LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Prospect, CT
Uplift & Imagine (U&I) LLC was established to help people learn new coping skills to be able to uplift themselves and imagine a better life. At U&I we strive to help you be an independent individual. U&I will help build your confidence and self-esteem by creating goals to meet your specific needs.
Uplift & Imagine (U&I) LLC was established to help people learn new coping skills to be able to uplift themselves and imagine a better life. At U&I we strive to help you be an independent individual. U&I will help build your confidence and self-esteem by creating goals to meet your specific needs.
If you are open to the possibility of change and are ready to approach your healing with a sense of curiosity, I am here to support you. I am ready to work with individuals to explore all parts of themselves — from anxiety, depression, executive functioning, neurodivergence, eating disorders, or relational/systems based trauma, to deeper existential questions in a safe space. I provide Art Therapy and/or talk therapy. Art making is not required when you work with me, but it is an invaluable tool if you are open to it!
If you are open to the possibility of change and are ready to approach your healing with a sense of curiosity, I am here to support you. I am ready to work with individuals to explore all parts of themselves — from anxiety, depression, executive functioning, neurodivergence, eating disorders, or relational/systems based trauma, to deeper existential questions in a safe space. I provide Art Therapy and/or talk therapy. Art making is not required when you work with me, but it is an invaluable tool if you are open to it!
Apparent Health and Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, AFPA-C
Prospect, CT 06712
Are you pregnant or gave birth within the past year? I specialize in working with adolescent and adult pregnant/postpartum women who experience a wide range of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs). As a Clinical Social Worker and founder of Apparent Health & Wellness, LLC, I offer a holistic approach (Mind, Body and Spirit) towards each woman's unique journey into motherhood. With over 15 years of experience working with new mothers and families, I utilize a multi-modal, clinical approach to for treating PMADs, along with safe prenatal/postpartum exercise and mindfulness-based meditation.
Are you pregnant or gave birth within the past year? I specialize in working with adolescent and adult pregnant/postpartum women who experience a wide range of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs). As a Clinical Social Worker and founder of Apparent Health & Wellness, LLC, I offer a holistic approach (Mind, Body and Spirit) towards each woman's unique journey into motherhood. With over 15 years of experience working with new mothers and families, I utilize a multi-modal, clinical approach to for treating PMADs, along with safe prenatal/postpartum exercise and mindfulness-based meditation.
My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming, trauma-informed, and centered on your goals.
Hello and welcome! If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for change, you're not alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel accepted just as you are. Together, we can identify what's getting in the way, clarify what matters most to you, and develop a plan that feels achievable and meaningful. Whether in person or online, I help clients feel more grounded, empowered, and connected to themselves.
My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming, trauma-informed, and centered on your goals.
Hello and welcome! If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for change, you're not alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel accepted just as you are. Together, we can identify what's getting in the way, clarify what matters most to you, and develop a plan that feels achievable and meaningful. Whether in person or online, I help clients feel more grounded, empowered, and connected to themselves.
Above And Beyond Community Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MsPsych, LPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Above and Beyond Community Services, is a counseling and psychotherapy practice with locations in Waterbury serving surrounding communities. Our practitioner is a highly trained License Professional Counselor who specializes in treating a wide verity of mental health dysfunctions including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, spectrum disorder and ADHD/ADD and ABA treatment. Above and Beyond Community Services provide individual psychotherapy treatment as well as family therapy to children, adolescents and adults.
Above and Beyond Community Services, is a counseling and psychotherapy practice with locations in Waterbury serving surrounding communities. Our practitioner is a highly trained License Professional Counselor who specializes in treating a wide verity of mental health dysfunctions including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, spectrum disorder and ADHD/ADD and ABA treatment. Above and Beyond Community Services provide individual psychotherapy treatment as well as family therapy to children, adolescents and adults.
I have been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2002. Much of my career has been working with children & teens in conjunction with their families as well as individual adult clients & couples, providing clinical treatment, support & psyho-education. As a graduate of University St Joseph, West Hartford, CT in Marriage & Family Therapy, I gained a greater understanding of the effects symptoms have on & are effected by family members. I utilize a Solution Focused therapy approach providing short term goal oriented sessions. In addition, I seek to establish boundaries & open communication in families increasing functionlevel
I have been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2002. Much of my career has been working with children & teens in conjunction with their families as well as individual adult clients & couples, providing clinical treatment, support & psyho-education. As a graduate of University St Joseph, West Hartford, CT in Marriage & Family Therapy, I gained a greater understanding of the effects symptoms have on & are effected by family members. I utilize a Solution Focused therapy approach providing short term goal oriented sessions. In addition, I seek to establish boundaries & open communication in families increasing functionlevel
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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."
I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ adults, polyamorous and non-monogamous folks, and those interested in kink, BDSM, and leather communities.
I reference a range of theories and modalities to meet each client's unique needs. I blend psychodynamic, relational, and Gestalt theories with somatic therapy, parts work, EMDR, harm reduction approaches, mindfulness, breathwork, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, psychedelic integration, ERP, and other approaches to healing & recovery.
I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ adults, polyamorous and non-monogamous folks, and those interested in kink, BDSM, and leather communities.
I reference a range of theories and modalities to meet each client's unique needs. I blend psychodynamic, relational, and Gestalt theories with somatic therapy, parts work, EMDR, harm reduction approaches, mindfulness, breathwork, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, psychedelic integration, ERP, and other approaches to healing & recovery.
As a trans therapist, I am passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, with a focus on issues surrounding sexual orientation and gender identity.
Working on your emotional well-being can feel like a large undertaking, but know that you don't have to do it alone. It can be a lot easier and more successful with help. Please consider reaching out for a free 15 minute phone consultation where we can discuss your goals and needs!
As a trans therapist, I am passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, with a focus on issues surrounding sexual orientation and gender identity.
Working on your emotional well-being can feel like a large undertaking, but know that you don't have to do it alone. It can be a lot easier and more successful with help. Please consider reaching out for a free 15 minute phone consultation where we can discuss your goals and needs!
As a Narrative Therapist and Identity Specialist, I use both my life experience navigating queer and multiracial identity and my professional, clinical training to help guide my clients towards insight about themselves, empower them to seize control of their own story, and then help them both visualize and implement their ideal reality.
It's really hard to know yourself. To know what you want, who you are, and how to move through the world with a sense of confident authenticity. Learning to understand and accept oneself can feel like a never-ending uphill battle. Even once you know yourself, it can be hard to actually be that person - especially in the face of lack of acceptance from others - and an inability to be yourself always prevents you from consistent satisfaction. If you are someone who is struggling with their sense of identity or how they show up, both individually and in their relationships, then I am the right therapist for you.
As a Narrative Therapist and Identity Specialist, I use both my life experience navigating queer and multiracial identity and my professional, clinical training to help guide my clients towards insight about themselves, empower them to seize control of their own story, and then help them both visualize and implement their ideal reality.
It's really hard to know yourself. To know what you want, who you are, and how to move through the world with a sense of confident authenticity. Learning to understand and accept oneself can feel like a never-ending uphill battle. Even once you know yourself, it can be hard to actually be that person - especially in the face of lack of acceptance from others - and an inability to be yourself always prevents you from consistent satisfaction. If you are someone who is struggling with their sense of identity or how they show up, both individually and in their relationships, then I am the right therapist for you.
I strive to foster a supportive and non-judgmental space for clients to embark on their journey of growth and healing. My approach varies by individuals and their goals. I incorporate a systemic, multicultural, and social justice lens, recognizing the broader contexts that influence one's life and experiences. As a Mexican/Chicana and Puerto Rican therapist, I value culturally responsive care and creating a space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered. If you're looking for therapy that incorporates science, soul, creativity, and culture, please reach out!
I strive to foster a supportive and non-judgmental space for clients to embark on their journey of growth and healing. My approach varies by individuals and their goals. I incorporate a systemic, multicultural, and social justice lens, recognizing the broader contexts that influence one's life and experiences. As a Mexican/Chicana and Puerto Rican therapist, I value culturally responsive care and creating a space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered. If you're looking for therapy that incorporates science, soul, creativity, and culture, please reach out!
Welcome!
I've been a Social Worker since 2nd grade—always first in line to offer a hug, support a friend, or share my snacks. In college, I finally discovered there was actually a profession for what I'd been doing my whole life. I took “Social Work 101,” and I've never looked back.
My career began in addictions, and over the years I've had the privilege of working with people in many different circumstances of life. My experience includes inpatient/outpatient addiction/mental health treatment, hospice, a major veterinary hospital, university teaching, and private practice.
Welcome!
I've been a Social Worker since 2nd grade—always first in line to offer a hug, support a friend, or share my snacks. In college, I finally discovered there was actually a profession for what I'd been doing my whole life. I took “Social Work 101,” and I've never looked back.
My career began in addictions, and over the years I've had the privilege of working with people in many different circumstances of life. My experience includes inpatient/outpatient addiction/mental health treatment, hospice, a major veterinary hospital, university teaching, and private practice.
Sometimes it can all feel like too much. Maybe you’re struggling with life transitions, relationship challenges, or substance use issues. You need support and guidance, or just someone to listen. Perhaps you’re involved with the child welfare system, or the criminal or family courts and need an experienced professional to help you navigate these complex systems. As a recognized professional within these systems I will provide you with the experience and knowledge to guide you through your challenges. I am here to help you resolve these issues with a non-judgmental, solution-focused approach.
Sometimes it can all feel like too much. Maybe you’re struggling with life transitions, relationship challenges, or substance use issues. You need support and guidance, or just someone to listen. Perhaps you’re involved with the child welfare system, or the criminal or family courts and need an experienced professional to help you navigate these complex systems. As a recognized professional within these systems I will provide you with the experience and knowledge to guide you through your challenges. I am here to help you resolve these issues with a non-judgmental, solution-focused approach.
Eagerly seeking new clients!
You already have your inner wisdom and strength, and I'm here to help you harness it. Perhaps you feel a bit disconnected or tend to be really hard on yourself. Maybe it's time to slow down and reconnect with yourself and your nervous system. I am most excited to work with clients who are looking to explore parts of themselves with curiosity and compassion in order to gain a better understanding of their emotional and behavioral patterns that will lead to change in action. Let me help you meet yourself where you are.
Eagerly seeking new clients!
You already have your inner wisdom and strength, and I'm here to help you harness it. Perhaps you feel a bit disconnected or tend to be really hard on yourself. Maybe it's time to slow down and reconnect with yourself and your nervous system. I am most excited to work with clients who are looking to explore parts of themselves with curiosity and compassion in order to gain a better understanding of their emotional and behavioral patterns that will lead to change in action. Let me help you meet yourself where you are.
My recipe for therapy starts with three primary ingredients: a safe space, proven techniques and a plan tailored to fit each individual. Talking to a complete stranger about your struggles can be nerve wracking at first. I understand how important it is to feel comfortable with your therapist. So I create a warm, accepting space, free of judgement to help support your growth.
My recipe for therapy starts with three primary ingredients: a safe space, proven techniques and a plan tailored to fit each individual. Talking to a complete stranger about your struggles can be nerve wracking at first. I understand how important it is to feel comfortable with your therapist. So I create a warm, accepting space, free of judgement to help support your growth.
I am a trauma informed, culturally sensitive, LGBTQ allied, sex positive, and kink allied clinician.
Do you suffer low self-esteem because you have difficulty maintaining daily responsibilities at school, work, or home? Do you struggle with sitting for long periods or staying on task? Do you sometimes feel as though you are "controlled" by strong waves of emotion or anger? Maybe you're discovering trouble in your relationships with others due to forgetfulness, time management, impulsiveness, substance abuse, or general communication issues.
I am a trauma informed, culturally sensitive, LGBTQ allied, sex positive, and kink allied clinician.
Do you suffer low self-esteem because you have difficulty maintaining daily responsibilities at school, work, or home? Do you struggle with sitting for long periods or staying on task? Do you sometimes feel as though you are "controlled" by strong waves of emotion or anger? Maybe you're discovering trouble in your relationships with others due to forgetfulness, time management, impulsiveness, substance abuse, or general communication issues.
I deeply believe that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for change. When we feel safe, understood, and valued, we can begin to heal and grow in meaningful ways.
My clients often have experienced trauma, addictions, or life transitions that have been challenging. Drawing on interpersonal neurobiology, I help clients understand and release emotion from their body, offering coping skills and education along the way.
I recognize that each person is unique, and I work to tailor our sessions to your specific needs, goals, and experiences pulling from a variety of evidenced based practices.
I deeply believe that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for change. When we feel safe, understood, and valued, we can begin to heal and grow in meaningful ways.
My clients often have experienced trauma, addictions, or life transitions that have been challenging. Drawing on interpersonal neurobiology, I help clients understand and release emotion from their body, offering coping skills and education along the way.
I recognize that each person is unique, and I work to tailor our sessions to your specific needs, goals, and experiences pulling from a variety of evidenced based practices.
Accepting Couples!
I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can finally exhale—where you don’t have to perform, hold everything together, or carry things on your own.
My work is rooted in helping couples & individuals understand how their past experiences shape their present patterns—especially in relationships, self-worth, and emotional regulation. Many of the people I work with are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in cycles they can’t seem to break. Together, we slow things down, make sense of those patterns, and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.
Accepting Couples!
I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can finally exhale—where you don’t have to perform, hold everything together, or carry things on your own.
My work is rooted in helping couples & individuals understand how their past experiences shape their present patterns—especially in relationships, self-worth, and emotional regulation. Many of the people I work with are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in cycles they can’t seem to break. Together, we slow things down, make sense of those patterns, and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.
Life can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves, our relationships, or the direction we want to take. Whether you're facing a major transition, feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety, or carrying the impact of past experiences, therapy offers an opportunity to gain clarity and move forward with intention. I take a compassionate, collaborative approach that helps you understand what's keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and create meaningful change that reflects who you are and how you want to live.
Life can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves, our relationships, or the direction we want to take. Whether you're facing a major transition, feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety, or carrying the impact of past experiences, therapy offers an opportunity to gain clarity and move forward with intention. I take a compassionate, collaborative approach that helps you understand what's keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and create meaningful change that reflects who you are and how you want to live.
I work with adults and young adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, challenging relationships, and feeling stuck. You may be the capable one everyone counts on, yet find that your mind rarely switches off. Maybe you replay conversations, feel like you should be further along, or sense that something needs to change without knowing where to start. Therapy with me is a place to slow down, understand what’s driving the cycle, and figure out what comes next. My style is collaborative, down-to-earth, and practical. I use Solution-Focused Therapy, for which I have advanced training, alongside CBT and ACT.
I work with adults and young adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, challenging relationships, and feeling stuck. You may be the capable one everyone counts on, yet find that your mind rarely switches off. Maybe you replay conversations, feel like you should be further along, or sense that something needs to change without knowing where to start. Therapy with me is a place to slow down, understand what’s driving the cycle, and figure out what comes next. My style is collaborative, down-to-earth, and practical. I use Solution-Focused Therapy, for which I have advanced training, alongside CBT and ACT.
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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.