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LGBT therapists in Buda, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Buda, TX

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Buda with 2,525 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded care tailored to your unique experiences and identity. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers experienced in supporting gender and sexual identity journeys, with many offering free consultations and flexible scheduling starting as soon as next day.

Dr. Marie Taniform

Dr. Marie Taniform

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is that patients feel respected and not judged. I can help you find the right balance to continue living life optimally.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ejama Johnson

Ejama Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I licensed professional board certified psychotherapist, and certified trauma therapist that believes in meeting clients where they are. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! My focus is working with individuals suffering from trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship conflict, and women's issues.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raul Martinez

Raul Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling. With over nine years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with clients from diverse backgrounds, helping them navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, and relationship difficulties.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 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
Michael Akwo-Adelowo

Michael Akwo-Adelowo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I work one on one with my clients, tailoring their treatment to their unique experience and their disease process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Laura Sparkman

Laura Sparkman

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“She uses a combination of therapy orientations tailored to the individual including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Family Systems Therapy to instill hope...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adeola Adebayo

Adeola Adebayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“With over 15 years in healthcare, I understand the stigma around mental health and strive to create a safe, supportive space for healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sasha Arevalo

Sasha Arevalo

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I'm a warm, inquisitive, and compassionate therapist here to meet you where you are. I use my education and training as well as my experiences to inform my practice and create a comfortable space for us to explore your thoughts and emotions.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
April Jenkins

April Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I help women rediscover their identity, unlock their potential, and stand on the unshakable foundation of self-love and purpose.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Geoffrey Agwata

Geoffrey Agwata

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mansfield, TX


“As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Geoffrey works in the healthcare sector, interacting directly with patients to ensure that they receive quality care and have access to the services needed to maintain optimal health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Meryl Bond

Meryl Bond

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress and have a clinical background in supporting those dealing with cancer diagnosis and treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jay Krenek

Jay Krenek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Denton, TX


You may be the person everyone counts on, but that does not mean you are built to carry everything alone

You deserve to feel human, not just functional. You can be competent, capable, and still need help. Those things aren't in conflict.

I work with busy professionals, exhausted parents, healthcare professionals, and LGBTQ+ individuals, who look "fine" but feel lonely, resentful, or stuck in survival mode. You want life to work without running on stress and guilt. Together we'll identify what's draining you and build practical boundaries, routines, and skills that calm your nervous system, protect your energy, and make daily life feel manageable and yours again.

You can verify your insurance in minutes and view my real-time availability directly through Headway — making it simple to get started.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Linda Akudo

Linda Akudo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that trust, open-mindedness, and nonjudgmental therapeutic communication are foundational to successful treatment outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Villegas-Porras

Jessica Villegas-Porras

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a strength-based, open-minded therapist, I meet you where you are without judgment, with intention.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olawale Adio Oduola

Olawale Adio Oduola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“As a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, my approach involves integrating evidence-based supportive psychotherapy at each client encounter, while targeting underlying receptors with pharmacological interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kemi Sells

Kemi Sells

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that each individual is different and therefore, the approach should be tailored to suit that individual.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Sarah Buetow

Dr. Sarah Buetow

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“Curiosity is one of our greatest tools as human beings - it enables space for us to explore, to question, to understand, and - ultimately - to learn and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Wright

Stephanie Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I’m an experienced mental health professional and leader with a strong background in therapy, behavioral health, and military family support. With over a decade of post-graduate experience, I’ve had the privilege of helping individuals, families, and service members navigate life’s challenges with compassion and professionalism. I combine clinical expertise with a warm, approachable style that fosters trust and collaboration.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olivia Russ

Olivia Russ

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Houston, TX


“Recovery, to me, encompasses far more than just symptom management; it encapsulates the journey toward reclaiming agency, restoring balance, and rediscovering meaning and purpose in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jaime Kellaway

Jaime Kellaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My primary intention when first connecting with a client is to develop a relationship wherein you feel safe to share your thoughts, feelings, & actions at your own pace and without fear of judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Darly Sebastian

Darly Sebastian

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a South Asian therapist with a multicultural background, I bring cultural humility, lived insight, and a deep respect for the ways our family histories, cultural identities, and environments shape our emotional worlds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Ivy Jones

Dr. Ivy Jones

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • McKinney, TX


“By adopting a holistic approach to my work with patients, I encourage an elevated level of focus, self-awareness, and self-knowledge among my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Fabiola Mendoza Bautista

Fabiola Mendoza Bautista

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I truly believe that healing starts with connection and that everyone has the strength within them to grow, no matter where they're starting from.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Julie Troegel

Julie Troegel

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I excel at identifying people's strengths, as well as illuminating thought patterns and behaviors that might be keeping you stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emily Daniel

Emily Daniel

Therapist

Virtual • San Marcos, TX


“I am direct and use humor to help clients normalize their experiences and work through difficulties.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Rana Amini

Rana Amini

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dallas, TX


“I'm a trauma therapist with a deep commitment to supporting those who feel unseen, unsupported and overburdened by cultural, familial, and societal expectations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Booth

Alyssa Booth

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe you deserve relief from the pain of your past, peace in your present life and hope for your future.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kawaski Owens

Kawaski Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I use a person-centered approach meaning we go at your pace ensuring that you are comfortable and respected during our sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Haralson

Barbara Haralson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Katy, TX


“I am Diamond Certified in Solution-Focused Brief Therapist (SFBT) who integrates the Gottman Method...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Kirk

Lauren Kirk

Therapist

Virtual • Brownwood, TX


“I have a very warm yet direct approach to therapy and believe that issues have to be resolved at their core in order to fully recognize how situations have influence over our mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Boone

Amanda Boone

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“She believes healing begins with being truly understood—and she is committed to walking alongside her clients every step of the way as they build healthier patterns, stronger self-awareness, and meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Samia Geraghty

Samia Geraghty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dallas, TX


“I am an integrative therapist with over twenty years of experience working with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, work-place stress, trauma and the LGBTQIA community.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Nina Forouzan

Nina Forouzan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Searching for the right therapist can feel overwhelming, and taking the first step isn’t always easy. I’m here to make that process feel a little less stressful. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, overwhelming emotions, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, we’ll work together in a supportive, judgment-free space where you can feel heard and understood.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beatriz Monte

Beatriz Monte

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Beatriz is a bilingual and multicultural counselor who believes every person has their own formula for healing and transformation...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaitlyn Russell

Kaitlyn Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in working with adults experiencing PTSD, complex trauma, dissociation, addiction, and women's mental health concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tiffany Dowdy

Tiffany Dowdy

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to counseling is interactive, warm, and accepting, utilizing various therapeutic modalities that are tailored to my clients needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Vicki Phan

Vicki Phan

Therapist

Virtual • Katy, TX


“I am a relational therapist who believes that therapy should feel like a real, human conversation—complete with warmth, authenticity, and a necessary dose of humor.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Daniel Brake

Daniel Brake

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I like to think of therapy as a place to find acceptance, to develop a better understanding of yourself, and to design some experiments to run in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Campbell

Alexis Campbell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My clients are the experts on their lives, and I work from a client-centered approach to help them process and deeply reflect on their experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Megan Souther

Megan Souther

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I'm a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience in mental health and addiction treatment, including work in treatment centers supporting anxiety, trauma, and substance use, often with co-occurring needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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