LGBTQ+ Therapists in North Richland Hills, TX
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Valerie Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CRC, CBIST
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a
LGBT
+ affirming therapist and work with individuals, teens, couples and families.
Life can be wonderful, interesting, challenging but no one ever said it would be easy! Never before have we faced such a difficult onslaught of problems affecting our work, school, social and even medical aspects of our lives. The good news is that counseling has never been easier to access. Our friends tell us what we want to hear, counselors tell us what we need to hear and give us the tools to make changes to help us on our journey. I have been a counselor since 1991 and am just as passionate about my work today as the day I started.
(817) 396-6965
Office is near:
North Richland Hills, TX 76180 & Online
Waitlist for new clients
Hallie Kline
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hallie works with teens 16+, adults, and couples. Hallie's approach to therapy and wellness is holistic. She has interests in working with anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, sexual issues, relationship issues, codependency, and low self-esteem. She works comfortably with different multicultural issues, existential issues, military issues, and the
LGBTQ
+ population. She is a body-positive enthusiast and an advocate for breaking the stigma on substance use addictions. She believes in the power of the mind and body connection and ways we can incorporate physical and social remedies into healing.
Scott Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
As a therapist, I am based in attachment theory and I identify as
gay
, American-Mexican, and ex-military.
Accepting clients as of June 2023. I work with couples on topics such as polyamory, sexuality, infidelity, codependency, and addiction. As a therapist, I value honesty above all else because if we're not honest about what is bothering us, we can't fix it- that means that we have to sometimes be truthful to ourselves or sometimes be truthful to our partners. I am extremely direct as a therapist, I use plenty of dark humor, and my clients often describe me as the most effective therapist they have worked with. Please feel free to email me for a consultation and check out my website for group therapy I offer for addiction/codependency!
Bridges To Crossroads Counseling & IOP Care
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC
Verified
11 Endorsed
Verified
11 Endorsed
"The treasure is in the work". (J. Kwik). At Bridges To Crossroads Counseling & IOP Care, our clinicians will identify, address and transform the way you are feeling, thinking and behaving to promote positive emotional health. We will help you to develop strategies to reach your goals of emotional and mental well- being. You can be the difference that you want to see in your life.... Allow us to help you discover that difference.
Kaliah Sami
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified
Verified
Hello! I am Kaliah and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since 2003. I obtained my Bachelors in Social Work from Texas Christian University and Masters of Social Work from University of Texas at Arlington. I am currently working on my Doctorate of Clinical Social Work at Walden University.
Valette Liedtke-Hendrickson Phd
Psychologist, PhD, MA, CSM, EIFT
Verified
Verified
Licensed Psychologist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology and Behavioral Medicine/Health Psychology. 30 years experience. Certified Stress Management Specialist, Eating Disorders Specialist, and Disaster Traumatologist. My approach is cognitive-behavioraI, and I believe therapy should be an enjoyable interactive learning experience where concrete skill sets are learned and goals set and achieved. In addition, I try to make it a fun process, where we use humor and a positive approach to life problems. I enjoy working with women experiencing depression, stress, anxiety, medical disorders, eating disorders and obesity.
Lauren Crowley Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Virtual therapy in TX! Specializing in adult ADHD, codependency, family of origin issues, and alternative spirituality. If you are hoping to process difficult topics with your loved ones, I offer my experience in navigating challenging topics such as sexual abuse, trauma, gender/sexuality, life transitions, and codependency. My clients are often trying to find a healthy balance between individual happiness and connection. I also work with those on alternative spiritual paths, and those that have experienced anomalous phenomena (altered states, precognition, awakenings, and the unexplained).
Jorge Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
There’s some similarity between therapy and taking care of plants. Etiolation is a process that occurs in plants when they grow in an environment that isn’t suited to their needs. This process helps them survive in that specific environment but can make the plant weaker and more likely to experience future damage. Living with mental health concerns has likely affected you in a similar way, in limiting what you think is possible for yourself, how you’ve grown in your life, and stopping you from growing into the impressive plant you are.
Mia Nickerson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, L, P, C, A
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My belief is that everyone is worthy of help, especially when they are struggling. That being said you must be willing to put in the work to accomplish the result and part of my role as a counselor is to assist you in that work process. During that time, we will identify your strengths, develop, and expand your coping skills, and continue to gain further psycho-educational knowledge that will guide you in your continued growth and development towards a deeper healthier mental head space, that will accompany you in future obstacles.
Valerie Colorado
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Have you noticed that your way of thinking, feeling, or doing things isn't quite the same as others in your life? Perhaps your body language, social skills, interests, behaviors, or general preferences don't seem to match others? Or maybe you have a child who was recently diagnosed with autism, and you recognize some of the same characteristics in yourself? You might even suspect that you have autism spectrum disorder, even though you never received a diagnosis as a child. A diagnosis of autism as an adult can come as a surprise.
Emily Weaver
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, Ed S, NCC
Verified
Verified
Emily has experience in treating adolescent and adult individuals with various mental health and addiction concerns including mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, co-dependency, personality disorders, substance abuse and dependency, and co-occurring disorders with substance use. Emily has a passion for the treatment of co-occurring disorders with substance use, including depression, anxiety, and trauma. Emily works well with clients that need an empathetic ear, willing to put in the work to improve themselves or their lives, and require motivation and support in a compassionate way.
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Christy Dobbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have a passion for helping children deal with big emotions. Children, often, do not have the ability to verbally express their feelings in words, and, therefore, my preferred approach is child-centered play therapy, which utilizes play as a medium for self-expression. Child-centered play therapy allows a child the freedom to process through the complex emotions they are experiencing, in a safe, contained space, and within a therapeutic relationship. Typically, children being able to communicate and experience their feelings in the playroom will alleviate the behavioral concerns that may result from emotional distress.
Martha Franek-Montanez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR, PMH-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Everyone deserves a supportive place to feel heard. I believe in a holistic and personalized approach to therapy that best fits each individual. Using my clinical and empathy skills I help individuals and families are who are facing challenges with infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. Welcoming a child into this world can be exciting but it can also be a difficult and life changing event that perhaps did not follow the plan that you expected. You don't have to go through this alone and I would be honored to support you through any challenge that you are facing.
Dr. Yvette Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, LSOTP
Verified
Verified
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
Cristina Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
As humans we all experience various types of adversity over the lifespan. I believe these challenges can be an opportunity for healing, growth, and renewal. As a professional counselor with over 20 years of combined experience, I recognize how difficult it can be to be vulnerable and seek help. I create a warm, compassionate environment where you are able to be yourself, as I assist you in processing your feelings, gaining self-awareness, and exploring unhealthy patterns of thinking, behaving and relating. I work with you to reimagine and achieve the healthiest version of yourself within your relationships, workplace, and family.
Allison Maspero
LPC Associate, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Society tells us what to feel, enjoy, experience, and what is beautiful. Screw societal norms and expectations. Let's break those barriers and create new norms. Want to try kink, poly, or open marriage? Great! Let's find the best way to do it! Feel that panic growing during confrontation? So do I. Let's find healthy ways to reduce it. Having relationship problems? We all do, no one is perfect; but we can learn to communicate better. Overweight? Me too! I'm beautiful and so are you!
Chelsi Najera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Let's be honest life isn’t always easy. I am here to help you and/or your family work through some of life’s more challenging problems. I am here to focus on your needs first and your goals! I am focused on helping individuals, couples, or families who struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, couple's issues, family issues, and overall issues, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. I can help create a better communication and a deeper connection. I am focused and have plenty of experience on various issues with, Veterans and their families. You don't have to feel alone, I am ready to assist you.
Mindy Mauldin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience working with a wide array of clients. I commonly treat clients with depression, anxiety, and ADHD. I also have quite a bit of experience with clients who have lost someone dear to them, and are trying to find a way though that grief. In addition to those areas, I also treat a number of other issues not yet mentioned, such as bipolar disorder, OCD, problems in interpersonal relationships, stress management, career-related concerns, trauma, and more.
Gina Astuto
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Art Therapy is proof that a picture is worth 1,000 words. Using art creates an opportunity to express what is difficult, or seemingly impossible, to say with words. No prior art experience or skill is needed to benefit from Art Therapy- Even stick figures are expressive! Art therapy can help children, adolescents, and adults: Explore emotions, reduce anxiety/depression symptoms, build self-esteem, develop self-awareness, manage behavior/addictions, & cultivate emotional resilience and healing. The goal of Art Therapy is to utilize the creative process to find new ways of self-expression, gain insight, and develop new coping skills.
Melissa Chase
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello! My name is Melisa Chase. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a bachelor of science in special education from Lee University and a master of social work from University of Texas at Arlington. I have over 6 years of experience in mental/behavioral health with the majority of that time working with children and adolescents. I have a little over 3 years of experience in working as a program therapist in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
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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.