LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Denton, TX

Hi folks! My name is Darian (she/her) and I would be honored to be apart of your healing and/or growth journey. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology and I am currently a doctoral student earning a degree in Counseling Psychology from Texas Woman's University. I enjoy working with people who have experienced complex trauma, people who are experiencing shame, anxiety, depression, relational disconnection, grief or loss, and much more. I also enjoy working with members of the LGBTQ + community and am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment that fosters connection, empowerment, and lasting change.

Are you feeling stressed or worried about an aspect of your life? Are you noticing that this aspect leads to you feeling misunderstood or unfulfilled in relationships? Making the decision to create change in your life and embrace all aspects of yourself can be a difficult decision to make, yet the rewards of doing so can allow for the growth that you are seeking. Creating change may mean coming out with your LGBTQ + identity, forming or maintaining intimate relationships, communicating your emotions more effectively, living without depression or anxiety controlling you, or increasing positive thinking and proactive behaviors.

Your feelings of sadness, anxiety, and overwhelm are too much to ignore and you just want to be happy. I am here to help you find a way forward. In the last 21 years of counseling, I have worked with a diverse group of amazing clients - from troubled teens, parents dealing with life transitions and divorce, young adults seeking clarity and direction, to those recovering from suicide attempts, chronic anxiety and depression, addictions, combat and childhood traumas, complicated grief, and career burnout. I look forward to helping each new client clarify their goals and find their unique path to recovery, peace, and acceptance.

I have a general counseling practice working with adolescent and adult individuals, as well as couples. I use individual and group therapy sessions to help people gain insight into themselves so that they can live fuller more satisfying lives. I also support clients as they move through the process of change. I see clients working through depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and LGBT issues. I work from a person centered perspective and am very passionate about my work.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience working with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Self Esteem problems, Domestic and Sexual Abuse, Schizophrenia, and other major mental health challenges. I work mostly with adults and am particularly passionate about working with Geriatric/Elderly populations and those in the LGBTQ communities. My primary types of therapy are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Strengths-Based, although I pull from many areas depending on my client’s needs.

Everyone experiences moments where we feel hopeless, disconnected from ourselves, or confused how to cope with the pain in our lives. I'm here to walk with you through those moments as your ally & advocate. I offer counseling to adolescents(age 14+) as well as adult individuals who want a space to develop deeper awareness, process emotions, enhance quality of relationships, & make meaning of their experiences. At some point or another, obstacles appeared between you & the ability for you to feel your best. Regardless of what those obstacles may be, I want to help you become the most authentic version of yourself & heal in doing so.

Do you worry your experiences, preferences, or orientation make the search for a mental health professional difficult? Are there times or situations where you'd like a helping hand, but feel overwhelmed about explaining your background to someone who may not understand? I know what that feels like. My passion lies in helping survivors of trauma and I am deeply invested in serving LGBTQIA +, polyam, consensual non-monogamy (ENM), kink, and all sexual minority communities. I am also sex work allied and provide non-judgmental support for individuals who are, or have been in the sex industry.

I am a licensed professional counselor. I provide therapy to adults, working from a person-centered approach which allows clients to feel heard and respected. Clients are always their own personal expert. Therefore, my approach to therapy is always supportive and respectful and strength-based.

I work with individuals who are struggling with a myriad of different concerns. PTSD, trauma, grief/loss, severe anxiety, phobias, dissociative disorders, traumatic and acquired brain injuries, addiction, and depression, just to name a few. I have experience working with military veterans, first-responders, those that have experienced abuse, or human trafficking, those struggling with addiction, and those in the LGBT + community.

Are you or your family struggling with relationship issues, infidelity, disability, addiction, trauma, anxiety, or depression? Are these issues making it difficult to be the person you want, or to have the relationships that you want? My passion as a counselor is to help you restore hope in your life and relationships. If you are ready to make a change, then please call me now to book your first appointment.

I have familiarity and comfort in working with those who are in crisis, have a mood disorder, or struggle with depression, anxiety, and grief, in particular related to the loss of a parent or sibling. I can serve clients between the ages of 13 and 75. I am also EMDR trained. Hablo inglés y español.

Hello! A Family Place has a group of affiliated and contracted therapists who all come from a strengths-based perspective. That means we work as your partner, helping you come up with solutions, and helping you help yourself.

At The Gracious Mind, our goal is to help you thrive! We offer individual, relationship, and group therapy, as well as assessment, diagnosis, treatment coordination, and collaborative care. You can also check out our online courses, workshops, videos, and articles, as well as books, journals, workbooks, and gifts. Explore The Gracious Mind and find the wellness you’ve been searching for.

Do you ever feel lost in your mind, completely powerless? Like your worries are consuming you from the inside out. Suddenly, you are no longer a person, but instead, a walking, living, breathing, bubble of anxiety. Life can be hard, but you’re not in it alone. Connection is at the forefront of my therapeutic approach, and in my office, you will always be met with empathy, acceptance, compassion, and humor. You are the expert on your life, and my goal is to join you and walk beside you on the path toward healing. Together, we can work through the intrusive thoughts, the obsessions, the worries, and the catastrophic thinking.

Daytime appointments available. April Grimes, LCSW utilizes an eclectic and effective treatment modality pulling from DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy, based on the unique needs of the client(s).

Is your teen struggling with depression and/or anxiety? Are they isolating in their room, don't have many friends or struggle to make friends? Do they get irritable when you try to talk to them? Or, are you an adult, trying to cope with the ins & outs of daily life, a divorce/breakup, depression/anxiety, or lack of motivation? Are you struggling with not wanting to be here anymore, or utilizing unhealthy coping skills? Are you co-dependent? Do you just need someone to listen while you vent, or someone to bounce ideas off of? These are some of the things I can help you with! Don't hesitate to reach out!

I have experience working with children, families, and adults who are navigating life stress, mental illness, and/or healing from trauma. I have worked with victims of sexual abuse and domestic violence. I am able to with individuals navigating life transitions, including relationship and faith-based transitions. I am am LGBTQIA + allied.

It is my honor to work primarily with LGBTQ clients, especially those exploring their gender identity and looking for an affirming place to celebrate their self-discovery journey. I often work with clients who have experienced religious trauma, intergenerational trauma, sexual trauma, and emotional neglect. Seeking support is hard, so you already have a lot to be proud of!

You're looking for a change. Maybe you're unhappy in your relationship and find yourself waking up next to a person who feels more like a roommate than a partner. You miss the fun dates and laughter you two used to have and wonder how you became so disconnected. Maybe you're struggling with self-esteem or feel stuck in a never-ending cycle of anxiety, depression, and hopelessness. Perhaps you feel like you can't catch a break between work, school, loved ones, and societal pressures. Would you recognize yourself in a crowd of people or have you lost sight of who you are? It's okay if you've fallen down. Now it's time to get back up.