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LGBT therapists in Erie, PA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Erie, PA

Finding an LGBTQIA-affirming therapist in Erie is easier with Headway's extensive network of warm, inquisitive providers trained in supportive care. Sessions are covered by insurance with an average savings of 75%, and many patients pay as low as $0 per session.

Marcella Krance

Marcella Krance

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, the impact of a medical diagnosis and parenting issues. I have worked with children and families in a medical setting for over 20 years. I have also worked closely with individuals and families who have been touched by cancer. I believe in treating everyone with compassion and respect. I believe you are the expert of your life. We are all unique and have our own strengths.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jacklyn Snyder

Jacklyn Snyder

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My path into this work began in clinical research, where I spent years focused on suicide prevention and learned how much a compassionate listener in a safe space can matter...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alecia Denillo

Alecia Denillo

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


“I meet you where you are—with warmth, curiosity, and respect—and I gently challenge you when it's helpful.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jesse Adams

Jesse Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have years of experience working with individuals and families dealing with substance and alcohol use disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My counseling style is warm, direct, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. K.D. Ferrari

Dr. K.D. Ferrari

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have over 25 years of experience in the behavioral health field and offer specialized services for personal development, and professional/corporate coaching and training, parent training, codependency, creating and enforcing boundaries, social and...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kenisha Sullivan

Kenisha Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe therapy is more than conversation; it's a journey toward confidence, clarity, and self-awareness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Jacob Nacheman

Dr. Jacob Nacheman

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am an integrative psychodynamic psychotherapist with a relational foundation; I recognize how societal expectations, role rigidity, and trauma can impact well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chibuike Enyinnia

Chibuike Enyinnia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work with all of my patients to achieve full recovery, improved quality of life, and improved relationships and joy by providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy for patients of all age group...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Eric Vogan

Eric Vogan

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


Hello! I'm so happy you stopped by! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have 13 years of experience in the mental health field and I have also recently completed doctoral training in clinical psychology. I specialize in psychodynamic therapy and have a great deal of experience in working with people with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship problems and concerns and personality concerns/disorders.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Megan Wolfe

Megan Wolfe

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I take a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, creating a supportive space where clients feel safe to explore and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Hari

Vanessa Hari

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Clients will learn skills to help better manage emotions and moods, tools for getting one's needs met, and improved emotional language.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Colby Schneider

Colby Schneider

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I use empathy, compassion, and unconditional positive regard to guide my practice while helping people understand themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammy Jamison

Tammy Jamison

Therapist

Virtual • Blue Bell, PA


“I use a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR to help you better understand yourself, build healthy coping skills, work through challenges, and make positive changes at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Colin Halko

Colin Halko

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hi! My name’s Colin and I’m a Philly-based therapist. I work with introverts and LGBTQ+ individuals experiencing problems within socializing. Whether you’re struggling with social anxiety, setting boundaries, loneliness, isolation, or depression, I’m here to help. I enjoy watching people grow and try out new techniques to improve their lives and relationships.

I've received my Master's degree from Temple University and have worked in the mental health field for 8 years in a variety of settings.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Wygant

Michelle Wygant

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am a licensed therapist with a Master’s degree in Community Counseling from Slippery Rock University and an Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree from Liberty University. With over 14 years of experience in outpatient therapy and more than 5 years of supervising counseling interns and master’s-level clinicians, I bring both clinical expertise and a strong commitment to supporting fellow professionals in the field.

I have received specialized training in grief treatment using current evidence-based approaches across the lifespan, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). My clinical experience spans a wide range of ages—from toddlers as young as 2 to individuals in their 80s—and I genuinely enjoy working with all age groups.

I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but I believe it’s a powerful and courageous first step toward healing. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered on your journey toward wellness.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Lynn Rosenthal

Dr. Lynn Rosenthal

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hi, my name is Dr. Lynn Rosenthal. I have many decades of experience helping people with issues presented. I have two Masters degrees and one doctorate in psychology. My experience varies assisting many with different issues within individual, couples, and marital counseling. I also provide clinical supervision and I am a Board Certified Executive Coach. I have afternoon and evening appointment available.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miriam Weinberg

Miriam Weinberg

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am a clinical psychologist who utilizes a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) framework to help individuals become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors contributing toward psychological struggles in their lives. I help clients gain more awareness of their internal experiences, such as thought and emotional patterns, so they can accept, change, and ease their experienced pain. Additionally, I help individuals explore their behaviors and relationships, so they can create life changes in line with their short and long term goals and values. I work with teenagers, adults, and families on strengthening their emotional regulation, adaptive problem solving, communication, and cognitive coping skills.


Over and above the specific type of therapy I use, there is a main principal that guides all of my therapeutic work, which is establishing a therapeutic relationship that is non-judgmental and collaborative. I make it a constant goal to have a better understanding of the complex nature of my clients and their surroundings, so that I can help each person through the prism of collaboration and humility. As a psychologist, I feel it is an immense privilege and honor to sit with an individual’s raw emotion and pain, and through therapy, I hope to slow down time and help clients build upon their strengths, continuously enhancing their multifaceted narrative that is life.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Shashai Thomas

Shashai Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to help clients feel heard supported and empowered while working toward stability improved functioning and better quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Debra Bennett

Debra Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


After decades in healthcare, including years in hospice and palliative care, I learned something that shapes everything about how I work: the most powerful thing I can offer is simply to be present. Not to fix, not to explain away, and not to pretend I fully understand what you are going through. But to stay with you in whatever you are carrying, without rushing, without judgment, for as long as it takes.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania. My years in hospice prepared me to hold space for people in the most difficult moments of their lives, and that experience is what I bring to therapy now. Whether you are managing a chronic illness, living with chronic pain, carrying trauma, grieving a loss, or burning out from caregiving, you do not have to make it more manageable for the people around you. You just have to show up.

One small note: I have a chronic pain condition myself, so you may see me reposition during our sessions. I mention it upfront so you can focus on yourself rather than wondering.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Glorianna Pionati

Dr. Glorianna Pionati

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am concerned about the well being of my patients. I let the patient let me know what the goals of therapy are as well as what challenges they are facing.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jackie Smith

Jackie Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“No two people experience life's challenges in the same way, so treatment should never be one-size-fits-all.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiyahna Miles-Hall

Tiyahna Miles-Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, negative thoughts, unhealthy relationships or the inability to say NO! Are you tired of feeling like nothing will change or your stuck in life because you don't know what to do to make it better? I focus on adults using CBT, REBT, Person Centered and Motivational interviewing to assist clients in learning more about themselves and their perspective on life. I have experience working with many different mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, stress, marital/relationship issues and career struggles to name a few.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Leah Sauls

Leah Sauls

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I gain rapport with my clients quickly. I am empathetic and I have been in the mental health field for over 10 years.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Di Salvo

Michael Di Salvo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“He/Him/His has over thirty years of experience. He as several specialty care areas in psychotherapy including but not limited to CBT, DBT, Trauma Focused, Grief, Psychodynamic Therapy, Positive Psychology.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Stacey Dillon

Stacey Dillon

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


“My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel like you're grabbing coffee with a friend...a friend who happens to be a licensed counselor with more than 10 years of experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Sally Dorpfeld

Sally Dorpfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I value the relationship with my clients, believing that such a relationship is the beacon in the healing process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Chuako

Jessica Chuako

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style and approach to counseling is supportive and empathetic, providing a safe and nonjudgmental environment while building a positive therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beth Caldwell

Beth Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in PA and MI. I believe in providing a non-judgmental space and personal connection to open up the opportunity for you to explore what's causing strain in your life: grief, anxiety, depression, past trauma, or other challenges. I offer practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction.

If you're feeling exhausted, anxious, weary, or down.. I believe there is a way to strengthen your sense of self, set realistic expectations and boundaries that value your needs, and bring yourself and your loved ones the best of you.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chris Walter

Chris Walter

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I became a therapist because I find people genuinely fascinating, specifically how we each experience ourselves, life, and reality, and how we approach living – our inner process. That curiosity has driven more than 20 years of clinical & spiritual work with adults navigating trauma, sexuality, spirituality, expanded states of consciousness, depression, anxiety, identity, grief, men's issues, and major life transitions. Currently, I run my private practice while also directing and teaching in a graduate Counseling Psychology program.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brian Mullan

Brian Mullan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I utilize a person-centered, collaborative approach to therapy that emphasizes your strengths and helps put you in control of your ongoing recovery.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alyssa Scheerbaum

Alyssa Scheerbaum

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in working with teens and young adults (14 through 40s) using cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing techniques...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ciani Young

Ciani Young

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I focus on providing practical tools for you to use in your daily life while also creating a compassionate space for healing and self-exploration.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Francisco Rivera

Francisco Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Drawing on evidence-based practices like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques, I aim to help you develop practical tools to manage challenges and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Ajani McMullen-Williams

Ajani McMullen-Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Adhering to a style of practicing that has the therapist meeting the client where they are, Ms. Williams, also includes culturally sensitive practices in her treatment style methods.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonnesha Kidd

Tonnesha Kidd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bensalem, PA


Hi, I’m a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from Drexel University with my Master's degree in Nursing. I then completed my Post-Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have over twenty years of experience working in healthcare. Psych has always been my passion. My experiences encompass working with clients across the life span, including Child and Adolescents, Adult, and Geriatric patient populations. I’ve provided services to clients presenting with many psychiatric disorders, such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and more. I’m in the belief that mental health wellbeing is a priority. Human beings are resilient. Holistic care is the key to promoting better patient outcomes. Therefore, I believe that with an evidence-based practice treatment plan consisting of psychotherapy and/or a combination of psychotherapy and medication management, one will be able to control their mental health.


I’m a very compassionate, caring, and empathetic person. I strive to provide holistic care and collaborate with my clients to develop a treatment plan that they are comfortable with.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Vlossak

Jessica Vlossak

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I help my clients feel empowered, safe, and enlightened as they learn more about themselves and how they can help themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Leydi Fonseca

Leydi Fonseca

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work with clients from a warm, welcoming, and compassionate place, making it a priority for each person to feel seen, accepted, and valued.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lorraine Dohrmann

Lorraine Dohrmann

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work to set an environment whereby you feel like you are sharing with a non-judgmental and caring Therapist who wants to help you in any way she can.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jill Verofsky

Jill Verofsky

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative process built upon a strong therapeutic alliance which allows the client to feel both supported and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Erie, PA

Number of therapists serving Erie, PA
There are over 794 therapists in Erie, PA accepting new patients.
794+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 78%Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania
  • 73%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 49%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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