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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in New York

Find affirming mental health support in New York with 2,491 licensed providers who understand your unique experiences. Headway connects you with warm, open-minded therapists offering flexible virtual and in-person sessions covered by insurance, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session.

Sarah Miller

Sarah Miller

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My primary goal is for clients to feel safe and comfortable enough with me to express their concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Chandler

Ashley Chandler

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is to guide you in identifying what works for you along your healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robin Blaize

Robin Blaize

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“My approach is rooted in empathy and comfort, with a focus on delivering effective, evidence-based treatments that promote overall well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Lopez

Amanda Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style is warm, open, and empathetic, and I take a holistic view of healing—meeting you where you are and walking alongside you as you find your way back to balance and connection.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taemin Ahn

Taemin Ahn

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I'm a queer and nonbinary Korean therapist. I specialize in working to process racial, gendered, and sexual trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Saheed Jalade

Saheed Jalade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 10 years of healthcare experience and a strong medical background, currently providing psychiatric care in an outpatient clinical setting. My experience helps me recognize the vital link between mental and physical health, allowing me to deliver thoughtful, comprehensive care to my patients.

I focus on treating individuals with anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress, burnout, and mood disorders through thorough psychiatric assessments, medication management, and supportive therapy. My aim is to foster a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard and respected.

I believe mental health treatment is most effective when it is collaborative and personalized. I work closely with each client to develop a tailored treatment plan that promotes emotional well-being, stability, and an improved quality of life.

telehealth psychiatry, mental health nurse practitioner in New York, helping patients through virtual care, accepting insurance, medication management for anxiety and depression, adult ADHD and bipolar disorder treatment, trauma and PTSD management, women's mental health, postpartum depression, and integrated psychiatry services.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Maureen Eziuzo

Maureen Eziuzo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I am a Board-Certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 11 years of experience as a Psychiatric Registered Nurse. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals across the lifespan.

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and trauma-related conditions. My approach is patient-centered and collaborative, creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported.

I offer medication management along with supportive therapy, psychoeducation, and guidance on lifestyle changes to promote overall mental wellness.

My goal is to help you achieve stability, build resilience, and improve your quality of life. I look forward to working with you on your mental health journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Heather Trotta

Heather Trotta

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Sometimes words aren't enough to express what's really going on inside. In our work together, I encourage the use of creative expression—such as writing, drawing, painting, or sculpting—as a way to explore and communicate your inner experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Nancy Berg

Nancy Berg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rochester, NY


“At the heart of my work is a deep belief that relationships and genuine connection are what matter most.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Ann Mallon

Kelly Ann Mallon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amityville, NY


“My approach to therapy will always remain warm, creative, light-hearted and rooted in safety and connection.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amin Othman

Amin Othman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have a very light and fun energy I like to bring to sessions but I take a realistic and supportive approach to therapy, helping clients explore their thoughts and feelings more deeply.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Octavia Phoenix

Octavia Phoenix

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Octavia is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who believes everyone is the author of their own life story, and that every story deserves to be heard.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Onukwue

Andrea Onukwue

Therapist

Virtual • Chappaqua, NY


“I believe true healing happens when you feel seen, understood, and supported, rather than relying solely on willpower.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Janet LeMoal

Janet LeMoal

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I prioritize listening to and validating people's experiences. Therapy with me is person-centered and collaborative.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kelly Zepf

Kelly Zepf

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am committed to providing a warm, open, and supportive space where you feel safe to share your story. My approach is grounded in kindness, collaboration, and genuine care, allowing us to build a trusting relationship at your own pace.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaudi Adel

Shaudi Adel

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My hope is to help you create a "life worth living" in which you can be the best version of yourself and feel more confident in the resilient person you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chandler Winter

Chandler Winter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


“I am dedicated to offering my clients a welcoming, nonjudgmental setting—a secure space where they can address the challenges that may hinder them from achieving the life they aspire to live.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Xiomara Santos-Abreu

Xiomara Santos-Abreu

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“In treatment, I help reframe and reconsider life experiences, while lending courage, hopeful passion, and respect for individuality and values, seeking deeper meaning, and solutions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alexis Valentin

Alexis Valentin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Together, we'll navigate the difficult stuff with skills, humor, resilience, and lots of reflection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Flemmings

Patricia Flemmings

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Are you at the end of the road where you don’t have anyone to turn to for help? Have you exhausted all tools and is facing infidelity, depression and anxiety and you are looking to improve your mental health and repair your marriage ? Well you have found the right place! I’m hear to listen to you without prejudgments. Let’s work this out together !

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Molly Perreaud

Molly Perreaud

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Healing includes change, change can be uncomfortable, but that is when you know that you truly are healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Leeann Medina-Martinez

Leeann Medina-Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am here to provide support and suggestions but I like giving my clients the ability to discover their strengths throughout our time together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachael Giustino

Rachael Giustino

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take a trauma-informed, compassionate, and collaborative approach to therapy. My role is to help you reconnect with your strengths, restore a sense of control, and create space for growth that feels steady and empowering.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mary Tere Guillon

Mary Tere Guillon

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My holistic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness strategies, creating a safe space for personal growth and resilience as we work toward your life goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Guber

Laura Guber

Therapist

Virtual • Forest Hills, NY


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in empowering and helping individuals develop a deeper insight into themselves and their relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sansan MA

Sansan MA

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi there! I am Sansan, a 9-year practitioner with ongoing honing clinical skills, big fan of chocolate ice-cream. I view the client-therapist relationship as a collaborative alliance. You are the shining center, and I shall cast you toward the spotlight. One of the bravest things you can do is check out a therapeutic journey with me!

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Clark

Barbara Clark

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to work with you to restore your strength and joy by letting go of old stories and refreshing yourself with what is needed in the present, which becomes the link for sustainable change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alea Holman

Alea Holman

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I believe meaningful growth begins when you can show up fully as yourself and feel supported in the process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susannah Mileshin

Susannah Mileshin

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I work to immediately dismantle patterns which perpetuate stress and unhappiness in close relationships while treating the nervous system dysregulation responsible for symptoms like anxiety, depressed mood or insomnia.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 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 10 insurance carriers
Cheyenne Muelthaler

Cheyenne Muelthaler

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood and empowered to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christian Kraidman

Christian Kraidman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy combines thoughtful insight with real conversation... so we can better understand what may be keeping them stuck and how they can move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lucia Castellano

Lucia Castellano

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I can assist with those struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, negative thoughts, illness, loss and letting go of old patterns to promote a healthier lifestyle.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Alex Kehoe

Alex Kehoe

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hey there! I'm an LCSW and psychotherapist with over 4 years of experience. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ teens and adults and people living with depression, anxiety, and the impact of trauma. I create a space where your full self is welcome—your identity, culture, feelings, and questions.

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

Marian Calle

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am especially passionate about providing care for neurodivergent folks. To this end, please feel free to curse, stim, and do what you need to feel comfortable in session!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Octavio Moreno-Lomeli

Octavio Moreno-Lomeli

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“You can always expect me to be transparent, compassionate, and engage you with unconditional positive regard.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gloria Sanchez

Gloria Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to working with my clients is to work with them from the place that they are at in life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Matthew Romanki

Matthew Romanki

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take a deep and active interest in the physical, emotional and psychosocial well-being of each and every one of my Patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 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 an LGBTQIA+ Therapist in New York

Searching for LGBTQIA+ therapists in New York starts with finding identity-affirming care that fits your specific needs. Across the state, needs and available therapists can vary between urban and rural areas, so it helps to look for therapists who clearly list experience with LGBTQIA+ clients, affirmative therapy, WPATH training, or gender-diverse care. You may also want support related to identity, relationships, family conflict, anxiety, depression, or life transitions. Reading a therapist’s listed specialties and approach can help you understand whether their background matches the kind of support you want.

From New York City to Buffalo and Albany, access to LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists can look different depending on where you live. In larger areas, you may have more options to compare; in smaller markets, virtual sessions can expand your search beyond nearby offices. As you narrow your options, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and whether their background or communication style feels aligned with your preferences. Therapist bios can be especially useful when they mention LGBTQIA+ populations directly, explain what sessions are like, or describe an affirming approach in clear terms.

The cost of mental health care in New York varies, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway makes it easier to find LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists who take insurance, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, and compare virtual and in-person availability. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can confirm your coverage based on your location and plan details. From there, you can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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