LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Outremont, QC
I approach our work with the belief that seeking support requires courage. I offer a trusting, judgement-free and compassionate environment where you can feel heard, open yourself up to change and growth, and begin to move forward. My practice is rooted in the integration of established theoretical models; I view the process of therapy as a collaborative conversation where you can feel safe and supported as we develop an understanding of your unique challenges and lay the foundation for change. I am licensed in Quebec, Ontario and New York.
I approach our work with the belief that seeking support requires courage. I offer a trusting, judgement-free and compassionate environment where you can feel heard, open yourself up to change and growth, and begin to move forward. My practice is rooted in the integration of established theoretical models; I view the process of therapy as a collaborative conversation where you can feel safe and supported as we develop an understanding of your unique challenges and lay the foundation for change. I am licensed in Quebec, Ontario and New York.
Katherine Milette - Psychologia Clinic
Psychologist, MA, PhD
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Over the years, I have helped clients with issues of self-esteem, identity, anxiety/depression, emotional self-regulation, trauma, and illness. I also received specialized training in sex and couple therapy over the span of multiple years. I therefore have extensive training in issues related to sexual desire/arousal, sexual pain, premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction. I am also specialized in couple issues, including communication, emotional and sexual intimacy, commitment (e.g. divorce, infidelity, negotiating open relationship), and navigating major life transitions (e.g. childbirth, illness, changes in employment).
Over the years, I have helped clients with issues of self-esteem, identity, anxiety/depression, emotional self-regulation, trauma, and illness. I also received specialized training in sex and couple therapy over the span of multiple years. I therefore have extensive training in issues related to sexual desire/arousal, sexual pain, premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction. I am also specialized in couple issues, including communication, emotional and sexual intimacy, commitment (e.g. divorce, infidelity, negotiating open relationship), and navigating major life transitions (e.g. childbirth, illness, changes in employment).
Reaching out for help can be hard. It is understandable to want support when dealing with difficult experiences. Deepening our understanding of ourselves and what we have been through can help identify inner wounds and create opportunities for healing, growth and connection with self and others.
Reaching out for help can be hard. It is understandable to want support when dealing with difficult experiences. Deepening our understanding of ourselves and what we have been through can help identify inner wounds and create opportunities for healing, growth and connection with self and others.
I think it's safe to say that we are all living through a moment of profound uncertainty, with heightened feelings of anxiety, depression and isolation. My hope is that, together, we can help you reclaim a sense of connection with yourself and your community, reconnect with experiences of joy and pleasure, and move through and integrate painful emotions and past experiences.
I think it's safe to say that we are all living through a moment of profound uncertainty, with heightened feelings of anxiety, depression and isolation. My hope is that, together, we can help you reclaim a sense of connection with yourself and your community, reconnect with experiences of joy and pleasure, and move through and integrate painful emotions and past experiences.
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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.
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.
-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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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 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.
I believe in music’s power to heal, foster self-expression, and support personal growth. Life transitions, trauma, grief, or feeling “othered” can leave you feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space that honours your identity and lived experience. No musical experience is needed- just openness to explore.
I believe in music’s power to heal, foster self-expression, and support personal growth. Life transitions, trauma, grief, or feeling “othered” can leave you feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space that honours your identity and lived experience. No musical experience is needed- just openness to explore.
Liv Noël Dakkak: Neurodivergent
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a queer AuDHD therapist passionate about working with neurodivergent folks who have grown up feeling misunderstood, and are seeking a place where they don’t have to mask.
We’d be a good fit if you or your child need support with issues related to overwhelm, severe anxiety, burnout, traumatic experiences, identity struggles, or having relationship issues with dynamics, communication and intimacy. There is no “supposed tos” in therapy with me, you can show as you are (stimming, fidgety, nerdy, shy, queer and all).
I’m a queer AuDHD therapist passionate about working with neurodivergent folks who have grown up feeling misunderstood, and are seeking a place where they don’t have to mask.
We’d be a good fit if you or your child need support with issues related to overwhelm, severe anxiety, burnout, traumatic experiences, identity struggles, or having relationship issues with dynamics, communication and intimacy. There is no “supposed tos” in therapy with me, you can show as you are (stimming, fidgety, nerdy, shy, queer and all).
My approach is grounded in queer, feminist, intersectional, anti-oppressive, and diversity-affirming theories.
The sexuality-related challenges I can support you with include:
-Body image and self-esteem
-Sexual orientation and gender identity
-BDSM
-Non-monogamy and its related challenges (e.g. jealousy, insecurity, communication, etc.)
-Sexuality with chronic illness and/or disability
My approach is grounded in queer, feminist, intersectional, anti-oppressive, and diversity-affirming theories.
The sexuality-related challenges I can support you with include:
-Body image and self-esteem
-Sexual orientation and gender identity
-BDSM
-Non-monogamy and its related challenges (e.g. jealousy, insecurity, communication, etc.)
-Sexuality with chronic illness and/or disability
Is it hard to know what you want? To listen to your inner voice or just to feel that you matter? Welcome on my page, where we learn, at your own pace, how to grow a sense of self-worth and self-knowing in a embodied way. Using imagination to explore the body-mind-Spirit relationships, you'll be able to develop your own somatic understanding of your sensations to grow more confident and stable in your own needs and desires.
Is it hard to know what you want? To listen to your inner voice or just to feel that you matter? Welcome on my page, where we learn, at your own pace, how to grow a sense of self-worth and self-knowing in a embodied way. Using imagination to explore the body-mind-Spirit relationships, you'll be able to develop your own somatic understanding of your sensations to grow more confident and stable in your own needs and desires.
Nina Santiago | Inclusive & Integrative
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), PhD, MACP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I support LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, chronically ill, and culturally diverse clients navigating layered identities.
Not queer or neurodivergent? You're still welcome here. Together, we explore the deeper roots of your struggles, not just symptom relief, but soul-deep healing and integration. Brainspotting and IFS help us access what's beyond words, making space for nervous system repair and self-trust. If therapy has ever felt too clinical, too shallow, or just not for
I support LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, chronically ill, and culturally diverse clients navigating layered identities.
Not queer or neurodivergent? You're still welcome here. Together, we explore the deeper roots of your struggles, not just symptom relief, but soul-deep healing and integration. Brainspotting and IFS help us access what's beyond words, making space for nervous system repair and self-trust. If therapy has ever felt too clinical, too shallow, or just not for
I have over 15 years experience in counselling, therapy and psychoeducation. I work with individuals. My space is LGBTQI+ allied and I am committed to creating a safe and healing space for you to be fully heard and supported to address important issues at a pace that feels right for you. I am a level Two Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and I bring my somatic training to IFS to help you get to the core of what is holding you back. I look forward to helping you express, connect and thrive!
I have over 15 years experience in counselling, therapy and psychoeducation. I work with individuals. My space is LGBTQI+ allied and I am committed to creating a safe and healing space for you to be fully heard and supported to address important issues at a pace that feels right for you. I am a level Two Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and I bring my somatic training to IFS to help you get to the core of what is holding you back. I look forward to helping you express, connect and thrive!
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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.