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LGBT therapists in Laredo, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Laredo, TX

Finding an open-minded therapist who affirms your identity matters. Headway's 2,399 provider network in Texas includes specialists experienced in supporting LGBTQIA+ mental health. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with free consultations to help you find the right fit for your care journey.

LaShekia Scott

LaShekia Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am called to walk alongside individuals, couples, and families with compassion, wisdom, and faith-centered care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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
Shanaz Ikonne

Shanaz Ikonne

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work best with adults — particularly women — who are tired of just surviving and ready to start actually healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Blanca Rondon

Dr. Blanca Rondon

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I take pride in fully supporting our LGBTQ+ community and Veteran populations with their unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Denetria Brooks-James

Denetria Brooks-James

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am passionate about helping people find their authentic self and healing through the use of therapeutic interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Katherine Cooper

Katherine Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My style is practical, collaborative, and grounded in helping you understand both your thoughts and your nervous system.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Crowe

Stephanie Crowe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Plano, TX


“I'm supportive but also direct, and I'll help each of you take responsibility for creating meaningful, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lissette Amparan

Lissette Amparan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Therapy is you leading the path and having someone flash some light on things that you may have not noticed or dealt with along your journey...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sydney Crane

Dr. Sydney Crane

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is collaborative, client-centered, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert in your own life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adam Parker

Adam Parker

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Healing from trauma isn't linear, and I don't treat it like it is. I start where you are, not where a textbook says you should be.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Aly Livingston-Shelburne

Aly Livingston-Shelburne

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Example: "I have always wanted a job where I was of service to others, but I didn't know how to channel that into a career until I took an introduction to psychology course in college. We learned a lot about mental illness, what causes it and different ways to treat it, which inspired me to pursue my degree. I loved the idea of helping others overcome mental illness and helping them achieve their life goals."

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessie Herring

Jessie Herring

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I will offer you practical tools to use: CBT, EFT, stress relaxation, thought stopping, positive reframing, tools for overcoming negative self-talk...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Beatriz Alaniz

Dr. Beatriz Alaniz

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


Welcome. My name is Beatriz Alaniz or "Betty" and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas. I provide a warm and welcoming environment with a focus on individuals who have experienced trauma, losses, grief, and relationship woes seeking healing. I believe in people's capability to be resilient in the face of adversity. I will work with you to make sure you can see yourselves as the resilient individual you are.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pallavi Sharma

Pallavi Sharma

Therapist

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“I am currently an EMDR trained therapist who has experience working with trauma as well as unresolved emotional experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Erica Buckner

Erica Buckner

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Expect grace & compassion. Expect time to reflect rather time being allocated for an answer on the spot.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Lauer

Melissa Lauer

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


With over 20 years as a counselor in an education setting and over 5 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I help people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and more. I recently retired from my education profession and now devote all my time to my counseling practice. My goal is to build a genuine connection and be someone you feel comfortable turning to as you move toward the life you want.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mary McEachern

Mary McEachern

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide a compassionate and warm environment that enables my clients to develop a strong therapeutic bond with me to help them work through their concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Natalie Mena

Natalie Mena

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a Latina woman, a lifelong learner, and a healer, my mission is to help people uncover their struggles, heal from generational trauma, and step into the best version of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brenda Johnston

Brenda Johnston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amarillo, TX


“I have a passion for helping others to make sense of what they have experienced, how it has impacted them and how to move forward from these experiences so that they can achieve their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Shayda Heath

Shayda Heath

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I merge compassion, warmth, and openness with curiosity, investigation, and directness to help balance each session with exploration and action.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Otto Berdiel

Otto Berdiel

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) with over 20 years of experience in the clinical field.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sabra Johnson

Sabra Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Change is hard, even when people want it. Therefore, it's important to collaborate with clients to find out what they have already tried...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marquita Clay

Marquita Clay

Therapist

Virtual • Houston, TX


“My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, Christian counseling, and client-centered counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Angela Smith

Angela Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I integrate evidence-based clinical approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and strengths-based therapy into my practice of supportive, direct, and genuinely compassionate care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Thomas Jones

Thomas Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Killeen, 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+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cortney Edwards

Cortney Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have been a licensed counselor for 10 years and thoroughly enjoy walking alongside my clients as they heal and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Whitney Mathison

Dr. Whitney Mathison

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is supportive and challenging. I create a safe space for healing while encouraging meaningful growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Dulce Hernandez

Dr. Dulce Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


My goal as a Psychologist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is to create a safe, affirming and collaborative space for individuals to explore the complexities of life. Therapy can be a daunting experience; therefore, I like to meet people where they are at in their therapy journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Salvi Alday

Salvi Alday

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


“Firmly dedicated to a holistic approach to mental health, focused on the evidence-based pharmacological treatment of Alcohol and Substance abuse disorder.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hilda Gandara

Hilda Gandara

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to empower you with the tools to manage and overcome the challenges you face while fostering a sense of hope and resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Janelle Carbone-Rodriguez

Janelle Carbone-Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in CBT, grief counseling and crisis intervention, helping individuals navigate life's challenges with practical tools and clear direction.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 10 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 9 insurance carriers
Emilia O' Neill-Baker

Emilia O' Neill-Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to walk with you —so you can experience greater balance, resilience, joy, and overall wellness in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Bundy

Anthony Bundy

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marcia Landin

Marcia Landin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I find it a privilege to help someone along their health journey. I know it can be hard to trust and share with a stranger so I find it helpful to take our time building a therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Maryam Khoshbooii

Dr. Maryam Khoshbooii

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy should be a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors — and learn practical tools to create lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 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 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachael Daniel

Rachael Daniel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions such as, but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, and Bipolar disorder, using a holistic approach that integrates medication management and psychotherapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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 a Therapist in Laredo

Finding the right LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Laredo starts with knowing what kind of support you need. Whether you're looking for help with anxiety, depression, identity-related stress, relationship concerns, or something else, a provider who understands and affirms your identity can make a meaningful difference. Look for a licensed therapist or psychiatrist — such as an LPC, LCSW, psychologist, or psychiatrist — who has specific experience with LGBTQIA+ mental health care.

Laredo is a close-knit border community, and finding a local provider who is both affirming and accepting new patients can take time. Virtual sessions expand your options by connecting you with licensed providers across Texas who specialize in LGBTQIA+-affirming care. On Headway, you can read detailed provider bios to learn about their approach, specialties, and what to expect before you book.

Therapy in Laredo can be expensive out of pocket, but using your in-network insurance benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce your costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before your first appointment, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find an affirming provider who fits your needs and your budget.

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