LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in New York, NY
I hold a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and have worked extensively with neurodivergent adults, college students, and LGBTQIA individuals.
Hello, I'm Dr. Ren.
Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to push themselves to function in environments that never quite fit them. On the outside they appear capable, thoughtful, and responsible- yet internally they feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or misunderstood. I specialize in working with neurodivergent adolescents and adults, including individuals with ADHD, autism, learning differences, and executive functioning challenges, as well as clients navigating identity exploration, relationships, burnout, and major life transitions. Therapy with me is collaborative and affirming. It is more than just talk.
I hold a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and have worked extensively with neurodivergent adults, college students, and LGBTQIA individuals.
Hello, I'm Dr. Ren.
Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to push themselves to function in environments that never quite fit them. On the outside they appear capable, thoughtful, and responsible- yet internally they feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or misunderstood. I specialize in working with neurodivergent adolescents and adults, including individuals with ADHD, autism, learning differences, and executive functioning challenges, as well as clients navigating identity exploration, relationships, burnout, and major life transitions. Therapy with me is collaborative and affirming. It is more than just talk.
I believe that each person is unique and has a story to tell; because of this, I utilize components of various orientations to treat each client, as every person has different needs that deserve to be met. Within this integrative approach, I bring my warm and compassionate energy, genuine curiosity and non judgmental presence to each session. I am a strong believer in the essential nature of the therapeutic relationship, and view our alliance as a collaboration to work together to help you reach your greatest potential.
I believe that each person is unique and has a story to tell; because of this, I utilize components of various orientations to treat each client, as every person has different needs that deserve to be met. Within this integrative approach, I bring my warm and compassionate energy, genuine curiosity and non judgmental presence to each session. I am a strong believer in the essential nature of the therapeutic relationship, and view our alliance as a collaboration to work together to help you reach your greatest potential.
You are capable, driven, and accustomed to being the person others rely on. From the outside, your life may look successful. Privately, you may feel anxious, depleted, unusually self-critical, or unsure how much longer you can keep performing at this pace. Perhaps a transition, setback, promotion, relationship change, or growing visibility has unsettled strategies that once worked well. This work is not about becoming less ambitious. It's about working, leading, creating, and living with more freedom.
You are capable, driven, and accustomed to being the person others rely on. From the outside, your life may look successful. Privately, you may feel anxious, depleted, unusually self-critical, or unsure how much longer you can keep performing at this pace. Perhaps a transition, setback, promotion, relationship change, or growing visibility has unsettled strategies that once worked well. This work is not about becoming less ambitious. It's about working, leading, creating, and living with more freedom.
Therapy is a place for you to share all of your lived experiences. My role is to ask the questions that will support and encourage you to develop a better understanding of yourself. With our combined effort, we will build a solid therapeutic alliance where we can work together to recognize patterns that were created in the past, in order to create current experiences that will give you a brighter future. I am able to conduct therapy in Japanese.
Therapy is a place for you to share all of your lived experiences. My role is to ask the questions that will support and encourage you to develop a better understanding of yourself. With our combined effort, we will build a solid therapeutic alliance where we can work together to recognize patterns that were created in the past, in order to create current experiences that will give you a brighter future. I am able to conduct therapy in Japanese.
Lucas is the kind of therapist who makes you feel understood before you even finish your sentence. His presence is calm, grounded, and genuinely human — the kind of presence that helps people exhale, settle into themselves, and finally speak honestly about what they’ve been carrying. Patients often describe feeling safe with him almost immediately, not because he pushes for disclosure, but because he listens in a way that makes people feel seen rather than judged. As a bilingual clinician fluent in English and Spanish, Lucas provides culturally responsive care that honors each patient’s identity, story, and lived experience.
Lucas is the kind of therapist who makes you feel understood before you even finish your sentence. His presence is calm, grounded, and genuinely human — the kind of presence that helps people exhale, settle into themselves, and finally speak honestly about what they’ve been carrying. Patients often describe feeling safe with him almost immediately, not because he pushes for disclosure, but because he listens in a way that makes people feel seen rather than judged. As a bilingual clinician fluent in English and Spanish, Lucas provides culturally responsive care that honors each patient’s identity, story, and lived experience.
I work with individuals and couples from many backgrounds, and I’m especially committed to working with LGBTQ+ clients around identity, relationships, and the lived experiences of being part of the queer community.
Many people who come to see me appear successful on the outside, yet privately struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or relationships that no longer feel supportive or satisfying. Others carry a lingering sense of unease or disconnection, as if something important is missing or stuck. These experiences can feel isolating and difficult to talk about, especially when shame or self-doubt is involved. Therapy offers a place to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and begin to feel more grounded and hopeful.
I work with individuals and couples from many backgrounds, and I’m especially committed to working with LGBTQ+ clients around identity, relationships, and the lived experiences of being part of the queer community.
Many people who come to see me appear successful on the outside, yet privately struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or relationships that no longer feel supportive or satisfying. Others carry a lingering sense of unease or disconnection, as if something important is missing or stuck. These experiences can feel isolating and difficult to talk about, especially when shame or self-doubt is involved. Therapy offers a place to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and begin to feel more grounded and hopeful.
My academic training at Duke and Columbia and my own LGBTQ and BIPOC identities have all influenced the therapist I am today.
My framework is psychodynamic and relational: we'll explore our lived experiences and recognize how they influence today. We'll aim to uncover meaning, increase self-awareness, broaden emotional insight, and build a stronger, kinder perception of self. I integrate practical tools and blend methodologies, tailoring the process to fit your goals and needs.
My academic training at Duke and Columbia and my own LGBTQ and BIPOC identities have all influenced the therapist I am today.
My framework is psychodynamic and relational: we'll explore our lived experiences and recognize how they influence today. We'll aim to uncover meaning, increase self-awareness, broaden emotional insight, and build a stronger, kinder perception of self. I integrate practical tools and blend methodologies, tailoring the process to fit your goals and needs.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent, queer, and/or BIPOC families, couples, and individuals to address intergenerational trauma, QTPOC intersectionality, and living in alignment with to the world we want to create.
I’m Haijing / Nancy, an artist & counselor committed to fostering healing for individuals, couples & families. With multilingual and multicultural roots, I understand the pressure to translate ourselves across cultures, values, and identities. This is a safe space for healing on your terms, with moments of holding as well as moments of breaking free.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent, queer, and/or BIPOC families, couples, and individuals to address intergenerational trauma, QTPOC intersectionality, and living in alignment with to the world we want to create.
I’m Haijing / Nancy, an artist & counselor committed to fostering healing for individuals, couples & families. With multilingual and multicultural roots, I understand the pressure to translate ourselves across cultures, values, and identities. This is a safe space for healing on your terms, with moments of holding as well as moments of breaking free.
Therapy is a collaboration toward your healing and self-exploration. Finding the right person who is attuned and able to respond to your needs is essential. My approach is, above all else, to be with you with thoughtful attention. The ways we listen to you together will uncover your natural ability to nourish healthy aspects of the self, and transform wounded or stuck parts. These fragmentations often result in anxiety, depression, creative blocks, issues with self esteem or relationships. I also see couples with difficulties in conflict, communicating, and understanding the other.
Therapy is a collaboration toward your healing and self-exploration. Finding the right person who is attuned and able to respond to your needs is essential. My approach is, above all else, to be with you with thoughtful attention. The ways we listen to you together will uncover your natural ability to nourish healthy aspects of the self, and transform wounded or stuck parts. These fragmentations often result in anxiety, depression, creative blocks, issues with self esteem or relationships. I also see couples with difficulties in conflict, communicating, and understanding the other.
I specialize in helping teens, college-age students, young adults, the queer community, and creatives address challenges that are negatively impacting their wellness so they can work toward achieving personal and professional goals.
In our work you are not alone. Together, we’ll explore what’s underneath the pressure to have it all figured out so you can reconnect with curiosity, confidence, and meaning in daily life. I also support people in non-monogamous and polyamorous relationships as they navigate communication, jealousy, and trust with openness and compassion.
I specialize in helping teens, college-age students, young adults, the queer community, and creatives address challenges that are negatively impacting their wellness so they can work toward achieving personal and professional goals.
In our work you are not alone. Together, we’ll explore what’s underneath the pressure to have it all figured out so you can reconnect with curiosity, confidence, and meaning in daily life. I also support people in non-monogamous and polyamorous relationships as they navigate communication, jealousy, and trust with openness and compassion.
I received my B.A. from Yale, my doctorate in clinical psychology from Rutgers, and intensive full-time clinical training at Bellevue Hospital. My therapeutic style prioritizes authenticity, warmth, and active engagement, and I value the patterns that recur in our ways of being to shape our identity, behavior, and relationships. I work primarily from a psychodynamic perspective with roots in attachment theory, and I draw from cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed, and mind-body modalities to complement an insight-driven approach with here-and-now strategies for cultivating resilience and relief.
I received my B.A. from Yale, my doctorate in clinical psychology from Rutgers, and intensive full-time clinical training at Bellevue Hospital. My therapeutic style prioritizes authenticity, warmth, and active engagement, and I value the patterns that recur in our ways of being to shape our identity, behavior, and relationships. I work primarily from a psychodynamic perspective with roots in attachment theory, and I draw from cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed, and mind-body modalities to complement an insight-driven approach with here-and-now strategies for cultivating resilience and relief.
I'm passionate about the need for more queer & trans-affirming mental healthcare, and practicing from an anti-oppressive lens.
My clients typically enter therapy hoping to learn more about themselves, gain tangible coping skills, build meaningful relationships, and process & heal from trauma. They often experience one or more of the following: disordered eating, depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, panic attacks, neurodivergence, PTSD, exploring gender or sexuality (or both!), codependency, or PMDD. Recognizing the systemic roots of many presenting problems, I validate the past experiences of clients who have felt like therapy wasn’t for them and recognize the roles of privilege and politics in mental health. I work with individuals, couples, and families.
I'm passionate about the need for more queer & trans-affirming mental healthcare, and practicing from an anti-oppressive lens.
My clients typically enter therapy hoping to learn more about themselves, gain tangible coping skills, build meaningful relationships, and process & heal from trauma. They often experience one or more of the following: disordered eating, depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, panic attacks, neurodivergence, PTSD, exploring gender or sexuality (or both!), codependency, or PMDD. Recognizing the systemic roots of many presenting problems, I validate the past experiences of clients who have felt like therapy wasn’t for them and recognize the roles of privilege and politics in mental health. I work with individuals, couples, and families.
Manhattan Mindful Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Our small, specialized practice is queer-affirming and trauma-focused, offering high-quality, personalized care.
Our specialized practice offers comprehensive mental health support for individuals of all ages. We use effective treatments like CBT, Internal family systems, and somatic processing for depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Our therapists are highly skilled and experienced in addressing sexuality, gender identity, and navigating life transitions.
Our small, specialized practice is queer-affirming and trauma-focused, offering high-quality, personalized care.
Our specialized practice offers comprehensive mental health support for individuals of all ages. We use effective treatments like CBT, Internal family systems, and somatic processing for depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Our therapists are highly skilled and experienced in addressing sexuality, gender identity, and navigating life transitions.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ folks, folks of color, migrants, survivors of sexual violence and relationships in which there are cultural and/or racial differences.
I believe when we're given the right kind of support we're able to thrive despite the challenges we may face. I am a seasoned professional who can help you navigate barriers, work through past trauma, connect with your authentic inner voice, and improve your relationships. We can work together towards building the kind of life that brings you joy and sustenance. Sometimes change is difficult to even imagine. Once imagined, it can still be incredibly hard to pursue. I will honor whatever brought you here and together we can find a path forward.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ folks, folks of color, migrants, survivors of sexual violence and relationships in which there are cultural and/or racial differences.
I believe when we're given the right kind of support we're able to thrive despite the challenges we may face. I am a seasoned professional who can help you navigate barriers, work through past trauma, connect with your authentic inner voice, and improve your relationships. We can work together towards building the kind of life that brings you joy and sustenance. Sometimes change is difficult to even imagine. Once imagined, it can still be incredibly hard to pursue. I will honor whatever brought you here and together we can find a path forward.
I also have a special focus on working with LGBTQ+ clients, around identity and other meaningful issues within the Queer community.
Many of the people I work with have accomplished a great deal in their lives, yet still find themselves facing something that feels
too heavy to handle alone — whether it’s a persistent emotional struggle, a relationship that feels stuck, or just a deep sense that life could be better. Together, we can work on building the tools and trust needed to move through those places — especially the ones that feel overwhelming or filled with shame.
I also have a special focus on working with LGBTQ+ clients, around identity and other meaningful issues within the Queer community.
Many of the people I work with have accomplished a great deal in their lives, yet still find themselves facing something that feels
too heavy to handle alone — whether it’s a persistent emotional struggle, a relationship that feels stuck, or just a deep sense that life could be better. Together, we can work on building the tools and trust needed to move through those places — especially the ones that feel overwhelming or filled with shame.
As a Black queer therapist, I offer a space where your identities, relationships, and desires are seen and respected.
My work with emerging adults & couples aims to improve resiliency, emotional regulation and close relationships. As a clinician, I am dedicated to helping you get closer to your true self through self-exploration, identity work, and building self-esteem. I work with you to process challenges like anxiety, shame, guilt, and depression that can often make it hard to connect with who you are.
As a Black queer therapist, I offer a space where your identities, relationships, and desires are seen and respected.
My work with emerging adults & couples aims to improve resiliency, emotional regulation and close relationships. As a clinician, I am dedicated to helping you get closer to your true self through self-exploration, identity work, and building self-esteem. I work with you to process challenges like anxiety, shame, guilt, and depression that can often make it hard to connect with who you are.
Advanced training in psychotherapy/psychoanalysis, trained in AF-EMDR & in substance abuse/addictions, with particular experience with the queer community, young adults, teens, and with parents around the challenges of raising healthy, self-actualizing children.
Psychotherapy . . . a dynamic, interactive journey. I offer a safe, compassionate, professional environment in which we co-create a relationship essential for your healing and growth to occur naturally. With you, I undertake the opportunity to cultivate a supportive and trusting relationship. In my 30+ years as a therapist, I have come to know that it is the genuine connection between us that paves the way to successful, fulfilling therapy. I will help you to learn more about yourself, to understand why you do what you do and to uncover, strengthen and integrate the many aspects that make you authentically you.
Advanced training in psychotherapy/psychoanalysis, trained in AF-EMDR & in substance abuse/addictions, with particular experience with the queer community, young adults, teens, and with parents around the challenges of raising healthy, self-actualizing children.
Psychotherapy . . . a dynamic, interactive journey. I offer a safe, compassionate, professional environment in which we co-create a relationship essential for your healing and growth to occur naturally. With you, I undertake the opportunity to cultivate a supportive and trusting relationship. In my 30+ years as a therapist, I have come to know that it is the genuine connection between us that paves the way to successful, fulfilling therapy. I will help you to learn more about yourself, to understand why you do what you do and to uncover, strengthen and integrate the many aspects that make you authentically you.
I offer trauma-informed therapy for neurodivergent, queer and trans people, with an additional focus on supporting men - both within and outside the LGBTQIA+ community.
For patients whose struggles feel deeply entrenched and require a careful building of trust, change is felt, lived, and integrated over time, not just talked about. I prioritize thoughtful challenge and depth-oriented thinking over life hacks or therapy trends. When appropriate, I integrate EMDR and somatic approaches within a modern psychoanalytic frame.
I offer trauma-informed therapy for neurodivergent, queer and trans people, with an additional focus on supporting men - both within and outside the LGBTQIA+ community.
For patients whose struggles feel deeply entrenched and require a careful building of trust, change is felt, lived, and integrated over time, not just talked about. I prioritize thoughtful challenge and depth-oriented thinking over life hacks or therapy trends. When appropriate, I integrate EMDR and somatic approaches within a modern psychoanalytic frame.
As a member of both LGBTQIA and Jewish communities, I know the crucial value of feeling like you belong.
You are already enough, exactly as you are. It’s time to believe that. And in doing so, you may discover parts of your life you’re ready to change.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or alone? Are relationships not unfolding the way you hoped? Seeking support can help.
I understand the courage it takes to reach out. I work with adults navigating anxiety, burnout, self-esteem, identity exploration, relationship challenges, life transitions, and feelings of loneliness or disconnection.
As a member of both LGBTQIA and Jewish communities, I know the crucial value of feeling like you belong.
You are already enough, exactly as you are. It’s time to believe that. And in doing so, you may discover parts of your life you’re ready to change.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or alone? Are relationships not unfolding the way you hoped? Seeking support can help.
I understand the courage it takes to reach out. I work with adults navigating anxiety, burnout, self-esteem, identity exploration, relationship challenges, life transitions, and feelings of loneliness or disconnection.
Maybe you're feeling stuck. Perhaps you find yourself repeating painful relationship patterns, drowning in self-criticism, or sacrificing your own needs just to keep the peace. Whether you are navigating a life transition, feeling lost, have anxiety or depression, struggle with low self esteem, or are navigating your identity, therapy is where you can turn to not have to hold it all on your own anymore. I believe that through collaboratively cultivating greater curiosity and compassion toward yourself, instead of hiding from fear and shame, you'll find self-acceptance and, consequently, relief.
Maybe you're feeling stuck. Perhaps you find yourself repeating painful relationship patterns, drowning in self-criticism, or sacrificing your own needs just to keep the peace. Whether you are navigating a life transition, feeling lost, have anxiety or depression, struggle with low self esteem, or are navigating your identity, therapy is where you can turn to not have to hold it all on your own anymore. I believe that through collaboratively cultivating greater curiosity and compassion toward yourself, instead of hiding from fear and shame, you'll find self-acceptance and, consequently, relief.
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