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LGBT therapists in Mcallen, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Mcallen, TX

Find affirming mental health support in McAllen with 2,554 licensed providers experienced in supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals. Headway offers virtual and in-person sessions with empowering, open-minded providers who create safe spaces for your mental health journey.

Jose Palacios

Jose Palacios

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Clients can expect to take away a sense of empowerment from their counseling through the supportive environment they will experience in the counseling relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angela Payne

Angela Payne

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey. In our sessions, I provide a nonjudgmental, compassionate, and confidential space where clients can express their concerns openly.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Candace Hubbard

Candace Hubbard

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hello! I am Candace Hubbard, a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or seeking personal development, I am here to provide a safe and supportive environment for your healing and growth. Let's embark on this transformative journey together, unlocking the path to a brighter, more resilient you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rutanya Simon

Rutanya Simon

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe most things can be resolved by talking through them and identifying how to have client's needs met.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Brooke Sweet

Brooke Sweet

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care that is inclusive of the impact of systems affecting their mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kris Whitmire

Kris Whitmire

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hutto, TX


“My approach to therapy centers on the belief that people are capable of profound change when given the right support.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ariana Correia

Ariana Correia

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work to connect experiences to current thought processes and behaviors - if you ever find yourself asking "why do I do that?" I work with you to explore this very thing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Louise B Agyemang

Dr. Louise B Agyemang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Katy, TX


“She has extensive experience in psychiatric mental health both in pediatric, teenagers and geriatric population and effective management of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Substance abuse, OCD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Schizophrenia and Mood...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anu Olayinka

Anu Olayinka

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I understand that attending therapy can feel intimidating and overwhelming, and frequently, the most difficult aspect of the entire process is simply taking the initial step to begin. Nevertheless, you are here now, and you are officially embarking on your personal path to heal and rebuild. I genuinely welcome the chance to connect with you and discover more about exactly how I can support you. My personal approach is consistently warm, deeply empathetic, and highly collaborative.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lynda Hua

Lynda Hua

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am here to create a warm, nonjudgmental space for you to heal from your past, accept your present, and enhance your future.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Ryan Hosey

Dr. Ryan Hosey

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“My style is warm, non-judgmental, and approachable. We will work hard together to develop ways for you to feel better.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nathan Kortu

Nathan Kortu

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Worth, TX


Hi, I’m Nathan, and I’m glad you’re here. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) in Texas with 25 years of experience in Christian counseling. I earned my M.A. from Amberton University and my B.A. in Pastoral Counseling from Criswell College. As a multicultural therapist, I enjoy helping people from all backgrounds work through life’s challenges, strengthen relationships, and move toward meaningful change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Zahide Sunal

Dr. Zahide Sunal

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Adults across the lifespan come to my practice navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, work stress, relationship challenges, and questions of identity or cultural belonging. Many are high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain internally. I also specialize in working with immigrants and individuals exploring multicultural identity. Together, we create a space to slow down, make sense of emotional experiences, understand patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and build resilience and clarity for what comes next.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, and cultural identity exploration. My work integrates CBT, mindfulness, person-centered therapy, and family systems theory, grounded in cultural humility. I help clients build insight, coping skills, and meaningful, lasting change.

You don’t have to carry everything alone. Therapy is a space where you can feel seen, understood, and supported without judgment. Together, we can explore what feels heavy, uncover deeper patterns, and move toward greater clarity and ease. If you’re ready for change, I invite you to take that next step toward yourself.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tiffany McManus

Tiffany McManus

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to collaborate with you to create a supportive, compassionate, and entirely judgment-free space where you feel genuinely heard and empowered to initiate positive, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erica Mcgeisey-Welch

Erica Mcgeisey-Welch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • College Station, TX


“I believe that the counseling relationship serves as the cornerstone of meaningful and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Kelly Johnson

Kelly Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lubbock, TX


“Shame and self-doubt grow in the dark. Reaching out to a non-judgmental professional can be the first step to shedding light on those and other challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julia Little

Julia Little

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I offer a warm, collaborative space where we can explore what keeps you feeling stuck, build practical coping tools, improve communication, and help you reconnect with your needs, values, and sense of self.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Joseph Alvarez

Joseph Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have over 16 years of experience as a Social Worker (LCSW), helping clients navigate a wide range of mental health challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Sandra Martinez

Sandra Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Now accepting new clients! I am an English and Spanish provider and LPC with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage. Look forward to working to meet you and your families need.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
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 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda McGowan

Dr. Amanda McGowan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe in treating the whole person—not just symptoms. My therapeutic approach is person-centered and integrative...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Heather James

Heather James

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I am a human-first therapist, believing the relationship I have with clients is the most important factor.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Crystal Lillard

Crystal Lillard

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hi, I'm Crystal! I believe life can be challenging enough as is, without having to navigate it with anxiety, depression and racing thoughts. I believe reaching out for help, or just having someone to talk to, is the most important thing you can do. Life is stressful, life is messy and sometimes having someone to talk to can help clear your head. Please don’t overthink things, don’t spend hours looking for the “perfect therapist, and overanalyze the therapy process. I’m here to help- just reach out that’s the first step!

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Alison Ramos

Alison Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a sex-positive, anti-oppressive therapist who focuses on trauma-informed methods when exploring identities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 18 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ed Lucio

Ed Lucio

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to help you better understand yourself, strengthen your resilience, and build a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and aligned with your values.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Anu Thomas

Anu Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My role is to truly listen to your emotions, understand your experiences, and work alongside you so we can navigate challenges together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katy Alaniz

Katy Alaniz

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I’m a Dallas-based, full-time telehealth therapist in private practice, serving all of Texas.

The serious: I have spent about 10 years working with eating disorders, at every level of care. During 2 of those years, I also worked at a non-profit community center. I specialized mainly in working with first offenders, self-harm, family issues, gender identity, LGBTQ+/SOGI, and couples. I then spent a year in a Case Manager position, where I advocated with insurance companies to ensure that clients receiving eating disorder treatment in Texas were getting services authorized by their insurance plans.

The fun: I’m mom to 2 pretty bad-ass teenagers, a best friend to several gorgeous people, always ADHD, and an ever-learning partner. My friends, family, clients, and polycule are the most important things on the planet to me. Not directly related, but we love cats around these parts. Four things that always make me happy: good coffee, The Office, a good eyeshadow palette, and fresh hydrangeas

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Zakrocka

Anna Zakrocka

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Therapy is not an easy process but I do provide a safe, secure nonjudgmental atmosphere in which each client can feel like their most authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Seth Houdeshell

Seth Houdeshell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Austin, TX


“I strive to create an environment that provides warmth and humor in order to provide the comfort required to address life's difficult problems.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Stacy Reynolds

Stacy Reynolds

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, TX


“I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to make meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lazane Walls

Lazane Walls

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chinasa Oriaku

Chinasa Oriaku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that mental health care should be empowering, personalized, and rooted in evidence-based treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brenda Johnston

Brenda Johnston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amarillo, TX


“I have a passion for helping others to make sense of what they have experienced, how it has impacted them and how to move forward from these experiences so that they can achieve their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Rebecca Bartle

Rebecca Bartle

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I use a person-centered, meet-you-where-you-are-and-go-from-there approach. I invite you to join me in creating a treatment plan.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Ashlyn Simmons

Ashlyn Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in helping adults heal from trauma, reduce anxiety, navigate imposter syndrome, and break free from the exhausting cycle of perfectionism.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Caroline Norris-Mokry

Dr. Caroline Norris-Mokry

Psychologist

Virtual • Austin, TX


Dr. Caroline Norris-Mokry has a Psy.D. and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Baylor University and a B.A. in Psychology from SFA. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Texas Children’s Hospital and worked with teens at Shiloh Residential Treatment Center. She later utilized her deep understanding of how early experiences impact coping to treat adults. She is passionate about teaching patients of all ages how to master emotional, behavioral and psychological responses to adverse experiences.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Herrera

Tina Herrera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 8 insurance carriers
Hira Siddiqui

Hira Siddiqui

Therapist

Virtual • Katy, TX


“I provide a kind, accepting and non-judgmental space where you can relax and feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vanessa Aguirre

Vanessa Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My hope is that those I work with reach self-actualization and equip themselves with the tools necessary to deal with all of life's stressors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My counseling style is warm, direct, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Mcallen, TX

Number of therapists serving Mcallen, TX
There are over 2,586 therapists in Mcallen, 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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