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LGBT therapists in Nashville, TN
Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Nashville, TN
Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Nashville with affirming, open-minded mental health providers who understand your unique experiences. Our network of 295 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions, with many available as soon as the next day. Through insurance partnerships, clients save an average of 75%, with some paying as low as $0 per session.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Therapist with 3 years of experience helping adults and families navigate life's challenges. I earned my degree from Lipscomb University and am licensed in Tennessee.
My clinical background includes working in an eating disorder residential facility as well as a healthcare clinic supporting clients in addiction recovery. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of complex emotional and behavioral challenges and the courage it takes to seek help.
Whether you are struggling with everyday stress, relationship difficulties, trauma, or deeper mental health concerns, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth. I would love the opportunity to support you — please don't hesitate to reach out!
My name is Mark and I have come to this introduction today with the benefit of a professional background which includes: 2 Masters degrees in Counseling and Divinity; TN licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Service Provider; United Methodist and Multi-Faith Chaplain; Certifications in Dialectical Behavior and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy modalities; Grief and Bereavement Certifications; 5 yrs of Private Practice in Counseling; 3 yrs in Community MH clinic as a Licensed Professional Counselor
Let’s get UNSTUCK. Therapy doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, and healing and growth don’t have to come through more pain.
You may understand exactly what's causing a certain feeling or response and yet it still happens. You know you're safe but your mind/body responds as though you are not. You know you are capable but something keeps getting in the way.
I work with adults, teens, and children navigating trauma, anxiety, fears and phobias, guilt, shame, fear of judgement, grief, life transitions, perinatal experiences, and performance-related stressors. I also work with people who recognize something is getting in the way of how they'd like to be and are interested in accessing and perhaps expanding their potential.
Many of the people I work with have already put a lot of thought and effort into feeling better and gaining insight. You don’t have to have it figured out before you get here. My clients tend to be curious, motivated, and open to coloring a little outside of the lines. They often appreciate an active therapeutic process focused on creating clarity and change.
Sometimes the goal is deep relief from something painful. Sometimes it’s greater confidence, freedom, or the ability to show up more fully as yourself.
I’m a Rapid Resolution Therapy Certified Specialist and a National Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, with additional training in Brainspotting and other experiential and strength-based approaches.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Nashville, TN
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 100%Stress management
- 96%Anxiety
- 91%Trauma
- 87%Relationship issues
- 96%Aetna
- 65%Cigna
- 57%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 52%Providence Health Plan
- 43%BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
- 100%English
- 9%Spanish
- 4%French
- 4%German
- 4%Hindi
- 100%In-person or online
- 74%Woman
- 26%Man
- 35%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
- 22%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 17%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 9%Psychologist
- 96%Individual therapy
- 30%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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 Nashville
Finding LGBTQIA therapists in Nashville starts with identifying care that is explicitly affirming. An LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist may support concerns related to identity, family or relationship stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or gender exploration. As you compare therapists, look for signs of relevant training or experience, such as affirmative therapy, WPATH-informed care, gender-diverse experience, or listed work with LGBTQIA+ communities. The right fit often comes from both clinical training and the way a therapist describes their approach.
Nashville has a large mental health care market, with options across areas like East Nashville, Midtown, Germantown, and surrounding communities. More choices can make it harder to narrow the search, especially when you want a therapist who understands LGBTQIA+ experiences. Virtual appointments can expand access to affirming care beyond the closest office, while in-person sessions may fit better if location, commute, or a specific therapy setting matters to you. Before booking, review therapist bios for LGBTQIA+ experience, approach to care, availability, and whether a free phone consultation is offered.
Therapy in Nashville can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before your first appointment. Headway helps you find LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists who are accepting new patients, compare availability, review detailed bios, and see estimated costs after entering your insurance details. From there, you can browse therapists, check fit, and book directly when you’re ready.
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