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LGBT therapists in Ellicott City, MD

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Ellicott City, MD

LGBTQIA+ individuals in Ellicott City deserve mental healthcare from providers who truly understand their experiences. Headway offers flexible, compassionate care with 581 providers available, many offering free consultations to help you find the right fit.

Dr. Chidinma Eze

Dr. Chidinma Eze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


“I am a dual-board certified family and Mental health nurse practitioner. I believe in holistic care when providing care to my patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Si Meng

Si Meng

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


Most of us never saw healthy communication growing up—and that makes connection feel harder than it should. As your relationship therapist/coach, I help individuals and couples develop relational competence so you can break old patterns, communicate with clarity, and create more secure and nurturing relationships.

  • I'm not taking new couples clients at this time.
  • My in-person days: Tuesdays, Thursdays.
  • My online days: Monday afternoon, Wednesday morning, Fridays.
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robin Brown

Robin Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


“I use a variety of healing modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS and art to help clients move through trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and identity issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole White-Samuels

Nicole White-Samuels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • Catonsville, MD


“Nicole White-Samuels is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidenced based practice found extremely effective in providing relief and healing for those suffering with trauma...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Alborn

Angela Alborn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • Columbia, MD


“My core motivation is meeting you where you are and empowering you to reach your most authentic and centered life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elaine Cook

Elaine Cook

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Baltimore, MD


I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a primary care background. I graduated from the University of Maryland School of Nursing. My focus areas are adults and geriatric patients.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Gabi Daigle

Gabi Daigle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“I am a person-centered and solution-focused therapist, as I hope to give you the therapeutic experience you want...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hana Clemens

Hana Clemens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“I work through relational and narrative lenses, always keeping the relationship at the center of the work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Supriya Narang

Dr. Supriya Narang

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Columbia, MD


“My approach blends compassionate care with evidence-based medicine to help each individual find clarity, hope, and a meaningful path forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Aderonke Omotade

Dr. Aderonke Omotade

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“I listen intently and meet you where you are so that we can work together to find the solution that works for you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lula Heatley

Lula Heatley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“I have 25 years of experience in the Social Work field and love my profession with compassion and respect for others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Grace Ashu-Ngang

Dr. Grace Ashu-Ngang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Beltsville, MD


“I am dedicated to listening and meeting you exactly where you are, working collaboratively to uncover solutions that truly empower you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Hughes

Elizabeth Hughes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Towson, MD


“I am direct, I engage, challenge, interact, request that you expound on your answers, use metaphors, avoid jargon, look for and point to connections and patterns to help you understand yourself better.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Gould

Hannah Gould

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Greenbelt, MD


“My basic approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral with a holistic approach. Other modalities include rational-emotive, reality therapy, gestalt, psychodynamic.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ramonia Morant

Ramonia Morant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Hyattsville, MD


“I'm a therapist who believes in progress, not perfection. With over 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Christopher Tundo

Christopher Tundo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“I deliver advanced health assessments, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and psychotropic medication management, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care for diverse mental health needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Peter MacIver

Dr. Peter MacIver

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • 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
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Smith

Nicole Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Kensington, MD


“I am a clinical social worker and registered play therapist with over 20 years providing direct services to children and families in several different environments...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dorlin Bukirwa

Dorlin Bukirwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


I specialize in medication management in treating mood, anxiety, psychotic, and substance use disorders. In the past, I worked as an RN in a dual diagnosis inpatient psychiatric unit. Recently, I have working in an outpatient private practice.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nateeka Scott

Nateeka Scott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Bowie, MD


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, while always honoring each client's unique story.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alethea Rudolph

Alethea Rudolph

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Gaithersburg, MD


“My goal is to create a compassionate and collaborative space where we can work together toward meaningful growth and well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sally Mays

Sally Mays

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Annapolis, MD


“As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I help clients make connections between their beliefs, emotions and reactions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Melissa Stephenson

Melissa Stephenson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Largo, MD


“I identify myself to be a "change agent," mental health practitioner, mental health therapist, etc. meets consumer's where they are, implements an individualized multimodal treatment approach...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nashae Handy

Nashae Handy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Bel Air, MD


“My treatment approach is rooted in gold standard, evidence-based practices that focus on patient centered care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Laurie Paul

Dr. Laurie Paul

Psychologist

In-person • 26 mi away • Chevy Chase, MD


“Helping people build healthier, more fulfilling relationships is some of the most meaningful work I do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Energetic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamela Harrison

Tamela Harrison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Germantown, MD


“My work is practical and collaborative, and I tailor treatment to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Oluwatoyin Adelakun

Oluwatoyin Adelakun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Waldorf, MD


“I am committed to providing compassionate, team-based care because I am convinced that understanding and healing can be powerful.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Olumide Akinwumi

Olumide Akinwumi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My practice is evidence-based, and it is provided on a compassionate and individualized basis to assist individuals with mental health needs to function optimally.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arianna Ugalde

Arianna Ugalde

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a space where you feel understood, respected, and supported as you work toward growth and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jasmine Harris

Jasmine Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a safe, honest conversation where you don't have to pretend everything is okay.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Darren Wiley

Darren Wiley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am by all means an eclectic style counselor. I pull specifically from expressive, person-centered and cognitive behavioral approaches...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kevin Carter

Kevin Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My therapeutic approach is organic, inclusive, and integrative, blending CBT with multiple therapeutic modalities to support diverse needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ghea Turner, Lcpc

Ghea Turner, Lcpc

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I employ an eclectic approach, focusing on balance and flexibility, and I believe in meeting clients where they are to foster growth at their own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Doris Onyima

Dr. Doris Onyima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Timothy Ibutu, Lcpc, Lcad, Rps, Ncc

Dr. Timothy Ibutu, Lcpc, Lcad, Rps, Ncc

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Introduction

I have a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate their mental health journeys. I offer virtual therapy sessions, making it convenient for you to receive support from the comfort of your own space. Fluent in both English and Swahili.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ebony Peterson

Ebony Peterson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I utilize an integrative approach that focuses on the mind, body and soul to teach each individual how to develop a stronger and improved relationship with themself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angela Tamayo

Angela Tamayo

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I’m Angela, a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Maryland and Tennessee via telehealth. I provide therapy in both English and Spanish and specialize in working with children ages 11 and up, teens, and adults. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, ADHD and ASD and life transitions, and I have a warm, grounded style that helps clients feel safe and understood. My background includes extensive experience with youth and families, and I integrate evidence-based modalities such as CBT, Exposure-Based approaches, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and trauma-informed care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Yunlay Bridges

Dr. Yunlay Bridges

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bethesda, MD


With over twenty-seven years of diverse nursing experience, particularly in Emergency Room and Mental Health settings, such as St. Elizabeth Hospital, Providence Hospital, and the Psychiatric Institute of Washington. These positions have equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of both clinical excellence and operational efficiency.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Demetries North

Dr. Demetries North

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal as a therapist is to create a space where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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

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