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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.

Jennifer Murray

Jennifer Murray

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“Throughout my career, I have endeavored to be a compassionate, strength-based clinician who instills hope and encouragement in those I worked with.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jo Lonna Bangerter Foy

Jo Lonna Bangerter Foy

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


With 10+ years as an LCSW, I focus on trauma treatment so you can move forward and create a life you enjoy living with more regulated moods and empowerment of who you are!

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miyisha Hollis

Miyisha Hollis

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV


“Empathy and Compassion! My primary goal is to understand my client's core values and who they really are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Eileen Banados

Eileen Banados

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I have had the opportunity to work with people from all age groups, religious and cultural backgrounds and mental health diagnoses.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michelle McDaniel

Michelle McDaniel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Las Vegas, NV


“My greatest joy comes from witnessing the transformation that occurs when clients discover their inner wisdom and unlock their innate capacity for healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joel Benavente

Joel Benavente

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I am formally trained in dialectical behavioral therapy... I also utilize Adaptive processing informed treatment interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Heather Blondin

Dr. Heather Blondin

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Henderson, NV


Hi! I'm Dr. Heather Blondin. I completed my DO degree at Touro University Nevada and my Psychiatry residency at Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV. I am board-certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and psychosis. While everyone is welcome, I particularly enjoy working with women, college students, healthcare professionals, and those navigating life transitions.

Please note: I cannot prescribe controlled substances for patients located outside of Nevada.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cydney Swadinsky

Cydney Swadinsky

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


Hi! I'm Cyd. If you’re looking for a therapy session where you can cuss, scream, spit, cry, laugh, then I’m your girl. I aim to create a safe space for the things you’re worried about being misunderstood over, criticized for, exploring complex traumas, as well as uplifting your hopes and dreams.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Allison Faris

Dr. Allison Faris

Psychologist

Virtual • Nevada


“I truly appreciate the complexity that makes each of us who we are. Let's work together to get you to the person you wish to be, living the life that you imagine for yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Sean Robinson

Dr. Sean Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I hold advanced training in positive psychology, which shapes how I think about growth, resilience, and what it truly means to flourish — not just cope.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jessica Kreidt

Jessica Kreidt

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“My approach centers on creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel empowered to heal, grow, and move toward lasting well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Eric Osterlind

Eric Osterlind

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nevada


“I strongly believe that everyone should have the chance to take control of their mental well-being and live a happier life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Hawelu

Jennifer Hawelu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Dayton, NV


LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alan Hixon

Alan Hixon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Carson City, NV


My name is Alan Hixon, and I am a Nevada Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Prior to working as an independent contractor with mental health agencies and then transitioning to private practice in 2023, I worked as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for five years focused on providing case management and community-based support services. My private practice is conveniently located in Carson City, Nevada, and is easily accessible for people living in the surrounding rural communities. I offer evidenced based cognitive and behavioral outpatient psychotherapy treatment services, which includes individual therapy sessions and family sessions with the child or adolescent’s caregivers, and I offer individual psychotherapy treatment services for adults

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kim Bland

Kim Bland

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


LGBTQIA+, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zaynab Alwan

Zaynab Alwan

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Victoria Alvarez

Victoria Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“Reconnect with your authentic self to attract more satisfying relationships, and career goals and to experience satisfaction in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Melissa Kalodner

Dr. Melissa Kalodner

Psychologist

Virtual • Nevada


LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jon Frederick

Jon Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I believe that every person has an inner potential for healthy growth and development, and my role as a counselor is to facilitate that growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Morris

Rachel Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jenna Ortiz

Jenna Ortiz

Therapist

In-person • Minden, NV


I have been working in the mental health field for 14 years and practicing therapy for 5.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gary Harrel

Gary Harrel

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I strive to create an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your feelings without fear or shame.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Denise Hooks

Denise Hooks

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


Souls I Sit With

Trauma and C/PTSD

African Psychology

Decolonization

Multiplicities within Personhood (Dissociative dis-ease)

Somatic Experiencing

Client Focus

Adults

Couples

Plant & Herb & Animal Medicine

Open Relationships

Consensual Non-Monogamy

Polyamory

LBQTQIA+ Allied

Sex Positivity

HIV / AIDS

Sex Workers

Kink/BDSM Allied

Womxn's Issues/Womxnism

Sexual Abuse

LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Betina Steiger

Betina Steiger

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada


“I approach clients from a person-centered view, encouraging them to explore their individual strengths and capacity for growth...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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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