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LGBT therapists in Forney, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Forney, TX

Headway connects Forney residents exploring gender and sexual identity with warm, creative providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ mental health. Access therapy and medication management through our platform, with sessions as soon as the next day and average savings of 75% on care.

Marci Zago

Marci Zago

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore what's getting in the way and build practical tools to feel more confident and balanced.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon O'Donnell

Shannon O'Donnell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that each persons story is unique, and I strive to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
David Cortez

David Cortez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


You look like you have it together—but inside, your relationship feels strained, communication breaks down, or anxiety and overthinking take over. Whether you’re a couple stuck in the same arguments, a teen struggling emotionally, or an adult feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to figure this out alone. I provide therapy in San Antonio for couples, teens, and adults who want real, lasting change. I specialize in “couples therapy,” “teen counseling,” and “therapy for anxiety and relationship issues,” helping clients improve communication, manage emotions, and break unhealthy patterns.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Charlotte Brandvig

Charlotte Brandvig

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kimberly Sterling

Kimberly Sterling

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe in meeting patients where they are in their mental health journey. My approach is individualized, honest, and nonjudgmental.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sandra Villarreal

Sandra Villarreal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Universal City, TX


“I have over 20 years of experience working with youth, family issues and members of the LGBTQ community.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Tatrina Bailey-Josephs

Tatrina Bailey-Josephs

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes therapy should be a space where you feel heard, respected, and understood—not judged. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship and communication challenges, anger, life transitions, trauma, and other emotional or behavioral concerns.

I bring a warm, compassionate, and down-to-earth approach to therapy. I recognize that every person’s experiences are different, and I take the time to understand your story, strengths, challenges, and goals. My role is not to tell you how to live your life, but to help you gain insight, develop healthier ways of coping, and feel more confident navigating the challenges in front of you.

Whether you are struggling with something that has been weighing on you for years or simply need support navigating a difficult season, you do not have to figure it all out alone.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kassey McDonald

Kassey McDonald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Longview, TX


“I believe you are the expert on your own experiences, and my role is to walk alongside you as we explore what is happening in your life and what matters most to you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Haley Demaree

Haley Demaree

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I take an empathic, intuitive, and non-judgmental stance in therapy; providing space for my clients to explore themselves and their relationships...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
May Zhou

May Zhou

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Houston. I specialize in helping adults and older adults navigate workplace stress, family challenges, and emotional wellbeing. My areas of focus include career burnout, work-life balance, anxiety, depression, intimate partner violence, divorce, caregiving stress, and cross-cultural adjustment.

I believe every person carries an inner strength that can be uncovered and nurtured. In therapy, I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can share your story, build resilience, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dishonda Hopkins

Dishonda Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


With over a decade of experience, I offer tailored therapy for diverse challenges: Disruptive Behavior, Parental Stress, LGBTQIA Support, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Relationships, Grief, Life Transitions, BIPOC Concerns, and Personal Growth. I use a holistic approach integrating Trauma-Informed Care, CBT, and Behavior Therapy. Let's work towards healing and growth together!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angelina Martinez

Angelina Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I believe therapy should feel less like performing and more like finally being able to exhale. My approach is warm, collaborative, insight-oriented, and rooted in genuine human connection. I specialize in psychoanalytic and narrative therapy, helping clients explore the deeper patterns, relationships, experiences, and stories that shape how they move through the world. Together, we work to uncover the “why” beneath recurring emotions, behaviors, relationship dynamics, and internal conflicts while also rewriting narratives that no longer serve you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kris Oldham

Kris Oldham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I take a holistic, patient-centered approach—focusing not just on symptom relief, but on helping clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to achieve lasting mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shannon Tantillo

Shannon Tantillo

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work well with individuals trying to get and remain sober with secular or 12 step recovery styles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
LaMonica Armond

LaMonica Armond

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My ultimate desire as a counseling professional is to assist my clients in accessing the strength and power within themselves to change their thoughts, behaviors and look toward a better future.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Gyang

Elizabeth Gyang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


Hi, I’m Elizabeth Gyang, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master of Science in Nursing. I provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in a supportive and judgment-free environment.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other mental health challenges. My approach is personalized, collaborative, and focused on helping each individual achieve emotional wellness and improved quality of life.

I believe every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported. My goal is to empower you and your family with the tools and guidance needed to navigate life's challenges and build lasting resilience.

I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward healing and wellness—one step at a time.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kathy Stringfellow

Kathy Stringfellow

Therapist

Virtual • Mount Pleasant, TX


“Working collaboratively, I like to have the client set goals to help guide therapy as well as practice coping skills to help with stressors in their life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Na Mi Cho

Na Mi Cho

Therapist

Virtual • Sugar Land, TX


“I believe every person deserves a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Fabiola Mendoza Bautista

Fabiola Mendoza Bautista

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I truly believe that healing starts with connection and that everyone has the strength within them to grow, no matter where they're starting from.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cecily Fernandez

Cecily Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My style balances empathy with accountability—I meet clients where they are, while helping them move toward where they want to be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessica Andrews

Jessica Andrews

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I have worked in the mental health field for over 15 years. I have worked with several different clientele including age ranges. I specialize in teenagers, LGBTQ+, women issues and young adults 18-55.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Paul Williams

Paul Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe healing begins with honest conversations. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore life's challenges...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cynthia Williams

Cynthia Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“I've spent 20 years doing this work — and I've also lived it. I know what it's like to manage a mental health diagnosis, survive loss, and rebuild.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
John Williams

John Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I want therapy to feel steady, respectful, and human—somewhere you can speak honestly, feel safe enough to let your guard down, and leave with a stronger sense of your own direction.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Daniela Romero

Daniela Romero

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients can build coping skills, gain insight, and work toward meaningful growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Blackson

Melissa Blackson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and able to show up as you are without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ricardo Aleman

Ricardo Aleman

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and affirmed—and it's incredibly courageous to take that first step toward support.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Patricia Sanchez

Patricia Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hi, I obtained my bachelor's degree in art with a focus on Psychology and a master's in counseling. I am also nationally certified as a trauma therapist. I have served many populations ranging from children as young as 4 to people transitioning in end of life care. I have worked in the non-profit sector, private practice and as a mental health presenter. These experiences have provided me with opportunities to serve diverse populations with an array of needs.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Alexander

Sarah Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is compassionate, empathetic but not enabling. I believe recovery is possible for every individual.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Grow

Elizabeth Grow

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Stress, burnout, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, or the pressure of constantly holding it all together - sound familiar? My clients are ambitious, capable people who are quietly struggling, and seek not only to feel better but also to understand themselves better in the process.

My approach is warm, inquisitive, and solution-oriented.

If your goal is to strengthen relationships, navigate life transitions, and create a life that feels more connected, meaningful, and sustainable, then I'm your huckleberry. Whether you're navigating a challenging season, feeling stuck, or simply looking to live more intentionally, our work together will be a space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alyce Martin

Alyce Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My counseling style is warm and client centered. After all the years of counseling experience, my greatest joy is seeing my clients recognize their own strengths...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Patricia Shipp

Patricia Shipp

Therapist

Virtual • Big Spring, TX


“My hope is after each session, clients feel better than when they first arrived and feel that they are making progress while in a safe, caring environment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Al-Nisa Bailey

Al-Nisa Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that seeking support is not a sign of weakness; it's a profound act of courage and self-care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Holly Karchaske

Holly Karchaske

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“When confronting an issue head-on, I believe that you are hiring me to tell you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eva Ojeda

Eva Ojeda

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish) specializing in adolescents, children, and families, with additional experience supporting adults.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacquelyn Shair

Jacquelyn Shair

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“She has over eleven (11) years of professional experience working with clients of all ages who are struggling to cope with conditions or concerns related to family conflict, Anxiety, Depression, Anger Regulation, Relationships, ADHD, Behavioral...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dillon Addison

Dillon Addison

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), using evidence-based techniques to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Veronica Martin-Perkins

Dr. Veronica Martin-Perkins

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My mission is to use my experience, specialized training, and education to provide meaningful mental health support to individuals facing trauma or life's unexpected challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Savannah Knott

Savannah Knott

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy should feel like a conversation, not an interrogation. My style is person-centered, warm and genuine, and sometimes sprinkled with humor because healing doesn't have to happen in a perfectly serious room.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Carlos Diaz-Lazaro

Dr. Carlos Diaz-Lazaro

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“My style is warm, active, and respectful. I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be fully yourself, make sense of what you are carrying, and begin to build new ways of coping, relating, and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Forney, TX
There are over 22 therapists in Forney, TX accepting new patients.
22+
Average years in practice
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13 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 95%Anxiety
  • 95%Relationship issues
  • 86%Stress management
  • 86%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 86%Ascension
  • 82%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 5%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 68%Woman
  • 27%Man
  • 5%Non-binary
License types
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  • 77%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 14%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 23%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 18%Couples therapy

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