LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 10175

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Dr. Ashley Curiel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10175  (Online Only)
My specialties include working with creative professionals, high school and college students, individuals in their 20s and 30s, LGBTQIA+ individuals, those seeking ADHD/executive functioning support and coaching, and bicoastal clients who benefit from having a provider who is licensed in both California and New York.
Tired of feeling stuck and frustrated? You deserve to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. I can help you accomplish that in numerous ways. While I offer traditional talk therapy, I also offer Somatic Experiencing and EMDR. Both of these modalities utilize an inside-out approach, facilitating healing at a deep, somatic level that endures, rather than trying to convince yourself you are okay when you know you don’t feel it in your body. Plus, you never have to sacrifice one approach for another. We continue to incorporate other modalities, such as psychodynamic, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral interventions, into treatment.
My specialties include working with creative professionals, high school and college students, individuals in their 20s and 30s, LGBTQIA+ individuals, those seeking ADHD/executive functioning support and coaching, and bicoastal clients who benefit from having a provider who is licensed in both California and New York.
Tired of feeling stuck and frustrated? You deserve to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. I can help you accomplish that in numerous ways. While I offer traditional talk therapy, I also offer Somatic Experiencing and EMDR. Both of these modalities utilize an inside-out approach, facilitating healing at a deep, somatic level that endures, rather than trying to convince yourself you are okay when you know you don’t feel it in your body. Plus, you never have to sacrifice one approach for another. We continue to incorporate other modalities, such as psychodynamic, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral interventions, into treatment.
(646) 609-8563 View (646) 609-8563
Photo of Ashley Curiel, PsyD, Psychologist
Ashley Curiel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10175  (Online Only)
My specialties include working with creative professionals, high school and college students, individuals in their 20s and 30s, LGBTQIA+ individuals, those seeking ADHD/executive functioning support and coaching, and bicoastal clients who benefit from having a provider who is licensed in both California and New York.
Tired of feeling stuck and frustrated? You deserve to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. I can help you accomplish that in numerous ways. While I offer traditional talk therapy, I also offer Somatic Experiencing and EMDR. Both of these modalities utilize an inside-out approach, facilitating healing at a deep, somatic level that endures, rather than trying to convince yourself you are okay when you know you don’t feel it in your body. Plus, you never have to sacrifice one approach for another. We continue to incorporate other modalities, such as psychodynamic, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral interventions, into treatment.
My specialties include working with creative professionals, high school and college students, individuals in their 20s and 30s, LGBTQIA+ individuals, those seeking ADHD/executive functioning support and coaching, and bicoastal clients who benefit from having a provider who is licensed in both California and New York.
Tired of feeling stuck and frustrated? You deserve to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. I can help you accomplish that in numerous ways. While I offer traditional talk therapy, I also offer Somatic Experiencing and EMDR. Both of these modalities utilize an inside-out approach, facilitating healing at a deep, somatic level that endures, rather than trying to convince yourself you are okay when you know you don’t feel it in your body. Plus, you never have to sacrifice one approach for another. We continue to incorporate other modalities, such as psychodynamic, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral interventions, into treatment.
(424) 529-3733 View (424) 529-3733
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Anamarija Vuic
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10175
At a very young age, I realized I wanted to work with people and help them overcome their difficulties. Having had amazing teachers, I thought that was their job. Only later did I learn it was what psychotherapists do! My clients often come to me wanting to find their sense of self or purpose, to understand their emotions, or to maintain satisfying relationships. Most of them have been through difficult life circumstances they find hard to talk about with others. All of them are becoming aware of recurring patterns that no longer serve them, but don't know how to change them.
At a very young age, I realized I wanted to work with people and help them overcome their difficulties. Having had amazing teachers, I thought that was their job. Only later did I learn it was what psychotherapists do! My clients often come to me wanting to find their sense of self or purpose, to understand their emotions, or to maintain satisfying relationships. Most of them have been through difficult life circumstances they find hard to talk about with others. All of them are becoming aware of recurring patterns that no longer serve them, but don't know how to change them.
(646) 687-1811 View (646) 687-1811
Photo of Sabrina Sarro, MFA, LCSW, C-DBT, CCTP, SIFI, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Sabrina Sarro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, LCSW, C-DBT, CCTP, SIFI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10175  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in Autism, college students/teens, LGBTQIA issues, executive functioning, and emotional insight cultivation around relational frameworks.
Hi beautiful people! Need support from feeling unseen or navigating a world in which your identities are not affirmed? I'm here to support you in further harnessing your intuitive voice, as well as providing a space to explore your past, current, and potential future. As a Black/ Queer/Neurodivergent provider, I am dedicated to helping you synthesize memories and experiences of your life, and how these moments might be informing your identities today. I am deeply invested in you and think of our relationship as a collaborative one in which we both discover and explore what affirms you and makes you feel seen, heard, and supported.
I specialize in Autism, college students/teens, LGBTQIA issues, executive functioning, and emotional insight cultivation around relational frameworks.
Hi beautiful people! Need support from feeling unseen or navigating a world in which your identities are not affirmed? I'm here to support you in further harnessing your intuitive voice, as well as providing a space to explore your past, current, and potential future. As a Black/ Queer/Neurodivergent provider, I am dedicated to helping you synthesize memories and experiences of your life, and how these moments might be informing your identities today. I am deeply invested in you and think of our relationship as a collaborative one in which we both discover and explore what affirms you and makes you feel seen, heard, and supported.
(646) 956-1277 View (646) 956-1277

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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.