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LGBT therapists in Saint Louis, MO

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Saint Louis, MO

Saint Louis residents seeking LGBTQIA-affirming mental healthcare can find open-minded, warm providers on Headway ready to support your journey. With flexible scheduling and over 316 providers across the nation, you'll connect with someone who meets you where you are—often within days.

Sarah Covert

Sarah Covert

Therapist

Virtual • Columbia, MO


“My approach is person-centered, focusing on understanding my client's experience. The therapeutic relationship is essential.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelli Murphy-Small

Kelli Murphy-Small

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“A therapist using Client-Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing creates a warm, respectful space where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Shelley Clayton

Shelley Clayton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


“I pride myself on the ability to meet clients wherever they are in their process; I can adapt to whatever therapy, interaction, or learning style works best for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Sanderson

Lisa Sanderson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe there is something special that happens when we share our story and become vulnerable in each others presence.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brigette Banks

Brigette Banks

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


Brigette Banks has experience helping clients in the areas of stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. She works with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cara Love

Cara Love

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I am a compassionate counselor with over 20 years of experience helping individuals achieve their goals for a better life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tanya Perry

Tanya Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is collaborative and supportive, ensuring that you feel empowered throughout your journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Zaire Archuleta

Zaire Archuleta

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I blend relational mapping and family-systems insight with outcome-oriented skills training to help women like you restore balance to their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Gerbrandt

Melissa Gerbrandt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I believe mental health is a top priority. I think that acceptance is critical to moving forward in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chris Evans

Chris Evans

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“My clients are the experts on their lives. I aim to create a space for clients to work through their challenges and receive feedback.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Barbara Becherer

Barbara Becherer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that while life's challenges and traumas can reshape our stories, they do not have to define our future.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joanna Brodersen

Joanna Brodersen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have based my practice on working with adults who struggle with Anxiety, OCD, Trauma and Substance Use struggles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dolly Lewis

Dolly Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I want clients to feel as though they have sat down with a friend to discuss life and all the curve balls it throws us.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shana Koch

Shana Koch

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a warm, judgment-free space where you can talk openly, explore your thoughts and feelings, and build tools to handle life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Garrity

Tara Garrity

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My therapeutic style is collaborative, supportive, strengths-based, and tailored to each client's unique goals and lived experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Katie Barry

Katie Barry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe we are all on a continuous journey to become our best selves, and we deserve to enjoy that ride.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ken Goldberg

Ken Goldberg

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is experiential and relational, using metaphor, storytelling, and real-life experiences to help clients connect past experiences...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sylvia Lawson-Cook

Sylvia Lawson-Cook

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I listen to understand. Each client is the expert on themself, and I am there to help guide them in their healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Dr. Kim Davis

Dr. Kim Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Clients should leave my session feeling heard and seen. I believe in validating my clients, encouraging them to use their strengths, and allowing them to grow in whatever way they desire.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kristen Ratican

Kristen Ratican

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My role is to accompany you through insightful exploration in order to help increase self-awareness and self-compassion and bring about lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Walbridge

Jennifer Walbridge

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I create a safe space with emphasis on a strong trusting relationship that will enable us to explore even the most complicated and difficult of subjects.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Taryn Hodison

Taryn Hodison

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Clients will be validated and gently challenged in therapy to get through the mental blocks that keep them stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latasha Barber

Latasha Barber

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My mission is to support you, meet you where you are in your journey to mental wellness and empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Leah Donnelson

Leah Donnelson

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“My hope for each person who comes to see me is that they feel heard and seen. I want to create a safe place for people who are struggling to be able to open up, share their difficult stories, and also learn about themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Maya Wasserstrom

Maya Wasserstrom

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to treatment involves the use of direct, solution-focused, and strengths-based therapies.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kat Smith

Kat Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I aim to create a safe and welcoming therapy space by curating an authentic therapeutic relationship through acceptance, empathy, and humor.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Daniel Bertilson

Daniel Bertilson

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“As a therapist, I have come to find that shame is one of the biggest enemies, if not the biggest, to growth in my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nic Harris

Nic Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have a particular home with trans and nonbinary clients. I built my practice around identity-centered care because I know what it's like to need a therapist you don't have to explain the basics of your life to.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Surendra Chaganti

Dr. Surendra Chaganti

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Missouri


Prioritizing your mental health is the foundation for a stable, fulfilling life. I know that the first step—reaching out for help—is often the hardest, so I want to acknowledge your courage in being here. I bring 30 years of experience as a board-certified psychiatrist to our work together.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Peggy Bissing

Peggy Bissing

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I plan to guide you through your healing journey in a gentle and encouraging way by setting achievable milestones.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Taylor Rogers

Taylor Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and culturally sensitive services that are tailored to each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Neace

Ryan Neace

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have extensive experience helping people with existential crises, finding direction in life, thematic/recurring problems in relationships, and difficulties related to religious/spiritual matters.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benjamin Ward

Benjamin Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“My approach is deeply integrative and collaborative. We begin by building a common language, reviewing the fundamentals of the mind-body connection...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taneshia Carey

Taneshia Carey

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I believe we all have what we need to take care of ourselves. Sometimes we have to dig deep to find those strengths...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mara Krueger

Mara Krueger

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Whatever you're struggling with, your experience is real and valid and you deserve the time and space to improve your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anastasia Castle

Anastasia Castle

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am compassionate and direct as a counselor. I understand you have a reason for seeking help and I want to help you achieve their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole James

Nicole James

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am warm, supportive and action oriented. I want to team up with you to improve your quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Courtney Boddie

Dr. Courtney Boddie

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in helping clients to noce these symptoms as solutions, to beter self-regulate, and to upgrade those expired patterns-in-living.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ally Allen

Ally Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with over three years of experience helping individuals navigate and process traumatic events. I am passionate about supporting clients in growing and excelling amid life's challenges. I want everyone to grow and become a healthier, more balanced version of themselves.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bridgette Mavec

Bridgette Mavec

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where you can feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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