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LGBT therapists in Utah

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Utah

Finding affirming mental health support in Utah is easier with Headway's network of 410 warm and empowering providers. Sessions are flexible, covered by insurance, and clients typically save 75% on costs—some paying as low as $0 per session.

Anita Thornton

Anita Thornton

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


I approach therapy as a collaborator. My method is client-centered and humanistic. I aim to accompany my clients in achieving the goals brought into the therapeutic environment with openness, empathy, and compassion. Creating goals in small steps is vital for progress and change. Identifying insecure attachment and dysfunctional patterns will lead to lasting change. My clients can learn to recognize unhealthy cycles and gain a deeper understanding of their attachment styles.

Currently, I do not provide therapy for couples or minors.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nallely Martinez

Nallely Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I believe that counseling is a collaborative process that requires time, patience, and active engagement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jennifer Bair

Jennifer Bair

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“Growth and peace through learning the skills of thoughtful communication, empathy, boundary setting, healthy thinking patterns, relationship building, and emotion regulation are my goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Monica Rawlings

Monica Rawlings

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My goal is to broaden the perspective and help reveal what clients may have not yet discovered about themselves as they work toward their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda Simms

Dr. Amanda Simms

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


I’m Amanda, and I became a therapist because I believe everyone deserves a place where they can show up exactly as they are. I bring warmth, authenticity, and even a bit of humor into the room when it feels right. I want you to feel genuinely seen—not judged—and supported in whatever you’re working through.

I’ve been in the counseling field for over 15 years and hold a PhD in Counselor Education from the University of Tennessee. My experience ranges from private practice and telehealth to correctional mental health, hospitals, and leadership roles in community programs. A. Simms Resume copy

I work with adults experiencing mood challenges, anxiety, identity concerns, life transitions, and LGBTQIA+ experiences, as well as individuals who are justice-involved or adjusting to major life changes. My approach integrates CBT, ACT, and Reality Therapy, giving us room to explore both deeper patterns and practical skills.

Clients describe me as encouraging, steady, and real—someone who helps them feel grounded and capable while taking meaningful steps toward a more balanced and authentic life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Marcy Porritt

Dr. Marcy Porritt

Psychologist

Virtual • Utah


“I'm a Clinical Psychologist with over a decade working alongside people who've often been let down by mental health care — people who've been misdiagnosed, over-pathologized, or handed a DBT workbook without any real understanding of their actual...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Wendy McCarter

Wendy McCarter

Therapist

Virtual • Sandy, UT


“I'm compassionate and nonjudgmental, but I'm also honest—I won't simply tell you what you want to hear.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jason Stevens

Jason Stevens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Sandy, UT


“Therapy is most meaningful when giving others a space to be heard, valued, challenged, and accepted.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Janice Moran

Dr. Janice Moran

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts, feelings, and topics can be shared without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nicholaus Moore

Nicholaus Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Riverton, UT


I’m a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who works with adults navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and big life transitions. Many of the people I work with feel stuck, disconnected from themselves, or exhausted from carrying more than they ever should have had to. I bring a grounded, real-world approach to therapy that values honesty, self-trust, and meaningful change. My goal is to help you feel more at home in yourself—not just “functional,” but genuinely alive.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Men's issues, PTSD, Stress management
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
April Stevens

April Stevens

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


Hi Y'all! I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I have been practicing for over 21 years. I am specially trained in co-occurring disorders of substance and mental health diagnoses. I love all people and want to help as many people as possible, to heal and move forward towards a healthier happier life. I hope to work with you soon!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Nay

Rebecca Nay

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Holladay, UT


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and the owner of Night Owl Wellness. I hold a master's degree from the University of Utah.

I work with a wide range of adult populations, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans, sexual trauma survivors, those with addiction, people with Autism/ADHD, and survivors of religious trauma. My personal and professional understanding of trauma's complex impact is what drives my passion for this work.

My therapeutic training includes Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other eclectic and integrated interventions.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jennifer Fuller

Jennifer Fuller

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I rely on body and nervous system focused practices, mindfulness and intentionality, as well as healing, relational, and experiential strategies.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Aidan Robinson

Aidan Robinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cedar City, UT


“I aim to create a supportive, authentic space where clients feel understood, empowered, and equipped to make meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 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 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Lueken

Alyssa Lueken

Therapist

Virtual • Millcreek, UT


I work with individuals experiencing sexual dysfunction (erectile dysfunction, pain during sex, difficulties with orgasm, premature ejaculation, etc), anxiety during sex, low/no desire, desire mismatch in couples, sexual trauma, sexual orientation, sexual shame, gender identity, pornography or sex “addiction,” and LGBTQ+ related issues. I specialize in polyamory and ethical non-monogamy; and have experience working with polycules. I practice couples communication coaching and conflict resolution. I am kink-allied, sex work-allied, LGBTQ+ allied.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jody Drewry

Jody Drewry

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My therapy style is person-centered and collaborative—grounded in evidence-based practices and guided by the belief that healing happens in a space of trust, connection, and empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dana Peeples

Dana Peeples

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I'm a compassionate, approachable therapist who believes therapy should be a safe place where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Susan Hurtado

Susan Hurtado

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


Therapy to restore pleasure and emotional safety after sexual assault and other trauma for adults and their partners. I specialize in three areas: sex & intimacy, trauma & emotional regulation, and anxiety disorders such as OCD and BPD. I have extensive experience supporting individuals and partners experiencing intimacy challenges related to desire discrepancy, neurodivergence, and partners hoping to rebuild healthy sexual relationships. I strive to provide care in a space that deeply honors identity and lived experience.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bruce Miller

Bruce Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Draper, UT


“Therapy is not a temporary Band-Aid. It is a process of growth that adds self-awareness and coping skills to your everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Carrie Marchant

Dr. Carrie Marchant

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Utah


“My style is warm, steady, and attuned, grounded in the belief that meaningful change happens through connection, compassion, and trust in the therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michael Allison

Michael Allison

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Layton, UT


“I have worked with over 500 adults moving forward from severe PTSD/trauma or diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).”
LGBTQIA+, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Danniel Worthen Cullumber

Danniel Worthen Cullumber

Therapist

Virtual • West Jordan, UT


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and trauma-informed. I believe healing begins with safety, connection, and self-understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lainy Barrick

Lainy Barrick

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I care a lot about creating a space where you feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are—no pressure to have things figured out.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katelynn Richardson

Katelynn Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I systematically approach therapy from the frame that all parts of a psyche are inherently good, and even maladaptive behavior is coming from a place that makes sense.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kennedy Demboski

Kennedy Demboski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Lehi, UT


I'm a Clinical Mental Health Counselor and have been working professionally as a therapist since 2023. However, I began working in the mental health field with children in foster care in 2016. My time with those kids made me realize that my passion for helping people was in therapy, not in medicine. During my program, I interned in the Alaska Child Trauma Center with kids as young as 2.5 years old. After getting my Master's degree, I began working in inpatient hospitals with teenagers. These experiences are what led to my interest in helping people of all ages work through trauma, suicidal ideation, and behavioral issues. As well as helping parents find the best way to manage their children's behaviors and find the best way to improve their relationship.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Merino

Carrie Merino

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


Maybe you have sensed something was different but never had the words for it. Maybe you have been carrying anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, or other struggles that have made everyday life feel harder than it should. Or maybe you have wondered whether ADHD or Autism is part of your story. As a PhD, I conduct formal assessments for ADHD, Autism, and more. I also provide ongoing therapy so you leave with real tools for a more joyful life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jared Tortosa

Jared Tortosa

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“Client can expect a safe, caring, genuine, and open minded approach to their problems and concerns with effective tools to help them be empowered to overcome their challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marie West

Marie West

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, life transitions, and relationship difficulties, and I have a deep personal passion for working with members of the LGBTQ community.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Claire Flatley

Claire Flatley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Holladay, UT


“I am a non-directive Child-Centered Play Therapist with over 200 hours of training in the specialty.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Halloran

Joseph Halloran

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Utah


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents and adults. My approach blends clinical expertise with a collaborative, patient-centered philosophy, I believe treatment works best when you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in your care.

I earned my graduate degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing from Northern Kentucky University and have experience treating a wide range of conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, trauma-related conditions, mood disorders, and medication management for complex psychiatric presentations. My background includes working with individuals navigating life transitions, high-achieving professionals experiencing burnout, and patients seeking thoughtful, personalized medication management.

I specialize in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management, with a focus on clarity, safety, and long-term stability. I aim to avoid overmedication while ensuring symptoms are effectively treated. When appropriate, I integrate supportive therapy techniques into sessions to help patients build insight, resilience, and practical coping strategies.

My practice is fully telehealth-based, allowing for convenient, private access to care. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable discussing what’s really going on — without judgment — and to work together toward meaningful, sustainable improvement in your mental health.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carlos Jimenez Pozo

Carlos Jimenez Pozo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Utah


“I believe in building a trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brittany Sherman

Brittany Sherman

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I make it a point to ensure that sessions are safe and supportive so that you can feel empowered as we explore the things that you're struggling with through learning skills to cope.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica St. Pierre

Jessica St. Pierre

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My entire career as a social worker since 1998 has been working with individuals who have endured abuse, neglect, trauma, grief and loss.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jarytza Linares

Jarytza Linares

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I have a somatic, body-based approach to therapy - meaning that I bring awareness to the physical responses our bodies hold in response to distress.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Yee

Jeffrey Yee

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My clients describe me as real. I do my best to be completely genuine so it feels like you are taking to a real person.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
To Healing With Joy Always L.L.C.

To Healing With Joy Always L.L.C.

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


Welina, to my practice, To Healing With Joy Always L.L.C. (THWJALLC) THWJA L.L.C. is operated by one Licensed Clinical Social Worker who finds added value in human connection during challenging times in life that a therapeutic lens can add to the support of each client.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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
Jordan Gardner

Jordan Gardner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orem, UT


“A guiding principle of my therapy practice is the belief that each person I work with has the capacity to overcome the challenges they are facing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kurt Sproul

Kurt Sproul

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


I dedicate my life work to helping others find ease in their life along with meaning and purpose and whatever is most important to them and their loved ones. When we lost my son-in-law to addiction and suicide, this career was jump-started!

My education and licensing background includes:

Master of Arts - Integrated Recovery for Co-Occuring Disorders - Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School

CMHC - Clinical Mental Health Counselor

LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor

LAADC/ICAADC - Internationally Certified / Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Utah

Number of therapists serving Utah
There are over 412 therapists in Utah accepting new patients.
412+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 92%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 83%Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
  • 56%Select Health - Utah
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 8%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 81%Online only
  • 19%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 51%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 28%Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 13%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 6%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 38%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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