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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Missouri

Find LGBTQIA+-affirming mental health support in Missouri with Headway's extensive network of empowering providers. Our platform offers flexible scheduling, free initial consultations, and sessions often covered by insurance, so you can focus on your wellbeing without financial stress.

Amanda Spiegel

Amanda Spiegel

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I know how debilitating depression and anxiety can be and specialize in working with mental health that greatly impairs everyday functions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Abby Pease

Abby Pease

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hello, I’m Abby Pease, LCSW, QS! As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and welcoming space where clients feel truly seen and supported. I bring warmth, energy, and a touch of humor into my work, helping clients navigate challenges while also reminding them that healing doesn’t always have to be heavy. My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion and clarity as you move toward growth and resilience.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 14 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
Cortney Dollens

Cortney Dollens

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“My goal is to create a collaborative space where you can feel understood while also be challenged to build a deeper understanding of yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Ashley Sullivan

Ashley Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Independence, MO


As a fully licensed therapist for 4+ years Ashley has had experience working with a wide range of clients. Recently she has begun to focus on women's health, ADHD and those with addiction issues.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sharnita White

Sharnita White

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive approach that honors each person's unique journey and identity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sharon Berry

Sharon Berry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My expertise is domestic and sexual violence, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and dysfunctional family systems.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kenneth Ostercamp

Kenneth Ostercamp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbia, MO


“I am very accepting and laid back, though not so laid back that we just sit and relax. Change takes effort, awareness and patience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mary Mcgraugh

Mary Mcgraugh

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My true passion and expertise lies in trauma (specifically preverbal and complex traumas in children).”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristi Ditzfeld

Kristi Ditzfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Great to meet you!

I offer a wide range of therapeutic services, including individual therapy for adolescents, and adults. I specialize in creating a supportive environment where clients can explore personal challenges, improve communication, and work toward healthier relationships. My experience extends to school counseling, working with high school students to foster emotional resilience, addressing academic stress, and promoting mental well-being. I facilitate group sessions, providing participants with a collaborative space to connect with peers and developing coping strategies for navigating life’s challenges.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yahna Gibson

Yahna Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring empathy, honesty, and a little humor into the room because healing doesn't have to be heavy all the time.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My professional journey and lived experiences shape how I show up in the therapy space—with empathy, cultural awareness, and a deep respect for each client's story.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 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
Allison Leavitt

Allison Leavitt

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is interactive and I'm not afraid to get in the trenches with you and talk about anything you need to get off your chest.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mark Hillenbrand

Mark Hillenbrand

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am trained in counseling interventions designed to positively impact stress, life adjustments and marital issues as well as psychological concerns such as addictions, depression and anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Paul Dohearty

Paul Dohearty

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a therapist that is focused on helping people with sex and sexuality issues. I am currently a member of AASECT (American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors , and Therapists. I am open minded, solution-oriented, and compassionate towards clients.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amy Dyer

Amy Dyer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am concentrating on trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use disorder, and am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amy Hanson

Amy Hanson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“For the past 15 years I have worked in a variety of settings offering mental and behavioral health therapy to children, families and individuals, specializing in trauma and attachment focused therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shakera Garrard

Shakera Garrard

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“My focus is on implementing a client-centered approach, where I believe the most important aspect is to provide a non-judgmental and safe space for all of my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Aubrey Cannon

Aubrey Cannon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Manchester, MO


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Julie Batson

Julie Batson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing for 22 years with my main focus being PTSD, trauma recovery, grief and loss, depression and anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Christine Mize

Christine Mize

Therapist

Virtual • Lee's Summit, MO


“I utilize a strengths-based approach to develop client-centered goals that implement evidence-based practices of CBT or CPT based on your specific needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tina Chaney

Tina Chaney

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in the psychological effects of societal events on both children and adults, particularly in the context of immigration.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chelsey Klein

Chelsey Klein

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“I can offer a safe space to process and internally resolve the heaviness of everyday life with unconditional positive regard as well as tools to manage daily stressors using a bottom up approach that will include coping skills and trauma processing...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Gonzalez Rivera

Jacqueline Gonzalez Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Using the creative/eclectic process to explore the conscious and unconscious, discovering feelings/experiences when words are not enough.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Mary Lakey

Mary Lakey

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am an empathic, open-minded and compassionate counselor willing to actively listen, validate, and encourage you to become the best version of yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darbi Keene

Darbi Keene

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


If you've spent much of your life feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed, different, or exhausted from trying to fit into expectations that don't feel right for you, therapy can offer a space to better understand yourself and build a life that works for who you truly are. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, OCD, trauma responses, burnout, self-doubt, or emotional overwhelm. Others are navigating ADHD, identity exploration, chronic illness, LGBTQIA+ experiences, relationship challenges, or life transitions and are looking for a place where they can show up authentically without judgment.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I work with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds, with a special focus on neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQIA+ clients, and those navigating trauma, chronic health concerns, and identity-related challenges. My goal is to help you better understand your experiences, build on your strengths, develop effective coping tools, and create a life that feels more aligned with your values, needs, and sense of self.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Brennan

Katherine Brennan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I accompany my clients through the muddy waters of emotions and life circumstances toward greater clarity and new possibilities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaisey Braun

Kaisey Braun

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create that same safe and supportive space for my clients, knowing firsthand how transformative it can be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Wilson

Heather Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


Taking New Clients June 8th!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Horizon Within Counseling. I work with children, teens, adult, couples and families, helping navigate anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I offer a warm, collaborative and solution-focused approach , using evidence-based practices including EMDR to help clients feel empowered, build resilience, and move forward with greater purpose and balance.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Susan Wise

Dr. Susan Wise

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Maryland Heights, MO


“My goal is to help you build confidence, develop healthy coping tools, and improve how you handle life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amie Grant

Amie Grant

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach blends feminist therapy and ACT to help you navigate personal and political stress, break free from people-pleasing, and build a life rooted in your values—not society's demands.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Paula Schaaf

Paula Schaaf

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and practical. I'm trauma‐informed and attachment‐based...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherri Criqui

Sherri Criqui

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“In our work together, you can expect a supportive, collaborative space where your experiences are heard and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Bertolino

Christine Bertolino

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Sometimes life changes in ways you never expected. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, the transition into parenthood, or the emotional demands of caring for others, it's easy to lose sight of yourself while trying to keep everything together. You don't have to face those challenges alone. For more than 20 years, I've partnered with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, women's issues, and trauma, helping them build resilience, strengthen relationships, and rediscover hope during life's most difficult seasons. Working with children, adolescents, and adults, I strive to create a compassionate, supportive space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and empowered to move toward lasting healing.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emma Grady-Pawl

Emma Grady-Pawl

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe everyone deserves the chance to live a full, joyful life—even when facing difficult challenges or systemic barriers.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Justin Grotheer

Justin Grotheer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with individual adults. I support clients navigating ADHD, neurodivergence, emotional regulation, relationship patterns, identity, and life transitions. My work is trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, and grounded in the belief that therapy can help you better understand yourself, strengthen self-trust, and the clinical belief that any person can change course in life at any time.

I draw from approaches such as EFT, IFS, ACT, and integrative experiential techniques, tailoring our work to your unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll explore emotions, patterns, and strategies that help you feel more grounded, resilient, and connected to yourself and the relationships that matter most.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Adam Kepka

Adam Kepka

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Everyone has the capacity for growth. Therapy offers a space to process life experiences with someone who will listen with empathy and support as you pursue a life that feels authentic and meaningful.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Roian Baalman

Roian Baalman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“You can expect to learn things about yourself and those around you that will amaze and intrigue you...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

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