LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Omaha, NE
Our mental health is no less vital than our physical health, but one area many of us choose to ignore. Often, we become out of balance with our emotions, career and relationships. We may lose a sense of control and only hope to numb the pain. Although life can feel complicated, what isn't complicated is our need to feel loved, respected and that we matter. Caring for yourself is a good place to start.
Our mental health is no less vital than our physical health, but one area many of us choose to ignore. Often, we become out of balance with our emotions, career and relationships. We may lose a sense of control and only hope to numb the pain. Although life can feel complicated, what isn't complicated is our need to feel loved, respected and that we matter. Caring for yourself is a good place to start.
This is a great first step when so much time has been spent saying "I can't, where do I even start?" One thing I love is seeing peoples "impossible" become "possible." Take your life back, rediscover yourself, and promote change. I have an interactive, solution-focused approach. My goal is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients address personal life challenges. I integrate various approaches, offering a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. Compassion and understanding absolutely helps individuals build on their strengths and attain significant personal growth.
This is a great first step when so much time has been spent saying "I can't, where do I even start?" One thing I love is seeing peoples "impossible" become "possible." Take your life back, rediscover yourself, and promote change. I have an interactive, solution-focused approach. My goal is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients address personal life challenges. I integrate various approaches, offering a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. Compassion and understanding absolutely helps individuals build on their strengths and attain significant personal growth.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by emotional pain or life’s challenges, I want you to know—you're not alone, and reaching out matters. I understand how difficult it can be to open up, and I honor the courage it takes to seek support. I work with individuals who are navigating depression, trauma, relationship struggles, and the stressors that make life feel unmanageable. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a space where your pain is acknowledged and your healing is prioritized. Together, we’ll move at your pace.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by emotional pain or life’s challenges, I want you to know—you're not alone, and reaching out matters. I understand how difficult it can be to open up, and I honor the courage it takes to seek support. I work with individuals who are navigating depression, trauma, relationship struggles, and the stressors that make life feel unmanageable. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a space where your pain is acknowledged and your healing is prioritized. Together, we’ll move at your pace.
I utilize a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach with clients and have specialty training in working with the LGBTQIA+ community in therapy.
Therapy is a place for you to be yourself. My goal as your therapist is to provide a space that feels authentic and warm so that we can discuss issues together. From identity exploration to finding meaning in life to observing patterns in relationships, therapy is a wonderful resource to build insight and learn about yourself.
I utilize a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach with clients and have specialty training in working with the LGBTQIA+ community in therapy.
Therapy is a place for you to be yourself. My goal as your therapist is to provide a space that feels authentic and warm so that we can discuss issues together. From identity exploration to finding meaning in life to observing patterns in relationships, therapy is a wonderful resource to build insight and learn about yourself.
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.
Dumayi Gutierrez
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LMHP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
As a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and advocate, providing a safe space is key.
Welcome to my profile! You may feel tension between who you are and what the world wants you to be. There are certain expectations of you and at times, it feels like the world is on your shoulders. Feelings of sadness, anxiety, low self-esteem and frustration keep boiling to the surface. You want to confide with your family, friends or a significant other but you just can’t. You can’t share this tension and pain of failing with others because your true colors will show. You will show, who you really are.
As a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and advocate, providing a safe space is key.
Welcome to my profile! You may feel tension between who you are and what the world wants you to be. There are certain expectations of you and at times, it feels like the world is on your shoulders. Feelings of sadness, anxiety, low self-esteem and frustration keep boiling to the surface. You want to confide with your family, friends or a significant other but you just can’t. You can’t share this tension and pain of failing with others because your true colors will show. You will show, who you really are.
Choosing to seek support is a meaningful step, and I'm glad you're here. Navigating feelings of anxiety, hopelessness, or the impact of past trauma can feel overwhelming when you're carrying it alone. My goal is to create a safe space where you can process your experiences, explore the wounds behind them, and begin to work towards making meaningful change.
Choosing to seek support is a meaningful step, and I'm glad you're here. Navigating feelings of anxiety, hopelessness, or the impact of past trauma can feel overwhelming when you're carrying it alone. My goal is to create a safe space where you can process your experiences, explore the wounds behind them, and begin to work towards making meaningful change.
A specialty of my practice is working with transgender and gender nonconforming individuals and their families.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy and believe you carry with you the answers necessary to move toward change and healing. Whether we are working toward a particular goal or engaging in a broader process of self-discovery, it is my job to facilitate, engage and empower. Your role is to bring your whole self and be open to the process as we build skills, increase internal motivation, and work toward a newly imagined future experience.
A specialty of my practice is working with transgender and gender nonconforming individuals and their families.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy and believe you carry with you the answers necessary to move toward change and healing. Whether we are working toward a particular goal or engaging in a broader process of self-discovery, it is my job to facilitate, engage and empower. Your role is to bring your whole self and be open to the process as we build skills, increase internal motivation, and work toward a newly imagined future experience.
All humans have strengths and develop strategies for coping with life's unique challenges and stressors. Sometimes the strategies we come up with are helpful and sometimes they do more to interfere with life than help. If you believe you or your child are experiencing difficulties coping with or adjusting to life's stressors that are interfering with school or work, peer and family relationships, or overall quality of life, then therapy may be a helpful next step.
All humans have strengths and develop strategies for coping with life's unique challenges and stressors. Sometimes the strategies we come up with are helpful and sometimes they do more to interfere with life than help. If you believe you or your child are experiencing difficulties coping with or adjusting to life's stressors that are interfering with school or work, peer and family relationships, or overall quality of life, then therapy may be a helpful next step.
Dr. Carlos Del Rio
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, PhD, LPC, LIMHP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
We live in a time when people hurt . . . deeply. Shiny screens, social media, and information flooding add to our saturated schedules, and we feel this inner void. We are lonely in the company of others, we face divisions, struggle to answer the deeper questions: “who am I to become?” and “what am I to do?”
Therapy is not a place for quick fixes or solutions. It is not a place to get advice, or to get rescued with a false sense of belonging.
Therapy is a safe space for private conversations where insights emerge, new skills are learned, new perspectives evolve so make sense of our life and situations, and to live life well.
We live in a time when people hurt . . . deeply. Shiny screens, social media, and information flooding add to our saturated schedules, and we feel this inner void. We are lonely in the company of others, we face divisions, struggle to answer the deeper questions: “who am I to become?” and “what am I to do?”
Therapy is not a place for quick fixes or solutions. It is not a place to get advice, or to get rescued with a false sense of belonging.
Therapy is a safe space for private conversations where insights emerge, new skills are learned, new perspectives evolve so make sense of our life and situations, and to live life well.
I believe that within a safe, trust-filled therapeutic relationship, people can decide upon and implement the changes necessary to improve their lives.
I believe that within a safe, trust-filled therapeutic relationship, people can decide upon and implement the changes necessary to improve their lives.
An open letter to those considering therapy,
At times, states of fully living and suffering are simultaneous - with purpose equivalent to survival of the fittest…
BUT
life can include much more than our expectations of it.
If you are curious about how therapy might benefit your life, you are already successful. Even considering Therapeutic Lifestyle Change (TLC) enhances your mind-body connection and improves your awareness of how your private perspectives, emotions, and relationships impact states of health (and disease), public relationships (e.g., loved ones) and the planet we ALL live on.
An open letter to those considering therapy,
At times, states of fully living and suffering are simultaneous - with purpose equivalent to survival of the fittest…
BUT
life can include much more than our expectations of it.
If you are curious about how therapy might benefit your life, you are already successful. Even considering Therapeutic Lifestyle Change (TLC) enhances your mind-body connection and improves your awareness of how your private perspectives, emotions, and relationships impact states of health (and disease), public relationships (e.g., loved ones) and the planet we ALL live on.
My clients are treated like the individuals that they are with dignity and respect. I make sure my clients feel safe knowing that everything is confidential, and they are not judged for who they are and how they feel. Feelings and beliefs are important at any age.
My clients are treated like the individuals that they are with dignity and respect. I make sure my clients feel safe knowing that everything is confidential, and they are not judged for who they are and how they feel. Feelings and beliefs are important at any age.
Not sure if you are ready to begin your therapeutic experience? Give us a call and receive more information about how therapy works as well as what to expect. I have utilized several different types of therapies (CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, Art Therapy and Play Therapy, EMDR) including groups with the emphasis on your needs.
Not sure if you are ready to begin your therapeutic experience? Give us a call and receive more information about how therapy works as well as what to expect. I have utilized several different types of therapies (CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, Art Therapy and Play Therapy, EMDR) including groups with the emphasis on your needs.
Are you feeling anxious, sad or resentful because life isn't going as planned? Are you trying to balance the demands of a career and family, feeling disconnected in your personal relationships, or riding the rollercoaster of infertility? Life can be overwhelming, especially when the unexpected happens. I work with women, couples and families with an emphasis on dealing with anxiety, panic, depression, infertility, grief, parenting, stress, trauma and relationship issues. I can help you reset and find your way again. I can help you feel stronger and confident to face the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Are you feeling anxious, sad or resentful because life isn't going as planned? Are you trying to balance the demands of a career and family, feeling disconnected in your personal relationships, or riding the rollercoaster of infertility? Life can be overwhelming, especially when the unexpected happens. I work with women, couples and families with an emphasis on dealing with anxiety, panic, depression, infertility, grief, parenting, stress, trauma and relationship issues. I can help you reset and find your way again. I can help you feel stronger and confident to face the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Authentic Self Counseling, LLC; Alexandra
Counselor, LIMHP, CMSW
Omaha, NE 68144
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to promote healing and improved resilience to successfully navigate difficult life transitions, LGBTQ+ concerns, complex trauma/PTSD, DID, grief, ADHD, depression, anxiety, and adapting to health issues.
I specialize in treating complex trauma, dissociative disorders, and PTSD. I am trained in EMDR and cognitive processing therapy in the treatment of trauma and I'm working on becoming certified in EMDR. I also offer animal therapy with Bear, my therapy puppy in training, however interacting with Bear is optional.
My goal is to promote healing and improved resilience to successfully navigate difficult life transitions, LGBTQ+ concerns, complex trauma/PTSD, DID, grief, ADHD, depression, anxiety, and adapting to health issues.
I specialize in treating complex trauma, dissociative disorders, and PTSD. I am trained in EMDR and cognitive processing therapy in the treatment of trauma and I'm working on becoming certified in EMDR. I also offer animal therapy with Bear, my therapy puppy in training, however interacting with Bear is optional.
It takes courage to engage in therapy, recognize your inner struggles, and confront past traumas. We all need support to navigate through difficult situations in life. I will welcome you as you are, with your joys and sorrows. I will create a safe, judgment-free space where you can express all facets of your identity. I will help you overcome life challenges such as: Burn-out, depression, anxiety, postpartum challenges, relationship problems, mood disorders, separation, grief, etc. I'm welcoming of clients of various backgrounds and beliefs. I have significant experience working with refugees and immigrants from diverse origins.
It takes courage to engage in therapy, recognize your inner struggles, and confront past traumas. We all need support to navigate through difficult situations in life. I will welcome you as you are, with your joys and sorrows. I will create a safe, judgment-free space where you can express all facets of your identity. I will help you overcome life challenges such as: Burn-out, depression, anxiety, postpartum challenges, relationship problems, mood disorders, separation, grief, etc. I'm welcoming of clients of various backgrounds and beliefs. I have significant experience working with refugees and immigrants from diverse origins.
I believe everyone’s story is worth hearing—and that healing starts in a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in genuine curiosity about who you are and what matters most to you. Whether you're navigating an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or you're simply looking to better understand yourself, I’ll meet you with empathy and tailor our work to your unique goals.
If part of your journey includes exploring medication options, I can easily coordinate care with our trusted in-house psychiatry team to make the process as seamless as possible.
I believe everyone’s story is worth hearing—and that healing starts in a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in genuine curiosity about who you are and what matters most to you. Whether you're navigating an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or you're simply looking to better understand yourself, I’ll meet you with empathy and tailor our work to your unique goals.
If part of your journey includes exploring medication options, I can easily coordinate care with our trusted in-house psychiatry team to make the process as seamless as possible.
WelcomeI My goal is to support you and teach you how to live a happier, healthier, positive and productive lifestyle! I take appointments on weekends and evenings and I am very flexible with scheduling. I do some in-home therapy and meet at schools, if it's preferred. I like to work with adolescents and families with intense needs. I often work with individuals involved with domestic violence, substance abuse, trauma, and eating disorders.
WelcomeI My goal is to support you and teach you how to live a happier, healthier, positive and productive lifestyle! I take appointments on weekends and evenings and I am very flexible with scheduling. I do some in-home therapy and meet at schools, if it's preferred. I like to work with adolescents and families with intense needs. I often work with individuals involved with domestic violence, substance abuse, trauma, and eating disorders.
“There is no darkness without a light”. We all have experienced, at one time or another emotional darkness. Therapy is the way to walk you through the light. I am here to support you. Therapy with me is a collaborative effort. I provide a free judgement zone and you are entitled to every emotion. It is not easy seeking help and I’m proud of you starting your process in finding a provider. Together we will work to create a safe space where you can grow, heal, and reach the light. My goal is to assist individuals through life’s challenges.
“There is no darkness without a light”. We all have experienced, at one time or another emotional darkness. Therapy is the way to walk you through the light. I am here to support you. Therapy with me is a collaborative effort. I provide a free judgement zone and you are entitled to every emotion. It is not easy seeking help and I’m proud of you starting your process in finding a provider. Together we will work to create a safe space where you can grow, heal, and reach the light. My goal is to assist individuals through life’s challenges.
