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LGBT therapists in Syracuse, NY

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Syracuse, NY

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Syracuse with 2,704 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded mental healthcare. Access talk therapy and medication management through virtual or in-person sessions, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Kimberly Diaz-Rosso

Kimberly Diaz-Rosso

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My therapeutic approach is holistic and tailored to your unique needs, relying on evidence-based methods to help you find relief.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aleksandra Bator

Aleksandra Bator

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I focus on affirming clients' struggles, helping clients recognize their strengths, and helping clients find solutions to the issues they are facing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patrick Bobst

Patrick Bobst

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Patrick believes that the key to a successful therapeutic relationship is the establishment of a genuine and trusting rapport with his clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda Bernstein

Dr. Amanda Bernstein

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“Using a blend of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I work collaboratively with my clients to explore their unique experiences and harness their inner strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Cynthia Williams

Cynthia Williams

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“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
Paul Buehler

Paul Buehler

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm compassionate, non-judgmental and truly start where they are and support them in developing or enhancing skills that help them reach their therapeutic goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Susan Byrne

Susan Byrne

Therapist

Virtual • Wading River, NY


“I think it is important for the people I work with to take away from sessions a better understanding of themselves and ways to make their life more satisfying.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Victoria Arthur

Victoria Arthur

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I believe that optimal mental health is a journey and I enjoy supporting my clients through this journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alicia Henry

Alicia Henry

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style is professional, warm, down-to-earth, and interactive. I have been in therapy myself and can appreciate what it's like to be on both sides of the couch (or screen in this case)!”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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 3 insurance carriers
Elisa Hasrouni

Elisa Hasrouni

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Life can be overwhelming and sometimes we just want to be understood while also developing the tools to cope with and overcome personal challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christopher Conti

Christopher Conti

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I can assist in offering a compassionate approach to listening and supporting you with a variety of education & skill development; depending on your identified needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emily Hardy

Emily Hardy

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a licensed creative arts psychotherapist; that means that in our work together we can explore creative options in additional to traditional talk therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Dusten Green

Dr. Dusten Green

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe the therapeutic relationship is vital to the recovery process and therapy is meant to help you learn how to help yourself in an environment you feel safe in.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsey Canfield

Chelsey Canfield

Therapist

Virtual • Hamburg, NY


“I provide a space that promotes personal growth and resilience. My goal is to provide the tools necessary to empower my clients to make lasting positive change...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rachel Luckman

Dr. Rachel Luckman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


I am a New York state and New Jersey state licensed clinical psychologist. I received my doctorate in psychology from Long Island University-Post. I completed an APA accredited internship from Mt. Sinai Services-Elmhurst Hospital Center. I received postdoctoral training from New York University Counseling and Wellness Services. I specialize in working with adults with concerns regarding career, relationships, life transitions, identity, anxiety, eating disorder/body image, and grief/loss.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Adebola Adekoya

Dr. Adebola Adekoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I care to listen to your concerns and challenges to be able to help and support you appropriately to get positive mental health outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachel Wroblewski

Rachel Wroblewski

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I utilize client-centered and evidence based therapeutic interventions to help you throughout your journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Briana Collins

Briana Collins

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“She's trauma-trained and integrates parts-work into ACT and DBT to help clients understand what's actually driving their anxiety, ADHD, and self-critical patterns, then build the tools to manage them day to day.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tyler Madore

Tyler Madore

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a compassionate and relatable therapist, with extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Renee Alfieri

Renee Alfieri

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a License Mental Health Counselor in New York that works with marital counseling clients and those experiencing relationship issues and who are struggling with their sense of self confidence. My ideal client is someone who is committed to the process of self-introspection and wants to be held accountable to reach their goals. I specialize in counseling women and men on self-esteem, worth & actualization. I also support clients affected by bullying, narcissistic abuse as well as those dealing with complicated grief. As your therapist, I will assist you in discovering or uncovering yourself.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Colterjohn

Mark Colterjohn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


“I have over 20-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
Erin Matecki

Erin Matecki

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in talk-therapy and want all of my clients to feel comfortable and able to share. I utilize mindfulness skills and really enjoy the use of Positive Psychology.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelly Zepf

Kelly Zepf

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am committed to providing a warm, open, and supportive space where you feel safe to share your story. My approach is grounded in kindness, collaboration, and genuine care, allowing us to build a trusting relationship at your own pace.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Losito

Andrea Losito

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in helping creative young adults navigate difficult relationships and life stage transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheila McCarthy-Loatman

Sheila McCarthy-Loatman

Therapist

Virtual • Saratoga Springs, NY


Hi, I'm Sheila, a psychotherapist providing services for over 15 years. I currently specialize in treating OCD and anxiety disorders for individuals of all ages. Common challenges my clients face involve rumination, intrusive thoughts and related behaviors that can present barriers to well-being. In addition to my area of specialization, I enjoy working with couples as well as people experiencing depression, grief, trauma and life transitions.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dylan Woloszczuk

Dylan Woloszczuk

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe in establishing a supportive environment for clients by acknowledging their complex needs and utilizing trauma-informed care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Rotkin

Joshua Rotkin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take the approach that clients are the experts in their own lives and I work with each client to help them find solutions that fit for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Speck

Dr. Elizabeth Speck

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I'm a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Registered Drama Therapist, and Ph.D. in Organizational Development. My personal and professional work in social and racial justice informs my commitment to addressing the impact of trauma among those who identify as caregivers, protectors and fighters.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frieda Dub

Frieda Dub

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am trained in various modalities but the core of my approach is to open the unconscious and reveal what drives the person to feel the way they do.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Misgana Teklai

Misgana Teklai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My goal is for every patient to feel informed and in control of their care — never pressured, never rushed, and never just handed a prescription.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Crystal Rivera Cronin

Crystal Rivera Cronin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“At the core of my practice is a commitment to building rapport and providing a supportive, safe space for my clients to navigate their difficulties.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Caitlin Amos

Caitlin Amos

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“A session with me will not be a one-way conversation; I am direct, encouraging, and will believe in you from the first session.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Ira Barouch

Ira Barouch

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


I've been working with clients in New York for over 30 years after completing psychoanalytic training. My decades of experience enable me to grasp and appreciate the complexity of the people I work with as I guide them to achieve lasting change. I feel fortunate that I've been able to engage in such an emotionally rewarding profession in which deep human connections are pursued and valued. Also, I specialize in working with adult males seeking change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Comeau

Steven Comeau

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a laid back therapist. My clients are more likely to laugh than cry, but we explore the depth and breadth of the human experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mary Robinson

Mary Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“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 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Bateman

Jennifer Bateman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal isn't for you to need therapy forever—it's to help you heal at the root, build resilience, and feel more confident moving forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jamie Murray

Jamie Murray

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Healing happens in the therapeutic relationship, building skills and processing wounds that allow you to feel your best.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lesley Lopez

Lesley Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I see therapy as a collaborative process where we can work together to develop a clear understanding of your concern...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Yacine Sylla

Yacine Sylla

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and respected from the very first session. Building trust is important to me, and I understand that starting therapy can feel like a big step.

I bring over eight years of experience working in diverse settings, including crisis intervention, child welfare, and substance use treatment. This has allowed me to support individuals and families through a wide range of challenges with compassion and flexibility.

My approach is collaborative—I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all method. We will work together to identify your goals and find strategies that feel right for you. I also value cultural sensitivity and take the time to understand your background, identity, and lived experiences as part of the healing process.

I offer services in French and Wolof and welcome clients from all backgrounds. My goal is to support you in building insight, developing practical tools, and creating lasting, meaningful change in your life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Syracuse, NY

Number of therapists serving Syracuse, NY
There are over 2,682 therapists in Syracuse, NY accepting new patients.
2,682+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 82%Cigna
  • 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 73%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 53%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 3%Assamese
  • 2%French
  • 1%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 30%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 10%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy
  • 17%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 Syracuse

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Syracuse starts with identifying care that is affirming, relevant, and grounded in your specific needs. You may be looking for support related to identity, relationships, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for profiles that name LGBTQIA+-affirming care, affirmative therapy, gender-diverse experience, or WPATH training. These details can help you find a therapist whose background matches what you want to talk through in care.

In a smaller city like Syracuse, the number of local therapists with explicit LGBTQIA+ experience may be more limited than in larger metro areas. Virtual sessions can expand your options while still letting you use local or in-state care. Beyond specialty, consider availability, scheduling flexibility, therapist identity or background, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading therapist bios before booking can help you see how each person describes their approach, communication style, and experience with LGBTQIA+ clients.

Therapy in Syracuse can be a significant expense without insurance, and using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find licensed therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, offer virtual or in-person sessions, and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details to see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, then browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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