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LGBT therapists in Danbury, CT

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Danbury, CT

Finding culturally affirming mental health care in Danbury is now easier with Headway's expansive network. Our 346 providers include specialists experienced with LGBTQIA mental health, offering flexible talk therapy and medication management options. The average client saves 75% on sessions through insurance coverage, with some paying as low as $0 per visit.

Dr. Juan-David Rivera-Del Valle

Dr. Juan-David Rivera-Del Valle

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a bilingual Latinx POC clinician with extensive education, training, and clinical experience in psychotherapy and social work.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Davidson

Megan Davidson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe taking care of your mental health is one of the most important investments you can make in your life. Reaching out for support can feel intimidating, so if you’re here, you’ve already taken a meaningful first step. I’ve worked in the mental health field for over a decade and specialize in supporting adults who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mamata Hotha

Mamata Hotha

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to help you adjust to your new 'normal' and to restore your mental health to a place where you can cope and function effectively regardless of circumstances.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcie Carlson

Marcie Carlson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Using an integrative approach (drawing from multiple treatment modalities to best meet your individual needs)...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Pegnataro

Justin Pegnataro

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Currently accepting new clients. Are you seeking a natural path to healing and vitality in your life? It's my passion to help you live your one wild and precious life to its fullest. I help clients remember who they are, how to find their power and learn how to bring it as a gift to the world. Through the process of personal exploration, healing in nature and building healthy relationships, I can help you experience more vitality, purpose and meaning in your life.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teresa Kennedy

Teresa Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My therapy approach is solution focused. I need to know what the problems are yet we don't stay focused on the problems.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Justin Parsley

Justin Parsley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe in providing a safe, judgment free environment of compassion, support, and unconditional positive regard to help my clients overcome obstacles in their lives so that they can move forward and thrive.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kathryn Buncher

Kathryn Buncher

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in working with neurodivergent people, people with cognitive or physical disabilities and their family members/care-givers.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lillian Osaigbovo, Lcsw

Lillian Osaigbovo, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As an ally who stands in solidarity with refugees and immigrants of any status, she focuses on cultural sensitivity, accommodating the differing values and attitudes of diverse populations and cultures.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Lyndsey Masters

Lyndsey Masters

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I provide an affirming, non-judgmental space specializing in trauma, kink, non-monogamy, neurodivergence, and queer issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenny Ketterer

Jenny Ketterer

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like teamwork. We'll explore what's been weighing on you, identify patterns, and find strategies that actually fit your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yvonne Heim

Yvonne Heim

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I help clients learn how they can take control over their mental health rather than their mental health having control over them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gaby Arifin

Gaby Arifin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a first-generation, Asian American, queer mental health therapist providing therapy for adults and young adults. I specialize in depression, anxiety, self-worth, family and relationship concerns, identity exploration, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, and stress. I offer culturally responsive and affirming care for diverse clients.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Scott Trefny

Scott Trefny

Therapist

Virtual • Sandy Hook, CT


“I will build trust with you in a completely open non judgmental way. We will make a plan together toward improving your ability to make progress...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jen James

Jen James

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use a strengths-based approach and use top line evidence-based methods to help clients develop new skills and transform what no longer serves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tracey Bourne

Tracey Bourne

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Tracey Bourne is a LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) in Florida and Massachusetts,

an LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) in California

and an LPC Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut.

She obtained a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Webster University. Tracey completed a two year post- graduate internship with a long term residential treatment program, focusing on co-occurring disorders and trauma.

Additional areas of research include the treatment of anxiety disorders and developmental trauma in adults and the impact on functioning and relationships.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nikki Katz

Nikki Katz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Therapy with me is collaborative, calming, & restorative. We work together using skills systems including DBT, CBT, & ACT...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheryl Sonilal

Cheryl Sonilal

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As a woman of a color and a first-generation American with my own personal life challenges both in childhood and adulthood, my empathetic essence is honest and genuine when working with my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Crowley

Samantha Crowley

Therapist

Virtual • Plainville, CT


“I feel passionately about working with highly sensitive people, you know, the deep feelers in the world, those who hold cycle-breaking experiences, and/or those who identify as neurodivergent.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aida Valerio

Aida Valerio

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a bilingual and bicultural therapist and when I work with individuals or families, I think about how systems impact race, racism, and gender identity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jackson Monarca

Jackson Monarca

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


My name is Jackson and I am a transgender man working as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Connecticut. I specialize in working with the LGBT+ community and those with complex trauma. Other topics relevant to my experience include crisis/suicidality, HIV, homelessness, substance use/addiction, harm reduction, and neurodivergence.

I also offer consultation sessions for mental health letters of support for gender affirming care (hormone therapy, surgery, hair removal, etc). I use WPATH standards of care to assess your situation and will provide a letter of support and/or help you to create a plan for further support if we identify any concerns. Keep in mind different doctors/insurances/states have differing laws regarding these letters and I may need to do research prior to writing your letter to ensure we do so correctly.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helena Morris

Helena Morris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I approach my work from a person-centered model, acknowledging inner strength of people I worked with, helping them reach their most mental health state of mind through medication and therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Steve A Johnson

Dr. Steve A Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have dedicated my life as a therapist to helping individuals live the life they desire based on the values important to them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nina Gilbert

Nina Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am interactive, collaborative to bring new perspectives to entrenched thinking and practical approaches to persistent problems.”
LGBTQIA+, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Douglas Zelisko

Dr. Douglas Zelisko

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • West Hartford, CT


I am Dr. Douglas Zelisko (often affectionately referred to as "Dr. Z"), a Board-Certified Psychiatrist dedicated to holistic and integrative mental health care. My educational background includes degrees from Amherst College and St. George's University School of Medicine, followed by a Psychiatry residency at the UConn School of Medicine.

I specialize in treating adults with a wide range of issues, specifically:

  • Anxiety and Depression
  • Trauma
  • Grief and Loss
  • Relationship Issues
  • Focus / ADHD
  • Physical ailments related to mental health

My practice is unique in that I combine traditional psychiatric expertise with holistic methods to treat the "whole you"—mind, body, and spirit—rather than just addressing symptoms.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Vanderberg

Jessica Vanderberg

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My practice is neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed, and rooted in a deep respect for the complexity of family systems, culture, and identity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Karabeinikoff

Caroline Karabeinikoff

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My therapeutic approach is warm, person-centered, and affirming. I aim to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to express their thoughts and feelings...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Theresa Twum

Theresa Twum

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Experience working at both inpatient and outpatient setting including children psychiatric inpatient, juvenile justice for incarcerated boys and girls, and sex trafficked victims.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Devika Dibya Choudhuri

Dr. Devika Dibya Choudhuri

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I typically use EMDR as a modality and incorporate brain-based and body psychotherapies in conjunction with attachment-focused therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Rosenfeld

Paula Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am the the kind of clinician who will utilize real life references and examples of how the interventions work, I am transparent, non judgmental and will share with you the exact intent of my interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristin Belmonte

Kristin Belmonte

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I really believe that there is no one size fits all when it comes to therapy, and my style is both grounded and insightful.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maja Witwicka

Maja Witwicka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Haven, CT


“I will actively listen to you in a space where there is no judgement and utilize my knowledge and clinical experience to find a creative solution to make sure your needs are met.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kristen Crossen

Kristen Crossen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


As a board certified psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. I've been practicing for 15 years, and my main focus is to help alleviate your pain, whether it be from depression, anxiety, trauma, or dissociation. I've excelled myself in and places great value on serving clients from diverse racial, gender, and sexual backgrounds. I am Deaf and fluent in American Sign Language.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Syrita Braswell-O'Neal

Syrita Braswell-O'Neal

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm a relational, insight-oriented therapist who believes healing happens through authenticity, safety, and meaningful connection.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Latonya Pete

Latonya Pete

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As a licensed Social Worker with over 12 years of experience in Social Services I am able to provide profound compassion, empathy, and relatability.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Rogers

Stephanie Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Looking for a therapist who's real, not robotic? I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of clinical experience working with kids, teens, young adults, parents/guardians and families.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Galit Hershkovich

Galit Hershkovich

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am your partner in your journey, who offers a safe space to understand, assess & adjust choices, decisions, and deep feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Allison Wilcox

Allison Wilcox

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have a strong background in trauma focused and substance use work and have worked with clients from many cultures and backgrounds.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yulan Menzie-Hackney

Yulan Menzie-Hackney

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that therapy is a journey - a space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marissa Engel

Marissa Engel

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Therapy doesn't have to feel cold or clinical. I offer a supportive, honest, and affirming space where you don't have to mask or explain yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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