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LGBT therapists in Roanoke, VA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Roanoke, VA

Navigating gender identity and sexual orientation concerns is easier with Headway's compassionate providers in Roanoke. Our 940 licensed professionals deliver evidence-based support through flexible sessions, accepted by major insurance plans. Many LGBTQIA+ clients receive free consultations and pay as low as $0 per session with coverage.

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
Kevin Ichaso

Kevin Ichaso

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“The goal isn't just symptom relief, but renewed confidence, emotional security, and the ability to move forward with clarity, intention, and a deeper connection to who you are.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ivana Spencer

Ivana Spencer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide care through a holistic lens, supporting the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—in every treatment plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Le Corre

Shannon Le Corre

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am a highly trained trauma-informed therapist that is certified in EMDR and other various trauma-focused modalities, with a specific focus on children, adolescents, and young adults.”
LGBTQIA+, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gabby Oblena

Gabby Oblena

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My primary therapeutic approach is to create a space where clients can fully embrace their humanity, even in a world that often doesn't make room for it.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Renae Willis

Renae Willis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal for every client is for them to come away from our sessions feeling understood and cared for, as well as a renewed sense of hope for their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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 9 insurance carriers
Jamie Murray

Jamie Murray

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Healing happens in the therapeutic relationship, building skills and processing wounds that allow you to feel your best.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Andrea Clarke Uter

Andrea Clarke Uter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) from Walden University, I am deeply passionate about delivering patient-centered care and committed to advocating for individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. With over eight years of experience working with patients, families, and communities affected by mental illness, I have developed a profound understanding of the importance of compassionate and individualized care.

My professional journey began as a registered nurse, where I came to realize that mental illness is no respecter of person, age, color, or social status. This experience reinforced my belief that every individual facing mental health challenges deserves a patient-centered, personalized, and holistic approach to their care.

As a PMHNP, my goal is to serve as a source of strength and support through active listening, empathy, and compassion. I strive to provide an evidence-based approach tailored to each patient’s specific needs, ensuring that every individual feels heard, valued, and empowered on their path to wellness.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Oszman

Jessica Oszman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring authenticity to our sessions, as I like to emphasize our humanness and personalities to help you grow interpersonally.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tierra Collins

Tierra Collins

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“She has a special interest in working with young adults facing life transitions while managing mental health symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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 12 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 9 insurance carriers
Michael Gifford

Michael Gifford

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have had the privilege of supporting people through some of life's most difficult and meaningful moments.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Crespo

Melissa Crespo

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to create a safe, welcoming and affirming space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Willard

Rachel Willard

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Janita Daggy

Dr. Janita Daggy

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As an individual with a complicated history, I understand the importance of healing the person as a whole spirit, soul, and body at one's own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 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 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Whelan

Lauren Whelan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • 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 11 insurance carriers
Kimberly Gililland

Kimberly Gililland

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“I strive to help individuals build confidence, eliminate self doubt, and navigate successfully through this hectic and beautiful thing we call life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
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
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 6 insurance carriers
Cynthia Crew

Cynthia Crew

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, the work isn't just about diagnosing and prescribing, it's about helping people regain a sense of control over their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Evans

Megan Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Chantilly, VA


“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 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Robin Usher

Dr. Robin Usher

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Richmond, VA


“My therapeutic style is open, integrative, and supportive, rooted in the belief that an authentic relationship is the driver of change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Caroline Motley

Caroline Motley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is nurturing, non-judgmental, and attuned to nuance. I work from a non-pathological, trauma-informed framework.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yesenia Gutierrez

Yesenia Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am an empathic and client-centered therapist who has experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and difficulties with adjusting to different life phases.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Justina McAllister-Jackson

Dr. Justina McAllister-Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“As a Black, Queer Therapist, Justina is committed to creating a safe, affirming space where LGBTQ+ clients—and all individuals—can explore, grow, and thrive.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angela Tallman

Angela Tallman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I care deeply about finding and building on your strengths so you can reconnect with your reasons for living, your values, and your sense of possibility.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amy Bruce

Amy Bruce

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I see relationships as central to the process of change, and believe that learning to love and accept yourself completely is the key to creating the life you desire and deserve.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle McDowell

Danielle McDowell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm a Licensed Therapist who is passionate about providing a safe space for clients to work through the difficult challenges in life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
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
Francine Schwartz

Francine Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My work is grounded in helping you reconnect with your strengths and develop practical skills to feel more capable and in control.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Energetic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. James Murphy

Dr. James Murphy

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Virginia


“I value getting to know the person behind the symptoms and understanding how their experiences, relationships, and environment shape their mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mae Winters

Mae Winters

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, practical, and personalized, combining evidence-based techniques with genuine support to help you create meaningful and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nashae Handy

Nashae Handy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My treatment approach is rooted in gold standard, evidence-based practices that focus on patient centered care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Tonya Sims

Dr. Tonya Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“With over twenty years of experience in mental health, I have learned that true healing begins with connection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Fidela Hinojosa

Fidela Hinojosa

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Ms. Fidela provides the encouragement, support, and guidance needed to help clients learn to embrace their uniqueness, overcome social/emotional engagement barriers...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chiara Shelton

Chiara Shelton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over six years of experience in behavioral health and more than three years in clinical practice. I specialize in treating trauma, eating disorders, and identity-related stress through a culturally responsive and trauma-informed lens. As a Black woman therapist, I value holding space that honors the fullness of who you are—including your cultural identity, generational experiences, and lived realities. I bring a steady, compassionate presence and a deep respect for your autonomy and truth.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eleanor Downey

Eleanor Downey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlottesville, VA


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on treating acute and relational trauma with teens, individuals, and couples. I have been working as a psychotherapist for over 15 years. I believe that we heal in relationship to another, rather than trying to do it all alone. My style is warm, attentive and an active participant in your healing journey.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Roanoke, VA

Number of therapists serving Roanoke, VA
There are over 927 therapists in Roanoke, VA accepting new patients.
927+
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
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 84%Cigna
  • 46%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Japanese
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
  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Psychologist
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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