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LGBT therapists in Pennsylvania

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Pennsylvania

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals across Pennsylvania with 782 affirming, open-minded therapists who provide culturally competent mental health support. Access therapy sessions virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling, free consultations, and average savings of 75% through insurance coverage.

Amber Karom

Amber Karom

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“You are unique and have individual needs and goals. Although you may need some extra support, you are an expert in your own life, and you deserve a therapist who will see you, hear you, and help you to celebrate just how important and strong you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angelique Zaks

Angelique Zaks

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hi there! My name is Angelique. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor, working with clients virtually in the State of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. More importantly, I am a fiercely dedicated advocate for your healing. My formal training and background in substance use treatment spaces have led to an expertise of with individuals in recovery from alcohol or substance use, and addictive behaviors (gambling, shopping, relationships, etc). I also specialize in working with women who are looking to achieve goals of self improvement, navigate difficult life transitions, relationship or family strain, and questions of identity along the way. Wherever you're starting from, I will support you, celebrate your wins, and work hard to get you to where you need to go.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emily Bonawitz

Emily Bonawitz

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to offer you a sanctuary—a place where your story is met with radical empathy instead of critique.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ebony Wright

Ebony Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I utilize solution-focused, person-centered, and reality therapy to show you have control of how you think and behave.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shawn Lowry

Shawn Lowry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Media, PA


“I am a person-centered therapist that strives to help the client find their own solutions to all situations that they may be going through at any given time.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Beau Young

Beau Young

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I most enjoy working with teens and young adults as they navigate life transitions, manage stress, and help them learn to balance relationships, hobbies, and career.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lois Pearo

Lois Pearo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has worked with a diversity of clients. I am here to listen, validate, challenge, support and work with you on your therapeutic goals.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nakia Anderson

Nakia Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Therapy is not rushed. We focus on understanding long-standing patterns, protective strategies, and internal conflicts.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marci Sturgeon-Rusiewicz

Marci Sturgeon-Rusiewicz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oakmont, PA


“A client might expect to start feeling change within, simply from being able to express themself to another human being in a safe space.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Molly Gorzelsky

Molly Gorzelsky

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I bring warmth, authenticity, and compassion to my work. I believe therapy is most effective when it feels like a genuine human connection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Kate Meade

Dr. Kate Meade

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work collaboratively with my clients to create this space and foster growth through warmth, humor, vulnerability, authenticity, and the relationship we build together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Geoffrey Gadow

Geoffrey Gadow

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is grounded in the idea that each individual possesses the inherent capacity for healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marina Che

Marina Che

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Welcome. I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience providing high-quality, evidence-based care in outpatient settings. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, and complex life transitions.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Anthony Perillo

Anthony Perillo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work with clients navigating anxiety and depression, as well as athletes and performers seeking a competitive edge through mental skills training.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Christopher Kempski

Christopher Kempski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“As a doctoral trained therapist in alternative therapies, I incorporate the philosophy of the mind and body perspective in my practice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 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
Dr. Sean O'Dell

Dr. Sean O'Dell

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hi there! I'm Dr. Sean. I help people break out of vicious cycles and build a life they love to live.

I work with individuals from birth to age 30, and their families. My specialty is treating ADHD and other complex issues for which help is often hard to find.

In addition to my doctoral training, I completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Geisinger in pediatric psychology (2014). I am a licensed psychologist in PA and NY.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicole Thompson

Nicole Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hi, I’m Nicole, a licensed clinical social worker offering telehealth therapy to adults in AZ, DE, IL, PA, TX, and VA through my practice, Bicoastal Counseling & Consultation. I have over a decade of experience working in mental health, schools, and nonprofit settings. I specialize in supporting adults dealing with anxiety, life transitions, burnout, and relationship challenges. My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in real-life experience.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lia Bigelow

Lia Bigelow

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My primary approach is to use a combination of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy to help clients identify distorted thinking patterns...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Shelby Keyworth

Shelby Keyworth

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I often use a person-centered approach with my clients, which includes active listening and mindfulness techniques.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rene Youssef

Rene Youssef

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm a professional yet laid back therapist. I have lived experience as well as academic expertise, so I am able to relate and empathize as a survivor and as a therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mitsouko Chatelain

Mitsouko Chatelain

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is trauma-informed and holistic, combining evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and Trauma-Focused CBT...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chris McCown

Chris McCown

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Through an emotion-focused, person-centered, and strengths-based approach, I help individuals navigate anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges with deeper insight and practical tools.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Substance use / addiction
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dina Graziano

Dina Graziano

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood and empowered to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Prader

Laura Prader

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am a trauma-informed therapist who is trained in Prolonged Exposure Therapy to treat PTSD symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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 10 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
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
Sarah Poplinski

Sarah Poplinski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Do you need Saturday hours? I am available most Saturday mornings to help you fit therapy into your busy life! I have 21 years of counseling experience with multiple populations.

All parts are welcome! Do you ever feel like you have different parts of yourself that are struggling with each other and preventing you from moving ahead? Deep down inside of us we have inherent wisdom it is only a matter of tapping into that wisdom as a resource for healing. I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and have been practicing since various clinical settings. My background includes training in addiction, EMDR, psychodrama, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I also integrate narrative therapy, art-based interventions, and Internal Family Systems in order to creatively integrate those parts of self that need attention and healing. True healing can accelerate in a relationship that is non-judgmental, accepting and warm and I seek to offer these aspects in my approach. You don’t have to carry the heavy burdens of your life alone- we can walk this road together!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Frontz

Elizabeth Frontz

Therapist

Virtual • Penfield, PA


“I am a very warm and empathetic person. I help individuals, children, adults, and couples who struggle with life issues, depression, and anxiety as well as with relaionship issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jesse Geguzis

Jesse Geguzis

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


As an EMDR-trained licensed clinical social worker, I work alongside clients to encourage vulnerability and build resiliency. I hold a double master's degree in social work and human sexuality, a trauma certificate, and Beck CBT certification. I work with individual adults and within relationships, using a healthy dose of humor and sensitivity.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renee Ludwig

Renee Ludwig

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have a very strong background in addictions counseling and helping clients with recovery from substances and behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lauren Dicair

Lauren Dicair

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Are you navigating grief, chronic illness or a rare disease, or a major life transition? Maybe you grew up in a family impacted by addiction, conflict, or instability, and want to explore how those experiences are showing up in your life today. These experiences can shape your boundaries, self-worth, and sense of responsibility for others—often influencing relationships, personal growth, and even physical health. In therapy, we’ll explore how your past and present connect, process what you’ve been carrying, and begin to shift patterns that no longer serve you—so you can move forward with greater clarity and self-trust.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anjalea Noble

Anjalea Noble

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is help you access greater understanding of your authentic self and build the resiliency to create a life worth living.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Kye Gilliam

Kye Gilliam

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“You can expect focus, care, compassion, understanding, and being asked to challenge yourself in each session to think outside of the box.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dawn LaRock-Sharrer

Dawn LaRock-Sharrer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is warm, down to earth, person-centered, and solution-focused, with a strong emphasis on building a trusting therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley-Lauren Smith

Ashley-Lauren Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I focus on more than just the singular problem that you come to me with as there could be other influencing factors that are contributing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Suarez

Jennifer Suarez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I have over 10 years of experience in a wide variety of clinical settings since obtaining my Master's degree and becoming a licensed clinician. I use a client centered approach that draws from my training in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, exposure and response prevention, and a trauma-informed approach. I have worked with people struggling with addictions, a wide variety of anxiety related difficulties, ADHD, depression, and some bodily focused repetitive behaviors. I also have experience working with couples to address relationship needs.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Schroeder

Cynthia Schroeder

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“For more than 25 years, I have had the privilege of walking alongside adults as they navigate some of life's most challenging and vulnerable moments.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Pennsylvania

Number of therapists serving Pennsylvania
There are over 778 therapists in Pennsylvania accepting new patients.
778+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%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
  • 71%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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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%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
  • 7%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%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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