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LGBT therapists in Newport News, VA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Newport News, VA

Headway connects LGBTQIA individuals in Newport News with affirming mental health providers who understand gender and sexual identity experiences. With 840 licensed providers nationwide and virtual or in-person sessions available, finding culturally competent care is accessible and affordable.

Terea Adams

Terea Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm passionate about creating a supportive, collaborative space where clients feel empowered to heal and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Siena Lee

Siena Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Having worked across public schools and community settings, I deeply understand the intense academic and cultural pressures that can lead to burnout, anxiety, and a fractured sense of self during these pivotal years.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ruth Mena Akyatan

Ruth Mena Akyatan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fairfax, VA


“Each individual has a unique past, present, and future that will and have shaped them into who they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tessa Fletcher

Tessa Fletcher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and mood disorders with a compassionate, client-centered approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tiffany Tait

Tiffany Tait

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Using a trauma-informed, multicultural approach, I meet clients where they are to help identify goals and make progress using evidence-based practices.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Katherine Millichamp

Katherine Millichamp

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm a compassionate, skilled, and open-minded therapist dedicated to empowering my clients to identify their goals...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alyssa Shank

Alyssa Shank

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe with every fiber of my being we all have the answers we need... You are the expert on you, you alone hold your truth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Martha "LaFaye" Redd

Martha "LaFaye" Redd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach where clients are active partners in their care and treatment decisions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ranayda Drayton

Ranayda Drayton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe in meeting individuals where they are, honoring their lived experiences, and empowering them to identify and build on their own strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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

• Self-Pay clients: may request longer appointments


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
Renae Mittelmeier

Renae Mittelmeier

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I genuinely care about meeting each person where they are, and I take pride in tailoring my support to fit a client's unique needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Marisa Grillo Allnut

Marisa Grillo Allnut

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that healing is not just possible—it's transformative. And when we tend to unresolved trauma, it has a ripple effect...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelli Palmer

Kelli Palmer

Therapist

Virtual • Martinsville, VA


Hello, I am Kelli S. Palmer, LCSW, CCTP (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional) and I have specialized in trauma treatment, particularly in the military population, for the better part of a decade. I have a passion for multifaceted creative interventions and have a background in cognitive processing therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and somatic-based interventions.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benedicte Libibe

Benedicte Libibe

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am a trauma-informed, culturally competent, and compassionate multilingual practitioner with experience working with Children, adults, couples and families from diverse and multi-cultural backgrounds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Stefanie Rider

Stefanie Rider

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to empower individuals in achieving our fullest potential by providing an environment where they can feel heard and understood...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Troy Johnson

Troy Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I don't offer vague reassurance or passive listening. I offer perspective, language, and strategies that help you understand what is actually happening and how to respond differently.”
LGBTQIA+, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie

Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and direct. I believe in helping clients make meaningful progress, not just insight.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadia Lassic

Nadia Lassic

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a compassionate and collaborative approach to support my clients in their journey toward improved well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Chante Cross

Chante Cross

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I practice utilizing a holistic approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monique Grelot

Monique Grelot

Therapist

Virtual • Leesburg, VA


“A warm, welcoming and non-judgmental approach to therapy is a must with individuals suffering from the agony of depression, anxiety and fear.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brittney Coleman

Brittney Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental, and flexible environment in order to help you make your goals reality!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Gretchen Sherrill

Gretchen Sherrill

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My communication style is warm, steady, and honest. I listen deeply and reflect your emotions and patterns with care...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shehnaz Kamal

Shehnaz Kamal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I expect my clients after each therapy sessions, to gain insight into their thoughts, feelings and behaviors which can help them focus, move on and make positive changes in their life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Kathleen Walsh

Dr. Kathleen Walsh

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of meaningful and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Petra Gross

Petra Gross

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and family of origin issues. My particular passion lies in supporting minorities and mothers through all stages of motherhood...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hayley Proffitt

Hayley Proffitt

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in meeting clients where they are and walking alongside them throughout their counseling journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Catherine Ben-Agu

Dr. Catherine Ben-Agu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Woodbridge, VA


“Dr. Catherine desires to collaborate with you in a caring/therapeutic relationship aimed to provide support, assist you in building your strengths as well as meet your healthcare goals of living a healthier and more fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Matthew Gonzalez

Dr. Matthew Gonzalez

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“Above all, I provide a compassionate, understanding, and supportive environment in which to work together to navigate life's challenges and to live your best life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 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
Matthew Fuller

Matthew Fuller

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I empower patients by leaning on nonjudgmental, positive regard, building strong rapport and trust with patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kristen Smiddy

Kristen Smiddy

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to help others achieve their goals and hopefully see themselves in a better light than ever before.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kate O'Connell

Kate O'Connell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlottesville, VA


“My style of therapy is a synthesis of all of my training which includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Substance Abuse Recovery, Beyond the Imprint Therapy, Mindfulness Practice and Energy Medicine.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Rebecca Scandell

Rebecca Scandell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I have 26 years of experience dealing with individuals, couples, families in therapy. We will work together to develop plans that are unique and right for you.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Caroline Edgeton-Martin

Caroline Edgeton-Martin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Alexandria, VA


“As a Person-Centered therapist, I believe people are the experts on themselves -- nobody knows you better than you!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. RD Boardman

Dr. RD Boardman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Fredericksburg, VA


“Life is full of challenges and opportunities! I believe each experience is an opportunity to learn and grow towards health, well-being, and life balance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ryan Sheehan

Ryan Sheehan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with clinical experience since 2019 across private practice, healthcare, and specialized care for older adults, couples, and families. I specialize in working with neurodivergent clients, LGBTQIA+ individuals, , and older adults.

Every session I conduct is rooted in trauma-informed care and a commitment to meeting you where you are. Incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI),Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I offer a holistic and flexible approach to help you develop effective coping mechanisms, strengthen relationships, and achieve your personal goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lindsey Weller

Lindsey Weller

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am a gender affirming therapist who specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Matthew Mullenix

Matthew Mullenix

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Allow my warm, relaxed and non-judgmental style provide you with a safe and welcoming space to share.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Tanya Baca

Dr. Tanya Baca

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to partner with you, not simply tell you what to do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Newport News, VA

Number of therapists serving Newport News, VA
There are over 868 therapists in Newport News, VA accepting new patients.
868+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 85%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 86%Cigna
  • 47%Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%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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  • 80%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 40%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 40%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 10%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Psychologist
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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