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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Salem, MA
Salem's LGBTQIA community deserves affirming mental healthcare. Headway offers 664 empowering providers trained in culturally competent care, with sessions conducted virtually or in-person. Many providers offer free consultations and work with your insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
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
“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 4 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“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
“I believe that many of the challenges that inhibit us from achieving our goals are related to the difficulty in knowing ourselves deeply.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“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
“My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal, grow, and move toward the life you truly want.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
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“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
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
“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
“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
“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
“Psychotherapy can be a transformative experience that helps you explore your inner world. My approach allows us to explore the parts of yourself that remain hidden, difficult to understand, slow to change, and stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
I am a certified cognitive behavioral therapist who is also mindful of the emotions we feel as humans. I believe therapy is holistic—mind, body, and well-being. My goal is to create a safe and judgment-free place to help guide and support you. I was previously an elementary school teacher. I am neurodivergent and enjoy working with the neurodivergent population.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“My warm and affirming nature aims to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I want to empower your change, and consider it a privilege you allowing me as your provider to do so.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I have been a mental health clinician for over 20 years and have worked with many people to help them be their preferred self. I am licensed in Connecticut and Massachusetts.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My passion lies in helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of trauma and significant mental health challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“Sonal is committed to delivering mental healthcare to patients from diverse backgrounds and identities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I provide a compassionate, supportive space for individuals navigating anxiety, OCD, grief and loss, life transitions, and adjustment challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“Carolyne maintains a pleasant atmosphere during consultations, putting her patients at ease and encouraging them to speak freely of their afflictions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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“I have 30+ years experience partnering with people to thrive by mindfully focusing on their strengths and values...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I specialize in supporting individuals who feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck—especially those navigating family stress, cultural expectations, and major life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I dive into the deep end: depression, bipolar, psychotic disorders, PTSD, DID, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, autism spectrum, PANDAS, tic disorders, and Tourette syndrome.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a welcoming, non-judgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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