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LGBT therapists in Lafayette, LA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lafayette, LA

Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Lafayette is easier with Headway's extensive network of warm, empowering providers trained in gender and sexual identity exploration. Many clients save up to 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Miranda Martin

Miranda Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to create a warm, open-minded space where you can show up as you are and begin taking manageable steps toward change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Skapik

Allison Skapik

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I approach therapy as a collaborative effort between me and my client... so that we can make progress on your therapy goals in a way that feels authentic and safe.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Alexandra Dodd

Alexandra Dodd

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and goal-oriented. I use evidence-based techniques like CBT and Motivational Interviewing...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Meghan Champagne

Meghan Champagne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in genuine connection. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable and understood, so I bring not only professionalism and clinical expertise, but also humor and humanity into the room.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wytika Beard

Wytika Beard

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My passion lies in helping clients strengthen their resilience, increase self-confidence, enhance emotional wellness, and develop healthy coping strategies that promote lasting well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marilla Chapman

Marilla Chapman

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Core Values are one of the foundational components of the work I do. Exploring where core values come from, how thoughts interact with core values, and when adjustments to those core values are being considered can help us land in the current moment with a bit more clarity/compassion.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Transgender issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danielle Parkman

Danielle Parkman

Therapist

Virtual • Harvey, LA


Life can feel overwhelming when challenges begin piling up faster than you can manage them. Whether you're struggling with substance use, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, or the stress of trying to keep everything together, therapy can provide a space to slow down, gain perspective, and move forward with greater confidence. I work with adolescents, adults, seniors, and couples who are feeling stuck, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to create lasting change. Many of my clients come to therapy after trying to solve everything on their own, only to find themselves repeating the same patterns. My goal is to provide a supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Together, we'll identify your strengths, clarify your goals, and build practical tools that help you create a healthier and more fulfilling life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shevonte Lewis

Shevonte Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello,

I am a proud LGTB member that is flexible with my approach to assist with a variety of mental health barriers.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Wold

Elizabeth Wold

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“With a kind, compassionate, and down-to-earth approach, I help you discover the tools you already have inside to move forward and find relief.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Victoria Townsend

Victoria Townsend

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My aim is to create an environment that feels safe, grounded, and focused on real meaningful growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dana Duet-Champagne

Dana Duet-Champagne

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am certified in EMDR therapy which provides a deeper layer of work than traditional talk therapy alone can provide.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gabriella Valentino

Gabriella Valentino

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I incorporate EMDR, somatic awareness, and narrative work to help you move through what's stuck and integrate the parts of you that have been left behind.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
John Zufall

John Zufall

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My communication style tends to be laid back, which utilizes a person-centered approach that is collaborative with my clients during therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alix Tarnowsky

Alix Tarnowsky

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“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 6 insurance carriers
Bruce Steinberg

Bruce Steinberg

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe meaningful change is possible when therapy is grounded in honesty, practical solutions, and a strong therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Caroline Wegener

Caroline Wegener

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is supportive, collaborative, and solution-focused. I believe therapy should be a balance between understanding your experiences and finding ways to create change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Morgan

John Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is nonjudgmental, encouraging, and collaborative, with a focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, improving communication, and creating clear steps toward lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Tanya Brandy

Dr. Tanya Brandy

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe every person possesses strengths that can be used to overcome obstacles, heal from difficult experiences, and create a more fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Karen Valteau-Williams

Karen Valteau-Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My main goal for my clients are to build resilience, restore confidence, and transform pain into growth...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shari Purry

Shari Purry

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I like to get an understanding of the source of your problem. Then together we explore how the source influences your thinking.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melinda Thomas

Melinda Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“We offer a flexible, relaxed, nonjudgmental and compassionate approach that serves to help a wide variety of people and their situations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kacey Ardoin Billiot

Kacey Ardoin Billiot

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


“My counseling style is empathetic and relational. I believe everyone deserves to be heard and treated with mutual respect.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Monique Washington

Monique Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that people have more insight into their circumstances than than they give themselves credit for.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alysius Allen

Alysius Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


I graduated with a BS degree in Psychology at Louisiana State University. I have a Master's Degree from Southern University in Mental Health Counseling. I have over 27 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vivia Brown

Vivia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Taking the step to seek support isn’t easy, and I want to honor the courage it takes to be here. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Life Coach, and retired Army veteran who believes caring for your mental health is essential to living a balanced, fulfilling life. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves. I work with teens and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or major life transitions, and I strive to meet you with respect, compassion, and understanding.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kristina McCray

Kristina McCray

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Kristina's counseling style is warm and interactive. She believes in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Authur Carr

Authur Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I think clients will always be able to identify that they were fully seen and heard in their session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Brace McKellar

Margaret Brace McKellar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, holistic, and includes a focus on mind-body connections.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brandy Cooks

Brandy Cooks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tallulah, LA


“I am a dedicated and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)... with a deep commitment to providing holistic, patient-centered care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Adam D'Arensbourg

Adam D'Arensbourg

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe building rapport with the client is super important. I change up my techniques depending on what we need in session.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Trejon Brignac

Dr. Trejon Brignac

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“My overall goal is to provide education, pharmacologic treatment, and non-pharmacologic strategies to help patients reach optimal functioning allowing them the best patient outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. LaTronna Hill

Dr. LaTronna Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe healing is not one-size-fits-all, and I take a personalized, strengths-based approach to support each client's unique journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dallas Day

Dallas Day

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I'm a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who believes people deserve real solutions to real problems, not a one-size-fits-all plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deacon Farrelly

Deacon Farrelly

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello and congratulations for taking the first and sometimes hardest step of looking for a therapist. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of IN, KY LA, MO, NV, TX, WA and WV. I have the great privilege of working with adolescents and adults seeking assistance in improving their overall mental health and associated challenges. I’ve been in the behavioral health arena for over 40 years and have held numerous direct care and clinical leadership roles in a variety of settings. My joy comes from helping people navigate life's challenges.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tyla Kennedy

Tyla Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Clients often describe me as warm, genuine, and easy to talk to, and I work to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Staggs

Stephanie Staggs

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is eclectic and tailored to each individual... This allows me to meet you where you are and support your unique path to healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ann-Elyse Karam

Ann-Elyse Karam

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to create a welcoming and warm space where clients feel safe to explore the deepest parts of themselves free from judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Teshawn Ash

Teshawn Ash

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I'm passionate about meeting people where they are, providing compassionate, evidence-based care, and helping clients build sustainable paths toward improved well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jonathan Porter

Jonathan Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I bring over 10 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, feelings of depression, relationship challenges, and struggles with self-esteem through insight-driven therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Martin

Taylor Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I tailor each session to each individuals specific needs; everyone is unique and requires specific styles of therapy that works best for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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