LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Wallingford, CT
Jesse Patrick
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
2 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a queer therapist specialized in working within the LGBTQ+ and trans community, with people navigating gender, neurodivergence, and anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t quite fit in.
I have a background in working with children and families in nonprofit settings and community activism, which has helped me understand the systemic issues that impact marginalized communities. I bring that perspective into every session. My approach is person-centered and empathetic. I meet you where you are, with no judgment.
Oh, and I swear.
I'm a queer therapist specialized in working within the LGBTQ+ and trans community, with people navigating gender, neurodivergence, and anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t quite fit in.
I have a background in working with children and families in nonprofit settings and community activism, which has helped me understand the systemic issues that impact marginalized communities. I bring that perspective into every session. My approach is person-centered and empathetic. I meet you where you are, with no judgment.
Oh, and I swear.
Rebecca Pierce
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
Waitlist for new clients
Hello there, I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor committed to supporting you! With a compassionate and structured approach, I create space where you can explore, understand, and rise to meet life's challenges. I work with adult clients (18+) to help them along with their unique healing needs. I’ve worked in the mental health field for about ten years. During this time, I specialized in substance use issues, complex trauma, anxiety and depression. My hope is to provide you the tools to cope with hardship and achieve your goals.
Hello there, I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor committed to supporting you! With a compassionate and structured approach, I create space where you can explore, understand, and rise to meet life's challenges. I work with adult clients (18+) to help them along with their unique healing needs. I’ve worked in the mental health field for about ten years. During this time, I specialized in substance use issues, complex trauma, anxiety and depression. My hope is to provide you the tools to cope with hardship and achieve your goals.
The kind of therapy I offer is the deep and healing kind that gets to the root of the issue and doesn't linger too long with a focus on your symptoms. I'd like for therapy for you to be life changing, make a broad impact and be one that you can walk away from a brighter better beautiful you.
I also offer an EMDR consultation group to EMDR therapists who are looking to improve their ease and skillfulness with the model.
The kind of therapy I offer is the deep and healing kind that gets to the root of the issue and doesn't linger too long with a focus on your symptoms. I'd like for therapy for you to be life changing, make a broad impact and be one that you can walk away from a brighter better beautiful you.
I also offer an EMDR consultation group to EMDR therapists who are looking to improve their ease and skillfulness with the model.
Everyone else thinks you’re doing fine. You know you’re not.
You may be the person everyone depends on, yet inside you’re exhausted, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you’ve lost yourself in a relationship, constantly putting everyone else’s needs first. Or maybe you’re a first responder who has learned to carry trauma, chronic stress, and impossible situations while appearing strong. If you’re ready to stop merely surviving and start feeling like yourself again, therapy can help.
Everyone else thinks you’re doing fine. You know you’re not.
You may be the person everyone depends on, yet inside you’re exhausted, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you’ve lost yourself in a relationship, constantly putting everyone else’s needs first. Or maybe you’re a first responder who has learned to carry trauma, chronic stress, and impossible situations while appearing strong. If you’re ready to stop merely surviving and start feeling like yourself again, therapy can help.
You don’t need to be falling apart to start therapy. You don’t need the perfect words, a big reason, or your whole story figured out. If you’re anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, disconnected, or tired of carrying everything alone, therapy can simply be a place to breathe.
I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, PTSD, personality disorders, life transitions, chronic stress/burn out and other challenges that make life feel heavier than it needs to. With 6 years of experience in mental health, my approach is warm, laid back, and honest. I’m here to support you while gently challenging you when it helps.
You don’t need to be falling apart to start therapy. You don’t need the perfect words, a big reason, or your whole story figured out. If you’re anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, disconnected, or tired of carrying everything alone, therapy can simply be a place to breathe.
I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, PTSD, personality disorders, life transitions, chronic stress/burn out and other challenges that make life feel heavier than it needs to. With 6 years of experience in mental health, my approach is warm, laid back, and honest. I’m here to support you while gently challenging you when it helps.
With over 20 years in mental health and specialized
training in LGBTQ+ affirmative care, adult autism/ADHD, and C-PTSD (trauma and Shame-Informed care).
I have 20 years experience in the mental health. This includes individual and family therapy with adults and children. I have extensive history working with the LGBTQI community, Adult Autism and ADHD, and trauma (C-PTSD).
With over 20 years in mental health and specialized
training in LGBTQ+ affirmative care, adult autism/ADHD, and C-PTSD (trauma and Shame-Informed care).
I have 20 years experience in the mental health. This includes individual and family therapy with adults and children. I have extensive history working with the LGBTQI community, Adult Autism and ADHD, and trauma (C-PTSD).
I’m a proud non-binary, transgender, queer, and autistic person.
My approach is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), also known as Parts Work. IFS offers a way to explore the many different “parts” of ourselves: those that may feel conflicted, protective, or wounded. I’ve found this work to be especially helpful for people who tend to over-intellectualize their feelings.
I’m a proud non-binary, transgender, queer, and autistic person.
My approach is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), also known as Parts Work. IFS offers a way to explore the many different “parts” of ourselves: those that may feel conflicted, protective, or wounded. I’ve found this work to be especially helpful for people who tend to over-intellectualize their feelings.
A little bit about me, I am a queer friendly therapist who is a part of the community.
I love to work with clients who are open to growing, gaining a deeper understanding of who they are, and discovering a better version of themselves.
A little bit about me, I am a queer friendly therapist who is a part of the community.
I love to work with clients who are open to growing, gaining a deeper understanding of who they are, and discovering a better version of themselves.
As a Caribbean LGBTQ+ therapist that specializes in couples, families, young adults, and adults, I understand how important it is to have a safe space to be able to heal and unpack unhealthy dynamics happening in your relationships with your loved ones.
I specialize in Structural Therapy, Strategic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and have 5 years of experience working with LGBTQ+ clients and clients of varying cultures and backgrounds battling complex trauma, ADHD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and much more.
As a Caribbean LGBTQ+ therapist that specializes in couples, families, young adults, and adults, I understand how important it is to have a safe space to be able to heal and unpack unhealthy dynamics happening in your relationships with your loved ones.
I specialize in Structural Therapy, Strategic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and have 5 years of experience working with LGBTQ+ clients and clients of varying cultures and backgrounds battling complex trauma, ADHD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and much more.
Therapy can and should be an enriching place to safely begin the process of healing and growth. Therapy requires dedication and a willingness to touch both dark and light areas of your life, and it is my goal to help you move through both worlds safely and supportively. While we cannot predict our future, we can be present in the journey. My goal is to help clients feel empowered by their work in therapy, obtain personal growth, awareness, and fulfillment, and ultimately lead a more balanced, peaceful, and rewarding life however that may look to each person.
Therapy can and should be an enriching place to safely begin the process of healing and growth. Therapy requires dedication and a willingness to touch both dark and light areas of your life, and it is my goal to help you move through both worlds safely and supportively. While we cannot predict our future, we can be present in the journey. My goal is to help clients feel empowered by their work in therapy, obtain personal growth, awareness, and fulfillment, and ultimately lead a more balanced, peaceful, and rewarding life however that may look to each person.
Have you ever been afraid to step outside of your comfort zone? Have you ever wondered what it may be like if things could be different, to benefit both yourself and your family? Change is a challenge for many and yet, with the courage to work towards change, you can become healed from life's hardships. As a therapist, I utilize a collaborative approach and create a safe and supportive environment to further explore the way thoughts, feelings and past experiences impact your current experience and allow the process of change to be created.
Have you ever been afraid to step outside of your comfort zone? Have you ever wondered what it may be like if things could be different, to benefit both yourself and your family? Change is a challenge for many and yet, with the courage to work towards change, you can become healed from life's hardships. As a therapist, I utilize a collaborative approach and create a safe and supportive environment to further explore the way thoughts, feelings and past experiences impact your current experience and allow the process of change to be created.
Compassion Coherence LLP.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, APRN, LPC, LADC, RDN, LCSW
12 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
Accepting new clients virtually across Connecticut! Offering an integrated/holistic approach to your care. Feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or unsure where to turn? Our team is here to help! We combine therapy, medication management, and nutritional support to create a plan that fits your life. Clients come to us seeking clarity, relief, and a path forward—and we offer warm, responsive care that helps you feel understood, supported, and equipped to make meaningful change. Through this integrated approach, we build personalized, holistic plans that help you feel empowered and on the path to lasting well-being.
Accepting new clients virtually across Connecticut! Offering an integrated/holistic approach to your care. Feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or unsure where to turn? Our team is here to help! We combine therapy, medication management, and nutritional support to create a plan that fits your life. Clients come to us seeking clarity, relief, and a path forward—and we offer warm, responsive care that helps you feel understood, supported, and equipped to make meaningful change. Through this integrated approach, we build personalized, holistic plans that help you feel empowered and on the path to lasting well-being.
Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you're seeking help for yourself or someone you care about, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to navigate life's challenges.
Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you're seeking help for yourself or someone you care about, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to navigate life's challenges.
I view mental health as an essential factor to build a better life that's manageable and open to joy. I look at individuals as part of a network of the internal world, the environment, family and community. Self empowerment and success is very important to me.
I view mental health as an essential factor to build a better life that's manageable and open to joy. I look at individuals as part of a network of the internal world, the environment, family and community. Self empowerment and success is very important to me.
You’re not looking for “quick fixes” or strategies. You might even know what to do but the process seems hard and you’re stuck. You wonder why you’re having these thoughts and emotions. That’s where working on the conflict and dynamics can help you untangle the problem.
You’re told you’re wise beyond your years, intuitive, sensitive, and weird. You’re misunderstood and don’t quite fit into a neat box. You crave belonging and understanding, a space to work through the tough thoughts and feelings. You crave true connection, a life that’s worth living and relationships that nourish you.
You’re not looking for “quick fixes” or strategies. You might even know what to do but the process seems hard and you’re stuck. You wonder why you’re having these thoughts and emotions. That’s where working on the conflict and dynamics can help you untangle the problem.
You’re told you’re wise beyond your years, intuitive, sensitive, and weird. You’re misunderstood and don’t quite fit into a neat box. You crave belonging and understanding, a space to work through the tough thoughts and feelings. You crave true connection, a life that’s worth living and relationships that nourish you.
People seek therapy for different reasons - life transitions, family issues, anxiety, depression, a sense that they could be living fuller lives. Sometimes people feel unhappy and stuck in old familiar behaviors and patterns that they find are no longer helping them reach their goals. Working with a licensed therapist can provide the objective and professional feedback needed to assist in defining challenges, developing goals, and working toward positive change.
People seek therapy for different reasons - life transitions, family issues, anxiety, depression, a sense that they could be living fuller lives. Sometimes people feel unhappy and stuck in old familiar behaviors and patterns that they find are no longer helping them reach their goals. Working with a licensed therapist can provide the objective and professional feedback needed to assist in defining challenges, developing goals, and working toward positive change.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Connecticut. I am a bilingual BIPOC therapist with almost 20 years of experience and a commitment to collaboration with my clients. I received my Master's degree from the University of Connecticut and a Doctorate in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University. I have been practicing clinically for twelve years. I specialize in guiding adults through trauma healing with a personalized plan that fits their needs and considers their cultural considerations and strengths.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Connecticut. I am a bilingual BIPOC therapist with almost 20 years of experience and a commitment to collaboration with my clients. I received my Master's degree from the University of Connecticut and a Doctorate in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University. I have been practicing clinically for twelve years. I specialize in guiding adults through trauma healing with a personalized plan that fits their needs and considers their cultural considerations and strengths.
I am accepting new clients. Many people find life challenging and sometimes overwhelming but hesitate to reach out for help. I create a welcoming, safe, and validating environment where my clients can explore their issues at their own pace and arrive at solutions that make sense to them without being judged, labeled, or rushed. I help you navigate your personal journey toward growth and healing from addiction, trauma, anxiety and/or depression.
I am accepting new clients. Many people find life challenging and sometimes overwhelming but hesitate to reach out for help. I create a welcoming, safe, and validating environment where my clients can explore their issues at their own pace and arrive at solutions that make sense to them without being judged, labeled, or rushed. I help you navigate your personal journey toward growth and healing from addiction, trauma, anxiety and/or depression.
Accepting new clients for Telehealth. I'm a LCSW and owner of Rising Up Counseling, LLC in Wallingford. Therapy can be a difficult first step but I strive to make sessions a safe and secure experience so that true healing can happen. I have over 19 years of experience in the healthcare field working with children, adolescents and adults. My experience is in helping people of ALL ages who struggle with anxiety, grief, depression, interpersonal relationships, bullying, postpartum, life transitions or other life stressors. I'm skilled in CBT, DBT, anger management as well as life coaching strategies and concepts of positive psychology.
Accepting new clients for Telehealth. I'm a LCSW and owner of Rising Up Counseling, LLC in Wallingford. Therapy can be a difficult first step but I strive to make sessions a safe and secure experience so that true healing can happen. I have over 19 years of experience in the healthcare field working with children, adolescents and adults. My experience is in helping people of ALL ages who struggle with anxiety, grief, depression, interpersonal relationships, bullying, postpartum, life transitions or other life stressors. I'm skilled in CBT, DBT, anger management as well as life coaching strategies and concepts of positive psychology.
Centerpiece Behavioral Health Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Wallingford, CT 06492
Accepting new clients! At Centerpiece, our goal is to help you by supporting your continued self-development and vision toward self-awareness and a healthy emotional state of being. At Centerpiece Behavioral Health Services, we aim at creating a safe space to focus on healing and prospective on life's challenges. If you are dealing with life stressors, anxiety, depression, work related stress, adjustment and life transitions or just need a listening ear of someone with an objective prospective, counseling maybe for you. We are dedicated to helping you focus on your inner strength, self-care and self-improvement.
Accepting new clients! At Centerpiece, our goal is to help you by supporting your continued self-development and vision toward self-awareness and a healthy emotional state of being. At Centerpiece Behavioral Health Services, we aim at creating a safe space to focus on healing and prospective on life's challenges. If you are dealing with life stressors, anxiety, depression, work related stress, adjustment and life transitions or just need a listening ear of someone with an objective prospective, counseling maybe for you. We are dedicated to helping you focus on your inner strength, self-care and self-improvement.
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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.