LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Dallas, TX
Navigating life’s challenges can be tough, especially when your part of the Latinx and LGBTQIA+ communities.
I specialize in supporting Latinx and LGBTQIA+ individuals, creating a safe and welcoming space. As a Bilingual LPC, I blend DBT, ACT, and advanced CBT to help you uncover your true self, master effective coping strategies, and align your life with your values while honoring your cultural background. My mission? To empower you through healing and growth.
Navigating life’s challenges can be tough, especially when your part of the Latinx and LGBTQIA+ communities.
I specialize in supporting Latinx and LGBTQIA+ individuals, creating a safe and welcoming space. As a Bilingual LPC, I blend DBT, ACT, and advanced CBT to help you uncover your true self, master effective coping strategies, and align your life with your values while honoring your cultural background. My mission? To empower you through healing and growth.
Hi! My name is Natasha Backman, and I'm passionate about creating spaces where people can explore their innermost thoughts, beliefs, and emotions. Life can be challenging, and we all deserve a space to get curious about where we’ve been and where we’re going. I'm here to support you, whether you've engaged in counseling before or you need help understanding how this process works. I know that therapy can be a weird and wonderful space. This is our time for healing and growth, in which the only pretense is that we give space for the most authentic version of ourselves.
Hi! My name is Natasha Backman, and I'm passionate about creating spaces where people can explore their innermost thoughts, beliefs, and emotions. Life can be challenging, and we all deserve a space to get curious about where we’ve been and where we’re going. I'm here to support you, whether you've engaged in counseling before or you need help understanding how this process works. I know that therapy can be a weird and wonderful space. This is our time for healing and growth, in which the only pretense is that we give space for the most authentic version of ourselves.
I work from neurodiversity & queer-affirming perspectives w/deep respect for cultural diversity & the systemic impacts of marginalization.
Accepting new clients (daytime Mon-Fri). You may be feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or stressed out right now. Perhaps something difficult happened in the past that you now have the space to process. Or maybe you are in the middle of it right now & looking for relief. Our modern lives are complex - we navigate roles given to us by family, culture, religion, & more as we try to remember who we are at our core. It helps to have a safe place to sort things out for yourself. I specialize in helping older teens and adults heal from relational wounds & get back in touch with themselves when they are feeling lost.
I work from neurodiversity & queer-affirming perspectives w/deep respect for cultural diversity & the systemic impacts of marginalization.
Accepting new clients (daytime Mon-Fri). You may be feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or stressed out right now. Perhaps something difficult happened in the past that you now have the space to process. Or maybe you are in the middle of it right now & looking for relief. Our modern lives are complex - we navigate roles given to us by family, culture, religion, & more as we try to remember who we are at our core. It helps to have a safe place to sort things out for yourself. I specialize in helping older teens and adults heal from relational wounds & get back in touch with themselves when they are feeling lost.
Dr. Daniela
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-S, EMDR-C, IFS-C, CDBT
5 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75205
I also provide expert support for LGBTQIA individuals, grief, self-harm, and perfectionism.
Welcome! You’re here because you or your partner is hurting. Whether you’re dealing with "Big T" traumas like abuse or "little t" traumas like feeling repeatedly rejected, a part of us gets stuck when the "no-good-dirty-rotten-thing" happens. But you don’t have to stay there. I help you escape the grip of trauma, depression, and complex challenges like Bipolar disorder or navigating narcissism. We hold pain in our bodies as tension—a physical echo of a nervous system that doesn’t feel safe. It no longer has to dictate how you love, parent, or work. I am here to help you move forward into the life you deserve.
I also provide expert support for LGBTQIA individuals, grief, self-harm, and perfectionism.
Welcome! You’re here because you or your partner is hurting. Whether you’re dealing with "Big T" traumas like abuse or "little t" traumas like feeling repeatedly rejected, a part of us gets stuck when the "no-good-dirty-rotten-thing" happens. But you don’t have to stay there. I help you escape the grip of trauma, depression, and complex challenges like Bipolar disorder or navigating narcissism. We hold pain in our bodies as tension—a physical echo of a nervous system that doesn’t feel safe. It no longer has to dictate how you love, parent, or work. I am here to help you move forward into the life you deserve.
I offer specialized therapy for queer and neurodivergent adults facing complex trauma, maladaptive self-image, dissociative concerns, spiritual and identity development, and mood disorders.
Utilizing EMDR, psychotherapeutic yoga, and a compassion-first framework, I help clients process complex trauma, neurodivergent identities, explore gender and sexual identity, unhealthy attachment patterns, and manage anxiety, depression, anger, OCD, and dissociation. I work to approach each client with deep understanding of their unique challenges.
I offer specialized therapy for queer and neurodivergent adults facing complex trauma, maladaptive self-image, dissociative concerns, spiritual and identity development, and mood disorders.
Utilizing EMDR, psychotherapeutic yoga, and a compassion-first framework, I help clients process complex trauma, neurodivergent identities, explore gender and sexual identity, unhealthy attachment patterns, and manage anxiety, depression, anger, OCD, and dissociation. I work to approach each client with deep understanding of their unique challenges.
Addison Therapy Associates was founded by Dr. Bates in 2019. We are a group of therapists who specialize in the treatment of individuals, couples, and families. As a group we consider the study of human development, the mind and human interactions our passion. Individually we are well versed in a variety of treatment approaches and have a diverse clinical background.
Addison Therapy Associates was founded by Dr. Bates in 2019. We are a group of therapists who specialize in the treatment of individuals, couples, and families. As a group we consider the study of human development, the mind and human interactions our passion. Individually we are well versed in a variety of treatment approaches and have a diverse clinical background.
Dr. Gary G
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, LPC, CSAT, CMAT, ATPSB
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75252
Waitlist for new clients
If pornography, sexual compulsion, trauma, relationship issues, or addictions are causing distress in your life, I'm here to help. I am a highly experienced addiction, trauma and relationship therapist working with adults, adolescents and couples. Using evidence-based therapies such as EMDR and IFS, you can overcome triggers, urges, and emotional obstacles. As a progressive Pastoral Psychotherapist, it is my passion to help my clients thrive--not just survive the challenges of life. I integrate psychotherapy and my own recovery journey to help you live into the gifted, authentic, wholehearted person whom you truly are.
If pornography, sexual compulsion, trauma, relationship issues, or addictions are causing distress in your life, I'm here to help. I am a highly experienced addiction, trauma and relationship therapist working with adults, adolescents and couples. Using evidence-based therapies such as EMDR and IFS, you can overcome triggers, urges, and emotional obstacles. As a progressive Pastoral Psychotherapist, it is my passion to help my clients thrive--not just survive the challenges of life. I integrate psychotherapy and my own recovery journey to help you live into the gifted, authentic, wholehearted person whom you truly are.
Dominguez Psychotherapy and Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Dallas, TX 75206
My name is Shanna Dominguez and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. You may be experiencing worry, fear, anxiety, depression, other overwhelming emotions. The good news is these can be managed. I believe there are two experts in the room: you are the expert of your life, and I am the clinical expert. I have experience working with adults, couples, and adolescents. I offer virtual therapy across Texas with flexible scheduling and tailor my approach to meet your needs. I specialize in CBT and DBT methods that help you understand yourself and why you do what you do, while giving you tools to make lasting changes.
My name is Shanna Dominguez and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. You may be experiencing worry, fear, anxiety, depression, other overwhelming emotions. The good news is these can be managed. I believe there are two experts in the room: you are the expert of your life, and I am the clinical expert. I have experience working with adults, couples, and adolescents. I offer virtual therapy across Texas with flexible scheduling and tailor my approach to meet your needs. I specialize in CBT and DBT methods that help you understand yourself and why you do what you do, while giving you tools to make lasting changes.
As a queer, trans, gender non-conformist, my counseling practice is a love letter to the LGBTQIA+ community and all historically and systemically excluded communities.
My approach to counseling is justice-oriented, person-centered, and anti-oppressive. What this might look like in session is exploring messages we've received about ourselves and if we believe them, becoming aware of our inner parts and how we interact with them, and having accountability while acknowledging the impact of external systems on our wellbeing.
As a queer, trans, gender non-conformist, my counseling practice is a love letter to the LGBTQIA+ community and all historically and systemically excluded communities.
My approach to counseling is justice-oriented, person-centered, and anti-oppressive. What this might look like in session is exploring messages we've received about ourselves and if we believe them, becoming aware of our inner parts and how we interact with them, and having accountability while acknowledging the impact of external systems on our wellbeing.
As a lesbian therapist specializing in LGBTQ+ couples therapy, I help queer couples move out of reactive, cyclical patterns into secure partnership.
I help queer couples rebuild and create a fulfilling relationship. I love being a couples therapist! I want to help you build a relationship that feels secure, not just offer you a temporary fix. When you work with me, you can trust you have a trained, passionate, and queer couples therapist who cares deeply about you, your partner, and your relationship.
As a lesbian therapist specializing in LGBTQ+ couples therapy, I help queer couples move out of reactive, cyclical patterns into secure partnership.
I help queer couples rebuild and create a fulfilling relationship. I love being a couples therapist! I want to help you build a relationship that feels secure, not just offer you a temporary fix. When you work with me, you can trust you have a trained, passionate, and queer couples therapist who cares deeply about you, your partner, and your relationship.
If you’re here, something in your family probably isn’t working the way it used to. Divorce, grief, or a major life shift may have changed the landscape, and you’re worried about what it means for your kids. Conversations feel tense, emotions run high, and parenting together suddenly feels complicated. I work with parents who want less conflict and more steadiness. Together, we slow things down, focus on what matters most, and find practical ways to move forward while protecting your kids and the family you’re still building.
If you’re here, something in your family probably isn’t working the way it used to. Divorce, grief, or a major life shift may have changed the landscape, and you’re worried about what it means for your kids. Conversations feel tense, emotions run high, and parenting together suddenly feels complicated. I work with parents who want less conflict and more steadiness. Together, we slow things down, focus on what matters most, and find practical ways to move forward while protecting your kids and the family you’re still building.
M.A.D. Therapy, LLC; Misty Annette Diaz, PhD
Marriage & Family Therapist, USN Ret, PhD abd, LMFT, RYT-200, MAMFT
Dallas, TX 75209
Niches with training: Suicidality and high-risk, LGBTQIA+, Military, Adoption.
Welcome to M.A.D. Therapy, LLC! I am Misty Annette Diaz, PhD (abd), and we’re all M.A.D. here. Together we’ll move from survival mode into a life guided by confidence, connection, and change. As an LMFT and PhD (abd), helping relationships thrive is my ultimate goal. Lasting change begins with the relationship we have with ourselves. I actively challenge the patterns that keep clients stuck. I guide my clients out of survival mode into the present moment. I incorporate trauma informed yoga to reset the central nervous system. I am EMDR trained. In-person & in-home case-by-case.
Niches with training: Suicidality and high-risk, LGBTQIA+, Military, Adoption.
Welcome to M.A.D. Therapy, LLC! I am Misty Annette Diaz, PhD (abd), and we’re all M.A.D. here. Together we’ll move from survival mode into a life guided by confidence, connection, and change. As an LMFT and PhD (abd), helping relationships thrive is my ultimate goal. Lasting change begins with the relationship we have with ourselves. I actively challenge the patterns that keep clients stuck. I guide my clients out of survival mode into the present moment. I incorporate trauma informed yoga to reset the central nervous system. I am EMDR trained. In-person & in-home case-by-case.
BPOQe, Doster & Hoffman Therapy and Consultation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC, LMSW, LCSW-S, LPC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
We are a team of pro-Black, spiritually aware, LGBTQ+ competent and affirming, down to earth therapists.
We will strive to help you reach the desire to not just live, but to thrive in and enjoy life, with healthy behaviors. If you haven't already heard, therapy is hard work. But, it is also much more than hard work. It is a tool, it is a choice, and it can be an integral step in you becoming the best you. All in all, it can be very rewarding.
We are a team of pro-Black, spiritually aware, LGBTQ+ competent and affirming, down to earth therapists.
We will strive to help you reach the desire to not just live, but to thrive in and enjoy life, with healthy behaviors. If you haven't already heard, therapy is hard work. But, it is also much more than hard work. It is a tool, it is a choice, and it can be an integral step in you becoming the best you. All in all, it can be very rewarding.
Hello, I'm Haley, a specialist in OCD, trauma, and anxiety. I utilize specific methods for these focuses including EMDR, ERP, and ACT. My clients come to heal from parent/partner abuse, neglect, traumatic events, and life stressors. If you are too familiar with common long-lasting effects of stressful environments like anxiety, overthinking, negative thoughts, anger, difficulties connecting with others, relationship struggles, people-pleasing tendencies, or self-confidence, then you know how difficult managing these things can be. I help clients learn to overcome these and feel more in control of their own lives, minds, and bodies.
Hello, I'm Haley, a specialist in OCD, trauma, and anxiety. I utilize specific methods for these focuses including EMDR, ERP, and ACT. My clients come to heal from parent/partner abuse, neglect, traumatic events, and life stressors. If you are too familiar with common long-lasting effects of stressful environments like anxiety, overthinking, negative thoughts, anger, difficulties connecting with others, relationship struggles, people-pleasing tendencies, or self-confidence, then you know how difficult managing these things can be. I help clients learn to overcome these and feel more in control of their own lives, minds, and bodies.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples on stress, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, multicultural experiences, relationships, trauma, and navigating life’s challenges.
Hello, I’m Dr. Jasmine Gonzalez, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) dedicated to helping individuals, adults, and couples navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in supporting diverse, multicultural clients in living their most authentic lives. Therapy offers a safe, non-judgmental space to gain insight, develop skills, and create meaningful change. I believe every person’s journey is unique, so I tailor treatment to your individual experiences and needs. Together, we’ll work to uncover solutions that empower you to live with clarity, confidence, and resilience.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples on stress, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, multicultural experiences, relationships, trauma, and navigating life’s challenges.
Hello, I’m Dr. Jasmine Gonzalez, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) dedicated to helping individuals, adults, and couples navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in supporting diverse, multicultural clients in living their most authentic lives. Therapy offers a safe, non-judgmental space to gain insight, develop skills, and create meaningful change. I believe every person’s journey is unique, so I tailor treatment to your individual experiences and needs. Together, we’ll work to uncover solutions that empower you to live with clarity, confidence, and resilience.
Whether you’re navigating the lasting impact of childhood trauma, feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or lost, or trying to make sense of life as an autistic, ADHD, or LGBTQ+ teen or adult, or a frustrated parent, you don’t have to do it alone.
You know yourself best; I’m here to help you reconnect with your intuition. In a supportive space, we’ll explore your emotions, build self-compassion, and focus on healing. Sessions often include emotional validation, inner child work, and tools for coping and regulation. Together, we’ll build resilience, strengthen boundaries, and create a fulfilling life.
Whether you’re navigating the lasting impact of childhood trauma, feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or lost, or trying to make sense of life as an autistic, ADHD, or LGBTQ+ teen or adult, or a frustrated parent, you don’t have to do it alone.
You know yourself best; I’m here to help you reconnect with your intuition. In a supportive space, we’ll explore your emotions, build self-compassion, and focus on healing. Sessions often include emotional validation, inner child work, and tools for coping and regulation. Together, we’ll build resilience, strengthen boundaries, and create a fulfilling life.
My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, trauma, aging, LGBTQ issues, substance use, and caregiver support.
I am an advocate for trauma-informed care. I aim to help clients find safety and security inside and outside of sessions by teaching coping and acceptance skills and increasing feelings of self-efficacy for client growth and self-actualization.
My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, trauma, aging, LGBTQ issues, substance use, and caregiver support.
I am an advocate for trauma-informed care. I aim to help clients find safety and security inside and outside of sessions by teaching coping and acceptance skills and increasing feelings of self-efficacy for client growth and self-actualization.
Congratulations on taking the courageous step toward personal empowerment. Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming and intimidating, but once you begin, it can also be an exciting and transformative journey.
Congratulations on taking the courageous step toward personal empowerment. Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming and intimidating, but once you begin, it can also be an exciting and transformative journey.
All Things Mental with Jacy Counseling & Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS , LPC, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am open to working with teenagers (ages 14+) and adults, with a particular focus on supporting BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Do you find yourself reacting as if you’re not safe, even when you are—reliving past trauma in your day-to-day life? Is childhood trauma affecting your adult relationships? Does depression make it hard to reach your goals, or anxiety and overthinking leave you struggling to focus, remember things, or get through work? You’re not alone—I can help.
I work with Black women and men to address these challenges head-on. Therapy with me isn’t just about coping—it’s about understanding how your past impacts your present, learning to manage triggers, and building practical tools to create safety, focus, and progress in your life.
I am open to working with teenagers (ages 14+) and adults, with a particular focus on supporting BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Do you find yourself reacting as if you’re not safe, even when you are—reliving past trauma in your day-to-day life? Is childhood trauma affecting your adult relationships? Does depression make it hard to reach your goals, or anxiety and overthinking leave you struggling to focus, remember things, or get through work? You’re not alone—I can help.
I work with Black women and men to address these challenges head-on. Therapy with me isn’t just about coping—it’s about understanding how your past impacts your present, learning to manage triggers, and building practical tools to create safety, focus, and progress in your life.
Many of my clients identify as Lesbian, Trans, Queer, Gay.
I take an intersectional approach, understanding how various aspects of identity intersect to create unique experiences. I focus on empowerment—helping clients reclaim their voice, challenge societal norms, and recognize their inner strength. I work well with people seeking growth and stability.
Many of my clients identify as Lesbian, Trans, Queer, Gay.
I take an intersectional approach, understanding how various aspects of identity intersect to create unique experiences. I focus on empowerment—helping clients reclaim their voice, challenge societal norms, and recognize their inner strength. I work well with people seeking growth and stability.
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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.