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LGBT therapists in Tennessee

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Tennessee

Headway empowers LGBTQIA+ individuals in Tennessee to access compassionate, evidence-based mental health care from 310 warm and affirming providers. Take advantage of free intake consultations, insurance coverage, and sessions as soon as next day.

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
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
Skyler Baker

Skyler Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Johnson City, TN


“I use a combination of holistic counseling and evidence-based approaches to create a safe, therapeutic space where healing and growth can thrive.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brandon Khanna

Brandon Khanna

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I specialize in trauma work with Brainspotting, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-focused CBT to integrate and heal adverse experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lea Hunter

Lea Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I work with people who feel stuck and are ready for change. Whether you’re facing stress, relationship issues, past hurts, or life transitions, I’m here to help you navigate what feels overwhelming. I’ve provided counseling to adults, youth, and couples in both community mental health and private practice. I’m licensed in Georgia and Florida and bring over 20 years of experience to our work together.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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
Ashley Sharpe

Ashley Sharpe

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am laid back and client centered in my approach. I am good at providing a safe space for clients to grow and meet their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joshua DeWeese

Joshua DeWeese

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“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
Dr. SaKarsha Sanchez-Hunter

Dr. SaKarsha Sanchez-Hunter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clarksville, TN


“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 9 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
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
Mary Owens

Mary Owens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


Hi, I’m Mary! I believe that therapy should be a safe place to explore your story, gain deeper self understanding, and learn ways to cope better with the hard things in life. I hope to create a fun and collaborative environment that feels inclusive and inviting.

When i'm not seeing clients I enjoy writing and playing music around Nashville, teaching Pure Barre, and hosting my dating podcast. I believe that therapy should incorporate healing of the mind, body, and spirit. I can’t wait to meet you!

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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
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
Jeigh Billingy

Jeigh Billingy

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“As a trauma-focused Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have over a decade of experience working with trauma, substance use, motivation, members of the LGBTQ and/or BIPOC community, families, athletes, Veterans and first responders.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 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
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
Heather Leigh

Heather Leigh

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Clients can expect to feel understood and heard. Clients will sometimes receive homework and I often encourage journaling right after a therapy session and throughout the week if they can fit it in.”
LGBTQIA+, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 6 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
Anna Bogart

Anna Bogart

Therapist

Virtual • Johnson City, TN


“I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ clients, first responders, military folks, and anyone with a complicated relationship to identity, safety, or belonging.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Jennifer Knox

Jennifer Knox

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“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
Laura West

Laura West

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am a pansexual and neurodivergent licensed clinical social worker with 8+ years of experience in the field of mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alex Carey

Alex Carey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brentwood, TN


“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 6 insurance carriers
Erin Jeffries

Erin Jeffries

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


“I'm passionate about empowering queer and anxious people-pleasers to feel calm, compassionate, and confident in their true selves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Hannah Martin

Hannah Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Chattanooga, TN


“I am a clinical social worker passionate about helping you reach your goals, find solutions, or helping you cope when there just isn't a solution.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Sarah England

Sarah England

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have a light hearted, easy going therapy style and strive for you to to leave our sessions feeling supported, validated, and confident in your ability to meet your personalized goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 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
Ja'Lisa Giles

Ja'Lisa Giles

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I'm passionate about working with people of color, and I aim to create a supportive, affirming space where you feel seen and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maddy E

Maddy E

Therapist

Virtual • Mt. Juliet, TN


“I strive to create an environment that facilitates comfortability, unconditional positive regard, empathy, authenticity, honesty, and laughter.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
JoDana Varilek

JoDana Varilek

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“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
Veronica Stewart

Veronica Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My passion is working with individuals who struggle with life's transitions and finding their purpose.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
N. Channelle Johnson

N. Channelle Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I understand the vulnerability it takes to open yourself up to a therapist, and I promise to join you on your journey with patience, strength, and hope lighting the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Hannah Barney

Hannah Barney

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I take a trauma-informed approach that centers safety, autonomy, and deep respect for each person's unique process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Connor Anderson

Connor Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brentwood, TN


“My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgemental space where people can unpack these significant experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Leah Parisian

Leah Parisian

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I believe that your lived experiences are valid and essential for our work together. I specialize in eating disorders, disordered eating, body image issues, and also treat depression and anxiety. Foundational to my work are the principles of bodily autonomy, Health At Every Size (HAES®), harm reduction, social justice, and compassion.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Matty

Maria Matty

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Maria is a person-centered therapist and strongly believes that the individual is both the expert on their own experience and their greatest resource for healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, PTSD, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Robin

Tina Robin

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am passionate about helping individuals find the balance and peace of mind to help them grow and flourish.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natasha Rawlins

Natasha Rawlins

Therapist

Virtual • Clarksville, TN


When life feels heavy, it’s easy to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the version of yourself you want to be.

I help individuals navigate depression, anxiety, life stress, and major transitions while building confidence and clarity. I offer in-person sessions in Tennessee and telehealth for clients in both Tennessee and Alabama.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bree Riley

Bree Riley

Therapist

Virtual • Chattanooga, TN


“I use a liberation health model to create a better understanding of mental health issues as symptoms of systemic oppression.”
LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Tennessee

Number of therapists serving Tennessee
There are over 311 therapists in Tennessee accepting new patients.
311+
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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  • 78%Online only
  • 21%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
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
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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