LGBTQ+ Affirming Psychologists and Therapists in Wellington Point, QLD
I exclusively offer services to parents & carers of PDA kids & teens and can offer parent coaching, counselling, EMDR Therapy and school advocacy support. I also run a Parent Support group in Brisbane city.
PDA stands for a Pervasive Drive for Autonomy (and in the Medical Field is known as Pathological Demand Avoidance). PDA is often linked to AuDHD & giftedness. Does your Neurodivergent child struggle with daily life demands? And do they need a lot of autonomy? Maybe your kid is PDA too. Feel free to reach out to see if I can help.
I exclusively offer services to parents & carers of PDA kids & teens and can offer parent coaching, counselling, EMDR Therapy and school advocacy support. I also run a Parent Support group in Brisbane city.
PDA stands for a Pervasive Drive for Autonomy (and in the Medical Field is known as Pathological Demand Avoidance). PDA is often linked to AuDHD & giftedness. Does your Neurodivergent child struggle with daily life demands? And do they need a lot of autonomy? Maybe your kid is PDA too. Feel free to reach out to see if I can help.
How we feel has a big effect on how we see ourselves, others and our world. These feelings can be frustrating, scary, hurtful or worrying. They can either have been there for most of our lives, gradually crept up on us or come as a result of our current situation. Often, when we are struggling, the most challenging part is not understanding what we are feeling or thinking, understanding why or knowing what to do about it.
How we feel has a big effect on how we see ourselves, others and our world. These feelings can be frustrating, scary, hurtful or worrying. They can either have been there for most of our lives, gradually crept up on us or come as a result of our current situation. Often, when we are struggling, the most challenging part is not understanding what we are feeling or thinking, understanding why or knowing what to do about it.
Hi, I’m Courtney. I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a strong passion for supporting people through life’s toughest moments. Whether you're dealing with the stress of everyday life or carrying the weight of past trauma, I’m here to support you through it.
I work with Bloom Well-being in Brisbane, and support teens, adults, and families affected by trauma, including childhood trauma, as well as domestic, family, and sexual violence. I also support people experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm issues, perinatal mental health concerns, low self-esteem, workplace challenges, life transitions, and PTSD.
Hi, I’m Courtney. I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a strong passion for supporting people through life’s toughest moments. Whether you're dealing with the stress of everyday life or carrying the weight of past trauma, I’m here to support you through it.
I work with Bloom Well-being in Brisbane, and support teens, adults, and families affected by trauma, including childhood trauma, as well as domestic, family, and sexual violence. I also support people experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm issues, perinatal mental health concerns, low self-esteem, workplace challenges, life transitions, and PTSD.
I offer counselling to adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, family change, grief and loss, those struggling with identity, self-value and life transitions. I am strengths based and focussed on supporting clients to develop ways to live a fulfilling life. I have supported many clients to work through experiences of trauma, relationship breakdown and personal crisis. I am a clinically registered therapist with 20 years’ experience supporting the holistic wellbeing of my clients.
I offer counselling to adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, family change, grief and loss, those struggling with identity, self-value and life transitions. I am strengths based and focussed on supporting clients to develop ways to live a fulfilling life. I have supported many clients to work through experiences of trauma, relationship breakdown and personal crisis. I am a clinically registered therapist with 20 years’ experience supporting the holistic wellbeing of my clients.
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Hi, I’m Jaz, a Clinical Counsellor offering trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+ affirming and neuroaffirming support for adults across Australia.
When the world feels uncertain or overwhelming, I offer a space to make meaning of your experiences, reconnect with your own voice, and explore what it means to build a life that feels meaningful, values-led, and your own.
Hi, I’m Jaz, a Clinical Counsellor offering trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+ affirming and neuroaffirming support for adults across Australia.
When the world feels uncertain or overwhelming, I offer a space to make meaning of your experiences, reconnect with your own voice, and explore what it means to build a life that feels meaningful, values-led, and your own.
I am a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor with a PACFA‑accredited Master's degree in Gestalt Therapy. I hold certification in trauma-informed care, decolonising mental health and family violence (identification and assessment). I provide a confidential, judgement free space for people experiencing relationship strain, work‑related stress or burnout, intergenerational patterns, anxiety, depression, loss and grief, trauma-related symptoms, and those feeling a sense of stuck-ness in their life. My practice is geared toward participants motivated to engage actively in the therapy process for focused, results‑oriented support.
I am a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor with a PACFA‑accredited Master's degree in Gestalt Therapy. I hold certification in trauma-informed care, decolonising mental health and family violence (identification and assessment). I provide a confidential, judgement free space for people experiencing relationship strain, work‑related stress or burnout, intergenerational patterns, anxiety, depression, loss and grief, trauma-related symptoms, and those feeling a sense of stuck-ness in their life. My practice is geared toward participants motivated to engage actively in the therapy process for focused, results‑oriented support.
Hi, I'm Samuel (He/They/She/Any) and I'm a non-binary/genderfluid Arts Psychotherapist. In life I have used the creative arts as a way of understanding, listening to and responding to my experiences and inner conflicts. I’m passionate about integrating our inner and outer selves and believe in the value the arts offer in encountering resources and parts of ourselves which aren’t accessed in normal daily life. I offer a gentle, non-judgemental and inclusive therapeutic space for you to reveal yourself as we explore struggles, hopes and what growth and resolution looks like for you at this time.
Hi, I'm Samuel (He/They/She/Any) and I'm a non-binary/genderfluid Arts Psychotherapist. In life I have used the creative arts as a way of understanding, listening to and responding to my experiences and inner conflicts. I’m passionate about integrating our inner and outer selves and believe in the value the arts offer in encountering resources and parts of ourselves which aren’t accessed in normal daily life. I offer a gentle, non-judgemental and inclusive therapeutic space for you to reveal yourself as we explore struggles, hopes and what growth and resolution looks like for you at this time.
There is nothing that unites us more than the human experience, yet the stigma around mental health still impacts us. I see the common threads that connect us every day, even when we think we’re alone. We are relational beings, and shame dies when stories are told in safe spaces. If 1:1 therapy scares you or feels too traditional and formal, I completely understand. I love working with people, and know it’s a privilege to hear stories of all kinds and be with people in their vulnerability. I’m committed to showing up in the present moment with you, and figuring it out together. Real life, done with a real person alongside you.
There is nothing that unites us more than the human experience, yet the stigma around mental health still impacts us. I see the common threads that connect us every day, even when we think we’re alone. We are relational beings, and shame dies when stories are told in safe spaces. If 1:1 therapy scares you or feels too traditional and formal, I completely understand. I love working with people, and know it’s a privilege to hear stories of all kinds and be with people in their vulnerability. I’m committed to showing up in the present moment with you, and figuring it out together. Real life, done with a real person alongside you.
Dae is a Registered Psychologist who is passionate about working with people who have felt ‘different’ their whole lives. They support people to heal from trauma, live more authentic lives, and fully embrace their identities. Dae holds space with curiosity and compassion, without judgement, and with the creativity to do things differently.
Dae works with complex trauma, gender and sexuality, neurodivergence, disability, dissociation, diverse relationships, and the intersection of these, in a radically affirming way.
Dae is a Registered Psychologist who is passionate about working with people who have felt ‘different’ their whole lives. They support people to heal from trauma, live more authentic lives, and fully embrace their identities. Dae holds space with curiosity and compassion, without judgement, and with the creativity to do things differently.
Dae works with complex trauma, gender and sexuality, neurodivergence, disability, dissociation, diverse relationships, and the intersection of these, in a radically affirming way.
I'm a fully certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & social work counsellor (NB trans), with over 20 years' experience working in community services. My work is grounded in social justice and liberatory practices that support self-agency, joy, pleasure & empowerment. I have a deep interest in relational & social trauma and use a somatic approach that acknowledges the external forces of power and harm. Our bodies hold protective patterns (or felt senses) in response to early attachment wounds, traumatic experiences, relational disruptions and structural pressures - together we work to safely integrate and release these patterns.
I'm a fully certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & social work counsellor (NB trans), with over 20 years' experience working in community services. My work is grounded in social justice and liberatory practices that support self-agency, joy, pleasure & empowerment. I have a deep interest in relational & social trauma and use a somatic approach that acknowledges the external forces of power and harm. Our bodies hold protective patterns (or felt senses) in response to early attachment wounds, traumatic experiences, relational disruptions and structural pressures - together we work to safely integrate and release these patterns.
As a 'peer counsellor', I bring my own lived experience as a disabled, neurodivergent, queer and trans person to sessions to build trust and empathy.
I approach therapy as a relationship first, and I'm not afraid to be ‘in it’ alongside you - whatever that looks like for you. I've worked in counselling and peer support with LGBTIQA+ and neurodivergent adults of all ages (18-65+), and I'm especially passionate about supporting trans and gender diverse people navigating grief and loss, suicidality, trauma, disability and chronic illness, and autism and other experiences of neurodivergence.
As a 'peer counsellor', I bring my own lived experience as a disabled, neurodivergent, queer and trans person to sessions to build trust and empathy.
I approach therapy as a relationship first, and I'm not afraid to be ‘in it’ alongside you - whatever that looks like for you. I've worked in counselling and peer support with LGBTIQA+ and neurodivergent adults of all ages (18-65+), and I'm especially passionate about supporting trans and gender diverse people navigating grief and loss, suicidality, trauma, disability and chronic illness, and autism and other experiences of neurodivergence.
I have a special interest in working with neurodivergent individuals (Autism and ADHD), and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I use a broad range of evidence-based therapeutic methods tailored to individual needs, including: Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
I have a special interest in working with neurodivergent individuals (Autism and ADHD), and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I use a broad range of evidence-based therapeutic methods tailored to individual needs, including: Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
I work well with people who have experienced trauma, neurodivergence, and have a commitment to improving their mental health. I offer ADHD and autism assessments as well as general psychiatry for the neurodivergent and LGBTIQ+ communities of Central Victoria and beyond.
I work well with people who have experienced trauma, neurodivergence, and have a commitment to improving their mental health. I offer ADHD and autism assessments as well as general psychiatry for the neurodivergent and LGBTIQ+ communities of Central Victoria and beyond.
I'm a Brisbane based registered psychologist with experience in body-based, sexual and reproductive concerns as well as general mental, physical and emotional health. My approach is warm, collaborative and non-judgemental and I focus on creating a space where people can talk openly about sex, relationships and their bodies without shame. I welcome clients of all genders, sexualities and relationship styles and take a structured, outcome-driven approach.
My practice is trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming, with an understanding of how identity, culture, gender and sexuality shape experiences, challenges and struggles.
I'm a Brisbane based registered psychologist with experience in body-based, sexual and reproductive concerns as well as general mental, physical and emotional health. My approach is warm, collaborative and non-judgemental and I focus on creating a space where people can talk openly about sex, relationships and their bodies without shame. I welcome clients of all genders, sexualities and relationship styles and take a structured, outcome-driven approach.
My practice is trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming, with an understanding of how identity, culture, gender and sexuality shape experiences, challenges and struggles.
Some things I work with include (but are not limited to): The neurodivergent experience; Sexuality, gender, and other queer issues; Bereavement, grief and other types of loss; Chronic health issues and disability; Trauma and complex trauma; DFV and other forms of abuse or violence; Relationship issues, including polyamory, sex and kink; Anxiety, depression, and suicidality.
As a social worker and psychotherapist, what matters most to me is creating a space where you feel truly seen, safe, and respected. I want our time together to feel like somewhere you can show up exactly as you are (no masks, no pressure), and know that’s more than enough. I really believe that the connection between therapist and client is at the heart of any meaningful growth, which is why I bring a warm, down-to-earth, and often humour and playful energy into my sessions.
Some things I work with include (but are not limited to): The neurodivergent experience; Sexuality, gender, and other queer issues; Bereavement, grief and other types of loss; Chronic health issues and disability; Trauma and complex trauma; DFV and other forms of abuse or violence; Relationship issues, including polyamory, sex and kink; Anxiety, depression, and suicidality.
As a social worker and psychotherapist, what matters most to me is creating a space where you feel truly seen, safe, and respected. I want our time together to feel like somewhere you can show up exactly as you are (no masks, no pressure), and know that’s more than enough. I really believe that the connection between therapist and client is at the heart of any meaningful growth, which is why I bring a warm, down-to-earth, and often humour and playful energy into my sessions.
You may understand your patterns intellectually yet still feel unable to shift them. Perhaps you have spent years feeling misunderstood, masking, pushing through burnout, or trying to manage anxiety, trauma, shame, emotional overwhelm or the impact of a chronic health condition. I work with adolescents and adults, including late-diagnosed neurodivergent people, who want more than another set of coping strategies. Together, we explore how these patterns developed, what keeps them in place, and what a fuller, more meaningful life could look like for you.
You may understand your patterns intellectually yet still feel unable to shift them. Perhaps you have spent years feeling misunderstood, masking, pushing through burnout, or trying to manage anxiety, trauma, shame, emotional overwhelm or the impact of a chronic health condition. I work with adolescents and adults, including late-diagnosed neurodivergent people, who want more than another set of coping strategies. Together, we explore how these patterns developed, what keeps them in place, and what a fuller, more meaningful life could look like for you.
I work individually with adults and older adolescents (17+) who are seeking a deeper psychotherapy experience grounded in connection, curiosity, and authenticity. The patients I see have often tried therapies that focus on shorter-term symptom relief but are now seeking a deeper understanding of themselves, their struggles, and their relationships to bring about enlivening and long-lasting change.
I work individually with adults and older adolescents (17+) who are seeking a deeper psychotherapy experience grounded in connection, curiosity, and authenticity. The patients I see have often tried therapies that focus on shorter-term symptom relief but are now seeking a deeper understanding of themselves, their struggles, and their relationships to bring about enlivening and long-lasting change.
Offering 22 years of experience in supporting couples and individuals to build fulfilling and authentic relationships. Services are available Australia-wide via Zoom, providing flexibility and accessibility. Supporting those navigating, trauma, relational disconnection, intimacy issues, and life transitions while ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all clients.
Offering 22 years of experience in supporting couples and individuals to build fulfilling and authentic relationships. Services are available Australia-wide via Zoom, providing flexibility and accessibility. Supporting those navigating, trauma, relational disconnection, intimacy issues, and life transitions while ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all clients.
I provide a sex-worker inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, kink-aware, & culturally responsive space, and am experienced in working with diverse relationship structures including polyamory.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals navigating trauma, relationships, and sexual wellbeing.
I specialise in supporting people impacted by sexual trauma, intimacy difficulties, and complex emotional experiences. My approach is trauma-informed, focusing on safety, emotional regulation, and helping clients rebuild confidence, connection, & a sense of control.
With a background in mental health, AOD, and social housing, I have experience working with clients facing complex life challenges, including trauma, relationship distress, and identity concerns.
I also offer psychosexual therapy, supporting men, women, couples
I provide a sex-worker inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, kink-aware, & culturally responsive space, and am experienced in working with diverse relationship structures including polyamory.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals navigating trauma, relationships, and sexual wellbeing.
I specialise in supporting people impacted by sexual trauma, intimacy difficulties, and complex emotional experiences. My approach is trauma-informed, focusing on safety, emotional regulation, and helping clients rebuild confidence, connection, & a sense of control.
With a background in mental health, AOD, and social housing, I have experience working with clients facing complex life challenges, including trauma, relationship distress, and identity concerns.
I also offer psychosexual therapy, supporting men, women, couples
Jessica van der Torre enjoys an individualised and client-centered approach, collaborating together with her clients towards their treatment goals. She is warm, gentle and supportive in her style. It is important to her that clients feel that sessions are conducted in a safe, positive and nonjudgmental atmosphere in order to work towards positive change.
Jessica van der Torre enjoys an individualised and client-centered approach, collaborating together with her clients towards their treatment goals. She is warm, gentle and supportive in her style. It is important to her that clients feel that sessions are conducted in a safe, positive and nonjudgmental atmosphere in order to work towards positive change.
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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.