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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Sugar Land, TX

Find affirming mental health support in Sugar Land with 2,600 licensed providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ mental health care. Headway connects you with warm, open-minded therapists who provide virtual and in-person sessions, with many clients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance coverage.

Dieula Joseph

Dieula Joseph

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Missouri City, TX


“I strongly believe in each individual's capacity for growth, healing, and achieving meaningful, fulfilling goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kourtney Tapnio

Kourtney Tapnio

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.4 mi away • 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+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrick Richoux

Patrick Richoux

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away • Sugar Land, TX


“I draw from evidence-based models, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help you gain clarity, understand patterns that keep you stuck, and build skills you can actually use outside of sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ayana Jefferson

Ayana Jefferson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Missouri City, TX


“I believe it should feel like a space where you can show up exactly as you are—no judgment, no pressure, and no pretending.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Barkat Ali

Barkat Ali

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Houston, TX


“I practice integrative holistic medicine by listening to and understanding client's concerns and providing a personalized treatment plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Laura Tellez

Laura Tellez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.8 mi away • Houston, TX


“I aim to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Iris Chang

Iris Chang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.4 mi away • Houston, TX


“I am a 1st generation Taiwanese-American immigrant who came to the US as an adolescent. I can conduct therapy in fluent Mandarin, Cantonese, Taiwanese, and English.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Micaela Gordon

Micaela Gordon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Richmond, TX


“I take a warm, practical, and solution-focused approach to patient care, with an emphasis on listening to patients and working together to improve their overall health and well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Vanessa Degollado

Vanessa Degollado

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • 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 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Kirandeep Kaur

Dr. Kirandeep Kaur

Psychiatrist

In-person • 9.4 mi away • Houston, TX


“I provide both medication management as well as individual, couples and family therapy to optimize mental health outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Maria Sesay

Maria Sesay

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Houston, TX


“I provide a safe space for individuals to explore their emotions and thoughts, promoting healing and overall wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Houston, TX


“He empowers his clients with the tools to be in control, advocate for themselves and make well-informed treatment decisions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
JeNay Dailey

JeNay Dailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Houston, TX


“My goal is to help you create the life you deserve by empowering you to become the best version of yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Young Cardenas

Courtney Young Cardenas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Pearland, TX


“Growth and healing require vulnerability and hard work, but you do not have to walk this path alone.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Monica Jerez

Monica Jerez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Houston, TX


“Seeking therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. Just as we care for our physical health, our mental well-being deserves the same attention.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Wallace

Kimberly Wallace

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Houston, TX


“I believe that addressing mental health challenges requires a comprehensive understanding of your unique experiences, strengths, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaitlin Nguyen

Kaitlin Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Houston, TX


“My goal always is to make meaning out of pain and help you understand how it has molded you into the person you are today.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robinson Arteaga

Robinson Arteaga

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Houston, TX


“The way I approach working with folks is to help them find inner peace because when they attain it, they find their own way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Stephanie Brandt

Stephanie Brandt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Houston, TX


With over 45 years experience, clients consider me to be caring, direct, and engaging. Many things including stress both effect and are connected to your mental and physical health. Self care is very important and that will be a focus. People have some degree of trauma whether large or small which is a primary area of practice and experience for me. I utilize many tools including mindfulness, Brainspotting , Art and EMDR. I consider myself to be both empathetic, inquisitive and Intuitive. I currently only work with adults.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashlee Gulley

Ashlee Gulley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pearland, TX


“As a Certified Trauma and Resilience Practitioner and Grief Recovery Specialist, I know how heavy life can feel when you've learned to "be strong" and keep your pain hidden.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kerry Williams

Kerry Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • The Woodlands, TX


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Shavara Lyons

Dr. Shavara Lyons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Houston, TX


“Shavara Lyons is a firm believer in the idea that if you change your thinking, you can change your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katie Osgood

Katie Osgood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Houston, TX


“My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. We will work together to understand why certain patterns show up in your life, where they came from, and ways to help you feel more calm and grounded.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deordre Adams

Deordre Adams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Bellaire, TX


Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults build healthier, more fulfilling lives. I create a supportive, welcoming space where clients feel heard while using evidence-based approaches to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and relationship concerns. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to build practical coping skills, strengthen resilience, and support lasting positive change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Anetria Thompson

Anetria Thompson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Houston, TX


“I am passionate about walking alongside you through tough times and the most challenging parts of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Johnson

Ashley Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Sugar Land, TX


“I provide individual therapy to young adults, adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, life transitions, and struggles within interpersonal relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Juni Shrestha

Juni Shrestha

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Rosenberg, TX


“Drawing from my immigrant background, I offer a unique perspective to support you through adjustments.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Ali Solgi

Ali Solgi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Houston, TX


“I take pride in my 10 years diverse experience of working with clients from many different backgrounds.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Forman

Elizabeth Forman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Katy, TX


“I believe each client deserves to feel safe and the opportunity to express any and all issues they may be struggling with in their life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ashlee Bohanon

Ashlee Bohanon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pearland, TX


I am licensed in Texas with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, & depression. I am here to help you gain a better sense of yourself and maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle. I believe in providing a space where clients can talk freely while providing gentle assurance as needed. Open up at your own comfort level, I am here to support you!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sarah Williams Viana

Sarah Williams Viana

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Houston, TX


“I believe the relationship between the therapist and client is the most important part of therapy and I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, understood, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arlene Rose

Arlene Rose

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Katy, TX


My name is Nurse Rose, a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience. I specialize in culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care for children, adolescents, and adults. At The Rose Yarde Psych & IV Med Spa, I offer medication management, psychotherapy, IV wellness infusions, and hormone therapy. Passionate about suicide prevention and empowering others, I’m here to help clients achieve health, healing, and balance in their lives.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Jonathan Rea

Dr. Jonathan Rea

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Conroe, TX


“Through a process-oriented approach, you will gain the ability to process residual trauma that has been stored in your body for so long; and free yourself from that baggage.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Georgia Lovell

Georgia Lovell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Pearland, TX


“When leaving the first session, you will feel as if you have been heard, your concerns have been addressed, and that a treatment plan will be developed to focus on improving everyday functioning.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sandra Aponte Paniagua

Sandra Aponte Paniagua

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Houston, TX


You might not even be able to imagine happiness because you never learned how to dream. As a collaborative, strengths-based therapist, I can teach you to understand where that comes from, so you can grow into your identity(ies) and start dreaming of your future. This is called thriving.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Evans

Wendy Evans

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Houston, TX


“My approach is collaborative and mindfulness-based, blending practical tools with deeper insight to help clients gain clarity, balance, and meaningful, sustainable change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emily Stuart

Emily Stuart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Katy, TX


“I'm especially passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, helping those with ADHD thrive, exploring family history and dynamics, and walking alongside women as they move through the transitions of perimenopause and menopause.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Carol Barrett

Carol Barrett

Therapist

In-person • 15 mi away • Houston, TX


I am an LGBTQ therapist. I provide Individual, Couple, and Family Counseling for adults, and adolescents.

Services include affirmative care for LGBTQ clients, Trauma Focused Care, school issues including individuals with autism and emotional Behavioral issues.

My goal is that all clients feel welcomed, affirmed and heard in their journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Johnson

Crystal Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Houston, TX


“I specialize in helping women, especially those facing the 'superwoman complex,' who feel overwhelmed and struggle to prioritize themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jaime Kellaway

Jaime Kellaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • 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

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