LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Denver, CO
Camille Brunel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am queer and non-binary and enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Psychotherapy can provide an invaluable space to explore our fears and suffering with a compassionate witness. Over time, we are able to befriend aspects of ourselves that we have suppressed and begin to recognize that our symptoms are coping skills we have used to survive. I seek to provide gentle guidance to clients to help them move into discomfort, expand their insight, and discover previously untapped strength and resources, while also respecting each person’s unique process and pacing. I have a holistic approach, taking into consideration the mind, body, and spirit as integral to healing.
I am queer and non-binary and enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Psychotherapy can provide an invaluable space to explore our fears and suffering with a compassionate witness. Over time, we are able to befriend aspects of ourselves that we have suppressed and begin to recognize that our symptoms are coping skills we have used to survive. I seek to provide gentle guidance to clients to help them move into discomfort, expand their insight, and discover previously untapped strength and resources, while also respecting each person’s unique process and pacing. I have a holistic approach, taking into consideration the mind, body, and spirit as integral to healing.
Joe Cardamone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Other specialties are: depression, grief/loss, self-esteem, relationships, and LGBTQ+.
My practice seeks to create warm, safe spaces for clients to release emotion and feel heard, seen, and validated. I view individuals as the experts of their own experience, and (rather than judging) my goal is to support clients as a collaborator and ally. I believe whole-heartedly that every person I come into contact with has certain strengths and tools that are useful in achieving desired outcomes. My role will always be to learn from you, identify what makes you strong and unique, and co-create goals and meaningful experiences in therapy sessions. My approach acknowledges societal injustice, culture, and oppression/privilege.
Other specialties are: depression, grief/loss, self-esteem, relationships, and LGBTQ+.
My practice seeks to create warm, safe spaces for clients to release emotion and feel heard, seen, and validated. I view individuals as the experts of their own experience, and (rather than judging) my goal is to support clients as a collaborator and ally. I believe whole-heartedly that every person I come into contact with has certain strengths and tools that are useful in achieving desired outcomes. My role will always be to learn from you, identify what makes you strong and unique, and co-create goals and meaningful experiences in therapy sessions. My approach acknowledges societal injustice, culture, and oppression/privilege.
I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and identity struggles, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community.
I specialize in supporting individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community, particularly those navigating gender and sexual identity, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I offer a compassionate, inclusive space where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and develop the tools to build resilience, heal, and create a more fulfilling, authentic life.
I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and identity struggles, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community.
I specialize in supporting individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community, particularly those navigating gender and sexual identity, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I offer a compassionate, inclusive space where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and develop the tools to build resilience, heal, and create a more fulfilling, authentic life.
I offer a range of experience working with lgbtq+/ queer as well as trans- and non-binary folks across the lifespan.
With everything happening in the world like climate change and politics it’s totally normal to be here looking for help and support. For teens, rates of anxiety and depression are on the rise (and have been on the rise). Adults are struggling too - rates of depression and anxiety are up. The world is on fire. Cue up your favorite dystopian themed song. Amid the despair, sadness, and anxiety, are opportunities for joy, and possibly even euphoria.
I offer a range of experience working with lgbtq+/ queer as well as trans- and non-binary folks across the lifespan.
With everything happening in the world like climate change and politics it’s totally normal to be here looking for help and support. For teens, rates of anxiety and depression are on the rise (and have been on the rise). Adults are struggling too - rates of depression and anxiety are up. The world is on fire. Cue up your favorite dystopian themed song. Amid the despair, sadness, and anxiety, are opportunities for joy, and possibly even euphoria.
Charlie Mayer-Twomey - Mountain Thrive Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
I specialize in mood related problems (depression, anxiety, bipolar), ADHD, trauma, grief, parent support and LGBTQ+ related issues.
Through support and encouragement, everyone can have the ability to create positive change and find a balance in their lives. A strength-based approach can allow for the opportunity to identify successes, reestablish healthy patterns and learn new ways to deal with everyday life. Together, we can create goals that you or your child hope to achieve.
I specialize in mood related problems (depression, anxiety, bipolar), ADHD, trauma, grief, parent support and LGBTQ+ related issues.
Through support and encouragement, everyone can have the ability to create positive change and find a balance in their lives. A strength-based approach can allow for the opportunity to identify successes, reestablish healthy patterns and learn new ways to deal with everyday life. Together, we can create goals that you or your child hope to achieve.
I welcome gay clients and their allies.
If you're dealing with a significant change in life, whether having a loved one pass, starting a new job, or just adjusting to a new city, dealing with change is my specialty. Having completed coursework for a PhD in Depth Psychology and currently completing a Doctor of Education, I am skilled at working with various issues that I am happy to discuss with you. What sets me apart from others isn't so much the types of issues I work with, but how we work with one another.
I welcome gay clients and their allies.
If you're dealing with a significant change in life, whether having a loved one pass, starting a new job, or just adjusting to a new city, dealing with change is my specialty. Having completed coursework for a PhD in Depth Psychology and currently completing a Doctor of Education, I am skilled at working with various issues that I am happy to discuss with you. What sets me apart from others isn't so much the types of issues I work with, but how we work with one another.
As a queer man, I'm especially passionate about serving LGBTQ+ communities and have experience providing affirmative therapy and WPATH-adherent letters of support for gender-affirming procedures.
My clinical approach is focused on building collaborative, warm, and authentic working relationships with clients that support their healing. I work from an integrated clinical lens rooted in cognitive-behavioral, humanistic-existential, and relational therapies. Since no two people are alike, I will always seek to tailor my approach to your specific needs.
As a queer man, I'm especially passionate about serving LGBTQ+ communities and have experience providing affirmative therapy and WPATH-adherent letters of support for gender-affirming procedures.
My clinical approach is focused on building collaborative, warm, and authentic working relationships with clients that support their healing. I work from an integrated clinical lens rooted in cognitive-behavioral, humanistic-existential, and relational therapies. Since no two people are alike, I will always seek to tailor my approach to your specific needs.
I specialize in LGBTQIA+ concerns, addressing specific phobias, and processing traumatic experiences.
I hold an MSW and am a Licensed Certified Social Worker. My approach is grounded several evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). I integrate yoga and meditation into sessions when indicated, drawing on 20 years of experience.
I specialize in LGBTQIA+ concerns, addressing specific phobias, and processing traumatic experiences.
I hold an MSW and am a Licensed Certified Social Worker. My approach is grounded several evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). I integrate yoga and meditation into sessions when indicated, drawing on 20 years of experience.
I am passionate and experienced in working with LGBTQ+ populations, helping couples build healthy relationships, and supporting men develop stronger mental and emotional awareness.
So often, we feel stuck or trapped by social circumstances and expectations. As an LGBTQ+ therapist and writer, I am skilled at sharing my natural curiosity, and an outside perspective with all my clients. This helps those I work with see themselves in new ways and understand where change can occur for a happier and healthier quality of life.
I am passionate and experienced in working with LGBTQ+ populations, helping couples build healthy relationships, and supporting men develop stronger mental and emotional awareness.
So often, we feel stuck or trapped by social circumstances and expectations. As an LGBTQ+ therapist and writer, I am skilled at sharing my natural curiosity, and an outside perspective with all my clients. This helps those I work with see themselves in new ways and understand where change can occur for a happier and healthier quality of life.
Heartland Healing Counseling & Consultation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMHC, MSW
Online Only
Heartland Psychotherapy centers LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities, working with motivated individuals to build insight, confront obstacles to well-being, and heal trauma to move toward self-actualization & joy.
Our therapists provide evidence-based psychotherapy across a wide breadth of diagnoses, and utilize many therapeutic modalities based on individual need, including CBT, DBT, EFT & expressive arts and experiential therapies. Providers at HHC utilize clients' strengths and lived experience to affect positive change and work toward liberation.
Heartland Psychotherapy centers LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities, working with motivated individuals to build insight, confront obstacles to well-being, and heal trauma to move toward self-actualization & joy.
Our therapists provide evidence-based psychotherapy across a wide breadth of diagnoses, and utilize many therapeutic modalities based on individual need, including CBT, DBT, EFT & expressive arts and experiential therapies. Providers at HHC utilize clients' strengths and lived experience to affect positive change and work toward liberation.
Jasmine Hansen | Somatic Queer Affirming Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
I specialize in complex trauma, relationships, couples, neurodivergence, and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, and young adults (18+).
You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, drained, misunderstood, and disconnected from your body, needs, or relationship. You may have learned to appease the emotions and needs of others first and hide or criticize parts of yourself. If you are seeking relief from depression, anxiety, self-criticism, shame, feeling disconnected, or weighed down by trauma or other experiences, I'm here to tell you that healing and compassion for all parts of you is possible. And I'd be honored to be right there with you in your healing.
I specialize in complex trauma, relationships, couples, neurodivergence, and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, and young adults (18+).
You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, drained, misunderstood, and disconnected from your body, needs, or relationship. You may have learned to appease the emotions and needs of others first and hide or criticize parts of yourself. If you are seeking relief from depression, anxiety, self-criticism, shame, feeling disconnected, or weighed down by trauma or other experiences, I'm here to tell you that healing and compassion for all parts of you is possible. And I'd be honored to be right there with you in your healing.
Much of my background involves working with the Neuro-Diverse community and the LGBTQIA+ community.
As an attachment focused trauma therapist, I am certified in EMDR and an EMDRIA approved Consultant-in-Training. My EMDR practice is informed by my training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and EcoTherapy
Much of my background involves working with the Neuro-Diverse community and the LGBTQIA+ community.
As an attachment focused trauma therapist, I am certified in EMDR and an EMDRIA approved Consultant-in-Training. My EMDR practice is informed by my training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and EcoTherapy
My specialty is working with people who are LGBTQ, I am a proud trans & nonbinary person.
Ready to build a better relationship with yourself? Strengthen your mind and body connection? Learning about yourself and loving yourself is a process that takes time, compassion, and support. Let’s collaborate to deepen your connection with your authentic self! I believe you have medicine within! You know yourself, your history and circumstances best, let's figure out what tools will serve you best to get you from where you are to where you want to be. My work helps people deepen their connection with their true self through affirming exploration. I offer telehealth services only, licensed in CO, FL and OR.
My specialty is working with people who are LGBTQ, I am a proud trans & nonbinary person.
Ready to build a better relationship with yourself? Strengthen your mind and body connection? Learning about yourself and loving yourself is a process that takes time, compassion, and support. Let’s collaborate to deepen your connection with your authentic self! I believe you have medicine within! You know yourself, your history and circumstances best, let's figure out what tools will serve you best to get you from where you are to where you want to be. My work helps people deepen their connection with their true self through affirming exploration. I offer telehealth services only, licensed in CO, FL and OR.
With a focus on the LGBTQ+ community, I work with clients who are trying to better understand themselves and where they fit in the world.
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.
With a focus on the LGBTQ+ community, I work with clients who are trying to better understand themselves and where they fit in the world.
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.
I am work with all types of individuals, but have the most experience with the LGBTQ+ population, men, and neurodivergent clients.
Do you ever struggle to feel confident, motivated, or productive? Maybe you're even self aware of your areas of difficulty, but you still struggle to make positive changes. You are not alone, and there is nothing "wrong" with you. Through building a genuine, supportive, and comfortable therapeutic relationship, I aim to help individuals highlight their own strengths, acknowledge potential shame and other challenges stunting growth, and feel empowered to take charge of their experience.
I am work with all types of individuals, but have the most experience with the LGBTQ+ population, men, and neurodivergent clients.
Do you ever struggle to feel confident, motivated, or productive? Maybe you're even self aware of your areas of difficulty, but you still struggle to make positive changes. You are not alone, and there is nothing "wrong" with you. Through building a genuine, supportive, and comfortable therapeutic relationship, I aim to help individuals highlight their own strengths, acknowledge potential shame and other challenges stunting growth, and feel empowered to take charge of their experience.
My primary areas of expertise are in sex therapy, LGBTQ populations, couples, parent coaching, child behavioral challenges, intimacy, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, and depression.
My goal is to improve relationships, sex, intimacy, sexuality and gender identity to enhance quality of life. I strive to create a safe and accepting space to explore and discover an authentic lifestyle within these aspects of life. Through a sex positive approach, the goal is to reduce shame and enhance authenticity. Beginning with the exploration with relationship to self, my clients are able to enhance their relationships with others. Challenging the messages, beliefs and values family and societal has created allows for clients to learn and create their own narrative for the life that aligns with them.
My primary areas of expertise are in sex therapy, LGBTQ populations, couples, parent coaching, child behavioral challenges, intimacy, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, and depression.
My goal is to improve relationships, sex, intimacy, sexuality and gender identity to enhance quality of life. I strive to create a safe and accepting space to explore and discover an authentic lifestyle within these aspects of life. Through a sex positive approach, the goal is to reduce shame and enhance authenticity. Beginning with the exploration with relationship to self, my clients are able to enhance their relationships with others. Challenging the messages, beliefs and values family and societal has created allows for clients to learn and create their own narrative for the life that aligns with them.
Amy Scism Specialized In E M D R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
I am queer, non-judgmental, and semi-hip.
You find yourself constantly avoiding triggers, unable to go certain places or do things that remind you of your unresolved hurt - a lost relationship, childhood abandonment, the death of someone you love dearly. You feel limited and held back by your painful past. You get sucked into self help videos on Tik-Tok looking for a solution and find yourself feeling empty after hours of scrolling. Together we can face the past head on. I guide clients to work through past hurt and do the work to heal. My clients finish therapy confident, emotionally healthy, and free to move forward into a hopeful future.
I am queer, non-judgmental, and semi-hip.
You find yourself constantly avoiding triggers, unable to go certain places or do things that remind you of your unresolved hurt - a lost relationship, childhood abandonment, the death of someone you love dearly. You feel limited and held back by your painful past. You get sucked into self help videos on Tik-Tok looking for a solution and find yourself feeling empty after hours of scrolling. Together we can face the past head on. I guide clients to work through past hurt and do the work to heal. My clients finish therapy confident, emotionally healthy, and free to move forward into a hopeful future.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals who are working to heal through difficult times, relate to their lives with more compassion, and make sustainable and effective changes.
Together, we will honor the wisdom you already carry, cultivate a deep sense of safety and belonging, and work towards sustainable, long-term growth. We’ll dismantle outdated beliefs, practice self-compassion as an act of radical resistance, regulate our nervous system through somatic work, creative expression, and skill-building to foster true relief.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals who are working to heal through difficult times, relate to their lives with more compassion, and make sustainable and effective changes.
Together, we will honor the wisdom you already carry, cultivate a deep sense of safety and belonging, and work towards sustainable, long-term growth. We’ll dismantle outdated beliefs, practice self-compassion as an act of radical resistance, regulate our nervous system through somatic work, creative expression, and skill-building to foster true relief.
I’m a trans/non-binary, bilingual (English and Spanish) therapist with a deep understanding of how our communities are affected by trauma, grief, and inequity, but who also believes healing and liberation are possible.
I use solution focused, narrative and trauma informed approaches to support clients with issues including: trauma/sexual violence, immigration/acculturation stress, coming out and living authentically as LGBTQIA2S+, depression, anxiety, and OCD, grief (including pregnancy loss), structural racism/classism/sexism/homophobia/transphobia, family/relationships.
I’m a trans/non-binary, bilingual (English and Spanish) therapist with a deep understanding of how our communities are affected by trauma, grief, and inequity, but who also believes healing and liberation are possible.
I use solution focused, narrative and trauma informed approaches to support clients with issues including: trauma/sexual violence, immigration/acculturation stress, coming out and living authentically as LGBTQIA2S+, depression, anxiety, and OCD, grief (including pregnancy loss), structural racism/classism/sexism/homophobia/transphobia, family/relationships.
My work is affirming of all ethnicities, faith communities, cultural identities, and gender and sexual orientations ( Gay/ LGBT).
Is pornography, cybersex, or sexual addiction impacting your life? Are you feeling alone, sexually rejected, or struggling with low desire in your relationship? Do you want more sexual and emotion intimacy? Are you concerned about your sexual identity or sexual functioning?
It is common for people to encounter sexual problems, at any age. What is uncommon is for people to do something about those problems before they irreparably damage their self-esteem and relationships. Left unmanaged, anger, shame, and fear increase. The sooner you come in for help the better chance you have of growing a happy, healthy sexual life.
My work is affirming of all ethnicities, faith communities, cultural identities, and gender and sexual orientations ( Gay/ LGBT).
Is pornography, cybersex, or sexual addiction impacting your life? Are you feeling alone, sexually rejected, or struggling with low desire in your relationship? Do you want more sexual and emotion intimacy? Are you concerned about your sexual identity or sexual functioning?
It is common for people to encounter sexual problems, at any age. What is uncommon is for people to do something about those problems before they irreparably damage their self-esteem and relationships. Left unmanaged, anger, shame, and fear increase. The sooner you come in for help the better chance you have of growing a happy, healthy sexual 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.