Transgender Therapists in Maineville, OH
Jessica L. Penkal is a Licensed Social Worker in Ohio who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Master's of Arts in Social Work and a Master's of Arts in Clinical Psychology. Are you on a journey of self-discovery? Are you having difficulty communicating your needs and creating boundaries with others? Are you part of the LGBTQIA+ community in need of support and affirmations? Are you wanting to learn what barriers are preventing from you achieving your goals? Do you have difficulty regulating your emotions? If any of these questions resonate with you then Jessica could be the right therapist for you.
Jessica L. Penkal is a Licensed Social Worker in Ohio who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Master's of Arts in Social Work and a Master's of Arts in Clinical Psychology. Are you on a journey of self-discovery? Are you having difficulty communicating your needs and creating boundaries with others? Are you part of the LGBTQIA+ community in need of support and affirmations? Are you wanting to learn what barriers are preventing from you achieving your goals? Do you have difficulty regulating your emotions? If any of these questions resonate with you then Jessica could be the right therapist for you.
My name is Mary! I am a licensed therapist that specializes in trauma, grief and loss. I am EMDR trained; and offer EMDR sessions as well as EMDR intensive where we design an individualized program to fit your specific needs. I also offer KAP and have seen amazing results in treating PTSD. I have been working with clients and families for over 25 years and feel I bring a seasoned, open outlook into the therapeutic setting. One of my all-time favorites is “We delight in the beauty of the butterfly but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” ― Maya Angelou. Remember this as you walk thru your journey!
My name is Mary! I am a licensed therapist that specializes in trauma, grief and loss. I am EMDR trained; and offer EMDR sessions as well as EMDR intensive where we design an individualized program to fit your specific needs. I also offer KAP and have seen amazing results in treating PTSD. I have been working with clients and families for over 25 years and feel I bring a seasoned, open outlook into the therapeutic setting. One of my all-time favorites is “We delight in the beauty of the butterfly but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” ― Maya Angelou. Remember this as you walk thru your journey!
Accepting new clients - video sessions only. Do emotions feel foreign to you? Overwhelming? Were you taught to just ignore what you are feeling and power through to the next thing on your to-do list? I work with clients to embrace and understand all these things that they feel from day to day which then allows them to function at their full potential. Emotions don’t have to be intimidating or overwhelming, I would love to show you how they can become a source of strength. Hello I’m Amy, owner and therapist at Reliant Counseling. I provide LGBTQ+ affirming therapy for any who are finding life to be overwhelming.
Accepting new clients - video sessions only. Do emotions feel foreign to you? Overwhelming? Were you taught to just ignore what you are feeling and power through to the next thing on your to-do list? I work with clients to embrace and understand all these things that they feel from day to day which then allows them to function at their full potential. Emotions don’t have to be intimidating or overwhelming, I would love to show you how they can become a source of strength. Hello I’m Amy, owner and therapist at Reliant Counseling. I provide LGBTQ+ affirming therapy for any who are finding life to be overwhelming.
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My focus is supporting transgender young people and adults as they explore their identities and cope with the distress that can come with living in today's world.
The healing power of human connection cannot be overstated, and I believe this is what therapy is all about. My goal as a therapist is to provide the opportunity for you or your child to share whatever hardship you're experiencing, or goal you're working toward, and be met with compassion, empathy, and a sense of unconditional support. The space that is shared when a therapist and client meet is sacred. My hope is that you will find the room you need to explore and work through any hardship or toward any goal when you are in therapy.
My focus is supporting transgender young people and adults as they explore their identities and cope with the distress that can come with living in today's world.
The healing power of human connection cannot be overstated, and I believe this is what therapy is all about. My goal as a therapist is to provide the opportunity for you or your child to share whatever hardship you're experiencing, or goal you're working toward, and be met with compassion, empathy, and a sense of unconditional support. The space that is shared when a therapist and client meet is sacred. My hope is that you will find the room you need to explore and work through any hardship or toward any goal when you are in therapy.
I’m queer, gay, neurodivergent, & a non-linear thinker. I specialize in helping people who feel like misfits & outcasts find their power to be free & true to themselves. I do this work because I know what it's like to live it. You're not too much. You don't need to shrink to find your tribe. Your joy comes from finding people who love & celebrate you when you unmask, when you show the deeper parts of yourself you've learned to hide. I help people unlearn the internalized messages that say they’re broken, wrong, or unworthy. I help people tap into their power to be free & true. Let's get started in finding your power to be you.
I’m queer, gay, neurodivergent, & a non-linear thinker. I specialize in helping people who feel like misfits & outcasts find their power to be free & true to themselves. I do this work because I know what it's like to live it. You're not too much. You don't need to shrink to find your tribe. Your joy comes from finding people who love & celebrate you when you unmask, when you show the deeper parts of yourself you've learned to hide. I help people unlearn the internalized messages that say they’re broken, wrong, or unworthy. I help people tap into their power to be free & true. Let's get started in finding your power to be you.
I can help you identify sources of disconnection, communicate, set boundaries, and grow closer in your relationships, and to learn about your sexuality, your gender identity, and discover yourself
Hi! My name is Korina, and welcome to Mind Trek Counseling! I'm glad you're here! Whether you are neurodivergent (such as ADHD or autism), part of the LGBTQ+ community, dealing with executive function issues, anxiety, trauma, loneliness, difficulty with work, school, family, or relationships, I invite you to be a part of this work with me. I work with people of all ages, backgrounds, and relationship types. If you are navigating relationship conflicts, intimacy issues, disconnection, or trying to set healthy boundaries and create space for healing and safety in their life, I am excited to help you to become your authentic self.
I can help you identify sources of disconnection, communicate, set boundaries, and grow closer in your relationships, and to learn about your sexuality, your gender identity, and discover yourself
Hi! My name is Korina, and welcome to Mind Trek Counseling! I'm glad you're here! Whether you are neurodivergent (such as ADHD or autism), part of the LGBTQ+ community, dealing with executive function issues, anxiety, trauma, loneliness, difficulty with work, school, family, or relationships, I invite you to be a part of this work with me. I work with people of all ages, backgrounds, and relationship types. If you are navigating relationship conflicts, intimacy issues, disconnection, or trying to set healthy boundaries and create space for healing and safety in their life, I am excited to help you to become your authentic self.
As a queer, non-binary therapist, my work emphasizes creating a space for other voices and individuals on the gender and sexuality spectrums. I work with all mental health concerns, however my specialty is supporting clients navigating chronic illness and/or neurodivergence. I have lived experience with these conditions and want every person to feel heard, seen, and believed.
As a queer, non-binary therapist, my work emphasizes creating a space for other voices and individuals on the gender and sexuality spectrums. I work with all mental health concerns, however my specialty is supporting clients navigating chronic illness and/or neurodivergence. I have lived experience with these conditions and want every person to feel heard, seen, and believed.
Hi! I’m Kaeden (he/him/his), and I am a licensed independent social worker in the states of Ohio (LISW) and Kentucky (CSW). I specialize in providing therapy to LGBTQ+ and/or neurodivergent people (ages 15+) as well as anyone looking for a safe and nonjudgemental therapeutic home. My approach is rooted in vulnerability, collaboration, transparency, and self-determination, and I am passionate about creating spaces where people with marginalized identities and experiences can feel seen and understood. If you have struggled in the past to find a provider who "gets" you, I might be the provider for you.
Hi! I’m Kaeden (he/him/his), and I am a licensed independent social worker in the states of Ohio (LISW) and Kentucky (CSW). I specialize in providing therapy to LGBTQ+ and/or neurodivergent people (ages 15+) as well as anyone looking for a safe and nonjudgemental therapeutic home. My approach is rooted in vulnerability, collaboration, transparency, and self-determination, and I am passionate about creating spaces where people with marginalized identities and experiences can feel seen and understood. If you have struggled in the past to find a provider who "gets" you, I might be the provider for you.
I'm Logan (they/them) and I'm an East Asian non-binary person who has lived insight into what it’s like to exist outside the majority in a state like Ohio. I’ve lived in the Midwest my whole life, and I also come from a background of being raised by immigrant communities. I have experience working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, and people living with depression, anxiety, religious trauma, and C-PTSD. I believe it's crucial right now to prioritize mental health care for TBIPOC that is provided by TBIPOC. I use a very client-led, blended style of talk therapy with a trauma-focused approach.
I'm Logan (they/them) and I'm an East Asian non-binary person who has lived insight into what it’s like to exist outside the majority in a state like Ohio. I’ve lived in the Midwest my whole life, and I also come from a background of being raised by immigrant communities. I have experience working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, and people living with depression, anxiety, religious trauma, and C-PTSD. I believe it's crucial right now to prioritize mental health care for TBIPOC that is provided by TBIPOC. I use a very client-led, blended style of talk therapy with a trauma-focused approach.
Life is a winding, treacherous road. Whether you are trudging through the quicksand of depression, teetering on the cliff edge of anxiety, crossing the rickety bridge of identity development, or tripping over the rocks and branches of daily life as you try to move forward, I am here to offer a hand to help you carry the weight of your experiences and help you develop the tools to navigate the path still ahead of you.
Life is a winding, treacherous road. Whether you are trudging through the quicksand of depression, teetering on the cliff edge of anxiety, crossing the rickety bridge of identity development, or tripping over the rocks and branches of daily life as you try to move forward, I am here to offer a hand to help you carry the weight of your experiences and help you develop the tools to navigate the path still ahead of you.
I work with those who feel like they're carefully managing their relationships and feeling unfulfilled, over-extended, and chronically flooded by the demands of showing up for themselves. They find themselves in dynamics that are impactful in distracting and painful ways, with much of their effort often driven by a sense of scarcity. In my practice, I seek to help restructure the relationships clients have with maintenance, abundance, and reciprocity in their inner and outer worlds.
I work with those who feel like they're carefully managing their relationships and feeling unfulfilled, over-extended, and chronically flooded by the demands of showing up for themselves. They find themselves in dynamics that are impactful in distracting and painful ways, with much of their effort often driven by a sense of scarcity. In my practice, I seek to help restructure the relationships clients have with maintenance, abundance, and reciprocity in their inner and outer worlds.
Revivals team of trauma-informed, LGBTQ + affirming licensed professionals work one on one with clients to help them get the most out of therapy. We work to build safe spaces for our clients to explore who they are and what they want out of life.
Revivals team of trauma-informed, LGBTQ + affirming licensed professionals work one on one with clients to help them get the most out of therapy. We work to build safe spaces for our clients to explore who they are and what they want out of life.
Are you an LGBTQIA+, transgender, or gender-expansive adult looking for a therapist who truly understands and affirms you?
My approach is client-driven, strengths-based, and grounded in compassion and curiosity. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), ACT, expressive arts, storytelling, TTRPGs, and solution-focused therapy. I also support executive-function challenges, identity exploration, dissociative systems, and provide WPATH letters for gender-affirming care.
Are you an LGBTQIA+, transgender, or gender-expansive adult looking for a therapist who truly understands and affirms you?
My approach is client-driven, strengths-based, and grounded in compassion and curiosity. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), ACT, expressive arts, storytelling, TTRPGs, and solution-focused therapy. I also support executive-function challenges, identity exploration, dissociative systems, and provide WPATH letters for gender-affirming care.
This world is complex and full of contradictions, full of beauty and hate, full of barriers and possibilities. Life can get so messy, it can be hard to imagine a path to anything joyful, restful, fulfilling. I am here to dive in with you, to help you expand your sense of self and tap into your capacity to navigate this wild world with confidence and joy. I believe it is within our uniqueness that lies the potential for connection to ourselves, to others, and to the world. I'm not going to apply a specific therapeutic formula onto you. We will work together to find a healing path that fosters a deep sense of safety and self trust.
This world is complex and full of contradictions, full of beauty and hate, full of barriers and possibilities. Life can get so messy, it can be hard to imagine a path to anything joyful, restful, fulfilling. I am here to dive in with you, to help you expand your sense of self and tap into your capacity to navigate this wild world with confidence and joy. I believe it is within our uniqueness that lies the potential for connection to ourselves, to others, and to the world. I'm not going to apply a specific therapeutic formula onto you. We will work together to find a healing path that fosters a deep sense of safety and self trust.
Evie Heflin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW, KAP
Cincinnati, OH 45204
Waitlist for new clients
As a queer therapist, I bring a unique understanding and empathy to working with LGBTQ+ clients, visionaries, and change-makers. I recognize the structural and interpersonal challenges of living authentically in a world that often resists difference and the emotional weight that comes with it. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and the toll of shapeshifting to survive are common. For those doing socially just work, burnout and disillusionment can follow even the most meaningful commitments. I provide a healing space for you to reconnect with your values and restore your ability to move through the world with intention and integrity.
As a queer therapist, I bring a unique understanding and empathy to working with LGBTQ+ clients, visionaries, and change-makers. I recognize the structural and interpersonal challenges of living authentically in a world that often resists difference and the emotional weight that comes with it. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and the toll of shapeshifting to survive are common. For those doing socially just work, burnout and disillusionment can follow even the most meaningful commitments. I provide a healing space for you to reconnect with your values and restore your ability to move through the world with intention and integrity.
As a queer individual, I am deeply committed to supporting LGBTQIA+ adults through various challenges, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, identity development, religious trauma, generational trauma, and interpersonal trauma. My approach is neuroscience-informed and person-centered, focusing on harnessing clients' strengths and values to address their needs effectively. I am well-versed in and affirming of kink and polyamory/consensual non-monogamy relationship structures, striving to create an authentic space for each client as we navigate diverse emotions and situations together.
As a queer individual, I am deeply committed to supporting LGBTQIA+ adults through various challenges, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, identity development, religious trauma, generational trauma, and interpersonal trauma. My approach is neuroscience-informed and person-centered, focusing on harnessing clients' strengths and values to address their needs effectively. I am well-versed in and affirming of kink and polyamory/consensual non-monogamy relationship structures, striving to create an authentic space for each client as we navigate diverse emotions and situations together.
If you identify as transgender/queer, I am here to provide a nurturing environment where you can come as you and discover who you are.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio, offering individual therapy for adults. My background includes work with the HIV/AIDS community and cancer patients. I use evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailored to your unique needs.
If you identify as transgender/queer, I am here to provide a nurturing environment where you can come as you and discover who you are.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio, offering individual therapy for adults. My background includes work with the HIV/AIDS community and cancer patients. I use evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailored to your unique needs.
Amy Hauer - ADHD, Autistic, AuDHD, Gifted Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Online Only
You've tried therapy and something essential kept getting missed — because the approach was built for a different kind of brain. Maybe you were never diagnosed. Maybe you were, but weren't given the right strategies for your ADHD, Autistic, or AuDHD self. Maybe no clinician has ever accounted for the intensity and complexity of life as a gifted adult, the gap between how capable you appear and how much everything actually costs. I'm an ADHD therapist with nearly 20 years working with neurodivergent adults. Managing isn't the same as living. You know that — and some part of you has never stopped looking for something better.
You've tried therapy and something essential kept getting missed — because the approach was built for a different kind of brain. Maybe you were never diagnosed. Maybe you were, but weren't given the right strategies for your ADHD, Autistic, or AuDHD self. Maybe no clinician has ever accounted for the intensity and complexity of life as a gifted adult, the gap between how capable you appear and how much everything actually costs. I'm an ADHD therapist with nearly 20 years working with neurodivergent adults. Managing isn't the same as living. You know that — and some part of you has never stopped looking for something better.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who thrives to provide a safe and therapeutic working relationship with all of my clients. I have licenses to practice in both Kentucky and Ohio. Since 2000, I have worked in a variety of settings in both community and private mental health offices. My practice is geared toward finding solutions to address your underlying issues and accomplish goals we identify together. Therapy is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who thrives to provide a safe and therapeutic working relationship with all of my clients. I have licenses to practice in both Kentucky and Ohio. Since 2000, I have worked in a variety of settings in both community and private mental health offices. My practice is geared toward finding solutions to address your underlying issues and accomplish goals we identify together. Therapy is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself.
Specializing in ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, Anxiety, PTSD, Depression, chronic pain, and gender identity, I blend my background in Bioethics and Social Work to offer culturally-dynamic care.
My name is Maia, my pronouns are they/them/theirs, and I'm a licensed social worker therapist who specializes in trauma-informed care with adult, children, youth, and families. I am LGBTQ and Neurodivergence affirming. I love to share my knowledge about how the brain works, family systems, medical systems, history, relationship styles, and life transitions in addition to culturally-informed and dynamic treatment. I support people with conditions like ADHD, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Trauma and PTSD, Depression, Chronic Illness, and/or Chronic Pain. I’m happy to support you through your gender transition or questioning.
Specializing in ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, Anxiety, PTSD, Depression, chronic pain, and gender identity, I blend my background in Bioethics and Social Work to offer culturally-dynamic care.
My name is Maia, my pronouns are they/them/theirs, and I'm a licensed social worker therapist who specializes in trauma-informed care with adult, children, youth, and families. I am LGBTQ and Neurodivergence affirming. I love to share my knowledge about how the brain works, family systems, medical systems, history, relationship styles, and life transitions in addition to culturally-informed and dynamic treatment. I support people with conditions like ADHD, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Trauma and PTSD, Depression, Chronic Illness, and/or Chronic Pain. I’m happy to support you through your gender transition or questioning.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.