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LGBT therapists in York, PA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in York, PA

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in York, Pennsylvania with affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences. Our network of 754 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions, with many accepting insurance to keep care affordable. Find a warm, open-minded therapist who gets you.

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
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 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Janet Hoy-Gerlach

Dr. Janet Hoy-Gerlach

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pittsburgh, PA


“I specialize in supporting veterinary and animal welfare professionals navigating burn out, compassion fatigue, moral injury, and occupational burnout; pet parents grieving losses; late-identified AuDHD women; and high achievers.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacie Searle

Stacie Searle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bethlehem, PA


I believe every individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals across the lifespan, serving clients from age 5 through older adulthood (100+). I work collaboratively with each client to build on their strengths, foster personal growth, and support meaningful, lasting change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jamie Landsman

Jamie Landsman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am attuned to differences in communication styles, sensory needs, processing speed & emotional expression, and I adapt my approach to meet each client where they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stuart Lynd

Stuart Lynd

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My therapeutic framework is person-centered, which allows for collaboration with everyone and adapts to your individualized needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jon Lauriello

Jon Lauriello

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have extensive experience with Trauma, Autism, ADHD, OCD, and LGBT issues including questioning sexuality and gender.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Blanton

Dr. Elizabeth Blanton

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe in meeting clients where they are in their healing journey—honoring their pace and experiences—as we work together to navigate some of the most vulnerable parts of their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Michael Zwizanski

Michael Zwizanski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in helping clients navigate major life transitions—such as becoming a parent, getting married or divorced, changing careers, or coping with health challenges and grief.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 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
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
Mindy Allen

Mindy Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is very tailored to each individual client. I take a gentle and validating solutions-focused approach...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Jean Drumm

Jean Drumm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bryn Mawr, PA


“My approach to therapy is one of compassion and belief that individuals are resilient, and have the potential to be truly content with themselves...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jasmine Patel

Dr. Jasmine Patel

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I worked with survivors of sexual and domestic abuse for over 4 years and I am trained in CBT-TF where trauma...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Brian Burman

Brian Burman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I strive to co-create a warm, open-minded, and person-centered space in my work with individuals and couples.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 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
Johnathan Ertwine

Johnathan Ertwine

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Yardley, PA


“Clients working with Johnathan Ertwine can expect a collaborative and empathetic therapeutic environment where they feel heard, understood, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in York, PA

Number of therapists serving York, PA
There are over 748 therapists in York, PA accepting new patients.
748+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania
  • 68%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%Russian
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 49%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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