LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Bloomfield, CT
You might be carrying a burden that does not belong to you. Maybe someone told you it did or you blamed it on yourself. Maybe you are taking a "fierce moral inventory," (Step 4) and you want to "make amends" (Step 9). Walking around with guilt or shame is like carrying a bag of heavy stones that exhausts you; life has become bitter. But something tells you that you want to breathe free, break those chains of addiction, come out of the closet, let go of guilt that has nothing to do with you.
You might be carrying a burden that does not belong to you. Maybe someone told you it did or you blamed it on yourself. Maybe you are taking a "fierce moral inventory," (Step 4) and you want to "make amends" (Step 9). Walking around with guilt or shame is like carrying a bag of heavy stones that exhausts you; life has become bitter. But something tells you that you want to breathe free, break those chains of addiction, come out of the closet, let go of guilt that has nothing to do with you.
In facing life’s challenges, I believe in the importance of asking ourselves, “What’s right with me?” and identifying and building on our strengths. I enjoy accompanying people in exploring themselves with non-judgmental curiosity as they develop greater awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and ways of dealing with whatever life has in store. How have these been influenced by personal experiences growing up and by larger social factors? Gaining this insight allows us to discover what changes might be right for us or to come to accept ourselves just as we are.
In facing life’s challenges, I believe in the importance of asking ourselves, “What’s right with me?” and identifying and building on our strengths. I enjoy accompanying people in exploring themselves with non-judgmental curiosity as they develop greater awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and ways of dealing with whatever life has in store. How have these been influenced by personal experiences growing up and by larger social factors? Gaining this insight allows us to discover what changes might be right for us or to come to accept ourselves just as we are.
I love working with clients focused on personal and spiritual growth. People who are interested in dissolving blocks to greater joy and emotional intimacy. I work collaboratively with people who are ready to take the next step into more fulfilling lives. I believe love is the master healer and dissolving old beliefs and blocks to love brings greater acceptance, intimacy and joy in life. I offer couples a safe place to explore and understand relational challenges and help each person access deeper presence, self awareness and communication skills in areas of conflict. I am passionate about my work and look forward to meeting you.
I love working with clients focused on personal and spiritual growth. People who are interested in dissolving blocks to greater joy and emotional intimacy. I work collaboratively with people who are ready to take the next step into more fulfilling lives. I believe love is the master healer and dissolving old beliefs and blocks to love brings greater acceptance, intimacy and joy in life. I offer couples a safe place to explore and understand relational challenges and help each person access deeper presence, self awareness and communication skills in areas of conflict. I am passionate about my work and look forward to meeting you.
Taking the first step into the therapeutic world is difficult. Sometimes we allow our pride to get in the way of our growth, somehow we feel that engaging in therapy equates to “not having it all together.” Other times it may feel like a sign of weakness or therapy simply is the UNKNOWN. However, if you fall into the majority you are prioritizing everything else in your life to avoid it. Whether you fall into all these categories or none I am here to encourage you to show up for yourself ! Create time in your busy schedule to EXHALE. No matter where you are in this book called life the chapter titled “YOU" is the most important.
Taking the first step into the therapeutic world is difficult. Sometimes we allow our pride to get in the way of our growth, somehow we feel that engaging in therapy equates to “not having it all together.” Other times it may feel like a sign of weakness or therapy simply is the UNKNOWN. However, if you fall into the majority you are prioritizing everything else in your life to avoid it. Whether you fall into all these categories or none I am here to encourage you to show up for yourself ! Create time in your busy schedule to EXHALE. No matter where you are in this book called life the chapter titled “YOU" is the most important.
A Spiritual Evolution Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Bloomfield, CT 06002
For BIPOC community members, who seek a space to understand the mind, body, and spiritual connection to mental dis-ease, A Spiritual Evolution Counseling is a therapeutic vibe that incorporates energy healing with spiritual traditions to cultivate Mental Wealth. Mental Wealth is more than the absence of illness—it’s the presence of emotional resilience, spiritual grounding, and ancestral connection, cultivated through practices that honor lineage, restore cultural balance, and strengthen both individual and collective healing.
For BIPOC community members, who seek a space to understand the mind, body, and spiritual connection to mental dis-ease, A Spiritual Evolution Counseling is a therapeutic vibe that incorporates energy healing with spiritual traditions to cultivate Mental Wealth. Mental Wealth is more than the absence of illness—it’s the presence of emotional resilience, spiritual grounding, and ancestral connection, cultivated through practices that honor lineage, restore cultural balance, and strengthen both individual and collective healing.
You may look like you’re holding everything together on the outside, yet inside feel anxious, overwhelmed, grieving, or quietly exhausted from carrying so much alone. Perhaps you’re navigating trauma, loss, relationship issues, life transitions, or feeling disconnected from yourself. Therapy can be a place to slow down, breathe, and begin again.
I’m Shanti, a licensed psychotherapist, dance movement therapist, and chemical dependency clinician with over 24 years of experience supporting healing and life transitions. I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where we can gently explore what you’ve been through together.
You may look like you’re holding everything together on the outside, yet inside feel anxious, overwhelmed, grieving, or quietly exhausted from carrying so much alone. Perhaps you’re navigating trauma, loss, relationship issues, life transitions, or feeling disconnected from yourself. Therapy can be a place to slow down, breathe, and begin again.
I’m Shanti, a licensed psychotherapist, dance movement therapist, and chemical dependency clinician with over 24 years of experience supporting healing and life transitions. I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where we can gently explore what you’ve been through together.
I, Lucas Larcheveque LMFT, have been practicing since 2021, working with individuals of all ages. I have diverse experience treating a variety of mental health disorders including ADHD, ASD, OCD, anxiety, and depression. I work to create a collaborative space to empower clients and/or their families within the therapy process. Within my treatment I also considers systemic dynamics, such as background and culture, to create a holistic understanding of the individual. Within therapy I use a mix of CBT, Solution Focused, IFS, and Strategic interventions.
I, Lucas Larcheveque LMFT, have been practicing since 2021, working with individuals of all ages. I have diverse experience treating a variety of mental health disorders including ADHD, ASD, OCD, anxiety, and depression. I work to create a collaborative space to empower clients and/or their families within the therapy process. Within my treatment I also considers systemic dynamics, such as background and culture, to create a holistic understanding of the individual. Within therapy I use a mix of CBT, Solution Focused, IFS, and Strategic interventions.
I use mindfulness & Internal Family Systems therapy to help clients resolve their underlying trauma and grief issues that get in the way of having fulfilling lives and relationships. I combine warmth and compassionate listening with teaching clients skills to learn to better manage their feelings, including anxiety and depression, while using breathing, body-centered, and other spiritual principles to help clients heal. Clients will learn to heal themselves and build more satisfying relationships and futures for themselves and their families. The techniques I use apply well to both children and adults to help clients deal with adverse behaviors and addictions.
I use mindfulness & Internal Family Systems therapy to help clients resolve their underlying trauma and grief issues that get in the way of having fulfilling lives and relationships. I combine warmth and compassionate listening with teaching clients skills to learn to better manage their feelings, including anxiety and depression, while using breathing, body-centered, and other spiritual principles to help clients heal. Clients will learn to heal themselves and build more satisfying relationships and futures for themselves and their families. The techniques I use apply well to both children and adults to help clients deal with adverse behaviors and addictions.
Adults in Connecticut seeking a professional, respectful evaluation for a medical marijuana card or renewal. Many of our clients struggle with chronic pain, PTSD, anxiety, insomnia, or medical conditions that have not responded well to traditional treatments. Some are already in therapy or under medical care and are looking for an additional option to improve quality of life. Clients value discretion, clarity, and a structured, ethical evaluation process.
Adults in Connecticut seeking a professional, respectful evaluation for a medical marijuana card or renewal. Many of our clients struggle with chronic pain, PTSD, anxiety, insomnia, or medical conditions that have not responded well to traditional treatments. Some are already in therapy or under medical care and are looking for an additional option to improve quality of life. Clients value discretion, clarity, and a structured, ethical evaluation process.
My name is Tamera Crenshaw. I received my BA from the University of Massachusetts –Amherst, and my MA in Clinical Psychology at the University of Massachusetts –Dartmouth. I am both licensed in Mass and CT. I have experience working in residential settings, hospitals, schools, insurance companies, and within higher education. I started Tools for Success Counseling in 2014 with the goal of decreasing the mental health stigma within the African American community. I am passionate about providing treatment for individuals under-served and under-represented.
My name is Tamera Crenshaw. I received my BA from the University of Massachusetts –Amherst, and my MA in Clinical Psychology at the University of Massachusetts –Dartmouth. I am both licensed in Mass and CT. I have experience working in residential settings, hospitals, schools, insurance companies, and within higher education. I started Tools for Success Counseling in 2014 with the goal of decreasing the mental health stigma within the African American community. I am passionate about providing treatment for individuals under-served and under-represented.
Please note my practice is currently full, telehealth sessions only, and I do use a waitlist. I am no longer in network on any insurance panels, but you may want to check your out of network benefits. I do offer consultation for therapists interested in EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and other somatic approaches, and Janina Fisher's TIST work. I believe I am able to support your unique ways of working while offering a new perspective. My intention is to co-create a safe, respectful space to hold the work.
Please note my practice is currently full, telehealth sessions only, and I do use a waitlist. I am no longer in network on any insurance panels, but you may want to check your out of network benefits. I do offer consultation for therapists interested in EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and other somatic approaches, and Janina Fisher's TIST work. I believe I am able to support your unique ways of working while offering a new perspective. My intention is to co-create a safe, respectful space to hold the work.
I have extensive experience working with adults struggling with substance use, dual diagnosis, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I've been particularly successful in helping patients develop relapse-prevention strategies by identifying triggers, recognizing warning signs, and building coping skills that support long-term recovery and emotional wellness. I also work with patients on improving time management, daily routines, and overall mental health awareness. I help them better understand their symptoms, develop practical life skills, and create achievable goals that promote stability, personal growth, and lasting change.
I have extensive experience working with adults struggling with substance use, dual diagnosis, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I've been particularly successful in helping patients develop relapse-prevention strategies by identifying triggers, recognizing warning signs, and building coping skills that support long-term recovery and emotional wellness. I also work with patients on improving time management, daily routines, and overall mental health awareness. I help them better understand their symptoms, develop practical life skills, and create achievable goals that promote stability, personal growth, and lasting change.
Welcome! The world is changing rapidly and it is challenging to make sense of it all. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in anxiety, ADHD, relationships, life-transitions, and self-worth issues for adults. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, empowering clients with awareness and useful skills. When clients build new insights, I see them identify personal goals, overcome both immediate and long-term challenges, and experience measurable growth. It's So AWESOME! We practice noticing and working with the judgment inside. We practice radical self acceptance and harnessing gratitude.
Welcome! The world is changing rapidly and it is challenging to make sense of it all. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in anxiety, ADHD, relationships, life-transitions, and self-worth issues for adults. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, empowering clients with awareness and useful skills. When clients build new insights, I see them identify personal goals, overcome both immediate and long-term challenges, and experience measurable growth. It's So AWESOME! We practice noticing and working with the judgment inside. We practice radical self acceptance and harnessing gratitude.
I work with individuals across the lifespan and specialize in emotional and behavioral challenges, life transitions, and supporting transgender, nonbinary, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore emotions, relationships, trauma, life transitions, and personal growth. Using a holistic and individualized approach, I help clients build coping skills, improve communication, strengthen self-esteem, and develop healthier ways to manage stress, emotions, and everyday challenges.
I work with individuals across the lifespan and specialize in emotional and behavioral challenges, life transitions, and supporting transgender, nonbinary, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore emotions, relationships, trauma, life transitions, and personal growth. Using a holistic and individualized approach, I help clients build coping skills, improve communication, strengthen self-esteem, and develop healthier ways to manage stress, emotions, and everyday challenges.
Bernisha works with children, adolescents, and adults who may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, emotional struggles, or behavioral challenges. Many of her clients are navigating anxiety, depression, school difficulties, family stress, or life transitions. She also supports individuals who feel stuck, discouraged, or unsure how to manage their emotions or behaviors. Her goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered while learning practical tools to improve emotional wellbeing and daily functioning.
Bernisha works with children, adolescents, and adults who may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, emotional struggles, or behavioral challenges. Many of her clients are navigating anxiety, depression, school difficulties, family stress, or life transitions. She also supports individuals who feel stuck, discouraged, or unsure how to manage their emotions or behaviors. Her goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered while learning practical tools to improve emotional wellbeing and daily functioning.
Calissa's Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Bloomfield, CT 06002
Like many journeys, therapy begins with where you are now, factors in where you have been, and builds a plan for where you want to go. It is a collaborative process. You are the expert on your life and with the right supports in place, you can discover your strengths and begin the healing process. I have found a diverse therapeutic approach to be most effective in assisting my clients coping with life challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief, parenting and anger management. This approach utilizes my training in psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, solution focused and mindfulness techniques.
Like many journeys, therapy begins with where you are now, factors in where you have been, and builds a plan for where you want to go. It is a collaborative process. You are the expert on your life and with the right supports in place, you can discover your strengths and begin the healing process. I have found a diverse therapeutic approach to be most effective in assisting my clients coping with life challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief, parenting and anger management. This approach utilizes my training in psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, solution focused and mindfulness techniques.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or self esteem issues? Are relationship struggles or any other relationship challenges holding you back? Do you struggle to communicate effectively with your partner? As your therapist, Christina is here to support you through these challenges. She will help you identify your goals and work together to achieve them. Christina will guide you in navigating your path, setting manageable objectives, and creating lasting change. Your well-being is her priority, and she is committed to helping you create a brighter future.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or self esteem issues? Are relationship struggles or any other relationship challenges holding you back? Do you struggle to communicate effectively with your partner? As your therapist, Christina is here to support you through these challenges. She will help you identify your goals and work together to achieve them. Christina will guide you in navigating your path, setting manageable objectives, and creating lasting change. Your well-being is her priority, and she is committed to helping you create a brighter future.
Tools for success is a Black female-owned business that prides itself on its Cultural Competence, Religious perspective, and LGBTQIA awareness.
Tools For Success Counseling is committed to providing professional clinical treatment that addresses the social, emotional and behavioral needs of children, adults, and families in crisis. We work collaboratively with individuals served to help them advance toward improving the personal strengths and communication skills necessary for maintaining healthier more productive lives. Through conversation, we will explore your life situations, concerns, worries, hopes, and desires in a way unique to that which you have experienced previously
Tools for success is a Black female-owned business that prides itself on its Cultural Competence, Religious perspective, and LGBTQIA awareness.
Tools For Success Counseling is committed to providing professional clinical treatment that addresses the social, emotional and behavioral needs of children, adults, and families in crisis. We work collaboratively with individuals served to help them advance toward improving the personal strengths and communication skills necessary for maintaining healthier more productive lives. Through conversation, we will explore your life situations, concerns, worries, hopes, and desires in a way unique to that which you have experienced previously
My ideal clients are children, adults, couples, parents, and families who may feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, disconnected, or burdened by trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, or relationship difficulties. Some are looking for help navigating family challenges, abuse-related experiences, or co-occurring emotional and behavioral concerns. Others want a therapist who is warm, supportive, and able to create a sense of safety while helping them move toward healing and change.
My ideal clients are children, adults, couples, parents, and families who may feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, disconnected, or burdened by trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, or relationship difficulties. Some are looking for help navigating family challenges, abuse-related experiences, or co-occurring emotional and behavioral concerns. Others want a therapist who is warm, supportive, and able to create a sense of safety while helping them move toward healing and change.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or PTSD and feel like traditional treatments have not worked for you? You may feel stuck, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself and others. Perhaps you’re searching for relief that goes beyond talk therapy or medication alone. You want to feel like yourself again, regain stability, and find a treatment that offers real hope and meaningful change.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or PTSD and feel like traditional treatments have not worked for you? You may feel stuck, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself and others. Perhaps you’re searching for relief that goes beyond talk therapy or medication alone. You want to feel like yourself again, regain stability, and find a treatment that offers real hope and meaningful change.
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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.