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LGBTQIA+

Finding support in a world that doesn’t always understand can be challenging, but therapy can provide a safe space to be yourself and navigate life’s complexities.

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MENTAL HEALTH CONDITION

What is LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy?

While being a member of the LGBTQIA+ community does not negatively affect mental wellness, it can be comforting and insightful to work with a highly trained therapist who deeply understands the unique challenges you may face. Our expert mental health clinicians are well-equipped to guide you through the different obstacles that can impact your overall mental well-being. Societal pressures can make it difficult to discover and welcome your identity. Feeling isolated, whether due to a lack of understanding from family and friends or discrimination in social settings, can also contribute to heightened levels of anxiety and depression. It’s also not uncommon for individuals to struggle with low self-esteem, especially when faced with discrimination or rejection from those around them. Our therapists can help address family issues, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and sexual/gender identity exploration. 

Therapy in our deeply supportive environment can provide valuable insights and tools to navigate these challenges, help build resilience, and develop strategies to cope with the pressures of daily life. Our highly trained clinical specialists are ready to be by your side as you embark on this journey for a more fulfilled and authentic life.

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Symptoms Addressed in LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Isolation
  • Low Self-Esteem
  • Relationship Concerns
  • Sexual / Gender Identity Exploration

Our Care

Customized Expert Care

Those identifying within the LGBTQIA+ community can face unique mental wellness challenges—there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. That’s why our providers work with you to create a tailored treatment plan.


Personalized Prescriptions

When medication is necessary, our clinicians determine the most manageable and effective prescription for you.


Clinically-Proven Therapy

We personalize each patient experience by matching you to the right practitioner—and the right clinically-proven therapy for your set of symptoms.

Our Providers are experts in LGBTQIA+ treatments

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Martin Apt, PMHNP

California
Martin Apt
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Jennifer Macaulay, LCSW

California, Texas
Jennifer Macaulay
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Jason Churchill, LMFT

California
Jason Churchill
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Sarah Contreras, LMFT

California
Sarah Contreras
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Kelly Finney, LMFT

California
Kelly Finney
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Marshall Steele, MD

California
Marshall Steele
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Paula Randle, LMFT

California
Paula Randle
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Taylor Schwartz, LMFT

California
Taylor Schwartz

How it works

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Affordable and In-Network with Most Major Insurers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Headlight for?

Headlight is for everyone. Taking care of your mental health is a sign of strength, and choosing to better oneself is an empowering decision. We provide mental health services to those seeking a bright path forward.

What is therapy?

Therapy offers a safe and confidential space for individuals to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. During therapy sessions, your Headlight therapist will actively listen and provide guidance and insights to help you better understand yourself, your relationships, and your challenges. Talk therapy can address a variety of mental health concerns, from anxiety and depression to trauma and relationship issues. Headlight’s clinicians are experienced in various therapeutic approaches and techniques and offer in-person or virtual sessions.

What is the difference between therapy and psychiatry?

Therapy, often provided by psychologists, social workers, or counselors, involves talking through emotional and psychological challenges to gain insight and develop coping strategies. Whereas, psychiatry, typically led by medical doctors, focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of mental health issues using medication alongside therapy when necessary. While therapy emphasizes conversation and behavioral strategies, psychiatry integrates medication management to address biochemical imbalances in mental health conditions.

Why is it so important to find the right therapist?

Finding the right therapist is so important as it establishes a foundation of trust, creating a safe space for open communication. A well-matched therapist can better understand your individual needs, ensuring personalized support and enhancing the effectiveness of the therapeutic process.

What services do you offer?

Headlight services include therapy, medication management, and Esketamine (Spravato) sessions.

More than 50% of Americans struggle with mental health.

Headlight is now collaborating with health plans and companies to make therapy more accessible and affordable. Get scheduled now.