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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 2,517 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.

Kevin Shrum

Kevin Shrum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Frisco, TX


“I enjoy getting to know each person's unique story, including the challenges they face and the strengths they bring to the counseling process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leah Danze

Leah Danze

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I specialize in working through the impact of trauma as it pertains to attachment, emotional, and relational issues.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Johanna Krauter

Johanna Krauter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to providing therapy focuses on giving you a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive, and dedicated space to talk about and work through anything troubling you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Billie Beard

Billie Beard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Austin, TX


“I assist my clients being able to be their authentic self. This includes but not limited to: exploring sexual and gender identity, explore gender expression, medical transition, and religious trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Curtiss

Ryan Curtiss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“I am a clinical psychotherapist, Honorably Discharged medically separated Veteran and a trauma survivor.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Wise Well

Wise Well

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe everyone has the innate ability to change their life for the better, and I am here to help you do just that.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 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
Venecia Webb

Venecia Webb

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“I believe in helping people develop tools that will aid them in living healthier lives not just for themselves, but for the people around them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Renee Hawkins

Renee Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am adept at short term skill building for crisis situations blended with longer term healing approaches that help you achieve your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Authur Carr

Authur Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I think clients will always be able to identify that they were fully seen and heard in their session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mia Kirby

Dr. Mia Kirby

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Using a strengths-based and solution-focused perspective, I will meet you where you are and work with you at your pace and comfort level to help identify and achieve attainable goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lisa Smith

Lisa Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I take an eclectic approach to therapy where I use many different styles to craft an approach to counseling that is as unique as you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nicole Rosen

Nicole Rosen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach. I have also completed advanced training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Audriana Sarmiento

Audriana Sarmiento

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I aim to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where we can collaboratively navigate your unique experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Patricia Black

Patricia Black

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I'm a strong believer in the power of talk therapy to 'get the poison out' – poison in the form of fear, anxiety, depression, worry, and feeling stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ed Lucio

Ed Lucio

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to help you better understand yourself, strengthen your resilience, and build a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and aligned with your values.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lisa Tidwell

Lisa Tidwell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“In Using a person-centered approach, I hope to empower you to reach your potential and feel confident to handle life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Milton Timoteo

Milton Timoteo

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I don't offer a 'safe space' for you to stay stuck in your story. I offer a high-leverage environment for those ready to resolve the internal conflicts that trauma left behind.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Daffney Tchassem

Daffney Tchassem

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, valued, and supported from our very first conversation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rebecca Tompkins

Rebecca Tompkins

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I see myself as a mirror encouraging my clients to confront their issues and a teammate assisting my clients to embrace and harness their innate strength and power to move forward even when choices seem limited.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tharwah Alzoubi

Dr. Tharwah Alzoubi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“Dr. Alzoubi is professionally trained in trauma-informed care from Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorder, PTSD/Trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 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
Dr. Liz L. West

Dr. Liz L. West

Therapist

Virtual • Humble, TX


“My specialty is Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Therapy. I am committed to supporting those who have been abused by narcissists, on their journey toward mental and emotional well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katherine Ansley

Katherine Ansley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Addison, TX


“My hope is for clients to feel heard, challenged, and prepared for the next steps in the reality show of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Thad Ward

Thad Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am in long-term recovery myself, with over 17 years of sobriety. I understand addiction deeply, both personally and professionally.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Afi Abalo Amouh

Afi Abalo Amouh

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is culturally sensitive and evidence-based, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tanya Ault-Hayslip

Tanya Ault-Hayslip

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Austin, TX


“I believe in a personalized, relational approach to therapy... walk alongside you as you reconnect with your truest self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dora Gonzalez

Dora Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to help transform anxiety and self-doubt into opportunities for growth, becoming more resilient with each challenge.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Johnathan Roach

Johnathan Roach

Therapist

Virtual • Texarkana, TX


“I want you to feel like you've done some work. Made progress. Explored different emotions and be okay with that.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Castaneda

Andrea Castaneda

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strive to create a safe environment for my clients. This is an environment that is free of judgment...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kimberly Culp

Kimberly Culp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boerne, TX


“I approach every individual with a judgement-free, open mind, and a willingness to meet you where you are at.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Christine Chandler

Christine Chandler

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I bring both seasoned expertise and genuine curiosity, so you benefit from tried-and-true methods plus innovative ideas.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 20 insurance carriers
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
Aaron Turner

Aaron Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Longview, TX


“I strive to create a solution based environment so that clients see elements of success quickly utilizing Mindfulness based therapies to maintain present centeredness and Cognitive Behavioral as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexa Marrach

Dr. Alexa Marrach

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“I will listen with a nonjudgmental attitude, to understand the full meanings of your communications and how your patterns of viewing the yourself and the world developed.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Dr. Rekeisha Carter

Dr. Rekeisha Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Dr. Carter integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities to address the whole person—recognizing that mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being are interconnected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Paul David Wadler

Paul David Wadler

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


My individual work helps you build on your strengths while you gain a healthier perspective on what you may currently perceive as weaknesses. I want to help you understand and appreciate the unique combination of gifts you have to draw on. My goal is to help you find more meaningful and fulfilling ways to negotiate your life's path. I work with non-traditional individuals using traditional insight-oriented methods. Many of my clients are individuals in non-traditional jobs and/or relationships who want to look deeply into their own experiences.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Janet Dowell

Janet Dowell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I utilize a client centered approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused and psychodynamic techniques while also incorporating creativity including art, writing, and play to express feelings that are not always easy to...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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