LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Grosse Pointe Park, MI

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5 Pointes Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Tammy is an ally to the LGBTQ community.
Are you struggling in your relationships? Feeling depressed and/or anxious? Do you desire more clarity in who you are and what you want from life? Are you the parent of a child in the LGBTQ community and want to know how to support them? If you are dealing with any of these concerns or living with loss or trauma, Tammy can help you find understanding and peace. You can be authentically happy in your life. ​It is possible to have fulfilling relationships with not only yourself but also with your friends, family and partner.
Tammy is an ally to the LGBTQ community.
Are you struggling in your relationships? Feeling depressed and/or anxious? Do you desire more clarity in who you are and what you want from life? Are you the parent of a child in the LGBTQ community and want to know how to support them? If you are dealing with any of these concerns or living with loss or trauma, Tammy can help you find understanding and peace. You can be authentically happy in your life. ​It is possible to have fulfilling relationships with not only yourself but also with your friends, family and partner.
(313) 351-9183 View (313) 351-9183
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Paul D Ward
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
I understand that psychological and emotional distress can come in many forms and affects each of us differently. My primary purpose is to help you overcome these obstacles, while focusing on personal growth and attaining your short and long-term goals. I am committed to helping you through the therapeutic process professionally and with confidentiality and sensitivity.
I understand that psychological and emotional distress can come in many forms and affects each of us differently. My primary purpose is to help you overcome these obstacles, while focusing on personal growth and attaining your short and long-term goals. I am committed to helping you through the therapeutic process professionally and with confidentiality and sensitivity.
(586) 307-6173 View (586) 307-6173
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Susan E. Bolton
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, MA, TLLP
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
Life can be unpredictable and overwhelming at times for all of us. My goal is to help support you through these moments. Therapy can seem scary but by providing a trusting, validating, safe and collaborative relationship, I can help support you through these challenges. Everyone comes with their own unique story and my approach is very client centered to find the best approach for you. Together, we can work to stop negative cycles and manage those challenges!
Life can be unpredictable and overwhelming at times for all of us. My goal is to help support you through these moments. Therapy can seem scary but by providing a trusting, validating, safe and collaborative relationship, I can help support you through these challenges. Everyone comes with their own unique story and my approach is very client centered to find the best approach for you. Together, we can work to stop negative cycles and manage those challenges!
(313) 634-0975 View (313) 634-0975
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Gabrielle Deschaine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
Waitlist for new clients
Fostering safety, dignity, and transparency within our therapeutic alliance, I hope to assist in strengthening the underpinnings of all other relationships.
Healthy connections provide for relationships wherein we feel integrated, empowered, and validated. When these connections are damaged we can suffer physical pain, social isolation, instability and internal fragmentation. It’s at these times, a supportive advocate can assist in repairing damaged or lost connections through a therapeutic rapport. My work is done in relationship with you, exploring how stress, trauma, addiction or disease has impacted your connections and deciding which ones need to be repaired to restore balance to your life.
Fostering safety, dignity, and transparency within our therapeutic alliance, I hope to assist in strengthening the underpinnings of all other relationships.
Healthy connections provide for relationships wherein we feel integrated, empowered, and validated. When these connections are damaged we can suffer physical pain, social isolation, instability and internal fragmentation. It’s at these times, a supportive advocate can assist in repairing damaged or lost connections through a therapeutic rapport. My work is done in relationship with you, exploring how stress, trauma, addiction or disease has impacted your connections and deciding which ones need to be repaired to restore balance to your life.
(586) 271-0148 View (586) 271-0148
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Christopher Jon Lecznar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
My goal is to help you thrive and grow by assisting you in overcoming psychological and emotional distresses. I do this by building a relationship with you, empowering you to recognize your authenticity and by promoting personal growth. I am committed in helping you achieve your short and long-term goals through a professional, personal, and confidential process.
My goal is to help you thrive and grow by assisting you in overcoming psychological and emotional distresses. I do this by building a relationship with you, empowering you to recognize your authenticity and by promoting personal growth. I am committed in helping you achieve your short and long-term goals through a professional, personal, and confidential process.
(586) 238-3743 View (586) 238-3743
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Ashley Bloom
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230  (Online Only)
Are you someone who is seeking guidance, assistance, or support with life transitions? Whether that means navigating a new relationship, choosing a school or career, dealing with a break-up or divorce, family planning, or just managing life in general, it's important to explore past issues that may have led to current patterns in mood, thought, relationships or just general functioning. I would love to help you build skills in managing stress, as well as effective communication, and believe that the therapeutic relationship we build together is especially important in building the confidence to make these changes.
Are you someone who is seeking guidance, assistance, or support with life transitions? Whether that means navigating a new relationship, choosing a school or career, dealing with a break-up or divorce, family planning, or just managing life in general, it's important to explore past issues that may have led to current patterns in mood, thought, relationships or just general functioning. I would love to help you build skills in managing stress, as well as effective communication, and believe that the therapeutic relationship we build together is especially important in building the confidence to make these changes.
(586) 474-5149 View (586) 474-5149
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Alisa Nelson
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
"Not until we are lost do we begin to understand ourselves" - Henry David Thoreau. When you are feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, and exhausted, it is so important to connect with someone compassionate who really empathizes and genuinely cares. The goal of therapy is to provide a safe space and a non-judgmental ear to explore sources of conflict and develop solutions together.
"Not until we are lost do we begin to understand ourselves" - Henry David Thoreau. When you are feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, and exhausted, it is so important to connect with someone compassionate who really empathizes and genuinely cares. The goal of therapy is to provide a safe space and a non-judgmental ear to explore sources of conflict and develop solutions together.
(586) 501-8417 View (586) 501-8417
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Marla Hull
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a clinical social worker and I have practiced in both a hospital and outpatient clinical setting as a clinical social worker, medical social worker and case manager for 40 years. I provide counseling for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder and adjustment issues related to changes in life due to loss of job, a loved one and trauma. Also, short term counseling for life changes such as; career changes, illness, chronic medical conditions and stages of life changes.
I am a clinical social worker and I have practiced in both a hospital and outpatient clinical setting as a clinical social worker, medical social worker and case manager for 40 years. I provide counseling for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder and adjustment issues related to changes in life due to loss of job, a loved one and trauma. Also, short term counseling for life changes such as; career changes, illness, chronic medical conditions and stages of life changes.
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Jen Dees
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236
You've been struggling with finding motivation, time management, planning and decision making, regulating emotions, and using substances to get through. You're not sure what to do to make healthy changes. And it's so difficult trying to choose the right therapist after reading only a few paragraphs. I get it. It’s overwhelming. Reach out if you'd like to chat and see if we may be a good fit. I specialize in working with folx struggling with ADHD/executive functioning concerns, anxiety, all things LGBTQ+, and substance use disorder.
You've been struggling with finding motivation, time management, planning and decision making, regulating emotions, and using substances to get through. You're not sure what to do to make healthy changes. And it's so difficult trying to choose the right therapist after reading only a few paragraphs. I get it. It’s overwhelming. Reach out if you'd like to chat and see if we may be a good fit. I specialize in working with folx struggling with ADHD/executive functioning concerns, anxiety, all things LGBTQ+, and substance use disorder.
(586) 701-2997 View (586) 701-2997
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Clear Innervision Counseling Service, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48224  (Online Only)
I am a licensed Clinical Therapist in Michigan and have been for over 20 years. I have worked with a diverse population including teens, adults, seniors, families and couples. I work with issues such as Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Psychotic Disorders, Low Self-Esteem, Panic Disorders, PTSD, Adjustment disorder, Grief and Loss, LGBTQ related issues, Trauma, Anger Management and Work/Life balance. Clinical settings have included in-patient mental health unit in hospitals, partial hospitalization program, residential unit for adolescents and youth, outpatient mental health settings and medication clinics.
I am a licensed Clinical Therapist in Michigan and have been for over 20 years. I have worked with a diverse population including teens, adults, seniors, families and couples. I work with issues such as Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Psychotic Disorders, Low Self-Esteem, Panic Disorders, PTSD, Adjustment disorder, Grief and Loss, LGBTQ related issues, Trauma, Anger Management and Work/Life balance. Clinical settings have included in-patient mental health unit in hospitals, partial hospitalization program, residential unit for adolescents and youth, outpatient mental health settings and medication clinics.
(313) 800-7221 View (313) 800-7221
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Mel Ciaravino
Counselor, LLC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48225  (Online Only)
When we have space in therapy to acknowledge racism, ableism, transphobia, homophobia, sexism, classism, and other experiences of marginalization, it can help us better explore external barriers and internalized judgments.
My focus includes individuals seeking care due to experiences of trauma, anxiety, ADHD, depression, addiction, life transition, relationship problems, and work issues. I am always honored to provide care for individuals with disabilities and those in the queer community. I enjoy working with clients looking to grow in areas of emotional regulation, coping with stress, caring for themselves, and following through on working toward their goals. My specialization also includes supporting individuals struggling with executive function areas such as task and time management, planning, organization, impulse control, and decision-making.
When we have space in therapy to acknowledge racism, ableism, transphobia, homophobia, sexism, classism, and other experiences of marginalization, it can help us better explore external barriers and internalized judgments.
My focus includes individuals seeking care due to experiences of trauma, anxiety, ADHD, depression, addiction, life transition, relationship problems, and work issues. I am always honored to provide care for individuals with disabilities and those in the queer community. I enjoy working with clients looking to grow in areas of emotional regulation, coping with stress, caring for themselves, and following through on working toward their goals. My specialization also includes supporting individuals struggling with executive function areas such as task and time management, planning, organization, impulse control, and decision-making.
(313) 474-9489 View (313) 474-9489
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Conflict Resolution Institute
Counselor, MAC, LPC , NCC
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
We practice the Third and newest Wave of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies targeting trans-diagnostic factors of behavioral dysfunction.
Having problems with emotions, thoughts, urges or behaviors, we can help. Experiencing difficulty adjusting to or coping with people or situations, we can help. Want to feel or think differently: live a better life, we can help. Find yourself unable to get or stay engaged in the life you want, we can help. Habitually reacting to people, feelings or ideas, repeating or returning to past behaviors, we can help. Experiencing dysfunction at home, school, work or in society, we can help. Preparing to, in the process of, or maintaining changes and want assistance with your efforts, we can help.
We practice the Third and newest Wave of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies targeting trans-diagnostic factors of behavioral dysfunction.
Having problems with emotions, thoughts, urges or behaviors, we can help. Experiencing difficulty adjusting to or coping with people or situations, we can help. Want to feel or think differently: live a better life, we can help. Find yourself unable to get or stay engaged in the life you want, we can help. Habitually reacting to people, feelings or ideas, repeating or returning to past behaviors, we can help. Experiencing dysfunction at home, school, work or in society, we can help. Preparing to, in the process of, or maintaining changes and want assistance with your efforts, we can help.
(248) 671-6891 View (248) 671-6891
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Ray Larnard Shipman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, SST, ACJ, BBA, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48224
Couple (straight, married, engaged, bf/gf, LGBTQ+), and family therapy.
Are You Ready To Be Challenged? I use your supportive spiritual tools (including soul healing), introspection, and redirection in relationships. Individual, couples, and family therapy can be billed to insurance. Couples include straight, married, partnered, bf/gf, LGBTQ. Family communication for those who are having difficulty communicating within the family. You can schedule immediately by going to motorcityhope.org, selecting schedule appointment, finding my name in the drop-down, and seeing my open spots. FYI: there is a waiting list for insurance paying clients. Cash clients have open spaces
Couple (straight, married, engaged, bf/gf, LGBTQ+), and family therapy.
Are You Ready To Be Challenged? I use your supportive spiritual tools (including soul healing), introspection, and redirection in relationships. Individual, couples, and family therapy can be billed to insurance. Couples include straight, married, partnered, bf/gf, LGBTQ. Family communication for those who are having difficulty communicating within the family. You can schedule immediately by going to motorcityhope.org, selecting schedule appointment, finding my name in the drop-down, and seeing my open spots. FYI: there is a waiting list for insurance paying clients. Cash clients have open spaces
(248) 292-3848 View (248) 292-3848
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Lynn Walsh
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
I work with Couples, Adults and Adolescents, and offer Parent Psychoeducation to assist and support parenting across the developmental span & with LGBTQ support/resource.
Where would you like to see yourself and your relationships? Would you like to build assertiveness, comfortably express your wants and needs? Recover from anxiety, depression, people pleasing or self defeating behaviors? Reconnect with your partner, improve communication, increase intimacy? We will focus on challenges that are specific to you and your life for both immediate and long term growth and relief. In our sessions you’ll receive unconditional support and develop insight, learn effective coping skills, decrease anxiety and depression, develop boundaries, increase assertiveness in healthy ways that yield results.
I work with Couples, Adults and Adolescents, and offer Parent Psychoeducation to assist and support parenting across the developmental span & with LGBTQ support/resource.
Where would you like to see yourself and your relationships? Would you like to build assertiveness, comfortably express your wants and needs? Recover from anxiety, depression, people pleasing or self defeating behaviors? Reconnect with your partner, improve communication, increase intimacy? We will focus on challenges that are specific to you and your life for both immediate and long term growth and relief. In our sessions you’ll receive unconditional support and develop insight, learn effective coping skills, decrease anxiety and depression, develop boundaries, increase assertiveness in healthy ways that yield results.
(947) 282-9390 View (947) 282-9390
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Deanne M Honeycutt
Counselor, MA, LLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
I provide therapeutic services to adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, personality disorders, gender dysphoria, trauma and PTSD, marital issues, LGBTQ+ identities and relationships, and adjustment issues.
Life is filled with ups and downs, success and stress, triumphs and tragedy. Emotional pain and psychological distress manifests itself differently for everyone. My purpose is to help you overcome these obstacles and start living a more authentic, healthy, and fulfilling life. My goal is to help you thrive and grow while attaining your short and long-term goals. I am committed to helping you through the therapeutic process professionally, and with confidentiality and sensitivity.
I provide therapeutic services to adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, personality disorders, gender dysphoria, trauma and PTSD, marital issues, LGBTQ+ identities and relationships, and adjustment issues.
Life is filled with ups and downs, success and stress, triumphs and tragedy. Emotional pain and psychological distress manifests itself differently for everyone. My purpose is to help you overcome these obstacles and start living a more authentic, healthy, and fulfilling life. My goal is to help you thrive and grow while attaining your short and long-term goals. I am committed to helping you through the therapeutic process professionally, and with confidentiality and sensitivity.
(586) 238-3399 View (586) 238-3399
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Heather Kadrich
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients of various ages and from various cultures and backgrounds. I am particularly suited to help individuals cope with various physical, sensory, and learning challenges. My goal is to help my clients empower themselves and cope with many challenges including: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, various disabilities, trauma/PTSD, and LGBTQ+ challenges, to name a few. I am now trained to offer EMDR therapy for trauma. If you or someone you know is having difficulty coping with the many stressors life can throw at us, please reach out. I look forward to meeting you :)
I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients of various ages and from various cultures and backgrounds. I am particularly suited to help individuals cope with various physical, sensory, and learning challenges. My goal is to help my clients empower themselves and cope with many challenges including: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, various disabilities, trauma/PTSD, and LGBTQ+ challenges, to name a few. I am now trained to offer EMDR therapy for trauma. If you or someone you know is having difficulty coping with the many stressors life can throw at us, please reach out. I look forward to meeting you :)
(586) 257-2055 View (586) 257-2055
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Mark Oskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
I have an innate desire to help people understand their strengths, as well as their weaknesses, so that they can live their best lives. After graduating from Boston College's School of Clinical Social Work I began working as an outpatient therapist for Sollars & Associates, a family mental health practice in the Metro Detroit area. My strengths lie with client assessment, counseling and treatment planning, with particular focus in interpersonal and family dynamics. My other interests include building social and community networks and spending time with my dog, Ferguson.
I have an innate desire to help people understand their strengths, as well as their weaknesses, so that they can live their best lives. After graduating from Boston College's School of Clinical Social Work I began working as an outpatient therapist for Sollars & Associates, a family mental health practice in the Metro Detroit area. My strengths lie with client assessment, counseling and treatment planning, with particular focus in interpersonal and family dynamics. My other interests include building social and community networks and spending time with my dog, Ferguson.
(313) 513-6287 View (313) 513-6287
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Sean Patrick McGraw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, BSW, SAT, CRC, INT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
Are you feeling more anxious, or fatigued? Experiencing less motivation. Do you feel lonely? Are you worried about your career, or relationship? Have your coping strategies turned self-destructive? I can help you feel confidence and security once more. I provide a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental, supportive, and respectful therapy that empowers and reduces stress to get you back on track. Because your time is such a valuable commodity, my approaches are very structured and goal oriented.
Are you feeling more anxious, or fatigued? Experiencing less motivation. Do you feel lonely? Are you worried about your career, or relationship? Have your coping strategies turned self-destructive? I can help you feel confidence and security once more. I provide a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental, supportive, and respectful therapy that empowers and reduces stress to get you back on track. Because your time is such a valuable commodity, my approaches are very structured and goal oriented.
(586) 488-4711 View (586) 488-4711
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Altus Home Counseling and Counselor Supervision
Counselor, PsyD, LPC-S, CCTP
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48224
Exhausted by racing thoughts? Are you tired of being highly reactive to the actions and words of other people? Did something happen that's been really hard to deal with? Not feeling like yourself? Are you tired of being tired and tired of being anxious? Ready to heal and take control of your mind and body? Are the person you want to be and know yourself to be not really reflected in your everyday life? You know you cannot continue with things the way they are. Something needs to change and change now! Let us assist you in taking action!
Exhausted by racing thoughts? Are you tired of being highly reactive to the actions and words of other people? Did something happen that's been really hard to deal with? Not feeling like yourself? Are you tired of being tired and tired of being anxious? Ready to heal and take control of your mind and body? Are the person you want to be and know yourself to be not really reflected in your everyday life? You know you cannot continue with things the way they are. Something needs to change and change now! Let us assist you in taking action!
(586) 496-7264 View (586) 496-7264
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Finding Your Balance Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
Struggling to find the energy to get out of bed in the morning? Feeling overwhelmed, worried, angry or irritable most of the time? Avoiding work, school, people or events? Wondering if anyone really likes or understands you? Stuck in patterns you can't seem to shake? We all have these feelings sometimes. But, if they are getting in the way of your daily life, I can help.
Struggling to find the energy to get out of bed in the morning? Feeling overwhelmed, worried, angry or irritable most of the time? Avoiding work, school, people or events? Wondering if anyone really likes or understands you? Stuck in patterns you can't seem to shake? We all have these feelings sometimes. But, if they are getting in the way of your daily life, I can help.
(313) 312-4749 View (313) 312-4749

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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.