LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Union County, OH
As a therapist, my approach is open, non-judgmental, and collaborative. My goal is to create an empowering environment because ultimately, you are the expert in your own life. I specialize in trauma, mood disorders (depression and anxiety), and perinatal mental health. I am trained in EMDR (eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This form of therapy has been shown to be effective for individuals who have survived traumatic experiences and/or who have experienced complex developmental trauma throughout their lives.
As a therapist, my approach is open, non-judgmental, and collaborative. My goal is to create an empowering environment because ultimately, you are the expert in your own life. I specialize in trauma, mood disorders (depression and anxiety), and perinatal mental health. I am trained in EMDR (eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This form of therapy has been shown to be effective for individuals who have survived traumatic experiences and/or who have experienced complex developmental trauma throughout their lives.
Are you an adult struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or symptoms of Bipolar disorder, OCD, or Personality disorders? You want a therapist who recognizes your strengths and helps you navigate through stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and abuse. You seek someone who can help you gain insights and see patterns in your life that you might not notice on your own.
Are you an adult struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or symptoms of Bipolar disorder, OCD, or Personality disorders? You want a therapist who recognizes your strengths and helps you navigate through stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and abuse. You seek someone who can help you gain insights and see patterns in your life that you might not notice on your own.
Happiness is within your grasp and I want to help you get there. Life is tough enough without letting people and situations dominate our thoughts. Having experience with several modalities, I can guide you through this journey in a way that will work for you - specifically.
I have had the honor of practicing individual, couples, and family therapy for several years; witnessing their strength to overcome adversity and challenges has given my life immense joy.
Happiness is within your grasp and I want to help you get there. Life is tough enough without letting people and situations dominate our thoughts. Having experience with several modalities, I can guide you through this journey in a way that will work for you - specifically.
I have had the honor of practicing individual, couples, and family therapy for several years; witnessing their strength to overcome adversity and challenges has given my life immense joy.
I am licensed in Ohio with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, coping with grief and loss, bipolar disorder and general life issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage! My personal motto is "life begins at the end of your comfort zone!" I believe everyone benefits from therapy at some point in their lives.
I am licensed in Ohio with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, coping with grief and loss, bipolar disorder and general life issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage! My personal motto is "life begins at the end of your comfort zone!" I believe everyone benefits from therapy at some point in their lives.
Anna "Lisa" Clark has been providing therapy for over 20 years to individuals, couples and families. She specializes in working with couples; adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders; and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, bullying, sexual identity and famliy issues.
Anna "Lisa" Clark has been providing therapy for over 20 years to individuals, couples and families. She specializes in working with couples; adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders; and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, bullying, sexual identity and famliy issues.
Anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD, trauma, stress management, grief and loss, self-esteem, career exploration, and coping with life transitions - these are a few of the issues that I love exploring with clients.
Anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD, trauma, stress management, grief and loss, self-esteem, career exploration, and coping with life transitions - these are a few of the issues that I love exploring with clients.
Richard Scott Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Marysville, OH 43040
As we navigate our lives, we develop beliefs about ourself through our experiences. These beliefs have powerful effects on our sense of belonging, our attempts to receive love and affection, and our desires for intimacy. Feeling accepted and valued can result in a sense of self that approaches life with trust, confidence and flexibility. When difficult events arise, or we feel rejected and mistreated, the way we view ourself and our efficacy can be impacted. While we cannot change the experiences of our life, we can rewrite the meaning we assign to those experiences and free ourself from the associated distress.
As we navigate our lives, we develop beliefs about ourself through our experiences. These beliefs have powerful effects on our sense of belonging, our attempts to receive love and affection, and our desires for intimacy. Feeling accepted and valued can result in a sense of self that approaches life with trust, confidence and flexibility. When difficult events arise, or we feel rejected and mistreated, the way we view ourself and our efficacy can be impacted. While we cannot change the experiences of our life, we can rewrite the meaning we assign to those experiences and free ourself from the associated distress.
At ICFT, we see people who have tried everything and have made the courageous decision to admit they need some help. For example, couples that want to stop arguing and find the joy in their relationship. Parents that want to stop being irritated and gain new skills to help their children succeed. Families that need help navigating a path toward healing. Nothing is more frustrating than trying really hard and still feeling like the particular problem is not getting better. At ICFT, we help our clients learn new approaches, so they don't simply try hard, but actually see progress.
At ICFT, we see people who have tried everything and have made the courageous decision to admit they need some help. For example, couples that want to stop arguing and find the joy in their relationship. Parents that want to stop being irritated and gain new skills to help their children succeed. Families that need help navigating a path toward healing. Nothing is more frustrating than trying really hard and still feeling like the particular problem is not getting better. At ICFT, we help our clients learn new approaches, so they don't simply try hard, but actually see progress.
I have extensive experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, Military Service Members & Veterans.
I'm experienced in therapies that are conversational in style and designed to be geared to you as an individual. These include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Crisis Response Planning.
I have extensive experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, Military Service Members & Veterans.
I'm experienced in therapies that are conversational in style and designed to be geared to you as an individual. These include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Crisis Response Planning.
Acceptance, compassion, empathy, and understanding are the foundations of my practice. As a psychologist, I feel honored to join my clients in their journey of life and self-exploration. Through my therapy, I strive to facilitate healing, growth, discovery, and insights. I am an active participant in your sessions and we will work collaboratively to help you achieve your therapeutic goals.
Acceptance, compassion, empathy, and understanding are the foundations of my practice. As a psychologist, I feel honored to join my clients in their journey of life and self-exploration. Through my therapy, I strive to facilitate healing, growth, discovery, and insights. I am an active participant in your sessions and we will work collaboratively to help you achieve your therapeutic goals.
I am also an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I use a person centered approach to counseling as well as, integrating evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, and The Gottman Method for couples therapy.
I am also an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I use a person centered approach to counseling as well as, integrating evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, and The Gottman Method for couples therapy.
My ideal client is the client that is willing to do the mental and emotional work that a therapeutic relationship requires, regardless of the issue they are bringing. These clients are desirous of change and growth and have some degree of motivation to achieve them. They want to understand themselves better in order to develop and maintain healthy relationships with themselves and others. They commit their time and energy to themselves and the process and are respectful of my time.
My ideal client is the client that is willing to do the mental and emotional work that a therapeutic relationship requires, regardless of the issue they are bringing. These clients are desirous of change and growth and have some degree of motivation to achieve them. They want to understand themselves better in order to develop and maintain healthy relationships with themselves and others. They commit their time and energy to themselves and the process and are respectful of my time.
Becoming a mother can be one of the most meaningful and emotionally complex transitions in a woman’s life. If you are feeling anxious during pregnancy, overwhelmed in postpartum, or struggling after a difficult birth or NICU experience, you are not alone. I specialize in supporting thoughtful, capable women navigating postpartum anxiety, trauma, identity shifts, and the emotional demands of modern motherhood. Many of my clients are balancing significant personal and professional responsibilities while seeking to care for themselves, their relationships, and their growing families.
Becoming a mother can be one of the most meaningful and emotionally complex transitions in a woman’s life. If you are feeling anxious during pregnancy, overwhelmed in postpartum, or struggling after a difficult birth or NICU experience, you are not alone. I specialize in supporting thoughtful, capable women navigating postpartum anxiety, trauma, identity shifts, and the emotional demands of modern motherhood. Many of my clients are balancing significant personal and professional responsibilities while seeking to care for themselves, their relationships, and their growing families.
I want to share a goal with my clients to create a partnership where clients feel empowered for growth, healing, and positive change. Although I have a traditional office setting offered year round, for those who are interested in a new approach to problem solving, I offer an alternative approach to traditional counseling by linking clients with horses during their sessions. Equine Assisted Counseling or equine assisted therapy, incorporates horses into families, and individual counseling sessions to facilitate emotional growth and learning.
I want to share a goal with my clients to create a partnership where clients feel empowered for growth, healing, and positive change. Although I have a traditional office setting offered year round, for those who are interested in a new approach to problem solving, I offer an alternative approach to traditional counseling by linking clients with horses during their sessions. Equine Assisted Counseling or equine assisted therapy, incorporates horses into families, and individual counseling sessions to facilitate emotional growth and learning.
Online Therapists
Life can be incredibly overwhelming and sometimes, we can be surrounded by people and still feel completely alone. My goal is to help guide you on your journey to self-love, inner peace and personal growth. You are an amazingly beautiful human, who is worthy of love. The path may not be easy, it is however worth the work.
Life can be incredibly overwhelming and sometimes, we can be surrounded by people and still feel completely alone. My goal is to help guide you on your journey to self-love, inner peace and personal growth. You are an amazingly beautiful human, who is worthy of love. The path may not be easy, it is however worth the work.
I am a licensed therapist specialized in providing sensitive and compassionate care to the queer community as well as those struggling with trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, and depression.
Through WellQor, I provide secure teletherapy sessions via videoconferencing covered by most commercial and medicare insurance plans. When you reach out to us, please let our front office staff know that you'd like to work with me, and they'll kindly assist you in onboarding and getting a spot on my calendar.
I am a licensed therapist specialized in providing sensitive and compassionate care to the queer community as well as those struggling with trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, and depression.
Through WellQor, I provide secure teletherapy sessions via videoconferencing covered by most commercial and medicare insurance plans. When you reach out to us, please let our front office staff know that you'd like to work with me, and they'll kindly assist you in onboarding and getting a spot on my calendar.
I have a specialty in working with anxiety and depression as well as the LGBTQ population and their families.
Immediate openings available.
I am a licensed Counseling Psychologist (PsyPact Licensed for telehealth in 42 states; and Ohio: in person and telehealth) who has been in private practice since 2012. I work primarily with college students as well as individuals in late adolescence and adulthood. Therapy with me is aimed at helping you discover, understand, and strengthen understanding and skills for managing life's stressors and living your most authentic life. My goal is to understand you and your world as best as I can from your perspective so that I can be as helpful to you as possible in making meaningful changes in your life.
I have a specialty in working with anxiety and depression as well as the LGBTQ population and their families.
Immediate openings available.
I am a licensed Counseling Psychologist (PsyPact Licensed for telehealth in 42 states; and Ohio: in person and telehealth) who has been in private practice since 2012. I work primarily with college students as well as individuals in late adolescence and adulthood. Therapy with me is aimed at helping you discover, understand, and strengthen understanding and skills for managing life's stressors and living your most authentic life. My goal is to understand you and your world as best as I can from your perspective so that I can be as helpful to you as possible in making meaningful changes in your life.
I also specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ and Trans community, gender identity issues, problems related to divorce, and helping parents with behavioral issues with their children.
My approach is to help you meet your goals. I know that taking that first step can be terrifying, and I assure you that this is a safe place. I believe that self-judgment is often at the core of human distress, and learning to accept your strengths and weaknesses is a key to improving well-being. Weekend appointments are currently available.
I also specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ and Trans community, gender identity issues, problems related to divorce, and helping parents with behavioral issues with their children.
My approach is to help you meet your goals. I know that taking that first step can be terrifying, and I assure you that this is a safe place. I believe that self-judgment is often at the core of human distress, and learning to accept your strengths and weaknesses is a key to improving well-being. Weekend appointments are currently available.
Accepting New Clients June 1, 2026 - I am a trauma-focused psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals and couples reclaim safety, connection, and inner resilience within themselves and their relationships. Through experiential practices, I offer clients unique tools to access and process core emotions, deepen nervous system regulation, and renegotiate traumatic memories, meeting each person where they are and guiding them at a pace that feels right for them. My ideal clients are deep thinkers who want to explore the root of things and find new ways to respond in their environment, rather than just address symptom management.
Accepting New Clients June 1, 2026 - I am a trauma-focused psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals and couples reclaim safety, connection, and inner resilience within themselves and their relationships. Through experiential practices, I offer clients unique tools to access and process core emotions, deepen nervous system regulation, and renegotiate traumatic memories, meeting each person where they are and guiding them at a pace that feels right for them. My ideal clients are deep thinkers who want to explore the root of things and find new ways to respond in their environment, rather than just address symptom management.
My goal is to help neurodivergent and/or queer adults manage symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as cope with stress, dysregulation, and burnout, through the use of evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
We will collaborate to identify your challenges, your strengths, and effective coping skills to regulate your nervous system and your emotions. I have particular interests in supporting Autistic adults, adults with ADHD as well as those who identify as LGBTQIA and those who practice consensual non-monogamy. I am sex positive, kink-informed, & trauma-informed
My goal is to help neurodivergent and/or queer adults manage symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as cope with stress, dysregulation, and burnout, through the use of evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
We will collaborate to identify your challenges, your strengths, and effective coping skills to regulate your nervous system and your emotions. I have particular interests in supporting Autistic adults, adults with ADHD as well as those who identify as LGBTQIA and those who practice consensual non-monogamy. I am sex positive, kink-informed, & trauma-informed
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.