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LGBT therapists in Salem, OR

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Salem, OR

Seeking LGBTQIA+-affirming mental health support in Salem? Headway offers free consultations with empowering providers available as soon as tomorrow. Our network supports talk therapy and medication management to help you thrive authentically.

Katherine Cooper

Katherine Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My style is practical, collaborative, and grounded in helping you understand both your thoughts and your nervous system.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shane Summers

Shane Summers

Therapist

Virtual • Portland, OR


“I believe people are more than their symptoms or diagnosis, and therapy should help you understand yourself better while also building realistic ways to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ene Isidahomen

Ene Isidahomen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lake Oswego, OR


"Your Mental Health Matters—And You Don’t Have to Navigate It Alone."

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, or other mental health challenges? Reaching out for support can be an important first step toward feeling like yourself again.

I’m currently offering a FREE 15-minute consultation to discuss your concerns, answer questions, and explore how I may be able to support your mental wellness journey.

Hello! My name is Ene (pronounced “N/A”). I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 21 years of diverse nursing experience, including work in acute psychiatric care, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP).

My approach to mental health care is compassionate, evidence-based, and individualized. I believe in treating the whole person—not simply a diagnosis. My practice emphasizes holistic wellness, cultural sensitivity, collaboration, and patient-centered care, with the goal of creating a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard and respected.

I support individuals navigating concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress, mood changes, and other mental health challenges while working collaboratively to develop treatment plans that reflect each person's individual needs and goals.

Taking care of your mental health is a meaningful investment in yourself. You don't have to figure everything out on your own.

Ready to get started? Book your FREE 15-minute consultation today.

I look forward to connecting with you and supporting you on your journey toward improved mental wellness.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emi Jean Sakamoto Sanderson

Emi Jean Sakamoto Sanderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Beaverton, OR


“I don't view my clients as impaired or ill, but as a human being with overwhelming challenges that is reaching out for help.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Timothy Lafolette

Timothy Lafolette

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Portland, OR


I enjoy helping clients to identify and head toward their goals. I've been in practice for 13 years, and worked with a diverse set of clients in a federally qualified health clinic. I believe in the power of individual work, alongside being involved in relationships to bring about the greatest healing and fulfillment in life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Harold Thomas

Harold Thomas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Portland, OR


“My therapy approach is collaborative and strengths-based, blending Solution-Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Atalla

Jessica Atalla

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Portland, OR


I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where it feels safe to lay all your cards out on the table without fear of being judged. Our lives can sometimes be brutal, or exceedingly beautiful, and everything in between. I'm here for all of it. I find that I work particularly well with people who are struggling with major life transitions, grief, and managing chronic conditions.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katja Biesanz

Katja Biesanz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Portland, OR


“I combine my Masters in Counseling/ Emphasis in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute and training in EMDR, with my background as a dancer and Qigong instructor, to address each client's issues as the individual that they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emma Schutte

Emma Schutte

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be completely yourself without worrying about saying the right thing or having everything figured out.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chantal Miniet

Chantal Miniet

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I view counseling as a journey of facilitated self-exploration to increase the level of self-awareness and understanding that helps the individual better navigate the challenges they are facing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chinasa Oriaku

Chinasa Oriaku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I believe that mental health care should be empowering, personalized, and rooted in evidence-based treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Diane Hopkins

Diane Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My goal as a therapist is to create a safe, warm, and non-judgmental space where you feel completely free to bring the things you can't share with anyone else.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Annie DeMotta

Annie DeMotta

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I have professional and lived-experience with disenfranchised grief, and it's a great honor for me to walk alongside people who are living with grief...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Lysaght

Michael Lysaght

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I specialize in treating LGBT concerns (individual and relationship), and augment my practice with specialized training in transgender care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lloyd Winkler

Lloyd Winkler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I provide medication management with supportive psychotherapy to help you take meaningful steps toward a life aligned with your values and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julie Mannon

Julie Mannon

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I will assist you in utilizing mindfulness techniques to gain insight and awareness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ami Kernan

Ami Kernan

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


Welcome! I'm Ami.

I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in private practice and I'm glad you found your way here. Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, so take a moment to read about me and how I work. If anything resonates, I'd love to connect for a free consultation to explore whether I might be a good fit for what you're looking for.

What I offer:

I provide individual therapy for people who want to move through life's with greater ease, clarity, and fulfillment. My approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and a deep respect for your unique experiences and identities.

I identify as Queer and Asian-American, and many of my clients share these identities. If you're queer, trans, gender expansive, neurodivergent, or in some way navigating a life between cultures, I'd love to offer you a space to explore your experience and how you want to show up in the world.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Brum

Laura Brum

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I believe in a collaborative approach, integrating evidence-based practices tailored to your individual needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Amanda Decker

Amanda Decker

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I'm a kind, steady therapist who helps people untangle relationship stress, identity questions, self-esteem challenges, and patterns that keep them feeling stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maurice Ajaifia

Maurice Ajaifia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


Navigating your mental health journey is a brave step, and I'm here to meet you where you are. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe your story is unique and deserves to be heard. My approach is rooted in empathy, kindness, and cultural sensitivity.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Robin Fox

Dr. Robin Fox

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


With decades of experience as a nurse practitioner and over 15 years specializing in mental health, I am committed to understanding each patient's unique story and life experiences. I have a special interest in resiliency and thriving after trauma. I am dedicated to supporting you as you determine the path and pace that best suits your needs.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tasha Oladipo

Tasha Oladipo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“My goal is to meet you at the point of your need. I am an active listener, I strive to understand your concerns, provide clarification, and answers to your questions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kalene Krause

Kalene Krause

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I am a direct, but compassionate therapist who aims to forge a therapeutic relationship built on trust and understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Craig Parton

Craig Parton

Therapist

Virtual • Salem, OR


“You can expect me to be kind, clear and honest in my approach. I will ask a lot of questions to help you examine your underlying beliefs...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tenishia Santiago

Tenishia Santiago

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Medford, OR


“Tenishia is a retired Navy Veteran, Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, that specializes in attention difficulties, mood challenges, anxiety, psychosis, personality disorders, sleep, OCD, military issues, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Megan Blacksmith

Megan Blacksmith

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I've been working with people who identify as LGBTQIA+ for over 4 years, and I bring genuine affirmation to that work — not just tolerance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Strickland

Megan Strickland

Therapist

Virtual • Beaverton, OR


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in compassion. I see therapy as a space to explore your experiences, strengthen self-understanding, and develop tools to live in alignment with your values.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Courtney Greif

Courtney Greif

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


I have been working as a therapist to help clients find healing and gain understanding in themselves since 2016.

I hold a Body Acceptance Group for Women where clients work towards overcoming body shame, learn to nourish and heal their relationship with their body, and start living an empowered life.

Other areas of focus in my work are on adult family relationships, trauma, healing from sexual assault or abuse, and anxiety.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Davis

Sara Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can be their authentic self while feeling heard and seen.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Lindsay Kittredge

Dr. Lindsay Kittredge

Psychologist

Virtual • Oregon


“My approach is both practical and in-depth that help you feel more in control, confident & connected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ayla Perez

Ayla Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and grounded in the belief that healing is not about fixing what is broken, but remembering what has always been there.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicole Calvino

Nicole Calvino

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My communication style is warm and direct. I will try to call your attention to the discrepancy between your goals and your behaviors and help you figure out how to remove obstacles.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vincent Dimone

Vincent Dimone

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I create an environment where we start with a Lifestyle Assessment to help understand where you are, where you may want to focus and work on.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jessica Adams

Jessica Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“From our very first session to our last, my client's can expect genuineness, non-judgement and unconditional positive regard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Courtney Baczko

Courtney Baczko

Therapist

Virtual • Portland, OR


“I believe that the most important step in finding success in therapy is connecting with someone who understands you and can hear your perspective and respectfully challenge your thought process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghan Campbell

Meghan Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I use Cognitive Behavioral and Mindfulness approaches to help clients identify their most important goals so they can improve the quality of their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kailey Krupar

Kailey Krupar

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I work with women who are navigating identity, emotional overwhelm, chronic health challenges, and the quiet weight that comes with holding too much for too long.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Danielle Guillen

Danielle Guillen

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“In your first session you will get an overview of what to expect which hopefully will allay fears about how to do therapy "right".”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Steven Bowen

Steven Bowen

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I begin by helping you with the top stressors that are disrupting your life by using a solution-focused approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nathan Goins

Dr. Nathan Goins

Psychologist

Virtual • Oregon


“Ultimately, I want my clients to see themselves as strong, capable people who can maintain their well-being and continue to grow both in and out of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Salem, OR

Number of therapists serving Salem, OR
There are over 449 therapists in Salem, OR accepting new patients.
449+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 90%Trauma
  • 88%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 95%Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 88%Cigna
  • 49%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 1%Swahili
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 25%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Nurse Practitioner
  • 10%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

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