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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in New Jersey

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals across New Jersey with 1,109 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded care. Sessions are available in-person or virtually, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Megan McTeague

Megan McTeague

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Megan McTeague, MSW, LCSW specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Megan offers support for those struggling with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, identity development, self-harm and suicidality, stress management, ADHD, sexuality/gender concerns, life transitions, and more.

Please note: All appointments (including initial consultation) will be conducted via telehealth through my SimplePractice platform.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Dutton

Laurie Dutton

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work with adults who feel drained by anxiety, relationship stress, identity questions, or patterns that once helped them cope but no longer fit who they are becoming.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Allison Santero

Allison Santero

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am a LCSW with over 18 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health concerns...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jenna Pluard

Jenna Pluard

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My mission is to meet individuals with compassion and offer them a supportive and comfortable space where they can feel heard, understood, respected, and most importantly safe.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Ingram

Karen Ingram

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As a counselor, I work with clients to track patterns of thoughts and behaviors for deeper self-reflection and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gene Gosselin

Gene Gosselin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and my background blends clinical skills in both counseling and nursing. I have years of experience working with adults navigating anxiety, relationship patterns, identity questions, and major life transitions.

I’m a clear communicator and bring emotional steadiness and the ability to understand people quickly to my work.

In my practice, I work primarily with adults who want to understand themselves more deeply, break long‐standing patterns, and feel more grounded and confident in their daily lives. I have extensive experience supporting clients who struggle with self‐criticism, avoidance, perfectionism, and the lingering impact of family dynamics. I also work with high‐functioning professionals to help them maximize their insights, achieve balance, and unlock their potential.

Outside of my clinical work, I’m grounded by a long, loving marriage, a close circle of friends, and a life that includes equal parts structure and humor. I’m a dog person, someone who values connection and curiosity, and I try to show up fully in the relationships that matter. These parts of my life shape the way I practice: with steadiness, clarity, and a genuine respect for the complexity of being human.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sandhya Chilukala

Sandhya Chilukala

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect a warm, compassionate, and collaborative environment where their concerns are truly heard and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joseph Madonia

Joseph Madonia

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


NYU Graduate and Post- Graduate Clinical Professor

Director of the Post- MAster's Program in Addictions- NYU

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ezriel Sonnenschein

Ezriel Sonnenschein

Therapist

Virtual • Lakewood, NJ


“My therapy sessions are tailored to each client, ranging from explorative to practical, reflective to pragmatic.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jungho Kim

Jungho Kim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rochelle Park, NJ


“I specialize in working with children and adolescents, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, school-related concerns, family conflicts, and behavioral difficulties.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Tricia Rampersad

Dr. Tricia Rampersad

Therapist

Virtual • Hackettstown, NJ


Hi I am Dr. Tricia Rampersad. I earned my BA in Communications & Journalism at Fairleigh Dickinson University, MA in Counseling Psychology at NJ City University, and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) at California Southern University.

I have over 15 + of experience treating adults with depression, OCD, and anxiety disorders. I also enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ communities.

Training: Berkeley CBT Clinic, NJ Medical Center, Alameda Health System.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Angela Boyd

Angela Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My work with clients is insight-oriented, grounded in a cognitive-behavioral framework with a trauma-focused lens.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Katherine Duffy

Katherine Duffy

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Katie Duffy has over 20 years of experience in Clinical Social Work. She has experience working in an inpatient psychiatric unit, a school based youth services program, county corrections in the mental health department, and specialized therapeutic foster care in addition to outpatient therapy. She has experience with trauma and sexually problematic behavior in addition to treating mental health concerns.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicolisa Cohen

Nicolisa Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to create a space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered as they move toward healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dana Brouca

Dana Brouca

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Together, we work toward relieving the emotional burdens they carry while reconnecting with their strengths, building healthier coping strategies, and creating a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Helen Paulucci

Helen Paulucci

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach can be described to be warm, collaborative, and educational allowing for a sense of hope and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christian Cabrera

Christian Cabrera

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with knowledge in approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Therapy, and Play Therapy, I specialize in helping individuals work through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patricia Antoine-Lackish

Patricia Antoine-Lackish

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach focuses on creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their mental health journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Judith Schwartzhoff

Judith Schwartzhoff

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I have a Master's Degree in Social Work and over 30 years of experience in Mental Health Treatment. I work with adults who are struggling with a variety of issues including stress, self esteem, family conflicts and life changes such as divorce or loss or change in jobs. I specialize in working with elderly around issues of health, retirement and loss.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Creegan

Courtney Creegan

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful changes at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danielle Berju

Danielle Berju

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi! I'm Danielle. My goal is to help you get on the right medication and off medications that are not working. However, medication is only part of helping you feel your best. Therefore, I also include therapy and holistic wellness (support with nutrition, exercise, sleep, & mindfulness) as part of my integrative treatment. My goal is for you to feel safe, heard, included and well informed in your treatment decisions. To book an appointment, please visit https://healingtreehp.intakeq.com/booking

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Sarmiento

Elizabeth Sarmiento

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect a therapeutic environment that is safe, comfortable, and conducive to emotional expression and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amanda Hudson

Amanda Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Learning to control your emotions allows you to get back in the drivers seat, instead of your emotions telling you what you will feel, when you will feel it, and how you will engage with others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Heather Bielefeldt

Heather Bielefeldt

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience providing compassionate, person-centered therapy to adults navigating anxiety, depression, serious mental illness, trauma, and complex life stressors. My clinical background spans community mental health, supportive housing, and outreach-based services, allowing me to work effectively with individuals facing co-occurring disorders, housing instability, and major life transitions.

I believe therapy works best when clients feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. My approach is collaborative and practical, helping clients identify strengths, build coping skills, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change at their own pace.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Despina Pittas

Despina Pittas

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“When people have hope and can learn to challenge and replace negative thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes, people are free to experience change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Victor Perez

Victor Perez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I view you as a whole person—not just a set of symptoms. My goal is to create a genuine, non-judgmental partnership where you feel safe to explore your story.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Debbie Panciello

Debbie Panciello

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take an eclectic therapeutic approach by integrating techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), strength-based therapy (SBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, inner child, and seeking safety.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tina Gillems

Tina Gillems

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I like to use the following Evidence based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution Focused therapy, Person-Centered therapy, and Motivational interviewing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Seidler

Jessica Seidler

Therapist

Virtual • Fairfield, NJ


“I create a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you can share openly, while I actively listen to your experiences, challenges, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Mark Heffernan

Mark Heffernan

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work well with clients navigating sobriety, harm reduction, and sober curiosity, and I'm often told I'm especially effective with LGBTQIA+ individuals and male-identifying clients seeking a safer, more authentic space to heal, express...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eulices Montiel-Fernandez

Eulices Montiel-Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a person centered and solution focused approach when working with individuals to help them understand the circumstances they are in and empower them to make the necessary changes in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Leah Wright

Leah Wright

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Haddonfield, NJ


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Perinatal Mental Health specialist, and I support women through pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, loss, and the many transitions of motherhood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alyssa Somohano

Alyssa Somohano

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a client-centered approach to therapy, which means that we will work together to identify and strive towards your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rebecca Desousa

Rebecca Desousa

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I aim to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and never judged.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ahylzabeth Giannantonio

Ahylzabeth Giannantonio

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I create a safe environment, following your pace where we identify, set and modify goals always knowing that progress in not a linear process and I will there to support you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Linda Akucewicz-Pinzon

Linda Akucewicz-Pinzon

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am open-minded and creative and will look for perspectives to help my patients move toward and achieve their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lillian Osaigbovo, Lcsw

Lillian Osaigbovo, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As an ally who stands in solidarity with refugees and immigrants of any status, she focuses on cultural sensitivity, accommodating the differing values and attitudes of diverse populations and cultures.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lauren Greenfield

Lauren Greenfield

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Using mindfulness to connect your emotions and thoughts, you can develop your own toolkit to feeling relief.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Cirillo

Diana Cirillo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“In warm, client-centered sessions, clients can expect to examine the issues and experiences that brought them to therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Yessenia Guglielmi

Dr. Yessenia Guglielmi

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My unique therapeutic approach integrates somatic dialogue, psychodynamic techniques, CBT, DBT, restorative writing, transpersonal, and humanistic modalities...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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