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LGBT therapists in Alexandria, VA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Alexandria, VA

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Alexandria with 832 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded mental health support. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, or life transitions, our providers deliver personalized care through virtual or in-person sessions. With an average savings of 75% on sessions through insurance, you can focus on your wellbeing without financial stress.

Michael Hutchinson

Michael Hutchinson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“It will always be my goal to ensure clients have concrete tools and techniques sufficient enough to one day say, "I no longer need to see you, Hutch."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Joanne Frederick

Dr. Joanne Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is Cognitive Behavioral and Humanistic... I focus on your goals and together we form a relationship that is supportive, reflective and honest.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Glorya Askew

Glorya Askew

Therapist

Virtual • Arlington, VA


“Glorya's work has focused on children, adolescents, adults, and families in community agencies and forensic settings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Kaliyah Hughes

Dr. Kaliyah Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Healing happens through connection, and that is what I am here to offer. I am Kaliyah Hughes, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Doctorate in Professional Counseling and deep roots in community mental health, crisis support, and psychiatric care. I work with adults, children, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, and more. Whether you are facing something acute or working toward your next chapter, I bring both clinical expertise and genuine care to every session. I would love to walk beside you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristen Smiddy

Kristen Smiddy

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to help others achieve their goals and hopefully see themselves in a better light than ever before.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Traci Terry

Traci Terry

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in the inherent worth of every individual and that there is no "wrong" way to have a body.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
McKinley Isaacs-cochran

McKinley Isaacs-cochran

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Bristol, VA


“I take a solution-focused approach, always aiming to help you move forward with care that's thoughtful, practical, and tailored to what you need most.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tamika Robinson

Tamika Robinson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe every patient deserves a personalized approach—there's no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Petra Gross

Petra Gross

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and family of origin issues. My particular passion lies in supporting minorities and mothers through all stages of motherhood...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Guill

Richard Guill

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“For nearly 20 years, I've walked alongside adults navigating the heavy weight of trauma, grief, PTSD, substance use, depression, and anger.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie

Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and direct. I believe in helping clients make meaningful progress, not just insight.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Ehrmantraut

Rachel Ehrmantraut

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Over eleven years I have worked with a wide range of clients, which means very little of what you bring will be unfamiliar to me. Maybe you are managing anxiety that puts you in fight or flight, a low mood that will not lift, the demands of ADHD, or a health condition that has quietly reshaped your life. Whatever brings you here, I start from what is already working

in your life rather than from what is broken. You do not need the right words or a clear diagnosis to begin. If that sounds like the support you are looking for, I would be glad to hear from you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eleanor Lampell

Eleanor Lampell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring 19 years of clinical experience, deep training in IFS and the Enneagram, and a style that is direct, warm, and empowering.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kayla Gaffney

Kayla Gaffney

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I want clients to feel empowered; the therapeutic journey is about creating skills that are applicable and long-lasting.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ashante Mozie

Ashante Mozie

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy should feel like a grounding and affirming space—where your voice is heard, your story matters, and your healing is honored.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
DeAndra Oliver

DeAndra Oliver

Therapist

Virtual • Burkeville, VA


“I believe that every client is the expert on their own life, and I encourage you to take the lead in your healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
E'lisha Simmons

E'lisha Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to meet you where you are, honor your right to self-determination, and empower you to uncover underlying concerns...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sumaiya Ahmed

Sumaiya Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe my purpose is to teach you the tools needed that will empower you to move forward and live your life to the fullest.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Kenoff

Andrea Kenoff

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in a holistic approach with an appreciation that the mind, body, brain and spirit are intimately intertwined and impacted by one another.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Direct, Energetic, Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Rose Ehichioya

Dr. Rose Ehichioya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Woodbridge, VA


“In my experience, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), has been invaluable for patients struggling with anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Chelsea Riggs

Chelsea Riggs

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment to build a therapeutic relationship and foster healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Charmaine Dockett

Charmaine Dockett

Therapist

Virtual • Chantilly, VA


Charmaine is a christian woman that is warm and challenging. Charmaine enjoys getting to know the strength and character of her clients. She is strong yet compassionate and nonjudgmental.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kimberly Sale

Kimberly Sale

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that therapy should be tailored to the individual's needs and goals. I would love to walk alongside of you and explore what that looks like for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jasen Eberz

Jasen Eberz

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a supportive but challenging approach that ensures that you can get the most out of your time.”
LGBTQIA+, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Nadine Leonard

Nadine Leonard

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I approach therapy from a trauma informed lens and collaborate with clients to ensure their needs are being met.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Janita Daggy

Dr. Janita Daggy

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As an individual with a complicated history, I understand the importance of healing the person as a whole spirit, soul, and body at one's own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Valeri Pineo

Valeri Pineo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Verona, VA


“I am not your usual therapist. I have purple hair, and I sometimes wear jeans. I'm playful and genuine, very client focused, and I'm always ready to learn.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kimberly Nelson

Dr. Kimberly Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have over 20 years of experience and primarily work with adults and couples navigating the challenges of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Fox

Christina Fox

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hey! I'm Christina, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 7 years experience providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy on an outpatient basis. I am thoroughly trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), two off-shoots of CBT that incorporate acceptance and mindfulness. I currently serve as the chapter president for Mid-Atlantic Chapter of The Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences, and I am a contributing author to an upcoming manual on a developing integrative therapy, Contextually-focused DBT. Basically, I'm a therapy nerd. I love and believe in my practice, and am always on the hunt to learn more and be the best therapist I can be.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sheryl Losick-Smith

Sheryl Losick-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that my job as your therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to share your experiences, thoughts, feelings and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Gissella Mana

Gissella Mana

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adults experiencing a wide range of mental health and medical conditions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zellessia Ejalonibu

Zellessia Ejalonibu

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I help young adults, adults, and athletes work through anxiety, depression, grief and loss, burnout, attachment and relationship challenges, and confidence or performance struggles so they can feel more grounded, confident, and connected in their lives. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of your next step, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy can be a place to better understand yourself, build on your strengths, and create meaningful change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tracy Moore

Tracy Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • N CHESTERFLD, VA


“Integrating expressive arts techniques, including drawing, storytelling, and role-playing, to engage clients in therapy and facilitate emotional expression.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michael Nalbone

Michael Nalbone

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 19 years of experience, I provide culturally sensitive care to those navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Hines

Kristin Hines

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My clinical approach is collaborative, structured, and strengths-based. I draw from evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, and psychoeducation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
DJ Carter

DJ Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hello, my name is DJ and my pronouns are they/them. I am a professional counselor licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, providing talk therapy and psychedelic integration therapy. I primarily address issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions, often with clients who are LGBTQIAA+, polyamorous/ethically non-monogamous, and/or into kink/BDSM.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nma Nabie

Nma Nabie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“Your mental health journey matters to me, and I'm here to truly listen, not just to what you're saying, but to what you need.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Reyana Bamie

Reyana Bamie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals across the lifespan. I specialize in treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and stress-related concerns through a combination of medication management and supportive psychotherapy.

My approach is holistic, collaborative, and patient-centered. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and respected. Together, we will explore your concerns, identify treatment goals, and develop a personalized plan that aligns with your needs and lifestyle.

I incorporate evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral techniques, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation to help clients build coping skills and improve overall well-being. Whether you are starting treatment for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, I strive to provide care that is thoughtful, empowering, and results-oriented.

I offer convenient telehealth services, making it easier to access care from the comfort of your home. My goal is to support you in achieving stability, balance, and improved quality of life.

I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds and am committed to culturally sensitive care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ashley Waters

Ashley Waters

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, collaborative and grounded in evidenced based practices like CBT, while also being deeply person centered, and trauma focused.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carol Siggers Snow

Carol Siggers Snow

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have worked extensively with child survivors of sexual abuse, adolescents, and members of the LGBT community who are challenged with depression, anger management and anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Alexandria, VA

Number of therapists serving Alexandria, VA
There are over 829 therapists in Alexandria, VA accepting new patients.
829+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 88%Cigna
  • 49%Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 40%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Psychologist
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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