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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 895 licensed providers nationwide and virtual or in-person sessions available, finding culturally competent care is accessible and affordable.

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
Jose Diaz

Jose Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Clients over time have taught me that they want to understand themselves better, they want to understand how their challenges came to be...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jose Diaz

Jose Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“For over 16 years I have been privileged to be a part of many individuals mental health journey ranging from crisis inpatient settings, to partial hospitalization programs...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
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
Brandie Chaney

Brandie Chaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Alexandria, VA


“Brandie utilizes a relational approach which focuses on the role relationships play in shaping our daily experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alison Silver

Alison Silver

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


**Only taking individual clients now. No couples till the fall.

Hi, I am a Licensed, Board-Certified Therapist providing psychotherapy services to clients in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Virginia. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing anxiety, addiction, anger, relationship challenges, and a wide range of other mental health concerns.

As a member of and advocate for the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, I strive to provide affirming, culturally responsive, and inclusive care. I am also a certified Gottman Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work (7P's) Couples Workshop Leader, helping couples strengthen communication, deepen connection, and build healthier relationships.

In addition to providing therapy, I offer professional clinical supervision for Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor Limited Permit (LMHC-LP) professionals, supporting their growth and development in clinical practice.

Believing you are the expert in your life my hope is to act as a beacon of light on a path that sometimes goes dark.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Faith Lahmon-Martin

Faith Lahmon-Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am the therapist who will be invested in your change: I will not always agree with you, I will challenge you, I will always be honest with you, and I will always have your best interest at heart.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristina Mills-Gregory

Kristina Mills-Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Goals are specific to the individual, and we will set goals together. Each goal will be to work towards the overall goal of feeling better.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Deneice Wickens

Dr. Deneice Wickens

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


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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
Renee Bobbie Agee

Renee Bobbie Agee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Arlington, VA


“My approach to therapy includes utilizing CBT, person centered, short-term problem-resolution and mindfulness practices.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Whelan

Lauren Whelan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • 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
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lauren Whelan

Lauren Whelan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • 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
Nicole Barnwell

Nicole Barnwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Virginia Beach, VA


“I bring a warm, approachable, and genuine presence to my work, making it easy for clients to open up about anything on their minds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sheri Truax

Sheri Truax

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Chesapeake, VA


I believe that we are all a work in progress, including myself. I want therapy to feel safe, productive and supportive.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shantel Cooper

Shantel Cooper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Petersburg, VA


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who creates safe, affirming spaces where clients can breathe, unpack, and begin again—without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sean Gray

Sean Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that clients are the expert in their lives and often time what is needed is to know that they have the space to talk about what they are experiencing without feeling judged.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maryam Azari Imhoff

Maryam Azari Imhoff

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I blend warmth, authenticity, and evidence-based care to create a space where clients feel truly seen and empowered to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nikis Ellis

Nikis Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My job is to listen, be empathetic, non-judgmental, and provide clients with the best care possible.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kali Quigley

Kali Quigley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy is not about "fixing" you, but about creating space to understand your experiences, reconnect with your strengths, and move toward healing in a way that feels authentic to you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Byron Porcher

Byron Porcher

Therapist

Virtual • N Chesterfld, VA


“I use evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and strengths-based therapy...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 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 4 insurance carriers
Mihoko Taniguchi-Brown

Mihoko Taniguchi-Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Seeking help takes courage and I am here to provide a safe, welcoming space that encourages healing and positive change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 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 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Kathleen Walsh

Dr. Kathleen Walsh

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“When clients come to me, I first work on developing the therapeutic relationship... When mutual trust and respect is established, we get to work!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Imani Hagans

Imani Hagans

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that by gaining insight into your human experience and increasing awareness of how you respond to life's challenges you can become more empowered to take control of how you respond to life's adversities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jessica Mann

Jessica Mann

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I work best with adults of all ages looking to address trauma/PTSD, history of substance use issues, family dynamic issues, co-dependency, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Pfeffer

David Pfeffer

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in a proactive, collaborative approach to counseling, where you are actively engaged in making real changes in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Hannah Trible

Hannah Trible

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that all people are inherently whole and possessing of tremendous power, love, and creativity.”
LGBTQIA+, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Bowen

Elizabeth Bowen

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapy interventions are tailored to each client and will be honest with what I think is best for you, even if it is not me!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chelsea Spade

Chelsea Spade

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonburg, VA


“I'm supportive in my therapy approach, but am not afraid to be more direct in order to challenge clients, explore solutions and promote growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Farnaz Teimouri

Farnaz Teimouri

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am passionate about helping my patients achieve their goals and provide a safe and non-judgmental space for them to explore their thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Hadeed

Catherine Hadeed

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm a queer therapist who shows up with warmth, authenticity, and deep respect for your lived experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandon Williams

Brandon Williams

Psychologist

Virtual • N Chesterfld, VA


“I am a BIPOC clinician dedicated to helping people become better versions of themselves, whatever that means to them!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jean Todd

Jean Todd

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic style is to make you feel supportive and heard and to gently push you to see new possibilities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Gina Sissoko

Dr. Gina Sissoko

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


I’m Dr. Gina Sissoko, a licensed clinical psychologist passionate about helping women—especially Black women, immigrant women, and high-achieving professionals—heal from trauma, manage stress, and create lives that feel balanced and authentic.

My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in both science and cultural awareness. I specialize in supporting women navigating burnout, relationship challenges, and the effects of racism or gender bias at work. In our sessions, I create a space where you can slow down, feel seen, and rebuild confidence from the inside out.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Kenoff

Andrea Kenoff

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in a holistic approach with an appreciation that the mind, body, brain and spirit are intimately intertwined and impacted by one another.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Direct, Energetic, Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Rachel Francis

Rachel Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I prioritize person centered therapy and specialize in CBT treatment. My expertise includes depression, anxiety, low self esteem, self harm, adjustment disorders, bipolar, and serving the LGBTQ+ community.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kenya Moody

Kenya Moody

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I naturally transitioned into mental health care, as I have consistently supported patients with mental health needs throughout my clinical career.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Newport News, VA

Number of therapists serving Newport News, VA
There are over 897 therapists in Newport News, VA accepting new patients.
897+
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
  • 85%Cigna
  • 46%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%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
  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Psychologist
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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