LGBTQ+ Therapists in Port Orchard, WA
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Peter Elliot Thomas
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I am
trans
and I have many years of experience working within the
LGBTQ
+ community.
My goal as your therapist is to help you develop a deep sense of your authentic self, and to cultivate your own strength and confidence in your ability to handle what life throws at you. We will work together primarily through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS), an intuitive and evidence-based approach to therapy. Have you ever used the phrase "Part of me feels..." to describe an internal conflict? IFS takes the idea of "parts" and provides a framework for healing the wounded parts of yourself. By approaching these "parts" with compassion and understanding, we create new space for you to live your life free of old burdens.
Port Orchard, WA 98366
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Patrick Graves
Counselor, BS, MA, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
4/9/23 Taking new clients! Poulsbo or Port Orchard locations. Seniors, Couples, Adults, Adolescents. Eclectic, client centered, flexible, & solution focused. My priority is change YOU want, YOUR goals, and outcomes. Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationships, Addictions, Men's issues. Unfulfilled? Work is tailored to achieve meaningful, enduring change in any circumstance. Using CBT, awareness, acceptance (ACT) and combination contemporary, innovative modalities to build resilience and courage to face change. Christian counseling &
LGBTQ
friendly. Ask about outdoor therapy adventures! Also www.worthypursuitsnorthwest.com
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Ashley G. Lucas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am well-versed in the issues that
LGBTQ
+, BIPOC, and neurodivergent people face in today's world.
I work with individuals, couples, and families from all types of backgrounds. I am a very come-as-you-are therapist. Humans are messy and inconsistent, we crave change and also dig our heels in to avoid it. I love to work with people who are willing to examine these inconsistencies, who are open to new perspectives and taking steps to feeling more at peace--even in this truly chaotic time in history!
Not accepting new clients
D. Michael Coy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Perhaps you're seeking relief after struggling with the same problem for years. You kept hoping that it would go away on its own, but it just keeps dogging you. Or, a current situation is bringing back old, unpleasant feelings or frustrating behaviors that you thought you had "dealt with", and it's negatively affecting both you and other people in your life. Maybe you're experiencing something now that you've never faced before, and your normal ways of coping just aren't working as well (or at all).
Christine Thurston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
All people experience problems and at times we all need someone that we can trust to assist us with those challenges. As a therapist, my approach is accepting, empathetic, and flexible, and I strive to form a relationship with my clients that is built on trust and respect. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, together identifying the growth and change that they desire for their lives. I work to help my clients uncover their internal resources and strengths and expand their understanding of their experiences in order to empower them to make the changes that they desire.
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Alexa Farris
Counselor, LMHCA, SUDP
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck? Ready to make a change, but not sure where to begin? You are not alone! I am a mental health and substance use counselor based in Kitsap County, WA and providing telehealth services throughout Washington. I work with a variety of issues, including substance abuse and addiction, mood disorders, self-harm, suicidal ideation, grief, low self-esteem, and exploring gender identity and sexual orientation. I work primarily with individual adults and teenagers ages 13+.
Waitlist for new clients
Hannah Merley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSWA, MS
Verified
Verified
I’m an associate licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist who specializes in helping teenagers and adults improve their quality of life by healing big and small traumas through Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and cognitive behavioral therapy. As undesirable symptoms (e.g., depression; anxiety; and numbing behaviors such as isolation, avoidance, and addiction) are often the result of unprocessed trauma, healing the pain can change your life for the better.
Robin Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Clients will often say, “I went to a therapist and they just sat there and listened and nodded.” I’m more than a listen and nod therapist; I would describe myself as an action oriented and interactive therapist. I work with clients to identify strengths and focus in on negative self-talk that is creating a stagnant or distressing situation. Whether you are trying to overcome anxiety, master depression, cope with loss, or survive your child’s teen years you will reach your goals more rapidly by focusing on your strengths.
Victoria Tierney
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Hello! During this uncertain time, I am taking new patients by phone and via Telemental Health video conferencing. You can explore the challenges affecting your daily life. I honor diversity and support you in determining your personal goals. Your needs are addressed in the safety of personal phone, video, or face-to-face sessions (when we can). We plan your treatment together by addressing your needs: anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, among other mental health challenges- along with family and/or relationship complications. I work with adults, teens, couples, parents, families. I look forward to meeting you.
Kathy A. Pregnall
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS, CCTP
Verified
Verified
Seeking counseling can be one of the most difficult decisions a person can make. It is also one of the bravest decisions. Day to day life is stressful, and at times, life tosses us a curveball. My goal is to help you identify your strengths, and help you navigate through the stresses and transitions that many people struggle with. You are not alone, and I am so glad that you are here. Some of my areas of focus are on addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, as well as family dynamics.
Not accepting new clients
Sonja Sackman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I believe good therapy is a bit like alchemy. As in alchemy we work to turn lead into gold: the heaviness of a weary psyche into the brightness of the luminescent soul. And like alchemy, even the most thorough rational or scientific understanding of the process is insufficient to account for psychological metamorphosis. I work with people who would like to use their capacity for memory and imagination as a force for change in themselves and their circumstances and I help people manifest their vision within the context of everyday life.
Kambera Patterson
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I work from a person-centered approach that draws from other theoretical techniques designed to address your individual needs and goals. The process of counseling is to understand you as a unique person; explore and gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, experiences, and behavior; and enhance quality of life by implementing parts of the counseling process into your daily living. Our therapeutic relationship will be collaborative and we will work together towards setting and meeting your counseling goals.
Anne Douglass
Counselor, MA, LMHC, SUDP
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
I work with clients who struggle with relationship and family issues, dysfunctional families, family alcoholism/addiction, adult children of alcoholics (ACOA), stress, anxiety, depression, and codependency. I also work with perinatal mood disorders which includes traumatic birth, new mothers and working moms. My experience includes over a decade of working in community mental health, psychological research at University of Washington and Fred Hutch CRC, outpatient drug & alcohol treatment centers, and my private practice. I provide therapy to facilitate the pursuit of a healthy, peaceful and insight-oriented lifestyle.
Glenda DeMatty
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC, MHP, CCTS-I
Verified
Verified
You are welcome here. Alder Wellness & Counseling, PLLC is named for the alder tree, a tree native to the Pacific Northwest known for its strength and balance, bridging and grounding. Often, our sense of well-being relies on finding balance in our lives. Emotional health is closely linked with physical and spiritual health. Sometimes, our well-being is thrown out of balance because of traumatic events, whether recent or from long ago. My goal is to help you find balance in your life in an individualized and holistic way.
Waitlist for new clients
Bethany N Donovan
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Are you looking to recover from trauma, anxiety, self-doubt, self-criticism, and negative thought patterns? Are you unsure of where to start and feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking for someone to shed some light in areas you cannot yet see clearly for yourself and to help you create a roadmap from where you are to where you want to be? We can create goals and a plan for moving forward together. If you're ready to put in the work it takes to heal and prefer a collaborative approach to therapy wherein you are in charge but will have a caring guide to walk beside you, then we will be a great match.
Jennifer Tynna Irwin
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Have you been impacted by problematic relationships, infidelity, or sex addiction? You might feel lost, betrayed, and alone. Do you ask yourself, "How do I keep ending up in these relationships?". Are you afraid to be alone even when your partner is clearly unhealthy? Core beliefs are the foundation of our being but when they cause us pain, embarrassment, and shame we can become depressed, anxious, fake, and withdrawn. Do you compare yourself to others (I call this Comparanoia)? Do you tell yourself “I am stupid”, “I am worthless”, or “I am not good enough”? If so, then your core beliefs may be contributing to your pain today.
Not accepting new clients
Maxie Pape
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSWAIC
Verified
Verified
Welcome, I am glad you made it! My name is Maxie. I have found a love of working alongside individuals who find themselves struggling with finding purpose and identity. Whether you are a new parent working your way back to yourself (or your partner), a teen struggling with depression, anxiety, or finding your sense of self, or maybe you're someone who struggles with grief and loss, I am ready to walk with you through it.
Office is near:
Port Orchard, WA 98366 Not accepting new clients
Spencer Erwin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am currently offering both Telehealth and in-person sessions. I work specifically with clients who have a desire to learn more about themselves, and to increase their experience of vulnerability. While employing a holistic mind, body and spirit perspective, my approach validates each client as having the answers and abilities within themselves to become the best person they can be.
Phylly Bland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified
Verified
I am committed to helping adult individuals and couples find deeper understanding, connection, and peace in their lives. I work with adults on anxiety, overwhelm, loneliness, relationship issues, conflict, life changes and transitions, dating, parenting, friendship, identity work, and more. My work focuses on first identifying and communicating emotional experiences; and then tracking and disrupting patterns that occur individually and in relationships. I believe in collaborating side by side to define and work toward your goals together.
Andrea Mooradian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSWA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe in the importance of building a therapeutic relationship and connection with my clients in a safe environment for them to be heard and understood. I help clients better understand and accept themselves, while using their strengths to create positive, meaningful changes in their lives. I treat a wide variety of issues using individualized treatment modalities based on clients’ needs and the aspects of themselves and their lives they want to grow and work on.
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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.