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LGBT therapists in New Jersey

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in New Jersey

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals across New Jersey with 1,176 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.

Cynthia Brusco

Cynthia Brusco

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have significant experience working in the substance abuse world having been a coordinator for a program in the past before moving into private practice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Salley

Danielle Salley

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“The relationship between client and therapist is of upmost importance to promote the opportunity for witnessing of your pain and empowering you in healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Siehl

Kimberly Siehl

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is compassionate, grounded, and real. I lead with authenticity and integrity, and I strive to meet you where you are while encouraging growth and accountability.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. JoLynne Reynolds

Dr. JoLynne Reynolds

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I enjoy working with a variety of people who have diverse lifestyles and cultural backgrounds. My clients find me to be compassionate, supportive, and challenging when needed. I believe in building on your strengths to help you find wellness and overcome any obstacles that hold you back from achieving your life goals.


LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amelia Kreski

Amelia Kreski

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I firmly believe that people are innately resilient and come into therapy already in possession of the strengths necessary to overcome even the most daunting of challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melinda Morris

Melinda Morris

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am the Samwise Gamgee to your Frodo journey. I am here to partner with you, support you, and carry necessary tools to help you achieve success...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Noel Fournarakis

Noel Fournarakis

Therapist

Virtual • Cherry Hill Township, NJ


Hello! I’m Noel Fournarakis, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with approximately 9 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to support individuals across a wide range of levels of care, from residential treatment to outpatient therapy. I specialize in working with adults experiencing anxiety and mood disorders, postpartum anxiety and depression, and addiction.

My diverse clinical experience allows me to meet each client where they are and tailor my approach to their individual needs. I believe healing begins with having a space where you feel heard, safe, and empowered. My approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients develop meaningful tools for navigating life’s challenges. I offer both in-person and virtual sessions.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Molinaro

Kristin Molinaro

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As someone who has experienced trauma firsthand, I understand how deeply it can impact every aspect of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Nick Koumarianos

Dr. Nick Koumarianos

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I specialize in treating individuals with Obsessive‐Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related conditions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amanda Hudson

Amanda Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Learning to control your emotions allows you to get back in the drivers seat, instead of your emotions telling you what you will feel, when you will feel it, and how you will engage with others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christine Bell

Christine Bell

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I help adults and adolescents work through anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relational stress using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tarrance Barbee

Tarrance Barbee

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where you can share what you feel vulnerable and secure.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Rodriguez

Stephanie Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I see therapy as a collaborative partnership, where your insights and experiences play a key role in guiding our work together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Beatris Ortiz-Drace

Dr. Beatris Ortiz-Drace

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“She partners with her clients and meets them where they are, honoring their lived experience and recognizing them as the experts in their own lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Veronica Cruz-Martinez

Veronica Cruz-Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am passionate about helping others & believe that therapy has the potential to allow us to build awareness from the inside out & understand how we feel while challenging ourselves to reach goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Danielle Haase

Danielle Haase

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is warm, compassionate, but direct enough to guide you through your discomfort, so that change is within reach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Schechner

Jennifer Schechner

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is warm and direct, and I've been in the field for over 10 years, whcih means I've worked with children, teenagers and adults as well.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dishonda Hopkins

Dishonda Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


With over a decade of experience, I offer tailored therapy for diverse challenges: Disruptive Behavior, Parental Stress, LGBTQIA Support, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Relationships, Grief, Life Transitions, BIPOC Concerns, and Personal Growth. I use a holistic approach integrating Trauma-Informed Care, CBT, and Behavior Therapy. Let's work towards healing and growth together!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carson Eckard

Carson Eckard

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As a queer, transgender clinician, I provide a safe, affirming space for anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity exploration.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sydney Foster

Sydney Foster

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationship and family challenges, neurodivergence, grief, and major life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michele Gudknecht

Michele Gudknecht

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I view therapy as a partnership. We work together to set goals, explore challenges, and celebrate progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Jaclyn Camporeale

Jaclyn Camporeale

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am an Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and Certified Clinical Supervisor with over 5 years experience in providing trauma-informed care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Julie Yates

Julie Yates

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have 24+ years of experience working with a variation of at-risk populations in several professional settings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benia Thomas

Benia Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As a lesbian who has been working with the LGBTQ+ community on a professional basis for over ten years.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yosef Levin

Yosef Levin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a strategic approach to counseling because no two people are alike. You are unique in many ways.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deborah Paulsen

Deborah Paulsen

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I strive to create a supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Vernika Hess-Curry

Vernika Hess-Curry

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My job is to help you develop insight into the issues that brought you here and assist you in your healing process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Madonia

Joseph Madonia

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


NYU Graduate and Post- Graduate Clinical Professor

Director of the Post- MAster's Program in Addictions- NYU

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisa Smith

Lisa Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have been a therapist for the past 6 years working with young adults and members of marginalized communities using a trauma informed lens.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mildred Simplicio

Mildred Simplicio

Therapist

Virtual • Ridgefield Park, NJ


“At the crux of my practice, stands the goal of creating safe and empowering spaces for everyone to grow and thrive through an integrative, person-centered approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ryckel Franklin

Ryckel Franklin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I strive to create a supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where clients feel safe to openly explore their experiences, emotions, and goals at their own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Uraina Domon

Uraina Domon

Therapist

Virtual • Tinton Falls, NJ


Uraina, is a LCSW, with 10+ yrs or experience. She is a therapist who Is compassionate and understanding, who meets the clients where they are. Enjoys helping clients to feel empowered to find their own true potential. She has the understanding that each client's needs are unique to their own situations. She specializes in CBT, TFCBT, Trauma, MI, Mindfulness, Attachment Disorders, LGBT communities, Grief, Substance Use, Boundary Setting, Relationships Issues and more.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Eulices Montiel-Fernandez

Eulices Montiel-Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a person centered and solution focused approach when working with individuals to help them understand the circumstances they are in and empower them to make the necessary changes in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Flordaliza Rodriguez

Flordaliza Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am a bilingual therapist and school counselor dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through challenging times. I create a safe, supportive, and judgement free space where clients feel heard and empowered. My approach is led by compassion, collaboration, and strength base to foster a healthy lifestyle.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eneida Farro Fuentes

Eneida Farro Fuentes

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


If you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone.

’m a bilingual (Spanish-English) therapist with over 20 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, emotional challenges, and relationship stress. I also work with teens and children facing behavioral, academic, and emotional concerns.

I hold Master’s degrees in Social Work from NYU and in Clinical Psychology from the Psychiatric Hospital of Caracas. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical—helping you gain clarity, build self-worth, and create healthier, more secure connections.

I believe meaningful change begins with connection. Let’s start there.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rita Finta

Rita Finta

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I strive to cultivate a safe space of compassion and non-judgment where we will work together to address the reasons that have led you to pursue therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sebastian Bliffeld

Sebastian Bliffeld

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am solution focused, empathic, and have been there. I understand how difficult it can be to get started.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Caroline Arreaga

Caroline Arreaga

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“The ultimate goal is to help you shift from a problem filled life to a love filled one - with mental clarity and lightheartedness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole DeSantis

Nicole DeSantis

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Navigating uncertain times can feel overwhelming. I strive to provide a supportive, compassionate space where clients feel heard and empowered. My goal is to help individuals work through challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence as they move toward healing and growth.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with supervisory experience, offering an integrative approach to therapy that supports the whole person. My professional background includes work in private practice, college counseling settings, and intensive outpatient treatment, providing me with experience supporting clients across a wide range of needs.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Mcmullan

Jessica Mcmullan

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that mental health and wellness is not "one size fits all." My integrative approach allows me to provide comprehensive treatment tailored to each client's needs, often leading to more effective and timely results.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in New Jersey

Number of therapists serving New Jersey
There are over 1,175 therapists in New Jersey accepting new patients.
1,175+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 84%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 51%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 1%Russian
  • 1%French
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 12%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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