LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Philadelphia, PA

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Jennifer Nissley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
Specialties include: Teenagers and young adults with anxiety, depression, borderline personalities, and LGBTQ+.
I have been working in the field of counseling since 2007. I enjoy the teenage population because they are the most overlooked.
Specialties include: Teenagers and young adults with anxiety, depression, borderline personalities, and LGBTQ+.
I have been working in the field of counseling since 2007. I enjoy the teenage population because they are the most overlooked.
(484) 559-6613 View (484) 559-6613
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Ben Rathsmill
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Waitlist for new clients
Ben is an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who identifies and encourages conversations that deal with systems of oppression, intergenerational trauma, as well as current systems of power.
There's no need to face your struggles alone. Ben believes that speaking with a therapist is a life-affirming decision, and intends on individually tailoring therapy to meet your needs, while always maintaining warmth, humor, caring, and directive. Giving yourself permission to try therapy, to find your inner sources of strength, is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give yourself.
Ben is an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who identifies and encourages conversations that deal with systems of oppression, intergenerational trauma, as well as current systems of power.
There's no need to face your struggles alone. Ben believes that speaking with a therapist is a life-affirming decision, and intends on individually tailoring therapy to meet your needs, while always maintaining warmth, humor, caring, and directive. Giving yourself permission to try therapy, to find your inner sources of strength, is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give yourself.
(267) 209-6579 View (267) 209-6579
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Rachel Oristano
Pre-Licensed Professional, DSCM, MSEd
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19129
In addition to my professional training, I have over 15 years of lived experience engaging as a member of and advocating for the LGBTQIA/Kink community.
We are connective, social beings, and we all need a support system to help guide us out of the ruts in which we find ourselves. I want to empower you to harness your own strengths, meet the world on your own terms, and make your needs heard, even if you're having trouble finding your voice.
In addition to my professional training, I have over 15 years of lived experience engaging as a member of and advocating for the LGBTQIA/Kink community.
We are connective, social beings, and we all need a support system to help guide us out of the ruts in which we find ourselves. I want to empower you to harness your own strengths, meet the world on your own terms, and make your needs heard, even if you're having trouble finding your voice.
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Sophie Doar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103
I have extensive experience working with trans/gender-expansive individuals, trauma survivors, those struggling with chronic pelvic pain, and navigating relationship issues.
Therapy is for everyone. It can free us from patterns that inhibit us from experiencing the fullness of life. It can help us live more authentically. Whether you struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, chronic pain, matters of sexual or gender identity, or some other life transition, I prioritize creating a foundation of safety and trust. Together, we will help you to feel more freedom and connection in your life.
I have extensive experience working with trans/gender-expansive individuals, trauma survivors, those struggling with chronic pelvic pain, and navigating relationship issues.
Therapy is for everyone. It can free us from patterns that inhibit us from experiencing the fullness of life. It can help us live more authentically. Whether you struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, chronic pain, matters of sexual or gender identity, or some other life transition, I prioritize creating a foundation of safety and trust. Together, we will help you to feel more freedom and connection in your life.
(215) 709-8759 View (215) 709-8759
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Lauren Dobbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19125
My work is trauma informed, LGBTQIA affirming, and intersectional.
I offer a creative and collaborative therapeutic alliance to co-create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your understanding of yourself and the world around you. Life can often feel like it is happening at us, leaving us feeling powerless, anxious, depressed, and stuck. I believe we all have the power to tell our own stories and create our own paths. I believe whole heartedly that is my privilege to support you to reach an improved quality of life and a deeper level of self-awareness, acceptance and efficacy.
My work is trauma informed, LGBTQIA affirming, and intersectional.
I offer a creative and collaborative therapeutic alliance to co-create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your understanding of yourself and the world around you. Life can often feel like it is happening at us, leaving us feeling powerless, anxious, depressed, and stuck. I believe we all have the power to tell our own stories and create our own paths. I believe whole heartedly that is my privilege to support you to reach an improved quality of life and a deeper level of self-awareness, acceptance and efficacy.
(215) 273-3427 View (215) 273-3427
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Anna Murphey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19104
I am LGBTQ+ affirming, and I enjoy supporting clients of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Transitions are hard. And whether you're going through a major life change, or grieving the loss of a loved one, finding the right support can help you navigate the ups and downs. As a therapist specializing in grief and loss, I am here to help you honor life's challenges and opportunities, build on your strengths, and find your balance again. My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative, and I believe that a trusting and secure relationship is the foundation of good therapy. Together, we will look outside the box, explore beneath the surface, and discover new pathways for the healing and growth you are seeking.
I am LGBTQ+ affirming, and I enjoy supporting clients of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Transitions are hard. And whether you're going through a major life change, or grieving the loss of a loved one, finding the right support can help you navigate the ups and downs. As a therapist specializing in grief and loss, I am here to help you honor life's challenges and opportunities, build on your strengths, and find your balance again. My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative, and I believe that a trusting and secure relationship is the foundation of good therapy. Together, we will look outside the box, explore beneath the surface, and discover new pathways for the healing and growth you are seeking.
(267) 493-1150 View (267) 493-1150
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Sarah M Lewis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19110
I work from a culturally sensitive, sex/kink positive, HAES, LGBTQ+ and polyamory competent lens.
I have sought and found so much personal growth through my own therapy and I recognize the strength in having someone there, to bear witness to both the joys and sorrows that are part of living. I want to help you navigate life’s challenges with an open mind and heart and nurture your own resilience. I strive to help individuals better understand their own complex and nuanced stories, with care and compassion. Therapy is a place where the bigger harder feelings have room to breath and define themselves for us; where we can process the past and get excited for the present and future.
I work from a culturally sensitive, sex/kink positive, HAES, LGBTQ+ and polyamory competent lens.
I have sought and found so much personal growth through my own therapy and I recognize the strength in having someone there, to bear witness to both the joys and sorrows that are part of living. I want to help you navigate life’s challenges with an open mind and heart and nurture your own resilience. I strive to help individuals better understand their own complex and nuanced stories, with care and compassion. Therapy is a place where the bigger harder feelings have room to breath and define themselves for us; where we can process the past and get excited for the present and future.
(267) 715-2291 View (267) 715-2291
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Sarah Hairston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19107  (Online Only)
As a trans-non-binary, queer, and neurodivergent therapist, I bring lived experience into the therapy space and enjoy supporting folx who are or may be LGBTQIA2S+.
It takes a lot of strength and self-kindness to seek support and therapy–thank you for being here and for considering me as part of your process. My aim is to help understand where folx are, as well as what their hopes and goals may be. We work together to find growth and change in the ways that work best for you. I operate from a feminist, abolitionist lens and adapt evidence-based modalities, including TF-CBT, DBT, and CPT to fit each individual as needed. I am here to hold space for you, help you find understanding, and work through the many-faceted aspects of adulthood.
As a trans-non-binary, queer, and neurodivergent therapist, I bring lived experience into the therapy space and enjoy supporting folx who are or may be LGBTQIA2S+.
It takes a lot of strength and self-kindness to seek support and therapy–thank you for being here and for considering me as part of your process. My aim is to help understand where folx are, as well as what their hopes and goals may be. We work together to find growth and change in the ways that work best for you. I operate from a feminist, abolitionist lens and adapt evidence-based modalities, including TF-CBT, DBT, and CPT to fit each individual as needed. I am here to hold space for you, help you find understanding, and work through the many-faceted aspects of adulthood.
(717) 973-8907 View (717) 973-8907
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Taylor Hickman
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19109  (Online Only)
I hold awareness to the systemic and daily impacts of oppression on individuals, particularly people who are Black, People of Color, LGBTQIA+, Queer and/or Trans (TGNC).
Welcome! My work is to provide an affirming therapeutic space, where folks can discuss any and all life challenges or concerns. I facilitate sessions with a healing centered ear, with compassion and a growth mindset. I am committed to providing a space that values and honors the ways each of us show up in the world, with the understanding that all people have the ability to thrive when given the tools, time and space to look inward.
I hold awareness to the systemic and daily impacts of oppression on individuals, particularly people who are Black, People of Color, LGBTQIA+, Queer and/or Trans (TGNC).
Welcome! My work is to provide an affirming therapeutic space, where folks can discuss any and all life challenges or concerns. I facilitate sessions with a healing centered ear, with compassion and a growth mindset. I am committed to providing a space that values and honors the ways each of us show up in the world, with the understanding that all people have the ability to thrive when given the tools, time and space to look inward.
(267) 329-0062 View (267) 329-0062
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Riley Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19125

 I primarily work with individuals’ ages 15+ and I specialize in working with trauma survivors, relationship issues, generalized anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and LGBTQ+ populations.
The human existence is something I am deeply interested in and I bring to the therapeutic environment a curious and accepting mind that helps us understand and embrace what makes you uniquely you.
As a trauma-informed counselor, I am happy to provide the opportunity to explore the ways your life experiences have impacted your mind, body, and spirit. Taking a mindfulness approach to trauma, I aim to reconnect you with the present by utilizing mind and body interventions while creating a safe space to explore the past.
 My approach to therapy is primarily influenced on individual client needs which means meeting you where you are at.

 I primarily work with individuals’ ages 15+ and I specialize in working with trauma survivors, relationship issues, generalized anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and LGBTQ+ populations.
The human existence is something I am deeply interested in and I bring to the therapeutic environment a curious and accepting mind that helps us understand and embrace what makes you uniquely you.
As a trauma-informed counselor, I am happy to provide the opportunity to explore the ways your life experiences have impacted your mind, body, and spirit. Taking a mindfulness approach to trauma, I aim to reconnect you with the present by utilizing mind and body interventions while creating a safe space to explore the past.
 My approach to therapy is primarily influenced on individual client needs which means meeting you where you are at.
(215) 458-2577 View (215) 458-2577
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Chelsea Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, folx exploring gender identity, sexual orientation, artists and creatives.
I’m passionate about creating space for therapy participants to find fuller versions of themselves through exploration, play, and experiential learning. I believe that liberated imagination, mindful movement, and ability to sit with paradox are transformative skills that can be used towards individual and collective healing. My therapy style is person centered and strength based, I believe that you are the expert on you. I cultivate a warm and friendly space to connect and build a trusting therapeutic relationship.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, folx exploring gender identity, sexual orientation, artists and creatives.
I’m passionate about creating space for therapy participants to find fuller versions of themselves through exploration, play, and experiential learning. I believe that liberated imagination, mindful movement, and ability to sit with paradox are transformative skills that can be used towards individual and collective healing. My therapy style is person centered and strength based, I believe that you are the expert on you. I cultivate a warm and friendly space to connect and build a trusting therapeutic relationship.
(484) 900-8057 View (484) 900-8057
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Rebecca (Rowan) Levy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, PC01569
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19110  (Online Only)
You want something different, but it’s hard to motivate and place what that really is. You are sensitive, creative, queer, thoughtful, and full of so many thoughts. You likely have a habit of overextending yourself in the hopes of finding where you feel you belong. You see patterns in your relationships that you want to examine and change, and some part of you knows that you deserve a more satisfying life. Therapy is a non-judgmental space in which you can overcome familiar patterns by being witnessed and heard, and acquire tools to improve your relationship with yourself and others.
You want something different, but it’s hard to motivate and place what that really is. You are sensitive, creative, queer, thoughtful, and full of so many thoughts. You likely have a habit of overextending yourself in the hopes of finding where you feel you belong. You see patterns in your relationships that you want to examine and change, and some part of you knows that you deserve a more satisfying life. Therapy is a non-judgmental space in which you can overcome familiar patterns by being witnessed and heard, and acquire tools to improve your relationship with yourself and others.
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Brian Mullan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19107  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, survivors of racial trauma and injustice, and members of the LGBTQIA+ communities.
Hey there! I'm Brian Mullan, a licensed professional counselor. I believe firmly in client empowerment and autonomy, and I work with individuals to overcome challenges in order to achieve their maximum possible growth. My approach is client-centered and emphasizes holistic wellness. My preferred theoretical approaches include dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment (ACT), and solution-focused therapy, utilizing a feminist and multicultural lens.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, survivors of racial trauma and injustice, and members of the LGBTQIA+ communities.
Hey there! I'm Brian Mullan, a licensed professional counselor. I believe firmly in client empowerment and autonomy, and I work with individuals to overcome challenges in order to achieve their maximum possible growth. My approach is client-centered and emphasizes holistic wellness. My preferred theoretical approaches include dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment (ACT), and solution-focused therapy, utilizing a feminist and multicultural lens.
(267) 376-8735 View (267) 376-8735
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Jamie Manser
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19145  (Online Only)
As a Queer, Neurodivergent, adopted, Puerto Rican, I am passionate about supporting identity development through understanding disenfranchised grief, ambiguous loss, and psychological homelessness, as well as how these parts impact relationships we build with others.
When life feels messy, out-of-control, even unbearable, it's easy to forget that the human experience is inherently a messy one. Much of the mess is our best attempts at functioning under a deeply flawed and oppressive system. If you seek to understand yourself and your relationships to people and systems around you, to grow and heal, and to explore being human, I would love to share this experience with you. I work with individuals, couples, and families struggling with challenges such as individual/generational trauma, sex/intimacy, adoption/fostering, interracial couples/families, ADHD/Autism, and LGBTQIA+ challenges.
As a Queer, Neurodivergent, adopted, Puerto Rican, I am passionate about supporting identity development through understanding disenfranchised grief, ambiguous loss, and psychological homelessness, as well as how these parts impact relationships we build with others.
When life feels messy, out-of-control, even unbearable, it's easy to forget that the human experience is inherently a messy one. Much of the mess is our best attempts at functioning under a deeply flawed and oppressive system. If you seek to understand yourself and your relationships to people and systems around you, to grow and heal, and to explore being human, I would love to share this experience with you. I work with individuals, couples, and families struggling with challenges such as individual/generational trauma, sex/intimacy, adoption/fostering, interracial couples/families, ADHD/Autism, and LGBTQIA+ challenges.
(215) 918-4612 View (215) 918-4612
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Matthew James McCool
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
My specialty is in working with eating disorders, trauma, substance abuse, LGBTQIA+ issues, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and borderline personality disorder. I aim to empower my clients to examine themselves and their environments, develop healthier relationships and coping mechanisms, build resilience, and embrace their identities fully, while addressing the emotional and psychological factors that contribute to their struggles.
My specialty is in working with eating disorders, trauma, substance abuse, LGBTQIA+ issues, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and borderline personality disorder. I aim to empower my clients to examine themselves and their environments, develop healthier relationships and coping mechanisms, build resilience, and embrace their identities fully, while addressing the emotional and psychological factors that contribute to their struggles.
(484) 669-8068 View (484) 669-8068
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Brittany Momah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19129  (Online Only)
I have experience working with a diverse set of populations, including those who have struggled with anxiety, depression, intimate partner/domestic violence, sexual abuse, and trauma. I work with individuals struggling with unhealthy relationship patterns, relational violence, trauma, mood disruptions, and work dissatisfaction/burnout. I am passionate about advocating for and working with survivors of abuse, BIPOC individuals, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
I have experience working with a diverse set of populations, including those who have struggled with anxiety, depression, intimate partner/domestic violence, sexual abuse, and trauma. I work with individuals struggling with unhealthy relationship patterns, relational violence, trauma, mood disruptions, and work dissatisfaction/burnout. I am passionate about advocating for and working with survivors of abuse, BIPOC individuals, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
(484) 309-9296 View (484) 309-9296
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Jonathan Veit
Associate Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19125
I provide gender-affirming care and aim to support LGBTQ folx.
Being human can be confusing, overwhelming and painful. Despite this predicament, I believe therapy can help shed the feeling of a constricted life and achieve an authentic and empowered sense of self. Through a collaborative and compassion-centered approach, I aim to help hold in a non-judgmental space the challenging parts of life and encourage next steps in your journey. The technique I use most often is trauma-sensitive mindfulness combined with concepts and methods from CBT, DBT and MI while applying lenses such as attachment, familial, cultural, generational and that of global systems.
I provide gender-affirming care and aim to support LGBTQ folx.
Being human can be confusing, overwhelming and painful. Despite this predicament, I believe therapy can help shed the feeling of a constricted life and achieve an authentic and empowered sense of self. Through a collaborative and compassion-centered approach, I aim to help hold in a non-judgmental space the challenging parts of life and encourage next steps in your journey. The technique I use most often is trauma-sensitive mindfulness combined with concepts and methods from CBT, DBT and MI while applying lenses such as attachment, familial, cultural, generational and that of global systems.
(484) 666-3238 View (484) 666-3238
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Kaitlyn Farrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19121
I specialize in working with individuals with challenges unique to the LGBTQ and neurodiversity communities.
Therapy is a journey you and I take together. In times of pain and discomfort, we have the potential to grow into a stronger version of ourselves. My goal as your therapist will be to create a safe space where we can explore ways to decrease distress, so that you can live life feeling lighter and unburdened.
I specialize in working with individuals with challenges unique to the LGBTQ and neurodiversity communities.
Therapy is a journey you and I take together. In times of pain and discomfort, we have the potential to grow into a stronger version of ourselves. My goal as your therapist will be to create a safe space where we can explore ways to decrease distress, so that you can live life feeling lighter and unburdened.
(215) 709-7957 View (215) 709-7957
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Lauren Reid
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
My goal is to support you and honor your experience by listening to what you need from a healing space. I am gender-affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, and recognize the significance of race/culture. I have extensive clinical experience and training working with individuals struggling with identity, relational problems, family of origin issues, trauma, self-esteem, depression, anxiety and stress management. I work with you to help you identify patterns that no longer serve you and empower you to choose whether you shift those patterns as you become aware.
My goal is to support you and honor your experience by listening to what you need from a healing space. I am gender-affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, and recognize the significance of race/culture. I have extensive clinical experience and training working with individuals struggling with identity, relational problems, family of origin issues, trauma, self-esteem, depression, anxiety and stress management. I work with you to help you identify patterns that no longer serve you and empower you to choose whether you shift those patterns as you become aware.
(215) 770-2778 View (215) 770-2778
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Leanna Hassler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103
I am Leanna Hassler, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 6 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about helping adolescents, young adults, and adults explore their unique challenges, adapt to changes in life, and thrive as their true selves. My counseling specialties include treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, women's issues, LGBTQ+ issues, and relationship/family issues. I completed my Master's degree in Clinical Counseling at Alvernia University and have worked in family-based services, community health, and private practice.
I am Leanna Hassler, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 6 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about helping adolescents, young adults, and adults explore their unique challenges, adapt to changes in life, and thrive as their true selves. My counseling specialties include treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, women's issues, LGBTQ+ issues, and relationship/family issues. I completed my Master's degree in Clinical Counseling at Alvernia University and have worked in family-based services, community health, and private practice.
(610) 890-6258 View (610) 890-6258
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