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LGBT therapists in Texas

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Texas

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals across Texas with 2,594 affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences. Access talk therapy and medication management through virtual or in-person sessions, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Lakeisha Walker

Lakeisha Walker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arlington, TX


I provide warm, affirming telepsychiatry for adults across Texas, including professionals, healthcare workers, veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those seeking kink- and ENM/poly-affirming care. I especially enjoy working with people who are used to being the strong one and may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or tired of carrying everything alone. My care combines thoughtful medication management with brief supportive therapy when appropriate, so treatment feels personal and connected.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 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
Brittany Gallineau

Brittany Gallineau

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“During the therapeutic process, I encourage vulnerability. I have learned so much information from my clients, such as strengthening my abilities to be open and genuine.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ares Minks

Ares Minks

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My mantra is, there is always another perspective. In any situation I encourage empowerment which means looking at the circumstances from different angles and owning what you can so you can change what you can.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
William McLemore

William McLemore

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I noticed that many veterans were more able to open up and process the traumas they had experienced with another veteran than with a non-veteran.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Whitnee Willrich

Whitnee Willrich

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“You can expect to leave each session with more than just insight — you'll walk away with practical tools, renewed self-confidence, and a growing sense of emotional strength.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 20 insurance carriers
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
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 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamayla Gray

Jamayla Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“During our sessions, you can expect to move from feeling stuck to making tangible progress. I'll provide you with a supportive and safe environment where we'll work together to identify your specific goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Evans-Gean

Amy Evans-Gean

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Clients can expect to take away tools focused on increasing emotional safety and building resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Chrisandra Acker-Brown

Chrisandra Acker-Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm a Christian counselor that believes healing is possible for all. I approach therapy from a holistic stance looking at the mind, body and spirit.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nakisha Hall

Nakisha Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a clinician dedicated to helping clients feel seen, supported, and empowered. My approach is practical, compassionate, and grounded in meeting people exactly where they are. I work with clients navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, substance use challenges, and the emotional weight of family or relationship stress.

In our work together, my goal is to create a space where you can explore your experiences without judgment and learn skills that genuinely support your day-to-day life. I focus on building trust, understanding the full picture of each person’s strengths and struggles, and helping clients make meaningful progress at a pace that feels right for them.

Beyond therapy, I mentor developing clinicians and support wellness programs, which keeps me connected to both the clinical and community sides of mental health. I believe in whole-person care, collaboration, and helping every client recognize that they are worthy of stability, growth, and peace.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maria Lopez

Maria Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I see therapy as a partnership—one where we explore your strengths, clarify your goals, and build practical tools that support healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Camelia Valadez

Camelia Valadez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I often draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, person-centered practices, and strengths-based strategies...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tommie A Colin Lpc

Tommie A Colin Lpc

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am here to be present for you, by listening and helping in a non-judgmental way, and from a compassionate and empathetic, holistic perspective.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nuala Martinez

Nuala Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“I believe the client/counselor relationship is a collaborative partnership that facilitates for the client, a journey of self-discovery and wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Mucanie Joseph

Mucanie Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe in meeting clients where they are. In other words, providing individualized care and helping you create a wellness plan that is beneficial to you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathleen Prial

Kathleen Prial

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I will guide you through the process using counseling techniques which will be personalized to align with your values and to support your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lo-Ruhama Moschetti

Lo-Ruhama Moschetti

Therapist

Virtual • Houston, TX


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-S) with over 12 years of experience helping children, teens, and adults navigate life’s challenges and achieve meaningful growth. I earned my Master’s degree in Counseling from Our Lady of the Lake University.

I have experience working with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I am especially passionate about helping clients build resilience, process difficult experiences, and create lasting, positive change in their lives.

For clients seeking trauma-focused care, I am Master Trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), a research-backed approach that can help resolve distressing memories in a more efficient and effective way.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 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
Crystal Ward

Crystal Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My desire is for you to come to a point where depression, loneliness, and hopelessness are no longer controlling factors in your life...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christopher Meerdink

Christopher Meerdink

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My clinical approach is grounded in person-centered therapy, where empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard guide every session.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Paige Jones

Paige Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amarillo, 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
Breeann Carleton

Breeann Carleton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cibolo, TX


“I am passionate about fostering and holding space for clients that allows them do do the deeper work to find freedom within themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaShekia Scott

LaShekia Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am called to walk alongside individuals, couples, and families with compassion, wisdom, and faith-centered care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tina Selby

Tina Selby

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I worked as an Army Social Work civilian until I transferred to the Veterans Health Administration where I'm presently employed as a full-time psychotherapist.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sky (Karissa) Roy

Sky (Karissa) Roy

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is collaborative and client‐centered, grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Alexander

Sharon Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Meeting my clients where they are, is imperative for me. Qualities such as honesty and empathy are tools that I live by while working with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Olson

Ashley Olson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have over a decade of experience in social work, bringing a warm, grounded, and compassionate approach to telehealth practice.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pedro Narvaez

Pedro Narvaez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Therapy to me is: part vent session, part reality check, and then action planning for next step moves to make sure life feels more meaningful and on track.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Allison Yanez

Allison Yanez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have been trained in the DBT framework, finding its irreverent style and structure helpful for patients struggling with emotional regulation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maria Valencia

Maria Valencia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laredo, TX


“My style is holistic including and treating individuals as a whole. Approaching clients with a non-judgmental attitude is important to me.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Emmy Massey

Emmy Massey

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to provide a supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and gently challenged toward meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lance Nabers

Lance Nabers

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I hope to provide trauma‐informed, evidence‐based therapy that focuses on understanding patterns, building coping skills, and strengthening relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ariel Beltran

Ariel Beltran

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I understand that beginning therapy can seem intimidating and quite overwhelming, and many times, the toughest part of the experience is taking that first step. Still, you have made it here, and you are commencing your important journey to heal and rebuild yourself. I am grateful for the opportunity to meet with you and learn the best ways I can be of service. My practice style is very warm, caring, and collaborative.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaPatria Porter

LaPatria Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I aim to leave my clients in a better place mentally and emotionally than what they were upon arrival.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aisha Davis

Aisha Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I was born and raised in Chicago, IL and I received my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University in Evanston IL.

I work with adults 18 and over, as well as couples. I work with clients with PTSD, complex and developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, coping skills, stress, relationship issues, sexual abuse, women’s issues, self esteem and life transitions.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bill Davis

Bill Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Conroe, TX


“With my vast clinical experiences, my purpose is to tailor your evidence based therapy to you as a real person with real expectations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Texas

Number of therapists serving Texas
There are over 2,631 therapists in Texas accepting new patients.
2,631+
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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  • 80%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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  • 58%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 23%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%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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