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LGBT therapists in Brownsville, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Brownsville, TX

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Brownsville with 2,523 affirming, open-minded mental health providers who understand your unique experiences. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers experienced in supporting gender and sexual identity journeys, with many offering free consultations and flexible scheduling.

Jennifer Moore

Jennifer Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Brownsville, TX


“I provide a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free environment where you can be open and honest at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leticia Diaz Mendez

Leticia Diaz Mendez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Brownsville, TX


“Clients should expect a sense of compassion and empathy and leave feeling a sense of security and a clearer insight on their daily situations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Erika Merla

Erika Merla

Therapist

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


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Lori Verduzco

Lori Verduzco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Harlingen, TX


As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I believe life is definitely a journey filled with emotions that takes us down different paths. During troubled times, these emotions and feelings may be hard to understand. Although the journey for everyone may be different, our experiences stem from similar scenarios.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Claudia Alanis

Claudia Alanis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Edinburg, TX


“My approach is trauma-focused and client-centered, and I tend to tailor my approach to my client(s) particular needs and don't use the same technique for everyone.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cristina Zacarias

Cristina Zacarias

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • McAllen, TX


Hello! My name is Cristina and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Texas. I help Millennials and Gen Z unlearn negative self-talk, perfectionism, and overthinking so they can stop feeling not-good-enough and start enjoying the phase they’re in

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Nallely Martinez

Nallely Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mission, TX


“I believe that counseling is a collaborative process that requires time, patience, and active engagement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Joseph Montellano

Joseph Montellano

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


If you've spent your life providing, surviving, and holding things together for everyone else, therapy can feel like one more thing to manage. I work with men and working people who are tired of feeling anxious, isolated, or stuck, and who want to feel like themselves again. As a bilingual therapist raised in San Antonio, I understand the pressures of low wages, generational trauma, and the expectation to keep pushing no matter what. Whether you're navigating relationships, identity, or stress that never fully turns off, you don't have to figure it out alone.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chinasa Oriaku

Chinasa Oriaku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that mental health care should be empowering, personalized, and rooted in evidence-based treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rosanna Burden

Rosanna Burden

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe in the inherent worth of all of my clients, and I aim to provide a feeling of safety and security during my sessions while also continuously challenging my clients in reaching their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacey Head

Stacey Head

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I meet clients where they are — which means I don't expect you to arrive ready to dive into the deep end.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stephanie Jackson

Stephanie Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have over 19 years experience working with individuals and couples to regain their sense of purpose and happiness, achieve short and long term goals...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebekah McEnery

Rebekah McEnery

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe healing doesn't require perfection—it grows through genuine connection, practical tools, and a space where you can show up exactly as you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kayla Cloud

Kayla Cloud

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe in utilizing an eclectic approach to therapy, often using varying techniques from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Virginia Pacheco

Virginia Pacheco

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I prefer a collaborative and strength-based method to help you find the skills that will allow you to overcome any challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Wolf

Kathryn Wolf

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm compassionate and confrontational when necessary! I'll challenge you and support you, all at the same time!”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angela Sanchez

Angela Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Waxahachie, TX


“I have used cognitive behavior therapy to work through intrusive thoughts or negative self talk to improve client's mood and symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Julia Tucker

Julia Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe your emotional wellbeing is connected to your relationships, your nervous system, your body, and your life circumstances, and I treat it that way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michelle Petmi Ndomo

Dr. Michelle Petmi Ndomo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Richmond, TX


“She stands out for her fair approach to patient care, treating everyone equally regardless of their background.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Gyang

Elizabeth Gyang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


Hi, I’m Elizabeth Gyang, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master of Science in Nursing. I provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in a supportive and judgment-free environment.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other mental health challenges. My approach is personalized, collaborative, and focused on helping each individual achieve emotional wellness and improved quality of life.

I believe every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported. My goal is to empower you and your family with the tools and guidance needed to navigate life's challenges and build lasting resilience.

I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward healing and wellness—one step at a time.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daryl Wells

Daryl Wells

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Therapy provides the opportunity for one to become the best version of themselves. I work to help clients understand and identify their own strengths and incorporating coping skills while processing aspects of the past to create an understand to the causes of our behaviors. Helping other work through transitional periods of life such as life transitions, work, relationships, school, etc have also been a part of my clinical skills.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Christine Wood

Christine Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hi, I'm glad you're here. If you're navigating a chronic illness, caring for a loved one, coping with grief, or adjusting to a major life change, you may be carrying more than most people realize.

As a licensed clinical social worker with a background in medical social work, I've spent years supporting individuals and families through some of life's most challenging seasons. I understand how overwhelming it can feel when your world changes unexpectedly or when you're constantly putting others' needs before your own.

My goal is to provide a compassionate space where you can feel supported, understood, and less alone as we work through whatever you're facing together.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Evelyn Brewton

Evelyn Brewton

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy is eclectic. I pull from many different theories to tailor and customize a treatment plan just for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anna Fischli

Anna Fischli

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe deeply in the resilience of the human spirit, and I consider it a privilege to be part of that journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tara Bates

Tara Bates

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe innovation and new ideas can spark a revolution in your life. Change is never easy, and it takes courage to work towards your own happiness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Zahide Sunal

Dr. Zahide Sunal

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Adults across the lifespan come to my practice navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, work stress, relationship challenges, and questions of identity or cultural belonging. Many are high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain internally. I also specialize in working with immigrants and individuals exploring multicultural identity. Together, we create a space to slow down, make sense of emotional experiences, understand patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and build resilience and clarity for what comes next.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, and cultural identity exploration. My work integrates CBT, mindfulness, person-centered therapy, and family systems theory, grounded in cultural humility. I help clients build insight, coping skills, and meaningful, lasting change.

You don’t have to carry everything alone. Therapy is a space where you can feel seen, understood, and supported without judgment. Together, we can explore what feels heavy, uncover deeper patterns, and move toward greater clarity and ease. If you’re ready for change, I invite you to take that next step toward yourself.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Gray

Jennifer Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a licensed professional counselor in Texas with over 30 years of experience working with children, tweens, teens, and families. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals and families as they build stronger connections and foster lasting change through evidence-based approaches.

My work is grounded in proven modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment Theory, and Self-Compassion, among others. I tailor each approach to meet the unique needs of the people I work with, always with the goal of creating meaningful and transformative outcomes.

It is an honor to walk alongside individuals and families on their healing journey—and to witness the power of connection in action.

You can read more here: https://jglpc.my.canva.site/

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Suzanne Boyd

Suzanne Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a therapist, I focus on providing a safe environment for exploring how your own individual thoughts and emotions can be challenged to think more clearly.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Irikefe Ojevwe

Irikefe Ojevwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My style is warm, direct, and evidence-based. I balance empathy with clinical precision, aiming to create a safe space where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ricardo Saldivar

Ricardo Saldivar

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a former educator who specializes in anxiety/depression. I enjoy supporting clients working through stress, anxiety, depression, sleep concerns, and behavior regulation. I take a holistic, personalized approach and enjoy using technology and behavioral insights to support lasting growth.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Plata

Cindy Plata

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Longview, TX


I have a passion for helping others to help

themselves. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social

Worker. I'm bilingual. Fluent in both

English and Spanish. I have experience

working with children and adolescents in

mental health as well as adults and

geriatrics. I also have experience working

with individuals with intellectual and

developmental disabilities. I have worked

at inpatient and outpatient settings.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Robyn Jardine

Dr. Robyn Jardine

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Life Solutions Counseling and Family Therapy, PLLC customizes therapeutic services to meet the individual, couple, family, and/or groups goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Roxane Marines

Roxane Marines

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I prioritize making clients feel supported & validated by providing treatment that is unbiased and free of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Courtney Young Cardenas

Courtney Young Cardenas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pearland, TX


“Growth and healing require vulnerability and hard work, but you do not have to walk this path alone.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Alicia San Miguel

Dr. Alicia San Miguel

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach can be light and humorous or challenging and transparent. My style is unique and I adapt to the style that is needed to attain treatment goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Chronic conditions, Diabetes, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Archorah Cameron

Archorah Cameron

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


As a therapist, I'm naturally solution-focused, but I also know that lasting change doesn't happen by rushing past the hard stuff. I like to find a balance between processing and problem-solving. Sometimes that means helping clients unpack what's been weighing on them, make sense of their experiences, or connect the dots between past and present. Other times, it means rolling up our sleeves and figuring out what practical steps they can take to start feeling better and moving forward.

I don't believe therapy should be a place where you come in week after week and just talk without seeing any growth. At the same time, I don't believe in jumping straight to solutions before someone has had the opportunity to feel heard and understood. My goal is to help clients gain insight, build skills, and make meaningful changes while honoring where they are in the process.

I tend to be warm, down-to-earth, and genuine in my approach. I want clients to feel comfortable bringing their whole selves into the room—the messy parts, the uncertain parts, and the parts they're still trying to figure out. I believe some of the best work happens when people feel safe enough to be honest and supported enough to take risks.

Above all, I see therapy as a partnership. You are the expert on your life, and I'm here to help you make sense of what you're experiencing, recognize your strengths, and find a path forward that feels authentic and sustainable for you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Robin Wallace

Robin Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Magnolia, TX


“Often trauma is the root of issues in the clients that I see. In addition, one of my missions is to know about pharmaceuticals and working with psychiatrists with case management.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dadakpoye Johnson

Dadakpoye Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“Passionate about helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns, I offer empathetic, evidence-based support tailored to each patient's needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Allison Yanez

Allison Yanez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have been trained in the DBT framework, finding its irreverent style and structure helpful for patients struggling with emotional regulation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
George Ayala

George Ayala

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


“Utilizing a person-centered approach, I allow for the client to tell their story and emphasize the importance of validation...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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