LGBTQ+ Therapists in Fort Worth, TX
See all therapists in Fort Worth
Miguel Lopez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hey there! :) My name is Miguel Lopez and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. I provide telehealth therapy all across Texas. I work with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, sexual identity and gender related issues, polyamory and ethical non-monogamy, trauma, life transitions, grief and loss. Being
queer
myself, I have a strong passion for working with members of the
LGBTQ
+ community. We have to support one another! :) In therapy we will work through past traumas, presenting struggles and future concerns/anxieties!
Jade A Dacus
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and Nationally Board Certified Counselor specializing in the treatment of individuals who have experienced trauma. I have experience in working with individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, PTSD, emotional dysregulation, as well as crisis intervention, safety planning, individual and group therapy. As a
queer
woman, I have both lived experience and extensive scholarly knowledge of the
LGBTQ
+ community, and tirelessly advocate for "family". I work with adolescents ages 14+ and adults. My approach to therapy is grounded in feminist & existential philosophies.
Scotty Gilmore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My practice primarily focuses on
Gay
Men, Religious Trauma and the
LGBTQIA
+ Community.
I provide a safe space for talking about what affects you most deeply in your love, work, and creative life. Our conversation will allow you to see a deeper understanding of how you function with others and how you create meaning with yourself. I am a based in Fort Worth serving all of Texas through video sessions.
Tomas Altamirano
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialty is with people in the
LGBTQ
+ community.
I'm a bit of a jack of all trades when it comes to therapy, and I haven't found a client that I couldn't work with yet! I can work with a client who knows exactly what they want out of therapy, and I can also work with clients who aren't sure of how to move forward. I make sure that I will only work as hard as you do, so I love working with people who want to be pushed to make progress. For me, as long a client wants to come to therapy, I will do what I can to help you.
Jim Ming
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
I have more than 25 years of experience helping people with difficult relationships and issues in business. Now, I help people like you find solutions for life changes, relationships, stress, career issues, depression, grief, and anxiety. Some of my focus areas are men’s issues,
LGBTQ
+ affirming counseling, coming out issues, gender identity issues, and work relationships.
Wes Parks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
If you're looking for a
gay
therapist in the DFW Metroplex who personally understands the confusion, frustration, and difficulties that can come with being
LGBTQ
+, look no further. Whether it is problems in your relationships, a lack of acceptance from your family or others, or confusion about who you are, I can help. Together we will find ways to improve your outlook, work on your relationships, feel better about yourself, and live your best life true to who you are.
Shannon Watterson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have experience working with individuals, couples, adolescents, children, and the
LGBTQ
+ community on many different issues through two different universities.
I am a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate under the supervision of Dr. Richard Bishop, LMFT-S, LPC-S. I have worked with children, adolescents, individuals, and couples using a “here and now” approach. I conduct therapy around this truth. The past has already happened and I cannot change it other than to reflect on it in order to bring change through awareness. The future has not happened yet and I have limited control. What I can control are the choices I make currently that can lead to the desired outcome. By focusing on the “here and now” we create awareness, taking control of our own life. Teamwork leads to desired goals
Aimee Tanos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
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.
Robin Deisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW-S
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with adults from all backgrounds and provide
LGBTQ
+ affirming, mindfulness-based, CBT, ACT, and emotion-focused therapies via telehealth.
Starting therapy can be daunting. Finding the right therapist doesn't have to be. I can help get you started quickly, and in the right direction. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to help you determine whether my style is a good fit for you. You are not alone in this. Each of our paths may look different but change and growth is always possible. Let me help you get where you want to go. I will work with you to help you define your goals and take steps that allow for the health and well-being you deserve.
Not accepting new clients
Randall Storey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
LGBTQ
+ people experience many different situations and circumstances that are unique to the
LGBT
community. Your gender and orientation doesn't define you, but it does play a large role in your life and impacts many different other issues that you may face. You deserve a counselor who not only understands this, but also knows how to incorporate a person's whole self into counseling and addresses the specific challenges unique to the
LGBTQ
+ Community.
Megan Diann Chandler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Hi there! Thank you for making it to my page. Therapy is such a scary experience at first, but you have made it to contacting someone which is the hardest part. I have vast experience in working with individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, bipolar and personality disorders. I have a passion to work with the
LGBTQIA
+ community, adolescents and women to find their voices within a sometimes silencing society. Life can be difficult at times and you can still succeed in it. Let me help you reach your life's potential.
15 Second Videos
Scotty Gilmore
Wes Parks
Metroplex Mental Health, PLLC
Lauren Hawkins
Allison Goukler
Wade Drury
Patrick Tully LMFT
Jasmine Trotter
Kathryn Soule
Matt Edge
Landry Therapy Group PLLC - Mansfield
Shlomit Oliel
Texas Online Counseling PLLC
Latasha Davis
Joe Currin
Justin Litvin
Paul Cherry
Wild Cactus Therapy
Kit Jones
Patrick Ramsey
Rebekkah Alexander
John McCrae Smith
Adry Sanders
Lindy Lotz
Brad Nowlin
Victoria Makaryan
Stephen Gravois
Marie Gray — Wild Cactus Therapy
Elizabeth Olang
Annie DeArmond
Morgan Moore
Emily Lewis
Meagan Corralejo
Jenn Zatopek
Counseling By Penny Haight, PLLC
Mary F Bennett
Fort Worth Counseling & Intervention
Alyssa Hilden
Aleesa Schlup
Christina Shaw
Wes Parks
Lifeologie Counseling
Christi McDonald
Allison Cornelius
JoAnna I. Dias
Jennifer Okere
Deanna Parsons
Melody Lyn Parker
Sarah Allen Supervised By Cyndi Doyle Lpc-S
Bren Berry
Ernest G Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have worked in the field of counseling for many years. My education is from Abilene Christian University and Tarleton State University. My theoretical framework consists of Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, and Person Centered approach. I enjoy helping people decrease stress, increase motivation, and achieve work-life balance. I treat a wide range of areas, though I specialize in areas of,
LGBTQ
, gender/identity issues, geriatric, Alzheimer's, low self-esteem, addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Tabitha Maler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I empower
LGBTQ
+ people to step out of unhelpful patterns, create satisfying relationships and find simple, realistic solutions that actually work.
What would you be capable of if you could let go of what’s not working for you?
Melissa A Gonzales
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have also worked with clients who struggle with loss and grief, anger management, self esteem issues and those in the
LGBTQ
+ community.
Hi my name is Melissa and I am a licensed professional counselor. My focus is to help others along their path to change, self reflection and healing.
Metroplex Mental Health, PLLC
MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Therapy tailored to meet your needs. Do you find yourself having more bad days than good ones? Are there times it feels like one more thing in your world will make you snap? Tired of constantly fighting over money and laundry and who fed the dog last? Tapped out by the demands of social media? Relationship problems? How about lacking general direction in your life and wanting to explore more of who you are and want you want in the world? Depression? Anxiety? Spirituality?
LGBTQIA
+? Testing to better understand yourself? We understand what it means to be wonderfully complex people who want to live a happier and healthier life.
Landry Therapy Group PLLC - Arlington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We offer treatment services for marital/couple, anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-injury, suicidal ideation/attempt, bipolar disorder,
lesbian
,
gay
, bi-sexual,
transgender
issues, & general life stresses & stressors.
*TAKING NEW CLIENTS* Our goal is to form a bond of trust and commitment with our clients. With the proper support and guidance in their lives, we believe people have an inherent ability to persevere through struggles with which they are confronted. Lisa works with adults, individuals, couples, and
LGBTQ
+. Our other 8 therapists work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. We help clients with anxiety, depression, self harm/suicidal ideation, trauma, addiction, issues resulting from trauma, and life's daily struggles. We would like to help you foster a healthier style of living to ensure your future well-being.
Rebekka N Ouer
LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a therapist with over 20 years of experience & a published author who has worked with
LGBT
individuals, couples, & families at this practice for over a decade. If you or someone you love are within this population and looking for a therapist who understands the unique aspects of life within this community, know that you have come to the right place. Come into therapy confident that this therapist knows & understands the unique challenges facing our community in Texas, and know that you will be safe here.
Lauren Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Welcome! I'm so glad you are here. My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, meaning I center your safety and comfort. I work to empower you to utilize your innate capacity for healing and growth and to uncover the strengths that already exist within you through either EMDR or talk therapy. I am trained in EMDR through an EMDRIA certified trainer. I typically see people going through life transitions, struggling with depression or anxiety, trauma/abuse survivors, those seeking to enhance their communication skills or establish healthier boundaries, and members of the
LGBTQIA
+ community.
Jonathan Byrne
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified
Verified
Hello! How can I help you grow and develop today? My therapeutic approach is to foster authentic relationships and an environment where clients feel safe and comfortable sharing. Whether that be individually, with your significant other, or even with your family I hope to work with system to identify, heal, and develop a new relationship with life's hurdles. For clients experiencing
LGBTQ
+ issues I have an extensive background in that subject. Through collaboration we can use your inner strengths to form a healthier you.
Laura Rosser
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
What I bring to the table is a varied resume of experience working with
LGBTQ+
IA, Veterans, Couples, and individuals from private practice settings, crisis intervention centers, family resources center, crisis respites centers, inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
Howdy! The techniques I utilize are from the foundations of Person Centered and Solution Focused Theory with some art therapy mixed in (if you are comfortable with experimenting with creative therapy). During our first session, we will discuss what goals you would like to accomplish during our time together. My philosophy of therapy is, I feel you are the authority in your life and therapy can be a catalyst to identify barriers keeping you from achieving goals. We would be joining together as a team to process, help identify goals, and strategies to hopefully assist in ma
See more therapy options for
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.