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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Sparta, TN

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Sparta with 296 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded mental healthcare. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers experienced in supporting gender and sexual identity concerns, with many offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Cheryl Hoskins

Cheryl Hoskins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


Welcome! I’m Cheryl D. Hoskins, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard, supported, and treated with compassion. Seeking help isn’t always easy, and I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you can speak openly without fear of judgment. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, insomnia, mood disorders, and substance use disorders. Whether you’re facing a new challenge or have been struggling for years, my goal is to help you better understand your symptoms, develop effective coping strategies, and find a treatment plan that works for your unique needs and lifestyle. I view every client as a whole person—not just a diagnosis. Building a trusting relationship is the foundation of meaningful care, and I am committed to partnering with you every step of your journey toward improved mental health and overall well-being.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
AJ Jordan

AJ Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I approach each individual as the expert in their own life. My goal is to help you access within yourself the way to freedom, peace, and safety.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 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
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
Chelsea Green

Chelsea Green

Therapist

Virtual • Bristol, TN


“I believe that no one is beyond repair or without hope, and with support and re-connection to what matters most we can hold tight to a vision of wholeness and wellbeing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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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
Jessica Lyons

Jessica Lyons

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“With nearly 20 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor, clinical supervisor, and military veteran, I understand that life experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and the world.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ricki Briana Martin

Ricki Briana Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have a special passion for supporting Black women and families through culturally responsive care...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Jo Harmon

Mary Jo Harmon

Therapist

Virtual • Memphis, TN


I’m a therapist based in Memphis who works with high-achieving women navigating anxiety, burnout, identity transitions, and complex relationship dynamics. Many of my clients are successful on the outside and exhausted on the inside. They are often the responsible one, the strong one, the reliable one — and quietly overwhelmed.


My work is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), an evidence-based model that helps clients understand and heal the different “parts” of themselves — the driven part, the critical part, the anxious part, the part that feels unseen. I am Level 1 trained in IFS and integrate attachment-informed and trauma-responsive care into my practice.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Rachel McCullough

Rachel McCullough

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hi, I’m Rachel! I’m a therapist who is here to help you take control of your own life, with empathetic and straightforward guidance. You have the answer inside you; sometimes it just takes someone helping move away the clutter. We will work together to uncover old patterns and beliefs that have been holding you back from being your true self.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Maranda Carney

Maranda Carney

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I understand how relentless and consuming anxiety can feel — whether it's the loop of intrusive thoughts, the weight of compulsions, or the constant sense of unease.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Terisa Williams

Terisa Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that everyone deserves a space where they can feel understood, accepted, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Maryann Reuter

Dr. Maryann Reuter

Psychologist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I balance my care and compassion for you with asking deep and direct questions to support you seeing things differently than you have before.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marisa Giuliano

Marisa Giuliano

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


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.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Logan Cornelison

Logan Cornelison

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that every individual has inherent strengths that can be powerful catalysts for positive change...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Bush

Maria Bush

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I believe meaningful change is possible with the right support. My counseling approach is collaborative and focused on setting goals, building skills, gaining insight into your thoughts and beliefs, and working through challenges together. With more than 19 years of experience in the mental health field, I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, life transitions, and grief. I’m passionate about helping people learn to love and accept themselves as they are while growing into who they’re becoming.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tracy De Soto

Tracy De Soto

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Feel free to vent, and know that there is at least one safe BIPOC, LGBTQ and super left-y neurodivergent-friendly space where you can talk about alll the crazy and get some qualified support to deal with it.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Paul Highfill

Paul Highfill

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have learned that sitting in the "stuckness" with clients is the best way to find the freedom to do something different.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaime Weems

Jaime Weems

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I am a licensed therapist specializing in anxiety, trauma, addiction and relationship challenges. I work with children, adolescents and adults to create a supportive space where healing and growth feel possible.

Specific modalities are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Nurturing Parenting, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Family Therapy, Solution-Focused, Mindfulness and Muscle relaxation.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Faith James

Faith James

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe therapy is a sacred space where your story and experience is meant to be honored and explored.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Leiberh Noel Diaz

Dr. Leiberh Noel Diaz

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Tennessee


“In addition to medication management, he has experience with various psychotherapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, supportive psychotherapy, group therapy, and motivational interviewing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josh Cochran

Josh Cochran

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Clients describe me as calm, relatable, and easy to talk to — someone who listens without judgment and helps you make sense of what's going on in your world.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kori Miller

Kori Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am very solution focused, primarily using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, humor and direct communication to assist in teaching clients how to better manage their issues and become the best versions of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nicole Smith

Nicole Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My name is Nicole and I am a Black queer therapist. I specialize working with BIPOC Millennial and Gen Z women who struggle to choose themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Deborah DeFrieze

Deborah DeFrieze

Therapist

Virtual • Jonesborough, TN


Hi, I'm Dr. Deborah DeFrieze, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience helping people work through anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, depression, and life's hardest transitions. If anxiety or overwhelm has been running the show lately, I'm here to help you take the reins back — with a warm, honest, and practical approach.

My path to this work has been a rich one. Alongside my social work career, I spent 33 years in public education — as a teacher in both regular and special education, an assistant principal, a principal, and an assistant professor — and I served as a missionary in Africa for 18 months. Those experiences taught me to meet people where they are, across every walk of life and stage of change. I hold a Master of Social Work from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and a doctorate in education from the University of Georgia, and I'm also a Licensed Massage Therapist, which deepens my appreciation for the mind-body connection in healing.

I draw on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, tailoring our work to what will help you most.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Jahr

Lisa Jahr

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clarksville, TN


“I welcome my clients with a warm smile, an open heart, genuine empathy, humor, and yes—occasionally, a well-placed curse word to break the ice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Renetta Albea

Renetta Albea

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My 1st and main priority is meeting each of my clients where they are and displaying a non-judgmental attitude.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Tara Seay

Tara Seay

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Memphis, TN


“My goal is to work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Aaron Petrie

Aaron Petrie

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I specialize in working with high performers (athletes, entrepreneurs, and professionals) who are used to pushing hard and striving for excellence.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Summer Mowery

Summer Mowery

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have over 14 years experience working with teens, adults, and families addressing symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorders, and relationship conflict.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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 13 insurance carriers
Katherine Webb

Katherine Webb

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Katherine aims to break that therapy sigma by creating a warm, friendly, inviting environment that feels like you are sitting down with an old friend.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Dwight Hughes

Dr. Dwight Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Dr. Dwight Arthur Hughes is a spiritually integrated psychotherapist who works with individuals seeking a holistic approach to mental wellness and work-life balance.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Burgin

Jennifer Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I strive to be different than other therapists by going 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
Dr. Allyson Neal

Dr. Allyson Neal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Knoxville, TN


“I take a holistic, strength-based approach to care. When we are struggling, it is easy to forget what we are already doing right, so I start there.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Courtney Farris

Courtney Farris

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am LGBTQ+ affirming, sex-positive, and kink-friendly, and I welcome diverse identities and relationship structures...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Amy Traynham Feragen

Amy Traynham Feragen

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I was born and raised in Montana and have a genuine passion for nature and the outdoors. I received my Bachelors in Psychology at Montana State University in 2001. I then pursued my Masters of Social Work degree and graduated in 2008 from the University of Montana. This graduate program had a focus on providing a social justice and integrated practitioner perspective. I have an eclectic style that can be tailored to each unique individual. My primary therapeutic methods include Mindfulness Based, Holistic, Exposure, Narrative, Cognitive and Behavioral, Strengths Based & Solution Focused Therapies. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate environment that often helps people feel comfortable. A true passion of mine is structuring therapeutic activities for clients to express, process, increase self-awareness, and de-stress from life’s challenging and developmental experiences.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Corey Latta

Dr. Corey Latta

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I’m a person-centered therapist with more than ten years of experience helping people navigate grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles, family conflict, heartbreak, abuse, and trauma. I work with a broad range of clients and bring specialized training in EMDR and trauma-focused care to my practice. I know what it is to struggle, and I believe healing begins when you no longer have to face that struggle alone. My role is to meet you where you are, help you imagine where you want to be, and walk alongside you as you find the courage to get there.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Claire Hipkens

Claire Hipkens

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I work best with driven people experiencing a big change. Perhaps, despite your best efforts, things aren’t working out as you’d hoped. Or perhaps you’ve gotten all you wanted and it doesn’t satisfy. I work often with D1 athletes & pros (as well as their family members). I love supporting the romantic partners of people in the public eye. Though I often work with athletes I am not a Sports Psych. In fact, I don’t even follow sports! I’m here for the rest of your life and identity.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Sparta, TN

Number of therapists serving Sparta, TN
There are over 296 therapists in Sparta, TN accepting new patients.
296+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 95%Stress management
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 68%Ascension
  • 50%BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 80%Online only
  • 20%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
  • 11%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 32%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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