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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Amherst, MA

Find affirming mental health support in Amherst with 656 licensed providers trained in LGBTQIA+ care. Our network of warm, open-minded therapists offers virtual and in-person sessions to help you navigate identity, relationships, and personal growth. Connect with a provider who understands your unique experiences.

Charlette Parker-Edwards

Charlette Parker-Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in helping clients navigate grief, trauma, anxiety, and life transitions by creating a safe, nonjudgmental space for healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Guest

Jessica Guest

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I like to meet my patients where they are at, and work together to identify and work toward goals at a pace that works for the patient.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Germain Peagui

Germain Peagui

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Therapy with me isn't about sitting quietly while someone analyzes you; it's a warm, straightforward conversation between two real people.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Georgia Callahan

Georgia Callahan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am compassionate, open-minded, and collaborative, and I believe that a strong therapeutic connection allows for both safety and gentle challenge when it's helpful.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Salem Black

Salem Black

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Salem Black, who holds a Master’s degree in both Biomedical Anthropology and Social Work, has an extensive background in working with children and families. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, followed by a Master’s degree in Biomedical Anthropology from Binghamton University. This interdisciplinary approach provided him with a unique perspective on the intersection of behavioral patterns and public health.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Kalubi Muganguzi

Kalubi Muganguzi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I utilize a holistic treatment approach that integrates psychopharmacology, psychoeducation, and supportive therapeutic techniques...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tracy-Jane Pierre

Tracy-Jane Pierre

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My clinical experience is grounded in a collaborative, "biopsychosocial" perspective that considers the person as a whole, rather than a single diagnosis or symptom.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nina Foushee

Nina Foushee

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am committed to developing a deep understanding of you that takes seriously the social, cultural and identity-based dimensions of your life experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Mercy Mbuthia

Mercy Mbuthia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


I’m a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) prepared Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who earned my doctorate from Elms College. I have over 10 years of experience in mental health care and nearly 19 years in the nursing field. Throughout my career, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient and community settings. I have experience supporting an treating a wide range of individuals, from young adults to older adults and geriatric patients.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Leann Correia

Leann Correia

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside expressive art interventions to help clients gain insight about their emotions, behaviors, and thought patterns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Wagner

Jessica Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hi, I’m Jessica, psychotherapist and founder of A Wholehearted Way Counseling. I work with individuals and couples who are moving through periods of anxiety or depression that often show up during life transitions, including perinatal and postpartum experiences, grief and loss, identity shifts, and relationship challenges whether in monogamous or non-monogamous partnerships.

I know that reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, and I aim to offer a warm, grounded space where you don’t have to navigate these experiences alone and can begin to feel more supported, understood, and connected to yourself.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Bradley Wallace

Bradley Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, culturally sensitive, and grounded in trust.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine LeBlanc

Katherine LeBlanc

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My work focuses on helping clients recognize their strengths, challenge unhelpful self-beliefs, and build sustainable patterns of thought and behavior that foster growth and self-compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Aniela LaTraverse

Aniela LaTraverse

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe every individual is the expert in their own lives and together we can work towards the goals you have set for yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sariya Idriss

Sariya Idriss

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As an Arab-American who grew up in Lebanon, I bring a deep, personal understanding of what it means to hold multiple cultural narratives and navigate the complexity and beauty that can bring.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Madeline Rosensweet

Madeline Rosensweet

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My therapeutic style is goal-oriented and interactive, and l use an integrative approach to treatment, which enables me to tailor sessions based on the needs of the individual client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Levitre

Kristen Levitre

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hello! My name is Kristen. I've been helping teens and young adults feel more supported, confident, and understood for over fifteen years. Whether you are managing anxiety, trauma, or just life in general, I am looking forward to helping you grow.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ricardo Despradel

Ricardo Despradel

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I offer a warm, affirming space where you don't have to explain or justify who you are or what you're going through.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Steven Sherry

Steven Sherry

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in a strength based approach, where we not only explore the issues that brought you to therapy, but we explore how to expand the things that bring you joy and happiness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Binh Truong

Binh Truong

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and art therapist who works with people navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, identity exploration, emotional highs and lows, and complicated relationships with alcohol or drugs.

My background in art therapy means there is always another way in when words feel like too much. Creative approaches are optional, but available for those who want them.

Outside of the office, I crochet, travel, go to concerts, and practice flow arts. That curiosity and creativity carries into how I work with clients.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christine Edwards

Dr. Christine Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My counseling style is genuine and humanistic. I believe in treating anyone with respect, compassion, and without judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Cote

John Cote

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm passionate about working with people who feel overwhelmed by their thoughts, behavior, or past experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christina Talleos

Christina Talleos

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My main objective for therapy is to build a rapport with the patient so we can open up the passage to growth and healing...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kelly Broderick

Kelly Broderick

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use a direct style in my sessions, but I enjoy using humor as well to process emotions, thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kierstyn Mao

Kierstyn Mao

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in trauma-informed Expressive Arts Therapy, in which I guide clients through visual intermodal art-making to promote reintegration of trauma and self-exploration.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Flore Pierre

Flore Pierre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lowell, MA


“My goal is to help you not only manage your symptoms, but also to help you find empowerment in your healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Courtney Hills

Courtney Hills

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Courtney Hills takes a holistic and trauma-informed approach to help navigate barriers that keep you from achieving your goals. Courtney has over a decade of experience in the human services field with an extensive background of various populations served, especially those going through life transitions and those who favor a mind, body, and soul approach to healing.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Mulcahy-Avery

Jennifer Mulcahy-Avery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Salem, MA


Hello there, I am excited to start our work together! I have been working as a clinical social worker for the past 5 years and in the field of mental health for the past 15. I specialize in DBT however also conduct general talk therapy for processing and support.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay Moffatt

Lindsay Moffatt

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I lead with respect, understanding, and empathy. I enjoy using humor and creating a safe place for you to be your authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Arlene Small

Arlene Small

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My main goal is to ensure a client leaves a session with me, feeling empowered and motivated to make the changes necessary to balance their Mind, Body and Spirit.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Patricia Wornum

Patricia Wornum

Therapist

Virtual • Brockton, MA


“I am welcoming, humorous and straight forward. I believe in listening with understanding to help to guide my clients on their journey of healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Cub Larkin

Cub Larkin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe every person deserves a therapist who truly gets who they are without requiring explanation or justification.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Barrows

Jennifer Barrows

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is client-centered, and warm, allowing my clients to get comfortable with the therapeutic process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Laura Hoskins

Dr. Laura Hoskins

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I draw from therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices to support real, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Ilana Marram

Ilana Marram

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work from a gender affirming, neurodiversity affirming, ethical non-monogamy/polyamory affirming, and intersectional lens.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daphne Serwatka

Daphne Serwatka

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is patient, empathic, understanding, compassionate and kind. I utilize integrative treatment modalities to help you reach your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kemealo Moussatcha

Kemealo Moussatcha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


“Healing begins with understanding. My approach emphasizes building trust, empowering clients to take an active role in their care...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eric Knee

Eric Knee

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My clinical style is active and collaborative and is rooted in CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kellie Foster

Kellie Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I would describe my style as laid back and conversational in nature. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Maddy Morrin

Maddy Morrin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work to develop a safe and trusting relationship and then draw on strengths you already have to help you grow into your best self- for your partner, your children, your loved ones, and most importantly for you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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