LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Glenside, PA
I have been working as a therapist trained in supporting folx identifying as LGBTQIA+ as well as trans and gender variant, and have had the honor of supporting teens and adults during their gender exploration and transition.
I have exensive training and experience in this area, including training from the CHOP Gender Clinic and through the Mazzoni Center in Philadelphia.
Seeking therapeutic support can be a frightening and stressful experience and I seek to be a grounding support person who can provide the feedback and tools necessary to survive and thrive during this process.
I have been working as a therapist trained in supporting folx identifying as LGBTQIA+ as well as trans and gender variant, and have had the honor of supporting teens and adults during their gender exploration and transition.
I have exensive training and experience in this area, including training from the CHOP Gender Clinic and through the Mazzoni Center in Philadelphia.
Seeking therapeutic support can be a frightening and stressful experience and I seek to be a grounding support person who can provide the feedback and tools necessary to survive and thrive during this process.
Having worked most recently with members of the LGBTQ community, I understand how important it is to have the acceptance and support of someone in a non-judgmental space in order to grow.
I believe that working through past trauma is an integral part of attaining positive change, and through utilizing the Sanctuary Model and Mindfulness approach, I will provide a safe space to do so.
Having worked most recently with members of the LGBTQ community, I understand how important it is to have the acceptance and support of someone in a non-judgmental space in order to grow.
I believe that working through past trauma is an integral part of attaining positive change, and through utilizing the Sanctuary Model and Mindfulness approach, I will provide a safe space to do so.
I have been a psychotherapist for more than 20 years, and during this time have worked primarily with LGBTQ+ individuals and couples.
My goal is for each person I work with to feel seen and accepted as they are, and over time to be able to view themselves through a compassionate lens that acknowledges both strengths and challenges. I approach therapy as both a learning and a healing experience. I work to help people identify and understand their values, beliefs, and behavioral and relational patterns, so that they can assess whether these continue to be a good fit for them.
I have been a psychotherapist for more than 20 years, and during this time have worked primarily with LGBTQ+ individuals and couples.
My goal is for each person I work with to feel seen and accepted as they are, and over time to be able to view themselves through a compassionate lens that acknowledges both strengths and challenges. I approach therapy as both a learning and a healing experience. I work to help people identify and understand their values, beliefs, and behavioral and relational patterns, so that they can assess whether these continue to be a good fit for them.
I will listen carefully to your description of what is causing you the most stress and we will arrive at a plan together for how to help you. I am well trained in multiple theories and methods for helping people to feel better and act in ways that they prefer to act. I am respectful and empathetic and one of my primary goals is help you to feel hope that you will get through even the hardest experiences. I have seen how much a good therapeutic relationship can help to restore that hope and to expand your options for coping and for changing.
I will listen carefully to your description of what is causing you the most stress and we will arrive at a plan together for how to help you. I am well trained in multiple theories and methods for helping people to feel better and act in ways that they prefer to act. I am respectful and empathetic and one of my primary goals is help you to feel hope that you will get through even the hardest experiences. I have seen how much a good therapeutic relationship can help to restore that hope and to expand your options for coping and for changing.
Connections are important, especially when it comes to your therapist. Whether this is your first time working with a therapist or you've been trying to find a therapist you connect with, you're already half way there! Sometimes talking to friends or family members just isn't enough, especially if the closest people in your life are the hardest to get along with/primary cause of your stress. Or perhaps you're not sure why you're stressed, anxious, depressed, having communication difficulties and need someone to help you untangle some things. What's for certain, is that unless you try something new, things will stay the same.
Connections are important, especially when it comes to your therapist. Whether this is your first time working with a therapist or you've been trying to find a therapist you connect with, you're already half way there! Sometimes talking to friends or family members just isn't enough, especially if the closest people in your life are the hardest to get along with/primary cause of your stress. Or perhaps you're not sure why you're stressed, anxious, depressed, having communication difficulties and need someone to help you untangle some things. What's for certain, is that unless you try something new, things will stay the same.
I am gender-affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, and recognize the significance of race/culture.
I meet you where you are with a range of psychological approaches and tools to help you increase awareness, identify relational patterns, build coping strategies, and feel empowered to live authentically. I am informed by humanistic and liberation-based approaches to therapy.
I am gender-affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, and recognize the significance of race/culture.
I meet you where you are with a range of psychological approaches and tools to help you increase awareness, identify relational patterns, build coping strategies, and feel empowered to live authentically. I am informed by humanistic and liberation-based approaches to therapy.
I am competent to work with you on
Spiritual Awakening,
The Immigrant Experience,
LGBTQ,
Despair,
Mindfulness,
Body Awareness,
I have personally experienced grief or what is sometimes called "the dark night of the soul." This seemingly dark experience could provides a great opportunity for transformation if the appropriate work is done. I know how to lead you from darkness into the light.
I am also very experienced with life transitions. I will guide you to gracefully move from one life state to another.
I am trained to work with couples and families and I lead groups as well.
I am competent to work with you on
Spiritual Awakening,
The Immigrant Experience,
LGBTQ,
Despair,
Mindfulness,
Body Awareness,
I have personally experienced grief or what is sometimes called "the dark night of the soul." This seemingly dark experience could provides a great opportunity for transformation if the appropriate work is done. I know how to lead you from darkness into the light.
I am also very experienced with life transitions. I will guide you to gracefully move from one life state to another.
I am trained to work with couples and families and I lead groups as well.
Hi! I'm Julia. I specialize and am certified in perinatal mental health. I work with clients through the unpredictability of trying to start a family, including adoption and fertility issues. I support families who are facing the pain of pregnancy loss, termination for medical reasons (TFMR) or dealing with the aftermath of birth trauma. I treat perinatal mood and anxiety disorders that arise during pregnancy and/or the postpartum period. I provide a skilled perspective to help clients learn how to ride the waves of this delicate and vulnerable time.
Hi! I'm Julia. I specialize and am certified in perinatal mental health. I work with clients through the unpredictability of trying to start a family, including adoption and fertility issues. I support families who are facing the pain of pregnancy loss, termination for medical reasons (TFMR) or dealing with the aftermath of birth trauma. I treat perinatal mood and anxiety disorders that arise during pregnancy and/or the postpartum period. I provide a skilled perspective to help clients learn how to ride the waves of this delicate and vulnerable time.
Kindred Art Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Glenside, PA 19038
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes it feels like anxiety is so overwhelming that it fills whatever space we give it--getting in the way of the things we want to do in life and affecting what we think we are capable of. If you feel like you are quietly suffering in the back seat when you'd rather be driving, there is hope. If you notice your child's true vibrant and independent nature paling when faced with scary new experiences, change, or social situations, we can work through this as a team. I believe change is possible through developing a meaningful relationship and emotional outlet, learning about the process and patterns of anxiety, and practice.
Sometimes it feels like anxiety is so overwhelming that it fills whatever space we give it--getting in the way of the things we want to do in life and affecting what we think we are capable of. If you feel like you are quietly suffering in the back seat when you'd rather be driving, there is hope. If you notice your child's true vibrant and independent nature paling when faced with scary new experiences, change, or social situations, we can work through this as a team. I believe change is possible through developing a meaningful relationship and emotional outlet, learning about the process and patterns of anxiety, and practice.
I believe that a holistic approach to mental health is the most lasting way to approach therapy. I enjoy working with individuals to explore their feelings to come to a place of acceptance and self-compassion. My areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and trauma. I am passionate about educating people about “small t trauma” and “big T trauma,” because so often individuals don’t even recognize traumatic experiences as significant because “they could have had it worse.” "Little t traumas" are experiences that leave someone feeling hopeless.
I believe that a holistic approach to mental health is the most lasting way to approach therapy. I enjoy working with individuals to explore their feelings to come to a place of acceptance and self-compassion. My areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and trauma. I am passionate about educating people about “small t trauma” and “big T trauma,” because so often individuals don’t even recognize traumatic experiences as significant because “they could have had it worse.” "Little t traumas" are experiences that leave someone feeling hopeless.
The counseling relationship thrives when you are able to be open, knowing that your vulnerable stories will be received with empathy and acceptance. Whatever struggles you feel now or whatever barrier is impeding your goals, whether it be depression, anxiety, sexuality or unresolved trauma, the safety of a comfortable counseling relationship is the first step to begin healing. I believe everyone has the ability to develop resilience and function in this world as their true self, despite any pain or fear previously blocking your path. My goal is to help you live confidently as your true self, even if that means embracing the quirks.
The counseling relationship thrives when you are able to be open, knowing that your vulnerable stories will be received with empathy and acceptance. Whatever struggles you feel now or whatever barrier is impeding your goals, whether it be depression, anxiety, sexuality or unresolved trauma, the safety of a comfortable counseling relationship is the first step to begin healing. I believe everyone has the ability to develop resilience and function in this world as their true self, despite any pain or fear previously blocking your path. My goal is to help you live confidently as your true self, even if that means embracing the quirks.
Are you experiencing life transitions that cause you to wonder if you are living an authentic life? New empty nester wondering "Is this all there is?" or "Who am I now"?Are you experiencing relationship challenges that make you question whether you have lost your identity? Have you given your all to everyone EXCEPT yourself?
Are you experiencing life transitions that cause you to wonder if you are living an authentic life? New empty nester wondering "Is this all there is?" or "Who am I now"?Are you experiencing relationship challenges that make you question whether you have lost your identity? Have you given your all to everyone EXCEPT yourself?
I work with adult clients experiencing challenges related to trauma, shame, depression, anxiety, neurodiversity/ADHD, LGBTQ issues, and relational/inter-personal concerns.
I'm a compassionate and gentle counselor who will support you as you navigate your relationship with parts of yourself that have been burdened by trauma, fear, shame, sadness, loss, feelings of inadequacy, or other wounding experiences. Working together, we get to know these parts of you and help relieve them of their burdens so that they can find greater peace and joy. I create a safe and spacious environment to explore these vulnerable places with curiosity and compassion at whatever pace feels right.
I work with adult clients experiencing challenges related to trauma, shame, depression, anxiety, neurodiversity/ADHD, LGBTQ issues, and relational/inter-personal concerns.
I'm a compassionate and gentle counselor who will support you as you navigate your relationship with parts of yourself that have been burdened by trauma, fear, shame, sadness, loss, feelings of inadequacy, or other wounding experiences. Working together, we get to know these parts of you and help relieve them of their burdens so that they can find greater peace and joy. I create a safe and spacious environment to explore these vulnerable places with curiosity and compassion at whatever pace feels right.
Insomnia's a jerk. Let's kick it out of your bed! I enjoy helping others overcome sleep disturbance, bothersome anxiety and adjusting to the challenges of parenthood. Whether you prefer to focus on your present situation or want to take it back, I apply various solution-focused modalities to help reach your goals.
Insomnia's a jerk. Let's kick it out of your bed! I enjoy helping others overcome sleep disturbance, bothersome anxiety and adjusting to the challenges of parenthood. Whether you prefer to focus on your present situation or want to take it back, I apply various solution-focused modalities to help reach your goals.
My clients describe me as warm, engaging, thoughtful and funny, but also as direct, challenging, and focused; seeking out the hard and stuck places in their approach to living and loving. I don't try to convince my clients that life is easy or carefree, but I do believe a lot of contentment with life and acceptance of the self can be found when we face and come to terms with our truths. Unlike many folks offering therapy services, I have engaged in extensive education and training, in analytically informed psychotherapy, which I belief enriches and deepens the work.
My clients describe me as warm, engaging, thoughtful and funny, but also as direct, challenging, and focused; seeking out the hard and stuck places in their approach to living and loving. I don't try to convince my clients that life is easy or carefree, but I do believe a lot of contentment with life and acceptance of the self can be found when we face and come to terms with our truths. Unlike many folks offering therapy services, I have engaged in extensive education and training, in analytically informed psychotherapy, which I belief enriches and deepens the work.
I support the LGBTQ community; trans in particular.
Fertility issues can be so lonely, whether it's struggling to conceive, having miscarriages, or having to terminate for medical reasons. Everyone around you seems to get (and stay!) pregnant whenever they want, and if one more person tells you to "just relax and it will happen" you may lose it. Thinking about how to get pregnant takes over everything, your entire identity, and you don't even feel like yourself anymore. Focusing at work, seeing friends, and sex for fun feel impossible. And if you struggled with your mental health before infertility, anxiety and depression are probably off the charts right about now.
I support the LGBTQ community; trans in particular.
Fertility issues can be so lonely, whether it's struggling to conceive, having miscarriages, or having to terminate for medical reasons. Everyone around you seems to get (and stay!) pregnant whenever they want, and if one more person tells you to "just relax and it will happen" you may lose it. Thinking about how to get pregnant takes over everything, your entire identity, and you don't even feel like yourself anymore. Focusing at work, seeing friends, and sex for fun feel impossible. And if you struggled with your mental health before infertility, anxiety and depression are probably off the charts right about now.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Trauma Specialist who believes that healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and safe. I integrate evidence-based practices like EMDR, TF-CBT, and family systems work to help clients process trauma, build emotional resilience, and reconnect with themselves. I specialize in helping families experiencing chronic conflict—especially those with adolescents or navigating co-parenting challenges—find more stability and emotional safety.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Trauma Specialist who believes that healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and safe. I integrate evidence-based practices like EMDR, TF-CBT, and family systems work to help clients process trauma, build emotional resilience, and reconnect with themselves. I specialize in helping families experiencing chronic conflict—especially those with adolescents or navigating co-parenting challenges—find more stability and emotional safety.
Change is inevitable. So what happens when the consequences of the change are so negative they severely impact our lives? We sometimes feel stuck, unsure of what direction to proceed. In my practice, WalkinTalkinTherapy, I provide an avenue to address these changes by combining the simplicity of walking outdoors with talk therapy. Advocates of the combined approach say that being active during the session helps patients relax and open up - scientists have long known that a workout can temporarily boost serotonin levels and improve mood, the latest research shows that exercise can have a deeper and more lasting effect.
Change is inevitable. So what happens when the consequences of the change are so negative they severely impact our lives? We sometimes feel stuck, unsure of what direction to proceed. In my practice, WalkinTalkinTherapy, I provide an avenue to address these changes by combining the simplicity of walking outdoors with talk therapy. Advocates of the combined approach say that being active during the session helps patients relax and open up - scientists have long known that a workout can temporarily boost serotonin levels and improve mood, the latest research shows that exercise can have a deeper and more lasting effect.
Imagine a space where you can express yourself in many different forms as you feel most comfortable; where you can try out new ways of being in your life and in your relationships. I strive to provide a space like this; where your thoughts, feelings and most tender parts can be revealed, nurtured, heard and seen. I enjoy the limitless diversity of brain chemistries, ethnicities, sexualities and gender expressions that exist among us. I also appreciate the diversity of life experience that each of us holds, and believe that there is wisdom and expertise within each of us to enable healing, but we don't always know how to access it.
Imagine a space where you can express yourself in many different forms as you feel most comfortable; where you can try out new ways of being in your life and in your relationships. I strive to provide a space like this; where your thoughts, feelings and most tender parts can be revealed, nurtured, heard and seen. I enjoy the limitless diversity of brain chemistries, ethnicities, sexualities and gender expressions that exist among us. I also appreciate the diversity of life experience that each of us holds, and believe that there is wisdom and expertise within each of us to enable healing, but we don't always know how to access it.
Emending
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCC, LPC, MHt
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you ready to embark on a journey of deep healing and transformation? I am currently offering intensive EMDR/Brainspotting sessions, ranging from 3 to 6 hours per day, designed to provide profound breakthroughs in a shorter timeframe. These sessions are an investment in your well-being, offered as an out-of-pocket expense.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of deep healing and transformation? I am currently offering intensive EMDR/Brainspotting sessions, ranging from 3 to 6 hours per day, designed to provide profound breakthroughs in a shorter timeframe. These sessions are an investment in your well-being, offered as an out-of-pocket expense.
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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.