LGBTQ+ Therapists in Newtown, PA
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Shannon L. Hays
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MPH, CEDS, CAADC, CCTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults wishing to overcome array of challenges. My main specializations are ADHD, Trauma/PTSD, Grief, Chronic health issues, eating disorders, addictions and working with the
LGBTQIA
+ plus community. I also specialize in working with anxiety, OCD and related disorders. I also provide executive functioning coaching, career coaching and love working with people in life transition and healing from burnout. I have a Master of Arts in Professional Clinical Counseling from LaSalle University and a Master of Public Health from Capella U.
Bucks LGBTQ Center
PhD
Verified
Verified
Groups include: Therapy Group for
LGBTQ
+ Middle Schoolers;
LGBTQ
+ Teen & Young Adult Group; Adult
Transgender
Therapy Group;
LGBTQ
+ College Student & Emerging Adult Group; and
LGBTQ
+ Addiction Recovery Group.
The Bucks
LGBTQ
Center offers individual, couples, family and group counseling services to members of the
LGBTQ
+ community and their loved ones, including a specialization in working with
transgender
and gender expansive clients. We follow WPATH standards of care when providing documentation to support transition as needed.
Waitlist for new clients
Carey Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Areas of professional interest and focus include working with young adults around identity and career development, working with the
LGBTQIA
population, anxiety, stress and navigating life transitions.
Are you seeking professional and non-judgmental guidance in navigating life's stressors, managing life transitions, coping with anxiety or depression, addressing relationship issues, or simply searching for space to explore and learn about yourself? If so, I am here to walk with you on your journey. With over a decade of experience, I use therapeutic approaches tailored to meet the individual needs of each client - along with an approachable demeanor, humor, and an interactive communication style. I believe in creating warm, safe spaces in which my clients can begin the work of healing and becoming their most authentic selves.
Bucks LGBTQ Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MPH, CAADC, CEDS, CCTp
Verified
Verified
Located in Newtown & Buckingham PA, Bucks
LGBTQ
Center is an affirming, safe space for members of the
LGBTQ
+ community and their families. We provide Masters and Doctoral level clinical support, professional educational trainings, and community events.
David Kensler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I quickly work with my clients to help them develop skills to cope with life challenges, including depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma,
LGBTQ
issues, substance use, grief & loss, and life transitions. I work with clients both short and long-term, depending on each client's needs and interest.
Giannina Cipolloni
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CMPC
Verified
Verified
My approach to therapy begins with meeting the individual where they are in their lives and creating a safe, non-judgmental space to work on identifying strengths and challenges. I have worked with a diverse group of individuals with a variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, relationship and family struggles, stress management, substance abuse, and issues relating to the
LGBTQIA
+ spectrum. As a former Division I & professional athlete, I have a special interest in working with competitive athletes. I incorporate strengths-based, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, CBT, & ACT therapeutic models within my practice.
Bucks Support Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MS, CAADC
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
Bucks
LGBTQ
Center offers individual, couples, family and group services to members of the
LGBTQ
+ community; Bucks ESC incorporates exercise, mindfulness and experiential work while supporting healthier body image and nutrition counseling from an intuitive eating approach; Bucks Recovery Center works with and values all paths to recovery from addiction.
Bucks Support Services, located in Newtown dn Buckingham, PA, is comprised of three speciality branches; Bucks Eating Support Collaborative, Bucks
LGBTQ
Center and Bucks Recovery Center. In addition to those speciality areas, we treat a wide array of psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, family/support system and relationship issues, adjustment disorders, and disorders of childhood, among others.
Bucks Eating Support Collaborative
PsyD, CEDS
Verified
Verified
Directors Heidi Dalzell, PsyD, Clinical Psychologist & Certified Eating Disorder Specialist CEDS & Stacy K Hunt, PhD, Clinical & Sport Psychologist, founded Bucks Eating Support Collaborative along with Leah Frazee, RD LDN. The aim was to provide comprehensive and quality care for patients of all ages and genders dealing with disordered eating. With two Bucks locations, Bucks ESC provides individual therapy, nutrition and group sessions as well as a more intensive afternoon program for teens & young adults. Our group also offers trauma support,
LGBTQ
support, co-occurring Dx, ARFID, & PANS/PANDAS related eating disturbances.
John Golden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
My practice is
LGBTQ
+ affirming and welcoming.
Life is a journey that can be both deeply beautiful and profoundly challenging. Along the way, we all go through rough patches. Anxiety, despair and self-doubt can leave us feeling lost and afraid. Though these experiences may frighten us, they also offer us opportunities for healing and growth if we have the courage to listen to them and learn from them. I am a warm and caring psychotherapist who will provide an atmosphere of safety, compassion, and non-judgmental support as you engage in this process.
Kaitlyn Vanderlaan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT-200
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
I provide
LGBTQ
+ affirming care and practice from a HAES and Intuitive Eating lens.
Beginning therapy can be scary, and I will assist you in finding what kind of support will be most helpful for you or your family member. I strive to build a trusting relationship with every individual I work with that helps facilitate growth and change. Everyone experiences difficulties throughout their life and we will work together to identify your strengths, heal emotional wounds, and develop effective coping strategies. I work with pre-teens, teens, and adults experiencing eating disorders, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, anxiety, life transitions, grief, gender dysphoria, & other mental health concerns.
Waitlist for new clients
Christyne M Ford
MS, NCC, CCTP-II
I believe everyone has the strengths within themselves to lead a meaningful life and every situation can be a learning experience. If you are struggling to find the joy and happiness that is missing from each day, don't hesitate, call me today. My clients include but are not limited to those in the
LGBTQIA
communities and those who are survivors of traumatic life events.
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Darby Pistilli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you looking for someone who fosters a safe space while you embark on your healing journey? Taking the step towards healing is not an easy decision to make, and I am so glad you are taking it. I specialize in working alongside with those who struggle with eating disorders, trauma, and addiction. My practice is
LGBTQ
+ affirming.
Kimberly Hoff
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I aim to provide an
LGBTQ
+ affirming and welcoming environment & guide individuals to build a healthy relationship with both their mind and body.
I specialize in working with all different age groups, teens, young adults & adults who may be struggling with eating disorders, trauma, sexual/gender identity, depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal ideation, substance abuse & many other mental health concerns. I've worked in a residential treatment facility, group homes, and IOP/PHP programs. I realize one single therapeutic approach does not fit every clients needs, which is why I rely on an eclectic model of Eye Movement Densenitization & Reprocessing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. I am seeing clients in person in PA and virtually in NJ.
Heidi Dalzell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
My practice is
LGBTQ
+ affirming.
Are you ready to feel more serene, peaceful, and connected? My clients are already on their healing path, seeking support to reach their full potentials. My clients are insightful, motivated and ready to create a new life narrative. The greatest gift that I can give to my clients is the ability to recognize their strengths and use these to move forward. We will work together in an atmosphere of acceptance and kindness to support your growth.
Mark J. Ludwig
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MS, CAADC
Verified
12 Endorsed
Verified
12 Endorsed
I specialize in working with children, teen and adult individuals as well as family systems being impacted by depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse, eating disorders,
LGBTQ
+ topics, trauma processing/PTSD, relational challenges and behavioral disorders. Drawing from a variety of treatment styles and approaches including Experiential, Acceptance and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (one of the most effective treatments for many chronic, recurring, and challenging mental health conditions), I focus on establishment of systemic connection and the emotional experience, authenticity, empathic understanding and compassion.
Shira Collings
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My name is Shira Collings (she/they). I specialize in working with clients with eating disorders, disordered eating, body image distress, and those wanting to break free from diet culture. As a diet culture dropout myself, I am passionate about supporting others in finding freedom with food and body acceptance. I am also passionate about working with
LGBTQIA
+ and neurodivergent folx, as well as those with substance use and trauma histories. My therapeutic approach is rooted in the Health At Every Size paradigm and body liberation. It is also informed by feminism, disability justice, and
queer
and
trans
liberation.
Amy Joseph
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, school/social stress,
LGBTQIA
concerns, adjustment/life transitions, family, marital & relationship matters, grief, self-esteem, anger management and addiction/recovery concerns.
The fact that you’re reading this means that you're ready to feel better. It takes courage to reach out to a therapist and means that you have hope that things can be better. Hope is what fuels the work of therapy and together we can help you to manage anxiety, depression and stress so that you can live your happiest life. Therapy is such a rewarding process and I know firsthand that it works and that YOU are so worth it. Being a therapist is my calling, my passion and my purpose and it would be my honor to travel with you on your journey to your Apogee, to your highest self, your journey to YOU!
Glenda Mendelsohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 25 years' experience counseling individuals, couples and families. I work with clients of all races, backgrounds and ages, from adolescents to the elderly, addressing depression, anxiety, communication problems, the impact of chronic illness, and the aftermath of trauma, including sexual abuse and marital infidelity. I counsel families with children experiencing learning and social problems in school;
LGBTQ
and heterosexual couples preparing for marriage or coping with relationship stress; and parents seeking to improve communication with their adolescent and adult children. I practice in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Kevin M Medican
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAT, CMAT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Additional areas of expertise include career management and
LGBT
issues.
With an orientation toward helping clients grow, I assist them in identifying and removing the obstacles that keep them stuck. I focus on individuals, couples and families impacted by addiction. Based on client need, I employ a versatile blend of support, respectful confrontation, sometimes even humor, combined with Twelve Step approaches of acceptance of reality, personal insight and spiritual development. I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and Certified Multiple Addictions Therapist (CMAT). Trained as an Interventionist, I also prepare and collaborate with families and organizations in conducting interventions with a person experiencing behavioral problems.
Kerry Toole
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC
Verified
Verified
I have a passion for working with adolescents, young adults, adults and the
LGBTQ
populations.
My approach to therapy is individualized and focuses on enhancing new coping skills. My goal is to create a therapeutic environment with a sense of safety, self compassion, self love, and honesty as we work together to achieve the goals you have for yourself.
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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.