LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Kirkland, QC
I am the co-founder of the West Island Therapy and Wellness Centre. I have been working with children, teens, and their families for the past 25 years. I provide therapy and conduct assessments (psychological, psychoeducational, autism, developmental, etc). My particular area of interest is assessing and working with children and adults with learning disabilities, attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder, anxiety/depression, as well as behavioural and social problems. I earned a doctorate degree in Psychology from the Université du Québec à Montréal. I am a member in good standing with the Ordre des Psychologues du Quebec.
I am the co-founder of the West Island Therapy and Wellness Centre. I have been working with children, teens, and their families for the past 25 years. I provide therapy and conduct assessments (psychological, psychoeducational, autism, developmental, etc). My particular area of interest is assessing and working with children and adults with learning disabilities, attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder, anxiety/depression, as well as behavioural and social problems. I earned a doctorate degree in Psychology from the Université du Québec à Montréal. I am a member in good standing with the Ordre des Psychologues du Quebec.
Lisa is a psychotherapist and the co-director of the West Island Therapy and Wellness Centre, a private Canadian clinic promoting mental health and wellness. For over two decades, Lisa has been supporting people to deepen and strengthen their ability to transform their lives. She offers in-office and virtual online sessions to anyone who wants to connect more deeply to their inner voice, wants to be more purposeful, and cultivate a peaceful and enriched sense of self.
Lisa is a psychotherapist and the co-director of the West Island Therapy and Wellness Centre, a private Canadian clinic promoting mental health and wellness. For over two decades, Lisa has been supporting people to deepen and strengthen their ability to transform their lives. She offers in-office and virtual online sessions to anyone who wants to connect more deeply to their inner voice, wants to be more purposeful, and cultivate a peaceful and enriched sense of self.
I guide my clients toward an understanding and acceptance of (being with) their emotional experience so that they feel complete, free and more connected to others. Engaging in therapy with me involves lots of warmth and empathy, which allows my clients to freely express and understand their experience. I act as a mirror to help clients feel seen and to call out unhelpful behaviours. Present ways of relating become easier when we heal emotional wounds. I use empirically supported treatments that treat difficult emotions such as sadness, anger, and fear (Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy).
I guide my clients toward an understanding and acceptance of (being with) their emotional experience so that they feel complete, free and more connected to others. Engaging in therapy with me involves lots of warmth and empathy, which allows my clients to freely express and understand their experience. I act as a mirror to help clients feel seen and to call out unhelpful behaviours. Present ways of relating become easier when we heal emotional wounds. I use empirically supported treatments that treat difficult emotions such as sadness, anger, and fear (Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy).
As a licensed psychotherapist, I work with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, overwhelming emotions, as well as those facing difficulties in their relationships and adjustments to challenging life transitions.
As a licensed psychotherapist, I work with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, overwhelming emotions, as well as those facing difficulties in their relationships and adjustments to challenging life transitions.
I use an anti-oppressive lens and work with clients of all identities, with particular focus on Autism, ADHD, disability and chronic illness, as well as trans identity & gender variance.
I have a comfortable, down-to-earth style, empowering you in-session and in your everyday life. I'm non-judgmental, direct, and honest with you to help you better understand the issues you're facing, what you want to change, and how to get there. I’ll help you make changes that are in line with your values, in a way that's achievable and accessible for you. My style is to dive deep, tackling both personal and structural issues, and then develop concrete strategies with you to turn those insights into action that will improve your life long-term.
I use an anti-oppressive lens and work with clients of all identities, with particular focus on Autism, ADHD, disability and chronic illness, as well as trans identity & gender variance.
I have a comfortable, down-to-earth style, empowering you in-session and in your everyday life. I'm non-judgmental, direct, and honest with you to help you better understand the issues you're facing, what you want to change, and how to get there. I’ll help you make changes that are in line with your values, in a way that's achievable and accessible for you. My style is to dive deep, tackling both personal and structural issues, and then develop concrete strategies with you to turn those insights into action that will improve your life long-term.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
I have worked in the therapeutic field for upward of 15 years. I offer (licensed) psychotherapy to adults and adolescents. My practice is based on acceptance and kindness. I hold a strong belief that there is no room for judgment. I will work with you to create a therapeutic journey that feeds your personal curiosity, builds upon the strengths you already have and teaches you new techniques for coping with stress and sadness. You will learn to identify your goals, what frustrations you face, what changes you wish to make and how to implement those changes in a safe and honest environment.
I have worked in the therapeutic field for upward of 15 years. I offer (licensed) psychotherapy to adults and adolescents. My practice is based on acceptance and kindness. I hold a strong belief that there is no room for judgment. I will work with you to create a therapeutic journey that feeds your personal curiosity, builds upon the strengths you already have and teaches you new techniques for coping with stress and sadness. You will learn to identify your goals, what frustrations you face, what changes you wish to make and how to implement those changes in a safe and honest environment.
Do you feel challenged by depression or anxiety and seeking solutions? As a specialist, I can help you understand your conscious and unconscious patterns that might cause you to feel stuck. My professional focus includes gaining insight into interpersonal relationships, identity, and fertility issues. I have aided individuals, couples, and families in overcoming a variety of obstacles, such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma-induced crises.
Do you feel challenged by depression or anxiety and seeking solutions? As a specialist, I can help you understand your conscious and unconscious patterns that might cause you to feel stuck. My professional focus includes gaining insight into interpersonal relationships, identity, and fertility issues. I have aided individuals, couples, and families in overcoming a variety of obstacles, such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma-induced crises.
When people feel overwhelmed by the pressures of life, they can feel stuck— unable to move forward. They are often so sad and anxious that they no longer enjoy the things they once did. I help people facing major life transitions clarify their issues, make important decisions and make the changes that are needed for them to get "unstuck" and live happier lives. I help people understand themselves better and make the changes they need to feel better. If you are dealing with difficult feelings, conflictual relationships, career indecision or questioning your sexuality or gender identity, I can help.
When people feel overwhelmed by the pressures of life, they can feel stuck— unable to move forward. They are often so sad and anxious that they no longer enjoy the things they once did. I help people facing major life transitions clarify their issues, make important decisions and make the changes that are needed for them to get "unstuck" and live happier lives. I help people understand themselves better and make the changes they need to feel better. If you are dealing with difficult feelings, conflictual relationships, career indecision or questioning your sexuality or gender identity, I can help.
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My practice is also geared toward members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Welcome. Imagine blending mixed therapeutic modalities with the creativity of Drama Therapy – a unique and powerful approach that sparks personal growth and transformation. As your therapist, I guide you (or you and your partner) beyond traditional talk therapy, helping you unlock your creative potential to break free from old patterns and discover new ways of communicating. With compassionate, gentle support, we’ll explore and rehearse new responses to life’s challenges, creating a safe, healing space for self-expression and fresh solutions
My practice is also geared toward members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Welcome. Imagine blending mixed therapeutic modalities with the creativity of Drama Therapy – a unique and powerful approach that sparks personal growth and transformation. As your therapist, I guide you (or you and your partner) beyond traditional talk therapy, helping you unlock your creative potential to break free from old patterns and discover new ways of communicating. With compassionate, gentle support, we’ll explore and rehearse new responses to life’s challenges, creating a safe, healing space for self-expression and fresh solutions
-Neurodivergence (autisme, TDAH)
-Trauma complexe, trauma d'enfance, d'attachment, & médical
-Maladies & douleurs chroniques, handicapes
-Identité comme personnes queer, trans & non-binaires
-Difficultés dans les relations de couple ou l'intimité
-Éco-anxiété, activisme & advocacy
-Neurodivergence (especially Autism, ADHD)
-Complex trauma, childhood, attachment & medical trauma
-Chronic illness, pain & disability
-Identity as queer, trans & non-binary folks
-Relationship & intimacy challenges
-Eco-anxiety, activism & advocacy
My practice is guided by anti-oppressive, feminist, and decolonial frameworks, and I approach each person with curiosity and value your expertise in your lived experiences./
Ma pratique est guidée par des perspectives anti-oppressives, féministes et décoloniales. Je rencontre chaque personne avec curiosité et je valorise votre expertise basée sur votre vécu.
-Neurodivergence (autisme, TDAH)
-Trauma complexe, trauma d'enfance, d'attachment, & médical
-Maladies & douleurs chroniques, handicapes
-Identité comme personnes queer, trans & non-binaires
-Difficultés dans les relations de couple ou l'intimité
-Éco-anxiété, activisme & advocacy
-Neurodivergence (especially Autism, ADHD)
-Complex trauma, childhood, attachment & medical trauma
-Chronic illness, pain & disability
-Identity as queer, trans & non-binary folks
-Relationship & intimacy challenges
-Eco-anxiety, activism & advocacy
My practice is guided by anti-oppressive, feminist, and decolonial frameworks, and I approach each person with curiosity and value your expertise in your lived experiences./
Ma pratique est guidée par des perspectives anti-oppressives, féministes et décoloniales. Je rencontre chaque personne avec curiosité et je valorise votre expertise basée sur votre vécu.
I am a queer and trans social worker offering individual counselling, as well as counselling for couples, friends, chosen family, and polycules.
I draw from body-oriented, trauma-focused, attachment theory, polyvagal theory, and emotion-focused approaches. I primarily work with people navigating complex and developmental trauma as well as relational challenges. I am deeply committed to non-carceral, community-centered approaches to care.
I am a queer and trans social worker offering individual counselling, as well as counselling for couples, friends, chosen family, and polycules.
I draw from body-oriented, trauma-focused, attachment theory, polyvagal theory, and emotion-focused approaches. I primarily work with people navigating complex and developmental trauma as well as relational challenges. I am deeply committed to non-carceral, community-centered approaches to care.
Are you a gay man who is overwhelmed by the intensity of your feelings?
To start, we’ll create a customized plan for your counselling. Often, I’ll first teach you some skills for understanding and managing your emotions so that you feel more in control and grounded early on. We’ll also explore your history so that we can do more advanced therapeutic work that focuses on addressing your unique challenges and achieving your goals.
Are you a gay man who is overwhelmed by the intensity of your feelings?
To start, we’ll create a customized plan for your counselling. Often, I’ll first teach you some skills for understanding and managing your emotions so that you feel more in control and grounded early on. We’ll also explore your history so that we can do more advanced therapeutic work that focuses on addressing your unique challenges and achieving your goals.
I do have space for couples or families
Please note: I only accept clients who are disabled/chronically ill and queer/ trans.
I work with a healing justice and trauma informed approach. I acknowledge how various oppressions and identities intersect and can affect our wellbeing. I see my role as a counselor as an ally in supporting you in your own work. I am here to witness your growth, to help you notice your own behaviors and patterns and to hold space for you to feel and process.
I do have space for couples or families
Please note: I only accept clients who are disabled/chronically ill and queer/ trans.
I work with a healing justice and trauma informed approach. I acknowledge how various oppressions and identities intersect and can affect our wellbeing. I see my role as a counselor as an ally in supporting you in your own work. I am here to witness your growth, to help you notice your own behaviors and patterns and to hold space for you to feel and process.
I believe that each us carries inherent goodness inside of us, and sometimes we can become stuck. As a therapist, I see my role as creating a space where you can feel supported to explore the parts of you that are hurting and also to nurture your own inner compassion and wisdom. Working from a non-pathologizing approach, I believe that all behaviour meets a need. The work of therapy is to develop a deeper understanding of what purpose protective mechanisms like addiction, anxiety, and self-harm have played in your life, and what you need to feel supported to grow and change.
I believe that each us carries inherent goodness inside of us, and sometimes we can become stuck. As a therapist, I see my role as creating a space where you can feel supported to explore the parts of you that are hurting and also to nurture your own inner compassion and wisdom. Working from a non-pathologizing approach, I believe that all behaviour meets a need. The work of therapy is to develop a deeper understanding of what purpose protective mechanisms like addiction, anxiety, and self-harm have played in your life, and what you need to feel supported to grow and change.
My name is Noor (she/they) & I identify as a South Asian, non-binary, queer & ADHDer therapist.
My approach is relational, collaborative, client-centered, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and 2SLGBTQ+ & neurodivergent-affirming. Within our work together, we will explore your internal and external world through a lens of curiosity and compassion.
My name is Noor (she/they) & I identify as a South Asian, non-binary, queer & ADHDer therapist.
My approach is relational, collaborative, client-centered, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and 2SLGBTQ+ & neurodivergent-affirming. Within our work together, we will explore your internal and external world through a lens of curiosity and compassion.
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about where to go next in your life. You’ve been navigating challenges with relationships, emotional well-being, or self-confidence. Or maybe you want to improve your self-awareness and better understand the patterns that influence your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. You may be facing life transitions, seeking deeper connections, or simply looking for greater clarity and direction. Ultimately, you want to feel understood, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and balance.
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about where to go next in your life. You’ve been navigating challenges with relationships, emotional well-being, or self-confidence. Or maybe you want to improve your self-awareness and better understand the patterns that influence your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. You may be facing life transitions, seeking deeper connections, or simply looking for greater clarity and direction. Ultimately, you want to feel understood, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and balance.
I have experience working with queer and trans folks, individuals living with HIV/AIDS, substance users, those experiencing grief or feeling lost and people having trouble regulating mood, behaviour, and anxiety.
No theatrical experience is necessary to benefit from drama therapy. I use techniques and activities to help clients externalize their problems creatively using props, storytelling, drawing, collage, metaphor, role-play, and improvisation. The amount of verbal exchange varies depending on the needs, wants and comfort levels of the client.
I have experience working with queer and trans folks, individuals living with HIV/AIDS, substance users, those experiencing grief or feeling lost and people having trouble regulating mood, behaviour, and anxiety.
No theatrical experience is necessary to benefit from drama therapy. I use techniques and activities to help clients externalize their problems creatively using props, storytelling, drawing, collage, metaphor, role-play, and improvisation. The amount of verbal exchange varies depending on the needs, wants and comfort levels of the client.
I’m a non-binary trans masc queer, white, polyam registered social worker and somatic trauma therapist.
Together, we will create a secure and empathetic relationship that centres safety and agency, and we may draw from somatic embodiment practices, emotional regulation strategies, internal family systems, EMDR, or expressive arts therapies. My practice is anti-racist, decolonizing, and committed to the work of collective liberation.
I’m a non-binary trans masc queer, white, polyam registered social worker and somatic trauma therapist.
Together, we will create a secure and empathetic relationship that centres safety and agency, and we may draw from somatic embodiment practices, emotional regulation strategies, internal family systems, EMDR, or expressive arts therapies. My practice is anti-racist, decolonizing, and committed to the work of collective liberation.
My practice is LGBTQ+ friendly, kink-informed, well versed in ethical non monogamy and non-traditional family configurations.
My three specialization are couples, individuals and families. I work to improve attachment and communication. We tackle those scripted cycles that can feel “stuck in a rut”. I use techniques and activities to deepen understanding and build intimacy. I work with a myriad of issues including trauma, addiction and burnout to name a few. I offer ways to help strengthen parenting skills in order to support children (Please note: I do not work alone with children). I work with adolescents with a focus on respect and strengthening skills for individuation. I hold a deep belief in supporting folks in finding resilience.
My practice is LGBTQ+ friendly, kink-informed, well versed in ethical non monogamy and non-traditional family configurations.
My three specialization are couples, individuals and families. I work to improve attachment and communication. We tackle those scripted cycles that can feel “stuck in a rut”. I use techniques and activities to deepen understanding and build intimacy. I work with a myriad of issues including trauma, addiction and burnout to name a few. I offer ways to help strengthen parenting skills in order to support children (Please note: I do not work alone with children). I work with adolescents with a focus on respect and strengthening skills for individuation. I hold a deep belief in supporting folks in finding resilience.
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Nearby LGBTQ+ Counsellors Searches for Kirkland
- Beaconsfield
- Côte Saint-Luc
- Dollard-des-Ormeaux
- Dorval
- Hampstead
- Lasalle
- Laval
- Montréal-Ouest
- Outremont
- Pointe-Claire
- Saint-Laurent
- Vaudreuil-Dorion
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.