LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Pembroke, MA
I proudly work with LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and immigrant communities.
MA & FL: Immediate virtual openings any day! MA: Wednesday In office spots currently full.
Is starting therapy something that's been on your mind, but the opportunity hasn’t aligned for you yet? The process can be daunting. As a trauma informed therapist, I value creating a therapeutic space that feels validating and supportive; a place where you can feel heard, empowered, and safe to be yourself. Together we can explore new avenues for you to access growth. Whether it’s processing hard changes and challenging feelings, learning new skills, or expressing yourself through creativity as I am also a Registered Art Therapist.
I proudly work with LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and immigrant communities.
MA & FL: Immediate virtual openings any day! MA: Wednesday In office spots currently full.
Is starting therapy something that's been on your mind, but the opportunity hasn’t aligned for you yet? The process can be daunting. As a trauma informed therapist, I value creating a therapeutic space that feels validating and supportive; a place where you can feel heard, empowered, and safe to be yourself. Together we can explore new avenues for you to access growth. Whether it’s processing hard changes and challenging feelings, learning new skills, or expressing yourself through creativity as I am also a Registered Art Therapist.
I specialize in providing affirming, evidence-based care for the LGBTQ+ community and those navigating the complexities of grief and systemic injustice.
LET'S CHAT! Contact me to learn more about my approach and how we can collaborate.
I specialize in providing affirming, evidence-based care for the LGBTQ+ community and those navigating the complexities of grief and systemic injustice.
LET'S CHAT! Contact me to learn more about my approach and how we can collaborate.
I work with individual clients with various struggles that include depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma survivors, substance abuse problems as well as clients experiencing life cycle changes and grief. I work with clients of various ages ranging from 21- 99.
I work with individual clients with various struggles that include depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma survivors, substance abuse problems as well as clients experiencing life cycle changes and grief. I work with clients of various ages ranging from 21- 99.
I work with individuals and couples, specializing in supporting adolescents and adults through life's challenges. Whether you're navigating a life transition, coping with grief, managing stress, or healing from trauma, I'm here to help.
I have experience assisting individuals affected by various mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.
I work with individuals and couples, specializing in supporting adolescents and adults through life's challenges. Whether you're navigating a life transition, coping with grief, managing stress, or healing from trauma, I'm here to help.
I have experience assisting individuals affected by various mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.
Have you spent years feeling “different,” misunderstood, or like you’re constantly trying to keep up with a world that moves in ways that don’t quite work for you? Many of our clients are navigating neurodivergence, anxiety, or trauma and have spent a long time masking, overworking, or wondering why things seem harder for them than for others.
We believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely understood. Our team takes a collaborative and compassionate approach, honoring each person’s unique experiences, strengths, and challenges.
Have you spent years feeling “different,” misunderstood, or like you’re constantly trying to keep up with a world that moves in ways that don’t quite work for you? Many of our clients are navigating neurodivergence, anxiety, or trauma and have spent a long time masking, overworking, or wondering why things seem harder for them than for others.
We believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely understood. Our team takes a collaborative and compassionate approach, honoring each person’s unique experiences, strengths, and challenges.
Finding a therapist can be overwhelming and sometimes downright intimidating. No matter if it's your first time and you have no idea what to expect or you are a seasoned veteran looking to get back in, what I strive to do is make the process as natural and easy as possible. I enjoy learning about you, teaching skills, and balancing validation with problem solving.
Finding a therapist can be overwhelming and sometimes downright intimidating. No matter if it's your first time and you have no idea what to expect or you are a seasoned veteran looking to get back in, what I strive to do is make the process as natural and easy as possible. I enjoy learning about you, teaching skills, and balancing validation with problem solving.
We live in a fast-paced world where demands keep us plugged in and feeling rushed and distracted. Do you find that these pressures interfere with your overall happiness and sense of fulfillment? Perhaps you are reading this as an attempt to take a moment to recommit to you. A much needed and deserved moment of introspection and reflection. A moment to slow things down (somewhat) and find joy now. It's time to start living life mindfully!
We live in a fast-paced world where demands keep us plugged in and feeling rushed and distracted. Do you find that these pressures interfere with your overall happiness and sense of fulfillment? Perhaps you are reading this as an attempt to take a moment to recommit to you. A much needed and deserved moment of introspection and reflection. A moment to slow things down (somewhat) and find joy now. It's time to start living life mindfully!
Feeling misunderstood and constantly overwhelmed? Do you feel like you need to work twice as hard just to keep up with everybody else? You may be someone who has spent years adapting, pushing through, and trying to figure out why things feel harder than they seem for others.
I work with people who feel stuck, overwhelmed by their emotions, or disconnected from themselves and the people around them. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, self-confidence, life changes, or managing big emotions, therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what you are experiencing, and find a path forward.
Feeling misunderstood and constantly overwhelmed? Do you feel like you need to work twice as hard just to keep up with everybody else? You may be someone who has spent years adapting, pushing through, and trying to figure out why things feel harder than they seem for others.
I work with people who feel stuck, overwhelmed by their emotions, or disconnected from themselves and the people around them. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, self-confidence, life changes, or managing big emotions, therapy can be a place to slow down, make sense of what you are experiencing, and find a path forward.
Every therapist at Black Brook Counseling is independently-licensed and has advanced training in numerous therapeutic strategies and interventions. We know that finding the time to participate in therapy can be difficult, so we offer a variety of appointment times and exclusively practice on HIPAA-compliant telehealth video chat to help make scheduling therapy as easy as possible. Our clinicians are licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Please visit our website (www.blackbrookcounseling) for more information!
Every therapist at Black Brook Counseling is independently-licensed and has advanced training in numerous therapeutic strategies and interventions. We know that finding the time to participate in therapy can be difficult, so we offer a variety of appointment times and exclusively practice on HIPAA-compliant telehealth video chat to help make scheduling therapy as easy as possible. Our clinicians are licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Please visit our website (www.blackbrookcounseling) for more information!
I have a client-centered treatment approach for all clients. My goal is to provide a warm and attentive environment that produces personal growth and wholeness. I specialize in treating Addiction, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Self Esteem Issues and Depression. Everybody has a time in their lives when they need additional support. I understand asking for help is a very difficult. However, making the decision that you will not live in emotional pain for another day is the best decision you can make for yourself. I can help you learning the skills you need to free yourself from this pain.
I have a client-centered treatment approach for all clients. My goal is to provide a warm and attentive environment that produces personal growth and wholeness. I specialize in treating Addiction, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Self Esteem Issues and Depression. Everybody has a time in their lives when they need additional support. I understand asking for help is a very difficult. However, making the decision that you will not live in emotional pain for another day is the best decision you can make for yourself. I can help you learning the skills you need to free yourself from this pain.
We all face difficult challenges in life that can lead to increased stress, decreased functioning, emotional pain, ineffective coping strategies, and interpersonal struggles. Engagement in therapy can provide a safe space to gain the skills and support needed to manage these difficulties and can help us grow into the best version of ourselves. I believe that therapy works to aid in the healing process because we are wired for social connection and thrive when we are able to be vulnerable and feel understood/accepted.
We all face difficult challenges in life that can lead to increased stress, decreased functioning, emotional pain, ineffective coping strategies, and interpersonal struggles. Engagement in therapy can provide a safe space to gain the skills and support needed to manage these difficulties and can help us grow into the best version of ourselves. I believe that therapy works to aid in the healing process because we are wired for social connection and thrive when we are able to be vulnerable and feel understood/accepted.
My focus includes mood disorders, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, building social and peer relationships, behavioral interventions, anger management, family dynamics and conflict, parenting, LGBTQ issues, military lifestyle concerns, and trauma.
I have experience with all ages, but specialize in working with children and teens. I especially love working with LGBTQ youth and their families. I am described by my clients as energetic, engaging, and authentic, and my dogs Dinah and Arthur sometimes join me in sessions if helpful.
My focus includes mood disorders, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, building social and peer relationships, behavioral interventions, anger management, family dynamics and conflict, parenting, LGBTQ issues, military lifestyle concerns, and trauma.
I have experience with all ages, but specialize in working with children and teens. I especially love working with LGBTQ youth and their families. I am described by my clients as energetic, engaging, and authentic, and my dogs Dinah and Arthur sometimes join me in sessions if helpful.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, domestic abuse, narcissistic personality, parenting, LGBTQIA, self-harm, coping skills, grief, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), stress, and career counseling.
I love working with all genders, ideally ages 18-50, to become the best, most authentic versions of themselves. As a social worker and emergency response worker for the Department of Children and Families in Brockton, Massachusetts, I understand the many challenges of parenting, co-parenting, and different styles of raising mentally healthy children. I have experience with adults with severe and persistent mental illness working as a Crisis Clinician for Riverside Emergency Services in Norwood and South Shore Mental Health (now Aspire Health Alliance) in Quincy, Massachusetts.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, domestic abuse, narcissistic personality, parenting, LGBTQIA, self-harm, coping skills, grief, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), stress, and career counseling.
I love working with all genders, ideally ages 18-50, to become the best, most authentic versions of themselves. As a social worker and emergency response worker for the Department of Children and Families in Brockton, Massachusetts, I understand the many challenges of parenting, co-parenting, and different styles of raising mentally healthy children. I have experience with adults with severe and persistent mental illness working as a Crisis Clinician for Riverside Emergency Services in Norwood and South Shore Mental Health (now Aspire Health Alliance) in Quincy, Massachusetts.
Ann Marie Schembri
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, RN, LMHC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
As a mental health counselor and registered nurse, I bring a unique perspective shaped by years of experience supporting people across the lifespan in hospitals, schools, and community health. Whether due to stress, life transitions, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, or grief— it's only natural to need support from time to time. I see counseling as a tool to help gain perspective and move forward through life's complexities. I offer a compassionate, grounded, nonjudgmental space to explore and find new ways to grow the life you want. My practice currently focuses on individuals 18+.
As a mental health counselor and registered nurse, I bring a unique perspective shaped by years of experience supporting people across the lifespan in hospitals, schools, and community health. Whether due to stress, life transitions, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, or grief— it's only natural to need support from time to time. I see counseling as a tool to help gain perspective and move forward through life's complexities. I offer a compassionate, grounded, nonjudgmental space to explore and find new ways to grow the life you want. My practice currently focuses on individuals 18+.
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I have expertise in working with queer adolescents/emerging adults, with their families and social surround.
I provide a safe space to listen deeply, to your thoughts, feelings, emotions, memories, fantasies, and bodily experience. By listening in new ways, we expand our capacity to hold more, respond with greater flexibility, clarity and ease, develop compassion, and become empowered to make positive changes, both personally and in the communities we're a part of.
I have expertise in working with queer adolescents/emerging adults, with their families and social surround.
I provide a safe space to listen deeply, to your thoughts, feelings, emotions, memories, fantasies, and bodily experience. By listening in new ways, we expand our capacity to hold more, respond with greater flexibility, clarity and ease, develop compassion, and become empowered to make positive changes, both personally and in the communities we're a part of.
I strive to create a safe and trauma-informed space for people, including (but not limited to) people within the LGBTQIA+ community and gifted/highly intelligent individuals.
With over a decade of experience working in the mental health field, I have taken what I have learned to develop my practice at Incremental Insights. I believe that change happens over time, and that small moments of healing can lead to significant life changes. I will work with you in a non-judgmental space of complete acceptance so that you can gain holistic understanding, solve problems, find new directions, and discover joy and fulfillment.
I strive to create a safe and trauma-informed space for people, including (but not limited to) people within the LGBTQIA+ community and gifted/highly intelligent individuals.
With over a decade of experience working in the mental health field, I have taken what I have learned to develop my practice at Incremental Insights. I believe that change happens over time, and that small moments of healing can lead to significant life changes. I will work with you in a non-judgmental space of complete acceptance so that you can gain holistic understanding, solve problems, find new directions, and discover joy and fulfillment.
As a therapist at Queer Therapy Boston, I offer individual therapy to all humans with a social justice, anti-oppressive, intersectional lens.
My clinical approach draws heavily from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with flavor notes of Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, feminist therapy, and humor. My style is flexible, open, genuine, and collaborative. If there are certain treatments you do or do not want to use, I will take your lead. You're the expert on you!
As a therapist at Queer Therapy Boston, I offer individual therapy to all humans with a social justice, anti-oppressive, intersectional lens.
My clinical approach draws heavily from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with flavor notes of Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, feminist therapy, and humor. My style is flexible, open, genuine, and collaborative. If there are certain treatments you do or do not want to use, I will take your lead. You're the expert on you!
I have experience and training supporting individuals with acquired brain injuries, older adults and folks in the LGBTQ+ community.
I work to provide a judgment free space, to explore your thoughts and feelings with compassion, humor and empathy. My therapeutic lens is trauma-informed and incorporates how society’s systems may be impacting you. I use a strength based, relational framework, to work to compassionately identify areas in your life you would like to improve and work collaboratively in finding more joy and overall satisfaction. I provide a safe and affirming space to explore and heal old wounds and patterns of thoughts and behaviors that no longer align with your values.
I have experience and training supporting individuals with acquired brain injuries, older adults and folks in the LGBTQ+ community.
I work to provide a judgment free space, to explore your thoughts and feelings with compassion, humor and empathy. My therapeutic lens is trauma-informed and incorporates how society’s systems may be impacting you. I use a strength based, relational framework, to work to compassionately identify areas in your life you would like to improve and work collaboratively in finding more joy and overall satisfaction. I provide a safe and affirming space to explore and heal old wounds and patterns of thoughts and behaviors that no longer align with your values.
Melanie (they/them) is a Mental Health Counselor from Puerto Rico with a diverse set of experiences across settings who strives to build trusting relationships and create a warm caring environment where you are invited to challenge ideas of judgement and critique, instead seeking to embrace self-compassion and build upon your strengths to help achieve satisfaction and fulfillment in day-to-day life. As well as supporting individuals and families with repair in relationships, building resiliency, and addressing the impact of systems issues, such as school support (IEP/504/CRA), hospitalizations, discrimination, among others.
Melanie (they/them) is a Mental Health Counselor from Puerto Rico with a diverse set of experiences across settings who strives to build trusting relationships and create a warm caring environment where you are invited to challenge ideas of judgement and critique, instead seeking to embrace self-compassion and build upon your strengths to help achieve satisfaction and fulfillment in day-to-day life. As well as supporting individuals and families with repair in relationships, building resiliency, and addressing the impact of systems issues, such as school support (IEP/504/CRA), hospitalizations, discrimination, among others.
Living with an LGBTQ+ identity can often bring extra challenges along with experiences of resiliency and joy.
I offer sex and gender-affirming therapy using a relational, social-justice oriented, and goal driven approach. I am a non-monogamous informed and kink/BDSM affirming therapist who specializes in working with sexually and/or relationally diverse orientations. I provide trauma-specific therapy and am trained in EMDR, IFS and attachment focused modalities.
Living with an LGBTQ+ identity can often bring extra challenges along with experiences of resiliency and joy.
I offer sex and gender-affirming therapy using a relational, social-justice oriented, and goal driven approach. I am a non-monogamous informed and kink/BDSM affirming therapist who specializes in working with sexually and/or relationally diverse orientations. I provide trauma-specific therapy and am trained in EMDR, IFS and attachment focused modalities.
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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.