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LGBT therapists in Fairfax, VA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Fairfax, VA

Fairfax mental health support for LGBTQIA+ individuals includes affirming providers experienced in gender and sexual identity exploration. Our network of 831 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions, with many available within the next two weeks and free consultations to help you find the right fit.

Dr. Veronica Cloonan

Dr. Veronica Cloonan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi, thank you for considering me as your potential therapist. I am a licensed professional counselor, registered play therapist, and PCIT-certified therapist working with children, adults, and family achieve their highest level of self-development.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Indhira Udofia

Indhira Udofia

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that my work is a collaborative effort to empower others in their own lives and healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Trauma
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tahirah Samuels, Lcsw-S

Tahirah Samuels, Lcsw-S

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I understand how complex it can feel to hold everything together on the outside while struggling internally—and how important it is to feel genuinely seen and understood in therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Victoria Ferguson

Victoria Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic approach is person-centered and solution-focused, emphasizing collaboration, strengths, and practical tools to help clients create meaningful and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Burgin

Jennifer Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to be different than other therapists by going above and beyond to customize therapy just for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Roberto Martinez

Roberto Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am a firm believer that all of us go through tough times in our lives, but also that given the proper therapeutic tools you will meet your mental health goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Inga Antrobus

Inga Antrobus

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I help parents navigate separation, divorce, and co-parenting, especially those with ADHD or ADHD-like overwhelm.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Arlene Festekjian

Arlene Festekjian

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is individualized and evidence-based, integrating therapeutic techniques that help you build resilience, strengthen coping skills, gain insight, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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 12 insurance carriers
Stephanie Gooding

Stephanie Gooding

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can be honest, understood, and supported—not judged or told what you "should" do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carlissa Fennell

Carlissa Fennell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy should be a space where you can show up as yourself, feel understood, and get curious about the patterns that have shaped you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Hamilton

Brittany Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi, I’m Brittany, a therapist in Virginia. I work with women, men, teens, moms, and couples who are carrying a lot and could use someone in their corner. People come to me feeling anxious, worn down, stuck in a hard season, overwhelmed by early motherhood, or struggling to connect with the person they love.

Therapy with me feels like a real conversation. I’m warm, honest, and judgment-free, and I’ll gently hold you to the goals you set — with a little humor along the way, because healing doesn’t have to be heavy all the time. You won’t just leave with a space to vent. You’ll leave with practical ways to quiet the noise in your head, calm your body when everything feels like too much, set boundaries that actually hold, and talk through what’s hard instead of swallowing it.

I have specialized training in pregnancy and postpartum mental health, and a deep love for supporting moms through everything that comes with it — the exhaustion, the guilt, the grief, and the question of who you are now. I’m also certified in a relationship program for couples that helps you understand each other’s patterns, communicate without it turning into a fight, and rebuild trust — whether you’re preparing for marriage or working through a rough stretch.

And I’m a military spouse, so I know the rhythm of deployments, moves, and coming home from the inside. Military members and families will find someone here who gets it without needing it explained.

Wherever you’re starting from, you deserve to feel seen. I’d be honored to walk alongside you toward growth, healing, and thriving.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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
Shannon Toy

Shannon Toy

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Working with me means that I will advocate for you and work WITH you to empower you to live a happier and healthier life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gretchen Sutphin

Gretchen Sutphin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My personal experience with undiagnosed ADHD well into adulthood has fueled my passion for this work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Cameron

Nicole Cameron

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“An integrative approach fosters balance in life & confidence naturally increases through accessing your inner wisdom.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Anne Childs Freeman

Anne Childs Freeman

Therapist

Virtual • Ashburn, VA


“I believe that we encounter road blocks in life, and we do not always control what road blocks which we may encounter.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jerusalem Walker

Jerusalem Walker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe mental health is the seat of the spirit and is inseparable from the rest of a person's health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Regina Lawson

Regina Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Clients experience me as warm, direct, and supportive, and I am committed to helping them create meaningful, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jose Montoya

Jose Montoya

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy works best when you feel understood as a whole person, not judged or reduced to a diagnosis.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ebony Poe

Ebony Poe

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


As your therapist, I create a space where you can slow down and reconnect with yourself. My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in belief that meaningful change begins within. Whether you’re managing anxiety, relationship challenges, identity shifts, or past experiences that still affect you, we move at your pace with practical tools and honest conversation.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mara Watts

Mara Watts

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm passionate about walking alongside people as they discover who they truly are and learn how to embrace and become more of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Harrison

Jennifer Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Are you worried that therapy will feel awkward and formal? It doesn’t have to be. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience, I have learned that people are more complicated than a diagnosis, a history, or a list of things that have gone "wrong." Therapy should be a place where you can be honest, curious, and fully yourself. You shouldn't have to worry about saying the 'right thing', or knowing exactly what you want out of the experience.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kathleen Miner

Kathleen Miner

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Strength based therapy is the foundation of all my interventions, believing that people encompass the strengths to overcome obstacles and challenges within their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Eboni Vinson

Eboni Vinson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“It's a privilege to be able to bear witness to someone's story when they may not have had the chance to tell it before.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mikayla Bradley

Mikayla Bradley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Forest, VA


“I believe that everyone deserves a safe, nonjudgmental space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered to work toward meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jada Pannell

Jada Pannell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


With 8 years of experience in the mental health field, I firmly believe in the parity of mental and physical health. Life often leads us into dark tunnels, and my role in therapy is to guide individuals toward the light at the end of those tunnels.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Julia Catlin

Dr. Julia Catlin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in helping you understand why these patterns exist and how to genuinely transform them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kaylyn Proctor

Kaylyn Proctor

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi there! My name is Kaylyn, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Virginia. I graduated with my MSW from Radford University in Virginia, and have been practicing for 4 years. I am passionate and committed to supporting others through their mental health & healing journey. I am truly honored to bear witness to the lives and experiences of the clients I work with. I prioritize creating a safe and comfortable environment for sharing and growth.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brittany McCullar

Brittany McCullar

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I utilize an empathetic approach along with evidence-based modalities (elements of CBT, DBT) to increase client awareness, provide education, and teach the tools/skills necessary to overcome.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ariel Johnson

Ariel Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe there is a person behind every diagnosis, and that understanding the whole person is essential to meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Clifford Marsh

Clifford Marsh

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Most clients describe me as empathetic and easy to talk to, based on online reviews from clients I have worked with.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kornisha Christian Jones

Kornisha Christian Jones

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“At the end of the session, clients can expect to gain a clear understanding of their diagnosis, medications, and their specific role in their own mental healing process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karen Mattox

Karen Mattox

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I offer my clients a person-centered approach utilizing warm acceptance and unconditional positive regard.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Allison Rentz

Allison Rentz

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I primarily support women and LGBTQ+ individuals in navigating life's challenges, fostering self-awareness, and embracing personal growth through a compassionate, affirming approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cherith Zorbas

Cherith Zorbas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


I'm a dual board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs. For the past 8 years, I’ve worked closely with individuals managing chronic pain and substance use disorders, providing integrated support that addresses both physical and mental health needs. I specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and PTSD with a focus on individuals over 18 years old.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Natalie Jones

Natalie Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that therapy should feel collaborative rather than clinical. I bring patience and steady support to each session...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tyffany Kidd

Tyffany Kidd

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore challenges that are present in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Fields

Steven Fields

Therapist

Virtual • Hampton, VA


“I am a psychotherapist with professional experience in sexuality/sexual health, creative/expressive arts, and spirituality.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sierra Johnson

Sierra Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is person-centered and collaborative, designed to encourage and facilitate positive growth based on individual needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Fairfax, VA

Number of therapists serving Fairfax, VA
There are over 829 therapists in Fairfax, 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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