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LGBT therapists in Lake Forest, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lake Forest, CA

Finding affirming mental health care in Lake Forest is now accessible through Headway's diverse network of open-minded providers. Whether you're exploring identity, managing relationships, or addressing life transitions, our providers offer evidence-based therapy and medication management with authentic support. Sessions are flexible, covered by insurance, and available within two weeks.

Amy Klein-Zeff

Amy Klein-Zeff

Therapist

Virtual • Woodland Hills, CA


As a therapist I'm here for you. It seems brave to me make a decision to come to therapy. My part is to listen and without judgment or personal agenda and to be effective in your needs and wants. Of course, I also need to be aware of the legals and ethicals of therapy. I attended Sarah Lawrence College and Harvard University for my BA, and Phillips Graduate Institute for my MA.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Joseph

Tara Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I guide clients in healing past wounds, overcoming challenges, and building healthier relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tori Dang

Tori Dang

Therapist

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chelsea Mazzulo

Chelsea Mazzulo

Therapist

Virtual • California


It is okay to not be okay! Whether it be depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, sexuality or life transitions, we can create a space for healing to begin.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters in Clinical Psychology. For ten years I have provided individual, family, and group therapy in hospital settings, residential treatment centers, and outpatient treatment centers.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathleen Cone

Kathleen Cone

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own healing journey has taught me firsthand the peace and freedom that come from facing pain with courage and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cylest Lyles

Cylest Lyles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and person-centered, often using CBT and creative coping strategies to help clients better understand their thoughts and emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Barbara Kenerson

Barbara Kenerson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orange, CA


“My approach is thoughtful, evidence-based, and personalized—focusing on long-term stability and emotional clarity through a carefully tailored treatment plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jacob Grant

Jacob Grant

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Barbara, CA


“I am a Licensed Therapist trained in EMDR, TFCBT, Art Therapy, and currently pursuing certification in Somatic Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christine Moore

Christine Moore

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that through the process of developing insight and awareness into issues and behaviors, I can in turn help clients to better manage their symptoms and develop coping mechanisms which enable them to lead more enjoyable and gratifying lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wenjin Liu

Wenjin Liu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Believing in human resilience, autonomy, and complexity, I use a holistic, trauma-focused and culturally sensitive approach...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kelli Redfield

Kelli Redfield

Therapist

Virtual • Escondido, CA


“I specialize in trauma, Somatic Integration, and supporting folks who feel a little "too much" for the world—creative, curious, quirky souls navigating complex emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Chioma Ahaiwe

Dr. Chioma Ahaiwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“We listen, empathize and acknowledge your concerns. We utilize biopsychosocial model in all our assessments, evaluations and evidence-based practice for a better patient outcome.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jose Carranza

Jose Carranza

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi there, my name is Jose Carranza, LFMT, maneuvering through life and work with thoughtful intention and an open heart. I have approximately a decade of experience working in the mental health field and about 5 years practicing as a therapist. I'm certified in Trauma-Focused CBT and have lengthy experience working with mood, behavioral, and developmental disorders.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Oliveira

Shannon Oliveira

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to meet clients where they are at emotionally, and provide support so they feel comfortable to open up...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Daniel Perez

Daniel Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My experience includes substance abuse counseling, court referrals, dual diagnoses, and assisting veterans and their families with readjustment from military life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Desiree Hughes

Desiree Hughes

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I am a clinical psychologist with specialized training in trauma and relational modalities. We may be a good fit if you: • Value insight and depth. • Are curious about yourself and want to understand the "why". • Intuitively know that lasting change requires real work—and are ready for it. Reach out to me for a free 15 min. consultation today.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Hanna Yi

Hanna Yi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm especially attuned to questions of identity, belonging, and the ways family, culture, and history shape how we relate to ourselves and others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Blanca Rondon

Dr. Blanca Rondon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take pride in fully supporting our LGBTQ+ community and Veteran populations with their unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Robert Hirsch

Robert Hirsch

Psychologist

Virtual • Palm Springs, CA


“I view my work as a collaborative process where I join my client in defining and moving toward his or her goals and individual journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Penelope Rayas

Penelope Rayas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am trained in psychodynamic theory and use a variety of body oriented, insight oriented, holistic and interpersonal approaches.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cristine Vita

Cristine Vita

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm warm, collaborative, and not a "blank-slate therapist." I bring my whole authentic self in the hopes that you will too.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Broomfield

Jennifer Broomfield

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can finally exhale, a space where you do not have to perform, explain away your feelings, or pretend you are okay when you are not.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolina Eberhard Veira

Carolina Eberhard Veira

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is centered around creating a safe, supportive space where we can collaborate to identify and work towards goals that truly matter to you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aspen Kling

Aspen Kling

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach blends practical, evidence-based tools with space to slow down, reflect, and make sense of what's going on beneath the surface.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vickie Medina

Vickie Medina

Therapist

Virtual • Ventura, CA


“I believe therapy should feel safe, collaborative, and empowering. Supporting emotional healing and identity development is deeply meaningful to me.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Reina Foxworthy

Reina Foxworthy

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been in practice for over ten years. I help Gen Zers and Millennials to manage the overwhelming anxiety and stress that the fast-paced world of today causes. Whether the ever-evolving world is making it difficult for you to navigate the challenges of anxiety, depression, parenthood, work pressures, romantic partnerships, emotional trauma, or interpersonal relationships, I am prepared to aid in rebuilding your confidence and developing a powerful toolkit for combatting mental health blocks.

As a proud Mexican woman, it’s important to me to provide a space for marginalized groups to feel understood and validated. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and deeply passionate about supporting the queer community with compassion and empathy. I am also sex-positive and have helped many of my clients overcome barriers and concerns regarding sex and physical intimacy.

I graduated from California State University Dominguez Hills with a Master’s Degree in Marital and Family Therapy in 2016. I began seeing clients in 2014, and in the years since, I have worked in substance abuse programs, behavioral health hospitals, intensive outpatient programs, and numerous group practices. Today, I enjoy managing my own practice and seeing my clients thrive as they tackle treatment goals. I am located in Los Angeles and am exclusively offering virtual therapy at this time, making it convenient for you to meet for your sessions in the comfort of your chosen space.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frankee Carlin

Frankee Carlin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a therapist with lived experience, I firmly believe that life is hard and that American capitalist/colonialist society does little to provide people with the tools needed to thrive.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Joy Berkheimer

Dr. Joy Berkheimer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Dr. Joy's goal is to support clients in reconnecting with their inner clarity and capacity for pleasure, agency, and authentic connection.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Corina Rains

Corina Rains

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“Clients can expect an open and transparent first session designed to build a trusting relationship between the client and the therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Phillip Guttmann

Phillip Guttmann

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


I specialize in helping clients navigating trauma, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, & much more. I earned my MSW from New York University in 2011 and have worked as a forensic social worker in NYC at The Legal Aid Society & have also worked with Gay Men's Health Crisis, Services for the Underserved, Footsteps & Office of the Appellate Defender. I moved to Los Angeles in 2017 and have been in private practice since 2018.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Funmi Igbinigie

Funmi Igbinigie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I understand that mental health struggles can often feel isolated, and I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable sharing and exploring your concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Searles

Theresa Searles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to work with my clients to increase self-empowerment and learn new tools to overcome life challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudia Franzosi

Claudia Franzosi

Therapist

Virtual • California


Neurodivergent, Autism Spectrum,ADHD,Social anxiety, LGBTQIA+: I can help!

Welcome! With the supportive help of an experienced, "seasoned" therapist, we will take action towards the change you need to make. I will hold your hand and hold you accountable, with the right dose of support, guidance, and humor.

I trained as a psychotherapist in European and American Universities. I use effective, science based approaches.

If you do not find availability in my calendar, please contact me directly at [email protected].

Questions? Text/call me at 415-48-EARTH; 415-483-2784

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Mariam Esfahani

Dr. Mariam Esfahani

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Dr. Mariam Esfahani, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Doctorate in Psychology. With nearly two decades of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping adolescents and adults navigate trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. I also specialize in couples therapy, guiding partners toward healthier communication, connection, and conflict resolution.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Allen

Alisha Allen

Therapist

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“As a neurodivergent clinician, I understand how exhausting it can be to mask, over-function, or feel misunderstood in spaces that weren't built with your needs in mind.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jacqueline Parada

Dr. Jacqueline Parada

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and respect for each client's unique journey. I believe that effective mental health care begins with building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship in a safe, nonjudgmental space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ronnae Beech

Ronnae Beech

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with a lot of people on the spectrum, with depression, with anxiety, with OCD— as I'm able to relate and guide from my own experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Justin Sundgot-Smith

Justin Sundgot-Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“I use an eclectic mix of different therapeutic styles, but I am namely oriented towards acceptance based approaches which incorporate mindful based somatic awareness, values alignment, and compassion focused.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lane McConnell

Lane McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe successful therapy works best when there is a positive empathetic working relationship between the client & therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dean Wright

Dean Wright

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I come with an existentialist approach to the therapeutic room which means I am trying to help my clients find meaning in the change they seek.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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