LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Pleasant View, TN
Van Gogh once said, “If I am worth anything later, I am worth something now. For wheat is wheat, even if people think it is a grass in the beginning.” I believe that no matter where you are in your healing process, you deserve compassion, understanding, and acceptance. Change only starts to occur once we can truly accept ourselves and confront the shame and guilt we've accumulated. Behaviors and coping skills usually serve an adaptive function at some point in time! In other words, we need to make peace with the dark instead of trying to run away from it.
Van Gogh once said, “If I am worth anything later, I am worth something now. For wheat is wheat, even if people think it is a grass in the beginning.” I believe that no matter where you are in your healing process, you deserve compassion, understanding, and acceptance. Change only starts to occur once we can truly accept ourselves and confront the shame and guilt we've accumulated. Behaviors and coping skills usually serve an adaptive function at some point in time! In other words, we need to make peace with the dark instead of trying to run away from it.
“It is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” Sometimes it feels like a series of Natural 1 rolls in life. As your therapist, I'll walk this journey with you, while holding the hope until reach that critical success. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families, but because we all have that inner child, I see folks of all ages. I strive to meet you where you are so we can embrace growth, healing, and self-discovery. I’m passionate about facilitating lasting change in people’s lives, and I believe that to see change you must actively make that change.
“It is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” Sometimes it feels like a series of Natural 1 rolls in life. As your therapist, I'll walk this journey with you, while holding the hope until reach that critical success. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families, but because we all have that inner child, I see folks of all ages. I strive to meet you where you are so we can embrace growth, healing, and self-discovery. I’m passionate about facilitating lasting change in people’s lives, and I believe that to see change you must actively make that change.
The old saying goes, "The definition of insanity is trying the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." Whatever issue you're wrestling with, know you don't have to carry it alone. I take a grounded, authentic approach to therapy, and provide my clients with a nonjudgmental, welcoming space. I value each of my clients' individuality and uniqueness and aim to help them thrive. We work together to develop new solutions that will work for each individual to help them reach their goals.
The old saying goes, "The definition of insanity is trying the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." Whatever issue you're wrestling with, know you don't have to carry it alone. I take a grounded, authentic approach to therapy, and provide my clients with a nonjudgmental, welcoming space. I value each of my clients' individuality and uniqueness and aim to help them thrive. We work together to develop new solutions that will work for each individual to help them reach their goals.
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My name is Luke, and I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy with a person-centered approach, encompassing a focus on individuals struggling with addiction. Holding a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Memphis, I am dedicated to supporting clients on their journey toward self-discovery and healing. I strongly believe in understanding each client as a unique individual, which allows me to tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet their specific needs.
My name is Luke, and I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy with a person-centered approach, encompassing a focus on individuals struggling with addiction. Holding a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Memphis, I am dedicated to supporting clients on their journey toward self-discovery and healing. I strongly believe in understanding each client as a unique individual, which allows me to tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet their specific needs.
I truly believe that each client is the absolute expert on themselves and strive always to create space for clients to feel, be, and show up as their authentic selves. My approach is relational, casual, sex positive, and gender affirming. I take a systems approach to appreciating all the different factors that make up you and your unique experiences in the world. I specialize in complex trauma, and love to work with folks within the LGBTQIA2S+ community, folks struggling to navigate overwhelming emotions, folks struggling with boundary setting, and folks looking to explore and truly find love and compassion for themselves.
I truly believe that each client is the absolute expert on themselves and strive always to create space for clients to feel, be, and show up as their authentic selves. My approach is relational, casual, sex positive, and gender affirming. I take a systems approach to appreciating all the different factors that make up you and your unique experiences in the world. I specialize in complex trauma, and love to work with folks within the LGBTQIA2S+ community, folks struggling to navigate overwhelming emotions, folks struggling with boundary setting, and folks looking to explore and truly find love and compassion for themselves.
I’m a queer, nonbinary psychologist who’s passionate about helping people slow down to become more attuned to their minds & bodies, find empowerment through identity, and foster a greater sense of self-compassion & be less judge’y of themselves.
I most frequently work with queer and trans folks, whether to focus on identity-related concerns (e.g., coping with discrimination) or to just have a safe place to have their identity affirmed while working on something unrelated. That said, you don’t need to be LGBTQ to see me and I welcome all the various parts of you & your background.
I’m a queer, nonbinary psychologist who’s passionate about helping people slow down to become more attuned to their minds & bodies, find empowerment through identity, and foster a greater sense of self-compassion & be less judge’y of themselves.
I most frequently work with queer and trans folks, whether to focus on identity-related concerns (e.g., coping with discrimination) or to just have a safe place to have their identity affirmed while working on something unrelated. That said, you don’t need to be LGBTQ to see me and I welcome all the various parts of you & your background.
I specialize in individual counseling for those struggling with anxiety, relationship, work, and school stress, negative thoughts, mood disorders, and LGBTQ+ concerns including gender and sexual identity.
I received a Master's in Social Work from the University of Michigan with a focus on mental health. Through my training and experience, I have found success with a range of therapeutic approaches to explore new ways of processing your thoughts and emotions, and I believe in using your strengths (yes, you have strengths) as a foundation.
I specialize in individual counseling for those struggling with anxiety, relationship, work, and school stress, negative thoughts, mood disorders, and LGBTQ+ concerns including gender and sexual identity.
I received a Master's in Social Work from the University of Michigan with a focus on mental health. Through my training and experience, I have found success with a range of therapeutic approaches to explore new ways of processing your thoughts and emotions, and I believe in using your strengths (yes, you have strengths) as a foundation.
Much of my practice focuses on working with individuals around men's issues and special populations including LGBT+, teens with or without sexual issues.
I believe that in order to be healthy and happy, the individual must be focused on growth and change. If you are not healthy or happy, then change is needed. However, several factors complicate this simple truth. We give too much or allow our power to be stolen rather than exchanged; Fear, anger, and sadness can override logic and wisdom. How we act and think affects our experience of reality. I work with clients to help increase their sense of self-direction, align their behaviors with their goals, and replace the negative thoughts and behaviors with a more positive perspective.
Much of my practice focuses on working with individuals around men's issues and special populations including LGBT+, teens with or without sexual issues.
I believe that in order to be healthy and happy, the individual must be focused on growth and change. If you are not healthy or happy, then change is needed. However, several factors complicate this simple truth. We give too much or allow our power to be stolen rather than exchanged; Fear, anger, and sadness can override logic and wisdom. How we act and think affects our experience of reality. I work with clients to help increase their sense of self-direction, align their behaviors with their goals, and replace the negative thoughts and behaviors with a more positive perspective.
Do you find yourself stuck in survival mode, no matter what you try? Does it feel like you’re always in overdrive or that the smallest things keep setting you off? Are you on edge even with people you know are safe? Maybe your go-to coping skills just aren’t working like they used to. Maybe this has been your default for so long that you can’t remember a time when things were different. One thing is for sure: you're ready for some lasting change. You're ready to change the patterns that are holding you down and limiting your potential. Most of all, you're ready to feel more connected to yourself and the people you care about.
Do you find yourself stuck in survival mode, no matter what you try? Does it feel like you’re always in overdrive or that the smallest things keep setting you off? Are you on edge even with people you know are safe? Maybe your go-to coping skills just aren’t working like they used to. Maybe this has been your default for so long that you can’t remember a time when things were different. One thing is for sure: you're ready for some lasting change. You're ready to change the patterns that are holding you down and limiting your potential. Most of all, you're ready to feel more connected to yourself and the people you care about.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2016 and have worked with diverse populations, including active duty military, veterans in transition, & the LGBTQ+ community.
I’m glad to see you are considering therapy to overcome your challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, or another other issue, I can help you find relief and overcome obstacles on your path to success. I’m compassionate and supportive. Our conversation is confidential in the comfort of your own home.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2016 and have worked with diverse populations, including active duty military, veterans in transition, & the LGBTQ+ community.
I’m glad to see you are considering therapy to overcome your challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, or another other issue, I can help you find relief and overcome obstacles on your path to success. I’m compassionate and supportive. Our conversation is confidential in the comfort of your own home.
Megan Graf Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, MA, SEP
9 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
I specialize in helping the LGBT community, people struggling with anxiety, and trauma survivors.
You know yourself best, and I hope to help guide you in the journey of improving your quality of life. We all need help from an outside perspective from time to time; I create a safe, non-judgmental, environment to help you with your goals. Battling anxiety? Wanting to grow into a more authentic you? Let's work together to meet these struggles head on.
I specialize in helping the LGBT community, people struggling with anxiety, and trauma survivors.
You know yourself best, and I hope to help guide you in the journey of improving your quality of life. We all need help from an outside perspective from time to time; I create a safe, non-judgmental, environment to help you with your goals. Battling anxiety? Wanting to grow into a more authentic you? Let's work together to meet these struggles head on.
I’m Payton, I’m an openly queer + nonbinary human and my pronoun are they/she!
I want you to be in charge of your life and I advocate for my clients in this regard. I practice with the understanding that most of our lives are not the heteronormative, prescriptive path that Western culture would like us to abide by and I welcome that. Come hang and we will help you to feel the most fulfilled and satisfied with the life you want to live.
I’m Payton, I’m an openly queer + nonbinary human and my pronoun are they/she!
I want you to be in charge of your life and I advocate for my clients in this regard. I practice with the understanding that most of our lives are not the heteronormative, prescriptive path that Western culture would like us to abide by and I welcome that. Come hang and we will help you to feel the most fulfilled and satisfied with the life you want to live.
I particularly like working with those in the LGBTQ+ community dealing with issues of cultural or religious judgment and the potentially resulting shame.
Each of us has our own unique path and challenges to navigate in this life. Many of us struggle to find the freedom to live out our truth and to follow our hearts because we are bound by societal and/or familial conditioning and programming that pressures us to fit into a certain mold that may not align with who we are and what we find to be true. This binding can often show up as anxiety or unhappiness, and many of us have trauma that continues to live in our bodies influencing the ways in which we react to what we encounter in life. We can work together to understand and alleviate what is keeping you from being more free.
I particularly like working with those in the LGBTQ+ community dealing with issues of cultural or religious judgment and the potentially resulting shame.
Each of us has our own unique path and challenges to navigate in this life. Many of us struggle to find the freedom to live out our truth and to follow our hearts because we are bound by societal and/or familial conditioning and programming that pressures us to fit into a certain mold that may not align with who we are and what we find to be true. This binding can often show up as anxiety or unhappiness, and many of us have trauma that continues to live in our bodies influencing the ways in which we react to what we encounter in life. We can work together to understand and alleviate what is keeping you from being more free.
Hello! I’m a clinician ready to support you with branching out, being creative, and managing the highs and lows of your day-to-day life. With my background in community mental health, I’ve worked with most issues, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and big life adjustments. My goal is to create a safe space for children, adolescents, and adults to come and work toward improving their mental health and building resilience against life’s challenges
Hello! I’m a clinician ready to support you with branching out, being creative, and managing the highs and lows of your day-to-day life. With my background in community mental health, I’ve worked with most issues, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and big life adjustments. My goal is to create a safe space for children, adolescents, and adults to come and work toward improving their mental health and building resilience against life’s challenges
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA issues, addiction recovery, relationship issues, and issues with intimacy and sexuality.
Hi there! I'm Jared, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Are you struggling to keep up with your day to day obligations? Have anxiety or depression taken the joy or intimacy from your relationships? Do you find yourself without the peace you need to fully enjoy the relationships in your life? It has been my privilege to help people from lots of backgrounds navigate these and many other challenges, and I believe that my approach can help you improve your quality of life as well. You are NOT alone, and it is a privilege for me to be here to support & empower you on your journey.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA issues, addiction recovery, relationship issues, and issues with intimacy and sexuality.
Hi there! I'm Jared, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Are you struggling to keep up with your day to day obligations? Have anxiety or depression taken the joy or intimacy from your relationships? Do you find yourself without the peace you need to fully enjoy the relationships in your life? It has been my privilege to help people from lots of backgrounds navigate these and many other challenges, and I believe that my approach can help you improve your quality of life as well. You are NOT alone, and it is a privilege for me to be here to support & empower you on your journey.
I believe in diversity, equality, and inclusion, I believe in the freedom of speech and expression of who you are without fear. I am willing to share my story with you if necessary to build trust, safety, empathy, and understanding. I am not afraid to discuss politics and religion if it impacts your well being. What I'm trying to say, is there is enough space at my table for everyone. If any of this resonates with you and you need a safe place to process and work through your mental health and well-being, let me know. I would love to be a part of your story.
I believe in diversity, equality, and inclusion, I believe in the freedom of speech and expression of who you are without fear. I am willing to share my story with you if necessary to build trust, safety, empathy, and understanding. I am not afraid to discuss politics and religion if it impacts your well being. What I'm trying to say, is there is enough space at my table for everyone. If any of this resonates with you and you need a safe place to process and work through your mental health and well-being, let me know. I would love to be a part of your story.
I have extensive experience helping young adults with identity exploration, particularly those in the LGBTQ+ community.
My practice is sex-positive, HAES-informed, and rooted in collaboration. I draw from evidence-based approaches like DBT, ACT, FAP, and mindfulness, while always centering the therapeutic relationship. I believe meaningful change happens through meaningful connection — and that therapy should feel like a place where you can exhale.
I have extensive experience helping young adults with identity exploration, particularly those in the LGBTQ+ community.
My practice is sex-positive, HAES-informed, and rooted in collaboration. I draw from evidence-based approaches like DBT, ACT, FAP, and mindfulness, while always centering the therapeutic relationship. I believe meaningful change happens through meaningful connection — and that therapy should feel like a place where you can exhale.
I specialize in helping LGBTQIA+, entertainment industry folks, creatives, & adults with trauma cultivate a life they love.
In working together you’ll reconnect to yourself & reclaim your agency in life. In our sessions you’ll find me to be warm & grounding. I take an active role, so you don’t need to feel the pressure of filling every minute. We’ll get to the root of the real stuff & laugh some along the way. You’ll leave sessions with hope, feedback, & tangible next steps.
I specialize in helping LGBTQIA+, entertainment industry folks, creatives, & adults with trauma cultivate a life they love.
In working together you’ll reconnect to yourself & reclaim your agency in life. In our sessions you’ll find me to be warm & grounding. I take an active role, so you don’t need to feel the pressure of filling every minute. We’ll get to the root of the real stuff & laugh some along the way. You’ll leave sessions with hope, feedback, & tangible next steps.
I work well with LGBTQIA persons, creatives, caregivers, professional women, trauma, and unseen disabilities.
If you feel you sometimes get in the way of your own happiness, or find yourself repeating relationship patterns that are ineffective, I may be a good fit for you. Whether the difficulty is past trauma or present circumstances, I enjoy working with individuals who long to create a healthier connection with themselves and others. Disconnectedness can result in anxiety, isolation, depression or addiction. I understand the panic and fear that surfaces when my clients have been hurt by themselves or by those they love the most. I create a safe space for them to process difficult experiences, while learning to live a more fulfilled life.
I work well with LGBTQIA persons, creatives, caregivers, professional women, trauma, and unseen disabilities.
If you feel you sometimes get in the way of your own happiness, or find yourself repeating relationship patterns that are ineffective, I may be a good fit for you. Whether the difficulty is past trauma or present circumstances, I enjoy working with individuals who long to create a healthier connection with themselves and others. Disconnectedness can result in anxiety, isolation, depression or addiction. I understand the panic and fear that surfaces when my clients have been hurt by themselves or by those they love the most. I create a safe space for them to process difficult experiences, while learning to live a more fulfilled life.
Women's issues, LGBTQ+/ queer issues, infertility and creating families through IVF/donors/other non-traditional routes are also passions of mine.
I am a musician and songwriter and bring that creativity and passion to my work. I will meet you where you're at and as you and help connect you with your goals, values, and healing.
Women's issues, LGBTQ+/ queer issues, infertility and creating families through IVF/donors/other non-traditional routes are also passions of mine.
I am a musician and songwriter and bring that creativity and passion to my work. I will meet you where you're at and as you and help connect you with your goals, values, and healing.
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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.