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LGBT therapists in Stamford, CT

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Stamford, CT

Finding a therapist who truly understands LGBTQIA experiences matters. In Stamford, Headway offers sessions with warm, solution-oriented providers ready to support your mental health journey. With 375 providers available and flexible scheduling, you can find the right fit for your needs while keeping costs manageable through insurance.

Barbara Sprague

Barbara Sprague

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“She is committed to providing a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all patients, including those who identify as LGBTQ+.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eitan Lidergot

Eitan Lidergot

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work collaboratively with people to better understand the patterns of behaviors, thoughts, or feelings that contribute to our distress and develop concrete skills to feel content and enjoy life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
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 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Izetta Briggs-Bolling

Dr. Izetta Briggs-Bolling

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a solution focused Harm Reduction therapist utilizing strength based, self empowerment treatment methods.”
LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hannah Bing

Hannah Bing

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I want you to know that I will never judge you and will create a safe space for you to be your most authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nadirah Langston

Nadirah Langston

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe the most important part of the therapeutic process is the connection between client and clinician.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Moran

Laura Moran

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I enjoy helping people be kinder to themselves, and to make better choices that move them toward achieving their goals in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 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
Donna Camerota

Donna Camerota

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have over 20 years of experiencing in helping people understand their individual situations and identify skills to manage not only for now but for future challenges as well.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kimberly Nelson

Kimberly Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My work blends clinical expertise with a warm, accepting stye, creating a supportive, safe, nonjudgemental space for validation and change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 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
Katherine Viara

Katherine Viara

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and collaborative space where clients feel safe to explore challenges and work toward meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brandon Guzman

Brandon Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Therapy is a space to feel heard, supported, and empowered. I offer a nonjudgmental environment where you can explore challenges, develop insight, and build the tools needed to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Chang

Jeffrey Chang

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Leading with curiosity, kindness, and compassion, my goal is to provide a space where you can express yourself freely and to teach practical skills that help you live life with confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Harrison

Michelle Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Clients will be able to self-reflect and break down their situations and focus on rebuilding to become the best versions of their selves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 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 14 insurance carriers
Amanda Aromatici

Amanda Aromatici

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I have a decade of experience in the field, varying from academic and judiciary settings to private and public agencies. I have been primarily focused on working with younger populations (teenagers to young adults) in individual and family work, however am open to all ages, genders, races, sexualities, and cultures.

I know trying to find the right fit can be a tedious and tiring process, I hope to be of help for as little or as long as we may collaborate together.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicole Kollanda

Nicole Kollanda

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm Nicole and I specialize in sex positive, trauma-informed therapy to provide a compassionate, tailored approach to each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsey Robinson

Chelsey Robinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Norwich, CT


Welcome to my practice! I have years of experience assisting clients utilize their strengths and overcome past traumas so live a more satisfying and fulfilling life with out carrying the burdens of their past. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and diagnoses over the years providing me a diverse array of experience. I bring humor to my practice but am not afraid to challenge my clients. I lead from a place of empathy and compassion with the ultimate goal of providing you the space to feel truly seen and heard for you are and not who you think you should be.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roberta Gelfand

Roberta Gelfand

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm direct, warm, and honest about what I see. I won't just reflect your words back at you — I'll help you understand where you came from well enough to stop being controlled by it.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 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
Alison C George

Alison C George

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


Professional background: I am a psychiatric nurse with over a decade of experience in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked with all ages. Educational background: I graduated from a hospital based nursing program and went on to get a master's in psychiatric nursing from the University of St. Joseph's. I have worked with clients with diagnoses ranging from schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, anxiety, autism, adhd, and substance use disorders.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Neophytos Papaneophytou

Dr. Neophytos Papaneophytou

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


See my website, or my "Psychology Today" page for further: DrNeo.US

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christie Fiori

Christie Fiori

Therapist

Virtual • Berlin, CT


“I aim to create a space that feels steady, supportive, and grounded—where your experiences are taken seriously and explored with care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Pauline Parkes

Pauline Parkes

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life, by applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques. If you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or your just ready to move in a new direction in your life. Live life, free your mind..


Amongst my areas of expertise are individual, couples and families; bereavement; anxiety and depression. My approach is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. My approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively addressing personal life challenges. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client,


At the core of my practice is my work with African Americans, addressing colorism and internalized racism and how it affect your interpersonal relationships. Helping clients recognize how the complexion of your skin plays a role in who you become, how you are viewed and how it affects your mood.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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 9 insurance carriers
Danielle Deramo

Danielle Deramo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work from an emotionally driven place. What that means is together we will explore your feelings & peel away the layers until we figure out what is happening inside to trigger these negative emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carly Bendzans

Carly Bendzans

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach blends thoughtful medication management with supportive therapy in a warm, collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jill Schlossberg

Jill Schlossberg

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have worked with clients who deal with issues related to trauma, substances use, depression, anxiety and codependency.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Andrada Mihaila

Dr. Andrada Mihaila

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal, grow, and move toward the life you truly want.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 9 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 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shanae Henley

Shanae Henley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client centered. I create a supportive space where you can feel seen and heard...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jane Frumberg

Jane Frumberg

Therapist

Virtual • Norwalk, CT


“I help teens and adults move through the pain of trauma, anxiety, depression, and overwhelm so they can finally feel like themselves again — calm, connected, and in control.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alexei Kasanzew

Dr. Alexei Kasanzew

Therapist

Virtual • Hamden, CT


I am a bilingual (Spanish) licensed mental health counselor with more than 25 years of experience helping adults and couples. My career began in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where I earned my PhD and worked as a licensed psychologist. After moving to the US, I completed a Master’s in mental health counseling at the University of Miami and became licensed to practice in Connecticut.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Allegra Straus

Allegra Straus

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Quality therapy is a reciprocal gift. It can be something we look forward to and leave with increased clarity feeling more at peace, equipped, motivated and self-aware.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amanda Calandro

Amanda Calandro

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


You deserve to feel heard, supported, and understood—and if you’re here, you’ve already taken a meaningful step toward change.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree from the University of Connecticut, specializing in mental health and substance use. I’ve worked with teens, adults, and families across a range of settings, including outpatient clinics, schools, home-based care, and virtual therapy.

I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, identity exploration, relationship stress, and major life transitions. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, stuck in patterns they can’t seem to shift, or exhausted from trying to manage everything on their own.

My approach is collaborative, direct when helpful, and grounded in compassion. I use evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care, but I tailor therapy to what actually fits your life—not just a model. We focus on what’s showing up for you right now, while also working toward longer-term stability and change.

Therapy with me is not about judgment or perfection. It’s a space to slow things down, understand what’s driving stress or emotional pain, and build practical tools that help you feel more steady and in control of your day-to-day life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alixzandria Tarnowsky

Alixzandria Tarnowsky

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I bring a deep understanding of the challenges faced by those in helping roles—whether you're a healthcare worker, first responder, therapist, educator, or anyone whose profession asks you to hold space for others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Pam Ingersoll

Pam Ingersoll

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a licensed clinical social worker and a school social worker with 30 years of experience in child, parenting, and family counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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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