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LGBT therapists in Albuquerque, NM

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque's vibrant LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental health support. Headway connects you with 194 licensed providers who understand gender and sexual identity. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and flexible scheduling within the next two weeks.

Myah Knight

Myah Knight

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I am a Certified Anxiety Informed Professional and trained in Exposure & Response Prevention & Acceptance Commitment therapies for Treatment of GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD, Social Anxiety, & Phobias.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Infertility, OCD, Panic disorders
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Allen-Perry

Stephanie Allen-Perry

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe healing happens through genuine connection, self-compassion, and creating space for your full, authentic self to be seen and heard.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Antonio Gonzales Ogas

Antonio Gonzales Ogas

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Vulnerability is the probably the center point of my practice... this helps me determine how to approach building the therapeutic alliance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Tavitas

Natalie Tavitas

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, parenting a teenager, exploring adoption, or simply facing everyday challenges, you don’t have to do it alone. With 15 years of social work experience, I’m here to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered as you move toward the life you want to build.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Wendy Taylor

Wendy Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I believe my personal and employment experiences over the years helps to inform the way I am with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Cathleen Mauricette

Cathleen Mauricette

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I aim to provide access to care for the undeserved BIPOC communities because I understand first-hand the influence one's culture has on our view of the world and the experiences we have.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Blessy Coss

Blessy Coss

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is always to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered with strategies you can carry into your daily life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sherry "Rae" Yingling

Sherry "Rae" Yingling

Therapist

Virtual • Sandia Park, NM


“I am an attachment focused therapist and practice a conversational, collaborative, person-centered approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mary Robinson

Mary Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Mary's approach to therapy builds on client strengths and addresses the whole person – mind, body and spirit.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rena Hoskins

Rena Hoskins

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“You can expect empathy, patience, non-judgement, and authenticity, but I'm not afraid to challenge those stuck points.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jill D Pollock

Dr. Jill D Pollock

Psychologist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, habits and beliefs that may be keeping you stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Renee Arcement

Renee Arcement

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I chose this career path because I believe we all need to be passionate and engaged with our own emotional, psychological, and social well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pamela Joy Abao

Pamela Joy Abao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“My approach is personalized and collaborative. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, culturally responsive, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in decisions about your psychiatric medications...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sky Snogren

Sky Snogren

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


As a body-centered psychotherapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life worth celebrating. While we cannot change difficult situations of the past, we can change the way the past impacts our present. I am person-centered and utilize mindfulness practices, body-centered psychotherapy, experiential and Brain Spotting as well as Cognitive Behavioral in my practice.

LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Martinez

Barbara Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


First off, Hello! I am an LCSW who has worked with individuals, couples, children, and adolescents. I've worked with a variety of clients from those who have been recently been in-patient, going through a life transition (i.e. divorce, grief, relocations), struggling with depression and/or anxiety, and who have experienced abuse and other traumas.


Choosing to be in counseling is an extraordinary act of self-discovery and self-love that I believe each person can benefit from.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leasette Hernandez

Leasette Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker who values the client-therapist relationship. I have five years of experience working with teens and adults and 12 years working in behavioral health. I value each person's unique story and needs.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Caitlin Prescott

Dr. Caitlin Prescott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


Welcome to Red Mountain Psychiatry! With a master's in nursing and doctorate in nursing practice, I bring a wealth of expertise to mental health care. Specializing in general psychiatry, medication for opioid use disorder, and gender-affirming care hormone treatment, I am dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate treatment tailored to each individual I see.

Current hours of operation:

Monday 11am-5pm

Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9am-3pm

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nathan Aish

Nathan Aish

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My core values are servitude and continuous improvement, and my approach to care integrates person-centered, trauma-informed, strength-based, harm-reduction, gender-responsive, and cultural humility practices.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristien Hollingsworth

Kristien Hollingsworth

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I offer a variety of tools including self-regulation, meditation, mindfulness, CBT, belief systems analysis, strengths-based and solution-focused approaches.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrea Vinton

Andrea Vinton

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“If past traumas are affecting your daily life, therapy can be your path to overcoming these challenges and discovering your inner strength.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vanessa Vann

Vanessa Vann

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I utilize a very laid-back approach and believe there is no single approach to healing, and therefore tailor treatment to the needs of each individual/couple/family.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lisa Morales

Lisa Morales

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“At the heart of my practice is the belief that authenticity and acceptance are powerful catalysts for growth and transformation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lidia Atencio

Lidia Atencio

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NM


Hi! My name is Lidia. I've been a therapist for 16 years. I obtained my Master's Degree from New Mexico Highlands University. I have many years of experience working with individuals, children, teens, families and couples.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Chelsey Klein

Chelsey Klein

Therapist

Virtual • Clovis, NM


“I can offer a safe space to process and internally resolve the heaviness of everyday life with unconditional positive regard as well as tools to manage daily stressors using a bottom up approach that will include coping skills and trauma processing...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachel Houseman

Rachel Houseman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Fe, NM


“I best describe my approach in counseling as "Solutions Focused" & "Best Practice," in that I will use educational methods that are most effective for results in treatment...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexis Tonioni

Alexis Tonioni

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I offer neurodivergent informed therapy that focuses on nervous system attunement and somatic interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Kelly Richardson

Dr. Kelly Richardson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


“I approach each individual holistically, emphasizing health promotion, disease prevention and health education.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Theophlius Watson III

Dr. Theophlius Watson III

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“Theo uses a kind and empathetic, yet direct, approach to help clients achieve their goals and reach their full potential.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Angelica Amaya

Angelica Amaya

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Travis Harper

Travis Harper

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alec Winkelblech

Alec Winkelblech

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Mexico


Fitness, nutrition, environment, outdoors, photography

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Margaret Kelley

Margaret Kelley

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is to provide a safe and therapeutic environment where clients can feel understood, face their challenges, and flourish.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Francesca Jenkins

Francesca Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


Francesca Jenkins has varied experience working with individual and families within the last 4 years.


Francesca has worked with populations as a school social worker , assisted living center, working as a case manger for the homeless and veterans.Francesca has worked with divorce, life transitions, eating disorders , substance abuse, panic disorders, anxiety, depression.

Francesca gives passion and support to her clients. She has experience working with clients from 13 yr old to adulthood.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kat Quintana

Kat Quintana

Therapist

Virtual • New Mexico


“My goal is to create a warm, welcoming space where you feel heard, respected, and supported as you work toward greater clarity and well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Albuquerque, NM

Number of therapists serving Albuquerque, NM
There are over 196 therapists in Albuquerque, NM accepting new patients.
196+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 89%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 77%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • 51%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 2%Hindi
  • 2%Portuguese
  • 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 94%Online only
  • 6%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 37%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 32%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 23%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you

Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an LGBTQIA+ Therapist in Albuquerque

Searching for LGBTQIA+ therapists in Albuquerque starts with finding identity-affirming care. Look for a therapist who clearly names experience with LGBTQIA+ people, gender identity, sexual identity, relationship concerns, family dynamics, anxiety, or depression. Provider bios may also mention affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or trauma-informed care. These details can help you find a therapist whose training and listed specialties match what you want support with.

Albuquerque has a meaningful network of mental health professionals, but affirming therapists may still be harder to find in some neighborhoods or schedules. Virtual appointments can expand your options across New Mexico while in-person care may be a better fit if you prefer meeting at a local office. As you compare therapists, look at appointment availability, whether a free phone consultation is offered, and how directly each bio discusses LGBTQIA+ populations. A clear profile can show how a therapist communicates, who they work with, and what kind of care they provide.

Therapy in Albuquerque can be expensive without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before booking. Headway helps you find LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists who are accepting new patients, match your preferences, and accept a wide range of insurance plans. You can enter your insurance details, review estimated out-of-pocket costs, compare bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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