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LGBT therapists in Tacoma, WA


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Tacoma, WA
Finding an open-minded therapist who celebrates your authentic self matters. Headway's Tacoma network includes warm, inquisitive providers experienced in supporting LGBTQIA mental health journeys, with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage helping you save up to 75% on sessions.
I'm a therapist working in the Tacoma area. I work with people who have anxiety, depression, and trauma. A few areas of focus for me are relationships, shame, anger, life changes, and identity, though this is by no means a comprehensive list.
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Dr. Christencia Obinna-Igbokwe
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 2.4 mi away • Tacoma, WA
As a late diagnosed ADHD woman, I understand the struggles of perfectionism, anxiety and disordered eating and strive to provide neuro-affirming care. You deserve to feel good about yourself and I am confident we can get you there.
As a clinician and a person, it’s important that the therapy is working. I also try to bring humor to session and a little of myself to the room. I feel it’s important to be authentic to the process.
Welcome! and thank you for taking the time to do this step for yourself. As a psychiatric provider, I am committed to working with you and your family on your journey to healing and discovering your best self throughout this process. I am a board certified Adult Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), currently licensed in Washington State and Massachusetts. I have been working in the healthcare industry for over two decades, treating adults age 18+ with chronic severe anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, trauma, personality disorders, substance abuse disorders, and co-occurring disorders.
My approach is person-centered, focusing on you, the client, and the moment-to-moment engagement, discovering insights together. I can help you discover insights into barriers, and the constructive solutions to overcoming those barriers. Each person has the right to live a life free of negative thoughts and experiences—a life of healthy well-being.
I am enthusiastic Washingtonian and happy to call Seattle home. I received my undergraduate degree in Medical Anthropology and Global Health from the University of Washington, and my Doctorate from the University of North Dakota. When partnering with me, expect a clinician who is focused on you, your culture, and how all of these factors impact your experience. I lead with curiosity, collecting and using data to inform our work together and guide my integration of evidenced based practice.
Hi, I’m Angilee, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have over 12 years of healthcare experience and recently completed advanced training in mental health care. I’ve worked with children and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings, helping with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and more. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and understood. I’m passionate about helping you feel better and take control of your mental health.
I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. I have a Masters in Clinical Health Psychology and a Masters in Nutrition/Dietetics, which helps lend to a holistic approach to my work with clients. I commonly work with health behavioral change, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADHD, OCD, and relationship change. My treatment approach utilizes a biopsychosocial lense in long-term therapy based in psychodynamic, strengths-based, and integrative work in overall health. I utilize coping skills from CBT, DBT, ACT, and Mindfulness. I incorporated life-skills such a assertiveness, boundaries, and career.
I love the work that I do and the healing relationships I have been able to foster with my clients. I believe that therapy is a form of self-care and I want to be an advocate of that for my clients. I welcome anyone who thinks they may want some support, whether long-term or short-term to reach out to me and set up a brief phone consultation.
I’m Dr. Emem Nkanga, Doctor of Nursing Practice. I believe that everyone deserves a personalized and compassionate approach to mental health care. I bring over 20 years of experience in healthcare, with a focused dedication to psychiatry over the past 4 years. My passion lies in supporting mental health and emotional well-being.
I work with children ages 10 and above, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds who are experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, insomnia, and more.
Hi there, my name is Gina and I specialize in helping those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or major life transitions to find balance, clarity, and hope.
My approach is compassionate and collaborative. I draw from Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Strengths-Based Therapy to help you build on your natural resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and move toward meaningful change. I believe that healing begins when you feel seen, heard, and supported. Together, we’ll focus on helping you rediscover your strengths.
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a LGBTQIA Therapist in Tacoma, WA
Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Tacoma starts with choosing care that is identity-affirming, not just clinically relevant. An affirming therapist may support concerns related to identity, relationships, gender exploration, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare options, look for therapists who mention affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or work with LGBTQIA+ communities in their listed specialties and bios.
Tacoma has a steady network of mental health therapists, but the number of therapists with explicit LGBTQIA+ experience may vary by availability, specialty, and neighborhood. Virtual therapy can expand your options if you want a therapist outside your immediate area or need more scheduling flexibility. In addition to specialty, consider appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and whether their profile gives a clear sense of their communication style, approach, and experience with LGBTQIA+ clients, couples, and families.
Therapy in Tacoma can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and make ongoing care easier to plan for. Headway helps you search for LGBTQIA+ therapists in Tacoma who are accepting new clients, review detailed bios, check your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking, and schedule directly when you’re ready.
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