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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Vancouver, WA

Vancouver's LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental healthcare, and Headway connects you with solution-oriented providers who create nonjudgmental spaces. Our 663 licensed providers offer talk therapy and medication management with sessions as soon as next day.

Cynthia Mickel

Cynthia Mickel

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


Hey there, my name is Cynthia Leeann Mickel. I am a licensed therapist in TX, OR, AZ, and WA. I graduated with my Master's from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX. I have worked with a variety of treatment areas and populations. I have work at: CPS, a psychiatric hospital, Clinical Supervisor at an inpatient drug and alcohol rehabilitation center, Clinical Director at an out patient program with 4 locations, online therapy working with issues ranging from trauma, depression, anxiety, to grief, adhd, and many others. I have served most populations including: men, women, children 12+, people with legal troubles, relationship concerns, and more.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Darrell Benko

Darrell Benko

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“My goal is to provide thoughtful, practical, and evidence-based care in a setting where clients feel heard, respected, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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 10 insurance carriers
DeRoy Obilor

DeRoy Obilor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“My approach is founded on holistic and patient-centered concepts, resulting in a collaborative alliance that values trust and open communication.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shawn McRae

Shawn McRae

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I believe the best care begins with truly listening and creating a space where you feel safe, respected, and never judged.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stephanie Brickner

Stephanie Brickner

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I am at heart a Family Systems therapist and I use that lens to work with kids, teens, adults, couples, and families to identify and reach their goals!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth DeVilleneuve

Elizabeth DeVilleneuve

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“As a social worker, I understand that you are a cultural being who is impacted and affected by the systems, environment, and historical context that you live in.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Donald Hice

Donald Hice

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My goal is to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and move toward a more grounded, authentic, and fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cheri Campbell

Cheri Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My background includes coaching at the collegiate level, and I often bring those techniques into the counseling room—whether it's helping you build resiliency, stay focused on goals, or recall skills you've learned to feel more confident in being...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Noelani Arreola-Anduha

Noelani Arreola-Anduha

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


People describe me as calm, warm, and supportive. Like a warm sweater that you can rely on to be there for you when you need it. To help you get to know me; I have a MA in Professional Mental Health Counseling, I tailor my approach to each person and show up with authenticity and promote collaboration. I believe the core of therapy lies in the bond between therapist and client. My methods blend EFT, DBT, CBT, and creative interventions, with a focus on social justice and multiculturalism. Which is a fancy way of saying I focus on emotions and relationships, creative ways to express emotions, and regulation skills that target bodily sensations, thoughts, and behaviors while taking into account your whole self. I am especially skillful in working with people with depression and relationship wounds, but I also have experience working with people who want to work on anxiety and emotional regulation and expression. I have a special interest in working with people who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities due to my lived experience as a part of these communities.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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 15 insurance carriers
Lulu Rivera

Lulu Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


Thank you for stopping by. I'm a licensed therapist and have been actively working with clients for the past 23 years. Iv had the pleasure and experience and have worked with most MH disorders/significant life affecting events and across all age groups. My passion is to be authentically present while facilitating a search for meaning of past/present events. I believe self love is essential therefor self esteem development is fostered.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cathleen Bozek

Cathleen Bozek

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I'm dedicated to helping individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kai He

Kai He

Psychologist

Virtual • Washington


Feeling stressed and overwhelmed lately? Or struggling with depression or anxiety for as long as you can remember? Everyone might be dealing with something different. My job is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for your pain to be seen. I hope you will feel safe to talk about everything in this space. I believe that psychotherapy, at its core, should be a healing relationship. Through this relationship, you can slowly learn to experience your life a little differently.

My name is Bryant. I hold a doctorate degree in clinical psychology (Psy.D.). I am licensed as a clinical psychologist in WA. I have experience working with patients across age ranges who struggle with various issues. I can provide therapy in both English and Mandarin.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Riyon Hutton

Riyon Hutton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Yakima, WA


Let's stop the anxiety spiral together! I I work with adolescents and adults. Drop your mask in here and learn to stop apologizing for who you truly are. Feel more comfortables in situations and stop spiraling using practical tools. It's time to stop feeling ashamed how how you think things should be! Anxiety, Trauma, ADHD and creative burnout can be overwhelming. Perhaps your brain won't turn off at night, decision-making feels impossible, or even basic tasks drain your energy. Especially when they show up in every part of life; work, your relationships, kids or parenting. That's okay. We can work with your brain and body.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Mukasa

Elizabeth Mukasa

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


Hi! I'm Elizabeth, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that healing happens in spaces where you feel truly seen and understood. With my background in both mental health and theology, I create a therapeutic environment that honors your full identity—cultural, spiritual, and personal. Whether you're navigating trauma, life transitions, leaving IOP settings, or identity questions, I'm here to walk alongside you with warmth, cultural sensitivity, and clinical expertise. My journey in mental health has taken me through residential facilities, faith communities, and community programs, where I've had the privilege of supporting individuals across all life stages.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Eringo

Mary Eringo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tacoma, WA


“My approach to care is warm, supportive, and centered around you. I believe that healing starts with feeling safe, heard, and understood...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jacquie Gallaway

Jacquie Gallaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Walla Walla, WA


We don't usually get to the feeling bad feelings overnight. It's most often a slow creep that we do our best to keep at bay until the things that have worked to manage the feeling bad feelings don't work anymore. That's usually when we ask for help. I'm here for this moment. And I'm here for the unraveling of all the deep, achy questions. I'm here to get underneath what's working and what's not working for you. And I'm here for the rebuilding so that you can feel the way you want to feel in your life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Paola Von Oelffen

Paola Von Oelffen

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe trauma can impact our ability to enjoy our lives, create meaningful relationships and align our goals to our values.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Carisa Peeples

Dr. Carisa Peeples

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


Hi, I'm Carisa Peeples, DNP, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 17 years of nursing experience. My background includes psychiatric emergency care, crisis stabilization, and extensive experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and everyday life stressors.

I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy. I believe mental health treatment should be compassionate, individualized, and collaborative. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered in your care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Christencia Obinna-Igbokwe

Dr. Christencia Obinna-Igbokwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tacoma, WA


“I work closely with each client to create personalized treatment plans that support emotional stability, daily functioning, and long-term wellness, always grounded in your goals and lived experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alex Joinville

Alex Joinville

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“Alex has over 10 years of experience providing holistic care to clients experiencing a wide range of concerns including trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, etc.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bettina Bellamy-Cuthrell

Bettina Bellamy-Cuthrell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“My goal is to provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in your care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
William Turner

William Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Yakima, WA


“I support you in understanding where your troubles stem from, how they are maintained and use this as a foundation for change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisa Wenninger

Dr. Lisa Wenninger

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


I work with individual adults and certain families who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, sad, lonely, sensitive, anxious, or defeated. If you're feeling heavy by everything going on, or feeling frantic, or having conflict in your relationships or are just feeling lost in any way, I would love to see if I can help! I also work with family units going through transition or strain, such as conflict between a parent and their adult child, or supporting parents who are experiencing difficult things with their child or teen.

I have a lot of experience helping people through loss, whether it's a breakup, losing a job, or a loved one - including loss of a pet, which is a specialty of mine. I have special interest in supporting other therapists, and also community organizers and activists who are engaged in social justice work. Many of my clients are trans or NB, and others are gay, lesbian, or queer. Poly and kink affirming.

I offer telehealth services to clients in California, Idaho, Washington, or Virginia.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eshana Watson-Gholar

Eshana Watson-Gholar

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My therapeutic style is grounded in empathy and empowering clients to explore their strengths and embrace personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Noah Peter

Noah Peter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“My practice has a nonjudgmental environment where your feelings and experiences are respected and validated.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yancun Wisseh

Yancun Wisseh

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“The therapeutic alliance that is the client-therapist relationship will become the greatest change agent-Trust, genuineness, and participation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Monroe

Jonathan Monroe

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


My commitment to you as your therapist is to help promote a feeling of autonomy, relatedness and competence to where you can live life more freely with meaning and purpose. I have a career experience in a variety of professional therapy work-related duties and environments, tele-health, inpatient / outpatient atmospheres, and a variation of other different professional roles of counseling positions over the past 30 years.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Riki Camacho

Riki Camacho

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakewood, WA


“My approach to therapy is holistic and grounded in the belief that emotional well‐being is deeply connected to the way we live, work, and relate to others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ruggeri

Jennifer Ruggeri

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based techniques, allowing me to create a safe and nurturing environment for my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeff Danese

Jeff Danese

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


My name is Jeffrey W. Danese, MS, MA, LMHC, LPCC, and I am a licensed mental health counselor in Washington State and California, currently based in Sacramento. I bring over 15 years of clinical experience across private practice, inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, and college counseling, along with a an academic background teaching psychology, religious studies, and the history of science in higher education from UCSB, FSU, and 10 years at SJSU to various community colleges in the Puget Sound region and in North Florida and cross-cultural experiences such as living in Taiwan, Zambia, Germany and traveling around the world; I studied Spanish, German, and Chinese language, world history and religions, psychology, evolutionary psychology and the cognitive science of religion; was raised Catholic but ordained as a Buddhist monk in Thailand; and continue to meditate, explore and read broadly. One of my favorite quotes is by the Roman writer, Terence: "I am human and there is nothing human foreign to me." (or, Homo sum, humani nihil a me alienum puto. -- Publius Terentius Afer, 165 BCE)

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care
Challenging, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Fuller

Elizabeth Fuller

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My desire to be a mirror for you in that process and guide the best stops along the way for deeper diving and emotional awareness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Matthew Evans

Matthew Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


I received my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marquette University in 2023, and I have had the privilege of working with a great variety of clients in an outpatient hospital setting over the last three years. Through a trauma informed and person-centered lens, I want to help clients explore concerns relating to shame, depression, anxiety, identity, and more.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Theresa McDowell

Dr. Theresa McDowell

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


Hello, and welcome! My name is Theresa McDowell, PhD and I’m a dedicated School Psychologist and licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) with over 20 years of experience in mental health and education. I specialize in supporting individuals across various stages of life, offering evidence-based interventions to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and grief.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Emem Nkanga

Dr. Emem Nkanga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Spokane Valley, WA


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.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Hall

Sarah Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I approach our work together with genuine warmth and deep curiosity, holding space for whatever you are experiencing right now without judgement or rush.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Ardent

Jonathan Ardent

Therapist

Virtual • Seattle, WA


“My goal as a therapist is to build a relational connection, process experiences of disruption, and unearth the roots of painful feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Vancouver, WA

Number of therapists serving Vancouver, WA
There are over 691 therapists in Vancouver, WA accepting new patients.
691+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 90%Regence BlueShield of Washington
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 85%Cigna
  • 51%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%French
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 28%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 23%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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