LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Missouri
You’re here because something in your life feels ready for change, and that’s a powerful first step. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, or just feeling stuck, I help clients find clarity, healing, and direction.
My ideal client is someone open to growth, ready to make small or big changes. If you’re reading this, that’s already you. Whatever your goals, needs, or desires may be, I want to help you move toward them.
You’re here because something in your life feels ready for change, and that’s a powerful first step. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, or just feeling stuck, I help clients find clarity, healing, and direction.
My ideal client is someone open to growth, ready to make small or big changes. If you’re reading this, that’s already you. Whatever your goals, needs, or desires may be, I want to help you move toward them.
As a gay attachment-focused therapist, I'll help you understand how past experiences are shaping your present, and together we'll work to build a stronger, more secure sense of self.
I specialize in helping you navigate life’s challenges through a compassionate and evidence-based approach. We’ll work together to recognize underlying patterns & develop practical tools for healing and growth. By exploring your unique story and building a strong therapeutic alliance, we can work towards greater emotional well-being & a more fulfilling life.
As a gay attachment-focused therapist, I'll help you understand how past experiences are shaping your present, and together we'll work to build a stronger, more secure sense of self.
I specialize in helping you navigate life’s challenges through a compassionate and evidence-based approach. We’ll work together to recognize underlying patterns & develop practical tools for healing and growth. By exploring your unique story and building a strong therapeutic alliance, we can work towards greater emotional well-being & a more fulfilling life.
I have experience helping adults, particularly those navigating trauma, grief, and LGBTQIA journeys.
We’re living through an overwhelming amount of unprecedented stress, and it’s taking a real toll on our nervous systems. Fear, anxiety, grief, anger, and exhaustion have become baseline states. Not because you’re doing something wrong, but because you’re human. On top of that, you are likely already carrying personal experiences of loss, trauma, identity shifts, or navigating major life transitions. If life feels heavy or hard to make sense of right now, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
I have experience helping adults, particularly those navigating trauma, grief, and LGBTQIA journeys.
We’re living through an overwhelming amount of unprecedented stress, and it’s taking a real toll on our nervous systems. Fear, anxiety, grief, anger, and exhaustion have become baseline states. Not because you’re doing something wrong, but because you’re human. On top of that, you are likely already carrying personal experiences of loss, trauma, identity shifts, or navigating major life transitions. If life feels heavy or hard to make sense of right now, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Feeling disconnected from your sense of self can be painful, isolating, and hard to name. You may be navigating identity confusion, sexual shame, relationship stress, or the lasting impact of trauma. These experiences often arise from systemic oppression, sex-negative messaging, or attachment wounds. I specialize in supporting individuals and relationships (of all styles) who want to reclaim authenticity, deepen connection, and live with more ease and self-trust.
Feeling disconnected from your sense of self can be painful, isolating, and hard to name. You may be navigating identity confusion, sexual shame, relationship stress, or the lasting impact of trauma. These experiences often arise from systemic oppression, sex-negative messaging, or attachment wounds. I specialize in supporting individuals and relationships (of all styles) who want to reclaim authenticity, deepen connection, and live with more ease and self-trust.
As a queer woman with a casual relationship to my assigned gender, I want to support others in the LGBTQIA+ community as best I can.
I incorporate creativity-based work (drawing, writing, painting, collage, tarot) into my therapy practice because I believe it allows for multiple levels of expression and understanding.
As a queer woman with a casual relationship to my assigned gender, I want to support others in the LGBTQIA+ community as best I can.
I incorporate creativity-based work (drawing, writing, painting, collage, tarot) into my therapy practice because I believe it allows for multiple levels of expression and understanding.
Life can sometimes feel lost in the woods, surrounded by uncertainty, confusion, and the weight of not knowing how to turn. Every direction might seem like it leads to nowhere, and it's easy to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or isolated. When you’re deep in the forest, it’s hard to see the bigger picture. The paths in life can feel tangled or overgrown, making it hard to know where to start.
Life can sometimes feel lost in the woods, surrounded by uncertainty, confusion, and the weight of not knowing how to turn. Every direction might seem like it leads to nowhere, and it's easy to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or isolated. When you’re deep in the forest, it’s hard to see the bigger picture. The paths in life can feel tangled or overgrown, making it hard to know where to start.
Lauren Komp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63112
Waitlist for new clients
I have specialized experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community and those who identify as non-monogamous.
I am trained in a variety of counseling methods including EMDR, Parts Work, CBT, and attachment focused therapies. I also implement holistic elements into our sessions, such as mindfulness, meditation, and energy work.
I have specialized experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community and those who identify as non-monogamous.
I am trained in a variety of counseling methods including EMDR, Parts Work, CBT, and attachment focused therapies. I also implement holistic elements into our sessions, such as mindfulness, meditation, and energy work.
As we have all quickly learned, to partake in the full human experience means to experience suffering. Whether it be grief, excessive guilt, or a painful past, we all have pain that is worthy of being listened to. I believe our struggles are only exacerbated when we resist and don't listen to what needs to be expressed.
As we have all quickly learned, to partake in the full human experience means to experience suffering. Whether it be grief, excessive guilt, or a painful past, we all have pain that is worthy of being listened to. I believe our struggles are only exacerbated when we resist and don't listen to what needs to be expressed.
I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, workplace stress, life transitions, relationship issues, LGBTQ+, and coping skills in today's ever changing environment.
Hello, my name is Beth and I celebrate your courage and wisdom in searching for this site! I celebrate the individual's strengths in a nonjudgmental collaboration. The mind-body-heart connection, awareness, and trust are the foundation of therapy. The goal is always for your voice to be heard and from that voice to move forward towards your heart's calling. There is no one size fits all therapy.
I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, workplace stress, life transitions, relationship issues, LGBTQ+, and coping skills in today's ever changing environment.
Hello, my name is Beth and I celebrate your courage and wisdom in searching for this site! I celebrate the individual's strengths in a nonjudgmental collaboration. The mind-body-heart connection, awareness, and trust are the foundation of therapy. The goal is always for your voice to be heard and from that voice to move forward towards your heart's calling. There is no one size fits all therapy.
I also provide gender-affirming care assessments & letters for transgender adults.
Hi! I'm Alex, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. I utilize a variety of science-based theories and techniques, such as DBT and EMDR, that have been clinically shown to help people change, experience relief from suffering, and improve their lives. I have extensive experience working with trauma, cPTSD and PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Adult Autism, Anxiety, Depression, and Dissociative Identity Disorder. By offering unconditional acceptance and support, I provide a safe space for us to work together so that you can reach your goals.
I also provide gender-affirming care assessments & letters for transgender adults.
Hi! I'm Alex, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. I utilize a variety of science-based theories and techniques, such as DBT and EMDR, that have been clinically shown to help people change, experience relief from suffering, and improve their lives. I have extensive experience working with trauma, cPTSD and PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Adult Autism, Anxiety, Depression, and Dissociative Identity Disorder. By offering unconditional acceptance and support, I provide a safe space for us to work together so that you can reach your goals.
Queer, kinky, or non-monogamous (open, poly, ENM, etc) and want to work with a counselor that is open and comfortable talking these identities?
My speciality is working with individuals and partners that might be considered "untraditional" with being LGBTQIA+, open, poly, and/or ethically non-monogamous. Society has created it's own rules and you have decided that your relationship deserves to be defined as you and your partner(s) see fit. I'll work with you on that exploration from your POV.
Queer, kinky, or non-monogamous (open, poly, ENM, etc) and want to work with a counselor that is open and comfortable talking these identities?
My speciality is working with individuals and partners that might be considered "untraditional" with being LGBTQIA+, open, poly, and/or ethically non-monogamous. Society has created it's own rules and you have decided that your relationship deserves to be defined as you and your partner(s) see fit. I'll work with you on that exploration from your POV.
Hi, I’m Tori.
I’m so glad you found your way here. Reaching out for support—especially when you’ve been carrying the weight of trauma—is incredibly brave.
I work with people who have been through hard things, whether that’s a single event or the slow build of experiences that have left you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. My style is warm, laid-back, and collaborative. I want you to feel like you can show up exactly as you are—messy, uncertain, hurting, hopeful—all of it is welcome here.
Hi, I’m Tori.
I’m so glad you found your way here. Reaching out for support—especially when you’ve been carrying the weight of trauma—is incredibly brave.
I work with people who have been through hard things, whether that’s a single event or the slow build of experiences that have left you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. My style is warm, laid-back, and collaborative. I want you to feel like you can show up exactly as you are—messy, uncertain, hurting, hopeful—all of it is welcome here.
Thank you for clicking in! I’m glad you’re here and I’d love to see if we’re a good fit. I specialize in attachment, relationship-focused, and talk therapy. I work with children, individuals, and couples on problems like unmet needs, communication breakdowns, and behavioral issues.
Thank you for clicking in! I’m glad you’re here and I’d love to see if we’re a good fit. I specialize in attachment, relationship-focused, and talk therapy. I work with children, individuals, and couples on problems like unmet needs, communication breakdowns, and behavioral issues.
I have a very direct yet gentle approach to getting to know who you are and how best to help you break through barriers and other debilitating problems you may be facing. Sometimes, these problems may be a result of lifelong issues; other times, it may be a result of a temporary change in your life such as divorce, loss, or a recent trauma. I work with you to discover new approaches and solutions for the task at hand. I am not traditional, sometimes mouthy, and a bit wacky at times, but I will walk with you through the process until you can walk alone. My heart does get involved at times because being human is all I know.
I have a very direct yet gentle approach to getting to know who you are and how best to help you break through barriers and other debilitating problems you may be facing. Sometimes, these problems may be a result of lifelong issues; other times, it may be a result of a temporary change in your life such as divorce, loss, or a recent trauma. I work with you to discover new approaches and solutions for the task at hand. I am not traditional, sometimes mouthy, and a bit wacky at times, but I will walk with you through the process until you can walk alone. My heart does get involved at times because being human is all I know.
I also offer LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, supporting individuals navigating identity-related stress, minority stress, relationships, and the emotional impact of discrimination.
I proudly provide LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling, including gender-affirming therapy for transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse clients. Areas of focus include coming out, family rejection, internalized shame, identity exploration, relationship concerns, and healing from religious or systemic trauma. All identities are welcomed and affirmed here.
I also offer LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, supporting individuals navigating identity-related stress, minority stress, relationships, and the emotional impact of discrimination.
I proudly provide LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling, including gender-affirming therapy for transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse clients. Areas of focus include coming out, family rejection, internalized shame, identity exploration, relationship concerns, and healing from religious or systemic trauma. All identities are welcomed and affirmed here.
Our bodies hold the stories of our lives—grief, anxiety, anger, fear, and frustration don’t just live in our thoughts; they take root in our muscles, breath, and nervous system. As a somatic therapist, I will help you reconnect with your body as a source of wisdom, resilience, and healing. In addition to the benefit of therapeutic talking and listening, we will use body-based approaches and mindfulness practices to metabolize difficult emotions, shift patterns, and cultivate greater self-awareness and presence.
Our bodies hold the stories of our lives—grief, anxiety, anger, fear, and frustration don’t just live in our thoughts; they take root in our muscles, breath, and nervous system. As a somatic therapist, I will help you reconnect with your body as a source of wisdom, resilience, and healing. In addition to the benefit of therapeutic talking and listening, we will use body-based approaches and mindfulness practices to metabolize difficult emotions, shift patterns, and cultivate greater self-awareness and presence.
I specialize in working transgender and non-binary youth and their families on matters related to gender identity.
My approach to therapy is based on Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). A core idea in ACT is that trying too hard to get rid of or control our emotions tends to backfire. Instead of trying to get rid of unwanted thoughts and feelings (e.g., anxiety & depression), I will help you learn to react differently to them so that you can keep your focus on living a meaningful and fulfilling life based on what’s important to you. We will work together to set meaningful goals to address your concerns–whether they relate to life transitions, depression, anxiety, body image, grief/loss, job or academic stress, or gender & sexuality.
I specialize in working transgender and non-binary youth and their families on matters related to gender identity.
My approach to therapy is based on Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). A core idea in ACT is that trying too hard to get rid of or control our emotions tends to backfire. Instead of trying to get rid of unwanted thoughts and feelings (e.g., anxiety & depression), I will help you learn to react differently to them so that you can keep your focus on living a meaningful and fulfilling life based on what’s important to you. We will work together to set meaningful goals to address your concerns–whether they relate to life transitions, depression, anxiety, body image, grief/loss, job or academic stress, or gender & sexuality.
Mallory Cohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63128
Waitlist for new clients
I'm especially dedicated to working with LGBTQIA+ and nonmonogamous clients.
Our next step is figuring out what “help” means for you, together, in a co-created and nonjudgmental space of emotional safety, based on your specific history, situation, values, and style. I bring warmth, humility, compassion, gentleness, and humor to my practice.
I'm especially dedicated to working with LGBTQIA+ and nonmonogamous clients.
Our next step is figuring out what “help” means for you, together, in a co-created and nonjudgmental space of emotional safety, based on your specific history, situation, values, and style. I bring warmth, humility, compassion, gentleness, and humor to my practice.
I specialize in helping LGBTQ and elderly clients.
Cognitive Behavioral and Acceptance and Commitment Approach
I specialize in helping LGBTQ and elderly clients.
Cognitive Behavioral and Acceptance and Commitment Approach
I began my career in 2006, managing an outreach program that served young people experiencing homelessness. Driven to learn more in order to better serve the community, I relocated to St. Louis where I earned a Master’s Degree and PhD in Social Work.
I began my career in 2006, managing an outreach program that served young people experiencing homelessness. Driven to learn more in order to better serve the community, I relocated to St. Louis where I earned a Master’s Degree and PhD in Social Work.
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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.