LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Frostburg, MD
My name is Angela Welch and I'm a licensed professional counselor in MD. I have 10 years practice in counseling, with an additional 15 years in the human services field. I provide counseling sessions via telehealth only. My practice helps clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma manage symptoms through an attachment-based model, grounded in CBT. I am certified in EMDR and have found it to be life changing for those with trauma.
My name is Angela Welch and I'm a licensed professional counselor in MD. I have 10 years practice in counseling, with an additional 15 years in the human services field. I provide counseling sessions via telehealth only. My practice helps clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma manage symptoms through an attachment-based model, grounded in CBT. I am certified in EMDR and have found it to be life changing for those with trauma.
Darren Christopher
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, NCC, ACS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I strive to meet each person I help where they are, together we work to develop goals and proactively explore options needed to achieve them. I am proud to utilize eclectic techniques that take different skills from various therapeutic approaches to individualize treatment needs for each person. I thoroughly enjoy working with diversity and helping varieties of individuals each work on their individual goals. I have extensive experience working with adults, youth and couples as they work through symptoms affiliated with symptoms affected by mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnoses and relationship related issues.
I strive to meet each person I help where they are, together we work to develop goals and proactively explore options needed to achieve them. I am proud to utilize eclectic techniques that take different skills from various therapeutic approaches to individualize treatment needs for each person. I thoroughly enjoy working with diversity and helping varieties of individuals each work on their individual goals. I have extensive experience working with adults, youth and couples as they work through symptoms affiliated with symptoms affected by mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnoses and relationship related issues.
Hello, I’m Nahtanha, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is passionate about offering therapy that is inclusive to all. I have 3 years of experience working with a very diverse population. My clients come from a wide range of social-cultural backgrounds. I have worked with individuals and couples in dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, body image issues, grief, low self-esteem, and life transition. I have a strength-based and person-centered approach. I work in collaborative ways that keep the client’s priorities and goals the main focus during their path to recovery.
Hello, I’m Nahtanha, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is passionate about offering therapy that is inclusive to all. I have 3 years of experience working with a very diverse population. My clients come from a wide range of social-cultural backgrounds. I have worked with individuals and couples in dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, body image issues, grief, low self-esteem, and life transition. I have a strength-based and person-centered approach. I work in collaborative ways that keep the client’s priorities and goals the main focus during their path to recovery.
I have come to specialize in working with folks from marginalized populations, including PoC and the queer community.
I take an existential approach to the therapeutic experience - believing each of us to be on a journey with the ultimate goal being self-actualization. As we face many hurdles towards that end goal, therapy can be a great way to accommodate your forward momentum! I love this work, and I bring myself and my energy to each session 100%.
I have come to specialize in working with folks from marginalized populations, including PoC and the queer community.
I take an existential approach to the therapeutic experience - believing each of us to be on a journey with the ultimate goal being self-actualization. As we face many hurdles towards that end goal, therapy can be a great way to accommodate your forward momentum! I love this work, and I bring myself and my energy to each session 100%.
I am a clinical social worker who practices therapy in the area of dual diagnosis. I work with adult clients who have behavioral health or addictions issues, or both. I believe to feel better, we need to work on the WHOLE person not just a part. I worked for the Military for five years and I have background in trauma, PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injuries and many addiction issues.
I am a clinical social worker who practices therapy in the area of dual diagnosis. I work with adult clients who have behavioral health or addictions issues, or both. I believe to feel better, we need to work on the WHOLE person not just a part. I worked for the Military for five years and I have background in trauma, PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injuries and many addiction issues.
Sometimes the demands of everyday life can be overwhelming. Relationships, work, and daily life can be difficult to navigate when we are stuck in symptoms. But you don't have to let issues negatively impact your life. We will work together to move you out of the difficulties and on to better living. My treatment style is collaborative, using a non-judgmental approach, with achievable goals to help develop effective coping skills and reduce symptoms.
Sometimes the demands of everyday life can be overwhelming. Relationships, work, and daily life can be difficult to navigate when we are stuck in symptoms. But you don't have to let issues negatively impact your life. We will work together to move you out of the difficulties and on to better living. My treatment style is collaborative, using a non-judgmental approach, with achievable goals to help develop effective coping skills and reduce symptoms.
Mental health is not just about our emotions or thoughts. It affects our physical, social, spiritual, and communal well-being. It is all connected, and all important. This is why I use an integrative, holistic approach to therapy that focuses on the whole person, rather than symptoms or a diagnosis. I come with an inclusive, anti-oppressive, feminist perspective. Sessions can include a variety of "tools", including reflection, art and creativity, mindfulness, and other practices that are meaningful to you. Harmony Tree Counseling & Wellness is about nurturing a deeper sense of well-being and connection to live the life you want.
Mental health is not just about our emotions or thoughts. It affects our physical, social, spiritual, and communal well-being. It is all connected, and all important. This is why I use an integrative, holistic approach to therapy that focuses on the whole person, rather than symptoms or a diagnosis. I come with an inclusive, anti-oppressive, feminist perspective. Sessions can include a variety of "tools", including reflection, art and creativity, mindfulness, and other practices that are meaningful to you. Harmony Tree Counseling & Wellness is about nurturing a deeper sense of well-being and connection to live the life you want.
Having started my profession a little later in life, I have an understanding of many issues that people of all ages face today. I have worked in many areas and hope to help those with mental health, behavioral health and personal issues that are troubling them. My education is in social work, which provides a broader generalist perspective to my work with children and adults.
Having started my profession a little later in life, I have an understanding of many issues that people of all ages face today. I have worked in many areas and hope to help those with mental health, behavioral health and personal issues that are troubling them. My education is in social work, which provides a broader generalist perspective to my work with children and adults.
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I have counseled people from a variety of sociocultural backgrounds, but most of my expertise has involved working with people on the LGBTQ+ spectrum, young adults, individuals in antagonistic relationships, and those coping with HIV or other illnesses.
Because each person is a complex individual, my approach to therapy addresses the whole person and extends beyond the reduction of symptoms. My focus is on understanding and addressing your individual needs, and my primary goal is to help you to make sustainable changes and to live a fuller life. Whatever your circumstances, I want you to know that you are being heard and understood and are not alone in facing the challenges in your life. However you identify yourself, I want you to feel comfortable and respected.
I have counseled people from a variety of sociocultural backgrounds, but most of my expertise has involved working with people on the LGBTQ+ spectrum, young adults, individuals in antagonistic relationships, and those coping with HIV or other illnesses.
Because each person is a complex individual, my approach to therapy addresses the whole person and extends beyond the reduction of symptoms. My focus is on understanding and addressing your individual needs, and my primary goal is to help you to make sustainable changes and to live a fuller life. Whatever your circumstances, I want you to know that you are being heard and understood and are not alone in facing the challenges in your life. However you identify yourself, I want you to feel comfortable and respected.
As a queer and genderqueer therapist, I aim to help you feel safe enough to develop and explore and become your authentic self.
Not all childhoods are created equally. We all deserve the space and support we need to develop and explore our sense of self, but when you're chronically in survival mode, identity gets deprioritized in favor of safety. If you're noticing yourself feeling held back by your trauma, I want to help you reclaim your life. Our sessions will help you recognize and validate your strengths, confront your problems with gentle accountability, and establish actionable steps towards real change. If therapy seems overwhelming to you, I want you to know we can find ways to make the scary seem approachable and the confusing seem comprehensible.
As a queer and genderqueer therapist, I aim to help you feel safe enough to develop and explore and become your authentic self.
Not all childhoods are created equally. We all deserve the space and support we need to develop and explore our sense of self, but when you're chronically in survival mode, identity gets deprioritized in favor of safety. If you're noticing yourself feeling held back by your trauma, I want to help you reclaim your life. Our sessions will help you recognize and validate your strengths, confront your problems with gentle accountability, and establish actionable steps towards real change. If therapy seems overwhelming to you, I want you to know we can find ways to make the scary seem approachable and the confusing seem comprehensible.
You may be the dependable one in your relationships, your family, or your work. The one who figures it out. The one who does not want to burden anyone. The one who keeps going.
But underneath that, there may be a constant stream of pressure: replaying what you said, wondering whether you disappointed someone, questioning whether you are doing enough, and struggling to rest without feeling behind. Even when you are functioning, it may not feel like ease. Carrying this kind of pressure, it has to go somewhere. It might show up as overworking, avoiding things you don’t want to deal with, shutting down, or habits you’re not proud of.
You may be the dependable one in your relationships, your family, or your work. The one who figures it out. The one who does not want to burden anyone. The one who keeps going.
But underneath that, there may be a constant stream of pressure: replaying what you said, wondering whether you disappointed someone, questioning whether you are doing enough, and struggling to rest without feeling behind. Even when you are functioning, it may not feel like ease. Carrying this kind of pressure, it has to go somewhere. It might show up as overworking, avoiding things you don’t want to deal with, shutting down, or habits you’re not proud of.
I can help with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and LGBTQ issues.
I am excited to be taking new clients! I work alongside my clients in helping them understand themselves and grow towards who they wish to become and achieve their goals. My work aids people who are exploring and developing their own personal identity; whether that be sexuality, spirituality, or more. I am ready and willing to work with you, no matter where you are starting from. I am currently offering teletherapy and in-person services.
I can help with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and LGBTQ issues.
I am excited to be taking new clients! I work alongside my clients in helping them understand themselves and grow towards who they wish to become and achieve their goals. My work aids people who are exploring and developing their own personal identity; whether that be sexuality, spirituality, or more. I am ready and willing to work with you, no matter where you are starting from. I am currently offering teletherapy and in-person services.
Hello there! I’m Jaclyn! I’m a compassionate social worker with experience supporting children, adolescents, and families. My approach is rooted in meeting individuals where they are, offering care that is responsive to their unique needs, strengths, and experiences. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace. By integrating mindfulness techniques, I help foster self-awareness and emotional regulation, empowering individuals to face life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.
Hello there! I’m Jaclyn! I’m a compassionate social worker with experience supporting children, adolescents, and families. My approach is rooted in meeting individuals where they are, offering care that is responsive to their unique needs, strengths, and experiences. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace. By integrating mindfulness techniques, I help foster self-awareness and emotional regulation, empowering individuals to face life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.
Life is way too short to feel like your best isn't good enough. Too short to fear you will not be accepted as you are and feel as though you have to live in your own shadow. You do not have to avoid certain people, places, or feelings to feel in control of your body. Could you be holding yourself back from being your best self? Kind of like self-sabotage? Do you have difficulty trusting others or building bonds out of fear they are just going to leave you? This could lead to experiencing difficulty maintaining any type of relationship.
Life is way too short to feel like your best isn't good enough. Too short to fear you will not be accepted as you are and feel as though you have to live in your own shadow. You do not have to avoid certain people, places, or feelings to feel in control of your body. Could you be holding yourself back from being your best self? Kind of like self-sabotage? Do you have difficulty trusting others or building bonds out of fear they are just going to leave you? This could lead to experiencing difficulty maintaining any type of relationship.
I am a compassionate and experienced licensed professional counselor, dedicated to helping individuals navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, and relationships. With a master's degree in Clinical Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and licensure since 2018. I offer clients a safe and unbiased environment to explore their concerns and find new perspectives.
I am a compassionate and experienced licensed professional counselor, dedicated to helping individuals navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, and relationships. With a master's degree in Clinical Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and licensure since 2018. I offer clients a safe and unbiased environment to explore their concerns and find new perspectives.
Sometimes the demands of everyday life can be overwhelming. Relationships, work, and daily life can be difficult to navigate when we are mired in symptoms. But you don't have to let issues negatively impact your life. We will work together to move you out of the difficulties and on to better living. I am a licensed psychologist who primarily works with adults and older teens in individual therapy. I use research-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy, and others.
Sometimes the demands of everyday life can be overwhelming. Relationships, work, and daily life can be difficult to navigate when we are mired in symptoms. But you don't have to let issues negatively impact your life. We will work together to move you out of the difficulties and on to better living. I am a licensed psychologist who primarily works with adults and older teens in individual therapy. I use research-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy, and others.
My ideal client is someone who feels a pull to understand themselves more deeply. They may come in with surface-level struggles such as stress, relationship challenges, career uncertainty, or a sense of being stuck. At the same time, they’re curious about the deeper patterns that shape these struggles-recurring themes, limiting beliefs, or unresolved experiences that continue to influence their lives.
My ideal client is someone who feels a pull to understand themselves more deeply. They may come in with surface-level struggles such as stress, relationship challenges, career uncertainty, or a sense of being stuck. At the same time, they’re curious about the deeper patterns that shape these struggles-recurring themes, limiting beliefs, or unresolved experiences that continue to influence their lives.
Seme J. Ndzana, LGPC, BCCC, holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University, an MBA, MS in Finance, and BS in Economics. With experience in private practice, hospital, and hospice care, I treat anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, addiction, and mood disorders. My integrative approach draws from CBT, DBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, and Multicultural therapies. I also provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy, including pastoral counseling on request.
Seme J. Ndzana, LGPC, BCCC, holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University, an MBA, MS in Finance, and BS in Economics. With experience in private practice, hospital, and hospice care, I treat anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, addiction, and mood disorders. My integrative approach draws from CBT, DBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, and Multicultural therapies. I also provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy, including pastoral counseling on request.
Everyone needs support sometimes. You may be looking to tune-up your life, or rekindle your relationship, I understand coping with stress and issues can leave you feeling alone and questioning yourself. If you're feeling anxious or wondering what's happened to your loving relationship, let's talk. Getting to the heart of the matter can resolve barriers, create connection.and decrease stress. I'll help you process your next steps and regain confidence, utilizing multiple approaches to help you find peace and balance. You will discover keys to dissolving issues including parallel lives, anxiety, trauma, and depression.
Everyone needs support sometimes. You may be looking to tune-up your life, or rekindle your relationship, I understand coping with stress and issues can leave you feeling alone and questioning yourself. If you're feeling anxious or wondering what's happened to your loving relationship, let's talk. Getting to the heart of the matter can resolve barriers, create connection.and decrease stress. I'll help you process your next steps and regain confidence, utilizing multiple approaches to help you find peace and balance. You will discover keys to dissolving issues including parallel lives, anxiety, trauma, and depression.
I commend you for taking an important step on your path to healing. Identifying a provider who meets your specific needs can be both challenging and daunting. However, you have successfully navigated one of the most difficult aspects of this journey, and together we can continue to address obstacles and challenges to achieve optimal mental health and wellness. Life often presents us with challenges that significantly influence our perception and interaction with the world. These experiences, combined with negative emotions, can disrupt our lives and lead to feelings of anger, shame, hurt, disappointment, confusion, or trauma.
I commend you for taking an important step on your path to healing. Identifying a provider who meets your specific needs can be both challenging and daunting. However, you have successfully navigated one of the most difficult aspects of this journey, and together we can continue to address obstacles and challenges to achieve optimal mental health and wellness. Life often presents us with challenges that significantly influence our perception and interaction with the world. These experiences, combined with negative emotions, can disrupt our lives and lead to feelings of anger, shame, hurt, disappointment, confusion, or trauma.
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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.