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LGBT therapists in Fredericksburg, VA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Fredericksburg, VA

Headway supports LGBTQIA+ individuals across Fredericksburg with warm, solution-oriented providers experienced in gender and sexual identity concerns. With 925 licensed therapists available and free intake calls offered, you can find the right fit for your mental health journey with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage.

Aaron Kirkwood

Aaron Kirkwood

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that therapy is ultimately about hope, and no matter how big the problems are the smallest of hopes can be built up and used to overcome them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Diaz

Elizabeth Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Reston, VA


“Elizabeth's therapeutic approach is grounded in a diverse range of modalities to cater to the unique needs of her clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sharon Arthur

Sharon Arthur

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“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 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Hickey

Amanda Hickey

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe you are the expert of your experiences! I take this client-centered approach to provide a non-judgmental, positive, and safe space...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Burke

Carrie Burke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wise, VA


“I strive to create an encouraging environment where children and parents feel understood, empowered, and equipped with practical tools for lasting growth and connection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Hansen

Jessica Hansen

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am a certified DBT therapist who provides counseling to help individuals and their loved ones address various life issues...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssia Rodriguez

Alyssia Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is person-centered, which means I meet you where you are, with compassion and curiosity, and work together to help you make sense of your experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Catherine Randall

Dr. Catherine Randall

Therapist

Virtual • Charlottesville, VA


“I foster a strong therapeutic relationship with warmth, humor, creativity, and a genuine desire to help all people achieve success.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Albritton

Jennifer Albritton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My practice is grounded in a collaborative, strengths‐based approach that emphasizes empowerment, goal‐setting, and sustainable progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Lynn Bañez

Dr. Lynn Bañez

Therapist

Virtual • Williamsburg, VA


“I believe in working with the whole person and tailor my approach to the client I am working with. I tend to draw from Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stephanie Safos-Moriarty

Stephanie Safos-Moriarty

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My warm and caring approach allows my clients to feel safe as I walk beside you throughout your counseling journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lauren Whelan

Lauren Whelan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chesapeake, VA


“I spent a lot of my clinical time working with the pediatric population and adolescents, which is where I really learned the value of a family-centered approach...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Toy Draine

Toy Draine

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My work is grounded in the belief that therapy should be a collaborative and empowering experience—one that supports you in building insight, developing effective coping strategies, and achieving meaningful personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cory Dunn

Cory Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I utilize an integrative approach that allows individuals, couples, and/or families to customize their therapeutic process to meet their specific needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 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 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Samantha Brown

Dr. Samantha Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is direct, transparent, and action-oriented. I believe therapy should be more than just talking about problems—it should help you create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brandy West-Bey

Brandy West-Bey

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is warm and welcoming. I walk beside my clients as they uncover their mental health and well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ilesa Bauer

Ilesa Bauer

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am queer and gender non conforming and my hair changes constantly to reflect that horrible stereotype that nonbinary people have blue hair but whatever :--)”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 6 insurance carriers
John Arlotto

John Arlotto

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is relaxed and conversational. I want our meetings to be a safe space for you to heal, learn, and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kara Johnson

Kara Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Ka'ra Johnson is a LCSW-C, LCSW licensed in MD, VA, DC, and OH. She received both her Masters in Mental Health Counseling and Masters of Social Work from Capella University. She specializes in treating Trauma, Mood Disorders, Forensic Clients, Crisis Interventions and Life Transitions. Her modalities of therapy are: Trauma informed CBT, REBT and Motivational Interviewing.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynn Bowman

Lynn Bowman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Radford, VA


“I use EMDR, parts work, somatic-focused therapy, and creative expression techniques to support the whole person — mind, body, and spirit.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrick Bobst

Patrick Bobst

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Patrick believes that the key to a successful therapeutic relationship is the establishment of a genuine and trusting rapport with his clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Clark Hudak

Dr. Clark Hudak

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have sub-specialties in treating addictive behaviors (including substance use, gambling, and sex addiction), gender & sexuality, and LGBTQ issues.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rachael Voelker

Rachael Voelker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Virginia


“I excel in helping clients return to their pre-crisis state. So we will discuss how to do this for you!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rosa Avant

Rosa Avant

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia Beach, VA


“My approach is rooted in a warm, genuine connection with each client, ensuring they feel heard and supported throughout their healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 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
Brittany Ayers

Brittany Ayers

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm passionate about helping people reclaim their personal narratives and build the emotional resilience needed to move forward in life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tara Beach

Tara Beach

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I will always be me and believe that this helps people feel safe when building a connection with me, a human being rather than a blank slate expert.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
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 3 insurance carriers
Corinna Luddington

Corinna Luddington

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Corinna is passionate about aiding others in having positive mental health by focusing on self-reflection and the ability to create positivity around one's self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Thompson

Alicia Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I deeply believe in the power of therapy to support individuals through good times and the bad, and I'm passionate about helping my clients develop skills to address challenges such as trauma, depression, and anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Crouse

Elizabeth Crouse

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I'm a licensed clinical social worker who works with individuals navigating trauma, neurodivergence, substance use, relationship and marital challenges, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ+ populations. I use a variety of approaches including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based interventions, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Therapy is always tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shannon Talley

Shannon Talley

Therapist

Virtual • North Chesterfield, VA


Meet your therapist: I have 8+ years of experience in the field of counseling. It is truly my passion. My favorite thing is seeing a client overcome a challenge they once said would be "impossible." (Hint: Almost nothing is impossible with the right support!) I form a personal and intentional relationship with each client and I will walk with you through moments that are uncomfortable or difficult. Outside of work I can be found cooking and spending time on the farm with my three fantastic dogs.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Pickett

Melissa Pickett

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Along the way, I like to come up with goals and ideas together, using a creative and collaborative approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Caitlin O'Connell

Caitlin O'Connell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“You can expect a warm response, a bit of humor, and a supportive environment while we learn more about you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sha'nece Smith

Sha'nece Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, complete a biopsychosocial assessment, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Pangilinan

Ashley Pangilinan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe bringing our full humanity into the room matters, and that healing happens best when you feel genuinely seen and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Evans

Megan Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I offer an open heart, a caring ear, and training in a variety of therapeutic approaches to help you navigate anxiety, trauma, and life challenges in a supportive space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
John Rosas

John Rosas

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, direct, and solution focused. I combine CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and coaching to help you understand your patterns and take meaningful action.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Fredericksburg, VA

Number of therapists serving Fredericksburg, VA
There are over 916 therapists in Fredericksburg, VA accepting new patients.
916+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 84%Cigna
  • 46%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 40%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 40%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Psychologist
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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