Transgender Therapists in Cherry Creek, Denver, CO
Felix J Lefevre
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cherry Creek, Denver, CO 80209
Waitlist for new clients
There's something different about you. Maybe you're figuring out what sexuality, gender, and romantic life can look like, or exploring polyamory or kink. Or maybe your life has been changed by traumatic experiences. Maybe you're a plural system. You may view the world through a neurotype or spiritual lens that doesn’t match the people around you. Or you might be a parent, just looking for answers for your kid. It might be really hard to trust people...to risk opening up about what you're dealing with. I get it. It’s hard to know who actually has your back.
There's something different about you. Maybe you're figuring out what sexuality, gender, and romantic life can look like, or exploring polyamory or kink. Or maybe your life has been changed by traumatic experiences. Maybe you're a plural system. You may view the world through a neurotype or spiritual lens that doesn’t match the people around you. Or you might be a parent, just looking for answers for your kid. It might be really hard to trust people...to risk opening up about what you're dealing with. I get it. It’s hard to know who actually has your back.
I am a white neurodivergent nonbinary trans woman interested in supporting adults navigating life changes of all kinds, with specific attention to collaboration with trans, nonbinary, and (neuro)queer individuals. My hope would be to identify and to build on clients' existing strengths and skills to foster increased confidence, values-based problem solving, and affirming connections in relationships. I defer to practices that root therapy in each client's lived experience and that challenge the ways we often reduce suffering and distress to individual questions of functioning, resilience, and exploitability. I am COVID conscious.
I am a white neurodivergent nonbinary trans woman interested in supporting adults navigating life changes of all kinds, with specific attention to collaboration with trans, nonbinary, and (neuro)queer individuals. My hope would be to identify and to build on clients' existing strengths and skills to foster increased confidence, values-based problem solving, and affirming connections in relationships. I defer to practices that root therapy in each client's lived experience and that challenge the ways we often reduce suffering and distress to individual questions of functioning, resilience, and exploitability. I am COVID conscious.
Have you ever felt like you don’t fit into the boxes you’ve been given or struggled to find your place in the world? Growing up, I always knew I was knew I was different from the people around me, but didn’t know where to turn to find answers about my identity or where I belonged. As a counselor, I work with people who have had similar experiences of discomfort in their relationships, families, and communities. Together, we will explore your experiences and their impact, helping you understand and integrate all the parts of who you are. If you’re seeking clarity and a sense of belonging, I’m here to support you on your journey.
Have you ever felt like you don’t fit into the boxes you’ve been given or struggled to find your place in the world? Growing up, I always knew I was knew I was different from the people around me, but didn’t know where to turn to find answers about my identity or where I belonged. As a counselor, I work with people who have had similar experiences of discomfort in their relationships, families, and communities. Together, we will explore your experiences and their impact, helping you understand and integrate all the parts of who you are. If you’re seeking clarity and a sense of belonging, I’m here to support you on your journey.
Lucy Introcaso - Queer | Gender Couples Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MFTC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Cherry Creek, Denver, CO 80209
Hi there, I'm Lucy! Are you queer, neurodivergent, kinky, or poly and tired of having your therapist not get you? I want to welcome you as you are. I have helped countless clients reclaim their sexual connection & feel more secure. Secure attachment is the foundation needed to experience passion with a foundation of safety. I work with all relationship constellations. My goal is to help you step more fully into a strong foundation both in your relationship and various intersecting identities. Another specialization of mine is gender and love working with people as they step into affirmation both in relationship and in their lives.
Hi there, I'm Lucy! Are you queer, neurodivergent, kinky, or poly and tired of having your therapist not get you? I want to welcome you as you are. I have helped countless clients reclaim their sexual connection & feel more secure. Secure attachment is the foundation needed to experience passion with a foundation of safety. I work with all relationship constellations. My goal is to help you step more fully into a strong foundation both in your relationship and various intersecting identities. Another specialization of mine is gender and love working with people as they step into affirmation both in relationship and in their lives.
Ashley Hansen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cherry Creek, Denver, CO 80209
I'm a Holistic Trauma Therapy Specialist providing both Individual & Group Therapy Sessions for Adults struggling with CPTSD/PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Codependency, Victims of Narcissistic Abuse, Sexual Trauma, other Traumatic Experiences, as well as Grief & Loss Issues. Our Individual Holistic Trauma Therapy sessions use an integrative approach to help clients process their traumatic experiences in healthy, safe ways; and find balance & inner peace at deeper levels. Our Group Trauma Therapy sessions are designed to hold space, support & help clients process and connect with peers who have experienced similar traumatic events.
I'm a Holistic Trauma Therapy Specialist providing both Individual & Group Therapy Sessions for Adults struggling with CPTSD/PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Codependency, Victims of Narcissistic Abuse, Sexual Trauma, other Traumatic Experiences, as well as Grief & Loss Issues. Our Individual Holistic Trauma Therapy sessions use an integrative approach to help clients process their traumatic experiences in healthy, safe ways; and find balance & inner peace at deeper levels. Our Group Trauma Therapy sessions are designed to hold space, support & help clients process and connect with peers who have experienced similar traumatic events.
Janelle Washburne, Individual, Couples Sex Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, CST-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Cherry Creek, Denver, CO 80209
Are you are struggling with a lack of emotional or physical intimacy in your relationship? Or anxiety, depression or trauma? Do you feel alone in your relationship and want to feel loved and cared for? Whether you're an individual or couple, you're not broken and you deserved to live a meaningful life and connected relationship. You can learn how to create more peace, harmony and love in your life. With over 18 years experience as a therapist, it's my honor to be with you. I look forward to cultivating a plan together to help facilitate healing, health and love in your life and relationship. Email me today to find out more...
Are you are struggling with a lack of emotional or physical intimacy in your relationship? Or anxiety, depression or trauma? Do you feel alone in your relationship and want to feel loved and cared for? Whether you're an individual or couple, you're not broken and you deserved to live a meaningful life and connected relationship. You can learn how to create more peace, harmony and love in your life. With over 18 years experience as a therapist, it's my honor to be with you. I look forward to cultivating a plan together to help facilitate healing, health and love in your life and relationship. Email me today to find out more...
Renee Starkey Duncan
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
Cherry Creek, Denver, CO 80206
I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to look at their issues and be willing to change. I feel the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative effort conducted in a safe and caring environment. The relationship between the therapist and the client is as important in the healing process as any techniques that are used. I feel it is important to empower individuals to go out and live a rich and fulfilling life. I certainly believe that it is a privilege and an honor to participate in helping people heal through their life's most challenging times.
I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to look at their issues and be willing to change. I feel the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative effort conducted in a safe and caring environment. The relationship between the therapist and the client is as important in the healing process as any techniques that are used. I feel it is important to empower individuals to go out and live a rich and fulfilling life. I certainly believe that it is a privilege and an honor to participate in helping people heal through their life's most challenging times.
Melanie Hanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cherry Creek, Denver, CO 80209
I strive to help clients that are having difficulties living life for themselves. I pride myself on being a counselor who is professional but approachable. When you share your story, I see the unique individual separate from the problems that you are facing. My goal is to help people nurture their self-esteem and recognition of personal freedom. Along with recognizing freedom comes with personal responsibility and accountability. I bring empathy and connection to the table to help recognize their own capabilities and creativities to navigate problems from the inter-personal to societal.
I strive to help clients that are having difficulties living life for themselves. I pride myself on being a counselor who is professional but approachable. When you share your story, I see the unique individual separate from the problems that you are facing. My goal is to help people nurture their self-esteem and recognition of personal freedom. Along with recognizing freedom comes with personal responsibility and accountability. I bring empathy and connection to the table to help recognize their own capabilities and creativities to navigate problems from the inter-personal to societal.
Jordan Lidstrom is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2018. Jordan is a therapist who values being genuine, compassionate, and supportive to help create a space for clients to share their thoughts and feelings, while also providing unique perspectives to help challenge and motivate them to live the most fulfilling life possible. She works collaboratively with clients to identify therapy goals and make the most successful and sustainable change possible. She respects the autonomy and individuality of every person and incorporates their unique strengths into the healing process.
Jordan Lidstrom is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado who has been practicing since 2018. Jordan is a therapist who values being genuine, compassionate, and supportive to help create a space for clients to share their thoughts and feelings, while also providing unique perspectives to help challenge and motivate them to live the most fulfilling life possible. She works collaboratively with clients to identify therapy goals and make the most successful and sustainable change possible. She respects the autonomy and individuality of every person and incorporates their unique strengths into the healing process.
Marisa Kraft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, AASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
When was the last time you felt safe? When you could really relax, and not worry about anything? Sometimes, the impacts of trauma are clear. The constant tension, panic, nightmares... Other signs can be trickier to recognize. Maybe you feel like you always have to be perfect. Maybe you don't know how to let yourself be vulnerable around others. Trauma can make it hard to speak up for yourself, can convince you that you are unlovable, or drive you to serve others while ultimately neglecting yourself. It can even make you sick or feel pain. Healing from trauma IS possible. It would be my privilege to help you learn how.
When was the last time you felt safe? When you could really relax, and not worry about anything? Sometimes, the impacts of trauma are clear. The constant tension, panic, nightmares... Other signs can be trickier to recognize. Maybe you feel like you always have to be perfect. Maybe you don't know how to let yourself be vulnerable around others. Trauma can make it hard to speak up for yourself, can convince you that you are unlovable, or drive you to serve others while ultimately neglecting yourself. It can even make you sick or feel pain. Healing from trauma IS possible. It would be my privilege to help you learn how.
If you’re here you might feel stuck, disconnected from yourself or others in your life. You may be overwhelmed with negative or critical thoughts about yourself and wonder why it’s hard for you to navigate life when others seem to do it effortlessly. You may have felt like you were different your whole life or like it’s hard to fit in anywhere. You are not alone. Our society is purposely crafted so that we feel constantly inferior. The truth is that there is no schedule or no one direction that works for everyone. Each person walks their own path and realizing this truth is part of the healing process.
If you’re here you might feel stuck, disconnected from yourself or others in your life. You may be overwhelmed with negative or critical thoughts about yourself and wonder why it’s hard for you to navigate life when others seem to do it effortlessly. You may have felt like you were different your whole life or like it’s hard to fit in anywhere. You are not alone. Our society is purposely crafted so that we feel constantly inferior. The truth is that there is no schedule or no one direction that works for everyone. Each person walks their own path and realizing this truth is part of the healing process.
Meet Our Transgender Therapists
Are you ready for a change, and lost about how to make it? Many of us spend a lot of our lives struggling with what should be and the challenges of what is not. Whether it be substance use, relationship orientation and desires, grief, issues of depression and anxiety, or something else that is bothering you, I hope to co-create a journey in which you can allow yourself to let down, reflect, and gain skills to change the aspects of your life that you want to see improve or shift. *I believe access to mental health care should be a basic human right and provide reduced fee services, please inquire.*
Are you ready for a change, and lost about how to make it? Many of us spend a lot of our lives struggling with what should be and the challenges of what is not. Whether it be substance use, relationship orientation and desires, grief, issues of depression and anxiety, or something else that is bothering you, I hope to co-create a journey in which you can allow yourself to let down, reflect, and gain skills to change the aspects of your life that you want to see improve or shift. *I believe access to mental health care should be a basic human right and provide reduced fee services, please inquire.*
Laura Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cherry Creek, Denver, CO 80209
Hello! My name is Laura X. Williams (she/her+), and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Addiction Counselor in the Denver area. My ideal clients are those who seek to explore potential in their own identity and relationships with an emphasis on love, sexual health, and gender. I work with couples wanting to build trust and/or are navigating complex relationships; families who are seeking stronger unity about gender and communication; and individuals who hold intersecting identities, including gender, race, and adoption. We are here to repair, heal, and explore our potential for peace, trust, and well-being together.
Hello! My name is Laura X. Williams (she/her+), and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Addiction Counselor in the Denver area. My ideal clients are those who seek to explore potential in their own identity and relationships with an emphasis on love, sexual health, and gender. I work with couples wanting to build trust and/or are navigating complex relationships; families who are seeking stronger unity about gender and communication; and individuals who hold intersecting identities, including gender, race, and adoption. We are here to repair, heal, and explore our potential for peace, trust, and well-being together.
Merissa Cope
Pre-Licensed Professional, SWC, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cherry Creek, Denver, CO 80209
Hi! Thank you for being here. Therapy is a journey, and even being on this page represents a significant step. Whether you’re an individual, couple, throuple, polycule, or friendship unit, you have a place here and I’m excited to work with you! Therapy is often difficult and vulnerable, as well as tender and joyful. I strive to embrace all of these pieces, so our work together will likely involve a shared smile or two in between the heavier moments. I hope we can work together to define and create more fulfilling relationships, from the one you have with yourself to those you have with others: platonic, romantic, familial, and more!
Hi! Thank you for being here. Therapy is a journey, and even being on this page represents a significant step. Whether you’re an individual, couple, throuple, polycule, or friendship unit, you have a place here and I’m excited to work with you! Therapy is often difficult and vulnerable, as well as tender and joyful. I strive to embrace all of these pieces, so our work together will likely involve a shared smile or two in between the heavier moments. I hope we can work together to define and create more fulfilling relationships, from the one you have with yourself to those you have with others: platonic, romantic, familial, and more!
When working with Laine in therapy, you can gain new skills to think about the world and yourself differently, to alleviate distress, to reflect on and change your behavior, and to be more fully seen and understood. At times, therapy requires difficult and uncomfortable conversations, exploring things that we would rather not and having a witness to parts of ourselves we want to hide. The work you do in therapy with Laine can help you to meet this discomfort with validation, compassion, humor, accountability, and support.
When working with Laine in therapy, you can gain new skills to think about the world and yourself differently, to alleviate distress, to reflect on and change your behavior, and to be more fully seen and understood. At times, therapy requires difficult and uncomfortable conversations, exploring things that we would rather not and having a witness to parts of ourselves we want to hide. The work you do in therapy with Laine can help you to meet this discomfort with validation, compassion, humor, accountability, and support.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Staj Hanson
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MS, MFTC
Verified Verified
Cherry Creek, Denver, CO 80209
It is your right as a human being to have fruitful, loving, and supportive relationships with others and yourself. Often, we are brought out of alignment with this truth. We come to believe that we are not deserving of love and kindness or that others are incapable of giving us these things. Therapy provides a connected space for us to explore our needs & desires, our fears & hopes. I work mostly with: LGBTQ+, non-monogamy and polyamory, relationship work, conflict resolution, gender identity and transition, queer clients, infidelity & affairs, sex and intimacy, gender-affirming care referral letters.
It is your right as a human being to have fruitful, loving, and supportive relationships with others and yourself. Often, we are brought out of alignment with this truth. We come to believe that we are not deserving of love and kindness or that others are incapable of giving us these things. Therapy provides a connected space for us to explore our needs & desires, our fears & hopes. I work mostly with: LGBTQ+, non-monogamy and polyamory, relationship work, conflict resolution, gender identity and transition, queer clients, infidelity & affairs, sex and intimacy, gender-affirming care referral letters.
I love working with individuals who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, men’s issues, spirituality/religiousness issues, and life transitions. I work with all gender-identities, but I do specialize in working with men on a variety of challenges with regard to identity, parenting, and relationships. I have a specialty training in integrating psychological practices with spiritual and religious frameworks, and can practice from a spiritual lens, or can help individuals heal previous religious trauma. I am trained in EMDR and also a certified ketamine assisted psychotherapist. I customize care to your needs.
I love working with individuals who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, men’s issues, spirituality/religiousness issues, and life transitions. I work with all gender-identities, but I do specialize in working with men on a variety of challenges with regard to identity, parenting, and relationships. I have a specialty training in integrating psychological practices with spiritual and religious frameworks, and can practice from a spiritual lens, or can help individuals heal previous religious trauma. I am trained in EMDR and also a certified ketamine assisted psychotherapist. I customize care to your needs.
Maria Mims
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSW, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy supporting couples and families dealing with communication, intimacy, waning interest, mental health issues, and maintenance. I'm particularly passionate about working with queer couples seeking a clinician with shared experience. Additionally, I'm dedicated to assisting mixed families, including those formed through adoption, queer unions, mixed-race backgrounds, and any family needing help with connection. For those seeking deeper connections, stability, and revitalized passion, I offer my support.
I enjoy supporting couples and families dealing with communication, intimacy, waning interest, mental health issues, and maintenance. I'm particularly passionate about working with queer couples seeking a clinician with shared experience. Additionally, I'm dedicated to assisting mixed families, including those formed through adoption, queer unions, mixed-race backgrounds, and any family needing help with connection. For those seeking deeper connections, stability, and revitalized passion, I offer my support.
Ken Whitney, also known as James K Whitney, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has been practicing since 2002. Ken graduated from The University of Denver with a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work/Counseling. Ken believes in Client Centered Psychotherapy, in which the client is considered an equal partner in their treatment and goals. His main areas of focus include mindfulness based depressive and anxiety treatment, Neurodynamic Couples Therapy, and trauma work using Eye Movement, Desensitization, and Reprocessing.
Ken Whitney, also known as James K Whitney, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has been practicing since 2002. Ken graduated from The University of Denver with a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work/Counseling. Ken believes in Client Centered Psychotherapy, in which the client is considered an equal partner in their treatment and goals. His main areas of focus include mindfulness based depressive and anxiety treatment, Neurodynamic Couples Therapy, and trauma work using Eye Movement, Desensitization, and Reprocessing.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.