LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Oak Lawn, IL
My name is Elisa Lee, LCPC and I provide counseling services for individuals, families and couples. I connect clients with psychiatry services via Telehealth within 48 hours. I work diligently to match clients in order to stabilize and manage their mental health needs. I also counsel and utilize CBT and reality therapy. I also integrate Mindfulness in therapy to enhance awareness of one's self. When working with minors, I incoorporate the family unit. Please give me a call to inquire further about our services and I can best help you with your psychological needs.
My name is Elisa Lee, LCPC and I provide counseling services for individuals, families and couples. I connect clients with psychiatry services via Telehealth within 48 hours. I work diligently to match clients in order to stabilize and manage their mental health needs. I also counsel and utilize CBT and reality therapy. I also integrate Mindfulness in therapy to enhance awareness of one's self. When working with minors, I incoorporate the family unit. Please give me a call to inquire further about our services and I can best help you with your psychological needs.
My focus is primarily with adolescents and adults, inclusive of individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and/or stress from daily life challenges and changes.
I offer an eclectic approach that is tailored to the individual client because your last concern with therapy should be to attempt to fit into a prewritten mold. I do, however draw a lot of my approach from cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and mindfulness based approaches.
My focus is primarily with adolescents and adults, inclusive of individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and/or stress from daily life challenges and changes.
I offer an eclectic approach that is tailored to the individual client because your last concern with therapy should be to attempt to fit into a prewritten mold. I do, however draw a lot of my approach from cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and mindfulness based approaches.
Struggling to communicate with a loved one? Having trouble sleeping? Can’t seem to find the motivation to complete daily tasks? Various challenges in life can lead us to feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or BOTH. Therapy can provide a safe space to process, cope, and heal. In life, we may struggle to see how our environments, upbringing, relationships and lifestyle impact our mental health. While other times, we may lack the appropriate self-tools to change our own dynamics. Therapy empowers us to be more self-aware and protective of our mental wellness.
Struggling to communicate with a loved one? Having trouble sleeping? Can’t seem to find the motivation to complete daily tasks? Various challenges in life can lead us to feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or BOTH. Therapy can provide a safe space to process, cope, and heal. In life, we may struggle to see how our environments, upbringing, relationships and lifestyle impact our mental health. While other times, we may lack the appropriate self-tools to change our own dynamics. Therapy empowers us to be more self-aware and protective of our mental wellness.
LGBTQ+ clients are fully affirmed, and all identities and life experiences are embraced.
Therapy with me is a conversation, plain and simple. You and I can sit together and untangle the thoughts and feelings that have been building up, one small piece at a time. I’m not here to judge or tell you what to do. I’m here to help you understand what’s going on and feel at home again in your mind and body. You can come as you are. I have advanced training in anxiety and panic disorder treatment, which means I specialize in working with people who suffer from panic attacks, intrusive thoughts and constant worries.
LGBTQ+ clients are fully affirmed, and all identities and life experiences are embraced.
Therapy with me is a conversation, plain and simple. You and I can sit together and untangle the thoughts and feelings that have been building up, one small piece at a time. I’m not here to judge or tell you what to do. I’m here to help you understand what’s going on and feel at home again in your mind and body. You can come as you are. I have advanced training in anxiety and panic disorder treatment, which means I specialize in working with people who suffer from panic attacks, intrusive thoughts and constant worries.
I am a queer and trans-identified therapist licensed in Illinois, Ohio, Wisconsin, Iowa, Delaware, & California.
Very few of us were given the tools and affirmation needed to navigate sex, identity, and relationships, despite these things being a fundamental part of our humanity. I am a sex & relationship therapist passionate about reducing sexual shame, fostering a lens of curiosity and self-acceptance in sexuality, building a sense of playfulness and confidence, developing a personal acumen of sexual values, and unlearning messages of sex-negative cultures. Here are some of the topics that often come up in sex & relationship therapy with the folks I work with:
I am a queer and trans-identified therapist licensed in Illinois, Ohio, Wisconsin, Iowa, Delaware, & California.
Very few of us were given the tools and affirmation needed to navigate sex, identity, and relationships, despite these things being a fundamental part of our humanity. I am a sex & relationship therapist passionate about reducing sexual shame, fostering a lens of curiosity and self-acceptance in sexuality, building a sense of playfulness and confidence, developing a personal acumen of sexual values, and unlearning messages of sex-negative cultures. Here are some of the topics that often come up in sex & relationship therapy with the folks I work with:
I've had the honor of working with queer, poly, and transgender folks for over four years.
So much of our identities, the things that we love, and parts of our bodies and brains are incongruent. But it’s these silly clashes, contradictions, and question marks of life that make us who we are.
My question to you; Who do you want to be?
I am an affirming and direct therapist, who’ll tell you how it is, and how it isn’t. I like to hold two truths; making space for understanding and accountability in session. With this mindset, we can show attention and care toward your experiences, while still leaving room for agency and growth.
I've had the honor of working with queer, poly, and transgender folks for over four years.
So much of our identities, the things that we love, and parts of our bodies and brains are incongruent. But it’s these silly clashes, contradictions, and question marks of life that make us who we are.
My question to you; Who do you want to be?
I am an affirming and direct therapist, who’ll tell you how it is, and how it isn’t. I like to hold two truths; making space for understanding and accountability in session. With this mindset, we can show attention and care toward your experiences, while still leaving room for agency and growth.
At Mindful Healing Counseling, we are committed to providing inclusive, affirming, compassionate, and exceptional care to help you create meaningful and long-lasting change. Our dedicated and experienced therapists have a passion for helping people work through the uncomfortable feelings and thoughts that can arise with feelings of anxiety, stress, depression, conflicts in relationships, struggling to find one’s identity, the demands of motherhood, neurodiversity, or working through one of the many challenges life can bring.
At Mindful Healing Counseling, we are committed to providing inclusive, affirming, compassionate, and exceptional care to help you create meaningful and long-lasting change. Our dedicated and experienced therapists have a passion for helping people work through the uncomfortable feelings and thoughts that can arise with feelings of anxiety, stress, depression, conflicts in relationships, struggling to find one’s identity, the demands of motherhood, neurodiversity, or working through one of the many challenges life can bring.
Get Solutions Fast - Find rapid change Friendly counselor with 35 years in the mental health and 20+ years in independent private practice. I help individuals, teens, kids and couples find forever changes that will make your life better!
I have a special interested in helping folks with anxiety and stress causing them difficulty finding success in work / life / and relationships. Check out my website, Instagram and blog posts for more information.
Get Solutions Fast - Find rapid change Friendly counselor with 35 years in the mental health and 20+ years in independent private practice. I help individuals, teens, kids and couples find forever changes that will make your life better!
I have a special interested in helping folks with anxiety and stress causing them difficulty finding success in work / life / and relationships. Check out my website, Instagram and blog posts for more information.
Change is an inevitable part of life, bringing both joy and challenges. During times of change, it is common to experience feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, depression, and sadness. My approach to therapy emphasizes understanding the whole person and their unique experiences in the world.
Change is an inevitable part of life, bringing both joy and challenges. During times of change, it is common to experience feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, depression, and sadness. My approach to therapy emphasizes understanding the whole person and their unique experiences in the world.
I specialize in working with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, LGBTQIA+ experiences, and personal growth.
My approach to therapy is client-centered, warm, and approachable. I believe each person brings a unique set of life experiences into the therapeutic process, and I tailor treatment to meet your specific needs and goals.
I specialize in working with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, LGBTQIA+ experiences, and personal growth.
My approach to therapy is client-centered, warm, and approachable. I believe each person brings a unique set of life experiences into the therapeutic process, and I tailor treatment to meet your specific needs and goals.
Accepting New Clients! Are you ready to begin your healing journey? My goal is to support you in your journey by meeting you where you are and assisting you in becoming the best version of yourself as we work together in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
Accepting New Clients! Are you ready to begin your healing journey? My goal is to support you in your journey by meeting you where you are and assisting you in becoming the best version of yourself as we work together in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
I am trauma-informed and LGBTQ affirming.
My life journey has taught me the importance of embracing the pain, identifying lessons and moving beyond the turmoil. And, oh is that difficult, however, with patience, hard work and prayer all things can shift. I carry this motto while counseling clients, educating students and advocating for justice.
I am trauma-informed and LGBTQ affirming.
My life journey has taught me the importance of embracing the pain, identifying lessons and moving beyond the turmoil. And, oh is that difficult, however, with patience, hard work and prayer all things can shift. I carry this motto while counseling clients, educating students and advocating for justice.
Over the past 10 years I've worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups in various settings including private practice, hospitals, residential, and community mental health centers. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults working through day to day stressors, processing past experiences, and in need of symptom management.
Over the past 10 years I've worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups in various settings including private practice, hospitals, residential, and community mental health centers. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults working through day to day stressors, processing past experiences, and in need of symptom management.
The Center for Psychological Services is dedicated to assisting adults, adolescents, and children to achieve their goals and thrive at each stage of life. We view problems as opportunities for change. Our treatment approach is grounded in our respect for the strong link between mind and body, and proven therapeutic methodologies tailored to each person's unique needs, circumstances, and goals. We assist you in making desired changes in practical ways that will have lasting results. Due to the wide variety of therapists at our center, we cover about 90% of the specialties below.
The Center for Psychological Services is dedicated to assisting adults, adolescents, and children to achieve their goals and thrive at each stage of life. We view problems as opportunities for change. Our treatment approach is grounded in our respect for the strong link between mind and body, and proven therapeutic methodologies tailored to each person's unique needs, circumstances, and goals. We assist you in making desired changes in practical ways that will have lasting results. Due to the wide variety of therapists at our center, we cover about 90% of the specialties below.
For the past 12 years, I enjoyed working with people seeking supportive services such as counseling and mental health referrals. While working with people in therapy, I utilize a strengths-based approach. I believe in meeting people where they are and providing educational as well as open social support with mental health needs. My goal is to help people express their thoughts/feelings and develop healthy coping mechanisms along with giving support. I work with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and adults in counseling. I have a specialty in treating anxiety as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP).
For the past 12 years, I enjoyed working with people seeking supportive services such as counseling and mental health referrals. While working with people in therapy, I utilize a strengths-based approach. I believe in meeting people where they are and providing educational as well as open social support with mental health needs. My goal is to help people express their thoughts/feelings and develop healthy coping mechanisms along with giving support. I work with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and adults in counseling. I have a specialty in treating anxiety as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP).
As a bilingual LCSW, I believe individuals have innate strengths and the capacity for meaningful change. I help clients identify challenges and build skills that promote resilience and independence. I provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed care, conduct mental health assessments, and connect clients to resources such as substance use treatment, domestic violence services, and crisis support. My work is grounded in compassion, advocacy, and trusted collaboration.
As a bilingual LCSW, I believe individuals have innate strengths and the capacity for meaningful change. I help clients identify challenges and build skills that promote resilience and independence. I provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed care, conduct mental health assessments, and connect clients to resources such as substance use treatment, domestic violence services, and crisis support. My work is grounded in compassion, advocacy, and trusted collaboration.
Even with everything you’ve been through, you’ve kept showing up—with strength, with heart. You’ve faced what felt impossible, supported others even when you were running on empty, felt isolated in your situation, and kept going. You’ve taken some big chances, made some of your dreams happen, and built strong connections with people you care about. You already have what you need—the insight, the tools—to keep growing into your full self, even when family, work, society, or untold parts of your story have made the journey harder.
Even with everything you’ve been through, you’ve kept showing up—with strength, with heart. You’ve faced what felt impossible, supported others even when you were running on empty, felt isolated in your situation, and kept going. You’ve taken some big chances, made some of your dreams happen, and built strong connections with people you care about. You already have what you need—the insight, the tools—to keep growing into your full self, even when family, work, society, or untold parts of your story have made the journey harder.
I earned a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University in 2005, and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Health Service Management from Keller Business School of Management in 2013. I am a License Clinical Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults and families. I provide individual, family, marital, and group counseling to clients in the community outpatient clinics, hospitals, and in the home. I specialize in person centered care utilizing clients' strengths in overcoming barriers and emotional distress.
I earned a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University in 2005, and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Health Service Management from Keller Business School of Management in 2013. I am a License Clinical Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults and families. I provide individual, family, marital, and group counseling to clients in the community outpatient clinics, hospitals, and in the home. I specialize in person centered care utilizing clients' strengths in overcoming barriers and emotional distress.
We can't add days to our life, but we can add life to our days. This quote has stuck with me in my work because therapy isn't about creating a perfect life, but helping you experience the most of it.
I have a commitment to providing a collaborative relationship. You are the expert in your life and I'm here to help you better understand yourself while you navigate life's challenges. I will be there to celebrate your progress and gently challenge you to move toward your goals
We can't add days to our life, but we can add life to our days. This quote has stuck with me in my work because therapy isn't about creating a perfect life, but helping you experience the most of it.
I have a commitment to providing a collaborative relationship. You are the expert in your life and I'm here to help you better understand yourself while you navigate life's challenges. I will be there to celebrate your progress and gently challenge you to move toward your goals
Making that first phone call is a difficult step. I assure you that I will provide you with warm, supportive professional help. It has been my goal for over 30 years to help people through a learning/healing process that can lead to lasting change and a happier life. I work hard to provide each person with a comfortable and safe environment, which
enables trust and communication to flourish.
Making that first phone call is a difficult step. I assure you that I will provide you with warm, supportive professional help. It has been my goal for over 30 years to help people through a learning/healing process that can lead to lasting change and a happier life. I work hard to provide each person with a comfortable and safe environment, which
enables trust and communication to flourish.
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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.