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LGBT therapists in Arlington, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Arlington, TX

Finding an affirming therapist in Arlington doesn't have to be difficult. Headway's network of 2,529 providers includes specialists ready to support LGBTQIA+ individuals with evidence-based care, available within two weeks. Most clients save 75% on sessions through insurance, with some paying as low as $0 per session.

Theresa Bayley

Theresa Bayley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Arlington, TX


“I am a Christian Counselor with 30 years of experience in the Medical field as a Social Worker and 15 years in a private practice as a Psychotherapist.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lisa Ciminelli

Lisa Ciminelli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Pantego, TX


“My style is dependent on who is sitting in front of me. When working with clients struggling with Addiction, I can be very direct.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Gidion Buma, Dnp, Pmhnp-Bc

Dr. Gidion Buma, Dnp, Pmhnp-Bc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Arlington, TX


“A thorough evaluation, understanding of your diagnosis, and a treatment plan with options that you are comfortable with to start healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Brendel Doss

Dr. Brendel Doss

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Colleyville, TX


“My approach is direct, honest, and warm. It's my goal to walk with my clients towards the life and experience they want for themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Carol Doss

Dr. Carol Doss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Pantego, TX


I have a Ph.D in Counseling. I've been a therapist since 1984 and I listen very well. I help clients with anxiety, depression and relationship issues and more.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Vencent Gardner

Vencent Gardner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Arlington, TX


Hi, I’m a licensed therapist who helps people feel more grounded, supported, and in control of their lives. I have a strong background in clinical social work and training in evidence‐based approaches that support healing and real change. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, relationship stress, and helping clients build healthier patterns. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexis Love

Alexis Love

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away • Arlington, TX


“I am a Millenial, African American Neurodivergent woman, born in the South and raised under the Christian faith.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jocelyn Womack

Jocelyn Womack

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Pantego, TX


“I believe that in order for therapy to be affective you must be safe in a space without judgment and need to feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jocelyn Chavez

Jocelyn Chavez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Arlington, TX


“As a proud queer Hispanic therapist, my passion is to work with LGBTQAI+ and Hispanic individuals through tough life experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanne Franks

Joanne Franks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • Arlington, TX


“I work with my clients to feel confident in their ability to embrace being the expert of their own lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Debra Singleton

Debra Singleton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Arlington, TX


Hi, I’m Debra. Life’s challenges can sometimes leave us feeling disconnected from who we truly are. I believe that each person’s story matters, and I bring a genuine curiosity and compassion to understanding the experiences that have shaped you.

Together, we can explore your personal narrative, identify patterns that may no longer serve you, and build on the strengths you already possess. I work with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, mood disorders, life transitions, and the everyday challenges that can impact well-being. My goal is to provide a supportive, collaborative space where you can gain insight, find healing, and move toward a life that feels more authentic and aligned with your values.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jessie Tirrell

Jessie Tirrell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Hurst, TX


“As a trauma specialist my first priority is helping you feel safe and will always value your comfort while helping you learn new ways to process your thoughts and emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Laura Rosser

Laura Rosser

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Arlington, TX


“I believe you are the expert in your own life, and therapy serves as a catalyst to uncover and address barriers that may be preventing you from reaching those goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Olivier Djoumessi

Dr. Olivier Djoumessi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Mansfield, TX


“He believes that collaborative care, where patients actively participate in their treatment plans, yields the best outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shannon Moore

Shannon Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Colleyville, TX


“My aim is to be a genuine, safe person with whom you can be your authentic self in a therapy space where you are welcomed and affirmed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Sheppard

Kimberly Sheppard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Colleyville, TX


“I am passionate about the work that I do as a therapist and consider it an honor to walk through life's journey with my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Amy Branch

Amy Branch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Grapevine, TX


“I love to help neurodivergent children, teens, and adults learn to embrace their most authentic selves...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Herrera

Tina Herrera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Mansfield, TX


“I take a direct yet empowering approach to therapy, grounded in the belief that each client is the expert of their own life and fully capable of meaningful growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shelly Ramsey-Powers

Shelly Ramsey-Powers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Arlington, TX


“My core belief is that every person is precious and valuable, regardless of their behavior, how they feel or how they have been treated.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Graham Quattlebaum

Graham Quattlebaum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Colleyville, TX


Life can get heavy—whether you’re juggling family dynamics, relationship stress, parenting challenges, or just trying to stay afloat. Maybe you’ve always been the dependable one, the person everyone else leans on, but you’re starting to realize it’s time to focus on yourself. You want less tension, more connection, and practical tools that actually make a difference. You’re not after a quick fix—you just want someone real to help you sort things out and walk with you through the hard parts.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Amy Hollis

Amy Hollis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • North Richland Hills, TX


“By using a mindfulness centered approach my hope to walk with my clients in their journeys towards those answers.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Candace Cooper

Candace Cooper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“When you work with me, the goal is to enhance your quality of life and reach your fullest potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Jessica Jones

Jessica Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“I believe the best therapy is collaborative and I look forward to working as partners to help you achieve your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jim Ming

Jim Ming

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“I specialize in working with stressed-out professionals, career challenges, and workplace-connected trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Daniel Cuevas

Daniel Cuevas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Southlake, TX


“My commitment is to value & affirm each person. This is in respect to all facets of the individual with consideration and care for their race, religion, class, relationship structure, orientation, and gender expression.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karlos Lyons

Karlos Lyons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Irving, TX


“I see the importance of the holistic approach to mental health. I recognize the connection between the physical, spiritual, and mental aspects of the human experience...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eileen Kaufman

Eileen Kaufman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Keller, TX


“My role is to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to take steps toward healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Cedar Hill, TX


“You can expect to leave each session with healthier options and perspectives, and momentum to move forward and upward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Camryn Watson

Camryn Watson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“As a trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the complexities of trauma, including complex PTSD, childhood trauma, and religious trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Donna Earle

Donna Earle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Southlake, TX


“Just as a Lotus flower planted in the dirtiest of water finds its way to the light to bloom, I believe that you can discover the light shining within...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Hawkins

Linda Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“My therapy style is engaging, personable, and raw, and I believe there isn't a power control in therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Kristen Killin

Kristen Killin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“I specialize in working with children and adolescents utilizing child-centered play therapy and a client-centered approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alefiyah Bharmal

Alefiyah Bharmal

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Irving, TX


“We use evidence based models of treatment at our practice such as CBT, ACT, DBT, Solution Focused...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Marla Klein

Marla Klein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Southlake, TX


“As a parent and former teacher, I have experience working with children who are considered "gifted"...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kimberly Pearson

Dr. Kimberly Pearson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I am a trauma focused therapist who assist clients with eliminating behaviors that leads to self-defeating or societal-defeating consequences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tori Olmos

Tori Olmos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“Together you will examine parts of your past, challenges in the present, and hopes for the future while honoring your intersecting identities and natural strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alex Guevara

Alex Guevara

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“Alex has an innate ability to meet his clients exactly where they are and communicate to each client in the exact way they need.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Melissa Rooks

Melissa Rooks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • North Richland Hills, TX


“I have a passion for helping people discover their inners strength as I walk along side them to help celebrate their victories.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Katherine Ladd

Katherine Ladd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“I utilize a Transactional Analysis approach to help individuals identify and heal their child ego state and parent ego state, empowering them to develop an autonomous adult ego state...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Megan Foreman

Megan Foreman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Fort Worth, TX


“I practice therapy through collaboration. Therapy is an investigation, and our combined experience informs the process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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 Arlington, TX

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Arlington starts with identifying care that is affirming, specific, and relevant to your needs. Many people search for support related to identity, relationships, family conflict, anxiety, depression, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for bios that mention LGBTQIA+-affirming care, affirmative therapy, gender-diverse experience, or WPATH training. These details can help you find a therapist whose listed specialties and approach match the kind of support you want.

In a mid-sized city like Arlington, your options may include local offices, nearby care across the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and virtual appointments. Virtual care can expand access to affirming therapists, especially when local availability is limited or when a therapist with specific LGBTQIA+ experience is the better match. Beyond specialty, consider appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can also show how a therapist describes their communication style, clinical approach, and experience with LGBTQIA+ clients.

Therapy in Arlington can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care more affordable. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, take your insurance, and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details to see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, then review bios and book directly when you’re ready.

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