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LGBT therapists in Buffalo, NY


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Buffalo, NY
Find affirming mental health support in Buffalo with 2,701 licensed providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ care. Headway connects you with warm, open-minded therapists who understand your unique journey, offering flexible virtual or in-person sessions with copays as low as $0.
I am a licensed mental health counselor committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve lasting personal growth. My approach centers on setting realistic goals, building resilience, and uncovering the inner strength needed to find joy and meaning in life.
I also help individuals and families improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships. Additionally, I provide tools for managing anxiety, depression, and life transitions, equipping clients with strategies to navigate challenges.
NYU Graduate and Post- Graduate Clinical Professor
Director of the Post- MAster's Program in Addictions- NYU
Hey there! I'm an LCSW and psychotherapist with over 4 years of experience. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ teens and adults and people living with depression, anxiety, and the impact of trauma. I create a space where your full self is welcome—your identity, culture, feelings, and questions.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I am passionate about helping individuals create
meaningful change in their lives through a collaborative, supportive, and empowering therapeutic process.
I specialize in working with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or
feeling stuck.
Rather than focusing only on problems, I work with clients to uncover their strengths, develop practical
skills, and reconnect with their values. Whether you’re dealing with past trauma, daily stress, or seeking
personal growth, therapy can be a space for insight, healing, and real change.
I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University and bring both clinical training and
deep compassion into every session.
I’m Paige, an experienced licensed clinical social worker who wants to help you navigate life’s challenges and your journey to self-improvement, manage overwhelming emotions, and foster resilience and growth through evidence-based practices. I aim to support you in cultivating healthier thought patterns and behaviors through cognitive-behavioral techniques, combined with empathy and lived experience.
Counseling can feel scary in the beginning but I pride myself on being open, present, and welcoming. If you are ready to take the risk, I would be honored to travel with you on your journey. Armed with extensive training in multiple therapies, I can help you move past the barriers of self doubt and into the life you dream of having. I specialize in working with teenagers and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. As a therapist with years’ of experience, I strive to provide a safe, accepting and non-judgmental space where you will feel seen, heard and whole.
I'm glad you're here, and I want you to know that reaching out takes courage. I support individuals navigating a wide range of concerns — anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Whatever brings you here, my goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported.
Hello, my name is Matthew Cosentino and I'm a licensed mental health counselor. I've worked with clients of all backgrounds and with various reasons that brought them to counseling. I know first hand what it's like to go through things like anxiety and depression and I specialize in working with people facing those challenges. I believe that even during life's most difficult seasons, there is hope ahead. I strive to help clients find the light at the end of the tunnel and build the tools needed to move toward a brighter future.
As a seasoned therapist I have found that the patient/therapist relationship is the cornerstone in building the therapeutic alliance. Life presents us with many challenges and I will help you face and deal with them. Our life’s journey is often marked by unexpected circumstances that are out of our control, childhood traumas, and so much else life has to present us with. I am experienced , compassionate and empathetic and we can explore together what your goals are and how to achieve them. My hope is that you will feel the safety to express and share anything and expect a non-judgmental and supportive response. I will be your therapeutic partner in working towards your goals to help you live a more positive life
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Buffalo, NY



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Trauma
- 96%PTSD
- 93%Stress management

- 96%Aetna
- 93%Cigna
- 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 52%Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York
- 48%Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York

- 100%English

- 100%In-person or online

- 78%Woman
- 22%Man

- 56%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 37%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 4%Clinical Psychologist
- 4%Nurse Practitioner

- 100%Individual therapy
- 44%Family therapy
- 22%Couples therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
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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 Buffalo
Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Buffalo starts with looking for identity-affirming care. A therapist’s experience with LGBTQIA+ concerns can shape how they support identity exploration, gender dysphoria, relationship stress, family dynamics, anxiety, or depression. As you compare options, look for therapists who list affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or direct work with LGBTQIA+ communities in their profiles.
Buffalo has a broad mental health care community, but the number of therapists with explicit LGBTQIA+ experience may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and specialty. Virtual sessions can expand your options if you want an affirming therapist who may be a good fit for your needs and accepts your insurance. Before booking, review each therapist’s bio for details on populations served, therapy approach, availability, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.
Therapy in Buffalo can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs, and Headway helps make that process clearer by showing estimated costs before you book. You can search for LGBTQIA+ therapists, enter your insurance details, review therapist profiles, and book directly when you’re ready.
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