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LGBT therapists in McLean, VA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in McLean, VA

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in McLean with affirming providers who offer culturally competent mental health support. Access talk therapy and medication management through a network of 60K+ licensed providers nationally, with sessions available virtually or in-person. Many clients save up to 75% on sessions through insurance coverage, with some paying as low as $0 per visit.

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
Katie Rudzki

Katie Rudzki

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi there, welcome! I strive to offer a safe space where you can begin or continue your therapeutic journey. A nonjudgmental space where you can freely process, express, vent, and just be. Taking an individualized approach to include exploring thoughts/feelings/behaviors, challenging negative core beliefs, and developing more adaptive coping skills.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Phyllis Burgin

Phyllis Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Stafford, VA


“She provides a non-judgmental and compassionate atmosphere in which clients can safely explore and work through feelings, thoughts, images and beliefs that may be keeping them stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jonathan Porter

Jonathan Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring over 10 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, feelings of depression, relationship challenges, and struggles with self-esteem through insight-driven therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Goodenberger

Susan Goodenberger

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“For more than 25 years I have been providing therapy services helping kids, adults, and families through tough issues and life adjustments.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Meghan Helbert

Dr. Meghan Helbert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonburg, VA


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 17 years of experience in counseling. I have worked with people struggling with diverse challenges including anxiety, depression, substance use, and life transitions.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 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
Dr. Solange Missibi

Dr. Solange Missibi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“Dr. Solange Missibi is a dedicated and compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner committed to providing exceptional care to individuals with varied mental health conditions and all ages.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sonia Castro-Castillo

Sonia Castro-Castillo

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a Latina therapist, I am dedicated to supporting Latino, BIPOC, and first-generation individuals as they navigate issues related to cultural identity, belonging, intergenerational stress and trauma...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Bauman

Sarah Bauman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring warmth and empathy, creating a safe space where your experiences are not just heard but truly understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Walls

Andrew Walls

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Andrew is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) dedicated to helping individuals heal from trauma, overcome addiction, and build meaningful, lasting change. He earned his master's degree from Troy University in Tampa, Florida, and is currently completing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision.

Prior to entering the counseling profession, Andrew served in the United States Army in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. His military background, along with specialized training in trauma and addiction therapies, allows him to connect with clients through a practical, compassionate, and evidence-based approach that honors each person's unique experiences and goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julia Sanders

Julia Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Julia strongly believes that every person has a unique set of strengths and circumstances that have made them who they are today and that will help them become the person they would like to be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Energetic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jill Cartwright

Jill Cartwright

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am deeply committed to fostering healing, growth, and empowerment in individuals navigating life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sherri Brothers

Sherri Brothers

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that meaningful change happens when you're supported in your own unique journey—and I'm honored to be a guide along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Saara Amri

Saara Amri

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have a particular commitment to supporting individuals from queer, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, and I approach therapy with an understanding of how cultural identity, systemic factors, and lived experience can shape mental health and...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie Black

Melanie Black

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is collaborative. While I may suggest strategies and help you navigate your feelings and thoughts, you will always be the expert on yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Beatriz Morales

Beatriz Morales

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I am an LPC in Virginia and LMHC-S in Florida my background in practice consists of treating adolescents, families, children in at risk populations and treating adults with depression and anxiety. I take a holistic approach to counseling and meet the client where they are at. I include CBT and solution-focused techniques in order to assist clients dealing with a variety of issues. I also have a background in TF-CBT informed therapy and utilize this as needed.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Keri Morrow

Keri Morrow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Midlothian, VA


“My therapeutic approach balances helping you to feel validated, learn new skills, and better understand the underlying causes of your feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jim Meador

Jim Meador

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lynchburg, VA


“One of the main goals I have for my clients is to develop/sustain hope. Sometimes I have to carry that for them until they can carry it for themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 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
Christopher Russell

Christopher Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Vienna, VA


“I want to assist you in becoming the best version of yourself. It is time to challenge who you are by being who you always wanted to be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
James Burrwell

James Burrwell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 18 years of experience providing mental health services.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kate Meade

Dr. Kate Meade

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I work collaboratively with my clients to create this space and foster growth through warmth, humor, vulnerability, authenticity, and the relationship we build together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esther Aruna

Esther Aruna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newport News, VA


“I value providing empathetic, kind, and culturally sensitive care, and medication management if indicated.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Delinda Swanston

Delinda Swanston

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Delinda has a strong inclination toward Resiliency Psychology & resiliency skills development when addressing adversity, trauma, and the effects of tragedy in one's life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 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
Winfred Alarcon

Winfred Alarcon

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I work to nurture my clients' sensitivities, strengths, hopes, and desires for a meaningful and fulfilling existence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jasmine Griffin

Jasmine Griffin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I help clients move past barriers that keep them from being the best they can be, by helping them better understand themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Natalie McCorey

Natalie McCorey

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“In our sessions, I will assist you on identifying patterns and learning more about how they might negatively affect you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Deniece Russell-McAdory

Deniece Russell-McAdory

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“Her approach to care is warm, collaborative, and deeply person-centered. Deniece is committed to creating a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where individuals feel safe, heard, and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Ivy Dzivenu

Dr. Ivy Dzivenu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a supportive, warm, judgment-free approach to mental health care, offering medication management and guidance for anxiety, depression, ADHD, and more.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Eva Chocron

Eva Chocron

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, compassionate, practical, and experiential, integrating attachment-based therapy, DBT skills, mindfulness, and relationship-focused work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Scott Cone

Dr. Scott Cone

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“Clients should expect to practice mindfulness skills learned in session and set specific, yet achievable, behavioral goals prior to their next appointment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sam Swartzendruber

Sam Swartzendruber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonburg, VA


“I provide a confidential space in which you'll receive unconditional support and validation - things we all need, but don't always get.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kaiwen Liu

Dr. Kaiwen Liu

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonburg, VA


“I strive to create a safe space where clients can cultivate curiosity about their internal experiences...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosa Avant

Rosa Avant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 9 insurance carriers
Emma Reilly

Emma Reilly

Therapist

Virtual • Charlottesville, VA


I graduated from EVMS with my degree in Art Therapy and Counseling in 2016, and since then have worked with a variety of different people in many different settings. My approach is collaborative and eclectic - I feel we are all on a path of growth, healing, and self discovery and that therapy can truly help this process along.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cherie Taylor

Cherie Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Roanoke, VA


“I provide a supportive and inclusive environment where healing, growth, and transformation are possible.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Damon Murphy

Dr. Damon Murphy

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I practice individual and group therapy from both insight-oriented psychodynamic work and action-oriented Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aminata Conteh

Aminata Conteh

Therapist

Virtual • Stafford, VA


“I listen without judgement and provide the tools that you may need to instill hope that change is possible.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

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