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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Chesapeake, VA

Chesapeake's LGBTQIA+ community deserves mental health care from providers who truly understand. Headway offers sessions with empowering, inquisitive clinicians available as soon as next day, with transparent pricing and insurance support to make therapy accessible.

Keyonda Brown

Keyonda Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to provide an authentic judgement free safe place to communicate and explore attainable goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Brannon La Force

Brannon La Force

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss. I consider it a privilege to stand with another individual as he or she resolves great pain. I specialize in treating clients with trauma, relationship issues, and borderline personality disorder.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Kristin Miller

Kristin Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


As a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) who has been practicing for over 10 years, I can promise support, empathy, and engagement. Additionally, I have formal training in trauma treatments, TEAM-CBT, RLT couples counseling, and years of experience with several other approaches. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, i am an LGBTQIA+ ally, and i love my job!

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alex Honigman

Alex Honigman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I want clients I work with to feel empowered, grounded and have a greater understanding of themselves and the healthy pathways that lead to a meaningful life aligned to their value set.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Demetries North

Dr. Demetries North

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal as a therapist is to create a space where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Messerschmidt

Mary Messerschmidt

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My philosophy is largely rooted in the belief that a caring, authentic therapy relationship, combined with finely tuned best practice interventions can create healthy solutions to challenges in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Renae Willis

Renae Willis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal for every client is for them to come away from our sessions feeling understood and cared for, as well as a renewed sense of hope for their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michael Gifford

Michael Gifford

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have had the privilege of supporting people through some of life's most difficult and meaningful moments.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candace Ford

Candace Ford

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in providing culturally competent, trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health services.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley McBride

Ashley McBride

Therapist

Virtual • Portsmouth, VA


“My approach to therapy is holistic. We can laugh, cry, be serious, or silent. I'm here to meet you where you are, without judgment...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Funmilayo Olugbemi

Funmilayo Olugbemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My treatment method consists of a person-centered approach with evidenced-based medication management; and while working as a team, I provide a combination of psychiatric medication, supportive/talk therapy, and encourage lifestyle changes.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Deneice Wickens

Dr. Deneice Wickens

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


🚨 IMPORTANT BOOKING NOTE

Please email me before booking through Headway so I can help confirm the correct appointment type and availability.

📧 Email: [email protected]

📅 Calendar: https://calendar.app.google/mthW2bCyu8UjfChA9

Hi, I’m Dr. Deneice, DNP, MBA, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC. I am a doctoral-prepared, board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and owner of Eden Total Care.

I provide concierge-style virtual psychiatric care for young-feeling adults at any age who are navigating anxiety, depression, insomnia, PTSD, PMDD, ADHD, autism-related concerns, mood symptoms, emotional overwhelm, burnout, and diagnostic uncertainty.

My primary role is psychiatric evaluation and medication management. I also incorporate supportive therapy, life coaching, and holistic guidance when appropriate. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and properly treated — not rushed, dismissed, or reduced to a diagnosis.

Appointment Guide:

New clients: 40-minute initial assessment

Returning clients: 20-minute follow-up

40-minute follow-ups: provider-approved only based on clinical need

Please email or message me before booking an appointment to ensure availability. Limited appointment times are available, and emailing directly is the fastest way to get started.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sadie Sheafe

Sadie Sheafe

Therapist

Virtual • Newport News, VA


“I must understand what issue (s) you are dealing with in "your own words" that bring you to therapy, how these issues affect you individually, and how they affect you in any relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Tierra Gregory

Dr. Tierra Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Maximillian Macias

Dr. Maximillian Macias

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am passionate about increasing access to care and providing affirming and culturally responsive treatment for all of my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aurelio Zabaleta

Aurelio Zabaleta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe the best psychiatric care begins with listening... I take a collaborative, individualized approach that combines thoughtful medication management with practical strategies to help you reach your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gennell Miller

Gennell Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hello, I’m Gennell Miller, a Clinical Social Worker committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and personal growth. I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, supported, and understood. My goal is to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s challenges and work toward creating the life you want for yourself.

Please text me to schedule a free consultation (202) 301-3812

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jamelle Berry

Jamelle Berry

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is affirming, direct, and collaborative. I strive to create a space where every aspect of who you are can be discussed openly, without judgment...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Hugel

Jennifer Hugel

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am friendly and warm and I believe the authentic connection made in therapy can be a transformative tool to desired change in yourself and your relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Bell

Michelle Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, heard, and genuinely supported. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative environment where clients can show up as their authentic selves. My approach is compassionate, direct when needed, and focused on helping clients build practical tools for everyday life while also exploring deeper emotional patterns and experiences.

I enjoy working with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, stress, identity exploration, and emotional overwhelm. I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC clients and creating an affirming therapeutic space where clients feel respected and understood.

I understand that starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and my goal is to meet clients where they are while helping them move toward healing, clarity, and meaningful growth.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shukairo Baker

Shukairo Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I firmly believe that the body heals with play, the mind heals with laughter, and the soul heals with joy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Tonya Sims

Dr. Tonya Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“With over twenty years of experience in mental health, I have learned that true healing begins with connection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Wayne Pearson

Wayne Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I find humor and honesty to be my main approach when it comes to connecting and building rapport with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joseph Melendez

Joseph Melendez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Chassitty Fiani

Dr. Chassitty Fiani

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in working with clients who identify across the spectrums of gender and sexual orientation, and families who want to learn how to be more supportive of their loved ones.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay Moffatt

Lindsay Moffatt

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I lead with respect, understanding, and empathy. I enjoy using humor and creating a safe place for you to be your authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Bernard Mungin

Bernard Mungin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Alexandria, VA


“I am a think-out-of-the-box clinician that will often challenge clients to try approaches that may be out of their comfort zone.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Monique Preston

Monique Preston

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Think of me as your trusty sidekick with a bag of evidenced based tools and interventions to use on our journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Leslie Lartey

Leslie Lartey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Culpeper, VA


“I focus on understanding the your story; not just the symptoms—to create a tailored wellness plan that fits your unique life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 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 10 insurance carriers
Jazmin Budd

Jazmin Budd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“I believe in a holistic approach to providing care, focusing on an individual's physical, emotional, and mental well-being of an individual.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kristel Byrd

Kristel Byrd

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am neurodivergent therapist who provides Teletherapy. As a former military brat and spouse, working mother, single mother, trauma survivor, I've intimately understood the complexities of life's transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Meagan Barksdale

Meagan Barksdale

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is open-minded, unbiased, and nonjudgmental. I bring warmth, humor, practical skills, and solution-focused tools into therapy while avoiding toxic positivity or generic, one-size-fits-all counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Lewis

Amanda Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a safe, multicultural, intersectional, and affirming space to process trauma, rebuild a sense of agency, and develop healthy relationships with self and others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Gaskill

Mary Gaskill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blacksburg, VA


“My approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative. Together, we'll slow things down, get curious about what hurts, and uncover what's possible beyond the pain.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jada Long

Jada Long

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping clients better understand their emotions, challenge unhelpful patterns, and reconnect with their strengths while creating meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Ononobi

Cynthia Ononobi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“I believe that strong therapeutic relationships are built on trust, authenticity, and a genuine understanding of each client's unique experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hayley Stillings

Hayley Stillings

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Richmond, VA


“I take a warm, nonjudgmental, and affirming approach to therapy, meeting you where you are and tailoring our work to your unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maxine Cher

Maxine Cher

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a gentle, person-centered approach, drawing from CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed care to support your growth and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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