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LGBT therapists in Austin, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Austin, TX

Austin's vibrant LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental healthcare. Headway offers flexible sessions across neighborhoods like Downtown, South Congress, and East Austin, with 2,586 providers ready to support your wellness journey.

James Germany

James Germany

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.5 mi away • Austin, TX


“My specialty is treating trauma, anxiety, depression, complex grief, relationship issues, and prolonged stress from an experiential therapy lens.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gabrielle Racz

Gabrielle Racz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • Austin, TX


“I provide a warm, supportive, and affirming space where clients can explore anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, family conflict, identity exploration, and life transitions at a pace that feels comfortable and manageable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marvin Hughes

Marvin Hughes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • Austin, TX


Some of my passions include working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ folks. I enjoy working with individuals and couples. I have additional training on Emotion Focused Therapy allowing me to connect with attachment needs and help heal through establishing a secure attachment in relationships.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Macie Ponseigo

Macie Ponseigo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • Austin, TX


Starting this journey—whether it feels overwhelming, hopeful, or somewhere in between—takes courage, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-worth, and the lasting impact of early family dynamics.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gracie Ramsdell

Gracie Ramsdell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Austin, TX


“If you have ever stayed up late asking yourself, "Why am I here?" or "What's the point?" then you have found a good companion for that journey with me.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Wilson

Melissa Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Austin, TX


“The foundation of my practice is Strength Based. Having been in practice since 1997 I have experienced that while clients can identify their problem areas they have difficulty identifying their strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mary Behle

Mary Behle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away • 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
Linze Pattison

Linze Pattison

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Austin, TX


“I believe validation is the key to healing and we will work together to validate all the parts of you that are hurt, so that you can become balanced, validated and healed.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Matthew Dewit

Matthew Dewit

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • W Lake Hills, TX


Feeling stuck? Wanting more connections? It's hard to build and maintain relationships. I work with clients to analyze themselves and how they interact with others. You'll build confidence and communication skills that you can apply to all relationships, while lowering anxiety and managing depression.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Billie Beard

Billie Beard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • 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
Carol Hernandez

Carol Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.5 mi away • Austin, TX


I'm Carol Hernandez, a bilingual therapist, mother, and proud Latina woman deeply connected to my culture and community. I grew up between Southern California and the Rio Grande Valley, went to college at UTRGV in South Texas and did my graduate studies at Baylor University. Over the past five years, I've gotten to work in all kinds of settings such as hospitals, inpatient and outpatient programs, and alongside medical teams, which has given me a pretty wide view of how mental health shows up in people's lives. I love working with BIPOC, LGBTQ+, immigrant, and neurodivergent communities. I specialize in issues of anxiety, depression, chronic stress, trauma, big life changes, grief, post partum depression, or just feeling overwhelmed and not feeling like yourself.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laura Woelfel

Laura Woelfel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Austin, TX


“My goal is that after our first session together the client will feel listened to, understood, and feel empowered to make changes...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kathleen Stanton

Kathleen Stanton

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Austin, TX


“I see my role as providing a supportive therapeutic space to foster growth, healing, and healthy relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Pamela Poulter

Pamela Poulter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.4 mi away • Austin, TX


“I aim to provide a warm, accepting environment where you can explore your feelings without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Hur

Jennifer Hur

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • West Lake Hills, TX


“My approach is rooted in trust and collaboration. In our initial sessions, we'll work together to establish a safe, supportive environment where you can feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ben Meyers

Ben Meyers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Austin, TX


“I believe therapy should be a place where you can better understand yourself, not feel like you have to become someone else.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Benn

Samantha Benn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Austin, TX


“I specialize in helping adults heal from childhood trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, and low self-worth using a relational, culturally responsive approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Seth Houdeshell

Seth Houdeshell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Austin, TX


“I strive to create an environment that provides warmth and humor in order to provide the comfort required to address life's difficult problems.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kelsey Balaban

Kelsey Balaban

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • Austin, TX


“I'm convinced that we heal and grow in relationship and think that therapy should be thoughtful, creative, and dynamic.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sean Taggersell

Sean Taggersell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Austin, TX


I come from a systems and person-centered background, with a masters degree in Social Work. I am fully credentialed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and use a relational approach to meet my clients where they are at.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Webb

Samantha Webb

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Austin, TX


I earned my M.Ed. in Counselor Education from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA. My path into the counseling field has been shaped by a deep passion for both the healing process and holistic wellness. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work in various levels of care, including residential and intensive outpatient settings, where I gained invaluable clinical experience and a deeper appreciation for mental health care..

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Rowell

James Rowell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Austin, TX


“My approach to counseling is person-centered, authentic, and affirming. I work from a relational-cultural perspective.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jordan Rossi

Jordan Rossi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Austin, TX


I have a M.A. in Professional Counseling and a B.S. in Psychology. I've received training in EMDR and mindfulness. Over the last twelve years I’ve worked in the mental health field while in a variety of settings. Including a non-profit agency, university setting, drug & alcohol center, private practice, research lab, and psychiatric hospital. These settings showed how mental health impacts people with various backgrounds and identities.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Austin Parsons

Austin Parsons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Austin, TX


“I believe that change happens in the context of relationships. Our therapeutic relationship will work to ease your distress and equip you towards transformation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Stacey

Brian Stacey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5 mi away • Austin, TX


After 15 years in tech marketing, I went to the University of Texas at Arlington to earn my Master's in Social Work. Upon graduation, I worked toward my clinical license at a Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Program. Here, I worked with clients with severe mental health problems to find stability and gain the tools necessary to find success in life after program. This setting allowed me to work across the full spectrum of mental health issues, specifically with mood and personality disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, psychosis, and other high-acuity issues.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lilli Correll

Lilli Correll

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • Austin, TX


“I will show up fully present, genuinely curious about you, and deeply committed to helping you understand your story — and find your way forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jasmonae Joyriel

Jasmonae Joyriel

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 2.5 mi away • Austin, TX


“I work with clients who struggle to make friends, who want to save a dying relationship, or who need to get their sex life off life support.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kiran Avasthi Ward

Kiran Avasthi Ward

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away • Austin, TX


I work well with children, adolescents and adults, parents, couples and families. I work with helping people improve their self concept, eliminating negative thoughts that disturb our peace of mind. I help people through transitions in their life, trauma, whether that be changes in school/work, relationships, grief and loss, moves, retirement, recreating themselves etc. I help individuals, couples and families communicate in a way that betters their interpersonal relationships. I work with past grief and traumas that get in the way of healthy life functioning. I help people move toward a balanced and happier overall way of life.

I offer an interpersonal style of therapy and I use many modalities and much experience to help individuals, couples and families work through difficulties they may be facing or helping work toward living a more aware, peaceful life. Check out my website for more information. My clients say that they are put at ease with me immediately and I help them.

I am here to listen with a trained ear and help with a easy warmth that will allow you to be gentler with yourself as you become the you that you dreamed to be.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kelly Signer

Kelly Signer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • Austin, TX


Hi! I'm Kelly (she/they). In the past, I've worked at hospices and crisis centers; I'm passionate about creating space to hold the heavy parts of life. My expertise lies in grief counseling, and I work with all different kinds of loss. I currently work in private practice, and I see both individuals and couples. I enjoy working with teens and young adults, queer and trans folx, and neurodivergent clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and existential dread.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Morgun Custer

Dr. Morgun Custer

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Austin, TX


“My therapeutic approach is compassionate, honest, and direct. I provide feedback you need to hear to make progress...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felix Barnhart

Felix Barnhart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Austin, TX


I welcome EVERYONE to my practice. I hope your experience working with me is affirming, safe and empowering. I have been working in the mental health field for 20 years and specialize in trauma treatment. I utilize different therapy modalities for different people but love incorporating EMDR in my work.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Garrett Lathan

Garrett Lathan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • Austin, TX


“I listen and engage you in ways which punctuate the uniqueness of your personality and what has caused you to seek out help.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jack Betancourt

Jack Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Austin, TX


“I believe symptoms are often more than something to eliminate—they can be our mind and body's attempt to adapt, protect us, or make sense of difficult experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karina Baltazar-Durán

Karina Baltazar-Durán

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Austin, TX


I have an extensive background in treating individuals, couples, & families. I've contributed to local & national articles on topics of relationships, families, self worth, & stress. I create a relational, connective space to help you tune into your resiliency & energy, to gain back the emotional stability you're seeking. I specialize in bringing families together, assisting you uncover barriers to rifts with one another, and helping you reconnect to a bonded unit. Hablo español!

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Noland

Cindy Noland

Therapist

In-person • 8.3 mi away • Austin, TX


With a collaborative, creative and strengths-focused approach, I provide therapy to individuals and couples, covering issues including resolving troubles, communicating effectively, meeting challenges, or dealing with addiction. I’m a licensed professional counselor, and my integrative and holistic approach is able to help you with a very broad range of topics.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emma Holder

Emma Holder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • West Lake Hills, TX


Hi, Im an LCSW who specializes in DBT, RO- DBT and EMDR. I work with folks struggling to regulate their emotions as well as people wanting to gain better access to their emotions. I work with adolescents and adults and love working with folks who are neurodivergent (ADHD and Autism).

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaime Nichols

Jaime Nichols

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Austin, TX


“My aim as a therapist is to work with individuals, couples, triads, and families in a way that celebrates their uniqueness and "incurable deviance."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Bill Deggs

Bill Deggs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Bee Cave, TX


“I spent several years on a journey to improve my own mental health recovering from panic disorder and general anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brandon Tate

Brandon Tate

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pflugerville, TX


Professionally, I have spent a decade in education (five years as a classroom teacher and five years as a school counselor). This is my third year as a therapist outside of the school setting.

For my masters degree, I attended Texas State University in San Marcos, TX (Eat 'em up cats!). At Texas State, I completed my MA in Professional Counseling with two focuses: school counseling and clinical mental health.

As a former educator, the populations I support include adolescents, young adults, educators, parents/guardians, and caretakers.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Whitehair

Margaret Whitehair

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Austin, TX


“I want to help you get to "thrive", to free up that energy that is locked in the past, in the stories we tell ourselves...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Austin, TX

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Austin, TX
There are over 55 therapists in Austin, TX accepting new patients.
55+
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
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 65%Cigna
  • 56%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 45%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 44%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 2%German
  • 2%Romanian
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 62%Woman
  • 38%Man
License types
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  • 51%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 7%Psychologist
  • 2%Advanced Practice Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 18%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

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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 a LGBTQIA Therapist in Austin

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Austin starts with looking for identity-affirming care. The right therapist should have experience supporting LGBTQIA+ people and concerns such as identity exploration, coming out, family or relationship stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. As you compare options, look for therapists who mention affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or LGBTQIA+-affirming counseling in their profiles. These details can help you find support that matches your needs beyond basic clinical training.

Austin has many therapists across areas like Downtown, East Austin, South Congress, and North Austin, but more options can make it harder to narrow your search. Virtual appointments can also expand access to LGBTQIA+ therapy in Austin, especially if you want a therapist with specific experience in inclusive counseling, LGBTQIA+ couples counseling, or gender-affirming support. Before booking, review each therapist’s bio for details about their approach, availability, identity-affirming experience, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.

Therapy in Austin can be a significant cost without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find Austin therapists who are accepting new patients and match your preferences. You can enter your insurance details to confirm coverage for your specific plan, see estimated costs upfront, review therapist bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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