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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Tennessee
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“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
“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client. I also offer EMDR to address painful memories and the lingering effects of trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I offer affirming, culturally responsive therapy for adolescents ages 13–17 and adults, including LGBTQ+ clients and adults living with personality disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I like to incorporate my clients' creativity into our sessions- sometimes using music, art, and movement to increase engagement and connection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
“My style is warm, direct, supportive, and grounded. I believe therapy works best when it helps you understand yourself more clearly while building the confidence and skills to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I provide an open, non-judgmental, compassionate, and warm environment. I want each and every patient to know their concerns are being addressed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I specialize in trauma and individuals struggling with anxiety and depression. I have a lot of experience working with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community and individuals going through the immigration process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I've spent years working with veterans and the military, and I've helped many hundreds of clients navigate stressors, from the unimaginable to the ordinary.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“I bring a collaborative, strengths-based approach that centers cultural humility, emotional safety, and meaningful healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I am here to come alongside and guide. From the first call to the last session, there will be nothing hidden.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Hey there! I am an LPC-MHSP in the state of Tennessee, having pursued an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I have worked in a variety of settings providing individual and family therapy in community mental health, high acuity residential treatment, and in private practice, giving me a well-rounded understanding of the mental health field and how to address a variety of client issues.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“For the past seven years, I've worked with people navigating identity, trauma, family conflict, relationships, and the stress that comes with trying to find where you belong.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“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
“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, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“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
“Ever find yourself wondering, "Why am I still doing this?" Maybe you've talked it through, tried to think differently, or told yourself to let it go.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Willis is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience treating a wide range of mental health conditions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“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
“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 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in supporting clients living with complex trauma, including attachment wounding, childhood trauma, and developmental trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe the best psychiatric care begins with listening. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and involved in every treatment decision.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“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
Hi! I'm Charlie. I'm an LPC - MHSP in the State of Tennessee. I specialize in helping adults that are dealing with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship issues. I believe we all deserve a safe space to work on ourselves, find peace and take charge of our lives.
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My main approach is to share my experience of sitting with you and my reactions to what you tell me, when I believe my sharing may be helpful to you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to create a space where healing occurs - a place where you can sit with difficult thoughts, emotions and behaviors, and develop the tools to transform them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“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
My professional background includes working in Rikers Island as a therapist, working as a virtual EAP provider as well as private practice. My specific areas are individual therapy of those 13 years and older, with a heavy focus on trauma therapy and gender affirming care. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space while also challenging you when necessary. I tend to be more direct and value building a strong therapeutic relationship above all.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that healing happens when we feel safe enough to be honest.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I bring 27 years of experience in the medical field and a deep commitment to supporting mental health and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“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
“This integrative style helps tailor each session to your unique needs, goals, and spiritual orientation (not required!).”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is grounded in presence, body awareness, and the belief that healing happens in relationship—with ourselves, each other, nature and the systems we live in.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“With 18 years in behavioral health, I help adults manage anxiety, recover from substance use, and navigate major life transitions with practical, real-world strategies.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to counseling is that it's a learning process where respect and trust are built to develop a partnership between the therapist and client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I'm rather casual and surprisingly able to engage in enjoyable conversation about a surprisingly wide range of topics and interest.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My journey from NYPD officer to holistic therapist fuels my passion for helping adults reclaim their inner power.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
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About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Tennessee
Number of therapists serving Tennessee
291+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 96%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 93%Stress management
- 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 90%Cigna
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 70%Ascension Health Plan
- 53%Curative
Languages spoken
- 99%English
- 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
- 78%Online only
- 22%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 77%Woman
- 22%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 37%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 35%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
- 12%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 12%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 46%Family therapy
- 33%Couples therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
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