Lesbian Therapists in Union County, OH
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.
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.
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.
If you are seeking a therapist to help you make positive changes in your life, I'm here for you. I have extensive experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, Military Service Members & Veterans. To assist you with the transitions you are facing in your life, I'll create a therapeutic environment where you can be your authentic self.
If you are seeking a therapist to help you make positive changes in your life, I'm here for you. I have extensive experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, Military Service Members & Veterans. To assist you with the transitions you are facing in your life, I'll create a therapeutic environment where you can be your authentic self.
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.
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.
Online Therapists
I became a therapist because I know how isolating it can feel to navigate the world without spaces that truly honor all of who you are. As a queer, black woman, I’ve carried the weight of moving through systems that weren’t built with me in mind. Those experiences taught me the importance of having a place where you can show up fully—without judgment, without code-switching, and without apology. My work is grounded in creating affirming, nonjudgmental spaces for people navigating the intersections of gender, sexuality, race, and mental health. I hope each session leaves you feeling more grounded, empowered & connected to yourself.
I became a therapist because I know how isolating it can feel to navigate the world without spaces that truly honor all of who you are. As a queer, black woman, I’ve carried the weight of moving through systems that weren’t built with me in mind. Those experiences taught me the importance of having a place where you can show up fully—without judgment, without code-switching, and without apology. My work is grounded in creating affirming, nonjudgmental spaces for people navigating the intersections of gender, sexuality, race, and mental health. I hope each session leaves you feeling more grounded, empowered & connected to yourself.
Is your your life so f&% up that you need a therapist to handle your trauma? Congratulations, you're an adult. I specialize in PTSD, working with Correctional Officers and I am a certified BWC therapy provider. I am the pied piper of LGBTQ issues, but I do need to rearrange your letters as BGLTQ bc they are not in alphabetical order. ( I'm a nerd first) Some Insurances accepted (Jeez people, I can't do everything for you) I do not accept Medicaid or Medicare.
Is your your life so f&% up that you need a therapist to handle your trauma? Congratulations, you're an adult. I specialize in PTSD, working with Correctional Officers and I am a certified BWC therapy provider. I am the pied piper of LGBTQ issues, but I do need to rearrange your letters as BGLTQ bc they are not in alphabetical order. ( I'm a nerd first) Some Insurances accepted (Jeez people, I can't do everything for you) I do not accept Medicaid or Medicare.
I enjoy working with clients who hated their last therapy experience, clients who feel defeated by their relationship with food and their body, and clients who are sick of anxiety ruling their life. I aim to support, challenge, and empower you to determine what your goals are and make meaningful progress toward them. Anyone seeking support to confront their unique difficulties is welcome here. I am well-versed in trauma-informed care and focus on being sensitive to cultural issues and marginalized groups. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I take pride in providing LGBTQ+-affirming care.
I enjoy working with clients who hated their last therapy experience, clients who feel defeated by their relationship with food and their body, and clients who are sick of anxiety ruling their life. I aim to support, challenge, and empower you to determine what your goals are and make meaningful progress toward them. Anyone seeking support to confront their unique difficulties is welcome here. I am well-versed in trauma-informed care and focus on being sensitive to cultural issues and marginalized groups. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I take pride in providing LGBTQ+-affirming care.
Feeling like you’re not really there, disconnected, on-edge or maybe even a little alien like? When you’ve experienced trauma, harm, or high stress environments it can leave us feeling overstimulated or detached. This can make it hard to see the other side, which is why I'm here to go along this path with you. Feeling comfortable in your own existence is possible. I specialize in working with those who have experienced chronic trauma, neurodivergence, racial connection/identity, identity exploration, existential thoughts, psychiatric harm, and interpersonal relationships.
Feeling like you’re not really there, disconnected, on-edge or maybe even a little alien like? When you’ve experienced trauma, harm, or high stress environments it can leave us feeling overstimulated or detached. This can make it hard to see the other side, which is why I'm here to go along this path with you. Feeling comfortable in your own existence is possible. I specialize in working with those who have experienced chronic trauma, neurodivergence, racial connection/identity, identity exploration, existential thoughts, psychiatric harm, and interpersonal relationships.
Hello, my name is Emily Elliott (she/her/hers), I am a therapist with experience in crisis work, community mental health, and private practice settings. My passion is creating safe spaces that allow clients to open up, reflect, and share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe that therapeutic success is only possible when a strong therapeutic relationship between provider and client exists. I enjoy working with all humans and have extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Hello, my name is Emily Elliott (she/her/hers), I am a therapist with experience in crisis work, community mental health, and private practice settings. My passion is creating safe spaces that allow clients to open up, reflect, and share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe that therapeutic success is only possible when a strong therapeutic relationship between provider and client exists. I enjoy working with all humans and have extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
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.
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 specialize in working with adolescents and adults ages 12+ who deal with depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQIA issues, insomnia, sexual intimacy and other relationship issues through individual, couples, and hypnotherapy counseling. My main goal is to provide a judgment-free zone where everyone can feel comfortable being themself.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults ages 12+ who deal with depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQIA issues, insomnia, sexual intimacy and other relationship issues through individual, couples, and hypnotherapy counseling. My main goal is to provide a judgment-free zone where everyone can feel comfortable being themself.
I believe that human connection is vital to the therapeutic practice and so during therapy, I do my best to provide a safe space to explore emotions and challenges as well as providing a space that is LGBTQIA+ affirming, anti-racist and Disability Justice Oriented. While I work with clients who experience a spectrum of challenges such as anxiety, depression, and work stress, I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma using cognitive, existential, somatic and polyvagal approaches.
I believe that human connection is vital to the therapeutic practice and so during therapy, I do my best to provide a safe space to explore emotions and challenges as well as providing a space that is LGBTQIA+ affirming, anti-racist and Disability Justice Oriented. While I work with clients who experience a spectrum of challenges such as anxiety, depression, and work stress, I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma using cognitive, existential, somatic and polyvagal approaches.
Hi, I’m Becky!
I’ve been a licensed therapist since 2008, and I really enjoy working with kids, teens, young adults, and the parents raising them. I love helping families find more balance in their lives and supporting all humans through whatever challenges they’re facing.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I get that. But a lot of my clients find that they don’t need to be in therapy forever to see real progress. Each session is a chance to build skills, grow confidence, and move forward at your own pace.
Thank you for checking out my profile, I look forward to meeting you!
Hi, I’m Becky!
I’ve been a licensed therapist since 2008, and I really enjoy working with kids, teens, young adults, and the parents raising them. I love helping families find more balance in their lives and supporting all humans through whatever challenges they’re facing.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I get that. But a lot of my clients find that they don’t need to be in therapy forever to see real progress. Each session is a chance to build skills, grow confidence, and move forward at your own pace.
Thank you for checking out my profile, I look forward to meeting you!
My goal is for you to discover your own inner strengths, to learn how your story shapes you, uncover what holds you back, and together identify the steps to get you to the life you envision.
My goal is for you to discover your own inner strengths, to learn how your story shapes you, uncover what holds you back, and together identify the steps to get you to the life you envision.
I consider it an honor to hold space for clients as they begin the challenging deep inner work of healing to create fulfillment and balance within their lives and relationships. My clients often seek counseling burdened by various challenging feelings of shame, anxiety, and depression and I seek to provide a warm and connective space where we can address these concerns sensitively. I work with adults, often LGBTQIA+ identifying, to develop balance and peace within their lives and relationships.
I consider it an honor to hold space for clients as they begin the challenging deep inner work of healing to create fulfillment and balance within their lives and relationships. My clients often seek counseling burdened by various challenging feelings of shame, anxiety, and depression and I seek to provide a warm and connective space where we can address these concerns sensitively. I work with adults, often LGBTQIA+ identifying, to develop balance and peace within their lives and relationships.
Hey! I’m Kayla, and I have a laidback and eclectic approach to therapy. If you’re looking for a strictly-xyz therapist, I’m not your girl. However, if sarcasm and cursing feels more comfortable for you, I might be just who you’re looking for. I believe laughter is the best way to the heart, and very much needed for healing to begin. I really enjoy working with women and the queer community, especially around issues such as trauma, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.
Hey! I’m Kayla, and I have a laidback and eclectic approach to therapy. If you’re looking for a strictly-xyz therapist, I’m not your girl. However, if sarcasm and cursing feels more comfortable for you, I might be just who you’re looking for. I believe laughter is the best way to the heart, and very much needed for healing to begin. I really enjoy working with women and the queer community, especially around issues such as trauma, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.
As a neurodivergent lesbian with my own mental health diagnoses, I use my own experiences to guide my practice.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to create change in their life, but wants guidance and support in starting. If this is your first time in therapy or your fifteenth, I will provide you tools to help you move toward your goals.
As a neurodivergent lesbian with my own mental health diagnoses, I use my own experiences to guide my practice.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to create change in their life, but wants guidance and support in starting. If this is your first time in therapy or your fifteenth, I will provide you tools to help you move toward your goals.
Hello! I am a non-binary, queer human who is joyfully married with plenty of animal children. I work with all types of clients including adults with neurodivergence, the aging population, LGBTQ+ and those seeking gender-affirming care. I work with issues in the adult population including individuals experiencing grief, aging difficulties, individuals managing chronic illness, and those with alcoholism or a desire to reduce consumption of alcohol. I also work with issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, and hoarding.
Hello! I am a non-binary, queer human who is joyfully married with plenty of animal children. I work with all types of clients including adults with neurodivergence, the aging population, LGBTQ+ and those seeking gender-affirming care. I work with issues in the adult population including individuals experiencing grief, aging difficulties, individuals managing chronic illness, and those with alcoholism or a desire to reduce consumption of alcohol. I also work with issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, and hoarding.
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Lesbian Therapists
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.