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LGBT therapists in Erie, PA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Erie, PA

Finding an LGBTQIA-affirming therapist in Erie is easier with Headway's extensive network of warm, inquisitive providers trained in supportive care. Sessions are covered by insurance with an average savings of 75%, and many patients pay as low as $0 per session.

Glenn Shrum

Glenn Shrum

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that meaningful change often begins through developing a different kind of attention to one's experience—helping us notice habits of thought and feeling that once served a purpose but now limit our freedom, relationships, or sense of...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lori Carpenter

Lori Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I've built a practice grounded in creating a truly affirming, safe space — especially for the LGBTQ+ community and survivors of trauma, domestic violence, and complex experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashlyn Parks

Ashlyn Parks

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am also a certified kink and poly informed clinician, and work as a gender affirming and sex positive professional.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Cadaret

Dr. Michael Cadaret

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am collaborative in my approach, working with clients to make goals and work towards their desired outcomes for therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Konrad Hershey

Konrad Hershey

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach blends practical tools with compassionate support, creating space for growth, resilience, and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dorothy Arnold

Dorothy Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I bring a collaborative approach to our work, helping you navigate challenges, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful, lasting change!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jackie Gonzalez

Jackie Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hey there! I’m a licensed clinical social worker with experience providing both group and individual therapy. My background includes work in addiction, mental health, and crisis intervention. I’ve had the privilege of supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and build healthier connections.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stephanie Lunt

Stephanie Lunt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Philadelphia, PA


“My approach is direct, grounded in humor and authenticity, and centered on building connections that foster growth and change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lenka Sarzynski

Lenka Sarzynski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I strive to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Roderick(Roe) Thomas

Roderick(Roe) Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“As someone who has lived experience as a Black trans nonbinary polyamorous person I have had to navigate this and more on my life journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Burman

Brian Burman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I strive to co-create a warm, open-minded, and person-centered space in my work with individuals and couples.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jesseca Smith

Dr. Jesseca Smith

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is compassionate, genuine, and collaborative. I'll bring my professional training and experience to our work, but you're the expert on your own life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Julie Brieger

Dr. Julie Brieger

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe in an interpersonal approach to therapy, where counseling is a collaborative process between the therapist and client...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Panic disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erica Shane

Erica Shane

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I use humor in therapy as a way to help us find relief from feeling controlled by overwhelming emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Roberto Martinez

Roberto Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am a firm believer that all of us go through tough times in our lives, but also that given the proper therapeutic tools you will meet your mental health goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Men's issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kathleen McGrath

Kathleen McGrath

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Swissvale, PA


“I am certified in EMDR therapy and have extensive trauma training, including attachment trauma in children and teens.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Peter Stern

Peter Stern

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to counseling is client-centered, integrating evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and person-centered theory.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Larissa Smith

Larissa Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, supported, and accepted without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Halima Brown Manzanera

Halima Brown Manzanera

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work with patients to create a space for empowering solution based exploration of their current concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Minnie Blackman

Minnie Blackman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am warm, relatable, and often use humor in sessions to connect with folks in ways that support safety to explore themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Identity issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Mertz-Tomlinson

Emily Mertz-Tomlinson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in treating children and families who have experienced traumatic life situations, such as those with histories of domestic violence, and individuals with past abuse or neglect which may impacting their functioning.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Julie Buttram

Julie Buttram

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is warm and non-judgmental, with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a combination of reframing thoughts to decrease symptoms in mood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Amina McCown

Dr. Amina McCown

Therapist

Virtual • Warminster, PA


“I strive to provide meaning and healing through mind, body and spirit. I am an effective communicator.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Roger Osmun

Dr. Roger Osmun

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that therapy should be solution-focused and that clients respond best when they are appropriately challenged so that they can break maladaptive cycles and subsequently make progress toward their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Vakhtang Gomelauri

Vakhtang Gomelauri

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is empathetic, honest, with an eye for psychodynamic that allows for the space for change and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terry Berger

Terry Berger

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Much of my training has been in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helping people examine the thinking traps that can add to their depression or their sense of self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tierra Thorne

Tierra Thorne

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My work is rooted in helping individuals feel seen, supported, and empowered while navigating life transitions, stress, trauma, relationships, burnout, identity, and overall emotional wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Jo Hanley

Mary Jo Hanley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Elizabethtown, PA


“I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I graduated from University of Pennsylvania in 2011. I have been working with children and their families since then.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jacqueline ODuor

Jacqueline ODuor

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I often use humor, metaphors, and real-world examples to apply in-session clinical interventions into everyday practice.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabrielle Kull

Gabrielle Kull

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“It is my belief that we all have the internal resources to heal and grow, and I would like to help you uncover that strength within yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christina Allard

Christina Allard

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hi! My name is Christina Allard. I have been working in the mental health field for 10 years with experience with residential, inpatient and outpatient therapy. I graduated with my Masters of arts in Counseling from Regis University.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Cella-Roe

Jennifer Cella-Roe

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“I use a strengths-based person-centered approach to therapy. I specialize in treating people with mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and PTSD.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mary Snyder

Mary Snyder

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I focus on helping you better understand yourself, regulate emotions, and build a life that feels more grounded, meaningful, and aligned with who you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ariana Wood

Ariana Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


“I specialize in EMDR, a therapy that helps you move past what's keeping you stuck—not just in your mind, but in your body and nervous system, too.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
David Johnson

David Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Albrightsville, PA


“My overall goal would include an compassionate and collaborative approach to assist you with finding relief and living a more fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Michael Ermalinski

Michael Ermalinski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I bring a great deal of enthusiasm and authenticity to every session, providing a safe and reliable environment for individuals to achieve their most meaningful goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Philicia Barbieri

Philicia Barbieri

Therapist

Virtual • White Oak, PA


“You can expect to gain clarity, coping skills, and a sene of empowerment moving forward in their life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Michael Charnock

Michael Charnock

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have a passion for working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and have experience providing safe and affirming therapy for transgender and nonbinary clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Earl Driscoll

Earl Driscoll

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work extensively with individuals struggling with addictions, mood disorders, trauma, LGBT issues, and chronic medical conditions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lula Thomas

Lula Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Stroudsburg, PA


“I believe in a team approach, where we will work together to establish the most effective treatment goals unique to your needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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