LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Portland, OR
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, ADHD, autism, chronic illness, eating or body image concerns, or stuck in patterns like perfectionism and people-pleasing. Maybe you're trying to navigate trauma, relationships, school stress, family changes, or becoming more independent while figuring out who you are. Together, we'll make sense of what's keeping you stuck and help you move toward feeling more grounded, connected, and like yourself again.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, ADHD, autism, chronic illness, eating or body image concerns, or stuck in patterns like perfectionism and people-pleasing. Maybe you're trying to navigate trauma, relationships, school stress, family changes, or becoming more independent while figuring out who you are. Together, we'll make sense of what's keeping you stuck and help you move toward feeling more grounded, connected, and like yourself again.
You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in cycles of overthinking, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe your mind never seems to slow down, your relationships feel stressful or confusing, or you find yourself constantly criticizing yourself while trying to hold everything together. Even when things look “fine” on the outside, it can still feel difficult internally. Therapy can help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns while learning healthier ways to cope, communicate, and move through life with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in cycles of overthinking, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe your mind never seems to slow down, your relationships feel stressful or confusing, or you find yourself constantly criticizing yourself while trying to hold everything together. Even when things look “fine” on the outside, it can still feel difficult internally. Therapy can help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns while learning healthier ways to cope, communicate, and move through life with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
Offering in-person or Telehealth sessions. I work with teenagers and young adults (18-40) facing a variety of challenges. I will help you tackle depression, anxiety, conflict, PTSD, grief, and relationship conflict so that pain, fear and confusion do not block you from life satisfaction and good relationships. What currently holds you back can be what propels you forward. In our journey together, we will explore the past, stay grounded in the present, and go towards a life that is more purposeful and alive with love. You are the change-agent. I believe in your transformation.
Offering in-person or Telehealth sessions. I work with teenagers and young adults (18-40) facing a variety of challenges. I will help you tackle depression, anxiety, conflict, PTSD, grief, and relationship conflict so that pain, fear and confusion do not block you from life satisfaction and good relationships. What currently holds you back can be what propels you forward. In our journey together, we will explore the past, stay grounded in the present, and go towards a life that is more purposeful and alive with love. You are the change-agent. I believe in your transformation.
Michael Lott Counseling & Wellness, LLC
Professional Counselor Associate
Portland, OR 97232
Waitlist for new clients
As a queer and gay-identified therapist and lifelong HSP, My goal is always to meet you where you are and cocreate goals that align with your needs.
As a Certified Trauma Professional, I help people move out of the cycle of trauma response (fight, flight, freeze, or fawn) and toward a life of more empowerment and fulfillment. I use tools like EMDR, somatic work, IFS parts work, ACT, nature, and yoga-informed counseling to create an integrative approach to your specific needs.
As a queer and gay-identified therapist and lifelong HSP, My goal is always to meet you where you are and cocreate goals that align with your needs.
As a Certified Trauma Professional, I help people move out of the cycle of trauma response (fight, flight, freeze, or fawn) and toward a life of more empowerment and fulfillment. I use tools like EMDR, somatic work, IFS parts work, ACT, nature, and yoga-informed counseling to create an integrative approach to your specific needs.
I support clients navigating grief, life transitions, identity exploration, spirituality, and queer and trans experiences.
Are you navigating grief, anxiety, burnout, identity questions, relationship challenges, or a major life transition? Maybe you feel disconnected from yourself or from someone you love, unsure where you belong, or aware that old ways of coping no longer fit. I work with adults and couples seeking a compassionate space to heal, reflect, and reconnect. My practice supports people moving through loss, trauma, marginalization, chronic stress, spiritual questions, body and self-image concerns, and the search for meaning. I offer an inclusive, affirming approach that honors your identities, lived experiences, and path toward healing.
I support clients navigating grief, life transitions, identity exploration, spirituality, and queer and trans experiences.
Are you navigating grief, anxiety, burnout, identity questions, relationship challenges, or a major life transition? Maybe you feel disconnected from yourself or from someone you love, unsure where you belong, or aware that old ways of coping no longer fit. I work with adults and couples seeking a compassionate space to heal, reflect, and reconnect. My practice supports people moving through loss, trauma, marginalization, chronic stress, spiritual questions, body and self-image concerns, and the search for meaning. I offer an inclusive, affirming approach that honors your identities, lived experiences, and path toward healing.
I also focus on—and especially enjoy—working with queer folk, other healers and those in open, poly or non-traditional relationships.
Relational, holistic & embodied therapy: a process to create meaningful change that honors your rhythms & ways of being. I offer an engaged, caring and honest space, where you can slow down and notice what's happening beneath the surface. In the beginning I focus on bringing you to therapy. At the same time, I aim to build a deeper trust between which opens to deeper explorations. This process can untangle the patterns and roots that keep you stuck—not simply to understand yourself better, but to expand awareness, discover new possibilities, and cultivate more choice, vitality, and movement in your life.
I also focus on—and especially enjoy—working with queer folk, other healers and those in open, poly or non-traditional relationships.
Relational, holistic & embodied therapy: a process to create meaningful change that honors your rhythms & ways of being. I offer an engaged, caring and honest space, where you can slow down and notice what's happening beneath the surface. In the beginning I focus on bringing you to therapy. At the same time, I aim to build a deeper trust between which opens to deeper explorations. This process can untangle the patterns and roots that keep you stuck—not simply to understand yourself better, but to expand awareness, discover new possibilities, and cultivate more choice, vitality, and movement in your life.
I work with clients experiencing OCD, phobias, anxiety, PTSD, shame, co-dependence and other relationship challenges, LGBTQ+ issues, people-pleasing behaviors, life transitions, and more.
I specialize in OCD, phobias, anxiety disorders, PTSD, co-occurring OCD & PTSD, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I approach my work with openness and curiosity, seeking to build deeper understanding so we can uncover a path toward greater well-being. You can count on me to be direct but compassionate, and guide our work with confidence.
I work with clients experiencing OCD, phobias, anxiety, PTSD, shame, co-dependence and other relationship challenges, LGBTQ+ issues, people-pleasing behaviors, life transitions, and more.
I specialize in OCD, phobias, anxiety disorders, PTSD, co-occurring OCD & PTSD, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I approach my work with openness and curiosity, seeking to build deeper understanding so we can uncover a path toward greater well-being. You can count on me to be direct but compassionate, and guide our work with confidence.
The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear. -Nelson Mandela. Sometimes we really want growth, change and/or to just feel better, but the fear of change is real. Men, in particular men of color, find seeking help as a sign of weakness. One of the bravest things you could ever do and the rewards are limitless when you face this challenge. If you are up for the challenge, I am ready to assist!
The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear. -Nelson Mandela. Sometimes we really want growth, change and/or to just feel better, but the fear of change is real. Men, in particular men of color, find seeking help as a sign of weakness. One of the bravest things you could ever do and the rewards are limitless when you face this challenge. If you are up for the challenge, I am ready to assist!
Suffering is an aspect of human nature and many have the innate ability to grow through difficult times- my ideal client has a curious soul and values self-development. Folks that work with me understand that I am not here to "fix" or "heal" them, rather walk along side their internal ecosystem while using the therapy relationship to build attunement and relational skills that are necessary for development. Clients that commit to the process of healing during our time together understand that working with me requires willingness to do hard, deep, but gentle work.
Suffering is an aspect of human nature and many have the innate ability to grow through difficult times- my ideal client has a curious soul and values self-development. Folks that work with me understand that I am not here to "fix" or "heal" them, rather walk along side their internal ecosystem while using the therapy relationship to build attunement and relational skills that are necessary for development. Clients that commit to the process of healing during our time together understand that working with me requires willingness to do hard, deep, but gentle work.
As a gay man, I'm all too familiar with masking for social and romantic success.
New clients are exciting as it means world building. We dissect the past and look at the gum stuck to the bottom of your shoe. I specialize in LGBT+ and neurodivergent clients. With each group, I tend to work with the same ethos: Thoughts create feelings, not the other way around. Psychoeducation is key: you need to know why your brain works the way it does.
As a gay man, I'm all too familiar with masking for social and romantic success.
New clients are exciting as it means world building. We dissect the past and look at the gum stuck to the bottom of your shoe. I specialize in LGBT+ and neurodivergent clients. With each group, I tend to work with the same ethos: Thoughts create feelings, not the other way around. Psychoeducation is key: you need to know why your brain works the way it does.
Being human isn't easy.
My name is Ryan. I’m an existential-humanistic psychotherapist, and I help people navigate the deep questions of life with clarity, presence, and compassion. I work with individuals facing depression, anxiety, major life transitions, relationship and family challenges, career struggles, grief, burnout, and
Being human isn't easy.
My name is Ryan. I’m an existential-humanistic psychotherapist, and I help people navigate the deep questions of life with clarity, presence, and compassion. I work with individuals facing depression, anxiety, major life transitions, relationship and family challenges, career struggles, grief, burnout, and
This may include PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, chronic pain, health conditions, relationships, and queer identity/oppression
I am a relational therapist, and believe the therapeutic relationship is a tool for reflection and learning. I use therapeutic approaches such as Narrative Exposure Therapy (for Trauma), mindfulness, and internal family systems (IFS). I will treat your story and healing journey with care. I primarily work with individual adults in the LGBTQIA+ community.
This may include PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, chronic pain, health conditions, relationships, and queer identity/oppression
I am a relational therapist, and believe the therapeutic relationship is a tool for reflection and learning. I use therapeutic approaches such as Narrative Exposure Therapy (for Trauma), mindfulness, and internal family systems (IFS). I will treat your story and healing journey with care. I primarily work with individual adults in the LGBTQIA+ community.
I work closely with LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and chronically ill individuals while welcoming anyone seeking affirming care.
Many folx come to my practice seeking insight and feeling exhausted, unseen, or disconnected from themselves and their community. They may be navigating depression, trauma, addiction recovery, identity exploration, chronic illness, or life transitions. Many also carry the weight of systemic stress, racism, and other forms of oppression. My work centers on culturally responsive, affirming collaboration in which folx can show up fully as themselves, explore their identity, build emotional regulation skills, and reconnect with personal strength, resilience, and community connection. Liberating minds is liberating society, per Ms. Davis
I work closely with LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and chronically ill individuals while welcoming anyone seeking affirming care.
Many folx come to my practice seeking insight and feeling exhausted, unseen, or disconnected from themselves and their community. They may be navigating depression, trauma, addiction recovery, identity exploration, chronic illness, or life transitions. Many also carry the weight of systemic stress, racism, and other forms of oppression. My work centers on culturally responsive, affirming collaboration in which folx can show up fully as themselves, explore their identity, build emotional regulation skills, and reconnect with personal strength, resilience, and community connection. Liberating minds is liberating society, per Ms. Davis
Psychotherapy is aimed to help a person deal with specific issues. Whether it be developing coping skills or enhance interpersonal relationships or manage symptoms I can assist will any of these.
Licensed in: NY, CO, TX, TN, and OR
Psychotherapy is aimed to help a person deal with specific issues. Whether it be developing coping skills or enhance interpersonal relationships or manage symptoms I can assist will any of these.
Licensed in: NY, CO, TX, TN, and OR
I believe that engaging in therapy is a radically courageous act. Exploring and sharing our stories can be terrifying, and doing so may go against the messages you internalized and survival strategies you adopted. Regardless of what brings you in, therapy can help you feel more fulfilled and more richly connected with yourself and others. I know that living in this time and culture can be confusing, painful, and isolating, and believe everyone deserves a space to make sense of it all, to be deeply seen and heard, and to be supported in cultivating a more meaningful and joyful life.
I believe that engaging in therapy is a radically courageous act. Exploring and sharing our stories can be terrifying, and doing so may go against the messages you internalized and survival strategies you adopted. Regardless of what brings you in, therapy can help you feel more fulfilled and more richly connected with yourself and others. I know that living in this time and culture can be confusing, painful, and isolating, and believe everyone deserves a space to make sense of it all, to be deeply seen and heard, and to be supported in cultivating a more meaningful and joyful life.
I specialize in supporting BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and individuals living with disabilities or chronic illness.
As a counselor, I provide a safe and supportive space to explore the concerns you may be carrying. I work from a person-centered lens while incorporating approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based practices. At the core of my work is the therapeutic relationship, which I view as the foundation for meaningful growth and heal.
I specialize in supporting BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and individuals living with disabilities or chronic illness.
As a counselor, I provide a safe and supportive space to explore the concerns you may be carrying. I work from a person-centered lens while incorporating approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based practices. At the core of my work is the therapeutic relationship, which I view as the foundation for meaningful growth and heal.
I am licensed in both Oregon and Washington and specialize in grief and loss, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, and adjusting to new medical diagnoses.
I also have experience providing emotional support animal evaluations and pet loss grief support. In addition, I am a Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction counselor and trained in Animal-Assisted Interventions. I am approved to provide clinical supervision toward licensure in Oregon.
I am licensed in both Oregon and Washington and specialize in grief and loss, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, and adjusting to new medical diagnoses.
I also have experience providing emotional support animal evaluations and pet loss grief support. In addition, I am a Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction counselor and trained in Animal-Assisted Interventions. I am approved to provide clinical supervision toward licensure in Oregon.
We work to create new awareness, new knowledge and new possibilities. You can have an empowered family and a happy state of mind through therapy. I work with individuals and families to build harmony and health in their relationships. I specialize in sex therapy and am an effective life coach. I approach each person and family with attention to mental and physical health, with consideration to relational, social and spiritual influences.
We work to create new awareness, new knowledge and new possibilities. You can have an empowered family and a happy state of mind through therapy. I work with individuals and families to build harmony and health in their relationships. I specialize in sex therapy and am an effective life coach. I approach each person and family with attention to mental and physical health, with consideration to relational, social and spiritual influences.
If you would like support while addressing: current stressors, pains, trauma, struggles, transitions, communication needs, healing from relationships, or identity I can help guide you within your own journey to ease these feelings for you and develop fulfilling coping skills. I am also supportive of incorporating your partner or your family to aid in healing, communication and healthier dynamics. I am client centered and focus on what you would like your journey in therapy to look and feel like. I am attachment theory and trauma focused in my modalities.
If you would like support while addressing: current stressors, pains, trauma, struggles, transitions, communication needs, healing from relationships, or identity I can help guide you within your own journey to ease these feelings for you and develop fulfilling coping skills. I am also supportive of incorporating your partner or your family to aid in healing, communication and healthier dynamics. I am client centered and focus on what you would like your journey in therapy to look and feel like. I am attachment theory and trauma focused in my modalities.
I work in areas of depression/anxiety, addictions, trauma (including religion and culturally-based), gay men's challenges, among other areas.
While I work with a wide range of clients and issues, I have extensive experience treating anxiety/mood disorders, relationship counseling including polyamorous, sex/sexuality, religious and culturally-based trauma. I work extensively with LGBTQ+ community, often exploring spiritual-religious-sexuality conflicts. I see clients in person and via telehealth.
I work in areas of depression/anxiety, addictions, trauma (including religion and culturally-based), gay men's challenges, among other areas.
While I work with a wide range of clients and issues, I have extensive experience treating anxiety/mood disorders, relationship counseling including polyamorous, sex/sexuality, religious and culturally-based trauma. I work extensively with LGBTQ+ community, often exploring spiritual-religious-sexuality conflicts. I see clients in person and via telehealth.
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