LGBTQ+ Therapists in Durango, CO
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Adrienne Marcellus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Additionally, as a
queer
identifying person, I create a safe space for those that identify with the
LGBTQ
+ and Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Expansive community.
I work with folks who are ready to emerge into healing, break out of the boxes, move into the various shades of grey, and live the life that they deserve. I work with adults who are currently experiencing and struggling with symptoms of ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, low self esteem, life transitional periods, communication/emotional skill building, and relationship concerns.

Maura R Nolan
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I enjoy working with diverse groups of individuals and have extensive experience treating adolescents, adults, women, and the
LGBTQIA
communities.
The journey of life is filled with wonder, but it can also be completely overwhelming. We can feel consumed by our trauma and emotions, play out patterns of behavior over and over, and let our inner critic run wild. Sometimes it feels like we are just existing rather than fully living. Allowing yourself to be vulnerable with another person can be daunting. Whatever has brought you to therapy - I encourage you to come as you are. There is nothing I have not heard before. In turn, I promise my clients unconditional acceptance, genuine connection, and a therapeutic foundation built on trust as we embark on this brave journey together.

Phoenix Rising
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
Verified
Are you a 10- to 24-year-old Autistic, ADD/ADHDer, or Highly Sensitive Person? Does your identity intersect with the
LGBTQ
+, BIPOC, or EMM/Poly communities? Have you tried talk therapy only to feel misunderstood, judged and more confused? I would love to support your healing journey. I use a nervous system's perspective that can provide relief from suffering faster than traditional talk therapy. You'll learn coping tools and techniques to get out of fight/flight/freeze patterns. I've found this model extremely successful for sensory neurodivergent people, and I hope you'll consider trying it.

Lauren Glass
Counselor, LPCC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I am a therapist who helps individuals, organizations, and groups thrive. I invite my clients to practice new futures and live into new stories. Healing is creating possibilities and enlivening potentialities. I support folks to shift into resilient states and discover more ease in daily living. Populations I particularly enjoy working with include "Quarterlifers" between the ages of 20-40,
LGBTQIA
+ folks, people who have experienced outdoor trauma or accidents, and those in life transitions.

Jo Ellen M Bourg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Areas of Expertise: I have experience in Early Intervention and childhood development, behavioral techniques, integrative parenting strategies, addictions, holistic exploration, mental illnesses, trauma,
LGBT
issues, anxiety, life coaching, and interpersonal, coping, and communication skills development.
My role as a therapist is not independent, but a partnership. I am a collaborator and facilitate exploration as a means of helping to determine what best serves you and helping you to empower yourself to make desired changes. I understand that it can be awkward or stressful to make the call or take the step to talk to someone. I will do my best to help you feel safe and comfortable with me. Confidentiality is sacred. If you should find that I am not the therapist for you I will help you find someone who would be a better fit for your needs.
Waitlist for new clients

Abby Kubicek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with sexual health, couple's communication, affairs, poly/open/swinging relationships, and
LGBTQIA
+ issues.
I have always been pulled towards topics that many in society do not want to talk about – sex, death, money, religion, addiction, and many others. I have seen what happens to individuals when they are left to struggle with these topics alone. Some feel guilt, fear, anxiety, depression, or just an overall sense that they are not allowed to be who they really are. My goal in therapy is to provide a safe space for individuals or those in relationship to talk about these topics and feelings. I work with them to develop the tools to grow into being confident, unashamed, and authentically themselves.

Sarah Sticha
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, LPC-S
Verified
Verified
I am licensed in Colorado with 5 years of professional experience. My work with adults focuses on two main areas: complex trauma and attachment issues; and supporting professionals struggling with compassion fatigue, secondary trauma, and burnout. I am a LGBTQIA2S+ ally and work with youth struggling with gender, identity, and neurodivergence issues. I also work with
queer
youth and their families to provide psychoeducation and promote family cohesion. Finally, I provide consultation services for students and families struggling to navigate school-based systems of support such as MTSS, IDT, IEPs, 504s, BOCES, SPED, and the like.

Polaris Partners Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Specialties include: depression, anxiety, addictions, chronic pain, PTSD, grief & loss,
LGBTQ
, mood disorders, family conflict, dual diagnosis, neurofeedback, EMDR and healing from trauma, abuse, and neglect.
Currently accepting new telehealth clients, Northern CO, Denver, Western Slope (CCHA, COAccess, RMHP) We at Polaris Partners help people chart a course to their full potential. Our staff has a breadth of training and expertise to help clients navigate life's obstacles and we build strong relationships to reach clients and connect them with sources of support and strength. We strive to be the community's first choice in collaborating with clients and their communities to help clients get their bearings and return to their true path. We look forward to partnering with you in the next steps of your journey toward optimum mental health.

Dr. Ava Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, CST, MSW, MS
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Dr. Ava Cohen is an ASECT Certified Sex Therapist (CST), and holds a PhD in Clinical Sexology. Ava works with individuals & couples on any matter related to sex, intimacy and relationships. She works with you to help you to identify your sexual goals and by offering education, resources, tools and techniques to help you meet those goals.
Not accepting new clients

Jennifer Fiebig
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LPC, NCC
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
I believe in forming a strong and trusting relationship with my clients. I am known for my warmth, patience, curiosity, creativity and energy. I work successfully with individuals who feel stuck; that something is blocking them from getting to where they want to be. They may have lost their motivation, self-confidence, feel sad or fearful, have difficulties in relationships, or are haunted by things that have happened to them. I am attentive to how each individual takes in information and engage that learning style in sessions. My ultimate goal is to help others be more aware of who they are.

Matthew Winchester Smith
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Whatever has happened to you, I want you to know that there is someone who can help you create new habits and relationships with yourself and loved ones. Whether you have trauma or other mental health concerns, I'm a person who can help you navigate wherever you might be on your journey through healing. I have experience working with adolescents and their families, young adults, and adults. Call or text me at (405) 664-7519 to speak with me.

Gaylene Ludwig
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Striking moments in our lives reveal to us how we feel about ourselves and the lives we are living. Feeling stuck can be one of those revealing moments and while you might be unsure why you even feel this way, this can motivate making that needed change even while feeling unsure where to start. As a professional eager to hear your story and encourage you in your healthy changes, I am here to work with you in a compassionate, empathetic fashion.

Anja Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
As we move through life there are hurdles we encounter that can cause us to feel stuck, overwhelmed, and defeated. We may lose our sense of connection, self, or direction. Yet underneath that, I believe everyone possesses rich potential for purposeful growth and change. By cultivating resilience, nurturing curiosity, and practicing self-compassion we can soothe the parts of ourselves that need attention and feel secure in our belonging.

Jeni Breezley
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I work primarily with individual adults, young adults and teens ages 18+ who find themselves in need of extra support, whether due to sudden life changes or longer term issues.

Sarah St. John Counseling, Coaching, and Healing
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Life is a wild ride and I can help you ride the waves with grace, clarity, humor, and compassion. I show up fully to create a healing space for you and your unique journey. I offer counseling services that include different counseling practices such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, DBT, and others. I will work with you to heal the parts that need healing and develop counseling goals that are supportive to your growth. I look forward to talking with you, hearing your world, and it's my honor to partner with you in your counseling journey!

Gabriel Bernier
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Being a human is hard, and being alone in our suffering is unbearable. Living begins with connection. And that's where our work begins, too. If you choose to work with me, we'll use that connection to explore what's under the surface--to identify the unconscious drivers of our actions, some of which may be getting in the way of what we really want out of this one sweet life. Maybe your relationships don't work out the way you want, or maybe you're struggling to find your place in a career, or in community. Maybe a life transition or questions of identity leave you swirling.

Sandralynn Johnson LPC LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LLC
Verified
Verified
Hi. I hope to meet you soon. As a therapist and human, I have a unique perspective on life and healing. I grew up in Denver in the Sun Valley Housing Projects. We were financially limited and my only parent struggled with addictions. I know what it takes to heal from childhood trauma and learn to thrive and enjoy my life. I can also offer Life Coaching using the Human Design system. 15 min free consultation call for you to ask questions.
Waitlist for new clients

Meghan Ashley Doenges (Riversage Counseling)
Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified
Verified
The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are: This quote was written by Carl Jung, a psychoanalyst well-known for his work in dream analysis. This exemplifies the philosophy I bring to counseling and my life overall. I take an empowered approach to counseling which believes we all hold the necessary answers within ourselves, sometimes we just need a qualified guide to help in our self-exploration. Suffering is a natural part of the human experience, and I seek to work with others to have greater agency and understanding over this suffering.

Aaron Belson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I love to work with people who also enjoy the outdoors. It is a great way to connect with ourselves and our community. I often draw upon this strength to help you achieve your goals in therapy.
Not accepting new clients

Robert T. DeMoss
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Psychotherapy is much more than the removal of symptoms. I help individuals embrace their lives! I work with adults, aging adults, and adolescents who may have symptoms of anxiety, depression, learning disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorders, brain traumas, Autism spectrum disorders, PTSD and all emotional concerns. I'm particularly interested in working with clients who have PTSD and/or those in 12-step programs who need additional help to supplement their step work; who want to work with a therapist who understands and supports the 12-step approach.
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