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LGBT therapists in Newtown Square, PA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Newtown Square, PA

Newtown Square's LGBTQIA community deserves mental health care from providers who truly understand and affirm your identity. Headway provides access to 755 empowering providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with sessions starting at $0 when using insurance.

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
Joshua Williams

Joshua Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My work is grounded in intersectional liberation, honoring how culture, identity, and power shape healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kirk Shepard

Kirk Shepard

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in identity development and the impacts of trauma. I work well with with queer folks, in addition to politically engaged gen z and millennials who are grappling with meaning and purpose in the midst of a chaotic climate.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 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 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
Tierra Thorne

Tierra Thorne

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My work is rooted in helping individuals feel seen, supported, and empowered while navigating life transitions, stress, trauma, relationships, burnout, identity, and overall emotional wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay Siron

Lindsay Siron

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work with the LGBTQ+ community as well as individuals with trauma (including complex trauma and religious trauma), eating disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and relationship challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Bennett

Christine Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I have a M.S. Mental Health Counseling graduate degree with a specialization in Substance Abuse Disorder, a M.A. Psychology graduate degree and an undergraduate B.A. Psychology degree.

I have worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, detox and rehab facilities, outpatient PCP and IOP mental health and individual private practice. I have worked with a range of different clients from many different backgrounds and ages (children, preteen, teen, adult and elderly).

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christopher Messina

Christopher Messina

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Therapy isn't about changing who you are—it's about helping you gain clarity, build resilience, and develop tools to navigate life's ups and downs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
April Taylor

April Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is collaborative, supportive, and client-centered, and I focus on creating a safe space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mary Jo Hanley

Mary Jo Hanley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Elizabethtown, PA


“I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I graduated from University of Pennsylvania in 2011.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Pamela Sykes

Pamela Sykes

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is warm, respectful, and down-to-earth, and I aim to create a space where you feel genuinely heard and supported as you move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Emily Mertz-Tomlinson

Emily Mertz-Tomlinson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in treating children and families who have experienced traumatic life situations, such as those with histories of domestic violence, and individuals with past abuse or neglect which may impacting their functioning.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Chelsea Lightbourn

Chelsea Lightbourn

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“I am a very humorous, yet solution-focused person/clinician that believes that there is a way to live this life not alone, and not in fear of all the obstacles we face as people.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jessica De Leon

Dr. Jessica De Leon

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal in therapy is to create a space where clients feel heard, seen, and safe, allowing them to build a therapeutic relationship and collaborate on identifying reasons for specific behaviors/beliefs, and work towards healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Teresa Orsini

Teresa Orsini

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe in the healing potential of each of us. I offer warmth, acceptance, non judgement and caring to my clients...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeffrey Ahlberg

Jeffrey Ahlberg

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Clients my training and background would most benefit are those experiencing difficulty in their relationships with their children, parents, spouses, co-workers or other significant people in their lives; those whose anxiety or depression is holding them back, and those who are willing to work to reach their true potential.


I earned my MSW from the University of Illinois at Chicago concentrating in mental health and have helped people in complicated and difficult situations ever since.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Carrita

Nicole Carrita

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to help clients develop effective coping strategies, enhance emotional regulation, and foster personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Allison Ann Lyavdansky

Allison Ann Lyavdansky

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I want to help you to be the best version of yourself. My goal is for you to leave our meetings feeling better than when you arrived; clearer, calmer, and more empowered to achieve YOUR goals!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Joseph Mack

Joseph Mack

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have been working in human services for over 28 years and will bring that experience to join you in your journey toward overall wellness and health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michael Balsan

Michael Balsan

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My training includes AEDP, which is a trauma therapy approach focusing on helping you understand and work with your nervous system so you can be in the driver's seat of your body and mind.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Todd Bowser

Todd Bowser

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to create a supportive, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Allie Herman

Allie Herman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe therapy should feel like an actual partnership. Together, I want to explore with you the challenges you're facing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aaron Dougherty

Aaron Dougherty

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is integrative, meaning I tailor therapy to you rather than using a one-size-fits-all model.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Boetger

John Boetger

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm an LGBTQIA+-affirming LCSW who specializes in gender identity, gender dysphoria, transgender support, men's mental health, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Munirah Alam

Munirah Alam

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am an experienced therapist, supervisor, instructor, and group facilitator in various settings, including teaching Graduate level courses on Transforming Addictions and Multicultural and Diversity Issues in Counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sophia Varnell

Sophia Varnell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“You are the architect of your life and with humor, creativity, and participation together we can create the key that unlocks the many doors that lead to you discovering your empowered and affirmed Self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lis Cristina Santamaria Garcia

Lis Cristina Santamaria Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I draw on strength-based strategies to support your growth, transference-focused frameworks to understand your relationship with yourself & others, mindfulness to build resilience and acceptance, systemic to ensure we understand your truth; CBT to...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Colynn Ohen

Colynn Ohen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am direct and straightforward in my communication, ensuring clarity about diagnosis, treatment options, and next steps.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Donovan

Melissa Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Working with me is collaborative, supportive, and action-oriented. I won't just sit back and listen—I'll actively work with you to identify what's keeping you stuck and help you build practical, effective strategies to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Roderick(Roe) Thomas

Roderick(Roe) Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“As someone who has lived experience as a Black trans nonbinary polyamorous person I have had to navigate this and more on my life journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 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 11 insurance carriers
Stephanie DiRaimondo

Stephanie DiRaimondo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I aim to help my clients build a strong and healthy mindset, and teach coping skills that will benefit them long-term.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cara Melton

Cara Melton

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have developed a passion for working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and autism, helping them navigate challenges while recognizing and building upon their unique strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Stacy Shuchter-Gomez

Stacy Shuchter-Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, lonely, or uncertain? You don't have to face life's challenges on your own. I provide a supportive, compassionate space where we can work together to help you better understand your experiences, develop effective coping strategies, and move toward greater balance and well-being.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, work-related stress, identity exploration, health challenges, family conflict, or relationship concerns, I offer an empathetic, inclusive approach tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll address challenges in your relationships—with partners, spouses, family members, friends, or colleagues—as well as the demands of caregiving for children, loved ones, or aging parents.

I welcome individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds, including clients of all genders, ethnicities, races, and LGBTQ+ identities.

All therapy sessions are offered virtually, providing convenient, confidential care from the comfort of your own home.

You deserve a place where you feel heard, understood, and supported. If you're ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can work toward healing, growth, and a more fulfilling life.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Morgan McGregor

Morgan McGregor

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal for the first session is to build a genuine connection with each client and provide space for them to share what has brought them to therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Audra Tolbert-Martin

Audra Tolbert-Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Newtown Square, PA


“I provide a warm, caring, curious and compassionate space to explore your life so that you may live more consciously in abundance and choice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Roger Osmun

Dr. Roger Osmun

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that therapy should be solution-focused and that clients respond best when they are appropriately challenged so that they can break maladaptive cycles and subsequently make progress toward their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Brillon

Dr. Elizabeth Brillon

Therapist

Virtual • Mechanicsburg, PA


“My approach to therapy is a collaborative partnership that is based on authenticity, safety, and affirming strength-based empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Newtown Square, PA
There are over 22 therapists in Newtown Square, PA accepting new patients.
22+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 95%Anxiety
  • 91%Stress management
  • 91%Relationship issues
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 77%Cigna
  • 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 73%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 68%Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 5%Portuguese
  • 5%Spanish
  • 5%Turkish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 5%Non-binary
License types
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  • 32%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 27%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 23%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 14%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 95%Individual therapy
  • 23%Family therapy
  • 9%Couples therapy
  • 5%Child or adolescent therapy

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