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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Bowie, MD

Connect with affirming mental healthcare providers in Bowie who celebrate your authentic self. Headway's 591 licensed providers support LGBTQIA+ individuals with flexible scheduling, insurance coverage options, and compassionate care tailored to your unique mental health needs.

Dr. Cara Alexander

Dr. Cara Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in what I call "connection therapy" using my Connected Leadership framework, helping professionals, parents, and young adults move from performing perfection to living authentically.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terrence Proctor

Terrence Proctor

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I use an approach that is based in Trauma Informed practices and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danika Girdner

Danika Girdner

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is warm, direct, and often infused with humor, allowing clients to feel comfortable while also being challenged to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Family issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Holly Ireland

Holly Ireland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Salisbury, MD


“Being a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and several other adverse childhood experiences, I have been on the receiving end of therapeutic interventions, including EMDR.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Breona Dunlap-Griffin

Breona Dunlap-Griffin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective, helping clients understand how past experiences, identity, and environment shape their current thoughts, emotions, and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral

Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral

Therapist

Virtual • Pikesville, MD


“I believe in the "core Rogerian features: empathy, warmth, genuineness, unconditional positive regard and non-judgemental attitude."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Olesea Beyer

Olesea Beyer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I bring over 11 years of clinical experience and a warm, inclusive, solution-focused approach to every patient I see.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
April Taylor

April Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is collaborative, supportive, and client-centered, and I focus on creating a safe space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yasmin Miranda

Yasmin Miranda

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is warm, conversational, and real. No jargon or pressure, just a space where you can talk honestly about what's going on and not feel like you have to filter yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Helen Mettu

Helen Mettu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


“Every session is patient-centered and specific so as to create a warm and relaxing environment for my patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julie Ceigler

Julie Ceigler

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


When was the last time you felt truly heard? Life can feel as though you're stuck in a maze without a map or sense of purpose. You may feel broken, alone, or depressed, but you're not. I've successfully helped clients work through challenges, learn effective coping skills, and view life in a realistic, positive way. I've helped clients with chronic illness maximize their quality of life. We'll set up a plan that meets your current needs, then empower you to reach your goals, together.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brooke Cornett

Brooke Cornett

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My overall approach is holistic, integrating evidence-based practices with holistic energy strategies to address the comprehensive needs of each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bruce McClary

Bruce McClary

Therapist

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


I am a Board certified clinical social worker with nearly 40 years of experience in helping people navigate the therapy process. Seeking help takes courage, but the benefit of getting therapy is immense and can be life changing and life affirming. Most of my career I have helped people suffering from chronic medical illnesses and the anxiety, depression, and medical trauma (PTSD), they can face. I am comfortable with all medical diagnoses, but specialize with helping patients who struggle with, POTS, EDS, CRPS, Chronic Pain, Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual Disability, and autism spectrum disorder. I also have treated ADHD, ODD, and sexual and physical trauma.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Ann Lyavdansky

Allison Ann Lyavdansky

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I want to help you to be the best version of yourself. My goal is for you to leave our meetings feeling better than when you arrived; clearer, calmer, and more empowered to achieve YOUR goals!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tracey Pauls

Tracey Pauls

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I also have experience partnering with members of the LGBTQ community in their journey to becoming self affirmed and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Allen

Dr. Elizabeth Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Leon Ginn

Leon Ginn

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I seek to create a relationship with my clients in which you can feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and emotions to discover new opportunities for growth and change...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zoe Jackson

Zoe Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm passionate about helping people work through complex family dynamics, women's issues, queer identity, and healing from trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tarah Keeley

Tarah Keeley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I utilize a person centered, relational, humanistic approach to therapy that focuses on understanding a person in their whole environment—what has life been like that led you this moment, and what can be changed to help you move forward?”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Barbara Buxton

Barbara Buxton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I utilize active listening to truly understand each patient's unique perspective, lifestyle, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie

Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and direct. I believe in helping clients make meaningful progress, not just insight.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Prytherch-Maassen

Carrie Prytherch-Maassen

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I approach therapy from a standpoint of understanding my clients through humor, conversation, and homework.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nattile Clarke

Nattile Clarke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in listening without judgment and helping each person find practical tools and treatment that fit their unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Taylor Seaton

Taylor Seaton

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My role is to walk alongside you as you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change in your life and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Susie Stubbs

Dr. Susie Stubbs

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“You will find that my unconditional positive regard will create a safe and non judgmental environment...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renata Pavani

Renata Pavani

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that the most important relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself; by cultivating self-compassion and clarity, you can bring your most authentic self to your relationships and every other area of your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jenny Feng

Jenny Feng

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is client-centered, using shared decision-making to ensure that treatment aligns with your goals and values.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Linthicum

Melissa Linthicum

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a collaborative approach to counseling and therapy, in that you and I will together determine your best treatment...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Hope Brown

Hope Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I approach all of my work with a culturally sensitive, identity-affirming lens, honoring each person's unique story and experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tamielle Taylor

Tamielle Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“She cultivates a supportive environment in which individuals may acknowledge, process, and problem solve their concerns in constructive ways.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Chernow

Rachel Chernow

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Healing isn't about perfection — it's about progress, growth, and learning to care for yourself in new ways.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
M Michelle Milligan

M Michelle Milligan

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience across a wide range of therapeutic settings, including family, adolescent, individual, group, adult, outpatient, residential, and day programs. I help clients enhance their quality of life by using evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amanda Benjamin

Amanda Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi! I’m Amanda and I’m a Black, queer licensed clinical social worker who specializes in creating healing spaces for Black and Brown communities. I enjoy working with young people, creatives, activists and healers, especially. I believe therapy should be a place to discover your most authentic self, bravely and safely. I show up with gentleness, intentionality, and honesty, with the ultimate goal of supporting you in navigating your own healing journey.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sithokozile Shumba

Sithokozile Shumba

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Therapy with me is active and solution-focused, so we will begin engaging in evidence-based strategies right away to help you develop effective coping skills.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Francisca Fenwick

Francisca Fenwick

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I will provide a continuously safe environment for you to be seen and heard without judgement so you can learn more about yourself...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ricky Jackson

Ricky Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a safe space where I work collaboratively with clients to help them discover and leverage their strengths so that they can reach their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Phanedra O'Neal

Phanedra O'Neal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a compassionate and dedicated Post Masters Family Nurse Practitioner with eight years of psych background providing mental health care to diverse population.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Nelson Rivera

Dr. Nelson Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm a licensed psychotherapist who blends empathy, honesty, and humor to create a space where real change happens.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joanna Bissell

Joanna Bissell

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'd describe myself as being a genuine, compassionate and warm therapist who can still be direct and challenge you when necessary.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health, OCD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Preethi Thomas

Preethi Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I recognize mental health is not separate from the identities we carry along with the social conditions/communities we exist in.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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