Lesbian Therapists in Eden, NY
Like Brett Butler or Lady Brett Ashley, I am a female with a traditionally male name. My background is as unique as my name, qualifying me to treat a diverse spectrum of people and issues. I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC). My specialty is trauma and dissociation and I am EMDR certified. I am also trained by ASCH in advanced clinical hypnotherapy. I take a person centered, holistic approach in my work and am strongly aware of the mind-body connection. Laughter, tears, breath, thoughts, feelings, behaviors: expect to explore them all!
Like Brett Butler or Lady Brett Ashley, I am a female with a traditionally male name. My background is as unique as my name, qualifying me to treat a diverse spectrum of people and issues. I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC). My specialty is trauma and dissociation and I am EMDR certified. I am also trained by ASCH in advanced clinical hypnotherapy. I take a person centered, holistic approach in my work and am strongly aware of the mind-body connection. Laughter, tears, breath, thoughts, feelings, behaviors: expect to explore them all!
I am someone who is fortunate enough to love my job! It is very rewarding to watch my clients grow as they work through anxious thoughts, depressed moods, traumatic memories, relationship challenges and complicated childhood experiences. If you think I might be the right fit for you and you are ready to take that next step, It would be my privilege to help you to figure out a plan in creating positive change in your life. We will work together to sort through your thoughts and behaviors, while learning positive coping strategies for symptom management.
I am someone who is fortunate enough to love my job! It is very rewarding to watch my clients grow as they work through anxious thoughts, depressed moods, traumatic memories, relationship challenges and complicated childhood experiences. If you think I might be the right fit for you and you are ready to take that next step, It would be my privilege to help you to figure out a plan in creating positive change in your life. We will work together to sort through your thoughts and behaviors, while learning positive coping strategies for symptom management.
Congratulations! You are taking the first steps to improve yourself and have a better life by visiting this website and looking through profiles. Often times people think of themselves as week if they find themselves asking for help. I consider it sign of strength. I believe in providing a practical and interactive experience for my clients in a sensitive, supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. I strive to work with my clients to have a sense of hope for the future. I believe in helping people reach their goals as quickly as possible so they can move on and be the best they can be.
Congratulations! You are taking the first steps to improve yourself and have a better life by visiting this website and looking through profiles. Often times people think of themselves as week if they find themselves asking for help. I consider it sign of strength. I believe in providing a practical and interactive experience for my clients in a sensitive, supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. I strive to work with my clients to have a sense of hope for the future. I believe in helping people reach their goals as quickly as possible so they can move on and be the best they can be.
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Finding a therapist can be overwhelming and I’m glad you’re sticking with it. As a therapist, I specialize in working with ADHD, those who have experienced trauma, the queer community, medical professionals.
I value honesty and collaboration in the therapeutic process. I feel it is important for you to know and be educated about your mental health. I want you to have a clear understanding every step of the way. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you can feel empowered to explore your challenges, discover your strengths and build resiliency within yourself.
Finding a therapist can be overwhelming and I’m glad you’re sticking with it. As a therapist, I specialize in working with ADHD, those who have experienced trauma, the queer community, medical professionals.
I value honesty and collaboration in the therapeutic process. I feel it is important for you to know and be educated about your mental health. I want you to have a clear understanding every step of the way. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you can feel empowered to explore your challenges, discover your strengths and build resiliency within yourself.
My name is Toi-Shareema Grayson. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey. I am a proud Black African American raised by my mom, grandmother, uncle, and aunt, whom were all instrumental in my rearing. Surrounded by hard working family is where I gained my reliable work ethic, as well as my passion to work with people. Transitioning into counseling working directly with people just made sense to me. If you are ready to unpack your concerns, work through your challenges, set goals for yourself, and begin your healing process congratulations on taking your first step.
My name is Toi-Shareema Grayson. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey. I am a proud Black African American raised by my mom, grandmother, uncle, and aunt, whom were all instrumental in my rearing. Surrounded by hard working family is where I gained my reliable work ethic, as well as my passion to work with people. Transitioning into counseling working directly with people just made sense to me. If you are ready to unpack your concerns, work through your challenges, set goals for yourself, and begin your healing process congratulations on taking your first step.
You don’t need to figure everything out on your own.
You don’t need to figure everything out on your own.
Whatever the path may be that brought you here, I am ready to listen with an open mind. Whether you are struggling with discontentment in your life, relationships, transitioning careers, seeking balance, or looking to better manage everyday stress, I am here to guide you through the process. Collaboratively, we will work towards balance with your individualized goals as our priority. In today's world especially, meeting virtually via Telehealth can provide a safe, secure, and convenient method to meet the needs of your busy and demanding daily life.
Whatever the path may be that brought you here, I am ready to listen with an open mind. Whether you are struggling with discontentment in your life, relationships, transitioning careers, seeking balance, or looking to better manage everyday stress, I am here to guide you through the process. Collaboratively, we will work towards balance with your individualized goals as our priority. In today's world especially, meeting virtually via Telehealth can provide a safe, secure, and convenient method to meet the needs of your busy and demanding daily life.
I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, valued, and respected. I approach each session with empathy, understanding, and an open mind, honoring each person’s unique background and experiences. My goal is to build trust through consistency, confidentiality, and clear communication, allowing clients to feel secure in expressing themselves. I believe in meeting clients where they are, supporting them with compassion while guiding them to find the skills and tools that will help overcome any struggles they are experiencing.
I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, valued, and respected. I approach each session with empathy, understanding, and an open mind, honoring each person’s unique background and experiences. My goal is to build trust through consistency, confidentiality, and clear communication, allowing clients to feel secure in expressing themselves. I believe in meeting clients where they are, supporting them with compassion while guiding them to find the skills and tools that will help overcome any struggles they are experiencing.
Hello! I’m a trauma-informed therapist training in sex therapy and I create a safe, affirming space to explore the intersection of trauma, sexuality, and relationships. I work with individuals navigating sexual trauma, identity exploration, and relational challenges, helping you reconnect with yourself and build fulfilling, authentic connections. I am deeply committed to sexual wellness and inclusivity. I work with individuals across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum and welcome diverse relationship structures, including kink and consensual non-monogamy. I strive to create a space where all parts of you are respected, explored, and understood.
Hello! I’m a trauma-informed therapist training in sex therapy and I create a safe, affirming space to explore the intersection of trauma, sexuality, and relationships. I work with individuals navigating sexual trauma, identity exploration, and relational challenges, helping you reconnect with yourself and build fulfilling, authentic connections. I am deeply committed to sexual wellness and inclusivity. I work with individuals across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum and welcome diverse relationship structures, including kink and consensual non-monogamy. I strive to create a space where all parts of you are respected, explored, and understood.
Looking for couples therapy that honors your story and safeguards your privacy? Whole Stories Therapy is a woman-owned practice in Buffalo offering inclusive, trauma-informed care to couples and individuals across New York. We specialize in relationship counseling, communication support, and healing from relational trauma. Our sliding-scale, identity-affirming services are available both in person and via telehealth, making it easy for couples + individuals to access compassionate care that fits their lives. Rooted in community care, we host a free book library and regularly collect donations for local food banks.
Looking for couples therapy that honors your story and safeguards your privacy? Whole Stories Therapy is a woman-owned practice in Buffalo offering inclusive, trauma-informed care to couples and individuals across New York. We specialize in relationship counseling, communication support, and healing from relational trauma. Our sliding-scale, identity-affirming services are available both in person and via telehealth, making it easy for couples + individuals to access compassionate care that fits their lives. Rooted in community care, we host a free book library and regularly collect donations for local food banks.
Our practice focuses on relationships, trauma, and somatic work. If you’re feeling stuck in relational patterns, caught in your thoughts, or disconnected from yourself or others, you don’t have to navigate it alone. We’re here to help you move toward a more grounded and authentic way of living and being in relationship.
Our practice focuses on relationships, trauma, and somatic work. If you’re feeling stuck in relational patterns, caught in your thoughts, or disconnected from yourself or others, you don’t have to navigate it alone. We’re here to help you move toward a more grounded and authentic way of living and being in relationship.
Hi! I'm Denise Litterer and I am a psychologist who has successfully worked with clients with a range of presenting issues and from diverse backgrounds for over 25 years. I am highly collaborative and active in therapy, utilizing an interpersonal, feminist, and multicultural approach to combine your life experiences and identities with my professional knowledge. I am also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and often incorporate these techniques into my therapy as well as use them in my own life! On a personal note, I live with my wife, three children, dogs and cats and spend my free time cooking, baking, and reading.
Hi! I'm Denise Litterer and I am a psychologist who has successfully worked with clients with a range of presenting issues and from diverse backgrounds for over 25 years. I am highly collaborative and active in therapy, utilizing an interpersonal, feminist, and multicultural approach to combine your life experiences and identities with my professional knowledge. I am also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and often incorporate these techniques into my therapy as well as use them in my own life! On a personal note, I live with my wife, three children, dogs and cats and spend my free time cooking, baking, and reading.
Seeking transformation and lasting change? Choosing therapy is a brave act. However, traditional therapy often stops at insight. Practical tools that address difficult emotions foster sustainable growth. With experience recognized by The New York Times, CNN, The Washington Post, and others, I combine research-based therapeutic techniques.
Seeking transformation and lasting change? Choosing therapy is a brave act. However, traditional therapy often stops at insight. Practical tools that address difficult emotions foster sustainable growth. With experience recognized by The New York Times, CNN, The Washington Post, and others, I combine research-based therapeutic techniques.
I am passionate about making mental health care more accessible, especially for those who have experienced relational trauma throughout their life. Being a trauma survivor myself, I am deeply aware of the way that trauma impacts our minds and bodies. Many of my clientele comes from diverse backgrounds. I love working with both individuals and couples who are ready to begin their healing process.
I am passionate about making mental health care more accessible, especially for those who have experienced relational trauma throughout their life. Being a trauma survivor myself, I am deeply aware of the way that trauma impacts our minds and bodies. Many of my clientele comes from diverse backgrounds. I love working with both individuals and couples who are ready to begin their healing process.
Life can feel overwhelming—whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, identity struggles, or major life transitions. If you’ve been feeling stuck, misunderstood, or weighed down by stress, you're not alone. I work with women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those facing mental health challenges to help you reconnect with your strengths and feel more grounded. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that hold you back and move toward healing, clarity, and renewed self-trust in a way that’s compassionate, affirming, and centered around you.
Life can feel overwhelming—whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, identity struggles, or major life transitions. If you’ve been feeling stuck, misunderstood, or weighed down by stress, you're not alone. I work with women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those facing mental health challenges to help you reconnect with your strengths and feel more grounded. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that hold you back and move toward healing, clarity, and renewed self-trust in a way that’s compassionate, affirming, and centered around you.
I have 30 years of mental health experience working people experiencing mood changes after having a baby, LGBTQ+, spirituality, becoming a caretaker, college students, health, and grief/end of life. I have supported a variety of clients, as well as helping professionals such as social workers, psychologists, medical professionals/doctors, and others who are seeking counseling. Your confidentiality is of utmost importance. You are the expert of your life, so I pace counseling with where you are at; and utilize person centered, trauma informed, resilience, and cultural humility approaches.
I have 30 years of mental health experience working people experiencing mood changes after having a baby, LGBTQ+, spirituality, becoming a caretaker, college students, health, and grief/end of life. I have supported a variety of clients, as well as helping professionals such as social workers, psychologists, medical professionals/doctors, and others who are seeking counseling. Your confidentiality is of utmost importance. You are the expert of your life, so I pace counseling with where you are at; and utilize person centered, trauma informed, resilience, and cultural humility approaches.
Do you have a sense that something needs to change, but you're not sure where to start. Or why you keep getting in your own way? Maybe you overthink, shut down, say yes when you mean no, or feel like you're going through the motions. You're not broken. You're just stuck in patterns that made sense at some point and don't anymore. I work with adults who are ready to do something different. People who are growth-oriented, self-aware enough to know something isn't working, and motivated to change it.
Do you have a sense that something needs to change, but you're not sure where to start. Or why you keep getting in your own way? Maybe you overthink, shut down, say yes when you mean no, or feel like you're going through the motions. You're not broken. You're just stuck in patterns that made sense at some point and don't anymore. I work with adults who are ready to do something different. People who are growth-oriented, self-aware enough to know something isn't working, and motivated to change it.
Currently accepting new clients! I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and have additional training in Grief and Loss, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat anxiety and depression. I believe good mental health is equally as important as good physical health. I am enthusiastic about helping people to achieve and maintain balance in their lives. Primary to my approach is a good therapeutic alliance between myself and the people I provide therapy to. I try to meet you where you are at, by listening and seeking to understand your needs and desires.
Currently accepting new clients! I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and have additional training in Grief and Loss, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat anxiety and depression. I believe good mental health is equally as important as good physical health. I am enthusiastic about helping people to achieve and maintain balance in their lives. Primary to my approach is a good therapeutic alliance between myself and the people I provide therapy to. I try to meet you where you are at, by listening and seeking to understand your needs and desires.
I work primarily with adolescents and adults managing issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions. Additionally, I take a special interest in helping folks from marginalized backgrounds and transition age youth as they navigate the additional challenges life throws at them. My clients want to feel seen and understood, and to have a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their emotions, grow, and achieve personal goals.
I work primarily with adolescents and adults managing issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions. Additionally, I take a special interest in helping folks from marginalized backgrounds and transition age youth as they navigate the additional challenges life throws at them. My clients want to feel seen and understood, and to have a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their emotions, grow, and achieve personal goals.
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Lesbian Therapists
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.