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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Katy, TX

Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Katy is easier with Headway's network of 2,728 licensed providers trained in gender identity and sexual orientation support. Flexible sessions, insurance coverage, and free intake calls help you connect with the right fit for your mental health journey.

Michelle Cruz

Michelle Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of experience partnering with adolescents, adults of all ages and families. I am bilingual so I offer therapy in english and spanish.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kira Riley

Kira Riley

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe you are the expert of your life experiences, and it is my role to help you redefine your narrative to better suit who you are and who you are becoming.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vivia Brown

Vivia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Shenandoah, TX


Taking the step to seek support isn’t easy, and I want to honor the courage it takes to be here. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Life Coach, and retired Army veteran who believes caring for your mental health is essential to living a balanced, fulfilling life. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves. I work with teens and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or major life transitions, and I strive to meet you with respect, compassion, and understanding.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
BriAnn Williams

BriAnn Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Houston, TX


“I believe therapy should feel like a real, supportive conversation — not something overly clinical or intimidating.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alexis Love

Alexis Love

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Robert Owens

Dr. Robert Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy is holistic and strengths-based. In therapy, we will focus on wellness across six domains: occupational, mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, and social.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ruth Oluwole

Ruth Oluwole

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachael Brooks

Rachael Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused. Together, we'll identify patterns, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and develop practical skills you can continue using long after therapy ends.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Misty Witten

Misty Witten

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


Thank you for visiting Little Light Wellness!

I am a board certified nurse practitioner in both psychiatry and family medicine. I received my Bachelors of Nursing through UT Austin in 2008 and my Family Nurse Practitioner Masters degree through UT Austin in 2014. I have spent the last 11 years treating patients with complex autoimmune medical conditions in an outpatient infusion setting.

In 2024, after realizing a need for holistic psychiatric care for my patients, I received my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification through Johns Hopkins University.

I created Little Light Wellness to integrate my passions for authentic, down-to-earth care, education, and empowering collaborative approaches to psychiatric treatment. My goal is to create a safe space for you to feel truly seen, heard, and understood as we discover what treatment paths work best for you on your mental wellness journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kelci Ellis

Kelci Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


I believe therapy is a space where you don’t have to hold everything together on your own. Many of the women I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or unsure of who they are becoming after life transitions, relational wounds, or long-standing expectations placed on them. You may be functioning on the outside, yet internally feel anxious, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you.

I specialize in working with women navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and the emotional impact of trauma—both big, defining moments and the quieter, cumulative experiences that shape how we see ourselves and others. A core focus of my work is supporting minority women and those experiencing identity rupture—the feeling of losing, questioning, or redefining who you are due to cultural pressures, relational conflict, motherhood, systemic stress, or major life transitions.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Schlimmer

Dr. Elizabeth Schlimmer

Psychologist

Virtual • Corpus Christi, TX


“My approach is collaborative and strengths‐based, grounded in respect for each person's lived experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Valdez

Samantha Valdez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with clinical experience providing counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults presenting with a range of mental health concerns, including trauma-related symptoms, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and interpersonal difficulties. I have worked with diverse populations and across varying levels of clinical acuity.

My clinical approach is trauma-informed and evidence-based, integrating cognitive-behavioral and skills-focused interventions to support emotional regulation, symptom management, and insight development. I prioritize establishing a therapeutic environment that is collaborative, structured, and emotionally safe, allowing clients to engage in treatment at an appropriate and clinically indicated pace.

I am committed to providing ethical, client-centered care and supporting individuals across the lifespan in improving psychological functioning, resilience, and overall well-being.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isaac De La Torre

Isaac De La Torre

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I see therapy as a collaborative process where clients can feel safe, encouraged, and empowered to better understand themselves, strengthen their coping, and create meaningful growth in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Fatin Dubaybo

Fatin Dubaybo

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am particularly passionate about being inclusive and multiculturally competent; I recognize that our many intersecting identities play a role in how we experience the world...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Paige Jones

Paige Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Austin, TX


“I specialize in EMDR and also use talk therapy, CBT, DBT, and my training in personality disorders to support your healing in a grounded, practical way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Desiree Ortega

Desiree Ortega

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“At the core of my practice is the belief that healing happens within authentic, compassionate, and secure relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lisa McKenna

Lisa McKenna

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Her approach is warm, affirming, and direct—creating a space where clients feel supported while also gaining the clarity and direction needed for meaningful, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Katina Walker

Katina Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My practice centers on helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of trauma, anxiety, and reproductive mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kali Hammond

Kali Hammond

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Therapy should be as unique as YOU are, & my approach is warm, integrative, holistic, & designed to evolve to be exactly what YOU need at any given time!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eshana Watson-Gholar, Lcsw, Pmh-C

Eshana Watson-Gholar, Lcsw, Pmh-C

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My therapeutic style is grounded in empathy and empowering clients to explore their strengths and embrace personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christin Dickinson

Christin Dickinson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you gain insight, develop healthy coping strategies, and build the life you want.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sapphire Noel-Mcdonald

Sapphire Noel-Mcdonald

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe the best psychiatric care starts with listening. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Telisha Kirtdoll

Telisha Kirtdoll

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am passionate about making individuals lives better, by not placing judgement but be supportive and allow all individuals to have a voice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Garcia

Lauren Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“I feel that all problems are the problem and not the person themselves—regardless of neuro-alignment, gender, sexuality, race or age.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
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
Melissa Gonzales

Melissa Gonzales

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“In my approach to therapy, I want to create a space where you can feel heard and supported every step of the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 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
Dr. Whitney Mathison

Dr. Whitney Mathison

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is supportive and challenging. I create a safe space for healing while encouraging meaningful growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gerald Lee

Gerald Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that everyone desires to live a flourishing life. But, from time to time, life challenges threaten that goal.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 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
Richard Houseal

Richard Houseal

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My care approach is solution-oriented and short-term, but the results are aimed to be long-term through processing, reframing, and utilizing helpful and productive interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gabrielle Racz

Gabrielle Racz

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“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
Harold Gibson

Harold Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, trauma-informed care, and grief counseling...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rayla Higginbotham

Rayla Higginbotham

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Licensed Private Counselor, MS, MEd., LPC, EMDR Trained

I am a Licensed Private Counselor serving clients in Texas. I believe all experiences in our lives whether good or bad can help a person grow by equipping themselves with knowledge and skills to better understand who they are as a person. All information about a person is important and can be used as a steppingstone toward wholeness and healing. I have worked with children, teens, adults, and people with special needs.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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
Corryn Lara

Corryn Lara

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to create a space where you can be yourself, feel genuinely supported, and explore what you need without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ty'Esha Taylor

Ty'Esha Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to be flexible, understanding and empathetic while providing a safe space to foster growth and empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kathi Boren

Kathi Boren

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Perryton, TX


“I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist with extensive experience providing support to individuals, couples, and families with mental health and substance use disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tara Ryan

Tara Ryan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a multi-state licensed therapist across California, Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, and Texas, specializing in helping adults navigate deep-seated mental health challenges alongside intense personal and professional transitions.

With vast clinical experience, I have served as a university career counselor, a specialist for healthcare professionals, and a dedicated clinician within both the US Navy Family Advocacy Program and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

My practice provides a highly supportive, practical space for college students, working adults at all career stages, healthcare workers, service members, Veterans, and the LGBTQIA+ community.

I blend empathetic listening with deep clinical insight to help you manage and heal from:

Core Mental Health & Neurodivergence:

Anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and identity exploration.

Trauma & Life Impact:

Complex trauma, PTSD, grief, loss, and managing chronic medical conditions.

Daily Survival:

Severe career burnout, relationship problems, and navigating life's overlapping pressures.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tamara Brown

Tamara Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“For more than 20 years, I've had the privilege of supporting adults through some of life's most difficult moments, helping them find hope, healing, and a renewed sense of confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Katy, TX
There are over 38 therapists in Katy, TX accepting new patients.
38+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 84%Family issues
  • 82%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 89%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 87%Cigna
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 5%Hindi
  • 5%Urdu
  • 3%Cantonese
How they see their clients
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  • 92%In-person or online
  • 8%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 61%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 13%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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