LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in T5V
Keltie Winters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, MSW, MA, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5V (Online Only)
I offer a trans-affirming, neurodiverse informed, polyamory positive, and anti-racist space.
Welcome, I am Keltie! I am trauma informed therapist who is passionate about working collaboratively with individuals seeking new and authentic ways to heal and thrive. You can expect humour, warmth, and transparency from me, as well as tailored sessions around your goals, needs, and comfort. I work holistically, employing intersectional feminist and anti-oppressive values to explore new perspectives to address our daily challenges. Sessions with me can include: processing difficult or challenging life experiences, exploring identity, identify values, and setting or define boundaries with both self and others.
I offer a trans-affirming, neurodiverse informed, polyamory positive, and anti-racist space.
Welcome, I am Keltie! I am trauma informed therapist who is passionate about working collaboratively with individuals seeking new and authentic ways to heal and thrive. You can expect humour, warmth, and transparency from me, as well as tailored sessions around your goals, needs, and comfort. I work holistically, employing intersectional feminist and anti-oppressive values to explore new perspectives to address our daily challenges. Sessions with me can include: processing difficult or challenging life experiences, exploring identity, identify values, and setting or define boundaries with both self and others.
Jason Wu
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BHSc, MA, RAc
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5V
Connection is a deep bond in which you develop awareness between yourself and the external world. Through this awareness, your identity as well as the ability to comprehend and communicate with others evolves. As you continue to develop and make more meaningful connections, the more grounded you may feel, in who you are and how you interact with the world. However, there are many of you that have experienced unhealthy or toxic connections with yourself or others. As a result, you may feel like disconnecting and withdrawing is the safest decision to make.
Connection is a deep bond in which you develop awareness between yourself and the external world. Through this awareness, your identity as well as the ability to comprehend and communicate with others evolves. As you continue to develop and make more meaningful connections, the more grounded you may feel, in who you are and how you interact with the world. However, there are many of you that have experienced unhealthy or toxic connections with yourself or others. As a result, you may feel like disconnecting and withdrawing is the safest decision to make.
Teela Tomassetti
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5V
I am passionate about my work and feel it is a privilege to be in this role. I believe in walking alongside my clients and respect that this is their journey and that they are the experts in their lives. I feel that everyone is unique; thus, my counselling approach flexes to meet your individual needs by blending techniques. I believe that it is essential to create a warm, inviting and engaging space for you. One that is trauma-informed creates a sense of safety and security as you work through the challenges that brought you to me.
I am passionate about my work and feel it is a privilege to be in this role. I believe in walking alongside my clients and respect that this is their journey and that they are the experts in their lives. I feel that everyone is unique; thus, my counselling approach flexes to meet your individual needs by blending techniques. I believe that it is essential to create a warm, inviting and engaging space for you. One that is trauma-informed creates a sense of safety and security as you work through the challenges that brought you to me.
Olivia Marcoux
Psychologist, BA(Hon), MA(Hon)
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5V
I am an experienced clinician who graduated with honors from both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees. My expertise lies in the field of psychology, where I explore key concepts on how to create change and reach our goals. I use research-based techniques to help clients work on their issues. By bringing unconscious patterns to light, reprocessing past experiences, and establishing attainable goals for the weeks ahead, I help clients gain momentum to move forward while freeing them from old ways of thinking and behaving. These approaches push us to use new neural pathways or change established ones which create long-lasting changes.
I am an experienced clinician who graduated with honors from both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees. My expertise lies in the field of psychology, where I explore key concepts on how to create change and reach our goals. I use research-based techniques to help clients work on their issues. By bringing unconscious patterns to light, reprocessing past experiences, and establishing attainable goals for the weeks ahead, I help clients gain momentum to move forward while freeing them from old ways of thinking and behaving. These approaches push us to use new neural pathways or change established ones which create long-lasting changes.
Michael Sommerfeld
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5V
My ideal clients are individuals and couples, who are seeking to strengthen and enhance their lives and relationship, through sexual fulfillment. I am an A.A.S.E.C.T. Certified Sex Therapist, and have a specialization in the area of sex therapy. I consider working with individuals and couples towards a positive and fulfilling sex life, to be a great privilege. I also want to work with couples who are seeking to improve their relationships overall, by learning to understand, and attend to each other in a loving, and compassionate way. I also work with individuals dealing with mental health challenges
My ideal clients are individuals and couples, who are seeking to strengthen and enhance their lives and relationship, through sexual fulfillment. I am an A.A.S.E.C.T. Certified Sex Therapist, and have a specialization in the area of sex therapy. I consider working with individuals and couples towards a positive and fulfilling sex life, to be a great privilege. I also want to work with couples who are seeking to improve their relationships overall, by learning to understand, and attend to each other in a loving, and compassionate way. I also work with individuals dealing with mental health challenges
Rivers Edge Counselling Centre
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5V
We specialize in helping people find a therapist who is the right 'fit' for them. We have created a team of psychologists & counsellors who will give the tools you need to rebuild & move forward with your life. We help women and men, couples, kids, teens, & families heal and grow through life's challenges and transitions. Our team specializes in treatments for anxiety and depression, trauma, relationship problems, grief and loss, addictions, stress management, life transition (including divorce, relocation and family/life stages), ADHD, behaviour problems and OCD with kids, as well as personal growth and development.
We specialize in helping people find a therapist who is the right 'fit' for them. We have created a team of psychologists & counsellors who will give the tools you need to rebuild & move forward with your life. We help women and men, couples, kids, teens, & families heal and grow through life's challenges and transitions. Our team specializes in treatments for anxiety and depression, trauma, relationship problems, grief and loss, addictions, stress management, life transition (including divorce, relocation and family/life stages), ADHD, behaviour problems and OCD with kids, as well as personal growth and development.
Kristen Kaye Oliveros
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5V
Life transitions, daily stressors, trauma, and mental illnesses can negatively influence the way we think, feel, and behave. These factors can cause us to feel "stuck" in old habits and patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that no longer serve us. I recognize that when we are stuck, it is difficult to make that first step towards change and reach out for support. Hence, I acknowledge you for making the first step into finding what works best for you. I understand that you want to take charge of your mental and emotional pain so that you can unlock your utmost potential.
Life transitions, daily stressors, trauma, and mental illnesses can negatively influence the way we think, feel, and behave. These factors can cause us to feel "stuck" in old habits and patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that no longer serve us. I recognize that when we are stuck, it is difficult to make that first step towards change and reach out for support. Hence, I acknowledge you for making the first step into finding what works best for you. I understand that you want to take charge of your mental and emotional pain so that you can unlock your utmost potential.
Andrea Laura Krygier
Psychologist, RPSYH, MEd, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5V (Online Only)
With almost 30 years of clinical experience, I approach each and every client with curiosity, warmth, empathy and respect I have an honest passion for people and can’t see myself doing any other thing other than helping others live meaningful lives I’m very sensitive to the fact that everyone is unique and it is of utmost Importance to tailor my work to each and everyone’s specific needs
With almost 30 years of clinical experience, I approach each and every client with curiosity, warmth, empathy and respect I have an honest passion for people and can’t see myself doing any other thing other than helping others live meaningful lives I’m very sensitive to the fact that everyone is unique and it is of utmost Importance to tailor my work to each and everyone’s specific needs
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
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.