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LGBT therapists in South Carolina

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in South Carolina

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals across South Carolina with 395 licensed, affirming providers who offer compassionate, open-minded care. Access talk therapy and medication management virtually or in-person, with sessions potentially as low as $0 through insurance coverage.

Cindy Watson

Cindy Watson

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I take great pride in listening without judgment. My therapy approach is based on the needs of the client.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandie Chaney

Brandie Chaney

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Brandie utilizes a relational approach which focuses on the role relationships play in shaping our daily experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bradley Crain

Bradley Crain

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


I have been practicing since 2019. I graduated with my Master's in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in 2019. I am currently completing my Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision at the University of South Caroline. I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety and depression, grief, and those in the LGBTQIA community.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alessandra Smith

Alessandra Smith

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


I have been practicing for over 17 years providing Individual and family therapy. My focus is to facilitate strategies and interventions that will bring you hope and transformation.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Deirdre Arato

Deirdre Arato

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


My journey began as a deeply personal quest for healing, shaped by significant challenges such as abandonment, neglect, and trauma. Overcoming hardships like poverty, familial substance abuse, and toxic relationships led me to a lifelong struggle with anxiety and feelings of isolation. In my search for relief, I explored countless self-help resources, pursued degrees in psychology, and experimented with therapeutic techniques, yet nothing seemed to offer lasting change.

Everything shifted for me about three years ago when I experienced a transformative moment that inspired the creation of the Blue Lotus Approach. This method has not only helped me heal but has also profoundly impacted my clients, guiding them toward self-awareness and resilience.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brynton Lett

Dr. Brynton Lett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenville, SC


“I believe that the client is the expert on their own life. I approach counseling as a guide and co-pilot on your journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candice Thompson

Candice Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Charleston, SC


La vida se mueve en olas. Life moves in waves. I started Olas Therapy because I am passionate about supporting children, teens, adults, and families in navigating trauma, big emotions, and identity exploration with a holistic and personalized approach- helping clients ride life’s waves with resilience and connection. I provide services in Spanish and English, and I love working with kids of all ages. I am particularly interested in supporting caregivers in navigating parental challenges to foster a healthy parent-child relationship and promoting healthy sexuality across the lifespan.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kate Kleinfelter

Dr. Kate Kleinfelter

Psychologist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My primary focus is to build a trusting relationship, so that you feel safe enough to discuss information that may be difficult for you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keba Richmond Green

Keba Richmond Green

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is to empower clients to achieve emotional resilience, mental clarity, and overall well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristina Kearns

Kristina Kearns

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I strive to create a comfortable environment where you feel safe to be your true self. I'm here as a trusted partner that you can confide in, but also who will challenge you and help you grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gregory Schenkel

Gregory Schenkel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hilton Head Island, SC


“My client's interests govern my approach to therapy, since everyone's uniqueness deserves my highest respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Trish Rodriguez

Trish Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I work with adolescents and adults across Texas, South Carolina, and Virginia who are navigating anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ+ identity concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ambrosia Spaulding

Ambrosia Spaulding

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach to therapy is rooted in creating a trusting and collaborative space where clients feel supported and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jedediah Wilson

Jedediah Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach is simple: no stuffy therapy sessions or rigid protocols - just genuine, relaxed conversations that help you confront the issues that are holding you back.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Hannah Simmons

Hannah Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I'm passionate about helping people-pleasers overcome cycles of ignoring their own needs and create healthier habits.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Bentley Oliver

Bentley Oliver

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I consider myself a very direct therapist, I will not ask "how does that make you feel" for years as then I would need therapy!”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Travis Sutton

Travis Sutton

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach combines evidence-based CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) alongside specialized Virtual Reality (CBT-VR), providing a warm, collaborative style.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ryan Phillips

Ryan Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Diane Hilleary

Diane Hilleary

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My style is warm, grounded, compassionate, and depth-oriented. With more than 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I offer holistic psychotherapy that blends traditional talk therapy with Internal Family Systems, Mindful Self-Compassion,...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeni Palmer

Jeni Palmer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • North Charleston, SC


“I believe that periods of stress, anxiety, depression, and transition can also become opportunities for growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristi Willis

Kristi Willis

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe that people who come to therapy are the bravest people and will make their lives and the world a better place.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Corey Foreman

Corey Foreman

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am a warm, encouraging, and deeply committed Licensed Professional Counselor with more than twenty years of mental health clinical experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Steve A Johnson

Dr. Steve A Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I have dedicated my life as a therapist to helping individuals live the life they desire based on the values important to them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cassie Carroll

Cassie Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Hi! My name is Cassie. I am a licensed clinical social worker in both GA and SC. I am devoted to helping individuals grow and overcome their obstacles in life. I have worked with clients from all walks of life. I am able to work with anyone.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Paula Hill

Paula Hill

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


I help to create a safe, collaborative space where you will feel seen, not judged. Our relationship is one where you can let your guard down and show up as your full self. It is my goal to use a warm and compassionate relationship to walk alongside you, offering reflection, compassion, and challenge when needed to help you reach your goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renete Washington

Renete Washington

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Refined Beginnings Counseling takes the focus off of issues and highlights solutions. Refined Beginnings Counseling LLC supports an environment that is least restrictive, provides for confidentiality, and convenience by offering tele-mental health services in Florida and both tele-mental health and office visits to clients in Georgia.

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

Jordan Kennington

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenville, SC


“I view you the client as the expert on your life and believe you have all the tools you need to make change and accomplish your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Mounts

Joseph Mounts

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach focuses on empowering clients through self-discovery and helping them build practical skills to navigate challenges and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Miller

Samantha Miller

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


My name is Samantha Miller, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a background in Art Therapy. My passion is to create a safe, judgment-free space where clients can explore their experiences and move toward overall wellness using their own unique strengths.

While I draw from a variety of evidence-based practices, I believe that therapy should be as individual as the person receiving it. I tailor my approach to meet each client’s specific needs, with experience in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brooklyn Sears-Harness

Brooklyn Sears-Harness

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Columbia, SC


Therapy is meant to be a place where anyone can feel safe and understood. With all of the major stressors that kids are facing in this current age, it can be a game-changer for a child to have a place where they feel accepted and supported. I became a therapist not to pathologize or diagnose children, but to become another safe adult in their support system who guides them to their goals and cheers them on from the sidelines. I specialize in helping children and teens ages 3–17 navigate through emotional challenges, stressful life transitions, and difficult developmental experiences through play therapy and a warm, supportive environment.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Steve Ponce

Steve Ponce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Mill, SC


“Steve seeks to affirm the uniqueness of each individual and to help clients realize their inner strengths and goodness in order to flourish.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Courtney Williams

Courtney Williams

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Hiii 👋🏽 I’m Courtney, your community LPC and Doula. I take a grassroots approach to helping people create safe spaces to learn how to feel safe within themselves. Life be lifing for us all, and pressures, -isms, relationships, and survival skills can pull us away from our birthright of joy, peace, and authenticity. I support clients navigating self-harm, anxiety, PTSD, grief, anger management, adjustment concerns, pregnancy and birth experiences, and family planning.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
John Henson

John Henson

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“As a board certified psychotherapist, I have nearly 30 years of clinical experience treating adults with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and substance use disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Walker

Jennifer Walker

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Hi! My name is Jenn Walker, LPC-S/C, CCTP, (she/her) and I am a Telehealth therapist in the states of NC, SC, and FL. I am extremely open minded and have extensive training and experience in trauma, anxiety, and in working with persons with C-PTSD.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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

Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“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
Hollie Capers

Hollie Capers

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach is thoughtful and collaborative, and I strive to create a space where people feel safe enough to explore, grow, and heal at their own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Bishop

Stephanie Bishop

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I practice from a neurobiological and developmentally informed approach to help individuals gain a deeper understanding of themselves, work through traumatic experiences...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Hickman

Dr. Elizabeth Hickman

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is to provide a supportive environment where clients feel empowered to create meaningful and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Linda Wickens

Dr. Linda Wickens

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


Hi, I’m Dr. Linda Wickens, a doctoral-level therapist and coach who works with individuals navigating stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and patterns that keep them feeling stuck while preventing forward movement and growth. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or frustrated that change feels harder than it should.

Therapy and coaching with me are never one-size-fits-all. We work collaboratively to create a plan that is specific to you, your goals, and your capacity, adjusting pace and structure as your needs evolve. I focus on helping clients understand their patterns, build emotional awareness, and develop practical skills they can actually use in daily life.

I hold a Doctorate in Social Work and am a fully licensed clinical social worker, with over nine years of experience in the mental health field. My work integrates evidence-based therapy with a coaching-informed lens when appropriate, allowing sessions to be both supportive and goal-oriented while still making space to explore the past and its impact on the present.

Clients often describe my style as warm, direct, and collaborative. As part of my concierge model, clients work directly with me rather than an assistant, and I remain accessible to my clients outside of sessions through secure communication when needed. I believe growth happens through understanding, compassion, and honest conversation, and that progress is most sustainable when care feels personal, intentional, and consistent.

Please Note: I do not provide couples or marriage counseling. I do not treat adolescents under the age of 21. Additionally, I am not able to treat clients who are experiencing active suicidal ideation or self-harm behaviors. If these services are needed, I encourage seeking a provider who specializes in these areas or contacting appropriate crisis resources if immediate support is required.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Leah Tolan

Leah Tolan

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My background in crisis response, victim advocacy, and trauma-focused counseling helps me meet you with compassion and care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in South Carolina

Number of therapists serving South Carolina
There are over 382 therapists in South Carolina accepting new patients.
382+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 45%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 44%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 85%Woman
  • 15%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 59%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 28%Licensed independent social worker–clinical practice
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 1%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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