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LGBT therapists in Boston, MA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Boston, MA

Boston's LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental healthcare. Headway provides access to warm, empowering providers across neighborhoods like the South End, Jamaica Plain, and Back Bay. Whether you need therapy or medication management support, 666 licensed providers are ready to help, with sessions available virtually or in-person.

Katia Sylvestre

Katia Sylvestre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Boston, MA


“Her practice at Holistic Well is rooted in the belief that mental wellness is achieved by looking beyond symptoms to understand the unique biological, emotional, and environmental factors affecting each patient.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cecily Allen

Cecily Allen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Boston, MA


“You will find our sessions solution-focused and my approach open-minded, warm and oriented to the individual.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
James Henkhaus

James Henkhaus

Therapist

In-person • <1 mi away • Boston, MA


“Therapy is a chance to learn more about yourself, to heal past wounds, and in doing so, continue to grow and mature into the greatest version of yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Matt Conti

Matt Conti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • Brookline, MA


You need insight into your problems, not more advice. I'm Matt, a licensed professional specializing in helping teens and emerging adults (13–30) keep their footing in the whirlwind of adolescence and becoming an adult.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annie Atwater

Annie Atwater

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Boston, MA


“Annie works exclusively with LGBTQI people and their caregivers/loved ones across the life span, ages 3+”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bianca Genualdo

Bianca Genualdo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away • Winthrop, MA


“I am passionate about nurturing social-emotional growth in ways that honor each child's individual strengths, differences, and needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Han-Ying Alexander

Han-Ying Alexander

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Arlington, MA


I am passionate about supporting my clients to feel congruent internally, so they can further understand and communicate their needs externally. While talking is the most obvious way for communication, I also love to incorporate our somatic experiences during sessions (with your agreement, of course). As an immigrant from Taiwan, it's also my mission to provide my expertise for people struggling with "fit in", while transitioning to any new environments.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mark Figueroa

Mark Figueroa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.8 mi away • Stoneham, MA


“I believe in a collaborative approach to psychiatric care, where we work together to create a personalized treatment plan that's just right for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carmen Guy

Carmen Guy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Wakefield, MA


“She specializes in integrating a holistic approach to mental wellness & offers comprehensive treatment options.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Mulcahy-Avery

Jennifer Mulcahy-Avery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • 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
Comfort Atwereboanah

Comfort Atwereboanah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Norwood, MA


“Comfort values holistic care; thus her practice is centered upon a collaborative strength-based approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Rofino

Anthony Rofino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Marblehead, MA


“My goal is to create a therapeutic environment where you can feel most comfortable to express your situation and feel both supported and challenged to improve your situation by focusing on what you can control.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Melanie Longo

Melanie Longo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Danvers, MA


“I use a client centered, non-judgemental approach to meet my clients where they are at and help them get to where they want to be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Criswell

Pamela Criswell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Norwood, MA


We are working together to help you on your journey. I am openminded, direct and creative in my approach. When appropriate I use humor. I am an observer by nature and curious about my clients and their journey

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Stanley

Jessica Stanley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Norwell, MA


Healing Across the Lifespan: A Partnership in Mental Wellness

Choosing a mental health provider is a deeply personal decision. You aren’t just looking for a prescriber; you are looking for a witness to your story, an expert in the biological complexities of the brain, and a partner in your recovery.

My name is Jessica Stanley, and I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). My journey to this practice has been defined by a unique duality: the macro view of a healthcare executive and the micro focus of a dedicated clinician. Before opening the doors to this practice, I served as the Clinical Director for a large-scale healthcare organization. In that role, I was responsible for the oversight of complex systems, the mentorship of large clinical teams, and the implementation of evidence-based protocols across diverse populations.

While my time in leadership allowed me to impact mental health at a systemic level, my true passion has always remained in the quiet, transformative moments of the exam room. I have returned to full-time clinical practice to bring that high-level expertise back to where it matters most: the individual human experience.

Mental health does not exist in a vacuum, nor does it look the same at age seven as it does at seventy. I specialize in treating patients across the entire lifespan. Whether I am working with a child struggling to navigate their first years of school, an adolescent facing the pressures of identity formation, or an adult managing the heavy mantle of career and family, my approach remains the same: comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence based.

Areas of Specialization

I am trained to treat a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions including:

ADHD & Neurodivergence

Anxiety Disorders

Depression

PTSD & Trauma Recovery

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jimmy Pacombe

Dr. Jimmy Pacombe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Stoughton, MA


“My goal is to alleviate your suffering and simplify your life through natural empathy, compassion, intuition, and the negotiation of appropriate treatments.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
William Crawford

William Crawford

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Natick, MA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing medication

management and therapy for children ages 5+, adolescents, and adults. I treat ADHD,

depression, anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, and related conditions. I also work with adults with autism

spectrum disorder and ADHD, providing diagnostic clarification and ongoing treatment within

general psychiatric care. I offer in-person and telehealth visits and focus on collaborative,

evidence-based, and individualized care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Bob Collins

Bob Collins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Rockland, MA


“I am pleased to offer CBT based treatment to support your pursuit of goal attainment, confidence in coping with mental health symptoms...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Salvatore Azevedo

Salvatore Azevedo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Framingham, MA


“My approach is down-to-earth and collaborative, focused on giving you tools that match how your mind works so you can feel more grounded, focused, and in control.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brittny Maravelias

Brittny Maravelias

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Beverly, MA


My background includes supporting individuals, couples, and families from a variety of backgrounds in navigating personal and life challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting skills, grief and loss, transitions, etc. Currently, I am only offering individual services.

I also have 10+ years of specialized experience in working with survivors of sexual violence and non-offending loved ones in understanding the impact of trauma and exploring their own healing journey.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Kasprzak

Danielle Kasprzak

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Lowell, MA


“I combine my knowledge of whole body medicine, supportive therapy and psychiatric mental health care to provide holistic care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cynthia Meeske

Cynthia Meeske

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Holliston, MA


“I am a licensed clinical social worker and trauma therapist with over 25 years of experience supporting people on their healing journeys.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Williams

Richard Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Westford, MA


Now accepting patients in Massachusetts! Offering in office visits on the fourth Monday of each month in Westford, MA from 8:00 until 11:30 and virtual visits throughout the week.

I have been in healthcare for over 20 years and enjoy partnering with patients . As a gay man, I understand the comfort that comes with working with someone from the community.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jacques-Paul Barbour

Jacques-Paul Barbour

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Taunton, MA


“Counseling is a unique process for you to feel safe and be yourself, to create goals and find ways to improve your quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mercy Irura

Mercy Irura

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Methuen, MA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings, providing comprehensive mental health care across diverse populations. My background includes extensive work in behavioral health emergency settings, partial hospitalizations, IOP, recovery care, community psychiatric care. I also have experience supporting dually diagnosed patients with co-occurring medical conditions, giving me a broad perspective on the complex interplay between mental and physical health.

I earned my PMHNP degree from Post University and hold PMHNP licensure in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Throughout my career, I have remained committed to evidence-based care, while continuously seeking opportunities for professional development and growth in the mental health field.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Idenice Sargut

Idenice Sargut

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amesbury, MA


“I have always had a nurturing and patient heart in wanting to help people. I allow my clients the freedom to guide themselves through their own experiences and challenges with support and unconditional positive regard.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Beth Keough

Beth Keough

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wareham, MA


“My career stems from a deeply rooted passion to empower others as they take difficult steps along their path.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gloria Nalubega

Gloria Nalubega

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to meet you where you are both emotionally and physically; working together to reduce symptoms, build resilience, and support lasting emotional well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Neah Ling

Neah Ling

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wellesley Hills, MA


“My approach integrates holistic evidence-based therapy and medication management to help you build wellness, resilience, and confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sharon Corliss

Sharon Corliss

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that healing occurs within a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship, where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maureen McGettigan

Maureen McGettigan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I do have advanced expertise in treating psychological trauma and continue to access the most recent research and training in the field.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Salma Mohiuddin

Salma Mohiuddin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I bring more than two decades of combined experience—including trauma‐informed work, couples counseling, teen therapy, and family support—and approach everything with genuine compassion and respect for each person's cultural background.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Howard Bean

Howard Bean

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Clients can expect to be engaged by a motivated professional who will be working with genuine feelings of concern and investment for the person in front of them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Theofanis Babasidis

Theofanis Babasidis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I aim to create a warm, curious space for exploring the unconscious, relationships, and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura DeAngelo

Laura DeAngelo

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a clinical social worker specializing in dialectical behavior therapy, parenting, autism-specific parenting, and communication in relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Eacobacci

Brian Eacobacci

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Think of me as part guide, part detective, and occasionally your professional "pattern interrupter," here to help you make sense of things and move forward with intention.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julia Bratz

Julia Bratz

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am supportive, affirming, encouraging, caring, inquisitive, and ready to meet you where you are at on your mental health journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Anna Sloan

Dr. Anna Sloan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Amherst, MA


“I specialize in the treatment of mental health in the context of challenging systemic conditions such as cancer, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, and ME/CFS.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rio Bauce

Rio Bauce

Therapist

Virtual • Cambridge, MA


“I offer a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach to therapy, and I specialize in supporting those with HIV-related issues, relationship concerns, stress, anxiety, and identity-related challenges, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Emma Fuini

Emma Fuini

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that each client is the expert in their own lives, and I hope to walk along side my clients on their journey to healing and self discovery...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you

Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Boston

Finding the right LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Boston starts with knowing what kind of support you're looking for. Some people seek help with anxiety, depression, or relationship concerns that may be compounded by experiences of discrimination or minority stress. Others want a provider who understands coming out, gender identity, or the dynamics of LGBTQIA+ relationships and families. Identifying your priorities can help you narrow your search to providers with relevant experience.

When evaluating a therapist, look for a licensed provider — such as an LICSW, LMHC, psychologist, or psychiatrist — who has specific training or experience in LGBTQIA+-affirming care. Reading a provider's bio can give you a sense of their approach, background, and whether they identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community themselves. A free phone consultation is another way to gauge fit before committing to a full session.

Therapy in Boston can be expensive, but using your in-network insurance benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce what you pay. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book, and your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per session. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find an affirming provider who fits both your needs and your budget.

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