LGBTQ+ Therapists in London, ON
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Victor Feunekes
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Jan 30, 2023 - started wait list. I understand that you might be nervous to reach out to a therapist, especially if you’ve had trouble with other services in the past. I have experience supporting LGBQ,
Trans
, and Nonbinary adults and youth and their family members, members of the
LGBTQ
community who have struggled with navigating identity and spirituality, and anyone who struggles with constant negative self-talk. If you have some goals in mind to work toward, feel free to reach out. I can offer a consultation and give you some time to decide whether you feel we would be a good fit to work together.
London, ON N6B
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Kristie Brassard & Associates
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Supporting 2SLGBTQ+ folks and allies is our passion, and all of our therapists identify on the
queer
spectrum.
Kristie Brassard & Associates is a virtual psychotherapy practice serving children, teens, and adults all over Ontario, Canada. Our psychotherapists work with a variety of issues, and help guide individuals, families and couples along their wellness journey using various therapeutic modalities and supportive interventions.
Steven Ross Therapy
Registered Social Worker, RSW, LCSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
I am an RSW LCSW psychotherapist with a private practice in Toronto and NY serving clients via Zoom/phone in Ontario, NY, NJ. I tend to see a broad assortment of people, many who are suffering from depression, anxiety, stress and difficulty coping. Some struggle with being single, others within their relationship, or with their sexual authenticity. Together through talk therapy we can find a pathway to a deeper understanding and a way to move forward with confidence and security My clients are from different worlds, heterosexual, homosexual,
bisexual
,
transgender
, non-binary, young and old, single, married, and all those in-between.
Jesse Lawther
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MPS, RPQ
Verified
Verified
Many of my clients are
queer
, though I am open to working with anyone.
I have a special interest in relationships; understanding how we come to relate with ourselves and one another, and the ways this connects with our unique world-views, beliefs, and life’s meaning. Together we will co-create our therapeutic relationship, valuing authenticity and creativity. And in the therapy room we might explore grief and bereavement, life transitions, queerness, anxiety, depression, and understanding emotions and identity. My style starts with a trauma-informed approach, and I draw on techniques from narrative therapy, internal family systems, emotion-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy.
Kylie Banks
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
Verified
As a
trans
woman, I am particularly passionate about working with members of marginalized groups. I have a keen interest
LGBTQ
+ issues, those dealing with gender identity concerns, sexuality concerns, and those with experience in the sex work industry. I practice from a sex-positive/kink-aware perspective.
London, ON N5V
& Online
Christine Krickhan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi there :) I'm Christine and I am a white, ADHDer,
queer
person. I am passionate about helping 2SLGBTQ+ folx, parents, and adults explore challenges anxiety, depression and ADHD-specific struggles including executive dysfunction, procrastination and task initiation. I am also passionate about helping individuals explore different relationship dynamics (such as kink, polyamory and consensual non monogamy). I guide my clients through challenges with struggling to find and create meaning in life as well as help individuals discover and live according to the values they hold.
Claire Salisbury
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP, CCC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in the area of gender identity. My practice focuses on providing psychotherapy for
trans
, non-binary and gender questioning individuals. This includes working with adults, teens and children to help navigate a potential social and medical transition. My goals are to help you develop a greater self-understanding and to provide the mental health tools necessary to support you in piloting you own journey toward living as your authentic self. I also provide psychoeducation and support for family members (parents, siblings, partners) who may be struggling with a loved one's gender exploration and (potential) transition.
London, ON N6A
& Online
Emma Sutton
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Accepting short term clients- on leave starting July. Clients are the experts on their own lives, my role being to walk with them in their therapy journey. I offer a non-judgemental, supportive, & affirming space where we can work together towards your goals or navigate difficult life transitions or events. I provide counselling to individuals looking for support with mental health concerns like anxiety and depression, grief and loss, relationship stress, as well as folks exploring gender identity or sexuality, or working on overall wellness. I have the credentials to provide
trans
folks with a referral letter for bottom surgeries.
Waitlist for new clients
Leah Getchell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also like to describe myself as a,
Queer
feminist, facilitator, crystal lover, partner, mum, paleo eater, chocolate connoisseur, lefty catholic, dancer and MSW Student.
I know it can be difficult to seek help, so I think it’s amazing you are here. I feel honoured to be able to offer a warm, welcoming and non-judgmental space to support you in your healing journey. We will work collaboratively to create a new, or perhaps just slightly altered, path that will allow you to live your most authentic life.People I love working with include Healthcare & other front-line professionals; People who are feeling stuck, anxious or depressed; Those struggling with Interpersonal issues, at home or at work; Folks with diverse expressions of sexuality, gender and non-binary identity & Newcomers to Canada.
Lindsay M Sommerauer
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I celebrate all
LGBTQ
+ identities and relationship styles (monogamous/ENM/polyamorous).
Are you facing a major transition? Are you tired of struggling against the same things over and over in your life? Do you want to feel more confident and grounded in yourself? For these struggles and more, I offer wholehearted support for your change journey, following your cues and your hopes for your present and future. I will meet you where you are, helping you see and embrace the inner strengths you already have so you can ground yourself and move forward confidently in your life.
Melissa Spevak
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, CYW, BA
Verified
Verified
As a
lesbian
and proud member of my
queer
community, I understand the value in being truly seen and celebrated for being you. I would love to support you on your path to wellness. Life can be a bit much sometimes. Growth and healing, and knowing where to start can be overwhelming. There are folx here on this Earth who will be honored to support your journey, I am (may be) one of them. You may need help slowing down, finding peace and joy, making room for more breath, and/or making sense of some of the patterns in your life that aren't working. You may need support to feel like a whole person, to see your own beauty and wisdom.
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Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Be You! Hello, I'm Phe (fee), a
Queer
, Chinese-Canadian Psychotherapist here to advocate alongside of you. You can count on me to provide a safe, accepting, and affirming space. Together, we can work on exploration and formation of: sexual identity, gender identity, ethnic/racial identity. I'm here to help when it comes to: LGBTQ2SA+ issues, questioning identity, minority stress, racial trauma, "coming out", confidence and self-esteem, trauma, shame and guilt, anxiety, depression, gender dysphoria, body dysmorphia, and pre/post transition support.
Waitlist for new clients
Julie Gosen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA, `RPQ
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Life is truly filled with so many layers (just like an onion!) which can make it hard to know where to start when it comes to counselling. Hi, I'm Julie (she/her) and I deeply believe in the beauty of connection. Currently, I'm completing my Master of Psychotherapy at Wilfrid Laurier University. My own journey with mental health and being neurodivergent has truly inspired my passion for this field. I work with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, chronic pain, ADHD/ASD, self-esteem, and couples counselling. I am also deeply passionate about working with 2slgbtqia+ individuals and the
queer
community.
Gavynn McKay
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a
queer
, transmasculine, autistic therapist with ADHD providing services to those in Saskatchewan and Ontario. As someone who has navigated the mental health system as a client, I understand the importance of finding a therapist who meets each of your unique needs. I work from a client-centred, anti-oppressive, and non-judgemental perspective. I utilize Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and more. Others often describe me as warm, kind, and empathetic when addressing the mental-health needs of others.
Office is near:
London, ON N6A & Online
Adrian Comeau
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As a
queer
, non-binary, neurodivergant social worker, I can appreciate how isolating things can feel at times and that lack of belonging is a system issue.
What do you think when you think of therapy? Are you looking for a therapist who is warm, open, and wants to support you exactly where you are at? When you think of connecting with a therapist, what are some of your hopes? My name is Adrian and I want to provide an open and collaborative space where we can connect about issues you are facing. Things such as grief, depression, anxiety, systemic oppression, not feeling accepted, transitions, and maybe an overall feeling that things are harder than they could be.
Centrepeace Counselling & Therapy Services
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
11 Endorsed
Verified
11 Endorsed
Hello! We are a group therapy practice taking on new clients. Our names are Pam, Brittany, Christine, Eileen, Liam and Karsyn. We offer affirming therapy to the 2S-
LGBTQIA
+ community & our allies. We see youth 10-25, adults, families & adult relationships. Most of us are part of the
queer
community, or are close to it in some way. We offer support for things like: strengthening relationships; setting boundaries; improving communication, coping skills & self-esteem; processing emotions & experiences; exploring one's strengths, skills, identity, gender & sexuality; navigating partnerships and non-monogamous relationships, and more.
Waitlist for new clients
Jared Dalton
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I am committed to providing
LGBTQ
+ and neurodiversity affirmative care.
Are you looking for a therapist who understands the unique challenges youth and young adults face and wont dismiss your concerns about the climate, social justice and your future? Do you sometimes feel immobilized by the gravity of it all? Are you looking for a safe and nonjudgemental space to explore your identity, your purpose and your path?
Mark Shelvock
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), CT, MACP, MA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I provide trauma and attachment informed care to young or middle-aged adults, in addition to
LGBTQ
+ affirmative therapy.
Self-transformation is my expertise and passion in life. I can help you discover a sense of resiliency, cope with change, and tend to unconscious life patterns that may be holding you back. I am a therapist who can help you find more fulfillment and purpose by helping you develop greater self-awareness, insight, courage, and vitality. Trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and/or unresolved issues from the past can fragment our inner psychological life. The goal is to help you become the most integrated, whole version of your unique self, leading to more connection, peace, and meaning in your life.
Kerry McCann
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Hi! I am an
LGBTQIA
+ affirming registered social worker and psychotherapist. I work with young adults of all genders to address anxiety, overwhelm, and stress in their personal and professional / academic lives. I also support individuals navigating polyamorous/ consensual non-monogamous relationships. I began working in human services over 15 years ago and continue to practice from a harm-reduction, intersectional feminist and anti-oppressive approach.
Trish Jacques-Laur
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I am committed to providing a safe and inclusive space for members of the
LGBTQ
+.
Let’s figure out what is holding you back and how to move forward in celebrating who you are. We all have parts of ourselves we wish were different, parts of ourselves we are ashamed of or perhaps sad or angry with. Sometimes we start to shape our understanding of ourselves through a narrative that is focused on these parts. My approach is one that uses curiosity to explore, understand and appreciate our unique story. Stories are ways in which we explain and understand our experiences. As your therapist, I will walk alongside you on your journey of exploring your story, rediscovering self and re-writing your story that you value.
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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.