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Dr Dorian Kondas

Awakenings Counseling

MA, PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I've had the privilege of working with a wide variety of diverse adult clients--perhaps like you! I provide individual and group therapy (currently not couples or family therapy). Coming from both a generalist and specialist background, I'm able to work with many concerns that could include any of the following: PTSD and trauma (of many kinds) Queer / LGBTQ issues Racial/Ethnic concerns Depression and anxiety Grief, loss, transitions Relationship or family conflict Aging, chronic illness / pain / HIV/AIDS Sexuality, gender, body shame Sexual addiction / compulsion Academic stress and achievement Recovering from narcissistic abuse Interpersonal issues in group therapy Religious trauma, conflict and cult recovery Job stress, burnout, and finding "calling" Student, academic and career concerns Adverse experiences from prayer and meditation Racial discrimination / recovering from hate crime Climate change distress / political anxiety / social justice concerns.”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · End-of-Life · Faith-Based Care · Gender Identity · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Out-of-Control Sexual Behavior · Panic · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Michelle Rosenbalm

Kaleidoscope Counseling & Wellness

LPC

Licensed In:
Arizona, Colorado
“I work primarily with older adolescents, young adults, college students, and adults. I am committed to supporting and affirming members of the LGBTQ+ community.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Depression · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Meron Girmaiy

Ember Psychotherapy Collective

LMHC

Licensed In:
Georgia, Massachusetts, Vermont
“You might be struggling to understand why you fall into the same damaging patterns in your relationships. Or why, no matter how much you want to, you just can't seem to let yourself be vulnerable with the people you love most. Or maybe you're facing questions about your path in life and trying to fit into a predetermined mold. I believe we shouldn't have to force ourselves to blend into one aspect of our identities. We deserve to embrace all parts of ourselves and create our own unique balance from our cultural, gender, emotional identities and more.”
Services:
Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Codependency · Depression · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Anne Daly

Masha Sorkin & Associates

LICSW

Licensed In:
Massachusetts, Vermont
“I enjoy working with clients who may be navigating anxiety, depression, grief, a major life transition, or questions about identity, relationships, intimacy, or sexuality. Maybe you feel stuck in old patterns, disconnected from yourself or a partner, or unsure how to move forward. I work with adults across the lifespan and enjoy helping people better understand themselves, their relationships, and the experiences that have shaped them. Together, I hope to create space for reflection while building on your strengths and working toward meaningful, lasting change. I also love working with People of Color (POC) and LGBTQ+”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Janice Baxter

Courage to Heal, LLC

LMFT

Licensed In:
Colorado, Illinois, Mississippi, Pennsylvania
“I work with adults utilizing a trauma informed lense. My specialties are eating disorders, trauma, and women's issues.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Codependency · Depression · Eating Disorders · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Masha Sorkin

Masha Sorkin & Associates

LICSW/LCSW

Licensed In:
California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, DC
“I work with adults for individual and couples therapy. My passion is to work with people on issues surrounding all stages of relationships; from seeking a relationship and dating, break ups, premarital/engagement, marriage, parenthood and beyond. I work with individuals and couples struggling in the areas of communication, intimacy, connection, infertility, infidelity, value differences, in law issues, parenting, existential crises as well as any other area inpacting their ability to live a high quality of life. I also have a passion for working with people with high functioning anxiety as well as other forms of anxiety.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Divorce · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Gina Cardillo

Gina Cardillo Art Therapy & Counseling

ATR-BC, LPC

Licensed In:
Pennsylvania
“I work with late adolescents and young adults who feel lost or aimless in this world, who may have repressed parts of themselves as a means to survive their earlier years and who may not have had the chance to enjoy their childhood or to be a kid. I help these clients to practice feelings identification and awareness of where these feelings reside in the body so that those feelings can then become a source of internal guidance and wisdom. Through increased awareness of one’s emotional life, along with identification of one’s strengths and passions, I can help my clients establish a better sense of direction and empowerment in their choices and lives.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Depression · Life Transitions · Self Esteem · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Annalisa Erba

Annalisa Erba, Psy.D.

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I have studied and worked with people who have experienced significant losses/grief (particularly early parental loss) in great depth. I have also had considerable experience with people who are struggling with issues around relationships, anxiety, overfunctioning, infidelity, early adulthood/mid life crises/aging, peri/menopause, fertility, cross cultural issues, perfectionism and existential questions.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Attachment · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Spirituality · Women’s Mental Health
Kate Kincaid

Tucson Counseling Associates

LPC

Licensed In:
Arizona, Utah
“Tucson Counseling Associates offers anti-oppressive outpatient psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. Our practice supports clients navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, life transitions, OCD, ADHD, substance use, and a range of other mental health concerns.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Medication Management, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Aging · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Disability · Dissociative Disorders · Gender Identity · Grief · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Personality Disorders · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Cloeie Hood

Tegmentum Counseling Services

LCSW

Licensed In:
Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Oregon, Washington
“I work with adults who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about how to move forward. I support clients navigating trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, co-occurring mental health concerns, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and complex experiences that can be difficult to make sense of. Together, we work toward greater understanding, connection, and meaningful change.”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Codependency · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Mood Disorders · Serious Mental Illness · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD
Kristie Fuller

Sweary Therapy

LMHC

Licensed In:
Alaska, Florida
“I work with high-achieving, neurocomplex, and LGBTQ+ folks who look like they have it together but are burned out, overwhelmed, and sick of the struggle. Anxiety, depression, chronic illness, grief, or identity confusion are common concerns my client bring to sessions. Clients appreciate my authentic, no-BS approach, and that they can show up as themselves - colorful hair, colorful tattoos, and colorful language!”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Burnout · Chronic Pain and Illness · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD
Aara Abu Laban

Healing Intimacies

LPC, CST

Licensed In:
Florida, Maryland, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia
“I'm an AASECT certified sex therapist who specializes in supporting individuals whose sexuality has been negatively impacted by religious trauma, cultural expectations, betrayal, low self-esteem, anxiety, or negative body image. I understand that these issues are not just about sex itself — they are about reclaiming your sense of self and your confidence.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Consensual Non-Monogamy · Men’s Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Sexual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health

About LGBTQ+ Affirming

This page helps you find licensed mental health providers who offer online care for LGBTQ+ clients. Whether you are looking for affirming therapy, support around identity, relationships, family stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, or medication management, telehealth can expand your options beyond the nearest zip code. Online care depends on where a provider is licensed and where you are physically located during sessions, so start by selecting the state or states where you will be during appointments. Then narrow your results with filters like service type, therapy modality, language, age group, and insurance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Online Therapy for LGBTQ+ Support

How do I use this page to find an online provider for LGBTQ+ support?

Start by choosing the state or states where you will be physically located during sessions. Then use filters to narrow the list by service type, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and more. Read provider profiles to see whether they mention LGBTQ+ affirming care, experience with your concerns, and the kinds of virtual services they offer. That makes it easier to compare options and choose a good fit.

What should I ask before booking?

Ask whether the provider has experience working with LGBTQ+ clients and whether they support the issues you want help with, such as identity exploration, coming out, relationships, family conflict, trauma, anxiety, depression, or gender-affirming support. You can also ask about scheduling, fees, insurance, session format, and what first appointments are like. A short consultation can help you decide whether the provider feels affirming, practical, and easy to talk to.

Does my online therapist have to live in my state, and what happens if I travel out of state?

Your therapist does not usually need to live in your state, but they generally need to be licensed for the state where you are physically located during the appointment. That is why your location during each session matters. If you travel or split time between states, check whether the provider can legally continue care. You can also look for providers who are licensed in more than one state here: https://therapyexpanded.com/find-a-therapist-licensed-in-multiple-states.

Does insurance cover online therapy for LGBTQ+ support, and how does payment usually work?

Many providers accept insurance for online therapy, but coverage depends on your plan, the provider, and the service you receive. Some providers are in-network, while others provide superbills for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Before booking, check the provider’s profile for insurance details, session fees, and payment policies. It is also smart to confirm telehealth mental health benefits directly with your insurance company so you know what to expect.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

Most online therapy appointments work best in a private place with a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is often ideal, though a phone or tablet may also work depending on the provider and platform. Many sessions happen by video, but some providers may also use phone calls, secure messaging, texting, or email depending on the service. Providers may have their own policies about session location and privacy, so check ahead if that may be an issue.

What types of telehealth services are available for LGBTQ+ support?

Available services may include individual therapy for one-on-one support, couples counseling for relationship concerns, family therapy for family conflict or communication, group therapy for shared support, child or teen therapy for younger clients, and medication management when medication is part of care. Use the service filters to find providers who offer the format you want.

When is online therapy for LGBTQ+ support not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit during an immediate crisis, when emergency support is needed, when a higher level of care is required, or when you do not have a private space or reliable internet connection. It may also be harder if you need in-person services or frequent hands-on support. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call or text 988 right away.

Need urgent support? Therapy Expanded is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you need urgent mental health, suicide, domestic violence, substance use, or LGBTQIA+ support, visit our crisis and mental health resources page.