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LGBT therapists in Layton, UT

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Layton, UT

Layton's LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental healthcare. Headway provides access to empowering providers trained in culturally responsive care, with 70+ insurance plans accepted nationally and average savings of 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Lora Hasse

Lora Hasse

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My goal is to offer a supportive, compassionate space where you can slow down, make sense of what you've been carrying, and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lys Snyder

Lys Snyder

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I wanted to help people to see that they are more than a collection of symptoms, that their concerns deserve to be taken seriously, and that they can create a life that they thrive in.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steffani Winter

Steffani Winter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Utah


“I believe healing isn't about forcing change—it's about creating space for clarity, growth, and self-understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
William Nieminen

William Nieminen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tooele, UT


“Client-centered therapy means we'll take a non-directive approach to talk therapy. You'll act as an equal partner in the therapy process...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alison Ballstaedt

Alison Ballstaedt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hyde Park, UT


“Therapy should be a place where you can be yourself and feel heard—where your unique preferences, personality, values, and goals are taken into account.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rebecca Koskiniemi

Rebecca Koskiniemi

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My therapeutic approach is very person centered; you lead your therapy, I just assist you on along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Natalie Hill

Natalie Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I take a personalized approach to therapy—because there really isn't a "one size fits all" solution when it comes to healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brian Austin

Brian Austin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Provo, UT


“I specialize in healing traumas, and attachment wounds, among many other issues. I have experience helping individuals, families, and couples.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Kristin Robinson

Dr. Kristin Robinson

Psychologist

Virtual • Holladay, UT


“My practice places an emphasis on measurable results, helping clients attain objective changes in well-being and coping skills.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kelsey Jones

Kelsey Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cedar City, UT


“I specialize in trauma work, eating disorders, and minority struggles. I love working with couples as well as individuals and have a passion for supporting the LGBTQ+ community.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tess Shafer

Tess Shafer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Heber City, UT


I have been a therapist for 10+ years. I received my Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Syracuse University. I have specialized training for trauma, anxiety, and attachment, depression, family systems, addiction, and perinatal and postpartum. My range of experience includes residential treatment programs for troubled teens, intensive outpatient, and community mental health. I love working with all ages.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laura Kater

Laura Kater

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“Through our work together, my goal is to empower you. You will learn how to embrace the complications of daily living to create an intentional and purpose-filled life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Amy Brotherson

Amy Brotherson

Therapist

Virtual • St. George, UT


“My passion is bringing hope and healing to individuals who have experienced a traumatic or stressful event or situation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Robert Castillo

Robert Castillo

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My role is to gently guide and support you through the stages of change at a pace that feels right for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Carrie Jackson

Carrie Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I am warm and affirming in session. I am able to provide key insights reflecting my understanding of each individual I works with.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Downs

Amanda Downs

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I am passionate about helping people navigate their identity journeys which may include: career changes, family dynamics, relationships, sexuality, and faith transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Renee Podunovich

Renee Podunovich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Utah


“I believe optimal wellness comes from feeling connected to our essential nature within and to the larger world around us.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michelle Anklan

Michelle Anklan

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I'm a queer, cis, feminist atheist living in Utah, which informs my work as a therapist specializing in sex therapy and LGBTQ+ identities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chelita Holland

Chelita Holland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Utah


“I like to have the client discuss what's been most difficult and support them in creating a plan to navigate through the self-defined issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Caroline Motley

Caroline Motley

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My style is nurturing, non-judgmental, and attuned to nuance. I work from a non-pathological, trauma-informed framework.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Rowley

Heather Rowley

Therapist

Virtual • Sandy, UT


“I believe therapy should be a positive, empowering experience focused on what works for the individual.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Laura Helquist

Laura Helquist

Therapist

Virtual • St. George, UT


“My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and flexible, drawing on evidence-based techniques Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ashley Steineckert

Ashley Steineckert

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be honest about what's hard, confusing, or painful — and also when they feel challenged in thoughtful and compassionate ways.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Donald Best

Donald Best

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


Many people struggle with feeling different, strange, or like others do not relate to them well. Many people feel like they have to hide who they are and have no place to be themselves. This goes for the person with depression who needs to reshape their relationships; the person with PTSD facing their painful past; and the gay person grappling with the consequences of coming out or not.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Monica Peterson

Monica Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • Vineyard, UT


“My specialty is working young adults and older adults who need support with OCD, anxiety, and depression.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jo Merrill

Dr. Jo Merrill

Psychologist

Virtual • Utah


“I incorporate a collaborative, strengths-based approach with evidence-based practices to promote healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Martha Bethea

Martha Bethea

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“Through the use of a strengths perspective, accelerated experiential dynamic psychotherapy, and person-centered relational treatment we can move from pain towards healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Hailey Boggess

Hailey Boggess

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“The type of work I love most involves unraveling the ways in which our past affects our present, and rediscovering our connection to ourselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Allen

Ashley Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Draper, UT


“I believe that every individual has the capacity to heal and grow, and I can help you explore your inner world, and identify your unique strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Katherine Millichamp

Katherine Millichamp

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I'm a compassionate, skilled, and open-minded therapist dedicated to empowering my clients to identify their goals...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Candace Arnott, Lcsw

Candace Arnott, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“At the heart of my work is a simple mission: to guide people along a holistic path toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and balance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rochelle Jones

Rochelle Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


Hi, I’m Rochelle. I’ve been a therapist for over 25 years, and my goal is simple — to help you feel better, think clearer, and live your best life.

My sessions are warm, honest, and conversational. I don’t just listen — I teach practical tools and life skills you can actually use to manage stress, handle emotions, and build healthier relationships. Together, we’ll work through what’s weighing on you and find new ways to create peace and balance.

I take a whole-person approach — mind, body, and spirit — and I especially enjoy helping adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of their next step. Therapy with me feels like a safe, supportive space to learn, grow, and start feeling more like yourself again.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carlie Lyons

Carlie Lyons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orem, UT


“Therapy isn't just for the broken, and in fact nobody in therapy is "broken". Its about experiencing the richness of life more fully...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Jana Cua

Dr. Jana Cua

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Utah


“My prescribing philosophy is conservative and evidence-based, ensuring medications are recommended only when they are necessary and beneficial.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jordan Bowman

Jordan Bowman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Utah


“I'm passionate about helping individuals heal by getting to the root of their mental health challenges, not just managing symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kathi-Ann Busha

Kathi-Ann Busha

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. George, UT


“I believe that by learning to retell your story, you can change the impact that it has on your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Haley Hawkins

Haley Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive space where clients feel comfortable showing up as they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shannon Bernstein

Shannon Bernstein

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 24 years of experience in human services, medical social work, and mental health therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Heidi Kulicke

Heidi Kulicke

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My approach with clients is warm and welcoming, creating a safe space for authenticity and vulnerability.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jonathan Vela

Jonathan Vela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Utah


My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I pull from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you understand patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, but I also lean into a humanistic style, meaning I see you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis or a set of symptoms.

I believe therapy should feel like a safe, judgment-free space where you can show up as you are. Whether we’re exploring your relationships, working through anxiety or depression, or identifying what really matters to you, my goal is to support your growth with curiosity, care, and clarity.

I also value realness, I’ll challenge you when it’s helpful, offer insight when you're stuck, and celebrate the progress you might overlook. You're the expert on your life; I’m here to help you reconnect with that truth and build the kind of change that lasts.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Layton, UT

Number of therapists serving Layton, UT
There are over 379 therapists in Layton, UT accepting new patients.
379+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 91%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
  • 55%Select Health - Utah
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%German
  • 1%Italian
How they see their clients
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  • 76%Online only
  • 24%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 25%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 29%Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 12%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 37%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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