LGBTQ+ Psychiatrists in San Francisco, CA
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Steven James Pennybaker
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94109 (Online Only)
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.
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Juliano specializes in helping people with chronic conditions such as HIV/AIDS and understands the unique needs of the LGBTQ community.
Juliano Innocenti is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in California who has been practicing since 2022. Juliano offers trauma-informed, patient-centered care that may include options for medication management for conditions like depression and anxiety, substance abuse, PTSD, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, OCD, hoarding, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Gender dysphoria. He also has experience with grief and bereavement, and can help you plan for, or come to terms with your own mortality and existential fears.
Juliano specializes in helping people with chronic conditions such as HIV/AIDS and understands the unique needs of the LGBTQ community.
Juliano Innocenti is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in California who has been practicing since 2022. Juliano offers trauma-informed, patient-centered care that may include options for medication management for conditions like depression and anxiety, substance abuse, PTSD, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, OCD, hoarding, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Gender dysphoria. He also has experience with grief and bereavement, and can help you plan for, or come to terms with your own mortality and existential fears.
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Harold Burns
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CNL
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94104 (Online Only)
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in ADHD, depression, anxiety, and transgender mental health. I believe meaningful mental healthcare is more than just a pill. You want someone who’ll talk through your concerns, listen to your needs, and develop a treatment plan tailored to you. Alongside medication, I focus on patient education, therapy, and coaching. If you are looking for holistic and thoughtful care, I would love to meet you.
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in ADHD, depression, anxiety, and transgender mental health. I believe meaningful mental healthcare is more than just a pill. You want someone who’ll talk through your concerns, listen to your needs, and develop a treatment plan tailored to you. Alongside medication, I focus on patient education, therapy, and coaching. If you are looking for holistic and thoughtful care, I would love to meet you.
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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.
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Rainbow Psychiatry - Rafik Sidaros, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94127 (Online Only)
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. I've worked with members of the community in different settings, including LGBTQ+ refugees and sexuality/gender based asylum seekers. My goal is to provide an environment where my patients can bring their full selves to their encounter with their physician. I accept patients from anywhere in California, my sessions are online. Find me on Instagram: rainbowpsychiatry
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. I've worked with members of the community in different settings, including LGBTQ+ refugees and sexuality/gender based asylum seekers. My goal is to provide an environment where my patients can bring their full selves to their encounter with their physician. I accept patients from anywhere in California, my sessions are online. Find me on Instagram: rainbowpsychiatry
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Additionally, I have had experience working in an HIV Psychiatry Clinic and leading a Gay Men's Psychodynamic Group for veterans.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist who offers both psychotherapy and medication management services. I completed my undergraduate studies at Stanford University with a B.A. in Psychology with Honors and B.S. in Biological Sciences. I earned my medical degree from New York Medical College, where I was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Society. Afterwards, I pursued my residency training at the University of California, San Francisco, where I had the privilege of working with a variety of populations at Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute, SF VA Medical Center, and SF General Hospital.
Additionally, I have had experience working in an HIV Psychiatry Clinic and leading a Gay Men's Psychodynamic Group for veterans.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist who offers both psychotherapy and medication management services. I completed my undergraduate studies at Stanford University with a B.A. in Psychology with Honors and B.S. in Biological Sciences. I earned my medical degree from New York Medical College, where I was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Society. Afterwards, I pursued my residency training at the University of California, San Francisco, where I had the privilege of working with a variety of populations at Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute, SF VA Medical Center, and SF General Hospital.
![Photo of Israel Katz, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/429fae7c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My practice is LGBTQIA-sensitive and welcoming to all.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, and loss—or even if something feels off to you, I am here. My goal is to help you better know yourself and your relationships with others, to know more about what may be holding you back, give word to the previously unknown and yet to be said in a welcoming and supportive space, an experience that can support you in dealing with your current struggles while looking at the bigger picture of your life, as well as your wishes, hopes, and dreams.
My practice is LGBTQIA-sensitive and welcoming to all.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, and loss—or even if something feels off to you, I am here. My goal is to help you better know yourself and your relationships with others, to know more about what may be holding you back, give word to the previously unknown and yet to be said in a welcoming and supportive space, an experience that can support you in dealing with your current struggles while looking at the bigger picture of your life, as well as your wishes, hopes, and dreams.
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Candice Marie Rugg
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, BSN, RN, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94118
I specialize in working with patients who struggle with substance use disorders. My approach is based on a harm reduction model, utilizing trauma informed care and a whole person focus when considering treatment options. The care I offer is always client centric and non-judgemental. 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.
I specialize in working with patients who struggle with substance use disorders. My approach is based on a harm reduction model, utilizing trauma informed care and a whole person focus when considering treatment options. The care I offer is always client centric and non-judgemental. 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.
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Sam Oeur
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94103 (Online Only)
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.
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Kendall Haydel - Balancedmind Mental Health.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94103 (Online Only)
Accepting New Patients - I am a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with over 15 years of mental health experience. I utilize a holistic approach specializing in treating ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, with a focus on serving the LGBTQIA+ community.
Accepting New Patients - I am a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with over 15 years of mental health experience. I utilize a holistic approach specializing in treating ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, with a focus on serving the LGBTQIA+ community.
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He also strives to provide care that affirms LGBTQIA+ identities and underwent additional training in transgender mental healthcare.
Dr. Niles (he/him) holds the position of Staff Psychiatrist at Talkiatry. He has four years of experience in outpatient psychiatry and is board-eligible for adult psychiatry. He has received training in the use of cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy skills. He uses his training in therapy in tandem with medicine management to provide holistic, person-centered care.
He also strives to provide care that affirms LGBTQIA+ identities and underwent additional training in transgender mental healthcare.
Dr. Niles (he/him) holds the position of Staff Psychiatrist at Talkiatry. He has four years of experience in outpatient psychiatry and is board-eligible for adult psychiatry. He has received training in the use of cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy skills. He uses his training in therapy in tandem with medicine management to provide holistic, person-centered care.
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I treat a broad array of psychological and psychiatric conditions, with a particular expertise in mood disorders, stress and anxiety, and psycho-sexual issues. My clinical interests also include LGBT-focused care, trauma, as well as self esteem and relationship difficulties.
I treat a broad array of psychological and psychiatric conditions, with a particular expertise in mood disorders, stress and anxiety, and psycho-sexual issues. My clinical interests also include LGBT-focused care, trauma, as well as self esteem and relationship difficulties.
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I help individuals with medical illnesses, women's health issues, and those who are pregnant or family planning navigate their psychiatric conditions. Everyone is welcome, especially those who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.
I help individuals with medical illnesses, women's health issues, and those who are pregnant or family planning navigate their psychiatric conditions. Everyone is welcome, especially those who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.
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Leroy Scott
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114 (Online Only)
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.
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I am a licensed child/adolescent and adult psychiatrist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Psychiatry and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. I offer integrative and holistic psychiatric treatment for children, adolescents and young adults, in particular. I also treat older adults and my understanding of development and early challenges better informs my work with them as well.
I am a licensed child/adolescent and adult psychiatrist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Psychiatry and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. I offer integrative and holistic psychiatric treatment for children, adolescents and young adults, in particular. I also treat older adults and my understanding of development and early challenges better informs my work with them as well.
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I was born in Colombia and the passion for psychiatry has driven my life. I went to medical school in Bogota- Colombia, following my interest in Transcultural Psychiatry worked for the University of Guadalajara in Mexico and assisted to McGill University in Montreal. I completed residency in general psychiatry in the University of Virginia, while collaborating with the International Rescue Committee as mental health provider. I have centered my practice in the development of interventions congruent with people's environment and advocating for parity in the delivery and access to services.
I was born in Colombia and the passion for psychiatry has driven my life. I went to medical school in Bogota- Colombia, following my interest in Transcultural Psychiatry worked for the University of Guadalajara in Mexico and assisted to McGill University in Montreal. I completed residency in general psychiatry in the University of Virginia, while collaborating with the International Rescue Committee as mental health provider. I have centered my practice in the development of interventions congruent with people's environment and advocating for parity in the delivery and access to services.
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You've noticed how it's getting more difficult to get through the day? Sometimes life can feel heavy, like you’re just going through the motions. By this point, you’ve probably already tried a few things to help yourself. But don’t give up. Because underneath the anxiety and depression, there is another part of you that’s waiting to emerge. Of course, it can be hard to turn things around on your own. So it's OK to reach out for help.
You've noticed how it's getting more difficult to get through the day? Sometimes life can feel heavy, like you’re just going through the motions. By this point, you’ve probably already tried a few things to help yourself. But don’t give up. Because underneath the anxiety and depression, there is another part of you that’s waiting to emerge. Of course, it can be hard to turn things around on your own. So it's OK to reach out for help.
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Vivian Luong is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania. She has a Bachelor's of Nursing in Nursing and Nutrition Science and a Master's of Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from the University of Pennsylvania. Vivian uses a gentle, grounded approach to treating her clients. She is a patient advocate who demonstrates compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental care for all her clients. Vivian communicates proactively and thoroughly to ensure that she and her clients are working collaboratively in their treatment.
Vivian Luong is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania. She has a Bachelor's of Nursing in Nursing and Nutrition Science and a Master's of Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from the University of Pennsylvania. Vivian uses a gentle, grounded approach to treating her clients. She is a patient advocate who demonstrates compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental care for all her clients. Vivian communicates proactively and thoroughly to ensure that she and her clients are working collaboratively in their treatment.
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Liz Moore Psychiatric Nursing Inc.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102
Book Online: LizGMoore.com
Book Online: LizGMoore.com
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Melinda Cuthbert
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114
Waitlist for new clients
I have a passion for helping people live their best lives through accurate diagnosis, supportive therapy and evidence-based treatments in psychiatric care. I respect the courage and commitment it requires to present for care. I partner with you and bring over 30 years in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatry to help you meet your life goals. Developing innovative programs in technology and medical companies taught me strategies to support breaking large life issues into actionable items which can be addressed by Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other evidence-based interventions.
I have a passion for helping people live their best lives through accurate diagnosis, supportive therapy and evidence-based treatments in psychiatric care. I respect the courage and commitment it requires to present for care. I partner with you and bring over 30 years in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatry to help you meet your life goals. Developing innovative programs in technology and medical companies taught me strategies to support breaking large life issues into actionable items which can be addressed by Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other evidence-based interventions.
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LGBTQ+ Psychiatrists
We should make clear that not all the psychiatrists listed here are gay themselves. Rather, they specialize in helping with aspects of being gay in San Francisco or homosexual. They provide help for gay couples in gay relationships, gay issues and issues that affect gay life.
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If you're gay or are looking for help with gay issues in San Francisco or for a San Francisco gay psychiatrist these professionals provide gay counseling and gay friendly care for gays or lesbians. They include gay friendly psychiatrists plus gay psychiatrists in San Francisco, gay friendly psychologists, and gay friendly counsellors.