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LGBT therapists in Forney, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Forney, TX

Headway connects Forney residents exploring gender and sexual identity with warm, creative providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ mental health. Access therapy and medication management through our platform, with sessions as soon as the next day and average savings of 75% on care.

Steven Vaughan

Steven Vaughan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a therapist that believes in an individual's ability to overcome obstacles with the right kind of help.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
LaPatria Porter

LaPatria Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am trained in several modalities and will collaborate with you to explore the style that best suits you and your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ramona Leonards

Ramona Leonards

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


“I enjoy using our dialogue during sessions and worksheets after, to allow clients to self-assess and practice new skills.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Emily Trof

Emily Trof

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have been a therapist for almost 10 years and I love my job! I have extensive training in both DBT and RO-DBT.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Justin Litvin

Dr. Justin Litvin

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“Therapy is a journey that we take together. There are many paths we can choose from to go in the direction you desire.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Akilah Martin

Akilah Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I use a combination of questions and reflections to progress the session and think of the counseling process as a collaboration between myself and each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Eleni Moncrief

Eleni Moncrief

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“With me, you will encounter a genuine, straightforward, compassionate, and sometimes funny lady who cannot wait to meet you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristina Smith

Kristina Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I help my clients relieve symptoms of anxiety and perfectionism while gaining confidence, clarity, direction, and healthy coping skills.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
David Butler

David Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe this: your story is uniquely yours, and you have the power to shape it into something meaningful and beautiful.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Susan Payne

Susan Payne

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to working with you is to spend some time getting to know you and developing a rapport with you, so you can feel safe and comfortable with me.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Guthrie

Mary Guthrie

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Mary provides a non judgmental and accepting area for people to express their needs, desires, and goals toward growth and development at a pace that is manageable and productive.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Peggy Utecht

Peggy Utecht

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience working with symptoms related to trauma and life losses, I help people work through developmental or other trauma to reconnect with themselves, and to find their potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Didi Kidder

Didi Kidder

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I became a therapist because I desired to create a space where breakthroughs & solution driven choices unfold.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ashlea Palafox

Ashlea Palafox

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I operate under the belief that you are the expert of your own life, and it is fundamental that we work together on the most personalized route to help you attain your goals, cultivate healing, and rebuild your life with newfound strength.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ivonne Mouser

Ivonne Mouser

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a therapist I want you to feel seen and heard. I use different approaches when working with clients, being aware that each individual comes with different needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karishma Sarfani

Karishma Sarfani

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Are you struggling with chronic relapse, binges, sex/love/porn addiction, excess substance use, dissociative disorder, or attachment issues? Do you want to decrease your urge to vape, smoke marijuana/nicotine, or drink? Have you experienced social phobia, self-phobia, one or more addictions, sexual abuse, or trauma? Are you suffering from grief and loss or complex PTSD?

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Heather Allen

Heather Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Are you ready to take charge of your life and embark on a journey of self-improvement? If so, you've come to the right place! I specialize in guiding individuals who are determined to make positive changes and overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, and the lingering effects of substance use or addiction. If you've tried counseling before but didn't feel understood or supported, I'm here to provide the compassionate and non-judgmental environment you deserve.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Serrita Coleman

Serrita Coleman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“Clients can expect to experience an environment in which they can feel confident about themselves, without any fear of judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Niara Eans

Niara Eans

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Utilizing experiential therapy approaches and techniques allows long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions to be uncovered and improved.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stephanie Martinez

Stephanie Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rockport, TX


“I understand that every individual is unique as well as their situation and their therapy should be tailored to their specific needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Marie Salimbeni

Dr. Marie Salimbeni

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York and Texas with over 30 years of experience in mental health, substance abuse/misuse and have experience with first responder and military populations.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Janelle Nash White

Janelle Nash White

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I graduated from Texas A&M -Commerce in December of 2014 with a master is counseling. I am trained in family counseling, and untraditional families(LGBTQ and poly) counseling.

LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rebecca Bartle

Rebecca Bartle

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I use a person-centered, meet-you-where-you-are-and-go-from-there approach. I invite you to join me in creating a treatment plan.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Wick

Elizabeth Wick

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in working with trauma, mood disorders and anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Regina Meeks

Regina Meeks

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Each session should bring out positive aspects of their situation or a new way of thinking about their situation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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
Caroline Tremblay

Caroline Tremblay

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My role in the therapy process is to facilitate a space where you feel supported, accepted, and capable.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 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
Stephanie Hunter

Stephanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Armstrong

Elizabeth Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am passionate about supporting people experiencing IVF, PCOS, chronic illness, and infertility, as well as those who want to heal their relationship with their body and food.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angela Bailey

Angela Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I take a mindful, holistic approach to therapy, empowering clients to take charge of their therapeutic journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Harvey

Leslie Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • El Paso, TX


“I am passionate about working with clients and helping them discover new, healthier ways to address their mental health needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Kimm Perez

Dr. Kimm Perez

Therapist

Virtual • New Caney, TX


“She provides culturally responsive and holistic mental health services to adults, adolescents, children, and couples, with an integrative approach that supports healing of the mind, body, and spirit.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Amber Dixon

Dr. Amber Dixon

Therapist

Virtual • Mansfield, TX


I believe that healing happens within a safe, supportive, and authentic therapeutic relationship. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and culturally responsive, recognizing that each person brings unique experiences, strengths, and challenges into the counseling process. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds, helping clients navigate concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and stress management.

My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental while also providing practical tools and strategies to support meaningful growth. I draw from evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and trauma-informed practices, tailoring treatment to meet each client's individual needs and goals.

One of my strengths is creating a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. I am passionate about helping individuals identify their strengths, develop healthier coping skills, improve relationships, and build resilience. Whether you are facing a difficult life challenge or seeking personal growth, I am committed to walking alongside you as you work toward healing, balance, and lasting change.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Harris

Ashley Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Houston, TX


“My style is warm, honest, and down to earth. I will absolutely hold space for your tears, your stories, and your silence, and I will also gently challenge patterns that keep you stuck...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Margie Tyrone

Margie Tyrone

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Margie Tyrone is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with over 20 years of experience providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families. With a deep passion for helping people navigate life’s challenges, Margie specializes in transgender care, offering a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their gender identity and transition experiences.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Duken Marvelly

Dr. Duken Marvelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My goal is to create a supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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