LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Colorado Springs, CO

Butterfly Therapeutics, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80923 (Online Only)
) Being a part of the
LGBTQIA
+ community myself I also offer specialization in
LGBTQIA
+ issues and gender-affirming therapy.
Hello I'm Amy Garcia, M.S.,LPC. I would first like to just take a moment to commend you on starting to take steps towards seeing a healthier and happier you. If you are finally looking to do something you have never done, to get something you have never had or maybe once had and want to get back to, you have come to the right place. My goal is to become my client’s partner and toolbox. Where you get the autonomy to decide the focus mixed with the resources of empathetic reflection and Holistic evidence-based practices I provide; so together we can get you to where you want to be emotionally and mentally.
) Being a part of the
LGBTQIA
+ community myself I also offer specialization in
LGBTQIA
+ issues and gender-affirming therapy.
Hello I'm Amy Garcia, M.S.,LPC. I would first like to just take a moment to commend you on starting to take steps towards seeing a healthier and happier you. If you are finally looking to do something you have never done, to get something you have never had or maybe once had and want to get back to, you have come to the right place. My goal is to become my client’s partner and toolbox. Where you get the autonomy to decide the focus mixed with the resources of empathetic reflection and Holistic evidence-based practices I provide; so together we can get you to where you want to be emotionally and mentally.

4Square Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
I specialize in
LGBTQ
, Pagan, and marriage and family therapy, including polyamory. Questioning your gender identity or sexual orientation? Let's explore that. Looking for therapy with a more esoteric slant? I'm your therapist! Issues within your family or with your relationships? Let's figure out together what is happening. Polyamorous, kink, and
queer
are my specialty! I look forward to taking your journey with you!
I specialize in
LGBTQ
, Pagan, and marriage and family therapy, including polyamory. Questioning your gender identity or sexual orientation? Let's explore that. Looking for therapy with a more esoteric slant? I'm your therapist! Issues within your family or with your relationships? Let's figure out together what is happening. Polyamorous, kink, and
queer
are my specialty! I look forward to taking your journey with you!

Kaytlin Blan
LPC Intern, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Not accepting new clients
As a
queer
, Latinx individual, I recognize the importance of applying these approaches to support many populations.
Life often comes with many obstacles and challenges that affect people in all aspects of life. As a counselor, I recognize the impact of these challenges on lives and how each challenge differs from one another. I aspire to establish a safe and supportive environment where we can explore the different outcomes you would like to see throughout our therapeutic relationship. I intend to provide affirming mental health care for individuals from many communities such as those from marginalized communities.
As a
queer
, Latinx individual, I recognize the importance of applying these approaches to support many populations.
Life often comes with many obstacles and challenges that affect people in all aspects of life. As a counselor, I recognize the impact of these challenges on lives and how each challenge differs from one another. I aspire to establish a safe and supportive environment where we can explore the different outcomes you would like to see throughout our therapeutic relationship. I intend to provide affirming mental health care for individuals from many communities such as those from marginalized communities.

Alexis Phillips
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Additionally, I have a passion for working with the
LGBTQIA
+ community, nontraditional relationships, and transitioning individuals.
Deciding to go to therapy is a big step that may cause you to feel nervous, vulnerable, and maybe even a bit overwhelmed. At this point you have probably tried many things to fix the problem, and you are unsure of what to try or where to go next. You are in the right place. Searching for a therapist can be difficult and it is important to find the right fit for you. I work with a variety of people with a variety of concerns utilizing systemic and relational therapies. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment of mutual respect and open communication.
Additionally, I have a passion for working with the
LGBTQIA
+ community, nontraditional relationships, and transitioning individuals.
Deciding to go to therapy is a big step that may cause you to feel nervous, vulnerable, and maybe even a bit overwhelmed. At this point you have probably tried many things to fix the problem, and you are unsure of what to try or where to go next. You are in the right place. Searching for a therapist can be difficult and it is important to find the right fit for you. I work with a variety of people with a variety of concerns utilizing systemic and relational therapies. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment of mutual respect and open communication.
Social Worker & Dog, Ltd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
I am a US Army combat veteran and a proud member of the
LGBTQ
+ community.
We listen, act, and transform I have been working alongside people on their path to healing for almost ten years, and I have found that by meeting people exactly where they are at and for who they truly are, the healing can be both rewarding and groundbreaking. You bring the need, and I'll supply the tools that can empower you to find what it is that you are looking for in your life. Unconditional acceptance was shown to me, which allowed me to find my own voice and strength in a world that just is.
I am a US Army combat veteran and a proud member of the
LGBTQ
+ community.
We listen, act, and transform I have been working alongside people on their path to healing for almost ten years, and I have found that by meeting people exactly where they are at and for who they truly are, the healing can be both rewarding and groundbreaking. You bring the need, and I'll supply the tools that can empower you to find what it is that you are looking for in your life. Unconditional acceptance was shown to me, which allowed me to find my own voice and strength in a world that just is.

Lisa Schoenstein
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I'm a
queer
genderfluid therapist, and I meet ALL clients with: safety; trustworthiness and transparency; collaboration and mutuality; empowerment, voice, and choice; peer support; acknowledgement of cultural, historical, and gender dimensions.
You need not walk alone through trauma, grief, loss, anger, stuckness, numbness, overwhelm. You're getting through the day, exhausted from saying "It's fine," needing new perspectives and tools. We will work together to foster a new way forward, carried by meaning-making, gentle curiosity, inviting change, and recalibration toward wholeness. I approach therapy as an intentional, collaborative relationship rooted in the belief that people are inherently adaptive and fundamentally whole. My approach is trauma-informed and person-centered, both reflective and practical. We uncover, discover, discard, reimagine, restore, re-story.
I'm a
queer
genderfluid therapist, and I meet ALL clients with: safety; trustworthiness and transparency; collaboration and mutuality; empowerment, voice, and choice; peer support; acknowledgement of cultural, historical, and gender dimensions.
You need not walk alone through trauma, grief, loss, anger, stuckness, numbness, overwhelm. You're getting through the day, exhausted from saying "It's fine," needing new perspectives and tools. We will work together to foster a new way forward, carried by meaning-making, gentle curiosity, inviting change, and recalibration toward wholeness. I approach therapy as an intentional, collaborative relationship rooted in the belief that people are inherently adaptive and fundamentally whole. My approach is trauma-informed and person-centered, both reflective and practical. We uncover, discover, discard, reimagine, restore, re-story.

River of Life Counseling, Chelsea Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
As a
queer
woman, I am passionate about working with the
Queer
and Polyam community, as well as the houseless & low income population, & teens/young adults.
Whether you are feeling from a major traumatic event or just want to create a bit more balance in your life, I'd be honored to be on your team. I tend to take a client centered and eclectic approach in order to accommodate each person's unique needs. I do have a strong background in trauma and personality disorder traits so I can approach every situation through a trauma informed lens and am trained in dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotion focused therapy. I am confident that every person is capable of change and deserves to build a life worth living and I would love to work with you!
As a
queer
woman, I am passionate about working with the
Queer
and Polyam community, as well as the houseless & low income population, & teens/young adults.
Whether you are feeling from a major traumatic event or just want to create a bit more balance in your life, I'd be honored to be on your team. I tend to take a client centered and eclectic approach in order to accommodate each person's unique needs. I do have a strong background in trauma and personality disorder traits so I can approach every situation through a trauma informed lens and am trained in dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotion focused therapy. I am confident that every person is capable of change and deserves to build a life worth living and I would love to work with you!

Compassionate Mental Health and Liberation
PsyD, PSYCHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918 (Online Only)
Offering specialized clinical psychology services for various mental health conditions, with expertise in neurodivergence,
LGBTQIA
+ research, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
Embark on the journey you deserve! Seeking expert care for self-discovery and healing? Look no further than Compassionate Mental Health & Liberation – a sanctuary defined by our very name! Our inclusive approach welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, orientations, and beliefs (or lack thereof). Through Compassion Focused Therapy and Liberation Psychology, we provide a distinctive approach that encourages self-love and self-acceptance. Our safe and nurturing environment allows you to explore yourself without judgment. Find Your Path, Unlock Your Potential, and Flourish with Compassion!
Offering specialized clinical psychology services for various mental health conditions, with expertise in neurodivergence,
LGBTQIA
+ research, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
Embark on the journey you deserve! Seeking expert care for self-discovery and healing? Look no further than Compassionate Mental Health & Liberation – a sanctuary defined by our very name! Our inclusive approach welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, orientations, and beliefs (or lack thereof). Through Compassion Focused Therapy and Liberation Psychology, we provide a distinctive approach that encourages self-love and self-acceptance. Our safe and nurturing environment allows you to explore yourself without judgment. Find Your Path, Unlock Your Potential, and Flourish with Compassion!

Whispering Hippo LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80909 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
"All of us are put in boxes by our family, our religion, our society, our moment in history, even our own bodies. Some people have the courage to break free." --Geena Rocero. Hi! My name is Finn Mahan, Whispering Hippo is my new practice, and I look forward to working together. Do you want to explore your gender, orientation, and (possible?)
LGBTQ
+ sexuality and how it intersects with your human, lived experience? Do you feel crushed with worry? Do you have therapy goals you want to maintain from an out of state therapist? Do you want someone who understands the unique positions the
LGBTQ
+ community in our current social landscape?
"All of us are put in boxes by our family, our religion, our society, our moment in history, even our own bodies. Some people have the courage to break free." --Geena Rocero. Hi! My name is Finn Mahan, Whispering Hippo is my new practice, and I look forward to working together. Do you want to explore your gender, orientation, and (possible?)
LGBTQ
+ sexuality and how it intersects with your human, lived experience? Do you feel crushed with worry? Do you have therapy goals you want to maintain from an out of state therapist? Do you want someone who understands the unique positions the
LGBTQ
+ community in our current social landscape?

Megan Diann Chandler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (Online Only)
Hello! Thank you for making it to my page. Therapy is such a scary experience at first, but you have made it to contacting someone which is the hardest part. I have vast experience in working with individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, bipolar and personality disorders. I have a passion to work with the
LGBTQIA
+ community, adolescents(12 a& up) and women to find their voices within a sometimes silencing society. Life can be difficult at times and you can still succeed in it. Let me help you reach your life's potential
Hello! Thank you for making it to my page. Therapy is such a scary experience at first, but you have made it to contacting someone which is the hardest part. I have vast experience in working with individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, bipolar and personality disorders. I have a passion to work with the
LGBTQIA
+ community, adolescents(12 a& up) and women to find their voices within a sometimes silencing society. Life can be difficult at times and you can still succeed in it. Let me help you reach your life's potential

Patsy Agpalza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80901 (Online Only)
As a
queer
therapist of color, I recognize there is no “right” way to live one’s life & each person has a right & need to be seen & heard at the authentic level.
Hey There! I believe that every thought, emotion, and behavior that a person entertains is actively shaping their current reality. I view our therapeutic relationship as a partnership. You & I will define your intentions for therapy and create active goals to shift patterns. I have always had a strong calling to support others. I believe that people can learn to accept, love, and claim authenticity by moving away from patterns that are no longer serving the individual, by actively exploring their unique interests & evolving needs. I respect and acknowledge all relationship styles & sexual identities. My goal is to hold space.
As a
queer
therapist of color, I recognize there is no “right” way to live one’s life & each person has a right & need to be seen & heard at the authentic level.
Hey There! I believe that every thought, emotion, and behavior that a person entertains is actively shaping their current reality. I view our therapeutic relationship as a partnership. You & I will define your intentions for therapy and create active goals to shift patterns. I have always had a strong calling to support others. I believe that people can learn to accept, love, and claim authenticity by moving away from patterns that are no longer serving the individual, by actively exploring their unique interests & evolving needs. I respect and acknowledge all relationship styles & sexual identities. My goal is to hold space.
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Amber Wilson
Clinical Social Work Candidate, MSW, SWC
Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80925
I enjoy serving our community as an Eating Disorder and Trauma therapist. I have experience and enjoy helping patients overcome body dysmorphia and gender dysphoria, supporting individuals through significant life transitions, self-esteem issues, attachment wounds, anxiety, emotional regulation, grief, and depression. I work with teens, adults, and
LGBTQIA
+ couples. I enjoy working with patients who are ready to invest in themselves and ready to make healthy changes. I believe in practicing empathy, warmth, safety, and trust to facilitate an environment where patients can use their strengths to become themselves securely.
I enjoy serving our community as an Eating Disorder and Trauma therapist. I have experience and enjoy helping patients overcome body dysmorphia and gender dysphoria, supporting individuals through significant life transitions, self-esteem issues, attachment wounds, anxiety, emotional regulation, grief, and depression. I work with teens, adults, and
LGBTQIA
+ couples. I enjoy working with patients who are ready to invest in themselves and ready to make healthy changes. I believe in practicing empathy, warmth, safety, and trust to facilitate an environment where patients can use their strengths to become themselves securely.

Erin Boylan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-P, EMDR, KAP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80901 (Online Only)
I'm passionate about working with women & the
LGBTQIA
community who are wanting to resolve trauma & PTSD.
Life has a way of presenting what can feel like insurmountable challenges that distract us from our true nature. As women, life has trained us to abandon our wildly powerful nature to fit within the confines of supportive roles to others. When we hit rock bottom it creates a crack for our greatness to flood through, though often the pain of breaking distracts us in an unbearable way. Together we'll mend those cracks with gold. Sometimes we just need a lighthouse to show us the way back to our greatness, or to uncover it for the first time. Thanks for taking the time to see if I'm a good fit as you embark on your healing journey.
I'm passionate about working with women & the
LGBTQIA
community who are wanting to resolve trauma & PTSD.
Life has a way of presenting what can feel like insurmountable challenges that distract us from our true nature. As women, life has trained us to abandon our wildly powerful nature to fit within the confines of supportive roles to others. When we hit rock bottom it creates a crack for our greatness to flood through, though often the pain of breaking distracts us in an unbearable way. Together we'll mend those cracks with gold. Sometimes we just need a lighthouse to show us the way back to our greatness, or to uncover it for the first time. Thanks for taking the time to see if I'm a good fit as you embark on your healing journey.

Connect Counseling & Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Not accepting new clients
I am familiar with the WPATH requirements for
transgender
care.
In this world full of stressors, we can easily end up feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or disconnected from ourselves and others. Finding someone who can help you work through these struggles can make a significant difference in living a more fulfilling life. I strive to help you do that in a safe, supportive environment in which you feel valued and accepted for who you are.
I am familiar with the WPATH requirements for
transgender
care.
In this world full of stressors, we can easily end up feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or disconnected from ourselves and others. Finding someone who can help you work through these struggles can make a significant difference in living a more fulfilling life. I strive to help you do that in a safe, supportive environment in which you feel valued and accepted for who you are.

Cass Daniels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80902
Not accepting new clients
Cass (he/him) is a licensed social worker specializing in
queer
-affirming mental health and substance use treatment for the
LGBTQ
+ community and their loved ones. During therapy sessions, Cass pulls from trauma-informed approaches, EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction to empower clients to embrace authentic self-expression and increase their feelings of self-worth and well-being.
Cass (he/him) is a licensed social worker specializing in
queer
-affirming mental health and substance use treatment for the
LGBTQ
+ community and their loved ones. During therapy sessions, Cass pulls from trauma-informed approaches, EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction to empower clients to embrace authentic self-expression and increase their feelings of self-worth and well-being.

Bridget Moodie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80901 (Online Only)
I provide therapy for
queer
(LQBTQ+) people with anxiety, depression, and/or ADHD. Life with these identities and diagnosis can be challenging and you do not have to go through it alone. You deserve a safe place to process and learn what ways of coping are best for you.
I provide therapy for
queer
(LQBTQ+) people with anxiety, depression, and/or ADHD. Life with these identities and diagnosis can be challenging and you do not have to go through it alone. You deserve a safe place to process and learn what ways of coping are best for you.

Shannon J Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd , LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80901 (Online Only)
I am a sex positive and BDSM, kink, fetish,
queer
aware therapist.
Pronouns: she/her/hers Fuck fear and self-doubt! Held back from fulfilling experiences? Feeling overwhelmed? Can't find your voice? Struggling with feeling unable, not good enough, or like you're too much? Want more out of life? I have helped hundreds of people learn what is holding them back, and tap into their personal power to live their best life. I believe you already have it in you. I just help you find it. I will help you identify what is keeping you stuck and develop a plan for hope.
I am a sex positive and BDSM, kink, fetish,
queer
aware therapist.
Pronouns: she/her/hers Fuck fear and self-doubt! Held back from fulfilling experiences? Feeling overwhelmed? Can't find your voice? Struggling with feeling unable, not good enough, or like you're too much? Want more out of life? I have helped hundreds of people learn what is holding them back, and tap into their personal power to live their best life. I believe you already have it in you. I just help you find it. I will help you identify what is keeping you stuck and develop a plan for hope.

Essential Counseling Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (Online Only)
New Name, Same Dame! I love working with BIPOC and
Queer
humans! I am well versed in both evidence-based practices and lived experiences. I fancy myself an Emotional Support Human. I provide a set of very strong shoulders. I can't take your problems away but I can help you carry them. I am an excellent qualm-crushing mediator and love facilitator when it comes to interracial couples and our unique concerns. You will be provided a comfortable, authentic, and empathetic space to encourage open expression without the fear of judgment. Stop for a free consultation; Stay for acknowledgment, validation, and total self-exploration.
New Name, Same Dame! I love working with BIPOC and
Queer
humans! I am well versed in both evidence-based practices and lived experiences. I fancy myself an Emotional Support Human. I provide a set of very strong shoulders. I can't take your problems away but I can help you carry them. I am an excellent qualm-crushing mediator and love facilitator when it comes to interracial couples and our unique concerns. You will be provided a comfortable, authentic, and empathetic space to encourage open expression without the fear of judgment. Stop for a free consultation; Stay for acknowledgment, validation, and total self-exploration.

Alberto Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I am trained in EMDR and work with Trauma, Substance Use Disorder,
LGBTQIA
+, Mood Disorder, and more.
Do you find yourself searching for your “purpose” in life? Or do you feel that maybe you have lost who you once were? Let’s face it, life can be ugly at times. You may even find yourself in the middle of the chaos of this thing we call life. By providing space to express past traumas, confusing life circumstances, and more. I create a meaningful and tailored healing experience for each client. I believe that everyone possesses the tools to heal, but they may need help navigating the process.
I am trained in EMDR and work with Trauma, Substance Use Disorder,
LGBTQIA
+, Mood Disorder, and more.
Do you find yourself searching for your “purpose” in life? Or do you feel that maybe you have lost who you once were? Let’s face it, life can be ugly at times. You may even find yourself in the middle of the chaos of this thing we call life. By providing space to express past traumas, confusing life circumstances, and more. I create a meaningful and tailored healing experience for each client. I believe that everyone possesses the tools to heal, but they may need help navigating the process.

Ashley Root
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
She has a passion for
LGBTQ
+ clients from diverse and expansive expressions of sexuality, affection, gender, and intimate relationships.
Ashley (she/they) has extensive experience processing trauma, family dynamics, grief, divorce, gender identity, gender expression, sexuality, abuse, and mental illness. The work that she does in the therapeutic space is well suited for clients looking for an affirming, non-judgmental space to process their experiences and make changes towards their best vision of themselves. She has worked to develop an intersectional lens, making sure to hold space for folks with varying identities.
She has a passion for
LGBTQ
+ clients from diverse and expansive expressions of sexuality, affection, gender, and intimate relationships.
Ashley (she/they) has extensive experience processing trauma, family dynamics, grief, divorce, gender identity, gender expression, sexuality, abuse, and mental illness. The work that she does in the therapeutic space is well suited for clients looking for an affirming, non-judgmental space to process their experiences and make changes towards their best vision of themselves. She has worked to develop an intersectional lens, making sure to hold space for folks with varying identities.
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