LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Louisville, CO
It can be easy to get stuck in the spirals of our survival responses of fear, shame, overwhelm or hopelessness and feel unable to shift old patterns. Sometimes we need someone who gets it and can help us find our way to something new. My role is to be that for you, and help you become that presence for yourself. I am a somatic therapist and enjoy working with people with complex trauma, anxiety, ADHD, & people who are autistic. I love working with identity exploration and development, deconditioning from toxic belief systems, trauma healing, exploring meaning & purpose, and navigating life transitions.
It can be easy to get stuck in the spirals of our survival responses of fear, shame, overwhelm or hopelessness and feel unable to shift old patterns. Sometimes we need someone who gets it and can help us find our way to something new. My role is to be that for you, and help you become that presence for yourself. I am a somatic therapist and enjoy working with people with complex trauma, anxiety, ADHD, & people who are autistic. I love working with identity exploration and development, deconditioning from toxic belief systems, trauma healing, exploring meaning & purpose, and navigating life transitions.
Supervision Services: I love working with developing therapists who want supportive guidance to grow in skill, confidence, and authenticity. In supervision, I offer a collaborative space to strengthen clinical skills, deepen self-reflection, and stay connected to the heart of the work. Learning to grow as a therapist doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. When you are ready to start this journey of growth, I am here.
Supervision Services: I love working with developing therapists who want supportive guidance to grow in skill, confidence, and authenticity. In supervision, I offer a collaborative space to strengthen clinical skills, deepen self-reflection, and stay connected to the heart of the work. Learning to grow as a therapist doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. When you are ready to start this journey of growth, I am here.
I have personal ties to the LGBTQ+ community and I am proud to serve individuals and families navigating identity challenges.
When I explain my job to my youngest clients, I tell them that sometimes people have big emotions that make everyday activities like planning, getting to work, or even getting out of bed in the morning seem impossible. And it is my job to help those people figure out how to feel better. Our lives are full of trauma, loss, and challenge. It is easy to get overwhelmed by these experiences and fall into habits that don't serve our greater goals.
I have personal ties to the LGBTQ+ community and I am proud to serve individuals and families navigating identity challenges.
When I explain my job to my youngest clients, I tell them that sometimes people have big emotions that make everyday activities like planning, getting to work, or even getting out of bed in the morning seem impossible. And it is my job to help those people figure out how to feel better. Our lives are full of trauma, loss, and challenge. It is easy to get overwhelmed by these experiences and fall into habits that don't serve our greater goals.
They also enjoy working with neurodiversity and/or queer identified (or exploring) people.
Zyan takes an eclectic person-centered approach, which means that who you are, and the context you are existing in, take center stage. Zyan also brings in elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help build skills to address what struggles you may be facing.
They also enjoy working with neurodiversity and/or queer identified (or exploring) people.
Zyan takes an eclectic person-centered approach, which means that who you are, and the context you are existing in, take center stage. Zyan also brings in elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help build skills to address what struggles you may be facing.
Caitlin is a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist who holds a Masters in Transpersonal Counseling from Naropa University. Her expertise lies in treating both adults and children with trauma, as well as women along the birth continuum. Before starting her private practice, Caitlin worked in non-profits with children, and in private practice, using holistic methods to support women. Caitlin sees the body as key to healing and offers somatic interventions such as breathwork, meditation, and art making in her sessions. When not helping others, you will find Caitlin on the dance floor or splashing in the creek.
Caitlin is a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist who holds a Masters in Transpersonal Counseling from Naropa University. Her expertise lies in treating both adults and children with trauma, as well as women along the birth continuum. Before starting her private practice, Caitlin worked in non-profits with children, and in private practice, using holistic methods to support women. Caitlin sees the body as key to healing and offers somatic interventions such as breathwork, meditation, and art making in her sessions. When not helping others, you will find Caitlin on the dance floor or splashing in the creek.
Change is hard, and while adjusting to the currents of life, you can feel lost or uncertain. This change could be navigating a recent move, a new job or school, a new diagnosis, or a new stage in life. You could be looking to explore your own identity, figuring out who you are and who you are becoming. Or maybe you're not sure what is changing, but you know you need support!
Change is hard, and while adjusting to the currents of life, you can feel lost or uncertain. This change could be navigating a recent move, a new job or school, a new diagnosis, or a new stage in life. You could be looking to explore your own identity, figuring out who you are and who you are becoming. Or maybe you're not sure what is changing, but you know you need support!
Lauren Pass Erickson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, R-DMT
3 Endorsed
Louisville, CO 80027
I've pursued post-grad training in LGBTQ mental health, treatment of Complex PTSD, Somatic-Concentric Sex Therapy, Neurodivergent Affirming therapy, and more.
You’re the rockstar who gets shit done. No one knows you’re running on fumes. At the end of another marathon day, you collapse on the couch, exhausted, and wonder: “How will I do this all AGAIN tomorrow!?” Caught up in the speed of the modern world, tossed from one crisis to the next, it can feel impossible to keep up. You try to do the ‘self-care’ stuff, but your mind just races with anxiety and guilt. It feels like everything will crumble if you stop or slow down. But you’re suffering from the strain on your body, the erosion of your health, the way joy and motivation has been sucked out of everything you care so much about.
I've pursued post-grad training in LGBTQ mental health, treatment of Complex PTSD, Somatic-Concentric Sex Therapy, Neurodivergent Affirming therapy, and more.
You’re the rockstar who gets shit done. No one knows you’re running on fumes. At the end of another marathon day, you collapse on the couch, exhausted, and wonder: “How will I do this all AGAIN tomorrow!?” Caught up in the speed of the modern world, tossed from one crisis to the next, it can feel impossible to keep up. You try to do the ‘self-care’ stuff, but your mind just races with anxiety and guilt. It feels like everything will crumble if you stop or slow down. But you’re suffering from the strain on your body, the erosion of your health, the way joy and motivation has been sucked out of everything you care so much about.
I work with women & queer adults to process experiences of childhood trauma/ CPTSD / PTSD & explore how early experiences impact their life & relationships.
Are you feeling pain from childhood trauma? Maybe your adult life is pretty good, yet you struggle with anxiety, depression, & shame rooted in your past. Maybe emotions feel overwhelming or you have a hard time setting boundaries. Perhaps you struggle with self criticism or can’t seem to find the relationships you want most. Maybe your relationship with your family is rocky or nonexistent and you’re not sure how to feel about it. You may desire to feel seen and heard in your experience. You may want to process the past but don’t know where to begin. If any of this sounds like your experience, you're not alone & I’d like to help.
I work with women & queer adults to process experiences of childhood trauma/ CPTSD / PTSD & explore how early experiences impact their life & relationships.
Are you feeling pain from childhood trauma? Maybe your adult life is pretty good, yet you struggle with anxiety, depression, & shame rooted in your past. Maybe emotions feel overwhelming or you have a hard time setting boundaries. Perhaps you struggle with self criticism or can’t seem to find the relationships you want most. Maybe your relationship with your family is rocky or nonexistent and you’re not sure how to feel about it. You may desire to feel seen and heard in your experience. You may want to process the past but don’t know where to begin. If any of this sounds like your experience, you're not alone & I’d like to help.
Have you ever wondered what therapy could be like using art materials and activities?
I support preteens, teens, college students, and young adults use the power of creativity to process emotions, gain insight, work through challenges, and overcome hardships through transformative art.
My style is relational, collaborative, and mindful. My clients describe me as: Grounded, relatable, supportive, humorous, comforting, non-judgmental, and patient.
If you'd like to mix up the setting, I also offer nature-based therapy, through doing sessions outdoors, on a trail, and/or creating eco art therapy from what we find in the wild.
Have you ever wondered what therapy could be like using art materials and activities?
I support preteens, teens, college students, and young adults use the power of creativity to process emotions, gain insight, work through challenges, and overcome hardships through transformative art.
My style is relational, collaborative, and mindful. My clients describe me as: Grounded, relatable, supportive, humorous, comforting, non-judgmental, and patient.
If you'd like to mix up the setting, I also offer nature-based therapy, through doing sessions outdoors, on a trail, and/or creating eco art therapy from what we find in the wild.
If you’re here, it might be because carrying everything on your own has become overwhelming; rumination with anxiety and depression that feels never-ending. Relationships, interests that once brought you joy, are no longer finding you. Venting to family and friends isn’t enough—you’re ready for meaningful, lasting change with gentle accountability. It's important for you to have understanding & validation, not shame or judgement, when honoring your life’s transitions and addressing challenges. Your desire be heard; it's not too much. You should be SO proud for taking the first steps towards something different in your life!
If you’re here, it might be because carrying everything on your own has become overwhelming; rumination with anxiety and depression that feels never-ending. Relationships, interests that once brought you joy, are no longer finding you. Venting to family and friends isn’t enough—you’re ready for meaningful, lasting change with gentle accountability. It's important for you to have understanding & validation, not shame or judgement, when honoring your life’s transitions and addressing challenges. Your desire be heard; it's not too much. You should be SO proud for taking the first steps towards something different in your life!
Trauma, chronic illness support, anxiety and panic
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
You move through the world in survival mode. You scan for signs that something is off in others, in your environment, or in your own body. Calm doesn’t feel fully trustworthy because even when things go well, part of you waits for the other shoe to drop. You may question your own reactions, wondering if you’re too sensitive or overreacting, even as your body continues to signal distress. Navigating this experience can feel scary, but you don't have to face your fears alone. You are welcome here and this is a space where your story matters.
You move through the world in survival mode. You scan for signs that something is off in others, in your environment, or in your own body. Calm doesn’t feel fully trustworthy because even when things go well, part of you waits for the other shoe to drop. You may question your own reactions, wondering if you’re too sensitive or overreacting, even as your body continues to signal distress. Navigating this experience can feel scary, but you don't have to face your fears alone. You are welcome here and this is a space where your story matters.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about their path forward. My therapeutic approach combines existential and humanistic perspectives with specialized training in trauma, dissociation, grief, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and HeartMath. Above all, I strive to create a space rooted in respect, accountability, honesty, humor, and authenticity.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about their path forward. My therapeutic approach combines existential and humanistic perspectives with specialized training in trauma, dissociation, grief, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and HeartMath. Above all, I strive to create a space rooted in respect, accountability, honesty, humor, and authenticity.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, dysautonomia and couples therapy for communication, intimacy issues, and navigating life transitions, like marriage or career changes. My clinical approach stems from training in Somatics, Psychodynamic, Somatic-concentric Sex Therapy, Gestalt and Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Psychedelic-assisted Psychotherapy, and Brainspotting. My clients gain skills for working with emotions, thoughts, and experiences, develop a healthy sense of self identity and self-talk, report improvements in communication in relationships, and learn to increase their capacity to enjoy life.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, dysautonomia and couples therapy for communication, intimacy issues, and navigating life transitions, like marriage or career changes. My clinical approach stems from training in Somatics, Psychodynamic, Somatic-concentric Sex Therapy, Gestalt and Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Psychedelic-assisted Psychotherapy, and Brainspotting. My clients gain skills for working with emotions, thoughts, and experiences, develop a healthy sense of self identity and self-talk, report improvements in communication in relationships, and learn to increase their capacity to enjoy life.
This world can be a painful and confusing place. Whether you’re struggling with men’s issues, ADHD, relationship issues, or a personal challenge, you may be wonder: Can I ever feel good about who I am? Is it even possible for me to be happy? Is it possible to heal from what I've been through? Regardless of your current situation, the answer to all of these questions is “Yes.” Others similarly situated have found a way out, and there is hope for you too. Sometimes a listening heart, a broader perspective, or new insights can help you reframe your understanding of your life. Learn how to treat yourself as if you were a good friend.
This world can be a painful and confusing place. Whether you’re struggling with men’s issues, ADHD, relationship issues, or a personal challenge, you may be wonder: Can I ever feel good about who I am? Is it even possible for me to be happy? Is it possible to heal from what I've been through? Regardless of your current situation, the answer to all of these questions is “Yes.” Others similarly situated have found a way out, and there is hope for you too. Sometimes a listening heart, a broader perspective, or new insights can help you reframe your understanding of your life. Learn how to treat yourself as if you were a good friend.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, trauma, substance use, and major life transitions. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in finance, so I understand what it is like to function in high pressure environments while something underneath is asking for attention. I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have additional training in EMDR. I’m especially drawn to working with people who want to understand themselves more deeply, not just find another way to push through.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, trauma, substance use, and major life transitions. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in finance, so I understand what it is like to function in high pressure environments while something underneath is asking for attention. I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have additional training in EMDR. I’m especially drawn to working with people who want to understand themselves more deeply, not just find another way to push through.
Are you able to accept yourself as you are right now, while also committing to change? While you may be seeking therapy to get rid of a problem, what if we turn toward that problem, listen to it, and even notice how it is taking care of you? Ironically, this is how problems seem to shift. You may struggle with your capacity to feel present and authentic in your relationships. These struggles may have roots in what you first learned about love and closeness as a little person. In our work you can learn to embrace, understand, and take good care of this early imprint in your adult relationships.
Are you able to accept yourself as you are right now, while also committing to change? While you may be seeking therapy to get rid of a problem, what if we turn toward that problem, listen to it, and even notice how it is taking care of you? Ironically, this is how problems seem to shift. You may struggle with your capacity to feel present and authentic in your relationships. These struggles may have roots in what you first learned about love and closeness as a little person. In our work you can learn to embrace, understand, and take good care of this early imprint in your adult relationships.
From navigating relationships, careers, identity, politics, culture: adulting is no small task for a person of any age..... let alone navigating overwhelming emotions, eating, sleeping and trauma on top of the energy it takes to get by on a daily basis. Some part of your life maybe feels elusive and takes a lot of extra energy: like being able to stay in relationships, be at peace in your body or satisfied with how you present yourself to the world. Therapy can be a helpful place to sort through all the messages that are unhelpful and get clear on what your real needs are.
From navigating relationships, careers, identity, politics, culture: adulting is no small task for a person of any age..... let alone navigating overwhelming emotions, eating, sleeping and trauma on top of the energy it takes to get by on a daily basis. Some part of your life maybe feels elusive and takes a lot of extra energy: like being able to stay in relationships, be at peace in your body or satisfied with how you present yourself to the world. Therapy can be a helpful place to sort through all the messages that are unhelpful and get clear on what your real needs are.
Are you ready to deepen your relationship with yourself and feel more connected and alive? Are you feeling overwhelmed, shut down or unsatisfied in your relationships? The challenges and conflicts you are experiencing are painful and they are also an amazing opportunity for learning and growth. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship challenges, I believe wholeheartedly in the power of the therapeutic relationship to heal and transform. When you feel safe, secure, and understood you can more easefully resolve old wounds, unwind stuck patterns, and create the positive change you most desire.
Are you ready to deepen your relationship with yourself and feel more connected and alive? Are you feeling overwhelmed, shut down or unsatisfied in your relationships? The challenges and conflicts you are experiencing are painful and they are also an amazing opportunity for learning and growth. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship challenges, I believe wholeheartedly in the power of the therapeutic relationship to heal and transform. When you feel safe, secure, and understood you can more easefully resolve old wounds, unwind stuck patterns, and create the positive change you most desire.
Life is messy. Navigating life transitions, burnout, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, past trauma, or simply trying to hold everything together can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to change. Maybe you understand why you feel the way you do—or maybe none of it makes sense yet. I believe people make sense in the context of their experiences. Therapy can help you understand how you got here, reconnect with yourself, and decide what you want to carry forward and what you’re ready to change.
Life is messy. Navigating life transitions, burnout, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, past trauma, or simply trying to hold everything together can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to change. Maybe you understand why you feel the way you do—or maybe none of it makes sense yet. I believe people make sense in the context of their experiences. Therapy can help you understand how you got here, reconnect with yourself, and decide what you want to carry forward and what you’re ready to change.
If you have come to this site. . . remember to breathe. . . in a way that you know you are breathing. . . I remind myself of this on a regular basis. . . There is more to you than you might think. . . Therapy is an invitation to re-discover a compassionate, curious, and wise energy that was always within you, but blocked by well-intentioned and sometimes extreme parts of you. I believe you deserve some sense of how I work. I also believe a good therapist continues to do their own work. . . which is why I meditate and meet regularly with trusted colleagues and we literally take turns being therapist and client with each other.
If you have come to this site. . . remember to breathe. . . in a way that you know you are breathing. . . I remind myself of this on a regular basis. . . There is more to you than you might think. . . Therapy is an invitation to re-discover a compassionate, curious, and wise energy that was always within you, but blocked by well-intentioned and sometimes extreme parts of you. I believe you deserve some sense of how I work. I also believe a good therapist continues to do their own work. . . which is why I meditate and meet regularly with trusted colleagues and we literally take turns being therapist and client with each other.
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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.