Transgender Therapists in Ottawa County, OH
Unity Counseling has multiple providers serving Ottawa, Sandusky and surrounding counties for mental health services with a specialty in kids & family. Additionally, we serve Columbus, Ohio specifically via telehealth for batterers intervention programming .
Unity Counseling has multiple providers serving Ottawa, Sandusky and surrounding counties for mental health services with a specialty in kids & family. Additionally, we serve Columbus, Ohio specifically via telehealth for batterers intervention programming .
I provide psychotherapy/counseling and clinical interventions for individuals, adults, adolescents children, families and groups. With more than 35 years of experience in providing assessment, and interventions for mental (behavioral) health and substance use related issues. I have also invested many years developing, applying, and perfecting psychotherapy techniques including but not limited to Existential Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, family systems Therapy.
I provide psychotherapy/counseling and clinical interventions for individuals, adults, adolescents children, families and groups. With more than 35 years of experience in providing assessment, and interventions for mental (behavioral) health and substance use related issues. I have also invested many years developing, applying, and perfecting psychotherapy techniques including but not limited to Existential Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, family systems Therapy.
Online Therapists
Immediate availability for new clients! As a social worker, my therapeutic approach is collaborative - we're teammates. Sessions are generally solution-focused, and use tools from many research-based modalities to help you reach your goals, both emotional (ex: decrease anxiety and depression) and practical (ex: life skills). We can focus on identity development, gender transition, disability and chronic illness, suicidal ideation and self-harm, queer or polyamorous relationships, religion and spirituality, and much more! (Please Note: Unfortunately, I cannot accept any insurance. Affirming Pathways is out-of-pocket pay only.)
Immediate availability for new clients! As a social worker, my therapeutic approach is collaborative - we're teammates. Sessions are generally solution-focused, and use tools from many research-based modalities to help you reach your goals, both emotional (ex: decrease anxiety and depression) and practical (ex: life skills). We can focus on identity development, gender transition, disability and chronic illness, suicidal ideation and self-harm, queer or polyamorous relationships, religion and spirituality, and much more! (Please Note: Unfortunately, I cannot accept any insurance. Affirming Pathways is out-of-pocket pay only.)
The world can feel like it’s on fire, yet we’re still expected to carry on with our daily lives. Ongoing stressors can leave you feeling stuck, unsafe, anxious, burned out, panicked, or depressed. Navigating these challenges while also processing LGBTQIA+ concerns, past trauma, neurodivergence, relationship issues, and chronic illness can feel intense, sometimes even impossible. You don’t have to face it alone. I will sit with you in the chaos and help you make sense of it, at your pace. I have experience treating trauma related disorders, OCD, disordered eating, dissociative disorders, religious trauma, and ENM.
The world can feel like it’s on fire, yet we’re still expected to carry on with our daily lives. Ongoing stressors can leave you feeling stuck, unsafe, anxious, burned out, panicked, or depressed. Navigating these challenges while also processing LGBTQIA+ concerns, past trauma, neurodivergence, relationship issues, and chronic illness can feel intense, sometimes even impossible. You don’t have to face it alone. I will sit with you in the chaos and help you make sense of it, at your pace. I have experience treating trauma related disorders, OCD, disordered eating, dissociative disorders, religious trauma, and ENM.
“In a society that says, ‘Put yourself last,’ self-love and self-acceptance are revolutionary.” – Brene Brown. Managing life with mental health can feel quite difficult, overwhelming, and sometimes feel impossible. These are common feelings when dealing with significant life stress. Therapy is a great way to regain your love for life again as well as learn how to make self-love a priority in your life. You are not alone in your journey through life, and I want you to know that I can help. I have worked with a diverse group of people throughout my career, and I hope to help everyone learn that their happiness in life is important.
“In a society that says, ‘Put yourself last,’ self-love and self-acceptance are revolutionary.” – Brene Brown. Managing life with mental health can feel quite difficult, overwhelming, and sometimes feel impossible. These are common feelings when dealing with significant life stress. Therapy is a great way to regain your love for life again as well as learn how to make self-love a priority in your life. You are not alone in your journey through life, and I want you to know that I can help. I have worked with a diverse group of people throughout my career, and I hope to help everyone learn that their happiness in life is important.
I help folks to navigate their mental health with a specialized focus in gender identity, sexuality, neurodivergence, and body image concerns.
It is my priority to provide person centered and trauma informed care. I believe therapy should always be a place that is free of judgment where clients can show up as their most authentic selves. As a clinician who deeply values human connection, I bring a relational approach to therapy. My therapy style is affirming, encouraging, and strengths based.
I help folks to navigate their mental health with a specialized focus in gender identity, sexuality, neurodivergence, and body image concerns.
It is my priority to provide person centered and trauma informed care. I believe therapy should always be a place that is free of judgment where clients can show up as their most authentic selves. As a clinician who deeply values human connection, I bring a relational approach to therapy. My therapy style is affirming, encouraging, and strengths based.
Each person has their own unique story filled with struggle, pain, triumph, and success. I find myself lucky enough to have people share their stories with me every day. I seek to help people create better relationships with others through individual, relationship, or sex therapy. I look forward to helping you understand and rewrite your story to gain better relationships. I am also trained in EMDR, which can help us get at some of the deep-rooted trauma affecting you today. I provide couples and EMDR intensives.
Each person has their own unique story filled with struggle, pain, triumph, and success. I find myself lucky enough to have people share their stories with me every day. I seek to help people create better relationships with others through individual, relationship, or sex therapy. I look forward to helping you understand and rewrite your story to gain better relationships. I am also trained in EMDR, which can help us get at some of the deep-rooted trauma affecting you today. I provide couples and EMDR intensives.
Welcome! I support adults and young adults, with a specialization in LGBTQ+ communities, seeking greater self-awareness, personal growth, and expanded capacity. You might be feeling stuck - repeating the same patterns in relationships, struggling with anxiety or self-doubt, or unsure how to move forward in your life. If you’re looking to better understand yourself and create meaningful, lasting change, therapy can be a powerful place to start.
I practice from an eclectic lens with attachment, developmental, and trauma-informed approaches, like EMDR, to support clients where they are and as they engage in the therapeutic process.
Welcome! I support adults and young adults, with a specialization in LGBTQ+ communities, seeking greater self-awareness, personal growth, and expanded capacity. You might be feeling stuck - repeating the same patterns in relationships, struggling with anxiety or self-doubt, or unsure how to move forward in your life. If you’re looking to better understand yourself and create meaningful, lasting change, therapy can be a powerful place to start.
I practice from an eclectic lens with attachment, developmental, and trauma-informed approaches, like EMDR, to support clients where they are and as they engage in the therapeutic process.
I use a variety of theories and practices, operating from a collaborative and holistic approach including EMDR, mindfulness practices, solution-focused therapies, and gender affirming treatment.
I am a strengths-based EMDR therapist with experience in working with individuals in various contexts, including queer, trans, neurodiverse, disabled or chronically ill, and polyamorous/ENM. I believe that everyone responds differently to therapy and tailor the therapeutic experience uniquely to each of my clients using your values, strengths, and goals. I work primarily with emerging adults, neurodiverse folx, and members of the queer community. The length of time on my waitlist is constantly changing. Please reach out if you think we might be a good fit, and I am happy to coordinate with you.
I use a variety of theories and practices, operating from a collaborative and holistic approach including EMDR, mindfulness practices, solution-focused therapies, and gender affirming treatment.
I am a strengths-based EMDR therapist with experience in working with individuals in various contexts, including queer, trans, neurodiverse, disabled or chronically ill, and polyamorous/ENM. I believe that everyone responds differently to therapy and tailor the therapeutic experience uniquely to each of my clients using your values, strengths, and goals. I work primarily with emerging adults, neurodiverse folx, and members of the queer community. The length of time on my waitlist is constantly changing. Please reach out if you think we might be a good fit, and I am happy to coordinate with you.
I'm so glad I can be here to support you with taking the first step towards change!
My areas of specialty include trauma related disorders, anxiety and depressive disorders, LGBTQ+ issues, women's issues, personality disorders, and relationship distress. I consider myself an affirming and inclusive therapist and strive to create a safe space for all. I typically draw from CBT and DBT modalities for the majority of treatment but will tailor each experience to fit your needs. I am passionate about helping those from diverse populations and will work with you to establish goals that are unique to your experience.
I'm so glad I can be here to support you with taking the first step towards change!
My areas of specialty include trauma related disorders, anxiety and depressive disorders, LGBTQ+ issues, women's issues, personality disorders, and relationship distress. I consider myself an affirming and inclusive therapist and strive to create a safe space for all. I typically draw from CBT and DBT modalities for the majority of treatment but will tailor each experience to fit your needs. I am passionate about helping those from diverse populations and will work with you to establish goals that are unique to your experience.
I specialize in trauma-focused therapy, couples therapy, gender affirming care, sex & relationship-focused therapy, and therapy exploring neurodivergent identity.
It is a profoundly scary time for marginalized people as we face loss of human rights, endure violence, & bear witness to mass global genocide. Now more than ever, mental healthcare must be firmly rooted in decolonization, abolitionism, & anti-oppression to facilitate empowerment. Trauma-informed therapy acknowledges systems-level trauma. With this foundation, I aim to cultivate safe spaces where my clients feel seen and deeply known as they share their story and seek the agency to reclaim it. It's an immense privilege to be a partner in the pursuit of radical healing, growth, vulnerability, authenticity, self-exploration, & joy.
I specialize in trauma-focused therapy, couples therapy, gender affirming care, sex & relationship-focused therapy, and therapy exploring neurodivergent identity.
It is a profoundly scary time for marginalized people as we face loss of human rights, endure violence, & bear witness to mass global genocide. Now more than ever, mental healthcare must be firmly rooted in decolonization, abolitionism, & anti-oppression to facilitate empowerment. Trauma-informed therapy acknowledges systems-level trauma. With this foundation, I aim to cultivate safe spaces where my clients feel seen and deeply known as they share their story and seek the agency to reclaim it. It's an immense privilege to be a partner in the pursuit of radical healing, growth, vulnerability, authenticity, self-exploration, & joy.
Queer Owned & Staffed - Affirming Pathways
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, LISW
5 Endorsed
Akron, OH 44302
We have immediate openings for individual and relational/couples therapy.
Affirming Pathways is a fully queer-owned and staffed group practice specializing in working with the LGBTQ+, non-monogamy, and BDSM/kink communities we are a part of too! We offer individual and relationship therapy, with reduced-rate sessions ($100/50 min) through our PhD intern, Savanna for both in-person or virtual options.
We know how important it is for you to find the right therapist for. you so we offer free 15-minute virtual consults so you can connect with one or more of our therapists to help find the fit that truly aligns with your needs.
We have immediate openings for individual and relational/couples therapy.
Affirming Pathways is a fully queer-owned and staffed group practice specializing in working with the LGBTQ+, non-monogamy, and BDSM/kink communities we are a part of too! We offer individual and relationship therapy, with reduced-rate sessions ($100/50 min) through our PhD intern, Savanna for both in-person or virtual options.
We know how important it is for you to find the right therapist for. you so we offer free 15-minute virtual consults so you can connect with one or more of our therapists to help find the fit that truly aligns with your needs.
Looking to have more fulfilling relationships with other people? Needing to unpack unhelpful narratives from childhood that are confining you from individual and relational growth? Struggling with our sociopolitical climate? Our clinicians work with all individuals, partners, and relationships to build and create better relationships with yourself and important others. We seek to empower and support folks who are LGBTQ+, kink, & non-monogamous.
Our practice also writes letters for gender confirmation surgeries.
Looking to have more fulfilling relationships with other people? Needing to unpack unhelpful narratives from childhood that are confining you from individual and relational growth? Struggling with our sociopolitical climate? Our clinicians work with all individuals, partners, and relationships to build and create better relationships with yourself and important others. We seek to empower and support folks who are LGBTQ+, kink, & non-monogamous.
Our practice also writes letters for gender confirmation surgeries.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, a Board Certified and, Licensed Professional Art Therapist. My heart is with LGBTQ+ clients. I help client's work through their difficult past situation in order to help them create a life that aligns with their values and they are proud of. I offer telehealth sessions in order to be able to reach every part of Ohio and increase accessibility to services overall. All parts of you are welcome here.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, a Board Certified and, Licensed Professional Art Therapist. My heart is with LGBTQ+ clients. I help client's work through their difficult past situation in order to help them create a life that aligns with their values and they are proud of. I offer telehealth sessions in order to be able to reach every part of Ohio and increase accessibility to services overall. All parts of you are welcome here.
Mariah Payne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, C-AAIS
3 Endorsed
Elyria, OH 44035
Waitlist for new clients
My clients come from a variety of identities, orientations, and have diverse needs. I work largely with people experiencing minority stress, relationship challenges, identity exploration, and managing stressors. Often, my clients are looking to add to their mental health tool box, increase their understanding of themself, and develop healthier relationships (with themselves, others and/or their mental health). I provide services for individuals and relationships (ex: couples, families, and relationship groups).
My clients come from a variety of identities, orientations, and have diverse needs. I work largely with people experiencing minority stress, relationship challenges, identity exploration, and managing stressors. Often, my clients are looking to add to their mental health tool box, increase their understanding of themself, and develop healthier relationships (with themselves, others and/or their mental health). I provide services for individuals and relationships (ex: couples, families, and relationship groups).
So you find yourself scrolling through lists of therapists. Welcome! What brings you here today? Maybe life stressors have become too much, and you’d like some extra support. Maybe you’re scared or angry or numb and you don’t know what else to do. Maybe you’re looking for a safe space to finally process through those major life events. I would be happy to help. Let's see if we're a good fit.
The idea of healing and living authentically can be intimidating, especially when we might struggle to find a space where we feel safe and supported. But you don’t have to do this alone. You just have to put one foot in front of the other.
So you find yourself scrolling through lists of therapists. Welcome! What brings you here today? Maybe life stressors have become too much, and you’d like some extra support. Maybe you’re scared or angry or numb and you don’t know what else to do. Maybe you’re looking for a safe space to finally process through those major life events. I would be happy to help. Let's see if we're a good fit.
The idea of healing and living authentically can be intimidating, especially when we might struggle to find a space where we feel safe and supported. But you don’t have to do this alone. You just have to put one foot in front of the other.
Colby has a passion for working with children/adolescents, the LGBTQ+ community, trauma survivors, and those managing self-harm urges and suicidal ideation. Colby has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in various settings. Colby’s past work experiences include crisis management, IOP/PHP, sexual assault crisis support, and school-based therapy. Colby currently works at Colors+ Counseling, providing outpatient services. Please see the link for more information.
Colby has a passion for working with children/adolescents, the LGBTQ+ community, trauma survivors, and those managing self-harm urges and suicidal ideation. Colby has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in various settings. Colby’s past work experiences include crisis management, IOP/PHP, sexual assault crisis support, and school-based therapy. Colby currently works at Colors+ Counseling, providing outpatient services. Please see the link for more information.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming or painful. You may appear “successful” on the outside while struggling with anxiety or depression underneath. If you’re a queer or BIPOC person, it can be unsettling to live in a climate that politicizes your identities. If you’re neurodivergent, life may feel set to “hard mode,” exhausting yourself trying to fit someone else’s mold. Over time, these pressures or past traumas can keep you in survival mode, making it hard to imagine a life beyond coping. In therapy, we’ll honor what you’ve lived through while helping you move toward a life that is more compassionate, honest, and truly your own.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming or painful. You may appear “successful” on the outside while struggling with anxiety or depression underneath. If you’re a queer or BIPOC person, it can be unsettling to live in a climate that politicizes your identities. If you’re neurodivergent, life may feel set to “hard mode,” exhausting yourself trying to fit someone else’s mold. Over time, these pressures or past traumas can keep you in survival mode, making it hard to imagine a life beyond coping. In therapy, we’ll honor what you’ve lived through while helping you move toward a life that is more compassionate, honest, and truly your own.
I work with high-functioning adults navigating complex trauma, anxiety, and neurodivergent identities. My practice is deeply affirming for LGBTQIA+ clients undergoing gender exploration or significant life transitions. As a trans man and an advanced trauma clinician, I provide a space where you don't have to spend sessions explaining the basics of your identity. We will use EMDR and practical skills to unpack the past and build a stable, honest future. I provide real answers and structured guidance, not just "listening." Currently offering expert, privacy-focused telehealth care for clients in Ohio and Massachusetts.
I work with high-functioning adults navigating complex trauma, anxiety, and neurodivergent identities. My practice is deeply affirming for LGBTQIA+ clients undergoing gender exploration or significant life transitions. As a trans man and an advanced trauma clinician, I provide a space where you don't have to spend sessions explaining the basics of your identity. We will use EMDR and practical skills to unpack the past and build a stable, honest future. I provide real answers and structured guidance, not just "listening." Currently offering expert, privacy-focused telehealth care for clients in Ohio and Massachusetts.
Lee Ring
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
1 Endorsed
Bowling Green, OH 43402
Waitlist for new clients
Hey y'all! I'm Lee, a Licensed Independent Social Worker here in Bowling Green, OH (and virtually throughout the state). As a trans therapist with lived experience navigating the mental health system, I aim to make the therapy-seeking process as smooth as possible. While I work with folks from a wide variety of backgrounds, I find that my clientele often come from a history of developmental trauma and current identification with the LGBTQ+ community. I work with clients ages 14 years and up.
Hey y'all! I'm Lee, a Licensed Independent Social Worker here in Bowling Green, OH (and virtually throughout the state). As a trans therapist with lived experience navigating the mental health system, I aim to make the therapy-seeking process as smooth as possible. While I work with folks from a wide variety of backgrounds, I find that my clientele often come from a history of developmental trauma and current identification with the LGBTQ+ community. I work with clients ages 14 years and up.
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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.