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LGBT therapists in Newark, NJ

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Newark, NJ

Find affirming mental health support in Newark with 1,056 licensed providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ care. Headway connects you with warm, open-minded therapists who understand your unique needs through virtual or in-person sessions, with many providers offering free consultations.

Annie Russo

Annie Russo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Annie is compassionate, real, and considerate in her approach. Clients can expect hope, ease, and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jaclyn Camporeale

Jaclyn Camporeale

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I use a client-centered and inquisitive approach in therapy and believe my job is to actively and compassionately listen and provide support for clients' goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Saida Gordon

Saida Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to provide a safe, affirming, and supportive environment where clients can feel renewed and equipped with strategies to face life head on.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Harmolin

Michelle Harmolin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have the education and experience along with the compassion and patience needed to make clients feel comfortable and open-up.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gbemisola Ore-ofe

Gbemisola Ore-ofe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hasbrouck Heights, NJ


“I believe that mental health is the foundation of overall wellbeing, and that when you're thriving mentally, every other area of your life begins to improve as well.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Blaire Schroder

Blaire Schroder

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have an eclectic approach to therapy as I tailor treatment to the individuals needs therapeutic benefit based on presenting issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Keogh

Melissa Keogh

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work with my clients and let them know their input and voice in their treatment matters. I believe each client is unique and should be treated so accordingly.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicolina Bolognese

Nicolina Bolognese

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to create a safe and supportive space that allows clients to feel comfortable expressing themselves without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassandra Edouard

Cassandra Edouard

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work with clients to name, understand, and process their inner world, especially when those conversations haven't always been accessible.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laurissa Hampton

Laurissa Hampton

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe we are all human—doing our best to live meaningful lives in a beautiful yet challenging world.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Mccarthy

Thomas Mccarthy

Therapist

Virtual • Toms River, NJ


I want potential clients to know that I am a genuine person/ therapist. I will always be genuine and honest with you. I am very easy going, easy to talk with, and I believe one of my strengths is the ability to gain a client's trust- allowing the person to feel comfortable discussing any issue without fear of judgment. I have 25 years experience as a psychotherapist working with all ages from children to the elderly in correctional settings, substance abuse, and a university.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrea Kenoff

Andrea Kenoff

Therapist

Virtual • Red Bank, NJ


“I believe in a holistic approach with an appreciation that the mind, body, brain and spirit are intimately intertwined and impacted by one another.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Direct, Energetic, Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Catherine Eager

Catherine Eager

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I'm Catie Eager, a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician practicing virtually in New Jersey, Washington D.C., and Virginia. I founded Lotus Mental Health Counseling to fill a gap I kept seeing: brilliant, capable people destroyed by relationships that quietly dismantled their sense of self.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Peterson

Daniel Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am a compassionate and dynamic therapist who focuses on interpersonal growth and development through trauma-informed, emotionally focused, and skills-based clinical interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Mendoza

Nicole Mendoza

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered, meaning we work together to identify your goals and develop strategies that support meaningful and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emilie Rowan

Emilie Rowan

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I have worked on my own growth and awareness since I was 19 yrs old. Therapy helped change my life and old patterns that I developed in my early years. I have made tremendous changes in who I am and how I cope. I would like to help you do that too.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jenna McKean

Jenna McKean

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, develop coping skills, and work towards achieving their personal goals through therapy sessions...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brenda Thorn

Brenda Thorn

Therapist

Virtual • Linwood, NJ


“Brenda credits the client as the expert of their own life and engages with them in a collaborative effort to identify their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Jamila Hughley

Dr. Jamila Hughley

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I normalize the healing process is not linear and support clients in finding individualized techniques for their healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Schoenblum

Deborah Schoenblum

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I provide support and emotional tools for my clients so they can approach their journey through a new lens.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie Lowe Hoffman

Melanie Lowe Hoffman

Therapist

Virtual • Princeton, NJ


“My goal is to help you identify your strengths and build practical solutions as you work through the challenges that brought you to therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Cella-Roe

Jennifer Cella-Roe

Therapist

Virtual • Galloway, NJ


“I use a strengths-based person-centered approach to therapy. I specialize in treating people with mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and PTSD.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mary DeRienzo

Mary DeRienzo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have over 35+ years of experience working with diverse populations : teens, LBGTQI+, relationship and family conflict.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kimberly Siehl

Kimberly Siehl

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is compassionate, grounded, and real. I lead with authenticity and integrity, and I strive to meet you where you are while encouraging growth and accountability.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nwayieze Ndukwe

Dr. Nwayieze Ndukwe

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Boonton, NJ


“My clinical practice is rooted in a patient-centered approach, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yvonne Ekama

Yvonne Ekama

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I'm a Dual-Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over seventeen years of psychiatric nursing experience with focus on medication management and supportive therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Uraina Domon

Uraina Domon

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Uraina, is a LCSW, with 10+ yrs or experience. She is a therapist who Is compassionate and understanding, who meets the clients where they are. Enjoys helping clients to feel empowered to find their own true potential. She has the understanding that each client's needs are unique to their own situations. She specializes in CBT, TFCBT, Trauma, MI, Mindfulness, Attachment Disorders, LGBT communities, Grief, Substance Use, Boundary Setting, Relationships Issues and more.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Smith

Amanda Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“There are times when a person feels emotionally "stuck" and feel there is no way to undo it. I know this view well myself!”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grace Taylor

Grace Taylor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 2 decades working with psychiatric patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Cassandra Nunez

Dr. Cassandra Nunez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach to care is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration. I believe in the importance of building a trusting and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with everyone I encounter...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Peter Donnelly

Dr. Peter Donnelly

Psychologist

Virtual • Somerset, NJ


“With 25+ years of experience, he offers compassionate therapy for diverse needs like depression, anxiety, trauma, and learning disabilities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kyra Becker

Kyra Becker

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients will learn to deepen their experience of being human using a heart-centered approach and heal from the inside out.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Simone Henry

Simone Henry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bridgeton, NJ


“Simone's motto is "Help people help themselves." What client's should walk away from their first visit with Simone, is Simone is very empathetic, understanding, and patient.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dylan Bucenec

Dylan Bucenec

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative—I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine conversation, not a clinical checklist.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cara Bonsma

Cara Bonsma

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My passion lies in helping people build better relationships — with others, and most importantly, with themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kimberley Cornely

Kimberley Cornely

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I treat each patient as a unique individual, making thoughtful, collaborative decisions based on their specific needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Natalie Mena

Natalie Mena

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As a Latina woman, a lifelong learner, and a healer, my mission is to help people uncover their struggles, heal from generational trauma, and step into the best version of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Wenjin Liu

Wenjin Liu

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Believing in human resilience, autonomy, and complexity, I use a holistic, trauma-focused and culturally sensitive approach...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rosalind Ford

Rosalind Ford

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach to therapy is a strength based, holistic, solution focused approach to empower clients to reach their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Catalaine Knell

Catalaine Knell

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am a LCSW with experience working with individuals, couples and families, in a variety of clinical settings including the film & TV industry, Hollywood community MH, LA LBGTQ Center, and Braille Institute. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, anger, family and work relational issues, disabilities, as well as, grief and loss. I work with all ages and many cultures.

MSW at CSULA. I spent many years living in France; teaching at universities.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you

Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Newark

Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Newark starts with knowing what kind of support you're looking for. Some people seek help with anxiety, depression, or trauma that may be compounded by experiences of discrimination or minority stress. Others want a space to explore identity, navigate coming out, or work through relationship dynamics. A provider who is experienced in LGBTQIA+ care can meet you where you are — so you can focus on what brought you to therapy rather than explaining your identity.

When evaluating providers, look for licensed professionals (such as an LCSW, LPC, psychologist, or psychiatrist) who list LGBTQIA+ care as a specialty and describe their affirming approach in their bio. Reading about a provider's style, background, and areas of focus can help you decide if they're a good match before you book. On Headway, providers share detailed bios, and many offer a free phone consultation so you can connect before committing.

Therapy in Newark can be expensive out of pocket, but using your in-network insurance benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, and your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find an affirming provider who fits both your needs and your budget.

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