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LGBT therapists in Virginia Beach, VA
Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Virginia Beach, VA
Find affirming mental healthcare providers in Virginia Beach who understand your unique experiences and identity. Headway connects you with 826 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions, with many available within days. Average clients save 75% on therapy through insurance coverage.
I’m Ine Saka, PMHNP-BC, FNP, and founder of Empathy Wellness Center, currently serving Maryland and Virginia. As a board-certified psychiatric and family nurse practitioner, I provide compassionate, holistic, evidence-based care for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma, integrating traditional psychiatry with wellness-focused approaches to support mind, body, and spirit.
I believe in the inherent wisdom and strength within all human beings and I utilize a number of approaches to reveal that wisdom and strength within my clients.
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I am a dual board-certified Psych-Mental Health & Family NP with 13 yrs experience as a RN and 4 yrs experience as a NP in mental health. I have a MS from VCU and Post-Masters Certificate from Frontier Nursing Univ.
I have autonomous practice as a family provider and Dr. Wendy Cohen serves as collaborating physician for mental health care.
Welcome, my name is Elizabeth Greene (Liz) and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia. Thank you for taking the time to learn a little bit about me. I hold a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University. I have worked in the mental health profession with diverse populations and ages for over 18 years.
You are my ideal client if you are seeking to understand Relationships; the one with your inner-self and/or your relationship with others by seeking to improve various types of relationships such as: Marriage/Couples/Intimate (sexual/non-sexual), Interpersonal, Professional (performance anxiety/high-pressure stress), and Family Relationships. My ideal clientele also includes those heavily impacted by Military related issues, Athletes struggling with performance anxiety, burnout, motivation, & confidence and others seeking Mental and Emotional Wellness support during life’s difficult times & transitions.
Hey! I'm Brendan, a licensed professional counselor, living and working in Richmond, Virginia. My goal, in every session, is to help you reach a point of empowerment and acceptance with yourself through compassionate and playful work together. You are the expert on you, I will follow and walk along this path with you. I will help you better understand yourself and how you wish to be. Through understanding there is compassion, through compassion there is liberation.
I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. I have a Masters in Clinical Health Psychology and a Masters in Nutrition/Dietetics, which helps lend to a holistic approach to my work with clients. I commonly work with health behavioral change, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADHD, OCD, and relationship change. My treatment approach utilizes a biopsychosocial lense in long-term therapy based in psychodynamic, strengths-based, and integrative work in overall health. I utilize coping skills from CBT, DBT, ACT, and Mindfulness. I incorporated life-skills such a assertiveness, boundaries, and career.
I love the work that I do and the healing relationships I have been able to foster with my clients. I believe that therapy is a form of self-care and I want to be an advocate of that for my clients. I welcome anyone who thinks they may want some support, whether long-term or short-term to reach out to me and set up a brief phone consultation.
Frequently asked questions
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 Virginia Beach
Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Virginia Beach starts with identifying what kind of support matters most to you. Some people are looking for help with anxiety, depression, or relationship concerns in a space where their identity is understood and respected. Others may want a provider with specific experience in areas like coming out, gender identity, or navigating discrimination. Knowing your priorities can help you narrow your search and feel more confident in your choice.
Virginia Beach and the broader Hampton Roads area are home to a diverse community, including a large military population. Look for a licensed provider — such as an LPC, LCSW, psychologist, or psychiatrist — who has identified themselves as LGBTQIA+-affirming and has experience with your specific concerns. Reading a provider's bio can give you a sense of their approach, background, and whether they may be a good match. Many providers also offer a free introductory phone call so you can ask questions and see if you feel comfortable before committing to a session.
Therapy in Virginia Beach can be expensive without insurance, but using your in-network benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce what you pay. On Headway, you can enter your insurance information to see estimated session costs before booking. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Whether you prefer in-person sessions in the Virginia Beach area or virtual appointments from home, affirming care that fits your budget is within reach.
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