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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.

Cinnamon Davis

Cinnamon Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“My goal is that you blossom into the healthiest version of yourself and thrive in all aspects of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Megan Howard

Megan Howard

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I have been a therapist for the last ten years almost exclusively working with trauma and complex PTSD.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caitlin Miller

Caitlin Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Shreveport, LA


“I believe in an equal and collaborative relationship which is achieved in a safe and nonjudgmental environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michelle Medina

Dr. Michelle Medina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am particularly passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, recognizing the importance of cultural competence in mental health care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jennifer Vigue

Jennifer Vigue

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I bring a highly relational approach to our work, characterized by warmth, authenticity, transparency, and a genuine human connection.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 7 insurance carriers
Candace Castille

Candace Castille

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Candace is a dedicated clinician committed to fostering personal growth, healing, and resilience in individuals, couples and families.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Delarious Stewart

Dr. Delarious Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapeutic approach is primarily rooted in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT is a well-established and evidence-based approach that focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Robert Tucker

Robert Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is rooted in traditional, evidenced-based therapeutic interventions, but I also believe healing can be creative, expressive, and deeply personal.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Keife Earley

Keife Earley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Monroe, LA


“I combine medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and functional medicine principles to address mental health comprehensively.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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 7 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
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
Raymond Bowen

Raymond Bowen

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and creating a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mary Tobias

Mary Tobias

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello! I am Mary Tobias and honored to work with you on embracing who you are and where you want to go on this journey. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist/Counselor that specializes in assisting clients learn how to relate better to yourself and others. I am able to work with all socioeconomic statuses, ages, races, and anyone who has experienced any sort of mental health challenges. I the times on my schedule do not fit into your schedule, message me and I will try to accommodate when possible.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alexandra Holt

Alexandra Holt

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am passionate about helping clients make changes in their lives, and achieve their goals through support, clinical skill, and a genuine working relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 8 insurance carriers
Tyler Jones

Tyler Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I lead our work with empathy and humor, bringing a curious spirit to every session to support you in your growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 3 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 8 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
Ebony Yelder

Ebony Yelder

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Are you constantly overthinking? Feeling lost after a traumatic experience? Struggling with unresolved grief—or grieving the loss of a beloved pet and feeling like no one truly understands? These kinds of challenges can leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure of where to turn next. Whether you're navigating difficult emotions, healing from the past, or simply seeking clarity about your next steps, I’m here to walk alongside you on your path to healing, growth, and self-discovery.

My name is Ebony Yelder (she/her/hers), and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the field of counseling and psychiatric services. I’ve had the privilege of working in diverse settings—including behavioral health hospitals, outpatient clinics, emergency rooms, in-home therapy, and with the Department of Defense supporting service members and their families.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shad Duplessis

Shad Duplessis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience helping people, like you, to create meaningful change. I enjoy providing counseling to individuals, couples, and families. Some of my clients have reported feeling overwhelmed, stressed, sad, anxious, or stuck. I spent 14 years in long term and acute care inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings and 11 years in neurological rehabilitation. I obtained my bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana and master’s degree from LSU.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rechele Mays

Rechele Mays

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to teach you concrete skills to help you replace self-defeating thoughts with healthier ones.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Reianna Garner

Reianna Garner

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am LGBTQIA+ affirming, with specific experience supporting trans and gender-diverse clients, and I am intentional about creating a space where people don't have to explain, defend, or soften who they are to be welcome.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brooke Ferguson

Brooke Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • Lake Charles, LA


“I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 4 insurance carriers
Tamitra Pannell

Tamitra Pannell

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide services to individuals and couples who identify as being part of a racial, gender, sexual, or relationship minority group.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melanie McClellan

Melanie McClellan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“With the right tools and support, it is possible to quiet the mental noise and move forward with greater confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, OCD
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Austin Matthews

Austin Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I use a person-centered approach to therapy, finding both experiential and programmatic interventions that help meet our therapy goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deitra Fant

Deitra Fant

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy is a partnership—we'll move at your pace, focus on what matters most to you, and celebrate your progress along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Quenton Kayd

Quenton Kayd

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Florida, Louisiana and Texas with a strong background in both school and clinical counseling. Over the years, I have supported children, adolescents, and adults as they navigated challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship concerns.

Please send me an email at [email protected] and we can arrange an initial consult or book your first session.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Amy Rose Hesni, Lcsw

Amy Rose Hesni, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Arizona and Louisiana with over 17 years of experience in trauma-informed psychotherapy. I earned my Master of Social Work from Tulane University in 2008 and have worked across inpatient and outpatient treatment settings, university counseling, grief and bereavement care, and trauma-focused programs. I am EMDR trained (finalizing certification) and integrate CBT, DBT, IFS-informed parts work, somatic approaches, and mindfulness-based therapies.

I specialize in complex PTSD, sexual trauma, religious and spiritual trauma, attachment wounds, ADHD, anxiety, and shame-based relational patterns. Many of the individuals I work with are high-functioning on the outside but feel lost, fragmented, or deeply self-critical on the inside.

Clients often describe me as warm, loving, affirming, and validating. I also bring a teacher’s heart into the room. I believe understanding how trauma impacts the nervous system, relationships, and even women’s biological health helps reduce shame and restore clarity. I see therapy as sacred work. You are not a diagnosis to me; you are a whole person whose nervous system learned to survive.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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 11 insurance carriers
Jamie Gaskin

Jamie Gaskin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I'm casual, approachable, and not the stereotypical "prim and proper" therapist. I don't expect perfection, and I don't sit silently judging.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kaylob Candey

Kaylob Candey

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“The healing process is a collaborative endeavor that is dependent upon prompting overall wellness and resilience in an environment absence of judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jesse Gladney

Jesse Gladney

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide a supportive, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ciara Pemberton

Ciara Pemberton

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that therapy works best when it feels like a real, supportive conversation-I listen, and I don't judge.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jackson Stone

Jackson Stone

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW) with over five years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate challenges related to relationships, anxiety, stress, trauma, and depression. My background spans school settings, child and family services, and the medical field, allowing me to support clients across different life stages and experiences. I’ve worked with adolescents, emerging and middle-aged adults, older adults, and families from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and sexual identity backgrounds. Whether I’m helping a couple rebuild trust, guiding a parent and child through conflict, or supporting someone coping with loss, I aim to create a space that feels accepting, grounded, and safe.

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

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