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LGBT therapists in Yonkers, NY

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Yonkers, NY

Find open-minded, warm therapists in Yonkers specializing in LGBTQIA mental health through Headway's diverse provider network. With flexible scheduling, virtual sessions, and insurance coverage options, you can focus on your care while we handle the costs—many clients pay as little as $0 per session.

Erin Ellis

Erin Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I collaborate with her clients, meeting them where they are and helping them find personalized solutions to achieve their goals and become their best selves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emma Gonzalez

Emma Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a proud first-generation child of immigrant parents, I understand the unique challenges of navigating different cultural landscapes...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Anton Krasnitskiy

Anton Krasnitskiy

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I strive to create a space that is warm, curious, and nonjudgmental, a place where you can explore your experiences safely and at your own pace!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Zinaida Polishchuk

Zinaida Polishchuk

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I utilize psychodynamic, person-oriented, cognitive behavioral techniques, and other integrative approaches.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ryan Kipping

Ryan Kipping

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe strongly that effective treatment includes a holistic and intentional approach, utilizing a variety of evidence-based and inclusive modalities...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Edward Geraty

Edward Geraty

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“You can expect to leave the sessions with a greater understanding of how your thoughts and emotions affect your behaviors and your life experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. David Reetz

Dr. David Reetz

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“In our work together, I will not ask you to complete worksheets, talk about breathing or the importance of mindfulness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexander Bingham

Dr. Alexander Bingham

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I am one of the only people in the world trained in helping those who wish to avoid, minimize, or discontinue medications prescribed for psychological distress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Beaton

Jennifer Beaton

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi, I’m Jen, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a mental health therapist with experience in the field since 2018. I’m passionate about helping people better understand themselves and grow into the lives they want to lead.

My training includes crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, DBT, Functional Family Therapy, and Gottman Couples Therapy.

I work with clients navigating a range of challenges, including relationship issues, anxiety, ADHD, and identity exploration related to gender and sexuality. As a queer therapist, I care deeply about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community—especially in these troubling times.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grace Bothwell

Grace Bothwell

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work to co-create a space where a person can come to an honest acceptance and of themselves and their experiences, using a warm, interpersonal approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Manuel Peralta

Manuel Peralta

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a dedicated and compassionate collaborator committed to helping you navigate life's challenges. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and deeply empathetic. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by trauma, grief, or the daily stresses of life, I’m here to support and empower you.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Rebecca Benedict

Rebecca Benedict

Therapist

Virtual • New York


In addition to being a LMHC in the state of NY, I'm also just a human gal navigating life alongside 2 doodles and a cat; creating and interacting with nature plays an important role in my life, but before you think I'm just a calm collected artist haunting the woods mysteriously, I'm also known for sitting on a comfy chair for way too long, re-watching the same shows from the early 2000s, and collecting copious amounts of craft and art supplies that I swear I will use someday.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jonathan Lang

Jonathan Lang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My background in diverse psychiatric settings allows me to blend medical expertise with a down-to-earth, human approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lori Litovsky

Lori Litovsky

Therapist

Virtual • Staten Island, NY


“I tend to be direct in a warm way, and I'll challenge clients when needed while still making sure they feel supported.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Whitney Coulson

Whitney Coulson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work with high-achieving adults, LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals, and professionals navigating identity, anxiety, burnout...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrol Bissoondial

Carrol Bissoondial

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My focus on is mindfulness-based therapy which is an approach that emphasizes the practice of mindfulness as a means of improving mental well-being and promoting psychological healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kinga Pieta

Kinga Pieta

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative space where you can feel heard and understood. My work is guided by a passion for helping individuals navigate challenges, uncover their strengths, and achieve personal growth. I prioritize staying up-to-date with the latest evidence-based practices through ongoing learning and professional development.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Abigail Nunn

Abigail Nunn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tonawanda, NY


“At the heart of my practice as a holistic trauma therapist is the belief that everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and encouraged...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Samantha Aversano

Samantha Aversano

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a cheerleader for my clients, empowering them to make the next step in a goal or speak their mind.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Thomas

Allison Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to continue to hold a safe space - free of judgement - for clients to express/process thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Talia Spruill

Talia Spruill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“The goal is to empower clients with knowledge, effective treatments, and practical strategies to improve their mental well-being and achieve their treatment goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Julie Noest

Julie Noest

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, each person is unique in their struggles and needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joseph Jean Charles

Joseph Jean Charles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hempstead, NY


“My approach is straightforward, supportive, and practical — I focus on listening carefully and creating a plan that actually fits your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 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
Shelby Muhammedi

Shelby Muhammedi

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I implement a strengths-based perspective methodology. This means I take a holistic and individualistic approach by working through your personal history, environment, lifestyle, and spirituality. Your past is not indicative of your future. Everyone has a personal story that needs to be heard; therefore, I hope to build a partnership that's rooted in a judgment-free environment.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tina Payne

Tina Payne

Therapist

Virtual • West Hempstead, NY


“I am naturally an empathetic and compassionate person. My years of training have only magnified this tendency.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Juerri Lopez

Juerri Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


As a bilingual psychotherapist having worked with a wide range of demographics and populations over the years, i have learned providing a nonjudgemental and warm space is the foundation of effective therapy. Whether this is your first time in therapy or returning back, we will work together in achieving your goals by tailoring the tools specifically to your needs.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lucia Vicente

Lucia Vicente

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a strong believer in treatment that validates the dignity and worth of a person through humanistic approaches.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Linda Beezer

Linda Beezer

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi, I'm Linda. I'm a licensed mental health counselor who works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to help them navigate relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, grief, loss, and mood disruptions. I obtained my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from SUNY New Paltz and specialize in couples work, utilizing an Emotionally Focused Therapy approach.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cassandra Nunez

Dr. Cassandra Nunez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“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 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Stella Stempel Vlcek

Dr. Stella Stempel Vlcek

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Welcome to Stem Wellness! My name is Stella Stempel, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Psychologist. In over 10 years of private practice, I worked with individuals, couples, and families. My approach is consistent, incremental change coupled with healthy thoughts that leads to a more satisfying life. Changing the way we act affects the way we feel and the way we view ourselves. When working with me, you are guided towards intentional living and healthy thought processes.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yazmin Pena

Yazmin Pena

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I prefer to use a holistic approach and look to partner with you in the way in which you'd like treatment to proceed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lauren Faleri

Lauren Faleri

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My background as a crisis therapist has strengthened my ability to meet clients where they are at- utilizing an empathic, calm, clear path forward during challenging times.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Raneen Siyam

Raneen Siyam

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal as a therapist is to meet you where you are and help you help yourself through compassion and by challenging you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Forman

Sharon Forman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I consider myself not only a therapist but a healer. I am down to earth, highly skilled and have many years of training and experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Patricia Ames

Patricia Ames

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My specialty area is neurodivergence, with a particular focus on those who feel the world was not built for them and the associated challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Chollak

Christine Chollak

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


*Please note I am only able to treat patients located in NY state.

As a Board Certified PMHNP, I use medication management to treat mental health disorders in a supportive and compassionate environment. I work with individuals to identify safe and appropriate strategies that align with their preferences and goals of treatment. After working with many different populations, I have adopted a comprehensive, patient focused, and evidence-based treatment approach rooted in interdisciplinary care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nelson Ho

Nelson Ho

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My framework is liberation psychology and my practice is rooted in radical self compassion in relation with others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Corine Patti

Corine Patti

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I help clients focus on empowering themselves to make informed decisions for their mental health and overall well being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

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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 Yonkers

Finding an LGBTQIA-affirming therapist in Yonkers starts with understanding what kind of support you're looking for. Some people seek help with anxiety, depression, or relationship concerns that may be shaped by experiences of minority stress or discrimination. Others want a provider who can support identity exploration, coming out, or navigating family dynamics — without needing to explain the basics of LGBTQIA+ life. An affirming therapist acknowledges and respects your identity as a foundation for care, not something to work around.

Yonkers and the broader Westchester County area are home to a range of licensed providers, including therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists, who specialize in LGBTQIA-affirming care. When evaluating a provider, consider reading their bio to learn about their training, therapeutic approach, and experience with LGBTQIA+ clients. A free phone consultation can also help you gauge whether a provider feels like the right match before committing to a session.

Therapy in the New York metro area can be expensive, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce your out-of-pocket costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before booking. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit — making it easier to find an LGBTQIA-affirming provider who fits both your needs and your budget.

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