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LGBT therapists in Winchester, VA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Winchester, VA

Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Winchester doesn't have to be complicated. Headway's network of 890 licensed providers includes specialists who create warm, nonjudgmental spaces for exploring identity and mental health. Sessions are flexible, affordable with insurance coverage, and available as soon as the next day.

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
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
Stephanie Moir

Stephanie Moir

Therapist

Virtual • 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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chuck Hinshaw

Chuck Hinshaw

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


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 5 insurance carriers
Milagros Garcia

Milagros Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore the challenges you're facing at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Joseph Alvarez

Joseph Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have over 16 years of experience as a Social Worker (LCSW), helping clients navigate a wide range of mental health challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Maryanne Garnsey

Maryanne Garnsey

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe when people are provided a supportive caring environment along with knowledge and resources; empowerment and authenticity can be revealed to you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tenishia Santiago

Tenishia Santiago

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“Tenishia is a retired Navy Veteran, Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, that specializes in attention difficulties, mood challenges, anxiety, psychosis, personality disorders, sleep, OCD, military issues, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Alicia Thompson

Alicia Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I deeply believe in the power of therapy to support individuals through good times and the bad, and I'm passionate about helping my clients develop skills to address challenges such as trauma, depression, and anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Courtney Subudhi

Dr. Courtney Subudhi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Manakin-Sabot, VA


As a triple board-certified nurse practitioner ( nurse midwife, family practitioner, and mental health), I believe that caring for your mind is just as important as caring for your body. I have many years of experience in the perinatal mental health field, but I enjoy caring for all walks of life. I currently care for clients aged 10-65 for many conditions, including depression, anxiety, mood/bipolar, PTSD, and perinatal disorders, among others.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 3 insurance carriers
Victor Rivera Sink

Victor Rivera Sink

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Everyone deserves a safe space free of judgement and my goal is to provide that for you first and foremost.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lauren Penley

Lauren Penley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I have over six years of experience treating clients across the life spectrum. I take a client-focused, relational, empathetic, and trauma-informed approach with each client. I believe that—through a positive and safe therapist-client relationship—client-directed change can not only occur but be maintained over time.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Tiffany James

Tiffany James

Therapist

Virtual • Chester, VA


“I show up as a real person in the room: warm, honest, and down-to-earth. I'll challenge you when needed, but always with compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jazmin Turk

Jazmin Turk

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach blends evidence‐based strategies with compassion and clarity, helping you build skills that make daily life feel more manageable.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cannie Graham

Dr. Cannie Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe lasting change happens through both insight and action—building healthier patterns, confidence, and emotional resilience in everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Grace Ann Furnari

Dr. Grace Ann Furnari

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am passionate about supporting teens and young adults seeking gender and sexuality affirming care and who are looking to create positive change in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shannon Paige

Shannon Paige

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I value direct communication and living an authentic life. Being or becoming comfortable to express one's truth is one of the main goals when working with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Theodore Hoch

Dr. Theodore Hoch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Reston, VA


“We all find ourselves stuck sometimes. Sometimes we forget that. When we forget, we focus on the "stuck," and miss a lot of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Logan Taylor

Logan Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lake Ridge, VA


“I believe that the most meaningful progress begins with a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracy Moore

Tracy Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • N CHESTERFLD, VA


“Integrating expressive arts techniques, including drawing, storytelling, and role-playing, to engage clients in therapy and facilitate emotional expression.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Hall

Elizabeth Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Hopewell, VA


“My goal is to empower clients find healing, meaning, and resilience through compassionate, collaborative and relational therapeutic process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Clode

Sarah Clode

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I focus on empowering my clients to destigmatize your shame, guilt, and fear in order to cultivate and create lasting growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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 6 insurance carriers
Kelsi Fontaine

Kelsi Fontaine

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I prioritize cultivating an environment of authenticity, warmth, and creativity in the counseling space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Traci Terry

Traci Terry

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in the inherent worth of every individual and that there is no "wrong" way to have a body.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Victoria Taylor

Victoria Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic approach is client-centered, focusing on creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Heather Rikli

Heather Rikli

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I utilize several treatment modalities to help achieve your goals. My primary approaches included Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, and Solution Focused therapies.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joseph Autry

Joseph Autry

Therapist

Virtual • Manassas, VA


“Through compassion, empathy, and evidence-based techniques, we will find solutions for your problems and worries.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Heather Hensley

Heather Hensley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My personal experience with trauma gives me deep respect for how challenging — and courageous — the healing process can be.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Christman

Tamara Christman

Therapist

Virtual • Vienna, VA


Hi! I'm Tammy Christman, LPC and I look forward to meeting with you while supporting your journey toward better mental health and healing.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Gonzalez-Hardy

Anna Gonzalez-Hardy

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is warm, validating, and judgment-free — because feeling truly heard is the foundation of meaningful healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Ivy Dzivenu

Dr. Ivy Dzivenu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a supportive, warm, judgment-free approach to mental health care, offering medication management and guidance for anxiety, depression, ADHD, and more.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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
Stephen Delo

Stephen Delo

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a supportive and collaborative environment where clients can safely explore their challenges, gain insight into their experiences, and develop practical strategies for meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Phyllis Burgin

Phyllis Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Stafford, VA


“She provides a non-judgmental and compassionate atmosphere in which clients can safely explore and work through feelings, thoughts, images and beliefs that may be keeping them stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Levina Kumar

Levina Kumar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I take the time to establish a trusting and supportive relationship with my clients, creating a safe space for open communication and collaboration in their treatment journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Kwiecinski

Mary Kwiecinski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fishersville, VA


“The 14 years I worked as a nurse midwife gives me a unique understanding of the time sensitive nature for care, as well as a gentle approach towards treatment plans.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Winchester, VA

Number of therapists serving Winchester, VA
There are over 897 therapists in Winchester, 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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