LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Fruita, CO
I specialize in couples therapy, and breaking negative patterns. ALL couples, and individuals, can get stuck in negative patterns. Our good intentions can get lost in our reactive behaviors. I can help you get unstuck and feel connected again. You don't have to feel so alone!
I specialize in couples therapy, and breaking negative patterns. ALL couples, and individuals, can get stuck in negative patterns. Our good intentions can get lost in our reactive behaviors. I can help you get unstuck and feel connected again. You don't have to feel so alone!
LGBTQIA friendly.
My specialties are women's issues, trauma, anxiety, LGBTQ issues and addictions. I use: Cognitive Behavioral, Brief Person Centered, EMDR, Hypnosis, Mindfulness and DBT skill building. I am also an equine therapist and believe in the power of animals to heal.I believe in a holistic approach and encourage healing of mind, body and spirit.
LGBTQIA friendly.
My specialties are women's issues, trauma, anxiety, LGBTQ issues and addictions. I use: Cognitive Behavioral, Brief Person Centered, EMDR, Hypnosis, Mindfulness and DBT skill building. I am also an equine therapist and believe in the power of animals to heal.I believe in a holistic approach and encourage healing of mind, body and spirit.
Kymberly Maestas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP, CAS NCC
1 Endorsed
Fruita, CO 81521
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating trauma, struggling with substance use, or facing major life changes—and you're not alone. Therapy can be a place to process difficult emotions, rebuild confidence, and create lasting change. I offer a supportive, judgment-free space where we can work together to understand what’s holding you back and help you move forward with clarity, strength, and purpose.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating trauma, struggling with substance use, or facing major life changes—and you're not alone. Therapy can be a place to process difficult emotions, rebuild confidence, and create lasting change. I offer a supportive, judgment-free space where we can work together to understand what’s holding you back and help you move forward with clarity, strength, and purpose.
Schedule instantly through my website link in my profile! Hello, I’m Nathan, the owner of Alchemical Bonds Therapy, PLLC, and I’m here to help you heal, learn, and grow.
I enjoy helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of their personal lives, relationships, intimacy, and sexuality. Whether you're facing relationship concerns, communication challenges, intimacy issues, or personal challenges, I'm here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space to address and explore your needs. Much of this comes from the stories that we tell ourselves and the alignment or misalignment of how we think, feel, act, and communicate.
Schedule instantly through my website link in my profile! Hello, I’m Nathan, the owner of Alchemical Bonds Therapy, PLLC, and I’m here to help you heal, learn, and grow.
I enjoy helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of their personal lives, relationships, intimacy, and sexuality. Whether you're facing relationship concerns, communication challenges, intimacy issues, or personal challenges, I'm here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space to address and explore your needs. Much of this comes from the stories that we tell ourselves and the alignment or misalignment of how we think, feel, act, and communicate.
I also worked with college students before, giving me experience working with LGBTQIA and racial minority populations.
Hi there! I understand that seeking help can be a big step, and I'm glad you took it. I believe that everyone is capable of change with the right support, tools, and willingness to invest in themselves. I work with people experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body image issues, OCD, grief, relationship conflict, mood disorders, and trauma. I also offer couples counseling that focuses on healthy communication, attachment styles, and conflict-resolution skills. As a therapist at Autumn Mind, I hope we can work as a team to reach your goals and find solutions to the concerns that brought you into therapy.
I also worked with college students before, giving me experience working with LGBTQIA and racial minority populations.
Hi there! I understand that seeking help can be a big step, and I'm glad you took it. I believe that everyone is capable of change with the right support, tools, and willingness to invest in themselves. I work with people experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body image issues, OCD, grief, relationship conflict, mood disorders, and trauma. I also offer couples counseling that focuses on healthy communication, attachment styles, and conflict-resolution skills. As a therapist at Autumn Mind, I hope we can work as a team to reach your goals and find solutions to the concerns that brought you into therapy.
Do you feel like life is just giving it to you, and won’t let up? Are you feeling overwhelmed, unseen, invalidated, or just beat down? Maybe you just tragically lost someone special, your whole world is upside down, and your emotions have taken control. Maybe something unexpected and outside of your control happened, and you feel unsafe and unable to be. Maybe you feel numb. Maybe rage has taken over, a rage that scares the important people in your life, and honestly even scares you. Maybe the negative self talk seems constant, and you no longer have the energy to fight it. Maybe life just does not seem as bright at it once did.
Do you feel like life is just giving it to you, and won’t let up? Are you feeling overwhelmed, unseen, invalidated, or just beat down? Maybe you just tragically lost someone special, your whole world is upside down, and your emotions have taken control. Maybe something unexpected and outside of your control happened, and you feel unsafe and unable to be. Maybe you feel numb. Maybe rage has taken over, a rage that scares the important people in your life, and honestly even scares you. Maybe the negative self talk seems constant, and you no longer have the energy to fight it. Maybe life just does not seem as bright at it once did.
I’m not your average therapist. I show up as a real person who dresses for comfort, my office is cozy, I use humor (sometimes dark), sometimes I cuss (like most of us do), and I don’t pretend to be the best therapist, and my job isn’t to be "perfect". It’s to meet you exactly where you are, honoring you as the expert on your own story, while I bring the experience, expertise and knowledge in mental health. You don’t have to have the right words or have to explain everything perfectly. Therapy should be a safe space where you can show up, just as you are.
I’m not your average therapist. I show up as a real person who dresses for comfort, my office is cozy, I use humor (sometimes dark), sometimes I cuss (like most of us do), and I don’t pretend to be the best therapist, and my job isn’t to be "perfect". It’s to meet you exactly where you are, honoring you as the expert on your own story, while I bring the experience, expertise and knowledge in mental health. You don’t have to have the right words or have to explain everything perfectly. Therapy should be a safe space where you can show up, just as you are.
Therapy is a space for mental maintenance—a place to care for your well-being, grow, and navigate life’s challenges. I work with individuals and couples who want to improve communication, rebuild trust, and feel more connected in their relationships. Some are navigating conflict, life transitions, or stress, while others are exploring personal growth and self-understanding. Using evidence-based approaches—like client-centered strategies, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy—I help clients uncover patterns, build tools for lasting change, and approach challenges with clarity and confidence.
Therapy is a space for mental maintenance—a place to care for your well-being, grow, and navigate life’s challenges. I work with individuals and couples who want to improve communication, rebuild trust, and feel more connected in their relationships. Some are navigating conflict, life transitions, or stress, while others are exploring personal growth and self-understanding. Using evidence-based approaches—like client-centered strategies, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy—I help clients uncover patterns, build tools for lasting change, and approach challenges with clarity and confidence.
Gaylene Ludwig
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Pivotal moments in our lives reveal to us how we feel about ourselves in 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 you making those needed changes 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.
Pivotal moments in our lives reveal to us how we feel about ourselves in 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 you making those needed changes 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.
Now accepting new patients. Visit our website or call to schedule. Hello, I am Annabella Cordova Barnes, a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adolescents ages 14 and older and adults. I help with substance use recovery, anxiety, mood concerns, borderline personality disorder, and trauma. I offer a safe and supportive space where you feel heard and understood. Together we build insight, emotional balance, and resilience so you can feel more confident and grounded in your daily life.
Now accepting new patients. Visit our website or call to schedule. Hello, I am Annabella Cordova Barnes, a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adolescents ages 14 and older and adults. I help with substance use recovery, anxiety, mood concerns, borderline personality disorder, and trauma. I offer a safe and supportive space where you feel heard and understood. Together we build insight, emotional balance, and resilience so you can feel more confident and grounded in your daily life.
I am sex-positive and welcoming to LGBTQIA+ clients.
I received my undergraduate in Psychology and my master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I spent the better part of the last decade focusing entirely on trauma and attachment. I bring an awareness of trauma from personal experience that cannot be taught. I've walked my own path toward healing and I will walk alongside you as you do the same.
I am sex-positive and welcoming to LGBTQIA+ clients.
I received my undergraduate in Psychology and my master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I spent the better part of the last decade focusing entirely on trauma and attachment. I bring an awareness of trauma from personal experience that cannot be taught. I've walked my own path toward healing and I will walk alongside you as you do the same.
Currently accepting new clients! If you’re interested in becoming a better, happier, more fulfilled you, I’d love to work with you every step of the way. Please contact me! My personal goal as a clinician is to help you gain insight, access new coping skills and feel empowered. Whether you are struggling with trauma, suicidal ideations, addiction, or dual diagnosis, it is my goal to provide a different perspective with your concerns and help you better understand your emotions. I strive to provide safe and supportive space to encourage personal growth, hope, and healing.
Currently accepting new clients! If you’re interested in becoming a better, happier, more fulfilled you, I’d love to work with you every step of the way. Please contact me! My personal goal as a clinician is to help you gain insight, access new coping skills and feel empowered. Whether you are struggling with trauma, suicidal ideations, addiction, or dual diagnosis, it is my goal to provide a different perspective with your concerns and help you better understand your emotions. I strive to provide safe and supportive space to encourage personal growth, hope, and healing.
Have you been struggling with parenting and need help managing your own triggers? Do you feel anxious and overwhelmed? I have worked with families and adults to heal from their childhood trauma to have more meaningful relationships as adults and be better parents/partners. I'm here to help you through these hard life changes and work together to co-regulate and heal. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and have a trauma-focused lens. I also use mindfulness and neurological practices to increase executive function and decrease trauma responses. Modalities also include ACT, art, solution-focused brief therapy, and DBT.
Have you been struggling with parenting and need help managing your own triggers? Do you feel anxious and overwhelmed? I have worked with families and adults to heal from their childhood trauma to have more meaningful relationships as adults and be better parents/partners. I'm here to help you through these hard life changes and work together to co-regulate and heal. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and have a trauma-focused lens. I also use mindfulness and neurological practices to increase executive function and decrease trauma responses. Modalities also include ACT, art, solution-focused brief therapy, and DBT.
I am passionate about supporting people to connect with a greater sense of possibility and empowerment in their lives. By doing the hard but important work of confronting and shifting limiting beliefs, exploring family and relationship dynamics, and re-processing trauma in a safe and supported space, it is possible to achieve robust mental well-being and be able to experience joy and fulfillment again. I will support you in uncovering what is keeping you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, and chronically stressed and teach you healthy and adaptive ways of managing challenging emotions and experiences.
I am passionate about supporting people to connect with a greater sense of possibility and empowerment in their lives. By doing the hard but important work of confronting and shifting limiting beliefs, exploring family and relationship dynamics, and re-processing trauma in a safe and supported space, it is possible to achieve robust mental well-being and be able to experience joy and fulfillment again. I will support you in uncovering what is keeping you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, and chronically stressed and teach you healthy and adaptive ways of managing challenging emotions and experiences.
Creative Directions Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT-S
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Creative Directions Counseling & Consulting, LLC focuses on the experience of therapy and integrating your senses with what is important to you. We encourage you to embrace your play, reconnect with your inner-self, and revitalize your passion for life. Visit our website and complete a referral now: www.creativedirectionscc.org/referral
Creative Directions Counseling & Consulting, LLC focuses on the experience of therapy and integrating your senses with what is important to you. We encourage you to embrace your play, reconnect with your inner-self, and revitalize your passion for life. Visit our website and complete a referral now: www.creativedirectionscc.org/referral
You are doing the best you can but life has thrown you a few loops and you are looking for new ways to manage these issues. You are ready to make positive changes and live your best life. And you are in the right place! Welcome to therapy! You are taking one of the most positive steps forward to achieving mental health. Whether you struggle with a trauma history, depression, anxiety, or relationship issues, I'm here for you.
You are doing the best you can but life has thrown you a few loops and you are looking for new ways to manage these issues. You are ready to make positive changes and live your best life. And you are in the right place! Welcome to therapy! You are taking one of the most positive steps forward to achieving mental health. Whether you struggle with a trauma history, depression, anxiety, or relationship issues, I'm here for you.
I work with folks experiencing symptoms associated with post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression using EMDR and parts work (including Ego States and Internal Family Systems). These modalities acknowledge how traumatic experiences can shape our personalities and responses to triggers in ways that are deeply-rooted and challenging to untangle. I strive to help clients see more clearly the direct (or indirect) link between their challenging life experiences and the behaviors they find ineffective for them. If we know the "why" of our responses then we can finally start working toward the "how" of changing it.
I work with folks experiencing symptoms associated with post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression using EMDR and parts work (including Ego States and Internal Family Systems). These modalities acknowledge how traumatic experiences can shape our personalities and responses to triggers in ways that are deeply-rooted and challenging to untangle. I strive to help clients see more clearly the direct (or indirect) link between their challenging life experiences and the behaviors they find ineffective for them. If we know the "why" of our responses then we can finally start working toward the "how" of changing it.
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Experience working with LGBTQ, couples, adults, teens and families in understanding and processing through life transitions, specializing in grief, depression, life adjustments, self-awareness, trauma, communication, conflict management and growth.
Let's talk. At some point we all have experienced uncertainty, confusion, sadness or feeling lost. A stagnant barrier limiting happiness in waking up, the ability to feel comfortable with positive choices, trust and communication in relationships, or create healthy coping. By using a person-centered and humanistic approach with individuals and couples struggling with their emotions and mental health, we can explore a journey of self -discovery and attachment. Build skills needed for personal growth, overcome barriers you may be facing and recognize your strengths, start building upon new ones and embracing self-awareness.
Experience working with LGBTQ, couples, adults, teens and families in understanding and processing through life transitions, specializing in grief, depression, life adjustments, self-awareness, trauma, communication, conflict management and growth.
Let's talk. At some point we all have experienced uncertainty, confusion, sadness or feeling lost. A stagnant barrier limiting happiness in waking up, the ability to feel comfortable with positive choices, trust and communication in relationships, or create healthy coping. By using a person-centered and humanistic approach with individuals and couples struggling with their emotions and mental health, we can explore a journey of self -discovery and attachment. Build skills needed for personal growth, overcome barriers you may be facing and recognize your strengths, start building upon new ones and embracing self-awareness.
Life is full of twists and turns, and sometimes it can feel like we're lost in a sea of uncertainty. Whether you're facing struggles with adult children, dealing with family members experiencing mental health issues, grappling with an identity crisis, or mourning a profound loss, it's essential to remember that you're not alone in your journey. Mental wellness is a crucial aspect of handling life's challenges, and seeking guidance and support is a brave and important step towards a healthier mindset.
At "Step Into Yourself," counseling, coaching, and life guidance service, you will be led by a seasoned professional.
Life is full of twists and turns, and sometimes it can feel like we're lost in a sea of uncertainty. Whether you're facing struggles with adult children, dealing with family members experiencing mental health issues, grappling with an identity crisis, or mourning a profound loss, it's essential to remember that you're not alone in your journey. Mental wellness is a crucial aspect of handling life's challenges, and seeking guidance and support is a brave and important step towards a healthier mindset.
At "Step Into Yourself," counseling, coaching, and life guidance service, you will be led by a seasoned professional.
Immediate current availability 6/1/26
I am actively creating safe spaces for all populations that are seeking change and growth internally. I utilize creative approaches to help empower and guide individuals, couples, and families on their own path to change and recovery from challenges. Most recent trainings and focus includes: EMDR, trauma, mindfulness, compassion towards yourself and others, and creativity. I offer telehealth sessions to fit anyone's current needs.
I also offer LPCC Supervision! Get paid with Medicaid and other insurances during your candidacy for your Colorado LPC!
Immediate current availability 6/1/26
I am actively creating safe spaces for all populations that are seeking change and growth internally. I utilize creative approaches to help empower and guide individuals, couples, and families on their own path to change and recovery from challenges. Most recent trainings and focus includes: EMDR, trauma, mindfulness, compassion towards yourself and others, and creativity. I offer telehealth sessions to fit anyone's current needs.
I also offer LPCC Supervision! Get paid with Medicaid and other insurances during your candidacy for your Colorado LPC!
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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.