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LGBT therapists in Wisconsin

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Wisconsin

Wisconsin residents can access affirming mental health care through Headway's 245 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management. Average savings of 75% on sessions, with many starting as low as $0 with insurance coverage.

Lauren Johnson

Lauren Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Hello! I have a masters in art therapy but hold licenses to be both a professional counselor and a registered art therapist. This allows me to have a unique take on therapy. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe, supported, and genuinely understood. My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where you can be yourself, explore challenges at your own pace, and build the skills needed to move forward with confidence.

I use a collaborative, strengths-based approach, tailoring therapy to each person's unique needs, interests, and goals.

While I incorporate evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), solution-focused techniques, and trauma-informed care, I also enjoy integrating creativity and art when it feels helpful. No artistic experience is ever required—art is simply another way to express thoughts and emotions that can be difficult to put into words.

I have experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, emotional regulation, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, I'm committed to helping you feel heard, empowered, and equipped with practical tools that extend beyond our sessions.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 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
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. Christopher Robinson

Dr. Christopher Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I hold advanced training in positive psychology, which shapes how I think about growth, resilience, and what it truly means to flourish — not just cope.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bethany Post

Bethany Post

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I specialize in working with women who are struggling with infertility/pregnancy loss, and overall maternal/woman issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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
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 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Young

Tiffany Young

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I approach my role as a helper from a holistic, strength-based perspective – you are not your diagnosis, rather diagnosis plays a part in the "big picture."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nicole Gustafson

Nicole Gustafson

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I offer a blend of cognitive-behavioral and contemplative approaches to the counseling relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rhonda Madsen

Rhonda Madsen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • La Crosse, WI


I offer a unique blend of traditional mental health therapy and holistic approaches, including energy healing and other complementary practices when they align with a client's goals and interests. I believe that beneath life's challenges, past experiences, self-criticism, and the many roles we carry is a deeper, authentic part of ourselves that often gets overlooked or disconnected. My work is centered on helping clients better understand themselves, heal emotional wounds, reconnect with their inner strengths and wisdom, and create a life that feels more balanced, meaningful, and aligned with who they truly are. I strive to provide a compassionate, supportive space where clients can explore both practical solutions and deeper personal growth.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laura Wilcoxen

Laura Wilcoxen

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I combine practical coping tools with a gentle, curious space where you can slow down, feel understood, and reconnect with what matters most to you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Samantha Wildeman

Dr. Samantha Wildeman

Psychologist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I prefer a collaborative approach to therapy; working together to outline goals for treatment that are grounded in a shared understanding of the diagnosis and the evidence-based recommendations for treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicole Rodriguez-Medina

Nicole Rodriguez-Medina

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I understand the challenges you're facing, and I'm here to offer you support and guidance every step of the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Lohre

Katie Lohre

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Hi! Thanks for stopping by my profile! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin. I am warm, honest, and down to earth human. I work with clients who are navigating life and all its experiences, big and small, all are welcome. Some things I come across often are: anxiety, neurodivergence (all kinds), stress, burnout, life transitions, relationship concerns, and the emotional weight of trying to hold everything together during complicated times.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 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 6 insurance carriers
Jill Plaisted

Jill Plaisted

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I have been in the mental health/ counseling field for over 12 years, having worked in community and out­patient settings with AODA and mental health clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brandon Hunter

Brandon Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My goal is to meet you where you are, help you feel understood, and support you in becoming the version of yourself you're working toward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Derek Hefner

Derek Hefner

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My practice focuses on getting to the root of symptoms and helping bring out your strengths and maximize your supports.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
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
Connie Bode

Connie Bode

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Appleton, WI


“I like to help people move toward a life with living. I like people to be thinking and practicing between sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Margo Florez

Margo Florez

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I partner with clients to improve mental health, relationships, work, school, parenting and dependency on alcohol and substances.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claire Maillefer

Claire Maillefer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Milwaukee, WI


“I enjoy helping clients connect with their intuition, build trust in themselves, and recognize their capacity to move forward—even when things feel uncertain.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
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
Tara Mounts

Tara Mounts

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“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 8 insurance carriers
Neil Staplin

Neil Staplin

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I feel that most of the time you have the right answers already, and you just need someone to help you sort through it all!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Vivia Brown

Vivia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Taking the step to seek support isn’t easy, and I want to honor the courage it takes to be here. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Life Coach, and retired Army veteran who believes caring for your mental health is essential to living a balanced, fulfilling life. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves. I work with teens and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or major life transitions, and I strive to meet you with respect, compassion, and understanding.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maggie Garvey

Maggie Garvey

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe that everyone is capable of finding the answers and change within themselves, and that we are not meant to do this journey alone!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessie Richardson

Jessie Richardson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wauwatosa, WI


I’ve been providing individual, and group therapy services to ages 11 + for the last 5 years. I specialize in working with trauma, attachment disorders, AODA issues, ADHD, and chronic emotional dysregulation. I’m trained in a number of therapeutic approaches including DBT and practice from a relational-cultural framework.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaun Shambeau

Shaun Shambeau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenfield, WI


“I feel my job as a therapist is to give you mental health tools that you can use to help you on your life journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adam Hunt

Adam Hunt

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I focus on a compassionate, flexible approach, using evidence-based methods like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness to address unique client needs...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alex Williams

Alex Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brookfield, WI


I am passionate about helping clients create an understanding and confidence in their mental health journey. I have a Masters in Art Therapy and 5 years of mental health work within hospital systems and private practice settings. I specialize in LGBTQIA+, OCD, and Disordered Eating from ages 12 and up.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kayla Veness

Kayla Veness

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My goal is to create person centered sessions for you to achieve your individual goals as we work together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Julie Silverman

Julie Silverman

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based, integrating CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Geiser

Katie Geiser

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I am confident that between EMDR or more traditional talk therapy approaches, we can find ways for you to take back your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ash Rotonto

Ash Rotonto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Milwaukee, WI


“I believe that therapy is a powerful space to tend to the emotions (grief, pain, sadness, uncertainty) that might be holding you back from fully engaging in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Fuller

Matthew Fuller

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I empower patients by leaning on nonjudgmental, positive regard, building strong rapport and trust with patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Breanna Zold

Breanna Zold

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and insight-driven. I tailor therapy to each person's needs, helping you uncover patterns, build self-understanding, and create lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelsey Sustarsic

Kelsey Sustarsic

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I help others find clarity in the chaos, feel understood instead of judged, and finally reconnect to the version of themselves they have been missing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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