LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 78737
Sara Luckenbill
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing issues related to LGBTQIA+ (including but not limited to stress, acceptance or identity), self-esteem, attachment, parenting, anxiety, trauma and depression.
Often our lives are taken over with such significant feelings of anxiety, depression, and hopelessness. Therapy is such a great tool to gain self worth, clarity, and healing! You are allowed to take up space. You have worth and value. You are strong and resilient. You can live a life that is fulfilling, and you can get out of the pit of despair! You deserve to know that you have so much value and deserve to be the main character of your life. You deserve to have hope for the future and to feel empowered about who you are. You are not alone.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing issues related to LGBTQIA+ (including but not limited to stress, acceptance or identity), self-esteem, attachment, parenting, anxiety, trauma and depression.
Often our lives are taken over with such significant feelings of anxiety, depression, and hopelessness. Therapy is such a great tool to gain self worth, clarity, and healing! You are allowed to take up space. You have worth and value. You are strong and resilient. You can live a life that is fulfilling, and you can get out of the pit of despair! You deserve to know that you have so much value and deserve to be the main character of your life. You deserve to have hope for the future and to feel empowered about who you are. You are not alone.
Maddy Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737
I enjoy working with adults and teens – both in individual and relational sessions – and I have a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ and non-monogamous populations.
When we experience difficulties in our lives, it is easy to feel powerless to our problems. You might feel as though anxiety or depression dominate your life, interrupting your hopes for the future or getting in the way of fulfilling connections with others. Perhaps it seems like you and your partner just can’t overcome conflict or feelings of disconnection, no matter how hard you try. Or maybe your teen child is struggling with the challenges of adolescence and identity development, and they feel hopeless that they will ever experience a true sense of belonging. Whatever your story is, your problems do not have to define you.
I enjoy working with adults and teens – both in individual and relational sessions – and I have a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ and non-monogamous populations.
When we experience difficulties in our lives, it is easy to feel powerless to our problems. You might feel as though anxiety or depression dominate your life, interrupting your hopes for the future or getting in the way of fulfilling connections with others. Perhaps it seems like you and your partner just can’t overcome conflict or feelings of disconnection, no matter how hard you try. Or maybe your teen child is struggling with the challenges of adolescence and identity development, and they feel hopeless that they will ever experience a true sense of belonging. Whatever your story is, your problems do not have to define you.
Vanessa F Gallagher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAHS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737 (Online Only)
I work with many in the LGBTQ+ and ND communities.
Hi, if you're like many of my clients, you're hoping to find a therapist who has worked with your kind of worries before, will listen without passing judgement and can offer a safe place to process as well as get some concrete tools to help you feel better. My clients often describe struggling with communication or compromise in relationships, hurting from a big loss, frustration with their kid's problems, feeling anxious, or having a hard time at work. Most of my clients want a therapist who is warm, authentic, can explain the "why" behind their "what" and is willing to engage, not just observe.
I work with many in the LGBTQ+ and ND communities.
Hi, if you're like many of my clients, you're hoping to find a therapist who has worked with your kind of worries before, will listen without passing judgement and can offer a safe place to process as well as get some concrete tools to help you feel better. My clients often describe struggling with communication or compromise in relationships, hurting from a big loss, frustration with their kid's problems, feeling anxious, or having a hard time at work. Most of my clients want a therapist who is warm, authentic, can explain the "why" behind their "what" and is willing to engage, not just observe.
Monica Alexander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
It is a brave and courageous step to start this healing journey. Have you noticed yourself, or child feel overwhelmed? Have you experienced hurt, that causes you struggles in your daily life and relationships? Do you need a safe space to process difficult emotions or issues? Do you need assistance as a caregiver to connect with your child more? I would be honored to help you navigate any of these life stressors. I want my clients to gain as many skills as possible; leaving therapy feeling well equipped to manage any curve ball thrown your way.
It is a brave and courageous step to start this healing journey. Have you noticed yourself, or child feel overwhelmed? Have you experienced hurt, that causes you struggles in your daily life and relationships? Do you need a safe space to process difficult emotions or issues? Do you need assistance as a caregiver to connect with your child more? I would be honored to help you navigate any of these life stressors. I want my clients to gain as many skills as possible; leaving therapy feeling well equipped to manage any curve ball thrown your way.
Jennifer Misko
LPC Intern, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737
Now more than ever, we could all use some support and a greater sense of connection. Have the stressors of the past few years taken a toll on your mental health? Strained relationships with friends or loved ones? Maybe you are experiencing a life transition or healing from a traumatic event. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to help individuals and couples explore challenges, gain insight, and collaboratively create solutions to improve well-being and connection. My approach is attachment- and relationally based and trauma-informed.
Now more than ever, we could all use some support and a greater sense of connection. Have the stressors of the past few years taken a toll on your mental health? Strained relationships with friends or loved ones? Maybe you are experiencing a life transition or healing from a traumatic event. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to help individuals and couples explore challenges, gain insight, and collaboratively create solutions to improve well-being and connection. My approach is attachment- and relationally based and trauma-informed.
Comprehensive Mental Health
MD, PhD, LMFT, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
High-quality psychiatric and mental health counseling services for local Texas communities. We have Psychiatrists, Psych Nurse Practitioners, Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers on staff to meet any and all of your mental healthcare needs.
High-quality psychiatric and mental health counseling services for local Texas communities. We have Psychiatrists, Psych Nurse Practitioners, Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers on staff to meet any and all of your mental healthcare needs.
Dr. Alycia DeGraff
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737
Dr. DeGraff specializes in working with professionals including counselors/therapists, doctors, nurses, academics, business owners/executives, first responders, and military members/veterans. She understands that the same traits that make professionals successful (e.g., highly intelligent, over-analyzing, leadership skills, charisma, etc.) can be the same traits that get and keep folks stuck. Drawing from her experience as a professor, researcher, and supervisor, you can trust that your care will be modern and of high quality.
Dr. DeGraff specializes in working with professionals including counselors/therapists, doctors, nurses, academics, business owners/executives, first responders, and military members/veterans. She understands that the same traits that make professionals successful (e.g., highly intelligent, over-analyzing, leadership skills, charisma, etc.) can be the same traits that get and keep folks stuck. Drawing from her experience as a professor, researcher, and supervisor, you can trust that your care will be modern and of high quality.
Stacy L Covington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you overwhelmed, frustrated, or confused? Do others try to help but things stay the same? Do you feel you weren’t given the rule book for life? I've worked in residential treatments, schools & non profits. My focus for the last 18 years has been Post-Traumatic Stress. Repeated exposure to stress can cause a physical injury to the nervous system. Which is why you can’t “think” it away.
Are you overwhelmed, frustrated, or confused? Do others try to help but things stay the same? Do you feel you weren’t given the rule book for life? I've worked in residential treatments, schools & non profits. My focus for the last 18 years has been Post-Traumatic Stress. Repeated exposure to stress can cause a physical injury to the nervous system. Which is why you can’t “think” it away.
Pat Sumption
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
I work with people, not labels. It’s about you, not a diagnosis. And it’s about me, not a degree. It becomes about us working together for your goals, whatever those are-I can help. We’re so surprised when we feel something but it “doesn’t make sense”. We “should” ourselves & judge. We waste a helluva lot of time doing this. How often have you tried to think yourself out of a feeling? I know!! Me too. Doesn't work. Together we can figure out how & why you think & feel the way you do. You can't think your way out of depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else. You can talk & feel yourself out, though. Here is what I believe.
I work with people, not labels. It’s about you, not a diagnosis. And it’s about me, not a degree. It becomes about us working together for your goals, whatever those are-I can help. We’re so surprised when we feel something but it “doesn’t make sense”. We “should” ourselves & judge. We waste a helluva lot of time doing this. How often have you tried to think yourself out of a feeling? I know!! Me too. Doesn't work. Together we can figure out how & why you think & feel the way you do. You can't think your way out of depression, anxiety, trauma or anything else. You can talk & feel yourself out, though. Here is what I believe.
Austin Therapy Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
We work with people, not labels. It’s about you, a person. And us, people. It becomes about us working together for your goals, whatever those are-we can help. Are you surprised when you feel something but it “doesn’t make sense”? Do you then “should” & judge yourself? We all waste a helluva lot of time doing this. How often have you tried to think yourself out of a feeling? Right? Doesn't work! Together we can figure out how & why you think, feel & behave the way you do. You can't think your way out of feeling unhappy & dissatisfied. We can help you work through your barriers to a better place.
We work with people, not labels. It’s about you, a person. And us, people. It becomes about us working together for your goals, whatever those are-we can help. Are you surprised when you feel something but it “doesn’t make sense”? Do you then “should” & judge yourself? We all waste a helluva lot of time doing this. How often have you tried to think yourself out of a feeling? Right? Doesn't work! Together we can figure out how & why you think, feel & behave the way you do. You can't think your way out of feeling unhappy & dissatisfied. We can help you work through your barriers to a better place.
Dr. Justin D'Arienzo
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, ABPP
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
Forensic & Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, Relationship & Addiction Expert, licensed in FL, TX, NM. Offering virtual services but will travel for specialized face-to-face extended services. When you make the decision to change, finding a competent professional with the right training & experience matters. I work with patients & couples seeking significant lifestyle changes. I will be with you each step of the way, providing you with the highest quality of care. Featured on TikTok & Instagram at dr.justindarienzo, TLC's My Strange Addiction, Lifetime's Killer Kids, ID's Twisted Sister, & Oprah's TD Jakes's Show.
Forensic & Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, Relationship & Addiction Expert, licensed in FL, TX, NM. Offering virtual services but will travel for specialized face-to-face extended services. When you make the decision to change, finding a competent professional with the right training & experience matters. I work with patients & couples seeking significant lifestyle changes. I will be with you each step of the way, providing you with the highest quality of care. Featured on TikTok & Instagram at dr.justindarienzo, TLC's My Strange Addiction, Lifetime's Killer Kids, ID's Twisted Sister, & Oprah's TD Jakes's Show.
Tonya McKinzey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737
I offer a safe space for my clients to identify and explore their struggles with compassion and free of judgment. I work with my clients to identify their strengths and work collaboratively to meet their goals.
I offer a safe space for my clients to identify and explore their struggles with compassion and free of judgment. I work with my clients to identify their strengths and work collaboratively to meet their goals.
Charlie Love
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
I have helped couples for 30 years to transform their relationship using Imago Relationship Therapy. I teach couples a communication skill set that foster emotional maturity and respect. This changes relationships. Being in relationship can be challenging during the second stage of relationship when the newness recedes and irritations begins. The Imago model increases consciousness and healing around the origins of conflict. This awareness empowers couples in their ability to change so they are no longer victims to dysfunctional patterns. I incorporate a psycho-spiritual approach in my Imago work as well as individual counseling.
I have helped couples for 30 years to transform their relationship using Imago Relationship Therapy. I teach couples a communication skill set that foster emotional maturity and respect. This changes relationships. Being in relationship can be challenging during the second stage of relationship when the newness recedes and irritations begins. The Imago model increases consciousness and healing around the origins of conflict. This awareness empowers couples in their ability to change so they are no longer victims to dysfunctional patterns. I incorporate a psycho-spiritual approach in my Imago work as well as individual counseling.
Stevie Stanford
Psychologist, PhD, EMDR
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
Specializing in trauma treatment, addiction and sex therapy. My purpose is to help others connect and love in a healthy and fulfilled way. Sometimes, we need to address our trauma and addictions to get to that place of authentic love.
Specializing in trauma treatment, addiction and sex therapy. My purpose is to help others connect and love in a healthy and fulfilled way. Sometimes, we need to address our trauma and addictions to get to that place of authentic love.
Melanie Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78737
You don't have to handle everything alone. I will work with you as you evaluate your world and the challenges you face. I counsel individuals for issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and family conflicts. I have extensive professional experience related to various forms of domestic violence, including verbal, emotional and psychological abuse. Clients dealing with life transitions, relationship difficulties, and parenting struggles also benefit from therapy. We will work together to help you recognize your strengths and emerge with renewed positivity and hope.
You don't have to handle everything alone. I will work with you as you evaluate your world and the challenges you face. I counsel individuals for issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and family conflicts. I have extensive professional experience related to various forms of domestic violence, including verbal, emotional and psychological abuse. Clients dealing with life transitions, relationship difficulties, and parenting struggles also benefit from therapy. We will work together to help you recognize your strengths and emerge with renewed positivity and hope.
Kathleen Womansong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78737
In my two decades as therapist, I have been honored to witness people move through incredible challenges and sometimes transform the trajectory of their lives, Just as our bodies send healing to our physical wounds, we hold inside us all we need to be move through tremendous struggles to emerge whole. Our innate capacity to heal is in all of us. It is outside of our awareness because our minds are full of noise. I help my clients become inner explorers. I help them develop a lens of self-compassion, freedom from judgment and gentle curiosity about themselves. When we are at peace within ourselves, everything is possible.
In my two decades as therapist, I have been honored to witness people move through incredible challenges and sometimes transform the trajectory of their lives, Just as our bodies send healing to our physical wounds, we hold inside us all we need to be move through tremendous struggles to emerge whole. Our innate capacity to heal is in all of us. It is outside of our awareness because our minds are full of noise. I help my clients become inner explorers. I help them develop a lens of self-compassion, freedom from judgment and gentle curiosity about themselves. When we are at peace within ourselves, everything is possible.
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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.