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LGBT therapists in Amarillo, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Amarillo, TX

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Amarillo with affirming providers who understand gender identity and sexual orientation experiences. Access talk therapy and medication management through 60K+ licensed providers nationally, with virtual and in-person sessions available. Many patients save 75% on care through insurance coverage.

Dylan Blair

Dylan Blair

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I view the therapeutic journey kind of like a cross country road trip, and I am here as your passenger with a map, snacks, and music, while YOU are in the drivers seat.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Simran Shallwani

Simran Shallwani

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I aim to create a safe space for clients to process. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy in my practice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melisa Martinez

Melisa Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chioma Onuorah

Chioma Onuorah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and patient-centered. I believe the best treatment begins with listening carefully and understanding your story, not just your symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kaneaster Hodges

Kaneaster Hodges

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dallas, TX


“I believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship to promote lasting change, and I work alongside my clients to explore and understand their thoughts, behaviors, and emotions; dreams, fantasies, and ambitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cara Waters

Cara Waters

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I received a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Amberton University, and I am licensed by the state of Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been trained in EMDR, IFS, PIT, psychedelic-assisted therapy, Relational Life therapy and Gottman Level One. I work with adult individuals and couples and specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, addiction, trauma, codependency, and relationships.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ayodelli Whyte-Kortsen

Ayodelli Whyte-Kortsen

Therapist

Virtual • El Paso, TX


“I'm not just a therapist, I'm a person who understands how heavy it can feel to carry pain while trying to hold everything together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Ashley Boatman

Ashley Boatman

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“My approach generally focuses on helping people gain emotional and mental self-awareness, skill building, and cognitive and emotional management.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Victoria Taylor

Victoria Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Waxahachie, TX


“I use a holistic, person centered approach to therapy. I believe every person has the answers within, my job is to help you find the best version of yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Darly Sebastian

Darly Sebastian

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that unaddressed trauma can hold us back from achieving our true potential, make us feel stuck and feeling unfulfilled.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Milton Timoteo

Milton Timoteo

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I don't offer a 'safe space' for you to stay stuck in your story. I offer a high-leverage environment for those ready to resolve the internal conflicts that trauma left behind.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Abby Nickle

Abby Nickle

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I firmly believe in creating a safe and inclusive space where you can feel heard, valued, and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Billie Beard

Billie Beard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Austin, TX


“I assist my clients being able to be their authentic self. This includes but not limited to: exploring sexual and gender identity, explore gender expression, medical transition, and religious trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Kwesie

Amber Kwesie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sachse, TX


“My passion for counseling comes from a deep commitment to helping people grow, overcome life's challenges, and reach their full potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Candice Exon

Candice Exon

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and challenges openly.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Daniel Lozoya

Daniel Lozoya

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I believe therapy should feel collaborative, respectful, and human. My goal is to create a space where you do not have to perform, minimize your pain, or have everything figured out before asking for support.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adrianne Banks

Adrianne Banks

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am direct and solution focused however I am here to provide you with a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings as well.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Abioye Arawole

Abioye Arawole

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Grand Prairie, TX


Finding the right mental health provider can feel like a big step — and I want you to know you're already in the right place.

I'm Abioye, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with years of experience helping people work through anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorders, and psychosis. I see clients ages 6 and up, so whether you're seeking support for your child, yourself, or a loved one, I'm here for your whole family.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Felicia Segura

Felicia Segura

Therapist

Virtual • San Marcos, TX


“I view therapy as a tool for self-exploration in an attempt to improve your overall quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tori Davis-Henry

Tori Davis-Henry

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I help people just like you-sharp, self-sufficient, and deeply insightful-learn how to let their guard down without losing themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Behle

Mary Behle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Austin, TX


“Therapy is like unfolding a map of your life. Together, we'll trace where you've been, explore where you are now, and discover the pathways that lead toward where you want to go.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Trauma
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Olson

Ashley Olson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have over a decade of experience in social work, bringing a warm, grounded, and compassionate approach to telehealth practice.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Brooks

Lauren Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe in the power of relationships and have a passion for cultivating a therapeutic alliance that creates safety and connectedness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ananya Sabharwal

Ananya Sabharwal

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is collaborative and grounded in curiosity... build new ways of relating to yourself and others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ashleigh Omorogbe

Ashleigh Omorogbe

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to provide a space where you can process, heal, and leave each session feeling truly seen and heard.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nicole Springer

Nicole Springer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care that integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles with thoughtful medication management.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jimmy McGuffin

Dr. Jimmy McGuffin

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“My integrative relational style involves clarifying what gives your life meaning & purpose, compassionate curiosity of yourself & your most important relationships, & helping you live a fulfilling, valued life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanna Lauren

Joanna Lauren

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I try to educate my clients on how the brain and how our nervous system works as much as possible, so that my clients can leave each session feeling empowered to work with their nervous system, and not against it.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darrell Benko

Darrell Benko

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • El Paso, TX


“My goal is to provide thoughtful, practical, and evidence-based care in a setting where clients feel heard, respected, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Willow Katz

Willow Katz

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe meaningful change happens when we slow down, build awareness, and create space to relate differently to difficult thoughts, emotions, and patterns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lydia Giordano

Lydia Giordano

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“This will not be "talk therapy," but a treatment that will help you excavate the gems of your strengths within...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Wolf

Michelle Wolf

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kingwood, TX


“I'm a warm, curious, kind, and encouraging therapist who believes authentic connection is the foundation for healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jeanetta Price

Jeanetta Price

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe you are more than what happened to you, and therapy can be a place where you learn to understand your story without allowing your story to control your future.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Farha Khoja

Farha Khoja

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy should be a space where you can show up fully as you are without needing to perform, hide, or have everything figured out.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eryka Garcia

Eryka Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in providing therapeutic services to adults (18+) in individual, group, and couples formats. My foundational background with mental health services comes from my experience working in inpatient psychiatric settings with severe mental disorders and substance use/addiction. I am also fluently bilingual in Spanish.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Vanessa Escobedo Lora

Vanessa Escobedo Lora

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Additionally, I specialize in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, helping them reclaim their sense of self-worth and rebuild their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Uloma Okundaye

Dr. Uloma Okundaye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Houston, TX


“My goal is not just to treat symptoms but to empower individuals to heal, grow, and thrive in their daily lives—with the tools and support they need to maintain long-term wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stacy Tate

Stacy Tate

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“Working with each client from a strengths-based perspective allows both client and therapist to discover the innate tools the client already possesses to help achieve desired outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Dr. Peter Secola

Dr. Peter Secola

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm psychologist who understands people where they're at and makes therapy a refuge from the storm where clients can rest, heal, and grow as they need to.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jon Anitsakis

Jon Anitsakis

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Jon aims to help individuals understand themselves better, break down defense mechanisms, confront reality, and address the core issues behind their struggles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Amarillo, TX

Number of therapists serving Amarillo, TX
There are over 2,701 therapists in Amarillo, TX accepting new patients.
2,701+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 78%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 69%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Assamese
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 80%Online only
  • 20%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 58%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 23%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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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 Amarillo

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Amarillo starts with looking for identity-affirming care. A therapist with experience supporting LGBTQIA+ people may list affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or work with sexual orientation, gender identity, family relationships, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Review each therapist’s listed specialties and approach to see whether their training matches the type of support you want.

In a mid-size city like Amarillo, local affirming therapists may vary by availability, specialty, and appointment format. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still giving you access to licensed therapists in Texas. As you compare therapists, look at whether they are accepting new patients, offer scheduling that fits your calendar, provide a free phone consultation, and explicitly mention LGBTQIA+ populations in their bios. Bios can also show how a therapist describes their style, communication, and experience.

Therapy in Amarillo can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists who match your preferences, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and offer upfront cost estimates before you book. You can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.