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LGBT therapists in Buffalo, NY

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Buffalo, NY

Find affirming mental health support in Buffalo with 2,523 licensed providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ care. Headway connects you with warm, open-minded therapists who understand your unique journey, offering flexible virtual or in-person sessions with copays as low as $0.

Stefan Stanjevic

Stefan Stanjevic

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in helping clients navigate challenges such as low self-esteem, anxiety, difficulty regulating emotions, depression, relationship conflicts, trauma, and more.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sylwia Wielgosz

Sylwia Wielgosz

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work primarily with queer and other LGBTQIAP+ clients, offering an affirming space where you do not have to explain or defend who you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Identity issues, OCD, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Leigha Rogers

Leigha Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I believe therapy should be both a safe place to land and a space that inspires meaningful change. As an art and talk therapist, I offer a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences, emotions, and patterns with honesty and curiosity.

I integrate creative expression with traditional psychotherapy, recognizing that sometimes words alone are not enough. Through art-making, reflection, and conversation, I help clients deepen their self-understanding, process difficult experiences, and connect with strengths they may not yet fully recognize.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Amanda Sifonte

Amanda Sifonte

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi, I’m Amanda Sifonte, LCSW. I work with teens, adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, stress, chronic health conditions, grief, and life transitions. I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood. Using a collaborative and individualized approach, I tailor treatment to your unique needs and goals, helping you build practical skills, gain insight, and move toward lasting growth and well-being.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Sandra Hunt

Dr. Sandra Hunt

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I value building a strong therapeutic connection—without confusing jargon—so that you feel understood, respected, and supported from the start.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Logan Lewis

Logan Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I strive to provide a safe and comfortable environment that will help you share your story and successfully process through your needs and struggles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Molly Holmes

Molly Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is transparent and collaborative - I'll always let you know why I'm asking a certain question or what benefit I think a certain recommendation might have for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Arthur Chen

Dr. Arthur Chen

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


Hi, I'm Dr. Arthur Chen, a licensed psychologist in Boca Raton and a Clinical Director. My passion is helping you navigate challenges and build lasting well-being through evidence-based strategies, genuine empathy, and active collaboration.

I specialize in Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, eating disorder recovery, and substance abuse recovery. Our practice, where I'm Clinical Director, also handles severe issues like bipolar disorder and psychosis.

My style is active, empathetic, and results-oriented. I don't just listen; I provide direct feedback and insightful questions to deepen your self-awareness. I'll gently challenge you to explore new perspectives and identify patterns, always in a safe space. My core is unconditional positive regard and profound care, ensuring you feel safe and accepted, truly heard and understood.

My strength is equipping you with practical skills for daily life. I provide concrete tools to manage difficult emotions, improve communication, develop robust coping mechanisms, and cultivate emotional resilience. My commitment is tangible results: symptom reduction, sustainable recovery, deeper self-discovery, and ultimately, an improved quality of life. Whether you want to "figure things out" or enhance your mental fitness, I'm here to guide you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gabrielle Lowell

Gabrielle Lowell

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As an opera singer turned LCSW, I bring a creative and unique perspective to the therapeutic process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Claude Borenzweig

Claude Borenzweig

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“Working primarily in short-term cognitive behavioral models, trouble areas are defined and broken down.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vincent Handon

Vincent Handon

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


Hello, I’m Vincent. I am a Licensed Psychoanalyst/Psychotherapist (LP) with a private practice in Manhattan, offering both in-person and telehealth sessions. I bring my own lived experiences and cultural attunement into the room to build a deeply trusting and authentic therapeutic alliance with my clients.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Duncan

Christina Duncan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is neurodiverse affirming, informed by personal experience having grown up in a neurodiverse household.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Marin

Samantha Marin

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable and understood, while also beginning to find greater clarity and confidence in the path ahead.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eduardo Sanchez

Eduardo Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I especially enjoy working with individuals and others who may feel like they're "holding it together" on the outside, while struggling inside.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mayra Ramirez

Mayra Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to provide an empathic, supportive, and therapeutic environment where clients feel safe, heard, and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lee Kehoe

Lee Kehoe

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and deeply compassionate—I believe therapy should feel like a safe, supportive conversation where you can be yourself without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jose Mejia

Jose Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My work focuses on helping young people navigate challenges such as anxiety, stress, self-esteem, and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nataly Guardiola

Nataly Guardiola

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a bilingual Latina Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ming Lee

Ming Lee

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I bring warmth, creativity, and a sense of humor into the room, because therapy doesn't have to feel heavy all the time.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Lee Feldman

Lee Feldman

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


There is something very powerful about being heard and seen. New ideas, or previously concealed reservoirs of feeling can open up and lead us to make different choices, see things and people differently, feel more fully alive. My background is in the creative arts and I truly enjoy learning about my patients' lives. I believe in the power of collaborative listening, and in letting the multiple strands of your story emerge in a comfortable, safe, consistent and supportive space. Through supportive, insight-oriented therapy, I can help you process feelings of anxiety, depression, grief and a sense of being overwhelmed.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lucy Notaro

Lucy Notaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nyack, NY


“I am a client-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent, and trauma-focused therapist dedicated to helping you heal and thrive.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Richard Higgins

Richard Higgins

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I try to bring a unique blend of warmth, humor, and caring directness to create an environment to safely explore what the barriers might be that are blocking the progress you are seeking.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Fausat Odubiyi

Dr. Fausat Odubiyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, she may specialize in Schizophrenia and Mood Disorders, in addition to other conditions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Herbert Levine

Herbert Levine

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I combine evidence-based tools with a warm, conversational approach to help you gain clarity and confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Rowney

Joseph Rowney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I strive to create an authentic and warm therapeutic relationship and a space where patients will feel like they can be their true selves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Genevieve Gellert

Genevieve Gellert

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in sex therapy for adults reclaiming their identity after life, health, relationship, or sexual changes.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Diabetes, Grief or loss
Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Hall Stachniewicz

Andrea Hall Stachniewicz

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I approach my clinical work through a systemic lens, recognizing how socio political and institutional factors shape identity, mental health, and access to care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tanya Rosen

Tanya Rosen

Therapist

Virtual • Hampton Bays, NY


“I believe that therapy can be a transformative process that can help us learn to open ourselves to not only deeper parts of our psyches but also assist us in learning how to open ourselves to identifying our true core values and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tossica Mckinnon

Tossica Mckinnon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“Beyond diagnoses like depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, or other complex psychiatric conditions, there is a person with a unique perspective, lived experiences, and hopes for their future.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Trina Murray

Trina Murray

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a warm, grounded therapist who prioritizes emotional safety while building genuine rapport. Once trust is established, I thoughtfully challenge clients in ways that promote insight and growth without undermining that sense of security. I allow glimpses of my own humanity, which helps clients feel understood while still maintaining clear professional boundaries. Overall, my style reflects a balance of compassion, depth, and seasoned clinical judgment.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Mariama Diallo

Dr. Mariama Diallo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Dr. Diallo uses a holistic approach, drawn from a system theory that acknowledges the importance of understanding the role of interdependence...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sonia Portugal

Sonia Portugal

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“In addition to traditional techniques like talk therapy and cognitive strategies, I use mindfulness practices, body-based tools like breathwork and creative exercises, depending on what resonates with you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hertzen Vilela

Hertzen Vilela

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is rooted in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel truly heard, understood, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darwin Rodriguez

Darwin Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I became a therapist after working through my own healing journey. As a survivor of trauma and someone in recovery from depression, anxiety, and substance use, I know what it's like to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Rosey Puloka

Rosey Puloka

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is relational, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. Sessions are more conversational than clinical.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Hunter

Dr. Jennifer Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I will help you explore the underlying conditions that may be impacting your ability to put yourself first and move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tomasina Beckford

Tomasina Beckford

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“She prides herself on providing a warm and compassionate setting where clients can feel comfortable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Garcia

Elizabeth Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My warm, empathic, and goal-oriented approach focuses on uncovering effective coping strategies and setting attainable goals, all rooted in evidence-based practices.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Peggy Gorel

Peggy Gorel

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel emotionally safe and actively involved in their care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Alan

Leslie Alan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Working with someone in a therapeutic relationship that is focused on what is important to you can be powerful and empowering.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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 an LGBTQIA Therapist in Buffalo, NY

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Buffalo starts with looking for identity-affirming care. A therapist’s experience with LGBTQIA+ concerns can shape how they support identity exploration, gender dysphoria, relationship stress, family dynamics, anxiety, or depression. As you compare options, look for therapists who list affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or direct work with LGBTQIA+ communities in their profiles.

Buffalo has a broad mental health care community, but the number of therapists with explicit LGBTQIA+ experience may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and specialty. Virtual sessions can expand your options if you want an affirming therapist who may be a good fit for your needs and accepts your insurance. Before booking, review each therapist’s bio for details on populations served, therapy approach, availability, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.

Therapy in Buffalo can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs, and Headway helps make that process clearer by showing estimated costs before you book. You can search for LGBTQIA+ therapists, enter your insurance details, review therapist profiles, and book directly when you’re ready.

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