LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Springfield, OR
As a queer, female therapist I know that life can lend itself to a variety of twists and turns and it can take courage to seek out support.
I also deeply value working with individuals in recognizing the impact that oppressive systems have on us while providing skills and strategies to help folks cope with more ease. I bring humor, lead with curiosity, and show up as my authentic self so that you may feel comfortable and confident as we walk together through your growth.
As a queer, female therapist I know that life can lend itself to a variety of twists and turns and it can take courage to seek out support.
I also deeply value working with individuals in recognizing the impact that oppressive systems have on us while providing skills and strategies to help folks cope with more ease. I bring humor, lead with curiosity, and show up as my authentic self so that you may feel comfortable and confident as we walk together through your growth.
I also specialize in treating anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, workplace challenges, and trauma and in working with LGBT/ Queer/ Trans and Gender Diverse clients, and health/mental health care professionals,
My clinical work is best described as integrative. Built upon a foundation of cultural humility, I draw from interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic approaches. I am an active therapist who works collaboratively with clients to set goals; identify thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that contribute to clients' struggles; identify and practice new ways of dealing with concerns; and assess progress being made.
I also specialize in treating anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, workplace challenges, and trauma and in working with LGBT/ Queer/ Trans and Gender Diverse clients, and health/mental health care professionals,
My clinical work is best described as integrative. Built upon a foundation of cultural humility, I draw from interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic approaches. I am an active therapist who works collaboratively with clients to set goals; identify thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that contribute to clients' struggles; identify and practice new ways of dealing with concerns; and assess progress being made.
Kristen Doecke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a fat liberationist who is invested in uplifting marginalized individuals, specifically fat, queer, BBIPOC, neurodiverse and disabled folks.
Currently Offering Telehealth Only in Oregon and Missouri. Finding an opportunity to heal takes courage and is often a decision made in isolation. I believe everyone deserves access to healing spaces so that we can live a more connected, authentic and resilient life. The wounds we carry often keep us from feeling a sense of meaning, purpose and community. Finding a safe space to heal in the world we live in can feel impossible. My work focuses on creating this space together. It's my goal to help you better understand the systems that stand in the way of your healing and that prevent you from accessing the support you really need.
I am a fat liberationist who is invested in uplifting marginalized individuals, specifically fat, queer, BBIPOC, neurodiverse and disabled folks.
Currently Offering Telehealth Only in Oregon and Missouri. Finding an opportunity to heal takes courage and is often a decision made in isolation. I believe everyone deserves access to healing spaces so that we can live a more connected, authentic and resilient life. The wounds we carry often keep us from feeling a sense of meaning, purpose and community. Finding a safe space to heal in the world we live in can feel impossible. My work focuses on creating this space together. It's my goal to help you better understand the systems that stand in the way of your healing and that prevent you from accessing the support you really need.
As an LGBTQIA-identified therapist, I see it as a privilege to support those in the queer community.
I know that seeking out and beginning one’s therapy journey requires a great deal of courage. The clients I work with generally arrive facing tremendously challenging life events that often leave them feeling overwhelmed, helpless, bereaved, and even broken. My main priority as a clinician is to provide a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel supported and can imagine and realize new possibilities. Your stories, life experiences, strengths and weaknesses, spiritualities, and identities will be witnessed, honored, and respected.
As an LGBTQIA-identified therapist, I see it as a privilege to support those in the queer community.
I know that seeking out and beginning one’s therapy journey requires a great deal of courage. The clients I work with generally arrive facing tremendously challenging life events that often leave them feeling overwhelmed, helpless, bereaved, and even broken. My main priority as a clinician is to provide a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel supported and can imagine and realize new possibilities. Your stories, life experiences, strengths and weaknesses, spiritualities, and identities will be witnessed, honored, and respected.
I am a trans ally and I value all walks of life.
“Daring greatly means having the courage to be vulnerable. It means to show up and be seen. To ask for what you need. To talk about how you’re feeling. To have the hard conversations.” – Brene Brown
I am a trans ally and I value all walks of life.
“Daring greatly means having the courage to be vulnerable. It means to show up and be seen. To ask for what you need. To talk about how you’re feeling. To have the hard conversations.” – Brene Brown
Sarah Catherine Golden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, and am happy to support trans folx with gender affirming care.
I am formally and comprehensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), art therapy and facilitation, and am designated as a Certified Trauma Professional with intensive training in complex trauma/PTSD. I have experience with dual diagnoses of intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and mental health disorders.
I am a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, and am happy to support trans folx with gender affirming care.
I am formally and comprehensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), art therapy and facilitation, and am designated as a Certified Trauma Professional with intensive training in complex trauma/PTSD. I have experience with dual diagnoses of intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and mental health disorders.
I specialize in Trauma, Childhood and Adult Abuse, Grief/Loss, Depression, LGBTQ++ issues, Anxiety/Panic and Co-Parenting and adults and children diagnosed with Autism.
I believe that each person has a unique story that has been their life and that healing begins by telling and understanding those stories. I believe part of my role as a therapist is to walk side by side in collaboration on this journey. I focus on your strengths and help you find and manifest who you are meant to be through your challenges. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment to be able to process experiences and events that may be interfering with life, and learn to problem solve and practice tools to cope when triggers arise in an unbiased place.
I specialize in Trauma, Childhood and Adult Abuse, Grief/Loss, Depression, LGBTQ++ issues, Anxiety/Panic and Co-Parenting and adults and children diagnosed with Autism.
I believe that each person has a unique story that has been their life and that healing begins by telling and understanding those stories. I believe part of my role as a therapist is to walk side by side in collaboration on this journey. I focus on your strengths and help you find and manifest who you are meant to be through your challenges. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment to be able to process experiences and events that may be interfering with life, and learn to problem solve and practice tools to cope when triggers arise in an unbiased place.
Are you in a place where you need to talk about gender identity and/or trans issues?
Clients describe me as connected, grounded, relaxed, and nonjudgmental. I am knowledgeable about and welcome chosen family groups, polyamorous and nonmonogamous folks, in addition to individuals, couples, and "traditional" family. I am well attuned to the needs of trans, gender nonconforming and GLBQ folks and enjoy working with my community.
Are you in a place where you need to talk about gender identity and/or trans issues?
Clients describe me as connected, grounded, relaxed, and nonjudgmental. I am knowledgeable about and welcome chosen family groups, polyamorous and nonmonogamous folks, in addition to individuals, couples, and "traditional" family. I am well attuned to the needs of trans, gender nonconforming and GLBQ folks and enjoy working with my community.
I also honor and celebrate diversity and create a safe and affirming place for people who identify as LGBT, genderqueer or questioning and for people who are non-monogamous.
I provide a holistic, strengths based, and non-pathologizing approach to wellness. I am a compassionate listener and active participant in helping people realize self-compassion and acceptance so they can heal past wounds and make changes in their lives that allow them to fully realize who they are at their core. Through use of sensorimotor/somatic therapy, EMDR and IFS (you can read more about these on my website), I help people learn to listen to their bodies and their internal wisdom so they can make choices that are in line with their values and hold themselves with more confidence and ease.
I also honor and celebrate diversity and create a safe and affirming place for people who identify as LGBT, genderqueer or questioning and for people who are non-monogamous.
I provide a holistic, strengths based, and non-pathologizing approach to wellness. I am a compassionate listener and active participant in helping people realize self-compassion and acceptance so they can heal past wounds and make changes in their lives that allow them to fully realize who they are at their core. Through use of sensorimotor/somatic therapy, EMDR and IFS (you can read more about these on my website), I help people learn to listen to their bodies and their internal wisdom so they can make choices that are in line with their values and hold themselves with more confidence and ease.
I specialize in working with college students, women, and the LGBTQ population to reduce anxiety, improve relationships, and foster personal growth.
My approach to therapy is backed by research. I narrative, internal family systems, and somatic therapy techniques to provide change that lasts long after we finish working together. I pride myself in identifying the patterns underlying the problems you are seeking therapy to resolve and asking change-provoking questions.
I specialize in working with college students, women, and the LGBTQ population to reduce anxiety, improve relationships, and foster personal growth.
My approach to therapy is backed by research. I narrative, internal family systems, and somatic therapy techniques to provide change that lasts long after we finish working together. I pride myself in identifying the patterns underlying the problems you are seeking therapy to resolve and asking change-provoking questions.
Bridges Community Health
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCSW, PMHNP, DNP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
We have clinicians who specialize in grief, trauma, individual enrichment, goal setting, family issues, LGBTQ, EMDR, parenting approaches, couples therapy, problem solving, identifying thinking errors, cognitive behavioral therapy, promoting insight and improving communication.
Bridges Community Health is a growing therapy and prescribing collective serving Lane County, Eugene/Springfield and Cottage Grove. We provide therapy and medication management services. We are here to help you set and meet your goals. We provide individual, family, teen, play and couple's therapy. We currently have a wait list but work hard to be available to you and to set your initial appointment in a timely manner. We offer both in person and teletherapy sessions. We understand the stressors you are facing today and want to help you succeed in making positive and lasting change.
We have clinicians who specialize in grief, trauma, individual enrichment, goal setting, family issues, LGBTQ, EMDR, parenting approaches, couples therapy, problem solving, identifying thinking errors, cognitive behavioral therapy, promoting insight and improving communication.
Bridges Community Health is a growing therapy and prescribing collective serving Lane County, Eugene/Springfield and Cottage Grove. We provide therapy and medication management services. We are here to help you set and meet your goals. We provide individual, family, teen, play and couple's therapy. We currently have a wait list but work hard to be available to you and to set your initial appointment in a timely manner. We offer both in person and teletherapy sessions. We understand the stressors you are facing today and want to help you succeed in making positive and lasting change.
Meet Our LGBTQ+ Therapists
CURRENtLY ACCePTINg NEW PaTIEnTS! Welcome to Eugene's 1st Ketamine Clinic and Oregon's most affordable in-office Ketamine Clinic. Start Ketamine treatment for as low as $150. Our focus for treatment includes psychiatric conditions such as Depression, PTSD and Anxiety. We provide an enhanced client experience where you can track your outcome like you'd track your fitness from your phone.
CURRENtLY ACCePTINg NEW PaTIEnTS! Welcome to Eugene's 1st Ketamine Clinic and Oregon's most affordable in-office Ketamine Clinic. Start Ketamine treatment for as low as $150. Our focus for treatment includes psychiatric conditions such as Depression, PTSD and Anxiety. We provide an enhanced client experience where you can track your outcome like you'd track your fitness from your phone.
Dusty Destler
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC, BC-TMH, NCC
Verified Verified
Springfield, OR 97475
Waitlist for new clients
Whatever your reason for seeking counseling, my aim is to join you so you're not alone. I can help with immediate pressing needs, highlight strengths and areas for growth, and collaborate on goals until they are achieved. What kind of therapeutic space do you prefer? I can hold the gentle, provide a light push, or be direct. We can move through your current issue together and learn how to boost your awareness, confidence, and skills. Let's team up and help you grow and thrive beyond counseling. I currently have limited availability, but please feel free to inquire. I'm glad to meet with you for a free consult.
Whatever your reason for seeking counseling, my aim is to join you so you're not alone. I can help with immediate pressing needs, highlight strengths and areas for growth, and collaborate on goals until they are achieved. What kind of therapeutic space do you prefer? I can hold the gentle, provide a light push, or be direct. We can move through your current issue together and learn how to boost your awareness, confidence, and skills. Let's team up and help you grow and thrive beyond counseling. I currently have limited availability, but please feel free to inquire. I'm glad to meet with you for a free consult.
Dawnne Howard Professional Counselor Associate
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My approach includes understanding that trust and rapport is important to foster a therapeutic relationship that can help facilitate the change you want to see in your life. The belief that each person is uniquely made from their specific experiences drives my passion to connect and tailor treatment to each person’s individual needs. Treatment with me includes helping you reach your goals by helping you develop the tools and skills needed to grow in confidence as you become the person you want to be. I enjoy working on topics that include but are not limited to building self-esteem and self-worth, learning to manage strong emotions.
My approach includes understanding that trust and rapport is important to foster a therapeutic relationship that can help facilitate the change you want to see in your life. The belief that each person is uniquely made from their specific experiences drives my passion to connect and tailor treatment to each person’s individual needs. Treatment with me includes helping you reach your goals by helping you develop the tools and skills needed to grow in confidence as you become the person you want to be. I enjoy working on topics that include but are not limited to building self-esteem and self-worth, learning to manage strong emotions.
Now accepting PacificSource (Oregon): You are super kind and nice, except inside, you want more. You anticipate everyone's needs and everyone around you feels taken care of by you. Yet, when no one is looking, you feel frazzled and a little resentful. Others are happy while you feel guilty for setting limits. So you don't. Expressing your needs and desires, creating space for yourself feels selfish. Planting flowers? No creative energy. You keep giving because it's just a little thing to do for them and won't take but a minute. Asking for help, or taking time for your desires, makes you feel guilty, or even embarrassed.
Now accepting PacificSource (Oregon): You are super kind and nice, except inside, you want more. You anticipate everyone's needs and everyone around you feels taken care of by you. Yet, when no one is looking, you feel frazzled and a little resentful. Others are happy while you feel guilty for setting limits. So you don't. Expressing your needs and desires, creating space for yourself feels selfish. Planting flowers? No creative energy. You keep giving because it's just a little thing to do for them and won't take but a minute. Asking for help, or taking time for your desires, makes you feel guilty, or even embarrassed.
Selah Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Springfield, OR 97477
Are you or a loved seeking mental health support & healing and in need of an advocate to reach your goals for personal growth? Selah Counseling & Wellness provides child, teen, adult and couples/family therapy as well as acupuncture to create a space for holistic healing.
Our clinicians are experienced in treating a wide variety of mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, life transitions, relational conflict, ADHD, boundaries/assertiveness, etc. We are an outpatient level of care with no crisis services, we refer out active suicidal intent, psychosis and substance abuse as the primary concerns.
Are you or a loved seeking mental health support & healing and in need of an advocate to reach your goals for personal growth? Selah Counseling & Wellness provides child, teen, adult and couples/family therapy as well as acupuncture to create a space for holistic healing.
Our clinicians are experienced in treating a wide variety of mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, life transitions, relational conflict, ADHD, boundaries/assertiveness, etc. We are an outpatient level of care with no crisis services, we refer out active suicidal intent, psychosis and substance abuse as the primary concerns.
Summit Wellness Counseling, LLC(Aaron Porter, LPC)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, QMHP, MS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Currently the waitlist is closed. Please check back in 30-90 days. Are you longing for relief from stress, anxiety, and emotions following hardships? I help anxious and overwhelmed people feel relief, contentment, and make lasting changes in their lives and relationships. People I work with have often done their best to manage difficult cycles of emotions that they feel inside, and experience in their relationships. Despite their best efforts, they can’t help but notice that stress follows them into many areas of their lives. I help my clients access inner and outer resources they need to heal, grow, and accomplish their goals.
Currently the waitlist is closed. Please check back in 30-90 days. Are you longing for relief from stress, anxiety, and emotions following hardships? I help anxious and overwhelmed people feel relief, contentment, and make lasting changes in their lives and relationships. People I work with have often done their best to manage difficult cycles of emotions that they feel inside, and experience in their relationships. Despite their best efforts, they can’t help but notice that stress follows them into many areas of their lives. I help my clients access inner and outer resources they need to heal, grow, and accomplish their goals.
Flourish Mental Health LLC (Ashlee Brisentine)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, OR 97477
Waitlist for new clients
The people I work with have made attempts to improve their lives, but still feel stuck. They may be overwhelmed by anxiety, relationship challenges, past trauma/painful experiences, or life's ongoing stress. They want to feel connected to themselves and others, outside of the impacts of persistent challenges. I help clients understand the intention of their symptoms/concerns as attempts to solve present or past problems rather than personal deficits. I support clients' identification of new coping skills, mindsets, and frameworks that help them exist in the world in a more authentic and rewarding way.
The people I work with have made attempts to improve their lives, but still feel stuck. They may be overwhelmed by anxiety, relationship challenges, past trauma/painful experiences, or life's ongoing stress. They want to feel connected to themselves and others, outside of the impacts of persistent challenges. I help clients understand the intention of their symptoms/concerns as attempts to solve present or past problems rather than personal deficits. I support clients' identification of new coping skills, mindsets, and frameworks that help them exist in the world in a more authentic and rewarding way.
Leah Chance
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, OR 97477
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about human beings and an avid advocate for mental health. I believe each person has a unique and important story that they bring to therapy and I strive to create space for each client to share, connect, and grow. There is great strength and vulnerability in seeking help and I consider it a privilege to assist others in their journey through therapy. When working with clients, I use an eclectic approach in practice in order to best fit the client's needs. I view counseling as a collaborative effort in helping clients to recognize strengths, identify needs, understand conflicts and discover new options.
I am passionate about human beings and an avid advocate for mental health. I believe each person has a unique and important story that they bring to therapy and I strive to create space for each client to share, connect, and grow. There is great strength and vulnerability in seeking help and I consider it a privilege to assist others in their journey through therapy. When working with clients, I use an eclectic approach in practice in order to best fit the client's needs. I view counseling as a collaborative effort in helping clients to recognize strengths, identify needs, understand conflicts and discover new options.
Helloship, LLC (Marie Duff)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You’re doing your best given your circumstances, awareness, & resources. Growth, and a fulfilling, meaningful life is possible when the conditions work for your unique needs. If you have ADHD/Autism, relationship, medical, or identity issues, anxiety, depression, or trauma, you may want your life back- or to feel "normal” for once. From the heavy depths of despair to the bubbly heights of playfulness, what makes life absurd, beautiful, & tragic will be acknowledged, not ignored. “Weird” celebrated, not shamed. I’ll help you embrace the unknown, adapt to change, & move forward.
You’re doing your best given your circumstances, awareness, & resources. Growth, and a fulfilling, meaningful life is possible when the conditions work for your unique needs. If you have ADHD/Autism, relationship, medical, or identity issues, anxiety, depression, or trauma, you may want your life back- or to feel "normal” for once. From the heavy depths of despair to the bubbly heights of playfulness, what makes life absurd, beautiful, & tragic will be acknowledged, not ignored. “Weird” celebrated, not shamed. I’ll help you embrace the unknown, adapt to change, & move forward.
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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.