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LGBT therapists in Austin, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Austin, TX

Austin's vibrant LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental healthcare. Headway offers flexible sessions across neighborhoods like Downtown, South Congress, and East Austin, with 2,481 providers ready to support your wellness journey.

Amber Qualls

Amber Qualls

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hello! My name is Amber, and I am a licensed therapist who provides an LGBTQIA+ affirming and allied space for those navigating anxiety and depression. I work with individuals who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted and are looking for grounded and genuine support. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space that is deeply immersed in empathy. We can navigate anxiety and depression together and work towards achievable goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Guillory

Jessica Guillory

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My evidence-based and highly relational approach to healing assumes that you have the tools inside to be the person you want to be.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dustin Swartz

Dustin Swartz

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Worth, TX


“I will help empower you with insight, accountability and strategies you need to live life to your standards.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jada Long

Jada Long

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping clients better understand their emotions, challenge unhelpful patterns, and reconnect with their strengths while creating meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cyndi Gamble

Cyndi Gamble

Therapist

Virtual • Lufkin, TX


“I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katherine Ladd

Katherine Ladd

Therapist

Virtual • 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 11 insurance carriers
Cassandra Shelton

Cassandra Shelton

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a neurodivergent therapist, I understand how exhausting day to day life can feel and how frustrating it can be when things that seem simple for others are not.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dyna Benson

Dyna Benson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“Patients can expect a warm and caring environment when visiting Dyna. Her genuine concern for their well-being and commitment to their success in both health and overall quality of life creates a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Madhuri Govindu

Madhuri Govindu

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a compassionate and empathetic therapist dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joshua Petty

Joshua Petty

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Atascocita, TX


“I have specialized in emotional health for nine years, with experience treating adolescents and adults with various diagnoses.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Chantal Pierre

Chantal Pierre

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm here to support you as an attentive and active participant – as someone who has walked a similar path...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dolores Ituarte Valenzuela

Dolores Ituarte Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • El Paso, TX


“By using a strength-based therapeutic approach that works with people who are struggling to find positive life changes, together, we will focus on your individual qualities, abilities, and skills; empowering you and helping you to develop positive...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Dr. Cristal Reyna

Dr. Cristal Reyna

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • McAllen, TX


“My approach is very much a collaborative one. I work with my clients hand in hand during the healing process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Karen Ohnheiser-Reischling

Karen Ohnheiser-Reischling

Therapist

Virtual • Boerne, TX


“I am person centered, I believe in exploring the issue to find how I can support you on your journey of change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Reyes

Christina Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


I’m Christina Reyes, LPC, and I provide a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to therapy. I specialize in:

  • Anxiety & Depression
  • Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) & Emotional Dysregulation
  • Relationship Challenges & Communication Skills
  • Trauma & Life Transitions

Feeling stuck in anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? Struggling with mood swings, emotional regulation, or past trauma? I help teens and adults build coping strategies, emotional clarity, and healthier connections with themselves and others.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kristina Casel

Kristina Casel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe prioritizing mental health is the key to our overall well-being and what allows us to truly live life thriving.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Angela Tamayo

Angela Tamayo

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hi, I’m Angela, a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Maryland and Tennessee via telehealth. I provide therapy in both English and Spanish and specialize in working with children ages 11 and up, teens, and adults. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, ADHD and ASD and life transitions, and I have a warm, grounded style that helps clients feel safe and understood. My background includes extensive experience with youth and families, and I integrate evidence-based modalities such as CBT, Exposure-Based approaches, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and trauma-informed care.

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

Haylie Gatewood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Abilene, TX


“I work with adolescents and adults who identify as autistic, ADHD, or otherwise neurodivergent, to grow in self-understanding, self-advocacy, and learn strategies...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sharyn Delgado

Sharyn Delgado

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amarillo, TX


“I provide a comfortable, accepting, straight-forward, approach in a safe environment to help you on your journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Teeny Das

Teeny Das

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive experience supporting adolescents, adults, and older adults through life’s most challenging transitions. My background spans mental health therapy, crisis intervention, trauma recovery, child welfare, and geriatric care, which allows me to work with clients from a holistic, compassionate, and well-rounded perspective.

I use a strength-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered approach, meeting each client where they are and honoring their unique experiences. My clinical work integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT-informed skills, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness-based practices. I work collaboratively with clients to set meaningful goals, build coping skills, and create sustainable change.

I have experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, emotional regulation, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I also bring a strong background in crisis support and safety planning, ensuring clients feel supported, grounded, and safe throughout the therapeutic process.

Above all, I strive to provide a warm, non-judgmental, and culturally responsive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Therapy with me is collaborative and paced to your needs, with a focus on helping you reconnect with your strengths and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kacey Ardoin Billiot

Kacey Ardoin Billiot

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My counseling style is empathetic and relational. I believe everyone deserves to be heard and treated with mutual respect.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amber Kwesie

Amber Kwesie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sachse, TX


“My passion for counseling comes from a deep commitment to helping people grow, overcome life's challenges, and reach their full potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rachel Bruce

Rachel Bruce

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My style is collaborative, practical, and deeply human. I believe thereapy should feel safe, comforting and inviting.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Camille Cano

Camille Cano

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am passionate about empowering people to grow, heal, and prosper in life and am eager to build an unwavering level of rapport with any client I work with.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Soufyane Bourass

Soufyane Bourass

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“He completed his graduate studies at University of South Alabama and has been practicing to help his clients achieve mental and physical wellbeing through a personalized approach that takes into consideration the client's goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dieula Joseph

Dieula Joseph

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Missouri City, TX


“I strongly believe in each individual's capacity for growth, healing, and achieving meaningful, fulfilling goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Loren Johnson

Loren Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I use evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and family-systems therapy to help clients better understand patterns, build practical coping skills, and strengthen relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Heather Adcock-Eden

Heather Adcock-Eden

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy is holistic, compassionate, and client-centered. I believe that healing happens when we address the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—while creating a safe and supportive space for self-discovery and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kristina Kenyon

Kristina Kenyon

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strive to be the kind of therapist I would want—compassionate, relatable, and actively engaged in the process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Segura

Felicia Segura

Therapist

Virtual • San Marcos, TX


“I view therapy as a tool for self-exploration in an attempt to improve your overall quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Wren

James Wren

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Much of my practice focuses on supporting LGBTQ+ clients and exploring the complex questions that can arise in their lives and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacey Morvitz

Stacey Morvitz

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I've spent my career specializing in eating disorders, body image struggles, and addiction, working in settings ranging from residential treatment centers to outpatient rehab facilities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Laura Squiers

Laura Squiers

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Rather than relying only on coping strategies, I help you make sense of what's happening beneath the surface—especially when insight hasn't fully led to change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brenda (Bren) Berry

Brenda (Bren) Berry

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that one of the main goals is to give clients the tools and skills they need to make positive changes in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Stacy Tate

Stacy Tate

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“Working with each client from a strengths-based perspective allows both client and therapist to discover the innate tools the client already possesses to help achieve desired outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Michelle Brown

Michelle Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orange, TX


Hi, I'm Michelle, a psychiatric nurse practitioner passionate about supporting individuals on their mental health journey. I believe in creating safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether you're facing a new challenge or managing a long-standing condition, I'm here to walk alongside you with care and expertise.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Na Mi Cho

Na Mi Cho

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I believe every person deserves a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Grace Wood

Grace Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I use a combination of existential therapy, mindfulness, parts-work, and attachment theory to help my clients understand themselves more deeply and make changes in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeremy Gunn

Jeremy Gunn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“I believe the individual is the expert about themselves, and my role is to help facilitate their journey towards their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Chenier

Karen Chenier

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm a queer Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters of Arts in Professional Counseling, and have been practicing for 9 years.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Frequently asked questions

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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 Austin

Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Austin starts with identifying what kind of support you're looking for. You may want help with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, identity exploration, coming out, or navigating the specific stressors that come with living as an LGBTQIA+ person in Texas. An affirming provider is one who respects and supports your identity as a foundation of care — not something that needs to be explained or justified in session.

Austin has a large community of licensed mental health providers with experience in LGBTQIA+ concerns, including LPCs, LCSWs, psychologists, and psychiatrists. When evaluating a provider, consider their stated specialties, approach to affirming care, and whether they offer the session format that works for you — virtual, in-person, or both. Reading a provider's bio can give you a sense of their style and background before you commit to a first appointment.

Therapy in Austin can be expensive out of pocket, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your 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. Every provider listed on Headway is accepting new patients, so you can move from searching to scheduling without the back-and-forth of verifying availability or coverage on your own.

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