LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Swampscott, MA
Susana Puertas Manso
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
I believe that in pain and struggle there is also resilience, strength and even opportunity. Therapy is a process of growth and self understanding that leads to relief and change. I work with clients facing many challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and work problems. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations, I welcome all people, including LGBTQ+, ethnic racial minorities and anyone who may have felt othered due to their identities.
I believe that in pain and struggle there is also resilience, strength and even opportunity. Therapy is a process of growth and self understanding that leads to relief and change. I work with clients facing many challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and work problems. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations, I welcome all people, including LGBTQ+, ethnic racial minorities and anyone who may have felt othered due to their identities.
Daniel Do
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MPH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907
I have a particular interest in working with communities of color and persons identifying as LGBTQ+.
***Not Currently Accepting New Clients** Are you looking for ways to manage and overcome your stress, symptoms of depression or anxiety, or find support in a confidential space? Starting therapy takes courage and strength. It can be a scary space because you do not know your therapist yet. I work with clients to manage their mental health symptoms and not be defined by those symptoms. If you would like to build coping skills, gain insight into your strengths and find balance, I would like to work with you on this journey.
I have a particular interest in working with communities of color and persons identifying as LGBTQ+.
***Not Currently Accepting New Clients** Are you looking for ways to manage and overcome your stress, symptoms of depression or anxiety, or find support in a confidential space? Starting therapy takes courage and strength. It can be a scary space because you do not know your therapist yet. I work with clients to manage their mental health symptoms and not be defined by those symptoms. If you would like to build coping skills, gain insight into your strengths and find balance, I would like to work with you on this journey.
Phil Higgins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Judy Garland said it best: "Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else." I help clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem, "stuck-ness" and relationship issues; and specialized concerns with sexual and gender identity, illness & loss. I see every instance in our lives as an opportunity for evolution. I believe in the search for insight, but also developing practical tools for change. I believe in the value of a good laugh, but also keeping ourselves honest. I believe in the importance of hope and integrity, but also managing expectations & resentments so that we can flourish.
Judy Garland said it best: "Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else." I help clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem, "stuck-ness" and relationship issues; and specialized concerns with sexual and gender identity, illness & loss. I see every instance in our lives as an opportunity for evolution. I believe in the search for insight, but also developing practical tools for change. I believe in the value of a good laugh, but also keeping ourselves honest. I believe in the importance of hope and integrity, but also managing expectations & resentments so that we can flourish.
Rachelle Linda Goldberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
For more than 30 years I have worked to help people find their strengths, clarify their needs and enrich their relationships and lives.
I have eleven years of graduate and post-graduate training in Marriage and Family Therapy and have led Marriage Encounter weekends for thirty years with my husband.
I see therapy as a collaboration between therapist and client where I help my clients with resources for general health and wellness, self-growth and exploration.
No one should have to face life's crises alone. I look forward to working with you.
For more than 30 years I have worked to help people find their strengths, clarify their needs and enrich their relationships and lives.
I have eleven years of graduate and post-graduate training in Marriage and Family Therapy and have led Marriage Encounter weekends for thirty years with my husband.
I see therapy as a collaboration between therapist and client where I help my clients with resources for general health and wellness, self-growth and exploration.
No one should have to face life's crises alone. I look forward to working with you.
Diana Martocchia-The Art of Healing
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CARC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
I can help support you. The first step to any healing is to completely embrace who you are in this very moment... with time and an open heart, healing can begin....and so much more shall be revealed. Humility creates hope, and hope will bring you "home".
I can help support you. The first step to any healing is to completely embrace who you are in this very moment... with time and an open heart, healing can begin....and so much more shall be revealed. Humility creates hope, and hope will bring you "home".
Our Harbor Counseling: Julie Kinnicutt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Welcome... I'm Julie, and I'm glad you're here. I provide talk therapy to adults who are facing stressful life transitions and want support around coping and adjustment. I work best with clients who are motivated to change and become "unstuck" in harmful thought and behavior patterns. Maybe you're navigating a fertility journey.... Maybe you or a loved one has a chronic health issue... Maybe you want to improve your negative self talk. I'm certain that I can help.
Welcome... I'm Julie, and I'm glad you're here. I provide talk therapy to adults who are facing stressful life transitions and want support around coping and adjustment. I work best with clients who are motivated to change and become "unstuck" in harmful thought and behavior patterns. Maybe you're navigating a fertility journey.... Maybe you or a loved one has a chronic health issue... Maybe you want to improve your negative self talk. I'm certain that I can help.
Sherry Ranjbar
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Are you looking for support in this complex journey called life? I am here for you. My ideal client is someone seeking meaning, clarity, and growth amidst the challenges of relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, or anger. Together, we'll embark on a collaborative therapeutic journey towards empowerment, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life. I believe in the power of our connection and will guide you through psychodynamic principles, exploring relationships and existential aspects along the way.
Are you looking for support in this complex journey called life? I am here for you. My ideal client is someone seeking meaning, clarity, and growth amidst the challenges of relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, or anger. Together, we'll embark on a collaborative therapeutic journey towards empowerment, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life. I believe in the power of our connection and will guide you through psychodynamic principles, exploring relationships and existential aspects along the way.
Lindita Murrizi
Mental Health Counselor , MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Sometimes life is full of challenges and unwelcome stress, and I am here to help and support you through the tough times in your life. Whether or not you have received counseling before, it takes insight and courage to reach out for professional help. My goal is to help clients overcome obstacles in order to find peace and contentment. Each client is unique and adapting techniques to fit the individual is considered vital to the success of therapy.
Sometimes life is full of challenges and unwelcome stress, and I am here to help and support you through the tough times in your life. Whether or not you have received counseling before, it takes insight and courage to reach out for professional help. My goal is to help clients overcome obstacles in order to find peace and contentment. Each client is unique and adapting techniques to fit the individual is considered vital to the success of therapy.
Betsy Lang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CT, MSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Thanatologist, and a musician my unique practice blends two life passions, built on privacy, respect and trust, but most importantly, focusing on hope. I serve people struggling with the fears of life threatening illnesses and life altering transitions. With extended experience I help people cope with past traumas, including stress, anxiety, and depression caused by these fears and losses. Losses may include job, financial security, health, or relationships. Losses alter our lives, causing us to question the meaning of life, and re-prioritize what is important.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Thanatologist, and a musician my unique practice blends two life passions, built on privacy, respect and trust, but most importantly, focusing on hope. I serve people struggling with the fears of life threatening illnesses and life altering transitions. With extended experience I help people cope with past traumas, including stress, anxiety, and depression caused by these fears and losses. Losses may include job, financial security, health, or relationships. Losses alter our lives, causing us to question the meaning of life, and re-prioritize what is important.
Jill Evans Wuonola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Is the stress of work and family life becoming difficult to manage? Do you struggle to find meaning in your life? Are you working to understand competing aspects of your identity? It is my privilege to help my clients work through their personal struggles, using a psychodynamic approach that is both relational and existential. I believe that the relationship between a therapist and client provides an empowering, life-affirming space to work through life's struggles and to bring about healing.
Is the stress of work and family life becoming difficult to manage? Do you struggle to find meaning in your life? Are you working to understand competing aspects of your identity? It is my privilege to help my clients work through their personal struggles, using a psychodynamic approach that is both relational and existential. I believe that the relationship between a therapist and client provides an empowering, life-affirming space to work through life's struggles and to bring about healing.
John Thomas Chirban
Psychologist, PhD, ThD
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address concerns with relationships, identity, intimacy and sexuality, and spirituality, in addition to general psychological problems. My approach to therapy is active, relational, and result-oriented, encouraging clients take hold of their life and find the meaning that life holds for them. I have served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School and Psychologist at the Cambridge Health Alliance for more than 25 years. And have been serving on the Advisory Board of the Dr. Phil Show, since its inception. (See drchirban.com and swampscottpsychologicalassociates.com)
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address concerns with relationships, identity, intimacy and sexuality, and spirituality, in addition to general psychological problems. My approach to therapy is active, relational, and result-oriented, encouraging clients take hold of their life and find the meaning that life holds for them. I have served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School and Psychologist at the Cambridge Health Alliance for more than 25 years. And have been serving on the Advisory Board of the Dr. Phil Show, since its inception. (See drchirban.com and swampscottpsychologicalassociates.com)
Elizabeth Tener
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Life has its ups and downs, but do you seem to have more downs these days? Are you fearful or sad, losing sleep, worrying about partner or your child? Are you angry and irritable, then ashamed? Insecure and unhappy on your job? You don’t need to stay in this lonely, confusing place. Therapy is a wonderful opportunity to pause, breathe deeply, and take time to find your voice. As a therapist, I can be there with a listening ear, a calm presence. More than that, I provide a mix of insight, practical advice, candid feedback, warmth, and a sense of humor. Therapy is an inner journey, and I’ll be by your side.
Life has its ups and downs, but do you seem to have more downs these days? Are you fearful or sad, losing sleep, worrying about partner or your child? Are you angry and irritable, then ashamed? Insecure and unhappy on your job? You don’t need to stay in this lonely, confusing place. Therapy is a wonderful opportunity to pause, breathe deeply, and take time to find your voice. As a therapist, I can be there with a listening ear, a calm presence. More than that, I provide a mix of insight, practical advice, candid feedback, warmth, and a sense of humor. Therapy is an inner journey, and I’ll be by your side.
Denise Malament
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Waitlist for new clients
I provide a collaborative process of psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. In a safe atmosphere we work together to uncover the innate strength we all have to live a fulfilled life. This method includes conversation, inquiry and mindfulness based practices that enable self discovery. By freeing one's self from habitual ways of thinking and reacting, maturity and wisdom become accessible.
I provide a collaborative process of psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. In a safe atmosphere we work together to uncover the innate strength we all have to live a fulfilled life. This method includes conversation, inquiry and mindfulness based practices that enable self discovery. By freeing one's self from habitual ways of thinking and reacting, maturity and wisdom become accessible.
Sara Frawley
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
I provide a supportive, non-judgmental environment to help you develop goals and take the next steps. My approach to therapy is interactive. Our work together will be based your wants and needs. I will work closely with you to identify causes of your concerns, learn tools to make change, and help you build understanding about yourself and your world.
I provide a supportive, non-judgmental environment to help you develop goals and take the next steps. My approach to therapy is interactive. Our work together will be based your wants and needs. I will work closely with you to identify causes of your concerns, learn tools to make change, and help you build understanding about yourself and your world.
Gina Malvarosa
Counselor, LMHC, LADC1
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
My services are tailored to individuals struggling with a variety of mental health disorders (depression, anxiety, panic, mood disorder) and substance abuse issues. I work with all populations and provide home based therapy and outreach-- to the elderly-- and those diagnosed with complicated medical issues. My services are geared toward assessing one's baseline and identifying specific strengths, coping, limitations, vulnerabilities and grounding skills. I also incorporate the spiritual element of healing--which fosters personal growth for recovery.
My services are tailored to individuals struggling with a variety of mental health disorders (depression, anxiety, panic, mood disorder) and substance abuse issues. I work with all populations and provide home based therapy and outreach-- to the elderly-- and those diagnosed with complicated medical issues. My services are geared toward assessing one's baseline and identifying specific strengths, coping, limitations, vulnerabilities and grounding skills. I also incorporate the spiritual element of healing--which fosters personal growth for recovery.
Alana Welch Strom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MA
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my practice. I work with a wide range of people, from those looking to make subtle shifts and build insight to those struggling to manage profound, chronic suffering. I will help you explore the impact of your past and present on your health and well-being and learn how to connect deeply with your self, your body, with others, and with the world around you. My approach is heavily relational, geared towards healing attachment wounds, as well as somatic, centering the body and nervous system - both of which have carried so much burden but are often minimized in therapies that rely exclusively on talk and cognitive process.
Welcome to my practice. I work with a wide range of people, from those looking to make subtle shifts and build insight to those struggling to manage profound, chronic suffering. I will help you explore the impact of your past and present on your health and well-being and learn how to connect deeply with your self, your body, with others, and with the world around you. My approach is heavily relational, geared towards healing attachment wounds, as well as somatic, centering the body and nervous system - both of which have carried so much burden but are often minimized in therapies that rely exclusively on talk and cognitive process.
Ashley Valcourt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing one-on-one therapy in a safe and supportive environment. I specialize in relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. My approach to therapy is to "make it make sense". I believe that when you understand the origin and evolution of your struggles and place it within the context of your personality and family history, you will become more empowered in your life. When you become the master of your life, you will feel competent and capable to achieve your goals, overcome your struggles, and live life balanced and fulfilled.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing one-on-one therapy in a safe and supportive environment. I specialize in relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. My approach to therapy is to "make it make sense". I believe that when you understand the origin and evolution of your struggles and place it within the context of your personality and family history, you will become more empowered in your life. When you become the master of your life, you will feel competent and capable to achieve your goals, overcome your struggles, and live life balanced and fulfilled.
Ciccio Counseling Centers
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
We are Accepting NEW Patients - Anxiety is our primary focus. We specialize in treating, children, teens, and adults with: Panic, Generalized Anxiety/Stress, Sports Performance, OCD, Body Image Concerns, Post-Traumatic Stress symptoms, Racing Thoughts, and Social Anxiety. Ciccio Counseling Centers follows a structured CBT treatment modality that is designed to produce measurable progress week-to-week. We also offer medication options through our psychiatric team if needed. Visit www.cicciocounselingcenters.com for more detailed information and to schedule an appointment for your over-the-phone consultation. 781-307-0098
We are Accepting NEW Patients - Anxiety is our primary focus. We specialize in treating, children, teens, and adults with: Panic, Generalized Anxiety/Stress, Sports Performance, OCD, Body Image Concerns, Post-Traumatic Stress symptoms, Racing Thoughts, and Social Anxiety. Ciccio Counseling Centers follows a structured CBT treatment modality that is designed to produce measurable progress week-to-week. We also offer medication options through our psychiatric team if needed. Visit www.cicciocounselingcenters.com for more detailed information and to schedule an appointment for your over-the-phone consultation. 781-307-0098
Lauryn Blandford
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
In my role as a therapist, my foremost commitment is to guide individuals on their journey towards healing, self-discovery, and personal growth. I believe that every person possesses the resilience and strength to overcome life's challenges, and my role is to provide a safe and compassionate space where we can explore these strengths together.
In my role as a therapist, my foremost commitment is to guide individuals on their journey towards healing, self-discovery, and personal growth. I believe that every person possesses the resilience and strength to overcome life's challenges, and my role is to provide a safe and compassionate space where we can explore these strengths together.
Meg Seymour
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
With over 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field, Meg’s passion has always been to help individuals cope with all life stressors, including, but not limited to, those who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal difficulties. As a Certified Mindfulness Coach, as well as a Certified Resilience Coach, Meg works with people to increase strength and resilience to grow, gain new perspectives, and live a more fulfilling life.
With over 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field, Meg’s passion has always been to help individuals cope with all life stressors, including, but not limited to, those who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal difficulties. As a Certified Mindfulness Coach, as well as a Certified Resilience Coach, Meg works with people to increase strength and resilience to grow, gain new perspectives, and live a more fulfilling life.
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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.