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LGBT therapists in Tyler, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Tyler, TX

Headway connects LGBTQIA individuals in Tyler with affirming mental health providers who understand gender and sexual identity. Our network of 2,728 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions, with many accepting insurance to keep costs low.

Grace Welply

Grace Welply

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a therapist, I wish to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients to work towards their goals and increase their overall quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mindy Mauldin

Mindy Mauldin

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I commonly treat clients with depression, anxiety, and ADHD. I also have quite a bit of experience with clients who have lost someone dear to them, and are trying to find a way though that grief.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Erica Butler

Erica Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe in the power of a collaborative relationship, where the client and I work together to set goals and explore the underlying factors contributing to their struggles.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tammy DeGroat

Tammy DeGroat

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Having personally experienced the transformative power of therapy, I understand how difficult it can be to take that first step toward healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tarkitha Williams

Dr. Tarkitha Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Pearland, TX


“My philosophy is grounded in the belief that healing is possible when we learn to navigate both past and present challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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
Kristina Smith

Kristina Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I help my clients relieve symptoms of anxiety and perfectionism while gaining confidence, clarity, direction, and healthy coping skills.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alyssa Flores

Alyssa Flores

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I've got two master's degrees (in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Experimental Psychology) and a strong background in crisis work...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Daniel Leal

Daniel Leal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lubbock, TX


“I specialize in helping children and teens struggling with school refusal, behavioral challenges, and emotional distress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ayana Jefferson

Ayana Jefferson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 9 insurance carriers
Shanna Wilder

Shanna Wilder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Plano, TX


“As a counselor, I try to see the world through your eyes, to understand how you think of yourself, your partner, and the world around you.”
LGBTQIA+, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Teri Johnson-Harper

Teri Johnson-Harper

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I will create a safe, nurturing, neutral and judgement free space for clients to express their thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Tompkins

Rebecca Tompkins

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I see myself as a mirror encouraging my clients to confront their issues and a teammate assisting my clients to embrace and harness their innate strength and power to move forward even when choices seem limited.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Rodriguez

Amanda Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laredo, TX


“I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, and challenges, and be themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ivette Soto

Ivette Soto

Therapist

Virtual • Laredo, TX


“I believe that seeking support is a sign of strength, and I am here to help you navigate through life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Vernice Morris

Vernice Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal with all clients is to assist in personal healing and the manifestation of a desired future through customized counseling and psychotherapy sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cartelia Kennedy

Cartelia Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cedar Park, TX


“She is particularly adept at working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and navigating life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie Clark

Melanie Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My therapeutic style aligns with cognitive behavioral therapy and on building strengths and improving self-efficacy through short and long term treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 19 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Sledge

Emily Sledge

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I received my Master’s of Social Work degree from Colorado State University in 2019. After 9 months in community mental health, I moved to Texas and completed an 18-month clinical internship in a group practice before becoming fully licensed as a LCSW and opening my own private practice. I am a certified clinical trauma professional who specializes in nervous system regulation and post-traumatic growth and have had specialized training in ERP and ACT to treat anxiety and OCD.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina McCray

Kristina McCray

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dallas, TX


“Kristina's counseling style is warm and interactive. She believes in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Janet Anselmo-Henson

Janet Anselmo-Henson

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“I utilize compassion, humor and straight forward conversation to come alongside my clients to help them find the answers within themselves in order to live their best lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Trisha Thornton

Trisha Thornton

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in trauma, & addictions. I have extensive experience in working with victims of sexual abuse, severe trauma & physical abuse.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tarkitha Williams

Tarkitha Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Pearland, TX


“My philosophy is grounded in the belief that healing is possible when we learn to navigate both past and present challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nyamah Bee Johnson

Nyamah Bee Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I enjoy making a positive impact in the lives of my clients, and psycho-therapy allows me to have the necessary time to fully understand an individual's biopsychosocial experience, and identify the best modality to address their needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Antoinette Rittenhouse

Antoinette Rittenhouse

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe each person carries a toolbox of strengths and resources, even if it's not always clear which tools to use or when.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 20 insurance carriers
Katharine Jamison

Katharine Jamison

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My counseling style is empowering and grounded in humor, with a focus on helping you improve your weekly schedule.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hilda Gandara

Hilda Gandara

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to empower you with the tools to manage and overcome the challenges you face while fostering a sense of hope and resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kelli Jeray

Kelli Jeray

Therapist

Virtual • Rockwall, TX


“I believe that a therapeutic relationship can help us feel more purpose, more peace, and more like ourselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Katherine Griffin

Katherine Griffin

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to care is grounded in compassion, collaboration, empowerment, and honoring clients' unique experiences and identities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aaron Turner

Aaron Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Longview, TX


“I strive to create a solution based environment so that clients see elements of success quickly utilizing Mindfulness based therapies to maintain present centeredness and Cognitive Behavioral as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tina Bollman

Tina Bollman

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“The foundation of therapy is an open and honest relationship. I provide a judgment free environment to explore your choices for starting therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Edith Okotie

Edith Okotie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I use evidence-based medication management along with supportive guidance to help you make meaningful progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angela Smith

Angela Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I integrate evidence-based clinical approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and strengths-based therapy into my practice of supportive, direct, and genuinely compassionate care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Johanna Krauter

Johanna Krauter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to providing therapy focuses on giving you a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive, and dedicated space to talk about and work through anything troubling you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Rasley Easley

Rasley Easley

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My hope is to help people find their way to a path that meets their needs, empowers their voice, increases their coping skills and feels salient to them while seeking light, healing and laughter along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Cobb

Sandra Cobb

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm optimistic about the healing of the human spirit and mind. I want to support individuals as they find and recognize their own resilience and strengths...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kendale Brown

Kendale Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My clients appreciate my balance of warmth and practicality — offering support that helps them feel understood while also making real progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Ingram-Appleby

Christine Ingram-Appleby

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work with clients to build confidence and empower them with the tools to make decisions, practice self-care and mindfulness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Tyler, TX

Number of therapists serving Tyler, TX
There are over 2,701 therapists in Tyler, 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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