LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Ventura Village, 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.
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.
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 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.
Are you looking for someone to help you feel better? are you feeling depressed, anxious, having problems with relationships, in a difficult transition, or feeling the impact of past trauma on your life? I feel confident I can help you, I have over 17 years of experience guiding people through difficult times and helping them gain insight and develop coping skills so that they can move on with their lives with confidence.
Are you looking for someone to help you feel better? are you feeling depressed, anxious, having problems with relationships, in a difficult transition, or feeling the impact of past trauma on your life? I feel confident I can help you, I have over 17 years of experience guiding people through difficult times and helping them gain insight and develop coping skills so that they can move on with their lives with confidence.
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.
Do you ever feel a heaviness without knowing why? Doing everything “right” but never quite feeling like it’s enough. Caught in worry loops that leave you drained, over-preparing for the worst, or frozen by racing thoughts? I have been there. I know how draining it is to carry so much while still questioning your path. I also know therapy isn’t just about listening. My approach is active and collaborative, offering tools, talk, and somatic practices to help you release old lenses and create a life that feels authentic, grounded, and fully your own.
Do you ever feel a heaviness without knowing why? Doing everything “right” but never quite feeling like it’s enough. Caught in worry loops that leave you drained, over-preparing for the worst, or frozen by racing thoughts? I have been there. I know how draining it is to carry so much while still questioning your path. I also know therapy isn’t just about listening. My approach is active and collaborative, offering tools, talk, and somatic practices to help you release old lenses and create a life that feels authentic, grounded, and fully your own.
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.
I am a trauma-informed bodyworker and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner offering a body-centered approach for the healing of trauma and chronic pain. Traditional therapy approaches often have difficulty addressing the bodily effects of trauma, anxiety and depression. Habits and patterns that get "stuck" in the body can keep these types of issues from resolving, even after many years of successful therapy. As an adjunct to traditional therapy, my body-centered approach to Somatic Experiencing provides a unique opportunity to support the physical integration of mental and emotional change that help people recovering from trauma to truly FEEL better.
I am a trauma-informed bodyworker and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner offering a body-centered approach for the healing of trauma and chronic pain. Traditional therapy approaches often have difficulty addressing the bodily effects of trauma, anxiety and depression. Habits and patterns that get "stuck" in the body can keep these types of issues from resolving, even after many years of successful therapy. As an adjunct to traditional therapy, my body-centered approach to Somatic Experiencing provides a unique opportunity to support the physical integration of mental and emotional change that help people recovering from trauma to truly FEEL better.
Are you an exhausted parent who puts everyone first and always seems to neglect yourself? Do you feel guilty taking time for yourself? It sounds so cliche, but it is true that you have to help yourself before you can help others. You cannot pour from an empty cup. Make the commitment to put yourself first by connecting with a therapist who can help support you in whatever goals you want for yourself.
My approach is gentle and eclectic, person-centered and collaborative. You are the expert of yourself and sometimes it's helpful to have someone to listen to understand.
Are you an exhausted parent who puts everyone first and always seems to neglect yourself? Do you feel guilty taking time for yourself? It sounds so cliche, but it is true that you have to help yourself before you can help others. You cannot pour from an empty cup. Make the commitment to put yourself first by connecting with a therapist who can help support you in whatever goals you want for yourself.
My approach is gentle and eclectic, person-centered and collaborative. You are the expert of yourself and sometimes it's helpful to have someone to listen to understand.
I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming provider who is always striving to create emotional safety and increase my own cultural competence.
Do you feel as though no matter how hard you try, you are always falling short? You are not alone. I often hear that my clients feel isolated and disconnected from aspects of their lives that they feel passionate about. I am a systems-focused therapist - meaning that I take into account the ways that systems in your life - your family, friends, school, workplace, state of the world, etc. affect your day to day functioning.
I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming provider who is always striving to create emotional safety and increase my own cultural competence.
Do you feel as though no matter how hard you try, you are always falling short? You are not alone. I often hear that my clients feel isolated and disconnected from aspects of their lives that they feel passionate about. I am a systems-focused therapist - meaning that I take into account the ways that systems in your life - your family, friends, school, workplace, state of the world, etc. affect your day to day functioning.
I primarily work with adults, including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ folx and first-and second-generation immigrants.
My approach to therapy is relational, collaborative, and integrative, which means therapy might look different for everyone. Drawing from psychodynamic, CBT, parts work, attachment-based, and mindfulness approaches, we might spend a session processing something heavy, practicing a concrete skill, or exploring relationship patterns.
I primarily work with adults, including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ folx and first-and second-generation immigrants.
My approach to therapy is relational, collaborative, and integrative, which means therapy might look different for everyone. Drawing from psychodynamic, CBT, parts work, attachment-based, and mindfulness approaches, we might spend a session processing something heavy, practicing a concrete skill, or exploring relationship patterns.
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.
An open and affirming practice for straight, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and transgender individuals.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. A Master of Arts degree in clinical and psychological services and a post-Master's Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy were awarded from St. Mary"s University of Minnesota. I am also certified as a clinical traumatologist and an Approved Supervisor for marriage and family therapists
An open and affirming practice for straight, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and transgender individuals.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. A Master of Arts degree in clinical and psychological services and a post-Master's Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy were awarded from St. Mary"s University of Minnesota. I am also certified as a clinical traumatologist and an Approved Supervisor for marriage and family therapists
Many are queer, trans, neurodivergent, and high-masking.
The people I work with often feel disconnected from the deep intimacy they desire with friends, family, and partners. After experiences of harm or trauma, relationships might feel risky, exhausting, or unsatisfying. Together we'll work to understand how you show up in relationships and why, exploring what it could look like to be more fully seen and loved.
My aim is to nurture a safe environment where you feel heard, held, and gently challenged as you observe your patterns, reclaim choice, grow self-compassion, and come into greater alignment with your hopes and values. Your autonomy and security are centered every step of the way.
Many are queer, trans, neurodivergent, and high-masking.
The people I work with often feel disconnected from the deep intimacy they desire with friends, family, and partners. After experiences of harm or trauma, relationships might feel risky, exhausting, or unsatisfying. Together we'll work to understand how you show up in relationships and why, exploring what it could look like to be more fully seen and loved.
My aim is to nurture a safe environment where you feel heard, held, and gently challenged as you observe your patterns, reclaim choice, grow self-compassion, and come into greater alignment with your hopes and values. Your autonomy and security are centered every step of the way.
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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.