LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Phillips, Minneapolis, MN
Clients often come to me seeking a queer therapist who isn't afraid to truly sit in the hard feelings and approach themes related to trauma, identity, and relationships.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ folks, trauma survivors, immigrants/refugees, and asylum-seekers. My therapeutic lens emphasizes attachment, relationships, and cumulative development, and is guided by and tailored to the unique cultural and environmental contexts of each individual sitting across from me.
Clients often come to me seeking a queer therapist who isn't afraid to truly sit in the hard feelings and approach themes related to trauma, identity, and relationships.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ folks, trauma survivors, immigrants/refugees, and asylum-seekers. My therapeutic lens emphasizes attachment, relationships, and cumulative development, and is guided by and tailored to the unique cultural and environmental contexts of each individual sitting across from me.
I am a Mixed Race, Mexican, Second Generation immigrant, Queer Femme.
You are wanting to know what it's like to trust yourself and others more, have satisfying, loving and reciprocal relationships. You are wanting to care for hurts, trauma, generational trauma/patterns, and feel like you are in your body in a safe way. That you have more awareness of your fight/flight/freeze patterns. You want to feel connected, explore and feel grounded in your racial, cultural identity and queerness with someone who understands social/historical oppression and ancestral resilience. You want to repair your relationship with food and your body. You want to find wholeness and aliveness in the here and now.
I am a Mixed Race, Mexican, Second Generation immigrant, Queer Femme.
You are wanting to know what it's like to trust yourself and others more, have satisfying, loving and reciprocal relationships. You are wanting to care for hurts, trauma, generational trauma/patterns, and feel like you are in your body in a safe way. That you have more awareness of your fight/flight/freeze patterns. You want to feel connected, explore and feel grounded in your racial, cultural identity and queerness with someone who understands social/historical oppression and ancestral resilience. You want to repair your relationship with food and your body. You want to find wholeness and aliveness in the here and now.
Our diverse stories matter and add meaning to our lives. It is easy to get stuck or feel at a loss in our relationships and in our work. We will partner and develop coping strategies and tools to move through the rough times. I listen deeply for understanding and work with you to formulate your next steps.
Clients I serve include individuals in businesses, schools, and hospitals. Both employees and leadership could benefit from my clinical expertise in addressing rapid change, grief, loss, partnerships, jobs, critical incidents and focusing on coping strategies to promote balance and productivity in the workplace.
Our diverse stories matter and add meaning to our lives. It is easy to get stuck or feel at a loss in our relationships and in our work. We will partner and develop coping strategies and tools to move through the rough times. I listen deeply for understanding and work with you to formulate your next steps.
Clients I serve include individuals in businesses, schools, and hospitals. Both employees and leadership could benefit from my clinical expertise in addressing rapid change, grief, loss, partnerships, jobs, critical incidents and focusing on coping strategies to promote balance and productivity in the workplace.
I hope you’ve had your coffee today because I’m a ball of sunshine, and very excited to meet you! Congratulations on taking the first step in healing! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who works primarily with adult populations. You’ll find that I’m high-spirited and approach care through an empathetic, compassionate, and neurodivergent-affirming lens. I enjoy working with the uniquities of the world – quirky oddballs who march to the beat of their own drum and connect well with others who do the same. Being an oddball my entire life, I understand what living in the shadows feels like!
I hope you’ve had your coffee today because I’m a ball of sunshine, and very excited to meet you! Congratulations on taking the first step in healing! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who works primarily with adult populations. You’ll find that I’m high-spirited and approach care through an empathetic, compassionate, and neurodivergent-affirming lens. I enjoy working with the uniquities of the world – quirky oddballs who march to the beat of their own drum and connect well with others who do the same. Being an oddball my entire life, I understand what living in the shadows feels like!
These are unprecedented times of violence and injustice. We are unfortunately reminded of unrest from 2020. Feelings of fear, powerlessness, and depression are normal responses to the abnormal current events. I have 25 + years of experience in crisis intervention and processing the effects trauma. If you are difficulty sleeping, sadness, and feeling on edge I can help. Some people are reminded of personal trauma, assaults or difficult childhood experiences, others by social and political violence. I can help you over come these experiences and help you find peace.
These are unprecedented times of violence and injustice. We are unfortunately reminded of unrest from 2020. Feelings of fear, powerlessness, and depression are normal responses to the abnormal current events. I have 25 + years of experience in crisis intervention and processing the effects trauma. If you are difficulty sleeping, sadness, and feeling on edge I can help. Some people are reminded of personal trauma, assaults or difficult childhood experiences, others by social and political violence. I can help you over come these experiences and help you find peace.
Hey, I’m Sydney (she/her), a queer-identified, video-game-playing, soda-loving, slightly chronically-online therapist
I believe therapy should be collaborative. It’s a place where I completely trust that you are the expert on your experiences and life. I show up as a therapist who understands that our relationships, identities, culture, and the systems around us shape how we move through the world. I believe real change happens in our therapeutic relationship itself!
Hey, I’m Sydney (she/her), a queer-identified, video-game-playing, soda-loving, slightly chronically-online therapist
I believe therapy should be collaborative. It’s a place where I completely trust that you are the expert on your experiences and life. I show up as a therapist who understands that our relationships, identities, culture, and the systems around us shape how we move through the world. I believe real change happens in our therapeutic relationship itself!
I have a passion working with individuals who identify as part of the LGBTQIA community, and identify myself as queer.
I have immediate openings available for in person or telehealth individual therapy services! I approach treatment and therapy through a trauma-informed, client-centered, attachment theory-based, internal family systems/parts work and harm-reduction lens. I would like to assist you in processing your emotions in a healthy manner and to assist you in learning the necessary skills to acquire new tools to make the changes you want in your life. I am passionate in helping individuals that struggle with PTSD, substance use, depression, anxiety, fear, shame/guilt, grief/loss, life transitions, identity issues, and relationship concerns.
I have a passion working with individuals who identify as part of the LGBTQIA community, and identify myself as queer.
I have immediate openings available for in person or telehealth individual therapy services! I approach treatment and therapy through a trauma-informed, client-centered, attachment theory-based, internal family systems/parts work and harm-reduction lens. I would like to assist you in processing your emotions in a healthy manner and to assist you in learning the necessary skills to acquire new tools to make the changes you want in your life. I am passionate in helping individuals that struggle with PTSD, substance use, depression, anxiety, fear, shame/guilt, grief/loss, life transitions, identity issues, and relationship concerns.
I have recently completed coursework focused on supporting diverse populations, including First Responders, neurodivergent individuals, those with personality disorders or substance use concerns, the LGBTQIA community, and individuals impacted by trauma.
I provide individual therapy using mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, motivational interviewing, and CBT. I help clients build resilience, clarity, and balance. If you’re tired of being tired, reaching out is the first step toward wellness. This is what resilience looks like.
Send me an email to set up a 15 minute consultation.
I have recently completed coursework focused on supporting diverse populations, including First Responders, neurodivergent individuals, those with personality disorders or substance use concerns, the LGBTQIA community, and individuals impacted by trauma.
I provide individual therapy using mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, motivational interviewing, and CBT. I help clients build resilience, clarity, and balance. If you’re tired of being tired, reaching out is the first step toward wellness. This is what resilience looks like.
Send me an email to set up a 15 minute consultation.
As your counselor, I am your partner in self-understanding and change. My role is to support and guide you toward an understanding of who you are and who you want to be. We work together as you determine the changes you would like to make, and create plans for making those changes real. The end goal is a closer alignment of your self-understanding, your lived experience, and your ideal self.
As your counselor, I am your partner in self-understanding and change. My role is to support and guide you toward an understanding of who you are and who you want to be. We work together as you determine the changes you would like to make, and create plans for making those changes real. The end goal is a closer alignment of your self-understanding, your lived experience, and your ideal self.
Let’s be honest, finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. If you’ve thought, “I don’t know where to start,” “My brain won’t shut up,” or “I’m tired of feeling like too much or not enough,” you’re in the right place.
I’m Devin. Therapy with me isn’t stiff or overly clinical. It’s real, collaborative, and tailored to you. I work with adults navigating chronic illness, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, and burnout. Living with chronic illness myself gives me a perspective beyond a textbook. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s happening in your mind and body so life feels a little lighter.
No pressure to have it all figured out. Sweatpants we
Let’s be honest, finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. If you’ve thought, “I don’t know where to start,” “My brain won’t shut up,” or “I’m tired of feeling like too much or not enough,” you’re in the right place.
I’m Devin. Therapy with me isn’t stiff or overly clinical. It’s real, collaborative, and tailored to you. I work with adults navigating chronic illness, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, and burnout. Living with chronic illness myself gives me a perspective beyond a textbook. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s happening in your mind and body so life feels a little lighter.
No pressure to have it all figured out. Sweatpants we
As your counselor, I aim to work with you to make sure you have the right tools and support to you in navigating life and your mental health. I believe in the importance of centering your values and needs in our work together. Through collaboration, I want to support you in identifying your needs, and how to enact meaningful change in your life.
I work primarily with children (ages 6+), adolescents, and young adults impacted by trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, identity, interpersonal issues, and coping with symptoms of mental health. Historically, I have worked in in-patient settings, schools, and community mental health.
As your counselor, I aim to work with you to make sure you have the right tools and support to you in navigating life and your mental health. I believe in the importance of centering your values and needs in our work together. Through collaboration, I want to support you in identifying your needs, and how to enact meaningful change in your life.
I work primarily with children (ages 6+), adolescents, and young adults impacted by trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, identity, interpersonal issues, and coping with symptoms of mental health. Historically, I have worked in in-patient settings, schools, and community mental health.
I am also passionate about LGBTQIA+ affirming care, as a queer woman myself.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling disconnected- whether that be from ourselves, our relationships, our bodies, or our sense of purpose. No matter the area in which you are seeking support, I offer a cozy space to connect, slow down, and wade through those waters together.
My approach is eclectic and holistic, honoring the connection between mind, body, and spirit. I also enjoy incorporating mindfulness-based practices, such as breath work, mindful movement, nature, and laughter.
I believe deeply that therapy is a team effort, and I value taking the time to create unique goals and treatment plans with every client.
I am also passionate about LGBTQIA+ affirming care, as a queer woman myself.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling disconnected- whether that be from ourselves, our relationships, our bodies, or our sense of purpose. No matter the area in which you are seeking support, I offer a cozy space to connect, slow down, and wade through those waters together.
My approach is eclectic and holistic, honoring the connection between mind, body, and spirit. I also enjoy incorporating mindfulness-based practices, such as breath work, mindful movement, nature, and laughter.
I believe deeply that therapy is a team effort, and I value taking the time to create unique goals and treatment plans with every client.
You may feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, OCD, overthinking, depression, trauma, or relationship stress and want more than just a space to vent. You are looking for therapy that is structured, intentional, and collaborative. You value clear goals, practical tools, and a therapist who respects your lived experience. You may also want space to explore how identity, stress, or past experiences have shaped your mental health. You are ready for focused, evidence-based care that leads to real, lasting change.
You may feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, OCD, overthinking, depression, trauma, or relationship stress and want more than just a space to vent. You are looking for therapy that is structured, intentional, and collaborative. You value clear goals, practical tools, and a therapist who respects your lived experience. You may also want space to explore how identity, stress, or past experiences have shaped your mental health. You are ready for focused, evidence-based care that leads to real, lasting change.
The start of middle school, high school, or college is a major life transition. Whether you or your child is feeling the anxiety and overwhelm of these transitions being right around the corner, socially uncertain about the next steps, or simply needing extra support, summer can be a great time to begin therapy before this major life transition begins.
I provide a supportive, empathetic, and attuned space for teens and young adults to build resilience, confidence, emotional awareness, and healthy coping skills as they prepare for this next chapter in their lives.
The start of middle school, high school, or college is a major life transition. Whether you or your child is feeling the anxiety and overwhelm of these transitions being right around the corner, socially uncertain about the next steps, or simply needing extra support, summer can be a great time to begin therapy before this major life transition begins.
I provide a supportive, empathetic, and attuned space for teens and young adults to build resilience, confidence, emotional awareness, and healthy coping skills as they prepare for this next chapter in their lives.
I have been working in the field of psychology for 20+ years. When people ask why I do the work I do, I usually respond, "because people are always interesting." I enjoy the process of getting to know someone's story and helping them to work towards understanding and change.
I have been working in the field of psychology for 20+ years. When people ask why I do the work I do, I usually respond, "because people are always interesting." I enjoy the process of getting to know someone's story and helping them to work towards understanding and change.
I work with adolescents and adults as a collaborative, supportive partner to improve mental health and overall wellbeing. My therapeutic approaches integrate cognitive, behavioral, and insight-focused strategies. This warm and personal style helps clients work through ingrained and unhealthy patterns that keep them stuck in emotional distress and unfulfilling relationships. I have a mindful and holistic perspective, and emphasize integrating mind, body, and spirit in healing. I address many presenting issues in addition to welcoming concerns about physical and mental health. I am trained in clinical hypnosis, and enjoy working creatively to find effective solutions to inspire lasting change.
I work with adolescents and adults as a collaborative, supportive partner to improve mental health and overall wellbeing. My therapeutic approaches integrate cognitive, behavioral, and insight-focused strategies. This warm and personal style helps clients work through ingrained and unhealthy patterns that keep them stuck in emotional distress and unfulfilling relationships. I have a mindful and holistic perspective, and emphasize integrating mind, body, and spirit in healing. I address many presenting issues in addition to welcoming concerns about physical and mental health. I am trained in clinical hypnosis, and enjoy working creatively to find effective solutions to inspire lasting change.
I am a generalist with a focus on working with women, LGBTQ individuals and couples, developing professionals, and clinicians.
I am an experienced psychologist who draws on both clinical practice and over 20 years of experience training graduate students in both counseling and clinical psychology. Teaching talented doctoral students current research and theory informs my practice.
I am a generalist with a focus on working with women, LGBTQ individuals and couples, developing professionals, and clinicians.
I am an experienced psychologist who draws on both clinical practice and over 20 years of experience training graduate students in both counseling and clinical psychology. Teaching talented doctoral students current research and theory informs my practice.
Rachelle has experience working with individuals navigating substance use concerns,
mental health challenges, life transitions, and difficulties related to stress, relationships,
and self-esteem. Prior to becoming a counselor, she served in the military, where she
gained firsthand insight into the unique mental health and substance use challenges
faced by service members and veterans.
Rachelle has experience working with individuals navigating substance use concerns,
mental health challenges, life transitions, and difficulties related to stress, relationships,
and self-esteem. Prior to becoming a counselor, she served in the military, where she
gained firsthand insight into the unique mental health and substance use challenges
faced by service members and veterans.
I respect the dignity and worth of all identities and am LGBTQIA+ and culturally affirming.
I believe trusting, compassionate relationships and accessing the innate wisdom of the body and the inner Self are the pathways to transformative healing, wholeness, growth, and fulfillment. I have been a Licensed Alcohol and Drug counselor since 2008 and completed my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2022. I work with couples and individuals ages 20 & older. My specialties areas are anxiety, trauma, shame, attachment injuries, healing from the impacts of addiction, and couples therapy focusing on reducing protective responses & increasing the strength and security of emotional connection in relationships.
I respect the dignity and worth of all identities and am LGBTQIA+ and culturally affirming.
I believe trusting, compassionate relationships and accessing the innate wisdom of the body and the inner Self are the pathways to transformative healing, wholeness, growth, and fulfillment. I have been a Licensed Alcohol and Drug counselor since 2008 and completed my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2022. I work with couples and individuals ages 20 & older. My specialties areas are anxiety, trauma, shame, attachment injuries, healing from the impacts of addiction, and couples therapy focusing on reducing protective responses & increasing the strength and security of emotional connection in relationships.
I am passionate about supporting women as they navigate the perinatal period - pregnancy, birth and postpartum. This is a period of transformation, where we may experience changes emotionally, physically, interpersonally, and with identity. The experience surrounding pregnancy and birth, especially when one or both don’t go as planned, can increase feelings of distress, isolation, and overwhelm - adding challenge to an already intense life transition. We tend to have a lot of judgements about how we "should" feel during this time, and it can be quite upsetting when that doesn't match our experience.
I am passionate about supporting women as they navigate the perinatal period - pregnancy, birth and postpartum. This is a period of transformation, where we may experience changes emotionally, physically, interpersonally, and with identity. The experience surrounding pregnancy and birth, especially when one or both don’t go as planned, can increase feelings of distress, isolation, and overwhelm - adding challenge to an already intense life transition. We tend to have a lot of judgements about how we "should" feel during this time, and it can be quite upsetting when that doesn't match our experience.
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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.