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LGBT therapists in Chesapeake, VA
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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Chesapeake, VA
Chesapeake's LGBTQIA+ community deserves mental health care from providers who truly understand. Headway offers sessions with empowering, inquisitive clinicians available as soon as next day, with transparent pricing and insurance support to make therapy accessible.
“A warm, welcoming and non-judgmental approach to therapy is a must with individuals suffering from the agony of depression, anxiety and fear.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My approach is best defined as evidence-based, highlighted with a warm, safe, welcoming, and understanding environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I noticed that many veterans were more able to open up and process the traumas they had experienced with another veteran than with a non-veteran.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss. I consider it a privilege to stand with another individual as he or she resolves great pain. I specialize in treating clients with trauma, relationship issues, and borderline personality disorder.
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I earned my degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, and my clinical experience with children, families, and adults from various backgrounds and paths of life.
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I'm passionate about walking alongside people as they discover who they truly are and learn how to embrace and become more of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I specialize in providing culturally competent, trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health services.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic approach balances helping you to feel validated, learn new skills, and better understand the underlying causes of your feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over 7 years working in behavioral health, offering personalized care through telehealth for adults and teens. I treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, mood changes, and life stressors with a strengths-based approach, focusing on both symptom relief and personal growth. My goal is to provide medication management with supportive therapy in a collaborative, compassionate way. Together, we’ll create a plan that helps you find clarity, balance, and confidence. If you’re ready to take the next step, reach out today—I look forward to connecting with you.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I take a warm, trauma-informed, and person-centered approach to therapy, working collaboratively to create a safe and affirming space for each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I aim to give you a safe, supportive space to explore your feelings, gain new insights, and feel understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to therapy, drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“Working with me feels like sitting with a trusted friend who sees you, listens without judgment, and creates ease and understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I take a supportive, warm, judgment-free approach to mental health care, offering medication management and guidance for anxiety, depression, ADHD, and more.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with clients who identify across the spectrums of gender and sexual orientation, and families who want to learn how to be more supportive of their loved ones.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I combine CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and coaching to help you understand your patterns and take meaningful action.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I want clients I work with to feel empowered, grounded and have a greater understanding of themselves and the healthy pathways that lead to a meaningful life aligned to their value set.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe that therapy in a safe, accepting, and compassionate space allows for the self-understanding necessary for growth and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe everyone has the innate ability to change their life for the better, and I am here to help you do just that.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal as a therapist is to create a space where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have been a therapist for more than 2 decade and am tremendously grateful to be doing something I love.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Her approach to care is warm, collaborative, and deeply person-centered. Deniece is committed to creating a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where individuals feel safe, heard, and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I'm a licensed therapist who works primarily with adults who have spent much of their lives being responsible, capable, and emotionally available to others.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I must understand what issue (s) you are dealing with in "your own words" that bring you to therapy, how these issues affect you individually, and how they affect you in any relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I believe that feeling safe and understood is essential for healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic style is open, integrative, and supportive, rooted in the belief that an authentic relationship is the driver of change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I take a solution-focused approach, always aiming to help you move forward with care that's thoughtful, practical, and tailored to what you need most.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe that clients are the expert in their lives and often time what is needed is to know that they have the space to talk about what they are experiencing without feeling judged.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I view my therapeutic role as a collaborator; you bring your expertise on your life, and I bring my knowledge and education on mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
I am a Licensed Clinical social worker in Virginia & DC. I possess over 5 years of mental health experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. I have worked in a variety of settings such as: schools, inpatient hospitals, partial hospitalization programs, and residential facilities.
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach combines evidence-based practices with a warm, collaborative style that empowers clients to build resilience and achieve lasting growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I create a safe, stress-free space where you can free your thoughts and worries with absolutely no judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I take a collaborative, non-judgmental approach to counseling that focuses on identifying each family's unique strengths and challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I want clients to feel empowered; the therapeutic journey is about creating skills that are applicable and long-lasting.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My treatment approach is rooted in gold standard, evidence-based practices that focus on patient centered care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Known for my warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative style, I strive to empower clients to thrive and achieve balance in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative. Together, we'll slow things down, get curious about what hurts, and uncover what's possible beyond the pain.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“Andi works to create an open and safe environment for that weekly hour that you can just take a breath and focus on yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I believe in working with the whole person and tailor my approach to the client I am working with. I tend to draw from Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy works best as a collaborative process where you feel heard, valued, and supported, not judged or treated like a set of symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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