LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Saugatuck, MI
As a queer, neurodivergent human, I understand the importance of finding safe spaces.
My specialties include neurodivergent support, sex therapy, trauma, depression, anxiety, somatic concerns, and negative or intrusive thought patterns. I utilize evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, Progressive Counting, and Somatic Therapy. I also hold certifications in Sex Therapy, Sexuality Education, and Trauma Therapy.
As a queer, neurodivergent human, I understand the importance of finding safe spaces.
My specialties include neurodivergent support, sex therapy, trauma, depression, anxiety, somatic concerns, and negative or intrusive thought patterns. I utilize evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, Progressive Counting, and Somatic Therapy. I also hold certifications in Sex Therapy, Sexuality Education, and Trauma Therapy.
We work with folks of all identities, but we specialize in offering therapy to queer folks and their loved ones.
Now seeing clients in Michigan! When we're feeling the weight of the world, it's a good time to have some extra support in our corner. At Bespoke Healing, we like to form connections with folks that feel supportive, brave, and most of all, REAL. We know therapy is going well when we see folks begin to step out in new ways to improve their relationships and quality of life. We find it fruitful to explore how past traumas show up in current relationships, and our therapists are active in session as part of our relational style. We also help folks befriend their bodies as an important resource.
We work with folks of all identities, but we specialize in offering therapy to queer folks and their loved ones.
Now seeing clients in Michigan! When we're feeling the weight of the world, it's a good time to have some extra support in our corner. At Bespoke Healing, we like to form connections with folks that feel supportive, brave, and most of all, REAL. We know therapy is going well when we see folks begin to step out in new ways to improve their relationships and quality of life. We find it fruitful to explore how past traumas show up in current relationships, and our therapists are active in session as part of our relational style. We also help folks befriend their bodies as an important resource.
Therapy ROCKS! This is the perfect time to go inward and heal! My practice focuses on GenX , Millenial and Gen Z Women, and their needs. Women of a certain (r)age. Each generation carriers burdens that are unique to the shifting tides of parenting, partnering and self worth. Prioritize your mental health, and your overall well-being. Let's do it together so you can thrive and experience joy and happiness every day! By nurturing connections that can encourage recovery from chronic PTSD, relationship trauma, sexual assault, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, general burnout, caretaking burnout, etc., you'll find your inner voice
Therapy ROCKS! This is the perfect time to go inward and heal! My practice focuses on GenX , Millenial and Gen Z Women, and their needs. Women of a certain (r)age. Each generation carriers burdens that are unique to the shifting tides of parenting, partnering and self worth. Prioritize your mental health, and your overall well-being. Let's do it together so you can thrive and experience joy and happiness every day! By nurturing connections that can encourage recovery from chronic PTSD, relationship trauma, sexual assault, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, general burnout, caretaking burnout, etc., you'll find your inner voice
I am especially passionate about supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies, providing an affirming space where authenticity, identity, and lived experience are honored.
If you are seeking a therapist who prioritizes psychological safety, I would be honored to connect with you. I integrate a holistic, trauma-informed approach to create a healing environment that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit—offering a space that is both restorative and empowering.
I believe each person is unique, with their own experiences, strengths, and needs. My approach is tailored to meet you where you are in the moment, creating a safe, supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life's challenges and transitions.
I am especially passionate about supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies, providing an affirming space where authenticity, identity, and lived experience are honored.
If you are seeking a therapist who prioritizes psychological safety, I would be honored to connect with you. I integrate a holistic, trauma-informed approach to create a healing environment that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit—offering a space that is both restorative and empowering.
I believe each person is unique, with their own experiences, strengths, and needs. My approach is tailored to meet you where you are in the moment, creating a safe, supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life's challenges and transitions.
If you are looking for a non-judgmental therapist who will provide insight into your own self-awareness, then I welcome your call. I guide my clients in an environment that assists you in connecting to your inner guidance system. My intention is to support your success in all areas of your life. I am licensed and experienced in clinical social work and qualified in psychotherapy. I am certified in life coaching, Imago couples and relationship counseling. Imago couples’ therapy has proven to be one of the most successful avenues for positive results for couples. Please contact me to learn more.
If you are looking for a non-judgmental therapist who will provide insight into your own self-awareness, then I welcome your call. I guide my clients in an environment that assists you in connecting to your inner guidance system. My intention is to support your success in all areas of your life. I am licensed and experienced in clinical social work and qualified in psychotherapy. I am certified in life coaching, Imago couples and relationship counseling. Imago couples’ therapy has proven to be one of the most successful avenues for positive results for couples. Please contact me to learn more.
Are you enjoying life as much as you would like to be? Are you suffering from states of depression, anxiety or anger? Are you enjoying your relationships as much as you would like? Do you need an understanding listener who has a great deal of empathy for your unique situation? Do you need the help of a trained professional to guide you in reaching your goals?
Are you enjoying life as much as you would like to be? Are you suffering from states of depression, anxiety or anger? Are you enjoying your relationships as much as you would like? Do you need an understanding listener who has a great deal of empathy for your unique situation? Do you need the help of a trained professional to guide you in reaching your goals?
I have found that self understanding always brings with it a measure of peace. I offer a collaborative journey to understand your unique story in an emotionally safe and respectful environment. My hope is to bring understanding to the parts of your life that seem to make no sense.
I have found that self understanding always brings with it a measure of peace. I offer a collaborative journey to understand your unique story in an emotionally safe and respectful environment. My hope is to bring understanding to the parts of your life that seem to make no sense.
My clients tend to be experiencing stress and want to find connections between past experiences, patterns of response, strong emotions and current life circumstances. Life transitions can feel overwhelming and loss can become a catalyst for change. This is often the beginning of an opportunity to gain greater understanding of our selves and the meaning we make in our lives.
My clients tend to be experiencing stress and want to find connections between past experiences, patterns of response, strong emotions and current life circumstances. Life transitions can feel overwhelming and loss can become a catalyst for change. This is often the beginning of an opportunity to gain greater understanding of our selves and the meaning we make in our lives.
As a psychoanalyst with 40+ years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, parents, and couples, individuals often to come see me when they have reached the limit of how families, parents, friends, teachers, and colleagues can help. People with whom I have worked have taught me how being understood and responded to regarding interpersonal concerns, conflicts, and crises, can help them move forward in their lives. Just as with chronic physical pain, no one deserves to live with chronic emotional pain. Therapy, as I practice it, is based upon a collaborative effort to alleviate such pain and move forward.
As a psychoanalyst with 40+ years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, parents, and couples, individuals often to come see me when they have reached the limit of how families, parents, friends, teachers, and colleagues can help. People with whom I have worked have taught me how being understood and responded to regarding interpersonal concerns, conflicts, and crises, can help them move forward in their lives. Just as with chronic physical pain, no one deserves to live with chronic emotional pain. Therapy, as I practice it, is based upon a collaborative effort to alleviate such pain and move forward.
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you. - Maya Angelou. If you have ever felt that, like your pain is too much or too hard to say out loud, this is the space for you.
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you. - Maya Angelou. If you have ever felt that, like your pain is too much or too hard to say out loud, this is the space for you.
Life can be challenging, whether you’re facing ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma, caregiver fatigue, parenting challenges, trauma caused by betrayal, marital issues, divorce, or difficulties faced within the LGBTQ+ community.
In our work together, we’ll focus on both the strengths you already have and the new tools you can develop to navigate life’s ups and downs. My goal is for you to feel equipped with strategies that work for you—tools you can rely on when things feel tough. Using a trauma-informed approach, along with CBT and mindfulness, we'll find what works for you.
Life can be challenging, whether you’re facing ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma, caregiver fatigue, parenting challenges, trauma caused by betrayal, marital issues, divorce, or difficulties faced within the LGBTQ+ community.
In our work together, we’ll focus on both the strengths you already have and the new tools you can develop to navigate life’s ups and downs. My goal is for you to feel equipped with strategies that work for you—tools you can rely on when things feel tough. Using a trauma-informed approach, along with CBT and mindfulness, we'll find what works for you.
People enter into a counseling relationship when nothing else seems to be working. Although most people soon make comments such as, “(Counseling) was a lot better than I thought it would be”, few people seek counseling as a first option. More often we seek out techniques that either help us to temporarily avoid (e.g., media, social networking) our anxiety, or we seek temporary shots of pleasure (e.g., alcohol, food, pornography) that make us feel good for a short time. Soon enough we realize that all of these things leave us feeling more hollow and lonely, and that is when we start thinking about counseling.
People enter into a counseling relationship when nothing else seems to be working. Although most people soon make comments such as, “(Counseling) was a lot better than I thought it would be”, few people seek counseling as a first option. More often we seek out techniques that either help us to temporarily avoid (e.g., media, social networking) our anxiety, or we seek temporary shots of pleasure (e.g., alcohol, food, pornography) that make us feel good for a short time. Soon enough we realize that all of these things leave us feeling more hollow and lonely, and that is when we start thinking about counseling.
Turtle Path Counseling PLLC - Theresa Butler, LMSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, IMHP
Serves Area
I have a unique approach to therapy, where the focus is to learn who you are and what you have experienced to help you find the peace and purpose you are seeking. I use an integrative and creative concepts in our sessions to help you address concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, health issues, and traumatic stress. Turtle Path is a relaxed therapy environment that is welcoming and accepting and is designed to be a place where you can slow down to process your thoughts, feelings, and life situations toward healing and growth.
I have a unique approach to therapy, where the focus is to learn who you are and what you have experienced to help you find the peace and purpose you are seeking. I use an integrative and creative concepts in our sessions to help you address concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, health issues, and traumatic stress. Turtle Path is a relaxed therapy environment that is welcoming and accepting and is designed to be a place where you can slow down to process your thoughts, feelings, and life situations toward healing and growth.
Are you caught in a cycle of porn use or sexual behaviors that feel hard to control? You’re now at a point where your sexual choices could be damaging your relationship. Whether you've finally decided for yourself that you’re tired of being controlled by your sexual drive; or whether your partner or loved one is worried about you, now’s the time to empower yourself to get better.
Are you caught in a cycle of porn use or sexual behaviors that feel hard to control? You’re now at a point where your sexual choices could be damaging your relationship. Whether you've finally decided for yourself that you’re tired of being controlled by your sexual drive; or whether your partner or loved one is worried about you, now’s the time to empower yourself to get better.
Are you feeling exhausted, worried, lonely, confused, overwhelmed, or just want someone to hear you? You are not alone. I'm a licensed clinical therapist and I specialize in treating PTSD (+complex trauma) as well as anxiety and depression. I love meeting new people and I would be honored to work together to help you clear a path towards the healthiest version of you!
Are you feeling exhausted, worried, lonely, confused, overwhelmed, or just want someone to hear you? You are not alone. I'm a licensed clinical therapist and I specialize in treating PTSD (+complex trauma) as well as anxiety and depression. I love meeting new people and I would be honored to work together to help you clear a path towards the healthiest version of you!
My integrative approach to therapy respects and values the diversity and uniqueness of each client. I offer mental health counseling to both adults and adolescents, utilizing a variety of therapeutic styles and modalities tailored to best fit the client and their specific situation. My holistic approach considers the influence of the systems in which individuals and families operate. Additionally, I emphasize the importance of mind, body, and spirit awareness and connectedness as crucial elements for achieving overall change and empowered living.
My integrative approach to therapy respects and values the diversity and uniqueness of each client. I offer mental health counseling to both adults and adolescents, utilizing a variety of therapeutic styles and modalities tailored to best fit the client and their specific situation. My holistic approach considers the influence of the systems in which individuals and families operate. Additionally, I emphasize the importance of mind, body, and spirit awareness and connectedness as crucial elements for achieving overall change and empowered living.
Hi, I'm glad you're here. My goal as a counselor is to provide you with a safe and compassionate space where you can find peace, healing, and hope. While this journey is yours, you do not have to face it alone. Although, physically located in Michigan; I am also licensed in Connecticut and Wyoming. I believe therapy should be accessible; therefor I offer online support throughout all three of these states.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families across settings, including the home, community, residential programs, outpatient & virtual care.
Hi, I'm glad you're here. My goal as a counselor is to provide you with a safe and compassionate space where you can find peace, healing, and hope. While this journey is yours, you do not have to face it alone. Although, physically located in Michigan; I am also licensed in Connecticut and Wyoming. I believe therapy should be accessible; therefor I offer online support throughout all three of these states.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families across settings, including the home, community, residential programs, outpatient & virtual care.
I consider myself neurodivergent-affirmative, LGBTQ+-affirmative, and ENM-friendly.
Do you feel stuck in a loop of unproductive arguments? Does your neurodivergence make things feel like every corner is a rollercoaster and happening to you no matter how hard you try? Are you and your partner feeling like you're at a loss on figuring out how to communicate? These are all experiences I would love to work with you on. Together, we’ll create goals that will lead you to the calm nervous system you seek within your life. This could look like addressing low self-esteem, increasing social skills, understanding the impact of neurodivergence within your relationship, and/or navigating life transitions within relationships.
I consider myself neurodivergent-affirmative, LGBTQ+-affirmative, and ENM-friendly.
Do you feel stuck in a loop of unproductive arguments? Does your neurodivergence make things feel like every corner is a rollercoaster and happening to you no matter how hard you try? Are you and your partner feeling like you're at a loss on figuring out how to communicate? These are all experiences I would love to work with you on. Together, we’ll create goals that will lead you to the calm nervous system you seek within your life. This could look like addressing low self-esteem, increasing social skills, understanding the impact of neurodivergence within your relationship, and/or navigating life transitions within relationships.
Maybe you feel yourself start to close off when someone asks how you're doing, because you don't really know the answer. Maybe you're a parent, who doesn't recognize who your teen has become. Maybe your partner doesn't feel like your partner, this relationship doesn't look like how you envisioned it would anymore. Maybe depression, guilt, or shame have become so familiar, that you wonder what therapy would even do. Maybe you just want to be known by someone.
Maybe you feel yourself start to close off when someone asks how you're doing, because you don't really know the answer. Maybe you're a parent, who doesn't recognize who your teen has become. Maybe your partner doesn't feel like your partner, this relationship doesn't look like how you envisioned it would anymore. Maybe depression, guilt, or shame have become so familiar, that you wonder what therapy would even do. Maybe you just want to be known by someone.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you're navigating a specific challenge or seeking deeper personal growth, I’m here to help you move forward with clarity, strength, and purpose.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you're navigating a specific challenge or seeking deeper personal growth, I’m here to help you move forward with clarity, strength, and purpose.
Nearby LGBTQ+ Therapists Searches for Saugatuck
- Allegan
- Allendale
- Byron Center
- Douglas
- Gobles
- Grand Haven
- Holland
- Hudsonville
- Jenison
- Otsego
- South Haven
- Zeeland
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.