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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Homewood, IL

Homewood residents exploring gender and sexual identity can connect with affirming providers through Headway's network of 60K+ licensed professionals. Our open-minded team supports talk therapy and medication management with flexible virtual or in-person sessions. Many patients save up to 75% on care through insurance coverage, with some paying as low as $0 per session.

LaDonna Miller

LaDonna Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • South Holland, IL


“I would describe my style as warm and supportive, and I am ready to help you tackle your struggle head-on.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kenisha Davis

Kenisha Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.1 mi away • South Holland, IL


“You can expect to leave the session feeling understood, empowered, and with a clear roadmap for your journey toward better mental health and wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Douglas DeRhodes

Douglas DeRhodes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Western Springs, IL


“I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, wisdom and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Myriah Vargo

Myriah Vargo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“My treatment style matches your personality and symptoms, with my quick sense of humor and proven techniques that will maximize effectiveness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Hattie Stein

Hattie Stein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I specialize in therapy for men and enjoy helping my reflective, high achieving clients dig deeper and create more balance in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Amira Farrag

Dr. Amira Farrag

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I view therapy as a collaborative experience grounded in curiosity and authenticity. I tend to be a direct therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Daniel Stribling-Vergara

Daniel Stribling-Vergara

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My approach is promotes the mind-body connection, empowering my clients to live an embodied and fulfilled life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Selph

Elizabeth Selph

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Chicago, IL


“We focus on your lived experience. We go beyond talking about problems. We notice how old patterns show up in your life now.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Logan Stohle

Dr. Logan Stohle

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I approach sessions with curiosity, about the contents of your life and also about what might be happening between us in the room.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mallory Cybulski

Mallory Cybulski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I'm real, relatable, and really good at giving advice. I offer therapeutic expertise that not only draws from the best practices in my field, but also from the TikTok therapists I've listened to and the experiences I've been through.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Reifenberg

Alexandra Reifenberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Chicago, IL


As a therapist dedicated to inner growth, I offer a space where we can delve into the parts of you that are intriguing and challenging. I draw from EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Attachment-Based approaches, and Mindfulness to support your journey. By integrating these methods, we'll explore the mind-body-spirit connection, and seek to understand the root causes of your struggles as opposed to just managing symptoms.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Maggie Zofkie

Maggie Zofkie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“I believe clients who are willing to show up honestly, even when it feels uncomfortable, will get the most out of their therapy experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rae Reed

Rae Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a space to explore ingrained habits in relationships, to build trust that allows you to feel your emotions and learn new healthy habits.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Zoeniche Carpenter

Zoeniche Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Westmont, IL


“With years of working in various settings such as community outreach programs, domestic violence shelters, and health department programs, I engage in treatment with a trauma-focused and person-centered lens.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nyela Fisher-MALONE

Nyela Fisher-MALONE

Therapist

In-person • 22 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Strength-based treatment works for adults because it empowers them, builds resilience, increases motivation and hope...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Hardik Kotak

Hardik Kotak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I am a queer, immigrant, gender non-conforming therapist focusing on trauma, identity-struggles, neurodiversity and personality disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fanisha Calvert

Fanisha Calvert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Oak Brook, IL


“At every therapy session, we work together to explore your emotional experiences as well as the thoughts and behaviors that may be holding you back from living the life you desire.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ellysia Price

Ellysia Price

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I am a neurodivergent and queer therapist and social worker, and am passionate about using connection and authenticity to promote healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicole Wiesman

Nicole Wiesman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Downers Grove, IL


“I'm a therapist who believes our work together should feel like a real connection, not a clinical checklist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Habibat Owolabi

Habibat Owolabi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Naperville, IL


“Clients describe my style as warm, approachable, and empowering. Together, we'll work toward growth, healing, and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brian Pelletier

Brian Pelletier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I take a collaborative approach with each client whether you are processing your emotions through talk therapy or participating in exposure therapy...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Pearson

Lisa Pearson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bourbonnais, IL


“It's a priority of mine that each individual I meet with leaves a session feeling heard, respected, and their feelings validated.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tamara Denton

Dr. Tamara Denton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Woodridge, IL


“I feel an important factor to success is building a safe environment and trusting relationship between the counselor and client.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Loreta Stavskiene

Loreta Stavskiene

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Bolingbrook, IL


“My experience is in eating disorders, self-harm, substance/alcohol addictions, trauma, BPD, anxiety and depression.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tobiloba Adewolu

Tobiloba Adewolu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“I provide compassionate, patient-centered care, tailoring evidence-based treatments to each individual's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lonny Levin

Lonny Levin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“I've been there, too. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to share your struggles and to work together on finding ways to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Kasey Huff

Dr. Kasey Huff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Naperville, IL


“I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your innermost self including your passion, beliefs, motivation, historical challenges and emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Laila Ashkazari

Laila Ashkazari

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“Laila's clinical approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected to enact change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sajdah Uddin

Sajdah Uddin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I meet you where you are- with compassion and curiosity to help you reconnect with your authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Bobrow

Jacob Bobrow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lincolnwood, IL


“I believe healing is about aligning mind, body, and daily life with the future you deserve and the goals you seek to achieve.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jessica Mascenic

Jessica Mascenic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mount Prospect, IL


“Most of my work centers around mindfulness awareness and practices in addition to utilizing art as therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Schupbach

Hannah Schupbach

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work from a person-centered and relational approach. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship between my clients and myself is key for success.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caitlin Crissey

Caitlin Crissey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Elmhurst, IL


“I use a number of different therapeutic modalities with clients as I assess the best approach for each individual.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Hall

Michelle Hall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • North Aurora, IL


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I integrate CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing to help clients recognize patterns, build effective coping skills, and create lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lauren Howard

Lauren Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Northbrook, IL


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I take a grounded, practical approach—helping clients learn to ride life's waves instead of fighting against them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Aleks Kico

Aleks Kico

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Inverness, IL


“Therapy, at its best, is not about blame or quick fixes, it's about clarity, responsibility, and learning how to move forward with strength and purpose.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Donna Newbold

Donna Newbold

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Charles, IL


“I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist who offers a safe and inclusive space to process what is holding you back from your best life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Barrington, IL


“I believe everyone has the inner strength to grow and thrive. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in compassion and evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mihaela Vladu

Mihaela Vladu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Gurnee, IL


Thank you for taking the first step in sharing your story—your Mental Health Matters, and you deserve to be heard, supported, and understood.

Welcome to Integrated Family Behavioral Health & Counseling PLLC! I'm Mihaela Vladu, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16+ years of experience in healthcare, dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting mental wellness and regain control of their lives.

I provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care in a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My approach focuses on treating the whole person—not just symptoms—while working collaboratively with you to reach your goals.

I specialize in working with a diverse range of individuals, including younger/older adults, children aged 6 and up, women dealing specifically with trauma and abuse, and veterans, as well as active-duty personnel experiencing PTSD. As a certified ADHD specialist, I provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to help individuals improve focus and daily functioning. I also have extensive experience treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, panic disorder, OCD, and other complex mental health conditions.

Areas of Expertise:

• Dual-Diagnosis Care (SUD + mood/anxiety​/​psychotic disorders)

• MAT: Buprenorphine​/​Suboxone inductions & maintenance; relapse-prevention planning

• Alcohol​/​Opioid Withdrawal & Detox protocols (court order MAT program, inpatient, outpatient, and halfway houses)

• Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis

• Residential​/​PHP​/​IOP programmed care & step-down planning

• Trauma-informed care, veteran populations, and complex comorbidity

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Susan Walsh

Susan Walsh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Ottawa, IL


“I don't believe in one-size-fits-all treatment. I take time to understand what's really going on beneath the surface and partner with you to create a plan that feels realistic and effective.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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