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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Fairfax, VA

Fairfax mental health support for LGBTQIA+ individuals includes affirming providers experienced in gender and sexual identity exploration. Our network of 867 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions, with many available within the next two weeks and free consultations to help you find the right fit.

Cindy Stegmeier

Cindy Stegmeier

Therapist

Virtual • Charlottesville, VA


I hope to help you transform those painful, self-limiting beliefs and old patterns into realistic and affirming ones. The process I most often use incorporates bilateral stimulation of the brain. This is a simple technique that often has profound results. It has been shown to move clients very quickly towards the core healing, which is central to lasting results. One of the key benefits of this therapy is the ability to approach new situations /people with creativity, clarity, and new problem-solving techniques. This often occurs spontaneously as part of the process.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angela Thomas-Jones

Angela Thomas-Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My role in the therapeutic relationship as one of a partnership best described in three words: non-judgmental, validating, and safe.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tierra Thomas

Tierra Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Fredericksburg, VA


I’ve been working in the mental health field for nearly a decade and bring a deep commitment to helping individuals heal, grow, and thrive. I hold a Master’s Degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, DC and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Marshall University in Huntington, WV. These academic foundations, combined with years of hands-on experience, have shaped my compassionate, informed, and client-centered approach to therapy.

Most recently I was serving as a Licensed Clinical Therapist where I provided individual and group therapy in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for adults facing complex mental health and substance use challenges. I am currently working at a small group practice treating adults with stress, anxiety, depression, ptsd, and more. I hold sessions on the weekend and in the morning one a week.

At the heart of my practice is a belief in the power of authentic connection. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore difficult emotions, build insight, and take meaningful steps toward lasting change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Alesha Caldwell

Dr. Alesha Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I can tailor responses based on your tone and needs—whether you're looking for validation, insight, practical tools, or just a safe space to vent.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sylvia Lawson-Cook

Sylvia Lawson-Cook

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I listen to understand. Each client is the expert on themself, and I am there to help guide them in their healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Simone Collins

Simone Collins

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a person-centered approach to therapy; I focus on meeting clients where they are and tailoring treatment goals to meet the needs of each individual client.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Christine Rykiel

Christine Rykiel

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I practice from a philosophy of empowering my clients to achieve balance with their mental and emotional health and to maintain healthy boundaries that support their well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sharon Arthur

Sharon Arthur

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a warm and affirming approach, sometimes direct and sometimes with humor or both, where I'm holding a safe space for you to process your emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiffany Straley

Tiffany Straley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in working with individuals navigating compulsive thoughts, anxiety, depression, and the complex impact of trauma and abuse.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashley Hutchens

Ashley Hutchens

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“For the last seven years, I have been working in a community mental health setting with all ages and backgrounds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patrick Hickey

Patrick Hickey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Roanoke, VA


“My approach to care is compassionate, collaborative, and personalized. I believe that mental health treatment works best when it is a partnership—I take time to listen, understand your unique story, and develop a plan that fits your needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Meg Kellogg (Gravely)

Meg Kellogg (Gravely)

Therapist

Virtual • N Chesterfld, VA


As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia, I have worked in the mental health field for over 10 years. Currently, I provide individual and family therapy services to teenagers and adults experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma, as well as with LBGTQ+ and trans/gender non-conforming (TGNC) folks seeking supportive and affirming care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Maxine Cher

Maxine Cher

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a gentle, person-centered approach, drawing from CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed care to support your growth and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Traequanda Brock

Traequanda Brock

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Traequanda is trained in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, has advanced training in infertility, and is also a birth and postpartum doula.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheila Strain

Sheila Strain

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I use evidence-based therapy, mindfulness, and coaching-informed strategies to help you strengthen coping skills, build confidence, and move forward with a greater sense of balance and direction.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Pamela Byrd

Pamela Byrd

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My Style to Behavioral Intervention Practice consist of facilitating effective active listening skills and communication skills...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jana DuFort

Jana DuFort

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Together we will address the roadblocks you've built deep within yourself to make healthier living a reality...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Daniel Kremin

Dr. Daniel Kremin

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“Psychotherapy is NOT a one size fits all approach to improving mental health. Therapy needs to be structured to the nature and needs of the parties involved.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shantel Cooper

Shantel Cooper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Petersburg, VA


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who creates safe, affirming spaces where clients can breathe, unpack, and begin again—without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Heather Rikli

Heather Rikli

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I utilize several treatment modalities to help achieve your goals. My primary approaches included Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, and Solution Focused therapies.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cassandra Sloan

Cassandra Sloan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Well hello there, here at On The Right Path, PLLC, we strive to guide you on your journey. Whether small or big we can work toward your goals together. I have had the honor of being invited into the lives of many clients with various backgrounds. I have worked with clients living with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, family issues, career obstacles and much more. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, authentic and professional.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mandy Verastek

Mandy Verastek

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I utilize a psychodynamic approach to delve deep into the underlying patterns and emotions that shape your experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Joni Joseph

Joni Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I offer a warm, empathic, nonjudgmental approach to treating clients and start are my clients feel most comfortable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Patrick Bobst

Patrick Bobst

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Patrick believes that the key to a successful therapeutic relationship is the establishment of a genuine and trusting rapport with his clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tania Majette

Tania Majette

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Tania's treatment modality styles are primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Glynn

Dr. Michael Glynn

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic approach is collaborative and trauma-informed, grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Avonlea Veilleux

Avonlea Veilleux

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I especially enjoy helping individuals with ADHD better understand how their minds work and build a life that works with their brain instead of constantly fighting against it.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Veronica Zubia

Veronica Zubia

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in working with individuals whose lives have been shaped by addiction—whether through personal experience or the impact of addiction in their environment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katrina Williams

Katrina Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a warm, collaborative approach to therapy, using a multidimensional framework to meet the unique needs of each client or couple.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Anderson

Sandra Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I am a Clinical Social Worker with a graduate degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work. For the past two decades, I have been advocating for individuals and families struggling with mental health concerns. My work has primarily focused on trauma, and I have provided therapeutic services to a diverse array of individuals of all ages. I am committed to helping people overcome eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other stressors that impact our lives.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wayne Pearson

Wayne Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I find humor and honesty to be my main approach when it comes to connecting and building rapport with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Phylicia Wooten

Phylicia Wooten

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that every individual has the capacity for growth and change, and I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, develop self-awareness, and build the skills needed to overcome challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Susan Sanford

Susan Sanford

Therapist

Virtual • Newport News, VA


“I believe that true healing requires a personalized, holistic approach. I am highly skilled in treating complex mental health issues using a trauma informed approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lawanda Martin

Lawanda Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I believe that you are the leading expert on your own life. My role is not to diagnose you from a distance or tell you how to live, but to walk alongside you as a collaborator. I am committed to providing a space defined by total transparency and zero judgment.

In this room, you are safe to be your most authentic self. I will listen deeply to your experiences and reflect what I hear, helping you clear the path toward the goals and growth you define as important. We are in this together, and you will always set the pace."

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jessica Soule

Jessica Soule

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“You should expect to leave a session feeling heard and supported, but more importantly, you should feel yourself moving closer to the person you are meant to be and the life you want.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lissa Ramsepaul

Lissa Ramsepaul

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Whether you are struggling with the far-reaching impact of past trauma, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other ongoing health issue or simply wanting to invest in a bit of self-exploration and growth, I am so glad that you have begun your search for the best facilitator in that journey. I believe in meeting people where they are and allowing you to set your own pace for healing. I look forward to assisting on your healing journey in any way that I can.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Darleen Wodzenski

Dr. Darleen Wodzenski

Therapist

Virtual • Vienna, VA


“Our approach is respectful, gentle, compassionate, evidence-based. We incorporate serious brain-based mental health modalities into a caring person-centered format to support healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Saara Amri

Saara Amri

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have a particular commitment to supporting individuals from queer, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, and I approach therapy with an understanding of how cultural identity, systemic factors, and lived experience can shape mental health and...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Scott

Andrea Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“By utilizing a person-centered therapy modality, we actively listens to and support clients on their journey to discover and accept their true selves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Victoria Taylor

Victoria Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic approach is client-centered, focusing on creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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