Therapists in Bellevue, WA
Michelle Hillar
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
I am a special population consultant in the LGBTQ+ community, with training, ongoing consultations and classes.
Currently accepting new clients. Welcome! I have been working in the mental health field for many years, mostly devoted to helping treat anxiety, depression, and family issues. Mental health issues can be frightening and exhausting to deal with, so we will create goals for you to successfully achieve based on your own strengths. I believe we all have the ability within us to help heal our scars, pain, or trauma. We will work together to tap into this potential.
I am a special population consultant in the LGBTQ+ community, with training, ongoing consultations and classes.
Currently accepting new clients. Welcome! I have been working in the mental health field for many years, mostly devoted to helping treat anxiety, depression, and family issues. Mental health issues can be frightening and exhausting to deal with, so we will create goals for you to successfully achieve based on your own strengths. I believe we all have the ability within us to help heal our scars, pain, or trauma. We will work together to tap into this potential.
Christine Davis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98006
My multicultural feminist training includes anti-racism work, LGBTQ+ allyship, and workplace burnout prevention.
Now Accepting New Clients! I am a psychotherapist for And Still We Rise under the supervision of Dr. Natasha Holmes. I hold a Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology from Texas Woman's University. in Denton, Texas, I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy, and that we all deserve to have a space to learn about ourselves and our relationships. I believe my clients are experts on themselves, and feel honored each time a client chooses to work with me as they grow and heal. I have a strong passion for sexual violence prevention and survivor support.
My multicultural feminist training includes anti-racism work, LGBTQ+ allyship, and workplace burnout prevention.
Now Accepting New Clients! I am a psychotherapist for And Still We Rise under the supervision of Dr. Natasha Holmes. I hold a Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology from Texas Woman's University. in Denton, Texas, I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy, and that we all deserve to have a space to learn about ourselves and our relationships. I believe my clients are experts on themselves, and feel honored each time a client chooses to work with me as they grow and heal. I have a strong passion for sexual violence prevention and survivor support.
Melissa McCargar
Counselor, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
As a queer woman I am passionate about inclusivity, equity, and justice by centering the voices and experiences of marginalized people.
Now Accepting New Clients! I am a psychotherapist for And Still We Rise. I hold a Masters in Social Work from Texas State University. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where clients are the experts in their own experiences, and that there are no one size fits all solutions. I understand it is important to focus on underserved communities, and I am dedicated to providing a safe, affirming space where individuals feel supported. To achieve this, my approach to therapy is evidence-based and centered in equity and justice.
As a queer woman I am passionate about inclusivity, equity, and justice by centering the voices and experiences of marginalized people.
Now Accepting New Clients! I am a psychotherapist for And Still We Rise. I hold a Masters in Social Work from Texas State University. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where clients are the experts in their own experiences, and that there are no one size fits all solutions. I understand it is important to focus on underserved communities, and I am dedicated to providing a safe, affirming space where individuals feel supported. To achieve this, my approach to therapy is evidence-based and centered in equity and justice.
Rebecca Barnett
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005
I have experience working with ADHD and autism, I love working with neurodiverse clients, LGBTQIA+, anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, childhood emotional neglect, divorce, grief, and loss.
Welcome to a nurturing space where you need not face life's challenges alone. I understand the weight of worst-case scenarios and the drowning out of reason. Life transitions can be daunting, especially if you deviate from the heteronormative path. My approach is warm, laid-back, and compassionate. Our work is based on trust, respect, and your goals.
I have experience working with ADHD and autism, I love working with neurodiverse clients, LGBTQIA+, anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, childhood emotional neglect, divorce, grief, and loss.
Welcome to a nurturing space where you need not face life's challenges alone. I understand the weight of worst-case scenarios and the drowning out of reason. Life transitions can be daunting, especially if you deviate from the heteronormative path. My approach is warm, laid-back, and compassionate. Our work is based on trust, respect, and your goals.
Jenn Hornbeck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma treatment, LGBTQIA+ mental health therapy, and gender-affirming mental health therapy.
Your needs and challenges are unique to you and I am here to help support you in finding a pathway to healing. My approach to therapy is strengths-based and maintains that each person is the expert on their own lives. I use a trauma-informed approach to assess the individual needs of each person I work with. Additionally, I utilize the person-in-environment theory, which emphasizes that one’s environment plays a crucial role in their mental health and overall wellbeing. I will share with you the tools you need to succeed and provide you with support along the way.
I specialize in trauma treatment, LGBTQIA+ mental health therapy, and gender-affirming mental health therapy.
Your needs and challenges are unique to you and I am here to help support you in finding a pathway to healing. My approach to therapy is strengths-based and maintains that each person is the expert on their own lives. I use a trauma-informed approach to assess the individual needs of each person I work with. Additionally, I utilize the person-in-environment theory, which emphasizes that one’s environment plays a crucial role in their mental health and overall wellbeing. I will share with you the tools you need to succeed and provide you with support along the way.
David Han
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
David (he/him) is a licensed psychotherapist (LMHC) in the state of Washington. David primarily works with adolescents (16+), adults including individuals and couples, and LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples who are dealing with a variety of issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, performance anxiety, low self-esteem, identity integration, relational conflicts, sexual identity, and comorbidity. David also provides integrated treatment for individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders within a collaborative team of medication prescribers and/or primary care physicians.
David (he/him) is a licensed psychotherapist (LMHC) in the state of Washington. David primarily works with adolescents (16+), adults including individuals and couples, and LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples who are dealing with a variety of issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, performance anxiety, low self-esteem, identity integration, relational conflicts, sexual identity, and comorbidity. David also provides integrated treatment for individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders within a collaborative team of medication prescribers and/or primary care physicians.
Feng Qiu
Counselor, LMHC, MC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
I have 6 years of experience working with people on trauma, depression, anxiety and relationships, including family, same-sex, cross-cultural, poly relationships. I value a lot working with people from the LGBTQ+ community and diverse cultural background. Traumatic experience comes in many looks. Trauma can be anything painful that you experienced in life, and still impacts your life currently. Sometimes without proper resources and appropriate support, trauma can bring a lot of emotional suffering and damage to your quality of life.
I have 6 years of experience working with people on trauma, depression, anxiety and relationships, including family, same-sex, cross-cultural, poly relationships. I value a lot working with people from the LGBTQ+ community and diverse cultural background. Traumatic experience comes in many looks. Trauma can be anything painful that you experienced in life, and still impacts your life currently. Sometimes without proper resources and appropriate support, trauma can bring a lot of emotional suffering and damage to your quality of life.
Sarah Hawthorne
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
I work with the LGBTQ+ communities, people of color, and children of immigrants.
"Let your hopes, not your hurts, shape your future" ~ Robert H. Schuller. I am here to support you in working towards realizing your hopes. I believe that there is healing in addressing the hard issues in a safe and supportive space. I strive to provide that space to my clients. I work with you to support you in creating and building the life and relationships that you want. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families utilizing this belief system. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, warm, and direct.
I work with the LGBTQ+ communities, people of color, and children of immigrants.
"Let your hopes, not your hurts, shape your future" ~ Robert H. Schuller. I am here to support you in working towards realizing your hopes. I believe that there is healing in addressing the hard issues in a safe and supportive space. I strive to provide that space to my clients. I work with you to support you in creating and building the life and relationships that you want. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families utilizing this belief system. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, warm, and direct.
Serena Stark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
Serena’s areas of focus include gender-based violence, eating disorders (including ARFID), LGBTQ+ related struggles, and autism spectrum disorder. Serena also focuses on the commonly co-occurring experiences such as depression and anxiety. She uses a trauma-informed and feminist theory based approach in her sessions with clients.
Serena’s areas of focus include gender-based violence, eating disorders (including ARFID), LGBTQ+ related struggles, and autism spectrum disorder. Serena also focuses on the commonly co-occurring experiences such as depression and anxiety. She uses a trauma-informed and feminist theory based approach in her sessions with clients.
Dani Bohbot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
I identity as LGBTQIA+ and work closely with my community.
Do you have anxious thoughts that keep you on a loop that spirals and feels exhausting? Maybe you struggle with indecision and confidence in your life. Anxiety shows up in many ways and without realizing it we often find ourselves coping in ways that distance us from who we are. Maybe that looks like avoiding social situations, obsessive thinking and actions, disorder eating, or perfectionism. Or maybe you find yourself exhausted first thing in the morning and struggle to get out of bed. Depression can feel like an invisible rain cloud following only you around, leading to feeling alone, hopeless, and angry at life.
I identity as LGBTQIA+ and work closely with my community.
Do you have anxious thoughts that keep you on a loop that spirals and feels exhausting? Maybe you struggle with indecision and confidence in your life. Anxiety shows up in many ways and without realizing it we often find ourselves coping in ways that distance us from who we are. Maybe that looks like avoiding social situations, obsessive thinking and actions, disorder eating, or perfectionism. Or maybe you find yourself exhausted first thing in the morning and struggle to get out of bed. Depression can feel like an invisible rain cloud following only you around, leading to feeling alone, hopeless, and angry at life.
Jesse Tyler Marshall
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005
I have particular expertise in working with clients identified in the LGBTQIA+, alternative, and sexually diverse communities.
I earned my MA in Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University Seattle. I believe that having a safe and calm space through which we can explore ourselves and our identity can provide an increased level of understanding as well as new ways through which we can interact with the world around us. At the core of my therapeutic approach is the belief that our thoughts and actions form to meet a need based on the context of our experiences and our body’s responses, and that by understanding the individual and systemic context in which we live we can find new ways of meeting our needs.
I have particular expertise in working with clients identified in the LGBTQIA+, alternative, and sexually diverse communities.
I earned my MA in Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University Seattle. I believe that having a safe and calm space through which we can explore ourselves and our identity can provide an increased level of understanding as well as new ways through which we can interact with the world around us. At the core of my therapeutic approach is the belief that our thoughts and actions form to meet a need based on the context of our experiences and our body’s responses, and that by understanding the individual and systemic context in which we live we can find new ways of meeting our needs.
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Counselor, MPS, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
I have additional training in DBT, Internal Family Systems, Art Therapy, Mindfulness, and LGBTQ issues.
Join our waitlist to begin therapy in September 2023. I am the owner and Supervisor at Creative Expressions. I believe the therapeutic relationship is valuable in making change. I focus on getting to know the way you experience yourself, your world, and others around you. The systems we exist in provide varying degrees of privilege and oppression, each of which can have significant impacts on how we relate to our selves and the world around us. I aim to help you explore and gain insight in order to make meaningful changes. I value compassion, equity, creativity, humor, and honesty in my work with clients.
I have additional training in DBT, Internal Family Systems, Art Therapy, Mindfulness, and LGBTQ issues.
Join our waitlist to begin therapy in September 2023. I am the owner and Supervisor at Creative Expressions. I believe the therapeutic relationship is valuable in making change. I focus on getting to know the way you experience yourself, your world, and others around you. The systems we exist in provide varying degrees of privilege and oppression, each of which can have significant impacts on how we relate to our selves and the world around us. I aim to help you explore and gain insight in order to make meaningful changes. I value compassion, equity, creativity, humor, and honesty in my work with clients.
Mary West Brandenburg
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
I am well acquainted with the issues of depression/bipolar, anxieties and fears, obsessive compulsive disorder, sexual abuse, healthy sexuality, LGBTQ issues, empty nest, life transitions, grief and loss, recovery, addiction and the brain, codependency, cancer (survivor!), inner child work, conflict and communication issues, divorce, blended and intact families.
When I was a girl there was no one to tell my deepest darkest secrets. My life's work is to be a trusted, healing person to those in pain. My therapy room is many things: a confessional, a delivery room, a crucible, a place of radical honesty with a whole lot of grace. Most of all it is a safe place for you to tell your story, to find strength and hope, to cry, and to heal. I embrace a holistic approach which considers your spirit, mind, body, & community.
I am well acquainted with the issues of depression/bipolar, anxieties and fears, obsessive compulsive disorder, sexual abuse, healthy sexuality, LGBTQ issues, empty nest, life transitions, grief and loss, recovery, addiction and the brain, codependency, cancer (survivor!), inner child work, conflict and communication issues, divorce, blended and intact families.
When I was a girl there was no one to tell my deepest darkest secrets. My life's work is to be a trusted, healing person to those in pain. My therapy room is many things: a confessional, a delivery room, a crucible, a place of radical honesty with a whole lot of grace. Most of all it is a safe place for you to tell your story, to find strength and hope, to cry, and to heal. I embrace a holistic approach which considers your spirit, mind, body, & community.
Puget Sound Child and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CMHS, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
I enjoy working with children of all ages and backgrounds and am an LGBTQ and Gender Non-Conforming safe space.
My name is Sara, I am a LMFT and a Registered Play Therapist. I enjoy working closely with kids and families to help them reach their goals. I view your family and your child's problem in the context of their life and relationships. I take a comprehensive family system's approach, which is client centered and focused on the goals you bring to therapy. We will develop a comprehensive treatment plan, taking into consideration family history, health, educational goals/needs, living situation, and cultural aspects of your life. I encourage clients to work with family and/or supports throughout the therapeutic process.
I enjoy working with children of all ages and backgrounds and am an LGBTQ and Gender Non-Conforming safe space.
My name is Sara, I am a LMFT and a Registered Play Therapist. I enjoy working closely with kids and families to help them reach their goals. I view your family and your child's problem in the context of their life and relationships. I take a comprehensive family system's approach, which is client centered and focused on the goals you bring to therapy. We will develop a comprehensive treatment plan, taking into consideration family history, health, educational goals/needs, living situation, and cultural aspects of your life. I encourage clients to work with family and/or supports throughout the therapeutic process.
LightHeart Psychological Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
Securely request an appointment on our website: tinyurl.com/LHA-AppointmentRequest LightHeart provides therapy, medication management & assessment for children, adolescents & adults. We provide individual, family, and couples therapy. We work with all variety of concerns, including acute and chronic depression and anxiety, abuse & trauma, LGBTQ issues, conflicted relationships, & personality disorders. We also have experience working successfully with child behavioral problems.
Securely request an appointment on our website: tinyurl.com/LHA-AppointmentRequest LightHeart provides therapy, medication management & assessment for children, adolescents & adults. We provide individual, family, and couples therapy. We work with all variety of concerns, including acute and chronic depression and anxiety, abuse & trauma, LGBTQ issues, conflicted relationships, & personality disorders. We also have experience working successfully with child behavioral problems.
Karen MacQuivey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98008
Waitlist for new clients
I have taught Professional Ethics at the graduate level, have worked extensively with LGBTQ+, non-binary and straight individuals and couples, and my cat is older than my college graduate son.
Are you longing for a deeply connected relationship, a sense of personal direction and enlivenment? Perhaps you struggle with parenting concerns or ways to balance a busy life? I can offer spirited, steady guidance as you build clarity, motivation and momentum. Learn to develop and trust your intuitive wisdom...Become an excellent communicator...Practice new skills that enhance your capacity to find joy and chase your dreams. I want to hear your story...a new day is closer than you think.
I have taught Professional Ethics at the graduate level, have worked extensively with LGBTQ+, non-binary and straight individuals and couples, and my cat is older than my college graduate son.
Are you longing for a deeply connected relationship, a sense of personal direction and enlivenment? Perhaps you struggle with parenting concerns or ways to balance a busy life? I can offer spirited, steady guidance as you build clarity, motivation and momentum. Learn to develop and trust your intuitive wisdom...Become an excellent communicator...Practice new skills that enhance your capacity to find joy and chase your dreams. I want to hear your story...a new day is closer than you think.
Micheal Kane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, MSW, MA, LICSW, CTTS
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
Micheal Kane brings an empathetic, understanding, and supportive approach to individual, couples, and family therapy that specializes in the unique challenges that face people of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans.
Emotional pain distorts our view of the world. The longer our pain lasts, the more unhappy we become. Unlike a well meaning friend or relative, a therapist can consider your concerns from a fresh, objective, perspective. But a therapist will not solve your problems for you; he will guide you by listening, questioning and observing—- so that you can find your own answers when extreme unhappiness, overwhelming anxiety or fear, feelings of inadequacy and low self esteem, sexual problems, and traumatic events interfere with your life or relationships with others.
Micheal Kane brings an empathetic, understanding, and supportive approach to individual, couples, and family therapy that specializes in the unique challenges that face people of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans.
Emotional pain distorts our view of the world. The longer our pain lasts, the more unhappy we become. Unlike a well meaning friend or relative, a therapist can consider your concerns from a fresh, objective, perspective. But a therapist will not solve your problems for you; he will guide you by listening, questioning and observing—- so that you can find your own answers when extreme unhappiness, overwhelming anxiety or fear, feelings of inadequacy and low self esteem, sexual problems, and traumatic events interfere with your life or relationships with others.
Nathan Schmidt
DNP, ARNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
TRANS-Generational TRAUMA is at the ROOT of much of our suffering. We often develop maladaptive coping strategies and enact the same repeated dysfunctional patterns unconsciously until our insight/awareness increases. I work with clients who are interested in physical, spiritual, and psychological transformation. My clients have tried medication cocktails, endless hours of psychotherapy, and are still struggling with emotional distress. They are tired of the biochemical ONLY model and wish to be treated holistically to meet their individual needs. I focus on dietary improvement, gut healing, supplementation, and mindfulness.
TRANS-Generational TRAUMA is at the ROOT of much of our suffering. We often develop maladaptive coping strategies and enact the same repeated dysfunctional patterns unconsciously until our insight/awareness increases. I work with clients who are interested in physical, spiritual, and psychological transformation. My clients have tried medication cocktails, endless hours of psychotherapy, and are still struggling with emotional distress. They are tired of the biochemical ONLY model and wish to be treated holistically to meet their individual needs. I focus on dietary improvement, gut healing, supplementation, and mindfulness.
Ivy Beck
Counselor, MAEd, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
As a queer, sex-positive counselor, I welcome people of all identities, practices, and abilities to begin (or continue!) their healing journey with me.
Kudos to you for seeking help! It takes courage and self-awareness to know something needs to change in your life. I would be honored to be your counselor. Keep reading to see if we might be a good fit. I have experience working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, suicidal ideation, chronic pain, relationship issues, and parenting concerns.
As a queer, sex-positive counselor, I welcome people of all identities, practices, and abilities to begin (or continue!) their healing journey with me.
Kudos to you for seeking help! It takes courage and self-awareness to know something needs to change in your life. I would be honored to be your counselor. Keep reading to see if we might be a good fit. I have experience working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, suicidal ideation, chronic pain, relationship issues, and parenting concerns.
Kylani St. Clair
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCTP, RYT
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
As a counselor and wellness coach, I recognize that you are the expert of your own life and walk beside you to find answers and insight. I offer the following specialties: spiritual and cultural exploration, trauma healing, emotion regulation, career counseling, gender and sex identity exploration, stress and anxiety reduction, and mindfulness meditation, death planning and acceptance (among others!). I’m proud to work with clients from all cultural backgrounds, religions, and am LGBTQ-allied.
As a counselor and wellness coach, I recognize that you are the expert of your own life and walk beside you to find answers and insight. I offer the following specialties: spiritual and cultural exploration, trauma healing, emotion regulation, career counseling, gender and sex identity exploration, stress and anxiety reduction, and mindfulness meditation, death planning and acceptance (among others!). I’m proud to work with clients from all cultural backgrounds, religions, and am LGBTQ-allied.
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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.