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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in New Jersey

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals across New Jersey with 1,100 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.

Nadja Taffe

Nadja Taffe

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am a down to earth and personable therapist who provides a judgement free safe space for all my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Hal Ketofsky

Hal Ketofsky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • North Brunswick Township, NJ


“Though I have had many different experiences in my training and life..I do my best to meet clients where they are now and work to find what helps the individual.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Suberati

Jill Suberati

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bound Brook, NJ


Welcome! My name is Jill. I am an LCSW with 20 years of individual and group counseling experience. I have worked with teens and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings, treating anxiety, depression and a variety of mental health needs. I have specialized training treating sexual disorders, trauma, anger management, and relapse prevention.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Bachant

Danielle Bachant

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that the therapeutic alliance has the potential to create a sense of safety and community that extends past the therapeutic space.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 8 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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cara Bonsma

Cara Bonsma

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My passion lies in helping people build better relationships — with others, and most importantly, with themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Barber

Jennifer Barber

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi, I’m Jennifer! I’ve spent over 10 years working with individuals and families of all ages, helping them tackle life’s challenges—from anxiety and depression to trauma, life transitions, and family dynamics (and everything in between). I’m all about creating a safe, supportive space where you can show up just as you are.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Prema Burnside

Prema Burnside

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I use an integrative approach in my therapeutic style, where I will collaborate with you to create unique therapy that is best-suited to you specifically.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Carlos Barrera

Juan Carlos Barrera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Red Bank, NJ


“Their work is rooted in the belief that healing begins when you are able to reconnect with yourself—your body, your identity, and your inner voice.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Anna Ogle

Anna Ogle

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to provide a therapuetic experience that provides empathy, acceptance, confidentiality and also facilitates that process of you gaining clarity about your life journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Tyson

Laura Tyson

Therapist

Virtual • Chatham Township, NJ


“I work with teens and adults who are feeling anxious, stressed, depressed, unmotivated. I also work with transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, and lesbian and gay youth and adults.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Courtney Carlin

Courtney Carlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Somerdale, NJ


“I work from a neurodiversity-affirming perspective and specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and adults experiencing symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, autism, and more.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Arielle Ray

Arielle Ray

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have experience treating patients with depression, anxiety, and ADHD, and I have done specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Emory Perkins

Dr. Emory Perkins

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“He is non-judgmental and always starts where the client understands their current psychosocial situation without being biased.”
LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michael Calderon

Michael Calderon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hackettstown, NJ


“I am not your traditional therapist! I am very casual and try to make my sessions conversational infused with humor.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Benevy

Carol Benevy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Toms River, NJ


“I like to bring in humor, music, meditation, mindfulness, journaling and drawing to reawaken your positivity and hope.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jilian LaGrippo

Jilian LaGrippo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi, I’m Jilian a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 7 years of experience as a practicing clinician.

I offer telehealth psychotherapy for individuals of all ages who are navigating complex emotions, trauma, recovery, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a space that feels safe, compassionate, and empowering.

I specialize in supporting clients experiencing anxiety, other mood disorders, addiction & recovery, ADHD, trauma, and crisis-related issues. I support fellow caregivers and helping professionals who need space to process their own pain. I also incorporate elements of Gottman Method Couples Therapy for clients navigating relationship challenges.

My experience in crisis intervention and emergency psychiatric care has given me a deep respect for the resilience it takes to keep going, even when things feel impossible. I aim to create a space where you can be honest without fear of judgment and begin to rewrite the stories that have kept you stuck.

Outside of therapy I’m passionate about music, tarot, astrology, animals, spirituality, and connecting with nature as forms of self-reflection and grounding.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Nicole Lanno

Nicole Lanno

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Toms River, NJ


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to helping children, adolescents, teens and adults learn how to cope with mental health challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Stephanie Sammarco

Stephanie Sammarco

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I approach therapy as a partnered approach because YOU are the expert regarding your feelings and experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alyssa O'Keefe

Alyssa O'Keefe

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have had success in treating preteens, teens and adults with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and other mental health issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kyle Reinhardt

Kyle Reinhardt

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Whether you're dealing with life's "plot twists" or just trying to navigate a world that feels increasingly loud, I'm here to help you find your footing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Eric Erickson

Dr. Eric Erickson

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My clients often describe my approach in therapy as exploration and self-discovery without judgment and sustaining a safe environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Henry Sayre

Dr. Henry Sayre

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can learn how to be their most realized selves and accomplish their goals according to their personal values.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole MacHenry

Nicole MacHenry

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to meet you where you are and work alongside you to create meaningful, lasting change in a way that feels authentic and achievable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Cashman

Rachel Cashman

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe we all carry the answers we need deep within us. Sometimes, however, those answers become buried beneath layers of trauma, fear, and doubt.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Someeka Washington

Someeka Washington

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As someone who has faced rigid patterns, burnout, and the challenges of balancing work, motherhood, and personal growth, I understand how overwhelming life can feel.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachelle Billiard

Rachelle Billiard

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I value working with individuals from all walks of life and strive to provide compassionate, ethical, and client-centered care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Dr. Vinod Suresh

Dr. Vinod Suresh

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, NJ


“He enjoys working with healthcare and financial industry professionals, students (college, graduate, law, and medical), and LGBTQ clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Padilla

Deborah Padilla

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach integrates existential therapy, ACT, and solution-focused strategies to help you create meaningful, practical change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Williams

Cynthia Williams

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe you are truly the expert of who you are. Whether it is difficult to see or a struggle to embrace, I am here to support you in your exploration and will walk along side you in your journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tia Baxter

Tia Baxter

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I strongly believe that with every given day, we are able to have a fresh start, another chance to alter our current existence.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Stella Okechukwu

Dr. Stella Okechukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia, eating disorders in children, adolescents and adults.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Raul Padilla

Dr. Raul Padilla

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hackensack, NJ


Stimulants, Suboxone and Benzodiazepines are prescribed in this practice with DEA guidelines. Dr. Padilla is a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the New York tri-state area and has over 30 years of experience in healthcare. He treats children from 6 years old through adulthood, focusing on psychiatric medication management. He specializes in mental health and has extensive experience in the field of psychiatry. Dr. Padilla takes a “start low and go slow” approach to prescribing, paying special attention to medication potency and potential interactions with other medications prescribed by other providers. Dr. Padilla earned his Doctorate in Clinical Practice Nursing from Rutgers University–New Brunswick. He also holds bachelor’s degrees from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and the University of Miami, as well as an associate’s degree from Bergen Community College.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ahylzabeth Giannantonio

Ahylzabeth Giannantonio

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I create a safe environment, following your pace where we identify, set and modify goals always knowing that progress in not a linear process and I will there to support you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emily Fitzgerald

Emily Fitzgerald

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and grounded in both insight and skills building.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristen Merchant

Kristen Merchant

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to always provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive space for my clients to sort through life's ups and downs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Melissa Davidoff

Melissa Davidoff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Denville, NJ


“I aim to create an open, collaborative environment which will lead to help clients become the best version of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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