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LGBT therapists in New Jersey


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Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals across New Jersey with 1,130 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded care. Sessions are available in-person or virtually, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.
My main goal when working with clients is to create a safe space to express themselves. I specialize in working with people who have PTSD, Anxiety, and Depression. I also use a DBT approach with many clients. I work primarily within the LGBTQ population and I am also trained in Gottman Couples Therapy.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of healing and growth and am dedicated to creating a collaborative and empathetic environment. I have been a licensed NJ therapist for 3 years, working with individuals of various ages, cultures, and points of view. I especially enjoy working with those in transitional periods of life - preteen and adolescents, young adults/college students, and adults navigating a new role or challenge for the first time.
Experience working with youth and young adults who struggle with anxiety, school-refusal, emotional regulation and adjustment, Autism, gender dysphoria, social anxiety, trauma, and ODD. Has also worked with adults in various settings, with a variety of concerns and feels a special connection with the geriatric population. Believes patience and understanding is key to developing a positive therapeutic relationship.
As a licensed professional counselor I provide clients with a safe space to share their concerns, struggles, or challenges. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be collaborative and built on warmth and trust. Together we will work to identify issues, past and present, with the goal of stability, healing and empowerment. Offering a holistic perspective, I specialize in perinatal and postpartum mental health, trauma and addiction (i.e. substance/alcohol abuse/dependency).
Other areas of practice include working with the LBGTQ+ community and parents and children. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma to infertility, relationships, or simply struggling to manage daily stress or recent change, I can help utilizing a strength-based and client-centered approach with treatment tailored to one’s unique needs
While this process may be challenging at times my hope is that in session you will find a non-judgmental space where your experience will be heard and you will leave feeling seen, supported, and more at ease. I look forward to working with you. Let the journey begin.
I work with teens and adults, tailoring therapy to each person’s experiences, needs, and goals. I offer a supportive space to explore challenges, build coping skills, and develop a stronger sense of self.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, PTSD, depression, OCD, eating concerns, and borderline personality disorder (BPD). My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, with experience supporting people navigating gender identity, gender dysphoria, and related personal and social challenges.
I draw from CBT, Narrative Therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, and Motivational Interviewing, with Trauma-Focused CBT for adolescents when appropriate. Together, we work to understand patterns, process difficult experiences, and create meaningful change. For teens, I involve parents or caregivers when appropriate while respecting the young person’s privacy and growing independence.
I’m Brenda Gadson, a Professional Counselor with a Master in Counseling from Kean College of New Jersey. My training has prepared me to support children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, identity questions, and life transitions. I also have a special interest in supporting LGBTQ+ clients and people working through gender dysphoria, transgender-related concerns, dissociative identity, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, and women’s issues.
My philosophy in life is to be authentically who I am in all parts of my life. So here I am letting you know how awkward I find it to sell myself professionally in a profile. Keeping it real simple, I am an LCSW with 10 years clinical experience. I have worked in every level of care and with just about every age group. My focus and greatest expertise is in trauma treatment.
Hi, I'm Haley! I'm an LCSW, Brooklyn born, New Jersey based, who has experience working in community-based mental health, a school setting, in-home counseling and seeing private clients. I am a certified DBT therapist, and have taken some courses for a doula certification.
My Name is Jatinder Baring. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I have over 6 years of experience in prescribing psychotropic medications and over 18 years in the psychiatric field overall. I have worked in various mental health settings, including Inpatient Psychiatric Units, Emergency Rooms, Outpatient, Acute Outpatient Services, and Crisis Management clinics. I am licensed and will be serving New Jersey Residents only.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience providing compassionate, person-centered therapy to adults navigating anxiety, depression, serious mental illness, trauma, and complex life stressors. My clinical background spans community mental health, supportive housing, and outreach-based services, allowing me to work effectively with individuals facing co-occurring disorders, housing instability, and major life transitions.
I believe therapy works best when clients feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. My approach is collaborative and practical, helping clients identify strengths, build coping skills, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change at their own pace.
My clients should know I really enjoy people. I find our ability to adapt and heal to be the most profound ability in the universe. That being said, I also believe in every person's worth and strive to empower others to utilize their own abilities to make life better for themselves. Hope that includes you.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in New Jersey



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 99%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 92%Stress management
- 84%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 72%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 49%United Healthcare

- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Russian
- 1%Portuguese

- 91%Online only
- 9%In-person or online

- 80%Woman
- 19%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 12%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 3%Licensed Psychologist
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 39%Family therapy
- 22%Couples therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
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