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LGBT therapists in Sioux Falls, SD

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Sioux Falls, SD

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Sioux Falls with affirming mental health providers who understand gender and sexual identity. Our network of 24 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions, with many offering free consultations to help you find the right fit for your care.

Akishna Glasper-Williams

Akishna Glasper-Williams

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I have worked with clients across a wide range of concerns and with many different populations, including military service members and their families and the LGBTQIA+ community.”
“I have worked with clients across a wide range of concerns and with many different populations, including military service members and their families and the LGBTQIA+ community. I don't believe in stigmatizing labels, and I would rather understand what you are carrying than categorize it.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Bethany Morgan

Bethany Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBT-related issues, women specific issues, goal development, motivation, self esteem, and confidence.”
“I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBT-related issues, women specific issues, goal development, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Lensch

Carolyn Lensch

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


Hello, I'm Carolyn, and I'm here to help! I am here to assist with lifestyle, anxiety, and sleep-related issues, offering a personalized and non-judgmental approach to support your personal growth and overall well-being.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Daniel Caron

Daniel Caron

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I believe that people are capable of discovering their own solutions and it is my job to help them navigate that process.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rhonda Heath

Rhonda Heath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Dakota


“My approach to care is to meet you where you are. Ideally, you are ready for a holistic approach that focuses on supplements, therapy, TMS, and regular exercise.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Ian Charnley

Ian Charnley

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


With 10+ yrs. as a licensed therapist and 15+ yrs. working in the human services field, I have assisted many individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges. I have extensive experience working in a variety of settings. Settings have included private practice, non-profit organizations, in-home therapy, therapeutic group homes, and juvenile & adult detention centers.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Sanford Health Plan,

Estela Chester

Estela Chester

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Dakota


“I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel truly heard and cared for as we work together to help you feel more balanced, confident, and supported.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Evelyn Bragg

Evelyn Bragg

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Dakota


I believe that meaningful mental health care begins with feeling heard, respected, and understood. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with seven years of experience, I take a warm, open-minded, and holistic approach to care. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, eating disorders, family concerns, and other mental health challenges.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Amber Leafstedt

Amber Leafstedt

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My approach to therapy is warm, relational, and grounded in the belief that healing happens in the context of safety and connection.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Kelli Means

Kelli Means

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My counseling style is welcoming and conversational. I am known for being upfront and honest always and blunt when needed...”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Sanford Health Plan,

Emily Christensen

Emily Christensen

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I am a down-to-earth therapist and believe that authenticity is extremely important in a therapeutic relationship.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Dr. Daniel Kremin

Dr. Daniel Kremin

Psychologist

Virtual • South Dakota


“Psychotherapy is NOT a one size fits all approach to improving mental health. Therapy needs to be structured to the nature and needs of the parties involved.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Stacey Anderson

Stacey Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Rapid City, SD


“I provide person centered concepts to therapy and work with a strengths based approach to empower clients to use their inner resources to overcome challenges and barriers to being successful in therapy.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Sanford Health Plan,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Grueneich

Jessica Grueneich

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


Tired of pretending everything is, ok? All the while, you're in your own private battle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or grief. Life stress is inevitable. However, lack of support and distress tolerance skills can make managing life's stressors nearly impossible. It's exhausting keeping on that mask. How are you really though?

I have over10 years' experience as a therapist and 15 in social work field. I offer person centered and strength focused care to meet individuals and families in their unique places in life. I happily see patients from 5-100+. I have a special place in my heart and practice for teens, young adults, and parents raising little humans.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Energetic, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Sanford Health Plan,

Jennifer Ruggeri

Jennifer Ruggeri

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based techniques, allowing me to create a safe and nurturing environment for my clients.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Sanford Health Plan,

Rhonda Davies

Rhonda Davies

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My approach is warm, supportive, and solution-focused, and I believe therapy works best when clients feel heard, respected, and comfortable being themselves.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Darcy Wiebrand

Darcy Wiebrand

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I love helping clients learn the skills that will allow them to be resilient no matter what life throws at them.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Direct, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Sanford Health Plan,

Suzanne McEndree

Suzanne McEndree

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I have seen many clients who initially felt pretty hopeless recover from PTSD and make amazing changes in their lives.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Sanford Health Plan,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adriane Cox

Adriane Cox

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


Hi! I am Adriane Cox, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Cox Mental Health and Wellness. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, life transitions and chronic pain.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Nelson

Janet Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I am a California, Connecticut, and South Dakota licensed therapist who is trained in EMDR and specializes in treating trauma.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Sanford Health Plan,

Andrew Hey

Andrew Hey

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“In addition to my work as a therapist, I also currently work as a professional actor, which gives me a unique understanding of performance, communication, and authenticity.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Matthew Johnson

Matthew Johnson

Therapist

In-person • 4.8 mi away

3812 East Iron Bridge Place, Sioux Falls, SD

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heidi Quinlan

Heidi Quinlan

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“Throughout my 23 years doing therapy, I have learned that each of us has the inner gift of healing if provided a safe, supportive, empowering, respectful environment...”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Sanford Health Plan,

Dr. Jennifer Pipitone

Dr. Jennifer Pipitone

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Dakota


“I believe in putting humanity back into healthcare... they need warmth, compassion, and care that truly prioritizes their well-being.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Sanford Health Plan,

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Sioux Falls, SD

Number of therapists serving Sioux Falls, SD
There are over 22 therapists in Sioux Falls, SD accepting new patients.
22+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 100%Cigna
  • 100%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 68%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 59%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
How they see their clients
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  • 100%Online only
Provider gender
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  • 86%Woman
  • 14%Man
License types
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  • 36%Certified Social Worker in Private or Independent Practice
  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 18%Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Psychologist, Doctor of Psychology
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you

Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an LGBTQIA Therapist in Sioux Falls

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Sioux Falls starts with looking for identity-affirming care. A good fit may include a therapist with experience supporting people around gender identity, sexual orientation, coming out, family relationships, anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare options, look for bios that mention affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or direct experience working with LGBTQIA+ people. These signals can help you find a therapist whose training and listed specialties match what you want to focus on in care.

Sioux Falls has a growing mental health care community, but the number of therapists with specific LGBTQIA+ experience may vary by schedule, insurance, and appointment type. Virtual therapy can expand your options if you want an affirming therapist beyond the offices closest to you, while in-person sessions may work well if location and commute are important. When narrowing your search, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading therapist profiles before booking can also help you understand their communication style, approach, and experience with LGBTQIA+ clients.

Therapy in Sioux Falls can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs, and seeing your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking can make the process clearer. Headway helps you search for LGBTQIA+ therapists in Sioux Falls who are accepting new patients, compare bios and availability, check whether your plan is accepted, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.