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LGBT therapists in Arlington, VA


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Arlington, VA
Arlington's LGBTQIA community deserves mental health support from providers who understand and validate your experiences. Headway offers 945 licensed therapists trained in affirming care, available for sessions as soon as tomorrow. Many patients pay as low as $0 per session through insurance, making compassionate, expert support within reach.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on treating acute and relational trauma with teens, individuals, and couples. I have been working as a psychotherapist for over 15 years. I believe that we heal in relationship to another, rather than trying to do it all alone. My style is warm, attentive and an active participant in your healing journey.
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.
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.
I’m Ine Saka, PMHNP-BC, FNP, and founder of Empathy Wellness Center, currently serving Maryland and Virginia. As a board-certified psychiatric and family nurse practitioner, I provide compassionate, holistic, evidence-based care for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma, integrating traditional psychiatry with wellness-focused approaches to support mind, body, and spirit.
I’m a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with more than 16 years of experience in healthcare and a deep passion for providing compassionate, individualized mental health care.
I believe everyone deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported. My approach is patient-centered and collaborative, with treatment plans tailored to your unique needs, goals, and circumstances.
Through Telehealth, I provide evaluation and treatment for a wide range of mental health concerns, including ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, anger concerns, intermittent explosive disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, binge-eating disorders, body dysmorphia, PTSD, unresolved trauma, family conflicts, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. I proudly provide an LGBTQ+ affirming and inclusive space for all patients.
I also believe mental health care works best when providers work together. When appropriate, I collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, and other healthcare professionals to help create comprehensive, practical, and effective treatment plans.
My goal is simple: to meet you where you are and support you in getting to where you want to be. Your story matters, your goals matter, and you deserve care that meets you with compassion—not judgment.
Hi, my name is Haley, and I am a therapist who is passionate about creating a safer, affirming, supportive space for healing. I specialize in trauma-focused CBT, art therapy, and a human-centered, systems-based approach, always through an anti-racism and anti-oppression lens. I have experience working with kids, teens, and adults navigating complex trauma, abuse, LGBTQ+ identities, sexuality, sex work, and substance use recovery. Whether through talk therapy or creative approaches like art, I tailor sessions to what feels right for you. Healing is a journey, and I am here to walk alongside you.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Arlington, VA



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 98%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 84%Trauma

- 98%Aetna
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 84%Cigna
- 45%United Healthcare

- 99%English
- 6%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Portuguese
- 1%Japanese

- 88%Online only
- 12%In-person or online

- 79%Woman
- 19%Man
- 2%Non-binary

- 40%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Psychologist
- 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 37%Family therapy
- 24%Couples therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
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Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you
Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing an LGBTQIA Therapist in Arlington
Finding LGBTQIA therapists in Arlington starts with looking for identity-affirming care. A therapist who lists experience with LGBTQIA+ people, affirmative therapy, WPATH training, or gender-diverse care may be a stronger fit for support related to identity, relationships, family conflict, anxiety, depression, or stress. Affirming care matters beyond clinical training alone. It can help you choose a therapist whose listed specialties, approach, and experience match what you want to work on.
Arlington has many mental health therapists, but LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists may be more limited depending on schedule, office location, and specialty. Virtual appointments can expand your options beyond nearby offices while still giving you access to therapists licensed in Virginia. As you compare lgbtq therapists, look at availability, whether they offer a free phone consultation, and how they describe their work with LGBTQIA+ communities in their bios. Profiles can also help you understand communication style, therapy approach, and whether a therapist may be a fit for individual care, counseling lgbtq needs, or therapy for gay couples.
Therapy in Arlington can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway makes it easier to search for LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists who are accepting new patients, compare bios, check estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you’re ready.
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