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LGBT therapists in Tacoma, WA

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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.

Lee Nadeau

Lee Nadeau

Therapist

Virtual • Seattle, WA


“My work integrates relational therapy, somatic awareness, and evidence-based practices such as CBT and DBT.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erica Johnson

Erica Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I take an individualized, flexible approach to therapy, tailoring our work to your unique needs while also exploring deeper patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Stephanie Hunter

Stephanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
John Jaco

John Jaco

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I base my clinical approach on Cognitive behavioral methods including but not limited to Cognitive processing using an eclectic approach and depending on how things progress, will adjust the therapeutic focus.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jasmine McCarthy

Jasmine McCarthy

Therapist

Virtual • Seattle, WA


Hi, I'm Jasmine and I am glad that you are here. Choosing to prioritize your well-being can be difficult and is something to celebrate. I am a licensed mental health counselor with six years of experience in supporting adults, teens, kids, and families. I specialize in helping women process stress, trauma, and own their authentic expression. I am rooted in decolonization and love incorporating meditation, yoga, astrology, cycle syncing, and reiki into therapy with women.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Mounts

Tara Mounts

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My therapeutic approach is Rogerian; guiding clients to find answers within themselves without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Felix Pekar

Felix Pekar

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My approach integrates EMDR, somatic therapy, and mindfulness-based practices that support the body and mind together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Krista Miller

Krista Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) offering telehealth psychiatric care across Oregon and Washington.

With 12 years of nursing experience laying the foundation for my deep love of patient care, I bring warmth, clinical expertise, and heartfelt dedication to individuals navigating life's most complex mental health conditions.

Specialized Sensitivity

Expertise in hormone-related mood changes, pregnancy and postpartum care, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and menopause. I'm committed to providing a safe, supportive space .

Integrative Wellness

I weave together evidence-based psychiatry with somatic and mindfulness techniques to help clients reconnect with themselves.

Whatever mental health concerns you are navigating, my approach is always trauma-informed and heart-centered.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Reegis Coburn

Reegis Coburn

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I'm passionate about helping people move from feeling overwhelmed and stuck to feeling more confident, organized, and in control of their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Katie Rongey

Katie Rongey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Spokane Valley, WA


“Our sense of self is shaped by the stories we create about ourselves. I believe those stories are better expressed through art.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Percival Fisher

Percival Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“Client's have shared with me that at the end of each our session together that they have felt heard, validated, and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay Burns

Lindsay Burns

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I offer individual, couples, and group counseling for adults facing anxiety, relationship issues, anxious attachment, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or are recovering from narcissistic abuse.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Heidi Green

Heidi Green

Psychologist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe we must understand our personal history and heal from the past traumas that contribute to our current problems.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Ramata Adebawo

Ramata Adebawo

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My goal is to help you build resilience, gain clarity, and develop practical tools to navigate challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Naeemah Johnson

Naeemah Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe the healing journey is sacred. I provide therapy services for individuals needing behavioral health support by assisting individuals in recognizing options, problem-solving, identifying and using resources, trying things a new way,...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Jackline Ngalame

Dr. Jackline Ngalame

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management of ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions. My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout your mental health journey.

I believe that every person's story is unique, so I take the time to understand your concerns, symptoms, lifestyle, and treatment goals before developing an individualized care plan. I incorporate medication management with supportive counseling and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques and Motivational Interviewing, to help you build practical coping skills and achieve lasting improvement.

Whether you're struggling with difficulty focusing, persistent worry, overwhelming stress, low mood, emotional challenges, or life transitions, I work collaboratively with you to help you regain balance and improve your overall well-being. My focus is on delivering personalized, compassionate care that supports meaningful, long-term success in both your mental health and daily life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Christine Gomes

Dr. Christine Gomes

Psychologist

Virtual • Washington


Hello,

My name is Dr. Christine Gomes and I have been licensed as a clinical psychologist for the past 9.5 years. I received my doctoral degree from Rosemead School of Psychology in Los Angeles County, California. While I was in training, I worked with a wide variety of clients in different settings. In recent years, I have focused heavily on trauma-focused therapy techniques.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Amber Eckert

Amber Eckert

Therapist

Virtual • North Bend, WA


“I have a significant background in teen mental health and also enjoy supporting neurodivergent adults such as Autism and ADHD.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachael Daniel

Rachael Daniel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions such as, but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, and Bipolar disorder, using a holistic approach that integrates medication management and psychotherapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gianna Leoncavallo

Gianna Leoncavallo

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I'm very interactive with my clients. I will listen ask questions, provide you feedback and teach you skills...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ellis Graham

Ellis Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“Think of therapy with me as a collaborative adventure. I believe in meeting you where you are, with no judgment and plenty of warmth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 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
Thomas Fleming

Thomas Fleming

Therapist

Virtual • Tacoma, WA


“I am a therapist you can feel comfortable opening up too! My sessions provide empathy, insight and effective strategies to assist you to find relief and change!!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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
Clay Crockett

Clay Crockett

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I have worked in various behavioral health fields for over 20 years. my experience has helped me attain insight into general mental health to more complex conditions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Andrea Vinton

Andrea Vinton

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“If past traumas are affecting your daily life, therapy can be your path to overcoming these challenges and discovering your inner strength.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeremy Kiskadden

Jeremy Kiskadden

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


You can’t break out of a cage you’re still trying to decorate. I’ve been many people’s 4th/5th/8th/9th therapist and been told they felt like something finally clicked for them. I care about it clicking. My approach is based on self-compassion and living an integrated life. Even if you’re motivated to change, it’s still hard because negative events can shape beliefs about the world and ourselves that we often don’t even realize we hold. So we start with self-compassion, and then work on trying to bring our actions into alignment with our goals. I’ve been a therapist for over a decade now, and I promise – self-compassion is the move.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brooke Pate

Brooke Pate

Therapist

Virtual • Vancouver, WA


“I believe therapy should feel human: honest, relatable, and rooted in genuine connection rather than pressure or perfection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessica Garry

Jessica Garry

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I want therapy to be a space where you can show up as you are, speak openly, and feel genuinely heard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jenni Juarez

Jenni Juarez

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I strive to balance two therapeutic styles: a relaxed, conversational approach that focuses on exploring current issues, and a structured approach that involves taking specific steps towards pre-established goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Garcia

Crystal Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe therapy works best when it is honest and practical. I am not going to tell you what you want to hear.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carley James Bruner

Carley James Bruner

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


After getting my master's in counseling psychology decades ago, there has been a strong focus in helping others process through trauma, depression, anxiety and other mental health symptoms getting in the way of living one's best life, I am a licensed mental health counselor who uses several skills and techniques to help people heal.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you

Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

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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