LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Wyoming, MI
I am trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, and I specialize in working with folks in the LGBTQ+ community, and those with anxiety disorders.
I specialize in working with people who have experienced abuse, sexual assault, trauma, and hardships in life. I also provide general counseling for those who struggle with anxiety, depression, stage of life changes and a variety of other issues. Together, we will build a treatment plan tailored to your needs, and walk together on your healing journey to become the version of yourself that you have always wanted to be.
I would be honored to work with you!
I am trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, and I specialize in working with folks in the LGBTQ+ community, and those with anxiety disorders.
I specialize in working with people who have experienced abuse, sexual assault, trauma, and hardships in life. I also provide general counseling for those who struggle with anxiety, depression, stage of life changes and a variety of other issues. Together, we will build a treatment plan tailored to your needs, and walk together on your healing journey to become the version of yourself that you have always wanted to be.
I would be honored to work with you!
You might be a college student balancing academic and personal demands, a fellow member of the LGBTQIA+ community seeking a safe space, or a therapist looking for support while deepening your personal growth.
I offer a collaborative, compassionate, strengths-based, and holistic space for healing and growth. Rooted in Humanistic Psychology, my approach combines empathy and authenticity with evidence-based tools tailored to my clients' needs. I am also working on my Ph.D in counseling psychology and offer psychological assessment services while under supervision.
You might be a college student balancing academic and personal demands, a fellow member of the LGBTQIA+ community seeking a safe space, or a therapist looking for support while deepening your personal growth.
I offer a collaborative, compassionate, strengths-based, and holistic space for healing and growth. Rooted in Humanistic Psychology, my approach combines empathy and authenticity with evidence-based tools tailored to my clients' needs. I am also working on my Ph.D in counseling psychology and offer psychological assessment services while under supervision.
I especially enjoy working with queer and trans individuals and I strive provide an affirming space that acknowledges the impact of culture, marginalization, and systemic oppression while fostering resilience and self-compassion.
I take an integrative, person-centered approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), motivational interviewing, and strengths-based interventions.
I especially enjoy working with queer and trans individuals and I strive provide an affirming space that acknowledges the impact of culture, marginalization, and systemic oppression while fostering resilience and self-compassion.
I take an integrative, person-centered approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), motivational interviewing, and strengths-based interventions.
Additionally, I hold a Certificate in Sex Therapy from the University of Michigan with over 150hrs of specialized training & education in sexual health & wellbeing ( LGBTQ+, concerns with desire/libido, pain, trauma, & more).
The decision to start therapy can be overwhelming & anxiety provoking. You may be wondering how therapy can help or who the right therapist is. You're not alone! My hope is to help you feel comfortable & confident in your decision to be here. I have over eight years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, life transitions, mood disorders, family &/or relational conflict, grief, complex medical diagnoses, & trauma. I strive to create an environment in which we identify where change is needed while highlighting the strengths you already possess. I value building trust, fostering connection, & embracing vulnerability.
Additionally, I hold a Certificate in Sex Therapy from the University of Michigan with over 150hrs of specialized training & education in sexual health & wellbeing ( LGBTQ+, concerns with desire/libido, pain, trauma, & more).
The decision to start therapy can be overwhelming & anxiety provoking. You may be wondering how therapy can help or who the right therapist is. You're not alone! My hope is to help you feel comfortable & confident in your decision to be here. I have over eight years of clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, life transitions, mood disorders, family &/or relational conflict, grief, complex medical diagnoses, & trauma. I strive to create an environment in which we identify where change is needed while highlighting the strengths you already possess. I value building trust, fostering connection, & embracing vulnerability.
Have you ever found yourself unable to feel better, despite past attempts to think your way out and move forward? Have you found that the same types of hardships keep happening over and over in your work and relationships keeping you in cycles of chronic coping? Maybe you've seen talk therapists or doctors for your symptoms before but were handed one size fits all advice that didn't help for long. Or maybe you hold pain that's difficult to talk about. Are you tired of feeling stuck? Are you looking to get to the root of these challenges and not just survive, but actually live?
Have you ever found yourself unable to feel better, despite past attempts to think your way out and move forward? Have you found that the same types of hardships keep happening over and over in your work and relationships keeping you in cycles of chronic coping? Maybe you've seen talk therapists or doctors for your symptoms before but were handed one size fits all advice that didn't help for long. Or maybe you hold pain that's difficult to talk about. Are you tired of feeling stuck? Are you looking to get to the root of these challenges and not just survive, but actually live?
I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish), queer, & AuDHD clinician specializing in trauma across the lifespan (ages 4+), working with the LGBTQIA+ community, relational concerns, & providing therapy to other mental healthcare providers.
My practice is rooted in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-Centered, & Relational/Feminist theories of practice. I often work with clients to increase their mind-body connection. With children, I operate from a Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) lens. I view my role as a collaborator, & believe my clients are the experts of their own stories.
I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish), queer, & AuDHD clinician specializing in trauma across the lifespan (ages 4+), working with the LGBTQIA+ community, relational concerns, & providing therapy to other mental healthcare providers.
My practice is rooted in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-Centered, & Relational/Feminist theories of practice. I often work with clients to increase their mind-body connection. With children, I operate from a Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) lens. I view my role as a collaborator, & believe my clients are the experts of their own stories.
I work with folks of all ages 8 and up, although adolescents, young adults, and LGBTQIA+ topics are my jam!
My goal is to build a strong, trusting relationship with each person I meet and help them navigate their experiences and find their unique voice with confidence and resilience. I use fun, engaging therapy techniques and work collaboratively with individuals and families to develop practical strategies for managing their mental health.
I work with folks of all ages 8 and up, although adolescents, young adults, and LGBTQIA+ topics are my jam!
My goal is to build a strong, trusting relationship with each person I meet and help them navigate their experiences and find their unique voice with confidence and resilience. I use fun, engaging therapy techniques and work collaboratively with individuals and families to develop practical strategies for managing their mental health.
Five Lakes Counseling & Psychological Services is dedicated to compassionate, comprehensive mental health care. Our clinicians provide therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and couples, as well as psychological evaluations for cognitive and neurodevelopmental disorders. Whether you're seeking support through therapy or clarity from an evaluation, we’re here to help. Taking the first step can feel daunting, but it’s a sign of strength and self-care. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone—we’ll be with you every step of the way.
Five Lakes Counseling & Psychological Services is dedicated to compassionate, comprehensive mental health care. Our clinicians provide therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and couples, as well as psychological evaluations for cognitive and neurodevelopmental disorders. Whether you're seeking support through therapy or clarity from an evaluation, we’re here to help. Taking the first step can feel daunting, but it’s a sign of strength and self-care. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone—we’ll be with you every step of the way.
I believe that beginning the search for a therapist can be an intimidating but impactful first step on your journey toward mental and emotional well-being. In this moment, you have chosen to prioritize your wellness which is a decision that may impact your life, work, and relationships for years to come. I am passionate about helping individuals throughout their healing journey. Through my training, I can support you in establishing true, authentic wellness.
I believe that beginning the search for a therapist can be an intimidating but impactful first step on your journey toward mental and emotional well-being. In this moment, you have chosen to prioritize your wellness which is a decision that may impact your life, work, and relationships for years to come. I am passionate about helping individuals throughout their healing journey. Through my training, I can support you in establishing true, authentic wellness.
I also have a particular passion for supporting individuals from the LGBTQIA community.
Hi, thanks for stopping by! I am invested in cultivating a warm and authentic environment for you to feel comfortable bringing your full self to sessions. Together, we will work on processing intense emotions, building compassion for all parts of self, and overall making your mind a softer, kinder place to be. Together, we will explore what it means to feel more grounded and at home within yourself.
I also have a particular passion for supporting individuals from the LGBTQIA community.
Hi, thanks for stopping by! I am invested in cultivating a warm and authentic environment for you to feel comfortable bringing your full self to sessions. Together, we will work on processing intense emotions, building compassion for all parts of self, and overall making your mind a softer, kinder place to be. Together, we will explore what it means to feel more grounded and at home within yourself.
I’ve worked primarily with queer-identified clients from various backgrounds & consider myself radically pro-transgender.
I strive to create a warm, collaborative, & accountable space in the therapy room. I believe in showing up as authentically as possible so YOU can feel comfortable expressing & exploring your full self. I’ve worked for 7 years with college students, young & older adults who are navigating life’s next steps, whatever those may be. I particularly enjoy helping those who consider themselves overachievers or intellectualizers to slow down & release the stress & anxiety they’ve been carrying around for so long. With me, this often looks like exploring early life experiences that may still be impacting you today.
I’ve worked primarily with queer-identified clients from various backgrounds & consider myself radically pro-transgender.
I strive to create a warm, collaborative, & accountable space in the therapy room. I believe in showing up as authentically as possible so YOU can feel comfortable expressing & exploring your full self. I’ve worked for 7 years with college students, young & older adults who are navigating life’s next steps, whatever those may be. I particularly enjoy helping those who consider themselves overachievers or intellectualizers to slow down & release the stress & anxiety they’ve been carrying around for so long. With me, this often looks like exploring early life experiences that may still be impacting you today.
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or like you’re facing life’s challenges all on your own? Whether it’s struggles with self-acceptance, relationships, executive dysfunction, grief, or navigating big life changes, it can feel exhausting to carry it all by yourself. But reaching out for support is such a brave step, and therapy can be a powerful way to find healing and clarity. Starting therapy might feel intimidating, and that’s okay—it’s a meaningful act of self-care and growth. By showing up here, you’ve already taken a big step forward, and I’d be honored to walk with you on your journey.
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or like you’re facing life’s challenges all on your own? Whether it’s struggles with self-acceptance, relationships, executive dysfunction, grief, or navigating big life changes, it can feel exhausting to carry it all by yourself. But reaching out for support is such a brave step, and therapy can be a powerful way to find healing and clarity. Starting therapy might feel intimidating, and that’s okay—it’s a meaningful act of self-care and growth. By showing up here, you’ve already taken a big step forward, and I’d be honored to walk with you on your journey.
I have a special interest in working with those impacted by early life and identity-based experiences (e.g., unhealthy family systems, LGBTQ+ community, folks managing ADHD).
My approach to therapy centers on building a collaborative, honest relationship where clients are invited to show up genuinely as themselves. To me, there is nothing more important than the therapeutic relationship, which means I value the input of my clients, where they want to focus, and how we can work together to get you where you want to be.
I have a special interest in working with those impacted by early life and identity-based experiences (e.g., unhealthy family systems, LGBTQ+ community, folks managing ADHD).
My approach to therapy centers on building a collaborative, honest relationship where clients are invited to show up genuinely as themselves. To me, there is nothing more important than the therapeutic relationship, which means I value the input of my clients, where they want to focus, and how we can work together to get you where you want to be.
Feeling overwhelmed by constant pressure to succeed, stay focused, perform well, or keep everything together can become mentally and emotionally exhausting. Many athletes, teens, college students, and high performers silently struggle underneath the surface while appearing driven, disciplined, and successful on the outside. Internally, they may be battling anxiety, OCD, burnout, perfectionism, fear of failure, overthinking, loss of confidence, or feeling like their identity is tied to performance. Some also struggle after injuries, major life transitions, academic pressure, or balancing sports, school, and everyday life.
Feeling overwhelmed by constant pressure to succeed, stay focused, perform well, or keep everything together can become mentally and emotionally exhausting. Many athletes, teens, college students, and high performers silently struggle underneath the surface while appearing driven, disciplined, and successful on the outside. Internally, they may be battling anxiety, OCD, burnout, perfectionism, fear of failure, overthinking, loss of confidence, or feeling like their identity is tied to performance. Some also struggle after injuries, major life transitions, academic pressure, or balancing sports, school, and everyday life.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and those who have experienced religious trauma.
My approach is integrated and tailored to your individual needs, often drawing from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe in the DBT principle: 'You are accepted as you are, and your life can be better going forward.' I am committed to helping you craft a more fulfilling life story.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and those who have experienced religious trauma.
My approach is integrated and tailored to your individual needs, often drawing from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe in the DBT principle: 'You are accepted as you are, and your life can be better going forward.' I am committed to helping you craft a more fulfilling life story.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate life’s pressures without judgment. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, identity shifts, relationship challenges, or questions about purpose, I offer a space where you don't have to perform or pretend. My approach is direct, compassionate, and grounded in practical tools that support emotional clarity, resilience, and growth. I understand that many men weren’t raised to discuss their inner world—and that opening up can feel risky. But healing doesn't require perfection—just a willingness to start.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate life’s pressures without judgment. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, identity shifts, relationship challenges, or questions about purpose, I offer a space where you don't have to perform or pretend. My approach is direct, compassionate, and grounded in practical tools that support emotional clarity, resilience, and growth. I understand that many men weren’t raised to discuss their inner world—and that opening up can feel risky. But healing doesn't require perfection—just a willingness to start.
My passion to work with the LGBTQIA2S+ community, & adolescents & young adults stems from wanting to provide the therapy & be that person I wish I could have had growing up. Being part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, I strive to make an inclusive environment for all clients that I see. I hope to provide a trusting & nonjudgmental environment to challenge & also work alongside you to see the growth & progress that you may be seeking.
My passion to work with the LGBTQIA2S+ community, & adolescents & young adults stems from wanting to provide the therapy & be that person I wish I could have had growing up. Being part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, I strive to make an inclusive environment for all clients that I see. I hope to provide a trusting & nonjudgmental environment to challenge & also work alongside you to see the growth & progress that you may be seeking.
Are you seeking a compassionate therapist who understands your unique needs? If you’ve survived a difficult past, you might feel disconnected from yourself or the world around you. Perhaps you’re overwhelmed by feelings or memories. Many people even blame themselves for what happened. Fortunately, there are approaches that can help you not only feel like yourself again but also gain the confidence to pursue your dreams. I specialize in treating PTSD, whether it’s caused by sexual abuse, domestic violence, combat, or other difficult experiences. You can get back to a more peaceful and enjoyable life.
Are you seeking a compassionate therapist who understands your unique needs? If you’ve survived a difficult past, you might feel disconnected from yourself or the world around you. Perhaps you’re overwhelmed by feelings or memories. Many people even blame themselves for what happened. Fortunately, there are approaches that can help you not only feel like yourself again but also gain the confidence to pursue your dreams. I specialize in treating PTSD, whether it’s caused by sexual abuse, domestic violence, combat, or other difficult experiences. You can get back to a more peaceful and enjoyable life.
I feel that change is an inevitable part of life regardless of whether we choose to accept or resist it. Life presents us with challenges and opportunities, and it's on us to figure out how to navigate them. Processing through the emotional effects of change can be uncomfortable. As individuals we are constantly evolving, and it's important to be mindful of the ways in which we experience life's changes. Safety and comfort are key in the therapeutic process, and I am mindful of this as I help you grow.
I feel that change is an inevitable part of life regardless of whether we choose to accept or resist it. Life presents us with challenges and opportunities, and it's on us to figure out how to navigate them. Processing through the emotional effects of change can be uncomfortable. As individuals we are constantly evolving, and it's important to be mindful of the ways in which we experience life's changes. Safety and comfort are key in the therapeutic process, and I am mindful of this as I help you grow.
I specialize in working with couples & providing individual EMDR trauma therapy. EMDR therapy is incredible at healing old wounds & reducing the emotional charge around trauma. Relationships can be incredibly rewarding & incredibly hard. I specialize in helping partners and also polyamorous constellations slow down, really hear each other, and build the kind of relationship that feels safe, supportive, & aligned. I also work with couples about to move in together or get married in starting out with healthy foundations. Think, pre-marital therapy without any religion involved.
I specialize in working with couples & providing individual EMDR trauma therapy. EMDR therapy is incredible at healing old wounds & reducing the emotional charge around trauma. Relationships can be incredibly rewarding & incredibly hard. I specialize in helping partners and also polyamorous constellations slow down, really hear each other, and build the kind of relationship that feels safe, supportive, & aligned. I also work with couples about to move in together or get married in starting out with healthy foundations. Think, pre-marital therapy without any religion involved.
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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.