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LGBT therapists in Buffalo, NY

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Buffalo, NY

Find affirming mental health support in Buffalo with 2,527 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.

Shelly Jeter

Shelly Jeter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Utilizing mindfulness-based techniques, CBT, and other various styles of psychotherapy to provide a person-centered approach...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Da Silva

William Da Silva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • White Plains, NY


“Clients often highlight that I'm "caring, compassionate—and really effective" in the way I listen and support them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mark Colterjohn

Mark Colterjohn

Therapist

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“I have 25-years experience as a psychotherapist and am committed to providing you the highest level of care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Abraham Jimenez

Abraham Jimenez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I offer a humanistic, intersectional approach to therapy. I like to collaborate and work with clients on exploring the underlying factors that play a role in their issues and identify strategies to improve their day-to-day.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ally Kenyon

Ally Kenyon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Victor, NY


“My style is warm, collaborative, and conversational. I want the first session to feel like the beginning of a supportive partnership rather than an interview.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Cruz

Melissa Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I became a psychotherapist to facilitate the healing and transformation that can only happen in healthy relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maureen Eziuzo

Maureen Eziuzo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I am a Board-Certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 11 years of experience as a Psychiatric Registered Nurse. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals across the lifespan.

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and trauma-related conditions. My approach is patient-centered and collaborative, creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported.

I offer medication management along with supportive therapy, psychoeducation, and guidance on lifestyle changes to promote overall mental wellness.

My goal is to help you achieve stability, build resilience, and improve your quality of life. I look forward to working with you on your mental health journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Ifeoma Ukachukwu

Dr. Ifeoma Ukachukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I offer empathetic and comfortable sessions where we can collaboratively address your concerns and find healthy solutions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Octavio Moreno-Lomeli

Octavio Moreno-Lomeli

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“You can always expect me to be transparent, compassionate, and engage you with unconditional positive regard.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gary Pustel

Gary Pustel

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work through an empathic and solution-focused lens, striving to engage my clients' minds towards healthy recentering and progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sarah Belizaire

Dr. Sarah Belizaire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


Hi there, I am Sarah. I work with adolescents and young adults who are looking for support with mental health concerns that are affecting daily life, relationships, school, work, or overall well-being. Many of my clients come to me with symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, insomnia, or other psychiatric conditions. Some are looking for answers and an initial diagnosis, while others want ongoing medication management and support to help them feel more stable and confident. No matter where you are in your journey, I am here to help.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Izehi Eromosele

Dr. Izehi Eromosele

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I am known for being compassionate, empathetic, and goal-driven, creating a peaceful and safe space for my patients and their families.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. K.D. Ferrari

Dr. K.D. Ferrari

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have over 25 years of experience in the behavioral health field and offer specialized services for personal development, and professional/corporate coaching and training, parent training, codependency, creating and enforcing boundaries, social and...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jessica Abreu

Jessica Abreu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Samantha Marin

Samantha Marin

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable and understood, while also beginning to find greater clarity and confidence in the path ahead.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steve Nisbet,LCSWR

Steve Nisbet,LCSWR

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style is warm, attentive, and collaborative, with a healthy dose of humor—because therapy should feel human, not clinical.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronica Ellsworth

Veronica Ellsworth

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to create a supportive, structured, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood while building healthier coping skills and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eduward Grandes

Eduward Grandes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, Eduward brings a culturally competent approach to his practice, valuing the diverse backgrounds of his patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Paraisy

Nicole Paraisy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“Clients can expect to experience better emotional regulation at the end of the session. They can expect to feel valued and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrew Titus

Andrew Titus

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work especially well with LGBTQ+ adults and people carrying the weight of family expectations, shame, religion, or complicated attachment histories.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rebecca Behrman

Rebecca Behrman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I can also be irreverent and prefer to be funny, as there's nothing that helps elevate comfort like making someone laugh.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Huggins

David Huggins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


“The goal of virtually all forms of therapy is to help you identify your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Siamak Darehbaghi

Dr. Siamak Darehbaghi

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping patients feel heard and supported throughout treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shadarion Kinsey

Shadarion Kinsey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I take a thoughtful, personalized approach to care, focused on truly understanding you and helping you feel like yourself again.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nelli Miah-Carlese

Nelli Miah-Carlese

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I bring warmth, compassion, and genuine engagement to our work together, along with a deep commitment to your mental health and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kiersten Ettinger

Kiersten Ettinger

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe every person has unique strengths, and therapy should be tailored to meet your individual goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Schecter

Stephanie Schecter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a music therapist, I believe music can deepen our sense of connection to ourselves and to the world, helping us gain insights to live a more fulfilled life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Leydi Fonseca

Leydi Fonseca

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work with clients from a warm, welcoming, and compassionate place, making it a priority for each person to feel seen, accepted, and valued.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tomasina Beckford

Tomasina Beckford

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“She prides herself on providing a warm and compassionate setting where clients can feel comfortable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sukriti Gupta

Dr. Sukriti Gupta

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Flushing, NY


“As a South Asian therapist, I offer a culturally attuned, trauma-informed space where we can explore complex identity issues, generational pressures, relationship dynamics, and the emotional toll of navigating multiple worlds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Linda Booth

Linda Booth

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I have been practicing as a Social Worker for over 38 years. I have a lot of experience in the areas of behavioral health services which includes a host of treatment focus areas and chemical dependency. I am energetic and enthusiastic about my work with clients. I am currently accepting new clients at this time. I like to incorporate in my work with clients self expression and self exploration. Outside of my work I love to engage in dance therapy, exercise for fitness, reading and sewing.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Rupert Thompson

Dr. Rupert Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My priority isn't simply reducing symptoms. It's helping you function better, feel more like yourself, and create lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Matthew Scheuer

Matthew Scheuer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I take a person centered approach when working with clients. It is your journey and success is measured by what you are hoping to achieve.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Dae'Quawn Landrum

Dr. Dae'Quawn Landrum

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy is a collaborated process, which means you and I will work together to establish treatment goals and objectives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Croley, MA, Lmhc, Lcat

Brittany Croley, MA, Lmhc, Lcat

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I’m a dual-licensed psychotherapist (LMHC, LCAT) providing online therapy to adults across New York State.

My work integrates trauma-informed care with evidence-based methods including CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS-informed approaches, and psychodynamic therapy.

I work with adults who appear composed externally yet feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or relationally stuck beneath the surface. Many of my clients are thoughtful, high-functioning individuals navigating demanding professional or personal roles who notice patterns they’re ready to understand and shift.

My style is warm, attuned, and thoughtfully direct. I value depth, clarity, and accountability. Our work focuses on strengthening emotional regulation, deepening insight, and refining relational patterns in ways that support sustainable, meaningful change.

If you’re seeking focused, depth-oriented therapy and are ready to engage thoughtfully in this process, I look forward to the possibility of working together.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Linda Santiago

Linda Santiago

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Together, we'll choose an approach from my therapeutic tool bag to pinpoint what's bothering you, identify your triggers while also enhancing your coping skills to get you BACK to a better YOU.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bianca Velez

Dr. Bianca Velez

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I use a flexible and collaborative approach, drawing from a range of evidence-based interventions—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Darwin Rodriguez

Darwin Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I became a therapist after working through my own healing journey. As a survivor of trauma and someone in recovery from depression, anxiety, and substance use, I know what it's like to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Galina Podluzskaya

Galina Podluzskaya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I am a compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with experience in both acute inpatient psychiatric care and home health settings.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Heather Alfano

Heather Alfano

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and solution-focused, helping you find practical ways to move toward greater calm and resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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, NY

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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