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LGBT therapists in Salem, OR

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Salem, OR

Seeking LGBTQIA+-affirming mental health support in Salem? Headway offers free consultations with empowering providers available as soon as tomorrow. Our network supports talk therapy and medication management to help you thrive authentically.

Amber Mariolle

Amber Mariolle

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Veronika Solomon

Veronika Solomon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I understand what it feels like to move through the world with multiple marginalized identities, and I bring that lived perspective into my clinical practice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Holly Shannon

Holly Shannon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Portland, OR


“I have particular expertise in women's mental health throughout the reproductive years, though I welcome anyone seeking compassionate, evidence-based care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brannon La Force

Brannon La Force

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss. I consider it a privilege to stand with another individual as he or she resolves great pain. I specialize in treating clients with trauma, relationship issues, and borderline personality disorder.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maricarmella Baker

Maricarmella Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My therapy focuses on providing compassionate, direct, personalized care using a warm, emphatic and interactive approach to counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Craig Parton

Craig Parton

Therapist

Virtual • Salem, OR


“You can expect me to be kind, clear and honest in my approach. I will ask a lot of questions to help you examine your underlying beliefs...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Adrienne Holloway

Adrienne Holloway

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Medford, OR


Accepting new patients. I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Holsan Behavioral Health who provides medication management with psychotherapy to ages six and older. I offer in-person appointments in Raleigh, NC, and telehealth services across the state of North Carolina. I specialize in attention difficulties, behavioral challenges, mood challenges, anxiety, psychosis, personality disorders, sleep, military issues, and trauma.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ronda Johnson

Ronda Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I believe mental health care should be compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shannon Eaton

Shannon Eaton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hillsboro, OR


“I create a safe and supportive environment and make referrals when needed. The goal is to get you feeling better SOONER rather than later.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jean-Marie Schweizer

Jean-Marie Schweizer

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I work from an existential-humanistic perspective, focusing on individuals' meaning-making and recognizing their strive toward self-actualization.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Katherine Cooper

Katherine Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My style is practical, collaborative, and grounded in helping you understand both your thoughts and your nervous system.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sumaiya Ahmed

Sumaiya Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I believe my purpose is to teach you the tools needed that will empower you to move forward and live your life to the fullest.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Stierley

Joshua Stierley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“My approach blends medication management with integrative therapy strategies to help you find balance and relief.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Casey VanHoutan

Casey VanHoutan

Therapist

Virtual • Tigard, OR


“I like to approach counseling through a holistic lens based on the assumption of the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Erin Bythrow

Erin Bythrow

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience providing thoughtful, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating a wide range of challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elena Marchesan

Elena Marchesan

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I am particularly passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to create a safe, affirming space where authenticity and acceptance are prioritized.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Medina

Jennifer Medina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Salem, OR


“When you meet with Jennifer, you can expect a warm atmosphere filled with genuine compassion and understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Anna Larson

Anna Larson

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I have a passion for helping individuals feel more empowered navigating life's challenges, work through past traumas, and feel an increased sense of connection to self and others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Martin Avellaneda

Martin Avellaneda

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I take a systemic approach to counseling, which just means I help you view what influences you internally and externally.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Salem, OR


“He empowers his clients with the tools to be in control, advocate for themselves and make well-informed treatment decisions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Cara Bussell

Dr. Cara Bussell

Psychologist

Virtual • Oregon


“Clients often describe me as calm, genuine, and steady. Together, we'll work to understand what's keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools that help you move toward the life you want.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Claire Morrison

Claire Morrison

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


I’ve worked as a therapist for the past ten years, helping people untangle their stories and find compassion for the messy, imperfect parts of being human. My own experiences as a client deeply shaped my approach. I bring empathy, warmth, and a genuine understanding of how vulnerable therapy can feel. I work with clients of all ages, from tweens to adults, to build insight, resilience, and self-acceptance. My style is collaborative and grounded in authenticity, humor, and humanity. Above all, I aim to create a space where you can feel understood, supported, and free to explore what healing might look like for you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gregory Peterson

Dr. Gregory Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I am a counseling generalist specializing in working with teens and young adults, university students, and new parents.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Yvonne Ekama

Yvonne Ekama

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I'm a Dual-Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over seventeen years of psychiatric nursing experience with focus on medication management and supportive therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tobby Uzodinma

Tobby Uzodinma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Portland, OR


“I am that psychiatric practitioner who understands that mental health often involves trauma and stigma; therefore, I always endeavor building a strong therapeutic alliance...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nolanda Bush Msw, Lcsw

Nolanda Bush Msw, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


Hello and welcome to therapy. You are one step closer on your journey to achieving your goals, passions, and intentions. You and I will develop a therapeutic relationship as you work through trauma, anxiety, depression, and other areas that you would like growth in. You will utilize the strengths that you already have, and keep expanding on those. It is my job to create a safe, open, and person-centered environment. I look forward to working with you on your healing journey! Keep going and growing.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Blacksmith

Megan Blacksmith

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I've been working with people who identify as LGBTQIA+ for over 4 years, and I bring genuine affirmation to that work — not just tolerance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brian Wolfe

Brian Wolfe

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I do enjoy working with engaged individuals, teenagers, couples and families interested in learning more about themselves and their relationships in the world.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Don Cleland

Dr. Don Cleland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Springfield, OR


“My approach is whole-person and collaborative. I draw on my background in both psychiatry and family practice to provide care that's patient-centered and tailored to your unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara Lytle

Sara Lytle

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My goal is to help my clients find meaning and hope amidst suffering; experience greater awareness and psychological flexibility; and live in alignment with their deepest values.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madeline Ball

Madeline Ball

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I love working with couples developing healthy sexualities, LGBTQIA+ individuals developing their sexual and gender expression, and people on the journey of healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lesley Crafts

Lesley Crafts

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I specialize in working with individuals and families navigating symptoms of PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions and family dynamics.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Spencer Winchester

Spencer Winchester

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tristin Fouche

Tristin Fouche

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I work with people who are used to holding a lot — being the strong one, the reliable one, the one who figures it out — and are ready to slow down and reconnect with themselves in a real way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lora Hasse

Lora Hasse

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My goal is to offer a supportive, compassionate space where you can slow down, make sense of what you've been carrying, and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Katrina Long

Katrina Long

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“As a queer and affirming therapist, I am honored to have the opportunity to walk beside you and help support you with therapeutic tools, learning new practices, exploring fear and identifying opportunities for growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Pillster

Lauren Pillster

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I strive to create a safe, but relaxed atmosphere so that you are free to explore topics most important you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephanie Schabel

Stephanie Schabel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I specialize in ADHD, depression, and anxiety while blending evidence-based conventional psychiatry with holistic and functional approaches.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Ward

Laura Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I use evidence-based approaches to help clients develop insight, build practical skills, and create meaningful progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Milagros Garcia

Milagros Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore the challenges you're facing at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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