LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 75247
Malton R Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75247
Seeking Self-Discovery and Change? BIPOC Therapist Here to Help Are you a Millennial, Individual of Color, or member of the LGBTQIA+ community facing life challenges? I'm Malton Cook, LPC-S, a therapist specializing in helping individuals navigate adjustment issues, life transitions, depression, anxiety, anger management, and mood disorders. I understand the unique experiences and challenges faced by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) communities and create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals.
Seeking Self-Discovery and Change? BIPOC Therapist Here to Help Are you a Millennial, Individual of Color, or member of the LGBTQIA+ community facing life challenges? I'm Malton Cook, LPC-S, a therapist specializing in helping individuals navigate adjustment issues, life transitions, depression, anxiety, anger management, and mood disorders. I understand the unique experiences and challenges faced by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) communities and create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals.
Work-in Therapy PLLC, Dr. Delenny D, LCSW, EdD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75247
It is not easy to ask for help, but sometimes we have to admit what we are doing may not be working. If you are dealing with depression, grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma, my goal is to help you find what works. So that you can be the best version of yourself and start to live a happier life. I aim to make therapy collaborative and comfortable. Because I understand the importance of talking to someone and not feeling judged or being criticized. Therapy is about healing, motivation, and empowerment.
It is not easy to ask for help, but sometimes we have to admit what we are doing may not be working. If you are dealing with depression, grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma, my goal is to help you find what works. So that you can be the best version of yourself and start to live a happier life. I aim to make therapy collaborative and comfortable. Because I understand the importance of talking to someone and not feeling judged or being criticized. Therapy is about healing, motivation, and empowerment.
Deb Bushong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75247
Often the people who find me first are the families of my actual clients. They are seeking care for a loved one who is either developing symptoms or has been diagnosed with Psychosis. Most often families and friends don't really know what's happening, they just know that something has drastically changed. But finding treatment for Psychosis, outside of calling the 911 or going to an emergency department, is often very challenging. The good news is there is hope! Treatment for Psychosis has come a long way in the past years. The earlier a person starts treatment, then the better the outcomes are!
Often the people who find me first are the families of my actual clients. They are seeking care for a loved one who is either developing symptoms or has been diagnosed with Psychosis. Most often families and friends don't really know what's happening, they just know that something has drastically changed. But finding treatment for Psychosis, outside of calling the 911 or going to an emergency department, is often very challenging. The good news is there is hope! Treatment for Psychosis has come a long way in the past years. The earlier a person starts treatment, then the better the outcomes are!
Kamitra Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75247 (Online Only)
Growing up, mental health didn’t exist in my family or community. Now that I am wiser, I know it was always there but overlooked, especially in the minority communities. I am here to assist you not only get through those trying times in life that we all go through but also to let you know that you are not alone in this journey! I will challenge you to become the best version of yourself by providing you with the tools and confidence to face yourself, others and have those difficult conversations! I enjoy working with male and female minorities between the ages 21-45 who struggle with depression, anxiety and trauma.
Growing up, mental health didn’t exist in my family or community. Now that I am wiser, I know it was always there but overlooked, especially in the minority communities. I am here to assist you not only get through those trying times in life that we all go through but also to let you know that you are not alone in this journey! I will challenge you to become the best version of yourself by providing you with the tools and confidence to face yourself, others and have those difficult conversations! I enjoy working with male and female minorities between the ages 21-45 who struggle with depression, anxiety and trauma.
Mental Shift Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75247 (Online Only)
At Mental Shift Therapy LLC, We believe that Shift Happens! Every individual has the capacity for growth and change. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their inner selves and overcome personal challenges. If you are struggling with overwhelming, depressive, negative or self-defeating thoughts that make life hard to enjoy, we are here for you! If you feel as if you are not good enough or that your traumatic past is holding you back from achieving your best self, we are here for you! You are not alone. We are here to assist with building a stronger, healthier version of yourself!
At Mental Shift Therapy LLC, We believe that Shift Happens! Every individual has the capacity for growth and change. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their inner selves and overcome personal challenges. If you are struggling with overwhelming, depressive, negative or self-defeating thoughts that make life hard to enjoy, we are here for you! If you feel as if you are not good enough or that your traumatic past is holding you back from achieving your best self, we are here for you! You are not alone. We are here to assist with building a stronger, healthier version of yourself!
Christina (Tina) Marie Bass
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75247
The creation of a meaningful life can be undertaken at any time. People are resilient and capable of change; this capacity allows individuals to understand where they have come from, where they want to be, and to shift their lives in a positive direction. Psychotherapy facilitates this dynamic process. My practice focuses on a collaborative relationship that cultivates awareness, compassion, and agency-my goal is to empower individuals to transform personal vulnerabilities into paths of growth that lead to states of wellbeing.
The creation of a meaningful life can be undertaken at any time. People are resilient and capable of change; this capacity allows individuals to understand where they have come from, where they want to be, and to shift their lives in a positive direction. Psychotherapy facilitates this dynamic process. My practice focuses on a collaborative relationship that cultivates awareness, compassion, and agency-my goal is to empower individuals to transform personal vulnerabilities into paths of growth that lead to states of wellbeing.
Dr. Lindsay Okonowsky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75247 (Online Only)
My priority is fostering a confidential and caring working relationship through which you can explore both areas of growth and strength. My training and experience in multiple unique settings with a diverse client base has helped me to develop a strong belief in individuals’ power to bring sustainable change to their lives. I acknowledge the difficulty involved in taking the first steps toward initiating psychotherapy. Please reach out for individual or couple’s therapy consultation if you have general questions or would like to determine whether I would be a good fit to address your needs.
My priority is fostering a confidential and caring working relationship through which you can explore both areas of growth and strength. My training and experience in multiple unique settings with a diverse client base has helped me to develop a strong belief in individuals’ power to bring sustainable change to their lives. I acknowledge the difficulty involved in taking the first steps toward initiating psychotherapy. Please reach out for individual or couple’s therapy consultation if you have general questions or would like to determine whether I would be a good fit to address your needs.
Cristina Serna
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75247
Do you feel unmotivated, like a shell of your former self? Dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, or trauma, can sometimes make us feel like that. My goal is to not allow those feelings to control your life. Getting help might be scary, but I will be with you every step of the way.
Do you feel unmotivated, like a shell of your former self? Dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, or trauma, can sometimes make us feel like that. My goal is to not allow those feelings to control your life. Getting help might be scary, but I will be with you every step of the way.
Trinity Rising Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC, DCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75247 (Online Only)
Online Scheduling Available. Are you searching for someone that you can connect with. Someone who is authentic, genuine, relatable, and easy to talk to. With over eight years in the mental health field, eleven years in the military, and visiting several countries I have developed a strong sense of awareness for people emotions and feelings. I have learned to hear the issues that aren't being talked about because they are too intense, shameful, embarrassing, or hurtful. I will try to help you restore your life and claim your future. Schedule your first appointment visit www.trinityrisingcounselingcenter.com
Online Scheduling Available. Are you searching for someone that you can connect with. Someone who is authentic, genuine, relatable, and easy to talk to. With over eight years in the mental health field, eleven years in the military, and visiting several countries I have developed a strong sense of awareness for people emotions and feelings. I have learned to hear the issues that aren't being talked about because they are too intense, shameful, embarrassing, or hurtful. I will try to help you restore your life and claim your future. Schedule your first appointment visit www.trinityrisingcounselingcenter.com
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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.