LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Middletown, CT
Bardwell Behavioral
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, LCMHC, TPMC, CEDS-S
2 Endorsed
Middletown, CT 06457
Understanding we are all in different "stages of change", we utilize an eclectic approach to guide you through your own process at your own pace. It is absolutely an honor and our passion to treat those who struggle with mental health issues such as Eating Disorders, Substance Use, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, relationship issues and associated disorders. We employ an individualized approach to therapy in order to empower people to change their lives. In the wise words of Maya Angelou, "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, humor, and style."
Understanding we are all in different "stages of change", we utilize an eclectic approach to guide you through your own process at your own pace. It is absolutely an honor and our passion to treat those who struggle with mental health issues such as Eating Disorders, Substance Use, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, relationship issues and associated disorders. We employ an individualized approach to therapy in order to empower people to change their lives. In the wise words of Maya Angelou, "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, humor, and style."
As a proud queer, non-binary, and neurodivergent person, I am passionate about serving my communities by providing affirming and informed mental health care.
I have experience working with teens and adults, especially those who identify as queer, trans, or neurodivergent. My main focus is helping clients navigate life changes, LGBT+ topics, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I offer individual therapy and letters for gender-affirming medical care. There is no requirement for ongoing therapy for letter assessments.
As a proud queer, non-binary, and neurodivergent person, I am passionate about serving my communities by providing affirming and informed mental health care.
I have experience working with teens and adults, especially those who identify as queer, trans, or neurodivergent. My main focus is helping clients navigate life changes, LGBT+ topics, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I offer individual therapy and letters for gender-affirming medical care. There is no requirement for ongoing therapy for letter assessments.
I work with clients navigating anxiety or depression, trauma survivors, individuals recovering from unhealthy or abusive relationships, LGBTQIA+ clients, and teens struggling with confidence, school avoidance, and social relationships.
My approach integrates IFS (to understand yourself better), DBT (to regulate emotions), CBT (to identify & reframe unhelpful thoughts), and Solution-Focused Therapy (to tap into your strengths and support goal-oriented progress). I also incorporate EFT & Attachment Theory for clients curious about how past relationships impact current ones.
I work with clients navigating anxiety or depression, trauma survivors, individuals recovering from unhealthy or abusive relationships, LGBTQIA+ clients, and teens struggling with confidence, school avoidance, and social relationships.
My approach integrates IFS (to understand yourself better), DBT (to regulate emotions), CBT (to identify & reframe unhelpful thoughts), and Solution-Focused Therapy (to tap into your strengths and support goal-oriented progress). I also incorporate EFT & Attachment Theory for clients curious about how past relationships impact current ones.
I have experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum, those with chronic medical conditions, college students, people navigating life changes, and LGBTQIA+ folks.
I take an eclectic and individualized approach. I have found this is the best way to connect with and empower my clients to live authentically. This approach means I use only the relevant pieces of different theories to provide the best support for your individual needs so your goals are always the at the forefront of our work together.
I have experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum, those with chronic medical conditions, college students, people navigating life changes, and LGBTQIA+ folks.
I take an eclectic and individualized approach. I have found this is the best way to connect with and empower my clients to live authentically. This approach means I use only the relevant pieces of different theories to provide the best support for your individual needs so your goals are always the at the forefront of our work together.
I also especially enjoy supporting neurodivergent individuals, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those in ethically non-monogamous or nontraditional relationships.
As a self-described geek therapist, I understand that healing happens when we feel safe being fully ourselves. I work from a trauma informed, parts aware, and relational framework, but I also know that therapy only works when it is engaging. Whether it’s anime, gaming, art, or storytelling, I try to incorporate the creative passions that make you feel most alive. Together, we build emotional safety, self leadership, and the freedom to live authentically: without shame, fear, or masks. I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and self-esteem challenges.
I also especially enjoy supporting neurodivergent individuals, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those in ethically non-monogamous or nontraditional relationships.
As a self-described geek therapist, I understand that healing happens when we feel safe being fully ourselves. I work from a trauma informed, parts aware, and relational framework, but I also know that therapy only works when it is engaging. Whether it’s anime, gaming, art, or storytelling, I try to incorporate the creative passions that make you feel most alive. Together, we build emotional safety, self leadership, and the freedom to live authentically: without shame, fear, or masks. I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and self-esteem challenges.
Life can feel like a lot sometimes okay, most of the time. Anxiety, depression, burnout, cultural expectations, substance use, disorganized eating, or the daily pressure of just keeping it together can pile up fast. Maybe you’re also exploring your gender identity, sexual orientation, or simply trying to feel more at home in your own skin. Wherever you are, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Together, we’ll gently unpack what’s been weighing you down and build practical, realistic steps toward balance, healing, and self acceptance. My approach is warm, and collaborative with room for honesty, growth, and even some humor.
Life can feel like a lot sometimes okay, most of the time. Anxiety, depression, burnout, cultural expectations, substance use, disorganized eating, or the daily pressure of just keeping it together can pile up fast. Maybe you’re also exploring your gender identity, sexual orientation, or simply trying to feel more at home in your own skin. Wherever you are, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Together, we’ll gently unpack what’s been weighing you down and build practical, realistic steps toward balance, healing, and self acceptance. My approach is warm, and collaborative with room for honesty, growth, and even some humor.
Some specific areas of expertise include but are not limited to: Family Based Treatment (for children/adolescents with eating disorders), Eating Disorders (including Binge Eating Disorder and ARFID), trauma experiences (EMDR available), and working with the LGBTQIA+ population.
Seeking Harmony LLC is a collaborative of like minded individuals with a shared mission. Our mission is to guide, teach, support and empower individuals on their personal journey of growth, transformation and achieving inner harmony. We believe that therapy, first and foremost, is most effective with a foundation of trust, built through a collaborative relationship with someone who accepts you just as you are. We are inclusive, innovative, thoughtful, and compassionate psychotherapists, and we look forward to meeting!
Some specific areas of expertise include but are not limited to: Family Based Treatment (for children/adolescents with eating disorders), Eating Disorders (including Binge Eating Disorder and ARFID), trauma experiences (EMDR available), and working with the LGBTQIA+ population.
Seeking Harmony LLC is a collaborative of like minded individuals with a shared mission. Our mission is to guide, teach, support and empower individuals on their personal journey of growth, transformation and achieving inner harmony. We believe that therapy, first and foremost, is most effective with a foundation of trust, built through a collaborative relationship with someone who accepts you just as you are. We are inclusive, innovative, thoughtful, and compassionate psychotherapists, and we look forward to meeting!
Hi folks, welcome! My priority as your therapist is to build a genuine, collaborative connection and create a space where you feel seen, understood, and supported. I believe meaningful change begins with trust and authenticity. With over a decade of experience and ongoing professional training, I tailor therapy to your unique needs and goals. I frequently work with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, self-esteem struggles, long-standing patterns, and childhood trauma. If this resonates with you, I would be honored to connect and see if we’re a good fit!
Hi folks, welcome! My priority as your therapist is to build a genuine, collaborative connection and create a space where you feel seen, understood, and supported. I believe meaningful change begins with trust and authenticity. With over a decade of experience and ongoing professional training, I tailor therapy to your unique needs and goals. I frequently work with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, self-esteem struggles, long-standing patterns, and childhood trauma. If this resonates with you, I would be honored to connect and see if we’re a good fit!
I especially enjoy supporting college-age clients, those in the LGBTQIA community, and people at turning points in their lives.
The stories we tell ourselves matter. It's possible to change problem stories into preferred ones. If your past keeps intruding on your present, EMDR may help. Or, you can learn new skills for dealing with your feelings. I offer a safe, creative space for understanding yourself better and for addressing whatever holds you back.
I especially enjoy supporting college-age clients, those in the LGBTQIA community, and people at turning points in their lives.
The stories we tell ourselves matter. It's possible to change problem stories into preferred ones. If your past keeps intruding on your present, EMDR may help. Or, you can learn new skills for dealing with your feelings. I offer a safe, creative space for understanding yourself better and for addressing whatever holds you back.
Are you or your child struggling to navigate the challenges of depression, anxiety or OCD? Are there communication difficulties between you and your partner? I understand how overwhelming struggles can be, whether for children, teens, adults, or couples, and I’m passionate about helping my clients regain a sense of control and confidence in their lives. I’m here to create a safe, compassionate space where we can work together to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I make it a priority to ensure you feel comfortable expressing yourself throughout our work together.
Are you or your child struggling to navigate the challenges of depression, anxiety or OCD? Are there communication difficulties between you and your partner? I understand how overwhelming struggles can be, whether for children, teens, adults, or couples, and I’m passionate about helping my clients regain a sense of control and confidence in their lives. I’m here to create a safe, compassionate space where we can work together to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I make it a priority to ensure you feel comfortable expressing yourself throughout our work together.
People come to therapy at different moments of change, at their own turning points—you may be tired of holding it all together or desire more meaningful connections, yet are unsure of how to soften. You might feel disconnected from your body, voice, or purpose, and crave something deeper. I do not look to fix, but desire to witness. Whether you are seeking space to reconnect with your intuition or your people, looking to shed old stories to write new ones, or simply find pieces of yourself in this new phase of life, I'd love to support you. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s presence, truth, and coming home to yourself.
People come to therapy at different moments of change, at their own turning points—you may be tired of holding it all together or desire more meaningful connections, yet are unsure of how to soften. You might feel disconnected from your body, voice, or purpose, and crave something deeper. I do not look to fix, but desire to witness. Whether you are seeking space to reconnect with your intuition or your people, looking to shed old stories to write new ones, or simply find pieces of yourself in this new phase of life, I'd love to support you. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s presence, truth, and coming home to yourself.
New clients welcome! Starting therapy can be anxiety inducing, and scary. You deserve to feel relief and safety. Put yourself first and begin your journey of growth and healing. I utilize a holistic and somatic approach that will customize our sessions around your desires while focusing on your goals. I also use a client-centered, strength-based and solution-focused approach. My goal is to help you establish appropriate coping skills that can be implemented at anytime. Sessions are truly a collaborative space, where you are the main character.
New clients welcome! Starting therapy can be anxiety inducing, and scary. You deserve to feel relief and safety. Put yourself first and begin your journey of growth and healing. I utilize a holistic and somatic approach that will customize our sessions around your desires while focusing on your goals. I also use a client-centered, strength-based and solution-focused approach. My goal is to help you establish appropriate coping skills that can be implemented at anytime. Sessions are truly a collaborative space, where you are the main character.
Hi there, I'm Erin and I am a queer, AuDHD licensed therapist who lives with chronic illness/disabilities.
I use a neurodivergent & gender affirming lens to provide a safe and inclusive space. I specialize in nervous system healing, burnout recovery, stress management, chronic illness, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am trained in EMDR and Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP)- an acoustic vagus nerve stimulator used to help re-tune/regulate your nervous system.
Hi there, I'm Erin and I am a queer, AuDHD licensed therapist who lives with chronic illness/disabilities.
I use a neurodivergent & gender affirming lens to provide a safe and inclusive space. I specialize in nervous system healing, burnout recovery, stress management, chronic illness, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am trained in EMDR and Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP)- an acoustic vagus nerve stimulator used to help re-tune/regulate your nervous system.
My therapeutic passions include: working with fellow members of the queer community, people of alternative relationship styles and structures (poly/CNM/kink), and those touched by addiction.
I am a relational therapist at my core, so whether you are an individual or a family/partnership seeking therapy, we will take a relational approach. Looking at family dynamics and relational patterns over time will be a significant part of what we do. From that, we explore what was learned to determine what still serves you and unlearn what limits you.
My therapeutic passions include: working with fellow members of the queer community, people of alternative relationship styles and structures (poly/CNM/kink), and those touched by addiction.
I am a relational therapist at my core, so whether you are an individual or a family/partnership seeking therapy, we will take a relational approach. Looking at family dynamics and relational patterns over time will be a significant part of what we do. From that, we explore what was learned to determine what still serves you and unlearn what limits you.
Offering services to those with needs around LGBTQIA+, Life Crisis, Addiction, Family challenges, Trauma, Depression, Couples, Healing, Communication, and Racial trauma.
My goal is to provide quality therapeutic services to those of the BIPOC community through a person centered, trauma informed, and holistic approach by creating an affirming and safe space.
Offering services to those with needs around LGBTQIA+, Life Crisis, Addiction, Family challenges, Trauma, Depression, Couples, Healing, Communication, and Racial trauma.
My goal is to provide quality therapeutic services to those of the BIPOC community through a person centered, trauma informed, and holistic approach by creating an affirming and safe space.
I am trained as an LGBTQIA+ individual and family therapist with specialization in gender dysphoria, PTSD and mood presentations.
Engaging in the therapeutic process can be an incredibly rewarding act of self care. Sometimes we may feel overwhelmed with life’s challenges or be struggling to understand our reactions and emotions. It’s easy to get caught up in the chaos of life’s daily challenges, and not take the time to step back and try to ease the worry. By allowing yourself the time, you can begin to renew a sense of empowerment while also reducing feelings of distress.
I am trained as an LGBTQIA+ individual and family therapist with specialization in gender dysphoria, PTSD and mood presentations.
Engaging in the therapeutic process can be an incredibly rewarding act of self care. Sometimes we may feel overwhelmed with life’s challenges or be struggling to understand our reactions and emotions. It’s easy to get caught up in the chaos of life’s daily challenges, and not take the time to step back and try to ease the worry. By allowing yourself the time, you can begin to renew a sense of empowerment while also reducing feelings of distress.
I am Diandrea, a Licensed Master of Social Work with a passion for creating a safe place where people feel comfortable and heard. I work with adolescents, teens, and young adults who are often misunderstood. I have experience working in schools and in a clinical setting where I support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, major life transitions, and self-esteem. I understand that growing up is not easy. There’s pressure to fit in, identity crisis starts to begin, puberty, and feeling unsure of yourself and what's to come in the future. People can tend to shut down and isolate and find themselves in a negative headspace.
I am Diandrea, a Licensed Master of Social Work with a passion for creating a safe place where people feel comfortable and heard. I work with adolescents, teens, and young adults who are often misunderstood. I have experience working in schools and in a clinical setting where I support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, major life transitions, and self-esteem. I understand that growing up is not easy. There’s pressure to fit in, identity crisis starts to begin, puberty, and feeling unsure of yourself and what's to come in the future. People can tend to shut down and isolate and find themselves in a negative headspace.
Now Accepting New Clients
Welcome! My approach is holistic, using the connection between mind, body and spirit to help enhance self-discovery and encourage the freedom to look at where you come from, where you are now and where you want to go. I am experienced working with both adult and childhood trauma, substance use, depression and anxiety. I provide a safe, comfortable and non judgmental environment where clients can begin to explore thoughts, feelings, memories and dreams.
Now Accepting New Clients
Welcome! My approach is holistic, using the connection between mind, body and spirit to help enhance self-discovery and encourage the freedom to look at where you come from, where you are now and where you want to go. I am experienced working with both adult and childhood trauma, substance use, depression and anxiety. I provide a safe, comfortable and non judgmental environment where clients can begin to explore thoughts, feelings, memories and dreams.
I am LGBTQ+ affirming, sex-positive, kink-allied, and HAES oriented.
I am here to guide folks who are looking to slow down and tend to their nervous system, improve self-esteem and assertiveness, practice self-compassion, or work through grief and life transitions. I feel passionate about working with folks navigating trauma and individuals looking to explore personal identity or non-traditional relationship dynamics.
I am LGBTQ+ affirming, sex-positive, kink-allied, and HAES oriented.
I am here to guide folks who are looking to slow down and tend to their nervous system, improve self-esteem and assertiveness, practice self-compassion, or work through grief and life transitions. I feel passionate about working with folks navigating trauma and individuals looking to explore personal identity or non-traditional relationship dynamics.
Accepting new clients! I am passionate about providing a space for individuals to explore and facilitate ways to help them reach their own self-identified goals in life. I learn so much from the individuals I see everyday and consider that a very exciting honor. It can be so interesting to learn why we do/think/feel what we do. As a therapist trained in EMDR, I'm a big believer in the need to "go back" before we can move forward in a different way. Therapy is an opportunity to begin to heal past wounds so that we can navigate life free from the negative thoughts and painful memories that can make it so difficult.
Accepting new clients! I am passionate about providing a space for individuals to explore and facilitate ways to help them reach their own self-identified goals in life. I learn so much from the individuals I see everyday and consider that a very exciting honor. It can be so interesting to learn why we do/think/feel what we do. As a therapist trained in EMDR, I'm a big believer in the need to "go back" before we can move forward in a different way. Therapy is an opportunity to begin to heal past wounds so that we can navigate life free from the negative thoughts and painful memories that can make it so difficult.
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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.