Therapists Who Specialize in Serving the LGBTQIA+ Community

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The mental health professionals listed below specialize in treating the mental health concerns of members of the LGBTQIA+ community with sensitivity and understanding. LGBTQIA+ people experience various mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, at a higher rate than those who aren’t part of the community.

My personal mission is to show compassion and care to every client/person that I come into contact with. I firmly believe that every person does the best they can with what they have to work with. My respectful approach considers you to be the expert in your own life and offers you the sounding board to come to your own conclusions with empathy and support. I have many years of experience using...

Antoinette Mims

New York

New York

It is sometimes difficult to understand how all our well intended efforts to feel good about ourselves and our relationships have been unsatisfying rather than satisfying. In fact, there have been disappointments, frustrations, and sadness that are sometimes painful and challenging to manage alone (or with individuals in our lives who may care but do not understand us). I am available as a...
With nearly 15 years of experience in the mental health field, ranging from residential/enhanced services for children/adolescents to intensive substance abuse counseling and basic outpatient services with adults, I have found it incredibly rewarding to support anyone- be it individuals, families, or couples- in their journey towards recovery and wellness and I enjoy working with all ages (3 to...

Celia Lugo

Austin

Texas

Chances are, you've been dealing with some intense circumstances, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. Having a nonjudgmental guide help sort through current and past pain can help make that process more manageable. As that guide, I am excited to help you turn down the volume of life's busyness, tune in to your inner self, and uncover unmet emotional needs. As you enter the safe haven of...
If you were to track the footprints of humankind over the course of our history you would find the hoof print of a horse right beside it. Do you find yourself feeling lost within your own life? Or maybe feeling stuck in a relationship that has become stalled because it lacks direction or purpose? Maybe you’ve lost that ability to take control and create a life story that is based on your terms?...

Jennifer Kate Ferris

Denver

Colorado

I have had the privilege of supporting adults, adolescents and children in a variety of settings and using multiple treatment modalities. I employ traditional psychotherapy, EMDR, as well as, behavioral techniques including CBT and DBT to support clients in meeting their desired outcome goals. I utilize individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, and play therapy to alleviate symptoms ...
Greetings! I have recently established my own independent practice and I’m very excited to be offering counseling services in the Lamoille County area. My approach is client- centered, and I work to build a positive, trusting relationship that focuses on your concerns and goals. I believe that our positive and negative thoughts often control or motivate our behaviors and feelings. if we can lea...

LeKeisha Hite

Richmond

Virginia

Le’Keisha is eclectic and uses a blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Reality Based, and Psycho-education. A holistic approach is utilized by exploring with and educating clients about how mind and body are interconnected. Le’Keisha believes that when a person has hope and can learn to challenge and replace irrational thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes, peop...

Jenny Scott

Saint Louis

Missouri

I know that reaching out for help can be one of the hardest things any of us do. That’s why I aim to make your experience with help-seeking and mental health as approachable and, dare I say, as fun as possible. I believe that counseling and therapy should be an experience that challenges us in different ways and pushes us to grow our through problems. That’s why, in addition to traditional...

Real Talk Counseling

Charlotte

North Carolina

My ideal client is one who is established in their life and community, yet they are unhappy and feel stagnant or stuck. They may struggle in their professional career or feel unfulfilled in the workplace. They may be socially isolated or do not connect well with people their age. This individual, on the outside, appears to have it all, but they are not satisfied with their life. This individual...

Troy Pafenberg

San Jose

California

I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing various symptoms including anxiety, depression, substance use, and relationship issues. If you are experiencing these issues, then I can support you with learning evidence based tools to make measurable improvements in your life. I believe in identifying the issues that you would like to change in your life and providing practical solutio...
Do you feel like you wear a mask to portray happiness, but deep inside you're falling apart? Are you trying to juggle everything, with no progress? Life’s storms can create scary feelings that leave us overwhelmed, anxious, alone, and stuck. Sometimes we even feel more like a roadblock has just prevented us from ever reaching the life that we want to live. Together we can work through life’s...
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! What is your preferred future? Have you allowed yourself to consider your best hopes and believe that your life can be different? Therapy is an opportunity for you to create and realize your preferred future. There is no one size fits all approach as all individuals have their own specific wants, needs, strengths and barriers. I strive to ensure focus on YOUR specific...
If you’re in search of an encouraging, welcoming and comforting space to help guide you through the challenges life brings, I look forward to partnering with you on your journey. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, couples and family systems. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples in all stages of their infertility journey, families involved in foster car...

Heidi Schliesske

Boston

Massachusetts

*****I am not taking new clients at this time as my practice is currently full.***** I have over 20 years of experience as a clinical social worker. I have worked in a broad range of mental health settings, including traditional outpatient settings providing individual and family therapy, and in acute psychiatric settings with kids and with adults. I work with clients of all ages, and across...