LGBTQ+ therapists in Philadelphia, PA
Browse LGBTQ+ therapists in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving LGBTQ+
Iris Bowen
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, MBA
My orientation to therapy is grounded in liberatory, strengths-based, and relational frameworks. My goal is to partner with you against that which is preventing you from creating a meaningful, value-aligned life: A life full of vitality, where you maintain a balanced connection to both your inner world and your community. I consider the material conditions (social, political, economic) around you when offering coping strategies, and aim to support your healing while holding space for any active harms or atrocities you may be experiencing (direct and indirect).
7 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Jacinda Andrews
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD-C, LPC, NCC
Seeking therapy is a courageous step, and you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we work together to better understand your experiences, build practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change. Using evidence-based approaches, I help adults move beyond anxiety, trauma, and unhelpful patterns toward greater confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being at a pace that feels right for you.
9 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Lauren Whitlow
Psychologist, PsyD
I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can show up exactly as you are. I work with folks navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, identity exploration, and relationship challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based therapies to help you better understand yourself, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready to invest in your well-being, I'm here to help you move forward with greater confidence and resilience.
1 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
PhilaTherapy, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Counseling, psychotherapy, and educational services are some of the services PhilaTherapy, LLC. offers. PhilaTherapy, LLC. prides itself on providing excellent service, communication, respect, integrity, and teamwork. These values allow us to build a trusting relationship and the best care for each of our clients.
19 Years Experience
In-Person in Philadelphia, PA 19102
Online in Philadelphia, PA
Serving LGBTQ+
Jason Hutchings
Psychologist, PsyD
My initial interest in psychotherapy was sparked by studies in history, music, visual art, and the major world religions. These seemingly disparate interests helped me understand individual narratives in the context of our larger collective history. We all have a sense of who we are and how the world works based on years of lived experience. By deepening the understanding of our personal narrative we prepare the way for a sense of meaning and purpose that can impact our lives and those around us in profound ways.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Philadelphia, PA 19102
Online in Philadelphia, PA
Serving LGBTQ+
Michelle Bloom, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD, PsyPact
I specialize in working with clients from the ages of 14 to adulthood, who are inquisitive, self-aware, and deeply motivated to understand themselves better, improve their relationships, move into a place of self-respect/love, and develop adaptive ways of coping, communicating, and problem-solving. I have worked for many years with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with trauma and change and searching for authenticity, often in a world that values the superficial. Therapy is a process of seeking meaning, managing change, letting go of what no longer makes sense for who we are and what we want, healing, and growing.
I am most suited to help clients dealing with loss, prior childhood trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, identity (in all its manifestations), divorce, self-esteem, grief, and emotional regulation. The goals are different for everyone, yet I believe that we all want to feel more balanced, more joyful, and more healthfully connected with others.
As a psychologist with 25 years of post-doctoral experience, I’ve been exposed to various modalities, settings, and clients dealing with differing issues, life changes, and developmental expectations. I’ve also found that my professional practice has evolved as I’ve matured, raised children, and survived losses and challenges. We are in this together.
29 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Rising Phoenix Therapy - Dempsey Young, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Dempsey is a licensed psychologist that provides individual and couples therapy services as well as psychological testing for adults to help people thrive and begin living a fulfilling life as the best versions of themselves. I am not really a sit back and just listen therapist... as I ask you to bring your authentic self to sessions, I do the same and often a lot more interpersonal and direct if needed but of course invested in our relationship as a safe and empathic one. Sometimes being stuck in the trees blocks us from moving forward and to where we want to be. Through therapy, we can work our way through the woods together to the open field waiting for you. You DESERVE to be your best and full self and I believe I can help bring that to your life. Reach out and we can chat about your concerns and get started!
12 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Shannon Coleman
Psychologist, PhD
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process, carefully tailored to each individual’s needs and goals. My approach is grounded in evidence-based treatment while also recognizing the value of longer-term therapy to deepen self-awareness, clarify personal values, and support meaningful growth. I work with clients to better understand their thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behavior and to create meaningful changes in their lives.
21 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Carrie Askin
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
During therapy consultations, most people say that they want a therapist who won't just sit there and nod at them. That makes a lot of sense to me. Starting with a new therapist takes a lot of courage and most of us wouldn't do it unless we need real help. Most hurt and trauma happens in our relationships with others and in order for therapy to help you need to be able to trust that your therapist is with you. When.you talk with me, you have my full attention. We'll make connections between what's happening now and what happened in your past experiences. We'll also work on feeling less shame and more safety.
I'm easy to sit with. I like people and I'm funny. My clients tell me that they feel like they can tell me anything. You won't learn too much about me personally but you'll know a lot about who I am because the therapeutic relationship is a big part of what heals us. That means that I'll have thoughts and reactions and I'll share them kindly and carefully.
You'll get to know yourself better and that will mean that you can feel more connected to other people. Most of the people who work with me find that their relationships with others are stronger and more satisfying and that they feel less shame, fear and sadness. We all deserve relief from our burdens.
22 Years Experience
In-Person in Philadelphia, PA 19119
Online in Philadelphia, PA
Serving LGBTQ+
Dan Walinsky
Psychologist, PhD
Thanks for stopping to look at my page! I am a licensed psychologist who loves to work with clients who are working through life changes, who’ve experienced painful past experiences in family and relationships, issues related to identity, traumatic experiences, career and work issues, anxiety and depression, relationship experiences among monogamous, poly/ENM/CNM people, LGBTQIA+ clients. For both those who are new to therapy, and those who've had lots of experience, I try to build a supportive, respectful, and compassionate environment where we have the opportunity to explore solutions to problems as they uniquely impact your life.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Philadelphia, PA 19119
Online in Philadelphia, PA
Serving LGBTQ+
Shira Collings
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
I’m a licensed therapist who believes healing happens through connection, compassion, and honoring each person’s unique story. I specialize in reproductive mental health, including experiences of abortion, pregnancy loss, infertility, parenthood, and choosing to be childfree. My approach is feminist, relational, and deeply affirming of queer, neurodivergent, and diverse family experiences. Together, we create a safe space where you can explore your feelings, reclaim your voice, and build resilience at your own pace. I’m here to support you with empathy, respect, and a commitment to your whole well-being.
6 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Philadelphia Couples Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
We are a collective of couples psychologists united by the shared conviction that relationships deserve more emotional care and community support than our culture provides. Building and sustaining a loving partnership isn’t meant to happen in isolation — it takes a village. In today’s world, we ask more of our partners than ever before. Our partners are our confidants, our co-parents, our lovers, our best friends, and the witnesses to both our strength and our vulnerability. This profound closeness is one of life’s greatest gifts, yet it can also create immense pressure. At PCT, we strive to be that village — a steady emotional anchor for couples navigating the highs and lows of connection.
Every kind of couple is welcome here: those deeply in love, those in conflict, those recovering from betrayal, and those unsure of how to move forward. Together, we help partners rediscover what first drew them together while uncovering new ways to grow intimacy and trust. Our work isn’t about perfection — it’s about helping two people feel seen, understood, and supported as they evolve together.
Sometimes, relationships reach a crossroads. The clinicians at PCT are skilled at holding space for both partners’ perspectives, guiding them through painful or uncertain transitions toward clarity and peace. That might mean learning to co-parent respectfully, parting ways with compassion, or exploring whether staying together is truly right. Even after a breakup, we help couples find a way to relate from steadier ground — because healing, too, is a form of love. We remain beside you for as long as you need, until the storm calms and a new balance emerges.
We also offer individual therapy for those seeking personal growth, clarity, or support. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, managing stress, or simply looking to better understand yourself, our psychologists provide a safe, compassionate space to explore your goals and challenges.
23 Years Experience
In-Person in Philadelphia, PA 19109
Online in Philadelphia, PA
Serving LGBTQ+
Anna Raport
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT/Sex Therapist
Helping individuals and couples create the intimacy they crave and desire.
I am passionate about helping people uncover and explore their sexy side! I enjoy assisting individuals and couples in developing and recreating their most vulnerable connections in life. My passion lies within creating healthy and positive connections with sexuality and your body. Growing up in a sex negative culture can be difficult. I definitely get it and have struggled myself with negative views of sexuality in the past. I understand how hard it can be to let go of the negative standards and embrace passion, pleasure and sexuality. I can help transform and enhance your sexual life and then you will begin to lead a pleasure filled satisfying sex life.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Philadelphia, PA 19119
Online in Philadelphia, PA
Serving LGBTQ+
Heinig Health and Wellness Counseling
Psychologist, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, M.S. Health Psychology, M.A. Clinical Psychology, PSYPACT Providers
We believe that therapy should be a place where you feel understood, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. Our approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences, strengths, and goals. Our psychologists specialize in working with adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, health anxiety, chronic illness, chronic pain, sleep difficulties, OCD, and other challenges that can impact emotional well-being. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing, we help clients develop practical coping skills, build resilience, and reconnect with what matters most to them. Whether you're navigating a health condition, a major life transition, or longstanding emotional struggles, our goal is to provide a supportive space where you can gain insight, foster growth, and create lasting change.
7 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Daniel Cantor
Psychologist, Psy. D.
I provide online therapy centered on personal growth and fulfillment. Recognizing that life's difficulties often prompt the search for a therapist, our work will address these immediate concerns while exploring the broader path to a meaningful life, uniquely defined by you. My approach integrates relational psychoanalysis, integral philosophy, and Eastern wisdom traditions, emphasizing mindfulness and compassion. I prioritize the present moment within our therapeutic relationship, using this focus as a means for reflection, insight, and transformation as we collaboratively create a space to understand the significant particular and universal experiences of your life.
14 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Full Being Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LPC, LCSW, LAPC
We were founded to provide Black and Brown people with quality services. Through a culturally responsive lens, we help you find your sense of self, make sense of your past, work through past trauma, and connect with yourself and the world around you. Let's work together to help you reach your goals.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Philadelphia, PA 19136
Online in Philadelphia, PA
Serving LGBTQ+
Brian Swope
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
PHL Therapy Collective is a client-focused, affirming private practice in Center City Philadelphia that specializes in seeing the bigger picture and the many systemic elements to anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, life changes, and sexuality. With a holistic understanding of mental health, our focus is on supporting you with the changes that are possible in a therapeutic relationship separate from whatever medication needs you may have.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Philadelphia, PA 19102
Online in Philadelphia, PA
Serving LGBTQ+
Rustin Paradise
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
We all just want to feel heard. I'm here to listen. We can work together on the issues that concern you. We'll work at your pace and allow your system to lead. I am here to support your journey through life when things get tough. (I also like to be there for the laughs and good feels as well!)
12 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Erika Barrington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BC-DMT
Hi! I’m Erika (they/them). I’m guided by curiosity, play, and the belief that there's always a reason why we act the way we do. Even if it doesn't make sense to us at first, I find that when I help clients explore their internal world with curiosity, we discover how resourceful and creative they had to be to get to this point. I also believe strongly that inside of us we embody a microcosm of larger systems around us. Once we bring awareness to these internal dynamics, we then have the opportunity to release and relearn ways to show up in the world that center our innate gifts and our connection to all living things.
Social Location:
I am a white, queer, genderqueer, neurodivergent, a non-gestational parent, and am not living with a physical disability right now. I hold awareness of the ways that my class privilege, college education, and white body privilege have shaped my experience of various mental health struggles and ADHD.
I feel most excited about life when I’m doing something creative and intentional with people (line dancing, singing, making collages) and most aligned with my purpose when I’m helping adults to play/move/create as part of their healing/recovery.
13 Years Experience
Online in Philadelphia, PA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
PeaceTree Counseling and Consulting
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, LAPC
We believe that finding the right therapist is finding someone who can be there for you throughout your life, for both times of need and phases of growth. As a practice, we believe that those who go to therapy are some of the most well-balanced individuals who understand themselves better and strive to grow into the best version of themselves. Our community of therapists strive for excellence in treatment and compassion to each individual, couple, and family. Taking the first step to contact a therapist can be overwhelming. We understand that and are ready to answer any questions you may have and match you with the specialized therapist who can help YOU.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Philadelphia, PA 19103
Online in Philadelphia, PA
LGBTQ+ therapists in Philadelphia, PA Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Philadelphia, PA average 15 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (75%), Depression (60%), and Trauma and PTSD (58%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 42% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 75% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 60% | Depression |
| 58% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 52% | Stress |
| 52% | Loss or Grief |
| 44% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 81% | Women |
| 60% | Men |
| 42% | Black / African American |
| 38% | Hispanic / Latino |