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LGBT therapists in Sparks, NV

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Sparks, NV

Find LGBTQIA-affirming mental health care in Sparks with Headway's network of warm, open-minded providers who understand identity-related concerns. Sessions are flexible, covered by insurance, and the average client saves 75% on care while accessing talk therapy and medication support from 344 providers.

Allison Gentz

Allison Gentz

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, hands-on, and client-centered. Allison integrates evidence-based practices with clear, direct communication and practical tools clients can apply outside of sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Erin Hoenemeyer

Erin Hoenemeyer

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I work with individuals, couples, and families throughout Florida and Nevada as they navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and questions of identity—with honesty, compassion, and quiet courage.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
LaDwana Retic

LaDwana Retic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Las Vegas, NV


“I am a certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) practitioner and look forward to assisting my clients relieve many types of psychological stress.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelby Baldwin

Shelby Baldwin

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I specialize in working with clients experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, and those within the LGBTQIA+ community.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Christopher Brace

Christopher Brace

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV


Hi, I’m Chris Brace (he/him), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and LGBTQ+ affirming couples therapist based in Las Vegas, NV. I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) — an evidence-based approach that helps partners break out of painful patterns, heal from disconnection, and reconnect in deeper, more secure ways.

I support couples and individuals navigating conflict, communication struggles, infidelity, emotional distance, premarital questions, and relationship ambivalence. My practice is especially attuned to the needs of queer, neurodiverse, and nontraditional relationships (including CNM and polyamorous partners). I strive to create a warm, inclusive, and judgment-free space where all identities and emotions are welcome.

For couples in crisis or those wanting to deepen their connection quickly, I also offer 2–3 day EFT Couples Intensives — an immersive, premium service outside of insurance designed to accelerate progress in just a weekend. I balance this with making weekly therapy available through Cigna and Aetna (via Headway), so couples can choose between a traditional path and a concentrated, cash-pay option.

I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), and I have advanced training in EFT. I’m also invited annually as a facilitator for national EFT trainings on LGBTQ+ inclusivity, where I help other clinicians build affirming skills.

If you’re ready to get unstuck and reconnect, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. You can book a free consult or schedule with your Cigna or Aetna insurance via Headway.

LGBTQIA+, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Vancil

Lisa Vancil

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I help clients understand the patterns shaping their lives, build on their strengths, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nicholas Crisp

Nicholas Crisp

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My approach is warm, direct, and client-centered. I integrate cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused techniques, and mindfulness-based practices.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Adrian Conner

Adrian Conner

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I believe in meeting you where you are and helping you rewrite your story in a way that empowers you rather than defines you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Mendoza

Juan Mendoza

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or emotionally exhausted? I help adults manage anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, and ADHD through structured, supportive online therapy. Many of my clients are high-functioning professionals who feel pressure to “hold it together” while struggling internally.

I’m a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 13 years of experience. I provide online therapy and am in-network with major insurance plans to make care accessible and practical.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ben Savelli

Ben Savelli

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I'm a late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD (AuDHD) man — I received my diagnosis in my 30s from a psychologist who is also self-disclosed autistic.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Amber Wilder

Amber Wilder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Las Vegas, NV


“I focus on the client and tailor what is necessary to help guide you in identifying your strengths and treatment goals that you would like to accomplish.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Ingalls

Emily Ingalls

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV


“My goal for each session is for my clients to walk away feeling empowered & motivated, with a belief in themselves that they are capable of making the changes they desire.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa DeLapp-Theis

Lisa DeLapp-Theis

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I believe that genuine emotional growth happens when we blend clinical expertise with a deeply personal, authentic connection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kamrynn Dewees

Kamrynn Dewees

Therapist

Virtual • Reno, NV


“My approach centers on empowering you to discover your resilience and develop the tools needed to heal.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sabrina Allbee

Sabrina Allbee

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I help clients build self-efficacy and compassion to heal and move forward to live a fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole Carissimi

Nicole Carissimi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nevada


“I offer medication management alongside holistic tools — including herbs, supplements, and lifestyle strategies — to treat the root of what you're experiencing, not just the surface.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Danielle Ellis

Danielle Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My approach is both practical and compassionate—we'll build tools that match your real life while also exploring the deeper patterns that keep you stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Scarlett Funkhouser

Scarlett Funkhouser

Therapist

Virtual • Henderson, NV


“My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, ensuring that I implement clinically-proven techniques tailored to each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nichole Jackson

Nichole Jackson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Las Vegas, NV


“I believe in creating a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to express themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Elissa Evans

Elissa Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I specialize in working with adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, faith transitions, addiction, divorce, couples counseling, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ayaz Husain

Ayaz Husain

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“With expertise in severe mental health disorders, depression, anxiety, autism, and life transitions, I create a safe, non-judgmental space for healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Barbee

Ashley Barbee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV


“When you leave our sessions, you will feel heard and seen. You will feel like you have a tailored plan and know what to expect next.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Florence Muriuki

Florence Muriuki

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nevada


“I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel fully supported, understood, and empowered throughout your path to wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Abe Zubarev

Dr. Abe Zubarev

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I firmly believe that life becomes an adventure rather than a chore when people find ways to integrate their definition of meaning and purpose into their daily lives and careers.”
LGBTQIA+, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sherrie Kaelin

Sherrie Kaelin

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My style is warm, interactive and solution focused. I understand the courage it takes to begin the therapy process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tyneshia Brooks

Tyneshia Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I work with adults, elders, couples, and families from all walks of life—especially those struggling with the complex challenges of Intellectual Disabilities, ADHD, or life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Winter Tempest

Winter Tempest

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


Hi, I'm Winter. I offer my clients a warm, safe environment to explore and grow together. My goal is to support you and help work through whatever has brought you to therapy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Antonio Fidler-Woodard

Antonio Fidler-Woodard

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My style is conversational, collaborative, and grounded. I ask thoughtful questions, reflect patterns back to you, and create space for honesty without pressure or judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Taiwan Piles

Dr. Taiwan Piles

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I believe therapy should be a liberating experience where you don't just survive but begin to truly thrive.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alejandro Leon

Alejandro Leon

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV


“I believe that each client has unique strengths, and therapy should be tailored to their individual needs, values, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jaelah Mendez

Jaelah Mendez

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I'm an empathetic therapist who knows what it's like to feel disconnected or unsure. In my own life, I've faced these moments, and they've shaped my passion for guiding others.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Allyson Stephens

Allyson Stephens

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My approach is highly collaborative, meaning we tailor our sessions entirely to your needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isaac De La Torre

Isaac De La Torre

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I see therapy as a collaborative process where clients can feel safe, encouraged, and empowered to better understand themselves, strengthen their coping, and create meaningful growth in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Pamela Avanzino

Pamela Avanzino

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My approach is individually formulated for your specific challenges, and I treat all diagnoses with an emphasis on mood disorders, relationship issues, grief/loss, substance use, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Samantha Pope

Samantha Pope

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I often employ an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing a variety of interventions so that I can find the right fit for each individual person.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Bigelsen

Jessica Bigelsen

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I believe that therapy should be as unique as you are, which is why I offer a tailored approach that blends evidence-based modern psychotherapy with insights from traditional and holistic practices.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Noah Peter

Noah Peter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nevada


“My practice has a nonjudgmental environment where your feelings and experiences are respected and validated.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shawn Thompson

Shawn Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV


“I believe true healing involves hard work, a dose of self-awareness and the diligence to see oneself as being capable of it.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alec Bustos

Alec Bustos

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families, especially those navigating trauma, emotional dysregulation, neurodivergence, adoption/foster care, and identity exploration.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Sparks, NV

Number of therapists serving Sparks, NV
There are over 333 therapists in Sparks, NV accepting new patients.
333+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 47%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 16%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 25%Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 16%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 11%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 2%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 48%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

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