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LGBT therapists in Ohio

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Ohio

Find culturally competent mental health support in Ohio with Headway's network of 606 licensed providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ mental wellness. Sessions are flexible, confidential, and often covered by insurance, allowing you to focus on your care without worrying about costs.

Danielle Rominger

Danielle Rominger

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Specializing in complex trauma, grief, and relationship challenges, she provides personalized support to those seeking lasting emotional growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Bryson

Sarah Bryson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and will work with you to help identify feelings, gain coping and mindfulness skills, and learn to apply those skills to your everyday life!”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
David Home

David Home

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hello. Thank you for taking the time to invest in your healing and growth today. Whether you’re a newcomer to therapy/counseling or an experienced client, I feel it’s a brave and wonderful thing to do the work of mental-emotional healing. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, stress/anxiety, career challenges, LGBTQ+ related issues, grief and loss and trauma disorder such as PTSD.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexándria Olosunde

Alexándria Olosunde

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe you deserve a therapist who is fully human, fully present, and genuinely invested in your growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Andy Yinger

Andy Yinger

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work primarily with adults 18–45, including neurodivergent adults, people navigating ADHD or autism, dissociation, complex trauma, polyamory, or kink.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Danielle Williamson

Danielle Williamson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Danielle is passionate about providing compassionate, strengths-based, trauma-informed care that honors each client's unique experiences, values, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
David Burchett

David Burchett

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I possess extensive experience collaborating with veterans on complicated trauma and mental health concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Molly Propst

Molly Propst

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, my work is rooted in my own lived experience and a deep commitment to creating the spaces I once needed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rinda Scoggan

Rinda Scoggan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Athens, OH


“I feel the relationship between counselor and client is significant to support growth. I see myself walking with you through the process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Vargo

Lisa Vargo

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in women's life challenges and trauma, including anxiety, depression, grief, post-divorce transitions...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tiffany Straley

Tiffany Straley

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in working with individuals navigating compulsive thoughts, anxiety, depression, and the complex impact of trauma and abuse.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Russell Spieth

Russell Spieth

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“He brings approximately 30 years of experience collaborating with individuals, couples, and families to address a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, addictive behaviors, and difficult life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oliver Gutierrez

Oliver Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I blend compassion with practical, real-world tools so you leave each session feeling not just heard, but genuinely equipped.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jasmine Ouedraogo

Jasmine Ouedraogo

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I employ a thoughtful and adaptive communication style designed to foster a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Megan Reeves

Megan Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“My relationship with therapy has had a profoundly positive influence on my life and the goal in my practice is to instill those same benefits in you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Anna Brewer

Anna Brewer

Therapist

Virtual • Cortland, OH


“You deserve to let go and give everyone else's problems back to them. You can do it and start focusing on you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Queen-Erin Watson

Queen-Erin Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


My name is Queen Watson (yes that's my real name) and I’m a Cincinnati, OH native. I attended The Ohio State University for my bachelor's degree in psychology and obtained my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Cincinnati. As a Black therapist, I take pride in providing a safe space for individuals to address the impact of a system that villainizes those experiencing side effects of the human condition and directly challenge the stereotype of what therapists should look or act like. My ideal clients are adults experiencing or seeking: identify affirming care (i.e., LGBT+, BIPOC), ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, seeking stronger intra- and interpersonal relationships, intense anger, and mood disorders.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michelle Drain

Michelle Drain

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Waterville, OH


“My approach to care is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Linquist

Alicia Linquist

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dayton, OH


“I truly believe that therapy should feel like a safe place to exhale — a space where you don't have to minimize what you've been through or carry it alone.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Linda Levinson

Linda Levinson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Her professional interests center on trauma and human sexuality and she is committed to fostering inclusivity by tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each client navigating these complex aspects of the human experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marianna Zdinak

Marianna Zdinak

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Together with my four-legged office companion, Jack, I help individuals navigate trauma and take back control of their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jasmin Evans

Jasmin Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am a person-centered therapist and direct in my communications with others. I believe that clear is kind...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nia Betton

Nia Betton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I am known for my compassionate, patient-centered care, often collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment plans with the goal of improving quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. DJ Griffith

Dr. DJ Griffith

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am a non-binary human and a licensed psychotherapist in California, credentialed as an LPCC. I have an ongoing dedication to staying at the forefront of best practices and advocating for ethical and inclusive counseling standards. With a history of driving positive change and fostering growth, I hold my clients' growth in the highest regard.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marisa Chovan

Marisa Chovan

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I take a directive approach in counseling, guiding my clients through the process to make it easier for them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kristen Cardone

Kristen Cardone

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I can work with your mental health and your substance use together instead of sending you to two different people.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kelley Smith

Kelley Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Columbus, OH


“Your therapy will be a unique, tailored combination of the highly effective psychophysiological experiential therapies of EMDR therapy, Safe and Sound Protocol, Biofeedback, iRest Yoga Nidra, Pranayama Breathwork, and traditional talk therapy lenses...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Julia Armstrong

Julia Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I aim to walk alongside you in your healing process not just as a clinician, but as a fellow human being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Allyson McCarley

Allyson McCarley

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I do my best to tailor my approach individually for each client depending on their specific needs, goals, personality, and history.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lisa Oshaughnessy

Lisa Oshaughnessy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“I want to help you feel better. Plain and simple. I want you to know that together we are going to get better.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mary Fuentes

Mary Fuentes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mason, OH


Hello, my name is Mary! I am a licensed therapist that specializes in trauma, grief and loss. I am EMDR trained; and offer EMDR sessions as well as EMDR intensive where we design an individualized program to fit your specific needs. I also offer KAP and have seen amazing results! I have been working with clients and families for over 25 years and feel I bring a seasoned, open outlook into the therapeutic setting. One of my all-time favorites is “We delight in the beauty of the butterfly but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” ― Maya Angelou. Remember this as you walk thru your journey!

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carly Schmelzer

Carly Schmelzer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Columbus, OH


Carly is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner committed to providing evidence-based practice and trauma-informed care. She started her career volunteering at a psychiatric hospital while studying psychology in undergrad. She then worked in short term residential care settings and moved to the inpatient psychiatric setting upon gaining her nurse license. She enjoys connecting with patients and meeting them wherever they are on their healing journey. She attended Ohio University and The Ohio State University.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julie Hemmerich

Julie Hemmerich

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Using an eclectic approach that emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) I seek to provide individualized treatment to evoke change by meeting clients where they are and guiding them to an attainable goal.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nadene Chambers

Nadene Chambers

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“I meet people where they are in their current growth cycle with psychotherapy. I use a variety of treatment approaches to help you take care of yourself mentally and emotionally.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Ohio

Number of therapists serving Ohio
There are over 607 therapists in Ohio accepting new patients.
607+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 56%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 86%Online only
  • 14%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 26%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
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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