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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 2,511 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.

Brianna Davis, Lpc, MA

Brianna Davis, Lpc, MA

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I utilize a mixture of CBT and psychoanalytic techniques to help uncover how our thoughts, past experiences, and unconscious influences our current presenting problems.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Martha Villafrade-Blume

Martha Villafrade-Blume

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that a single approach doesn't fit everyone. Each person is at a different point in their journey, and my job is to help them along the process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomes Buchanan

Thomes Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Clients should know that I bring both professional expertise and genuine compassion to every session. I specialize in working with neurodiverse individuals, people managing anxiety or depression, and those navigating major life transitions. My approach is client-centered and collaborative, meaning I value your voice in the process and tailor our work together to your unique goals.

I believe in creating a safe, supportive space where you can be fully yourself without judgment. My role is to listen, guide, and equip you with tools that promote resilience, self-awareness, and growth. I also understand the importance of balancing mental health with real-life challenges like school, work, and relationships, and I integrate practical strategies to help you thrive in each area.

Most importantly, I want clients to know that they are not alone. Together, we will work at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on both healing and building the confidence to move forward.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerry Williams

Kerry Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • The Woodlands, TX


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Stacie LePage

Stacie LePage

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


My name is Stacie LePage and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I have experience in helping teenagers and adults with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, confidence and depression. I earned my Bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas in 2001 and my Master’s degree from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas in 2006.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shanti Hubbard

Shanti Hubbard

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to help clients gain a deeper understanding of their experiences and alleviate feelings of guilt and shame.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Linze Pattison

Linze Pattison

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Austin, TX


“I believe validation is the key to healing and we will work together to validate all the parts of you that are hurt, so that you can become balanced, validated and healed.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Challenging, Humorous, 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
Laura Hawkins

Laura Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe a little warmth and even a bit of humor can go a long way when navigating the mind and messier parts of being human.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Garcia

Denise Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strive to create a warm, safe space where you feel welcome to come just as you are, as your most authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joyce Sauter

Joyce Sauter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“It is my experience that when a person feels respected and heard, discussions flow easily and result in significant healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Marlene Williams

Dr. Marlene Williams

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“I utilize a holistic approach aimed at establishing safety, emotion regulation and processing the core of current difficulties you may be experiencing to reduce distress and increase empowerment and connection to self.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Larsen

Kelly Larsen

Therapist

Virtual • Tomball, TX


“Our work together will focus on cultivating self-acceptance, fostering renewed hope... We will address the connection between past experiences, thought patterns and present behaviors to facilitate sustainable change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“He empowers his clients with the tools to be in control, advocate for themselves and make well-informed treatment decisions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Ariel Roberson

Dr. Ariel Roberson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


Hi, I'm Ariel, a Doctor of Nursing Practice, professor, and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).I provide care for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and substance use disorders. My background includes working across telehealth, inpatient, and outpatient settings, including detox and addiction treatment.

I bring a warm, down-to-earth approach and value working collaboratively with my clients. My focus is to create a supportive environment where you feel heard and respected as we work together toward real, lasting progress

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Suzanne Ayarza

Suzanne Ayarza

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My therapeutic approach is very compassionate yet challenging. I tend to focus on healing, while shifting focus and challenging negative thoughts.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Krizia Ortiz-Hickmann

Krizia Ortiz-Hickmann

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I'm here to help others become their best self & humbled to help someone through their personal growth. Therapy is a safe space; together, I would like to support healing & allow change with grace.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
JonTaye Bonds

JonTaye Bonds

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters degree from the University of Houston. I have been practicing therapy in Texas since 2016. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing therapy (CPT), and Positive Disciple.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 9 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
Katie Osgood

Katie Osgood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. We will work together to understand why certain patterns show up in your life, where they came from, and ways to help you feel more calm and grounded.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angie Alexander

Angie Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Mesquite, TX


“I specialize in helping clients who are having a stressful experience and building on their strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Raymond Castilleja

Raymond Castilleja

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a psychotherapist and gay man, I understand it can be difficult to live authentically and maintain intimate relationships in fear of rejection or not being loved.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jerry Mercado

Dr. Jerry Mercado

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy is person-centered, integrating various modalities to meet each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Eu'Lina Smith

Eu'Lina Smith

Therapist

Virtual • San Antonio, TX


“I'm passionate about serving the dually diagnosed population; those with a mental health diagnosis who are also struggling with addiction.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 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
Christina Perez

Christina Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I help clients sort through current and past experiences to best honor how they became who they are.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ash Milam

Ash Milam

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dallas, TX


“I want my clients to understand that therapy is not about finding "what is wrong with you". It is about finding out "what is right with you".”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sandra Villarreal

Sandra Villarreal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Universal City, TX


“I have over 20 years of experience working with youth, family issues and members of the LGBTQ community.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Tina Bollman

Tina Bollman

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“The foundation of therapy is an open and honest relationship. I provide a judgment free environment to explore your choices for starting therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stella Ihesiaba

Stella Ihesiaba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing holistic, person-centered care for children, adolescents, and adults.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Caitlin Battell

Caitlin Battell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My background as a therapist is rooted in my military background, lived experiences, and my work in the nonprofit field in Texas.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 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
Melissa Collins

Melissa Collins

Therapist

Virtual • Garland, TX


“The challenges that present in our lives can be overwhelming and debilitating. It is important to know that you are not alone.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Graham Quattlebaum

Graham Quattlebaum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Colleyville, TX


Life can get heavy—whether you’re juggling family dynamics, relationship stress, parenting challenges, or just trying to stay afloat. Maybe you’ve always been the dependable one, the person everyone else leans on, but you’re starting to realize it’s time to focus on yourself. You want less tension, more connection, and practical tools that actually make a difference. You’re not after a quick fix—you just want someone real to help you sort things out and walk with you through the hard parts.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Loriana Martin

Loriana Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work with adults, especially women, navigating anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions, and I offer sessions in both English and Spanish so you can speak in the language that feels most natural to you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tyler Griffin

Tyler Griffin

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My therapy approach centers on understanding the mind-body connection through interoception, empowering clients to recognize internal cues for emotional regulation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kedrick St Floyd

Kedrick St Floyd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“I believe real healing starts with real connection, which is why I focus on building honest, respectful, and supportive relationships with every client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tamra Truman

Tamra Truman

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“The quality of the connection between the client and the therapist is fundamental to emotional growth and genuine change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Courtney Young Cardenas

Courtney Young Cardenas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pearland, TX


“Growth and healing require vulnerability and hard work, but you do not have to walk this path alone.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Laura Reardon

Dr. Laura Reardon

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“I approach the first session with an open, nonjudgmental ear and heart. My goal is to help you feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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 Laredo

Searching for LGBTQIA therapists in Laredo starts with finding identity-affirming care that matches your needs. An affirming therapist may support people navigating identity, family or relationship stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for therapists who list experience with LGBTQIA+ populations, affirmative therapy, gender-diverse clients, or training related to gender-affirming care. These details can help you find someone whose background fits the kind of support you want.

In a mid-size city like Laredo, the number of local LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists may vary by schedule, specialty, and appointment format. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still letting you choose a therapist licensed in Texas. You may also want to compare appointment availability, therapeutic approach, therapist background, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Read each therapist’s bio before booking to see how they describe their style, the communities they support, and what sessions may look like.

Therapy in Laredo can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway makes it easier to find therapists who match your preferences and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details on Headway to confirm coverage and review estimated costs before booking. You can browse profiles, review estimated costs after entering your insurance, and book directly when you’re ready.

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