Transgender Therapists in Denver, CO

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Maxwell Turek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
As a transgender man and dedicated therapist for my community, I understand the unique challenges that come with navigating identity, trauma, and systemic oppression.
Whether you’re processing trauma, seeking deeper self-understanding, or exploring new ways to heal, I provide a Queer affirming space to support your journey. With three years of experience working as a youth and adult therapist for the 2SLGBTQI+ community, I bring not only trained expertise but lived experience. I also provide WPATH letters!
As a transgender man and dedicated therapist for my community, I understand the unique challenges that come with navigating identity, trauma, and systemic oppression.
Whether you’re processing trauma, seeking deeper self-understanding, or exploring new ways to heal, I provide a Queer affirming space to support your journey. With three years of experience working as a youth and adult therapist for the 2SLGBTQI+ community, I bring not only trained expertise but lived experience. I also provide WPATH letters!
(720) 740-0366 View (720) 740-0366
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Avery Spratt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MFTC
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Waitlist for new clients
hey y'all, I'm Avery! I am passionate about supporting LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and ethically non-monogamous folks in embracing their authentic selves and building practical skills for self advocacy and cultivating calmness in this not so calm world. My clients often find themselves in periods of transitions, feeling misunderstood, and navigating challenges with how they relate to themselves and others. You may be struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and pressure from societal “shoulds”. Perhaps you are hoping to heal from trauma but unsure of where to begin. I am here to build a space with you where you can feel it all.
hey y'all, I'm Avery! I am passionate about supporting LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and ethically non-monogamous folks in embracing their authentic selves and building practical skills for self advocacy and cultivating calmness in this not so calm world. My clients often find themselves in periods of transitions, feeling misunderstood, and navigating challenges with how they relate to themselves and others. You may be struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and pressure from societal “shoulds”. Perhaps you are hoping to heal from trauma but unsure of where to begin. I am here to build a space with you where you can feel it all.
(720) 740-3985 View (720) 740-3985
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Merissa Cope
Clinical Social Work Candidate, SWC, MSW
6 Endorsed
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!
(720) 743-6931 View (720) 743-6931
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A. J. Durben
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Online Only
As both a therapist and a fellow human, I know how difficult it can be to navigate life with extra challenges such as complex identity and neurodivergence. I believe we can thrive regardless, despite what society has conditioned us to believe. My approach leans into warmth and humility while helping clients re-connect with their inherent worth, heal the impact of the past, and learn to regulate. I will help you explore the life experiences and narratives that challenge you showing up exactly as you are, and guide you towards the healing, authenticity, and wellness you deserve.
As both a therapist and a fellow human, I know how difficult it can be to navigate life with extra challenges such as complex identity and neurodivergence. I believe we can thrive regardless, despite what society has conditioned us to believe. My approach leans into warmth and humility while helping clients re-connect with their inherent worth, heal the impact of the past, and learn to regulate. I will help you explore the life experiences and narratives that challenge you showing up exactly as you are, and guide you towards the healing, authenticity, and wellness you deserve.
(720) 730-6798 View (720) 730-6798
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Rafi Daugherty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a transgender queer man, I have a lot of experience helping other queer and trans people through the process of coming out and taking the steps to live authentically.
I have a strong belief in the power of the therapeutic relationship as the primary healing force of therapy. Connecting with you about anything from big T traumas to your favorite type of bug is important to me. I try to embrace the awkward of being humans building a new connection over the internet. I bring a somewhat silly and non-judgmental attitude into my work with clients, and I'm always open to feedback about what style of relating might suit you best.
As a transgender queer man, I have a lot of experience helping other queer and trans people through the process of coming out and taking the steps to live authentically.
I have a strong belief in the power of the therapeutic relationship as the primary healing force of therapy. Connecting with you about anything from big T traumas to your favorite type of bug is important to me. I try to embrace the awkward of being humans building a new connection over the internet. I bring a somewhat silly and non-judgmental attitude into my work with clients, and I'm always open to feedback about what style of relating might suit you best.
(720) 513-0633 View (720) 513-0633
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Rae Beehler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80206
Waitlist for new clients
I connect best with other queer and neurodiverse folks who've tried the “fitting in” and are more interested in a sense of belonging. Maybe you're new to mental health care, or maybe you've been around a time or two (or more!)- I enjoy working with individuals who've identified as an "intellectualizer" or "over-thinker," and know that "being self-aware" only goes so far.
I connect best with other queer and neurodiverse folks who've tried the “fitting in” and are more interested in a sense of belonging. Maybe you're new to mental health care, or maybe you've been around a time or two (or more!)- I enjoy working with individuals who've identified as an "intellectualizer" or "over-thinker," and know that "being self-aware" only goes so far.
(303) 529-1250 View (303) 529-1250
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Ser Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi there! I’m Ser. 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.
Hi there! I’m Ser. 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.
(720) 741-6143 View (720) 741-6143
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Steph Ostrow
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, LMT, YT500
3 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
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.
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Bobby Tyman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
We all need a little extra suppot sometimes. I am a licensed therapist, play based childrens therapist and addiction counselor dedicated to providing support to women, young people, families and LGBTQIA+ individuals, offering a safe, inclusive, and affirming space where clients can explore their experiences, identities, and mental health. With an understanding of the unique challenges faced by these groups, I am committed to empowering clients to live authentically and work through any obstacles they may encounter
We all need a little extra suppot sometimes. I am a licensed therapist, play based childrens therapist and addiction counselor dedicated to providing support to women, young people, families and LGBTQIA+ individuals, offering a safe, inclusive, and affirming space where clients can explore their experiences, identities, and mental health. With an understanding of the unique challenges faced by these groups, I am committed to empowering clients to live authentically and work through any obstacles they may encounter
(720) 594-4726 View (720) 594-4726
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Lila Mae Kreis
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAC, SWC, EMDR-t, HAEI-SW
Online Only
I have my LAC, SWC, and I am EMDR-trained, and HAEI-SW/AAT certified. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing complex trauma, substance misuse, mood disorders, suicidal thinking, identity conflicts, and life changes. I see folks at age 12 years and up, teens and adults of all backgrounds. I have extensive experience working LGBTQ+ individuals.
I have my LAC, SWC, and I am EMDR-trained, and HAEI-SW/AAT certified. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing complex trauma, substance misuse, mood disorders, suicidal thinking, identity conflicts, and life changes. I see folks at age 12 years and up, teens and adults of all backgrounds. I have extensive experience working LGBTQ+ individuals.
(720) 702-8739 View (720) 702-8739
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Ejay Jack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80206
Are you feeling stuck (individually or as a couple) but don't know what or how to change your trajectory? I would be honored to help guide you in this process. I support individuals navigating complex relationships (as an individual or with couples), historical trauma, life transitions and evolving sexuality & gender explorations. I have extensive experience working with and supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and families. I am WPATH Certified and write gender affirming surgical letters.
Are you feeling stuck (individually or as a couple) but don't know what or how to change your trajectory? I would be honored to help guide you in this process. I support individuals navigating complex relationships (as an individual or with couples), historical trauma, life transitions and evolving sexuality & gender explorations. I have extensive experience working with and supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and families. I am WPATH Certified and write gender affirming surgical letters.
(385) 202-4401 View (385) 202-4401
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Jaime Thornley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, my name is Jaime! I'm currently accepting new clients in the evenings! My passion in counseling is working with people who identify within the LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and chronic health communities. Outside of these communities I also enjoy working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, and ADHD, and OCD to name just a few. I also love working with queer couples. If you are looking to discover more about yourself, figure out how to live your most authentic life, or learn ways to overcome your past and embrace your future, I would love the chance to connect and support you! Book with me now by clicking on my website.
Hi, my name is Jaime! I'm currently accepting new clients in the evenings! My passion in counseling is working with people who identify within the LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and chronic health communities. Outside of these communities I also enjoy working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, and ADHD, and OCD to name just a few. I also love working with queer couples. If you are looking to discover more about yourself, figure out how to live your most authentic life, or learn ways to overcome your past and embrace your future, I would love the chance to connect and support you! Book with me now by clicking on my website.
(720) 790-4167 View (720) 790-4167
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Basil Ross Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
If you are facing challenges of living outside of the cultural norm, I can help! Navigating identity and relational challenges can be extra complex when you are non-monogamous, kinky, trans, or queer. Together, we will identify what is important to you, and explore ways of being that support healing and living authentically. As a nonbinary, queer, polyamory-positive, kink-aware, trauma-informed professional, I can offer a unique perspective for those of us who exist outside of traditional roles.
If you are facing challenges of living outside of the cultural norm, I can help! Navigating identity and relational challenges can be extra complex when you are non-monogamous, kinky, trans, or queer. Together, we will identify what is important to you, and explore ways of being that support healing and living authentically. As a nonbinary, queer, polyamory-positive, kink-aware, trauma-informed professional, I can offer a unique perspective for those of us who exist outside of traditional roles.
(970) 292-6660 View (970) 292-6660
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Ash Everley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80231
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults particularly around challenges related to trauma, sexual health, and identity. I have a passion for working within the LGBTQIA+ community and providing gender affirming care for my clients. I approach the relationships I build with clients with openness, acceptance, a focus on strengths, and sometimes humor. We will work together to understand and explore your self identified needs and collaboratively forge a unique path based on what works for you.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults particularly around challenges related to trauma, sexual health, and identity. I have a passion for working within the LGBTQIA+ community and providing gender affirming care for my clients. I approach the relationships I build with clients with openness, acceptance, a focus on strengths, and sometimes humor. We will work together to understand and explore your self identified needs and collaboratively forge a unique path based on what works for you.
(720) 790-3118 View (720) 790-3118
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The Existential Bureau
Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Our ideal client is thoughtful, high-functioning, and internally overwhelmed. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma history, substance use, identity formation, or burnout while appearing capable on the outside. They need structured, evidence-based therapy that addresses underlying patterns—not just symptoms. They want relief, clarity, and alignment between their values and daily life because success without meaning or stability no longer feels sustainable.
Our ideal client is thoughtful, high-functioning, and internally overwhelmed. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma history, substance use, identity formation, or burnout while appearing capable on the outside. They need structured, evidence-based therapy that addresses underlying patterns—not just symptoms. They want relief, clarity, and alignment between their values and daily life because success without meaning or stability no longer feels sustainable.
(720) 806-6009 View (720) 806-6009
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Felix J Lefevre
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
There's something different about you. Maybe you're figuring out your sexuality, gender, or romantic life, or exploring polyamory or kink. 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 maybe your life has been changed by traumatic experiences. 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 your sexuality, gender, or romantic life, or exploring polyamory or kink. 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 maybe your life has been changed by traumatic experiences. 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.
(303) 536-8854 View (303) 536-8854
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Kaitie Vader
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a trans and queer therapist and I greatly believe in the power of having a therapist that shares identities or experiences similar to your own! I work with trans and queer youth and adults. Living in a marginalized identity brings many challenges and I offer support, skills, and a systems perspective to navigate those barriers-while also celebrating joy, resilience, successes, and all parts of your identity. I specialize in gender affirming therapy, trauma therapy, and working with historically marginalized folx. My first priorities are safety and trust, so that we can move towards healing and taking up space!
I am a trans and queer therapist and I greatly believe in the power of having a therapist that shares identities or experiences similar to your own! I work with trans and queer youth and adults. Living in a marginalized identity brings many challenges and I offer support, skills, and a systems perspective to navigate those barriers-while also celebrating joy, resilience, successes, and all parts of your identity. I specialize in gender affirming therapy, trauma therapy, and working with historically marginalized folx. My first priorities are safety and trust, so that we can move towards healing and taking up space!
(720) 797-5358 View (720) 797-5358
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Annika Nichols
Counselor, MA, LMHC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I want to help bring authenticity and change to your life the way you want it to. I'm Nick (they/them), and I’m dual licensed in two states working with FL and CO clients. I work with queer issues and gender exploration/transition, codependency and relationship problems, anxiety disorders, neurodivergence, chronic illness, trauma, and grief/loss. I also work with non-monogamous/poly clients. I’m here to provide a safe and respectful place for you to be seen and heard. You're not alone and you don’t have to keep telling yourself everything is “fine” or normal in your life - let's find a better "normal" for you to live.
I want to help bring authenticity and change to your life the way you want it to. I'm Nick (they/them), and I’m dual licensed in two states working with FL and CO clients. I work with queer issues and gender exploration/transition, codependency and relationship problems, anxiety disorders, neurodivergence, chronic illness, trauma, and grief/loss. I also work with non-monogamous/poly clients. I’m here to provide a safe and respectful place for you to be seen and heard. You're not alone and you don’t have to keep telling yourself everything is “fine” or normal in your life - let's find a better "normal" for you to live.
(720) 790-4189 View (720) 790-4189
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Beatriz Chong
Counselor, LPCC
Denver, CO 80218
Hello! I'm hoping to share space with folks who are interested in softly moving towards their challenges with slowness, curiosity, and self-compassion. I especially enjoy working with other queer and trans BIPOC folks and deep feelers. I aim to veer away from a medical approach with an emphasis on diagnoses, and rather work to support with deepening understanding of self and others, while exploring how to live in ways that feel meaningful. I typically work with folks around familial trauma, identity, depression and anxiety. You know more about you than I ever will, so I try to support folks in listening/trusting their inner wisdom.
Hello! I'm hoping to share space with folks who are interested in softly moving towards their challenges with slowness, curiosity, and self-compassion. I especially enjoy working with other queer and trans BIPOC folks and deep feelers. I aim to veer away from a medical approach with an emphasis on diagnoses, and rather work to support with deepening understanding of self and others, while exploring how to live in ways that feel meaningful. I typically work with folks around familial trauma, identity, depression and anxiety. You know more about you than I ever will, so I try to support folks in listening/trusting their inner wisdom.
(855) 970-9085 View (855) 970-9085
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Lane Barrett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm an over-40, queer and transgender, neurospicy therapist.
Having trouble with emotion regulation and tricky relationship dynamics? Are you looking to feel more balance and steadiness in your life? It may be time to invest in new neural pathways, while giving less stock to the well-trodden ones. Together we can work to better understand patterns and roadblocks, and help you unlock more freedom and ease in your everyday life. Therapy is a space to feel supported with whatever it is while gaining new insight.
I'm an over-40, queer and transgender, neurospicy therapist.
Having trouble with emotion regulation and tricky relationship dynamics? Are you looking to feel more balance and steadiness in your life? It may be time to invest in new neural pathways, while giving less stock to the well-trodden ones. Together we can work to better understand patterns and roadblocks, and help you unlock more freedom and ease in your everyday life. Therapy is a space to feel supported with whatever it is while gaining new insight.
(720) 790-7184 View (720) 790-7184

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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.