LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Winnipeg, MB
I’m a white, queer & non-binary settler.
I use an eclectic therapeutic approach that draws from strengths-based, relational, feminist, attachment, Internal Family Systems, polyvagal theory, and somatic therapies. I embrace an anti-diet, weight-neutral, and fat liberation perspective and am particularly attuned to moving alongside folks in larger bodies through challenges with food and body image.
I’m a white, queer & non-binary settler.
I use an eclectic therapeutic approach that draws from strengths-based, relational, feminist, attachment, Internal Family Systems, polyvagal theory, and somatic therapies. I embrace an anti-diet, weight-neutral, and fat liberation perspective and am particularly attuned to moving alongside folks in larger bodies through challenges with food and body image.
My name is Grace, my pronouns are she/her, and I am a cisgender queer woman who is living and working on Treaty 1 Territory.
As a therapist, I strive to help the people I work with empower themselves to create change in their lives and discover what wellness looks like for them. I believe that the therapeutic space can be used to explore many different facets of our lives, such as people’s strengths, growing edges, and their experiences with the various identities that they hold.
My name is Grace, my pronouns are she/her, and I am a cisgender queer woman who is living and working on Treaty 1 Territory.
As a therapist, I strive to help the people I work with empower themselves to create change in their lives and discover what wellness looks like for them. I believe that the therapeutic space can be used to explore many different facets of our lives, such as people’s strengths, growing edges, and their experiences with the various identities that they hold.
I’m a queer, neurodivergent therapist dedicated to supporting youth, adults, and couples.
I integrate CBT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems into my practice to support clients in overcoming hardships, challenging negative thought patterns, cultivating self-compassion for lasting personal growth.
I’m a queer, neurodivergent therapist dedicated to supporting youth, adults, and couples.
I integrate CBT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems into my practice to support clients in overcoming hardships, challenging negative thought patterns, cultivating self-compassion for lasting personal growth.
As a queer and neurodivergent person, I’m sensitive to holding rich and nuanced identities and lived experiences.
Remaining open to ourselves and other people takes courage in a world that is often heavy. I’m excited to work with people curious to explore their identities (social, culturally, gender and sexual, racial, political and otherwise) and people trying to understand, strengthen and sustain their relationships and communities.
I believe we can do this difficult work of reconnection and repair while still calling on playfulness and creative expression.
I'm Dunja, a relational therapist with a background in cultural studies, community work, and a creative streak that runs across everything I do.
As a queer and neurodivergent person, I’m sensitive to holding rich and nuanced identities and lived experiences.
Remaining open to ourselves and other people takes courage in a world that is often heavy. I’m excited to work with people curious to explore their identities (social, culturally, gender and sexual, racial, political and otherwise) and people trying to understand, strengthen and sustain their relationships and communities.
I believe we can do this difficult work of reconnection and repair while still calling on playfulness and creative expression.
I'm Dunja, a relational therapist with a background in cultural studies, community work, and a creative streak that runs across everything I do.
As a queer person, I also love working with other community members.
Currently accepting new clients for M-F daytime appointments-
It can be hard to know where to start when you’re feeling exhausted, anxious, or disconnected. I offer compassionate, trauma-informed therapy that prioritizes creating a non-judgmental and collaborative space. Together, we can explore the stories you tell yourself, gently unpack the context, and learn to approach your challenges with curiosity and care. Befriending our more vulnerable parts can empower us to make impactful changes and build stronger relationships. The main frameworks that inform my approach are narrative therapy, IFS, EFT, and attachment theory.
As a queer person, I also love working with other community members.
Currently accepting new clients for M-F daytime appointments-
It can be hard to know where to start when you’re feeling exhausted, anxious, or disconnected. I offer compassionate, trauma-informed therapy that prioritizes creating a non-judgmental and collaborative space. Together, we can explore the stories you tell yourself, gently unpack the context, and learn to approach your challenges with curiosity and care. Befriending our more vulnerable parts can empower us to make impactful changes and build stronger relationships. The main frameworks that inform my approach are narrative therapy, IFS, EFT, and attachment theory.
I support those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, addiction, and major life transitions, using a trauma-informed, queer-affirming, and client-centered approach.
Before becoming a counsellor, I ran a wellness business specializing in Reflexology and Reiki. This experience strengthened my ability to offer support, lead workshops, and collaborate with holistic providers. It also deepened my understanding of how trauma can manifest in the body and how energy healing supports emotional release and balance.
I support those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, addiction, and major life transitions, using a trauma-informed, queer-affirming, and client-centered approach.
Before becoming a counsellor, I ran a wellness business specializing in Reflexology and Reiki. This experience strengthened my ability to offer support, lead workshops, and collaborate with holistic providers. It also deepened my understanding of how trauma can manifest in the body and how energy healing supports emotional release and balance.
Are you someone that identifies as LGBTQ+, seeking an outlet to express one’s worries?
As a Narrative therapist, empower individuals to find new ways of coping. I'm adamant on creating an environment that fosters security so folks can share their truths unapologetically. Using Emotion Focused Therapy, I help couples work better understand communication patterns, so they can learn new tools that allow them to discuss their needs safely.
Are you someone that identifies as LGBTQ+, seeking an outlet to express one’s worries?
As a Narrative therapist, empower individuals to find new ways of coping. I'm adamant on creating an environment that fosters security so folks can share their truths unapologetically. Using Emotion Focused Therapy, I help couples work better understand communication patterns, so they can learn new tools that allow them to discuss their needs safely.
I am a cisgender lesbian and I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly gender-questioning and transgender young people.
I have a strong interest in the mind-body connection and somatic therapies. I want to help individuals living with chronic pain create new narratives about their pain while also encouraging change in the body. Childhood trauma, anxiety/depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, shame, vulnerability and self-compassion are my other areas of clinical work.
I am a cisgender lesbian and I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly gender-questioning and transgender young people.
I have a strong interest in the mind-body connection and somatic therapies. I want to help individuals living with chronic pain create new narratives about their pain while also encouraging change in the body. Childhood trauma, anxiety/depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, shame, vulnerability and self-compassion are my other areas of clinical work.
I am a neurodivergent, queer woman with french ancestry.
Having struggled with identity, sexuality, self esteem, depression and anxiety from a young age, I became fascinated with learning about psychology and the nervous system to begin my healing process. I specialize in working with neurodivergent and queer communities and many other client populations. I draw from various modalities to meet your unique needs.
I am a neurodivergent, queer woman with french ancestry.
Having struggled with identity, sexuality, self esteem, depression and anxiety from a young age, I became fascinated with learning about psychology and the nervous system to begin my healing process. I specialize in working with neurodivergent and queer communities and many other client populations. I draw from various modalities to meet your unique needs.
I am queer affirming, sex positive, trauma informed and aim to provide services that are actively anti-oppressive.
I am a two spirit, Red River Métis counsellor providing virtual counselling services to those in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. I aim to create a space with clients that is non-judgemental and centres your unique experiences and needs. I believe relationship building is key for effective counselling, and strive to foster relationships that feel safe, empowering, and affirming. I work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. While not limited to these areas, I'm often approached to support people navigating Indigenous culture and identity, gender and sexuality, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I am queer affirming, sex positive, trauma informed and aim to provide services that are actively anti-oppressive.
I am a two spirit, Red River Métis counsellor providing virtual counselling services to those in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. I aim to create a space with clients that is non-judgemental and centres your unique experiences and needs. I believe relationship building is key for effective counselling, and strive to foster relationships that feel safe, empowering, and affirming. I work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. While not limited to these areas, I'm often approached to support people navigating Indigenous culture and identity, gender and sexuality, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I primarily work with children, young adults and queer folks of any age.
I primarily work from a queer lens using strength-based, trauma-informed and relationship-based practices. I have additional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, somatic experiencing, and play therapy.
I primarily work with children, young adults and queer folks of any age.
I primarily work from a queer lens using strength-based, trauma-informed and relationship-based practices. I have additional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, somatic experiencing, and play therapy.
My name is Haeon, and I'm a Korean-Canadian nonbinary queer therapist.
I'm primarily trained in relational and systems therapies. I approach therapeutic work using IFS, humanist, existential, and attachment therapies and work in other frameworks as needed. I tailor sessions to each client so you can be sure you're getting therapy that is most well-suited for you and your unique constellation of life experiences.
My name is Haeon, and I'm a Korean-Canadian nonbinary queer therapist.
I'm primarily trained in relational and systems therapies. I approach therapeutic work using IFS, humanist, existential, and attachment therapies and work in other frameworks as needed. I tailor sessions to each client so you can be sure you're getting therapy that is most well-suited for you and your unique constellation of life experiences.
Skilled in EMDR, DBT, and strengths-based methods, she brings cultural sensitivity to support LGBTQIA+ clients, individuals with ADHD or autism, and those facing trauma or life transitions.
Each person has a unique story, and my priority is creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to share their experiences. I honor each client as the expert of their life, including their personal, cultural, and spiritual backgrounds. No matter the pain or darkness, you don’t have to face it alone. Whether working with children or adults, I offer a trauma-informed approach tailored to each client’s needs, honouring their resilience and strengths. It’s my privilege to walk beside them, offering support that respects their pace and fosters growth.
Skilled in EMDR, DBT, and strengths-based methods, she brings cultural sensitivity to support LGBTQIA+ clients, individuals with ADHD or autism, and those facing trauma or life transitions.
Each person has a unique story, and my priority is creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to share their experiences. I honor each client as the expert of their life, including their personal, cultural, and spiritual backgrounds. No matter the pain or darkness, you don’t have to face it alone. Whether working with children or adults, I offer a trauma-informed approach tailored to each client’s needs, honouring their resilience and strengths. It’s my privilege to walk beside them, offering support that respects their pace and fosters growth.
I have special interest and experience in supporting queer communities, those navigating self-esteem, gender, and sexuality, and individuals who suspect they may be neurodivergent.
Hi! I’m Melanie! Therapist. Human. Deep feeler.
If you’ve ever felt stuck - whether in therapy, in your relationships, or just in life - you’re not alone. A lot of people find their way to me when they’re craving something deeper, more transformative, and more connected to who they really are. This space is real, raw, and rooted in possibility. We sit in the hard stuff—grief, anxiety, overwhelm, identity shifts - but we don’t stay stuck there.
I have special interest and experience in supporting queer communities, those navigating self-esteem, gender, and sexuality, and individuals who suspect they may be neurodivergent.
Hi! I’m Melanie! Therapist. Human. Deep feeler.
If you’ve ever felt stuck - whether in therapy, in your relationships, or just in life - you’re not alone. A lot of people find their way to me when they’re craving something deeper, more transformative, and more connected to who they really are. This space is real, raw, and rooted in possibility. We sit in the hard stuff—grief, anxiety, overwhelm, identity shifts - but we don’t stay stuck there.
As a queer South Asian woman, I hope to provide mental health services to individuals from diverse communities, particularly those from cultures that do not have a keen awareness of mental health, such as my own.
I believe that no one is immune to life's challenges and variabilities. Hopelessness, anxiety, fear, and other negative emotions can become overwhelming, affecting our overall wellness, leaving us exhausted. I help my clients overcome these difficult emotions by providing a non-judgmental, affirming and safe environment that respects boundaries and offers the space they require for their healing process.
As a queer South Asian woman, I hope to provide mental health services to individuals from diverse communities, particularly those from cultures that do not have a keen awareness of mental health, such as my own.
I believe that no one is immune to life's challenges and variabilities. Hopelessness, anxiety, fear, and other negative emotions can become overwhelming, affecting our overall wellness, leaving us exhausted. I help my clients overcome these difficult emotions by providing a non-judgmental, affirming and safe environment that respects boundaries and offers the space they require for their healing process.
As a queer, non-binary, neurodivergent, diasporic Chinese person, my lived experience has moved me to help others to process intergenerational pain and to fully embody one’s power and worth.
I offer trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and body-oriented/somatic psychotherapy that seeks to support and honour all aspects of one’s being. Often we have had to push away or hide parts of our self and our experiences. All the while, we continue to carry these unprocessed emotions and beliefs that weigh on our mind, heart, body, and spirit. In session, we’ll work together to create a non-judgmental and empowering space to be present with these parts of you, and in the process help you gain new insight, skills, and transformative experiences that could not be accessed before.
As a queer, non-binary, neurodivergent, diasporic Chinese person, my lived experience has moved me to help others to process intergenerational pain and to fully embody one’s power and worth.
I offer trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and body-oriented/somatic psychotherapy that seeks to support and honour all aspects of one’s being. Often we have had to push away or hide parts of our self and our experiences. All the while, we continue to carry these unprocessed emotions and beliefs that weigh on our mind, heart, body, and spirit. In session, we’ll work together to create a non-judgmental and empowering space to be present with these parts of you, and in the process help you gain new insight, skills, and transformative experiences that could not be accessed before.
I specialize in working with 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and relationships, and queer parents.
A common challenge in accessing therapy is finding a therapist who shares your values. It can be difficult to explore the issues and experiences that are bringing you in, if you feel you have to educate your therapist on your identity. I believe you are the expert on your own experience. I enjoy working with individuals, and relationships (including non-monogamous, polyamorous, etc.). There are many reasons for folks to seek therapy including finding a non-judgemental, safe(r) space to explore issues such as; gender identity, sexual orientation, relationships, grief, family of origin, fertility, and parenting.
I specialize in working with 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and relationships, and queer parents.
A common challenge in accessing therapy is finding a therapist who shares your values. It can be difficult to explore the issues and experiences that are bringing you in, if you feel you have to educate your therapist on your identity. I believe you are the expert on your own experience. I enjoy working with individuals, and relationships (including non-monogamous, polyamorous, etc.). There are many reasons for folks to seek therapy including finding a non-judgemental, safe(r) space to explore issues such as; gender identity, sexual orientation, relationships, grief, family of origin, fertility, and parenting.
I enjoy working with many different populations, and excel supporting clients in working through body image and self esteem issues, chronic illness, disability, neurodivergence, exploring identity, gender, sex, and sexuality, anxiety, depression and trauma processing/recovery, ethical non-monogamy and other non-traditional relationship and family structures, and relational challenges including interpersonal communication and conflict resolution.
J’aime travailler avec différentes populations de gens - Pour lire ma bio en français, veuillez visiter mon site!
I enjoy working with many different populations, and excel supporting clients in working through body image and self esteem issues, chronic illness, disability, neurodivergence, exploring identity, gender, sex, and sexuality, anxiety, depression and trauma processing/recovery, ethical non-monogamy and other non-traditional relationship and family structures, and relational challenges including interpersonal communication and conflict resolution.
J’aime travailler avec différentes populations de gens - Pour lire ma bio en français, veuillez visiter mon site!
I provide queer and trans affirming online and phone therapy.
I’m incredibly passionate about intersectionality and the ways in which our held identities inform how we navigate relationships, health & well-being, trauma, and the world as a whole. I recognize how challenging it can be to find safe and affirming spaces that take these identities into account, especially when working towards personal growth, self-exploration, and healing. I root my work in intersectionality and feminism, preferring an integrative process using different aspects of multiple theories and approaches.
I provide queer and trans affirming online and phone therapy.
I’m incredibly passionate about intersectionality and the ways in which our held identities inform how we navigate relationships, health & well-being, trauma, and the world as a whole. I recognize how challenging it can be to find safe and affirming spaces that take these identities into account, especially when working towards personal growth, self-exploration, and healing. I root my work in intersectionality and feminism, preferring an integrative process using different aspects of multiple theories and approaches.
I am a white, queer/ bisexual therapist working in Treaty 1.
I believe that people who come to consult with me are wanting safety and connection. A sense of safety in their bodies, connection to self, to people they love, to community, or to the larger world. These people may be facing problems that have been called things like anxiety, depression, trauma, disorders, grief, communication or relationship difficulties - names that may or may not feel right to you. Underneath it all, we are looking for the way back to ourselves and each other, to feel safe enough to connect and explore the fullness of life. I want to help you find that way.
I am a white, queer/ bisexual therapist working in Treaty 1.
I believe that people who come to consult with me are wanting safety and connection. A sense of safety in their bodies, connection to self, to people they love, to community, or to the larger world. These people may be facing problems that have been called things like anxiety, depression, trauma, disorders, grief, communication or relationship difficulties - names that may or may not feel right to you. Underneath it all, we are looking for the way back to ourselves and each other, to feel safe enough to connect and explore the fullness of life. I want to help you find that way.
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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.