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LGBT therapists in Yonkers, NY

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Yonkers, NY

Find open-minded, warm therapists in Yonkers specializing in LGBTQIA mental health through Headway's diverse provider network. With flexible scheduling, virtual sessions, and insurance coverage options, you can focus on your care while we handle the costs—many clients pay as little as $0 per session.

Carolyn Zezima

Carolyn Zezima

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“I work to help you uncover the unconscious conflicts that drive these painful feelings and are the barrier to lasting progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nick Galef

Dr. Nick Galef

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach tends to be curious, warm, and focused on helping you to find new ways of understanding your current predicament.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelda Nelson

Kelda Nelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • New York, NY


I’ve been honored to be providing Creative Arts Therapy within New York State for over 16 years. Collaboratively creating a reliable and insightful therapeutic realm where you feel safe to explore, process and self reflect is a primary part of my practice. Honing into your ever complexities with purpose and analytical connectedness is key to my therapeutic approach.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Timothy Cahill

Timothy Cahill

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • New York, NY


“Using a multiculturally attuned lens, we look beyond coping to uncover the root causes of anxiety, depression, or stagnation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Sandra Lugo

Dr. Sandra Lugo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • New York, NY


“An essential feature of this approach is that a person and the therapist develop a unique and trusting relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariko Tsutsumi

Mariko Tsutsumi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • New York, NY


I have been trained in expressive arts therapy and is a certified gestalt therapist. I utilizes the arts according to each person’s abilities to imagine and develop body awareness. My eclectic approach suits people who seek to find themselves in mental health. As a blind Japanese immigrant, I work especially well with differently-abled people and Pan Asians.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brendan Fiorina

Brendan Fiorina

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • New York, NY


“I approach therapy from an integrative (CBT, DBT, Narrative, MI, ABA, IFS), holistic wellness, and egalitarian perspective.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Paul Moore

Paul Moore

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • New York, NY


I work with people who are stuck at certain crossroads in their life. Typically, the external problems seem to solve themselves once therapy reaches a certain point. This applies to work, relationships, life goals, and creative pursuits. My job is to help you transform mental or physical pain into something that is bearable and makes life worth living.


I work with a wide range of clients.


I welcome any questions you have. Feel free to give me a call or email with any questions you have about starting therapy.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Mare Rulapaugh

Mare Rulapaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • New York, NY


“I firmly believe that you are the expert on your experience, not the other way around, and I offer a collaborative approach towards change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isaiah David

Isaiah David

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“Psychoanalysis is a long-term engagement with the unconscious which aims for fundamental and transformational changes in one's experience of the world by means of dialogue with one's conflicting desires.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Nia Walters

Nia Walters

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach is grounded in helping clients develop a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings, and relationship patterns...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Andie Reyes.

Andie Reyes.

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


Hello, Welcome and Thank You for visiting my page– If your struggling with Depression , Anxiety, Anger, Low self-esteem or if you are going through a Divorce or in a cycle of unhealthy turbulent dysfunctional friendships, partnerships, or just struggling with maintaining balance in your life,

Well' you’re in the right place. It would be my privilege and pleasure to assist you in the process of getting you to a healthier and HAPPIER YOU!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Rena Miller

Rena Miller

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach integrates mindfulness-based and compassion-based cognitive behavioral therapies (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy).”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brennan Pedersen

Brennan Pedersen

Psychologist

In-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“I help others to say what they have withheld, allowing them to begin to see the world from new perspectives, developing new ways of being in the world, the opportunity to make new choices.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Bri Nunes

Bri Nunes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Pleasantville, NY


As a non-binary therapist, I am committed to providing a safe, welcoming space for individuals of all identities. My approach is warm and collaborative, ensuring that every person I work with feels seen, respected, and empowered. I specialize in working with both adolescents and adults, supporting them through the unique challenges of life and growth.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Andrew Cruise

Andrew Cruise

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“I believe in a two pronged therapeutic approach, firstly building insight around your patterns and then using that knowledge to help you create change in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Tema Watstein

Dr. Tema Watstein

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“I have extensive experience in relationship and group therapy, particularly with non-monogamous and queer-identified populations.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Alexa Montemayor

Alexa Montemayor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“Alexa offers a warm, collaborative, and deeply personalized approach that helps clients better understand themselves, heal underlying wounds, and create lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brooke Langford

Brooke Langford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“I am committed to helping clients learn new skills to build stronger, healthier relationships, increase emotional expression, and gain confidence with themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brittany Knapp

Brittany Knapp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


I believe therapy should be a space where you can be completely yourself without fear of judgment. I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR) with over 10 years of clinical experience and have been in private practice for the past seven years. I earned my Master's degree in Art Therapy from New York University and previously worked with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in inpatient psychiatry at Mount Sinai Hospital. My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and person-centered, incorporating CBT, DBT, art therapy, and additional training in Jungian and Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed approaches. Together, we'll build practical skills, deepen self-awareness, and create meaningful, lasting change

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Monica Bilboul

Dr. Monica Bilboul

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Manhasset, NY


As a clinical psychologist, I assist patients in reshaping negative thought and behavior patterns in a judgement free setting.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephen Kochenash

Stephen Kochenash

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“Our approach is humanistic and holistic. We believe in dismantling the power dynamic between provider and client and demystifying the experience of asking for help.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Molly Castelloe

Dr. Molly Castelloe

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


I graduated from Duke University and received my PhD at New York University. I trained at the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis and the Institute for Expressive Analysis. I've been immersed in psychodynamic treatment for years working with people of diverse ages & backgrounds struggling with trauma, depression, substance abuse, sexual difficulties, relationships problems, women's issues, among other concerns. For more information please see: www.mollycastelloe.com

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Gabriele Mariotti

Gabriele Mariotti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • New York, NY


“My goal is to help my clients to build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they would like to accomplish, and to stop their self-destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
April Harvin

April Harvin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach is collaborative, affirming, nonjudgmental, and highly attuned to who you are and where you are in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie Marin

Melanie Marin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychoanalyst in the Flatiron District of New York who specializes in anxiety, depression, life transitions, complex trauma, women's issues, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. I enjoy working with adults of all ages who seek to understand and overcome self-defeating patterns, access inner resources and strengths, and connect to a deeper sense of self.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amelia Winter

Amelia Winter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Hawthorne, NY


Do you notice patterns of behaviors that you are unsatisfied with? Therapy is a significant step towards working through and facing life's most difficult challenges. I have worked with adults, adolescents and children treating issues of adjustment, self-doubt, mood swings, trauma and anxiety attacks. When you approach the therapeutic process with curiosity, you can grow, heal, and thrive.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Bernard Woychowski

Dr. Bernard Woychowski

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Rye Brook, NY


“I have held both supervisory & staff psychologist positions with Harlem Hospital, Interfaith Medical Center, On-Site Psychological Services, and the Westchester Institute for Training & Recovery.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Christian Aklilu-Tesema

Christian Aklilu-Tesema

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • New York, NY


“My practice is about listening and engagement with my patients. We will spend time understanding your journey...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Antonio Cintron

Antonio Cintron

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Newburgh, NY


“I believe therapy should meet you where you are. At the core of my work is a person-centered, culturally-sensitive, and trauma-affirming philosophy...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Thomas Inoferio-Lagalante

Thomas Inoferio-Lagalante

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Forest Hills, NY


“My goal is to help you move beyond symptom management; toward a life that feels authentic, purposeful, and aligned with your values.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dominique Jackson

Dominique Jackson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Glen Cove, NY


  • I am a Daughter, Sister, Mother, & Ally.
  • I was educated at the Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing in Manhattan, New York City, NY.
  • My background is in Psychiatric & Correctional Healthcare.
  • I offer Specialized ADHD/Autism 1:1 Weekly Coaching, Leucovorin & FRAT testing!
  • Also, Medication Management, Talk Therapy, Goal Setting, Time Management, Fertility Support, Special Education Advocate, Weight Management, Confidential Religious Crisis Guidance.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sukriti Gupta

Dr. Sukriti Gupta

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Roslyn, 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 9 insurance carriers
Lauren Puglisi

Lauren Puglisi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“My style involves tangible interventions to provide immediate relief and addressing root causes through longer-term work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
JoJo Dioanne Adsuara

JoJo Dioanne Adsuara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • New York, NY


“I strongly believe in tailoring my therapeutic interventions to cater to the unique needs of each person I encounter, guided by a firm belief in the inherent worth of every individual.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jamieson Webster

Dr. Jamieson Webster

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • New York, NY


Psychoanalytic therapy is often maligned but it remains for me one of the few treatments that seeks to address the innermost, often hidden, parts of ourselves. Psychological symptoms are not only a source of suffering, they are also a message that speaks to desires, conflicts, and pain that comes alive when spoken to a professional listener. The flip-side of anxiety is always a passionate dream that has not been encountered as such. The intimacy of speaking and listening is rare and a gift.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Larissa Yossefi

Larissa Yossefi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Roslyn Heights, NY


“My goal is to help you understand yourself with greater honesty and clarity, so we can build a treatment plan that genuinely supports your wellbeing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Henry Chanin

Henry Chanin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I firmly believe that the client has the answers, it is my job to ask the right questions; this collaboration is at the heart of meaningful work together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Harris

Nicole Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I primarily work with women who are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and the impact of past experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joanne Xuereb

Joanne Xuereb

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Forest Hills, NY


“I will work with you on your strengths and help you become aware of your assets so that you can become a more confident, happy and higher functioning individual.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Yonkers, NY

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Yonkers, NY
There are over 101 therapists in Yonkers, NY accepting new patients.
101+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 98%Depression
  • 91%Trauma
  • 88%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 86%Aetna
  • 53%Cigna
  • 52%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 45%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 39%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 6%French
  • 3%Italian
  • 3%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 63%Woman
  • 31%Man
  • 6%Non-binary
License types
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  • 34%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 21%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 20%Clinical Psychologist
  • 9%Licensed Psychoanalyst
  • 6%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 23%Family therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 16%Couples therapy

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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 Yonkers

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Yonkers starts with looking for identity-affirming care that fits your needs. An affirming therapist may support people navigating identity, relationships, family dynamics, gender dysphoria, anxiety, depression, or stress related to major life changes. As you compare therapists, look for bios that mention affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or direct work with LGBTQIA+ communities. These signals can help you find a therapist whose training and listed specialties match the care you want.

Yonkers has access to local therapists, while nearby parts of Westchester County and New York City can add more options. Still, LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists may be more limited in some areas, so virtual appointments can expand your search beyond offices close to home. You may also want to compare appointment availability, therapeutic approach, therapist background, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading therapist profiles before booking can show how each person describes their style, communication, and experience with LGBTQIA+ clients.

Therapy in Yonkers can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your expected out-of-pocket expense before you book. Headway helps you find therapists who match your preferences, accept your plan, and offer clear availability. You can browse LGBTQIA+ therapists in Yonkers, review bios, see estimated costs after entering your insurance details, and book directly when you’re ready.

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