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LGBT therapists in North Andover, MA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in North Andover, MA

North Andover's LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental health support. Headway provides access to warm, empowering providers through virtual or in-person appointments, with many accepting insurance and average savings of 75% on session costs.

Wayne Pearson

Wayne Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I find humor and honesty to be my main approach when it comes to connecting and building rapport with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yudith Figueiredo

Yudith Figueiredo

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I offer a warm, collaborative, trauma-informed space. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, identity, relationships, and substance use.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diane Donovan

Diane Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe the best treatment is done when there is a strong therapeutic relationship. I use compassion, humor and strengths based approach to build that alliance.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Kanter

Amanda Kanter

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My therapy style is warm, interactive, curious, and collaborative. We'll work together to explore, challenge, and change patterns that may be causing distress...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juli Sneider

Juli Sneider

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am an open-minded, sex-positive, LGBTQ-informed therapist. I work with clients as they navigate relationships; traditional, queer, polyamorous, and many other types.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephanie Okojie

Stephanie Okojie

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I help individuals learn skills to move past burnout and overthinking so they can live a more positive, meaningful life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Sara Hickey

Sara Hickey

Therapist

Virtual • Natick, MA


“My approach is collaborative and strengths-based. I prioritize building a trusting therapeutic relationship where we work together to identify your goals, develop effective coping skills, and foster healthier relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Ciancioso

Nicholas Ciancioso

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My typical course of treatment includes gathering information to better understand your issues, creating a treatment plan together, and then working through that plan to help you achieve your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Elizabeth Paul

Elizabeth Paul

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I tailor therapy to the individual rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Marks

Robert Marks

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach as a therapist is more of a non-directive person-centered humanistic style of counseling where the goal is to provide a safe environment to freely learn to navigate life's complexities and know who you are uniquely as an individual...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Samantha Upton

Samantha Upton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


“My style is straightforward and efficient. I'm here to help you create a life that actually functions and feels aligned.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 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 1 insurance carrier
Yomaris Ramos Rivera

Yomaris Ramos Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe therapy should be more than just a space to vent — it should help you understand yourself more deeply, break unhealthy emotional patterns, and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amaliah Torres

Amaliah Torres

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is warm, authentic, and non-judgmental. I believe therapy should feel like a supportive space where you don't have to have it all figured out — just a place to start.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Donnelly Bechwati

Megan Donnelly Bechwati

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“While I specialize in bipolar disorder and psychosis, I work with individuals and couples wanting to talk about an array of things.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Di Salvo

Michael Di Salvo

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“He/Him/His has over thirty years of experience. He as several specialty care areas in psychotherapy including but not limited to CBT, DBT, Trauma Focused, Grief, Psychodynamic Therapy, Positive Psychology.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michael Gilman

Michael Gilman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, EMDR therapist and Addictions professional, along with a background in Music and Performance, my unique skill set has assisted many performers in overcoming their performance anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Teddy Renard

Teddy Renard

Therapist

Virtual • Salem, MA


“My approach is humanistic, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that meaningful change is possible when people feel understood, supported, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Sanon-Joseph

Danielle Sanon-Joseph

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


As a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, the provider helps clients manage their mental health with both medication and therapy. The provider is trained to diagnose and treat mental health conditions and works together with each client to find the best plan. Conversations are private, and client comfort and safety are top priorities. Clients are encouraged to ask questions and share concerns. If urgent help is needed outside of sessions, contact information will be provided. The provider’s main goal is to support clients in feeling better and living well.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Heather Baker

Heather Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel understood and work toward meaningful change at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachael Simmons

Rachael Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience in settings like hospitals, community programs, and corrections.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lorrie Herzberg

Lorrie Herzberg

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work as a companion and guide, offering direct, respectful, and non-judgmental support to help clients navigate challenges such as grief, trauma, serious illness, life transitions, and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mackenzie Targett

Mackenzie Targett

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


I’m Mackenzie, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults find balance, clarity, and confidence through compassionate, evidence-based care. I believe mental health treatment should feel personal, not clinical.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julie Bertocchi

Julie Bertocchi

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that people already have the tools within themselves to succeed, find their inner peace, and live up to their full potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Urato

Amanda Urato

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and create meaningful change, even when the process feels challenging or uncomfortable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Samantha Stark

Samantha Stark

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work together with my clients to identify patterns in thoughts and behavior that are causing difficulties and focus on solutions to change these patterns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mira Patel

Mira Patel

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I will help you navigate through that journey in a way that is motivating and freeing, supporting you as you discover your path forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Timothy Clynch

Timothy Clynch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to create a supportive, judgment-free space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered in their care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
John Njuguna

John Njuguna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Amesbury, MA


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and substance use, offering expert medication management combined with thoughtful, personalized care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Anna Sloan

Dr. Anna Sloan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • 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 6 insurance carriers
Sean Murphy

Sean Murphy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to support you by taking the time to understand you-your strengths and challenges-so that you can make informed decisions about medical treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gregory Barrett

Gregory Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • Cambridge, MA


“I prioritize collaboration, curiosity and inclusion in my practice, founded on a strong therapeutic relationship centered on your experiences and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Derek Blagojevic

Derek Blagojevic

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Skill building from DBT therapy addresses emotional regulation, CBT reframes negative thoughts, and Solution-Focused Therapy leverages strengths and sets goals, while mindfulness cultivates present-moment awareness for overall emotional well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nic'Cole Lambert

Nic'Cole Lambert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Brookline, MA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a passion for integrative, whole-person care. By blending the principles of integrative psychiatry with a deep understanding of adult medicine, I am committed to treating the mind and body as a unified system. I believe that true wellness requires dedicated attention to both.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kathleen Hoyt

Kathleen Hoyt

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Most importantly, I hope that my clients begin to have a more positive sense of self: that they learn to be kind to self.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
David Hensley

David Hensley

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have had clients say to me that they feel validated and heard in our meetings, and that is something I strive for in every client interaction.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Bren Palla

Bren Palla

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I graduated from Smith College School of Social Work in Northampton, MA, in 2002 and have been helping people with various mental health issues since that time. I have been trained in psychodynamic therapy, DBT, mindfulness, and Somatic Experiencing, among other modalities.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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