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LGBT therapists in Vermont

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Vermont

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Vermont with 88 affirming, open-minded mental health providers who understand your unique experiences. Access talk therapy and medication management through virtual or in-person sessions, with many clients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance coverage.

Tana Massaro

Tana Massaro

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


I am a social worker experienced providing supportive counseling with school aged students, adults and the elderly. I am a compassionate listener whose goal is to help you get through difficult situations. I am easy to talk to and have a strong professional work ethic.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sara Dee

Sara Dee

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


Healing isn't about forgetting the past. It's about changing the way it affects your present. Whether you're working through anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorder recovery, or difficult life transitions, therapy can help you better understand the patterns that have been keeping you stuck while creating healthier ways to move forward.

With nearly a decade of experience working with adults, I provide a warm, collaborative, and supportive space where you can feel understood without judgment. My goal is to help you make sense of what's contributing to your current challenges, build on your existing strengths, and develop practical tools that support meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, eating disorders, grief, ADHD, or relationship concerns, we'll work together to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Aimee Rozum

Aimee Rozum

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


I've been in practice for thirty years, working with clients of all ages. I have Master's Degrees in Counseling and Religious Studies, with concentrations in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, EMDR and Expressive Therapies.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul OBrien

Paul OBrien

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe in empowering and motivating my clients to make the changes in life that matter most to their self growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tameika Ivey

Tameika Ivey

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“My approach is grounded in CBT and integrates DBT, ACT, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practices to help clients develop insight, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Haviland

Dr. Elizabeth Haviland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Vermont


“My nature is warm yet confident, nurturing and reassuring. I want you to feel at ease from the very beginning.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Keri Zwerner

Keri Zwerner

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“We all have the power and ability to make positive changes in our lives to grow and learn, sometimes we just need help finding our strengths to do so.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josh Burke

Josh Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Shelburne, VT


“I would describe my approach to be goal-oriented and client/person-centered, which leads to engaging, practical approaches to problem-solving many concerns as they relate to individual stressors.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kimberly Gililland

Kimberly Gililland

Therapist

Virtual • Burlington, VT


“I strive to help individuals build confidence, eliminate self doubt, and navigate successfully through this hectic and beautiful thing we call life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrea Douglas

Andrea Douglas

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I bring a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring evidence-based methods like CBT, SFT, and trauma-informed care to fit each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Deana Duckenfield

Deana Duckenfield

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe healing happens at the intersection of science and humanity. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices—like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and trauma-informed care—but it's guided just as much by warmth,...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alyson Korman

Alyson Korman

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I help kids and teens feel understood, confident, and capable in a world that doesn't always get them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Simone Cote

Simone Cote

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative and grounded in your real life — not a one-size-fits-all formula.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Gooding-Call

Mary Gooding-Call

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“My therapy practice is dedicated to providing affirming, strengths-based therapy for those who are part of these marginalized communities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Identity issues, Physical health issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melyse Behavioral Wellness

Melyse Behavioral Wellness

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


Melyse Behavioral & Wellness is a small group practice that empowers, supports and helps clients thrive through their journey. We are a small practice designed to meet the support We have a long history working with kids in the foster care system. I work with clients from various walks of life ages 12 years and older a variety of different emotional difficulties find a way to improve the quality of your relationships with family and friends. You’re taking the first step, and I congratulate you for that because it’s not an easy thing to do.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Samantha Morrigan

Samantha Morrigan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Saint Johnsbury, VT


If you're looking for an out of the ordinary therapist, welcome to my "office"! I was born and raised in Springfield Massachusetts before moving to east Tennessee in 2011 and then northeast Vermont in 2021. So I understand "transplant loneliness" quite well in addition to other city to rural living dilemmas. I have a wide array of lived experience in addition to my education and am able to bring it all to the table to better assist you on your journey. I am only human and I do not know more about you than you, but we can work together to find the solutions to the issues that trouble you. I am here to dig out the answers you seek from within. Side note: I have experience with various types of relationships within the internet/gaming/pop culture/geek/nerd/neurodiverse/LGBTQ/spiritual and alternative communities as well cultural diversity.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe therapy works best when people feel genuinely comfortable being themselves, not judged, analyzed, or pressured to "have it all figured out."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cathy Rahill

Cathy Rahill

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe therapy should be a safe, empowering space where you can untangle what's weighing on you and explore new ways to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Lemaire-Jenkins

Elizabeth Lemaire-Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is collaborative and that individual clients have unique and sometimes unrealized strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Andrew Titus

Andrew Titus

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I work especially well with LGBTQ+ adults and people carrying the weight of family expectations, shame, religion, or complicated attachment histories.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer DeBarbieri

Jennifer DeBarbieri

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I prioritize creating a safe, accepting environment where clients can express themselves freely without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


My name is Benjamin. With over 25 years of experience, I help individuals and couples build stronger, more fulfilling relationships and improve emotional well-being. I work with adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other life challenges.

My approach is personalized, collaborative, and focused on meaningful, lasting growth. I help clients better understand their emotions, strengthen connections, and develop practical tools for everyday life.

Therapy with me is real, down-to-earth, and engaging—I bring honesty, humor, and compassion to create a space where you can grow, heal, and be yourself. Book with me here or at https://evolvetothrive9.com.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Thomas Mott

Thomas Mott

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“A well designed treatment plan with goals and measurable objectives to ensure your satisfaction in working with me.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Owens

Michael Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I will help you explore how changing your perspective and changing the actions can change your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Burlington, VT


“Expect to walk away feeling heard and valued, knowing you are being cared for by a knowledgeable and passionate provider.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jude Horan

Jude Horan

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I especially enjoy working with LGBTQ+ young adults, college and graduate students, and young professionals navigating anxiety, ADHD, relationships, identity, burnout, and life's many transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maureen Roianov

Maureen Roianov

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


I’m Maureen Roianov, a clinical social worker with 28 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mood challenges. I work with clients in both New Hampshire and Vermont, offering a calm, grounded space where you can feel seen, heard, and safe enough to explore what you want to work on as well as what’s possible. Together, we’ll not only focus on identifying the best way forward, but also on creating meaningful, lasting change in your life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joshua Grubb

Joshua Grubb

Therapist

Virtual • Manchester, VT


“I know what it's like to feel this kind of suffering, and to wake up everyday feeling like an imposter.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ann-Marie Cupples

Ann-Marie Cupples

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I offer a warm and non judgmental environment. I use evidence based treatment to help my clients meet their treatment goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sharon Arthur

Sharon Arthur

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I take a warm and affirming approach, sometimes direct and sometimes with humor or both, where I'm holding a safe space for you to process your emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Cavarnos

Sarah Cavarnos

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I often utilize mindfulness techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in my practice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anne Hopkinson

Anne Hopkinson

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I specialize in working with high-achieving, young adults who may look like they're doing "fine" on the outside but feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected on the inside.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Samuel Harrison

Samuel Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


I am a therapist that welcomes all, humbly, and strives to build community with those I encounter. You are welcome here, however you may be.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Mull

Jason Mull

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


My name is J.J. Mull -- I'm a clinical social worker and therapist in private practice. I trained and Smith College School for Social Work and received advanced training in psychoanalytic treatment at Cambridge Health Alliance through Harvard Department of Psychiatry. Since finishing my training, I have worked in a wide range of settings with people struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, substance use disorders, significant trauma, and many other issues. In addition to my clinical work, I am a writer, poet, and researcher and have been a professor in the Masters in Social Work program at Smith College for 4 years.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dawn Traut

Dawn Traut

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burlington, VT


“I can weave traditional psychotherapy with mindfulness practices to relieve symptoms, promote self-care...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Laura Prader

Laura Prader

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I am a trauma-informed therapist who is trained in Prolonged Exposure Therapy to treat PTSD symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I specialize in creating a safe and non-judgmental space to facilitate personal change, insight, and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Stacey Fontaine-Stearns

Stacey Fontaine-Stearns

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I utilize a relational, creative, and validating therapeutic approach. Through a growth mindset, I meet clients where they are...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mae Winters

Mae Winters

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“My approach is warm, practical, and personalized, combining evidence-based techniques with genuine support to help you create meaningful and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Knox Wilder

Knox Wilder

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I am passionate about serving the diverse needs of queer, trans, and gender non-conforming individuals and family systems!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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