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LGBT therapists in Powell, OH

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Powell, OH

In Powell, Ohio, Headway supports LGBTQIA mental health with open-minded, warm providers experienced in gender and sexual identity concerns. Choose from 522 providers nationwide, with sessions often covered by insurance and free consultations available. Connect with someone who affirms you.

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,

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
Wendy Durant

Wendy Durant

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hi, I’m Wendy Durant-Nelson, LPC-S, PhD, N.D. New Orleans is home, and for more than 20 years I’ve had the privilege of helping adults, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. My counseling style blends evidence-based care with the warmth, authenticity, and genuine connection that the South is known for; you’ll find a space where you can show up exactly as you are and feel truly heard. I specialize in anxiety, OCD, trauma, relationship concerns, depression, and women’s issues, using practical, compassionate approaches tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for growth, I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your journey. ⚜️💜💚💛

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Samantha Blackwell

Samantha Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in a collaborative and non-judgmental approach to therapy and am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for all clients.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Elizabeth Takacs

Elizabeth Takacs

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I take a very client centered approach to therapy, and want to create your treatment plan entirely around you.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jane Miller

Jane Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“It is such a gift to be trusted by clients and it is an honor as we work together with a sense of safety and as a catalyst for change, growth and transformation.”

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

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Dirr

Jennifer Dirr

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My therapeutic approach is looking at the whole person first and being open and honest about our therapeutic fit.”

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Lisa Cullison

Lisa Cullison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that until a person is healed mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, their physical well-being has a hard time catching up...”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Karen Simms

Karen Simms

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I understand the unique challenges faced by healers, caregivers, leaders, and advocates and can support you in overcoming adversity, stress, and trauma.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Morrisa Gray-Brown

Morrisa Gray-Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I will listen without judgment, show compassion and empathy, help assist client to find solutions to the challenges they have encountered.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

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,

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,

Kierra Edwards

Kierra Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have over 20 years of experience working in the field of social services, and 7 years of experience as a licensed clinician.”

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

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

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,

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,

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,

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,

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,

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. 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,

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
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,

Nicole Durant

Nicole Durant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

8972 Darrow Road, Twinsburg, OH

“I believe in the power of therapy to foster lasting change, and I work collaboratively with each client to create a personalized treatment plan that promotes growth, self-awareness, and emotional resilience.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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,

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. 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
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,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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,

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,

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,

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,

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
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,

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,

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,

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,

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Powell, OH

Number of therapists serving Powell, OH
There are over 527 therapists in Powell, OH accepting new patients.
527+
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
  • 91%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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