LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in New Castle, IN
I’m passionate in working with women who suffer with mood or anxiety disorders, have trauma, relationship issues, and/or need help transitioning to a more authentic & harmonious lifestyle. We'll create a warm, positive space that is relaxed while also professional. From there, we co-create a roadmap to address your therapy needs. Together, we will discover your self-identity and core beliefs. We’ll explore new coping skills and new narratives as we move through therapy. We use thought, feeling and somatic interventions to treat your whole person. Also, I lead groups for chronic illness. Let's walk your healing journey together!
I’m passionate in working with women who suffer with mood or anxiety disorders, have trauma, relationship issues, and/or need help transitioning to a more authentic & harmonious lifestyle. We'll create a warm, positive space that is relaxed while also professional. From there, we co-create a roadmap to address your therapy needs. Together, we will discover your self-identity and core beliefs. We’ll explore new coping skills and new narratives as we move through therapy. We use thought, feeling and somatic interventions to treat your whole person. Also, I lead groups for chronic illness. Let's walk your healing journey together!
Are your struggling with anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress? Do you desire tools to reduce and manage these symptoms? We are a client-centered organization here just for you. We believe FEAR is your number one enemy. Fear attacks the minds of millions causing spiritual, mental and physical illness. Freedom from fear is the only way to live the wholesome life promised to you.
Are your struggling with anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress? Do you desire tools to reduce and manage these symptoms? We are a client-centered organization here just for you. We believe FEAR is your number one enemy. Fear attacks the minds of millions causing spiritual, mental and physical illness. Freedom from fear is the only way to live the wholesome life promised to you.
Are you overwhelmed, exhausted, and can’t remember the last time you felt good? Maybe it seems like the treadmill of life never stops and you feel like you are always one second from falling off. You want to feel good in life. You want, desperately, to be present for the people you love and, even, maybe, for yourself.
I am passionate about helping people move from pain, tension, and chaos into integration, wholeness, and freedom. I work with teens and adults to help them make sense of their experiences of pain, release the burdens that have been weighing them down, and find more joy.
Are you overwhelmed, exhausted, and can’t remember the last time you felt good? Maybe it seems like the treadmill of life never stops and you feel like you are always one second from falling off. You want to feel good in life. You want, desperately, to be present for the people you love and, even, maybe, for yourself.
I am passionate about helping people move from pain, tension, and chaos into integration, wholeness, and freedom. I work with teens and adults to help them make sense of their experiences of pain, release the burdens that have been weighing them down, and find more joy.
Greetings, and congratulations on taking your first step to a happier, healthier you. You've probably read several therapist profiles by this point, and you're looking for something unique. What I hope to offer you is a sincere and unapologetic approach to therapy and testing that is inclusive and culturally informed. My clients trust that I will provide them with an unbiased, supportive lens through which they guide their own healing process, while still providing a space that can be relaxing and fun on the days you need it. You are not alone in this. I am open and honest with my clients to ensure them I am human, too.
Greetings, and congratulations on taking your first step to a happier, healthier you. You've probably read several therapist profiles by this point, and you're looking for something unique. What I hope to offer you is a sincere and unapologetic approach to therapy and testing that is inclusive and culturally informed. My clients trust that I will provide them with an unbiased, supportive lens through which they guide their own healing process, while still providing a space that can be relaxing and fun on the days you need it. You are not alone in this. I am open and honest with my clients to ensure them I am human, too.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's emotional challenges, unsure of where to turn for relief? I understand how daunting this can be, and seeking support is a powerful first step toward positive change. In my practice, I am dedicated to creating a safe and inviting environment where you can feel truly at ease. My clients often face issues such as trauma, grief, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-doubt, family conflict, marital struggles, perfectionism, breakups, self-confidence concerns, and more. I am here to listen, support, and help you navigate these difficult times with actionable strategies.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's emotional challenges, unsure of where to turn for relief? I understand how daunting this can be, and seeking support is a powerful first step toward positive change. In my practice, I am dedicated to creating a safe and inviting environment where you can feel truly at ease. My clients often face issues such as trauma, grief, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-doubt, family conflict, marital struggles, perfectionism, breakups, self-confidence concerns, and more. I am here to listen, support, and help you navigate these difficult times with actionable strategies.
I'm passionate about serving communities of people who have been underserved, and possibly harmed, by the fields of counseling and psychology in the past including: the LGBTQ+ population, those with non-traditional relationship structures such as polyamory, the kink community, and neurodivergent individuals.
I offer a wide variety of therapy modalities across myriad diagnoses as well as therapy in a group setting. Some modalities used are CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Person Centred Treatment.
I'm passionate about serving communities of people who have been underserved, and possibly harmed, by the fields of counseling and psychology in the past including: the LGBTQ+ population, those with non-traditional relationship structures such as polyamory, the kink community, and neurodivergent individuals.
I offer a wide variety of therapy modalities across myriad diagnoses as well as therapy in a group setting. Some modalities used are CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Person Centred Treatment.
At Stonewall Behavioral Health and Mental Wellness, I provide trauma-informed, affirming therapy for marginalized communities, with a focus on LGBTQIA+/2S/NB individuals and families.
My practice integrates queer and feminist theories to meet clients where they are, tailoring support to their unique cultural, relational, and spiritual contexts. I also work with trauma, minority stress, and religious or spiritual identity concerns.
At Stonewall Behavioral Health and Mental Wellness, I provide trauma-informed, affirming therapy for marginalized communities, with a focus on LGBTQIA+/2S/NB individuals and families.
My practice integrates queer and feminist theories to meet clients where they are, tailoring support to their unique cultural, relational, and spiritual contexts. I also work with trauma, minority stress, and religious or spiritual identity concerns.
Hello, I'm Shelley (she/her).I am independently licensed in Indiana, Kentucky, Colorado and Ohio. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with both adult and adolescent clients in community mental health and private practice settings. My approach to therapy is rooted in a feminist, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and harm reduction perspective. I deeply honor the therapeutic relationship, believing it to be vital to the process of change.
Hello, I'm Shelley (she/her).I am independently licensed in Indiana, Kentucky, Colorado and Ohio. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with both adult and adolescent clients in community mental health and private practice settings. My approach to therapy is rooted in a feminist, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and harm reduction perspective. I deeply honor the therapeutic relationship, believing it to be vital to the process of change.
I work with children experiencing behavioral and emotional challenges, as well as adults navigating anxiety, stress, and life transitions. With children, I support concerns such as emotional regulation, impulsive behaviors, defiance, and difficulties at home or school. With adults, I often address anxiety, chronic stress, overwhelm, and patterns of overthinking.
My approach is practical, supportive, and goal-oriented. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients understand patterns, build effective coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change
I work with children experiencing behavioral and emotional challenges, as well as adults navigating anxiety, stress, and life transitions. With children, I support concerns such as emotional regulation, impulsive behaviors, defiance, and difficulties at home or school. With adults, I often address anxiety, chronic stress, overwhelm, and patterns of overthinking.
My approach is practical, supportive, and goal-oriented. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients understand patterns, build effective coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change
I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues, but my true passion lies in helping older teens, young adults, and individuals navigating life's challenges. I specialize in parenting issues and family communication, with a strong focus on enhancing overall family happiness. My goal as a therapist is to inspire change and empower people to identify solutions that improve their ability to function and foster meaningful, lasting connections with others.
I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues, but my true passion lies in helping older teens, young adults, and individuals navigating life's challenges. I specialize in parenting issues and family communication, with a strong focus on enhancing overall family happiness. My goal as a therapist is to inspire change and empower people to identify solutions that improve their ability to function and foster meaningful, lasting connections with others.
I work with teens, young adults, couples, and members of the LGBTQ+ community who are facing life transitions, relationship challenges, identity exploration, trauma, anxiety, and mood-related concerns.
My goal is to bring a balance of warmth and accountability to my work. I seek to be affirming and down-to-earth, while also goal-oriented and honest when it matters. My aim is to build a strong therapeutic relationship where you feel supported, understood, and challenged to grow.
I work with teens, young adults, couples, and members of the LGBTQ+ community who are facing life transitions, relationship challenges, identity exploration, trauma, anxiety, and mood-related concerns.
My goal is to bring a balance of warmth and accountability to my work. I seek to be affirming and down-to-earth, while also goal-oriented and honest when it matters. My aim is to build a strong therapeutic relationship where you feel supported, understood, and challenged to grow.
Rooted in a feminist, eco-conscious, and LGBTQ+ inclusive perspective, I welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds with a multicultural lens.
I use a conversational, human, and collaborative approach.
Rooted in a feminist, eco-conscious, and LGBTQ+ inclusive perspective, I welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds with a multicultural lens.
I use a conversational, human, and collaborative approach.
I am currently accepting patients of all ages seeking individual or family therapy. I specialize in complex concerns, such as divorce, trauma, loss, and life transitions. I also provide treatment for anxiety, depression, and work and family stressors. I provide psychological testing for all ages. I provide ASD and ADHD evaluations, parent psychological evaluations, diagnostic testing, and treatment recommendations.
I am currently accepting patients of all ages seeking individual or family therapy. I specialize in complex concerns, such as divorce, trauma, loss, and life transitions. I also provide treatment for anxiety, depression, and work and family stressors. I provide psychological testing for all ages. I provide ASD and ADHD evaluations, parent psychological evaluations, diagnostic testing, and treatment recommendations.
I hope to provide a supportive space for clients to share and process experiences and emotions. I work with couples and families of all capacities (I.e. recently divorced, blended families, polyamorous relationships, co-parenting, LGBTQ+), using Emotionally Focused, Narrative, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I also work with children from age 8 and up utilizing play therapy. I’m passionate and have experience supporting those in the LGBTQ+ community, people navigating grief, and caregivers seeking support. I’ve worked with depression, anxiety, ADHD, ADD, ASD, trauma, divorce, and identity development.
I hope to provide a supportive space for clients to share and process experiences and emotions. I work with couples and families of all capacities (I.e. recently divorced, blended families, polyamorous relationships, co-parenting, LGBTQ+), using Emotionally Focused, Narrative, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I also work with children from age 8 and up utilizing play therapy. I’m passionate and have experience supporting those in the LGBTQ+ community, people navigating grief, and caregivers seeking support. I’ve worked with depression, anxiety, ADHD, ADD, ASD, trauma, divorce, and identity development.
You don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected or caught in patterns that no longer work for you, therapy can be a place to pause, breathe, and reset. I work with individuals navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and a range of other mental health concerns and I deeply respect the courage it takes to reach out.
You don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected or caught in patterns that no longer work for you, therapy can be a place to pause, breathe, and reset. I work with individuals navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and a range of other mental health concerns and I deeply respect the courage it takes to reach out.
Lotus of Life Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMHCA, Interns
Fortville, IN 46040
Our team has extensive experience and specializes in various areas, including chronic health conditions, grief and loss, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, depression, school, academic and career issues, social and emotional challenges, disordered eating, LGBTQ+ matters, couples counseling, perinatal and infant loss, and more.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused, Existential Therapy, and Solutions Focused, Gottman Couples Therapy, strengths-based, solutions-focused.
Our team has extensive experience and specializes in various areas, including chronic health conditions, grief and loss, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, depression, school, academic and career issues, social and emotional challenges, disordered eating, LGBTQ+ matters, couples counseling, perinatal and infant loss, and more.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused, Existential Therapy, and Solutions Focused, Gottman Couples Therapy, strengths-based, solutions-focused.
My role is to help you figure out what you want, what gets in the way, and how to get there. Lack of focus in life often is at the heart of peoples' problems. If you have concerns with depression, anxiety, fear, confusion, relationship, identity, spirituality, career options, personality, sadness, hopelessness, a sense of aimlessness, loss, even anger and irritability--all of these concerns can be helped by learning how to direct yourself.
My role is to help you figure out what you want, what gets in the way, and how to get there. Lack of focus in life often is at the heart of peoples' problems. If you have concerns with depression, anxiety, fear, confusion, relationship, identity, spirituality, career options, personality, sadness, hopelessness, a sense of aimlessness, loss, even anger and irritability--all of these concerns can be helped by learning how to direct yourself.
My goal is for each client to gain the skills necessary to face life's challenges, understand the factors that drive them and provide purpose, and leave feeling understood and supported. Together, we can curate an honest, collaborative environment where one can take steps from survival to thriving.
My goal is for each client to gain the skills necessary to face life's challenges, understand the factors that drive them and provide purpose, and leave feeling understood and supported. Together, we can curate an honest, collaborative environment where one can take steps from survival to thriving.
You’ve been down this road before, and just overall sick and tired of the endless loop of anxiety, depression, and simply not feeling like yourself. Even though you feel this way, life is still happening around you and you find it hard to show up in the day to day. Life is constantly changing, and it feels impossible to navigate. This can happen at any stage in life and leave you feeling hopeless, insecure, and feeling lost. You are ready for change. You want the confidence and support to step forward and feel like your whole self again.
You’ve been down this road before, and just overall sick and tired of the endless loop of anxiety, depression, and simply not feeling like yourself. Even though you feel this way, life is still happening around you and you find it hard to show up in the day to day. Life is constantly changing, and it feels impossible to navigate. This can happen at any stage in life and leave you feeling hopeless, insecure, and feeling lost. You are ready for change. You want the confidence and support to step forward and feel like your whole self again.
I have specialized experience with marginalized clients, navigating identity development, race/ethnicity, vocational growth, immigration, generational challenges, and affirming care for LGBTQ+/QPOC.
Therapy offers a unique opportunity to explore the complexities of your story, discover your innate resilience, and gain a deeper understanding of your place in the world. I believe healing flourishes in a safe, welcoming, and affirming space where you can be fully vulnerable. My goal is to foster deep trust and genuine rapport with you so that we can navigate your journey collaboratively. With my infusion of multicultural counseling and social justice, I use an eclectic approach of therapeutic methods tailored to your unique experiences.
I have specialized experience with marginalized clients, navigating identity development, race/ethnicity, vocational growth, immigration, generational challenges, and affirming care for LGBTQ+/QPOC.
Therapy offers a unique opportunity to explore the complexities of your story, discover your innate resilience, and gain a deeper understanding of your place in the world. I believe healing flourishes in a safe, welcoming, and affirming space where you can be fully vulnerable. My goal is to foster deep trust and genuine rapport with you so that we can navigate your journey collaboratively. With my infusion of multicultural counseling and social justice, I use an eclectic approach of therapeutic methods tailored to your unique experiences.
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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.