LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Port Perry, ON
Services range from 6 week CBT programs to support anxiety, depression, self esteem or peer challenges, positive parenting, specialized care for the queer/ trans community, navigating life changes and more.
If you are looking for a welcoming, non judgmental, compassionate space to explore the challenges that you are looking for support with - you are in the right place. As a Certified Nurse Psychotherapist, I provide services that combine experiences and education, as a nurse for 18+ years, a passion (and Masters) in Social Justice & Human Rights as well as the tools and techniques to provide psychotherapy counselling services to support several mental health needs. Mental health is an integral part of health and wellness and I truly enjoy working beside my clients and families to support this aspect of holistic care.
Services range from 6 week CBT programs to support anxiety, depression, self esteem or peer challenges, positive parenting, specialized care for the queer/ trans community, navigating life changes and more.
If you are looking for a welcoming, non judgmental, compassionate space to explore the challenges that you are looking for support with - you are in the right place. As a Certified Nurse Psychotherapist, I provide services that combine experiences and education, as a nurse for 18+ years, a passion (and Masters) in Social Justice & Human Rights as well as the tools and techniques to provide psychotherapy counselling services to support several mental health needs. Mental health is an integral part of health and wellness and I truly enjoy working beside my clients and families to support this aspect of holistic care.
Are you struggling with feelings of disconnection, overwhelm, and self-judgement? Do you put yourself last, and struggle with burnout because of it? At Red Brick Wellness, we seek to support clients who are striving to become healthier, happier versions of themselves. Our team specializes in individuals and couples who have experienced trauma, first responder support, perinatal and parenting support, as well as anxiety, depression and building self esteem. At Red Brick Wellness, we believe that you can begin building a life founded in mental wellness today.
Are you struggling with feelings of disconnection, overwhelm, and self-judgement? Do you put yourself last, and struggle with burnout because of it? At Red Brick Wellness, we seek to support clients who are striving to become healthier, happier versions of themselves. Our team specializes in individuals and couples who have experienced trauma, first responder support, perinatal and parenting support, as well as anxiety, depression and building self esteem. At Red Brick Wellness, we believe that you can begin building a life founded in mental wellness today.
At North Durham Professional Counsellors, we provide psychological assessment and treatment services to adults, children and adolescents, couples and families in individual therapy, relationship therapy, and/or family therapy. We can help with a number of mental health issues such as depression and/or anxiety, life transitions such as separation divorce or loss/bereavement, and relationship issues. We also offer rehabilitation assessment and treatment for individuals who have been involved in a motor vehicle accident or have suffered a work-related injury in order to assist with coping more effectively with such traumatic events.
At North Durham Professional Counsellors, we provide psychological assessment and treatment services to adults, children and adolescents, couples and families in individual therapy, relationship therapy, and/or family therapy. We can help with a number of mental health issues such as depression and/or anxiety, life transitions such as separation divorce or loss/bereavement, and relationship issues. We also offer rehabilitation assessment and treatment for individuals who have been involved in a motor vehicle accident or have suffered a work-related injury in order to assist with coping more effectively with such traumatic events.
Welcoming New Clients- Feeling stuck in fear, is Fight Flight or Freeze consuming you. Overwhelmed by life challenges, toxic relationship, child, parenting, family conflict or financial issues or feeling dissatisfied with life. As a retired police officer I understand the what emergency responders live through. I am trauma-informed practice that supports awareness between the connection of mind and body. I emphasize the importance of emotions and how this understanding can give us the power to move forward. What ever the issue together we can find the tools that provide the best solution for you.
Welcoming New Clients- Feeling stuck in fear, is Fight Flight or Freeze consuming you. Overwhelmed by life challenges, toxic relationship, child, parenting, family conflict or financial issues or feeling dissatisfied with life. As a retired police officer I understand the what emergency responders live through. I am trauma-informed practice that supports awareness between the connection of mind and body. I emphasize the importance of emotions and how this understanding can give us the power to move forward. What ever the issue together we can find the tools that provide the best solution for you.
Welcoming New Clients - - It's common to feel anxious about your future, what could or "should" happen, with all those never-ending thoughts. Maybe you feel deep sadness, intense anger, you're grieving change, and/or thinking that life isn't quite working out the way you hoped. How about your relationship with yourself and others? Perhaps you're wondering if there's an opportunity to build more confidence and connection.
I provide an authentic, non-judgmental space to explore what's causing you stress. Together, we will work through your concerns and create practical solutions to enhance your life.
Welcoming New Clients - - It's common to feel anxious about your future, what could or "should" happen, with all those never-ending thoughts. Maybe you feel deep sadness, intense anger, you're grieving change, and/or thinking that life isn't quite working out the way you hoped. How about your relationship with yourself and others? Perhaps you're wondering if there's an opportunity to build more confidence and connection.
I provide an authentic, non-judgmental space to explore what's causing you stress. Together, we will work through your concerns and create practical solutions to enhance your life.
At some point in our lives we all struggle with something that feels super heavy and is weighing us down. Is there hurt, anger, grief, regret or relational discord that you haven’t yet made eye contact with or spoken aloud about? It’s my passion and privilege to help you find your way. You don’t need to do it alone. To explore or unpack life's pain and challenges is a courageous step that can lead to meaningful outcomes of growth, healing and a greater sense of wellness. Since each one of us is unique, I intentionally engage in a collaborative approach which respects your individual strengths, experiences and needs.
At some point in our lives we all struggle with something that feels super heavy and is weighing us down. Is there hurt, anger, grief, regret or relational discord that you haven’t yet made eye contact with or spoken aloud about? It’s my passion and privilege to help you find your way. You don’t need to do it alone. To explore or unpack life's pain and challenges is a courageous step that can lead to meaningful outcomes of growth, healing and a greater sense of wellness. Since each one of us is unique, I intentionally engage in a collaborative approach which respects your individual strengths, experiences and needs.
At New Beginnings, clients have the opportunity to explore their strengths and limitations in a safe, confidential, and accepting environment. We provide assessment, intervention, and treatment services to children, adolescents, and adults who exhibit symptoms of inattention, concentration difficulty, memory impairment, hyperactivity, poor academic performance, and learning disabilities. We offer group therapy programs for children diagnosed with Autism, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Anxiety. In addition, we offer therapy and assessments through WSIB.
At New Beginnings, clients have the opportunity to explore their strengths and limitations in a safe, confidential, and accepting environment. We provide assessment, intervention, and treatment services to children, adolescents, and adults who exhibit symptoms of inattention, concentration difficulty, memory impairment, hyperactivity, poor academic performance, and learning disabilities. We offer group therapy programs for children diagnosed with Autism, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Anxiety. In addition, we offer therapy and assessments through WSIB.
I am passionate about helping others to begin to find balance in their lives. I truly believe that reaching out for help takes a great deal of courage. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental and supportive virtual counselling environment where you can begin to explore the emotions, thoughts and behaviours that may be getting in the way of you living your best life. Whether it be mental health, trauma, substance use, impulsive behaviours, emotion dysregulation, grief/loss or relationship challenges, I will be there to work collaboratively with you to fulfill your personal therapy goals.
I am passionate about helping others to begin to find balance in their lives. I truly believe that reaching out for help takes a great deal of courage. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental and supportive virtual counselling environment where you can begin to explore the emotions, thoughts and behaviours that may be getting in the way of you living your best life. Whether it be mental health, trauma, substance use, impulsive behaviours, emotion dysregulation, grief/loss or relationship challenges, I will be there to work collaboratively with you to fulfill your personal therapy goals.
Accepting NEW Clients - Do you struggle with unwanted, intrusive thoughts about contamination, sexual themes, harm, or relationships? Do you engage in repetitive behaviours only for the anxiety to return? I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The remaining piece of my practice focuses on anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, phobias, panic disorder, and agoraphobia), trauma, substance use, and ADHD.
Accepting NEW Clients - Do you struggle with unwanted, intrusive thoughts about contamination, sexual themes, harm, or relationships? Do you engage in repetitive behaviours only for the anxiety to return? I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The remaining piece of my practice focuses on anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, phobias, panic disorder, and agoraphobia), trauma, substance use, and ADHD.
Hilaree Alliman
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting NEW Clients - is anxiety and stress holding you back from fully enjoying life? Whether it’s the overwhelming feeling of being paralyzed by certain problems or the subtle discomfort of emotions that are hard to define, navigating these feelings on your own can be confusing and frightening. I am deeply committed to supporting individuals and couples through life's challenges. Whether it’s managing anxiety, depression, OCD, parenting struggles, relationship issues, or navigating life transitions, I am here to help you regain clarity and move forward with confidence.
Accepting NEW Clients - is anxiety and stress holding you back from fully enjoying life? Whether it’s the overwhelming feeling of being paralyzed by certain problems or the subtle discomfort of emotions that are hard to define, navigating these feelings on your own can be confusing and frightening. I am deeply committed to supporting individuals and couples through life's challenges. Whether it’s managing anxiety, depression, OCD, parenting struggles, relationship issues, or navigating life transitions, I am here to help you regain clarity and move forward with confidence.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and I have completed my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University. I help individuals with addictions, stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, boundary setting, and people-pleasing. I pull aspects from various treatment approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, solution focused brief therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and harm reduction, to help meet you where you are in the therapy process.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and I have completed my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University. I help individuals with addictions, stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, boundary setting, and people-pleasing. I pull aspects from various treatment approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, solution focused brief therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and harm reduction, to help meet you where you are in the therapy process.
Meet Our LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Emily Helpard
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you want to reconnect with yourself on a deeper level?
If you are feeling overwhelmed by expectations, stuck in self-doubt, or moving through a season of loss, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, collaborative space for adults experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, and grief - a place where we can ease into a process of healing and growth. I believe humans need acceptance, understanding, and more capacity to be with all that life brings. Being human can be both hard and beautiful, you deserve a space where you feel heard, seen, and supported - maybe with a few laughs along the way when needed.
Do you want to reconnect with yourself on a deeper level?
If you are feeling overwhelmed by expectations, stuck in self-doubt, or moving through a season of loss, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, collaborative space for adults experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, and grief - a place where we can ease into a process of healing and growth. I believe humans need acceptance, understanding, and more capacity to be with all that life brings. Being human can be both hard and beautiful, you deserve a space where you feel heard, seen, and supported - maybe with a few laughs along the way when needed.
Mind Matters Psychotherapy & Creative Education
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We are a Team of Registered Psychotherapists who are dedicate to working with children, youth, families, and adults in unique ways which are tailored to the clients individual strengths and challenges. It is important for us to meet our clients where they are at, not where we might want them to be. This will allow for clients to be a dedicated participant in their journey to wellness. We create a safe space for clients to explore their challenges and work on personal goals. Our team works from a Client-Centered focus, allowing for clients to direct the therapy and contribute to the journey they are on.
We are a Team of Registered Psychotherapists who are dedicate to working with children, youth, families, and adults in unique ways which are tailored to the clients individual strengths and challenges. It is important for us to meet our clients where they are at, not where we might want them to be. This will allow for clients to be a dedicated participant in their journey to wellness. We create a safe space for clients to explore their challenges and work on personal goals. Our team works from a Client-Centered focus, allowing for clients to direct the therapy and contribute to the journey they are on.
Anxiety ADHD Trauma | Chloe Anderson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting NEW clients! Are your insecurities holding you back from living the life you want? Has your anxiety made you not even recognize yourself anymore? Or maybe your thoughts are constantly racing, and everything feels overwhelming. You’re not alone, and it doesn’t have to stay this way. I know how exhausting it can be to feel stuck in survival mode. Together, we can work on healing from the past, challenging those negative beliefs about yourself, and building the confidence to set healthy boundaries. Whether you’re seeking coping tools and strategies or to heal from past trauma, let’s work together to help you get "unstuck".
Accepting NEW clients! Are your insecurities holding you back from living the life you want? Has your anxiety made you not even recognize yourself anymore? Or maybe your thoughts are constantly racing, and everything feels overwhelming. You’re not alone, and it doesn’t have to stay this way. I know how exhausting it can be to feel stuck in survival mode. Together, we can work on healing from the past, challenging those negative beliefs about yourself, and building the confidence to set healthy boundaries. Whether you’re seeking coping tools and strategies or to heal from past trauma, let’s work together to help you get "unstuck".
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I’m a queer, trans-masculine immigrant with lived experience in navigating this regressive time in our collective history.
Supporting the 2SLGBTQ+ community and allies!
Do you need a safe, respectful & non-judgemental space to decompress about what is going on in the world and in your life? Reach out for compassionate, integrative & whole-person centred approach to therapy.
I’m a queer, trans-masculine immigrant with lived experience in navigating this regressive time in our collective history.
Supporting the 2SLGBTQ+ community and allies!
Do you need a safe, respectful & non-judgemental space to decompress about what is going on in the world and in your life? Reach out for compassionate, integrative & whole-person centred approach to therapy.
As a cis- gay-white-settler and a survivor of religious-based conversion therapy, I am aware of the intersecting realities of privilege and oppression.
Before pursuing psychotherapy and counselling, I spent 12 years working with children/youth in the foster care system. There I gained experience working with individuals with complex trauma, FASD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. My area’s of interest include religious trauma, navigating anxiety and depression, grief processing, identity formation, emotional regulation, and self-esteem.
As a cis- gay-white-settler and a survivor of religious-based conversion therapy, I am aware of the intersecting realities of privilege and oppression.
Before pursuing psychotherapy and counselling, I spent 12 years working with children/youth in the foster care system. There I gained experience working with individuals with complex trauma, FASD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. My area’s of interest include religious trauma, navigating anxiety and depression, grief processing, identity formation, emotional regulation, and self-esteem.
I specialize in working with adults who are navigating emotion regulation difficulties, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), anxiety, depression, and identity exploration, including LGBTQ+ and racial/cultural identity challenges.
Healing Emotions. Embracing Identity. Building a Life That Feels Like Yours.
I help adults struggling with emotion regulation difficulties, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), anxiety, depression, and identity exploration related to LGBTQ+ and racial/cultural experiences.
I specialize in working with adults who are navigating emotion regulation difficulties, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), anxiety, depression, and identity exploration, including LGBTQ+ and racial/cultural identity challenges.
Healing Emotions. Embracing Identity. Building a Life That Feels Like Yours.
I help adults struggling with emotion regulation difficulties, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), anxiety, depression, and identity exploration related to LGBTQ+ and racial/cultural experiences.
I have a long history working with 2SLGBTQ+ people (I am queer myself) and am committed to anti-oppressive and decolonised counselling.
What can you expect from me? Someone who is easy to open up to, compassionate, and non-judgmental. Time to talk about the things that are hardest to discuss and make important decisions. Someone with fifteen years of professional experience working anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as everything from shame and grief, anger and fear, to contentment and joy. Time to order your thoughts, take a breath, and find balance.
I have a long history working with 2SLGBTQ+ people (I am queer myself) and am committed to anti-oppressive and decolonised counselling.
What can you expect from me? Someone who is easy to open up to, compassionate, and non-judgmental. Time to talk about the things that are hardest to discuss and make important decisions. Someone with fifteen years of professional experience working anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as everything from shame and grief, anger and fear, to contentment and joy. Time to order your thoughts, take a breath, and find balance.
Brad Garrison
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in sex therapy, couples / marriage counselling, and work with LGBTQ+ and transgender communities and have experience offering service to diverse clients from marginalized, BIPOC, poly, and kink communities.
Sex and relationships are often at the core of our lives. The ways in which we connect with others - and with ourselves - can have significant impacts on our health and well-being. Communication barriers, sexual dysfunction, disconnection, infidelity, domestic abuse, trauma, and other kinds of psychosocial concerns are common challenges that lead people to seek therapy with me. Many of my clients are wanting to calm anxiety, develop coping skills, increase sexual satisfaction, reconnect with partners, or heal from trauma and abuse.
I specialize in sex therapy, couples / marriage counselling, and work with LGBTQ+ and transgender communities and have experience offering service to diverse clients from marginalized, BIPOC, poly, and kink communities.
Sex and relationships are often at the core of our lives. The ways in which we connect with others - and with ourselves - can have significant impacts on our health and well-being. Communication barriers, sexual dysfunction, disconnection, infidelity, domestic abuse, trauma, and other kinds of psychosocial concerns are common challenges that lead people to seek therapy with me. Many of my clients are wanting to calm anxiety, develop coping skills, increase sexual satisfaction, reconnect with partners, or heal from trauma and abuse.
Christy Leibowitz
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I affirm and support LGBTQ+, ADHD, and Autistic individuals.
Do you struggle with low self-esteem due to past relational hurt, life transitions (perinatal, moving, health diagnosis, job loss etc), or discrimination? These experiences can be so heavy and isolating. I hope to create a space where you feel unconditionally respected, truly seen and celebrated—a place where you can release some of the pressure that's been placed on you, process your past, leave behind messages and expectations that no longer serve you, and build a life that feels meaningful and authentic to you and your values.
I affirm and support LGBTQ+, ADHD, and Autistic individuals.
Do you struggle with low self-esteem due to past relational hurt, life transitions (perinatal, moving, health diagnosis, job loss etc), or discrimination? These experiences can be so heavy and isolating. I hope to create a space where you feel unconditionally respected, truly seen and celebrated—a place where you can release some of the pressure that's been placed on you, process your past, leave behind messages and expectations that no longer serve you, and build a life that feels meaningful and authentic to you and your values.
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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.