LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 99163
Welcome to my practice! I am a licensed mental health therapist in both Washington and Idaho state and a certified EMDR practitioner. I provide high quality virtual EMDR therapy as well as provide EMDR consultant services to other mental health professionals. I am a LGBTQIA+ ally and pride myself on offering a warm, non-judgmental, accepting environment.
Welcome to my practice! I am a licensed mental health therapist in both Washington and Idaho state and a certified EMDR practitioner. I provide high quality virtual EMDR therapy as well as provide EMDR consultant services to other mental health professionals. I am a LGBTQIA+ ally and pride myself on offering a warm, non-judgmental, accepting environment.
Hi, I'm Juno. I specialize in Autism Spectrum, ADHD and Gender Identity/ Transgender Issues. I'm easy-going and able to chat about daily stressors, but also trained to help with more serious issues and traumas. I use a strengths-based and holistic approach to support you and your needs. I recognize that we achieve growth in different ways, and work with you to find the therapy style that meets your needs. I provide a safe space to feel and be completely accepted, along with the support to gain confidence and embrace your true self.
Hi, I'm Juno. I specialize in Autism Spectrum, ADHD and Gender Identity/ Transgender Issues. I'm easy-going and able to chat about daily stressors, but also trained to help with more serious issues and traumas. I use a strengths-based and holistic approach to support you and your needs. I recognize that we achieve growth in different ways, and work with you to find the therapy style that meets your needs. I provide a safe space to feel and be completely accepted, along with the support to gain confidence and embrace your true self.
Many struggle with shame, envy, and the “what ifs” that cause stress in our day to day lives. We feel pressure from the internet to “have more, be more, do more.” We can dismantle those beliefs, build ourselves back up, and be kinder to ourselves. I do my best work with men, individuals, and couples looking for a direct, "down to earth" style that helps create a comfortable space to discuss your therapy goals. My couples work includes learning to regulate emotions, respond with compassion, and understand your partner's needs and desires.
Many struggle with shame, envy, and the “what ifs” that cause stress in our day to day lives. We feel pressure from the internet to “have more, be more, do more.” We can dismantle those beliefs, build ourselves back up, and be kinder to ourselves. I do my best work with men, individuals, and couples looking for a direct, "down to earth" style that helps create a comfortable space to discuss your therapy goals. My couples work includes learning to regulate emotions, respond with compassion, and understand your partner's needs and desires.
Araseli Solorio
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pullman, WA 99163
Waitlist for new clients
Imagine your journey towards healing and resilience, navigating trauma, immigration challenges, depression, anxiety, or self-esteem. In these difficult times, where uncertainty is everywhere, I can help in guide individuals who are struggling with trauma, an immigration case, and related mental health issues. My expertise extends to addressing the unique struggles and helped clients in overcoming hurdles. Together, let's create a path toward healing and resilience tailored to their unique needs and goals.
Imagine your journey towards healing and resilience, navigating trauma, immigration challenges, depression, anxiety, or self-esteem. In these difficult times, where uncertainty is everywhere, I can help in guide individuals who are struggling with trauma, an immigration case, and related mental health issues. My expertise extends to addressing the unique struggles and helped clients in overcoming hurdles. Together, let's create a path toward healing and resilience tailored to their unique needs and goals.
It takes courage to reach out and involve a counselor in your most intimate of life's struggles. I honor that courage. My goal is to provide a safe and judgment-free environment for you to process what's going on in your life. Making a connection with a counselor you trust is so important. The most important factor in counseling is the therapeutic relationship. I consider myself to be flexible and easy going. I typically think outside of the box and don't get hung up on any one modality.
It takes courage to reach out and involve a counselor in your most intimate of life's struggles. I honor that courage. My goal is to provide a safe and judgment-free environment for you to process what's going on in your life. Making a connection with a counselor you trust is so important. The most important factor in counseling is the therapeutic relationship. I consider myself to be flexible and easy going. I typically think outside of the box and don't get hung up on any one modality.
Stacy Lynn Pettitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, DCR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pullman, WA 99163 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I have lived and worked in the Pullman area for some time. I enjoy the Palouse area, getting outside to hike or mushroom hunt whenever I can. My passion is working with people who experience depression, anxiety and specifically survivors of trauma. I believe in looking holistically at someone's life and incorporating strengths, gifts, culture and other practices the client finds helpful in their lives. Most symptoms don't happen in a bubble. They occur in many aspects of our life. Currently I am only providing telehealth services. Please email with inquiries.
Hello! I have lived and worked in the Pullman area for some time. I enjoy the Palouse area, getting outside to hike or mushroom hunt whenever I can. My passion is working with people who experience depression, anxiety and specifically survivors of trauma. I believe in looking holistically at someone's life and incorporating strengths, gifts, culture and other practices the client finds helpful in their lives. Most symptoms don't happen in a bubble. They occur in many aspects of our life. Currently I am only providing telehealth services. Please email with inquiries.
Steady Cadence Counseling & Consulting, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Pullman, WA 99163 (Online Only)
When we experience disturbing and frightening events, our brain and body may hold onto the images, thoughts, sensations, and emotions (i.e., stored material) that spawned at that moment. Disturbing events may change how you think and feel about yourself and how you relate to other people, impacting your sense of self and your interpersonal relationships. You may notice yourself encountering similar difficulties in different situations, like the same tape is replaying repeatedly. Perhaps your emotions and thoughts change rapidly and suddenly without noticeable warning, and you don’t understand why. There's an understandable reason.
When we experience disturbing and frightening events, our brain and body may hold onto the images, thoughts, sensations, and emotions (i.e., stored material) that spawned at that moment. Disturbing events may change how you think and feel about yourself and how you relate to other people, impacting your sense of self and your interpersonal relationships. You may notice yourself encountering similar difficulties in different situations, like the same tape is replaying repeatedly. Perhaps your emotions and thoughts change rapidly and suddenly without noticeable warning, and you don’t understand why. There's an understandable reason.
I work with most ages (4+) with a variety of issues. I am a registered play therapist which requires specialized training in Play Therapy at the National level. I work with children as well as adults to tackle anxiety and phobias, grief and loss, trauma, depression, social skills difficulties, problems with family relationships, and coping with big life changes like coping with divorce or a recent move.
I work with most ages (4+) with a variety of issues. I am a registered play therapist which requires specialized training in Play Therapy at the National level. I work with children as well as adults to tackle anxiety and phobias, grief and loss, trauma, depression, social skills difficulties, problems with family relationships, and coping with big life changes like coping with divorce or a recent move.
I treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life transitions, sports performance, addiction issues, and dual diagnosis.
I provide a safe place to facilitate change, transformation, and reflection while utilizing an individualized approach for each client. l will meet you where you are at in life. Everyone starts at a different place and readiness level for reaching out, change, and comfort level with being vulnerable in the process. I am happy to see you if you are self-motivated for change, someone else is encouraging you to seek help, or you are being motivated by the legal system. I work well with other referral sources providing you the best care possible.
I treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life transitions, sports performance, addiction issues, and dual diagnosis.
I provide a safe place to facilitate change, transformation, and reflection while utilizing an individualized approach for each client. l will meet you where you are at in life. Everyone starts at a different place and readiness level for reaching out, change, and comfort level with being vulnerable in the process. I am happy to see you if you are self-motivated for change, someone else is encouraging you to seek help, or you are being motivated by the legal system. I work well with other referral sources providing you the best care possible.
Matt Tricola
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pullman, WA 99163 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Matt. In looking for a therapist, you've taken an important step toward healing and self-discovery. My style tends to be compassionate, strength-based, and experiential. Sessions are available for those experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, life transition, trauma, family and relationship stress, identity development, and grief and loss. I offer couples counseling for enhancing partner support, reestablishing emotional and physical bonds, and improving communication.
Hi, I'm Matt. In looking for a therapist, you've taken an important step toward healing and self-discovery. My style tends to be compassionate, strength-based, and experiential. Sessions are available for those experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, life transition, trauma, family and relationship stress, identity development, and grief and loss. I offer couples counseling for enhancing partner support, reestablishing emotional and physical bonds, and improving communication.
Hi there! I'm Allison, and I'm thrilled to embark on this journey of growth and transformation with you. As a therapist, I bring a unique blend of confidence, support, empathy, and accountability to the therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a safe and nurturing space where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences while also taking meaningful steps toward positive change. My therapeutic approach is rooted in authenticity, collaboration, and compassion. I believe in meeting you where you are in your journey and providing guidance and support as you navigate life's challenges.
Hi there! I'm Allison, and I'm thrilled to embark on this journey of growth and transformation with you. As a therapist, I bring a unique blend of confidence, support, empathy, and accountability to the therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a safe and nurturing space where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences while also taking meaningful steps toward positive change. My therapeutic approach is rooted in authenticity, collaboration, and compassion. I believe in meeting you where you are in your journey and providing guidance and support as you navigate life's challenges.
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If you have ever had the feeling of being “too much” or “not enough” in your relationship with yourself and/or with others, you are not alone. I have worked with clients of all different backgrounds and walks of life who have felt similar struggles. Additionally, I have worked with concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, relationship struggles, grief, trauma, and identity/self concept in my clinical practice. I treat individuals age 16+ and also work with couples. Further, I specialize in young adults and athletes or coaches as I tie in my education and knowledge of Sport Psychology.
If you have ever had the feeling of being “too much” or “not enough” in your relationship with yourself and/or with others, you are not alone. I have worked with clients of all different backgrounds and walks of life who have felt similar struggles. Additionally, I have worked with concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, relationship struggles, grief, trauma, and identity/self concept in my clinical practice. I treat individuals age 16+ and also work with couples. Further, I specialize in young adults and athletes or coaches as I tie in my education and knowledge of Sport Psychology.
Currently Accepting New Clients for Idaho, Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Saturday appointments available. Change is as natural as the feelings of discomfort that come from it. That discomfort can be a signal that you are ready for something better, and I’d like to help you find that. However your concerns are manifesting, you deserve a therapist who will be open, supportive, and who will challenge you gently when needed. Whether it is life transitions, shifting identities, or intrusive symptoms, we can work together to restore your agency amid challenges, and help you move through your life with pleasure.
Currently Accepting New Clients for Idaho, Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Saturday appointments available. Change is as natural as the feelings of discomfort that come from it. That discomfort can be a signal that you are ready for something better, and I’d like to help you find that. However your concerns are manifesting, you deserve a therapist who will be open, supportive, and who will challenge you gently when needed. Whether it is life transitions, shifting identities, or intrusive symptoms, we can work together to restore your agency amid challenges, and help you move through your life with pleasure.
Claire Hipkens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pullman, WA 99163 (Online Only)
Immediate availability. I'm open to a broad client base but most often work with college students, pro athletes/entertainers & their family members. I ran the mental health services for UW athletics & am the consulting clinician for the MLB and the NHL. I work best with driven people experiencing a big change. Perhaps, despite your best efforts, things aren’t working out as you’d hoped. Or perhaps you’ve gotten all you wanted and it doesn’t satisfy. Though I often work with athletes I am not a Sports Psych. In fact, I don’t even follow sports! I’m here for the rest of your life and identity.
Immediate availability. I'm open to a broad client base but most often work with college students, pro athletes/entertainers & their family members. I ran the mental health services for UW athletics & am the consulting clinician for the MLB and the NHL. I work best with driven people experiencing a big change. Perhaps, despite your best efforts, things aren’t working out as you’d hoped. Or perhaps you’ve gotten all you wanted and it doesn’t satisfy. Though I often work with athletes I am not a Sports Psych. In fact, I don’t even follow sports! I’m here for the rest of your life and identity.
Accepting new clients! I am here to partner with you as you begin a transformative journey where your deepest desires become tangible. My specialized approach to therapy is rooted in the principles of the Law of Attraction and is designed to guide you toward the manifestation of your goals. I am here to help you harness the incredible power of your thoughts and emotions to move beyond traditional goal-setting so that our work together can focus on the emotions associated with your aspirations. I am ready to show you the path to fulfillment with a holistic approach that integrates mind, body, and spirit.
Accepting new clients! I am here to partner with you as you begin a transformative journey where your deepest desires become tangible. My specialized approach to therapy is rooted in the principles of the Law of Attraction and is designed to guide you toward the manifestation of your goals. I am here to help you harness the incredible power of your thoughts and emotions to move beyond traditional goal-setting so that our work together can focus on the emotions associated with your aspirations. I am ready to show you the path to fulfillment with a holistic approach that integrates mind, body, and spirit.
Britney Strey, On the Brink Therapy Studio, PLLC
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Pullman, WA 99163 (Online Only)
It is my priority to provide clients with an authentic and safe environment to express vulnerable feelings which may be painful or difficult to navigate alone. Seeking therapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step in the process of self-growth. I offer a non-judgmental and empathetic environment for individuals and couples to work through the complex emotional experiences that come with life.
It is my priority to provide clients with an authentic and safe environment to express vulnerable feelings which may be painful or difficult to navigate alone. Seeking therapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step in the process of self-growth. I offer a non-judgmental and empathetic environment for individuals and couples to work through the complex emotional experiences that come with life.
Dr. Erma B Henry
Counselor, PhD, LMHCA, MHP
Verified Verified
Pullman, WA 99163 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyways.- John Wayne Counseling can be terrifying. You may have tried counseling before and felt like it didn't work or heard about someone else's bad experience. I believe that there is no cookie-cutter way of providing therapy and no client is the same. My ideal client is one who is willing to do the work during and in between sessions. I will challenge you, make you cry, make you laugh and empower you throughout your journey of healing and building the confidence in yourself.
Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyways.- John Wayne Counseling can be terrifying. You may have tried counseling before and felt like it didn't work or heard about someone else's bad experience. I believe that there is no cookie-cutter way of providing therapy and no client is the same. My ideal client is one who is willing to do the work during and in between sessions. I will challenge you, make you cry, make you laugh and empower you throughout your journey of healing and building the confidence in yourself.
I love working with the seekers - the ones who are feeling stuck in relationships or patterns, who have as deep a desire to understand as to move beyond. I am here for the psychologically curious - those who want insight and meaning while they strive to create a life that isn't painful all the time. Your pain needs to be tended to, but your capacity for joy and fun and play must simultaneously be cultivated. Life is complicated and problematic. This is an unremarkable truth, but sometimes we don't know what we don't know and we can get stuck in ways of being and relating that are not serving us or our partnerships.
I love working with the seekers - the ones who are feeling stuck in relationships or patterns, who have as deep a desire to understand as to move beyond. I am here for the psychologically curious - those who want insight and meaning while they strive to create a life that isn't painful all the time. Your pain needs to be tended to, but your capacity for joy and fun and play must simultaneously be cultivated. Life is complicated and problematic. This is an unremarkable truth, but sometimes we don't know what we don't know and we can get stuck in ways of being and relating that are not serving us or our partnerships.
Jessica Ahrens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Pullman, WA 99163 (Online Only)
CURRENT limited openings. Anxiety, depression, self doubt, and daily stress can be so pervasive. Does the stress of daily life feel anxiety provoking and overwhelming? Are your job, relationships or friendships feeling stressful? Perhaps feeling stuck or unsettled is becoming a daily reality. It may feel like it's getting harder to thrive and telling people “no” feels hard or unmanageable. You may feel like you are alone, isolated and that you can’t talk with the people in your life about these issues. I want to help you figure some of this out, to learn to love and thrive in life again.
CURRENT limited openings. Anxiety, depression, self doubt, and daily stress can be so pervasive. Does the stress of daily life feel anxiety provoking and overwhelming? Are your job, relationships or friendships feeling stressful? Perhaps feeling stuck or unsettled is becoming a daily reality. It may feel like it's getting harder to thrive and telling people “no” feels hard or unmanageable. You may feel like you are alone, isolated and that you can’t talk with the people in your life about these issues. I want to help you figure some of this out, to learn to love and thrive in life again.
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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.