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LGBT therapists in Tacoma, WA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Tacoma, WA

Finding an open-minded therapist who celebrates your authentic self matters. Headway's Tacoma network includes warm, inquisitive providers experienced in supporting LGBTQIA mental health journeys, with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage helping you save up to 75% on sessions.

Steve Thaxton

Steve Thaxton

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


I am coming up on 28 years of clinical experience. Over the years, helping people deal with traumas has become my clinical focus. Helping people heal and cope with trauma is extremely rewarding. Along the way, I was honored to share my research on trauma at national and international conferences.

I have also had the honor of helping military service members, their families and children. I have worked with all branches.

I have a masters degree in Mental Health Counseling. I am a certified EMDR child specialist. (EMDR in person only)

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Alperovich

Julia Alperovich

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I hold the belief that people are resilient and that they possess the strength and wisdom to heal seemingly irreparable wounds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Sprague

Barbara Sprague

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“She is committed to providing a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all patients, including those who identify as LGBTQ+.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tyler Richter

Tyler Richter

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I am not a person who will just nod along with things you say, I will engage in challenging some of your thinking and provide different perspectives you might not have considered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Gonzalez Rivera

Jacqueline Gonzalez Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“Using the creative/eclectic process to explore the conscious and unconscious, discovering feelings/experiences when words are not enough.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Deneice Wickens

Dr. Deneice Wickens

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


PLEASE EMAIL ME, THE CALENDAR DOES NOT WORK!

Hi there, I’m Dr. Deneice, DNP, MBA, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, and I’m NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS (For limited slots)

Here’s what you need to know:

  • Who I Help: Young-feeling adults navigating anxiety, depression, insomnia, PTSD, PMDD, ADHD, Autism, and more. If you’re ready for real change, you’ve come to the right place.
  • Why Work With Me:
    • Expertise & Compassion: Doctoral Prepared, Board-certified PMHNP-BC with degrees in Nursing, Business, and Psychology.
    • Holistic Approach: Blending evidence-based medication management with therapeutic strategies tailored just for you.
    • Flexible Scheduling: I value your time, book when it works for you via Google Calendar or drop me an email.
  • Your Next Step:
    1. Email me at ➡️[email protected]
    2. Reserve your spot instantly: Schedule on Google Calendar

Limited slots available: secure your appointment now and start your journey to lasting wellness!

  • https://calendar.app.google/mthW2bCyu8UjfChA9
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Angela Rasheed

Dr. Angela Rasheed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Seattle, WA


“I will provide clinical advice based on my expertise based on evidence based clinical data and studies, and allowing you to participate actively in your treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ragnar Scott

Ragnar Scott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Vancouver, WA


“My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, providing real-world, supportive care tailored to each patient's needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Patrick Martin

Dr. Patrick Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My approach to therapy is solution-focused and centered on problem-solving. I work collaboratively with clients to identify their challenges, develop practical strategies, and empower them to achieve meaningful change in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Billings

Melissa Billings

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I provide a safe, affirming space for individuals of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Uzoejinwa Onyekwelu

Uzoejinwa Onyekwelu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I have been caring for clients for over a decade. I treat various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorder, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, Bipolar etc.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Brown

Jennifer Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I aim to cultivate a therapy relationship that merges lived, desired, and present experiences with a long-developed capacity for understanding trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Leiva

Christina Leiva

Therapist

Virtual • Seattle, WA


I am a licensed counselor with a Masters in Counseling. My practice is rooted in extensive experience working with diverse populations. I offer a unique blend of evidence-based and creative approaches.I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Somatic interventions such as Expressive Arts.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Rose

Kimberly Rose

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My approach is client-centered, rooted in deep respect for your unique journey. Together, we'll work to gently unravel what's happening within...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lisa Squires

Lisa Squires

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


I’m a board‐certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I care deeply about helping adults feel understood and supported. I work with people experiencing mood, anxiety, trauma‐related, and neurodivergent challenges, and I try to make the process feel calm, collaborative, and human. As a woman of color, I understand how meaningful it can be to have a provider who recognizes the impact of identity, culture, and lived experience on mental health. I’m committed to providing inclusive, affirming care for LGBTQIA+ individuals and people from all backgrounds. My practice centers on safety, respect, and whole‐person wellbeing through medication management, education, and supportive guidance tailored to your goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Oscar Ureno

Dr. Oscar Ureno

Psychologist

Virtual • Washington


“I work from a psychodynamic perspective, which involves exploring underlying desires, patterns, and unconscious influences that shape behavior.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kim Guercio

Kim Guercio

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My goal is to create a space and time for you to explore your experiences and challenges in order to make positive changes in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lisa Jackson

Lisa Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe the therapeutic relationship is central to healing. I look forward in helping you discover the answers already inside of you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 18 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Harmon

Angela Harmon

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I believe every person has worth, and some time we need support and guidance to find the worth in ourselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 20 insurance carriers
Daniel Caffarel

Daniel Caffarel

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My primary approach is OCD-specific Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a method I learned directly from its creator, Dr. Steven Phillipson.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Creech

Kate Creech

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I love working with healthcare workers, therapists, highly sensitive people, and empaths, people who spend their days holding space for others and often don't have much left for themselves by the time they reach out for support.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lauren Salerno

Lauren Salerno

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


Hello! I'm Lauren Salerno (she/her), a licensed mental health therapist in Washington! I am also trained in art therapy, and love to incorporate creativity into my work with people. My typical client is neurodivergent, creative, and looking for healthy coping skills to learn when to adapt and when to advocate for themselves. I work with adults 18+ and sometimes with groups. Nice to meet you!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lolita Aguiñaga

Lolita Aguiñaga

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My approach is gentle but active—I listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and help you make sense of what you're feeling without ever pushing you before you're ready.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tristan Vizconde

Tristan Vizconde

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


Hi! My name is Tristan. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Washington and New York. I am a sex and body-positive, LGBTQI+ affirming, kink-friendly therapist who works with adults, 18 and over, around varying topics such as gender, sexuality, HIV/AIDS & STIs, safer sex, self-esteem, self-acceptance, family, Asian (Filipino) identity, polyamorous/alternative relationship structures, harm-reduction, depression, and anxiety.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caitlin Thompson

Caitlin Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


I'm a mental health counselor with roots in teaching and social emotional learning; that background shapes the way I show up with clients, with patience, curiosity, and a genuine belief in each person's capacity to grow. At the heart of my work is empathy and deep listening; I want every client to feel truly met, not just heard.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Yanlin Tso

Yanlin Tso

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I specialize in working with queer, neurodivergent and BIPOC people using Internal Family Systems and Somatic Experiencing training to help people learn to resolve trauma at the body level beyond verbal processing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alex Rhodes

Alex Rhodes

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


Finding and embracing your authentic self is a journey that can be challenging. Figuring out how to cope in a healthy way with what the world throws at us can be difficult. I'm interested in working with you to figure out how you want your life and experiences to be, and how to start making your way there. I've been practicing for over 5 years, working mainly with LGBTQ+ young adults and adults struggling with anxiety, gender, and interpersonal communication issues.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Barbee

Ashley Barbee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bellevue, WA


“When you leave our sessions, you will feel heard and seen. You will feel like you have a tailored plan and know what to expect next.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Miu Hart

Dr. Miu Hart

Psychologist

Virtual • Washington


“My approach is integrated, relational, and depth-oriented, with a focus on understanding how early experiences and old wounds shape our present selves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Harris

Kelly Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and genuine. I am direct, validating, and like to get to know you as a whole person.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Petrucci

Danielle Petrucci

Therapist

Virtual • Seattle, WA


“I ask that you are ready to make a commitment, to yourself, first. I consider this the first step of the journey...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tianna Morrison

Tianna Morrison

Therapist

Virtual • Tacoma, WA


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in the belief that each client has the inherent ability to live the life they desire.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Emily Simoneau

Emily Simoneau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I believe that mental health care should be a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable sharing your experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
MaryAnn OMalloy

MaryAnn OMalloy

Therapist

Virtual • Bellevue, WA


“I am a sex positive therapist skilled in the areas of sexuality and relationship structure minorities including consensual non monogamy, BDSM/Kink, leather, and those who practice alternative spiritualities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Bullock

Melissa Bullock

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I strive to not only help folks find an understanding of their situation, thoughts and feelings but to leave with a lightness about them that will carry them through the next week and beyond.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Se Hee Seo

Se Hee Seo

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


I've worked with families and individuals in various outpatient mental health treatment settings.

I am able to provide counseling services in English and Korean.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Poznyansky

Susan Poznyansky

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I want to be here to support you in riding out and navigating the challenges so you can thrive and take in the joys.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aurora Fernwood

Aurora Fernwood

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I specialize in treating ADHD, LGBTQIA+ issues, healing trauma, improving self-worth and helping people recover from toxic religious systems or other organizations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adam Gears

Adam Gears

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington


“I believe care should feel human, not clinical. I keep things honest, straightforward, and grounded in real life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Stewart

Sarah Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Washington


“I approach therapy as a collaborative, human process. You don't need to have everything figured out to start, and you don't need to explain yourself perfectly to be understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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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 a Therapist in Tacoma

Finding the right LGBTQIA-affirming therapist in Tacoma starts with knowing what kind of support you need. 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 to focus specifically on coming out, gender identity, family dynamics, or experiences of discrimination. Providers on Headway include licensed therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists with training across a wide range of approaches and specialties.

When choosing a provider, consider what matters most to you — whether that's a therapist who shares your identity, someone with specific training in LGBTQIA-affirming care, or a provider who offers both virtual and in-person sessions in the Tacoma and Pierce County area. Reading a provider's bio on Headway can help you learn about their style, background, and the populations they work with before you reach out.

Therapy in Tacoma can be expensive without coverage, but using your in-network insurance benefits is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find an affirming provider who fits both your needs and your budget.

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