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LGBT therapists in Springfield, MO

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Springfield, MO

Finding an affirming therapist in Springfield doesn't have to be difficult. Headway's network of 321 warm and empowering providers specializes in supporting LGBTQIA+ mental health with evidence-based approaches. Sessions are available as soon as tomorrow, and many providers offer free consultations to help you find the right fit for your unique needs.

Joseph Pangelinan

Joseph Pangelinan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is rooted in deep listening and respect—integrating learning, meaning-making, and skill development to help clients reflect on the past, live fully in the present, and move forward with clarity and purpose.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kori Cherry

Kori Cherry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My use of DBT, CBT and trauma focused interventions will help improve management of high stress, increase meaningful communication with those significant in your life, increase self awareness, and better regulate intense emotions.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Curative

Dr. Nick Koumarianos

Dr. Nick Koumarianos

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in treating individuals with Obsessive‐Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related conditions.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Tina Chaney

Tina Chaney

Therapist

Virtual • Lee's Summit, MO


“I specialize in the psychological effects of societal events on both children and adults, particularly in the context of immigration.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Holistic, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Kristi Heritage

Kristi Heritage

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My counseling style is warm, interactive, and individualized. I strive to create a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Natalie Fleming

Natalie Fleming

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in the transformative power of creative expression... traditional talk therapy combined with art making or other creative forms of expression has been instrumental for my clients in promoting problem solving, self-discovery, storytelling,...”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Creative, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matt Fanning

Matt Fanning

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to better understand your experiences and create meaningful change.”

LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Men's issues,

Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Abu-Bakr

Lisa Abu-Bakr

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I seek to help individuals of all ages find their voice in a world where it can be difficult to feel heard.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Jennifer Munroe

Jennifer Munroe

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is nurturing, supportive, and grounded in the belief that positive change happens when people feel accepted, safe, and understood.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shamon Williams

Shamon Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

2100 East Broadway, Columbia, MO

“I believe it is important for people to show up as their truest self, without the feelings of fear or judgement.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan

Erika Donaldson

Erika Donaldson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My work is grounded in compassion, cultural awareness, and a belief that people are doing the best they can with the tools they have—and can grow with the right support.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Alyssa Cline Spencer

Alyssa Cline Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Before I became a therapist, I was a foster care caseworker for 7 years and worked with so many families on repairing family dynamics...”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Taneshia Carey

Taneshia Carey

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I believe we all have what we need to take care of ourselves. Sometimes we have to dig deep to find those strengths...”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Holistic, Inquisitive

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Katie Riley

Katie Riley

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I take an eclectic, person-centered approach to therapy. That means I focus on building a relationship with you - the person - first, then work together with you using a mixture of the methods I am familiar with to best fit your needs.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Nicole McNeil

Nicole McNeil

Therapist

Virtual • Troy, MO


“Goals are client created and centered surrounding addressing those things in your life that hold you back from being the most functional and satisfied in your current life.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Justin Cook

Dr. Justin Cook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

100 Centre On The Lake, Lake Saint Louis, MO

“I believe in your abilities and your strengths. I believe that the counseling relationship is where we work together to help you move to a life where you want to be.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candiss Williams

Candiss Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have extensive experience working as a school counselor, domestic abuse, substance abuse, and juvenile/adult criminal justice system with crisis intervention.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Anastasia Castle

Anastasia Castle

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am compassionate and direct as a counselor. I understand you have a reason for seeking help and I want to help you achieve their goals.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Julie LaCubbert

Dr. Julie LaCubbert

Therapist

Virtual • Blue Springs, MO


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the states of South Carolina and Missouri, as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor, AAMFT approved. I have loved working with individuals, couples, and families over the past 15 years of practice!

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Mara Krueger

Mara Krueger

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is direct but grounded in a trusting relationship and in a space where you can feel comfortable peeling back the layers and moving toward the change you seek.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Sara Appleton

Sara Appleton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“She treats people as human beings and does not reduce them to their personal difficulties, allowing clients to illuminate the solutions already buried inside them.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Curative,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Hollandsworth

Jill Hollandsworth

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to grow.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Samar Wahba

Samar Wahba

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Coming from an immigrant family has shaped my understanding of how culture, family, identity, and expectations can influence our experiences.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna,

N. Channelle Johnson

N. Channelle Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I understand the vulnerability it takes to open yourself up to a therapist, and I promise to join you on your journey with patience, strength, and hope lighting the way.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Dr. Kim Davis

Dr. Kim Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Clients should leave my session feeling heard and seen. I believe in validating my clients, encouraging them to use their strengths, and allowing them to grow in whatever way they desire.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Lynn Zima

Lynn Zima

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I work to provide you a safe, non-judgmental environment in which to work. Each of us are unique and complex. I see my job as helping you to develop tools and skills to deal with your complex life. I am able to help you in the areas of anxiety, depression, motivation, substance use concerns, self-esteem and confidence, grief/loss, and adapting to life changes, to name a few. My goal is to be approachable, accepting, and act as a guide through the process. Much of our power to be happy or unhappy depends on our ability to put our experiences in perspective and find our own path to heal.

We will focus on the strengths you have and how I can help you grow through changing self-defeating thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will work together to identify your goals, what the barriers are to moving forward, and developing needed skills to navigate through or around barriers. We are all human and at times need the help from an objective party to get through our struggles and to grow stronger!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Madelyn Hindia

Madelyn Hindia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to care is deeply rooted in a non-judgmental, empathetic, and patient-centered philosophy.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Sara Joern

Sara Joern

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Welcome! First and foremost, I am honoring you for taking this step. You're ready for a change. There's a craving for deep healing on your journey towards wellness. You want to gain understanding and insight, resolve inner conflicts, improve relationships, explore unconscious patterns, and transform into the most empowered version of yourself. You may be looking for tools for self-regulation, as well as ways to integrate your mind, body, and heart. If you've been grappling with larger questions about yourself or your life and are ready to take the next step, you've come to the right place.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madison Wise

Madison Wise

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“At the core of my approach to therapy is a belief that we all have an innate drive towards healing & growth.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Creative, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Providence Health Plan

Candyce Bell

Candyce Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My counseling style is very welcoming and inviting. I believe in honoring the values of respect, sensitivity, compassion, empathy...”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Phyllis Gould

Phyllis Gould

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Are you looking for a therapist who understands your culture and speaks your language? I can help. I am fluent in Spanish, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, and German.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor with 40 years of clinical experience. I work with adults, children, and adolescents, and I value each person’s cultural background, identity, and lived experience.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Phyllis Gould

Phyllis Gould

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have always been interested in clients' cultural backgrounds and am fluent in Spanish, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, French and German.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Sarah Westbrook

Sarah Westbrook

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I tend to approach treatment eclectically, meaning I take methods from multiple modalities to design a customized approach for each client.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Dr. Jerome Anderson

Dr. Jerome Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I prioritize creating a professional, confidential environment where they feel respected, heard, and able to speak candidly.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Amanda Frederick

Amanda Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have been successful in developing therapeutic relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds, using culturally competent counseling techniques.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Randall Soland

Randall Soland

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have been a counselor for 46 years. I am comfortable with and good with all kinds of of issues excluding only the eating disorders.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Creative, Direct, Empowering, Energetic, Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Alexandra Swinney

Alexandra Swinney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1604 Northwest Mock Avenue, Blue Springs, MO

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna,

Salicia Mazero

Salicia Mazero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

50 Crestwood Executive, St. Louis, MO

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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Thalia Tucci Aprn, Pmhnp-Bc, Pmh-C

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


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LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Wise Well

Wise Well

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“If you think you might be struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, lgbtqia issues, I can guide you to cope and grow. I believe everyone has the innate ability to change their life for the better, and I am...”
“If you think you might be struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, lgbtqia issues, I can guide you to cope and grow. I believe everyone has the innate ability to change their life for the better, and I am here to help you do just that.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Springfield, MO

Number of therapists serving Springfield, MO
There are over 318 therapists in Springfield, MO accepting new patients.
318+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 90%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Ascension Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 1%Spanish
  • 1%American Sign Language
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 55%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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