Lesbian Therapists in Columbus, OH
Maudisa Meroe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43214 (Online Only)
I work with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, gender nonconforming, two spirit, queer people, their friends and allies.
Live your truth. Follow your bliss. Do you. Sounds simple, right? Except that, all too often, we convince ourselves that who we are is not enough, that what we want is undeserved. So we stifle our talents, ignore our truth and deny our deepest desires. Before we know it, we’re living someone else’s life, satisfying everyone’s expectations but our own. All to earn the love and acceptance we don’t feel worthy of otherwise. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
I work with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, gender nonconforming, two spirit, queer people, their friends and allies.
Live your truth. Follow your bliss. Do you. Sounds simple, right? Except that, all too often, we convince ourselves that who we are is not enough, that what we want is undeserved. So we stifle our talents, ignore our truth and deny our deepest desires. Before we know it, we’re living someone else’s life, satisfying everyone’s expectations but our own. All to earn the love and acceptance we don’t feel worthy of otherwise. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Dr. David D Bowers
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, IMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43240
I have clients who identify as hetero, bi, gay, lesbian or queer and clients who hold trans- or cis-gender among their identities; also clients in monogamous, poly,&negotiated open relationships.
As a Marriage & Family therapist, I'm attuned to clients’ interconnected webs of relationships even when working 1-on-1. My experience & training with families & couples enables me to walk with clients through (re)discovering their connectedness to those they love. I’m most passionate about exploring clients’ stories & listening for places where personal narratives might differ from others’. This often provides spaces for clients to explore new or neglected understandings of themselves & their relationships leading to preferred, more fulfilling future stories. I enjoy working with clients across cultural, sexual& gender identities.
I have clients who identify as hetero, bi, gay, lesbian or queer and clients who hold trans- or cis-gender among their identities; also clients in monogamous, poly,&negotiated open relationships.
As a Marriage & Family therapist, I'm attuned to clients’ interconnected webs of relationships even when working 1-on-1. My experience & training with families & couples enables me to walk with clients through (re)discovering their connectedness to those they love. I’m most passionate about exploring clients’ stories & listening for places where personal narratives might differ from others’. This often provides spaces for clients to explore new or neglected understandings of themselves & their relationships leading to preferred, more fulfilling future stories. I enjoy working with clients across cultural, sexual& gender identities.
Marissa Patsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43202 (Online Only)
Supporting growth in self-awareness helps us lean into who we are, accept ourselves, and look at growth edges that may be painful or scary. As a therapist, I encourage my clients to achieve better ways of engaging with problems of living and improve personal well-being by expanding self-awareness and developing interpersonal communication skills. I practice from a clinical, Gestalt-oriented, developmental lens with evidence-based approaches, to support clients where they are and as they engage in the therapeutic process.
Supporting growth in self-awareness helps us lean into who we are, accept ourselves, and look at growth edges that may be painful or scary. As a therapist, I encourage my clients to achieve better ways of engaging with problems of living and improve personal well-being by expanding self-awareness and developing interpersonal communication skills. I practice from a clinical, Gestalt-oriented, developmental lens with evidence-based approaches, to support clients where they are and as they engage in the therapeutic process.
LGBTQ+ Counseling and Support
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43214
Taking a step to do something for your self is the right thing to do. Start slow and easy if that helps, see how it goes, or jump right in. Either way - we are here for you and can help.
Taking a step to do something for your self is the right thing to do. Start slow and easy if that helps, see how it goes, or jump right in. Either way - we are here for you and can help.
Relationship Issues - Trauma - Lgbtqia+ Issues - Irene O'Neill
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, SEP, NARM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214
Taking the step to start therapy and/or find a new therapist is a significant and courageous decision. I am honored to accompany my clients on their journey towards what they most want for themselves and finding relief from the challenges they’re facing. If you feel stuck despite your best efforts and/or doing other types of therapy, or if you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or seeking more fulfilling and connected relationships, I’m here to help. Meaningful change begins within and starts with your own relationship with yourself.
Taking the step to start therapy and/or find a new therapist is a significant and courageous decision. I am honored to accompany my clients on their journey towards what they most want for themselves and finding relief from the challenges they’re facing. If you feel stuck despite your best efforts and/or doing other types of therapy, or if you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or seeking more fulfilling and connected relationships, I’m here to help. Meaningful change begins within and starts with your own relationship with yourself.
I can help you to recognize patterns in your thoughts and actions that contribute to feeling distressed and help you to change those patterns. We will work together to identify both your challenges and your strengths. I am a clinician who is transparent, creative, collaborative, caring, and persistent.
I can help you to recognize patterns in your thoughts and actions that contribute to feeling distressed and help you to change those patterns. We will work together to identify both your challenges and your strengths. I am a clinician who is transparent, creative, collaborative, caring, and persistent.
I am the sole clinician at my new private practice, Dr Jennifer G Smith LLC. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides individual and group psychotherapy and have over 10 years of clinical experience providing mental health service to adults. I see myself as client-centered and relational in my clinical work and take an integrative approach to treatment. One of the most important aspects of counseling to me is making sure my client feels safe and heard. I view it as a privilege to be invited into someone's world and asked for help, so I meet the client where they are and we make a plan together.
I am the sole clinician at my new private practice, Dr Jennifer G Smith LLC. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides individual and group psychotherapy and have over 10 years of clinical experience providing mental health service to adults. I see myself as client-centered and relational in my clinical work and take an integrative approach to treatment. One of the most important aspects of counseling to me is making sure my client feels safe and heard. I view it as a privilege to be invited into someone's world and asked for help, so I meet the client where they are and we make a plan together.
Hello! I am Dr. Emily Deming. I am a queer psychologist who is passionate about making therapy a space to not only reflect but also to learn. I have first hand experience with supporting a neurodivergent partner and integrating into a multiracial family. I believe that therapy is a learning process and I strive to make sure that my clients leave our sessions with a toolkit they can handle life’s ups and downs with. As the expert on your life, your child, or your family, my clients are an essential part of developing individualized treatment plans focused on their needs and goals.
Hello! I am Dr. Emily Deming. I am a queer psychologist who is passionate about making therapy a space to not only reflect but also to learn. I have first hand experience with supporting a neurodivergent partner and integrating into a multiracial family. I believe that therapy is a learning process and I strive to make sure that my clients leave our sessions with a toolkit they can handle life’s ups and downs with. As the expert on your life, your child, or your family, my clients are an essential part of developing individualized treatment plans focused on their needs and goals.
Tiffany D Hayes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
Waitlist for new clients
I consider myself an eclectic therapist who uses a multitude of therapies to create the best fit for each client. Including but not limited to EMDR, IFS informed EMDR, DBT, CBT, solution focused and somatic therapy. I am trauma focused and I believe that no trauma is too small. My goal is to help each of my clients work through their traumas, embrace their strengths and become an empowered and confident person. I do have a therapy dog in training named Mollie.
I consider myself an eclectic therapist who uses a multitude of therapies to create the best fit for each client. Including but not limited to EMDR, IFS informed EMDR, DBT, CBT, solution focused and somatic therapy. I am trauma focused and I believe that no trauma is too small. My goal is to help each of my clients work through their traumas, embrace their strengths and become an empowered and confident person. I do have a therapy dog in training named Mollie.
Cheryl Kaye Cox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43219 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Cheryl Cox, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky. I have treated individuals seeking therapy for over 15 years, in-home, in-person within medical clinics and private practice and via online therapy for approximately 4 years.
Hello! My name is Cheryl Cox, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky. I have treated individuals seeking therapy for over 15 years, in-home, in-person within medical clinics and private practice and via online therapy for approximately 4 years.
Queer Owned & Staffed - Affirming Pathways
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, LPCC, LSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
We have immediate availability! As a Queer-Owned and staffed group practice, we pride ourselves on working with our gender, sexual/affectional, and relationship structure diverse communities (LGBTQ+, non-monogamy, BDSM, and Kink). We offer free 15-minute consults with any clinician, allowing you to ask personal, professional, or logistical questions to ensure your therapist meets YOUR needs and preferences. Our priority is a therapeutic space where everyone feels safe, respected, and understood. We are committed to providing knowledgeable and affirming mental healthcare for all individuals, relationships, families, and youth!
We have immediate availability! As a Queer-Owned and staffed group practice, we pride ourselves on working with our gender, sexual/affectional, and relationship structure diverse communities (LGBTQ+, non-monogamy, BDSM, and Kink). We offer free 15-minute consults with any clinician, allowing you to ask personal, professional, or logistical questions to ensure your therapist meets YOUR needs and preferences. Our priority is a therapeutic space where everyone feels safe, respected, and understood. We are committed to providing knowledgeable and affirming mental healthcare for all individuals, relationships, families, and youth!
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Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, SEP, NARM L2
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are navigating anxiety, challenges in relationships, accumulated stress, past trauma, communication, and attuning to needs of yourself and others, I would be honored to participate in you feeling a greater connection to your experiences, yourself, and with others in relationship. I provide specializations in Somatic Experiencing, NeuroAffective Relational Model, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, LGBTQIA+, kink positive, accumulated stress, and trauma. I enjoy providing individual, couple, consensual non-monogamy, polycule, family and non-traditional family mental health services.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, challenges in relationships, accumulated stress, past trauma, communication, and attuning to needs of yourself and others, I would be honored to participate in you feeling a greater connection to your experiences, yourself, and with others in relationship. I provide specializations in Somatic Experiencing, NeuroAffective Relational Model, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, LGBTQIA+, kink positive, accumulated stress, and trauma. I enjoy providing individual, couple, consensual non-monogamy, polycule, family and non-traditional family mental health services.
Molly Simek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LISW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43212 (Online Only)
Hello! I believe therapy is a collaborative experience. I will work with you to meet your needs and goals. I strive to empower you to not only to see that change is possible but to achieve it. I know you are the expert of your own life experience. As a therapist, I am here to assist you, wherever you may be on your journey, in self-acceptance, growth, and transformation. I have a Bachelor of Social Work from Youngstown State University and a Master of Science in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University. I also has an extensive personal and professional knowledge of the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Hello! I believe therapy is a collaborative experience. I will work with you to meet your needs and goals. I strive to empower you to not only to see that change is possible but to achieve it. I know you are the expert of your own life experience. As a therapist, I am here to assist you, wherever you may be on your journey, in self-acceptance, growth, and transformation. I have a Bachelor of Social Work from Youngstown State University and a Master of Science in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University. I also has an extensive personal and professional knowledge of the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, other mental health concerns, can be overwhelming and impact every aspect of your life. They can take the form of self-doubt, emotional instability, or difficulty forming meaningful connections. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore and process those thoughts and feelings and heal from your trauma. Improve your mental health, strengthen your relationships, achieve personal growth, and improve your quality of life. It's a great day for a GüdTalk!
Anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, other mental health concerns, can be overwhelming and impact every aspect of your life. They can take the form of self-doubt, emotional instability, or difficulty forming meaningful connections. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore and process those thoughts and feelings and heal from your trauma. Improve your mental health, strengthen your relationships, achieve personal growth, and improve your quality of life. It's a great day for a GüdTalk!
Do you feel pulled in different directions and unable to manage all of your stressors? Is it hard for you to concentrate or feel motivated to make changes? I am an independently licensed social worker and therapist in Columbus, Ohio. I have a passion for helping individuals that may be struggling with chronic stress, depression, anxiety, medical concerns, grief and relationship issues. My clients are adults of all ages and I utilize a multi-dimensional approach to the therapeutic process. I strongly believe in providing a therapeutic atmosphere where we can establish and build rapport in a trusting and safe space.
Do you feel pulled in different directions and unable to manage all of your stressors? Is it hard for you to concentrate or feel motivated to make changes? I am an independently licensed social worker and therapist in Columbus, Ohio. I have a passion for helping individuals that may be struggling with chronic stress, depression, anxiety, medical concerns, grief and relationship issues. My clients are adults of all ages and I utilize a multi-dimensional approach to the therapeutic process. I strongly believe in providing a therapeutic atmosphere where we can establish and build rapport in a trusting and safe space.
S. Lee Tepper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43235
Working collaboratively with clients and using a person-centered approach to therapy is central to the care I provide to all clients. I have robust experience and enjoy working with individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, experience substance use addiction, poly/kink populations, young adults, and those who experience depression, anxiety, and (C)PTSD. As my client, you can expect a confidential, collaborative, and healthy working relationship to best meet your unique goals.
Working collaboratively with clients and using a person-centered approach to therapy is central to the care I provide to all clients. I have robust experience and enjoy working with individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, experience substance use addiction, poly/kink populations, young adults, and those who experience depression, anxiety, and (C)PTSD. As my client, you can expect a confidential, collaborative, and healthy working relationship to best meet your unique goals.
Kelsy Chesser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
I believe in my clients’ abilities to help themselves reach their goals with gentle guidance and unconditional compassion from me. I want to help you find peace in a healing and accepting space. I am an anti-diet, anti-oppression, body supportive provider. I have a passion for working with clients seeking support in the following areas: body image concerns, eating disorders (all diagnoses), ADHD, ASD, chronic illnesses, anxiety, depression and LGBTQ+ care.
I believe in my clients’ abilities to help themselves reach their goals with gentle guidance and unconditional compassion from me. I want to help you find peace in a healing and accepting space. I am an anti-diet, anti-oppression, body supportive provider. I have a passion for working with clients seeking support in the following areas: body image concerns, eating disorders (all diagnoses), ADHD, ASD, chronic illnesses, anxiety, depression and LGBTQ+ care.
Lauren Borrell
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43212
Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, life changes, or transitions? Having the self-awareness and courage to take the first step of reaching out for help is challenging. I am here to offer a collaborative and non-judgmental space for you to start your journey of wellness and self-discovery. My approach to therapy is differentiated based on individual needs and personal goals; I often find that it evolves as the therapy process unfolds. My perspective is both person-centered and solution-focused. We will together examine your patterns to gain insight and inform your active role in the changes you would like to see in your life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, life changes, or transitions? Having the self-awareness and courage to take the first step of reaching out for help is challenging. I am here to offer a collaborative and non-judgmental space for you to start your journey of wellness and self-discovery. My approach to therapy is differentiated based on individual needs and personal goals; I often find that it evolves as the therapy process unfolds. My perspective is both person-centered and solution-focused. We will together examine your patterns to gain insight and inform your active role in the changes you would like to see in your life.
Crystal Thomas, Psychotherapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43206
Waitlist for new clients
I serve clients in Ohio, Illinois, and DC. My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to fit each person I encounter. In general, I favor a relational approach that draws from psychodynamic perspectives. I understand how our earliest experiences and relationships can shape us, and I am deeply interested in what your early experiences and relationships taught you about the world. I also draw from third wave CBT modalities in order to assist you in unlearning those early lessons when needed. In this way, you can feel free to reshape living strategies which helped you to survive your past, but which are no longer serving you.
I serve clients in Ohio, Illinois, and DC. My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to fit each person I encounter. In general, I favor a relational approach that draws from psychodynamic perspectives. I understand how our earliest experiences and relationships can shape us, and I am deeply interested in what your early experiences and relationships taught you about the world. I also draw from third wave CBT modalities in order to assist you in unlearning those early lessons when needed. In this way, you can feel free to reshape living strategies which helped you to survive your past, but which are no longer serving you.
The climb towards resiliency and wholeness can prove to be steep. Beginning that process in the midst of painful life circumstances and finding a therapist who is well equipped, and a good fit to make that climb with you, can prove to be another difficult endeavor. My clients often seek counseling burdened by various challenging feelings of shame, anxiety, and depression and I seek to provide a connective and attuned space where we can address these concerns sensitively. I work with adults, primarily LGBTQIA+ identifying folx, to develop balance and peace within their lives and relationships.
The climb towards resiliency and wholeness can prove to be steep. Beginning that process in the midst of painful life circumstances and finding a therapist who is well equipped, and a good fit to make that climb with you, can prove to be another difficult endeavor. My clients often seek counseling burdened by various challenging feelings of shame, anxiety, and depression and I seek to provide a connective and attuned space where we can address these concerns sensitively. I work with adults, primarily LGBTQIA+ identifying folx, to develop balance and peace within their lives and relationships.
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