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LGBT therapists in West Jordan, UT

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in West Jordan, UT

West Jordan's LGBTQIA+ community deserves mental health support from providers who truly understand. Headway offers 359 licensed professionals trained in affirming care, with sessions available virtually or in-person. Many clients save 75% on therapy through insurance, with some paying as low as $0 per session.

Tess Shafer

Tess Shafer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • 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
Calie Adams

Calie Adams

Therapist

In-person • Provo, UT


I have a deep compassion for people. I am uniquely positioned from the experiences I've had in my life to have the privilege of walking with others on their healing journeys. I believe we all have the capacity for healing, which is a very individualized process. I love what I do and am privileged to do it!

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family. I love animals and have two cats. I have a lot of interests including Yoga, dance, Tai Chi, traveling, art, and nature.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brian Austin

Brian Austin

Therapist

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 2 insurance carriers
Jordan Gardner

Jordan Gardner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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
Irina Campbell

Irina Campbell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Spanish Fork, UT


“My goal is to help patients feel heard, understood, and empowered—supporting meaningful change and improved quality of life through compassionate, thoughtful care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melissa Billings

Melissa Billings

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I provide a safe, affirming space for individuals of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessica Wyly

Jessica Wyly

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“Jess uses her personal experience in recovery and compassion for others to create a safe, non-judgmental, and sometimes even fun place for therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Renee Wallace

Renee Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I take an empathetic, and trauma informed approach and believe in meeting clients where they are at.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 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 6 insurance carriers
Rayna Forcum

Rayna Forcum

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I believe that through compassion, patience, and humor one can heal and move through their challenges to be able to grow and change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Daniel Brake

Daniel Brake

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I like to think of therapy as a place to find acceptance, to develop a better understanding of yourself, and to design some experiments to run in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Steele

Denise Steele

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I've worked with individuals grappling with anxiety that affects their ability to tackle things like leaving the house, interacting with loved ones, or working towards their educational and career goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Physical health issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Davies

Courtney Davies

Therapist

Virtual • Salt Lake City, UT


Welcome to therapy, let's get to work! I believe everyone deserves good therapy and I'm here to provide the guidance and structure needed to make lasting change in your life. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Utah in 2020 and have been working in the mental health field for over 10 years. I have specialized training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (a sister approach to EMDR) for trauma treatment. If you visit me in office, you will get to meet my therapy dog, Java, who is always ready for a chat and snuggle.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 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
Pamela Avanzino

Pamela Avanzino

Therapist

Virtual • Cottonwood Heights, UT


“My approach is individually formulated for your specific challenges, and I treat all diagnoses with an emphasis on mood disorders, relationship issues, grief/loss, substance use, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Treshain Elerson

Treshain Elerson

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has been practicing for over 10 years, primarily as a school-based therapist working with youth of all ages.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tucker Wallace

Tucker Wallace

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cedar City, UT


“I don't see myself as an expert, but as a partner to walk with my clients as we work together to build a life worth living.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Patricia Pardy

Patricia Pardy

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


I am a Mental Health Counselor, licensed in NY, MA, NJ, NH, RI, KS, UT, WI, IN, AR, and OR, with over 20 years experience in the counseling field. I have had experience assisting clients with a wide range of concerns, such as, parenting issues, family/personal relationships, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, and anger management.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lynetta Martindale

Lynetta Martindale

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I am a dedicated therapist specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, career challenges, and mood disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nikki Day

Nikki Day

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


Nikki Day, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker and therapist with experience providing mental health services since 2019 through community mental health agencies, group practices, and private practice settings. She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Denver in 2020 and completed her clinical licensure requirements in 2025. Nikki is the founder of Vivant Counseling, LLC, where she works primarily with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. While maintaining a generalist approach, she has developed specialized experience supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and survivors of domestic and sexual violence. In 2026, she expanded her professional licensure to include both Utah and Nevada, allowing her to broaden access to mental health care across multiple states.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elissa Evans

Elissa Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Cedar City, UT


“I specialize in working with adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, faith transitions, addiction, divorce, couples counseling, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vito Pelikan

Vito Pelikan

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My approach to psychotherapy and counseling is strength-based it's core, rooted in humanistic, person-centered models, and is trauma-informed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashley Nelson

Ashley Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“Ashley offers a client centered approach, delivering individualized therapeutic treatment to meet the needs of each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emma Gratteau

Emma Gratteau

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I am a psychotherapist with over 13 years of experience treating clients who struggle with trauma (physical, sexual, emotional, and neglect), addiction, depression, anxiety, bipolar, personality disorders...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Collin Stivers

Collin Stivers

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I believe everyone is the expert of their own story, and my role is to assist you in determining the right goals for you and getting you to your destination.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 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 2 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
Dr. Aisha Adigun

Dr. Aisha Adigun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Utah


“I provide virtual/in-person psychiatry treatment and medication management for high-functioning individuals who want to feel better without the runaround.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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 13 insurance carriers
Leah Stratton

Leah Stratton

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I'm a very relaxed and flexible therapist. I prefer to follow the direction of my clientele instead of taking charge and telling the client what to do.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
David Pfeffer

David Pfeffer

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I believe in a proactive, collaborative approach to counseling, where you are actively engaged in making real changes in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Mallory Garrett

Mallory Garrett

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My therapeutic approach centers on meeting you where you are and fostering a collaborative environment to address the issues causing you distress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Xou Yang

Xou Yang

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I work collaboratively with clients using a compassionate, flexible, and evidence-informed style tailored to each client's unique needs and goals...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bryson Lind

Bryson Lind

Therapist

Virtual • Provo, UT


“My approach goes beyond just managing symptoms; we will work together to read your body and heart, redefining who you are to create a stronger, joy-filled self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lia Grover

Lia Grover

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I specialize in trauma and individuals struggling with anxiety and depression. I have a lot of experience working with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community and individuals going through the immigration process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 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
Brian Hansen

Brian Hansen

Psychologist

Virtual • Utah


“I am confident that i will be able to help you effect change in your life - i believe in the healing power of competent and uniquely-personal psychotherapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Puanani Green

Rachel Puanani Green

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


As a social worker with seven years of experience in the field, I strive to work from an open, curious, and empowering approach in therapy. I've worked with a number of clients who struggle with various issues including anxiety, depression, and Bipolar Disorder among other things. I recognize the lasting effects trauma can have on a person and specialize in treating it, specifically using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Marie Harris

Tina Marie Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I am very strength-based, empowering your knowledge and capability to overcome and begin enjoying life again.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of West Jordan, UT

Number of therapists within 20 miles of West Jordan, UT
There are over 28 therapists in West Jordan, UT accepting new patients.
28+
Average years in practice
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6 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Trauma
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 86%Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
  • 82%Select Health - Utah
  • 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 4%Danish
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 50%Man
  • 43%Woman
  • 7%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 11%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 96%Individual therapy
  • 50%Couples therapy
  • 50%Family therapy
  • 29%Child or adolescent therapy

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