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LGBT therapists in Sterling, VA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Sterling, VA

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Sterling, Virginia with affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences and identity. Our network of 945 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, often available within days. Most clients save 75% on sessions through insurance, with some paying as little as $0 per visit.

Stephanie Smith

Stephanie Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I enjoy helping people gain skills that restore their sense of self, confidence, and willingness to actively navigate the dynamics of their life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carrie Cook

Carrie Cook

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in supporting individuals with bipolar disorder, offering tailored approaches to help manage mood swings, enhance emotional regulation, and create lasting stability.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gregory George

Gregory George

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that each person is the expert of their own life, and my role is to create a supportive and nurturing environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Lissa Ramsepaul

Dr. Lissa Ramsepaul

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Whether you are struggling with the far-reaching impact of past trauma, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other ongoing health issue or simply wanting to invest in a bit of self-exploration and growth, I am so glad that you have begun your search for the best facilitator in that journey. I believe in meeting people where they are and allowing you to set your own pace for healing. I look forward to assisting on your healing journey in any way that I can.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olesya Van Dijck

Olesya Van Dijck

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in the transformational power of connection to self, community, and the planet, including a meaningful relationship between the client and the therapist, which is essential to create space for healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tennille Woodard Mitchell

Tennille Woodard Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My clinical approach is to walk alongside clients through the "shenanigans" of life with a relaxed, genuine and straight-forward approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Edna Daniel

Edna Daniel

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I offer a cognitive behavioral modality of therapy that is enriched with a person-centered approach, ensuring that each session is tailored to your unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Saer Smith

Saer Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I particularly love working with clients exploring gender identity and sexuality, and how that intersects with their relationship with their bodies.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Roberto Martinez

Roberto Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am a firm believer that all of us go through tough times in our lives, but also that given the proper therapeutic tools you will meet your mental health goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Charmaine Conner

Dr. Charmaine Conner

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I draw from trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices, which means I meet you exactly where you are — honoring your background, identity, and lived experience as central to your healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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 12 insurance carriers
Eboni Vinson

Eboni Vinson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“It's a privilege to be able to bear witness to someone's story when they may not have had the chance to tell it before.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
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
Dr. Ryan Warner

Dr. Ryan Warner

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in working with diverse clients who struggle with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship, work, and/or stress-related issues.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sophia Tailor

Sophia Tailor

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to counseling is client centered and client directed. I believe that client's are capable of finding solutions to problems with the assistance of a counselor.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadine Leonard

Nadine Leonard

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I approach therapy from a trauma informed lens and collaborate with clients to ensure their needs are being met.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chelsea Saks

Chelsea Saks

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy should be collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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
Sierra Johnson

Sierra Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is person-centered and collaborative, designed to encourage and facilitate positive growth based on individual needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Megan Whitehurst

Megan Whitehurst

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring clinical knowledge and experience to our work while prioritizing focus on your values, identities, strengths, and lived experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Waters

Ashley Waters

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, collaborative and grounded in evidenced based practices like CBT, while also being deeply person centered, and trauma focused.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lynn Lynes

Lynn Lynes

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapy style is warm and interactive, enthusiastic, fun and humorous when appropriate. I am honest and straightforward, respectful, sensitive, and compassionate.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Joseph Atanacio

Joseph Atanacio

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Clients report feeling comfortable talking to me and they appreciate the practical advice I provide as well as the gentle guidance in self discovery and improving their relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jason Deramo

Jason Deramo

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I believe in the inherent wisdom and strength within all human beings and I utilize a number of approaches to reveal that wisdom and strength within my clients.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
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
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
Reylius Thompson

Reylius Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I utilize open discussion, screenings and assessments in my session then goal setting and treatment planning.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Aynalem Valdes Gonzalez

Aynalem Valdes Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that a big part of the success in therapy has to do with the quality of the relationship between the client and the therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maxine Cher

Maxine Cher

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a gentle, person-centered approach, drawing from CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed care to support your growth and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Pamela Woehr

Pamela Woehr

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi there! I'm licensed professional counselor, licensed in Virginia and DC. I work with adolescents and adults who are going through life transitions, navigating relationships, exploring their identity, and more. I specialize in OCD and ADHD. And I help individuals build self-esteem and find and accept their authentic selves.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Umu Coomber

Umu Coomber

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS ONLY-www.axxiums.com

Great to meet you! My name is Umu (She/Her), and I’m a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in integrative, functional, metabolic, and nutritional psychiatry, as well as comprehensive psychological evaluations for adolescents and adults. I support individuals experiencing cognitive and executive functioning challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, sexual health concerns—including premature ejaculation, delayed ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, painful sex, dyspareunia, and vaginismus—and hormonal changes that may impact mental health, including testosterone support and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) when clinically appropriate.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Zarina Burdge

Zarina Burdge

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a deep respect for each person's lived experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mary Davis

Mary Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I know that reaching out can be hard. It can be scary and intimidating taking those first steps. I can't say that therapy is easy, but it can absolutely be worth it.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Carrie Jaffe

Dr. Carrie Jaffe

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I enjoy helping people make deep, lasting changes that lead to feeling more resilient, happier, and better about themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sumaiya Ahmed

Sumaiya Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe my purpose is to teach you the tools needed that will empower you to move forward and live your life to the fullest.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Ortez Aparicio

Patricia Ortez Aparicio

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a collaborative, non-judgmental approach to counseling that focuses on identifying each family's unique strengths and challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Sterling, VA

Number of therapists serving Sterling, VA
There are over 928 therapists in Sterling, VA accepting new patients.
928+
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
  • 45%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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