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LGBT therapists in Odessa, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Odessa, TX

Odessa's LGBTQIA+ community deserves inclusive mental healthcare. Headway offers flexible sessions—virtual or in-person—with providers experienced in gender and sexual identity concerns. Many clients pay as low as $0 per session with insurance coverage.

Brittney Brooks

Brittney Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“On your therapeutic path, I aim to provide you with tools to help you discern what's in your way, and I encourage you to take agency over your life and your future.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jessica Sharib

Jessica Sharib

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Let me take some of that weight from you, let me walk beside you and provide the support and objectivity that will help you overcome these barriers.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 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
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
Jaime Kellaway

Jaime Kellaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My primary intention when first connecting with a client is to develop a relationship wherein you feel safe to share your thoughts, feelings, & actions at your own pace and without fear of judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Allan Vives

Dr. Allan Vives

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“My diverse training and work experience are grounded in evidence-based psychotherapy models, including Prolonged Exposure and Written Exposure Therapy for PTSD, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, Problem-Solving Therapy, among others.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brittany Cox

Brittany Cox

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am trained and passionate in the treatment of ADHD, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, coping skills, school concerns, family conflict, LGBTQ+ issues, Attachment disorders, self esteem, life transitions, anger management, grief, complex trauma,...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ejama Johnson

Ejama Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I licensed professional board certified psychotherapist, and certified trauma therapist that believes in meeting clients where they are. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! My focus is working with individuals suffering from trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship conflict, and women's issues.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaylin Schraner

Jaylin Schraner

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I bring a curious, kind, and grounded energy to therapy and am committed to walking alongside you, not just diagnosing you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adrian Rodriguez

Adrian Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I take a collaborative, client-centered approach grounded in evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and strengths-based therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rebecca Perez

Rebecca Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Sugar Land, TX


“I endeavor to help my client's feel more hopeful about the future and confident that we can find solutions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tamra Truman

Tamra Truman

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“The quality of the connection between the client and the therapist is fundamental to emotional growth and genuine change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Abosede Okuwa

Abosede Okuwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“With over two decades of healthcare experience, I bring a holistic approach to mental health and primary care, ensuring that my patients receive the comprehensive support they need to achieve wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Howard Monsour

Howard Monsour

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in Substance Use Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, and Schizophrenia Disorders. But my experience makes me applicable to a variety of issues not just my specialties.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Silke Gonzalez

Silke Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal as a therapist is to create an inviting, warm space where clients feel like they can authentically be themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jesus Rodriguez

Jesus Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Laredo, TX


In 2019, I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, and in 2022, I obtained my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. Both were from Texas A&M International University. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Texas. I am also a Substance Abuse Professional and an Internationally Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor. In my approach in therapy, I work collaboratively with my clients to evaluate your unique needs and provide an evidence-based approach so as to reach your treatment goals. I firmly believe that every individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and self-discovery and I will walk alongside you in this journey towards creating a meaningful life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Candice Caillier

Candice Caillier

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to instill a sense of hope, as well as practical steps, to effectively deal with whatever difficulty you're dealing with in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jo Ann Laughrin

Jo Ann Laughrin

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


You might look like you're holding it all together on the outside while feeling exhausted, anxious, disconnected, or overwhelmed on the inside. Maybe you've spent so much time taking care of everyone else that you've stopped checking in with yourself. Or maybe life changed unexpectedly, and you're trying to figure out who you are now.

If that sounds familiar, you're not alone.

I work with children, teens, adults, couples, families, veterans, first responders, and LGBTQ+ individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, major life transitions, and the stress that comes from simply trying to keep up. My goal isn't to tell you how to live your life. It's to help you understand yourself more deeply, quiet the constant mental noise, and feel more confident in the choices you make.

Clients often tell me they appreciate that I'm easy to talk to, calm, honest, and genuine. Therapy with me is a place where you don't have to have it all figured out. You can show up exactly as you are, and we'll take it one step at a time.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Pedro Palomino

Pedro Palomino

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to helping others is rooted in the values of acceptance, transformation, and self-compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jonathan Shelburne

Jonathan Shelburne

Therapist

Virtual • Abilene, TX


I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families who want to gain deeper insight, heal from the past, and create positive change in their lives. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or significant life transitions, I’m here to help you uncover your resilience and empower you to move forward with confidence. I see my role as both a guide and a partner, helping you tap into your own strengths and resources to make lasting changes.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tausha Mockabee

Tausha Mockabee

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I focus on how your thoughts shape your emotions and behaviors. When a trigger or event occurs, it leads to specific thoughts, which in turn create emotions and drive actions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 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 4 insurance carriers
Jonathan Porter

Jonathan Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I bring over 10 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, feelings of depression, relationship challenges, and struggles with self-esteem through insight-driven therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fedenciso Gomez

Fedenciso Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am deeply committed to creating a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Pool

Crystal Pool

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy is not one size fits all, and I tailor our work together to meet your unique needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tammy Holland

Tammy Holland

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that within us, every client knows what they need to do to better themselves. They just need someone to hear them and help them understand.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sade Bond

Sade Bond

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I also enjoy working with LGBTQ+ individuals and neurodivergent clients, creating an affirming space where they can feel seen, supported, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Transgender issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Geoffrey Agwata

Geoffrey Agwata

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mansfield, TX


“As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Geoffrey works in the healthcare sector, interacting directly with patients to ensure that they receive quality care and have access to the services needed to maintain optimal health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Hope Shelton

Hope Shelton

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


As a licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in helping adults, women, veterans, BIPOC, and military families navigate the emotional weight of anxiety, trauma, and burnout. My approach is warm, direct, and deeply collaborative — I believe therapy should feel like a safe conversation with someone who truly gets it.

I use evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-CBT); Mindfulness and Acceptance-Based Therapies (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy-ACT); and Relationship and Family Therapies (Family Systems Therapy). My desire is to help clients begin to heal at the root, not just manage symptoms. Together, we’ll uncover the patterns keeping you stuck and gently shift the beliefs that no longer serve you. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally free — not just in therapy, but in your everyday life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ash Milam

Ash Milam

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 13 insurance carriers
Carolyn Townsend

Carolyn Townsend

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is collaborative and relational, and I often incorporate creative and expressive ways of exploring what's hard to put into words.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kenneth Freeman

Kenneth Freeman

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My personal and professional motto is to help people recognize the importance of mental health wellness through warmth, acceptance, and empathy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Nicholas Ciancioso

Nicholas Ciancioso

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My typical course of treatment includes gathering information to better understand your issues, creating a treatment plan together, and then working through that plan to help you achieve your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aileen Renteria

Aileen Renteria

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strongly believe we all hold the keys to solving the problems we face, we just sometimes misplace these keys and need help finding them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanya Garner

Tanya Garner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amarillo, TX


“I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 20 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families in educational settings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisa DeMoss

Lisa DeMoss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cedar Park, TX


“I am open-minded, non-judgemental, and offer a safe, confidential space where you can start the process to realize your best life!”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina Reyes

Christina Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


I’m Christina Reyes, LPC, and I provide a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to therapy. I specialize in:

  • Depression & Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) & Emotional Dysregulation
  • Relationship Challenges & Communication Skills
  • Trauma & Life Transitions

Feeling stuck in anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? Struggling with mood swings, emotional regulation, or past trauma? I help teens and adults build coping strategies, emotional clarity, and healthier connections with themselves and others.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sheila White

Sheila White

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“I love helping clients get more emotionally connected to themselves so they can make healthier decisions and have more satisfaction in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Toni Privado

Toni Privado

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Relationships can change over time but feeling disconnected doesn't have to be the end of the story.

I work with adults who want to better understand themselves and create healthier, more connected relationships. I have a particular interest in supporting people in long-term relationships who are navigating communication challenges, recurring conflict, emotional disconnection, changes in intimacy, or the feeling that they’ve become more like roommates than partners.

Therapy can be a space to slow down and understand what is happening beneath the surface. Together, we'll explore self-worth, communication, emotional and physical intimacy, boundaries, conflict patterns, emotional regulation, and coping skills. We’ll also look at how past experiences and beliefs about yourself may influence the way you communicate, connect, set boundaries, or respond when you feel hurt or misunderstood.

My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical. I integrate CBT, mindfulness, acceptance-based approaches, and trauma-informed therapy to help you develop greater self-awareness and the tools to create meaningful change.

You don't have to wait until your relationship is falling apart to seek support. Therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, with your partner, and with the kind of relationship you want to create.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Steven Dabbs

Steven Dabbs

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Every person has a story. The culmination of experiences in one's life shapes how they view themselves, their relationships, and the world. I have a passion for helping clients celebrate their unique strengths and gifts they share with others. With experiences in both private practice and hospitals, I have noticed a particular need for clients to separate their view of themselves from their current difficulties and circumstances. In spite of where clients may find themselves at the moment, my belief is that they have overcome every difficulty, challenge, and trauma that they have faced up to the present moment. As such, they will withstand their current circumstances, and will again declare victory.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Odessa, TX

Number of therapists serving Odessa, TX
There are over 2,701 therapists in Odessa, TX accepting new patients.
2,701+
Average years in practice
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9 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
  • 78%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 69%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Assamese
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 80%Online only
  • 20%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 58%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 23%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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