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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Columbia, MD

Find affirming mental health support in Columbia, Maryland with 594 licensed providers who understand gender and sexual identity. Headway connects you with warm, open-minded therapists experienced in LGBTQIA+ mental healthcare, offering virtual and in-person sessions with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage to support your wellbeing.

Gifty Nkromah

Gifty Nkromah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“With over 10 years of experience in mental health care, I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, stress, and other mental health concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tom Gates

Tom Gates

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Largo, MD


“I am solution oriented and provide medication management services as well as education regarding medications and diagnosis.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Robyn Manning

Robyn Manning

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Edgewood, MD


“I emphasize empathy, open-mindedness, and expertise, creating a safe and therapeutic environment where your mental health needs are addressed with careful precision and genuine concern.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Martha Eseh

Martha Eseh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Laurel, MD


“I am very patient with my clients and will partner with you to create a treatment plan that works best for you and improve outcome.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Valencia Fairley

Valencia Fairley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients can expect to take away from their sessions with a better understanding of how to address their mental health concerns and improve their quality of life through different coping mechanisms and positive thought processes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Meghan Boyd

Meghan Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I became a therapist because I needed one like me. Growing up with complex, enduring trauma, I often felt unseen and unsupported in therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Piera Kempner

Piera Kempner

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Together, we will highlight and build upon your strengths and resiliencies with positivity, hopefulness, and empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sara Taillie

Sara Taillie

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that you are the expert in your own life and my job is to help you work through your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ericka Jenifer

Dr. Ericka Jenifer

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


“As a psychologist specializing in neuropsychology, health psychology, and women's issues, I am passionate about serving diverse communities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie Sipes

Melanie Sipes

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I will work with you and encourage you to learn skills that increase your independence, self-esteem, and your autonomy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Adrianna Crouch

Adrianna Crouch

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is direct and collaborative while infusing humor to ease the heaviness that can arise in everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ihuoma Udeagha

Ihuoma Udeagha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hagerstown, MD


“Dr. Marvelous is a highly accomplished and skilled healthcare professional with a unique combination of expertise in psychiatric and mental health, family practice, and pain management.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Antonio Caraballo

Antonio Caraballo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I also enjoy working with LGBTQ+ clients and creating a space where identity and self-expression are respected and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Caitlin Coop

Caitlin Coop

Therapist

Virtual • Annapolis, MD


“My goal is to support self-exploration by finding the best solution through boundary setting, identifying values/needs, and encouraging motivation and resiliency.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kayla Schuster

Kayla Schuster

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a Master of Science in Health Service Administration, and a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition. My education and professional experience in mental health, health care, and nutrition offer a depth and breadth of experience that enables me to view the whole person holistically.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Christina Fox

Christina Fox

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hey! I'm Christina, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 7 years experience providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy on an outpatient basis. I am thoroughly trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), two off-shoots of CBT that incorporate acceptance and mindfulness. I currently serve as the chapter president for Mid-Atlantic Chapter of The Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences, and I am a contributing author to an upcoming manual on a developing integrative therapy, Contextually-focused DBT. Basically, I'm a therapy nerd. I love and believe in my practice, and am always on the hunt to learn more and be the best therapist I can be.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Peter MacIver

Dr. Peter MacIver

Psychologist

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


“His style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth, and he aims to make therapy feel approachable and supportive.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Watson

Ashley Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am not your average "textbook" therapist. I am down to earth, personable, with real life experiences to help you get through life's most challenging moments.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catie Ehrler

Catie Ehrler

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Catie provides a nurturing space filled with acceptance, collaboration, and humor. She prides herself on being approachable, genuinely engaged, working to provide a safe environment for all gender, sexual and cultural identities. Catie enjoys working with adult clients with ADHD/ADD, eating disorders, and LGBTQ identities.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Adebola Adekoya

Dr. Adebola Adekoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I care to listen to your concerns and challenges to be able to help and support you appropriately to get positive mental health outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Thomas Curley

Thomas Curley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is grounded in existential and philosophical perspectives, supporting clients as they explore meaning, identity, and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rebecca Miller

Rebecca Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I blend DBT with expressive arts to help you not just cope, but connect with your emotions, your values, and your voice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Williams

Jacqueline Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Largo, MD


“I provide a calm, non-judgmental space where you can begin to process what's weighing on you at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Veronica Tucker-Scott

Veronica Tucker-Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Catonsville, MD


I am licensed clinical professional counselor with over 30 years experience in Human Services. I am CEO of Metanoia Mental Health LLC a former graduate of Loyola university with master's degrees in pastoral counseling as well as mental health. My specialty is internal family systems as a Level 3 certified internal family systems therapists and an assistant trainer for the institute.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Megan Jackson

Megan Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“You are resilient, resourceful, and possess a number of strengths that have helped you navigate difficult circumstances throughout your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adedoyin Adeniji

Adedoyin Adeniji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cheverly, MD


“I am committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered, evidence-based care with a strong focus on long-term stability, symptom improvement, and overall quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Andi Liti

Dr. Andi Liti

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


“I truly believe that the right therapeutic relationship can open up a world of new opportunities for you and your life!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Allison Tate-Booker

Allison Tate-Booker

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My clients say they appreciate me for my direct approach that is warm and solution-focused in nature.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joshua Ridenour

Joshua Ridenour

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I strive to create a non-judgmental, warm, curious, and empathetic environment so that together, we can meet your treatment goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brandon Kerr

Brandon Kerr

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where we work together to identify your strengths, develop practical coping strategies, and achieve your personal goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelvin Okwudiogor

Kelvin Okwudiogor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that prescribing the right treatment plan is only 20% of what a good provider does—the remaining 80% is treating patients with care, compassion, and genuine respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Keeshma Richardson

Keeshma Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Holistic Mental Health Therapist with over five years of experience in the helping profession. I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions. My passion is helping people who are at a turning point in their lives and ready to step into a new level of healing, growth, and expansion. Whether you’re a new parent adjusting to motherhood, exploring your identity, healing from heartbreak, or uncovering childhood wounds, I am here to walk alongside you. Together, we’ll use holistic, heart-centered approaches to help you reconnect with yourself and create the path that feels most aligned for this season of your life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
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
David Kohn

David Kohn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Silver Spring, MD


“My approach involves taking a look at the whole person, including life history, personality patterns, relationships, current stressors, and physical health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Solange Missibi

Dr. Solange Missibi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Dr. Solange Missibi is a dedicated and compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner committed to providing exceptional care to individuals with varied mental health conditions and all ages.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lucien Beckford

Lucien Beckford

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is down-to-earth and practical. I listen for how you want to feel differently and what you want to change—then we find tools that fit your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, End of life care
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tiffany Pope

Dr. Tiffany Pope

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


My role is to cultivate healthy relationships with my clients and teach them how to cultivate healthy relationships with others. I assist my clients work through trauma and understanding how the brain helps to protect you from yourself and the world.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alex Honigman

Alex Honigman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I want clients I work with to feel empowered, grounded and have a greater understanding of themselves and the healthy pathways that lead to a meaningful life aligned to their value set.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ileana Angeles

Ileana Angeles

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My job as a therapist is to support your healing and renewal when you have been stunned, wounded, or overwhelmed.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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