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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.

Ariol Tafa

Ariol Tafa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“I believe treatment should feel empowering, collaborative, and grounded in understanding the full person, not just the symptoms.”

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

Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chance Parker-Ray

Chance Parker-Ray

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I integrate mindfulness with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients develop a deeper awareness of their thoughts and feelings while also working to challenge and change unwanted patterns.”

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samuel Eshleman Latimer

Samuel Eshleman Latimer

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“My clients have said that they gain a lot of wisdom from working collaboratively with me. They also tend to say that they really felt like I showed up authentically and invested in their lives in a helpful way.”

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

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanisha Richardson

Tanisha Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Together we can develop a restorative approach through the use of one-on-one interventions, tailored coping techniques, and personalized methods to assist in moving forward.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Dr. Maya Akinfosile

Dr. Maya Akinfosile

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“I aim to never take for granted how much of a privilege it is to have clients share their stories and experiences with me.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michaela Epperson

Michaela Epperson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I specifically prefer to work with parents, the perinatal and postpartum population, and clients who are struggling to declutter their homes and process trauma in a multigenerational family context.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Creative, Direct

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Miller

Andrew Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I want my clients to have a sense of hope about the path forward towards healing, growth and positive change.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Dr. Elizabeth Kuntz

Dr. Elizabeth Kuntz

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“As a military veteran herself, she is particularly passionate about supporting fellow veterans and their loved ones.”

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

Challenging, Direct, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Mousumi Mallik

Mousumi Mallik

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“A warm, real therapist and proud mother, born and raised in India and shaped by life on three continents. I help children, adults, older adults, and couples become the authors of their own stories, using narrative, feminist, and IFS-informed approaches alongside CBT and mindfulness.”


I’m a therapist who believes you are the expert on your own life. My job is to walk beside you as you find your voice, set healthy boundaries, and learn to love and nurture yourself.

I’m an LPCC-S in Ohio with a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and I’m completing my PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. For seven years I’ve worked with children, adolescents, adults, older adults, and couples, in person and by telehealth, in community mental health and outpatient settings.

Before counseling, I was a teacher and school administrator. Born and raised in India, I lived and worked in Uganda for more than fifteen years before moving to Ohio in 2017 to train as a counselor. That journey gave me a multicultural perspective and showed me how deeply culture and family shape our stories. I’m proud to be a mother, and my own experience of fighting cancer deepened my compassion for people facing trauma and questions of meaning.

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

Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dr. Ashley Rosenberg

Dr. Ashley Rosenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My counseling style is rooted in a client-centered, empathic, humanistic, non-judgmental point of view.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

William Carter

William Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have a particular passion for working with men and adolescents of color, especially those who may not always feel like they have a space to talk openly about what they're carrying.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Sharon Alati

Sharon Alati

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I use an eclectic but effective combination of approaches which can be adjusted to what is best for you and your specific issues.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Asya Mirakova

Asya Mirakova

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I integrate evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's needs, focusing on practical skills...”

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

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Stephanie Krznarich

Stephanie Krznarich

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“WELCOME! I am Stephanie Krznarich (KRIZ-NAR-Rich). Everyone asks, "How do you pronounce that last name?"”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Krista Smith

Krista Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hey , I'm glad you're here. Reaching out is the hardest part, and it takes real courage to take that first step.

I'm Krista, a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW-S), and I work with adults who are dealing with depression, trauma, big life changes,and relationship challenges. Basically, if life has been feeling heavy lately, that's exactly the kind of thing I help people work through.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jose Montoya

Jose Montoya

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy works best when you feel understood as a whole person, not judged or reduced to a diagnosis.”

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

Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Cherliesa Boyd

Cherliesa Boyd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

5151 Reed Road, Columbus, OH

“Liesa strives to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where patients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.”

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

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Katie Pate

Katie Pate

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I'm a trauma sensitive, neurodivergent therapist who is committed to creating a safe and judgment-free space.”

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

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Idris Syed

Idris Syed

Therapist

Virtual • Kent, OH


“Life can be hard, I get it and have been there; there are lots of ups and downs along the way and I am here to help.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph White

Joseph White

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I use a conversational and collaborative approach to therapy to connect with clients on a personal level.”

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

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

J. Michele Rankin

J. Michele Rankin

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My job is to help you get through these difficult times and to give you the skills you need to feel empowered to get through any obstacle that comes your way.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Sarah Lohman

Sarah Lohman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel respected, understood, and able to be yourself without judgment.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Robert Yurisko

Robert Yurisko

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“My goal is to help clients understand themselves at a deeper level, offer practical tools and resources, and support them as they work toward meaningful change.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Joseph Rifici

Joseph Rifici

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hi, I am Joe, a licensed mental health therapist. I believe that people are capable of change, which is why I do what I do. It's understandable if you come to therapy feeling low and unmotivated. This is normal. Your first step in coming here is a big deal and not an easy decision or task. That right there is motivation. I believe in a collaborative approach and meeting you where you are in your life. I am not an expert on you, but we can work together to understand what is getting in the way of your goals and make plans to address these areas. I am here to help you figure out what needs to change and to guide you through the process of improving your mental health and growing as a person. I am a caring, open, and non-judgmental person, who loves cats, music, reading, and video games. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, especially around a bon fire.

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Robyn Kelly

Robyn Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I empower clients by helping them identify/develop their strengths and tools to address life stressors.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Brittany Zettler

Brittany Zettler

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I take an eclectic approach when working with individuals. I work to customize therapeutic interventions to meet each Client's needs.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Janeane Grisez

Janeane Grisez

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Together we will develop skills to begin managing your feelings in a healthy way while you enjoy a calm, safe and inviting space.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Emily Bonawitz

Emily Bonawitz

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My goal is to offer you a sanctuary—a place where your story is met with radical empathy instead of critique.”

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

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Dr. Sheila Stauffer

Dr. Sheila Stauffer

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“As someone with an INFJ personality, I bring warmth, compassion, and genuine dedication to every therapeutic relationship.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Jessica Dingess

Jessica Dingess

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is warm, direct, down to earth (supportive, but not vague), goal focused, strengths based, and at your pace.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristie Pressler

Kristie Pressler

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe the most important factor in therapy is the relationship between therapist and client and have spent 17 years empowering my clients to feel confident in their ability to navigate life with calm clarity and to develop self-compassion that...”

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Zachary Kyle

Zachary Kyle

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hello! My name is Zachary! I am happy you visited my profile. Before you begin browsing, I just want to say you are strong and you have incredible power in you to journey towards healing. I believe in your success and your potential.

I received my Bachelor of Arts at Goshen College and my Master of Social Work at Andrews University. I am a LCSW in Indiana, LISW-S in Ohio, and a LSCSW in Kansas.

I have experience in care management and facilitation, providing counseling to juveniles on probation, delivering therapy to those who have been court ordered, doing home-based clinical services, implementing and administering Family Centered Treatment© to families, hospice social work, community mental health, certified clinical behavioral health clinics, conducting counseling to geriatric and SPMI populations, as well as telehealth.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Cindy Batie

Cindy Batie

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe my clients are the experts of their lives. I try to make the counseling session a safe place for you to share what is on your heart and mind...”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Maury McCoy

Maury McCoy

Therapist

Virtual • Middletown, OH


“I create a supportive and non-judgmental therapeutic environment - a safe space for you to land and heal.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Douglas Hickey

Douglas Hickey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1905 Woods Drive, Beavercreek, OH

“I am passionate about providing a supportive, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to hold space for clients so they can navigate life challenges.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Julie Swain

Julie Swain

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

7071 Corporate Way, Dayton, OH

“Julie is a caring and compassionate mental health therapist whose passion is to help her clients overcome challenges and experience healing so that growth and connection are possible.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Madison Joseph

Madison Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe every person deserves a safe, supportive space where they feel heard, respected, and valued.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Eliana Azarian

Eliana Azarian

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Tired of suggestions of gratitude lists? I dive deep in my counseling style and seek to help you put the work in. My goal is to provide high-quality and accessible care.

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

Creative, Empowering, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Boyce

Michael Boyce

Therapist

Virtual • Madison, OH


“Michael is a client-centered, affirming therapist dedicated to providing an inclusive and collaborative space for healing and growth.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Patricia Bell

Patricia Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a broad perspective on the stressors of life.”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

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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