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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Rockford, IL

LGBTQIA+ mental health support in Rockford is accessible through Headway's inclusive platform. Connect with warm, empowering providers who bring creative approaches to your mental wellness, with free consultations and availability as soon as next day.

Rebecca Villegas

Rebecca Villegas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a warm-hearted, witty soul, deeply passionate about mental health advocacy, working with people in understanding their minds, behaviors, hearts, and the overall human experience we live day by day.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kenneth Vick

Kenneth Vick

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lauren Appelson

Lauren Appelson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have a particular interest treating OCD and Complex anxiety as well as significant experience using Expressive Arts Therapy in my services.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Nielsen

Kevin Nielsen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is somatic and process-oriented, integrating EMDR with a focus on awareness of the body and nervous system.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tosheta Brown-Greenfield

Tosheta Brown-Greenfield

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Calumet City, IL


“I am passionate about helping people take control of their mental health and achieve wellness in a supportive, compassionate environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Maricarmella Baker

Maricarmella Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapy focuses on providing compassionate, direct, personalized care using a warm, emphatic and interactive approach to counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ella Petersen

Ella Petersen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm warm, honest, and deeply curious. I believe healing happens when we feel truly seen — and I genuinely want to see you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Allyn Daly

Allyn Daly

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect sessions to center on and affirm their lived experiences, needs, and empowerment of their identities, abilities, and bodies.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Brower

James Brower

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I create a space that feels warm, relaxed, and real. Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up with me.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amy Ryan

Amy Ryan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I believe that change and growth happen within a safe and secure relationship. I see symptoms as meaningful, often serving a deeper purpose, and I approach them with curiosity and compassion to help you explore what they may be trying to communicate.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jamia Walker

Jamia Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I truly believe that everyone is the expert of their life and has an individualized journey tailored specifically for them!”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amber Drake

Amber Drake

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I love to empower my clients to move towards the things, passions and people that are meaningful in their life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rae Reed

Rae Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 14 insurance carriers
Mary Madsen-Heskin

Mary Madsen-Heskin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is eclectic, holistic, and person-centered... an opportunity to have a guide along the way to positive and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carla Pate-Dohrman

Carla Pate-Dohrman

Therapist

Virtual • St. Charles, IL


“I enjoy working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, emotion expression, and other life challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Iva Andonovska

Iva Andonovska

Therapist

Virtual • Westmont, IL


“In our sessions, we will work collaboratively on identifying and removing barriers to healing and healthy habit formation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nancy Bielawski

Nancy Bielawski

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My goal as a counselor is to create a supportive therapeutic environment in which my clients can begin to understand their feelings, while discovering the barriers that limit their full potential.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashley Starwood

Ashley Starwood

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Self-discovery is a journey that many people find themselves struggling to understand... I want to help you find the love and the light within your relationships and self in order to help you create and mold a better YOU.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Cherie Winston Borkorm

Dr. Cherie Winston Borkorm

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Shorewood, IL


“Cherie brings a unique, professional, holistic approach which incorporates both physical and mental treatment into a specific individualize plan for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Gina Dunphy

Gina Dunphy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With 35 years in the social work field, including work in schools and the past 6 years in private practice, I bring a calm, supportive presence to the people I work with.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Darrick Melton

Darrick Melton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work to establish a therapeutic environment so that clients know that they have a safe space to be themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Bradley DuBois

Bradley DuBois

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I'm Brad and I'm a therapist in North Austin who specializes in treating PTSD, depression, and anxiety. My style has been described as compassionate, mindful, and relational. My primary modality is Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), a structured intervention which treats PTSD by challenging unproductive beliefs generated by the traumatic event.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aaron Testard

Aaron Testard

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and therapy is most effective when it honors your unique experiences and strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chelsea Cooper

Dr. Chelsea Cooper

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy is a unique experience for each individual and it is my goal to make each person feel seen and heard.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kyle Brand Padilla

Kyle Brand Padilla

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I honor all social work values: service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, human relationships, integrity, and competence.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Alicia Gilman

Alicia Gilman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am also deeply committed to working with the LGBTQ+ community and individuals experiencing anxiety and depression.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Megan Szudarski

Megan Szudarski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


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With almost a decade of experience working as a therapist, I have supported and worked with a diverse population of children, adolescents, adults, and couples through a variety of life challenges. My clinical interests include working with adults to maneuver life challenges around identity and narrative work, role exploration, attachment, and understanding complexities around family dynamics as an adult, all through a relational lens. I became a therapist because I truly believe in the importance of self-discovery and growth and I enjoy collaboratively working with clients to support, encourage, and acquire skills to better manage and understand their stressors, allowing them to feel more empowered and in control of their life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Dusty

Alisha Dusty

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm passionate about working with adults who feel like their past is negatively affecting their present.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mallory Cybulski

Mallory Cybulski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I work exclusively with women and the LGBTQIA+ community. While I may specialize in men's issues when it comes to my personal life, it is not an area of my clinical expertise.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Skip Dettman

Skip Dettman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, I am Skip I have been a therapist for over 12 years. I love what I do and am passionate about assisting people with addressing life issues. I specialize in trauma, addictions and couples therapy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bethany Cook

Dr. Bethany Cook

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I firmly believe—and research confirms—that the therapist-client relationship is the most critical factor in successful therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Analise Atchison

Analise Atchison

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe that prioritizing your mental health is among the most rewarding things you can do. Asking for help is never easy. Congratulations on taking that first step. With 9 years of experience working in the mental health field, I have enjoyed working with a diverse range of clients, with a particular focus on ADHD, trauma, and LGBTQ issues. No matter what your story is, I am here to walk beside you on your journey to greater well-being.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Susan Severson

Susan Severson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about your concerns and what you are struggling with.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephan Gombis

Stephan Gombis

Therapist

Virtual • Countryside, IL


“I believe in practical steps, giving my clients tools they can use in their daily lives to navigate challenges in a more fulfilling way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Pender-Bey

Sarah Pender-Bey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm especially passionate about supporting women and multicultural clients who may feel underrepresented in therapeutic spaces.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Darche

Stephanie Darche

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Swansea, IL


Hello! I’m Stephanie Darche, MA, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor(LCPC). My therapeutic style is empowering, nonjudgmental, warm, genuine and down to earth.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience in working with clients with concerns related to anxiety, depression, parenting, family conflict, communication, LGBTQI+, child/adolescent adjustment, behavior and mood disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, ADHD, self-esteem, and life transitions.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alicia Ali

Alicia Ali

Psychologist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


My name is Alicia Ali. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of experience in my field. I enjoy working with people of color and members of the LGBTQ+ community as they navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their best self. I specialize in helping clients manage work/life stressors, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.

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

Ethan Stark

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a doctor of clinical psychology and a trans man, I bring passion and lived experience to my work with clients facing struggles navigating a world not designed for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beata Janton

Beata Janton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I am amazed how current treatment options allow my patients to live and function well in the family, at work, and the community.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Shelton-Espinosa

Jacqueline Shelton-Espinosa

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect to feel seen and heard. They will leave with the knowledge that they already held within them...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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