LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Salida, CO
Everyone deserves healing, connection, and the opportunity to thrive. In today’s challenging world, I work to empower individuals to adopt a healthier way of living, in which connection and supportive relationships can counteract life's adverse experiences.
Everyone deserves healing, connection, and the opportunity to thrive. In today’s challenging world, I work to empower individuals to adopt a healthier way of living, in which connection and supportive relationships can counteract life's adverse experiences.
I am dedicated to working with the busy parents, single parents, LGBTQA+ and neurodiverse adults towards increasing general wellness.
My therapy practice focuses on supporting individuals in developing lasting changes in their lives in a safe, co-created environment. Life transitions, anxiety that feels stuck, trauma patterns, feelings of overwhelm, and general states of unhappiness can all be processed, reworked, and released. I frequently work with individuals who have limited time in their daily schedules and feel they lack the time to practice new skills or make desired changes. Together, we will find those solutions based on your strengths and daily life. You can book with me by clicking on my website!
I am dedicated to working with the busy parents, single parents, LGBTQA+ and neurodiverse adults towards increasing general wellness.
My therapy practice focuses on supporting individuals in developing lasting changes in their lives in a safe, co-created environment. Life transitions, anxiety that feels stuck, trauma patterns, feelings of overwhelm, and general states of unhappiness can all be processed, reworked, and released. I frequently work with individuals who have limited time in their daily schedules and feel they lack the time to practice new skills or make desired changes. Together, we will find those solutions based on your strengths and daily life. You can book with me by clicking on my website!
I’m Lindsay, a queer therapist, specialized in relationship therapy and trauma healing, empowering people virtually across Colorado and in-person in Denver!
What to expect in sessions: In our sessions together, you can expect to explore underlying emotions, thoughts about yourself and others, as well as attachment styles. In couples therapy, I use Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), attachment based tools to support you and your partner to learn new ways of communicating and navigate through conflict.
I’m Lindsay, a queer therapist, specialized in relationship therapy and trauma healing, empowering people virtually across Colorado and in-person in Denver!
What to expect in sessions: In our sessions together, you can expect to explore underlying emotions, thoughts about yourself and others, as well as attachment styles. In couples therapy, I use Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), attachment based tools to support you and your partner to learn new ways of communicating and navigate through conflict.
Hello! We are a behavioral health agency located in Canon City, Colorado. We serve the entire state of Colorado, and offer in person and telehealth sessions.
Fusion Behavioral Health believes in supporting our clientele by addressing whole body health. Our amazing case management team is here to support in many ways, including researching helpful resources in your area. You will be matched with one of our diverse clinicians based on your preferences, and then you will begin your collaborative journey towards achieving your goals. Hope to hear from you soon!
Hello! We are a behavioral health agency located in Canon City, Colorado. We serve the entire state of Colorado, and offer in person and telehealth sessions.
Fusion Behavioral Health believes in supporting our clientele by addressing whole body health. Our amazing case management team is here to support in many ways, including researching helpful resources in your area. You will be matched with one of our diverse clinicians based on your preferences, and then you will begin your collaborative journey towards achieving your goals. Hope to hear from you soon!
So many of us struggle with having the courage to be ourselves and to live authentically. It’s uncomfortable, it makes us feel vulnerable, and we fear the possible consequences – What will I lose? What will I have to change? Will people judge me or not like me? It’s also really hard to hear and trust our inner knowing. There are so many things influencing our choices and we often betray ourselves by not listening to what feels true to us.
So many of us struggle with having the courage to be ourselves and to live authentically. It’s uncomfortable, it makes us feel vulnerable, and we fear the possible consequences – What will I lose? What will I have to change? Will people judge me or not like me? It’s also really hard to hear and trust our inner knowing. There are so many things influencing our choices and we often betray ourselves by not listening to what feels true to us.
From young professionals to helping professionals to new moms to folks in the LGBTQ+ community, I invite deep exploration and support clients to develop understanding of how the adversities they've faced impact their minds, bodies, and spirits.
I have spent over a decade providing counseling to individuals and families seeking better self understanding and healing. I bring profound compassion to the therapy space, encouraging clients to bravely explore what's lying under the surface. I use EMDR in combination with mindfulness and self compassion to guide clients to health.
From young professionals to helping professionals to new moms to folks in the LGBTQ+ community, I invite deep exploration and support clients to develop understanding of how the adversities they've faced impact their minds, bodies, and spirits.
I have spent over a decade providing counseling to individuals and families seeking better self understanding and healing. I bring profound compassion to the therapy space, encouraging clients to bravely explore what's lying under the surface. I use EMDR in combination with mindfulness and self compassion to guide clients to health.
Are you feeling lost, hurt, or stuck in repeating patterns? Are you sensing there’s more to how you can feel, and how life could be? I work with womxn, minority groups, trauma survivors, and men who are willing to go deeper emotionally. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and deeply individualized. I will support clients on their healing journey to recover from trauma, understand themselves more fully, and feel empowered to create meaningful lives. I work exclusively via Telehealth with clients in Colorado.
Are you feeling lost, hurt, or stuck in repeating patterns? Are you sensing there’s more to how you can feel, and how life could be? I work with womxn, minority groups, trauma survivors, and men who are willing to go deeper emotionally. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and deeply individualized. I will support clients on their healing journey to recover from trauma, understand themselves more fully, and feel empowered to create meaningful lives. I work exclusively via Telehealth with clients in Colorado.
Are you tired of feeling stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break? Do you find yourself struggling with addiction, trauma, anxiety, or depression — wondering why willpower alone isn’t enough? You don’t have to navigate it alone.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I’ve supported individuals from all walks of life through some of their most difficult and transformative seasons. I specialize in addiction and co-occurring disorders, including PTSD and trauma, and I’m trained in EMDR therapy to help you safely process painful experiences and move forward with greater clarity and relief.
Are you tired of feeling stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break? Do you find yourself struggling with addiction, trauma, anxiety, or depression — wondering why willpower alone isn’t enough? You don’t have to navigate it alone.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I’ve supported individuals from all walks of life through some of their most difficult and transformative seasons. I specialize in addiction and co-occurring disorders, including PTSD and trauma, and I’m trained in EMDR therapy to help you safely process painful experiences and move forward with greater clarity and relief.
Sometimes we may find ourselves feeling lonely, disconnected, stuck, or lost, I've been there myself and am here to help. We'll explore what’s been weighing on you while creating space for greater self-understanding, curiosity, and self-compassion. I work with individuals who may be navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, ADHD, life transitions, stress, and eating disorders. I hope that through our work together, you'll develop a deeper connection with yourself, learn to trust your inner wisdom, and feel empowered to make choices that align with your values.
Sometimes we may find ourselves feeling lonely, disconnected, stuck, or lost, I've been there myself and am here to help. We'll explore what’s been weighing on you while creating space for greater self-understanding, curiosity, and self-compassion. I work with individuals who may be navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, ADHD, life transitions, stress, and eating disorders. I hope that through our work together, you'll develop a deeper connection with yourself, learn to trust your inner wisdom, and feel empowered to make choices that align with your values.
My practice offers a respectful and nurturing space for people navigating concerns such as trauma, grief, domestic violence and LGBTQIA+ identity exploration.
I draw from somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and ketamine‑assisted psychotherapy (KAP) to support deep, sustainable transformation. Sessions center tending to protective parts, reconnecting with the body and expanding access to compassion and possibility. I bring a trauma‑informed, queer‑affirming, anti‑oppressive lens to every session.
My practice offers a respectful and nurturing space for people navigating concerns such as trauma, grief, domestic violence and LGBTQIA+ identity exploration.
I draw from somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and ketamine‑assisted psychotherapy (KAP) to support deep, sustainable transformation. Sessions center tending to protective parts, reconnecting with the body and expanding access to compassion and possibility. I bring a trauma‑informed, queer‑affirming, anti‑oppressive lens to every session.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to figure out who you are, where you’re going, or how to navigate everything that comes with relationships and change.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to figure out who you are, where you’re going, or how to navigate everything that comes with relationships and change.
You’re holding it together on the outside, but on the inside the cracks are starting to show.
Maybe it’s the performance anxiety that paralyzes you, or the trauma that sneaks up on you at the worst possible moment.
ADHD doesn’t help either, turning a quick trip to grab feed into a two-hour escapade that ends with a reorganized tack room but no grain in sight.
You keep telling yourself, I’ve got this, but deep down, you’re tired of holding it all together with duct tape, caffeine, and a prayer.
You’re holding it together on the outside, but on the inside the cracks are starting to show.
Maybe it’s the performance anxiety that paralyzes you, or the trauma that sneaks up on you at the worst possible moment.
ADHD doesn’t help either, turning a quick trip to grab feed into a two-hour escapade that ends with a reorganized tack room but no grain in sight.
You keep telling yourself, I’ve got this, but deep down, you’re tired of holding it all together with duct tape, caffeine, and a prayer.
Darrelle Fricke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, DVOMB , EMDR
6 Endorsed
Salida, CO 81201
Accepting new clients, please go to my website to "contact" to request an appointment. The heart of Being Alive Counseling is to journey with you through everyday issues, as well as deeper addictions and trials, towards wholeness and healing. Counseling is not an attempt to fix all of your problems but to journey through them together. Whatever is making you believe that life is not good (be it depression, life transition, a trauma, marital problems), Being Alive Counseling believes you can return to your source of joy and meaning. You CAN feel good again (or for the first time), there is hope.
Accepting new clients, please go to my website to "contact" to request an appointment. The heart of Being Alive Counseling is to journey with you through everyday issues, as well as deeper addictions and trials, towards wholeness and healing. Counseling is not an attempt to fix all of your problems but to journey through them together. Whatever is making you believe that life is not good (be it depression, life transition, a trauma, marital problems), Being Alive Counseling believes you can return to your source of joy and meaning. You CAN feel good again (or for the first time), there is hope.
I believe that each person has a deep wisdom inside of them, and part of my job is to help you learn and remember how to trust yourself. Supporting people to cultivate both self-awareness and self-compassion are a central focus of mine. I also feel passionate about cultivating a safe and trusted connection with clients that provides the opportunity for healing and growth. Each of us has a unique journey and I help people to feel more at home in themselves, both in times of joy and hardship. Learning to support ourselves in times of pain and suffering takes practice, and we are not meant to do it alone.
I believe that each person has a deep wisdom inside of them, and part of my job is to help you learn and remember how to trust yourself. Supporting people to cultivate both self-awareness and self-compassion are a central focus of mine. I also feel passionate about cultivating a safe and trusted connection with clients that provides the opportunity for healing and growth. Each of us has a unique journey and I help people to feel more at home in themselves, both in times of joy and hardship. Learning to support ourselves in times of pain and suffering takes practice, and we are not meant to do it alone.
Asking for help is a vulnerable and courageous act. Keep going! Alongside the joy and wonder this life can bring, we will also be struck by grief, major life changes, trauma, relationship struggles, acute or chronic stress, and crises of mental, spiritual or physical health. Sometimes we need help. Therapy with a provider that you feel safe and understood by can help you to reach your goals.
Asking for help is a vulnerable and courageous act. Keep going! Alongside the joy and wonder this life can bring, we will also be struck by grief, major life changes, trauma, relationship struggles, acute or chronic stress, and crises of mental, spiritual or physical health. Sometimes we need help. Therapy with a provider that you feel safe and understood by can help you to reach your goals.
I practice cultural humility and strive to be an affirming ally to BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, or the impact of past trauma, I use approaches grounded in trauma-informed care, parts work and attachment. These include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness practices, and body-based attunement to support nervous system regulation.
I practice cultural humility and strive to be an affirming ally to BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, or the impact of past trauma, I use approaches grounded in trauma-informed care, parts work and attachment. These include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness practices, and body-based attunement to support nervous system regulation.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from the life you want to be living? Is your inner critic working overtime? Maybe you and your partner are having the same arguments on repeat, wondering where the closeness and connection went. Perhaps your family is struggling with communication, conflict, loss, or major life transitions. I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and life changes who are ready to better understand themselves, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from the life you want to be living? Is your inner critic working overtime? Maybe you and your partner are having the same arguments on repeat, wondering where the closeness and connection went. Perhaps your family is struggling with communication, conflict, loss, or major life transitions. I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and life changes who are ready to better understand themselves, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change.
Hi. I'm Ray, an explorer, healer, and lover of the natural world. I have an MA from Naropa University, where I partook in their Transpersonal Wilderness Therapy program. Many clients come to me when they are feeling stuck and lost in life, because of blocks and past beliefs that cloud their inner skies. I am passionate about helping women step into their true power. My job, as a therapist and guide, is to help clients clear up past traumas and blocks so they can live their best life and reconnect with the Higher Self. I offer Telehealth sessions for anyone in Colorado and I have limited availability in-person in Salida, CO.
Hi. I'm Ray, an explorer, healer, and lover of the natural world. I have an MA from Naropa University, where I partook in their Transpersonal Wilderness Therapy program. Many clients come to me when they are feeling stuck and lost in life, because of blocks and past beliefs that cloud their inner skies. I am passionate about helping women step into their true power. My job, as a therapist and guide, is to help clients clear up past traumas and blocks so they can live their best life and reconnect with the Higher Self. I offer Telehealth sessions for anyone in Colorado and I have limited availability in-person in Salida, CO.
I also support individuals, couples, and LGBTQIA+ clients as they navigate difficult life experiences, trauma, identity exploration, relationship concerns, and transitions.
In an affirming and compassionate space, I integrate EMDR, narrative therapy, and somatic approaches to help you process trauma, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect with your innate strengths. Together, we'll work toward a life that feels more grounded, connected, and aligned with who you truly are.
I also support individuals, couples, and LGBTQIA+ clients as they navigate difficult life experiences, trauma, identity exploration, relationship concerns, and transitions.
In an affirming and compassionate space, I integrate EMDR, narrative therapy, and somatic approaches to help you process trauma, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect with your innate strengths. Together, we'll work toward a life that feels more grounded, connected, and aligned with who you truly are.
I have a passion to help individuals who have experienced trauma of human trafficking victimization to help them heal through surviving & eventually thriving in a meaningful life they desire to maintain. I offer a safe space to heal & not be judged while building self worth & work through other areas of trauma endured & been exposed to. I am huge on recognizing a person's strengths & empowering others, which gets incorporated into my practice. This specific passion expands to other types of trauma, ADHD, families, couples, anxiety, depression, etc. I enjoy helping those who have been misunderstood & offer emotional validation.
I have a passion to help individuals who have experienced trauma of human trafficking victimization to help them heal through surviving & eventually thriving in a meaningful life they desire to maintain. I offer a safe space to heal & not be judged while building self worth & work through other areas of trauma endured & been exposed to. I am huge on recognizing a person's strengths & empowering others, which gets incorporated into my practice. This specific passion expands to other types of trauma, ADHD, families, couples, anxiety, depression, etc. I enjoy helping those who have been misunderstood & offer emotional validation.
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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.