LGBTQ+ Psychiatrists in San Francisco, CA
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in ADHD, depression, anxiety, and transgender mental health.
As someone with ADHD, anxiety, and depression myself, I’m especially passionate about helping others who struggle and live with these issues. Prior to my own practice, I successfully treated hundreds of adults with ADHD at a startup called Ahead. My patients included tech professionals, students, parents, and artists from all over California.
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in ADHD, depression, anxiety, and transgender mental health.
As someone with ADHD, anxiety, and depression myself, I’m especially passionate about helping others who struggle and live with these issues. Prior to my own practice, I successfully treated hundreds of adults with ADHD at a startup called Ahead. My patients included tech professionals, students, parents, and artists from all over California.
I also have an interest in LGBTQ mental health care and am happy to provide care for patients anywhere on the queer-spectrum.
I am accepting patients for medication management, ketamine, and TMS. I am not available for weekly therapy. If you are looking to be a new patient, send me a message about your goals, treatment desired, and insurance carrier and if I have availability we will reach out! I am a psychiatrist who works with patients with a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, and psychotic illness. I enjoy working with patients and finding a treatment plan that works for them.
I also have an interest in LGBTQ mental health care and am happy to provide care for patients anywhere on the queer-spectrum.
I am accepting patients for medication management, ketamine, and TMS. I am not available for weekly therapy. If you are looking to be a new patient, send me a message about your goals, treatment desired, and insurance carrier and if I have availability we will reach out! I am a psychiatrist who works with patients with a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, and psychotic illness. I enjoy working with patients and finding a treatment plan that works for them.
I treat adult patients (ages 18+) and specialize in Sexual and Gender Minority/ LGBTQIA+ Mental Health, College Mental Health, emerging adult and older adult populations.
If psychiatric symptoms are causing you pain and limiting your life, I want to help. I strive to create an environment of understanding and empathy so that evidence-based psychiatric medication management services can help you to improve your life. My goal is to empower my patients by offering compassionate, affirming, and personalized care tailored to each individual's unique experiences and aspirations.
I treat adult patients (ages 18+) and specialize in Sexual and Gender Minority/ LGBTQIA+ Mental Health, College Mental Health, emerging adult and older adult populations.
If psychiatric symptoms are causing you pain and limiting your life, I want to help. I strive to create an environment of understanding and empathy so that evidence-based psychiatric medication management services can help you to improve your life. My goal is to empower my patients by offering compassionate, affirming, and personalized care tailored to each individual's unique experiences and aspirations.
My areas of expertise include psychotherapy and psychopharmacology for the following issues: depression, anxiety disorders, LGBTQ mental health, relationship and work difficulties, overwhelming stress and trauma, and ADHD.
I specialize in the treatment of adults with a range of mental health concerns. I treat clients in a professional and confidential setting that feels safe and non-judgmental. My practice draws upon a variety of evidence-based psychotherapies and utilizes psychiatric medications if appropriate. I believe that for any treatment to be effective, it must be built upon a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship that reflects each client's individual needs and personal values. I believe in a down-to-earth and transparent approach to psychiatry that views genuine human connection as the foundation of any treatment.
My areas of expertise include psychotherapy and psychopharmacology for the following issues: depression, anxiety disorders, LGBTQ mental health, relationship and work difficulties, overwhelming stress and trauma, and ADHD.
I specialize in the treatment of adults with a range of mental health concerns. I treat clients in a professional and confidential setting that feels safe and non-judgmental. My practice draws upon a variety of evidence-based psychotherapies and utilizes psychiatric medications if appropriate. I believe that for any treatment to be effective, it must be built upon a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship that reflects each client's individual needs and personal values. I believe in a down-to-earth and transparent approach to psychiatry that views genuine human connection as the foundation of any treatment.
I am an MD, double Board-certified psychiatrist providing affirming care for LGBTQ+ patients seeking medication management for depression, anxiety, insomnia, bipolar disorder, ADHD and other conditions.
My expertise is in managing treatment-resistant symptoms. I also work with people receiving too many psychiatric medications who wish to safely simplify their medication regimen. I like to make sure that you have all the information you need to make decisions about your medications. What I value the most in my work is transparent communication with patients.
I am an MD, double Board-certified psychiatrist providing affirming care for LGBTQ+ patients seeking medication management for depression, anxiety, insomnia, bipolar disorder, ADHD and other conditions.
My expertise is in managing treatment-resistant symptoms. I also work with people receiving too many psychiatric medications who wish to safely simplify their medication regimen. I like to make sure that you have all the information you need to make decisions about your medications. What I value the most in my work is transparent communication with patients.
Queer Black Angels (QBA) is dedicated to promoting the health and wellness of Queer Black folx.
In our relationship, we co-create an environment where you can feel safe, loved, honored, respected, embraced, held, seen, heard, and understood. In contrast to the standard Western medical system, we center your Queerness and Blackness and work from that divine intersection to cultivate your own unique path towards health and wellness.
Queer Black Angels (QBA) is dedicated to promoting the health and wellness of Queer Black folx.
In our relationship, we co-create an environment where you can feel safe, loved, honored, respected, embraced, held, seen, heard, and understood. In contrast to the standard Western medical system, we center your Queerness and Blackness and work from that divine intersection to cultivate your own unique path towards health and wellness.
These conditions include (but are not limited to): primary mood disorders (including pediatric bipolar disorder), ADHD, anxiety disorders, primary psychotic disorders, LGBTQ+ related challenges, Gender Dysphoria, Neurodivergence.
I am a board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist that completed medical training at Stanford (child & adolescent psychiatry fellowship), Columbia (general psychiatry residency), and Dartmouth (medical school). I opened a private psychiatric practice to provide evidence-based, collaborative, individualized care, and (most importantly) a strong therapeutic relationship with all of my patients. I specialize working with children, adolescents, and young adults.
These conditions include (but are not limited to): primary mood disorders (including pediatric bipolar disorder), ADHD, anxiety disorders, primary psychotic disorders, LGBTQ+ related challenges, Gender Dysphoria, Neurodivergence.
I am a board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist that completed medical training at Stanford (child & adolescent psychiatry fellowship), Columbia (general psychiatry residency), and Dartmouth (medical school). I opened a private psychiatric practice to provide evidence-based, collaborative, individualized care, and (most importantly) a strong therapeutic relationship with all of my patients. I specialize working with children, adolescents, and young adults.
Over the past 10 years, I've enjoyed working with patients from diverse backgrounds, including members of the LGBTQ community, first generation Americans, immigrants, college and grad students, and professionals across various industries.
I offer 50 min sessions that are open-ended and tailored to the needs of the individual. During that time, I provide a safe space to process emotions, reflect on your struggles and brainstorm ways to manage. My patients see me for medication management or psychotherapy, or both.
Over the past 10 years, I've enjoyed working with patients from diverse backgrounds, including members of the LGBTQ community, first generation Americans, immigrants, college and grad students, and professionals across various industries.
I offer 50 min sessions that are open-ended and tailored to the needs of the individual. During that time, I provide a safe space to process emotions, reflect on your struggles and brainstorm ways to manage. My patients see me for medication management or psychotherapy, or both.
Kendall Haydel - Balancedmind Mental Health.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I utilize a holistic approach specializing in treating ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, with a focus on serving the LGBTQIA+ community.
While I provide medication management, I also highlight the importance of non-pharmacologic interventions including healthy lifestyle changes, mindfulness, and psychotherapy.
I utilize a holistic approach specializing in treating ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, with a focus on serving the LGBTQIA+ community.
While I provide medication management, I also highlight the importance of non-pharmacologic interventions including healthy lifestyle changes, mindfulness, and psychotherapy.
Everyone is welcome, especially those who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.
I specialize in medication management, but I differ from other psychiatrists in that I offer nutrition, nutraceutical, and lifestyle recommendations for better mental health. I will always see you as a whole person so you can you feel your best in mind and body.
Everyone is welcome, especially those who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.
I specialize in medication management, but I differ from other psychiatrists in that I offer nutrition, nutraceutical, and lifestyle recommendations for better mental health. I will always see you as a whole person so you can you feel your best in mind and body.
My clinical interests also include LGBT-focused care, trauma, as well as self esteem and relationship difficulties.
I graduated from Yale Medical School, and completed a residency in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School-Cambridge Health Alliance program. I am trained in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy, and utilize a multi-modal approach to help my patients achieve their psychological and relational goals.
My clinical interests also include LGBT-focused care, trauma, as well as self esteem and relationship difficulties.
I graduated from Yale Medical School, and completed a residency in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School-Cambridge Health Alliance program. I am trained in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy, and utilize a multi-modal approach to help my patients achieve their psychological and relational goals.
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Kelechi joelson Okwaraji
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Online Only
More so, I work with LGBTQIA, Pansexual, Demisexual, Non-binary and gender Questioning individuals.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, my commitment to your well-being is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a profound understanding of the complexities surrounding mental health. I recognize the courage it takes to seek help and embark on a journey towards healing, and I am here to provide you with unwavering support. My approach to psychiatric care is founded on the belief that each individual is unique, and their experiences shape their mental health. I am dedicated to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings. Your concerns will be heard with the utmost respect, and together,
More so, I work with LGBTQIA, Pansexual, Demisexual, Non-binary and gender Questioning individuals.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, my commitment to your well-being is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a profound understanding of the complexities surrounding mental health. I recognize the courage it takes to seek help and embark on a journey towards healing, and I am here to provide you with unwavering support. My approach to psychiatric care is founded on the belief that each individual is unique, and their experiences shape their mental health. I am dedicated to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings. Your concerns will be heard with the utmost respect, and together,
They may also be part of the LGBTQIA+ community seeking gender-affirming care, including hormone therapy or HIV prevention and management (PrEP).
Healthcare should be more accessible: Patients can get a $100/month membership for mental health & hormonal health. As a Family Nurse Practitioner with advanced psychiatric training, I provide medication management & counseling for anxiety, depression, ADHD & more, plus LGBTQIA+ care (hormones, HIV, PrEP)—comprehensive, expert care. PPO accepted.
They may also be part of the LGBTQIA+ community seeking gender-affirming care, including hormone therapy or HIV prevention and management (PrEP).
Healthcare should be more accessible: Patients can get a $100/month membership for mental health & hormonal health. As a Family Nurse Practitioner with advanced psychiatric training, I provide medication management & counseling for anxiety, depression, ADHD & more, plus LGBTQIA+ care (hormones, HIV, PrEP)—comprehensive, expert care. PPO accepted.
Comprehensive Medication Management- My primary areas of expertise are in ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and in working with the LGBTQ+ community.
Specialist in Mental Health and Wellness as a whole. Comprehensive Medication Management- NOT currently offering talk therapy. obtained my Psychiatric training from Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I utilize the most up to date, advanced researched driven standards including biogenetic testing to identify the most optimal medication based on your gene testing.
Comprehensive Medication Management- My primary areas of expertise are in ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and in working with the LGBTQ+ community.
Specialist in Mental Health and Wellness as a whole. Comprehensive Medication Management- NOT currently offering talk therapy. obtained my Psychiatric training from Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I utilize the most up to date, advanced researched driven standards including biogenetic testing to identify the most optimal medication based on your gene testing.
As the Founder/President of SSO Nursing, I am CBT & DBT trained and specialize in care for children/teens, the LGBTQ+ community, the Southeast Asian community, the Military/Veteran community, the neurodivergent community, and severe mental illness.
I am a Masters’ prepared Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing culturally informed mental health care in populations across the lifespan including children, teens, and adults with complex acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. Our practice, SSO Nursing, offers evidence-based, ethical, and transparent decision-making by being a partner in addressing mental health care in the outpatient telehealth setting.
As the Founder/President of SSO Nursing, I am CBT & DBT trained and specialize in care for children/teens, the LGBTQ+ community, the Southeast Asian community, the Military/Veteran community, the neurodivergent community, and severe mental illness.
I am a Masters’ prepared Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing culturally informed mental health care in populations across the lifespan including children, teens, and adults with complex acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. Our practice, SSO Nursing, offers evidence-based, ethical, and transparent decision-making by being a partner in addressing mental health care in the outpatient telehealth setting.
If you’re part of the LGBTQIA+ community, facing perinatal challenges, or struggling.
I’m Khalil Sandoval, PMHNP-BC, and I want you to know you’re not alone. Life can feel overwhelming at times, and we all need a safe, supportive space to pause, reflect, and be truly heard. My deepest belief is that healing begins the moment you feel heard, and I’m here to create that space for you—a space where you can show up just as you are.
If you’re part of the LGBTQIA+ community, facing perinatal challenges, or struggling.
I’m Khalil Sandoval, PMHNP-BC, and I want you to know you’re not alone. Life can feel overwhelming at times, and we all need a safe, supportive space to pause, reflect, and be truly heard. My deepest belief is that healing begins the moment you feel heard, and I’m here to create that space for you—a space where you can show up just as you are.
I create a welcoming space for women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others to reconnect with a deep sense of interconnectedness and belonging.
I provide holistic psychiatric care, combining psychotherapy (ACT, IFS), psychedelic integration, and mindful medication management. I specialize in BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and women’s health, offering culturally informed, identity-affirming support.
My approach includes nutritional optimization, ecological medicine, and meditation guidance.
I create a welcoming space for women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others to reconnect with a deep sense of interconnectedness and belonging.
I provide holistic psychiatric care, combining psychotherapy (ACT, IFS), psychedelic integration, and mindful medication management. I specialize in BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and women’s health, offering culturally informed, identity-affirming support.
My approach includes nutritional optimization, ecological medicine, and meditation guidance.
Candice Marie Rugg
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, BSN, RN, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94118
My other areas of interest include sexual health/sex positivity, and I am passionate in providing culturally sensitive care that is gender-affirming, body-positive, Alt sex/Alt relationship-affirming, and LGBTQIA informed.
The choice to pursue a course of psychiatric medication, or to continue or curtail a regimen, is a very personal one. I will be by your side to ensure that you are well supported during your course of treatment. My role as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is to create a sustainable, holistic, and tailored medication plan to support you during times of need.
My other areas of interest include sexual health/sex positivity, and I am passionate in providing culturally sensitive care that is gender-affirming, body-positive, Alt sex/Alt relationship-affirming, and LGBTQIA informed.
The choice to pursue a course of psychiatric medication, or to continue or curtail a regimen, is a very personal one. I will be by your side to ensure that you are well supported during your course of treatment. My role as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is to create a sustainable, holistic, and tailored medication plan to support you during times of need.
He has a special interest in working with transitional-age youth, biological treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and providing gender-affirming and LGBTQIA+ mental health care.
Passionate about education and innovation, he has developed professional programs for clinicians and mentors medical students as an assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at California Northstate University College of Medicine.
He has a special interest in working with transitional-age youth, biological treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and providing gender-affirming and LGBTQIA+ mental health care.
Passionate about education and innovation, he has developed professional programs for clinicians and mentors medical students as an assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at California Northstate University College of Medicine.
I welcome clients of diverse backgrounds, including those identified as POC, LGBTQIA+, spiritual, religious, or anyone with their own unique identity.
My name is Daniel Chandler. I'm a Board-Certified Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in psychotherapy and medication management for those who want to improve their mental health and well-being. My focus is on those suffering from depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. I am comfortable treating all conditions within my specialty. My therapeutic approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and compassion focused. I use motivational interviewing, with supportive care, to address all of your goals. I want to help you find the right medication regimen at the lowest dose that works for you.
I welcome clients of diverse backgrounds, including those identified as POC, LGBTQIA+, spiritual, religious, or anyone with their own unique identity.
My name is Daniel Chandler. I'm a Board-Certified Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in psychotherapy and medication management for those who want to improve their mental health and well-being. My focus is on those suffering from depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. I am comfortable treating all conditions within my specialty. My therapeutic approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and compassion focused. I use motivational interviewing, with supportive care, to address all of your goals. I want to help you find the right medication regimen at the lowest dose that works for you.
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