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LGBT therapists in Stafford, VA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Stafford, VA

Seeking culturally competent mental health support in Stafford? Headway's 865 licensed providers include specialists experienced in supporting LGBTQIA clients through identity exploration, relationship concerns, and personal growth. Sessions are available virtually or in-person with most clients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance coverage.

Yamileth Vega

Yamileth Vega

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly express your feelings and work through life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Chante Cross

Chante Cross

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I practice utilizing a holistic approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathon Carrington

Jonathon Carrington

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“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
Dr. Jasmine Jones

Dr. Jasmine Jones

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I can help clear the fog by teaching skills that help you reach your goals and improve your quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lauren Laich

Lauren Laich

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen & accept us as we are, without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Glorya Askew

Glorya Askew

Therapist

Virtual • Arlington, VA


“Glorya's work has focused on children, adolescents, adults, and families in community agencies and forensic settings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Solange Missibi

Dr. Solange Missibi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“Dr. Solange Missibi is a dedicated and compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner committed to providing exceptional care to individuals with varied mental health conditions and all ages.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tracy Moore

Tracy Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • N CHESTERFLD, VA


“Integrating expressive arts techniques, including drawing, storytelling, and role-playing, to engage clients in therapy and facilitate emotional expression.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brittany McCullar

Brittany McCullar

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I utilize an empathetic approach along with evidence-based modalities (elements of CBT, DBT) to increase client awareness, provide education, and teach the tools/skills necessary to overcome.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Joseph Atanacio

Joseph Atanacio

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Clients report feeling comfortable talking to me and they appreciate the practical advice I provide as well as the gentle guidance in self discovery and improving their relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Tiffany Crayton

Dr. Tiffany Crayton

Therapist

Virtual • Portsmouth, VA


“I deeply value creating a space that awakens one's bravery. A space that is free of shame and helps clients discover their true authentic selves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Azim Ross

Azim Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Fairfax, VA


“My approach to therapy is client-centered, based on your goals. We start from where you are and help create a roadmap to where you wish be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Kristy Karas

Kristy Karas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Radford, VA


“After 20 years of practice in a variety of psychiatric care settings, I have developed my own unique approach...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Hansen

Katherine Hansen

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have learned that there are three aspects of life no one can escape: pain, uncertainty and constant work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Michele Bradshaw

Dr. Michele Bradshaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“My goal is for you to leave each session feeling heard, understood, and empowered by providing a supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kevin Conley

Kevin Conley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“I spend a good amount of time instilling hope, increasing happiness, and teaching strategies my clients can use to improve their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sydnee Mata

Sydnee Mata

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My work is grounded in somatic therapy, which focuses on how experiences live in the body and nervous system.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Britt

Erin Britt

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Delinda Swanston

Delinda Swanston

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Delinda has a strong inclination toward Resiliency Psychology & resiliency skills development when addressing adversity, trauma, and the effects of tragedy in one's life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tara Beach

Tara Beach

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I will always be me and believe that this helps people feel safe when building a connection with me, a human being rather than a blank slate expert.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Dylan Colson

Dylan Colson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I know what it feels like to not fit perfectly into the boxes society creates... That's why I became a counselor.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jim Meador

Jim Meador

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lynchburg, VA


“One of the main goals I have for my clients is to develop/sustain hope. Sometimes I have to carry that for them until they can carry it for themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
James Burrwell

James Burrwell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 18 years of experience providing mental health services.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Georgina Rose Chidaushe

Georgina Rose Chidaushe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“Rose facilitates integrated holistic wellness by incorporating psychotropic medication, psychotherapy, lifestyle modification, supplements and genetic testing in clients treatment plans.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tammerra Hewitt

Tammerra Hewitt

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“The goal is to meet each client where they are then guide them to anew path with open, direct and solution oriented therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rebecca Snead

Rebecca Snead

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonburg, VA


“I strive to provide a calm, welcoming, and safe space to openly talk about your thoughts, feelings and concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Russell

Christopher Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Vienna, VA


“I want to assist you in becoming the best version of yourself. It is time to challenge who you are by being who you always wanted to be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Khovita Jainarine

Khovita Jainarine

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is to honor each individual's unique circumstances as I work with them to build a practical plan for achieving positive change and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Laura Samalya

Laura Samalya

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Virginia Beach, VA


I received my bachelor's from James Madison University and a Master of Arts from Lesley University in Expressive Therapy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jean Todd

Jean Todd

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic style is to make you feel supportive and heard and to gently push you to see new possibilities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kelsi Fontaine

Kelsi Fontaine

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“I prioritize cultivating an environment of authenticity, warmth, and creativity in the counseling space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Johnston

Amanda Johnston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Forest, VA


“I believe therapy should be flexible and adaptable, using evidence-based techniques that match your unique needs and where you're at each day.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristina Cooper

Kristina Cooper

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to help you better understand your mental health, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jaslynn Giles

Jaslynn Giles

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“There are seven billion versions of normal on this planet and I always feel privileged to be able to help others through their unique journey of finding their normal...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Stoler

Jessica Stoler

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I work with clients who are trying to make sense of how past trauma still shows up in their lives today—whether through patterns that feel hard to break, struggles in relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, codependency, or addiction.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Matthew Fuller

Matthew Fuller

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I empower patients by leaning on nonjudgmental, positive regard, building strong rapport and trust with patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jamie Jackson

Jamie Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I firmly believe that creating a safe, inclusive space—where individuals are encouraged to show up as their authentic selves—is vital for personal growth, transformation, and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Kristene Thorne

Kristene Thorne

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am an affirming therapist who honors all genders, sexualities, faiths, and families. I value authenticity and openness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Heather Keyes

Heather Keyes

Therapist

Virtual • Lynchburg, VA


“I use a collaboration of Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational interviewing, and Solution focused.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Vanessa Fowlkes

Vanessa Fowlkes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


Hello! I am a Psychiatric NP and provide medication management services for those seeking treatment for their mental health issues. All appointments are done via telehealth. I offer flexible scheduling and accept insurance.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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