LGBTQ+ Affirming Psychologists and Therapists in Erskineville, NSW
At Elemental, Renée’s personal approach creates an environment where each person feels supported, connected, and understood. She believes that our sense of self and our interpersonal relationships are vital to our overall well-being. Relationships can shape who we are, how we see the world, and how we feel about ourselves. At the heart of our human experience lies the need for connection. Renée values diversity and cherishes the richness and creativity that our differences bring to our lives. She loves working with people of all sexual preferences, sex and gender identities, cultural backgrounds, and relationship types and styles.
At Elemental, Renée’s personal approach creates an environment where each person feels supported, connected, and understood. She believes that our sense of self and our interpersonal relationships are vital to our overall well-being. Relationships can shape who we are, how we see the world, and how we feel about ourselves. At the heart of our human experience lies the need for connection. Renée values diversity and cherishes the richness and creativity that our differences bring to our lives. She loves working with people of all sexual preferences, sex and gender identities, cultural backgrounds, and relationship types and styles.
Mainly men, but anyone who's a good fit, including LGBTQIA+ clients, is welcome
Most of the men I see are already coping, holding down work, family and day-to-day life, but are tired of the same blow-up happening on repeat. Blokes come to me when they're ready to put in real time on it, not just survive the next one
Mainly men, but anyone who's a good fit, including LGBTQIA+ clients, is welcome
Most of the men I see are already coping, holding down work, family and day-to-day life, but are tired of the same blow-up happening on repeat. Blokes come to me when they're ready to put in real time on it, not just survive the next one
As a proud Chinese Queer woman, I am also passionate about working with diverse sexuality, sex and gender communities.
Considering me as a companion on your healing journey, I am here to explore your issues at your pace, and help uncover your true potential with a non-pathologising and collaborative approaches to create a safe, empathic, non-judgmental space to process your difficulties.
As a proud Chinese Queer woman, I am also passionate about working with diverse sexuality, sex and gender communities.
Considering me as a companion on your healing journey, I am here to explore your issues at your pace, and help uncover your true potential with a non-pathologising and collaborative approaches to create a safe, empathic, non-judgmental space to process your difficulties.
We all have our reasons for seeking therapy—maybe you’re feeling stuck, lonely, or need a bit of direction in life. Whatever your reason, know that it comes from a desire to make a change and improve the aspects of your life that no longer serve you. Taking that first step to reach out can be a little scary, but it’s also an incredible display of courage. I genuinely believe everyone wants to be heard, seen, and accepted just as they are. Therapy offers a welcoming space to find acceptance and lead a more fulfilling life.
We all have our reasons for seeking therapy—maybe you’re feeling stuck, lonely, or need a bit of direction in life. Whatever your reason, know that it comes from a desire to make a change and improve the aspects of your life that no longer serve you. Taking that first step to reach out can be a little scary, but it’s also an incredible display of courage. I genuinely believe everyone wants to be heard, seen, and accepted just as they are. Therapy offers a welcoming space to find acceptance and lead a more fulfilling life.
Everyone is on a unique journey. If you're experiencing obstacles along your path, it simply means that some growth needs to be explored, and one size does not fit all. You do not need to be 'fixed' you just need to be guided truthfully. My services are tailored to meet your individual needs, incorporating evidence-based approaches, my own lived experiences and schools of thought from philosophy, spirituality and science. I am passionate and committed to providing you with a holistic and creative focus on your therapy journey.
Everyone is on a unique journey. If you're experiencing obstacles along your path, it simply means that some growth needs to be explored, and one size does not fit all. You do not need to be 'fixed' you just need to be guided truthfully. My services are tailored to meet your individual needs, incorporating evidence-based approaches, my own lived experiences and schools of thought from philosophy, spirituality and science. I am passionate and committed to providing you with a holistic and creative focus on your therapy journey.
As a queer, neurodivergent therapist, I recognise the unique strengths and challenges of those who might not fit the general mould.
I offer help for depression, anxiety, trauma or just figuring out why you might feel stuck, confused or overwhelmed. I integrate therapeutic approaches including Mindfulness, ACT, Somatic (body-based) Therapy, Psychodynamic theory, EMDR and Internal Family Systems . I also offer autism assessments.
As a queer, neurodivergent therapist, I recognise the unique strengths and challenges of those who might not fit the general mould.
I offer help for depression, anxiety, trauma or just figuring out why you might feel stuck, confused or overwhelmed. I integrate therapeutic approaches including Mindfulness, ACT, Somatic (body-based) Therapy, Psychodynamic theory, EMDR and Internal Family Systems . I also offer autism assessments.
Hi, I’m Lara (she/her), a registered psychologist and proud queer woman of trans experience, dedicated to supporting individuals across diverse genders, sexualities, and neurotypes.
In my practice, I work with a broad range of concerns, including gender identity and dysphoria, mood and anxiety disorders, neurodivergence (ADHD and Autism), self-esteem, relationship dynamics, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and navigating complex life transitions. My approach is person-centered and evidence-based, tailored to each individuals journey.
Hi, I’m Lara (she/her), a registered psychologist and proud queer woman of trans experience, dedicated to supporting individuals across diverse genders, sexualities, and neurotypes.
In my practice, I work with a broad range of concerns, including gender identity and dysphoria, mood and anxiety disorders, neurodivergence (ADHD and Autism), self-esteem, relationship dynamics, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and navigating complex life transitions. My approach is person-centered and evidence-based, tailored to each individuals journey.
Hello, I’m Yannick. A registered Clinical Counsellor and Therapeutic Coach. I’ve had the honour of working therapeutically with diverse clients since 2022. I also have 10+ years of coaching and mentoring experience of clients in media organisations and the creative and performing arts.
My areas of expertise: major life transitions, personal identity and identity conflicts, neurodiversity, and the grief, trauma and loss often experienced in family life as well as in work/social/religious institutions. I love to learn from and work with clients from all backgrounds, cultures, faith perspectives, and sexual and gender identities.
Hello, I’m Yannick. A registered Clinical Counsellor and Therapeutic Coach. I’ve had the honour of working therapeutically with diverse clients since 2022. I also have 10+ years of coaching and mentoring experience of clients in media organisations and the creative and performing arts.
My areas of expertise: major life transitions, personal identity and identity conflicts, neurodiversity, and the grief, trauma and loss often experienced in family life as well as in work/social/religious institutions. I love to learn from and work with clients from all backgrounds, cultures, faith perspectives, and sexual and gender identities.
You may be feeling stuck — weighed down by anxiety or low mood, struggling with stress and burnout, navigating a difficult life transition, or caught in long-standing patterns that keep showing up in your relationships, work, or sense of self.
At Agile Clinical Psychology we offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy for people across all stages of life. We work with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, existential concerns, and personality and relational issues, among other concerns — helping you build insight, regulate difficult emotions, and create change that lasts.
You may be feeling stuck — weighed down by anxiety or low mood, struggling with stress and burnout, navigating a difficult life transition, or caught in long-standing patterns that keep showing up in your relationships, work, or sense of self.
At Agile Clinical Psychology we offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy for people across all stages of life. We work with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, existential concerns, and personality and relational issues, among other concerns — helping you build insight, regulate difficult emotions, and create change that lasts.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist offering inclusive, trauma-informed care that affirms LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent experiences.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves or others. Some know exactly what’s going on and others just sense that things could feel better.
We might explore anxiety, OCD, trauma, burnout, identity, relationship challenges, or something else entirely. I see individuals (16+) and people in relationships, including couples, and I offer affirming assessments for autism, AuDHD, and learning differences.
At Lavender Psychology, you're welcome just as you are.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist offering inclusive, trauma-informed care that affirms LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent experiences.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves or others. Some know exactly what’s going on and others just sense that things could feel better.
We might explore anxiety, OCD, trauma, burnout, identity, relationship challenges, or something else entirely. I see individuals (16+) and people in relationships, including couples, and I offer affirming assessments for autism, AuDHD, and learning differences.
At Lavender Psychology, you're welcome just as you are.
You might look like you’re coping, yet feel anxious, low, stuck in relationship patterns, or carrying unresolved experiences that continue to shape the present. I support adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges & identity, including LGBTIQA+ specific issues. Since 2016, I’ve provided therapy that is warm, thoughtful & holistic -grounded in evidence-based approaches, including EMDR where appropriate. Clients often describe feeling deeply understood, safe & at ease. I bring both professional training & lived understanding of mental health & intentionally limit my day to four clients for focused, consistent care.
You might look like you’re coping, yet feel anxious, low, stuck in relationship patterns, or carrying unresolved experiences that continue to shape the present. I support adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges & identity, including LGBTIQA+ specific issues. Since 2016, I’ve provided therapy that is warm, thoughtful & holistic -grounded in evidence-based approaches, including EMDR where appropriate. Clients often describe feeling deeply understood, safe & at ease. I bring both professional training & lived understanding of mental health & intentionally limit my day to four clients for focused, consistent care.
With 16 years of experience as a mental health nurse across diverse settings, I bring a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health. Having completed my Master's in the Conversational Model of Therapy has deepened my belief in the power of therapeutic conversation as a path to healing, especially from trauma. I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where we can explore your experiences and work together towards healing. If you’re ready to take the next step in your journey, I invite you to connect with me. Let's work together to help you find peace and growth.
With 16 years of experience as a mental health nurse across diverse settings, I bring a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health. Having completed my Master's in the Conversational Model of Therapy has deepened my belief in the power of therapeutic conversation as a path to healing, especially from trauma. I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where we can explore your experiences and work together towards healing. If you’re ready to take the next step in your journey, I invite you to connect with me. Let's work together to help you find peace and growth.
My therapeutic process is to hold space for individuals to be able to tap into their resilience, heal, and thrive. I draw from a collective of treatment approaches to help meet your individual support needs.
My therapeutic process is to hold space for individuals to be able to tap into their resilience, heal, and thrive. I draw from a collective of treatment approaches to help meet your individual support needs.
Emma is a warm, supportive and compassionate therapist, committed to assisting her clients to connect to their authentic self and inner wisdom, develop mindful awareness, compassion and strength, and empower them to approach challenging life experiences and move toward their values. Emma’s therapeutic interest is in how using mindfulness, meditation and compassion training and practice can harness neuroplasticity to help relieve suffering and build emotional resilience and connection. Emma is a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA) and registered to provide Medicare rebated psychological services.
Emma is a warm, supportive and compassionate therapist, committed to assisting her clients to connect to their authentic self and inner wisdom, develop mindful awareness, compassion and strength, and empower them to approach challenging life experiences and move toward their values. Emma’s therapeutic interest is in how using mindfulness, meditation and compassion training and practice can harness neuroplasticity to help relieve suffering and build emotional resilience and connection. Emma is a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA) and registered to provide Medicare rebated psychological services.
Are you struggling with issues relating to trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, managing your emotions or just feeling overwhelmed and don't know where to start?
I endeavour to provide a space where you are seen and heard, and recognise that our mental health is shaped not only by our individual experiences, but also by our relationships, culture, identity, and the broader systems we live within.
I also provide clinical supervision for mental health professionals, offering a reflective and collaborative space that can be shaped around your needs — whether for guidance, support, or deepening reflective practice
Are you struggling with issues relating to trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, managing your emotions or just feeling overwhelmed and don't know where to start?
I endeavour to provide a space where you are seen and heard, and recognise that our mental health is shaped not only by our individual experiences, but also by our relationships, culture, identity, and the broader systems we live within.
I also provide clinical supervision for mental health professionals, offering a reflective and collaborative space that can be shaped around your needs — whether for guidance, support, or deepening reflective practice
I have particular interest areas in supporting women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and 20 and 30 somethings.
My hope is that counselling with me feels like a place where you can speak openly, without fear of judgement. I offer warmth, attentiveness, and genuine care, alongside thoughtful reflection and challenge where it may be helpful. Even during life’s tougher seasons, it is important to me that there is room for moments of lightness and laughter.
I have particular interest areas in supporting women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and 20 and 30 somethings.
My hope is that counselling with me feels like a place where you can speak openly, without fear of judgement. I offer warmth, attentiveness, and genuine care, alongside thoughtful reflection and challenge where it may be helpful. Even during life’s tougher seasons, it is important to me that there is room for moments of lightness and laughter.
Maria has experience working as a counsellor/psychotherapist, and also as a non-counsellor, with client from a broad range of backgrounds and cultures in the corporate, academic, psychiatric, and not-for-profit sector. She believes the foundation for a good therapeutic relationship is based on empathy and respect, and she relates to her clients in a non-judgmental, supportive, positive, and creative way. Maria works with individuals, is fluent in Swedish, and has an extensive interest in cultural diversity, transnational counselling ,and reducing stigma around mental illness.
Maria has experience working as a counsellor/psychotherapist, and also as a non-counsellor, with client from a broad range of backgrounds and cultures in the corporate, academic, psychiatric, and not-for-profit sector. She believes the foundation for a good therapeutic relationship is based on empathy and respect, and she relates to her clients in a non-judgmental, supportive, positive, and creative way. Maria works with individuals, is fluent in Swedish, and has an extensive interest in cultural diversity, transnational counselling ,and reducing stigma around mental illness.
It’s important to feel understood! As your therapist, I provide the space you deserve to process, navigate and meet challenges as you talk openly about your experiences. With a relationship based on trust, acceptance and warmth, we will work collaboratively to build resources, enabling you to feel validated and challenged as you explore interpersonal issues, anxiety, life challenges, trauma and more to gain empowerment and insight into your situation.
It’s important to feel understood! As your therapist, I provide the space you deserve to process, navigate and meet challenges as you talk openly about your experiences. With a relationship based on trust, acceptance and warmth, we will work collaboratively to build resources, enabling you to feel validated and challenged as you explore interpersonal issues, anxiety, life challenges, trauma and more to gain empowerment and insight into your situation.
Most people who reach out are carrying something that’s been hard to put into words. It might be a sense that life isn’t quite working, a pattern in relationships that keeps repeating, or a quieter struggle with self-worth, anxiety or substance use. Many of the people I see have spent years getting on with things and are only now stopping to ask why it feels harder than it should. Whatever brings you in, my job is to help you make sense of it, in a space where nothing is off limits and you don’t have to have the right words before you start.
Most people who reach out are carrying something that’s been hard to put into words. It might be a sense that life isn’t quite working, a pattern in relationships that keeps repeating, or a quieter struggle with self-worth, anxiety or substance use. Many of the people I see have spent years getting on with things and are only now stopping to ask why it feels harder than it should. Whatever brings you in, my job is to help you make sense of it, in a space where nothing is off limits and you don’t have to have the right words before you start.
You might be feeling stuck, anxious, or a bit lost - doing your best to keep going but ready for something to shift.
My clients often crave being calm, connected, and having space to just be themselves.
Together we slow things down, explore what’s underneath, and use creativity and nature to find steadiness and clarity again.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical - it can feel human, grounding and real.
You might be feeling stuck, anxious, or a bit lost - doing your best to keep going but ready for something to shift.
My clients often crave being calm, connected, and having space to just be themselves.
Together we slow things down, explore what’s underneath, and use creativity and nature to find steadiness and clarity again.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical - it can feel human, grounding and real.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.