LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Sweetwater, TX
Brian Hudspeth & Associates, MA, LPC, LCDC, SAP
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC, SAP
Verified Verified
Sweetwater, TX 79556
Watching individuals work to be the best they can be is highly rewarding. I look forward to helping you unlock your potential and enjoy life to it's fullest! Sometimes when we are in our darkest times, we can't see beyond our current situation. However, the solution to even the most troubling issues is there to be found. Call me. I look foward to meeting with you!
Watching individuals work to be the best they can be is highly rewarding. I look forward to helping you unlock your potential and enjoy life to it's fullest! Sometimes when we are in our darkest times, we can't see beyond our current situation. However, the solution to even the most troubling issues is there to be found. Call me. I look foward to meeting with you!
Jeffrey D Emery
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sweetwater, TX 79556
Therapy is about change. Many clients come because they are ready to explore how to make necessary or desired changes in their lives. Others reach out because they are experiencing change and need help navigating it. Ideally, clients come to the process open to seeing, thinking and doing things differently. People come to therapy usually because they have done everything they know how to do and they need a different perspective. Anxiety and depression are the most common issues that plague most clients, but everyone has unique ways that they handle their situation, their emotions and their relationships.
Therapy is about change. Many clients come because they are ready to explore how to make necessary or desired changes in their lives. Others reach out because they are experiencing change and need help navigating it. Ideally, clients come to the process open to seeing, thinking and doing things differently. People come to therapy usually because they have done everything they know how to do and they need a different perspective. Anxiety and depression are the most common issues that plague most clients, but everyone has unique ways that they handle their situation, their emotions and their relationships.
Lori Copeland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, NBC-HWC
Verified Verified
Sweetwater, TX 79556
For over 25 years, I’ve had the opportunity to listen as clients shared their story and trusted me to help. As an integrative therapist, I draw from a large and diverse “tool bag” of research-supported methods and strategies to help people gain insight, develop skills, and strengthen the resilience they need to be happier, healthier, and improve their relationships. Some of my clients are seeking help for depression, anxiety, or recovery from past trauma. Others are just looking for some better coping skills or support through a difficult time. I see clients in my private office suite and also use a secure teletherapy platform.
For over 25 years, I’ve had the opportunity to listen as clients shared their story and trusted me to help. As an integrative therapist, I draw from a large and diverse “tool bag” of research-supported methods and strategies to help people gain insight, develop skills, and strengthen the resilience they need to be happier, healthier, and improve their relationships. Some of my clients are seeking help for depression, anxiety, or recovery from past trauma. Others are just looking for some better coping skills or support through a difficult time. I see clients in my private office suite and also use a secure teletherapy platform.
Michael Pounds
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sweetwater, TX 79556
"I cheated, I had an affair." No one ever wants to be told these words, but your partner just said them to you. They were your anchor and they betrayed your trust. In your shock and disbelief, you searched for answers, but that only lead to the worst fights you have ever had. Since then, you have lived as roommates keeping to your own corners of the house. You are tired of the distance and want things to just go back to how they were. But deep down you tell yourself, "It can never be like it was. Not now."
"I cheated, I had an affair." No one ever wants to be told these words, but your partner just said them to you. They were your anchor and they betrayed your trust. In your shock and disbelief, you searched for answers, but that only lead to the worst fights you have ever had. Since then, you have lived as roommates keeping to your own corners of the house. You are tired of the distance and want things to just go back to how they were. But deep down you tell yourself, "It can never be like it was. Not now."
Online Therapists
With a wealth of experience spanning diverse demographics, I've served as a seasoned counselor, offering guidance to children, adolescents, individuals grappling with substance abuse, LGBTQ community members, those with ADHD, individuals facing depression, and veterans. Over the years, I've been fortunate to glean insights from seasoned professionals, shaping my approach to client care significantly. In my work with children, I integrate art, activities, and games to foster communication and personal development. Though I'll admit, I frequently find myself on the losing side of UNO!
With a wealth of experience spanning diverse demographics, I've served as a seasoned counselor, offering guidance to children, adolescents, individuals grappling with substance abuse, LGBTQ community members, those with ADHD, individuals facing depression, and veterans. Over the years, I've been fortunate to glean insights from seasoned professionals, shaping my approach to client care significantly. In my work with children, I integrate art, activities, and games to foster communication and personal development. Though I'll admit, I frequently find myself on the losing side of UNO!
Dishawn Adams
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, LPC-A, QMHP, MS
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79606 (Online Only)
I am proud to be an amazing black female therapist who works with substance use, LGBTQ individuals, teens, adolescents, depression, anxiety, divorce, and trauma.
Being an amazing black female therapist means embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. It means acknowledging the unique struggles that marginalized communities face and actively working to provide support, understanding, and healing. It means using my platform to advocate for equality, justice, and mental health awareness. My goal is to break down barriers and stigmas surrounding mental health within the black community and to provide accessible and culturally sensitive care.
I am proud to be an amazing black female therapist who works with substance use, LGBTQ individuals, teens, adolescents, depression, anxiety, divorce, and trauma.
Being an amazing black female therapist means embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. It means acknowledging the unique struggles that marginalized communities face and actively working to provide support, understanding, and healing. It means using my platform to advocate for equality, justice, and mental health awareness. My goal is to break down barriers and stigmas surrounding mental health within the black community and to provide accessible and culturally sensitive care.
Rachel Cude
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Munday, TX 76371 (Online Only)
I particularly enjoy working with trauma-informed care, young women, those of various religious backgrounds, and persons in marginalized populations such as the LGBTQ+ community.
Welcome! My name is Rachel, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate in the state of Texas. I am originally from the DFW area but moved to rural West Texas in 2015 to raise my family in my husband's hometown. I began my professional career as a teacher and continue to enjoy working with teens in my new role as a therapist. I also currently work in long-term care, so life transitions both young and old are a theme I find myself gravitating toward. I believe that the client is the expert on their own life and that we view the world through the lens of our own experiences.
I particularly enjoy working with trauma-informed care, young women, those of various religious backgrounds, and persons in marginalized populations such as the LGBTQ+ community.
Welcome! My name is Rachel, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate in the state of Texas. I am originally from the DFW area but moved to rural West Texas in 2015 to raise my family in my husband's hometown. I began my professional career as a teacher and continue to enjoy working with teens in my new role as a therapist. I also currently work in long-term care, so life transitions both young and old are a theme I find myself gravitating toward. I believe that the client is the expert on their own life and that we view the world through the lens of our own experiences.
Michelle Overman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
Abilene, TX 79602 (Online Only)
I can work with athletic teams on team building and performance related concerns. I can expand these topics beyond the world of sports for places including businesses and schools as well as for high risk occupations such as military personnel, firefighters, and police officers. I also work with young adult issues including depression, anxiety, and trauma (particularly related to past sexual assault). I also enjoy working with couples, families with teenagers, and LGBT individuals.
I can work with athletic teams on team building and performance related concerns. I can expand these topics beyond the world of sports for places including businesses and schools as well as for high risk occupations such as military personnel, firefighters, and police officers. I also work with young adult issues including depression, anxiety, and trauma (particularly related to past sexual assault). I also enjoy working with couples, families with teenagers, and LGBT individuals.
Welcome! My name is Nicole Iredale, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. I work with clients ages 13 and up and specialize in adolescents, young adults, and adults of various backgrounds. My areas of focus include trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, mood disorders (e.g., Bipolar Disorder), working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and Borderline Personality Disorder. My preferred theoretical approaches include DBT, CBT, and trauma-informed therapy, with an eclectic use of techniques under this umbrella.
Welcome! My name is Nicole Iredale, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. I work with clients ages 13 and up and specialize in adolescents, young adults, and adults of various backgrounds. My areas of focus include trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, mood disorders (e.g., Bipolar Disorder), working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and Borderline Personality Disorder. My preferred theoretical approaches include DBT, CBT, and trauma-informed therapy, with an eclectic use of techniques under this umbrella.
Rachael Dupree-Beynon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Snyder, TX 79549 (Online Only)
As a marriage and family therapist specializing in young adults, I am here to help you navigate various challenges, including relationship issues, life transitions, and personal growth. My goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where you can explore your experiences and discover your strengths. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and committed to offering compassionate, understanding care to all clients.
As a marriage and family therapist specializing in young adults, I am here to help you navigate various challenges, including relationship issues, life transitions, and personal growth. My goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where you can explore your experiences and discover your strengths. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and committed to offering compassionate, understanding care to all clients.
Daniel J. Latham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79603
Therapy can sometimes be hard work, but it should also be rewarding and fun! My ideal client is looking for a collaborator/consultant- you are the expert in your own life; I want to reflect, help identify priorities, challenge, and offer new perspectives. I specialize in individual and couples' therapy, with special interests in academic and career progress, dilemmas of meaning and purpose, problematic family dynamics, sexual orientation and gender identity concepts, navigating ethical nonmonogamy, and negotiation and conflict resolution. I have a passion for destigmatizing mental health and advocating for wider access to services.
Therapy can sometimes be hard work, but it should also be rewarding and fun! My ideal client is looking for a collaborator/consultant- you are the expert in your own life; I want to reflect, help identify priorities, challenge, and offer new perspectives. I specialize in individual and couples' therapy, with special interests in academic and career progress, dilemmas of meaning and purpose, problematic family dynamics, sexual orientation and gender identity concepts, navigating ethical nonmonogamy, and negotiation and conflict resolution. I have a passion for destigmatizing mental health and advocating for wider access to services.
Stuck and not sure where to turn or who to talk to? Take a deep breath and start here. We all have stress in our lives. For some of us, it is juggling a job and a family, while for others, just getting through the day, minute by minute, can seem impossible. I'm here for all of it. I'm here for you.
Stuck and not sure where to turn or who to talk to? Take a deep breath and start here. We all have stress in our lives. For some of us, it is juggling a job and a family, while for others, just getting through the day, minute by minute, can seem impossible. I'm here for all of it. I'm here for you.
Rachel Graves
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79606
Waitlist for new clients
My orientation toward therapy is grounded in a humanistic perspective that holds individuals are inherently motivated toward well-being and self-actualization. Given a safe and supportive environment, I believe, most individuals embrace opportunities and insight to work toward changing negative patterns in their lives and to find hope and healing. From an advocacy orientation, we will utilize empowerment strategies and identify external barriers that inhibit individual development and self-advocacy skills and work through traumatic experiences and impacts from life experiences to return you to healthy functioning.
My orientation toward therapy is grounded in a humanistic perspective that holds individuals are inherently motivated toward well-being and self-actualization. Given a safe and supportive environment, I believe, most individuals embrace opportunities and insight to work toward changing negative patterns in their lives and to find hope and healing. From an advocacy orientation, we will utilize empowerment strategies and identify external barriers that inhibit individual development and self-advocacy skills and work through traumatic experiences and impacts from life experiences to return you to healthy functioning.
I enjoy people. I believe that people are people and all people struggle at times. I find it exciting and rewarding to help people who struggle with addiction and are ready to take back control of their lives, and the families that love them. I also work with families that want to communicate better and learn how to live more harmoniously in their lives while still meeting all family members' needs. I specialize in military resilience and addiction.
I enjoy people. I believe that people are people and all people struggle at times. I find it exciting and rewarding to help people who struggle with addiction and are ready to take back control of their lives, and the families that love them. I also work with families that want to communicate better and learn how to live more harmoniously in their lives while still meeting all family members' needs. I specialize in military resilience and addiction.
Angeles Ibarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79601 (Online Only)
My hope is to offer a space for you to experience life changing therapy where mind, body, and soul meet. A safe, comfortable space that fosters an atmosphere free of judgment and shame, where growth and transformation can happen. In an ever changing, uncertain world, there is comfort in having a sure place, and an objective voice. I wish to work with you to find the greatest version of you.
My hope is to offer a space for you to experience life changing therapy where mind, body, and soul meet. A safe, comfortable space that fosters an atmosphere free of judgment and shame, where growth and transformation can happen. In an ever changing, uncertain world, there is comfort in having a sure place, and an objective voice. I wish to work with you to find the greatest version of you.
Beyond the Bump Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79601
It's true that bumps in the road are part of life. For married couples, these bumps can become mountains if they aren't addressed. Women who are deciding about motherhood, trying to get pregnant, navigating pregnancy or facing postpartum issues often feel they are walking alone. Each of my clients deserve to move beyond their bumps and into a healthy place. The therapeutic bond is vital – a place to be you without judgment. We'll navigate your journey together. This is a place where your story matters. Let's embark on this journey as fellow travelers toward an authentic and purposeful life.
It's true that bumps in the road are part of life. For married couples, these bumps can become mountains if they aren't addressed. Women who are deciding about motherhood, trying to get pregnant, navigating pregnancy or facing postpartum issues often feel they are walking alone. Each of my clients deserve to move beyond their bumps and into a healthy place. The therapeutic bond is vital – a place to be you without judgment. We'll navigate your journey together. This is a place where your story matters. Let's embark on this journey as fellow travelers toward an authentic and purposeful life.
Laura Leedy
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Snyder, TX 79549
Do you struggle with "What if" and other scary thoughts? Do you feel like you're not enough, unlovable, unworthy, broken, overwhelmed, or unable to handle life's challenges? Do you ever feel like you should have done something differently? Do you feel alone in your struggles, like no one understands or supports you? Do you feel like you’ll never be free from the distress of your past trauma? You're in the right place, and there is hope. Reach out today and see how Life's Healing Journey, PLLC can help.
Do you struggle with "What if" and other scary thoughts? Do you feel like you're not enough, unlovable, unworthy, broken, overwhelmed, or unable to handle life's challenges? Do you ever feel like you should have done something differently? Do you feel alone in your struggles, like no one understands or supports you? Do you feel like you’ll never be free from the distress of your past trauma? You're in the right place, and there is hope. Reach out today and see how Life's Healing Journey, PLLC can help.
My name is Chelsea Kading and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Texas. As we continue to age, our lives become complex with many moving parts. Sometimes those moving parts feel overwhelming and can leave us frustrated, depressed, anxious, and sometimes wandering. I am here to help you address your mental health concerns with a patient-centered strength approach that is tailored to your needs. I offer face to face sessions in San Angelo TX and the surrounding area's of the Concho Valley and virtual sessions for those located in Texas. I am also currently accepting MSW interns as well as clinicians seeking clinical supervision
My name is Chelsea Kading and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Texas. As we continue to age, our lives become complex with many moving parts. Sometimes those moving parts feel overwhelming and can leave us frustrated, depressed, anxious, and sometimes wandering. I am here to help you address your mental health concerns with a patient-centered strength approach that is tailored to your needs. I offer face to face sessions in San Angelo TX and the surrounding area's of the Concho Valley and virtual sessions for those located in Texas. I am also currently accepting MSW interns as well as clinicians seeking clinical supervision
Amber Kennedy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTSI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79603
Waitlist for new clients
You face challenges each and every day. At times, these struggles get to a point when you can no longer handle or manage them. Some things in life are not meant to be faced by yourself, and that's where I come in. My passion is helping those who feel as though the weight of their struggles is too much and those who are in need of support in their life to make a change. Sometimes we all need a little help to get to where we would like to be.
You face challenges each and every day. At times, these struggles get to a point when you can no longer handle or manage them. Some things in life are not meant to be faced by yourself, and that's where I come in. My passion is helping those who feel as though the weight of their struggles is too much and those who are in need of support in their life to make a change. Sometimes we all need a little help to get to where we would like to be.
Bianca M. Farmer
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79605
As humans, we will inevitably go through many life changes and events. Sometimes, those experiences can affect us in many different ways. You may experience moments of happiness, sadness, anger, or hopelessness. Some of these feelings, in turn, may impact how you view yourself as well as the world around you. Although you may be able to navigate through some of your emotions on your own, there may be times when you feel as if you need more assistance. It is okay to not be okay. It's also okay to seek help. I truly enjoy working with individuals and helping them cultivate peace within themselves and in their lives in general.
As humans, we will inevitably go through many life changes and events. Sometimes, those experiences can affect us in many different ways. You may experience moments of happiness, sadness, anger, or hopelessness. Some of these feelings, in turn, may impact how you view yourself as well as the world around you. Although you may be able to navigate through some of your emotions on your own, there may be times when you feel as if you need more assistance. It is okay to not be okay. It's also okay to seek help. I truly enjoy working with individuals and helping them cultivate peace within themselves and in their lives in general.
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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.