LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Needham, MA
I am excited to be working with Child Therapy Boston to provide LGBTQ young people with social skills and life skills training to help increase their ability to use healthy communication and be successful in the world.
My name is Vicki Reiszner, LICSW and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a commitment to helping children, young adults, and families reach their goals. I specialize in working with LGBTQ individuals and their families in order to promote social and emotional health and well-being. I have also helped young adults who have experienced a range of mental health challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and struggles with appropriate social skills, emotional regulation and attention, sense of positive self, and engagement in safe and healthy behaviors.
I am excited to be working with Child Therapy Boston to provide LGBTQ young people with social skills and life skills training to help increase their ability to use healthy communication and be successful in the world.
My name is Vicki Reiszner, LICSW and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a commitment to helping children, young adults, and families reach their goals. I specialize in working with LGBTQ individuals and their families in order to promote social and emotional health and well-being. I have also helped young adults who have experienced a range of mental health challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and struggles with appropriate social skills, emotional regulation and attention, sense of positive self, and engagement in safe and healthy behaviors.
Alison Ratner Mayer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492
At Child Therapy Boston, we have a passion for working with children, teens, siblings, families and groups. We are confident that we can help individuals and families struggling with diagnoses including ADHD, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Depression, Developmental Disabilities, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, and Attachment. We enjoy working with clients who are struggling with self-esteem, family relationships, grief and loss, bullying, life transitions, and stress management. We also offer specialized counseling for LGBTQIA+ youth.
At Child Therapy Boston, we have a passion for working with children, teens, siblings, families and groups. We are confident that we can help individuals and families struggling with diagnoses including ADHD, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Depression, Developmental Disabilities, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, and Attachment. We enjoy working with clients who are struggling with self-esteem, family relationships, grief and loss, bullying, life transitions, and stress management. We also offer specialized counseling for LGBTQIA+ youth.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Behavior Disorders, Challenges and Illnesses of Aging, Chronic Illness, Depression, Disability, Emotional Control, Executive Functions, Fatigue, Gender and Sexual Identity, Learning Disabilities, LGBTQ, Lyme Disease, OCD, ODD, Performance Enhancement, PTSD, Sleep Disorders, Stress, Trauma
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Behavior Disorders, Challenges and Illnesses of Aging, Chronic Illness, Depression, Disability, Emotional Control, Executive Functions, Fatigue, Gender and Sexual Identity, Learning Disabilities, LGBTQ, Lyme Disease, OCD, ODD, Performance Enhancement, PTSD, Sleep Disorders, Stress, Trauma
My practice is focused on providing career counseling to adults (18+). I am a particularly good fit for people who need help identifying what career is the best fit for them, whether they are just starting out or are considering a career transition. I work with clients individually or in a time-limited telehealth workshop focused on helping participants figure out the answer to "what's next?". In addition, I take a limited number of adult clients for individual telehealth psychotherapy. I have particular interest & experience in providing psychotherapy to therapists/therapists-in-training and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
My practice is focused on providing career counseling to adults (18+). I am a particularly good fit for people who need help identifying what career is the best fit for them, whether they are just starting out or are considering a career transition. I work with clients individually or in a time-limited telehealth workshop focused on helping participants figure out the answer to "what's next?". In addition, I take a limited number of adult clients for individual telehealth psychotherapy. I have particular interest & experience in providing psychotherapy to therapists/therapists-in-training and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I treat those struggling from various sexual dysfunctions (low desire/libido, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, orgasmic difficulties, sexual pain), paraphilias and issues related to one's sexual appetite, sex/pornography addiction as well as relationship/communication issues, and issues pertaining to sexuality, LGBTQ issues.
I specialize in treating individuals and couples struggling with sexual dysfunction. I strive to help those with sexual dysfunction find balance and satisfaction in their sexual lives as well as their overall functioning.
I treat those struggling from various sexual dysfunctions (low desire/libido, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, orgasmic difficulties, sexual pain), paraphilias and issues related to one's sexual appetite, sex/pornography addiction as well as relationship/communication issues, and issues pertaining to sexuality, LGBTQ issues.
I specialize in treating individuals and couples struggling with sexual dysfunction. I strive to help those with sexual dysfunction find balance and satisfaction in their sexual lives as well as their overall functioning.
I love working with LGBTQIA and Latinx identified individuals.
I believe all individuals are capable of healing and growth. Having a safe, trusting relationship with a therapist can be an important part of that process. In my practice, I aim to create an open space for us to work towards your goals while allowing you to feel heard, cared for, and accepted.
I love working with LGBTQIA and Latinx identified individuals.
I believe all individuals are capable of healing and growth. Having a safe, trusting relationship with a therapist can be an important part of that process. In my practice, I aim to create an open space for us to work towards your goals while allowing you to feel heard, cared for, and accepted.
Landen Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02494 (Online Only)
I am proudly LGBTQIA+ friendly, connected and knowledgeable.
I offer treatment to children, teens, and adults with a collaborative and honest approach. Dependability, curiosity, and kind humor help me to form the therapeutic alliance needed to reach important goals.
I am proudly LGBTQIA+ friendly, connected and knowledgeable.
I offer treatment to children, teens, and adults with a collaborative and honest approach. Dependability, curiosity, and kind humor help me to form the therapeutic alliance needed to reach important goals.
I am a member of the LGBTQIA community and passionate about social justice.
Summer 2024 - Accepting New Clients! Whether managing short-term or long-term stress, I value making a space for clients to take a moment to stop, step back from what they're doing and take a look from the outside. In a comfortable space with a supportive therapeutic relationship, clients can best understand themselves and disentangle challenges of daily life. I believe in helping clients identify what defines them as an individual, and how to best fulfill the things in life that are important to them. I also value awareness of identities relating to culture, ethnicity, gender and sex, and how they affect clients' values and goals.
I am a member of the LGBTQIA community and passionate about social justice.
Summer 2024 - Accepting New Clients! Whether managing short-term or long-term stress, I value making a space for clients to take a moment to stop, step back from what they're doing and take a look from the outside. In a comfortable space with a supportive therapeutic relationship, clients can best understand themselves and disentangle challenges of daily life. I believe in helping clients identify what defines them as an individual, and how to best fulfill the things in life that are important to them. I also value awareness of identities relating to culture, ethnicity, gender and sex, and how they affect clients' values and goals.
Nikki provides culturally-affirming, attachment-based, queer-affirming, poly-friendly, strength-based and client-centered services, integrating trauma-informed and evidence-based theories including Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT), Expressive Arts Therapy, Family Systems Theory, Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mindfulness.
Nikki works with adults and children of all backgrounds, specializing in LGBTQIA+, couples therapy and polyamory, children with special needs, immigration and identity, and Asian mental health. She has experience with a wide range of issues including anxiety, communication, self-image, people pleasing, personal growth, embodiment, relational issues, boundary setting, neurodivergent and queer experiences, racial trauma, etc. Her therapeutic approach is creative and relational, and she provides language-specific care in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
Nikki provides culturally-affirming, attachment-based, queer-affirming, poly-friendly, strength-based and client-centered services, integrating trauma-informed and evidence-based theories including Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT), Expressive Arts Therapy, Family Systems Theory, Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mindfulness.
Nikki works with adults and children of all backgrounds, specializing in LGBTQIA+, couples therapy and polyamory, children with special needs, immigration and identity, and Asian mental health. She has experience with a wide range of issues including anxiety, communication, self-image, people pleasing, personal growth, embodiment, relational issues, boundary setting, neurodivergent and queer experiences, racial trauma, etc. Her therapeutic approach is creative and relational, and she provides language-specific care in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
Amanda van Hamme
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492 (Online Only)
As a mom, veteran, and member of the queer community, supporting others is my passion.
Feeling constantly on edge with intrusive thoughts or a looming sense of doom? Struggling with feelings of loss, fear, or hopelessness? Is your inner critic constantly highlighting mistakes and fueling self-doubt? You're not alone. Anxiety and depression can be overwhelming, especially during changes in life. In therapy, we will create a safe space to explore emotions, confront fears, and develop coping strategies, and foster resilience for healing, step by step.
As a mom, veteran, and member of the queer community, supporting others is my passion.
Feeling constantly on edge with intrusive thoughts or a looming sense of doom? Struggling with feelings of loss, fear, or hopelessness? Is your inner critic constantly highlighting mistakes and fueling self-doubt? You're not alone. Anxiety and depression can be overwhelming, especially during changes in life. In therapy, we will create a safe space to explore emotions, confront fears, and develop coping strategies, and foster resilience for healing, step by step.
Waves of Change Counseling Group / Stacy Ott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC-1
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02494
Choosing a therapist can be a frightening and overwhelming task. For therapy to be most effective, it is important to find someone you can connect too and feel comfortable with to process life’s most challenging struggles. I have 10 years post graduate social work experience. I enjoy working with adults struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, boundary setting, gender identity, grief, and relationship issues for traditional and non-traditional relationships. I am an interactive therapist who offers her clients encouragement, feedback, and non-judgmental insight who appropriately brings humor into our conversations.
Choosing a therapist can be a frightening and overwhelming task. For therapy to be most effective, it is important to find someone you can connect too and feel comfortable with to process life’s most challenging struggles. I have 10 years post graduate social work experience. I enjoy working with adults struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, boundary setting, gender identity, grief, and relationship issues for traditional and non-traditional relationships. I am an interactive therapist who offers her clients encouragement, feedback, and non-judgmental insight who appropriately brings humor into our conversations.
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Sandra Duggan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02192 (Online Only)
I work with individuals and couples experiencing many different struggles in areas that include Depression, Anxiety, parenting, relationship issues, adoption issues, ADHD, family stressors, transitions in families, job changes, interpersonal struggles, identity issues and much more.
I have over twenty years of experience providing psychotherapy for couples, adolescents, adults and families. My style is interactive, warm and compassionate. I offer easily usable strategies along with deeper dives to help improve how a client is feeling. I believe in using clients' strengths to help inform the work we do together. I believe in understanding what is going well as well as understanding where people are struggling. I have a strong respect for all of my clients and believe in providing a safe, trusting environment so clients have space to discuss what feels challenging at this time.
I work with individuals and couples experiencing many different struggles in areas that include Depression, Anxiety, parenting, relationship issues, adoption issues, ADHD, family stressors, transitions in families, job changes, interpersonal struggles, identity issues and much more.
I have over twenty years of experience providing psychotherapy for couples, adolescents, adults and families. My style is interactive, warm and compassionate. I offer easily usable strategies along with deeper dives to help improve how a client is feeling. I believe in using clients' strengths to help inform the work we do together. I believe in understanding what is going well as well as understanding where people are struggling. I have a strong respect for all of my clients and believe in providing a safe, trusting environment so clients have space to discuss what feels challenging at this time.
3- Grief and loss 4-Terminal illness 5- Family/Couples conflict and relationship issues 6- transition from school to college and adaptation to college.
We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.
3- Grief and loss 4-Terminal illness 5- Family/Couples conflict and relationship issues 6- transition from school to college and adaptation to college.
We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.
(I AM accepting new patients at this time. Private Pay or BCBS only) I value and respect diversity. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life and believe we have much to learn from each other. Through Telehealth and in person services, I have been working with clients with a diverse range of needs. My immediate focus is on establishing a trusting relationship with clients and working together to address whatever clients are struggling with in their lives. I value collaboration, focusing on strengths, and utilizing those strengths to overcome difficulties.
(I AM accepting new patients at this time. Private Pay or BCBS only) I value and respect diversity. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life and believe we have much to learn from each other. Through Telehealth and in person services, I have been working with clients with a diverse range of needs. My immediate focus is on establishing a trusting relationship with clients and working together to address whatever clients are struggling with in their lives. I value collaboration, focusing on strengths, and utilizing those strengths to overcome difficulties.
Lindsey Polishook Sherer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02494 (Online Only)
My goal as a therapist is to help my clients develop skills that will serve them in life's many transitions.
Hi! I'm Lindsey Sherer, a licensed clinical social worker based in Massachusetts. I'm thrilled to welcome you to my private practice. I have more than 10 years of experience helping my clients navigate challenges involving uncomfortable feelings that arise during life's many peaks, valleys, and the shades of grey in between. I pride myself on creating a warm and empathetic environment for therapy, which facilitates self-discovery and growth.
My goal as a therapist is to help my clients develop skills that will serve them in life's many transitions.
Hi! I'm Lindsey Sherer, a licensed clinical social worker based in Massachusetts. I'm thrilled to welcome you to my private practice. I have more than 10 years of experience helping my clients navigate challenges involving uncomfortable feelings that arise during life's many peaks, valleys, and the shades of grey in between. I pride myself on creating a warm and empathetic environment for therapy, which facilitates self-discovery and growth.
Jennifer Pugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02494 (Online Only)
Current Availability for Individuals & Couples - Do you feel stuck in behaviors or routines that no longer serve you? Is your mindset preventing you from leading the life you wish to lead? Do you catch yourself comparing your life to those around you? I have the expertise to help you navigate life transitions, build your self-esteem, cope with depression and anxiety, and resolve any recurring patterns of conflict with your significant other. Learn more at jppsych.com or participate in a telephone consultation today and begin a treatment that will help you build the skills and insights you need to achieve your goals.
Current Availability for Individuals & Couples - Do you feel stuck in behaviors or routines that no longer serve you? Is your mindset preventing you from leading the life you wish to lead? Do you catch yourself comparing your life to those around you? I have the expertise to help you navigate life transitions, build your self-esteem, cope with depression and anxiety, and resolve any recurring patterns of conflict with your significant other. Learn more at jppsych.com or participate in a telephone consultation today and begin a treatment that will help you build the skills and insights you need to achieve your goals.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with forty years of experience helping my clients to improve relationships with their families, partners and co-workers, to be effective in reaching their goals; and to alleviate depression. My style is warm, interactive, and positive. My clients and I sometimes find ourselves laughing together even with the serious issues that are being addressed. My role is to actively support you in exploring your personal issues. I respect my clients and deeply enjoy my work. Our safe therapist/client relationship is an essential part of resolving your concerns.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with forty years of experience helping my clients to improve relationships with their families, partners and co-workers, to be effective in reaching their goals; and to alleviate depression. My style is warm, interactive, and positive. My clients and I sometimes find ourselves laughing together even with the serious issues that are being addressed. My role is to actively support you in exploring your personal issues. I respect my clients and deeply enjoy my work. Our safe therapist/client relationship is an essential part of resolving your concerns.
I believe that a collaborative partnership between client and therapist is the foundation for healing and growth. I work with adults of all ages and backgrounds who struggle with anxiety and depression, life transitions, grief, and the effects of stress on their lives. While much of my experience has focused on supporting women in various stages of their lives, I seek to provide an inclusive, nonjudgmental, safe space for all clients to explore their inner lives and external stressors. I bring focus to client strengths, practicing self-compassion, and cultivating joy.
I believe that a collaborative partnership between client and therapist is the foundation for healing and growth. I work with adults of all ages and backgrounds who struggle with anxiety and depression, life transitions, grief, and the effects of stress on their lives. While much of my experience has focused on supporting women in various stages of their lives, I seek to provide an inclusive, nonjudgmental, safe space for all clients to explore their inner lives and external stressors. I bring focus to client strengths, practicing self-compassion, and cultivating joy.
Elana Gacs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492 (Online Only)
I focus on life stage transitions such as emerging adulthood, parenting, and loss.
I am a therapist who deeply believes in everyone's ability to grow and change. I believe in our ability to evolve even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges. In my practice we focus on breaking down these challenges into manageable pieces and accessing the solutions that are already within.
I focus on life stage transitions such as emerging adulthood, parenting, and loss.
I am a therapist who deeply believes in everyone's ability to grow and change. I believe in our ability to evolve even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges. In my practice we focus on breaking down these challenges into manageable pieces and accessing the solutions that are already within.
Learn to work with conflict, unload stress, and safely handle strong emotions in your career and your personal life. Acquire the skill to communicate with authenticity and clarity while working to resolve differences of opinion. The therapy process combines the exploration of early life influences and current everyday personal challenges in an empathic, supportive and engaging manner. I provide a private therapeutic environment for us to engage in the deep psychological work that leads to self-awareness and behavioral change.
Learn to work with conflict, unload stress, and safely handle strong emotions in your career and your personal life. Acquire the skill to communicate with authenticity and clarity while working to resolve differences of opinion. The therapy process combines the exploration of early life influences and current everyday personal challenges in an empathic, supportive and engaging manner. I provide a private therapeutic environment for us to engage in the deep psychological work that leads to self-awareness and behavioral change.
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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.