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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 523 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.

Abigail Russell

Abigail Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I bring these experiences and my perspective to your treatment to work with you to understand your past and help shape your future.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Laura Hutchison

Laura Hutchison

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“During your therapy session you will find that I utilize client centered communication in a non-judgmental manner.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Rosalind Pistilli

Rosalind Pistilli

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is warm but direct. I'll challenge you when it's helpful, but I won't do it without first making sure you feel safe and seen.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Valentine Volk

Valentine Volk

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


I practice through a holistic lens and fully believe in the mind-body-spirit connection. In addition to prescribing appropriate psychiatric medications, my style also incorporates alternative medicine. I seek to treat the whole, individual person rather than just a specific diagnosis.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Roy McClelland Jr

Roy McClelland Jr

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I'm known for a calm, soft-spoken demeanor and the ability to build strong, trusting therapeutic relationships.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Hannah Harris

Hannah Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Hannah works primarily with women who want to explore their desires and roadblocks with honesty (and a little bit of humor).”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Megan Keppler

Megan Keppler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“She is a polyamory-affirming, kink-aware provider who believes that everyone deserves judgement free access to holistic healthcare.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Renee Boldman

Renee Boldman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach to therapy is to holistically guide you back to your mind, body, and spirit. Together, we will forge down a path that integrates somatic, emotional, and cognitive techniques to help promote healthier lifestyle choices, relationships, and...”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I don't see you as a diagnosis or a checklist of symptoms. I see a whole person — with a unique story, real strengths, and an incredible capacity to heal and grow.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Amanda Stamper

Amanda Stamper

Therapist

Virtual • Bay Village, OH


“I am passionate about helping you manage anxiety, stress, and overwhelm through evidence-based treatments.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna insurance

Taylor Schroeder

Taylor Schroeder

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“We will work on mental and physical treatments including sleep hygiene, nutrition, movement, and medication.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Shawn Ferrell-Hillis

Shawn Ferrell-Hillis

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe an essential feature of counseling is that I provide a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere in which you can begin to heal and thrive.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Charielle McDade

Charielle McDade

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am passionate about supporting adolescents and adults using an authentic, curious, and compassionate approach.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Abigail O'Connor

Abigail O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual • Westerville, OH


“In therapy with me, one can expect a creative and inviting approach, not one that is strictly talking. It's hard to be human and use words to describe our feelings and thoughts, which is where art comes into play!”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Creative, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

LaToya Phillips

LaToya Phillips

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


I have been a nurse since 2009 and bring years of clinical experience and a deep commitment to healing and long-term wellness. My personal experiences—including overcoming challenges, navigating trauma, raising a family, and being a grandparent—have shaped my empathy and ability to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

My goal is to empower patients with the knowledge, support, and tools they need to build resilience, improve their mental health, and enhance their overall quality of life while honoring each individual’s unique story. You are not placed in a box; individualized treatment plans

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Kate McCallister

Kate McCallister

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

9 Chesapeake Plaza, Chesapeake, OH

“I'm a clinical mental health therapist who provides a warm, validating, and down-to-earth space for people to explore their experiences and move toward meaningful change.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,


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Allison Schulte

Allison Schulte

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Allison L Schulte, LSCSW, is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker who offers therapeutic services to adults, adolescents, and children experiencing depression, anxiety, cognitive impairments such as Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, personality disorders, grief and loss, significant stress, relationship difficulties, and other social or emotional concerns. She holds both undergraduate and master’s degrees in social work from Wichita State University.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dr. Meghan Murray

Dr. Meghan Murray

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person

143 East Water Street, 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,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zac Branstool

Zac Branstool

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Whether we're working through complex trauma, simple life concerns or anything in between, you'll come away from each session with the knowledge that life does get better, empowered to make changes big and small.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Susan Belair

Susan Belair

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“My particular passion is facilitating healing from developmental trauma, chronic stress, or traumatic events.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Courtney Markland

Courtney Markland

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My passion is working with individuals who are navigating symptoms such as depression and anxiety related to past trauma, relationship issues, and attachment wounds.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Providence Health Plan


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Berger

Rachel Berger

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


My educational background includes a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from The University of Texas of the Permian Basin and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Texas Woman’s University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in TX, CO, and PA, and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in ME, as well as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in OH.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

MC Laney Moise

MC Laney Moise

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach are solution focused, strength based, and client centered, I believe in assessing what the issues are, developing some goals, evaluating, and reevaluating to ultimately get you to a point where you feel at ease and ready to overcome life...”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Alora Bharmota

Alora Bharmota

Therapist

Virtual • Upper Arlington, OH


“I am a Certified Trauma Professional (CCTP-II) and have my certification in Somatic Experiencing. I often use Art Therapy with my clients in combination with other therapy modalities.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dwonna D. Thompson Lenoir

Dr. Dwonna D. Thompson Lenoir

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

8050 Beckett Center Drive, West Chester, OH

“Dr. Dwonna believes that therapy is a collaborative effort and likes to join with her clients to ensure that they are adequately supported toward success, recovery and healing.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Dr. Jess Priode

Dr. Jess Priode

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe you can love someone deeply and still recognize that the way you're being treated is unfair.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Kathryn Loveless

Kathryn Loveless

Therapist

Virtual • Granville, OH


“I believe it is important to celebrate the small successes, and focus on progress, rather than perfection.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Colleen Dillon Bulejski

Colleen Dillon Bulejski

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I genuinely think that therapy works! Sessions with me will be genuine, non-judgmental, and collaborative.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Sarah Vargo

Sarah Vargo

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hello, I am Sarah, a licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio. I received my M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Akron, but I also have a M.A. from The Ohio State University in Comparative Studies, focusing on the body, trauma, and narrative. We are our stories, as well as how we re-create our stories!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Leah Bowman

Leah Bowman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“She is validating and gentle while being direct in order to provide clients with feedback that can lead to both acceptance and change within their life.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Gary Russell

Gary Russell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

33 Lexington Springmill Road South, Ontario, OH

“I believe in people, that we can change, that we can be better today than we were yesterday and be better tomorrow than we were today.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Vivia Brown

Vivia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy should fit you, not the other way around. My approach blends evidence-based practices like DBT, CBT with a client-centered, solution-focused style...”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Annie Camerino

Annie Camerino

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“My name is Anne (Annie) Camerino, and I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio and South Carolina.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Challenging, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Autumn Davis

Autumn Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“With an emphasis on emotional resilience, self-compassion, and mind-body awareness, I offer tailored support...”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Katherine Millichamp

Katherine Millichamp

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I'm a compassionate, skilled, and open-minded therapist dedicated to empowering my clients to identify their goals...”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Dominiqua Bernardin

Dominiqua Bernardin

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I believe that every young person deserves a safe and supportive space to explore their emotions, develop coping skills, and build a strong sense of self.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Tina Hacker

Tina Hacker

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I deeply believe that no matter how heavy or complex your story feels, healing, renewal, and transformation are always within reach.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Grooms

Melissa Grooms

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

615 Copeland Mill Road, Westerville, OH

“I believe that we are all the authors of our own stories and, with the right support, we can rewrite them in ways that allow for healing, transformation, and a deeper connection to our true selves.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Oreet besner-Schrader

Dr. Oreet besner-Schrader

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hello, I’m Dr. Oreet Daniella Besner, a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, LCSW, Psychologist, with a warm and collaborative approach to therapy. I hold an MA from Antioch University and a doctorate, PSY.D, from California School of Professional Psychology. I have 27 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and self-esteem. I draw from evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy to support meaningful growth. I strive to create a safe, open space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Brandi Massie

Brandi Massie

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Healing is not about erasing the past, but learning how to live with it differently, with more compassion and ease.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Beachwood, OH

Number of therapists serving Beachwood, OH
There are over 528 therapists in Beachwood, OH accepting new patients.
528+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 90%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 65%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 17%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 25%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
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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