LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Southampton, ON
Are you searching for a brighter tomorrow but just feel stuck? Is toxicity in your life holding you back? With compassion and understanding, I’m here to support youth and adults navigate through confusion and chaos in themselves and their relationships. Together, we can transform trauma and pain into clarity, hope and healing. I strive to create a safe space where you feel seen, heard, and valued as we work to support stability, process pain, manage life transitions, overcome challenging stuck points and being your authentic self, ultimately building a healthier, deeper and more fulfilling connection with who you are meant to be.
Are you searching for a brighter tomorrow but just feel stuck? Is toxicity in your life holding you back? With compassion and understanding, I’m here to support youth and adults navigate through confusion and chaos in themselves and their relationships. Together, we can transform trauma and pain into clarity, hope and healing. I strive to create a safe space where you feel seen, heard, and valued as we work to support stability, process pain, manage life transitions, overcome challenging stuck points and being your authentic self, ultimately building a healthier, deeper and more fulfilling connection with who you are meant to be.
If you are here, then you or your loved one must be struggling, and I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to reach out. If you looking for more than traditional talk therapy, at Grey Bruce Art Therapy & Associates, we provide creative whole brain approaches to Psychotherapy in Owen Sound, Ontario. We offer both in person and virtual therapy for folks of all ages. Whether you are experiencing: stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, neurodiversity, ADHD, relationship problems, 2SLBGTQ+, or life transitions, our aim is to offer you a warm, relational, trauma-informed approach that keeps you at the center.
If you are here, then you or your loved one must be struggling, and I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to reach out. If you looking for more than traditional talk therapy, at Grey Bruce Art Therapy & Associates, we provide creative whole brain approaches to Psychotherapy in Owen Sound, Ontario. We offer both in person and virtual therapy for folks of all ages. Whether you are experiencing: stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, neurodiversity, ADHD, relationship problems, 2SLBGTQ+, or life transitions, our aim is to offer you a warm, relational, trauma-informed approach that keeps you at the center.
This is a welcoming space where you can talk about the personal challenges you are facing and receive professional support. Through a confidential listening process, I'll explore with you about how stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships are affecting your health and well-being. Perhaps you're in a time of transition, loss, self-realization, or you're adapting to change and wondering if therapy can help? I am here to support, guide, and help you receive insight. According to your needs I use techniques of Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, EMDR Therapy, DBT skills, Psychedelic Integration, as well as an IFS lens.
This is a welcoming space where you can talk about the personal challenges you are facing and receive professional support. Through a confidential listening process, I'll explore with you about how stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships are affecting your health and well-being. Perhaps you're in a time of transition, loss, self-realization, or you're adapting to change and wondering if therapy can help? I am here to support, guide, and help you receive insight. According to your needs I use techniques of Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, EMDR Therapy, DBT skills, Psychedelic Integration, as well as an IFS lens.
Counselling and Hypnosis. Telephone or online video call sessions. Individual and Groups. Quickly reduce anxiety, manage emotions, build joy, find peace. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Experiential therapy. Also offering therapy to therapists. Evenings and weekends only.
Counselling and Hypnosis. Telephone or online video call sessions. Individual and Groups. Quickly reduce anxiety, manage emotions, build joy, find peace. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Experiential therapy. Also offering therapy to therapists. Evenings and weekends only.
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Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you have unprocessed trauma that is affecting your ability to live authentically? Do you feel uncomfortable in your own skin? Exploring your identity can be a painful process when you aren’t supported by your family and friends. This can be worse when something about your identity doesn’t fit with expectations. You’re filled with sadness and self-hatred and having to pretend causes you so much anxiety. You want to live authentically but you’re not sure how to navigate that process.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you have unprocessed trauma that is affecting your ability to live authentically? Do you feel uncomfortable in your own skin? Exploring your identity can be a painful process when you aren’t supported by your family and friends. This can be worse when something about your identity doesn’t fit with expectations. You’re filled with sadness and self-hatred and having to pretend causes you so much anxiety. You want to live authentically but you’re not sure how to navigate that process.
You might feel like life’s gotten tangled - relationships that don’t make sense anymore, anxiety that won’t quit, or stress that’s left you spinning your wheels and blowing steam. Maybe you’re dealing with the weight of past trauma, stuck in patterns that leave you questioning everything, or struggling to make sense of a big change. Whatever it is, you’re here because you want something to shift, you want to reach out and grab your problems like the world's worst Etch A Sketch and give them a good shake, hoping to clear the slate and start fresh. I get it - and you don’t have to face it alone.
You might feel like life’s gotten tangled - relationships that don’t make sense anymore, anxiety that won’t quit, or stress that’s left you spinning your wheels and blowing steam. Maybe you’re dealing with the weight of past trauma, stuck in patterns that leave you questioning everything, or struggling to make sense of a big change. Whatever it is, you’re here because you want something to shift, you want to reach out and grab your problems like the world's worst Etch A Sketch and give them a good shake, hoping to clear the slate and start fresh. I get it - and you don’t have to face it alone.
As a queer, neuro-divergent woman, I believe in the value of shared humanity, inclusivity, empathy, and empowerment in the therapy space.
My approach is relational, trauma- and attachment-informed, and client-centred. I am someone with lived experiences of chronic illness, mental health, support-seeking, and engaging in continued growth and healing. I therefore bring a deep compassion & understanding to the therapy process, accompanied by a thoughtful curiosity about your unique experiences.
As a queer, neuro-divergent woman, I believe in the value of shared humanity, inclusivity, empathy, and empowerment in the therapy space.
My approach is relational, trauma- and attachment-informed, and client-centred. I am someone with lived experiences of chronic illness, mental health, support-seeking, and engaging in continued growth and healing. I therefore bring a deep compassion & understanding to the therapy process, accompanied by a thoughtful curiosity about your unique experiences.
If you are dealing with the fallout of having been betrayed or violated by an important person or institution in your life, therapy can help you make sense of it all and begin healing. Relationships and life experiences like this can leave you feeling overwhelmed and questioning everything you thought you knew about yourself and the world. You might even wonder if anything can really help. I support people who are working through anxiety, burnout, grief, trauma, dissociation, the shock and betrayal of emotional abuse, sexual abuse, coercive control, narcissistic abuse, religious abuse, interpersonal violence, and more.
If you are dealing with the fallout of having been betrayed or violated by an important person or institution in your life, therapy can help you make sense of it all and begin healing. Relationships and life experiences like this can leave you feeling overwhelmed and questioning everything you thought you knew about yourself and the world. You might even wonder if anything can really help. I support people who are working through anxiety, burnout, grief, trauma, dissociation, the shock and betrayal of emotional abuse, sexual abuse, coercive control, narcissistic abuse, religious abuse, interpersonal violence, and more.
Jennifer Brunner - Trauma Therapist/EMDR
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, TITC-TC, BA, BSW
2 Endorsed
Hanover, ON N4N
Welcome to the world of therapy! There are so many therapists to choose from, so this can be pretty overwhelming. If you are wanting relief from anxiety, trauma symptoms, OCD, burnout, or patterns that keep resurfacing no matter how hard you try to shift them, reach out for a consult and we can have a chat about what you're looking for. I am an EMDR therapist that resolves root causes (these go deeper than just talking!). Wanting to use CBT/DBT or other methods? I can help with that too. I can offer you many options for a non biased, non-judgemental place to work through things that you likely have been carrying for a long time.
Welcome to the world of therapy! There are so many therapists to choose from, so this can be pretty overwhelming. If you are wanting relief from anxiety, trauma symptoms, OCD, burnout, or patterns that keep resurfacing no matter how hard you try to shift them, reach out for a consult and we can have a chat about what you're looking for. I am an EMDR therapist that resolves root causes (these go deeper than just talking!). Wanting to use CBT/DBT or other methods? I can help with that too. I can offer you many options for a non biased, non-judgemental place to work through things that you likely have been carrying for a long time.
Hello, I’m currently extending my maternity leave and will share an update when I plan to return to practice. During this time, I remain committed to my growth as a practitioner by continuing my education and learning within community, with a focus on maternal health. While my life has shifted, my intention to support others remains steady. I’m here to help guide you toward clarity and self-understanding, to honour your emotions, nurture self-compassion, and explore your unique perspective within a safe and respectful space. You steer the ship; I’m here to support you with tools and encouragement to empower your journey.
Hello, I’m currently extending my maternity leave and will share an update when I plan to return to practice. During this time, I remain committed to my growth as a practitioner by continuing my education and learning within community, with a focus on maternal health. While my life has shifted, my intention to support others remains steady. I’m here to help guide you toward clarity and self-understanding, to honour your emotions, nurture self-compassion, and explore your unique perspective within a safe and respectful space. You steer the ship; I’m here to support you with tools and encouragement to empower your journey.
Willow Grove Counselling Centre For Transformation
Registered Social Worker, BA Hons, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Paisley, ON N0G
People come to therapy for a variety of reasons. For some, therapy provides tools to navigate concerns like trauma, depression, or anxiety while for others it offers a forum in which to explore and strengthen interpersonal relationships. You don’t need to be in a debilitating crisis to get support. Whatever your reason for reaching out you are deserving of support and we look forward to meeting you to discuss your unique needs.
People come to therapy for a variety of reasons. For some, therapy provides tools to navigate concerns like trauma, depression, or anxiety while for others it offers a forum in which to explore and strengthen interpersonal relationships. You don’t need to be in a debilitating crisis to get support. Whatever your reason for reaching out you are deserving of support and we look forward to meeting you to discuss your unique needs.
Anxiety, Depression and Trauma Therapist: You’ve experienced distressing event(s) that have impacted your ability to move forward. You fluctuate between feelings of worry, sadness and hopelessness. At night you have difficulty sleeping and throughout the day you experience constant reminders of the event. You feel the world is unsafe so you avoid certain situations, places and people and you have a hard time trusting others. You want nothing more than to be able to feel calm and experience happiness again. If you’re ready to break the cycle and build confidence in yourself, you’ve landed on the right profile.
Anxiety, Depression and Trauma Therapist: You’ve experienced distressing event(s) that have impacted your ability to move forward. You fluctuate between feelings of worry, sadness and hopelessness. At night you have difficulty sleeping and throughout the day you experience constant reminders of the event. You feel the world is unsafe so you avoid certain situations, places and people and you have a hard time trusting others. You want nothing more than to be able to feel calm and experience happiness again. If you’re ready to break the cycle and build confidence in yourself, you’ve landed on the right profile.
Emily is a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist specializing in pregnancy, labour, birth, and postpartum concerns. She is especially equipped to help clients who have experienced infertility, pregnancy/infant loss, traumatic birth, stillbirth, depression/anxiety in pregnancy or in the postpartum. She has over 13 years in the healthcare system. Emily has worked in the ER, rural outpost, and all over Canada. She has also worked as a midwife in Ontario for 5 years.
Emily is a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist specializing in pregnancy, labour, birth, and postpartum concerns. She is especially equipped to help clients who have experienced infertility, pregnancy/infant loss, traumatic birth, stillbirth, depression/anxiety in pregnancy or in the postpartum. She has over 13 years in the healthcare system. Emily has worked in the ER, rural outpost, and all over Canada. She has also worked as a midwife in Ontario for 5 years.
Clarity (We support healing across the
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, CPT, MSW, RCT
3 Endorsed
Hanover, ON N4N
CLARITY is a heart-led therapy collective rooted in creativity, connection, and nervous system science. We support healing across the lifespan—from sensory storms in childhood to existential rumbles in later life. Whether you're a teen sorting through identity, a parent learning to co-regulate, a couple ready to reconnect, or an elder reflecting on life’s big questions—we hold space for it all, with warmth and deep respect. We blend talk, play, art, and sound-based therapies like SSP to help you return to yourself. Therapy doesn’t have to be cold or clinical—it can be deep and meaningful, human, brave, and full of heart.
CLARITY is a heart-led therapy collective rooted in creativity, connection, and nervous system science. We support healing across the lifespan—from sensory storms in childhood to existential rumbles in later life. Whether you're a teen sorting through identity, a parent learning to co-regulate, a couple ready to reconnect, or an elder reflecting on life’s big questions—we hold space for it all, with warmth and deep respect. We blend talk, play, art, and sound-based therapies like SSP to help you return to yourself. Therapy doesn’t have to be cold or clinical—it can be deep and meaningful, human, brave, and full of heart.
Faye Moreau - Trauma, Mood Disorders, Addiction
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA Hons, MACP
1 Endorsed
Meaford, ON N4L
Some days feel like you're drowning in emotions you can’t explain - anger that comes out of nowhere, shame that lingers long after the moment has passed, or fear that keeps you stuck in the same painful cycles. Maybe you’ve used substances to numb the pain or quiet your thoughts, only to find yourself feeling worse. Maybe you’re someone who holds it together all day but unravels at night. You want to feel in control, but instead, you’re caught in loops of self-blame, emotional shutdowns, or impulsive decisions. Maybe your relationships are suffering; you're either pushing people away or clinging to the hope they'll stay.
Some days feel like you're drowning in emotions you can’t explain - anger that comes out of nowhere, shame that lingers long after the moment has passed, or fear that keeps you stuck in the same painful cycles. Maybe you’ve used substances to numb the pain or quiet your thoughts, only to find yourself feeling worse. Maybe you’re someone who holds it together all day but unravels at night. You want to feel in control, but instead, you’re caught in loops of self-blame, emotional shutdowns, or impulsive decisions. Maybe your relationships are suffering; you're either pushing people away or clinging to the hope they'll stay.
Do you have thoughts like ‘My child’s behavior is out of control!’, ‘I love them so much, but I feel like I’m at the end of my rope’, or ‘Why won’t my child just listen, they’re embarrassing me!’. Maybe you find yourself losing your temper and getting angry at your child more often. This might make you feel ashamed, and you may begin blaming yourself and feeling judged by teachers, family members, other parents, your partner(s). You feel confused and like you have tried everything from books to webinars, to doctors and other types of therapy but nothing seems to have helped.
Do you have thoughts like ‘My child’s behavior is out of control!’, ‘I love them so much, but I feel like I’m at the end of my rope’, or ‘Why won’t my child just listen, they’re embarrassing me!’. Maybe you find yourself losing your temper and getting angry at your child more often. This might make you feel ashamed, and you may begin blaming yourself and feeling judged by teachers, family members, other parents, your partner(s). You feel confused and like you have tried everything from books to webinars, to doctors and other types of therapy but nothing seems to have helped.
Welcome! My name is Rosalynn, but please feel free to call me Ros! I am a candidate for a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) working under the supervision of a clinical psychologist. I work with children, adolescents, emerging adults, and families using trauma-informed, culturally competent, and collaborative practices. I endeavour to create a safe and welcoming therapeutic environment that is inclusive to all participants. I provide individual counselling sessions for children and teens and dyadic or whole family sessions.
Welcome! My name is Rosalynn, but please feel free to call me Ros! I am a candidate for a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) working under the supervision of a clinical psychologist. I work with children, adolescents, emerging adults, and families using trauma-informed, culturally competent, and collaborative practices. I endeavour to create a safe and welcoming therapeutic environment that is inclusive to all participants. I provide individual counselling sessions for children and teens and dyadic or whole family sessions.
As a relational therapist, my practice is centred on creating a warm, nurturing space where it is safe to be vulnerable, express your truth, and show up as you are. I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples gain a deeper, more compassionate understanding of the self-protective patterns, behaviours, or beliefs behind familiar (often painful) stuck points. By honouring the complexity of your lived experience we will work with what is showing up currently while tending to core experiences held in the mind-body; creating spaciousness and courage to gain new insight, process old wounds, and make meaningful steps forward.
As a relational therapist, my practice is centred on creating a warm, nurturing space where it is safe to be vulnerable, express your truth, and show up as you are. I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples gain a deeper, more compassionate understanding of the self-protective patterns, behaviours, or beliefs behind familiar (often painful) stuck points. By honouring the complexity of your lived experience we will work with what is showing up currently while tending to core experiences held in the mind-body; creating spaciousness and courage to gain new insight, process old wounds, and make meaningful steps forward.
My approach is trauma-informed, anti-racist, queer-affirming, sex positive, and strengths-based.
Hi, I’m Shannon. I’m glad you’re here.
Maybe you’re looking for a place to process trauma, or find stability as you navigate change. Perhaps you feel that something isn't quite right and that life can be more beautiful and vibrant. Whatever the case may be, it is my pleasure to offer you support as you move through this time in your life.
I use a client-centred, trauma-informed approach to create a safe, warm, and compassionate space for you to identify, unpack and explore different aspects of yourself; these may include past challenges, current thought patterns and difficult emotions.
My approach is trauma-informed, anti-racist, queer-affirming, sex positive, and strengths-based.
Hi, I’m Shannon. I’m glad you’re here.
Maybe you’re looking for a place to process trauma, or find stability as you navigate change. Perhaps you feel that something isn't quite right and that life can be more beautiful and vibrant. Whatever the case may be, it is my pleasure to offer you support as you move through this time in your life.
I use a client-centred, trauma-informed approach to create a safe, warm, and compassionate space for you to identify, unpack and explore different aspects of yourself; these may include past challenges, current thought patterns and difficult emotions.
Are you feeling troubled or anxious? Are you grieving? Are you experiencing conflict in your relationships with your partner, family, co-workers or friends? Are you feeling sad, stuck, discouraged or overwhelmed? Are you struggling with addictions? If any of these concerns resonate with you and you would like compassionate, empathetic and nonjudgmental support to help you grow, heal and become your authentic self, I would like to help. I have successful experience with teens, adults and older adults across a wide diversity of gender and racial identities.
Are you feeling troubled or anxious? Are you grieving? Are you experiencing conflict in your relationships with your partner, family, co-workers or friends? Are you feeling sad, stuck, discouraged or overwhelmed? Are you struggling with addictions? If any of these concerns resonate with you and you would like compassionate, empathetic and nonjudgmental support to help you grow, heal and become your authentic self, I would like to help. I have successful experience with teens, adults and older adults across a wide diversity of gender and racial identities.
Nearby LGBTQ+ Counsellors Searches for Southampton
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- Collingwood
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- Meaford
- Owen Sound
- Port Elgin
- The Blue Mountains
- Thornbury
- Walkerton
- Wiarton
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.