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LGBT therapists in Westlake, OH
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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Westlake, OH
Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Westlake with 541 affirming, open-minded providers who offer both virtual and in-person sessions. Our network includes specialists experienced in supporting gender identity, sexual orientation, and related mental health concerns with evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs.
“Having coped with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and PTSD throughout my life, counseling is not just a profession for me; it's an opportunity to share the skills that I use every day.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I approach our first session with a discussion about the current problem that has brought you to therapy, Then I will ask you to give a timeline of your life to learn as much as I can about you and use a holistic approach while treating you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I offer a trauma-informed, affirming space to process complex emotions, reduce stress, and build resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I am a queer, immigrant, gender non-conforming therapist focusing on trauma, identity-struggles, neurodiversity and personality disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“It is my goal for clients to walk away from each session feeling like the gained some new personal insight and less stress than when they arrived.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe everyone needs to be met with compassion and acceptance because it takes courage to come to counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“Joe uses a holistic, evidence-based, and measurement driven treatment plan that prioritizes the patient's individual goals and long-term functional stability.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Clients often find my style collaborative and empowering, as I aim to walk alongside you in building resilience, rediscovering strengths, and creating a path forward that reflects your values and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. We'll focus on what matters most to you—whether that's managing anxiety, improving relationships, working through past experiences, or simply feeling more like yourself again.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My counseling style is warm and non-judgemental and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and, compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I'm a firm believer that my client should be able to walk away from each session with some new insight into their challenge(s) or at the very least, a new coping strategy to make things a little more bearable.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I utilize clinically proven solution-focused therapies and cognitive behavioral therapy to help individuals change unhelpful or unhealthy thinking, feeling, and behaving patterns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe that every person has the ability to heal. It is my job to listen, understand, and help guide my clients toward achieving their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about supporting adolescents and adults using an authentic, curious, and compassionate approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I embrace a strength-based, client-centered approach to assisting clients in identifying their needs, setting goals to achieve set outcomes, and cope through the stress of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Her professional interests center on trauma and human sexuality and she is committed to fostering inclusivity by tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each client navigating these complex aspects of the human experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matt is a veteran of the mental health industry with 20+ years of progressive experience. Practicing from a cultural-relational perspective, he believes in everyone's potential for greatness.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I draw from systems theory, strengths-based approaches, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to empower clients...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I see it as a space to better understand yourself, navigate life's challenges, and create change that feels aligned with who you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am passionate about providing a safe and warm therapeutic relationship to be able to process trauma, anxiety, relationships, grief and chronic illness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I help adults who feel stuck in patterns shaped by trauma, perfectionism, or growing up in environments where their needs weren't fully seen or supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Her work is rooted in the belief that healing happens within safe, compassionate relationships where clients feel truly seen, heard, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My speciality is helping clients navigate burnout through deep focus on values, exploration of connection between triggers and action, and understanding the mind-body connection through nervous system work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a person-centered therapist and direct in my communications with others. I believe that clear is kind...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is grounded, embodied, and relational. Rooted in the belief that healing happens when we listen to the wisdom of the body as much as the mind.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a space where you feel understood, respected, and empowered to create meaningful, sustainable change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Dr. Morris offers a thoughtful, direct, and collaborative approach, meeting individuals where they are—clinically and personally.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and practical. I use evidence-based methods like CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I describe my style as empathetic yet grounded, blending clinical expertise with a genuine, human-centered focus that prioritizes your unique lived experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am a size inclusive therapist and it is my passion to bring healing to those suffering from anxiety & depression, those who are pregnant & postpartum, who may be suffering from grief & loss, and who struggle with eating disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“Being a woman and a person of color allows me to approach my work with profound empathy and a commitment to advocating for those who share similar backgrounds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
I am very flexible and laid back. I always want to meet my clients where they are! I understand that finding a therapist and then getting started with therapy can be overwhelming. My goal is to make it as painless as possible!
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Like evergreen trees that remain green throughout the year, I believe there is growth in every season.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My clinical focus is on providing personalized, evidence-based medication management designed to meet each individual's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe there is a start point, a mid point, and a end point to therapy. My job is to work myself out of a job by giving you the tools and skills to handle most situations.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I'm direct, warm, and approachable, and I believe humor absolutely has a place in the therapy room because healing does not have to be heavy all the time.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Whether we're working through complex trauma, simple life concerns or anything in between, you'll come away from each session with the knowledge that life does get better, empowered to make changes big and small.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I have over 25 years of experience working with adults and adolescents in behavioral health. I work from a solution-focused perspective and use a variety of techniques to engage clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hi, I’m Wendy Durant-Nelson, LPC-S, PhD, N.D. New Orleans is home, and for more than 20 years I’ve had the privilege of helping adults, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. My counseling style blends evidence-based care with the warmth, authenticity, and genuine connection that the South is known for; you’ll find a space where you can show up exactly as you are and feel truly heard. I specialize in anxiety, OCD, trauma, relationship concerns, depression, and women’s issues, using practical, compassionate approaches tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for growth, I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your journey. ⚜️💜💚💛
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“In our work together, you can expect warmth, curiosity, patience, and a touch of humor as we create space for insight, release, healing, and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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