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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Scottsdale, AZ

Finding culturally competent mental health support in Scottsdale is easier with Headway's network of open-minded providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ mental health. Sessions are flexible and often covered by insurance, with many clients saving up to 75% on care costs.

Jennifer Eastman

Jennifer Eastman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Scottsdale, AZ


“I invest time in truly hearing your story, what brought you here, what challenges you are working through, and which goals carry the most weight for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vanessa De Leon

Vanessa De Leon

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I bring a unique mix of energy, creativity, and empathy to my work, integrating mind, body, and spirit in the healing process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brenda Rojas

Brenda Rojas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe in a holistic model of care that considers the dynamic interplay between mind, body, and environment in achieving optimal mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Klueppel

Laura Klueppel

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I enjoy teaching all of the most effective techniques I have learned over the years, so that all of my clients feel like they are leaving with more knowledge and control over their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Akilah Martin

Akilah Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I use a combination of questions and reflections to progress the session and think of the counseling process as a collaboration between myself and each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Angela Walther

Angela Walther

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My biggest goal in the relationship with a client is providing services with safety, dignity and respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kayla Smith

Kayla Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Kayla, a licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in community mental health, recognized the profound disparities in access to mental health care within BIPOC communities. Inspired by a vision of creating a space where healing is both inclusive and affordable, she founded Helen’s Project with the belief that everyone deserves access to quality mental health support, regardless of their background or financial situation.​​Helen’s Project operates on the principle that culturally competent and empathetic mental health care is essential for holistic well-being. The organization collaborates with a diverse team of mental health professionals who not only possess clinical expertise but also understand the unique cultural nuances and challenges faced by the BIPOC community.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jena Jozwicki

Jena Jozwicki

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to fully express your needs, wants, and goals for therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Allen

Kristen Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Building a strong rapport is central to my practice, as I believe this foundation is essential for effective therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Linda Hydro

Linda Hydro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“With over 25 years in women's health and mental health care, I specialize in women's mental health from a place of deep clinical experience—not just theory.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexius Carter

Dr. Alexius Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“A client will always feel that I was 100% engage in the session and walk away feeling heard and validated.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Malisa Komolthiti

Malisa Komolthiti

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I am an easy-going psychotherapist with a sense of humor. I work with clients from diverse backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joseph Halloran

Joseph Halloran

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents and adults. My approach blends clinical expertise with a collaborative, patient-centered philosophy, I believe treatment works best when you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in your care.

I earned my graduate degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing from Northern Kentucky University and have experience treating a wide range of conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, trauma-related conditions, mood disorders, and medication management for complex psychiatric presentations. My background includes working with individuals navigating life transitions, high-achieving professionals experiencing burnout, and patients seeking thoughtful, personalized medication management.

I specialize in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management, with a focus on clarity, safety, and long-term stability. I aim to avoid overmedication while ensuring symptoms are effectively treated. When appropriate, I integrate supportive therapy techniques into sessions to help patients build insight, resilience, and practical coping strategies.

My practice is fully telehealth-based, allowing for convenient, private access to care. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable discussing what’s really going on — without judgment — and to work together toward meaningful, sustainable improvement in your mental health.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sam Barrons

Sam Barrons

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I specialize in working with LGBTQAI+ folks who are struggling with relationships, trauma, panic disorder, and social anxiety to go from feeling overwhelmed and disconnected to finding safety, calm, and confidence within themselves and their...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jean-Marie Schweizer

Jean-Marie Schweizer

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I work from an existential-humanistic perspective, focusing on individuals' meaning-making and recognizing their strive toward self-actualization.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Douglas

Andrea Douglas

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I bring a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring evidence-based methods like CBT, SFT, and trauma-informed care to fit each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Richard Lewallen

Richard Lewallen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe mental health is deeply connected to overall wellness, so my approach is holistic—addressing the mind, body, and spirit.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amy Rose Hesni, Lcsw

Amy Rose Hesni, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Arizona and Louisiana with over 17 years of experience in trauma-informed psychotherapy. I earned my Master of Social Work from Tulane University in 2008 and have worked across inpatient and outpatient treatment settings, university counseling, grief and bereavement care, and trauma-focused programs. I am EMDR trained (finalizing certification) and integrate CBT, DBT, IFS-informed parts work, somatic approaches, and mindfulness-based therapies.

I specialize in complex PTSD, sexual trauma, religious and spiritual trauma, attachment wounds, ADHD, anxiety, and shame-based relational patterns. Many of the individuals I work with are high-functioning on the outside but feel lost, fragmented, or deeply self-critical on the inside.

Clients often describe me as warm, loving, affirming, and validating. I also bring a teacher’s heart into the room. I believe understanding how trauma impacts the nervous system, relationships, and even women’s biological health helps reduce shame and restore clarity. I see therapy as sacred work. You are not a diagnosis to me; you are a whole person whose nervous system learned to survive.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Terrance Jackson

Dr. Terrance Jackson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


My name is Dr. Terrance Jackson, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am so glad you're considering working with me to explore your mental health and well-being

I specialize in anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, CBT therapy, and trauma-informed care. I’m committed to creating a non-judgmental, supportive, and safe space to work together to help you overcome challenges and achieve your personal goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Milena Abraha

Milena Abraha

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can show up fully—without judgment—and begin to build a stronger, more compassionate relationship with yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Deneice Wickens

Dr. Deneice Wickens

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


🚨 IMPORTANT BOOKING NOTE

Please email me before booking through Headway so I can help confirm the correct appointment type and availability.

📧 Email: [email protected]

📅 Calendar: https://calendar.app.google/mthW2bCyu8UjfChA9

Hi, I’m Dr. Deneice, DNP, MBA, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC. I am a doctoral-prepared, board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and owner of Eden Total Care.

I provide concierge-style virtual psychiatric care for young-feeling adults at any age who are navigating anxiety, depression, insomnia, PTSD, PMDD, ADHD, autism-related concerns, mood symptoms, emotional overwhelm, burnout, and diagnostic uncertainty.

My primary role is psychiatric evaluation and medication management. I also incorporate supportive therapy, life coaching, and holistic guidance when appropriate. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and properly treated — not rushed, dismissed, or reduced to a diagnosis.

Appointment Guide:

New clients: 40-minute initial assessment

Returning clients: 20-minute follow-up

40-minute follow-ups: provider-approved only based on clinical need

Please email or message me before booking an appointment to ensure availability. Limited appointment times are available, and emailing directly is the fastest way to get started.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Tapia

Matthew Tapia

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I bring together two distinct disciplines: the relational depth of individual and family therapy, and the science-backed precision of behavioral analysis.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shukairo Baker

Shukairo Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I firmly believe that the body heals with play, the mind heals with laughter, and the soul heals with joy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Crystal Thomson

Crystal Thomson

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe in the clients ability to make a change and that they all have strengths that can help them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sana Chunara

Sana Chunara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I combine evidence-based medication management with supportive, therapeutic conversation to help you feel heard and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarina Singhi

Sarina Singhi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


Guaranteed intake appointment within 3 days! Weekend and evening hours available. A provider you can reach directly, by text. Personal responses to all messages within 24 - 48 hours, always.

Thanks for reading this. I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who works with clients ages 6 to 86 struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, borderline personality disorder, substance abuse and other issues. For some clients, I provide both therapy and medication management; for other clients, I work closely with their therapists to optimize their medication experience. I help clients to find stability and reduce suffering. LGBTQ-allied, polyamory-informed. All lifestyles welcome.

Depression and anxiety can be logical responses to difficult life events. Many adults who experienced losses and traumas in childhood have never processed these events and continue to suffer their impacts.

Therapy should help you identify the ways you hold yourself back from greater peace and success. We all pick up dysfunctional patterns along the way and need help to identify and change them. I would like to help you in this process.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Victoria Omeri

Victoria Omeri

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tempe, AZ


“I am a holistic provider and try to help my patients see the bigger picture and improve their mental health, not only with medication management but with using a naturopathic approach as well.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Vickey Simmons-Hart

Vickey Simmons-Hart

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Therapy with me isn't about fixing you—it's about helping you reconnect to the parts of yourself that already know how to heal.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shukairo Baker

Dr. Shukairo Baker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


“My approach to providing care is holistic and client-centered, ensuring that each individual receives tailored support based on their unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marisa DiMartino

Marisa DiMartino

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I combine evidence-based practices like CBT and mindfulness-based interventions with a reflective, relational style that honors the whole person: mind, body, and spirit.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tracie Johnson-Wagner

Dr. Tracie Johnson-Wagner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


My priority is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and supported. With over 40 years in healthcare—including service as a former Navy Nurse Corps Officer and retired military veteran—I bring values of resilience, trust, and teamwork into every therapeutic relationship. I view care as a partnership and work to empower you to take an active role in your mental health.

Clinical Focus & Services

I provide pharmacotherapy (medication management) motivational interviewing, and other therapeutic modalities. We can assess during the first meeting if your treatment requires additional therapeutic support. I will provide a referral to a licensed therapist to ensure you receive comprehensive care. My practice supports:

  • ADHD (I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Support Provider)
  • College students with focus/concentration concerns,school overload, or interrelationship difficulties
  • OCD
  • Anxiety & Stress
  • Panic Disorder
  • Social Anxiety Disorder
  • Trauma
  • Mild to Moderate Depression
  • Interrelationship issues
  • Smoking cessation
  • Gambling addiction
  • Shop lifting addiction
  • Smoking Cessation
  • Alcohol Addiction
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kayleigh Lambert

Kayleigh Lambert

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I take a radical feminist and anti-capitalist approach to therapy, exploring the impact that oppression and discrimination has on one's mental health and well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Gentry

Lisa Gentry

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I'm an active therapist and tend towards a more direct approach- I try to be real with you and welcome you being real with me.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Tatiana Thompson

Tatiana Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I specialize in using EMDR and IFS-informed tools to help reprogram your blocking beliefs and habits so that you can finally create the life you've always wanted!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sandra Carothers

Sandra Carothers

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I love connecting with individual clients providing them with unconditional support so they can learn to accept themselves and create a wonderful life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Miller

Christina Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Hi, I’m Christina. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps teens, families, and adults navigate anxiety, trauma, and life’s high-stress seasons. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and supported — a place where you don’t have to hold it all together or figure things out alone.

In addition to private practice, I work in community crisis response, supporting individuals and families during difficult or overwhelming situations. This experience helps me stay calm, practical, and focused on what truly helps when life feels heavy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
April Shields

April Shields

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Therapy with me blends CBT, EMDR, mindful self-compassion, and somatic tools to support healing and resilience, so you can manage anxiety and burnout with confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
David Phelan

David Phelan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Litchfield Park, AZ


“After more than two decades providing mental health services, and with family members who have struggled with depression, anxiety, OCD, substance abuse and bipolar disorder, I know what it is like both personally and professionally to accompany...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Guylene Lucien

Dr. Guylene Lucien

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel empowered and respected throughout your healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sabrina Spotorno

Sabrina Spotorno

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I hold your story with gratitude and work from the premise that you already have the answers and vision for how to live your most authentic life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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