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Laura Tatgenhorst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I identify as a
queer
, neurodivergent, artist and therapist.
The urge to not just exist, but to thrive is universally one of the toughest challenges that one can learn to navigate. It can be even harder when you may not feel equipped with the tools to prepare yourself for this massive endeavor. You may feel the need to mask, or hide your truest self in order to ‘get by’ and make things easier on yourself and others around you. I try to tell clients that they deserve to allow themselves to be the truest version of yourself, no matter what that may look like or what society may think. I am here to help guide you through the veil of uncertainty so that I can help you be your most authentic self.
Julleon Garrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
Verified
I am allied with and passionate about serving the needs of the
LGBTQIA
+ community and other marginalized groups including immigrant populations.
My ideal client comes from many walks of life. They are children, teenagers, and adults and present with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, relationship and family problems, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), school problems, and oppositional-defiant disorder. They all share a common need to be heard, empowered, and guided on the path of recovery. I provide evidence-based treatments tailored to the needs of my clients. I focus on strengths and capabilities rather than "illness."
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Caitlin Ruby Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed in a neurotypical world? Does everything you do feel harder than it’s ever been? Utilizing a therapy style crafted for each unique client, I will work with you to find a sense of purpose and connectedness. I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with neurodivergence, giftedness,
queer
identities, creativity, the arts, ADHD, ASD, boundaries, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and depression. I am passionate about not only learning skills and self-care, but also gaining insight and going deeper to find your own answers to your struggles and a greater connection and awareness of self.
Bespoke Healing
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We work with folks of all identities, but we specialize in offering
queer
, kink, poly, and gender-affirming therapy for
LGBTQ
+ folks and their loved ones.
Therapy is a space for big feelings, hard conversations, and laughing at ourselves when we can. We like to form connections with folks that feel supportive, brave, and most of all, REAL. At Bespoke Healing, we know therapy is going well when we see folks begin to step out in new ways and take risks to develop deeper bonds. We find it fruitful to explore how past traumas show up in current relationships, and our therapists are active in session as part of our relational style. We also help folks befriend their bodies as an important resource.
Marcus Leaks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a
LGBTQ
+ affirming therapist and particularly enjoy working with Black, Brown, Indigenous, and POC clients.
Searching for a therapist can be overwhelming, even more so when you are going through life challenges and have limited energy to spare. Therapy can provide a space for healing, clarity, and growth, and the relationship between therapist and client has been found to be the most important ingredient in that process. I approach my work with flexibility, compassion, and a deep respect for self-determination. I firmly believe you are the expert in your experience.
Jake Hogan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hi! My name is Jake. Therapy can be a great source of support when managing symptoms of anxiety, depression or ADHD. It also can be a place to engage in self-discovery, get support managing life changes, or to chart out a path for the future. I am a fully-licensed, trauma-informed therapist who works to provide care to a diverse group of clients. I have experience working with individual across many gender, racial, and sexual identities. I have particular experience working with men of all sexual orientations, as well as members of the
LGBTQ
+ community.
Steven Nakisher
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
He also specializes in working with the
LGBTQIA
+ community.
Dr. Steven Nakisher offers a practical approach in a supportive, yet challenging atmosphere to help clients gain insight, make lasting changes in life and "get out your own way". With over 25 years of experience, he works particularly well with people who have previously experienced therapy as unhelpful. Dr. Nakisher also works a business consultant to major corporations, improving business through human capital.
Edward Alderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you currently feeling stuck, frustrated, stressed or looking for meaning? Everyone feels these emotions at times but sometimes these feelings can get in the way of us achieving our goals and living our authentic lives. Do you identify with the
LGBTQ
community? We may feel an extra layer of stress or misunderstanding that others cannot fully comprehend. I understand how these feelings can impact a person, but I do understand that there is hope for tomorrow. Are you feeling these emotions in your relationship as well? These feelings can complicate a relationship as well and make us feel disconnected from our partner.
Filmore Foundation
Counselor, EdD, LCPC
Verified
Verified
ONLINE,
Queer
-Affirming, Multicultural Counseling. The therapist you NEED is not necessarily the one you WANT. Prior to becoming a Therapist and a Professor at Northern Illinois University, I was a homeless, drug-addicted (crack/heroin), sex-trafficking victim. Now I'm sure that probably sounds like a lot of information to reveal about myself but the truth is that I am a living example of how therapy, and hard work, can change your destiny and significantly improve the quality of your life. One of my secrets? Well, it's living your life authentically! Let me help show you how.
Jeffery L. Siddall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
I identify and affirm members of the
LGBTQ
+ communities.
I am a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor. I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University in Chicago in 2017. Along with my counseling education and skills, I had a successful first career working as a special education and traditional elementary teacher, reading specialist, and literacy staff developer. Recently, I worked in higher education as a doctorate level college professor for 18 years, at a community college teaching developmental and traditional English classes.
William Heard
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I primarily specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, change of life difficulties, and have strong experience working with
LGBTQIA
individuals. I find it really rewarding when we can chisel away at some of the automatic thoughts that may be clouding your experience or worsening your symptoms. I think it is important that the patient take the lead in therapy and utilize the time we have together in a way that makes sense to them based off of the difficulties they are experiencing. As such, I take a collaborative approach with my patients and welcome feedback that may make our work together more effective and enjoyable.
Patrick Frame
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I, originally, started my practice to expand on my experience with the intersection of trauma and the
LGBTQ
+ experience.
Update:(Current availability for Clinical Supervision) You are the expert on you. I am here to walk beside you as we increase your awareness, understanding, and insight of what has happened to you and the ways past traumatic experiences are currently affecting your life. Your brain adapted so that you could survive. Your current struggles may be from adaptations that no longer serve you. Together, we will develop this insight and engage in life changing, trauma informed, work. It is important that we, both, determine a good and ethical fit in our roles as client and therapist. Visit my websites' "About Your Therapist" tab for more.
Tim Judd
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am anti-racist,
queer
-allied, sex positive, poly-affirming, HAES-affirming.
Are you a member of the
LGBTQIA
community or an ally? Have you struggled to find a therapist who is engaging and focused on change? Are you a geek who feels unheard, over-diagnosed for your hobbies and passions, and enjoy creative endeavors like table-top RPGs, video games, and board games? I view my role as a lantern in the dark. It is challenging to walk around in the dark without any sense of direction before you find a lantern sitting on a stool. It is up to you to decide to pick up the lantern, to use it to guide your path through the dark, walk the path, overcome the barriers before you, and find mental wellness.
Rich Jentzen LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Who you are… straight,
transgender
,
bisexual
,
lesbian
,
gay
,
queer
, genderqueer, questioning… is an essential part of our work together. I welcome your whole self, supporting traditional and non-traditional families: blended, multiracial, multigenerational, foster, poly, leather, and members of kink communities. Therapy promotes healing, growth, and change. We'll focus together to understand your thoughts and behaviors. Our work together will help you develop new coping skills. Growth happens by reinforcing your strengths and values, increasing your self-awareness, and help you build a tolerance for distress and ambiguity.
Ian Bonner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I'm Dr. Ian Bonner, and I specialize in anxiety, depression, serving
LGBTQ
+ clients, substance use, and relationships. I also enjoy working with the kink community and supporting clients in open/poly relationships. As a counselor, I am challenging, collaborative, and compassionate in my approach to treatment. Clients who work with me understand from our first session that I work with more than just symptoms and problems; I treat the whole person. In sessions, I take great care to ensure that you feel understood, valued, and known and eagerly utilize your feedback about our work. I welcome you to contact me with any questions.
Luke Lusk
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
In my practice, I’m committed to helping adults in the
LGBTQIA
+ community. As a member of this community myself, I understand how important it is to find an affirming provider. I work hard to provide an experience that is comfortable and relatable from the first session. Whether you’re dealing with a difficult life transition, searching for clarity in a relationship, or having mood problems, I’m here to help with a compassionate approach. Let's work together to build the life you want!
E Ardron
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am committed to creating an affirming, non-judgemental environment for
LGBTQ
+ folx to feel empowered and supported.
You are resilient, capable, and unwilling to settle for the status quo. Your reluctance to fit the mold may complicate things, but it’s worth it. However, sometimes, the space between who we are and who we want to be can feel vast, and life can overwhelm our capacity to cope - in those moments, it takes bravery to reach out for support. Together we will celebrate your uniqueness, investigate the barriers to your progress, increase feelings of self-worth and efficacy and expand upon your existing strengths to cultivate an authentic future full of possibilities.
James Searing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work well with creatives,
LGBTQ
+ folx, neurodivergent thinks, geeks, and gamers.
My own healing journey has taught me that life gets hard and healing is messy. You don’t have to go through this alone. Sometimes the journey leaves us in many pieces, scattered thoughts, overwhelming tasks, grief, and broken dreams. It can feel like looking at a whole mountain before you. The view from higher up is worth every step. I'm here to travel with you-challenging, cheering, and celebrating your wins along the way. Little by little, you can turn your dreams into reality. The world is now full of new problems from endless tabs, too much scrolling, and coping with collective existential stress.
Connor McInerney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a
queer
therapist, I have a unique perspective on what it is like to be different from what society dictates.
Do you struggle with your inner critic? Have you felt rejection and loneliness? Maybe you've tried to avoid anxiety, depression, or traumatic memories, seeking some way out of a rollercoaster of emotions. Have you experienced difficulty with life transitions; career/school stress; relationship conflicts; bigotry/hate; loss of a loved one; addiction; sex/drug linked behavior; sexual assault/abuse; self-harm, or suicidal thoughts? Are you somewhere on the
LGBTQ
+ spectrum and feel like no one in your life understands you? If you answered yes to any of these issues, when was the last time you had a space to talk that was just for you?
Keeton Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you
LGBTQIA
+ or someone who hasn’t found a therapist who sees, understands, or meets you where you currently are in life? As a psychotherapist I believe that you are the expert in your own life and my role is to help you navigate and work through the trauma and challenges you face. I believe that our best work together is achieved when you feel supported and encouraged so through humor and compassion I will meet you where are so that we can work together to address challenges and trauma you face and help you achieve your goals.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.