LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Norcross, GA
Madeline Thompson Smith
APC, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30092
I am passionate about working with LGBTQ+ individuals and have specific training in serving those who are marginalized in society.
Sometimes life feels overwhelming, confusing, or painful. In those moments, making a connection with a counselor can be a powerful experience, and I am grateful to work each day with clients like you. I work with children, teens, and adults, individually or in relationships, in-person and online to reach their goals. It's never too early or late. I am committed to offering counseling services that embrace the different identifies and experiences that each person brings to the room. I work together with you to understand your life experiences and to make the changes you're looking for.
I am passionate about working with LGBTQ+ individuals and have specific training in serving those who are marginalized in society.
Sometimes life feels overwhelming, confusing, or painful. In those moments, making a connection with a counselor can be a powerful experience, and I am grateful to work each day with clients like you. I work with children, teens, and adults, individually or in relationships, in-person and online to reach their goals. It's never too early or late. I am committed to offering counseling services that embrace the different identifies and experiences that each person brings to the room. I work together with you to understand your life experiences and to make the changes you're looking for.
Raven Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30092
I specialize in working with Black women, Queer, and Gender Non-Conforming Folks who find it difficult to honor their truth.
Do you fear rejection? Is it hard for you to set good boundaries? Is it difficult to show yourself compassion? Do you have a difficult relationship with your family? Are you a member of the LGBTQ+ community? If any of these sound like you, then I am glad you're here. Who would you be if you were free to be your truest, most authentic self? What would life look like for you? What would you be able to accomplish? How would you feel?
I specialize in working with Black women, Queer, and Gender Non-Conforming Folks who find it difficult to honor their truth.
Do you fear rejection? Is it hard for you to set good boundaries? Is it difficult to show yourself compassion? Do you have a difficult relationship with your family? Are you a member of the LGBTQ+ community? If any of these sound like you, then I am glad you're here. Who would you be if you were free to be your truest, most authentic self? What would life look like for you? What would you be able to accomplish? How would you feel?
Autumn Hutto
Counselor, MS, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
Norcross, GA 30092
I am enthusiastic about working with those motivated to begin their counseling journey. In my previous career as a teacher, I developed effective skills for working with children, adolescents, and adults. I typically work with teens and adults who struggle to adjust after experiencing trauma, particularly sexual trauma and interpersonal violence. I am deeply passionate about working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community through coming out, life transitions, and marital and couples issues. Additionally, I enjoy working through issues of interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, and with adults with ADHD and/or Autism.
I am enthusiastic about working with those motivated to begin their counseling journey. In my previous career as a teacher, I developed effective skills for working with children, adolescents, and adults. I typically work with teens and adults who struggle to adjust after experiencing trauma, particularly sexual trauma and interpersonal violence. I am deeply passionate about working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community through coming out, life transitions, and marital and couples issues. Additionally, I enjoy working through issues of interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, and with adults with ADHD and/or Autism.
Nahomie Julien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADCII, CDVS, CAMS
Verified Verified
Norcross, GA 30071
Do you experience challenges related to depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder? Are you currently struggling with relationship difficulties? Perhaps you have a young family member who has encountered behavioral issues that resulted in incarceration. Or maybe you are a member of the LGBTQ community and are searching for a secure and empathetic therapeutic environment. I am available to offer individualized support and attentive listening to your concerns. Let us collaborate to achieve optimal wellness.
Do you experience challenges related to depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder? Are you currently struggling with relationship difficulties? Perhaps you have a young family member who has encountered behavioral issues that resulted in incarceration. Or maybe you are a member of the LGBTQ community and are searching for a secure and empathetic therapeutic environment. I am available to offer individualized support and attentive listening to your concerns. Let us collaborate to achieve optimal wellness.
Jonathan Del Valle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Norcross, GA 30071
I specialize in client-centered therapy with individuals in several marginalized communities including but not limited to LGBTQIA+, LatinX & BIPOC, trauma, neuro-divergent, addiction, and the elderly.
In our highly complex and digitized society, it may feel instinctual to leave our sense of who we are as humans on standby. I’m here to provide a safe place to land as you make meaning of the emotions, tribulations, and triumphs that have shaped you into the individual you are or aim to be in your life. I hope to help you reclaim inner confidence and guide you to improve your communication skills, learn to engage in empathetic introspection, and re-spark your curiosity about the world around you.
I specialize in client-centered therapy with individuals in several marginalized communities including but not limited to LGBTQIA+, LatinX & BIPOC, trauma, neuro-divergent, addiction, and the elderly.
In our highly complex and digitized society, it may feel instinctual to leave our sense of who we are as humans on standby. I’m here to provide a safe place to land as you make meaning of the emotions, tribulations, and triumphs that have shaped you into the individual you are or aim to be in your life. I hope to help you reclaim inner confidence and guide you to improve your communication skills, learn to engage in empathetic introspection, and re-spark your curiosity about the world around you.
Faith Settipani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30071 (Online Only)
I have experience with anxiety, life transitions, depression, and LGBTQIA+ specific concerns.
Our world is full of transitions, and even the most expected changes in our lives can bring unmanageable stress. My main goal is to help you navigate life’s challenges and work on empowering you to be able to be confident in your ability to seek out and make lasting changes.
I have experience with anxiety, life transitions, depression, and LGBTQIA+ specific concerns.
Our world is full of transitions, and even the most expected changes in our lives can bring unmanageable stress. My main goal is to help you navigate life’s challenges and work on empowering you to be able to be confident in your ability to seek out and make lasting changes.
Tali Boots
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30071
I am a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Trans folx friendly counselor that will not judge an individual for their sexual preference, gender identity, race, ethnicity, age, or appearance.
Tali Boots sees clients with the following concerns: sexual performance anxiety, sexual pain, couples experiencing libido differences, inability to orgasm, PE/ED, KINK, Poly/Consensual Non-monogamy, trans/gender diverse people. Wednesdays at 4pm: enrolling Group Members for: Transformations (all transfolx welcome)
I am a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Trans folx friendly counselor that will not judge an individual for their sexual preference, gender identity, race, ethnicity, age, or appearance.
Tali Boots sees clients with the following concerns: sexual performance anxiety, sexual pain, couples experiencing libido differences, inability to orgasm, PE/ED, KINK, Poly/Consensual Non-monogamy, trans/gender diverse people. Wednesdays at 4pm: enrolling Group Members for: Transformations (all transfolx welcome)
Constance Fields
Counselor, MA, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30071
Additionally, I am an LGBTQIA+ ally and am passionate about social justice issues.
Life presents each of us with our own unique experiences, and with that, our own set of issues, needs, and goals. It's important to know that we are all fallible human beings, who are not bound by our past. As such, we should not allow our past to control our future. I believe that we are capable of learning how our past experiences influence our current thoughts and behaviors, thus allowing for space to create new patterns in the process.
Additionally, I am an LGBTQIA+ ally and am passionate about social justice issues.
Life presents each of us with our own unique experiences, and with that, our own set of issues, needs, and goals. It's important to know that we are all fallible human beings, who are not bound by our past. As such, we should not allow our past to control our future. I believe that we are capable of learning how our past experiences influence our current thoughts and behaviors, thus allowing for space to create new patterns in the process.
David Daesoo Kim
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30071
LGBTQ/Sexual Identity Issues (from open and affirming perspectives) and Personal Growth and Development.
I have enjoyed providing psychotherapy for over twenty years. I currently maintain a private practice in Peachtree Corners/Norcross, Georgia where I work with individuals, couples, and families in both Korean and English languages. I offer both short and long-term psychotherapy depending on client need. Some people find just a few sessions helpful to resolve an issue while others choose to explore long-standing patterns and struggles over a more extended period of time.
LGBTQ/Sexual Identity Issues (from open and affirming perspectives) and Personal Growth and Development.
I have enjoyed providing psychotherapy for over twenty years. I currently maintain a private practice in Peachtree Corners/Norcross, Georgia where I work with individuals, couples, and families in both Korean and English languages. I offer both short and long-term psychotherapy depending on client need. Some people find just a few sessions helpful to resolve an issue while others choose to explore long-standing patterns and struggles over a more extended period of time.
Counseling Services of Atlanta
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30092
We treat: Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress, relationship issues, Parenting, Divorce, Couples, Mood Disorders, Childhood abuse, Sexual Abuse, Trauma, PTSD, OCD, Loneliness, Grief, Eating disorders, Addiction (all forms), ADHD/ADD, Women's Issues, LGBT Issues, Men's Issues,Teen Issues, Bipolar, Play therapy/social skills for ages 3 and up, and Life coaching.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, and family therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Vinings, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
We treat: Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress, relationship issues, Parenting, Divorce, Couples, Mood Disorders, Childhood abuse, Sexual Abuse, Trauma, PTSD, OCD, Loneliness, Grief, Eating disorders, Addiction (all forms), ADHD/ADD, Women's Issues, LGBT Issues, Men's Issues,Teen Issues, Bipolar, Play therapy/social skills for ages 3 and up, and Life coaching.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, and family therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Vinings, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
Trudy Post Sprunk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC SEP, RPTS, EMDR, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30071
During the last 45 plus years, I have provided experiential psychotherapy to children, teens, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group settings. I have given over 800 lectures on the subjects of divorce, parenting, transgender, family play therapy, supervision, learning disabilities, grief, ADHD, play therapy, adolescence, etc. I am a registered play therapist, certified in EMDR, and provide supervision and consultation to other psychotherapists.
During the last 45 plus years, I have provided experiential psychotherapy to children, teens, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group settings. I have given over 800 lectures on the subjects of divorce, parenting, transgender, family play therapy, supervision, learning disabilities, grief, ADHD, play therapy, adolescence, etc. I am a registered play therapist, certified in EMDR, and provide supervision and consultation to other psychotherapists.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30093
Are you currently struggling with discovering who you are or what you want in life? Is finding an affirming transgender LGBTQ+ therapist something you've been searching for? I specialize in working with transgender adolescents and young adults who may be struggling with their identity or with navigating past traumas associated with identity discovery. You may be seeking a safe and affirming space to help process and heal past traumas, learn how to navigate distressing emotions, and start your healing journey.
Are you currently struggling with discovering who you are or what you want in life? Is finding an affirming transgender LGBTQ+ therapist something you've been searching for? I specialize in working with transgender adolescents and young adults who may be struggling with their identity or with navigating past traumas associated with identity discovery. You may be seeking a safe and affirming space to help process and heal past traumas, learn how to navigate distressing emotions, and start your healing journey.
Holly Stuckey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30092
Do you find that you feel stuck or uncertain, no matter what you do? Are you having difficulty achieving your goals or feeling connected? Is it hard to choose your next step? You want to appear in control and confident, but deep down you are struggling to make decisions, set goals, or cope with challenges and emotions. You want to experience peace and happiness, but you feel empty or overwhelmed. Anxiety, depression, addiction, or life stress can leave us feeling out of control, distant, and hopeless. Together, we can process these thoughts and feelings, and identify your path to growth and contentment.
Do you find that you feel stuck or uncertain, no matter what you do? Are you having difficulty achieving your goals or feeling connected? Is it hard to choose your next step? You want to appear in control and confident, but deep down you are struggling to make decisions, set goals, or cope with challenges and emotions. You want to experience peace and happiness, but you feel empty or overwhelmed. Anxiety, depression, addiction, or life stress can leave us feeling out of control, distant, and hopeless. Together, we can process these thoughts and feelings, and identify your path to growth and contentment.
Chloe Harper
Marriage & Family Therapist, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Norcross, GA 30092
Chloe G. Harper is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in Georgia who has been practicing since 2021. She received her Bachelor's of Science in Council Psychology from GGC. She then went to receive her Master's in Marriage and Family therapy from Mercer School of Medicine. Chloe has a background in multicultural systems work, play therapy, and Satir theory. She loves to help her clients to reach their best selves, heal old wounds from childhood, and also help transition into the next stage in their life.
Chloe G. Harper is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in Georgia who has been practicing since 2021. She received her Bachelor's of Science in Council Psychology from GGC. She then went to receive her Master's in Marriage and Family therapy from Mercer School of Medicine. Chloe has a background in multicultural systems work, play therapy, and Satir theory. She loves to help her clients to reach their best selves, heal old wounds from childhood, and also help transition into the next stage in their life.
Grayson West
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Norcross, GA 30092
Grayson West is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2019. She has a B. S in Psychology and an M. A in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Grayson works with all ages: children, adolescents, adults and families. Her approach is building rapport by listening and being supportive. She thinks it's important to allow the client to be in the driver's seat of the session so that they can gain the most from counseling. Grayson uses a lot of worksheets, videos, and different tools to help clients explore challenging issues to help teach the clients something they may not have known before.
Grayson West is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2019. She has a B. S in Psychology and an M. A in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Grayson works with all ages: children, adolescents, adults and families. Her approach is building rapport by listening and being supportive. She thinks it's important to allow the client to be in the driver's seat of the session so that they can gain the most from counseling. Grayson uses a lot of worksheets, videos, and different tools to help clients explore challenging issues to help teach the clients something they may not have known before.
Kelli Gordy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Norcross, GA 30092
Kelli Gordy is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since she graduated from Columbus State University in Columbus, Georgia in 2005 with a Master of Science degree in Community Counseling. She became an Associate Professional Counselor in 2014 and a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2017. Kelli believes in person-centered theory, which focuses on each client's individual challenges and needs. Her main areas of focus are Trauma-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. In her spare time, Kelli enjoys going to the gym, museums, thrift stores, reading, and art festivals.
Kelli Gordy is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since she graduated from Columbus State University in Columbus, Georgia in 2005 with a Master of Science degree in Community Counseling. She became an Associate Professional Counselor in 2014 and a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2017. Kelli believes in person-centered theory, which focuses on each client's individual challenges and needs. Her main areas of focus are Trauma-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. In her spare time, Kelli enjoys going to the gym, museums, thrift stores, reading, and art festivals.
Sarah Batzel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Norcross, GA 30092
Sarah Batzel is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2020. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Kennesaw State University in 2015 and completed her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University in 2019. Sarah enjoys working with clients in the therapeutic process in a variety of specialty areas including substance abuse, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, relational dynamics and challenges, and navigating life transitions.
Sarah Batzel is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2020. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Kennesaw State University in 2015 and completed her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University in 2019. Sarah enjoys working with clients in the therapeutic process in a variety of specialty areas including substance abuse, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, relational dynamics and challenges, and navigating life transitions.
Abigail Kreisinger
Counselor, LAPC
Verified Verified
Norcross, GA 30092
Abigail Kreisinger is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2022. She obtained her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University, and she also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Art and Art History from Oglethorpe University. Her past experience includes working with people in treatment for substance use disorders. She enjoys working with adults who experience general life anxiety, social anxiety, and struggle with life's transitions and stepping into recovery from trauma, substance use, and disordered eating.
Abigail Kreisinger is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2022. She obtained her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University, and she also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Art and Art History from Oglethorpe University. Her past experience includes working with people in treatment for substance use disorders. She enjoys working with adults who experience general life anxiety, social anxiety, and struggle with life's transitions and stepping into recovery from trauma, substance use, and disordered eating.
Bertrina Olivia West Al-Mahdi
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30071
Life is often tough & can be very stressful & overwhelming. Challenges are often thrown our way & we struggle with finding ways to cope. Hi, my name is Dr. O, I am a U. S. Navy veteran with a doctorate degree in International Psychologist. I am the Clinical Director of Out of the Box, CCC, a mom, a wife, & I'm here to help. I understand the difficulties of navigating the challenges of life while trying to hold it all together. I specialize in working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, and children facing emotional, cognitive, & social challenges as a result of trauma. When most people think about trauma, they usually
Life is often tough & can be very stressful & overwhelming. Challenges are often thrown our way & we struggle with finding ways to cope. Hi, my name is Dr. O, I am a U. S. Navy veteran with a doctorate degree in International Psychologist. I am the Clinical Director of Out of the Box, CCC, a mom, a wife, & I'm here to help. I understand the difficulties of navigating the challenges of life while trying to hold it all together. I specialize in working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, and children facing emotional, cognitive, & social challenges as a result of trauma. When most people think about trauma, they usually
Nubia Anacius
Counselor, MS, LAPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norcross, GA 30010
“Inspect what you Expect”!………are the words of encouragement I use to inspire you during moments of uncertainty and when you're faced with life challenges. I have been a Mental Health advocate for individuals , couples and family therapeutic treatment for over 2 decades. I am proficient with providing clinical expertise among today's diverse and cultural community. I leverage my clinical leadership strengths to support you through your current struggle. I specialize in training and coaching from a variety of Theoretic Modalities to help you achieve and maximize your highest potential toward Mental Health and Well-Being .
“Inspect what you Expect”!………are the words of encouragement I use to inspire you during moments of uncertainty and when you're faced with life challenges. I have been a Mental Health advocate for individuals , couples and family therapeutic treatment for over 2 decades. I am proficient with providing clinical expertise among today's diverse and cultural community. I leverage my clinical leadership strengths to support you through your current struggle. I specialize in training and coaching from a variety of Theoretic Modalities to help you achieve and maximize your highest potential toward Mental Health and Well-Being .
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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.