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LGBT therapists in Suffolk, VA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Suffolk, VA

Headway connects LGBTQIA individuals in Suffolk, Virginia with affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences and identities. Our network of 912 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions, with many available within days. Through insurance, most clients save 75% on sessions.

Dr. Corrie Minges

Dr. Corrie Minges

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My humanistic, collaborative style helps you uncover strengths, build resilience, and develop practical tools.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Farooq Alihassan

Farooq Alihassan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that personal and relational problems are often linked to broader social issues, systemic oppression and family of origin.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 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
Tricia Mazza

Tricia Mazza

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“The relationship is everything, so it's important for you to decide that the therapist in front of you hears you, sees you, and that you feel that they genuinely care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. A.C. Fowlkes

Dr. A.C. Fowlkes

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


I am Dr. A.C. Fowlkes, a Virginia-licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience working in complex behavioral health settings. I provide affirming therapy to LGBTQ+ clients, including transgender and gender-diverse individuals, as well as people navigating cancer and other major life transitions. In separate areas of my practice, I also work with individuals living with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders and those with histories of sexual offending. My approach is compassionate, direct, and collaborative; I create space for you to feel heard while also offering honest feedback and respectfully challenging patterns that may be getting in your way.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tess Zhao

Tess Zhao

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As an immigrant and as a human being, I understand that adapting to a new environment can bring both emotional and practical challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Xiao Fu

Xiao Fu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


My path into psychiatry is both professional and personal. I moved to the U.S. alone at 17 while navigating complex PTSD and periods of misdiagnosis, which shaped how I understand mental health today. I began with a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Nankai University, then trained as a nurse and nurse practitioner at Charles R. Drew University and Purdue University.

Over the past 7 years, I’ve worked across medical and mental health settings, developing an approach that balances clinical precision with individualized care. I specialize in anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and complex PTSD, particularly for individuals who feel stuck or haven’t found relief in traditional treatment.

I’m licensed in California, Virginia, New York, Washington, and Oregon, and provide care via telehealth.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mary Hodges

Mary Hodges

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I also bring personal insight into this work, which allows me to approach care with a deeper level of understanding and compassion while maintaining a thoughtful, clinical approach to treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Savannah Harness

Savannah Harness

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I aim to create a relaxed, welcoming space where clients feel safe to explore what's going on in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Claire Courtney

Claire Courtney

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“If you're looking for someone who will help you go beyond the surface at a pace that feels right for you, we could be a great match.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lia Grover

Lia Grover

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in trauma and individuals struggling with anxiety and depression. I have a lot of experience working with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community and individuals going through the immigration process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
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 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Laich

Lauren Laich

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen & accept us as we are, without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Joseph Melendez

Joseph Melendez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Deena Robertson

Deena Robertson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that even in painful moments, we each carry within us the capacity for resilience and renewal.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Melissa Rolfes

Melissa Rolfes

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy works best as a collaborative process where you feel heard, valued, and supported, not judged or treated like a set of symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chuck Hinshaw

Chuck Hinshaw

Therapist

Virtual • Winchester, VA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my Master's in Clinical Social Work from the University of Southern California and a Master's in Psychology/Educational Psychology from Capella University. I am clinically trained in multiple modalities to include EMDR, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, and Trauma Psychotherapy.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Esmie Branner

Dr. Esmie Branner

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe meaningful change occurs when people feel genuinely seen, heard, and respected for who they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Rodrigo Munoz

Dr. Rodrigo Munoz

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“This is a space where you will feel seen, heard, and genuinely supported — not judged, not rushed, and never lectured.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alicia Cohen

Alicia Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My focus isn't on pathologizing you, it's on discovering and embracing the way you actually live your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Rawls-Dolin

Christina Rawls-Dolin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is direct, compassionate, and collaborative. Clients often tell me they feel deeply understood while also being challenged to think differently, gain new perspectives, and make lasting changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Kaitlyn Harlow-Burner

Kaitlyn Harlow-Burner

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi hi! I’m Kaitlyn, an LCSW in Virginia specializing in grief therapy and anxiety management. I spend my days in a school division providing mental health services to rural kiddos, and then I come home to chase my own kiddos. Providing therapy brings me back to myself, as strange as that sounds. I am fueled by helping others!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chidinma Eze

Dr. Chidinma Eze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Alexandria, VA


“I am a dual-board certified family and Mental health nurse practitioner. I believe in holistic care when providing care to my patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
RoShawn Hicklin-Frankie

RoShawn Hicklin-Frankie

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Working with me feels like sitting with a trusted friend who sees you, listens without judgment, and creates ease and understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michael Chalfan

Michael Chalfan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every client feels seen and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 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
Patricia Cisnero

Patricia Cisnero

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in meeting clients where they are and in creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Eva Pastalkova

Dr. Eva Pastalkova

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“Working with me will allow you to make significant and lasting changes in your life and increase your insight, self-knowledge, and self-reflection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Paula Hill

Paula Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I help to create a safe, collaborative space where you will feel seen, not judged. Our relationship is one where you can let your guard down and show up as your full self. It is my goal to use a warm and compassionate relationship to walk alongside you, offering reflection, compassion, and challenge when needed to help you reach your goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Moir

Stephanie Moir

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Virginia


“Our therapy approach involves feeling safe and connected. We believe in the workings of the nervous system...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rodrigo Munoz

Dr. Rodrigo Munoz

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy, drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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
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
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
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
Stefan Stanjevic

Stefan Stanjevic

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in helping clients navigate challenges such as low self-esteem, anxiety, difficulty regulating emotions, depression, relationship conflicts, trauma, and more.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristine Savoury

Kristine Savoury

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a welcoming, non-judgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Suffolk, VA

Number of therapists serving Suffolk, VA
There are over 898 therapists in Suffolk, VA accepting new patients.
898+
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
  • 84%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 46%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%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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