Transgender Therapists in Douglas, MI
Life can be challenging; there are moments of happiness, sadness and everything in-between. Managing complex emotions on your own can be overwhelming. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your emotions by using the tools you already have, but may not have tapped into quite yet. Through collaboration we can navigate your past, present and future. Together we will create a safe space for you to thrive within.
Life can be challenging; there are moments of happiness, sadness and everything in-between. Managing complex emotions on your own can be overwhelming. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your emotions by using the tools you already have, but may not have tapped into quite yet. Through collaboration we can navigate your past, present and future. Together we will create a safe space for you to thrive within.
You deserve a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and start finding your way back to yourself. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, burnout, or just feeling stuck, therapy can help you reconnect with your strength and sense of direction.
I take a warm, thoughtful, and collaborative approach—one that goes beyond surface fixes to help you understand what’s happening underneath. When we make sense of your patterns and experiences together, real change becomes possible—change that holds.
You deserve a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and start finding your way back to yourself. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, burnout, or just feeling stuck, therapy can help you reconnect with your strength and sense of direction.
I take a warm, thoughtful, and collaborative approach—one that goes beyond surface fixes to help you understand what’s happening underneath. When we make sense of your patterns and experiences together, real change becomes possible—change that holds.
Hello there. It can be hard to know where to turn to for help or who to trust, and just as hard to ask for help in the world that we live in. Sometimes life can be uncertain, difficult or scary. You don't have to face life alone. As someone who is a full-time wheelchair user, I have learned the importance of having hope, working towards one’s goals and facing life’s challenges head on. We'll work together to reach your goals in a warm, open, safe, and nonjudgmental environment.
Hello there. It can be hard to know where to turn to for help or who to trust, and just as hard to ask for help in the world that we live in. Sometimes life can be uncertain, difficult or scary. You don't have to face life alone. As someone who is a full-time wheelchair user, I have learned the importance of having hope, working towards one’s goals and facing life’s challenges head on. We'll work together to reach your goals in a warm, open, safe, and nonjudgmental environment.
Life is a rich tapestry of pain and beauty, suffering and joy. If you’re feeling hopeless, fearful, lonely or just plain "stuck" - you’re not alone. I’ve walked this path myself and deeply understand the challenges life can bring. With over 20 years of dedicated experience supporting youth, women, and the LGBTQIA+ community across three continents, I’ve learned one profound truth: no matter the struggle, hope is always within reach. If you’ve lost sight of it, I will help you find it. Together, we’ll face challenges head-on, cultivate resilience, and embrace the beauty and possibilities life has to offer. Let's do this!
Life is a rich tapestry of pain and beauty, suffering and joy. If you’re feeling hopeless, fearful, lonely or just plain "stuck" - you’re not alone. I’ve walked this path myself and deeply understand the challenges life can bring. With over 20 years of dedicated experience supporting youth, women, and the LGBTQIA+ community across three continents, I’ve learned one profound truth: no matter the struggle, hope is always within reach. If you’ve lost sight of it, I will help you find it. Together, we’ll face challenges head-on, cultivate resilience, and embrace the beauty and possibilities life has to offer. Let's do this!
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Ash Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
1 Endorsed
Hudsonville, MI 49426
Waitlist for new clients
As a queer, trans therapist, my work is rooted in lived experience, compassion, and authenticity. I offer a laid-back, affirming space where you can explore identity, heal from trauma, and reconnect with your true self. Using approaches like TF-CBT and Person-Centered Therapy, I meet you where you're at—with honesty, warmth, and no pressure. Whether you're feeling stuck, navigating anxiety, or seeking support around gender or life transitions, I'm here to walk with you—at your pace, in your way.
As a queer, trans therapist, my work is rooted in lived experience, compassion, and authenticity. I offer a laid-back, affirming space where you can explore identity, heal from trauma, and reconnect with your true self. Using approaches like TF-CBT and Person-Centered Therapy, I meet you where you're at—with honesty, warmth, and no pressure. Whether you're feeling stuck, navigating anxiety, or seeking support around gender or life transitions, I'm here to walk with you—at your pace, in your way.
Heartstone Guidance Center is a group of neurodivergent therapists offering neurodiversity affirming, LGBTQIA-affirming, and culturally aware therapy services. We have autistic, ADHD, and otherwise neurodivergent therapists who offer authenticity and a space where you will be seen, heard, and respected as the authority and expert in your life. We are the alternative to the world that tells you that you need to be neurotypical or normal to fit in and be accepted. We offer therapy to help you understand and embrace your true identity, find compassion for yourself, and develop coping strategies for living in a stressful world.
Heartstone Guidance Center is a group of neurodivergent therapists offering neurodiversity affirming, LGBTQIA-affirming, and culturally aware therapy services. We have autistic, ADHD, and otherwise neurodivergent therapists who offer authenticity and a space where you will be seen, heard, and respected as the authority and expert in your life. We are the alternative to the world that tells you that you need to be neurotypical or normal to fit in and be accepted. We offer therapy to help you understand and embrace your true identity, find compassion for yourself, and develop coping strategies for living in a stressful world.
My ideal client and those I serve best are people who struggle with anxiety, depression, gender dysphoria, ADHD, Autism, and OCD.
I provide many different options of therapies, and my favorite is relational-based. I believe it is important for me to get to know and understand people as a whole before diving deeper. I like to get to know those I work with well, so I can provide the best treatment tailored to their individual needs. I am a transgender man who is active in advocacy.
My ideal client and those I serve best are people who struggle with anxiety, depression, gender dysphoria, ADHD, Autism, and OCD.
I provide many different options of therapies, and my favorite is relational-based. I believe it is important for me to get to know and understand people as a whole before diving deeper. I like to get to know those I work with well, so I can provide the best treatment tailored to their individual needs. I am a transgender man who is active in advocacy.
Growing the life you want We have one life that we get to live, and so we only have one chance to find and create meaning for our lives. So often we can be hindered by our fears and from the painful points of resistance that we have encountered along the way. Those points of struggle look different for each person, and many times can stay with us for a long time. But we can grow and recover, and taking the time to slow down and care for ourselves is a liberating experience.
Growing the life you want We have one life that we get to live, and so we only have one chance to find and create meaning for our lives. So often we can be hindered by our fears and from the painful points of resistance that we have encountered along the way. Those points of struggle look different for each person, and many times can stay with us for a long time. But we can grow and recover, and taking the time to slow down and care for ourselves is a liberating experience.
Taking the first step toward healing is often the hardest—and I want to start by saying I’m proud of you for being here. Choosing to begin therapy can be difficult, but finding the right therapist shouldn't be. My goal is to provide a safe, affirming, and inclusive space—however that looks for you—where you can process, heal, and grow at your own pace.
Taking the first step toward healing is often the hardest—and I want to start by saying I’m proud of you for being here. Choosing to begin therapy can be difficult, but finding the right therapist shouldn't be. My goal is to provide a safe, affirming, and inclusive space—however that looks for you—where you can process, heal, and grow at your own pace.
Accepting New Clients! Morning to Late Afternoon appointments Available (as early as 10 AM and as late as 4 PM) - I have a focus in working with adult individuals, 18 and older, struggling with anxiety and/or seeking support with LGBTQ+ related concerns, such as sexual orientation, sexual identity, and dysphoria. If you, or someone you know, is seeking an LGBTQIA+ affirming counselor who also identifies under the spectrum, or is seeking help with ADHD, racial identity, anxiety, or depression, please contact the office and ask for an appointment with Ryan Townes by texting (616)287-2283, or you can also send an email
Accepting New Clients! Morning to Late Afternoon appointments Available (as early as 10 AM and as late as 4 PM) - I have a focus in working with adult individuals, 18 and older, struggling with anxiety and/or seeking support with LGBTQ+ related concerns, such as sexual orientation, sexual identity, and dysphoria. If you, or someone you know, is seeking an LGBTQIA+ affirming counselor who also identifies under the spectrum, or is seeking help with ADHD, racial identity, anxiety, or depression, please contact the office and ask for an appointment with Ryan Townes by texting (616)287-2283, or you can also send an email
I specialize in treatment of trans* individuals ( transgender, non-binary, agender, fluid, gender queer, etc), and have provided individual, family, couples, and medical referral services.
It is my personal and professional belief that everyone is capable of discovering their most authentic and successful self, but may occasionally need assistance in their journey to personal enrichment. I have been lucky enough to find those people in my own life, and I consider it an honor to serve that purpose for my clients in a warm, welcoming, yet professional fashion. I respect the individual needs of varying cultural backgrounds, and enjoy finding common ground with varying clientele.
I specialize in treatment of trans* individuals ( transgender, non-binary, agender, fluid, gender queer, etc), and have provided individual, family, couples, and medical referral services.
It is my personal and professional belief that everyone is capable of discovering their most authentic and successful self, but may occasionally need assistance in their journey to personal enrichment. I have been lucky enough to find those people in my own life, and I consider it an honor to serve that purpose for my clients in a warm, welcoming, yet professional fashion. I respect the individual needs of varying cultural backgrounds, and enjoy finding common ground with varying clientele.
I enjoy working with clients who are up for a little work and challenge. I have a strong belief in the idea that therapy isn't something that is done to us, but rather something we must take an active role in to see any true progress. I view therapy as another way to add more tools to our toolbox in an effort to better ourselves. I get to help you add those tools to your toolbox. My goal is that by working together, you will learn things in a manner that allows you to function at your best regardless of what life throws at you.
I enjoy working with clients who are up for a little work and challenge. I have a strong belief in the idea that therapy isn't something that is done to us, but rather something we must take an active role in to see any true progress. I view therapy as another way to add more tools to our toolbox in an effort to better ourselves. I get to help you add those tools to your toolbox. My goal is that by working together, you will learn things in a manner that allows you to function at your best regardless of what life throws at you.
Hello, I'm so happy you're here! As a queer & neurodivergent therapist, my priority is fostering safety & trust within the therapeutic space. I want to genuinely get to know all parts of you and want to see you thrive! Therapy with me can involve crying, swearing, and laughing as we work to return to our true selves. I believe in meeting you where you are at and tailoring the therapy approach to you and your needs. I utilize a variety modalities in my practice, to challenge unhelpful thought patterns & promote self-compassion and wellness.
Hello, I'm so happy you're here! As a queer & neurodivergent therapist, my priority is fostering safety & trust within the therapeutic space. I want to genuinely get to know all parts of you and want to see you thrive! Therapy with me can involve crying, swearing, and laughing as we work to return to our true selves. I believe in meeting you where you are at and tailoring the therapy approach to you and your needs. I utilize a variety modalities in my practice, to challenge unhelpful thought patterns & promote self-compassion and wellness.
There is no one more put together than a person in recovery. Living in recovery is working a program of mental health, staying clean and sober, and living one day at a time. With that being said, each person’s specific program looks different, with the common factor of living a balanced life of being grateful, mindful, spiritual, and finding a sense of community among other recovering individuals. My specialty areas are addictions, mental health, trauma, codependency issues, and how these affect you and those who love you.
There is no one more put together than a person in recovery. Living in recovery is working a program of mental health, staying clean and sober, and living one day at a time. With that being said, each person’s specific program looks different, with the common factor of living a balanced life of being grateful, mindful, spiritual, and finding a sense of community among other recovering individuals. My specialty areas are addictions, mental health, trauma, codependency issues, and how these affect you and those who love you.
Austin Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CST
2 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
Waitlist for new clients
I offer surgery letters for gender affirming care.
I offer individual therapy to folks ages 18 and up. My specialties include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationship concerns, women's issues and sex therapy. I completed the Sexual Health Certificate Program from the University of Michigan in 2024 and am an AASECT certified Sex Therapist
I offer surgery letters for gender affirming care.
I offer individual therapy to folks ages 18 and up. My specialties include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationship concerns, women's issues and sex therapy. I completed the Sexual Health Certificate Program from the University of Michigan in 2024 and am an AASECT certified Sex Therapist
Suppression 2 Expression Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Our counselors can help with a variety of different concerns, such as struggles related to Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Depression, OCD, trauma, chronic illness, sexual orientation and/or gender identity exploration, and more.
Our agency has therapists who use skills from various modalities, such as CBT, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, IFS, Solution-Focus, and others. We want to ensure each client and therapist is a good therapeutic fit, and will work with you to find your match! We also prioritize hiring those who are kink and poly aware/friendly.
Our counselors can help with a variety of different concerns, such as struggles related to Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Depression, OCD, trauma, chronic illness, sexual orientation and/or gender identity exploration, and more.
Our agency has therapists who use skills from various modalities, such as CBT, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, IFS, Solution-Focus, and others. We want to ensure each client and therapist is a good therapeutic fit, and will work with you to find your match! We also prioritize hiring those who are kink and poly aware/friendly.
Hello! I specialize in working with teens, young adults, adults, and elders who are navigating trauma, stress, anxiety, panic attacks, and depression. I have experience supporting individuals in the LGBTQ+ community and those impacted by cultural factors. I am also trauma-informed weight lifting certified (TIWL). My therapeutic approach is client focused and is grounded in compassion and authenticity, creating a space where clients feel understood and supported. Together, we’ll explore and address unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, making therapy feel like a collaborative, natural conversation rather than a clinical process.
Hello! I specialize in working with teens, young adults, adults, and elders who are navigating trauma, stress, anxiety, panic attacks, and depression. I have experience supporting individuals in the LGBTQ+ community and those impacted by cultural factors. I am also trauma-informed weight lifting certified (TIWL). My therapeutic approach is client focused and is grounded in compassion and authenticity, creating a space where clients feel understood and supported. Together, we’ll explore and address unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, making therapy feel like a collaborative, natural conversation rather than a clinical process.
You may have learned early in life that acceptance may depend upon hiding parts of who you are. You may be carrying anxiety that masquerades as over-preparation, ADHD that got mislabeled as lazy, or a trauma you've never quite had the right words for. Maybe you're at a crossroads: a divorce, a career shift, an identity you've kept quiet about, or a sense that the life you've built doesn't fit who you actually are. If you've ever had to choose between belonging and being yourself, you're not alone. Healing isn't always linear, but it is possible. I've spent over 30 years helping adults find it.
You may have learned early in life that acceptance may depend upon hiding parts of who you are. You may be carrying anxiety that masquerades as over-preparation, ADHD that got mislabeled as lazy, or a trauma you've never quite had the right words for. Maybe you're at a crossroads: a divorce, a career shift, an identity you've kept quiet about, or a sense that the life you've built doesn't fit who you actually are. If you've ever had to choose between belonging and being yourself, you're not alone. Healing isn't always linear, but it is possible. I've spent over 30 years helping adults find it.
Navigating the impacts of trauma and other mental health concerns alone feels overwhelming. So it is my goal to build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship that empowers each individual to build emotional resilience, heal past trauma, and gain a deeper understanding of their experiences. Through this process, I aim to help you achieve improved overall well-being, foster strong relationships, and ultimately find greater fulfillment in your life.
Navigating the impacts of trauma and other mental health concerns alone feels overwhelming. So it is my goal to build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship that empowers each individual to build emotional resilience, heal past trauma, and gain a deeper understanding of their experiences. Through this process, I aim to help you achieve improved overall well-being, foster strong relationships, and ultimately find greater fulfillment in your life.
I enjoy encouraging clients to take an active role in their own therapeutic journey. I believe that each client is the author of their story; and I have the honor and privilege to hear that story from the author. I am a compassionate and empathetic psychotherapist, passionate about diverse genders, sexual orientations, and relationship structures. I am committed to creating a warm environment where clients feel safe to be vulnerable.
I enjoy encouraging clients to take an active role in their own therapeutic journey. I believe that each client is the author of their story; and I have the honor and privilege to hear that story from the author. I am a compassionate and empathetic psychotherapist, passionate about diverse genders, sexual orientations, and relationship structures. I am committed to creating a warm environment where clients feel safe to be vulnerable.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.