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LGBT therapists in Beachwood, OH

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Beachwood, OH

Beachwood's LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental healthcare from providers who understand your unique experiences. Headway connects you with 609 licensed providers across Ohio who offer culturally competent talk therapy and medication management. Access virtual or in-person sessions with average savings of 75% through insurance, with many clients paying as low as $0 per session.

Ebony Price

Ebony Price

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Warrensville Heights, OH


Hi, I’m Ebony, and I’m truly passionate about my career and the clients I serve. I believe in creating a warm, welcoming environment where you feel heard, respected, and supported. My goal is to make things simple, clear, and comfortable, so you always know you’re in good hands. I’m here to listen, answer questions, and partner with you every step of the way.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rita Bryce

Rita Bryce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.8 mi away • Shaker Heights, OH


“With my extensive training in both psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, I am able both to empathize with you and to help solve the issues which are standing in the way of you feeling like yourself again.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Garver Megenhardt

Sarah Garver Megenhardt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.8 mi away • Shaker Heights, OH


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive and empowering. We will walk through your therapy journey together, side by side, not expert and novice.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ashlee King

Ashlee King

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Solon, OH


“My goal as a thrapist is to be present for you, to assist you in working through any concerns you may have in a calm, understanding, non-judgemental space.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Arielle Ballard

Arielle Ballard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Solon, OH


“My favorite part of therapy is witnessing my client's "aha" moments! My goal is to provide an environment for you that feels both professional and welcoming...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rochena Crosby

Rochena Crosby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Cleveland, OH


Hi, I’m a compassionate and dedicated therapist who's independently licensed in multiple areas with over 14 years of experience helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and empowered. Let’s work together to uncover your strengths and help you move toward the life you want.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Shauntae Walker

Shauntae Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Cleveland, OH


“I'm a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor dedicated to helping adolescents and adults feel grounded, understood, and empowered in their healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessie Leu

Jessie Leu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Cleveland, OH


“I believe in providing a safe space for my clients using a person-centered approach which focuses on the importance of each client's goals, preferences, and values.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Jennifer Simon

Jennifer Simon

Therapist

In-person • 6.3 mi away • Solon, OH


“EMDR along with mindfulness practices can create new neuropathways in your brain which will help you feel better and develop new lasting beliefs and behaviors that can improve your quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Reaver Nelson

Dr. Reaver Nelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Cleveland, OH


“Clients can expect to feel valued and heard. I recognize that everyone is an expert of their own experience...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tony Apolczer

Tony Apolczer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Broadview Heights, OH


“I work with clients using a compassionate, individualized approach grounded in trauma-informed care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Patti Napolitano

Patti Napolitano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Middleburg Heights, OH


Evidence-Based Practices are great Words. Real life takes adaptation, acceptance, and attunement. Most people come to therapy not out of brokenness, but because they are stuck on the Map of Life, in a cul-de-sac. Patti is able to meet online, or in person in Slavic Village and Barnesville. Partnering with LGBTQIA, Prescribers, and Recovery supports to help patients connect with care for their healthiest self.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Holly Donofrio

Holly Donofrio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Cleveland, OH


“I strive to provide a warm, nonjudgemental and empowering space for my clients to process emotions, explore their values and make meaning in each individual experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jen Foren

Jen Foren

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Columbus, OH


“I have experience treating those with depression, anxiety, PTSD/victims of trauma & members of the LGBTQ+ community.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jasmine Walters

Jasmine Walters

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • North Olmsted, OH


“I take a very relational approach, placing a high priority on building trust and rapport with my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Salim

Amy Salim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • North Olmsted, OH


“I strive to provide a safe space for people to explore their vulnerabilities, because the strength to overcome challenges is closer than you think.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Heather Anderson

Heather Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Westlake, OH


“My greatest strengths lie in creating a supportive, affirming space where clients feel truly seen and heard, especially those navigating identity, relationships, and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lindsey Fascione

Lindsey Fascione

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Westlake, OH


“My approach to care is rooted in the understanding that each individual is unique, and that conventional treatment alone may not always be sufficient to promote healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Rivera

Jessica Rivera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grafton, OH


“I guide you in creating a path to ease suffering and emotional struggle through a holistic approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Oshaughnessy

Lisa Oshaughnessy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“I want to help you feel better. Plain and simple. I want you to know that together we are going to get better.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bernadette Sisk

Bernadette Sisk

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized. I believe treatment works best when clients feel heard, respected, and involved in decisions about their care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ozzy Chaney

Ozzy Chaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Massillon, OH


“My approach to therapy is strength-based and centered on helping you recognize and build on the resilience, skills, and experiences you already have.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Meghan Murray

Dr. Meghan Murray

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Sandusky, OH


“I want every person to feel empowered in the therapeutic process as they move toward healing, change, and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Marcinowski

Megan Marcinowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ashland, OH


“My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and hope as we work toward meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carlita Lockett

Carlita Lockett

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Akron, OH


Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years experience in the mental health field. I specialize in culturally-centered care. Prioritizing patient needs while providing collaborative treatment.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maria Matty

Maria Matty

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Maria is a person-centered therapist and strongly believes that the individual is both the expert on their own experience and their greatest resource for healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, PTSD, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Bulucea

Tina Bulucea

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in a very direct and interactive approach to therapy. I relish feedback and expect you to express your opinions and feelings about what you are learning about yourself in treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Morris Kyle

Morris Kyle

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe there is a start point, a mid point, and a end point to therapy. My job is to work myself out of a job by giving you the tools and skills to handle most situations.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ken Holt

Ken Holt

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is compassionate, person-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practices including Motivational Interviewing, ACT, CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness-based interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Samantha Brown

Samantha Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I take an aggressive approach to therapy. You have been dealing with mental/emotional issues for a while now. It is my goal to get you back to feeling like yourself in the shortest time possible.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Direct
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristen Cardone

Kristen Cardone

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I can work with your mental health and your substance use together instead of sending you to two different people.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Helen Lehman

Helen Lehman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I have been licensed as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor since 2004 and have held a supervision designation since 2015. I have also held a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with a supervision/training designation license since 2018. I have maintained a private counseling practice in Chillicothe since 2000 and I continue to work with individuals and families in that capacity. I have dedicated my career to helping others and to working with the community to ensure the well-being of families and children.

My communication style

My communication tone or approach tends to be direct but laid back. We are in session to work together not have me tell you what to do or where you need to go

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Crishna Wilburn

Crishna Wilburn

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My therapeutic philosophy centers on meeting you exactly where you are and walking alongside you as you work towards your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Carrie Tulino-Bell

Carrie Tulino-Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy is a collaborative and supportive space where you can feel seen, heard, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Bryan

Natalie Bryan

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I'm a Veterinary Social Worker and Integrative Mental Health Professional specializing in C-PTSD, substance use, and ADHD.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pascale Davis

Pascale Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“As a survivor of Complex PTSD myself, I have a special understanding and passion about helping others heal with patience and grace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kenneth Dampier

Kenneth Dampier

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I strive to create an affirming, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore challenges and work toward meaningful growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amy Prichard

Amy Prichard

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


20+ years helping youth, adults and families work through grief and trauma, restore relationships, and build healthier thought and behavior patterns. Specializing in helping clients in transition or facing a dilemma.

Licensed Counselor & Certified Coach with lived experience as Ohio Hall of Fame DI basketball player & coach, espn color analyst, C-level corporate executive, non-profit leader, cancer survivor, later in life adoptive parent, and member of multi-racial family.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ciara Merriweather

Ciara Merriweather

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in medication management and supportive therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, and substance use concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Summer Fletcher

Summer Fletcher

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help you capitalize on your strengths and create a meaningful life--"A Life that is Worth Living."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Beachwood, OH

Number of therapists serving Beachwood, OH
There are over 606 therapists in Beachwood, OH accepting new patients.
606+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 56%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 86%Online only
  • 14%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 26%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 13%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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