LGBTQ+ Therapists in Bloomington, IL

Denise Goff is a person-centered, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in helping to facilitate positive change in clients who have mental health concerns and/or addiction problems. She received her Master's Degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from Illinois State University in Normal, IL. She also specializes in addictions as a Certified Supervisor of Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CSADC) and a Problem and Compulsive Gambling Counselor (PCGC). She has worked in a community mental health center, and both inpatient and outpatient addiction recovery settings.

I want to start by saying I’m proud of you. It takes a lot of bravery to seek help. It may not feel that way, and your brain may be saying “yeah, but…”. However, you cannot have bravery without being afraid. I enjoy working with clients from ages 8 and up. I am affirming of LGBTQIA + identities. I am experienced in working with: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, gender identity, grief, adjustment disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, domestic abuse, and communication concerns. As a therapist, I can help you find routes to success, to growth, to healing. It’s okay to feel lost. You aren’t alone.

Life is a complicated journey, and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to walk with my clients as they navigate relationships, self esteem, life transitions, losses and change. My practice focuses on helping adults resolve difficult life experiences, whether from childhood or from the challenges of daily life or the inevitable transitions and changes of life as we grow older. I believe that therapy can help people break out of the set patterns of thinking and feeling that restrict us from living our life to our highest potential.

I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, job stress, self-esteem issues, family conflict, trauma, codependency, burnout, and life changes /transitions. I also specialize in working with clients who have experienced or are experiencing racism-based trauma, foster care, adoption, difficulty setting boundaries, and relationship challenges.

I am a sex-positive, LGBTQIA affirmative, polyamory friendly, and kink aware therapist. My approach to therapy is fundamentally collaborative and affirming. I am here to meet you where you're at so we can make steps down your personal path together. I want to help you to better understand your own feelings, thoughts, behaviors, and means of coping to move you toward feeling more like your authentic self.

Life is too short to spend so much time letting trauma control us and not living our truest self. I believe therapy can help you work through emotional pain, find purpose, develop better relationships with yourself and others, and make important life changes.

You appear to have all your shit together on the outside, but you are a mess on the inside. You don’t tell how you really feel for fear of judgment. You continue wearing the mask of perfection and you are exhausted. You ask yourself, "What am I doing wrong? Why is my best never good enough?" You want to believe God has a plan for you, but you're not even sure you believe in God anymore. I assure you, it is no just you. This struggle is real for EveryBody. “After years in "the struggle," I know there is hope, but you can’t find it on your own. I look forward to hearing from you about ways I can help.

I enjoy working with teens [14+] and adults, but especially love working with the college-age population. I also have a passion for working with people who have experienced complex trauma and people with physical disabilities and other marginalized/misunderstood groups.

Life is full of challenges, but having someone to talk to and help identify your strengths can make all the difference. As a therapist, I am here to foster a safe space that allows you to move toward positive change and personal growth. I will listen in a nonjudgmental way, offer support, and help you feel empowered to become your best self. Using the process of psychotherapy, we will delve into your inner world, explore what truly matters most to you, and identify the unique strengths you possess to move toward achieving your goals.

Life can present many challenges including school and work stress, relationship issues, parenting struggles, and health concerns. It is not uncommon to experience stress, confusion, anxiety, and a sense of hopelessness during these times. Counseling can be a helpful way to develop the emotional resources needed to cope with these challenges and aid you in recovering joy and enthusiasm.

My empathetic approach meets the individual where they are, to explore their concerns without shame, guilt, or judgment. Everyone faces challenges and difficult times in their life. The way we receive information from the people, places, and things in our environment is rooted in experience, belief systems, and our personality. We respond and interact with others based on our defined relationship with ourselves and our experiences. My goal is to create a safe environment, to cultivate an authentic relationship with yourself. We will work together to develop attainable treatment goals based on your needs and wants.

I have seen the positive healing effects of counseling not only in my personal life, but in the life of my clients. Everyone is unique and has their own highs and lows, and I love being with people when they are in both spaces. I want everyone that I work with to feel like they are understood, heard, and that they matter. I strive to be able to provide a space for everyone to grow into their best self.

Are you lonely and feel like "no one understands me"? Are you trying to navigate school, jobs, relationships, and identity while struggling with anxiety or depression at the same time? I'm a licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years experience, and my priority as a therapist is to help you feel seen and heard through genuine connection. I believe in working together to help you gain insight and highlight your innate abilities to navigate depression, anxiety, life transition, grief and loss, identity issues or any other struggle you may be dealing with.

I understand that taking the first step and reaching out for help and support is challenging, now more than ever. I believe that making your Mental Health a priority is the key to your overall wellness and happiness. It is very important to me to provide a judgment free, supportive environment where you can focus on just that, your overall wellness and goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist actively licensed in both Illinois and California. I have extensive experience with a wide array of clientele.

I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in successful therapy. I view our relationship as collaborative. You will always be the expert on you and I bring my background, training, and 20+ years of experience to help you approach life in a different way. My approach is equity minded valuing an interpersonal style that will keep you and your needs as the priority. I utilize a variety of techniques and theories to meet your needs in a straightforward, welcoming, and inclusive environment. In our shared space, you will be heard and validated.

(Email is the best way to reach me and I currently only have limited day time availability on Mondays and Tuesdays.) Hi, I’m MacKenzie Jones, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I’ve been working in the mental health field for 9 years. I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced trauma or distressing life events.