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LGBT therapists in Cleveland, OH


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Cleveland, OH
Cleveland's LGBTQIA+ community can access holistic, solution-oriented mental health support through Headway's extensive provider network. With 598 licensed providers offering flexible scheduling and free intake calls, quality affirming care is within reach.
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.
Hola. Bem-vinda! I am originally from Brazil and have been living in the United States for 40 years which means I understand, deeply, what it means to carry more than one world inside you. I hold a Master of Arts in Community Counseling from John Carroll University and have been in private practice since 2010. In that time, I have had the privilege of working with adults from their twenties through their nineties, walking alongside them through anxiety, depression, relationship distress, and grief and loss. I conduct sessions in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, whichever language lets you speak most honestly.
In my work with my clients, I strive to practice radical genuineness, meaning I work hard to connect with you as a real live person. To do this, I share pieces of my life such as my interest in drawing or Dungeons and Dragons, parts of my identity including being a transgender person with ADHD, and how I feel in the room, as in if I feel sad or excited about something we talk about. I have found that being present and transparent with my clients has helped me foster trust and build relationships which have led to feelings of belonging and experiencing meaningful change.
HI! My name is Brandais and I'm a licensed therapist in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Florida. I have 11 years of experience working in mental health. For my practice I focus on anxiety, ADHD, neurodivergence, life-changes, women's issues and diverse populations including LGBTQIA populations. My experience is with people across the lifespan. Currently I work with adults from 18-65. I approach my clients with warmth and allowing you to share your experience with non-judgement.
I became a therapist because I believe our struggles deserve to be understood, not just fixed. Too often, people come to therapy feeling like a problem to be solved or a checklist to work through, and that's exactly what I want to push back against. My goal is to help you feel more human, not more clinical.
I earned my Master's in Social Work from Northern Kentucky University in 2014 and hold a certificate in ADHD treatment. I work with adults navigating ADHD, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorder, and I bring both professional training and personal familiarity to these areas. I know this stuff isn't abstract. It shows up in real life, in real ways, every day.
I'm Kassandra, a Licensed Independent Social Worker trained at Case Western Reserve
University. My clinical foundation was built doing crisis intervention and specialized
trauma work with survivors of sexual assault, child abuse, and sex trafficking before
I became independently licensed. That experience isn't a line on a resume. It's the reason
I can sit with the hardest things clients bring in without needing them to minimize,
manage, or explain themselves first. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults
individually and with couples. I'm explicitly LGBTQIA+-affirming and have experience
with transgender and identity-related concerns. I offer telehealth across Ohio and accept
insurance through Headway.
Hello, I'm Valerie!
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Montana and Ohio with a decade of experience in the mental health field, I am passionate about helping people reconnect with their authentic selves.
I founded Wild Living Therapy not only because of my deep love for wildlife and nature but also because I believe we all carry untamed, misunderstood aspects of ourselves—parts that may feel "too wild" or difficult to accept. My goal is to create a space where you can honor these parts, step into your power, and recognize your worth.
You're not broken—you are whole. Let’s navigate this journey together.
I am an anti-racist and LGBTQ-Affirming trauma therapist who has worked with veterans, military personnel, and civilians for 20+ years. I am honored to work with clients on their self-defined goals to achieve more peaceful and satisfying lives, especially as related to healing mental injuries from discrimination and abuse.
My areas of expertise include workplace trauma, racial trauma, institutional betrayal, suicide prevention, family scapegoat abuse, workplace mobbing, and self-acceptance in a hostile world.
As a Queer, Xicana of Mexican, Indigenous, Irish, and Czech ancestry who was raised by a gay parent, I know from lived experience, the importance of culturally-responsive care that recognizes the harm of systemic and interpersonal oppression and stigma. I delight in working with people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences including neurodiversity, various religious and spiritual communities, and people living with visible and invisible disabilities.
As a care provider for a person living with long COVID, I understand the challenges and importance of COVID-cautious lifestyles for people who have compromised immune systems or who want to avoid long COVID.
With a BA from the University of California, Santa Cruz, an MSW from Washington University in St. Louis, and a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, my practice is rooted in research, celebration of clients' cultural traditions, and awareness that mistreatment, disadvantage, and cruelty cause people to suffer.
I actively work to identify and eradicate my own biases through anti-racist somatic practice and train other clinicians in decolonizing mental health care, psychological safety, and anti-racist suicide prevention.
I use evidence-based practices of Written Exposure Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure Therapy.
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.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Cleveland, OH



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 98%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 90%Stress management
- 89%Trauma

- 100%Aetna
- 92%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 54%The Health Plan

- 100%English
- 3%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Hindi

- 84%Online only
- 16%In-person or online

- 80%Woman
- 19%Man
- 2%Non-binary

- 45%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 25%Licensed Independent Social Worker
- 13%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
- 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Clinical Psychologist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 33%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions


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 Cleveland
Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Cleveland starts with looking for care that is identity-affirming and relevant to your needs. A strong fit may include experience with LGBTQIA+ care, gender identity, sexual orientation, family or relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare therapists, look for training or experience in affirmative therapy, WPATH-informed care, gender-diverse support, or work with LGBTQIA+ communities. A therapist’s bio can also show how they describe their approach, who they support, and what you can expect in sessions.
Cleveland has a range of mental health care options, from local offices near downtown and surrounding neighborhoods to virtual appointments across Ohio. Affirming therapists may be fewer than general therapists in some areas, so virtual care can expand your options while keeping insurance coverage part of the search. When narrowing your list, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether their background, identity, or listed specialties match what you want in care. If you are also searching for terms like “LGBTQ clinic near me,” “gender health center,” or “pride clinic Cleveland,” therapist profiles can help you understand whether a clinician offers the kind of support you’re looking for.
Therapy in Cleveland can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and make care easier to access. Headway helps you search for LGBTQIA+ therapists in Cleveland who are accepting new patients, review detailed bios, check your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking, and choose between virtual and in-person options. You can compare therapists by specialty, availability, approach, and insurance fit, then book directly when you’re ready.
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