LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Waynesboro, VA
Browse LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Waynesboro, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Dr. Michael M. Grant
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist PhD, MBA
As a gay man myself, I am intimately familiar with the struggle, the misunderstanding, the judgments, and the challenges of living as a member of the LGBTQA community. Support is essential and I can provide that to you.
24 Years Experience
In-Person Near Waynesboro, VA
Online in Waynesboro, VA
Rivers of Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
We provide support for LGBTQ+ individuals navigating unique challenges related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and societal pressures. Our recommended therapists create a safe, affirming space to explore identity, address discrimination or internalized stigma, improve relationships, and foster self-acceptance and emotional well-being.
Recommended therapists: Lorlein Stallings, Bria Young-Josephs, Shannah James, Katrina Williams, Lea Harkless, Claire Tran, Tara Johnson
6 Years Experience
Online in Waynesboro, VA
Vincent Espinoza
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I pride myself on holding space for all members of the LGBTQ+ community. Some of the issues I have focused on with clients in the past have included chemsex, gender dysphoria, gender identity, sexual identity, romantic orientation, family-of-origin homophobia and transphobia, and sexual health and wellness.
12 Years Experience
Online in Waynesboro, VA (Online Only)
Alton Wampler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
From an Internal Family Systems perspective, LGBTQ+ issues often involve parts shaped by experiences of stigma, rejection, or the need to hide aspects of identity for safety. Protective parts may manage this by people-pleasing, hypervigilance, or self-criticism, while more vulnerable parts carry shame, fear, or longing for acceptance. Therapy supports clients in accessing Self to compassionately relate to these parts, fostering integration, authenticity, and a stronger sense of internal and relational safety.
9 Years Experience
Online in Waynesboro, VA
Heedful Resolutions Behavioral Health Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Heedful Resolutions is an affirming practice dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ individuals in their unique journeys. We recognize the courage it takes to explore identity, relationships, and family dynamics in the context of sexuality and gender, and we provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to process these experiences.
Latoya Harris, LCSW works across the lifespan, helping clients strengthen self-acceptance, process family and cultural challenges, and navigate transitions with confidence.
Cathy Merchut-Kruger, LCSW focuses on adults, providing support around identity exploration, self-expression, and building healthier, more authentic connections.
Christine Trotta, LCSW, assists individuals in addressing anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns within the LGBTQ+ community.
Together, we aim to empower clients to embrace their authentic selves and create lives that reflect who they truly are.
5 Years Experience
Online in Waynesboro, VA
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Waynesboro, VA Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Waynesboro, VA average 15 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Psychodynamic Therapy (41%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (38%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 55% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 78% | LGBTQ+ |
| 59% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 33% | Black / African American |
| 31% | Hispanic / Latino |