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LGBT therapists in Milwaukee, WI

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee's LGBTQIA+ community deserves providers who listen without judgment. Headway offers flexible therapy options across neighborhoods like Bay View, Shorewood, and Whitefish Bay, with sessions starting as soon as tomorrow and average savings of 75% through insurance.

Amy Schneider

Amy Schneider

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe it's important to understand what's happening before setting any intentions for action, so the first few times we talk, I really just want to listen, and let you speak freely about what's going on.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shakina Robinson-Wiggins

Shakina Robinson-Wiggins

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My philosophy supports the notion that mental health is the biggest investment a person can make for themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Alana Friedlander

Dr. Alana Friedlander

Psychologist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“At the core of my work is a deep belief that bodies are not problems to be fixed, they are systems to be understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Stacey Marie

Dr. Stacey Marie

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I am an empowering, warm, and direct LPC therapist who is also solution focused brings clarity and steadiness to clients who are navigating mental health challenges. I provide individual psychotherapy grounded in evidence-based practices, helping clients build structure, strengthen healthy coping skills, and move toward emotional stability.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brittany Perrine

Brittany Perrine

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I am a direct and genuine therapist. This means we can joke around and afterwards I will ask you where that dark humor is coming from.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Micheal Kurschner

Micheal Kurschner

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I try to create a warm friendly environment for clients to feel comfortable sharing their experiences with me.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cheryl Welch

Cheryl Welch

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I serve a broad population of clients coping with crisis, trauma, faith-based issues, relationship and marital issues, substance use and addictions, anger management and emotional dysregulation, career decisions, self-esteem and self-efficacy skill development, and other challenges clients are facing.

My philosophy is meeting clients where they are, without bias or judgment. I believe the client is the expert in their own life, and I am here to walk beside, providing the tools and techniques to support finding solutions and healing. I use an integrative theoretical approach to tailor services to meet the clients' needs. I work with clients from a holistic approach.

I have a Ph.D. in Counseling Education and Supervision, a Master's in Professional Counseling, a Masters in Health Care Administration, and a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. I am licensed in Wisconsin as a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Nurse.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Amber Ault

Dr. Amber Ault

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I bring to our work together a well-rounded education in psychology, sociology, and anthropology, along with advanced experience and training in trauma response, narcissistic abuse, couples' therapy. and medical gender detransition.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Kaufman

Thomas Kaufman

Therapist

Virtual • Fitchburg, WI


“I help empower clients to explore areas within their lives that present challenges and inhibit change, and assist them with finding solutions that will work for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alex Robison

Alex Robison

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Hi, I'm Alex! My path into this work began in early childhood development, where I learned just how much our earliest relationships and experiences shape the way we move through the world as adults. That foundation still informs everything I do; I'm endlessly curious about the "why" behind how we feel and behave, and I hold that curiosity with warmth and zero judgment.

Outside of my practice you'll usually find me behind a camera. Photography taught me to slow down and pay attention to small, beautiful details, and to appreciate that the same scene can look completely different depending on where you're standing (a lesson that I find turns out to be pretty useful in therapy as well). I love being out in nature whenever I can and at home I share my space with a cuddly cat who supervises most of my day.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Houa Yang

Houa Yang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • La Crosse, WI


I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and life transitions so they can feel more confident, balanced, and connected to themselves. I also enjoy supporting individuals navigating cultural, identity, and multicultural concerns who want a space where they feel seen and understood. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying more than you can manage on your own, therapy can help you gain clarity, build healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

I believe each person already has strengths, resilience, and the capacity for change. My role isn't to tell you who to be, but to work alongside you as we build on the tools you already have, develop new skills, and navigate life's challenges together. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel empowered to grow and move toward the life you want.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lara Skye Boughman

Lara Skye Boughman

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I have the lived experience of healing from severe opioid and stimulant use disorder, anxiety, depression, and complex trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Drea Straw

Drea Straw

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My therapeutic style is approachable and caring, and I'll use humor and my experiences to help us form a connection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tanya Kraege

Tanya Kraege

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe healing happens in relationships, not perfection; so I show up authentically, with curiosity, warmth, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Tonyetta Ross

Tonyetta Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Milwaukee, WI


“She focuses on building rapport, understanding your concerns, and learning about your personal history, goals, and strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diane Littel

Diane Littel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Eau Claire, WI


“I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their capacity for healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luciana Gonzalez

Luciana Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I specialize in helping individuals navigate the overwhelming waves of anxiety, depression, everyday stress management, and the deep complexities of grief or loss. Together, we will also use a supportive, trauma-informed lens to safely process PTSD and find healthier paths through substance use and addiction. My ultimate goal is to walk alongside you with an open heart and compassionate perspective.

I show up as a genuine, non‐judgmental person first and a clinician second. My passion for this work comes from having someone who once offered me the space to talk, heal, and grow—and I believe everyone deserves that same space.

LGBTQIA+, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a partner in your wellness journey! My therapeutic style is warm, gentle, and supportive, while also being direct and accountability focused. I believe meaningful change happens when compassion and honesty work together. In our time together, we will explore what’s getting in the way of your well-being and identify practical, sustainable ways to improve your daily functioning and overall quality of life.

With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I bring a grounded, steady presence to the therapeutic space. I support clients through life transitions, emotional challenges, and periods of feeling stuck, always meeting you where you are while helping you move toward where you want to be. Therapy with me is collaborative, intentional, and centered on your goals, your values, and your lived experience. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and growth at a pace that feels both supportive and empowering.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tia Sanders

Tia Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Hi, I’m Tia Sanders, a Milwaukee native, with 10+ years of experience focusing on maternal health, depression, anxiety, life transitions and substance abuse. I work with adults and young adults from diverse and undeserved communities - if you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for support, I invite you to take that first step. Together, we can explore where you are, where you want to go, and the strengths and resources you already have to help you move forward.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amber Sherman

Amber Sherman

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My style is warm, conversational, and collaborative. I want therapy to feel approachable and grounded...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christine Rykiel

Christine Rykiel

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I practice from a philosophy of empowering my clients to achieve balance with their mental and emotional health and to maintain healthy boundaries that support their well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Reynaldo Ortiz-Maldonado

Reynaldo Ortiz-Maldonado

Therapist

Virtual • West Allis, WI


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience helping adults navigate mental health concerns, trauma, substance use, and major life challenges. I know starting therapy can feel difficult, so I work to create a warm, supportive space where you can feel comfortable being open and honest. I value clear communication and believe therapy should feel collaborative, with us working together toward goals that feel meaningful to you. My role is to meet you where you are and support you throughout the process.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shana Koch

Shana Koch

Therapist

Virtual • Milwaukee, WI


“My goal is to create a warm, judgment-free space where you can talk openly, explore your thoughts and feelings, and build tools to handle life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Megan Noren

Dr. Megan Noren

Psychologist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I am passionate about empowering my clients to build self-compassion, nurture healthy relationships, and establish boundaries in a way that aligns with their values.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Marci Zago

Marci Zago

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore what's getting in the way and build practical tools to feel more confident and balanced.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Molly Propst

Molly Propst

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, my work is rooted in my own lived experience and a deep commitment to creating the spaces I once needed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Joswiak

Kristina Joswiak

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“You can expect warmth, curiosity, practical support, and a space where you feel genuinely heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kay White

Kay White

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I focus on establishing a solid, supportive relationship with my clients. I truly enjoy working with individuals to find solutions that work for them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashleigh Dowis

Ashleigh Dowis

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Hello, my name is Ashleigh Dowis, and I’m glad you’re here. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 20 years of experience working in the mental health field, 15 years as a mental health professional. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals through life’s challenges with compassion, respect, and care. I specialize in working with women who are in transitional periods of their lives and helping them reach their goals. I have experience working with a variety of presenting problems and symptoms including but not limited to anxiety, depression, grief, adjustment to big life changes and with traumatic injuries.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Helga Meyer

Helga Meyer

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My style is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed, blending evidence-based tools with a holistic perspective that honors mind, body, and spirit.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jamie Koivisto-Goeppinger

Jamie Koivisto-Goeppinger

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I approach therapy with compassion and curiosity. I have a deep respect for each person's unique story.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christine Ewald

Christine Ewald

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe that we all have a need to feel truly heard and understood in a safe and supportive space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jai Negri

Jai Negri

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I am here to support you with a current problem, or one you have been dealing with for years.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Maribel Nieves

Maribel Nieves

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida with over 20 years of experience in mental health. I am fully bilingual English/Spanish. I grew up in Puerto Rico and move to FL about 30 years ago. I have an intense training and experience in Trauma recovery helping victim of violence, illness or accidents. I also have long years of experience working with grief, relationship issues, mental health afflictions like depression, stress and others. I am also trained and enjoy helping neuro atypical people to develop ways of managing life that can work for them. I can work with all ages 6 and up. I have a certification as child/youth mental health specialist. I enjoy painting and encourage the use of creativity to work through emotional pain.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Melissa Hale

Melissa Hale

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I'm an eclectic healer who takes a whole-person approach to mental health care, integrating somatic work, mindfulness, and healthy lifestyle practices into therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Schuler

Tiffany Schuler

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I create an environment where people are not judged, feel understood, and can achieve solution in a timely manner.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Naomi Adams

Naomi Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I take a compassionate, integrative approach to therapy—blending evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and Brainspotting...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brian LeBaron

Brian LeBaron

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“As a results-oriented and caring therapist, I will work together with you to overcome the challenges you experience...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lynn Zima

Lynn Zima

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I work to provide you a safe, non-judgmental environment in which to work. Each of us are unique and complex. I see my job as helping you to develop tools and skills to deal with your complex life. I am able to help you in the areas of anxiety, depression, motivation, substance use concerns, self-esteem and confidence, grief/loss, and adapting to life changes, to name a few. My goal is to be approachable, accepting, and act as a guide through the process. Much of our power to be happy or unhappy depends on our ability to put our experiences in perspective and find our own path to heal.

We will focus on the strengths you have and how I can help you grow through changing self-defeating thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will work together to identify your goals, what the barriers are to moving forward, and developing needed skills to navigate through or around barriers. We are all human and at times need the help from an objective party to get through our struggles and to grow stronger!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Susie Gamboa

Susie Gamboa

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe in the inherent goodness and capacity for growth within each individual. My role is to create a non-judgmental, deeply empathetic, and safe space where you can feel secure enough to share your deepest trauma, secrets, or vulnerabilities...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Milwaukee, WI

Number of therapists serving Milwaukee, WI
There are over 285 therapists in Milwaukee, WI accepting new patients.
285+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Stress management
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 91%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%Hmong
  • 1%Tagalog
How they see their clients
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  • 80%Online only
  • 20%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 14%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 52%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 30%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 6%Psychologist
  • 5%Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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