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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Media, PA

Media residents seeking LGBTQIA-affirming mental health support can connect with 749 providers on Headway who bring empowering, solution-oriented care. Sessions available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering complimentary consultations to find the right fit for your needs.

Amy Risinger

Amy Risinger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Allentown, PA


“I'm passionate about creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment tailored to each individual's needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Cassandra Blum

Cassandra Blum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bethlehem, PA


“I believe in a direct, no-nonsense approach. I use an integrated approach to therapy, tailoring treatment to each person's unique needs, strengths, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stacie Searle

Stacie Searle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bethlehem, PA


I believe every person has the capacity to grow, heal, and create meaningful change in their life. Sometimes, we just need a safe place to slow down, feel understood, and find our way forward. My goal is to create that space—a place where you can be honest about what you’re experiencing without fear of judgment, and where you can feel supported as you begin to understand yourself in new ways.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals across the lifespan, from early childhood through older adulthood. I’ve had the privilege of working with clients from age 5 through 90, and I believe every stage of life brings its own challenges, strengths, and opportunities for growth.

I don’t believe therapy is about fixing what is “wrong” with you. It’s about understanding what you’ve been through, recognizing the strengths you already carry, and creating space for something different. I work collaboratively with each person I meet, tailoring our work to their needs, goals, and lived experience. My hope is that, together, we can help you feel more grounded, more connected to yourself, and more confident in your ability to navigate whatever comes next.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jonathan Asayag

Jonathan Asayag

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Easton, PA


“I believe that when safety is established, bravery follows, allowing for meaningful self-exploration and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachael Morgan

Rachael Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I bring 20+ years of experience and a genuine belief that every person has the capacity for change. I'm direct but compassionate — I'll be honest with you, and I'll always be in your corner. I don't believe in labeling people or fitting you into a box. You are a whole, complex human being, and that's how I'll treat you. I also have experience working with dually diagnosed individuals and those navigating substance use alongside other mental health challenges, so no matter what you're carrying, I've likely sat with someone in a similar place.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bob Pezzano

Bob Pezzano

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I try to be as direct as a person is able to tolerate but through years of practice am able to adjust to wherever a person is to help them get what they need out of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christine Fallon

Christine Fallon

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe in meeting an individual where they are with no judgement and improve on what he, she, they, or them wants to work towards.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Tam Cao

Tam Cao

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hello my name is Tam and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and move toward healing, stability, and personal growth. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard, understood, and supported without judgment.

My clinical approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I work collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths, explore patterns that may be holding them back, and develop practical tools for coping and change. I strive to create a safe, respectful space where clients feel comfortable being open and authentic.

I have experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and complex social stressors. My background in social work allows me to view each person holistically, considering emotional, psychological, social, and environmental factors that impact well-being.

Above all, I believe in meeting clients where they are and walking alongside them at their own pace. My goal is to empower clients to build insight, resilience, and confidence as they work toward a healthier and more fulfilling life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ashlyn Parks

Ashlyn Parks

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am also a certified kink and poly informed clinician, and work as a gender affirming and sex positive professional.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Terrance Martin

Terrance Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Clients will come to understand that I treat people with respect and hold a space for them to be who they are with being judgmental...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Olivia White

Olivia White

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe you have the ability to create the change you want for yourself, and I am here to help you uncover that potential.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Corinna Heindel

Corinna Heindel

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Above all, I strive to make therapy feel human rather than clinical, connecting with clients as people first.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Toni-Ann McErlean

Toni-Ann McErlean

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I take a very client-centered integrative approach due to everyone's development being influenced differently by individual characteristics and their environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jennifer Nissley

Jennifer Nissley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I have been working in the field of counseling since 2007. Specialties include: Teenagers and young adults with anxiety, depression, borderline personalities, and LGBTQ+. I enjoy the teenager population because they are the most overlooked. I received my LPC license in 2020 after working in the field for 13 years. On my down time I enjoy coaching soccer and reffing along with many other sports with my many kids.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ebony Poe

Ebony Poe

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


As your therapist, I create a space where you can slow down and reconnect with yourself. My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in belief that meaningful change begins within. Whether you’re managing anxiety, relationship challenges, identity shifts, or past experiences that still affect you, we move at your pace with practical tools and honest conversation.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Lya Redmond

Dr. Lya Redmond

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I would like to help individuals understand the benefits of treating the whole person (i.e., mind and body).”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Landrian

Wendy Landrian

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I take an Eclectic approach to treatment, using various methods to help individuals reduce stress, improve their relationships, and enrich their quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Amanda Collins

Amanda Collins

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am dedicated to creating a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marisa Gonzalez

Marisa Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Reading, PA


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I'll help you understand the patterns shaping your life while giving you practical tools to make meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
MacKenzie Miller

MacKenzie Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am passionate about empowering clients to overcome obstacles, develop coping strategies, and achieve personal growth in a supportive, client-centered environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dallas Knowlton

Dallas Knowlton

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Getting help should feel like something you can actually do. For a lot of families, insurance is the part that makes it feel impossible. I went into private practice specifically so I could take that off the table. I work primarily with children, adolescents, and families. The families I see are usually navigating something that is just hard: a kid who is struggling in school, a teenager who is shutting down, parents who are not sure how to reach them. Sometimes it is a big transition. Sometimes it is the slow buildup of stress that nobody quite had words for yet. I have been doing this for 17 years. Most of that time was spent in clinic settings, where I saw a lot of people and had to move fast. I learned a great deal in those environments. I also learned that real therapeutic progress requires time, consistency, and a relationship where the client actually feels known. That is what I am building in private practice. My approach is direct and warm. I am not interested in jargon. I want to understand what is actually going on and work with you on what will actually help. Sessions are fully telehealth, which means no commute, more scheduling flexibility, and care that fits into your actual life. I look forward to seeing if we are a good fit.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shikeena Lynard

Shikeena Lynard

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Who am I?

I am Shikeena Lynard-Greene MA, NCC, LPC- a counselor, educator, and founder of PACWELLNESS. Clients describe me as calm, encouraging, and very practical. I believe therapy should feel safe, structured, and useful.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sabrina Hailey

Sabrina Hailey

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“She has worked with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Beth Mcginley

Dr. Beth Mcginley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Using cognitive behavioral approaches, I help clients rethink how to react, reframe and reimagine their choices and relationships...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Gudknecht

Michele Gudknecht

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I view therapy as a partnership. We work together to set goals, explore challenges, and celebrate progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Hannah Wittman

Hannah Wittman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I provide professional counseling for children, adolecents, and adults using talk and art based approaches.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Phillip Barton

Phillip Barton

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am a professional and person who is confident that you can have more confidence and contentment. As a trained psychotherapist clinician with 9.5 years experience, I counsel adults with concerns ranging from depression and anxiety to conflict, religious abuse, and marital and identity issues. My education from Hood College with a includes a specialized focus in grief and bereavement counseling. I welcome clients of ALL cultures, belief systems, races, and backgrounds.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shana Bennett

Shana Bennett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Erie, PA


“I allow for client led therapy, where I meet my clients where they are at. I do not try to push them to go beyond their level of comfort, however, I am not judgmental at all.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kathleen Flanagan

Kathleen Flanagan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I blend a gentle, compassionate interpersonal style with factual psycho-education, an approach designed to help you effectively regulate your emotions and process the experiences that have shaped you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Katelyn Regan

Katelyn Regan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe it is important for all people to have access to a safe and non-judgmental space to discuss who they are, what they want out of life, and steps towards actualizing their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen English

Kristen English

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am a Pennsylvania-licensed psychologist with 23 years of counseling experience with adults of all ages, from late-adolescence and across the lifespan.

My practice focuses on helping individuals develop personally meaningful ways of navigating anxiety and depression, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD, time-of-life transitions, and identity development. These therapeutic partnerships often involve identity-affirming explorations of racial, ethnic, LGBTQIA, and neuro-diversity matters within clients’ lives.

Helping clients feels safe, regarded, and at ease... I work hard to understand what each individual needs from me to feel these things at the forefront of our relationship.

I feel really confident in my empathic attunement toward clients as I authentically connect with each individual. I prioritize creating a shared space of sincerity as clients begin telling me their stories.

And what an honor it is, helping clients share their narratives in a manner that highlights their courage and resilience, as well as their yearning and needs.

As we begin to explore and understand all of these things, we hone in on each client’s inner resources and external supports — identifying these things and figuring out how each individual client can feel most empowered in themselves.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Alecia Denillo

Alecia Denillo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


If you've spent a long time handling everything on your own, the idea of opening up in therapy can feel uncomfortable — maybe even a little vulnerable. You might be stuck in your head, second-guessing yourself, or repeating patterns you can't quite break no matter how hard you try. You don't need to have it all figured out before you reach out. You just need a willingness to start, and I'll meet you right there.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Cimino

Chelsea Cimino

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


When I began seeing a therapist, I realized just how much I needed an outlet to process hardships in my life and to feel genuinely heard, and this is exactly what I want to provide to clients who come to see me. As I have advanced in my own self-discovery and identity exploration, I have become interested in helping others in the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent (specifically autism and ADHD), and disability communities on their own journeys. I believe that having lived experience related to my specialties is a fundamental component to the care I can provide.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Najah Barton

Dr. Najah Barton

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who supports adults navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem challenges, and major life transitions. I’ve spent years helping high-responsibility people—veterans, professionals, caregivers—find clarity and steadiness again. My style is warm, direct, and deeply supportive. I believe you already carry the strength you need to heal, and my job is to help you access it with more ease and confidence.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Bell

Jessica Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Some people experience fear that holds them back. Others are so weighed down by the complexities of life that it feels like there is not enough energy to do anything. Over time, they shift further and further away from the person that they know they can be, but they feel like they’ve already tried everything and feel stuck. If you can resonate, the bravest thing you can do is reach out. We all have core beliefs that define how we see ourselves and the world. These beliefs have huge implications for our emotional, behavioral, and relational patterns. Some are positive and helpful, and others are fear-based and limiting.


I help people gain awareness of their limiting core beliefs so they can actively reframe them, if necessary, into more beneficial and realistic beliefs. Together, we can explore the internal and external factors that impact not only your beliefs, but the feelings, behaviors, and relationships associated with those beliefs.


I collaborate with individuals, couples, and families, and together, we work to accomplish the changes they desperately want to make. If you are ready for a change, know I will be right by your side as you reclaim joy, face your fears, and begin to feel at peace with yourself again (or maybe even for the first time).

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Burrows

Sarah Burrows

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Erie, PA


“As someone who is bi-ethnic and a dual national, I bring a broader, culturally informed perspective to my work.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elyse Schein

Elyse Schein

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have had experience working with adolescents; adults; couples; family and groups, on issues such as depression, self-esteem, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, and grief and loss.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Derek Petersen

Derek Petersen

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I’m a dedicated mental health professional with over 10 years of experience in the helping professions, driven by a deep passion for supporting people in creating meaningful, lasting change. I specialize in treating anxiety and related disorders through specialized modalities such as Exposure and Response Prevention therapy (ERP) as well as grief and loss, depression, and relationship and attachment issues.

I also have extensive experience working in addiction and behavioral health, supporting individuals through recovery with compassion, structure, and practical tools for sustainable progress. I also work with anxiety disorders and phobias, helping clients better understand their patterns and gradually overcome avoidance so they can live more freely.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nico Betancourt

Nico Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


During my undergraduate years, I studied political theory at Reed College. In 2021, I completed my master’s degree in Social Work at Bryn Mawr College. Since then, I have offered individual therapy in community mental health, university, and private practice settings.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Snyder

Stephanie Snyder

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“She believes that it is up to you to make positive changes in your life and that a lot of changes and progress can be made even if things seem hopeless.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Media, PA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Media, PA
There are over 20 therapists in Media, PA accepting new patients.
20+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Relationship issues
  • 95%Stress management
  • 90%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 95%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 90%Cigna
  • 85%Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Pennsylvania
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 5%Italian
  • 5%Turkish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 85%Woman
  • 10%Man
  • 5%Non-binary
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 25%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Licensed Psychologist
  • 10%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 25%Family therapy
  • 10%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 10%Couples therapy

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