LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Fremont, NE

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Karen Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMHP
Verified Verified
Fremont, NE 68025
Whether in crisis or just looking to make “good enough” better— please consider extra support right now for you, for you and your partner, or for your teen. I offer appointments in my downtown Fremont office (new location) or via a secure video appointment through your smart phone, tablet, or computer. I offer appointments Mondays through Thursdays— beginning at 11am, ending by 8pm. Please reach out with any questions. I hope you find what you’re looking for.
Whether in crisis or just looking to make “good enough” better— please consider extra support right now for you, for you and your partner, or for your teen. I offer appointments in my downtown Fremont office (new location) or via a secure video appointment through your smart phone, tablet, or computer. I offer appointments Mondays through Thursdays— beginning at 11am, ending by 8pm. Please reach out with any questions. I hope you find what you’re looking for.
(402) 704-4661 View (402) 704-4661
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Lacey Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Fremont, NE 68025
I specialize in working with teenagers (high school age & up) & adults. My goal is to help those who come to me successfully navigate the life challenges we all deal with. Especially those challenges such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, sexual orientation & gender identity issues, and those in the first responder professions. Everyone deserves a safe space to talk and sort through life's struggles & experiences!
I specialize in working with teenagers (high school age & up) & adults. My goal is to help those who come to me successfully navigate the life challenges we all deal with. Especially those challenges such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, sexual orientation & gender identity issues, and those in the first responder professions. Everyone deserves a safe space to talk and sort through life's struggles & experiences!
(402) 512-5949 View (402) 512-5949
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Holly Kiefer
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, LICSW
Verified Verified
Fremont, NE 68025
I take a nonjudgmental trauma-informed approach, recognizing the somatic components of mental health. I am especially interested in working with neurodiverse adults and teens. I believe that a mental health diagnosis isn’t something you need to be afraid of, rather it can be a key to discovering your superpowers and what you really want out of your life. I also travel nationwide to cofacilitate and provide spaceholding for somatic and spiritual retreats.
I take a nonjudgmental trauma-informed approach, recognizing the somatic components of mental health. I am especially interested in working with neurodiverse adults and teens. I believe that a mental health diagnosis isn’t something you need to be afraid of, rather it can be a key to discovering your superpowers and what you really want out of your life. I also travel nationwide to cofacilitate and provide spaceholding for somatic and spiritual retreats.
(402) 382-9651 View (402) 382-9651
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Braun Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, LIMHP, LADC, CPC, LMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, NE 68025
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling sad, nervous, anxious? Do you drink more than you planned? Are you using prescribed drugs more than you should or using illegal drug? Have you recently received legal charges? I can help by providing the First Step in completing a comprehensive Co-Occurring Substance Use Mental Health Evaluation and provide you with guidance on your next step. We all struggle in life and we do not always know the healthiest way to address the struggles. I can help you develop your personal healthy coping skills and assist you getting where you would like to be.
Are you feeling sad, nervous, anxious? Do you drink more than you planned? Are you using prescribed drugs more than you should or using illegal drug? Have you recently received legal charges? I can help by providing the First Step in completing a comprehensive Co-Occurring Substance Use Mental Health Evaluation and provide you with guidance on your next step. We all struggle in life and we do not always know the healthiest way to address the struggles. I can help you develop your personal healthy coping skills and assist you getting where you would like to be.
(531) 208-1684 View (531) 208-1684
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Terry Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fremont, NE 68025
You might wonder if hypnotherapy is available in the midst of a pandemic - when all the therapists have switched to telehealth platforms. Yes, it is! We simply must plan carefully, so that the process remains safe and comfortable. While everyone's reaction to hypnosis is unique and personal - it has a potential of effecting powerful change for you. You can begin to face what you've been avoiding - and do so with more confidence. I strive to make your sessions productive, so that you make the progress you want. It's a big decision to start therapy - so don't hesitate to ask questions up front.
You might wonder if hypnotherapy is available in the midst of a pandemic - when all the therapists have switched to telehealth platforms. Yes, it is! We simply must plan carefully, so that the process remains safe and comfortable. While everyone's reaction to hypnosis is unique and personal - it has a potential of effecting powerful change for you. You can begin to face what you've been avoiding - and do so with more confidence. I strive to make your sessions productive, so that you make the progress you want. It's a big decision to start therapy - so don't hesitate to ask questions up front.
(402) 795-1369 View (402) 795-1369
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Marnie King Counseling
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LADC, LMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, NE 68025
Stop struggling and find your happiness. I can help with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, addiction, other mental health disorders, unresolved emotional issues, self-esteem/self-empowerment, grief and loss, relationship/family concerns, individual counseling for personal and emotional growth, creating more meaning and purpose, behavioral problems, difficulty adjusting to new circumstances, living a more fulfilled life, and past trauma. Call today for quick Substance Use Evaluations for Treatment Only. I do not do interventions.
Stop struggling and find your happiness. I can help with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, addiction, other mental health disorders, unresolved emotional issues, self-esteem/self-empowerment, grief and loss, relationship/family concerns, individual counseling for personal and emotional growth, creating more meaning and purpose, behavioral problems, difficulty adjusting to new circumstances, living a more fulfilled life, and past trauma. Call today for quick Substance Use Evaluations for Treatment Only. I do not do interventions.
(402) 835-4364 View (402) 835-4364
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Roman Sanchez Ramirez
Provisional Mental Health Practitioner, PLMHP, PCMSW
Verified Verified
Fremont, NE 68026
I provide services to individuals, couples, and families utilizing empathy and warmth. I work with couples and families who want to understand and work on their current relationship problems and daily stressors that they are experiencing. I help couples work on relationship issues related to communication, trust, conflict resolution, boundaries, and managing emotions. I provide trauma-informed services to individuals who want to process their trauma and start their journey towards healing and self-empowerment. I work with individuals who have experienced intergenerational trauma, domestic violence, and sexual assault.
I provide services to individuals, couples, and families utilizing empathy and warmth. I work with couples and families who want to understand and work on their current relationship problems and daily stressors that they are experiencing. I help couples work on relationship issues related to communication, trust, conflict resolution, boundaries, and managing emotions. I provide trauma-informed services to individuals who want to process their trauma and start their journey towards healing and self-empowerment. I work with individuals who have experienced intergenerational trauma, domestic violence, and sexual assault.
(402) 807-5117 View (402) 807-5117
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Becky Eder
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, MA, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Fremont, NE 68025  (Online Only)
It takes a great deal of energy second guessing your decisions and worrying that you are failing yourself and those around you. And once you expend that much "mental energy" spinning your wheels, irritations and feelings of inadequacy increase. It doesn’t take long to then feel like you're losing control and wonder what you keep doing wrong. When this happens, we often distance ourselves further, we stop expressing our feelings, and we begin to suffer in silence. And, it can be scary reaching out to a counselor because you really want to connect with them.
It takes a great deal of energy second guessing your decisions and worrying that you are failing yourself and those around you. And once you expend that much "mental energy" spinning your wheels, irritations and feelings of inadequacy increase. It doesn’t take long to then feel like you're losing control and wonder what you keep doing wrong. When this happens, we often distance ourselves further, we stop expressing our feelings, and we begin to suffer in silence. And, it can be scary reaching out to a counselor because you really want to connect with them.
(308) 280-3207 View (308) 280-3207
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Michelle Woidneck Kieffe
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fremont, NE 68025
Waitlist for new clients
We receive constant messages that if you are not feeling happy something is wrong. But is this fair? Over 50% of us will suffer with a mental health condition in our lifetime! This suggests suffering is not pathological, but rather a universal experience. The fact you are human guarantees you will experience pain. Sadly, sometimes our well-intended efforts to avoid pain can unintentionally lead to more suffering. Across time we can lose touch with what matters to us most and our quality of life goes down. We can become stuck in an unnecessary battle with ourselves, and all the while life continues to go by.
We receive constant messages that if you are not feeling happy something is wrong. But is this fair? Over 50% of us will suffer with a mental health condition in our lifetime! This suggests suffering is not pathological, but rather a universal experience. The fact you are human guarantees you will experience pain. Sadly, sometimes our well-intended efforts to avoid pain can unintentionally lead to more suffering. Across time we can lose touch with what matters to us most and our quality of life goes down. We can become stuck in an unnecessary battle with ourselves, and all the while life continues to go by.
(531) 214-1258 View (531) 214-1258
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Michelle Lee Bourdo
Counselor, MSAT, ATR, PLMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, NE 68025  (Online Only)
Creating a life of healthy living is possible. If you have found yourself here, asking if it is time to get you mental health on track, the answer is yes! Through the use of art therapy, I can help you design, sculpt and create the best version of you, for you. I am excited to stand beside you as you process your story and mend your heart and mind. Through the use of telehealth and experiential art making, we will practice new life skills and facilitate meaningful living for you. Give me a call and let's get started today.
Creating a life of healthy living is possible. If you have found yourself here, asking if it is time to get you mental health on track, the answer is yes! Through the use of art therapy, I can help you design, sculpt and create the best version of you, for you. I am excited to stand beside you as you process your story and mend your heart and mind. Through the use of telehealth and experiential art making, we will practice new life skills and facilitate meaningful living for you. Give me a call and let's get started today.
(402) 256-6642 View (402) 256-6642
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Apryl Benedict
Counselor
Verified Verified
Fremont, NE 68025  (Online Only)
I am a Clinical Social worker who has experience in inpatient mental health as well as outpatient counseling and I have worked with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and other mood disorders. I work with individuals who have diverse backgrounds and identities. I don't believe we are bound by a diagnosis, and therefore I'm here to help with any issues and challenges that present themselves along the way. My therapy style is laid back and compassionate. We are a team and I am here to guide you on your journey, but you are in the driver's seat.
I am a Clinical Social worker who has experience in inpatient mental health as well as outpatient counseling and I have worked with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and other mood disorders. I work with individuals who have diverse backgrounds and identities. I don't believe we are bound by a diagnosis, and therefore I'm here to help with any issues and challenges that present themselves along the way. My therapy style is laid back and compassionate. We are a team and I am here to guide you on your journey, but you are in the driver's seat.
(402) 526-3222 View (402) 526-3222
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Mallory Gauer
Provisional Mental Health Practitioner, PLMHP, PCMSW
Verified Verified
Fremont, NE 68025
I believe that every individual’s story is unique and deserving of understanding, empathy, and respect. My therapeutic approach is crafted in creating a safe and warm space where you can openly be yourself. Whether you’re struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or simply seeking personal development, I am committed to tailoring our sessions to meet your personal needs and goals. If these needs include a potential referral for medication management, I can refer in-house with our seasoned and trusted PMHNPs.
I believe that every individual’s story is unique and deserving of understanding, empathy, and respect. My therapeutic approach is crafted in creating a safe and warm space where you can openly be yourself. Whether you’re struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or simply seeking personal development, I am committed to tailoring our sessions to meet your personal needs and goals. If these needs include a potential referral for medication management, I can refer in-house with our seasoned and trusted PMHNPs.
(402) 303-3250 View (402) 303-3250
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Janette Lynn Bentley
Counselor, LIMHP, LMHP, LADC, CPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, NE 68025
Not accepting new clients
I have a passion for working with clients of all ages. I have an extensive history of working with clients struggling with both addiction and mental health issues. I personalize treatment to meet the needs of each client I serve. I believe each person has their own unique set of strengths they can tap into to overcome any obstacles life has handed them. I specialize in working with clients that have experienced trauma and would like to get on the path to recovery. I am also EMDR trained.
I have a passion for working with clients of all ages. I have an extensive history of working with clients struggling with both addiction and mental health issues. I personalize treatment to meet the needs of each client I serve. I believe each person has their own unique set of strengths they can tap into to overcome any obstacles life has handed them. I specialize in working with clients that have experienced trauma and would like to get on the path to recovery. I am also EMDR trained.
(402) 920-5196 View (402) 920-5196

Online Therapists

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C J Elliott
Counselor, PLMHP, PCMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68154
Waitlist for new clients
I strive to cultivate healing, resilience and joy for LGBTQ+ people so we can live our best lives.
I am a mental health practitioner with Omaha ForUs LGBTQ+ Community Center. I provide therapy for individuals of any age who identify as LGBTQ+ or are questioning their gender/sexuality. I also offer LGBTQ+ group, family and couples therapy by request.
I strive to cultivate healing, resilience and joy for LGBTQ+ people so we can live our best lives.
I am a mental health practitioner with Omaha ForUs LGBTQ+ Community Center. I provide therapy for individuals of any age who identify as LGBTQ+ or are questioning their gender/sexuality. I also offer LGBTQ+ group, family and couples therapy by request.
(402) 698-4900 View (402) 698-4900
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Morgan Otto-Berglund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68124
If you enjoy learning, are interested in having new experiences, and want to find meaningful ways to move forward in your life, please reach out! I’m a queer therapist who believes all people deserve the opportunity to live empowered lives.
What if rehashing all the painful parts of life isn’t the only way to feel better? After understanding your concerns, my first priority is to give you techniques, tools, and information to help you feel calmer, more grounded, and more empowered. I seek to help you connect more strongly to your sense of self and provide you with what you need to move forward in a way that feels meaningful to you. This often includes collaboration to shift unhelpful mental, emotional, and behavioral patterns.
If you enjoy learning, are interested in having new experiences, and want to find meaningful ways to move forward in your life, please reach out! I’m a queer therapist who believes all people deserve the opportunity to live empowered lives.
What if rehashing all the painful parts of life isn’t the only way to feel better? After understanding your concerns, my first priority is to give you techniques, tools, and information to help you feel calmer, more grounded, and more empowered. I seek to help you connect more strongly to your sense of self and provide you with what you need to move forward in a way that feels meaningful to you. This often includes collaboration to shift unhelpful mental, emotional, and behavioral patterns.
(402) 532-1967 View (402) 532-1967
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Kyle Wockenfuss
Counselor, MA, LIMHP, CPC
Verified Verified
Lincoln, NE 68512
My experience working with a variety of mental health issues is vast; however, I commonly work with such topics as trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, athletics, divorce, male sexual assault, LGBTQ concerns, and much more.
I am Kyle Wockenfuss, a licensed independent mental health practitioner in the state of Nebraska and I am pleased you are considering taking control of your wellness. I firmly believe we all have the capacity to have a healthy, meaningful, and satisfying life regardless of the challenges we sometimes encounter. For these reasons, among others, I became a professional counselor and educator. I have worked in a variety of placements, including college-counseling centers, inpatient services, and in private practice.
My experience working with a variety of mental health issues is vast; however, I commonly work with such topics as trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, athletics, divorce, male sexual assault, LGBTQ concerns, and much more.
I am Kyle Wockenfuss, a licensed independent mental health practitioner in the state of Nebraska and I am pleased you are considering taking control of your wellness. I firmly believe we all have the capacity to have a healthy, meaningful, and satisfying life regardless of the challenges we sometimes encounter. For these reasons, among others, I became a professional counselor and educator. I have worked in a variety of placements, including college-counseling centers, inpatient services, and in private practice.
(531) 208-1295 View (531) 208-1295
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Alex Farquhar-Leicester
Provisionally Licensed Psychologist, PhD, PLP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lincoln, NE 68506
, ADHD, autism, learning disability), identity development, LGBTQ issues (e.
Hi! Thank you for being here. Therapy is a vulnerable but rewarding journey, and even being on this page represents a significant step toward healing. I hope we can work together to define and cultivate a more fulfilling connection to yourself and the important people in your life. I view clients as professional peers and equals—people who have valuable insight and contributions to their learning and growth. As such, my approach to therapy is one that acknowledges, supports, and values collaboration in the work we engage. Together we will navigate a path toward healing and joy.
, ADHD, autism, learning disability), identity development, LGBTQ issues (e.
Hi! Thank you for being here. Therapy is a vulnerable but rewarding journey, and even being on this page represents a significant step toward healing. I hope we can work together to define and cultivate a more fulfilling connection to yourself and the important people in your life. I view clients as professional peers and equals—people who have valuable insight and contributions to their learning and growth. As such, my approach to therapy is one that acknowledges, supports, and values collaboration in the work we engage. Together we will navigate a path toward healing and joy.
(402) 736-6799 View (402) 736-6799
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Ashton Jordan Page
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIMHP, LICSW
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68131
My therapeutic lens is rooted in the tenants of social work and social justice. As a clinician I meet clients where they are and recognize that no person functions outside of their environment. So as we delve into issues of mental health symptoms, we will also be investigating how society at large plays a role in our health. I lean heavily on psychodynamic processing and a focused mindfulness practice called Brainspotting. I also engage clients through CBT, DBT, and narrative therapy. I am LGBTQIA+ friendly (and a part of the community, too), and am continually in the process of being anti-racist.
My therapeutic lens is rooted in the tenants of social work and social justice. As a clinician I meet clients where they are and recognize that no person functions outside of their environment. So as we delve into issues of mental health symptoms, we will also be investigating how society at large plays a role in our health. I lean heavily on psychodynamic processing and a focused mindfulness practice called Brainspotting. I also engage clients through CBT, DBT, and narrative therapy. I am LGBTQIA+ friendly (and a part of the community, too), and am continually in the process of being anti-racist.
(402) 256-6873 View (402) 256-6873
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Randy Hager
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, LIMHP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68127
Negative experiences in your past don't have to leave you anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed. Likewise, present politics, weather, and finances can produce symptoms. Process both, your past and the present, in healthy ways. Stresses from today can trigger past experiences and negative habits. I will help you get through today and give you hope for tomorrow. It makes no difference if you are gay or straight, faith or no faith, black, brown or white, you are welcomed here. Your concerns can be safely explored and your beliefs respected. Make today a turning point to a better life.
Negative experiences in your past don't have to leave you anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed. Likewise, present politics, weather, and finances can produce symptoms. Process both, your past and the present, in healthy ways. Stresses from today can trigger past experiences and negative habits. I will help you get through today and give you hope for tomorrow. It makes no difference if you are gay or straight, faith or no faith, black, brown or white, you are welcomed here. Your concerns can be safely explored and your beliefs respected. Make today a turning point to a better life.
(402) 581-9717 View (402) 581-9717
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John-Paul Witt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln, NE 68506
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience with people of all ages and people leaving & scared of relationships, survivors of sexual abuse, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Especially in difficult times, it can be hard to find sources of acceptance, affirmation, and healing. Often the people closest to us - family, classmates, and co-workers, don't accept us for who we are. Perhaps we are gifted and see the world differently, in a new relationship and scared of old mistakes, navigating parenting or co-parenting, or are trying to better understand ourselves and our past. Whatever the reason, we also desire to be happy, whole, and loved - and especially to become something more than what we are. Trauma can hold us back at any age - creating negative habits and barriers to our success.
I have experience with people of all ages and people leaving & scared of relationships, survivors of sexual abuse, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Especially in difficult times, it can be hard to find sources of acceptance, affirmation, and healing. Often the people closest to us - family, classmates, and co-workers, don't accept us for who we are. Perhaps we are gifted and see the world differently, in a new relationship and scared of old mistakes, navigating parenting or co-parenting, or are trying to better understand ourselves and our past. Whatever the reason, we also desire to be happy, whole, and loved - and especially to become something more than what we are. Trauma can hold us back at any age - creating negative habits and barriers to our success.
(531) 201-1965 View (531) 201-1965

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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.