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Dr. Dave Stefan
Counselor, PhD, LPC, AAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45244
I work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, racial/ethnic cultures and situations to address a range of needs, including anxiety and depression, LGBTQ+ questions and concerns, sexual and relational challenges, and career and life planning.
Hello and welcome! It takes a lot of courage to consider getting support for a better life. I hope to be able to help. One of my goals in counseling is to facilitate growth and development through compassionate understanding and research-based solutions. I believe that authentic and productive change begins by establishing trust in the counseling relationship. This is the foundation on which I work with clients, as we talk about issues in their past, develop skills for overcoming present challenges, and create a new, more hopeful future together.
I work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, racial/ethnic cultures and situations to address a range of needs, including anxiety and depression, LGBTQ+ questions and concerns, sexual and relational challenges, and career and life planning.
Hello and welcome! It takes a lot of courage to consider getting support for a better life. I hope to be able to help. One of my goals in counseling is to facilitate growth and development through compassionate understanding and research-based solutions. I believe that authentic and productive change begins by establishing trust in the counseling relationship. This is the foundation on which I work with clients, as we talk about issues in their past, develop skills for overcoming present challenges, and create a new, more hopeful future together.
(513) 676-4635 View (513) 676-4635
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Amy (Amie) Berger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCDCIII, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45244
Not every therapist is for a client and not every client for a therapist. The Client-Clinician relationship is of greatest importance. I work with a variety of populations, presenting issues, and within different realms of interventions and theories. It is not a one shoe fits all. I meet the client where they are and work accordingly. Now that is not to say I do not nudge gently with a soft challenge. If I didn't I would not be doing my work, nor the service you (and everyone) deserves! I utilize animals within therapy work in sessions.
Not every therapist is for a client and not every client for a therapist. The Client-Clinician relationship is of greatest importance. I work with a variety of populations, presenting issues, and within different realms of interventions and theories. It is not a one shoe fits all. I meet the client where they are and work accordingly. Now that is not to say I do not nudge gently with a soft challenge. If I didn't I would not be doing my work, nor the service you (and everyone) deserves! I utilize animals within therapy work in sessions.
(513) 866-7093 View (513) 866-7093
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Joseph K Roberts | Solace Counseling Services Of Ohio
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAMFT, IMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45244
Do you ever feel like you’ve lost the map to your own life? On the outside, does it appear you’ve got it all together, but on the inside, do you feel like you're coming apart? 
Are you exhausted from the emotional labor of your relationships? Do you struggle to maintain close connections? Does it seem like nobody really understands you? Are you feeling so overwhelmed that you just want to numb yourself? Have your coping mechanisms become unhealthy habits? You’ve come to the right place. At Solace Counseling Services, I believe the answers lie within, waiting to be uncovered.
Do you ever feel like you’ve lost the map to your own life? On the outside, does it appear you’ve got it all together, but on the inside, do you feel like you're coming apart? 
Are you exhausted from the emotional labor of your relationships? Do you struggle to maintain close connections? Does it seem like nobody really understands you? Are you feeling so overwhelmed that you just want to numb yourself? Have your coping mechanisms become unhealthy habits? You’ve come to the right place. At Solace Counseling Services, I believe the answers lie within, waiting to be uncovered.
(513) 960-6926 View (513) 960-6926
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Mary Signorelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, LICDC
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45244
I feel very strongly about developing a warm and safe therapeutic relationship with my clients. I have extensive experience in the treatment of anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, PTSD, trauma, depression and Substance Abuse. I understand that the decision to seek help can be very overwhelming and even scary. I understand this and want you to know that my only goal is to assist you. I made sure that my office space will be cozy and comfortable for you.
I feel very strongly about developing a warm and safe therapeutic relationship with my clients. I have extensive experience in the treatment of anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, PTSD, trauma, depression and Substance Abuse. I understand that the decision to seek help can be very overwhelming and even scary. I understand this and want you to know that my only goal is to assist you. I made sure that my office space will be cozy and comfortable for you.
(513) 327-7838 View (513) 327-7838
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Christine H Conlan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISWS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45244
Difficulties in our lives can interfere with our happiness, perhaps leaving us feeling stuck, anxious, depressed or angry. We want our lives to be better. Fortunately, the human spirit is resilient. This often is when we can heal, reconnect, and move forward in our life. My practice is built on the belief in our power to move from pain, change, to growth and joy. I have seen this in my life and my clients. I find success and purpose in this work. If you want to reach a better place, I have a gift for helping people achieve this, and would like to help you.
Difficulties in our lives can interfere with our happiness, perhaps leaving us feeling stuck, anxious, depressed or angry. We want our lives to be better. Fortunately, the human spirit is resilient. This often is when we can heal, reconnect, and move forward in our life. My practice is built on the belief in our power to move from pain, change, to growth and joy. I have seen this in my life and my clients. I find success and purpose in this work. If you want to reach a better place, I have a gift for helping people achieve this, and would like to help you.
(513) 813-5698 View (513) 813-5698
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Clear Outlook Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Anderson, OH 45244
Is anxiety and depression stopping you from being happy? Don't let it hold you back anymore. I can help you overcome these issues to live a more fulfilling life. Reach your goals and stop worrying about what can hold you back. Improving your life will improve all the lives around you.
Is anxiety and depression stopping you from being happy? Don't let it hold you back anymore. I can help you overcome these issues to live a more fulfilling life. Reach your goals and stop worrying about what can hold you back. Improving your life will improve all the lives around you.
(513) 785-0601 View (513) 785-0601

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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.