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LGBT therapists in Memphis, TN

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Memphis, TN

Memphis residents seeking LGBTQIA+-affirming mental health care can access 288 licensed providers through Headway with availability as soon as the next day. Our warm, solution-oriented providers offer both talk therapy and medication management through flexible in-person or virtual sessions covered by most insurance plans.

Tommy South

Tommy South

Therapist

Virtual • Johnson City, TN


You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, past experiences, or relationship conflict that still affect how you show up in daily life and relationships. Many people reach out for therapy when trauma, depression, grief, or substance use begins to feel too heavy to manage alone. You may feel stuck in patterns of anger, conflict, or emotional pain and want a safe place to talk honestly about what’s going on. Therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and begin finding healthier ways to cope and move forward. I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, understood, and respected.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 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 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Katharine Campbell

Dr. Katharine Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I am a LCSW with over 20 years of experience who works with clients as a partner in their healing journey. I have a PhD in Public Affairs with a social work emphasis, and teach issues of ethics, working with complex cases and use of technology. My background is diverse including working in community mental health, hospice and end of life care, oncology and medical issues, as well as working with gender and sexual minorities.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 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 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Waldrop

Holly Waldrop

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Sometimes your mind understands what’s happened, but your body still holds the impact. I’m trained in EMDR and Brainspotting, approaches that help gently process those deeper layers. My work integrates mindfulness and somatic awareness to support nervous system regulation, so change doesn’t just feel intellectual, it feels real, grounded, and lasting.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Burgin

Jennifer Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I strive to be different than other therapists and will go above and beyond to customize therapy just for you...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Madolyn Statler

Madolyn Statler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


“I want to help you conquer the world you live in, make the changes necessary to get there, and help you feel safe and secure knowing you are not alone in handling it all.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Von Dietsch

Christina Von Dietsch

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, TN


“I prioritize client-centered care and will tailor a treatment plan based on your strengths, ensuring we progress at a pace that suits you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tameka Dennis

Tameka Dennis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Smyrna, TN


Tameka Dennis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has an office located in Murfreesboro TN. Tameka received her Bachelor's Degree in Sociology 2011 from Tennessee State University. She received her Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University. Tameka started her private practice in 2018. Specialties and Expertise includes Women Issues, Marital and Premarital, Depression, anxiety, Men's issues, grief, self-esteem, stress, and relationship issues.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracy Coffey

Tracy Coffey

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Fostering a therapeutic relationship built on respect, validation, and autonomy, my clients feel seen and heard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brooke Pate

Brooke Pate

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe therapy should feel human: honest, relatable, and rooted in genuine connection rather than pressure or perfection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alexa Borrows

Alexa Borrows

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal is to empower you to identify and overcome personal obstacles that are preventing you from getting the most out of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caitlin Murray

Caitlin Murray

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chattanooga, TN


“I feel I have made the most difference when I can make genuine connections with my clients and we can look for answers or solutions together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kellita Thompson

Kellita Thompson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Franklin, TN


“I believe healing happens in the context of safe, supportive relationships, and I work collaboratively with clients to explore patterns that may be keeping them stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Candice Reid

Candice Reid

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I seek to de-stigmatize mental healthcare within marginalized communities and provide a refuge where you can begin your journey to alignment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Howell

April Howell

Therapist

Virtual • Chattanooga, TN


“I help people who feel trapped in their own lives—those struggling with depression, unprocessed trauma, and the weight of critical messages they've internalized.”
LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 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
Elisa Gitan

Elisa Gitan

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hi, I'm Elisa Gitan, a therapist and acupuncturist based out of Nashville, TN. I completed my degree at University of Denver, followed by specialized training in forensics and trauma. I studied with Dr. Robert Hare, the expert in psychopaths which inspired me to work with trauma victims.

I am also hold a Masters of Science in Oriental medicine. I have a strong medical knowledge and interest in integrating mind body therapies.

I believe we are meant to expand and grow throughout the course of our lives. I enjoy helping others overcome barriers and harness their personal power and strengths, to live quality lives.

As an expert in the trauma field, I offer science backed approaches and treatments. Focusing on your own resiliency and strengths, I treat therapy as a collaborative process.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mattie Boyd

Mattie Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • Chattanooga, TN


“I believe everyone deserves a safe, empathetic, non-judgmental person to talk through their problems with and that humor is a necessary tool for navigating mental health from mood disorders to trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Levin Manabat

Levin Manabat

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, integrating trauma-informed care with therapies tailored to your unique goals and experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jack Simon

Jack Simon

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, TN


“I take a journey over destination approach to therapy. Focusing on integrity, compassion, and values I help my clients identify, wrestle with, and embrace their own versions of truth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amber Williams

Amber Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I prefer a client-centered approach, encouraging each client to play an active part in their treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lynde Ross

Lynde Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, TN


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience helping clients. I am trained in EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Brainspotting, Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, and Trauma-Sensitive Yoga.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aaron "Kyle" Shadrick

Aaron "Kyle" Shadrick

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I bring a collaborative and inquisitive energy to therapy. I hope to encourage development of greater insight into habits and inner workings by fostering a spirit of curiosity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jessica Bush

Jessica Bush

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I help high-achieving women and men unlearn perfectionism rooted in survival mode, so they can move from constant pressure to confidence, clarity, and self-trust.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michelle Fowler

Michelle Fowler

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I offer support and guidance—even gently challenging you at times—but you will be the one who decides what course of action you want to take with your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Sarah Rogers

Dr. Sarah Rogers

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Brentwood, TN


“I utilize an integrative and holistic approach to therapy which allows customized treatment while recognizing the effects of cognitive, emotional, and physiological factors on overall mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shakti Marchetti

Shakti Marchetti

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“By affirming, supporting, and strengthening marginalized identities, with a focus on adults within the LGBTQ+ and Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM) communities...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Dr. Shelby Husband

Dr. Shelby Husband

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nashville, TN


“I work with Queer, BIPOC, and neurodivergent folks—preteens, young adults, parents, and anyone who's felt "othered" or misunderstood—helping them grow in self-confidence and find greater stability.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Logan Hubbard

Logan Hubbard

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I am passionate about helping clients find their voice to put words to their unique experiences. I approach each session with compassionate curiosity to provide you with a safe space to show up as your most authentic self. I hope that you feel seen, heard, understood, and accepted. I am enthusiastic about seeing my clients move towards health and healing. I consider it an honor and a privilege to support you throughout our work together.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Kelly

Kathryn Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I see the counselor/client relationship as a partnership based on genuineness, empathy, and active collaboration.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 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 5 insurance carriers
Steven Shampain

Steven Shampain

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach to therapy is insight-driven, emphasizing the importance of understanding the "why" behind thoughts and behaviors to facilitate meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. SaKarsha Sanchez-Hunter

Dr. SaKarsha Sanchez-Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“When working with Dr. Sanchez-Hunter, clients can expect a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment that encourages openness and honesty.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tassel Shanebrook

Dr. Tassel Shanebrook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


“I help individuals who may feel disconnected from their true selves, showing up as depression, anxiety, or a feeling of being unfulfilled.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 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
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 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bradley Bull

Dr. Bradley Bull

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I love helping individuals, couples, and families grow and prosper. My usual approach includes a combination family systems and cognitive behavioral.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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 a LGBTQIA Therapist in Memphis, TN

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Memphis starts with identifying someone who offers identity-affirming care and has experience with your specific needs. You may be looking for support with identity, family or relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for bios that mention affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or work with LGBTQIA+ communities. These details can help you find a therapist whose training, specialties, and approach align with the care you want.

In a mid-size city like Memphis, affirming therapists may vary by neighborhood, office location, and availability. Virtual appointments can expand your options beyond the closest office while still giving you access to licensed therapists in Tennessee. As you narrow your search, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your schedule, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles can also help you understand how a therapist describes their communication style, what populations they work with, and what to expect in a first session.

Therapy in Memphis can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists, enter your insurance details, and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway helps you compare therapists by specialty, availability, appointment format, and insurance fit, making it easier to find someone who matches your needs, may be a fit for your insurance, and is ready to take new patients.

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