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LGBT therapists in Brownsville, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Brownsville, TX

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Brownsville with 2,560 affirming, open-minded mental health providers who understand your unique experiences. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers experienced in supporting gender and sexual identity journeys, with many offering free consultations and flexible scheduling.

Hilary Settlemire

Hilary Settlemire

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy is make sure that is client centered and working on you to become your best self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sofie Cardinal

Sofie Cardinal

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I strive to serve as your witness and mirror, assist you to tap into your body's innate wisdom, find reverence for ways you have learned to protect yourself...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tatianna Chin

Tatianna Chin

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“Therapy with me can make life feel hopeful again. You can feel confident about your next steps and be able to communicate your needs and wants clearly.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Esther Aruna

Esther Aruna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • DeSoto, TX


“I value providing empathetic, kind, and culturally sensitive care, and medication management if indicated.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Thomas Harwell

Thomas Harwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wichita Falls, TX


“I understand struggle, and have worked through many of my own problems along the way. I understand topics such as anxiety, depression, and addiction from my own personal experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Dunn

Emily Dunn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“I strive to be a culturally competent counselor, and specialize in working with populations across the gender and sexual spectrum, as well as neurodivergent individuals, and those with chronic pain, chronic illness, and disabilities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marina Randall

Marina Randall

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership built on trust, honesty, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Vencent Gardner

Vencent Gardner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Arlington, TX


Hi, I’m a licensed therapist who helps people feel more grounded, supported, and in control of their lives. I have a strong background in clinical social work and training in evidence‐based approaches that support healing and real change. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, relationship stress, and helping clients build healthier patterns. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chanley Dollgener

Chanley Dollgener

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“It is my belief and experience that you will get more out of your life if you are willing to embrace who you are and move forward as your true, authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Cesario

Anthony Cesario

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“It was my work mentoring LGBTQIA+ adolescents that led to me going back to school to earn my master's degree in counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marilia Araujo

Marilia Araujo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Allen, TX


Hi, I’m Marilia. I offer therapy in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and I strive to create a calm, welcoming space where you feel heard and respected. I help clients work through anxiety, depression, relationship stress, life changes, and emotional pain. My goal is to help you feel less alone, better understood, and more supported as you take steps toward healing.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
John Yowell

John Yowell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach incorporates existential therapy, DBT, and traditional psychotherapy to provide you with extensive support on your path to healing and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaitlyn Russell

Kaitlyn Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in working with adults experiencing PTSD, complex trauma, dissociation, addiction, and women's mental health concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rowan Brown

Rowan Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My work is grounded in trauma-informed care, and I draw from EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and CBT to support healing in a way that feels practical, compassionate, and tailored to your needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Snehalkumar Patel

Dr. Snehalkumar Patel

Psychiatrist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


“I believe that mental health care should be collaborative. I take the time to understand your concerns in depth, explain treatment options clearly, and work with you to create a plan that aligns with your goals and values.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
José Garza

José Garza

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have a strengths-based approach to therapy. I believe that we all have wisdom from our life experiences to create the life we want.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stephanie Martinez

Stephanie Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rockport, TX


“I understand that every individual is unique as well as their situation and their therapy should be tailored to their specific needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Williams Viana

Sarah Williams Viana

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“I believe the relationship between the therapist and client is the most important part of therapy and I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, understood, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jameeka Moore

Dr. Jameeka Moore

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“I use evidence based (supported by research) treatment approaches (CBT, ERP and ACT) while working with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ivy Lamb

Ivy Lamb

Therapist

Virtual • Schertz, TX


“I believe therapy works best when you can actually be yourself — messy parts, dark humor, big feelings, and all.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emily Ilseng

Emily Ilseng

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hi, I'm Emily, I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, relationship concerns, and feelings of being overwhelmed or stuck. I also work with couples who are looking to improve communication, rebuild trust after infidelity or betrayal, strengthen emotional connection, or prepare for marriage.

My goal is to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and accepted without judgment. I believe therapy should feel collaborative and personalized, not one-size-fits-all. Whether you're facing a specific challenge or simply feeling disconnected from yourself or others, I'm here to help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aaron Sahle

Aaron Sahle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I am deeply committed to providing patient-centered care. This means taking the time to listen to your concerns, building trust, and developing personalized treatment plans tailored to your unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tiffani Sullivan

Tiffani Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe counseling and therapy should be a collaborative approach that allows you to explore concepts important to you freely.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jean-Marie Schweizer

Jean-Marie Schweizer

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work from an existential-humanistic perspective, focusing on individuals' meaning-making and recognizing their strive toward self-actualization.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scotty Gilmore

Scotty Gilmore

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My role as a counselor isn't to hand you answers but to walk alongside you as a fellow traveler, helping you reconnect with that inner wisdom.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dolores Ituarte Valenzuela

Dolores Ituarte Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • El Paso, TX


“By using a strength-based therapeutic approach that works with people who are struggling to find positive life changes, together, we will focus on your individual qualities, abilities, and skills; empowering you and helping you to develop positive...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Riddhi Sevak-Patel

Riddhi Sevak-Patel

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can finally exhale, where you don't have to filter your thoughts, explain yourself repeatedly, or feel judged for where you are in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Giovanni Castillo-Gomez

Giovanni Castillo-Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative and rooted in evidence-based techniques centering the therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sandra Crisp

Sandra Crisp

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“That experience gave me a deep understanding of what it's like to live with invisible pain—physical and emotional—and how hard it can be to feel seen and supported while you're trying to hold everything together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Renata Rhodes

Renata Rhodes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Plano, TX


If you’re the one everyone depends on but you feel anxious, burned out, or emotionally drained, you don’t have to keep pushing through alone. I work with adults who are high-functioning on the outside but overwhelmed on the inside, especially women, professionals, parents, caregivers, and veterans navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, burnout, and major life transitions.

I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and over 20 years of experience across diverse healthcare settings. As a veteran, I bring personal understanding of military culture and chronic stress. My approach is collaborative, culturally responsive, and judgment-free, blending evidence-based medication management with supportive, real-world conversation.

If you’re looking for care that feels thoughtful, respectful, and tailored to your life, not rushed or one-size-fits-all, invite you to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward feeling more grounded and supported.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Deborah Guerra

Deborah Guerra

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


It’s so nice to meet you. I believe that taking care of your mental health is an important part of living a balanced and fulfilling life. As a licensed professional counselor, I’ve spent years helping children, teens, and adults work through challenges like depression, anxiety, and everyday stress. My goal is to create a warm and supportive space where you can feel comfortable, understood, and ready to take steps toward feeling better.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanya Ault-Hayslip

Tanya Ault-Hayslip

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Austin, TX


“I believe in a personalized, relational approach to therapy... walk alongside you as you reconnect with your truest self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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 8 insurance carriers
Gina Burnley

Gina Burnley

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy should be tailored to the individual. I draw from several evidence-based approaches, including Relational Gestalt Therapy...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jessica Guillory

Jessica Guillory

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My evidence-based and highly relational approach to healing assumes that you have the tools inside to be the person you want to be.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 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
Grace Okugbere

Grace Okugbere

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage, and I am proud of you for starting to work toward a more fulfilling and happier life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chelseyah Bolden

Chelseyah Bolden

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am passionate about working with clients who are confronting everyday stressors, adjustment to change, relationship issues, trauma, self-esteem, multicultural concerns, and LGBTQIA+ issues.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Dahle

Kathleen Dahle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“Kathleen prioritizes a collaborative approach with her clients to ensure individualized holistic care that is evidence/recovery-based, compassionate, and goal-oriented.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Alexander

Justin Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable, supported, and understood—whether you're coming to therapy with a specific concern or just looking for a place to talk and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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