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LGBT therapists in Houston, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Houston, TX

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Houston with 2,484 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded mental healthcare. Access therapy and medication management virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within days.

Britney Monahan

Britney Monahan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have 12+ yrs of experience helping adults who are facing life's challenges, & we can work together...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Robin Rife

Robin Rife

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in crisis, trauma, and grief. I want to support you and will meet you where you are to help you start anew.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Julie Tollu

Julie Tollu

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I truly believe that everyone has the potential for growth, healing, and meaningful change, no matter what obstacles they may face.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Rosana DaSilva

Dr. Rosana DaSilva

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • North Richland Hills, TX


“My therapeutic approach is warm, attentive, and strength-focused, creating a safe space to explore patterns, improve relationships, and foster self-awareness...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tingting Li

Tingting Li

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I create a warm and inviting environment for my client to feel comfortable enough to talk about whatever difficulties they may be having.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Susan Sewell

Susan Sewell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to meet you exactly where you are, to come alongside you in your challenges, and to walk beside you as you move toward becoming the person you want to be.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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
Dr. Cory S. Martin

Dr. Cory S. Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Corpus Christi, TX


“I help high-functioning adults who look fine on the outside but feel exhausted, tense, or disconnected on the inside.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Derek Elder

Derek Elder

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I prioritize a gentle, compassionate and goals-oriented approach in addressing a variety of issues: addiction, trauma and abuse, family instability, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem and academic and/or professional exploration.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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
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
Brandon Tate

Brandon Tate

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pflugerville, TX


Professionally, I have spent a decade in education (five years as a classroom teacher and five years as a school counselor). This is my third year as a therapist outside of the school setting.

For my masters degree, I attended Texas State University in San Marcos, TX (Eat 'em up cats!). At Texas State, I completed my MA in Professional Counseling with two focuses: school counseling and clinical mental health.

As a former educator, the populations I support include adolescents, young adults, educators, parents/guardians, and caretakers.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Carla Barnes

Dr. Carla Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strongly believe self-care, mental health, nutrition, and wellness are instrumental in our quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marina Randall

Marina Randall

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership built on trust, honesty, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 10 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
Joanna Trevino

Joanna Trevino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


Hi, I'm Joanna. I'm a licensed professional counselor-supervisor and I've been in private practice for 15 years. I see therapy as an educative process, and I utilize creative, adaptive therapeutic approaches in our work together. I work with people experiencing trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, chronic pain/illness, and adjustment challenges. Treatment modalities include CBT, EMDR, KAP (Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy), DBT, somatic modalities, meditation, mindfulness, play/sand play modalities, energy psychology, and brief solution-focused therapies.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 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
Katherine McAlpine

Katherine McAlpine

Therapist

Virtual • Lubbock, TX


“I work with clients from a client centered approach. You're the director of this play, I'm your assistant, affirming you, supporting you, and giving guidance when needed and desired.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Jonathan Collins

Jonathan Collins

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can explore patterns together and discover new ways forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 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
Roberto Martinez

Roberto Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I aim to provide practical tools to help you learn how to manage your emotions, build resilience, and achieve meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 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

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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 an LGBTQIA Therapist in Houston, TX

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Houston starts with looking for identity-affirming care. An affirming therapist may have experience with LGBTQIA+ identity, gender identity, family or relationship stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, or life transitions. Some therapists list affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or work with LGBTQIA+ couples in their profiles. Reviewing those details can help you find someone whose training and listed focus areas match the care you want.

Houston has a large mental health community, which means there may be many options across neighborhoods like Montrose, Midtown, the Heights, and the Medical Center. That volume can make it harder to narrow your search. Consider whether you prefer in-person sessions near home, work, or school, or virtual appointments that expand access to affirming therapists across Texas. You can also compare appointment availability, therapist background, therapeutic approach, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Therapist bios can show how someone describes their style, the communities they work with, and what you can expect in a first session.

Therapy in Houston can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for LGBTQIA+ therapists who are accepting new patients, review detailed bios, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book. You can filter by insurance, appointment type, availability, and specialty, making it easier to find a therapist who matches your needs, accepts your plan, and is ready to take new patients.

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