LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in West Linn, OR
I’m a queer non-binary Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor I (CADC I), and Clinical Supervisor in Oregon.
I might be a good fit for you if you’d like to talk about gender, being trans, being queer, substance use, coping with interpersonal and/or systemic oppression, the impact of oppression on mental health, community building, autonomy, queer joy and pleasure, trauma, wanting to stop using drugs or alcohol for sex, self-regulation & co-regulation.
I’m a queer non-binary Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor I (CADC I), and Clinical Supervisor in Oregon.
I might be a good fit for you if you’d like to talk about gender, being trans, being queer, substance use, coping with interpersonal and/or systemic oppression, the impact of oppression on mental health, community building, autonomy, queer joy and pleasure, trauma, wanting to stop using drugs or alcohol for sex, self-regulation & co-regulation.
I particularly love to work with my fellow LGBTQIA community members and neurodivergent folks!
I tend to work with people who have tried many different therapies which failed to adequately improve their brain-related challenges or the benefits of such therapies have plateaued. Thus, this means that my clients tend to have fairly complex symptomologies and diagnoses, sometimes they don't even have formal diagnoses due to the unique mix of symptoms. Maybe the client has physical symptoms that their physician cannot explain and says are psychosomatic or due to a history of complex trauma. I also work with children for both neurofeedback, neurobehavioral counseling, (behavioral counseling based on neurobiology), and play therapy.
I particularly love to work with my fellow LGBTQIA community members and neurodivergent folks!
I tend to work with people who have tried many different therapies which failed to adequately improve their brain-related challenges or the benefits of such therapies have plateaued. Thus, this means that my clients tend to have fairly complex symptomologies and diagnoses, sometimes they don't even have formal diagnoses due to the unique mix of symptoms. Maybe the client has physical symptoms that their physician cannot explain and says are psychosomatic or due to a history of complex trauma. I also work with children for both neurofeedback, neurobehavioral counseling, (behavioral counseling based on neurobiology), and play therapy.
You learned to keep the peace, no matter the cost. Now you feel like you're "too much" just for having feelings. You try to anticipate everyone else's needs, but it's somehow never "enough." Meanwhile, you’ve lost touch with what YOU really want. Sometimes you've found yourself in situations that leave you feeling uncomfortable, unsafe, or powerless. Burying your emotions only works for so long before they spill over, leaving you crying over things that seem small. Trauma, anxiety, or OCD might be part of the struggle — old hurts and relentless worries make it even harder to know yourself. You're ready for something better.
You learned to keep the peace, no matter the cost. Now you feel like you're "too much" just for having feelings. You try to anticipate everyone else's needs, but it's somehow never "enough." Meanwhile, you’ve lost touch with what YOU really want. Sometimes you've found yourself in situations that leave you feeling uncomfortable, unsafe, or powerless. Burying your emotions only works for so long before they spill over, leaving you crying over things that seem small. Trauma, anxiety, or OCD might be part of the struggle — old hurts and relentless worries make it even harder to know yourself. You're ready for something better.
I'm non-monogamy, queer, trans, and kink-affirming.
Are you looking for support in your relationship, around sexual concerns, or regarding neurodivergence? I'd love to help! I'm a sex therapist and couples therapist specializing in sexual concerns, Autism, ADHD, and mixed neurotype relationships. I'll help you better understand what barriers are getting in the way of sexual empowerment and pleasure & will give you tangible tools to build a more fulfilling relationship with your sexuality. I'll help you and your partner navigate whatever challenges are coming up in your relationship so you can feel more connected, understood by one another, and happier together.
I'm non-monogamy, queer, trans, and kink-affirming.
Are you looking for support in your relationship, around sexual concerns, or regarding neurodivergence? I'd love to help! I'm a sex therapist and couples therapist specializing in sexual concerns, Autism, ADHD, and mixed neurotype relationships. I'll help you better understand what barriers are getting in the way of sexual empowerment and pleasure & will give you tangible tools to build a more fulfilling relationship with your sexuality. I'll help you and your partner navigate whatever challenges are coming up in your relationship so you can feel more connected, understood by one another, and happier together.
I earned my Master of Clinical Social Work from Rutgers University in 2025 and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Portland State University in 2023. With a background as a Division I basketball player, I bring a unique perspective to my sessions, particularly around the mental health needs of athletes and individuals navigating life transitions.
I earned my Master of Clinical Social Work from Rutgers University in 2025 and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Portland State University in 2023. With a background as a Division I basketball player, I bring a unique perspective to my sessions, particularly around the mental health needs of athletes and individuals navigating life transitions.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I work with ages 5-29. My ideal client would be an LGBTQIA2S+ child, adolescent, or young adult needing support with identity exploration and acceptance. I want to support clients working through depression, anxiety, grief and loss, complex trauma, and gender dysphoria to promote their wellbeing. I use she/they pronouns and am in the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I work with ages 5-29. My ideal client would be an LGBTQIA2S+ child, adolescent, or young adult needing support with identity exploration and acceptance. I want to support clients working through depression, anxiety, grief and loss, complex trauma, and gender dysphoria to promote their wellbeing. I use she/they pronouns and am in the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
If you or your teen/young adult loved-one needs mental health Intensive Outpatient care, and talk therapy has not been the best fit for you, SensoriWorks is a great option. We work with young people transitioning into adulthood to stabilize through evidence-based therapy medication management and assessment. We'll work together to develop a consistent mental, physical and emotional support plan that is really effective to stabilize your current concerns and expand your bandwidth in life. Learn the skills to grow your capacity for joy and play, strive for goals and practice thriving!
If you or your teen/young adult loved-one needs mental health Intensive Outpatient care, and talk therapy has not been the best fit for you, SensoriWorks is a great option. We work with young people transitioning into adulthood to stabilize through evidence-based therapy medication management and assessment. We'll work together to develop a consistent mental, physical and emotional support plan that is really effective to stabilize your current concerns and expand your bandwidth in life. Learn the skills to grow your capacity for joy and play, strive for goals and practice thriving!
Something feels off — and has for a while — and you're worn out from trying to hold it all together. Maybe you're the teenager whose brain won't shut off and who can't figure out why the anger is always right there. Maybe you're the parent lying awake at 2am, wondering where your kid went. Maybe you're the adult who's survived a lot and is finally, grudgingly, starting to think that white-knuckling your way through might not be a permanent strategy. What you all have in common: you're stubborn. You keep going. And somewhere underneath it is a voice telling you it doesn't have to be this way.
Something feels off — and has for a while — and you're worn out from trying to hold it all together. Maybe you're the teenager whose brain won't shut off and who can't figure out why the anger is always right there. Maybe you're the parent lying awake at 2am, wondering where your kid went. Maybe you're the adult who's survived a lot and is finally, grudgingly, starting to think that white-knuckling your way through might not be a permanent strategy. What you all have in common: you're stubborn. You keep going. And somewhere underneath it is a voice telling you it doesn't have to be this way.
We all have moments in our lives when we feel stuck, disconnected, or out of balance. During this time of global uncertainty, reaching out for support is more important than ever. I strive to create an environment where individuals, couples and families feel supported and heard. My passion is working with those who are looking to explore the challenging interaction cycles that get in the way of feeling safe and connected.
We all have moments in our lives when we feel stuck, disconnected, or out of balance. During this time of global uncertainty, reaching out for support is more important than ever. I strive to create an environment where individuals, couples and families feel supported and heard. My passion is working with those who are looking to explore the challenging interaction cycles that get in the way of feeling safe and connected.
I also help clients navigate grief & loss, identity exploration, and LGBTQIA support.
People I work with are often are wanting a supportive space to work through healing interpersonal trauma, shifting negative inner narratives & low self-esteem, the emotional weight of navigating grief or loss, or changing difficult relational patterns. I also help clients learn to manage their anxieties in healthier ways and unburden the parts of themselves that feel stuck in cycles of hurt, neglect and shame. My approach is compassionate and grounded in attachment theory & a systems lens; the systems of all of our relationships as well as the social systems we live in and their impact on us.
I also help clients navigate grief & loss, identity exploration, and LGBTQIA support.
People I work with are often are wanting a supportive space to work through healing interpersonal trauma, shifting negative inner narratives & low self-esteem, the emotional weight of navigating grief or loss, or changing difficult relational patterns. I also help clients learn to manage their anxieties in healthier ways and unburden the parts of themselves that feel stuck in cycles of hurt, neglect and shame. My approach is compassionate and grounded in attachment theory & a systems lens; the systems of all of our relationships as well as the social systems we live in and their impact on us.
I delight in supporting kids, teens, adults, and couples who have overlapping and different identities and experiences from me. I believe that growth and healing happen when you are seen, supported, and cared for no matter how you feel or what is happening in your life. I love listening to you and helping you hear your own wisdom about the challenges you’re facing. Sometimes it’s helpful to hear me reframe the way you’re thinking that may come from being too hard on yourself. I can help you develop confidence in your ability to ride the waves of emotion that can be overwhelming. We can do art or go for walks outside while we work.
I delight in supporting kids, teens, adults, and couples who have overlapping and different identities and experiences from me. I believe that growth and healing happen when you are seen, supported, and cared for no matter how you feel or what is happening in your life. I love listening to you and helping you hear your own wisdom about the challenges you’re facing. Sometimes it’s helpful to hear me reframe the way you’re thinking that may come from being too hard on yourself. I can help you develop confidence in your ability to ride the waves of emotion that can be overwhelming. We can do art or go for walks outside while we work.
I work with adults (18+) and have a particular passion for supporting women and LGBTQ+ clients.
I have over 17 years of experience as a Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns, along with solution-focused and strengths-based approaches that emphasize practical change and building on what’s already working.
I work with adults (18+) and have a particular passion for supporting women and LGBTQ+ clients.
I have over 17 years of experience as a Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns, along with solution-focused and strengths-based approaches that emphasize practical change and building on what’s already working.
My approach to therapy is based on Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). A core idea in ACT is that trying too hard to get rid of or control our emotions tends to backfire. Instead of trying to get rid of unwanted thoughts and feelings (e.g., anxiety & depression), I will help you learn to react differently to them so that you can keep your focus on living a meaningful and fulfilling life based on what’s important to you. We will work together to set meaningful goals to address your concerns–whether they relate to life transitions, depression, anxiety, body image, grief/loss, job or academic stress, or gender & sexuality.
My approach to therapy is based on Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). A core idea in ACT is that trying too hard to get rid of or control our emotions tends to backfire. Instead of trying to get rid of unwanted thoughts and feelings (e.g., anxiety & depression), I will help you learn to react differently to them so that you can keep your focus on living a meaningful and fulfilling life based on what’s important to you. We will work together to set meaningful goals to address your concerns–whether they relate to life transitions, depression, anxiety, body image, grief/loss, job or academic stress, or gender & sexuality.
My work as a therapist is heavily influenced by Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic interventions. I believe that it is through our connection between mind and body, and validation of emotions that healing takes place.
My work as a therapist is heavily influenced by Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic interventions. I believe that it is through our connection between mind and body, and validation of emotions that healing takes place.
Are you ready to make a change in your life? Change can feel scary, difficult, and unpredictable, but you don't have to face it alone. I'm here to support you every step of the way. I enjoy working with individuals, children, teens, couples, and families, meeting each client where they are while helping them feel seen, heard, and understood. I believe everyone is capable of change, and that a trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation for challenging old patterns, fostering growth, and creating lasting change. If you're ready to work together, fill out my inquiry form on my website.
Are you ready to make a change in your life? Change can feel scary, difficult, and unpredictable, but you don't have to face it alone. I'm here to support you every step of the way. I enjoy working with individuals, children, teens, couples, and families, meeting each client where they are while helping them feel seen, heard, and understood. I believe everyone is capable of change, and that a trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation for challenging old patterns, fostering growth, and creating lasting change. If you're ready to work together, fill out my inquiry form on my website.
This could be a general struggle, or it could be related to a specific trait (i.e. too Asian/not Asian enough or too Queer/not Queer enough).
Let's explore your unique identity and come to a better understanding of yourself. We'll help you unconditionally accept and embrace yourself. Our therapeutic relationship can support you in meeting your goals. I hope to accompany your growth and healing as you learn, explore, set goals, and gain skills.
This could be a general struggle, or it could be related to a specific trait (i.e. too Asian/not Asian enough or too Queer/not Queer enough).
Let's explore your unique identity and come to a better understanding of yourself. We'll help you unconditionally accept and embrace yourself. Our therapeutic relationship can support you in meeting your goals. I hope to accompany your growth and healing as you learn, explore, set goals, and gain skills.
Please inquire about sliding scale and Out of Network billing services!
My clients are adults and couples stuck in patterns they can see but can't change, in relationships that keep breaking the same way, or in depression, anxiety, or relational trauma that hasn't resolved despite real effort. You're not looking for coping skills, you're looking for something to actually shift. Together we work to understand what shaped those patterns, including the messages, systems, and relationships that taught you who you're allowed to be. We do that work together, in relationship, because that's where lasting change happens.
Please inquire about sliding scale and Out of Network billing services!
My clients are adults and couples stuck in patterns they can see but can't change, in relationships that keep breaking the same way, or in depression, anxiety, or relational trauma that hasn't resolved despite real effort. You're not looking for coping skills, you're looking for something to actually shift. Together we work to understand what shaped those patterns, including the messages, systems, and relationships that taught you who you're allowed to be. We do that work together, in relationship, because that's where lasting change happens.
Therapy is most effective when it is both compassionate and intellectually rigorous. My approach integrates evidence-based methods with a deep respect for each client’s lived experience, identity, and nervous system. I work collaboratively, helping clients make sense of patterns that have shaped their lives and relationships — and supporting them in developing new, more sustainable ways of relating to themselves and others.
Therapy is most effective when it is both compassionate and intellectually rigorous. My approach integrates evidence-based methods with a deep respect for each client’s lived experience, identity, and nervous system. I work collaboratively, helping clients make sense of patterns that have shaped their lives and relationships — and supporting them in developing new, more sustainable ways of relating to themselves and others.
Is your child struggling and you find yourself worrying about them? Are you having trouble connecting with your child? With so many competing pressures and distractions, it can be hard to find time to build the kinds of relationships we want. We are bombarded with all sorts of information making it difficult to find a direction that feels consistent with our culture and values. I help parents and children build stronger connections so kids have a secure foundation to develop into their full potential. I will walk you through the hard parts while having some fun in the process.
Is your child struggling and you find yourself worrying about them? Are you having trouble connecting with your child? With so many competing pressures and distractions, it can be hard to find time to build the kinds of relationships we want. We are bombarded with all sorts of information making it difficult to find a direction that feels consistent with our culture and values. I help parents and children build stronger connections so kids have a secure foundation to develop into their full potential. I will walk you through the hard parts while having some fun in the process.
Something in you already knows something needs to change. Maybe it's a faith you've outgrown, a family pattern you keep repeating, or a version of yourself that stopped fitting long ago. Or maybe it's quieter — a sense of performing your life rather than living it, a "no" in your body your mind can't explain. That's a real place to start. You don't have to have it figured out to walk through the door.
Something in you already knows something needs to change. Maybe it's a faith you've outgrown, a family pattern you keep repeating, or a version of yourself that stopped fitting long ago. Or maybe it's quieter — a sense of performing your life rather than living it, a "no" in your body your mind can't explain. That's a real place to start. You don't have to have it figured out to walk through the door.
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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.