LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 13066
Jim Feinberg LCSW-r CH.t
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NY 13066
Are you feeling down? Living with HIV/AIDS? Are you facing challenges as an LBGT person? Are you struggling with substances? Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Sense of self? Are you and your intimate partner having difficulties in your relationship? Are people telling you you are not the same person they know? I have 26 years of experience in working with LGBTQIA issues, people with HIV/AIDS, Grief/Loss, Substance Abuse, Mental Health issues, Depression, Anxiety, Individual/ Couples therapy. I work in conjunction with you , to be forthcoming, find your strengths and maximize the benefits of therapy. In person appts only.
Are you feeling down? Living with HIV/AIDS? Are you facing challenges as an LBGT person? Are you struggling with substances? Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Sense of self? Are you and your intimate partner having difficulties in your relationship? Are people telling you you are not the same person they know? I have 26 years of experience in working with LGBTQIA issues, people with HIV/AIDS, Grief/Loss, Substance Abuse, Mental Health issues, Depression, Anxiety, Individual/ Couples therapy. I work in conjunction with you , to be forthcoming, find your strengths and maximize the benefits of therapy. In person appts only.
Do you struggle feeling authentic? Sometimes it feels like we are wearing a mask in hopes of being accepted by the people in our lives. How much of your time do you spend masking? Do you worry that even a therapist may not understand you and your concerns? I want you to know that I am open, welcoming, affirming, Body Positive, Sex Positive, Polyamorous/Ethical Non-Monogamy Positive, and Kink/BDSM Positive! I believe in radical acceptance. I am a Queer Therapist and would like to help you take off your mask, embrace your true identity, and live life to the fullest! Life can be so much better!
Do you struggle feeling authentic? Sometimes it feels like we are wearing a mask in hopes of being accepted by the people in our lives. How much of your time do you spend masking? Do you worry that even a therapist may not understand you and your concerns? I want you to know that I am open, welcoming, affirming, Body Positive, Sex Positive, Polyamorous/Ethical Non-Monogamy Positive, and Kink/BDSM Positive! I believe in radical acceptance. I am a Queer Therapist and would like to help you take off your mask, embrace your true identity, and live life to the fullest! Life can be so much better!
I am a proud ally of the LGBTQIA+ population, trained in EMDR, nearing certification in both EMDR and as an Eating Disorder Specialist.
Our practice is accepting new clients in Fall 2024. My priority is to create a safe, supportive, and affirmative space for you. The process of therapy requires courage, and I honor that in every individual I get to work with. I hope to offer a compassionate, curious, and connected presence as you explore and implement what is needed for your healing. Offering support for those in recovery from eating disorders, in need of support for emotional dysregulation, exploration of over use of alcohol/substances, trauma, & women's wellness.
I am a proud ally of the LGBTQIA+ population, trained in EMDR, nearing certification in both EMDR and as an Eating Disorder Specialist.
Our practice is accepting new clients in Fall 2024. My priority is to create a safe, supportive, and affirmative space for you. The process of therapy requires courage, and I honor that in every individual I get to work with. I hope to offer a compassionate, curious, and connected presence as you explore and implement what is needed for your healing. Offering support for those in recovery from eating disorders, in need of support for emotional dysregulation, exploration of over use of alcohol/substances, trauma, & women's wellness.
Giles Sieburg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NY 13066 (Online Only)
I specialize in LGBTQ+ therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, I believe that therapy is a journey that can provide valuable perspective and facilitate healing. In my sessions, I aim to create a supportive and safe environment where my clients can work to reclaim their lives from fear, pain, and hopelessness. By exploring the systems, families, and relationships that shape their experiences, my clients can gain insight into their inner selves and learn how to cope with past traumas and current stressors. Together, we can work towards moving forward rather than remaining stuck.
I specialize in LGBTQ+ therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, I believe that therapy is a journey that can provide valuable perspective and facilitate healing. In my sessions, I aim to create a supportive and safe environment where my clients can work to reclaim their lives from fear, pain, and hopelessness. By exploring the systems, families, and relationships that shape their experiences, my clients can gain insight into their inner selves and learn how to cope with past traumas and current stressors. Together, we can work towards moving forward rather than remaining stuck.
As an AASECT certified sex therapist, I work with LGBTQ, kink, and CNM communities.
The therapeutic relationship offers support to process experiences. Collaboratively, through warmth and directness, we navigate interpersonal and relational issues, creating change that improves well-being.
As an AASECT certified sex therapist, I work with LGBTQ, kink, and CNM communities.
The therapeutic relationship offers support to process experiences. Collaboratively, through warmth and directness, we navigate interpersonal and relational issues, creating change that improves well-being.
Emily Covello
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NY 13066
We help teens and adults with challenges and life transitions through a holistic approach that supports an individual's overall wellness.
I understand that anxiety and OCD often feel overwhelming and isolating; how it is often difficult to explain the relentlessness of intrusive thoughts and worry. I recognize that OCD is a lot more than the compulsions people can see and how the constant worry gets in the way of all you want to do. In working with me you will feel understood and learn the tools necessary to reclaim your life. Everyone's version of healing is different and I am here to be a guide as we create your own path forward. I am dedicated to helping you free yourself from the cycle of worry and doubt.
We help teens and adults with challenges and life transitions through a holistic approach that supports an individual's overall wellness.
I understand that anxiety and OCD often feel overwhelming and isolating; how it is often difficult to explain the relentlessness of intrusive thoughts and worry. I recognize that OCD is a lot more than the compulsions people can see and how the constant worry gets in the way of all you want to do. In working with me you will feel understood and learn the tools necessary to reclaim your life. Everyone's version of healing is different and I am here to be a guide as we create your own path forward. I am dedicated to helping you free yourself from the cycle of worry and doubt.
Douglas Goldschmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, PhD
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, NY 13066
I believe that therapy can develop non-judgmental awareness of what we face in the present, of thoughts and feelings that are based on conditioned reactions from our past, and of the ability to then cultivate the inner freedom that allows us to move into a future grounded in experience and directed at a positive and compassionate understanding of ourselves and of others. Developing the ability to be aware is a practice that each client learns and practices according to their needs, interests, and learning styles. There is no ideal client, there is only the commitment to practice awareness and find freedom from the past.
I believe that therapy can develop non-judgmental awareness of what we face in the present, of thoughts and feelings that are based on conditioned reactions from our past, and of the ability to then cultivate the inner freedom that allows us to move into a future grounded in experience and directed at a positive and compassionate understanding of ourselves and of others. Developing the ability to be aware is a practice that each client learns and practices according to their needs, interests, and learning styles. There is no ideal client, there is only the commitment to practice awareness and find freedom from the past.
I am a Licensed Mental Health counselor who specializes in working with trauma and eating disorders . Trauma leaves a living legacy that can stay with you long after the trauma is over and I can help you live a life free from that legacy. I do so utilizing a parts model approach to therapy called Trauma Informed Stabilization in combination with EMDR . I also have a specialty of working with eating disorders with a health at every size approach. We work to understand the disordered eating pattern, develop tools and resources to target the symptoms of the. disorder and get to the core issue behind. I work with adults of all ages.
I am a Licensed Mental Health counselor who specializes in working with trauma and eating disorders . Trauma leaves a living legacy that can stay with you long after the trauma is over and I can help you live a life free from that legacy. I do so utilizing a parts model approach to therapy called Trauma Informed Stabilization in combination with EMDR . I also have a specialty of working with eating disorders with a health at every size approach. We work to understand the disordered eating pattern, develop tools and resources to target the symptoms of the. disorder and get to the core issue behind. I work with adults of all ages.
Aaron Max Klein
Counselor, LMHC, CASACMC, SEP™
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, NY 13066 (Online Only)
Does no one get how anxious, frustrated or checked out you feel? It's so hard to be misunderstood. Trauma, family pressure, relationship issues; these things can have you stuck in a cycle of unhappiness. These experiences may even have you anxious, depressed, and seeking relief through using substances. You’ve tried everything you can to address issues on your own and you want someone to actually help you. Despite it being hard, you're willing to ask for help. I want you to know that you can feel more connected, whole, energized, and fulfilled. I am dedicated to helping you, using somatic therapy to link the mind, body and spirit.
Does no one get how anxious, frustrated or checked out you feel? It's so hard to be misunderstood. Trauma, family pressure, relationship issues; these things can have you stuck in a cycle of unhappiness. These experiences may even have you anxious, depressed, and seeking relief through using substances. You’ve tried everything you can to address issues on your own and you want someone to actually help you. Despite it being hard, you're willing to ask for help. I want you to know that you can feel more connected, whole, energized, and fulfilled. I am dedicated to helping you, using somatic therapy to link the mind, body and spirit.
D.G. Baker LMHC, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NY 13066
Hey! Welcome! Congratulations, you’ve already taken the first step; you’re here. Sometimes we just need to feel heard. Expression is life and we're here to hear you. For those with a history of therapy we offer a new and refreshing experience. For those new to the therapeutic experience, we provide an atmosphere of empathy and understanding as you begin your healing journey. Your goals are our goals and we're here to help.
Hey! Welcome! Congratulations, you’ve already taken the first step; you’re here. Sometimes we just need to feel heard. Expression is life and we're here to hear you. For those with a history of therapy we offer a new and refreshing experience. For those new to the therapeutic experience, we provide an atmosphere of empathy and understanding as you begin your healing journey. Your goals are our goals and we're here to help.
Mackenzie Gillett
Creative Arts Therapist, MS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NY 13066
Deciding to pursue therapy can be a big step, and if you're feeling any nerves about that, first know that this is normal! If you're seeking relief from the weight of anxiety, depression, traumatic events, or life's general curveballs, I'd love to accompany you on this journey of healing, tailored to your needs. Maybe you're looking to cultivate a more compassionate relationship with yourself, or just need some support managing stressors. Being human is complicated, and let's be honest, really difficult at times. As a human on my own journey to healing and self-compassion, I am honored to accompany you and guide you on yours.
Deciding to pursue therapy can be a big step, and if you're feeling any nerves about that, first know that this is normal! If you're seeking relief from the weight of anxiety, depression, traumatic events, or life's general curveballs, I'd love to accompany you on this journey of healing, tailored to your needs. Maybe you're looking to cultivate a more compassionate relationship with yourself, or just need some support managing stressors. Being human is complicated, and let's be honest, really difficult at times. As a human on my own journey to healing and self-compassion, I am honored to accompany you and guide you on yours.
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I offer gentle, client-focused therapeutic services where your needs are honored as we process through your most pressing concerns. I have an eclectic approach, with a strong focus on anxiety, trauma and depression. I work with individuals, couples and families in a supportive, sensitive and compassionate way that supports your dignity and autonomy. I invite you to be an agent of your own healing process and to incorporate other methods of wellness that fit for you. I celebrate your individuality while recognizing the importance of the greater systems that impact you; your family, community, work life and spiritual observances.
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Jennifer Ashley Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NY 13066 (Online Only)
Now accepting new clients for fall! With the right support, I believe there is always opportunity for change, growth and healing. It takes courage to reach out and share your story; I am here to work alongside you as you begin your healing journey. Together, we will work to create long lasting meaningful changes in your life. Whether you want to heal from past traumas, improve relationships, or develop a greater sense of self worth, therapy can be a place to begin making these changes..
Now accepting new clients for fall! With the right support, I believe there is always opportunity for change, growth and healing. It takes courage to reach out and share your story; I am here to work alongside you as you begin your healing journey. Together, we will work to create long lasting meaningful changes in your life. Whether you want to heal from past traumas, improve relationships, or develop a greater sense of self worth, therapy can be a place to begin making these changes..
Life is not always easy, and often feels unfair. Whether you are suffering with depression, difficulty adjusting to change or struggling with an eating disorder, I believe that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Acceptance and change take courage, and nothing is harder than asking for help - but if you are searching for a therapist, then you have taken that first step towards healing and moving forward.
Life is not always easy, and often feels unfair. Whether you are suffering with depression, difficulty adjusting to change or struggling with an eating disorder, I believe that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Acceptance and change take courage, and nothing is harder than asking for help - but if you are searching for a therapist, then you have taken that first step towards healing and moving forward.
Jamie Ghany
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NY 13066
Waitlist for new clients
I am genuine with my clients, and prioritize developing a relationship in which they feel consistently supported and challenged. I have been practicing short and long-term therapy since 2006, and work collaboratively with my clients to guide them to a better understanding of the presenting issue, to highlight their strengths and resources, and to help them to identify other ways of approaching complex problems. Psychotherapy can be the first step towards developing insight into our problems, allowing for symptom relief and for creating more possibilities for meaningful experiences in our lives.
I am genuine with my clients, and prioritize developing a relationship in which they feel consistently supported and challenged. I have been practicing short and long-term therapy since 2006, and work collaboratively with my clients to guide them to a better understanding of the presenting issue, to highlight their strengths and resources, and to help them to identify other ways of approaching complex problems. Psychotherapy can be the first step towards developing insight into our problems, allowing for symptom relief and for creating more possibilities for meaningful experiences in our lives.
Tracy Torelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NY 13066 (Online Only)
Each of us have faced painful personal experiences. Pain can be due to events, interactions with others or troubled relationships. Or they can be caused by negative behavior or thought patterns that won’t stop. Sometimes we can address such troubles on their own. However, if you have been unable to resolve difficult issues alone, you may realize how they reduce the quality of your life – by establishing a pattern of emotional problems, an inability to interact productively with others, impacting your career, negatively affect relationships, or create problematic habits. But they can be addressed with help. My hours are M-F 8-4
Each of us have faced painful personal experiences. Pain can be due to events, interactions with others or troubled relationships. Or they can be caused by negative behavior or thought patterns that won’t stop. Sometimes we can address such troubles on their own. However, if you have been unable to resolve difficult issues alone, you may realize how they reduce the quality of your life – by establishing a pattern of emotional problems, an inability to interact productively with others, impacting your career, negatively affect relationships, or create problematic habits. But they can be addressed with help. My hours are M-F 8-4
Choosing to begin therapy is a wise and wonderful step in the direction of healing wounds and belief systems which may be holding you back. Together, we will collaborate to help you unearth your true self and discover the most beneficial strategies and skills for you to actively pursue and practice living the life you desire. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor experienced in working with individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in relationships, life transitions, supporting business and helping professionals, trauma, anxiety, grief, sexuality, OCD, confidence building and spirituality.
Choosing to begin therapy is a wise and wonderful step in the direction of healing wounds and belief systems which may be holding you back. Together, we will collaborate to help you unearth your true self and discover the most beneficial strategies and skills for you to actively pursue and practice living the life you desire. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor experienced in working with individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in relationships, life transitions, supporting business and helping professionals, trauma, anxiety, grief, sexuality, OCD, confidence building and spirituality.
Karen Schwarz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NY 13066
Since my youth, my passion has been to do the work I am doing, and I have been preparing and improving my skills toward that end. My goal is to enable clients to feel heard, identify potential causes for their concerns, create a treatment plan, and collaborate with them in their healing. My greatest satisfaction is working with clients to enable their highest potential, and their greatest strength, wisdom, and serenity. I work to develop a deep understanding of a client's perspective, then engage and join with the client to move forward from there. Please see my web site for more information about the services offered.
Since my youth, my passion has been to do the work I am doing, and I have been preparing and improving my skills toward that end. My goal is to enable clients to feel heard, identify potential causes for their concerns, create a treatment plan, and collaborate with them in their healing. My greatest satisfaction is working with clients to enable their highest potential, and their greatest strength, wisdom, and serenity. I work to develop a deep understanding of a client's perspective, then engage and join with the client to move forward from there. Please see my web site for more information about the services offered.
Do you struggle with an anxiety that affects your relationships, work, and day to day ability to function? Do you feel frustrated and overwhelmed by the thought of going to work or setting boundaries? Do you wonder if life should feel better? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe it can get better.
Do you struggle with an anxiety that affects your relationships, work, and day to day ability to function? Do you feel frustrated and overwhelmed by the thought of going to work or setting boundaries? Do you wonder if life should feel better? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe it can get better.
Donna H Farchione
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, NY 13066
You bring a unique set of circumstances to the healing process in therapy. I facilitate an individualized, collaborative process with you in an encouraging, supportive context. Incorporating evidence-based interventions, I will work with you from a strengths-based perspective, respecting your resourcefulness in your effort to heal emotional and psychological wounds and improve relationships, beginning with self-understanding. You are invited to ask questions and be an active participant. I view you as an individual, but in the context of the broader systems in which you operate; family, community, work-life and spiritual.
You bring a unique set of circumstances to the healing process in therapy. I facilitate an individualized, collaborative process with you in an encouraging, supportive context. Incorporating evidence-based interventions, I will work with you from a strengths-based perspective, respecting your resourcefulness in your effort to heal emotional and psychological wounds and improve relationships, beginning with self-understanding. You are invited to ask questions and be an active participant. I view you as an individual, but in the context of the broader systems in which you operate; family, community, work-life and spiritual.
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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.