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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Norwood, MA

Norwood residents seeking LGBTQIA-affirming mental health care can access 665 providers through Headway's inclusive platform. Our therapists offer evidence-based talk therapy and support with flexible scheduling. Free intake consultations available to help you find the right provider fit.

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 12 insurance carriers
Michael Denton-Smith

Michael Denton-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Are you having difficulty adjusting to a new environment, relationship, identity, or phase of life? Do you overanalyze social interactions or struggle to connect with others? I have worked in community mental health, college counseling, and private practice settings. I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, life transitions and relational concerns. As a queer-identified therapist, I am also dedicated to working with LGBTQ+ folks, and affirming of kink and ENM/polyamory as well.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Barbara Okeny

Dr. Barbara Okeny

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly, MA


“I have an integrated approach to therapy. This includes approaches such as dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, and art therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mary Deane

Mary Deane

Therapist

Virtual • Newburyport, MA


“Mary has advanced training in the treatment of traumatic stress. Mary uses a holistic approach to treatment that includes mindfulness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eva Gonzalez Carey

Eva Gonzalez Carey

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I focus on creating a space that feels supportive, honest, and approachable, where you can show up as you are and begin to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shana Seidenberg

Shana Seidenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in a holistic approach to therapy. We will connect around your physical, emotional, and spiritual well being to help you achieve the best version of yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Emily Strange

Emily Strange

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to create a warm, relatable environment that allows people to be themselves, laugh when needed, and feel safe exploring difficult emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marisa Greaves

Marisa Greaves

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore challenges and build meaningful, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mei Lin Pratt

Mei Lin Pratt

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use Motivational Interviewing and a Client-Centered model to help navigate clients through a wide range of challenges through the intersection of multiple identities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Rosemary Keane

Rosemary Keane

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work with clients in a respectful, caring, and direct manner to understand who you are and what challenges you face.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Connor Soper-Sullivan

Connor Soper-Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am an LICSW Clinical Social Worker with experience in helping those with depression, ADHD, anxiety, and trauma. I incorporate ACT, CBT, and DBT modalities into my work and am a trained EMDR therapist.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Blake

Brittany Blake

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a holistic therapist who focuses on including the mind and body into therapy. I am also a yoga instructor, and incorporate a lot of mindfulness if that's something you're interested in!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 7 insurance carriers
Angel Reed

Angel Reed

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I believe that much of psychotherapy involves befriending and learning from the shadow aspects of the Self and cultivating a dialogue between the conscious and unconscious...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Brighton, MA


“Expect to walk away feeling heard and valued, knowing you are being cared for by a knowledgeable and passionate provider.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alex Buchwald

Alex Buchwald

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hello! So glad you are here. My name is Alex (she/her) and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing in the field for five years. I received a Master’s in Social Work from Boston College, with a Certificate in Mental Health & Trauma. Previously, I worked with refugee and asylum seeking populations in the Refugee Resettlement Program.

More recently, I have experience working with children and families as an In-Home Therapist and Intensive Care Coordinator and with individuals in inpatient behavioral health. I also facilitated in piloting a Short-Term Outpatient Therapy Program with Wayside Youth & Families in Framingham, MA and have been providing individual outpatient therapy the past two years to all ages and stages of life.

I also am an avid outdoor rock climber (for the past 12 years) and can support individuals who are looking for support within their own sport/athletic hobby in mindset and performance focus, trauma processing, or exploration around risk within climbing and alpinism.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 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 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Taylor Lester

Taylor Lester

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Are you someone driven to excel in your profession, academics, or sports, looking to improve your mental well-being, alleviate stress, strengthen relationships, and build self-confidence? As a licensed therapist and sports clinician at a D1 collegiate program, I am committed to supporting ambitious individuals like you in overcoming the obstacles keeping you from achieving your personal and professional goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Myrick

David Myrick

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I primarily work with those suffering from OCD who have had challenges getting relief from other forms of talk therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claire Donnelly

Claire Donnelly

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is person-centered, warm, and down-to-earth—combining talk therapy and creative expression to promote self-understanding and emotional balance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Karen Peterson

Dr. Karen Peterson

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“One of the aspects I find most meaningful about this work is that progress in one area often leads to progress in other areas.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Victor

Chelsea Victor

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have been working in the mental health field for over 14 years and have been an independently licensed clinician for over five years.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Johnson

Nicole Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing issues with trauma/PTSD, divorce/separation, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, dual diagnosis, behavioral issues, family concerns and those who identify as LGBTQ.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Therese Binyame

Therese Binyame

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fitchburg, MA


“She ensures outstanding mental health care, medication management, empathy, with brief psychotherapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 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 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gretchen Krebs

Gretchen Krebs

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am passionate about working with people who have experienced things in their life they are trying to make sense of.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Murphy

Thomas Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Plymouth, MA


“I specialize in working with individuals and families affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Courtney Baczko

Courtney Baczko

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that the most important step in finding success in therapy is connecting with someone who understands you and can hear your perspective and respectfully challenge your thought process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Freyre Figueroa

Freyre Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • Millis, MA


“Frey's approach is rooted in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Therapy and Holistic approaches to address the person as a whole.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Derek Neaz-Nibur

Dr. Derek Neaz-Nibur

Psychologist

Virtual • Great Barrington, MA


“I focus on collaboration and fostering a warm, nonjudgmental relationship by meeting clients where they are and adapting treatment to fit individual needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Lewis

Carolyn Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I hope to guide clients down a path of empowerment, increased functioning in their daily life, and achievement towards their goals, whatever that looks like for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charla Malamed

Charla Malamed

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My work is trauma-informed and attachment-based... I regularly use mindfulness skills and techniques from Internal Family Systems to assist my clients in developing their ability to expand their awareness, self witness, and integrate parts that have...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jisselle Assad

Jisselle Assad

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I take a compassionate, evidence-based approach, offering thorough evaluations, accurate diagnoses, and safe medication management.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeanne Rahilly

Jeanne Rahilly

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I provide a down-to-earth and genuine interaction with clients. I have a style of engaging that includes back and forth discussion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Janis Lucky

Dr. Janis Lucky

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a counselor who believes in a holistic approach to treatment and meeting the client where they are at and assisting them in where the need to be- Their ultimate level of functioning mentally, physically, spiritually and emotionally.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 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 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Bile

Christine Bile

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Before private practice, I served as a medical social worker in emergency rooms and a Level-One Trauma Center, supporting people through their most critical moments.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Figueroa

Mark Figueroa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Andover, 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

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