

Find affirming mental health support in San Jose with 2,452 licensed providers who understand LGBTQIA+ experiences. Headway connects you with warm, open-minded therapists offering virtual and in-person sessions, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.
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I’m Bechael S. Harris, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 27 years of nursing experience. I provide care for adults and older adults navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other mental health concerns. My practice blends compassion, evidence-based treatment, and a commitment to helping each person feel heard, valued, and supported.
Life can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re juggling high expectations, major transitions, or the constant pressure to show up perfectly in every role you play.
I specialize in supporting teenagers, young professionals, and adults who struggle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and navigating life’s many changes.
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
I commit to supporting your growth whilst challenging your outdated defense mechanisms. Old patterns got you this far, and my Gestalt training allows me to see your obstacles as creative adjustments. I will empower you to choose, consciously, what works and what works no longer.
My name is Gerardo Salinas. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social worker and therapist for more than 13 years. I have worked with adults, youth, and families from varied life experiences. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds.
My goal is to provide a space that feels warm, non-judgmental and more importantly helpful. I work with adults, adolescents and adults who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and many of the other effects and challenges.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting adults who care for their loved ones, particularly those struggling with grief, stress, and navigating the complexities of conflicting cultural expectations.


Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in San Jose starts with getting clear on what you want to focus on. That could be navigating coming out, exploring gender identity, processing anxiety or depression, or working through relationship dynamics. Look for a licensed provider — such as an LMFT, LCSW, psychologist, or psychiatrist — who lists LGBTQIA+ concerns as a specialty and describes an affirming approach in their bio.
San Jose and the broader Santa Clara County area are home to a large and diverse LGBTQIA+ community, and many providers in the region have specific training in areas like minority stress, identity exploration, and intersectionality. A free phone consultation can help you gauge whether a provider's style and experience feel like the right match before you commit to a session.
Therapy in San Jose can be expensive, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce what you pay out of pocket. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before booking, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find an affirming provider who accepts your coverage.
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