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LGBT therapists in St. Louis, MO

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in St. Louis, MO

Find affirming mental health support in St. Louis with 370 licensed providers who understand your unique experiences. Headway connects LGBTQIA individuals with open-minded therapists offering virtual and in-person sessions, with many clients saving 75% through insurance.

Brenton Guice

Brenton Guice

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“My approach to therapy is relational at the core. I don't believe therapy has to feel overly clinical or formal; we'll talk casually while still doing meaningful work together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Pedro Palomino

Pedro Palomino

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to helping others is rooted in the values of acceptance, transformation, and self-compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristen Crossen

Kristen Crossen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


As a board certified psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. I've been practicing for 15 years, and my main focus is to help alleviate your pain, whether it be from depression, anxiety, trauma, or dissociation. I've excelled myself in and places great value on serving clients from diverse racial, gender, and sexual backgrounds. I am Deaf and fluent in American Sign Language.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paige Lukachick

Paige Lukachick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“My approach to therapy is warm and compassionate, while using evidence-based methods to help people overcome difficulties.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christy Stephens

Christy Stephens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jefferson City, MO


“Therapy should be an environment that is easy, warm and inviting. My goal is only to tune in to my client, validate their experiences and empower them to move toward a hopeful and peaceful existence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Jeri Sprague

Jeri Sprague

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in trauma and utilize many different treatment modalities as each person deserves an individualized approach to their needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Scarlet Chatman

Scarlet Chatman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


At an early age I spent hours listening to people talk about the transitions, traumas, and troubles in their life as I played just out of ear’s reach (or so they thought). These special moments ignited a passion for people and what happens when human beings start being human.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara McCullough

Tara McCullough

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My theoretic approach is based on the belief that clients are the experts in their own lives and are in charge of their counseling experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Bales

Sara Bales

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi and welcome, I am Empathetic, non judgmental, and down to earth. As an EMDR CERTIFIED therapist- I care deeply for my clients healing.

My "niche" is helping women with trauma (abuse/domestic violence etc). Clients with anxiety are drawn to me due to my calm demeanor. I have been in the field since 2008.

I worked at Beacon Mental Health (formerly Tri County Mental Health) in Kansas City MO for nearly 10 years.

I am licensed in Texas and Missouri. I offer in person in Frisco Texas and telehealth sessions throughout the state of Texas and Missouri.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rebecca Hampton

Rebecca Hampton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in treating a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Morgan Geier

Morgan Geier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I use mindfulness practices alongside evidence-based approaches, including Person-Centered Therapy and EMDR, to meet each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Sarah Copeland

Sarah Copeland

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use evidence-based practices, with nature based perspectives, creating a grounded, holistic space for self-exploration and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brandy Haddock

Brandy Haddock

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that our feelings communicate vital information which, if we tap into it, can reveal our authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Lakey

Mary Lakey

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am an empathic, open-minded and compassionate counselor willing to actively listen, validate, and encourage you to become the best version of yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jer Case

Jer Case

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm Jer—a Native, queer, gender-non-conforming, neurodivergent, and spiritually-minded therapist providing affirming care for adolescents and adults.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Roian Baalman

Roian Baalman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“You can expect to learn things about yourself and those around you that will amaze and intrigue you...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Drew Sher

Drew Sher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and change, even when they feel stuck. I've always been drawn to understanding what makes people tick and what gets in the way of them living their best lives. I'm passionate about helping others improve their quality of life by providing a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, identify their strengths, and develop practical strategies for creating positive change. I see my role as a facilitator, guiding individuals on their own unique path to greater well-being and a sense of liberation from what holds them back.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Luis Semidey

Luis Semidey

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


My name is Luis, and I am an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) based out of San Antonio. I received my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M - San Antonio and have worked in outpatient, inpatient, and partial hospitalization settings. I tailor therapy to your unique needs and goals, drawing from evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and Gestalt techniques when appropriate.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Goetzler

Kelly Goetzler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


Welcome! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with individuals 13+ and couples of all shapes, sizes, statuses, and kinks! Healing does not happen in isolation, and I would be honored to hold space for healing community with you! I am a certified ADHD service provider who particularly enjoys working with 2SLGBTQIA+, religious trauma, identity issues, and those who feel at their wits end!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taryn Hodison

Taryn Hodison

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Taryn Hodison's treatment approach is eclectic in nature but she mainly uses psychodynamic therapy in her practice. Clients benefit from her services if they are ready to examine and develop insight into how past experiences impact their present lives. Clients will be validated and gently challenged in therapy to get through the mental blocks that keep them stuck.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Heather Attaway

Heather Attaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jackson, MO


“I provide an open and accepting environment for clients' growth and development to aid them in reaching their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tony Hunt

Tony Hunt

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I offer a therapy space that is grounded, honest, and direct, where you can stop performing and start being real about what is actually happening.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Wood

Amber Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I know what it's like to be shamed based on religious stances, so rest assured, I won't be trying to push any beliefs into our sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kailey Campbell

Kailey Campbell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Liberty, MO


Welcome!

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have been practicing 5 years. I’m a compassionate and down-to-earth therapist who values authenticity and connection. I treat client's age 5 and up with a variety of mental health disorders.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brooke Hall

Brooke Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Clients often tell me I feel authentic, relatable, and direct in a way that's empowering rather than intimidating.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Boyer

Shannon Boyer

Therapist

Virtual • Republic, MO


“I am passionate about helping individuals navigate personal and emotional challenges while building confidence, resilience, and healthier relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Justin Grotheer

Justin Grotheer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with individual adults. I support clients navigating ADHD, neurodivergence, emotional regulation, relationship patterns, identity, and life transitions. My work is trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, and grounded in the belief that therapy can help you better understand yourself, strengthen self-trust, and the clinical belief that any person can change course in life at any time.

I draw from approaches such as EFT, IFS, ACT, and integrative experiential techniques, tailoring our work to your unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll explore emotions, patterns, and strategies that help you feel more grounded, resilient, and connected to yourself and the relationships that matter most.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Hall

Alicia Hall

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I strive to utilize a Clinical Coordinated Care Approach to improve the lives of individuals, families, communities, and front-line responders by creating, enhancing, and accessing a system of support through a strengths-based, clinically relevant,...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Chelsey Klein

Chelsey Klein

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I can offer a safe space to process and internally resolve the heaviness of everyday life with unconditional positive regard as well as tools to manage daily stressors using a bottom up approach that will include coping skills and trauma processing...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christine Bertolino

Christine Bertolino

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Sometimes life changes in ways you never expected. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, the transition into parenthood, or the emotional demands of caring for others, it's easy to lose sight of yourself while trying to keep everything together. You don't have to face those challenges alone. For more than 20 years, I've partnered with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, women's issues, and trauma, helping them build resilience, strengthen relationships, and rediscover hope during life's most difficult seasons. Working with children, adolescents, and adults, I strive to create a compassionate, supportive space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and empowered to move toward lasting healing.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Paul Dohearty

Paul Dohearty

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a therapist that is focused on helping people with sex and sexuality issues. I am currently a member of AASECT (American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors , and Therapists. I am open minded, solution-oriented, and compassionate towards clients.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lisa Daly

Lisa Daly

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use cognitive therapy to address internal thoughts that influence mood as well as using family systems theory...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Gonzalez Rivera

Jacqueline Gonzalez Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Using the creative/eclectic process to explore the conscious and unconscious, discovering feelings/experiences when words are not enough.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Patricia Keller

Dr. Patricia Keller

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to empower my clients to lead fulfilling and purposeful lives, providing them with the support and guidance they need to overcome obstacles and embrace personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Gary Schmidt

Gary Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and I'm here to support you on your journey back to the "Self" - That calm, clear, confident center that's always been there.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Wilson

Heather Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


Taking New Clients June 8th!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Horizon Within Counseling. I work with children, teens, adult, couples and families, helping navigate anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I offer a warm, collaborative and solution-focused approach , using evidence-based practices including EMDR to help clients feel empowered, build resilience, and move forward with greater purpose and balance.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Larsen Barnds

Larsen Barnds

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My experience is that when someone reaches out, they appreciate a calm and accepting spot where they can get a better idea of WHAT to do, and HOW to feel better, as soon as possible.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Chelsea Butler

Chelsea Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


If you're carrying the weight of depression, anxiety, or a past you haven't been able to fully

process, you don't have to figure it out alone. With more than five years as a Licensed Clinical

Social Worker, I work with adults and seniors who are ready to make sense of what they've been

through and start moving toward the life they want to build.

I have a particular passion for working with people navigating mood disorders like bipolar disorder,

trauma and PTSD, and the kind of emotional challenges men often face but rarely talk about. I also

work with couples who want to strengthen their connection before things fall apart.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elijah Buchholz

Elijah Buchholz

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hello! My name is Elijah and I have been a licensed therapist for almost 20 years. I specialize in Anxiety/Panic treatment, Couples/Marital Counseling, and am strongly LGBTQ allied. I would love to connect and discuss more about your needs. I come from a Deaf family and am fluent in American Sign Language.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of St. Louis, MO

Number of therapists within 20 miles of St. Louis, MO
There are over 23 therapists in St. Louis, MO accepting new patients.
23+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 96%Relationship issues
  • 96%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 70%Cigna
  • 65%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 48%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 4%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 13%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 52%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 48%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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