LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Beaverton, OR
If you need support with your relationships, trauma symptoms, identity, or painful emotions such as guilt or shame, I work with individuals and couples, with a special focus on queer, trans, and neurodivergent people facing these challenges.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in the belief that you don’t need to be fixed; you need to be understood. That’s when healing happens. I will support you in untangling relational trauma and addressing symptoms of complex PTSD so you can navigate relationships and life with more clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
If you need support with your relationships, trauma symptoms, identity, or painful emotions such as guilt or shame, I work with individuals and couples, with a special focus on queer, trans, and neurodivergent people facing these challenges.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in the belief that you don’t need to be fixed; you need to be understood. That’s when healing happens. I will support you in untangling relational trauma and addressing symptoms of complex PTSD so you can navigate relationships and life with more clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
Do you feel overwhelmed with life right now? Are you telling yourself that you aren't good enough? Do you keep beating yourself up or feel haunted by past experiences? We can often try to push those feelings to the side with scrolling or binge watching but it doesn't help us get out of the rut - sometimes we shame ourselves for trying to take a break and we feel worse. Therapy can help by giving you a space to look at some problems with curiosity rather than judgment. By tending to our emotions and experiences, we can actually unlock creative solutions for you to be kind to yourself and feel more confident, connected, and calm.
Do you feel overwhelmed with life right now? Are you telling yourself that you aren't good enough? Do you keep beating yourself up or feel haunted by past experiences? We can often try to push those feelings to the side with scrolling or binge watching but it doesn't help us get out of the rut - sometimes we shame ourselves for trying to take a break and we feel worse. Therapy can help by giving you a space to look at some problems with curiosity rather than judgment. By tending to our emotions and experiences, we can actually unlock creative solutions for you to be kind to yourself and feel more confident, connected, and calm.
You may feel isolated or overwhelmed by close relationships. Despite your efforts, you may feel like you're stuck in cycles that feel intractable. Relationship therapy can help you and the people you love to improve communication, deepen understanding, reprioritize joy/pleasure and promote hope. Therapy can help you to heal. Whether you are experiencing exasperation, grief, disillusionment, boredom, loneliness or something else, we can work to foster flexibility, empathy, vulnerability and resilience. I’d love to learn more about you and your loved ones, and see if we feel like a good initial fit for therapy.
You may feel isolated or overwhelmed by close relationships. Despite your efforts, you may feel like you're stuck in cycles that feel intractable. Relationship therapy can help you and the people you love to improve communication, deepen understanding, reprioritize joy/pleasure and promote hope. Therapy can help you to heal. Whether you are experiencing exasperation, grief, disillusionment, boredom, loneliness or something else, we can work to foster flexibility, empathy, vulnerability and resilience. I’d love to learn more about you and your loved ones, and see if we feel like a good initial fit for therapy.
I'm certified in EMDR therapy and have deep experience in areas like trauma-informed practice, Internal Family Systems (IFS), LGBTQIA+ wellness, grief, and spirituality.
I practice an empowering, humanistic, and holistic approach to therapy. We will spend our sessions talking about what is most important to you. Lets develop a therapeutic relationship that you can feel comfortable showing up as your true authentic self.
I'm certified in EMDR therapy and have deep experience in areas like trauma-informed practice, Internal Family Systems (IFS), LGBTQIA+ wellness, grief, and spirituality.
I practice an empowering, humanistic, and holistic approach to therapy. We will spend our sessions talking about what is most important to you. Lets develop a therapeutic relationship that you can feel comfortable showing up as your true authentic self.
I specialize in working with teen, college age, and young adult clients, but I work with people of all ages. The belief that every person has the ability to make meaningful, positive change in their life is core to my work. I will hold a safe space for talking and feeling through the good and difficult things you have experienced in life. We will work collaboratively to create goals, identify your strengths, overcome barriers, learn and utilize effective communication techniques, develop coping skills, and bring about positive, lasting change.
I specialize in working with teen, college age, and young adult clients, but I work with people of all ages. The belief that every person has the ability to make meaningful, positive change in their life is core to my work. I will hold a safe space for talking and feeling through the good and difficult things you have experienced in life. We will work collaboratively to create goals, identify your strengths, overcome barriers, learn and utilize effective communication techniques, develop coping skills, and bring about positive, lasting change.
Hi, I am Michelle Nedwek, an LMFT in the states of Oregon and California. So glad you're here! I specialize in individual, client-centered, and compassionate therapy. When it will be helpful, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for implementing changes and helping clients progress more quickly. I also use evidence-based interventions and teach coping skills, to enact change and new patterns. This often includes career goals and improving symptoms of anxiety and ADHD. I enjoy helping clients reach their goals, and am so excited when I see them get their self-confidence and passion for life back!
Hi, I am Michelle Nedwek, an LMFT in the states of Oregon and California. So glad you're here! I specialize in individual, client-centered, and compassionate therapy. When it will be helpful, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for implementing changes and helping clients progress more quickly. I also use evidence-based interventions and teach coping skills, to enact change and new patterns. This often includes career goals and improving symptoms of anxiety and ADHD. I enjoy helping clients reach their goals, and am so excited when I see them get their self-confidence and passion for life back!
I believe we all have the capacity to live and create authentic lives where we can honor our needs even in the midst of feeling shaken by personal or world events. Sometimes we get stuck or are so overwhelmed or overstimulated with big feelings that we can't seem to find ways to show up for ourselves and the life we daydream about. I love helping people learn new coping strategies and find thinking patterns and insights that make a shift in their lives. I have watched people change when they didn't think they could and it is so beautiful witnessing people create healthy relationships with themselves.
I believe we all have the capacity to live and create authentic lives where we can honor our needs even in the midst of feeling shaken by personal or world events. Sometimes we get stuck or are so overwhelmed or overstimulated with big feelings that we can't seem to find ways to show up for ourselves and the life we daydream about. I love helping people learn new coping strategies and find thinking patterns and insights that make a shift in their lives. I have watched people change when they didn't think they could and it is so beautiful witnessing people create healthy relationships with themselves.
In my work I enjoy supporting BIPOC/ LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent adults navigating trauma.
I believe therapy should be tailored to you! I draw from EFT, ACT, and somatic approaches while remaining flexible to what feels most supportive and meaningful for your goals. As a South Asian woman, I also bring lived experience and a culturally responsive lens to our work, honoring the ways culture, identity, family, and community shape our experiences.
In my work I enjoy supporting BIPOC/ LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent adults navigating trauma.
I believe therapy should be tailored to you! I draw from EFT, ACT, and somatic approaches while remaining flexible to what feels most supportive and meaningful for your goals. As a South Asian woman, I also bring lived experience and a culturally responsive lens to our work, honoring the ways culture, identity, family, and community shape our experiences.
Life's transitions and challenges can become too heavy to carry on our own. Therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard, safe, and met with authentic warmth—along with a bit of well-timed humor. I create a friendly and warm space where you can talk about your experiences without fear of judgement or criticism. My goal is to support you on your journey towards the life you want.
Life's transitions and challenges can become too heavy to carry on our own. Therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard, safe, and met with authentic warmth—along with a bit of well-timed humor. I create a friendly and warm space where you can talk about your experiences without fear of judgement or criticism. My goal is to support you on your journey towards the life you want.
You deserve therapy that sees the whole you- your story, your identities, and your strengths. As a neuroqueer therapist, I specialize in supporting trauma survivors, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, neurodivergent folx, and couples, as well as those navigating life transitions, grief, and systemic oppression. I understand the importance of honoring the intersecting identities and systemic influences that shape each person’s journey. My approach is grounded in feminist, multicultural, and relational-cultural therapy, and I incorporate mindfulness-based techniques along with evidence-based tools from ACT and DBT.
You deserve therapy that sees the whole you- your story, your identities, and your strengths. As a neuroqueer therapist, I specialize in supporting trauma survivors, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, neurodivergent folx, and couples, as well as those navigating life transitions, grief, and systemic oppression. I understand the importance of honoring the intersecting identities and systemic influences that shape each person’s journey. My approach is grounded in feminist, multicultural, and relational-cultural therapy, and I incorporate mindfulness-based techniques along with evidence-based tools from ACT and DBT.
I also have a strong passion for trauma-informed treatment working with LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I primarily implement techniques based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT, TF-CBT, ACT, DBT, CPT) in addition to person-centered approaches, allowing me to meet the clients where they are at as well as provide personalized treatment.
I also have a strong passion for trauma-informed treatment working with LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I primarily implement techniques based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT, TF-CBT, ACT, DBT, CPT) in addition to person-centered approaches, allowing me to meet the clients where they are at as well as provide personalized treatment.
Are you feeling stuck? or perhaps having trouble navigating burnout, life changes, or relational issues.
I enjoy working with people who are welcome to change. Whether you're seeking to navigate family challenges, looking to improve relational issues or deepen self-understanding, we can create a space that cultivates growth and healing. Maybe you feel stuck in old habits, or you’re unsure of where to start. If you’re looking to create meaningful connections, heal old wounds, or rediscover intimacy.
Are you feeling stuck? or perhaps having trouble navigating burnout, life changes, or relational issues.
I enjoy working with people who are welcome to change. Whether you're seeking to navigate family challenges, looking to improve relational issues or deepen self-understanding, we can create a space that cultivates growth and healing. Maybe you feel stuck in old habits, or you’re unsure of where to start. If you’re looking to create meaningful connections, heal old wounds, or rediscover intimacy.
All are welcome here including women, LGBTQ+, and those with chronic pain/illness.
Seeing clients in person in Beaverton, Oregon, and via telehealth throughout Oregon and Washington.
At the Eisenmann Clinic, we work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, life transitions, stress, identity, and the harder-to-name experiences that can leave you feeling trapped or disconnected from yourself.
You don't need to arrive knowing exactly what's wrong—or what you want to change. We believe understanding should come before solutions. Therapy here starts with curiosity: about how you got here, what you've learned along the way, what matters to you, and what might actually help.
All are welcome here including women, LGBTQ+, and those with chronic pain/illness.
Seeing clients in person in Beaverton, Oregon, and via telehealth throughout Oregon and Washington.
At the Eisenmann Clinic, we work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, life transitions, stress, identity, and the harder-to-name experiences that can leave you feeling trapped or disconnected from yourself.
You don't need to arrive knowing exactly what's wrong—or what you want to change. We believe understanding should come before solutions. Therapy here starts with curiosity: about how you got here, what you've learned along the way, what matters to you, and what might actually help.
My pronouns are she/they, and I am trauma-informed and LGBTQIA+ allied.
I utilize interventions from DBT and Trauma-Focused CBT, as well as family systems therapy and narrative therapy. In practice, this translates to a holistic, autonomy-focused, and mindful approach, where I work alongside you in a way that highlights your strengths and interests. We will work together to come up with goals you want to work toward.
My pronouns are she/they, and I am trauma-informed and LGBTQIA+ allied.
I utilize interventions from DBT and Trauma-Focused CBT, as well as family systems therapy and narrative therapy. In practice, this translates to a holistic, autonomy-focused, and mindful approach, where I work alongside you in a way that highlights your strengths and interests. We will work together to come up with goals you want to work toward.
Some people seek therapy not because they lack insight or discipline, but because their usual ways of coping, such as overthinking, staying busy, and staying in control, no longer work for them. You might be accomplished, responsible, and outwardly “fine,” yet feel tense, burned out, or emotionally stuck. My approach to therapy is collaborative but not passive; it involves actively engaging with patterns that once helped you survive, but now limit your ability to feel present, connected, or at ease. I primarily work with neurodivergent clients, including those with autism, ADHD, and/or OCD.
Some people seek therapy not because they lack insight or discipline, but because their usual ways of coping, such as overthinking, staying busy, and staying in control, no longer work for them. You might be accomplished, responsible, and outwardly “fine,” yet feel tense, burned out, or emotionally stuck. My approach to therapy is collaborative but not passive; it involves actively engaging with patterns that once helped you survive, but now limit your ability to feel present, connected, or at ease. I primarily work with neurodivergent clients, including those with autism, ADHD, and/or OCD.
I also specialize in identity exploration, LGBTQIA issues, trauma, neurodivergence, and mood disorders.
I am a relational therapist with a love of all things messy and human. My specialties include eating disorders, body image work, identity exploration, LGBTQIA+ issues, relational and attachment wounds, trauma, and neurodiversity. My goal in all my work is to be a companion, an outside perspective, and a soft landing through the natural pains and joys of life. When I'm not at work, you can find me writing stories, having thoughtful conversations with my cats, and being as much of a nerd as possible.
I also specialize in identity exploration, LGBTQIA issues, trauma, neurodivergence, and mood disorders.
I am a relational therapist with a love of all things messy and human. My specialties include eating disorders, body image work, identity exploration, LGBTQIA+ issues, relational and attachment wounds, trauma, and neurodiversity. My goal in all my work is to be a companion, an outside perspective, and a soft landing through the natural pains and joys of life. When I'm not at work, you can find me writing stories, having thoughtful conversations with my cats, and being as much of a nerd as possible.
My ideal clients present with concerns such as trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, grief, ADHD, and challenges with major life transitions. They may struggle with emotional regulation, maladaptive coping, or relational difficulties and seek therapy to foster resilience, stabilization, and growth. What they truly want is to feel grounded, supported, and capable of moving through life with greater ease and self-compassion. Together, we work toward building resilience, healing old wounds, and creating meaningful change so they can move from simply surviving to fully living.
My ideal clients present with concerns such as trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, grief, ADHD, and challenges with major life transitions. They may struggle with emotional regulation, maladaptive coping, or relational difficulties and seek therapy to foster resilience, stabilization, and growth. What they truly want is to feel grounded, supported, and capable of moving through life with greater ease and self-compassion. Together, we work toward building resilience, healing old wounds, and creating meaningful change so they can move from simply surviving to fully living.
Are you looking for a deeper, more intentional connection to your life? As a neurodivergent-affirming therapist with a mind-body focus, I’m here to help you build resilience, balance, and self-compassion. I understand the unique challenges that dealing with trauma, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm, overstimulation, and OCD bring. Together, we’ll create a personalized healing path that aligns with who you are. My approach honors both your individual needs and the larger context of what shapes us, helping you explore new possibilities for a fulfilling life.
Are you looking for a deeper, more intentional connection to your life? As a neurodivergent-affirming therapist with a mind-body focus, I’m here to help you build resilience, balance, and self-compassion. I understand the unique challenges that dealing with trauma, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm, overstimulation, and OCD bring. Together, we’ll create a personalized healing path that aligns with who you are. My approach honors both your individual needs and the larger context of what shapes us, helping you explore new possibilities for a fulfilling life.
As a queer and non-binary mental health professional, I aim to empower clients of all identities by offering a space free of judgment and stigma.
I'm Kat, a non-binary therapist committed to co-creating an affirming, and non-judgmental space for individuals from all walks of life. I believe in building a collaborative space where your unique experiences, struggles, and celebrations are honored. I understand that life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you are navigating identity, anxiety, depression, trauma, or the everyday challenges that come with being human. Let's create a supportive space where you can express yourself freely, identify and express your feelings, as you work towards growth, healing and radical self-love.
As a queer and non-binary mental health professional, I aim to empower clients of all identities by offering a space free of judgment and stigma.
I'm Kat, a non-binary therapist committed to co-creating an affirming, and non-judgmental space for individuals from all walks of life. I believe in building a collaborative space where your unique experiences, struggles, and celebrations are honored. I understand that life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you are navigating identity, anxiety, depression, trauma, or the everyday challenges that come with being human. Let's create a supportive space where you can express yourself freely, identify and express your feelings, as you work towards growth, healing and radical self-love.
I enjoy working with adults—especially those whose lives are shaped by trauma, identity stress, or systemic marginalization—who are motivated for therapy and seek clarity, safety, and practical change. People come when old coping no longer fits, when grief, anxiety, or identity questions make daily life heavy, or when systems have eroded trust. Together we name what matters, identify goals we can measure progress towards, validate how context shapes experience, and build emotion‑regulation skills, values‑based action, boundary setting, and advocacy strategies that support steady, culturally responsive progress beyond therapy.
I enjoy working with adults—especially those whose lives are shaped by trauma, identity stress, or systemic marginalization—who are motivated for therapy and seek clarity, safety, and practical change. People come when old coping no longer fits, when grief, anxiety, or identity questions make daily life heavy, or when systems have eroded trust. Together we name what matters, identify goals we can measure progress towards, validate how context shapes experience, and build emotion‑regulation skills, values‑based action, boundary setting, and advocacy strategies that support steady, culturally responsive progress beyond therapy.
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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.