LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Royal Oak, MI
I am an LGBTQ identified therapist with a special interest in LGBTQ related issues, but love working with individuals and couples of all backgrounds.
Life can be messy! Whether it's a looming deadline, a difficult conversation with someone you care about, or simply the daily stress of juggling everything, saying you're overwhelmed can feel like a huge understatement. My primary goal as a therapist is to create a warm, welcoming space where you can show up just as you are - messy moments included. Through authentic connection and a conversational approach (which, yes, sometimes includes laughter), we’ll work together to manage the complexities of daily life and improve the relationships that matter most, starting with the one you have with yourself.
I am an LGBTQ identified therapist with a special interest in LGBTQ related issues, but love working with individuals and couples of all backgrounds.
Life can be messy! Whether it's a looming deadline, a difficult conversation with someone you care about, or simply the daily stress of juggling everything, saying you're overwhelmed can feel like a huge understatement. My primary goal as a therapist is to create a warm, welcoming space where you can show up just as you are - messy moments included. Through authentic connection and a conversational approach (which, yes, sometimes includes laughter), we’ll work together to manage the complexities of daily life and improve the relationships that matter most, starting with the one you have with yourself.
Relationship Academy MI serves adult individuals, couples, families, and children seeking support for relationship stress, communication challenges, ADHD in relationships, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Clients often want practical tools, deeper connection, and meaningful change. We offer evidence-based therapy and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy via telehealth for adults and couples. Accessibility matters to us, with an affordable therapy program offering sessions as low as $30 per session.
Relationship Academy MI serves adult individuals, couples, families, and children seeking support for relationship stress, communication challenges, ADHD in relationships, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Clients often want practical tools, deeper connection, and meaningful change. We offer evidence-based therapy and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy via telehealth for adults and couples. Accessibility matters to us, with an affordable therapy program offering sessions as low as $30 per session.
Pizzi has helped gay men and couples find intimacy and happiness for over 25 years.
¡Gregg habla español! Visite www.DrPizzi.com o contacte por WhatsApp al 1-888-DRPIZZI (1-888-377-4994) para hacer una cita. El Dr. Pizzi es completamente bilingüe y bicultural. ¡Esperamos la oportunidad de servirle!
Pizzi has helped gay men and couples find intimacy and happiness for over 25 years.
¡Gregg habla español! Visite www.DrPizzi.com o contacte por WhatsApp al 1-888-DRPIZZI (1-888-377-4994) para hacer una cita. El Dr. Pizzi es completamente bilingüe y bicultural. ¡Esperamos la oportunidad de servirle!
I work with adults and have particular expertise with men and LGBTQ+ clients.
Are you feeling stuck or out of alignment, like your life looks fine on the outside but doesn’t feel right on the inside? Maybe past therapy hasn’t helped, or you are overwhelmed by anxiety, low motivation, relationship struggles or career questions. You might be dealing with ADHD, substance use, relationship struggles or just a nagging sense that you have lost direction. You don’t want a passive listener. You need someone who gets it and knows how to help. Most of my clients are navigating complex personal and professional lives, often feeling isolated or disconnected in the process.
I work with adults and have particular expertise with men and LGBTQ+ clients.
Are you feeling stuck or out of alignment, like your life looks fine on the outside but doesn’t feel right on the inside? Maybe past therapy hasn’t helped, or you are overwhelmed by anxiety, low motivation, relationship struggles or career questions. You might be dealing with ADHD, substance use, relationship struggles or just a nagging sense that you have lost direction. You don’t want a passive listener. You need someone who gets it and knows how to help. Most of my clients are navigating complex personal and professional lives, often feeling isolated or disconnected in the process.
I specialize with youth and young adults, especially those in the LGBTQIA plus community, helping them manage life's everyday challenges while building confidence, resilience, and self-acceptance.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and you don’t have to face it alone. Hi, I'm Christopher, and I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for individuals of all ages to work through life’s challenges. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on your strengths while helping you develop tools to manage stress, improve relationships, and achieve your goals.
I specialize with youth and young adults, especially those in the LGBTQIA plus community, helping them manage life's everyday challenges while building confidence, resilience, and self-acceptance.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and you don’t have to face it alone. Hi, I'm Christopher, and I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for individuals of all ages to work through life’s challenges. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on your strengths while helping you develop tools to manage stress, improve relationships, and achieve your goals.
You’ve been holding it together for a long time—functioning on the outside, but overwhelmed inside. Maybe the anxiety won’t quiet down, or the sadness keeps creeping in. You might be questioning who you are, struggling with past pain, or just feeling disconnected from the life you’re living. You crave relief, clarity, and a sense of wholeness. You want to feel understood, not judged. You want a space where you can finally exhale and be fully yourself—no masks, no pressure. If that sounds like you, you’re in the right place.
You’ve been holding it together for a long time—functioning on the outside, but overwhelmed inside. Maybe the anxiety won’t quiet down, or the sadness keeps creeping in. You might be questioning who you are, struggling with past pain, or just feeling disconnected from the life you’re living. You crave relief, clarity, and a sense of wholeness. You want to feel understood, not judged. You want a space where you can finally exhale and be fully yourself—no masks, no pressure. If that sounds like you, you’re in the right place.
I offer individual and couples therapy, specializing in OCD, and support trauma, anxiety, depression, panic, identity, confidence, life transitions, including LGBTQIA+ and polyamorous couples.
In our work together, you can expect a welcoming, judgment-free space where we explore what’s going on in your mind, your body, and your relationship. I use CBT, ACT, ERP, mindfulness, and somatic-based tools to help manage anxiety, improve communication, reconnect with your strengths, and build a more grounded sense of self, individually or as a couple.
I offer individual and couples therapy, specializing in OCD, and support trauma, anxiety, depression, panic, identity, confidence, life transitions, including LGBTQIA+ and polyamorous couples.
In our work together, you can expect a welcoming, judgment-free space where we explore what’s going on in your mind, your body, and your relationship. I use CBT, ACT, ERP, mindfulness, and somatic-based tools to help manage anxiety, improve communication, reconnect with your strengths, and build a more grounded sense of self, individually or as a couple.
Many people have questions or concerns about their sexuality, sexual identity, and sexual attractions. They wonder if their lack of desire for their partner can change, how they can feel more comfortable engaging in sex, whether their sexuality is "normal," and what their attractions mean about them. They may feel embarrassed talking to their doctor about erectile problems or sexual pain. As an AASECT certified sex therapist, I work with teens and adults to confront these fears, answer questions, and improve sexual self concept and sexual health.
Many people have questions or concerns about their sexuality, sexual identity, and sexual attractions. They wonder if their lack of desire for their partner can change, how they can feel more comfortable engaging in sex, whether their sexuality is "normal," and what their attractions mean about them. They may feel embarrassed talking to their doctor about erectile problems or sexual pain. As an AASECT certified sex therapist, I work with teens and adults to confront these fears, answer questions, and improve sexual self concept and sexual health.
Do you fit in? Your silent thoughts to yourself question whether others really understand you. It’s tough because you’ve tried so hard to reach out and be friendly and even demonstrate care and compassion for others. Nevertheless, you wonder if that same care get’s directed back at you. Sometimes it feels like you don’t fit in. Do you have questions about whether this means that there is something wrong with you? Probably not! In life, striving to fit in can be an empty pursuit. What if you could switch that and really feel that you belonged instead of just fitting in.
Do you fit in? Your silent thoughts to yourself question whether others really understand you. It’s tough because you’ve tried so hard to reach out and be friendly and even demonstrate care and compassion for others. Nevertheless, you wonder if that same care get’s directed back at you. Sometimes it feels like you don’t fit in. Do you have questions about whether this means that there is something wrong with you? Probably not! In life, striving to fit in can be an empty pursuit. What if you could switch that and really feel that you belonged instead of just fitting in.
As a Certified Sex Therapist and Sexologist, I provide a compassionate, sex-positive environment that supports both mental health and sexual well-being. Sexuality and mental health are deeply interconnected, and both deserve space, care, and honest exploration.
My practice is inclusive of all identities, orientations, genders, and sexual expressions. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, sexual concerns, identity exploration, gender-affirming care, kink, or personal growth, I offer a safe, affirming space to understand yourself more fully and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
As a Certified Sex Therapist and Sexologist, I provide a compassionate, sex-positive environment that supports both mental health and sexual well-being. Sexuality and mental health are deeply interconnected, and both deserve space, care, and honest exploration.
My practice is inclusive of all identities, orientations, genders, and sexual expressions. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, sexual concerns, identity exploration, gender-affirming care, kink, or personal growth, I offer a safe, affirming space to understand yourself more fully and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
You question if you are the problem or if you’re at fault for the issues in your life or what happened to you. From the moment you wake, your thoughts are racing, and through much of the day, you’re plagued with flashes of intrusive memories. The constant overwhelm causes you to struggle constantly, and it feels like peace is impossible. A voice in your head tells you to “feel your feelings,” but how do you do that without spiraling? On top of your inner chaos, the people in your life walk all over you without a care. You have been hearing a lot of talk of “setting boundaries,” but worry about pushing people away.
You question if you are the problem or if you’re at fault for the issues in your life or what happened to you. From the moment you wake, your thoughts are racing, and through much of the day, you’re plagued with flashes of intrusive memories. The constant overwhelm causes you to struggle constantly, and it feels like peace is impossible. A voice in your head tells you to “feel your feelings,” but how do you do that without spiraling? On top of your inner chaos, the people in your life walk all over you without a care. You have been hearing a lot of talk of “setting boundaries,” but worry about pushing people away.
I am also experienced in working with the LGBTQIA community.
You’ve been living by everyone else’s needs instead of your own. You want to stop abandoning yourself, but everyone else is relying on you, and you can’t let them down. You attempt to prioritize your wellbeing, but every time you plan to do something for yourself, you feel a pervasive sense of guilt. Knowing you’re everyone’s go-to counselor and cheerleader provides temporary relief from the profound feelings of worthlessness that plague you. While you’re dedicated to the happiness of others, the true reason for your incredible care is that you’re terrified of being alone and disappointing others.
I am also experienced in working with the LGBTQIA community.
You’ve been living by everyone else’s needs instead of your own. You want to stop abandoning yourself, but everyone else is relying on you, and you can’t let them down. You attempt to prioritize your wellbeing, but every time you plan to do something for yourself, you feel a pervasive sense of guilt. Knowing you’re everyone’s go-to counselor and cheerleader provides temporary relief from the profound feelings of worthlessness that plague you. While you’re dedicated to the happiness of others, the true reason for your incredible care is that you’re terrified of being alone and disappointing others.
Rosemary A. Jozwiak, and Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LPC, PhD, MA
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Struggles with depression, anxiety, addiction, anger management, grief and loss, life transitions, child and adolescent issues, parenting challenges, women’s issues, sexual identity, self esteem, relationship challenges, divorce or breakup recovery, health and wellness, chronic illness, learning disabilities, self-harming behavior, LGBTQIA life struggles, gender confusion, transgender transitioning plus relevant issues for their family members.
Rosemary A. Jozwiak and Associates offer individual, group, couple and family psychotherapy sessions. We utilize a variety of strategies and techniques for children, adolescents, teens and adults that include holistic psychotherapy, energy therapies and traditional modalities which encompass the whole person.
Struggles with depression, anxiety, addiction, anger management, grief and loss, life transitions, child and adolescent issues, parenting challenges, women’s issues, sexual identity, self esteem, relationship challenges, divorce or breakup recovery, health and wellness, chronic illness, learning disabilities, self-harming behavior, LGBTQIA life struggles, gender confusion, transgender transitioning plus relevant issues for their family members.
Rosemary A. Jozwiak and Associates offer individual, group, couple and family psychotherapy sessions. We utilize a variety of strategies and techniques for children, adolescents, teens and adults that include holistic psychotherapy, energy therapies and traditional modalities which encompass the whole person.
Are you tired of feeling consistently unheard and misunderstood? Do you want to improve your sense of belonging and connection to the world around you and the people in it? Have you found yourself isolating or concealing your feelings when you really want to be seen and loved?
Maybe you and your partner are struggling to see each other's point of view? Or you feel you feel like you're hiding important parts of yourself from your loved ones. Maybe you want to become the kind of person you need right now for both yourself and others.
Are you tired of feeling consistently unheard and misunderstood? Do you want to improve your sense of belonging and connection to the world around you and the people in it? Have you found yourself isolating or concealing your feelings when you really want to be seen and loved?
Maybe you and your partner are struggling to see each other's point of view? Or you feel you feel like you're hiding important parts of yourself from your loved ones. Maybe you want to become the kind of person you need right now for both yourself and others.
I am here to support LGBTQIA youth and adults and those that love and support them.
I have over a dozen years experience working with folx on issues of identity, depression, anxiety, neurodiversity, and relationships. I focus on your goals and needs and make sure therapy is working for you. I am especially skilled at navigating the coming out process and am happy to write letters for folx looking to transition.
I am here to support LGBTQIA youth and adults and those that love and support them.
I have over a dozen years experience working with folx on issues of identity, depression, anxiety, neurodiversity, and relationships. I focus on your goals and needs and make sure therapy is working for you. I am especially skilled at navigating the coming out process and am happy to write letters for folx looking to transition.
Do you find yourself always arguing with your child? Does it feel like your minds work completely opposite from each other? You all used to get along so well and now you feel so distant. Or maybe your child is struggling in school and you dread parent-teacher conferences. Maybe your child's friendships have changed in a profoundly negative way and you worry for your child. Growing up and becoming independent has never been more difficult for the younger generation, and I am here to assist your family in navigating these challenges.
Do you find yourself always arguing with your child? Does it feel like your minds work completely opposite from each other? You all used to get along so well and now you feel so distant. Or maybe your child is struggling in school and you dread parent-teacher conferences. Maybe your child's friendships have changed in a profoundly negative way and you worry for your child. Growing up and becoming independent has never been more difficult for the younger generation, and I am here to assist your family in navigating these challenges.
Gregory Johnson has extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA +community.
Gregory is passionate about developing a targeted treatment plan to assist clients with various challenges toward embracing and taking action on a life worth living. His clients include individuals, couples, families and teens as well as older adults.
Gregory Johnson has extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA +community.
Gregory is passionate about developing a targeted treatment plan to assist clients with various challenges toward embracing and taking action on a life worth living. His clients include individuals, couples, families and teens as well as older adults.
LGBTQ individuals and couples, blended families, Couples experiencing problems with communication and conflicts Individuals with a history of childhood trauma
Hello,
My name is Karenna Lang and I am a licensed master's level clinical therapist. My educational background includes master's degrees from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and the University of London. I am licensed to practice in the State of Michigan as well as the State of Connecticut.
If you are facing challenges in your life and are considering therapy I am happy to assist. Many of us experience issues with anxiety, confidence, and self-esteem.
LGBTQ individuals and couples, blended families, Couples experiencing problems with communication and conflicts Individuals with a history of childhood trauma
Hello,
My name is Karenna Lang and I am a licensed master's level clinical therapist. My educational background includes master's degrees from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and the University of London. I am licensed to practice in the State of Michigan as well as the State of Connecticut.
If you are facing challenges in your life and are considering therapy I am happy to assist. Many of us experience issues with anxiety, confidence, and self-esteem.
I am an affirming LGBTQIA+ ally.
Aside from my experience as a counselor, I have over 30 yrs experience working w. the athletic population with a background in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine serving HS, college and pros. My background enables me to assist people who may be experiencing performance difficulties related to anxiety or injury. I'm a proud supporter of Special Olympics, too.
I am an affirming LGBTQIA+ ally.
Aside from my experience as a counselor, I have over 30 yrs experience working w. the athletic population with a background in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine serving HS, college and pros. My background enables me to assist people who may be experiencing performance difficulties related to anxiety or injury. I'm a proud supporter of Special Olympics, too.
We also have BIPOC and LGBTQ affirming therapists in our practice.
You're exhausted from always trying to hold it together. No matter how hard you try, you constantly feel stuck. Your body holds onto trauma and stress, keeping you constantly on edge, as if danger is always lurking. You wonder if something is wrong with you or if you're broken. It feels like you've lost your direction, but deep down, you know there’s more to you than what you've experienced. You're choosing healing and growth, refusing to give up on yourself. This is your moment for change, though you're uncertain where to begin. You feel ready to release the trauma that has been holding you back.
We also have BIPOC and LGBTQ affirming therapists in our practice.
You're exhausted from always trying to hold it together. No matter how hard you try, you constantly feel stuck. Your body holds onto trauma and stress, keeping you constantly on edge, as if danger is always lurking. You wonder if something is wrong with you or if you're broken. It feels like you've lost your direction, but deep down, you know there’s more to you than what you've experienced. You're choosing healing and growth, refusing to give up on yourself. This is your moment for change, though you're uncertain where to begin. You feel ready to release the trauma that has been holding you back.
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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.