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LGBT therapists in Renton, WA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Renton, WA

Headway connects LGBTQIA individuals in Renton with affirming, open-minded providers who understand gender and sexual identity concerns. Access 666 licensed therapists offering virtual and in-person sessions, with many available within days and free initial consultations available.

Dr. Ogechi Uzomah Dnp, Pmhnp-Bc

Dr. Ogechi Uzomah Dnp, Pmhnp-Bc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“Known for my warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative style, I strive to empower clients to thrive and achieve balance in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shannon Dickerson

Shannon Dickerson

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I mainly use Cognitive behavioral therapy and emotional therapy and EMDR, the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for the work that you will do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mercedes Stepp

Mercedes Stepp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bellevue, WA


“I believe treatment works best as a partnership — you bring your experiences and goals, and together we create a plan that helps you feel more stable, empowered, and moving forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joceline Baptiste

Joceline Baptiste

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“Treatment isn't just about symptom relief it's about helping you feel more like yourself again, with strategies you can actually sustain.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Haja Kargbo

Dr. Haja Kargbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I'm deeply committed to providing compassionate, individualized mental health care that supports healing, self-understanding, and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Spencer

Jennifer Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My twenty years in the healing profession has taught me the value of compassion to understand emotional pain and discovering the courage to change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle Mann

Dr. Michelle Mann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Edmonds, WA


“I have a doctorate in counseling, have been working in the mental health field for 25 years and enjoy working with adults, children, couples and families.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brian Hosford

Brian Hosford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lacey, WA


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice and focus on the link between thoughts, behaviors, and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 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
Cherie Ann Park

Cherie Ann Park

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe clients already possess insight, strengths, and the capacity for growth, and therapy is a space to access and strengthen these abilities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Victoria Omeri

Victoria Omeri

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Olympia, WA


“I am a holistic provider and try to help my patients see the bigger picture and improve their mental health, not only with medication management but with using a naturopathic approach as well.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gordon Zhang

Gordon Zhang

Therapist

Virtual • Redmond, WA


“Gordon has an honest, warm, and relaxing personality to therapy and strives to be empathically curious towards understanding the client's journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jamaal Fortner

Dr. Jamaal Fortner

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“Doc J brings an extensive clinical background that includes inpatient psychiatric care and clinical practice focused on people of color and members of the LGBTQ+ population.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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
Dr. Miu Hart

Dr. Miu Hart

Psychologist

Virtual • Washington


“My approach is integrated, relational, and depth-oriented, with a focus on understanding how early experiences and old wounds shape our present selves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Colleen Marion

Colleen Marion

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


I have worked in the mental health field for 15+ years and love working with people from all backgrounds. I graduated from the University of Washington School of Social Work where I earned my Masters in Social Work. I have spent time working in outpatient mental health clinics, local hospitals and various non-profits in King County. My passions include providing gender-affirming care, support for members of the LGBTQ+ community and adolescents.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erin Martin

Erin Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe that curiosity and connection are transformational forces and aim to bring that to all of our sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Oscar Ureno

Dr. Oscar Ureno

Psychologist

Virtual • Washington


“I work from a psychodynamic perspective, which involves exploring underlying desires, patterns, and unconscious influences that shape behavior.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. William Gibson

Dr. William Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Bainbridge Island, WA


“Through trusting and empathetic positive relationship building, I support my clients in the exploration of a healthier, self-accepting perspective...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Presho

Amanda Presho

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“Clients can expect a compassionate and supportive environment where they work collaboratively with me to explore challenges, set goals, gain insight, and develop practical strategies for personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Garrett Humphries

Garrett Humphries

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My approach is grounded in the belief that while clients hold the personal history and insights needed for change, my role is to steward the therapeutic space and help focus those insights toward meaningful progress.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Ezra Goetzen

Dr. Ezra Goetzen

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


I've spent 15 years helping people stop circling the same patterns and actually change them. I'm warm, direct and honest - I'll hold space for your pain and challenge you to move through it. We won't just manage symptoms, we'll go deep to the root. I'll help you see yourself clearly, sit with what is hard, and build something different.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Johnny Thigpen

Johnny Thigpen

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I approach my work with clients with openness and curiosity. I believe the people I serve are inherently whole and healthy...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Brown

Michelle Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I aim to cultivate a therapeutic partnership that encourages openness allowing for all clients to promote their best interest while living with agency, authenticity, and purpose.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Laura Ward

Laura Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I use evidence-based approaches to help clients develop insight, build practical skills, and create meaningful progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alyssa Adwell

Alyssa Adwell

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I practice firmly from a perspective of person-centered, trauma-informed, and harm-reductive care with the goal of working towards each person's individualized goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Noah Freiburger

Dr. Noah Freiburger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lynnwood, WA


“My approach is down-to-earth, collaborative, and focused on finding real solutions that work for your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Niki Oliphant

Niki Oliphant

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I take a person-centered, holistic approach to therapy, meeting you where you are with compassion, curiosity, and respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Grossman

Dr. Lisa Grossman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Spokane, WA


“I believe real change happens in therapy when you feel genuinely supported and understood - and when you walk away from each session with practical tools you can actually use in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 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
Tess Flaherty

Tess Flaherty

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I find it is important to build a strong therapeutic relationship built upon trust, empathy, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Morgan

Jessica Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I like to gently guide a therapy, not fit it into a box or remand it to one modality, and I try and provide an alternative perspective and have a conversation with the patient.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danuelle Williams

Danuelle Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe in solution-focused therapies that bring families together in healthy ways, integrating the needs of both parents and teens.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Michael Jennings

John Michael Jennings

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


My name is John Michael Jennings and as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I'm passionate about creating a supportive space for clients to process what they're feeling and what they've been through. I believe that therapy is about helping people figure out how to live a life that's most authentic to who they are. I specialize in working with clients who are navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, difficult family dynamics, complex trauma, and questions about gender identity and/or sexuality.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chanin Hanson

Chanin Hanson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I combine integrative health methods with evidence-based Western practices to create a holistic treatment plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 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
Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bellevue, WA


“Expect to walk away feeling heard and valued, knowing you are being cared for by a knowledgeable and passionate provider.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carrie Oliver

Carrie Oliver

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I am a dual-diagnosis therapist and licensed clinical social worker with 10 years in the counseling field with a focus on trauma and substance abuse.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charles Hoy-ellis

Charles Hoy-ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“As a therapist and a member of the LGBTQ+ community I have experience in navigating rejection, trauma, and discrimination.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lacey Crittendon

Lacey Crittendon

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My approach as a therapist is client centered, because this is your care, and your needs a voice deserves to be heard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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