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LGBT therapists in Johnson City, TN

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Johnson City, TN

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Johnson City with affirming providers who understand gender identity and sexual orientation concerns. Access talk therapy and medication management through 60K+ licensed providers nationally, with sessions available virtually or in-person. Many clients save up to 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Angela Goins

Angela Goins

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I use an eclectic approach to counseling and tailor my approach to meet the individual needs of my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Francine Owens

Francine Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I will help you change long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bonnie Spicer

Bonnie Spicer

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


My name is Bonnie Spicer and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP). I have 9 years of experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, addiction, just to name a few. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey. I admire your courage and determination for personal growth. I am sorry to hear that you are struggling right now. I can help you with your goals, discuss your concerns, and help you move forward. I am looking forward to working with you and helping you on your journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laila Ashkazari

Laila Ashkazari

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Laila's clinical approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected to enact change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Vanessa Brown

Vanessa Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“It is my deep hope that clients leave each session feeling seen, heard, valued, and validated and that they're one step further in the direction they desire their path to go.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Amir Ali Hussaini

Dr. Amir Ali Hussaini

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I support adults and teens with things like anxiety, ADD/ADHD, depression, and mood challenges by providing thoughtful, personalized care that focuses on your goals and lived experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara Lytle

Sara Lytle

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal is to help my clients find meaning and hope amidst suffering; experience greater awareness and psychological flexibility; and live in alignment with their deepest values.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Becca Ward

Becca Ward

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Johnson City, TN


Hi, I’m Becca.

Reaching out for mental health care can feel like a big step. Once you’re here, it shouldn’t have to feel hard. You don’t need to have the right words or know exactly what you need. We can figure that out together.

I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a doctorate in nursing, and I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, life transitions, neurodivergence, and the complicated stuff that doesn’t always fit neatly into a diagnostic box.

I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy. More than anything, I believe good mental health care starts with actually listening to you. I want to know what’s working, what isn’t, what you’ve already tried, and what you want your life to feel like.

You are more than a diagnosis, and your care should feel that way.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Holly Mims

Holly Mims

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I will partner with you in order for you to develop the skills necessary to make meaningful emotional, behavioral, and life changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Deborah Perry

Deborah Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in the healing power of the therapist-client relationship, grounded in honesty and self-awareness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Khelsea Walker

Khelsea Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Chloe Lee

Chloe Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Brentwood, TN


“My background is in art therapy which allows me to use creative approaches along side traditional counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sara Bowers

Sara Bowers

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe you know YOU best, and it's my job to help you understand yourself and envision new ways to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Robert Castillo

Robert Castillo

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My role is to gently guide and support you through the stages of change at a pace that feels right for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Caitlin E Coile

Caitlin E Coile

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mt. Juliet, TN


“People find healing when they feel heard. That is my goal in sitting with clients - to move towards healing by hearing your stories, strifes, and successes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bridgette Spann-Edwards

Dr. Bridgette Spann-Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Memphis, TN


For more than 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as they work toward healing, growth, and change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor, and Substance Abuse Professional, I bring both deep clinical knowledge and a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to therapy.

I specialize in helping clients navigate life’s most personal challenges—including relationship and intimacy concerns, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, and mental health struggles. I also provide substance abuse treatment, DOT/SAP evaluations, and recovery support using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Reality Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, the Duluth Model, and the Matrix Model.

I have a special commitment to serving Black communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people living with HIV, re-entry populations, sex workers, and youth facing challenges. I understand how personal, cultural, and systemic factors shape each person’s story, and I create a safe, affirming space where clients feel truly seen and heard.

In our sessions, you can expect a respectful, judgment-free environment where your voice matters. I believe therapy works best as a partnership—we’ll set goals together, explore what’s holding you back, and develop practical strategies you can use in daily life a more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking support for a specific issue or simply want to invest in your personal growth, I’m here to help you take that next step.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Moesha Banks

Moesha Banks

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Early in my own journey, a mentor taught me a lesson that changed my life: true growth happens when we stop looking at everyone else and finally have the courage to look in the mirror. That shift is where real freedom begins, and it’s exactly what I want to help you achieve. My goal is to create a safe, judgement free space where you can bring your most authentic self. While I warmly welcome clients of all ages and backgrounds, my primary passion lies in supporting African American youth and young adults as they navigate early life challenges.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rodney Helton

Rodney Helton

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach to therapy is grounded in creating an open, affirming, and emotionally safe environment where you can share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Corey Springer

Corey Springer

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hi! I'm Corey, owner of Dad Therapist. Since 2019, I have worked with expecting fathers, new dads, NICU parents, and dads who have experienced pregnancy loss, stillbirth, infant loss, and infertility. I'm a NICU dad (2020 and 2025 babies) and have three living sons and one stillborn daughter. One of the things I love most about being the “Dad Therapist” is that I get to work with clients I can deeply relate to. My empathy comes from lived experience, not just my professional training. I am a licensed therapist and Certified Perinatal Mental Health professional.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Smith

Stephanie Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on empowering individuals to develop stronger self-understanding, resilience, and healthy coping strategies.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
John Midgley

John Midgley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Murfreesboro, TN


“I blend evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, and insight-oriented work with curiosity, humor, and creativity to help clients better understand themselves and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Akishna Glasper-Williams

Akishna Glasper-Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“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, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Regan Kounlavong

Regan Kounlavong

Therapist

Virtual • Murfreesboro, TN


“I'm especially passionate about supporting people through perinatal mental health challenges and working with those who are neurodivergent.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Terisa Williams

Terisa Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that true transformation starts with a safe space—a judgment-free environment where you can show up exactly as you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Timothy Civil-Smith

Timothy Civil-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hi! My name is Timothy, I'm a licensed professional counselor. I received my Master's in Counseling in 2022, and have been working as a therapist since then. I've specialized in family issues, childhood trauma, and ADHD, as well as helping people through panic attacks and depression.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Atkins

Christopher Atkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ooltewah, TN


“I specialize in working with veterans, first responders, working professionals, and anyone carrying the invisible weight of trauma, burnout, or transition.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Leon Edwards

Leon Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal for the first session is to provide my clients with a free and non-judgmental space for them to begin sharing the emotional and mental health challenges that they have been experiencing.”
LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Dixon

Brian Dixon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Goodlettsville, TN


“As a Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Brian Dixon is committed to providing compassionate care tailored to each individual's needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jacob Maness

Jacob Maness

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am an active, engaged therapist who believes that therapy works best as a collaborative back-and-forth conversation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. George Mack

Dr. George Mack

Therapist

Virtual • Morristown, TN


“After earning my master's in clinical psychology, I realized how deeply sex and sexuality impact a person's mental and emotional well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
George Taylor

George Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should feel safe, human, and a little less intimidating.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jasmine Mackey

Jasmine Mackey

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Through the lens of Cognitive Behavior Theory, I guide my clients toward self-discovery and transformation, holding them accountable...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ladd

Jennifer Ladd

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have received specialized training in the treatment of PTSD utilizing Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kentrell Thomas

Kentrell Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where you can be yourself, feel heard, and explore what's weighing on you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jedediah Wilson

Jedediah Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“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 9 insurance carriers
Tracye Valentine

Tracye Valentine

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in listening to clients and providing them life-long tools for their behavioral and mental health success.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Lanz

Barbara Lanz

Therapist

Virtual • Jonesborough, TN


“My goal is to provide an environment where people feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported as they move toward the life they want to create.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Matthew Fuller

Matthew Fuller

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I empower patients by leaning on nonjudgmental, positive regard, building strong rapport and trust with patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shaun Lynn

Shaun Lynn

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Starting therapy is a big step, and if you've made it this far, you're doing an amazing job. You've recognized that you need assistance navigating life, and I'm here to help you understand yourself better. I work with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, perinatal mental health, self-esteem, and other conditions.

I've always been told I'm easy to talk to, and I have a deep desire to help people become the best versions of themselves. I love seeing my clients gain confidence and become empowered to not only survive, but to thrive and become truly comfortable in their skin. Together, we can get you to your happy place.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Luckey

Holly Luckey

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe therapy should feel like a genuine partnership, not a place where you feel judged or told what to do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Johnson City, TN

Number of therapists serving Johnson City, TN
There are over 309 therapists in Johnson City, TN accepting new patients.
309+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 95%Stress management
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 65%Ascension
  • 50%BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%German
How they see their clients
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  • 79%Online only
  • 21%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
  • 13%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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