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LGBT therapists in Lufkin, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lufkin, TX

Headway supports LGBTQIA+ individuals across Lufkin with compassionate, solution-oriented providers who understand your experiences. Access 2,537 licensed therapists through convenient virtual or in-person sessions, with many free initial consultations available and providers ready to meet you within two weeks.

Homero Lopez

Homero Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to be a companion and guide on your journey to be the person you want, living the life you want.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Rosine Vandenberg

Rosine Vandenberg

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Princeton, TX


“I take a holistic, warm, and energetic approach to care and use both cognitive and solution-based modalities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Ghadimi

Elizabeth Ghadimi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • El Paso, TX


For assistance or questions about self-pay, please email [email protected].

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I’m Elizabeth, a Filipina American Psychiatric‐Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I believe that mental‐health care should feel human, culturally aware, and deeply supportive.

I believe healing happens when you feel seen, safe, and understood. My practice blends modern psychiatry with a nurturing, human approach — creating a space where you can breathe, reset, and rebuild your wellness with guidance that feels gentle, clear, and empowering.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nikki Rhodes

Nikki Rhodes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Waco, TX


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, creating a space where you can feel safe enough to be honest, understood, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Vincenzo Roma

Dr. Vincenzo Roma

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“My warm, practical, realistic, and evidence-based teaching style puts clients at ease, while my non-judgmental and curious approach leaves them feeling hopeful after every session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanya Johnson

Tanya Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“You can expect a warm and inviting session where you feel heard, understood, and supported through this process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Clifford McManus

Dr. Clifford McManus

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a Doctor of Social Work and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with training in trauma-informed care. I support individuals in building self-determination and addressing maladaptive thought patterns that contribute to anxiety and depression.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brandy Brodnax

Brandy Brodnax

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is warm, supportive, and structured I want therapy to feel safe while also giving you practical tools you can actually use.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amber Lee

Amber Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lubbock, TX


“My mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care while partnering with patients through education, thoughtful medication management, psychotherapy principles, and lifestyle interventions to promote lasting mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bernave Vega

Bernave Vega

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy should be tailored to you, not the other way around. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in a strong therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cynthia Telles

Cynthia Telles

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Getting here was the first step—now let's focus on where you want to go.

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about helping individuals navigate life's emotional and psychological challenges.

Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, irritability, sleep problems, or feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences and work toward meaningful change.

I provide therapy in both English and Spanish and have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Georges Kim

Georges Kim

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


Counseling is my second career and a profession I genuinely love. My life experiences have shaped who I am as a therapist, allowing me to meet each client’s story with compassion, empathy, and respect. I believe every person deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment.

I am deeply committed to helping clients navigate life’s challenges, heal from painful experiences, and build a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, I will work alongside you with curiosity, authenticity, and care.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jeanetta Price

Jeanetta Price

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe you are more than what happened to you, and therapy can be a place where you learn to understand your story without allowing your story to control your future.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angela Ott

Angela Ott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 7 insurance carriers
Abieyuwa Salami

Abieyuwa Salami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Houston, TX


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults dealing with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and alcohol use recovery.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Walter

Elizabeth Walter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“My outlook on working with clients' who have experienced trauma is focusing around the question of "What has happened to you".”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Heidi Brueckner

Heidi Brueckner

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over eighteen years of experience working with adults who've experienced hardships related to mental health, trauma, abuse, negative family dynamics, and substance abuse issues.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marcie Burkart

Marcie Burkart

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“My goal is to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable being themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jon Anitsakis

Jon Anitsakis

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Jon aims to help individuals understand themselves better, break down defense mechanisms, confront reality, and address the core issues behind their struggles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jada Long

Jada Long

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping clients better understand their emotions, challenge unhelpful patterns, and reconnect with their strengths while creating meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yajaira Escobedo

Yajaira Escobedo

Therapist

Virtual • Brownsville, TX


“Yajaira has substantial training in finding the root cause of mental health conditions instead of settling with medication that does not heal but puts a band aid to the issue.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Sellers

Dr. Jennifer Sellers

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Healing doesn't have to take years. Whether you're experiencing flashbacks, shutdown, moral injury, or just feeling stuck-I offer immersive, results-driven care in a peaceful setting where transformation is the result.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vasavi Shetty

Vasavi Shetty

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I take a warm, collaborative, and gently challenging approach, helping you gain practical tools and deeper insight so you can better manage your mental health and move toward meaningful goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Dowell

Janet Dowell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I utilize a client centered approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused and psychodynamic techniques while also incorporating creativity including art, writing, and play to express feelings that are not always easy to...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Connor Nickerson

Connor Nickerson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I firmly believe it's okay to not be okay. Therapy is a place where you don't have to perform or wear a mask.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Tonya Sims

Dr. Tonya Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“With over twenty years of experience in mental health, I have learned that true healing begins with connection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rebecca Phipps

Rebecca Phipps

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My counseling is highly interactive, educational, and practical. I believe therapy is most effective when we partner together to design a plan to specifically meet your needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Denise Azani

Denise Azani

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I hope to help you reach your destination at your own pace by acknowledging small wins and taking things one day at a time.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kayte Hughes

Kayte Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My expertise in Performance Psychology was forged in the high-pressure world of elite athletes and top-tier professionals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amber Qualls

Amber Qualls

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hello! My name is Amber, and I am a licensed therapist who provides an LGBTQIA+ affirming and allied space for those navigating anxiety and depression. I work with individuals who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted and are looking for grounded and genuine support. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space that is deeply immersed in empathy. We can navigate anxiety and depression together and work towards achievable goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Landsman

Jamie Landsman

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am attuned to differences in communication styles, sensory needs, processing speed & emotional expression, and I adapt my approach to meet each client where they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Vergara

Megan Vergara

Therapist

Virtual • Waco, TX


“My passion as a counselor is empowering clients to make the connections to make positive changes in their lives through offering a safe and empathetic counseling experience...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Vanessa Degollado

Vanessa Degollado

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rosenberg, TX


“My approach to therapy is collaborative. We will dive into what makes you you and how this influences thoughts that might affect you now.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Michelle Brown

Michelle Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orange, TX


Hi, I'm Michelle, a psychiatric nurse practitioner passionate about supporting individuals on their mental health journey. I believe in creating safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether you're facing a new challenge or managing a long-standing condition, I'm here to walk alongside you with care and expertise.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kourtney Tapnio

Kourtney Tapnio

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sugar Land, TX


“I specialize in devising comprehensive treatment plans that address the individual needs of my patients, ensuring a balanced approach to mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Martin Noel

Martin Noel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Marble Falls, TX


“I believe therapy should feel human. My approach is shaped by a background in research psychology and a genuine appreciation for the complexity of people's lives and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Taylor Williams

Taylor Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore, heal, and make positive changes.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joan Lipuscek

Joan Lipuscek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My goal is to provide compassionate care, guiding clients through challenges with respect and understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brittany Duke

Brittany Duke

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My style is supportive, direct, and nonjudgmental—I'll meet you where you are while helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Lufkin, TX

Number of therapists serving Lufkin, TX
There are over 2,586 therapists in Lufkin, TX accepting new patients.
2,586+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 81%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 71%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 1%Assamese
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 81%Online only
  • 19%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 23%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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