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LGBT therapists in Bellevue, WA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Bellevue, WA

Finding an open-minded therapist in Bellevue who celebrates your authentic self is easier with Headway. Our network of 675 providers offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions for LGBTQIA individuals, with sessions often starting as soon as the next day and average savings of 75% through insurance.

Steven Shampain

Steven Shampain

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My approach to therapy is insight-driven, emphasizing the importance of understanding the "why" behind thoughts and behaviors to facilitate meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Paul Weaver

Paul Weaver

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I am a listener and an empath while being and existential realist. There are ways forward and I love assisting people in discovery and mediating wellness to the best of my abilities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Keife Earley

Keife Earley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I combine medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and functional medicine principles to address mental health comprehensively.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alejandro Cortez

Alejandro Cortez

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative, practical, and focused on building long-term emotional resilience and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nathan Goins

Dr. Nathan Goins

Psychologist

Virtual • Washington


“Ultimately, I want my clients to see themselves as strong, capable people who can maintain their well-being and continue to grow both in and out of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Celeste Lopez

Celeste Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“Celeste has a passion for working with individuals who have survived sexual trauma and she has unique training in working with those with sexual issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Theresa McDowell

Theresa McDowell

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“Clients can expect to leave our sessions feeling supported, empowered, and equipped with practical tools...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eucheria Mbata

Eucheria Mbata

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I use a holistic approach to complete a comprehensive assessment by diving into your history and health, from childhood illness to current stressors, and using a collaborative approach to achieve your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Pequet

Elizabeth Pequet

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I see myself as a vessel to assist clients to grow and heal. I am here to listen, help process and find the right approach for the client.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Mercy Ngeusang

Dr. Mercy Ngeusang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“She believes that involving you in your treatment plan is the first step to providing informed consent in all she does, for the best outcomes to be attained.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Miller

Mary Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Oak Harbor, WA


“I specialize in grief, trauma, in particular the treatment of PTSD and anxiety disorders utilizing CBT and somatic therapies such as EMDR and breathwork.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariam Odigwe

Mariam Odigwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lynnwood, WA


“My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed and focused on helping you feel more balanced, clear, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Bailey

Rebecca Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


I am Rebecca Bailey, LICSW, I'm here to empower you to live your best life, to support you every step of your journey. I specialize in helping adults improve their self-esteem, cope with challenges, recover from grief, loss, anxiety, depression, relationship traumas and other traumas.

With my Masters in Social Work from the University of WA and over 40 years of experience in Washington's health and mental health settings, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anne Cahanin

Anne Cahanin

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I especially like helping with relationship concerns, career and life transitions, grief and loss, work/life balance and depression and anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tracye Valentine

Tracye Valentine

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe in listening to clients and providing them life-long tools for their behavioral and mental health success.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
L. Morris

L. Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I offer a collaborative, hands-on approach to therapy. I primarily focus on serving the LGBTQIA+ community, women, non-binary, and genderfluid folks...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Olivier Djoumessi

Dr. Olivier Djoumessi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Spokane, WA


“He believes that collaborative care, where patients actively participate in their treatment plans, yields the best outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tyler Richter

Tyler Richter

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I am not a person who will just nod along with things you say, I will engage in challenging some of your thinking and provide different perspectives you might not have considered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adam Gears

Adam Gears

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I believe care should feel human, not clinical. I keep things honest, straightforward, and grounded in real life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elaine Noland-Sepko

Elaine Noland-Sepko

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


Hi, I’m Elaine! I’m a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who works with adults, couples, and military families navigating life’s ups and downs. I have a Bachelors of Science in Psychology, and a Masters of Science in Marriage, Couples and Family Counseling with an addendum of Crisis and Trauma Counseling.

Many of my clients come to me struggling with relationship challenges (like communication struggles, Parenting conflicts and infidelity), trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or depression—feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. My goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and equipped to create the changes you want in your life

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Melissa Schniers

Dr. Melissa Schniers

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My strength is building rapport with patients. I employ a range of different methods, including NLP, CBT, CPT, emotionally focused therapy, and EMDR.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Rosamond Smith

Dr. Rosamond Smith

Psychologist

Virtual • Washington


“I have over a decade of training and experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and insomnia...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allie Mattiazzi

Allie Mattiazzi

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My first goals when meeting a new client are to celebrate their readiness for change, acknowledge the beginning of our new therapeutic relationship, and set up a working dynamic where trust and respect set the stage.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tracy Adams

Tracy Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Seattle, WA


“I take the time to get to know my clients and their unique needs before determining which therapy style may work best for treating specific issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Kluna

Katherine Kluna

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe that effective therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I tailor my communication style and therapeutic approach to meet your individual needs...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Aastha Krebs

Dr. Aastha Krebs

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“With me, you can expect to leave with specific tools tailored to your needs, such as practical strategies to manage anxiety, like deep breathing exercises or grounding techniques.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sophie Odegaard

Sophie Odegaard

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe that building healthy and fulfilling relationships is the foundation of change in all areas of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anita Durnen

Anita Durnen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“My integrative approach combines evidence-based medication management along with holistic interventions, going beyond symptom relief to explore the underlying factors contributing to your challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katy Shand

Katy Shand

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My work is guided by a firm belief in each person's ability to navigate challenges and create meaningful change in their life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessalyn Jackson

Jessalyn Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I approach therapy with compassion, insight, and curiosity. My therapeutic style is a combination of ACT, psychodynamic, and IFS modalities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kambra Johnson

Kambra Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


Do you feel like anxiety has taken over the driver’s seat? Or find yourself struggling to set the boundaries you need in your relationships? Do you wonder how past traumatic experiences might be showing up in the present, or find yourself feeling frustrated that they still affect you? Perhaps you’re wanting to explore who you are, and how to feel more fulfilled in life or navigate change?

If any (or all) of those resonate with you, I’m here to help.

I’m a science-based psychotherapist with a passion for working with clients in these areas and more.

I offer therapy for real humans, from a real human trained in the techniques that really work.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisa Brink

Lisa Brink

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe that therapy is about more than just fixing a problem... I like to take my clients to a place of self-love and contentment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ireshia Smith

Ireshia Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I am committed to creating a safe, uplifting, empowering, and supportive space where you can openly share your concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Larimer

Laurie Larimer

Therapist

Virtual • Seattle, WA


“In our sessions, you can expect a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where we can explore your inner world together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Patterson-Hyatt

Kimberly Patterson-Hyatt

Psychologist

Virtual • Washington


“The psychological approach used during your sessions will be tailored to your needs while rooted in evidence-based practices.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Michelle Cardenas

Michelle Cardenas

Therapist

Virtual • Walla Walla, WA


“My style is compassionate, collaborative, and practical—I meet you where you are and help you move toward where you want to be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Leschber

Stephanie Leschber

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I focus on helping people who feel stuck, not good enough, or anxious shift their lives to make positive changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yanlin Tso

Yanlin Tso

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I specialize in working with queer, neurodivergent and BIPOC people using Internal Family Systems and Somatic Experiencing training to help people learn to resolve trauma at the body level beyond verbal processing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nallely Martinez

Nallely Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe that counseling is a collaborative process that requires time, patience, and active engagement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shana Olmstead

Shana Olmstead

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


I am a compassionate, holistic therapist specializing in working with sensitive people. I have training in Reiki, Intuition, and Hypnotherapy, and am passionate about helping people awaken to their highest potential.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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