LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Carroll County, GA
While I have worked with a variety of different mental health concerns, I specialized in complex trauma and dissociation, neurodivergence and autism in adults, and LGBT issues.
I offer therapy from a humanistic existential perspective, which means two things: I believe that all of my clients have inherent worth, no matter what, and that everyone is capable of change and becoming the person they want to be. You are the expert on your own life. My job is to help you navigate your map and give you the tools you need to do so.
While I have worked with a variety of different mental health concerns, I specialized in complex trauma and dissociation, neurodivergence and autism in adults, and LGBT issues.
I offer therapy from a humanistic existential perspective, which means two things: I believe that all of my clients have inherent worth, no matter what, and that everyone is capable of change and becoming the person they want to be. You are the expert on your own life. My job is to help you navigate your map and give you the tools you need to do so.
Dr. Treva Sexton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CADCII, CPCS, CST
Verified Verified
Online Only
LGBTQ+ and alternative lifestyles welcome!
As our society becomes more accepting of alternative relationships, the need for added support has increased. I offer that space where individuals can feel comfortable in knowing they are accepted. I am a fully licensed counselor focusing on sexuality and sexual issues. This ranges from communication to sexual dysfunction and a variety of topics in between.
LGBTQ+ and alternative lifestyles welcome!
As our society becomes more accepting of alternative relationships, the need for added support has increased. I offer that space where individuals can feel comfortable in knowing they are accepted. I am a fully licensed counselor focusing on sexuality and sexual issues. This ranges from communication to sexual dysfunction and a variety of topics in between.
Everyone has their own unique experiences which I intend to use to empower the client as well as being an ally and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.
My approach to wholistic therapy is based in humanistic and person centered practices. This looks like focusing on all of your inner experiences and yourself in mind, body and spirit and in our connections to other people. Also using practices of meditation and grounding in nature. And looking at how the brain can sometimes get stuck and how to break free.
Everyone has their own unique experiences which I intend to use to empower the client as well as being an ally and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.
My approach to wholistic therapy is based in humanistic and person centered practices. This looks like focusing on all of your inner experiences and yourself in mind, body and spirit and in our connections to other people. Also using practices of meditation and grounding in nature. And looking at how the brain can sometimes get stuck and how to break free.
I also specialize in working with and improving the mental health of minority and marginalized emerging adults, specifically within our Black and LGBTQIA+ community members.
Are you experiencing difficulties in your family relationships or a relationship with your significant other? Or, are you at a point in your life where you are overwhelmed with conflict, hardships, and other stressors? Life can be a struggle at times, and it can be difficult finding balance on your own. Seeking additional support is the first step in re-authoring your story and creating the life that you want for yourself. With this in mind, I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and should be unique to each client and their needs.
I also specialize in working with and improving the mental health of minority and marginalized emerging adults, specifically within our Black and LGBTQIA+ community members.
Are you experiencing difficulties in your family relationships or a relationship with your significant other? Or, are you at a point in your life where you are overwhelmed with conflict, hardships, and other stressors? Life can be a struggle at times, and it can be difficult finding balance on your own. Seeking additional support is the first step in re-authoring your story and creating the life that you want for yourself. With this in mind, I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and should be unique to each client and their needs.
I work with children/adolescents in areas of trauma, low self-esteem, anxiety, anger issues, depression, LGBTQ issues, grief/bereavement, and abuse.
I use Holistic techniques to assist in finding the balance between the MIND, BODY and SPIRIT! With a focus on a Strengths-Based approach, I emphasize the importance of understanding how to expand on what is currently WORKING in your life. This will assist with developing a plan to address any challenges.
I work with children/adolescents in areas of trauma, low self-esteem, anxiety, anger issues, depression, LGBTQ issues, grief/bereavement, and abuse.
I use Holistic techniques to assist in finding the balance between the MIND, BODY and SPIRIT! With a focus on a Strengths-Based approach, I emphasize the importance of understanding how to expand on what is currently WORKING in your life. This will assist with developing a plan to address any challenges.
As an LGBTQ+ affirming provider, I'm dedicated to helping individuals feel more comfortable with their true selves.
I adopt an eclectic therapy style, tailoring evidence-based practices to meet the unique needs of each client. I'm also skilled at breaking down complex concepts related to diagnoses, brain function, and medication effects into accessible and clear language, ensuring that my clients understand all aspects of their care.
As an LGBTQ+ affirming provider, I'm dedicated to helping individuals feel more comfortable with their true selves.
I adopt an eclectic therapy style, tailoring evidence-based practices to meet the unique needs of each client. I'm also skilled at breaking down complex concepts related to diagnoses, brain function, and medication effects into accessible and clear language, ensuring that my clients understand all aspects of their care.
I see you. You can’t eat. You can’t sleep. Your heart feels like it is beating out of your chest. You feel alone. You put everyone else first and wonder when it will be your turn. You don’t even feel like the person in the mirror, so how can you hope to find acceptance from anyone else? Is your main concern your body size or shape? Your sexuality? The role others expect of you? You are overwhelmed by feelings you don’t even understand. You wonder if you will be stuck like this forever.
I see you. You can’t eat. You can’t sleep. Your heart feels like it is beating out of your chest. You feel alone. You put everyone else first and wonder when it will be your turn. You don’t even feel like the person in the mirror, so how can you hope to find acceptance from anyone else? Is your main concern your body size or shape? Your sexuality? The role others expect of you? You are overwhelmed by feelings you don’t even understand. You wonder if you will be stuck like this forever.
Challenges related to depression, anxiety, ADHD and high-functioning autism can be difficult to say the least, but there are ways to work with these experiences to make it easier for you. I have experience working with clients who have multiple mental health issues and enjoy working with clients who are looking to manage and/or overcome the difficulties of these experiences.
Challenges related to depression, anxiety, ADHD and high-functioning autism can be difficult to say the least, but there are ways to work with these experiences to make it easier for you. I have experience working with clients who have multiple mental health issues and enjoy working with clients who are looking to manage and/or overcome the difficulties of these experiences.
Jami Lynn Marie Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, GA 30117
As a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my goal to help clients build the relationships and life they desire. Whether families are facing a crisis, a couple is looking to strengthen their partnership, an individual is striving to manage their mental health and diagnosis, or parents are seeking more positive relationships with their children, my goal is to meet clients exactly where they are in their life story and collaborate a new, desired story-line.
As a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my goal to help clients build the relationships and life they desire. Whether families are facing a crisis, a couple is looking to strengthen their partnership, an individual is striving to manage their mental health and diagnosis, or parents are seeking more positive relationships with their children, my goal is to meet clients exactly where they are in their life story and collaborate a new, desired story-line.
Nicole R. Dodson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Carrollton, GA 30117
I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, anger management issues, self-esteem issues, behavioral issues, and substance abuse issues. I also work with people who have suffered trauma and experience symptoms of PTSD and ADHD. I have also found that a strong mind/body connection can be especially helpful for clients who have trouble with focus and concentration. Teaching clients to connect and trust in their own inner wisdom (sometimes called our "gut instinct") can help them have more confidence in their own abilities and the choices they make.
I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, anger management issues, self-esteem issues, behavioral issues, and substance abuse issues. I also work with people who have suffered trauma and experience symptoms of PTSD and ADHD. I have also found that a strong mind/body connection can be especially helpful for clients who have trouble with focus and concentration. Teaching clients to connect and trust in their own inner wisdom (sometimes called our "gut instinct") can help them have more confidence in their own abilities and the choices they make.
Over the years, I have worked for several organizations and programs meeting the needs of all age groups. I'm very passionate and care deeply about helping others. I was licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2005. I received my M.S. (2000) at Jacksonville State University. I am encouraged by individuals genuinely working to resolve life conflicts and struggles.
Over the years, I have worked for several organizations and programs meeting the needs of all age groups. I'm very passionate and care deeply about helping others. I was licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2005. I received my M.S. (2000) at Jacksonville State University. I am encouraged by individuals genuinely working to resolve life conflicts and struggles.
Meet Our LGBTQ+ Therapists
There are many reasons to seek professional counseling. Yours might be feeling "stuck" or overwhelmed with depression. Perhaps, stress and anxiety have become constant companions. Maybe panic has been intruding too often. Has grief taken over your thoughts? Whatever your struggle, my purpose is to guide you towards inner peace utilizing a variety of emotional, and if desired, spiritual techniques.
There are many reasons to seek professional counseling. Yours might be feeling "stuck" or overwhelmed with depression. Perhaps, stress and anxiety have become constant companions. Maybe panic has been intruding too often. Has grief taken over your thoughts? Whatever your struggle, my purpose is to guide you towards inner peace utilizing a variety of emotional, and if desired, spiritual techniques.
Are you overwhelmed? Stressed out? Do you feel like life is just one constant struggle and nobody seems willing to listen? Maybe you feel stuck in a job you hate or a relationship that is not healthy. Therapy can be just what you need to help you get unstuck, build some tools to help you better manage life, or even find your joy again. You don’t have to be crazy to benefit from therapy. I tell people all the time that therapy is designed to help you figure out what you want and the best way to get it. Honestly, we could all use professional help every now and then.
Are you overwhelmed? Stressed out? Do you feel like life is just one constant struggle and nobody seems willing to listen? Maybe you feel stuck in a job you hate or a relationship that is not healthy. Therapy can be just what you need to help you get unstuck, build some tools to help you better manage life, or even find your joy again. You don’t have to be crazy to benefit from therapy. I tell people all the time that therapy is designed to help you figure out what you want and the best way to get it. Honestly, we could all use professional help every now and then.
Waves Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, RPT-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Carrollton, GA 30117
You're tired of the constant nagging and fighting. The tantrums are exhausting and embarrassing. You're constantly explaining yourself and you just don't understand why your child seems to ask the same question over and over. You've noticed your child is more irritable and becomes easily frustrated. You're not sure if your child's behavior is normal. Your child gives up when things become hard. You're constantly questioning yourself and you feel as though you're failing at this whole parent thing. You think something could be wrong. You want help. It's tough being a parent; WE get it! Together we will make things better.
You're tired of the constant nagging and fighting. The tantrums are exhausting and embarrassing. You're constantly explaining yourself and you just don't understand why your child seems to ask the same question over and over. You've noticed your child is more irritable and becomes easily frustrated. You're not sure if your child's behavior is normal. Your child gives up when things become hard. You're constantly questioning yourself and you feel as though you're failing at this whole parent thing. You think something could be wrong. You want help. It's tough being a parent; WE get it! Together we will make things better.
Balancing the Journey: Counseling, Consultation, and Supervision was founded to assist individuals, families, organizations, and counselors-in-training by providing opportunities for DISCOVERY, HEALING, and GROWTH. Balancing the Journey provides a safe place for the exploration, expression, and process of life experiences; development of steps to obtain goals; and clarity of the present while finding direction for the future.
Balancing the Journey: Counseling, Consultation, and Supervision was founded to assist individuals, families, organizations, and counselors-in-training by providing opportunities for DISCOVERY, HEALING, and GROWTH. Balancing the Journey provides a safe place for the exploration, expression, and process of life experiences; development of steps to obtain goals; and clarity of the present while finding direction for the future.
Dana Nummerdor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Villa Rica, GA 30180
Waitlist for new clients
If you are struggling and feel lost in your life, or are dealing with challenges to your mental health, reach out to me. We can work together to explore what isn't working in your life and get you to a better place. I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties with grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, life-phase transitions, relationship issues, and spirituality. I am also certified as a Life Coach and Reiki practitioner.
If you are struggling and feel lost in your life, or are dealing with challenges to your mental health, reach out to me. We can work together to explore what isn't working in your life and get you to a better place. I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties with grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, life-phase transitions, relationship issues, and spirituality. I am also certified as a Life Coach and Reiki practitioner.
Heather Lynn Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CSC, LPC
Verified Verified
Villa Rica, GA 30180
Most of my child and teen clients look forward to therapy. I am highly successful in building a safe space and encouraging rewarding therapeutic experiences and positive change for children and teens. Does your child act unruly or have trouble managing small disappointments or changes without crying like the world has ended? Does your child or teen struggle with social skills, making poor choices, having low grades, or have low confidence? Have things turned to being unsafe in the home or school? Have you and your partner argued about how to handle your child? Turn that frown upside down!
Most of my child and teen clients look forward to therapy. I am highly successful in building a safe space and encouraging rewarding therapeutic experiences and positive change for children and teens. Does your child act unruly or have trouble managing small disappointments or changes without crying like the world has ended? Does your child or teen struggle with social skills, making poor choices, having low grades, or have low confidence? Have things turned to being unsafe in the home or school? Have you and your partner argued about how to handle your child? Turn that frown upside down!
Feeling overwhelmed and like you’re carrying too much? If you’re a therapist or a highly sensitive person, you know what it’s like to hold space for others—but who’s holding space for you? Maybe you’ve hit a wall. You’re emotionally drained, questioning yourself, and wondering if it’s even possible to feel grounded and confident. You don’t need another surface-level fix. You need a deep reset. That’s where I come in.
In addition to traditional 60-minute sessions, I specialize in therapy intensives—focused 3-5 hour sessions over 1-3 days—to help you cut through the noise and get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck.
Feeling overwhelmed and like you’re carrying too much? If you’re a therapist or a highly sensitive person, you know what it’s like to hold space for others—but who’s holding space for you? Maybe you’ve hit a wall. You’re emotionally drained, questioning yourself, and wondering if it’s even possible to feel grounded and confident. You don’t need another surface-level fix. You need a deep reset. That’s where I come in.
In addition to traditional 60-minute sessions, I specialize in therapy intensives—focused 3-5 hour sessions over 1-3 days—to help you cut through the noise and get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck.
Angela C Pace
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, GA 30117
I work with adolescents and adults. I have experience working with clients that are struggling with anxiety, depression, women’s issues, sexuality issues, marriage issues, grief, existential issues, and trauma. Prior to beginning my own private practice, I worked with mental health agencies, residential treatment centers, and various local schools to provide counseling services to those in need.
I work with adolescents and adults. I have experience working with clients that are struggling with anxiety, depression, women’s issues, sexuality issues, marriage issues, grief, existential issues, and trauma. Prior to beginning my own private practice, I worked with mental health agencies, residential treatment centers, and various local schools to provide counseling services to those in need.
Jamie Gaddy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPDPE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Villa Rica, GA 30180
Carl Jung once said, "Your vision will become clear only when you look into your own heart." Giving yourself the gift of therapy is allowing yourself the opportunity to look deeply into your own heart. I believe we all have the ability to access our innate clarity and wisdom, and it is a unique honor to accompany you in the process. Having a background in mindfulness meditation and integrative health, I offer a holistic approach to mental wellness. I approach this work with curiosity and compassion, aiming to help you cultivate greater insight and self-healing.
Carl Jung once said, "Your vision will become clear only when you look into your own heart." Giving yourself the gift of therapy is allowing yourself the opportunity to look deeply into your own heart. I believe we all have the ability to access our innate clarity and wisdom, and it is a unique honor to accompany you in the process. Having a background in mindfulness meditation and integrative health, I offer a holistic approach to mental wellness. I approach this work with curiosity and compassion, aiming to help you cultivate greater insight and self-healing.
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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.