LGBTQ+ Therapists in Nashville, TN
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Nora Honeyman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in individual counseling for those struggling with anxiety, relationship, work, and school stress, negative thoughts, mood disorders, and
LGBTQ
+ concerns including gender and sexual identity. My goal is to make the therapeutic process as stress-free as possible for my clients by providing an open, welcoming environment where you can express yourself freely while we work together to meet your needs.

Uri Samis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that prevent you from thriving and succeeding in ways that deep down you know you can? Perhaps your relationships are suffering, or intimacy feels hard or scary. Whether it's anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, relationship problems, self-harm, addictions, or something else, my guess is these patterns emerged from a need to cope or survive. I know how hard finding an affirming and non-judgmental therapist can be, especially if you are
LGBTQ
+. A therapist who meets you exactly where you are right now can be the first step to building the life you want!

Cole G. Putman
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, NCC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I am passionate about working with
queer
folks in the South - individuals, couples, and parents of
LGBTQIA
+ persons.
As a therapist, I strive to create an environment for my clients that fosters acceptance and connection in a way that best supports their healing and their journey. It is one of the greatest honors of my life to walk beside my clients through sorrow, anxiety, joy – all the experiences inherent in being human. I seek to aid clients in recognizing their own strengths as well as assist them in developing new coping skills to meet life’s challenges. As a therapist, I aim to greet every client, every session with non-judgment, radical acceptance, and a genuine interest in their wellbeing.

Lee Owen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have a special interest in working with young adults around identity exploration, particularly those in the
LGBTQ
+ community.
Being a person is hard. Whether for a lifelong struggle or a short-term issue, we all need space to breathe and talk it through sometimes. Whatever your reason, whatever your goals, I'm here as a companion on your journey. My goal is to help you connect to your values and live authentically.

Kevin Khye
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hi there! My name is Kevin Khye. As a person who has been on their own journey of self-discovery, I understand how important it is to have guidance on your path of personal transformation. You know yourself best, and I would be grateful to come alongside you, empowering you to create solutions for your life. Through compassionate support and empathy, I can help you on that journey. Throughout my experience, I’ve helped adults, children, and teens who are dealing with grief and loss, stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression,
LGBTQ
issues, and trauma, in addition to co-facilitating groups for
transgender
youth and their parents.

Garrette DeBord
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
As a
gay
man who grew up in the rural south, I understand the intense fear and anxiety that can build up inside.
Accepting New Clients Are you always a little bit afraid to be yourself? Have you been hit with what feels like more than you can handle alone? I know those feelings exactly! I am honored to work with those in the
LGBTQ
+ community as well as individuals who struggle with substance use issues, trauma, anxiety/depression. I work from a psychoanalytic perspective to offer a safe space for those striving for a more fulfilling life.

Charles B Cobble
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BCD, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2016 and have worked with diverse populations, including active duty military, veterans in transition, & the
LGBTQ
+ community.
I’m glad to see you are considering therapy to overcome your challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, or another other issue, I can help you find relief and overcome obstacles on your path to success. I’m compassionate and supportive. Our conversation is confidential in the comfort of your own home.

Glynn Griggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
OTHER SPECIALTIES:
LGBTQ
Affirmative Counseling, exploring Spirituality vs.
As an artist, I understand the life-long vitality of artistic growth, & the importance of creativity to one’s perception of the world. As a professional counselor, I treat issues unique to artists, performers and other creative individuals. I encourage my clients to work with the highs/lows of the creative process, integrate them, and channel them appropriately through their art. Let’s explore ways to balance intense periods of creative work with healthy self-care and self-compassion. See more on my website on ways I can support you on your artist’s journey.

Daylin Taylor
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC, MHSP, (temp)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As humans, we are wired to seek out pleasurable and passionate experiences, but often in this pursuit, something gets in the way of our enjoyment: shame, stigma, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues...the list goes on. I believe sexuality is a very important part of life, but often we experience mental and emotional struggles associated with who we're having sex with, how often, and how we do it. As a sex-positive and
LGBTQIA
+ allied counselor, I am passionate about empowering my clients to live their most authentic lives, free of shame, doubt, and the other things that get in the way of our pursuit of pleasure.

Kaycee Whiteside
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I am particularly passionate about working with folks living with complex trauma (including religious, relational, and sexual trauma), Borderline Personality Disorder, and
LGBTQ
+ clients (as a member of the community myself ).
I am passionate about empowering folks to live a life full of meaning and connection. At the core of my client work is the desire to support people in feeling safer in their bodies, more secure in their relationships, and more fully present in their day-to-day lives. My purpose is to provide you with a welcoming & supportive space, compassionate perspective, and valuable tools to guide you in developing more self-kindness, feeling safer in your body, improving your relationships, and designing a life worth living on your own terms.

Amy Gartenberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My practice is centered around helping people step into their worth, move through transitions, navigate body image concerns, disordered eating patterns, and
LGBTQIA
+ related issues. I also enjoy working with young adults and creatives. My clients know that there is a different way to move through the world and are ready to tap into a life that feels authentically theirs.

Chelsea Woodard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialties include the treatment of eating disorders, body image concerns, mood disorders, relational issues,
LGBTQ
+ concerns and spiritual exploration, and trauma.
Therapy is for all. For the hurt. For the worried. For the strong and the brave aspiring for something greater. Whatever your reason, whatever your goals, I'm here to help walk alongside you in your journey toward growth and better mental health.

Mallorie Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I love working with clients who have a readiness to gain greater self awareness, and those who have a deep desire to know and accept themselves. I have a heart for working with individuals from the
LGBTQIA
+ community, as a member of the community myself, and deeply value the healing power of trauma work. I also love working with individuals who might benefit from a more experiential approach. I find so much value in the power of creative activities that help engage the client in effective and meaningful ways.

Heather Alesch
Psychologist, MEd, PsyD
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Hello- Thank you for taking the time to learn about me. I love working with adolescents, adults, and family/relational systems. I am particularly interested in working with members of the
LGBTQIA
+ community, facilitating trauma processes, and substance use recovery. Positivity, laughter, music, and creativity are essential elements of my practice. I look forward to helping you identify your strengths while expressing difficulties through modalities that fit your abilities and preferences.

Rebecca Lesesne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I've worked with folks from a variety of ages, backgrounds, and presenting issues. One common experience that I've found brings people to therapy is often a feeling that your life is in some way not aligned with what you would like it to be or how you see yourself living it. You might be looking for a confidence boost or to make some meaningful changes in your life. I've worked with veterans,
LGBTQ
+ individuals, trauma survivors, and more to identify coping skills, perspective shifts, and goals to start moving forward in your life.
Nashville, TN 37211
& Online

Ally Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, CCTSI
Verified
Verified
I also enjoy working with the
LGBTQ
+ community and clients who have experienced spiritual/religious trauma.
Looking for more stability, happiness, and joy in life? Therapy provides a safe empathetic environment where you can openly express your thoughts and emotions in order to make a positive change. In addition, therapy provides the opportunity to speak freely with someone who is not part of your daily life. As a therapist, I strive to meet every client where they are and provide a nonjudgemental comfortable space for clients to express their thoughts, fears, anxieties, etc. My goal is to collaborate and guide each and every client by providing effective tools to overcome their biggest challenges and stressors.

Ashley Hampton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It is my mission to provide an authentic and safe therapeutic environment in which women, teens and members of the
LGBTQ
+ and BIPOC communities feel empowered to live the lives they long for and deserve. I find joy in helping members from marginalized communities move past shame, trauma and self-doubt which is why I founded Hampton House Counseling. At Hampton House it is our mission to provide therapy for those who have struggled to feel safe, seen, and understood.

Meadow Kimberly Alsobrook
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC, MHSP, temp
Verified
Verified
I have a passion for helping couples work through conflict and providing hands on tools for daily relationship challenges. I also have a desire to help those who struggle with addiction in all forms, not just substances. I offer trauma informed therapy for people who have endured complex trauma and suffer from anxiety or depression. I also enjoy working with clients in the
LGBTQ
population. I have a background in the public school system in Nashville, and will see both adolescent or adult clients on an individual or couples basis.

Jackson (Jack) Garner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I identify as
queer
and gender diverse (AFAB, NBi, TransMasc), which allows me to have a unique understanding, both personal and professional, of your experience.
Do you identify as gender diverse/non-conforming? Are you questioning/discovering your gender or needing a referral letter for transition steps? Jack is a licensed therapist in the states of IN, KY, TN, & IL and a Life Coach with no geographic restrictions. Their practice provides individual counseling and coaching, specializing in gender and they are very well versed in writing referral letters for medical transition steps (Note: All letters are written per WPATH standards and provided under an Informed Consent Assessment Model, meaning just one session with NO additional fees - Letters offered in IN, KY, TN, & IL).

Tynya Patton— Lgbtqia+ And Gender Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified
Verified
Need help sorting out your gender identity (gender dysphoria), sexual preferences, and other
LGBTQIA
+ issues? In therapy, you can get practical help and build coping skills. You can get the help that you need to reach your goals. You can learn to better manage both everyday frustrations and the big events in your life. We will work on skills to manage stress, build motivation, and move your life forward in the direction that you want to go. HRT and confirmation surgery letters if indicated. If you're feeling overwhelmed and uncertain, let me help you find your way. Experienced in
LGBTQIA
+ concerns.
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What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
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What type of therapy is right for me?
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Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.