LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 10459
Josephine Cardone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10459 (Online Only)
Though attaining emotional resilience when confronted with life's challenges can be difficult, it is achievable. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor with 7 years of experience, I provide confidential and nonjudgmental counseling to clients ages 13-60 struggling with grief, anxiety, anger, and more. My accepting, empathetic, and reflective approach aims to foster self-awareness, courage, and growth. I believe we all have the capacity to respond to thoughts and emotions with curiosity rather than avoidance. My goal is to create a safe space for you to process, gain insight, and grow.
Though attaining emotional resilience when confronted with life's challenges can be difficult, it is achievable. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor with 7 years of experience, I provide confidential and nonjudgmental counseling to clients ages 13-60 struggling with grief, anxiety, anger, and more. My accepting, empathetic, and reflective approach aims to foster self-awareness, courage, and growth. I believe we all have the capacity to respond to thoughts and emotions with curiosity rather than avoidance. My goal is to create a safe space for you to process, gain insight, and grow.
Footprints to Feel Better
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10459
Rize-Up Together was started by three women of The Bronx who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Rize-Up Together began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Rize-Up Together was started by three women of The Bronx who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Rize-Up Together began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Perez Psychotherapy LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10459 (Online Only)
We are a team of bilingual Licensed Clinical and Master level Social Workers who practice both in New York and Pennsylvania. Our experiences include working with clients from different backgrounds and with different presenting problems, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, suicidality, mood and eating disorders. Our learning has been shaped through diverse experiences working with adolescents, and adults who face daily struggles and challenges in their lives.
We are a team of bilingual Licensed Clinical and Master level Social Workers who practice both in New York and Pennsylvania. Our experiences include working with clients from different backgrounds and with different presenting problems, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, suicidality, mood and eating disorders. Our learning has been shaped through diverse experiences working with adolescents, and adults who face daily struggles and challenges in their lives.
Guilise Gondre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10459 (Online Only)
You are so brave to be here and whether you are working through a tough time in a relationship or in life, it will only improve from here. In working together, we will do a deep dive into the roadblocks you have experienced and work on alternate perspectives and healing tools to help repair your mental, spiritual and emotional wounds. Your heightened self-awareness and confidence will help you live a more fulfilling life.
You are so brave to be here and whether you are working through a tough time in a relationship or in life, it will only improve from here. In working together, we will do a deep dive into the roadblocks you have experienced and work on alternate perspectives and healing tools to help repair your mental, spiritual and emotional wounds. Your heightened self-awareness and confidence will help you live a more fulfilling life.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program 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 marginalization 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 specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.