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LGBT therapists in Columbus, OH
Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Columbus, OH
Columbus's diverse communities deserve mental health support that celebrates who you are. Access virtual or in-person therapy with open-minded providers who specialize in LGBTQIA mental health, with sessions averaging 75% savings through insurance and some patients paying as low as $0 per session.
As a Licensed Independent Mental Health Therapist and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, I believe prioritizing your mental health is one of the most important steps toward stability and growth. Reaching out for help is not always easy, so I truly commend you for considering it.
I work with adults who are struggling with stress, life challenges, trauma, and addiction. I focus on helping clients build confidence and develop healthy coping skills. To enrich and gain enhanced satisfaction in their lives. My goal is to walk alongside you as you create meaningful and lasting change.
Reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’re used to managing everything on your own. I work with adults, including many caregivers who are balancing a lot and may feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, or unsure how to prioritize themselves while caring for others.
I’ve supported clients navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and parenting stress.
I also bring extensive experience working with children and adolescents (ages 4–21), which allows me to support parents with a deeper understanding of child and adolescent development. This helps caregivers better understand their child’s behavior and feel more confident in how they respond at home.
I received my masters degree in clinical mental health counseling from Xavier University in 2020, but have been working in the mental health field since 2016. My professional background in foster care treatment has helped me form a foundation for trauma treatment.
I specialize in helping clients navigating trauma, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, & much more. I earned my MSW from New York University in 2011 and have worked as a forensic social worker in NYC at The Legal Aid Society & have also worked with Gay Men's Health Crisis, Services for the Underserved, Footsteps & Office of the Appellate Defender. I moved to Los Angeles in 2017 and have been in private practice since 2018.
"Empowering people to help find their true actualized selves"- I will help support and inspire you to be the best you can be with showing and providing you skills and possibilities to facilitate more hope for the future. With experience in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, conditioning, Trauma therapy, and inner work to discover the Self and conditioning, together we will help you find your inner truth through a positive approach to help discover who you want to be.
Specializing in relationship issues, addiction, trauma, PTSD, and LGBTQ+
am a professional clinical counselor, licensed in Ohio, with over 29 years of experience working with adults, children, and families. I have worked with clients who have a wide range of concerns, such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, gender issues, addictions, family systems, marital/relationship or career challenges, trauma, and ADHD. My approach combines CBT, cognitive-behavioral therapy, Gottman Therapy, DBT, and trauma-focused CBT interventions.
Hello, I'm Stefanie Young, an Army brat, born in Germany and a Gulf War Veteran. I've spent my entire career in and around first response: military, military police, and civilian law enforcement which has truly shaped my approach to therapy by understanding the culture, the pressures that come with it, and what it takes to finally talk to someone.
My practice is a confidential, open space for adults working through trauma, PTSD, anxiety, anger, and depression. If you're a first responder or veteran, you won't need to explain your world to me, I've lived it. And if you're not, you're equally welcome as well.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with over a decade of counseling experience in a variety of environments. I am an LGBTQ* and neurodiverse celebratory therapist! I have always been drawn to hearing people's stories and want to know all about you-what are your passions? What are your stressors? How can we get you where you want to be? I firmly believe that everyone possesses both resiliency and a unique spark that makes them who they are. I love to help people find their strength and spark.
I am a neurodivergent therapist who has been practicing for 20 years. I have always been drawn to and supportive of other humans that color outside of the lines. Prioritizing yourself by seeking help is huge and I would be honored to support you on your therapy journey.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Columbus, OH
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Stress management
- 96%Depression
- 92%Grief or loss
- 96%Aetna
- 71%Cigna
- 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 67%The Health Plan
- 100%English
- 96%In-person or online
- 4%In-person only
- 75%Woman
- 21%Man
- 4%Non-binary
- 33%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 21%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 17%Licensed Independent Social Worker
- 17%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 92%Individual therapy
- 38%Family therapy
- 17%Couples therapy
- 8%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 Columbus
Searching for LGBTQIA+ therapists in Columbus starts with finding care that clearly centers affirming support. Look for therapists who list experience with LGBTQIA+ clients, gender-diverse care, affirmative therapy, or WPATH-informed training in their profiles. These signals can matter when you want support related to identity, relationships, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, or stress. A therapist’s listed specialties, training, and approach can help you understand whether their background matches what you want to address.
Columbus has many therapy options, which can make it useful to narrow your search by more than specialty alone. Some people prefer an office near work, school, or home, while others use virtual appointments to expand access to affirming therapists across Ohio. You can also compare appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, therapy style, and personal fit signals like background or identity. Reading therapist bios before booking can show how they describe their work with LGBTQIA+ communities and what you may expect from sessions.
Therapy in Columbus can be a significant cost without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for LGBTQIA+ therapists in Columbus who are accepting new clients, compare bios and availability, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs after entering your insurance details. From there, you can book directly when you’re ready.
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