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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in California
Find culturally competent mental health support in California through Headway's network of 2,393 warm and empowering providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ care. Sessions are available within days, covered by insurance, with average savings of 75% on therapy costs.
“I strive to always be calm, warm, and nurturing with my clients. I also provide clients with exercises, insights, and strategies so that they can truly grow and transform.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to help you build a healthier relationship with your thoughts and find deep meaning in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My own mental health journey was aided by the help of some amazing mental health professionals, and since that time I have been working towards helping others understand themselves in the way that I was helped.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I would like to help clients create a deeper understanding of self in relation to lived experience, current environment and interpersonal relationships...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My goal is to provide a supportive, respectful space where you feel heard and understood, while also helping you develop practical tools to move forward in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I have ten years of clinical experience treating post traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety. I also specialize in LBGTQ+ issues, issues of identity, and navigating major life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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“My style is grounded and direct—I'm not going to tiptoe around things or give you therapist-speak when straight talk will do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Wide range of approaches depending on the client's needs. I have used many types of approaches over the years.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help my clients achieve a greater self-awareness, self-acceptance, and be able to find ways to develop personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am especially effective with kids/teens, helping families implement clear boundaries and age appropriate responsibilities & privileges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am committed to offering therapy that is inclusive, culturally responsive, and affirming of all forms of diversity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm a first generation Latinx/e, bilingual, and LGBTQ+ affirming therapist creating space for clients to experience radical self-compassion...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is an essential healing component of therapy and provides the foundation from which growth and self-healing occurs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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“I believe that everyone deserves to live a full life, and I am passionately committed to assisting each person on their unique mental health journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist, my work centers queer and transgender preteens, teens, and adults, as well as individuals with current or past foster care involvement. My clients may be feeling overwhelmed, questioning their identity, or don't know where to start with therapy. I can support you by helping you notice patterns and build trust in your own process.
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I want you to feel supported, heard, and safe as you choose to leave behind fear, trauma, and anxiety, and step into the belief that life can change for the better.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I have a special passion for working with artists and creative professionals as they wrestle with fears, fantasies, depressions, manias, and all the challenges not only of making art but of making a living through art.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I've built my practice around creating a space where people feel genuinely heard — whether you're navigating a difficult season of life, working through early childhood trauma, or just trying to feel more like yourself again.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in being genuine and honest in treatment. My goal is for you to feel like you can show up, just as you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“A Non judgement environment, client and therapist collaborate to formulate a treatment plan based on clients needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My commitment is to provide clients with a safe and compassionate space, where they are met with genuine warmth and empathy in a judgment-free environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I provide support to survivors of traumatic experiences, individuals who have experienced a loss or separation from a loved one, as well as those suffering from depression and anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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“For 10+ years, I have sought to improve the lives of youth struggling with issues as varied as housing displacement, gender identity, suicidal ideation, & anger management...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I blend clinical expertise with a warm, collaborative approach. I specialize in trauma-informed and LGBTQ+-affirming therapy, ensuring our work honors your unique identity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I help clients who are struggling with OCD, depression, perinatal stress, grief and loss, body dysmorphia, bipolar disorder, and anxiety with evidence-based therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Im solution focused and holistic therapist and love to guide people to the happiest version of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person's unique needs and strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you embrace the changes in your life and empower you to move forward with confidence and clarity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“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
“I am a California, Connecticut, and South Dakota licensed therapist who is trained in EMDR and specializes in treating trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I provide a supportive, open, and compassionate space where clients feel heard, respected, and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe everyone has the ability to heal and grow, and my role is to create a safe, affirming space where that process feels possible.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I integrate evidence-based practices with a warm, relational style, so sessions feel like a safe space you look forward to joining.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I practice total honesty, radical empathy, authentic eye-to-eye human connection instead of an expert/client power differential...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe my clients hold the answers and I am privileged to accompany them in their journey to unlock them...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Finding the problems is the first step, then finding alternatives to the trouble those problems bring with them, thereby finding release and agency to change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Since 2010, I have worked with children to older adults from many different backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles and careers. Before dedicating my life to psychology, I worked in medicine and multiple other professions. Along with my California Doctoral education, I was also educated in England, Austria, France, Switzerland and New Zealand. I am originally from Wisconsin.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist and an Addictions Counselor with 45 years of experience...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“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 5 insurance carriers
I have 40 years experience in the mental health field in multiple roles, I believe listening and believing in the person is the most important way to practice therapy.
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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