LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Azle, TX
Jackie Williston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC, CST
Azle, TX 76020
Waitlist for new clients
I am also an LGBTQ+ affirming sex therapist currently pursuing my PhD in Clinical S
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Therapist in the State of Texas. I am also an AASECT and MSTI Certified Sex Therapist. I earned my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at Texas Woman’s University.
I am also an LGBTQ+ affirming sex therapist currently pursuing my PhD in Clinical S
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Therapist in the State of Texas. I am also an AASECT and MSTI Certified Sex Therapist. I earned my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at Texas Woman’s University.
Would you like to get perspective on your life? Are you battling issues that you are uncomfortable sharing with others? I want to help you move forward and create the life you envision for yourself. Your challenge may be an addiction or anxiety, or you may be depressed, unhappy with your job or struggling with a significant life change. I have personally waged some of these battles.
Would you like to get perspective on your life? Are you battling issues that you are uncomfortable sharing with others? I want to help you move forward and create the life you envision for yourself. Your challenge may be an addiction or anxiety, or you may be depressed, unhappy with your job or struggling with a significant life change. I have personally waged some of these battles.
Healing begins with connection. I provide a warm, safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I rarely offer “advice” because I believe that you have the power to find solutions for your life.
When you visit my in-person office, you’ll usually get to spend time with my therapy-dog-in-training, Oreo Speedwagon, or ”Reo.” Reo takes his job of listening and snuggling very seriously. (He can also stay in his kennel and respect your boundaries when you want him to.) I offer both traditional “talk” therapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
Healing begins with connection. I provide a warm, safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I rarely offer “advice” because I believe that you have the power to find solutions for your life.
When you visit my in-person office, you’ll usually get to spend time with my therapy-dog-in-training, Oreo Speedwagon, or ”Reo.” Reo takes his job of listening and snuggling very seriously. (He can also stay in his kennel and respect your boundaries when you want him to.) I offer both traditional “talk” therapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
I utilize a wide range of modalities such as Client-Centered Therapy, Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems, Family Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy. I firmly believe that people are people regardless of their chosen labels or the ones society puts on them. I am very straightforward with my approach and don't sugarcoat my words, but it does not mean I am harsh and uncaring. I won't yell and expect the same respect; I will listen fully with love and kindness and speak to you with heart. Sometimes the truth may seem painful to hear, but it will lead you to a better mental state and life.
I utilize a wide range of modalities such as Client-Centered Therapy, Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems, Family Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy. I firmly believe that people are people regardless of their chosen labels or the ones society puts on them. I am very straightforward with my approach and don't sugarcoat my words, but it does not mean I am harsh and uncaring. I won't yell and expect the same respect; I will listen fully with love and kindness and speak to you with heart. Sometimes the truth may seem painful to hear, but it will lead you to a better mental state and life.
Life is full of obstacles and unforeseen problems. Often we feel hopeless and overwhelmed without knowing who we can reach out to for guidance. Finding a trusting, understanding, and compassionate therapist is the first step in navigating through the challenges. Therapy leads to better relationships, solutions to specific problems, and significant reductions in feelings of stress. Let me help you work toward alleviating the difficulties in your life and work with you to achieve your goals.
Life is full of obstacles and unforeseen problems. Often we feel hopeless and overwhelmed without knowing who we can reach out to for guidance. Finding a trusting, understanding, and compassionate therapist is the first step in navigating through the challenges. Therapy leads to better relationships, solutions to specific problems, and significant reductions in feelings of stress. Let me help you work toward alleviating the difficulties in your life and work with you to achieve your goals.
Kathryn Ogden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
2 Endorsed
Azle, TX 76020
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in trauma-related disorders, abuse, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ affirming care, self-esteem, stress management, and trauma-informed parenting skills.
Taking the first step towards change can be hard. Taking that step can be a bit easier when you know you’re not going alone. My name is Kathryn and I specialize in PTSD, sexual abuse, LGBTQ affirming mental health, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress management, and trauma-informed parenting skills. My passion and mission is to support you in breaking cycles to live with more peace, confidence, and authenticity. I’m looking forward to giving you a space to discover your strengths and move towards healing.
I specialize in trauma-related disorders, abuse, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ affirming care, self-esteem, stress management, and trauma-informed parenting skills.
Taking the first step towards change can be hard. Taking that step can be a bit easier when you know you’re not going alone. My name is Kathryn and I specialize in PTSD, sexual abuse, LGBTQ affirming mental health, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress management, and trauma-informed parenting skills. My passion and mission is to support you in breaking cycles to live with more peace, confidence, and authenticity. I’m looking forward to giving you a space to discover your strengths and move towards healing.
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It is my honor to work closely with LGBTQ clients and their loved ones, neurodivergent clients, and disabled clients.
It is my goal to build a strong, trusting relationship with you as my client. I offer a relational, trauma informed approach to creating a judgment free space where you can be yourself. Together, we identify your strengths and what you'd like to change.
It is my honor to work closely with LGBTQ clients and their loved ones, neurodivergent clients, and disabled clients.
It is my goal to build a strong, trusting relationship with you as my client. I offer a relational, trauma informed approach to creating a judgment free space where you can be yourself. Together, we identify your strengths and what you'd like to change.
Whether you’re neurodivergent, queer, or simply human and overwhelmed, you deserve a space where healing moves at your pace and each session ends with tools to help you feel grounded and supported.
I use EMDR along with mindfulness, body-based, and acceptance-focused tools to help you feel safe and steady. Every session includes practical ways to regulate your nervous system, so you leave feeling calmer, more supported, and better equipped to handle what comes next.
Whether you’re neurodivergent, queer, or simply human and overwhelmed, you deserve a space where healing moves at your pace and each session ends with tools to help you feel grounded and supported.
I use EMDR along with mindfulness, body-based, and acceptance-focused tools to help you feel safe and steady. Every session includes practical ways to regulate your nervous system, so you leave feeling calmer, more supported, and better equipped to handle what comes next.
I am passionate about helping clients cultivate a sense of meaning and vibrance in their lives. So many of us feel isolated and overwhelmed by the weight of the world. Whether you are grappling with the reality of oppression, a life transition, terminal illness, grief, trauma recovery, identity exploration, or a spiritual concern, I want to walk with you as you make sense of your relationship to yourself and the world.
I am passionate about helping clients cultivate a sense of meaning and vibrance in their lives. So many of us feel isolated and overwhelmed by the weight of the world. Whether you are grappling with the reality of oppression, a life transition, terminal illness, grief, trauma recovery, identity exploration, or a spiritual concern, I want to walk with you as you make sense of your relationship to yourself and the world.
As an LGBTQ+ specialist, I work heavily with gender dysphoria and am one of few people that can treat it with EMDR.
I enjoy working with folks who've tried therapy before, and didn't get what they needed. I love trying out more creative approaches to therapy, and I make sure we're collaborating to find that path you've been searching for. Some of my most rewarding clients are those struggling with self-worth, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Since most folks have struggled with a least a few of these issues, I find myself well equipped to work with just about anyone. Whether you're already motivated and aware of what changes you want to make, or just getting started on your mental health journey, I'll be happy to lend a hand how I can.
As an LGBTQ+ specialist, I work heavily with gender dysphoria and am one of few people that can treat it with EMDR.
I enjoy working with folks who've tried therapy before, and didn't get what they needed. I love trying out more creative approaches to therapy, and I make sure we're collaborating to find that path you've been searching for. Some of my most rewarding clients are those struggling with self-worth, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Since most folks have struggled with a least a few of these issues, I find myself well equipped to work with just about anyone. Whether you're already motivated and aware of what changes you want to make, or just getting started on your mental health journey, I'll be happy to lend a hand how I can.
Medicare Counseling and
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Burleson, TX 76028
I have the privilege of working with couples, families, individuals, and seniors on Medicare or Medicare Advantage. Many clients confront significant life changes that can trigger feelings of depression, anxiety, anger, regret, and isolation. Seniors, in particular, often face profound challenges, such as the loss of a spouse or loved one.
These transitions can be overwhelming, but together, we can forge a path toward healing and fulfillment. Let's take this journey together to enhance your quality of life and restore your sense of hope and purpose.
I have the privilege of working with couples, families, individuals, and seniors on Medicare or Medicare Advantage. Many clients confront significant life changes that can trigger feelings of depression, anxiety, anger, regret, and isolation. Seniors, in particular, often face profound challenges, such as the loss of a spouse or loved one.
These transitions can be overwhelming, but together, we can forge a path toward healing and fulfillment. Let's take this journey together to enhance your quality of life and restore your sense of hope and purpose.
I aim to provide a safe space for anyone who is struggling, hurting, confused, or in the midst of processing life events. I want to assist my clients by holding space for their feelings, processing their thought patterns and behaviors, and helping them to grow as individuals. I enjoy working with preteens, adolescents, and adults 18 years and onward. If you are someone who wants to understand themselves more deeply, heal from past hurts, learn new ways to cope with difficulty, have a healthier relationship with yourself or others, or just need a place to talk something out, I'd love to work with you.
I aim to provide a safe space for anyone who is struggling, hurting, confused, or in the midst of processing life events. I want to assist my clients by holding space for their feelings, processing their thought patterns and behaviors, and helping them to grow as individuals. I enjoy working with preteens, adolescents, and adults 18 years and onward. If you are someone who wants to understand themselves more deeply, heal from past hurts, learn new ways to cope with difficulty, have a healthier relationship with yourself or others, or just need a place to talk something out, I'd love to work with you.
Tash Driedger
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A , NCC, RYT-500
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Congrats on taking a brave step by exploring helpers! Maybe you just can’t seem to find solid footing. The micro-moment you find yourself in a flow, it vanishes, stolen, and you worry you’ve worked so hard only to find yourself back at square one. You’re exhausted from endless uncertainty, and worse yet, you’re feeling terrified of your inner-critic taking hold of another chance to beat you down. Yes, you want to shut that part of your brain up, but more than that, you want another voice to come into power because this ain’t working. You may feel out of your depth like there is too much for you to make sense of on your own.
Congrats on taking a brave step by exploring helpers! Maybe you just can’t seem to find solid footing. The micro-moment you find yourself in a flow, it vanishes, stolen, and you worry you’ve worked so hard only to find yourself back at square one. You’re exhausted from endless uncertainty, and worse yet, you’re feeling terrified of your inner-critic taking hold of another chance to beat you down. Yes, you want to shut that part of your brain up, but more than that, you want another voice to come into power because this ain’t working. You may feel out of your depth like there is too much for you to make sense of on your own.
She has passion for working with the LGBTQIA+ community and also enjoys working with anxious and perfectionistic children, adolescents, and adults.
Kristin utilizes a person centered approach with a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness practices, and may incorporate elements of expressive arts.
She has passion for working with the LGBTQIA+ community and also enjoys working with anxious and perfectionistic children, adolescents, and adults.
Kristin utilizes a person centered approach with a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness practices, and may incorporate elements of expressive arts.
Ready to transform your life from the inside out? I offers inclusive & trauma-informed teletherapy and integrative mental health care for clients in Texas and Arizona. With expertise in OCD and anxiety treatment, psychotherapy, addiction recovery, and holistic care, you’ll receive personalized, science-backed support—right from home.
Experience mental wellness that works.
Book your confidential appointment today.
Your health deserves more than one-size-fits-all. Let’s begin.
Ready to transform your life from the inside out? I offers inclusive & trauma-informed teletherapy and integrative mental health care for clients in Texas and Arizona. With expertise in OCD and anxiety treatment, psychotherapy, addiction recovery, and holistic care, you’ll receive personalized, science-backed support—right from home.
Experience mental wellness that works.
Book your confidential appointment today.
Your health deserves more than one-size-fits-all. Let’s begin.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ adults navigating trauma, climate anxiety, and identity exploration.
My approach blends lived experience with evidence-based practices like EMDR and person-centered talk therapy. Together, we'll create a space where you can heal and grow in a way that feels authentic to you. I am committed to providing an environment where your identity is not just accepted, but celebrated!
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ adults navigating trauma, climate anxiety, and identity exploration.
My approach blends lived experience with evidence-based practices like EMDR and person-centered talk therapy. Together, we'll create a space where you can heal and grow in a way that feels authentic to you. I am committed to providing an environment where your identity is not just accepted, but celebrated!
You’re holding it together, but underneath, things feel heavy. Maybe anxiety is running the show, past trauma keeps showing up, or you’re exhausted from masking or trying to keep up in a world that doesn’t feel built for you. You’re not looking for someone to fix you. You just want to feel more understood and supported. My clients are teens, adults, and veterans who want real tools, more control over their lives, and a space where they don’t have to explain every little thing to be taken seriously.
You’re holding it together, but underneath, things feel heavy. Maybe anxiety is running the show, past trauma keeps showing up, or you’re exhausted from masking or trying to keep up in a world that doesn’t feel built for you. You’re not looking for someone to fix you. You just want to feel more understood and supported. My clients are teens, adults, and veterans who want real tools, more control over their lives, and a space where they don’t have to explain every little thing to be taken seriously.
Jenna Rhoades
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A, NCC
1 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76107
I have a passion for working with individuals identifying in the LGBTQ communities.
I believe that healing doesn’t have to come with a white coat or a suit sitting across from you. It can come from a kind and comfortable space. Life moves fast, and most of us don’t get much time to pause and ask ourselves the deeper questions: Who am I? Am I fulfilled? What do I want from this life? That’s where my love for this work comes in. I specialize in helping people explore their identity, navigate problematic behaviors or dependencies, and reconnect with what feels real and meaningful. My approach is warm, challenging, and collaborative.
I have a passion for working with individuals identifying in the LGBTQ communities.
I believe that healing doesn’t have to come with a white coat or a suit sitting across from you. It can come from a kind and comfortable space. Life moves fast, and most of us don’t get much time to pause and ask ourselves the deeper questions: Who am I? Am I fulfilled? What do I want from this life? That’s where my love for this work comes in. I specialize in helping people explore their identity, navigate problematic behaviors or dependencies, and reconnect with what feels real and meaningful. My approach is warm, challenging, and collaborative.
You are a driven, devoted woman who is incredibly hard on herself. You push through the exhaustion, silence the overwhelm, and keep going, because that's what you've always done. The anxiety is loud, the mom guilt is relentless, and somewhere in the middle of it all, you've lost track of who you are. My clients are women navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the many seasons of motherhood who are ready to stop pushing through and start feeling like themselves again. I utilize a mix of processing (IFS and Coherence Therapy) and skill building to support you in reaching your treatment goals. You are not alone and I am here to help.
You are a driven, devoted woman who is incredibly hard on herself. You push through the exhaustion, silence the overwhelm, and keep going, because that's what you've always done. The anxiety is loud, the mom guilt is relentless, and somewhere in the middle of it all, you've lost track of who you are. My clients are women navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the many seasons of motherhood who are ready to stop pushing through and start feeling like themselves again. I utilize a mix of processing (IFS and Coherence Therapy) and skill building to support you in reaching your treatment goals. You are not alone and I am here to help.
I bring particular insight into my work with those in alt communities including those who identify with goth, emo, nerd, poly, queer, neurodivergent, and kink communities.
Building a relationship on mutual respect, honesty, and developing trust is the core of any effective counseling. Beyond this, I offer my clients a blend of counseling informed by recent developments in research with elements of what they love in life, and individualize treatment for every client based on their weekly feedback of the work we're doing.
I bring particular insight into my work with those in alt communities including those who identify with goth, emo, nerd, poly, queer, neurodivergent, and kink communities.
Building a relationship on mutual respect, honesty, and developing trust is the core of any effective counseling. Beyond this, I offer my clients a blend of counseling informed by recent developments in research with elements of what they love in life, and individualize treatment for every client based on their weekly feedback of the work we're doing.
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Nearby LGBTQ+ Therapists Searches for Azle
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- Keller
- North Richland Hills
- River Oaks
- Saginaw
- Springtown
- Weatherford
- Willow Park
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.