LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 40207
Mandy Huff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
I specialize in working with adults and couples who are dealing with issues related to attachment, identity, and trauma. This includes intergenerational trauma, racial trauma, PTSD, and other related concerns. I also work with clients who have a diagnosis or symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression, or experience high stress. I am passionate about providing an affirming and inclusive space for historically marginalized groups, including but not limited to BIPOC, interracial couples, and women. I also enjoy working with fellow members of the queer community.
I specialize in working with adults and couples who are dealing with issues related to attachment, identity, and trauma. This includes intergenerational trauma, racial trauma, PTSD, and other related concerns. I also work with clients who have a diagnosis or symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression, or experience high stress. I am passionate about providing an affirming and inclusive space for historically marginalized groups, including but not limited to BIPOC, interracial couples, and women. I also enjoy working with fellow members of the queer community.
Matthew T. Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSSW, MSCFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Matthews, KY 40207
Are you tired of arguing with your partner? Did you find out your partner has cheated? Are you thinking of ending your relationship? I can help you reconnect with your partner by rebuilding trust and closeness using the most effective method of couple therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy. Is anxiety, depression, or trauma getting in the way of your relationships, work, or life? I can help you get to the root of the problem and give you tools to feel better. Are you struggling with the unique difficulties of being LGBTQ? I can help you develop the confidence and skills to live as your authentic self.
Are you tired of arguing with your partner? Did you find out your partner has cheated? Are you thinking of ending your relationship? I can help you reconnect with your partner by rebuilding trust and closeness using the most effective method of couple therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy. Is anxiety, depression, or trauma getting in the way of your relationships, work, or life? I can help you get to the root of the problem and give you tools to feel better. Are you struggling with the unique difficulties of being LGBTQ? I can help you develop the confidence and skills to live as your authentic self.
I provide LGBTQIA affirmative therapy, and life transitional situations and struggles.
I am a person centered counselor, I focus on both my client's needs and the solutions they are seeking. My clients receive support, confidentiality, and a safe place to open up and share. Transition and life's unexpected chaos is a powerful obstacle for many and challenging for most. My practice offers personal attention and an opportunity to be more flexible with the clients needs.
I provide LGBTQIA affirmative therapy, and life transitional situations and struggles.
I am a person centered counselor, I focus on both my client's needs and the solutions they are seeking. My clients receive support, confidentiality, and a safe place to open up and share. Transition and life's unexpected chaos is a powerful obstacle for many and challenging for most. My practice offers personal attention and an opportunity to be more flexible with the clients needs.
Maria Cristal Encarnación
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAMFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties include supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, those with intergenerational religious or cultural trauma, and those who struggle with depression or anxiety.
Working with you means having someone who truly listens to your pain, no matter its form. Whether it's anxiety, depression, shame, or fear, I'm here to walk beside you, helping you not just cope - but thrive. In a world that often tells us to bear our burdens alone, especially under the pressures of society, culture, or family, it can all become overwhelming. This pain can seep into every facet of our lives. You deserve a compassionate, empathetic space to release the pain you've been carrying for so long.
My specialties include supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, those with intergenerational religious or cultural trauma, and those who struggle with depression or anxiety.
Working with you means having someone who truly listens to your pain, no matter its form. Whether it's anxiety, depression, shame, or fear, I'm here to walk beside you, helping you not just cope - but thrive. In a world that often tells us to bear our burdens alone, especially under the pressures of society, culture, or family, it can all become overwhelming. This pain can seep into every facet of our lives. You deserve a compassionate, empathetic space to release the pain you've been carrying for so long.
Live Proud LGBT Mental Health Svcs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
Are you a gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender person trying to find someone who understands your unique struggles and needs ? Have you struggled to communicate and develop the loving relationship you so strongly desire? Do loneliness, anger, and fear disrupt your closeness with others? I can help. I offer practical and personal guidance in finding the solutions you need to live free and love proud. Being a LGBT person and/or couple is often challenging- but it can ultimately be an exciting and rewarding life with the support and guidance you need.
Are you a gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender person trying to find someone who understands your unique struggles and needs ? Have you struggled to communicate and develop the loving relationship you so strongly desire? Do loneliness, anger, and fear disrupt your closeness with others? I can help. I offer practical and personal guidance in finding the solutions you need to live free and love proud. Being a LGBT person and/or couple is often challenging- but it can ultimately be an exciting and rewarding life with the support and guidance you need.
Ellie Stigger
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
If you're seeking a therapist, I offer a welcoming and inclusive space for clients of all backgrounds, including LGBTQIA+ population. I understand the unique challenges and dynamics that LGBTQIA+ individuals and relationship. My ideal clients are those who are facing various challenges in their interpersonal connections, such as communication breakdowns, unresolved conflicts, trust issues, and emotional disconnection. They may be experiencing feelings of loneliness, frustration, or dissatisfaction within their relationships and are seeking space to explore and address these issues. Their needs revolve around finding effect
If you're seeking a therapist, I offer a welcoming and inclusive space for clients of all backgrounds, including LGBTQIA+ population. I understand the unique challenges and dynamics that LGBTQIA+ individuals and relationship. My ideal clients are those who are facing various challenges in their interpersonal connections, such as communication breakdowns, unresolved conflicts, trust issues, and emotional disconnection. They may be experiencing feelings of loneliness, frustration, or dissatisfaction within their relationships and are seeking space to explore and address these issues. Their needs revolve around finding effect
Kevin Snellen
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Matthews, KY 40207
Waitlist for new clients
I provide EMDR therapy and integrate CBT, DBT, and other treatment approaches as needed. I have several years of experience providing counseling services in inpatient and outpatient treatment settings to individuals who suffer from a wide range of mental health disorders. I specialize in PTSD, personality disorders, mood and thought disorders, life adjustments, and LGBTQ+ issues.
I provide EMDR therapy and integrate CBT, DBT, and other treatment approaches as needed. I have several years of experience providing counseling services in inpatient and outpatient treatment settings to individuals who suffer from a wide range of mental health disorders. I specialize in PTSD, personality disorders, mood and thought disorders, life adjustments, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Dillon Espinosa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
My specialty areas include depression, anxiety, the LGBT+ population, teenagers, college students, and adults.
I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship issues, LGBT+ issues, or individuals trying to get out of a rut because they're tired of feeling stuck. Every client is unique and there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, but if you enjoy working toward positive behavior change, I think we'd be a good fit. I allow each client the space for us to process and explore issues together while also providing guidance and direction (most of my clients say it's a healthy mix of both).
My specialty areas include depression, anxiety, the LGBT+ population, teenagers, college students, and adults.
I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship issues, LGBT+ issues, or individuals trying to get out of a rut because they're tired of feeling stuck. Every client is unique and there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, but if you enjoy working toward positive behavior change, I think we'd be a good fit. I allow each client the space for us to process and explore issues together while also providing guidance and direction (most of my clients say it's a healthy mix of both).
As a queer, neurodivergent counselor, I know that, while our individual stories are unique, there are shared histories and experiences within each community.
Starting therapy can be a daunting task, between the fear of being judged and the dread of spending half your session explaining terms or acronyms that make up an integral part of your identity. All you want is to talk to someone who gets you. Maybe you’re navigating the process of coming out; maybe you’re on the cusp of a major transition; or maybe you’re tired of trying to fit yourself in a box that doesn’t seem made for people like you. It can feel lonely, frustrating, and even scary sometimes. I understand.
As a queer, neurodivergent counselor, I know that, while our individual stories are unique, there are shared histories and experiences within each community.
Starting therapy can be a daunting task, between the fear of being judged and the dread of spending half your session explaining terms or acronyms that make up an integral part of your identity. All you want is to talk to someone who gets you. Maybe you’re navigating the process of coming out; maybe you’re on the cusp of a major transition; or maybe you’re tired of trying to fit yourself in a box that doesn’t seem made for people like you. It can feel lonely, frustrating, and even scary sometimes. I understand.
My website also offers information on a variety of topics including shyness, LGBT issues, relationships, and anxiety.
Do resentment and fear poison your relationships ? Feel like loneliness is a life sentence? Struggle with truly expressing yourself even with those closest to you? I can help. I work well with individuals and families that are struggling with anxiety, shyness,and isolation including children who are being bullied or who suffer with Aspergers Syndrome. Clients can expect friendly, specific, and practical information and encouragement to express the thoughts and feelings they have been too afraid to communicate before.
My website also offers information on a variety of topics including shyness, LGBT issues, relationships, and anxiety.
Do resentment and fear poison your relationships ? Feel like loneliness is a life sentence? Struggle with truly expressing yourself even with those closest to you? I can help. I work well with individuals and families that are struggling with anxiety, shyness,and isolation including children who are being bullied or who suffer with Aspergers Syndrome. Clients can expect friendly, specific, and practical information and encouragement to express the thoughts and feelings they have been too afraid to communicate before.
Chris Isgrigg
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
I see adolescents and adults, and my specialties include men's issues, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and working with the LGBT community.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy through which I assist you as you raise your self-awareness, build on your strengths, and cultivate authenticity in your life. We will explore all aspects of what is influencing your well-being including your thoughts, feelings, relationships, societal and institutional influences, and your place in the natural world. My primary goal is to create a safe and accepting environment where you can fully express yourself, take emotional risks, and reach your full potential. All worldviews are welcome in my office.
I see adolescents and adults, and my specialties include men's issues, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and working with the LGBT community.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy through which I assist you as you raise your self-awareness, build on your strengths, and cultivate authenticity in your life. We will explore all aspects of what is influencing your well-being including your thoughts, feelings, relationships, societal and institutional influences, and your place in the natural world. My primary goal is to create a safe and accepting environment where you can fully express yourself, take emotional risks, and reach your full potential. All worldviews are welcome in my office.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
I work with everyday kind of people & some who believe they walk to the beat of a different drummer:) Depression, Anxiety, relationship issues for adults-straight, gay or somewhere inbetween, communication needs, parent/child issues.
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to join you on your path in this moment. We are all here such a short time...you are purpose, already, you know. And somewhere within, you know this truth. Our roles day in/day out r merely opportunities to be who we truly are IN the right now.
I work with everyday kind of people & some who believe they walk to the beat of a different drummer:) Depression, Anxiety, relationship issues for adults-straight, gay or somewhere inbetween, communication needs, parent/child issues.
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to join you on your path in this moment. We are all here such a short time...you are purpose, already, you know. And somewhere within, you know this truth. Our roles day in/day out r merely opportunities to be who we truly are IN the right now.
Dea Wathen
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA, CYT 200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
My specialties include: religious/spiritual trauma, substance misuse, family/spouse conflict, LGBTQ+ issues (including family conflict/acceptance, transitioning, and relationships), and grief.
I value the time and courage it takes to seek out a therapist. For any therapist, it is a privilege to walk with clients. I'm honored you landed here. In my therapeutic approach, I utilize IFS parts work, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), art and somatic techniques. I view therapy as a co-creative space, where clients can bring up struggles in relationships (with friends, partners, family, etc.), life transitions, addiction/recovery, anxiety, spiritual/ religious trauma, or just struggles of the human experience in general and know they are in a nonjudgmental, safe space.
My specialties include: religious/spiritual trauma, substance misuse, family/spouse conflict, LGBTQ+ issues (including family conflict/acceptance, transitioning, and relationships), and grief.
I value the time and courage it takes to seek out a therapist. For any therapist, it is a privilege to walk with clients. I'm honored you landed here. In my therapeutic approach, I utilize IFS parts work, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), art and somatic techniques. I view therapy as a co-creative space, where clients can bring up struggles in relationships (with friends, partners, family, etc.), life transitions, addiction/recovery, anxiety, spiritual/ religious trauma, or just struggles of the human experience in general and know they are in a nonjudgmental, safe space.
Lisa Howard Cardwell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds including immigrant and refugee families, people of many faiths, medically fragile youth, and LGBTQ youth and their families.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy with a creative, collaborative approach to therapy. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and find working with children and families especially rewarding. I am currently working toward certification in Play Therapy. I believe therapy should be a safe space for healing and growth. My work is client-centered so your priorities and goals will become mine as we work together.
I have experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds including immigrant and refugee families, people of many faiths, medically fragile youth, and LGBTQ youth and their families.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy with a creative, collaborative approach to therapy. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and find working with children and families especially rewarding. I am currently working toward certification in Play Therapy. I believe therapy should be a safe space for healing and growth. My work is client-centered so your priorities and goals will become mine as we work together.
Sydney Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Matthews, KY 40207 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Kentucky with my pup Sir Rainey. As a queer and Neurodivergent therapist, my passion lies in serving folks in the LGBTQIA+/ND communities, whether that be coping skills for Anxiety/Depression, finding diagnoses for unexplained or overlooked symptoms, or finding themselves through goal setting and increased self-acceptance. I strive every day to approach my work and my life with cultural humility and understand that mental health is not one-size-fits-all. I fully stand by equity over equality for all human beings. Find my professional FB and IG by searching Sydney Wilson LCSW!
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Kentucky with my pup Sir Rainey. As a queer and Neurodivergent therapist, my passion lies in serving folks in the LGBTQIA+/ND communities, whether that be coping skills for Anxiety/Depression, finding diagnoses for unexplained or overlooked symptoms, or finding themselves through goal setting and increased self-acceptance. I strive every day to approach my work and my life with cultural humility and understand that mental health is not one-size-fits-all. I fully stand by equity over equality for all human beings. Find my professional FB and IG by searching Sydney Wilson LCSW!
Ervina Desaussure
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207 (Online Only)
Sometimes all it takes is one person validating your humanity for change to occur. By providing you with external validation, we can tap into your own source of self-validation. I will acknowledge how your context shapes your understanding of yourself and the world. We can explore parts of your identity and I will acknowledge them and their need to be healed. As your therapist, creating a safe environment is my priority because I recognize the strength it takes to begin a journey towards healing. I will not rush your process and will be there to help you find the person you want to be.
Sometimes all it takes is one person validating your humanity for change to occur. By providing you with external validation, we can tap into your own source of self-validation. I will acknowledge how your context shapes your understanding of yourself and the world. We can explore parts of your identity and I will acknowledge them and their need to be healed. As your therapist, creating a safe environment is my priority because I recognize the strength it takes to begin a journey towards healing. I will not rush your process and will be there to help you find the person you want to be.
You’ve thought about therapy, but you hear a voice inside that is hesitant. It asks, "Will they judge my sexual orientation, my gender identity, my dating life, my choices, or my views on faith? Will they see me as an entire person with a complex web of interests, hopes, and desires; or will they just see me as my presenting problems? Will they work with me to reach creative solutions; or will they just label me with a diagnosis and try to ‘fix’ me with a workbook?” You deserve a therapist who celebrates your individuality, who views YOU as the expert of your own experience, and who honors the unique parts of your life.
You’ve thought about therapy, but you hear a voice inside that is hesitant. It asks, "Will they judge my sexual orientation, my gender identity, my dating life, my choices, or my views on faith? Will they see me as an entire person with a complex web of interests, hopes, and desires; or will they just see me as my presenting problems? Will they work with me to reach creative solutions; or will they just label me with a diagnosis and try to ‘fix’ me with a workbook?” You deserve a therapist who celebrates your individuality, who views YOU as the expert of your own experience, and who honors the unique parts of your life.
Chris Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
Why? Because these crossroads, whether crisis points, stuck points, or just times of transition, can all be important opportunities! They can be exactly what you need to move to a new way of thinking, and a new way of being.
Do you ever find yourself wondering: How did I get here? Where am I going? Why am I even doing this? When thinking about your relationship, do you ask yourself: Where did the passion and intimacy go? Is this all there is to love? How will I ever be able to trust again? Has anxiety worn you down? Is frustration and anger constantly causing trouble in your life? Is fear keeping you from living the life you want? Is there something you can’t stop? If you answered yes to any of these, you are likely at a crossroads. Please read on.
Why? Because these crossroads, whether crisis points, stuck points, or just times of transition, can all be important opportunities! They can be exactly what you need to move to a new way of thinking, and a new way of being.
Do you ever find yourself wondering: How did I get here? Where am I going? Why am I even doing this? When thinking about your relationship, do you ask yourself: Where did the passion and intimacy go? Is this all there is to love? How will I ever be able to trust again? Has anxiety worn you down? Is frustration and anger constantly causing trouble in your life? Is fear keeping you from living the life you want? Is there something you can’t stop? If you answered yes to any of these, you are likely at a crossroads. Please read on.
Amanda Roberson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Murray State University and a Master's degree in Social Work from Western Kentucky University. Amanda believes in meeting every client where they are and working at the client's pace, allowing them to guide their therapeutic journey together with her and telling their story. Amanda believes in transparency and that knowledge is power, so she incorporates psychoeducation in treatment to educate clients about their diagnosis and expected course of treatment.
Amanda Roberson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Murray State University and a Master's degree in Social Work from Western Kentucky University. Amanda believes in meeting every client where they are and working at the client's pace, allowing them to guide their therapeutic journey together with her and telling their story. Amanda believes in transparency and that knowledge is power, so she incorporates psychoeducation in treatment to educate clients about their diagnosis and expected course of treatment.
Misty Roeder, MSSW, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Misty is a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Misty obtained her bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in corrections and juvenile justice in 2008 from Eastern Kentucky University. Misty then completed her Master of Science in Social Work at the University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work in 2012. Misty obtained her LCSW in July of 2020. Misty is currently practicing as a child, adult, and family therapist. Misty also offers marriage counseling.
Misty Roeder, MSSW, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Misty is a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Misty obtained her bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in corrections and juvenile justice in 2008 from Eastern Kentucky University. Misty then completed her Master of Science in Social Work at the University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work in 2012. Misty obtained her LCSW in July of 2020. Misty is currently practicing as a child, adult, and family therapist. Misty also offers marriage counseling.
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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.