LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Bellevue, NE
I have a strong passion working with the LGBTQ+ community, addiction, and trauma.
Harmony, balance, and peace of mind are things many strive for. In today's world we encounter so many ups and downs. Have you found yourself feeling burned out or trapped? Are you surrounded by unknowns, or a wave from the past that you can't seem to outrun? Have you found yourself with a sudden weight that seems too heavy to carry? You've taken the first step by opening yourself up to the possibility of counseling. You don't have to carry the weight alone. No matter the struggle you can find healing through counseling in a safe place. If you start and stay with the journey, you can find your destination.
I have a strong passion working with the LGBTQ+ community, addiction, and trauma.
Harmony, balance, and peace of mind are things many strive for. In today's world we encounter so many ups and downs. Have you found yourself feeling burned out or trapped? Are you surrounded by unknowns, or a wave from the past that you can't seem to outrun? Have you found yourself with a sudden weight that seems too heavy to carry? You've taken the first step by opening yourself up to the possibility of counseling. You don't have to carry the weight alone. No matter the struggle you can find healing through counseling in a safe place. If you start and stay with the journey, you can find your destination.
Hello, I'm Apryl, a Clinical Social Worker with a Master's degree and certifications as a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My experience spans both inpatient mental health and outpatient counseling, allowing me to work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders, and I have a deep understanding of diverse backgrounds and identities.
Hello, I'm Apryl, a Clinical Social Worker with a Master's degree and certifications as a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My experience spans both inpatient mental health and outpatient counseling, allowing me to work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders, and I have a deep understanding of diverse backgrounds and identities.
I completed my master's internship at UNMC Counseling and Psychological Services where I had the opportunity to work with graduate and medical students. During this time, I started integrating neuroscience into treatment planning. I have found this evidence-based approach resonates well with my clients because they can better understand the way that they respond to their environment and how their internal processing frames the way in which they view the world.
I completed my master's internship at UNMC Counseling and Psychological Services where I had the opportunity to work with graduate and medical students. During this time, I started integrating neuroscience into treatment planning. I have found this evidence-based approach resonates well with my clients because they can better understand the way that they respond to their environment and how their internal processing frames the way in which they view the world.
I enjoy working with a variety of populations, including LGBTQ+ clients and couples who wish to strengthen their relationships.
Though eclectic in theoretical orientation, often I focus on teaching my clients DBT skills. These skills are rooted in Mindfulness and balancing emotions with facts in order to feel centered in one's Wise Mind. I also am trained in EMDR and see tremendous healing of past trauma occur for my clients with this method.
I enjoy working with a variety of populations, including LGBTQ+ clients and couples who wish to strengthen their relationships.
Though eclectic in theoretical orientation, often I focus on teaching my clients DBT skills. These skills are rooted in Mindfulness and balancing emotions with facts in order to feel centered in one's Wise Mind. I also am trained in EMDR and see tremendous healing of past trauma occur for my clients with this method.
I am a compassionate advocate for mental health and LGBTQIA+ community.
My primary passion is helping the LGBTQ+ community. This ranges from support for those questioning, curious, or struggling with identity and related changes for themselves or their family members to assessment/letters of support for HRT/Surgical interventions in accordance to WPATH standards of care.
I am a compassionate advocate for mental health and LGBTQIA+ community.
My primary passion is helping the LGBTQ+ community. This ranges from support for those questioning, curious, or struggling with identity and related changes for themselves or their family members to assessment/letters of support for HRT/Surgical interventions in accordance to WPATH standards of care.
I also have significant experience in working with the LGBTQ community.
I’m trained in a variety of treatment approaches including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). My qualifications include state licensure, national board certification, a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and experience in working with a wide variety of diagnoses.
I also have significant experience in working with the LGBTQ community.
I’m trained in a variety of treatment approaches including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). My qualifications include state licensure, national board certification, a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and experience in working with a wide variety of diagnoses.
My role is to assist you on your path to healing and recovery by equipping you with the essential skills and tools needed to enact the changes you seek. My approach is multifaceted, rooted in methodologies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, all tailored to forge a therapy process that is uniquely client-centered. My aim is to empower individuals to surmount challenges, foster resilience, and realize enduring positive transformation.
My role is to assist you on your path to healing and recovery by equipping you with the essential skills and tools needed to enact the changes you seek. My approach is multifaceted, rooted in methodologies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, all tailored to forge a therapy process that is uniquely client-centered. My aim is to empower individuals to surmount challenges, foster resilience, and realize enduring positive transformation.
I am most passionate about providing LGBTQIA+ affirming care as well as working with women and college-age adults transitioning into adulthood.
While I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches, I ground my work in a strengths and values-based lens. My goal is to help you tap into what already makes you, you—your strengths, values, and inner resilience—to navigate life’s challenges with more clarity and confidence. Together, we’ll work toward your goals and focus on what matters most to you.
I am most passionate about providing LGBTQIA+ affirming care as well as working with women and college-age adults transitioning into adulthood.
While I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches, I ground my work in a strengths and values-based lens. My goal is to help you tap into what already makes you, you—your strengths, values, and inner resilience—to navigate life’s challenges with more clarity and confidence. Together, we’ll work toward your goals and focus on what matters most to you.
Bettering Me Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LIMHP, LMHC, LPC, NCC, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, NE 68005
Whether you’re a veteran, part of the LGBTQ+ community, or navigating complex emotions and life transitions, you want more than just surviving—you want to heal, grow, and thrive.
At BMCS we know taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. We offer a safe, compassionate space where you can be yourself without judgment. We'll walk with you at your pace as you work toward healing, clarity, and peace. Bettering Me Starts Today! When you’re ready, we're here.
Whether you’re a veteran, part of the LGBTQ+ community, or navigating complex emotions and life transitions, you want more than just surviving—you want to heal, grow, and thrive.
At BMCS we know taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. We offer a safe, compassionate space where you can be yourself without judgment. We'll walk with you at your pace as you work toward healing, clarity, and peace. Bettering Me Starts Today! When you’re ready, we're here.
Many of us did not grow up knowing that it was important - and okay - to take care of our mental health. We heard talking about going to the doctor when you are sick, but nothing about seeking counseling - therapy - when our thoughts, feelings, or behaviors aren't well. But seeing a therapist is just as important and normal as visiting your doctor. Our minds and bodies are one, endlessly affecting one another both positively and negatively. If we are unwell physically, then our mental health can suffer AND vise versa.
Many of us did not grow up knowing that it was important - and okay - to take care of our mental health. We heard talking about going to the doctor when you are sick, but nothing about seeking counseling - therapy - when our thoughts, feelings, or behaviors aren't well. But seeing a therapist is just as important and normal as visiting your doctor. Our minds and bodies are one, endlessly affecting one another both positively and negatively. If we are unwell physically, then our mental health can suffer AND vise versa.
Soy bilingüe! Y me gustaría poder ayudarte a alcanzar tus metas. Tengo experiencia extensa en diferentes areas de la salud mental y me especializo en areas relativas a la mujer y familias. Puedo ayudar a niños, adolescentes, adultos, y parejas. Contáctame para platicar contigo y puedas sentirte mejor.
Soy bilingüe! Y me gustaría poder ayudarte a alcanzar tus metas. Tengo experiencia extensa en diferentes areas de la salud mental y me especializo en areas relativas a la mujer y familias. Puedo ayudar a niños, adolescentes, adultos, y parejas. Contáctame para platicar contigo y puedas sentirte mejor.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodivergent folks and people processing transitions, trauma, or emotional overwhelm.
Are you feeling disconnected from your body? Have you often been described as someone who intellectualizes their emotions? Then you’re in the right place to heal! I focus on emotions, using body-based and parts based techniques to help you connect with yourself and others more deeply. Do you want to become more present in your daily living, and feel more fulfilled? I am trained in methods that promote mindfulness, emotional balance, and values based goal work to bring these positive changes. I work to create a grounded, nonjudgmental space where you can reconnect with yourself and move toward meaningful change.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodivergent folks and people processing transitions, trauma, or emotional overwhelm.
Are you feeling disconnected from your body? Have you often been described as someone who intellectualizes their emotions? Then you’re in the right place to heal! I focus on emotions, using body-based and parts based techniques to help you connect with yourself and others more deeply. Do you want to become more present in your daily living, and feel more fulfilled? I am trained in methods that promote mindfulness, emotional balance, and values based goal work to bring these positive changes. I work to create a grounded, nonjudgmental space where you can reconnect with yourself and move toward meaningful change.
Hello, I'm Morgan. Are you looking for an unbiased space to decompress and process through life's tough stuff? Are you seeking tools and tips for when things just feel too messy? When we are experiencing anxiety, depression, or any other intolerable feeling, it can be difficult to manage on our own. I offer a comfortable, non-assumptive space to sort through any of life's complexities you or your family are experiencing.
I work with teens and adults who present with many concerns including anxiety, PTSD, depression, parenting concerns, attachment concerns, and general life transitions.
Hello, I'm Morgan. Are you looking for an unbiased space to decompress and process through life's tough stuff? Are you seeking tools and tips for when things just feel too messy? When we are experiencing anxiety, depression, or any other intolerable feeling, it can be difficult to manage on our own. I offer a comfortable, non-assumptive space to sort through any of life's complexities you or your family are experiencing.
I work with teens and adults who present with many concerns including anxiety, PTSD, depression, parenting concerns, attachment concerns, and general life transitions.
Welcome to the beginning of a potentially transforming time in your life. The decision to seek therapy is both scary and courageous as it requires a person to be vulnerable with a perfect stranger. Every time I begin to work with a new person, I am always awed by the motivation and fortitude it takes to make changes in one's life. To explore our fears, motivations, dreams, goals and strengths is not necessarily the norm of our society, however, to embark on this journey provides a significantly more fulfilled life.
Welcome to the beginning of a potentially transforming time in your life. The decision to seek therapy is both scary and courageous as it requires a person to be vulnerable with a perfect stranger. Every time I begin to work with a new person, I am always awed by the motivation and fortitude it takes to make changes in one's life. To explore our fears, motivations, dreams, goals and strengths is not necessarily the norm of our society, however, to embark on this journey provides a significantly more fulfilled life.
Hello! I have many years of experience working as a mental health therapist with a diverse client population. My passion is found in working with adolescents, their families/parents, adults, and couples.
Hello! I have many years of experience working as a mental health therapist with a diverse client population. My passion is found in working with adolescents, their families/parents, adults, and couples.
I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, identity exploration, and life transitions and have specialized experience in perinatal/postpartum mental health, personality disorders, LGBTQIA+, and refugee experiences.
Hi, I’m Jenn. I work with teens (15+) and adults who want to better understand themselves, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, identity concerns, or major life transitions, I offer a supportive space where you can feel seen and heard. My approach is warm, collaborative, and empowering—focused on helping you build insight, tap into your strengths, and feel more confident and connected as you move forward in your life.
I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, identity exploration, and life transitions and have specialized experience in perinatal/postpartum mental health, personality disorders, LGBTQIA+, and refugee experiences.
Hi, I’m Jenn. I work with teens (15+) and adults who want to better understand themselves, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, identity concerns, or major life transitions, I offer a supportive space where you can feel seen and heard. My approach is warm, collaborative, and empowering—focused on helping you build insight, tap into your strengths, and feel more confident and connected as you move forward in your life.
My counseling and psychotherapy practice has grown from the roots of a 34- year career in public education. My experiences include 24 years in the classroom, a decade working as a high school Counselor, and 8 years in private practice. I have counseled diverse populations and cultures, and have extensive knowledge and practice in working with students who receive special education services. I have worked with families in crisis due to death, deployment and adverse circumstances. I have also received specialized training in working with First Responders.
My counseling and psychotherapy practice has grown from the roots of a 34- year career in public education. My experiences include 24 years in the classroom, a decade working as a high school Counselor, and 8 years in private practice. I have counseled diverse populations and cultures, and have extensive knowledge and practice in working with students who receive special education services. I have worked with families in crisis due to death, deployment and adverse circumstances. I have also received specialized training in working with First Responders.
Roni holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling and is a Nationally Certified Employee Assistance Professional as well as a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner. Roni has many years of experience with much of her training and expertise focused in the areas of depression, anxiety, grief and loss and substance abuse/addiction. Roni works with clients of all ages ranging from 5 to 95. She works hard to assist and challenge her clients to make changes in their lives and help them realize their strengths and potential.
Roni holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling and is a Nationally Certified Employee Assistance Professional as well as a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner. Roni has many years of experience with much of her training and expertise focused in the areas of depression, anxiety, grief and loss and substance abuse/addiction. Roni works with clients of all ages ranging from 5 to 95. She works hard to assist and challenge her clients to make changes in their lives and help them realize their strengths and potential.
My commitment as a therapist is to provide my clients with a compassionate environment that offers unconditional acceptance and support. Each client is seen as a unique individual. I believe that counseling promotes growth by building on existing strengths. Each client is guided through a process that allows for the enhancement of self-enpowerment and discovery.
My commitment as a therapist is to provide my clients with a compassionate environment that offers unconditional acceptance and support. Each client is seen as a unique individual. I believe that counseling promotes growth by building on existing strengths. Each client is guided through a process that allows for the enhancement of self-enpowerment and discovery.
Have you ever felt like life is passing you by? Like things are out of control and you don't see an off-ramp? All of us are faced with similar challenges at some point.
Have you ever felt like life is passing you by? Like things are out of control and you don't see an off-ramp? All of us are faced with similar challenges at some point.
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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.