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LGBT therapists in Desoto, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Desoto, TX

DeSoto residents seeking LGBTQIA+-affirming mental health care can access Headway's extensive network of empowering providers. We accept 70+ insurance plans nationally, with sessions as low as $0 for many patients. Book your free intake call to get started.

Christine Homs

Christine Homs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Cedar Hill, TX


“I believe in a trauma-informed approach that focuses on understanding what happened to my clients, rather than pathologizing their experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kimberly Pearson

Dr. Kimberly Pearson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I am a trauma focused therapist who assist clients with eliminating behaviors that leads to self-defeating or societal-defeating consequences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angela Sanchez

Angela Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“I have used cognitive behavior therapy to work through intrusive thoughts or negative self talk to improve client's mood and symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lindsey Steger

Lindsey Steger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“I specialize in working with adolescents and adults (couples and individual) with particular expertise in ASD, ADHD, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Maegan Stewart

Maegan Stewart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Cedar Hill, TX


I work hard to create a safe, empathic, and authentic environment. I believe I can best help clients by listening to their story and being a fellow traveler in their lives. I have found a passion for working with a great array of individuals but particularly enjoy working with families, couples, the LGBTQ+ community, and sex therapy. I find the best work I do is simply when I connect with a client. I have my masters from SMU and have done specialized training in Gottman, EFT, and sex therapy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Megan Pierce

Megan Pierce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Midlothian, TX


my clients will be cared for and paid attention to

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Margaret Felty

Margaret Felty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“I am a licensed mental health professional in Texas with 36 years of experience, specializing in trauma, abuse, grief, depression, and compassion fatigue.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Angela Ott

Angela Ott

Therapist

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


“I believe therapy is not about changing who you are. It is about developing a deeper understanding of yourself, recognizing your strengths, learning effective tools, and creating meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ash Milam

Ash Milam

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I want my clients to understand that therapy is not about finding "what is wrong with you". It is about finding out "what is right with you".”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jim Ming

Jim Ming

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“I specialize in working with stressed-out professionals, career challenges, and workplace-connected trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tina Herrera

Tina Herrera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Mansfield, TX


“I take a direct yet empowering approach to therapy, grounded in the belief that each client is the expert of their own life and fully capable of meaningful growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Olivier Djoumessi

Dr. Olivier Djoumessi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Mansfield, TX


“He believes that collaborative care, where patients actively participate in their treatment plans, yields the best outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Gidion Buma, Dnp, Pmhnp-Bc

Dr. Gidion Buma, Dnp, Pmhnp-Bc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Arlington, TX


“A thorough evaluation, understanding of your diagnosis, and a treatment plan with options that you are comfortable with to start healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Philip Valentinetti

Philip Valentinetti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Dallas, TX


If you’re considering therapy, chances are something in your life isn’t working the way you want it to. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck in familiar patterns, disconnected from yourself or the people around you, or simply ready for something to change.

I work with people navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, people-pleasing and conflict avoidance, trauma, grief, identity concerns, life transitions, and difficulty expressing what they need or want. My goal isn’t to fit you into a box or tell you who you should become. It’s to understand what life is like for you, what is getting in your way, and where you want to go from here.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rana Amini

Rana Amini

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I'm a trauma therapist with a deep commitment to supporting those who feel unseen, unsupported and overburdened by cultural, familial, and societal expectations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samia Geraghty

Samia Geraghty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I am an integrative therapist with over twenty years of experience working with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, work-place stress, trauma and the LGBTQIA community.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Meagan Berger

Meagan Berger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Mansfield, TX


“Therapy can be a place to slow down, feel heard without judgment, and begin making sense of what you're experiencing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Vencent Gardner

Vencent Gardner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • 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 10 insurance carriers
LaToya Prevost

LaToya Prevost

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Mesquite, TX


“My goal is to meet you where you are by providing a non-judgmental and safe environment, so you can explore your feelings...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lisa Ciminelli

Lisa Ciminelli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Pantego, TX


“My style is dependent on who is sitting in front of me. When working with clients struggling with Addiction, I can be very direct.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Theresa Bayley

Theresa Bayley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Arlington, TX


“I am a Christian Counselor with 30 years of experience in the Medical field as a Social Worker and 15 years in a private practice as a Psychotherapist.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Wendy Watts

Wendy Watts

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I believe therapy is not just a place to unpack pain, but also a sacred ground for growth, resilience, and reconnection.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanne Franks

Joanne Franks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I work with my clients to feel confident in their ability to embrace being the expert of their own lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kaneaster Hodges

Kaneaster Hodges

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • 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
Dr. Cedric Wood

Dr. Cedric Wood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I have created a full epistemology of relationships that consists of modules that I hand out for my clients to use at home.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Carol Doss

Dr. Carol Doss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Pantego, TX


I have a Ph.D in Counseling. I've been a therapist since 1984 and I listen very well. I help clients with anxiety, depression and relationship issues and more.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
James Greenwald

James Greenwald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Dallas, TX


Hi, I'm James Greenwald, a licensed professional counselor with 10+ years of experience in both private practice and public mental health services here in North Texas. I'm a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary, and my training centers on concepts and skills from dialectical behavioral and family systems models of therapy. I specialize in assisting clients struggling with depression, anxiety, patterns of addiction, life transitions, boundaries, and various levels of trauma recovery.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Laura Rosser

Laura Rosser

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Arlington, TX


“My style is warm, affirming, direct, and solution-oriented. I will support you while also respectfully challenging avoidance, assumptions, and patterns that may be getting in the way of the growth you desire.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Debra Singleton

Debra Singleton

Therapist

In-person • 21 mi away • Arlington, TX


Hi, I’m Debra. Life’s challenges can sometimes leave us feeling disconnected from who we truly are. I believe that each person’s story matters, and I bring a genuine curiosity and compassion to understanding the experiences that have shaped you.

Together, we can explore your personal narrative, identify patterns that may no longer serve you, and build on the strengths you already possess. I work with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, mood disorders, life transitions, and the everyday challenges that can impact well-being. My goal is to provide a supportive, collaborative space where you can gain insight, find healing, and move toward a life that feels more authentic and aligned with your values.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jocelyn Chavez

Jocelyn Chavez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Arlington, TX


“As a proud queer Hispanic therapist, my passion is to work with LGBTQAI+ and Hispanic individuals through tough life experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Love

Alexis Love

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Arlington, TX


“I am a Millenial, African American Neurodivergent woman, born in the South and raised under the Christian faith.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shelly Ramsey-Powers

Shelly Ramsey-Powers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Arlington, TX


“My core belief is that every person is precious and valuable, regardless of their behavior, how they feel or how they have been treated.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Randy Gibson

Randy Gibson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Farmers Branch, TX


“I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for almost three decades, using cognitive-behavioral techniques to treat adults and children.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Alefiyah Bharmal

Alefiyah Bharmal

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Irving, TX


“We use evidence based models of treatment at our practice such as CBT, ACT, DBT, Solution Focused...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Deb Bushong

Deb Bushong

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I have spent my entire career working in both the research and clinical sectors of treatment for Psychotic disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Branch

Amy Branch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Grapevine, TX


“I love to help neurodivergent children, teens, and adults learn to embrace their most authentic selves...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brendel Doss

Dr. Brendel Doss

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Colleyville, TX


“My approach is direct, honest, and warm. It's my goal to walk with my clients towards the life and experience they want for themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. David LaBrie

Dr. David LaBrie

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Dallas, TX


“Fostering curiosity, inspiring hope and developing a concrete path for success are the foundational elements of your therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Corby Jackson

Corby Jackson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Dallas, TX


“My approach to therapy is centered around empowering you to discover and affirm your true self, guided by the purpose you seek in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Micaela Gasser

Micaela Gasser

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I help young humans (and their parents) to achieve wellness encompassing mind, body, and soul in order to fulfill their individual purposes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Desoto, TX
There are over 27 therapists in Desoto, TX accepting new patients.
27+
Average years in practice
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13 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 93%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 81%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 70%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 4%Farsi
  • 4%French
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 63%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 4%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 30%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy

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