Lesbian Therapists in Vancouver, WA
I work with people who are trying to make sense of experiences that don't fit neatly - whether that's trauma, identity, relationships, or internal states that feel hard to hold. I love working with LGBTQ+ folks, neurodiverse individuals, and people who have been impacted by trauma, especially where those identities and experiences overlap.
One of the most important things I do is stay present with you and in relationship with you as you are, even when things feel messy or unclear. Sometimes that looks like asking, "Do you want help figuring out what's going on right now, or do you just need it to be okay that it's going on."
I work with people who are trying to make sense of experiences that don't fit neatly - whether that's trauma, identity, relationships, or internal states that feel hard to hold. I love working with LGBTQ+ folks, neurodiverse individuals, and people who have been impacted by trauma, especially where those identities and experiences overlap.
One of the most important things I do is stay present with you and in relationship with you as you are, even when things feel messy or unclear. Sometimes that looks like asking, "Do you want help figuring out what's going on right now, or do you just need it to be okay that it's going on."
Non-religious, science driven, evidenced based therapy is something you are looking for. You also need a place where you are comfortable swearing and discussing life events. You may struggle speaking your mind at times and may be your worst critic. Chronic stress, constant worry, or past trauma may also be a factor. Your relationships, emotional management, physical health, or sense of progress is being affected. You may recognize you are no longer being your best self and are searching for a different mindset. If you consider yourself neurodivergent, we may also be a good fit. Mid day openings are currently available.
Non-religious, science driven, evidenced based therapy is something you are looking for. You also need a place where you are comfortable swearing and discussing life events. You may struggle speaking your mind at times and may be your worst critic. Chronic stress, constant worry, or past trauma may also be a factor. Your relationships, emotional management, physical health, or sense of progress is being affected. You may recognize you are no longer being your best self and are searching for a different mindset. If you consider yourself neurodivergent, we may also be a good fit. Mid day openings are currently available.
I believe that healing begins in relationship—with others and with ourselves. My goal is to create a space where you feel free to ask any question and share every part of yourself—especially the parts that have been rejected, whether by you or by others.
I believe that healing begins in relationship—with others and with ourselves. My goal is to create a space where you feel free to ask any question and share every part of yourself—especially the parts that have been rejected, whether by you or by others.
Hi, I’m Sarah Hughes. I know what it’s like to struggle with mental health because I’ve been there myself. It can feel like a tight knot that gets tighter the more you try to unravel it. It’s having a critical voice inside you that always seems to have the answers, even when it’s not helpful. Stepping outside your comfort zone can overwhelm both your mind and body. You might feel like you’re never quite meeting expectations—simultaneously too much and not enough. It’s navigating a world that often misunderstands or doesn’t accommodate your unique strengths and challenges.
Hi, I’m Sarah Hughes. I know what it’s like to struggle with mental health because I’ve been there myself. It can feel like a tight knot that gets tighter the more you try to unravel it. It’s having a critical voice inside you that always seems to have the answers, even when it’s not helpful. Stepping outside your comfort zone can overwhelm both your mind and body. You might feel like you’re never quite meeting expectations—simultaneously too much and not enough. It’s navigating a world that often misunderstands or doesn’t accommodate your unique strengths and challenges.
I work with clients of different diagnoses, who are navigating stress, life changes, and social justice issues. My approach is holistic and integrative, focusing on empowering clients through self-awareness and mindful choices. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, or the challenges of the social and political climate, I am here to provide support and guidance. Together, we will work to build resilience and achieve lasting change.
I specialize in giving back to the LGBTQ+ community as a member; coming out in the 80s; being in non-traditional relationships; and loving my diverse family, blood and found.
I work with clients of different diagnoses, who are navigating stress, life changes, and social justice issues. My approach is holistic and integrative, focusing on empowering clients through self-awareness and mindful choices. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, or the challenges of the social and political climate, I am here to provide support and guidance. Together, we will work to build resilience and achieve lasting change.
I specialize in giving back to the LGBTQ+ community as a member; coming out in the 80s; being in non-traditional relationships; and loving my diverse family, blood and found.
Currently accepting new clients. I have credentials in three specialty areas. The first area, is I am a Certified Anxiety-Informed Professional. Are you experiencing anxiety or worry? This area includes anxiety, panic, social anxiety, OCD, fears, phobias, stress, social anxiety, and obsessions. The second focus area is emotional eating. Are you an emotional or binge eater? Do you believe you may be bulimic? Do you continually diet? Are you pre or post bariatric surgery? The third focus area is in grief and loss. This includes grief or loss in various ways. Death, terminal illness, a new medical diagnosis, miscarriage, divorce,
Currently accepting new clients. I have credentials in three specialty areas. The first area, is I am a Certified Anxiety-Informed Professional. Are you experiencing anxiety or worry? This area includes anxiety, panic, social anxiety, OCD, fears, phobias, stress, social anxiety, and obsessions. The second focus area is emotional eating. Are you an emotional or binge eater? Do you believe you may be bulimic? Do you continually diet? Are you pre or post bariatric surgery? The third focus area is in grief and loss. This includes grief or loss in various ways. Death, terminal illness, a new medical diagnosis, miscarriage, divorce,
I specialize in working with those who struggle to tolerate therapy, as well as highly sensitive, neurodivergent, and LGBTQ+ individuals. I primarily treat childhood trauma and persistently high anxiety. I work with clients to gently heal and improve their ability to function in their lives and/or reach their goals.
I specialize in working with those who struggle to tolerate therapy, as well as highly sensitive, neurodivergent, and LGBTQ+ individuals. I primarily treat childhood trauma and persistently high anxiety. I work with clients to gently heal and improve their ability to function in their lives and/or reach their goals.
Taking the first step into therapy can feel difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. I believe therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and grounded in genuine human connection. Whether you are navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, grief, or simply overwhelmed I am here to help you move forward with compassion and clarity. I bring warmth, authenticity and humor to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel hears, understood and empowered.
Taking the first step into therapy can feel difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. I believe therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and grounded in genuine human connection. Whether you are navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, grief, or simply overwhelmed I am here to help you move forward with compassion and clarity. I bring warmth, authenticity and humor to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel hears, understood and empowered.
Are you ready to find a safe place to explore what is leading to the pain and concerns in your life, while feeling more connected to yourself along the way? Do you want real effective ways to transform depression, anxiety, and other experiences into internal spaciousness, calm, and joy? Do you feel that your past continues to affect your present feelings and beliefs about yourself and the world? Do you feel that something within you is getting in the way of having the relationships you desire? Do you simply feel alone in your suffering? I would love to join you on your journey to finding greater healing and wellness.
Are you ready to find a safe place to explore what is leading to the pain and concerns in your life, while feeling more connected to yourself along the way? Do you want real effective ways to transform depression, anxiety, and other experiences into internal spaciousness, calm, and joy? Do you feel that your past continues to affect your present feelings and beliefs about yourself and the world? Do you feel that something within you is getting in the way of having the relationships you desire? Do you simply feel alone in your suffering? I would love to join you on your journey to finding greater healing and wellness.
I specialize in working with Couples, Teens/young adults and LGBTQ+ (individual & couples). My heart and passion is helping people find healing within themselves and their relationships. I have been working in Mental Health and Human Services for over 20 years. I have a strong trauma-informed approach and practice. Many of the teens/young adults who come see me LOVE my background in Expressive Art therapy. I have a heart for working with our rainbow/LGBTQ+ community, I am Kink aware, open an affirming of diverse intimate connections, there are so many ways to heal, create connection and family.
I specialize in working with Couples, Teens/young adults and LGBTQ+ (individual & couples). My heart and passion is helping people find healing within themselves and their relationships. I have been working in Mental Health and Human Services for over 20 years. I have a strong trauma-informed approach and practice. Many of the teens/young adults who come see me LOVE my background in Expressive Art therapy. I have a heart for working with our rainbow/LGBTQ+ community, I am Kink aware, open an affirming of diverse intimate connections, there are so many ways to heal, create connection and family.
Oregon residents ONLY at this time! Beginning in February 2025 I will be taking clients interested in psilocybin therapy! Get on the wait list now! Underneath whatever label is put on the "disorder de jour", my clients have one thing in common: they are all in pain & living with uncomfortable emotions. Depression taking their joy, anxiety keeping them up at night... sometimes its marital issues, struggling with the loneliness or recovering from major life transitions. I can help guide you through your pain by helping you learn ways to manage emotions while growing toward YOUR idea of your "best" self.
Oregon residents ONLY at this time! Beginning in February 2025 I will be taking clients interested in psilocybin therapy! Get on the wait list now! Underneath whatever label is put on the "disorder de jour", my clients have one thing in common: they are all in pain & living with uncomfortable emotions. Depression taking their joy, anxiety keeping them up at night... sometimes its marital issues, struggling with the loneliness or recovering from major life transitions. I can help guide you through your pain by helping you learn ways to manage emotions while growing toward YOUR idea of your "best" self.
The client/therapist relationship is at the center of positive change. Within the structure and safety of this relationship we will work together to treat anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work issues, goal attainment, and to increase overall life satisfaction. I approach this work with patience, acceptance, humor, and a firmly held believe in the ability for people to make positive change.
The client/therapist relationship is at the center of positive change. Within the structure and safety of this relationship we will work together to treat anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work issues, goal attainment, and to increase overall life satisfaction. I approach this work with patience, acceptance, humor, and a firmly held believe in the ability for people to make positive change.
NOTE: I will be accepting new clients starting August 24. Until then, I can put you on a wait-list. Counseling is the process that evokes change through vulnerability, connection, openness, trust, and bringing your inner world into the light. Discovering your purpose, meaning, dysfunctional patterns of behavior and thoughts can alleviate the weight you are carrying around. I enjoy working with people who are dealing with relationship issues (of all kinds!), anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, attachment, depression, trauma, codependency, and negative self-talk. Also, if you are neurodivergent, this is the place for you :)
NOTE: I will be accepting new clients starting August 24. Until then, I can put you on a wait-list. Counseling is the process that evokes change through vulnerability, connection, openness, trust, and bringing your inner world into the light. Discovering your purpose, meaning, dysfunctional patterns of behavior and thoughts can alleviate the weight you are carrying around. I enjoy working with people who are dealing with relationship issues (of all kinds!), anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, attachment, depression, trauma, codependency, and negative self-talk. Also, if you are neurodivergent, this is the place for you :)
Wild Rose Counseling & Consulting LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW , LMHC
Vancouver, WA 98665
As a clinical social worker, I have provided individual, couples and family therapy for decades to a wide variety of amazing clients. I know getting started in therapy can feel daunting and I can help to make that experience easier for you. Telehealth is actually quite useful, saving you time and money by allowing us to connect quickly via computer, iPad or phone through a HIPPA compliant Zoom. I always love meeting the family pet when clients meet from home, pets often want to be in the middle of the fun! Clients meet on their lunch hour, at a park or back yard, at home or in their offices, anywhere that offers privacy & wi-fi.
As a clinical social worker, I have provided individual, couples and family therapy for decades to a wide variety of amazing clients. I know getting started in therapy can feel daunting and I can help to make that experience easier for you. Telehealth is actually quite useful, saving you time and money by allowing us to connect quickly via computer, iPad or phone through a HIPPA compliant Zoom. I always love meeting the family pet when clients meet from home, pets often want to be in the middle of the fun! Clients meet on their lunch hour, at a park or back yard, at home or in their offices, anywhere that offers privacy & wi-fi.
You are ready to stop patterns that involve giving your power away. You are looking for more fulfillment in life and are ready to reclaim your authentic self. You are tired of feeling like everything else comes before your dreams, goals, empowerment and mental health. You who want to learn how to build more loving awareness and compassion towards yourself in order to support your best life. You are interested in learning more about what makes you who you are, how to shift out of unhealthy beliefs and figure out what’s holding you back from securing happiness and abundance for yourself. Resonate? Then, let's work together.
You are ready to stop patterns that involve giving your power away. You are looking for more fulfillment in life and are ready to reclaim your authentic self. You are tired of feeling like everything else comes before your dreams, goals, empowerment and mental health. You who want to learn how to build more loving awareness and compassion towards yourself in order to support your best life. You are interested in learning more about what makes you who you are, how to shift out of unhealthy beliefs and figure out what’s holding you back from securing happiness and abundance for yourself. Resonate? Then, let's work together.
Youth and adult openings. I am an experienced Clinical Social Worker that has extensive training treating anxiety, depression, and trauma. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is very important and through relationship comes healing. My approach to therapy is holistic, compassionate, and collaborative. I offer EMDR and cross-discipline holistic support to help you grow and heal. I am also an IASIS Micro Current Nuerofeedback (MCN) provider. MCN is a safe, revolutionary, technology that uses the brain wave feedback to create new neuropathways. This treatment can be combined with therapy to achieve stability quicker.
Youth and adult openings. I am an experienced Clinical Social Worker that has extensive training treating anxiety, depression, and trauma. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is very important and through relationship comes healing. My approach to therapy is holistic, compassionate, and collaborative. I offer EMDR and cross-discipline holistic support to help you grow and heal. I am also an IASIS Micro Current Nuerofeedback (MCN) provider. MCN is a safe, revolutionary, technology that uses the brain wave feedback to create new neuropathways. This treatment can be combined with therapy to achieve stability quicker.
I am glad you are here and I would like to help you find the right support. I work with adults and couples in the Seattle & Portland, areas who struggle with adjustment, managing emotions, or relationships. I believe we all already have exactly what we need. I find it quite rewarding to team up with clients and find ways to harness their strengths. I am relationship-based and balance compassion with frank communication. Let’s look together and make a plan for how to realize your best self. I particularly enjoy working with parents and caregivers in non-traditional families, including queer, trans, and polyamorous households.
I am glad you are here and I would like to help you find the right support. I work with adults and couples in the Seattle & Portland, areas who struggle with adjustment, managing emotions, or relationships. I believe we all already have exactly what we need. I find it quite rewarding to team up with clients and find ways to harness their strengths. I am relationship-based and balance compassion with frank communication. Let’s look together and make a plan for how to realize your best self. I particularly enjoy working with parents and caregivers in non-traditional families, including queer, trans, and polyamorous households.
I offer Individual, Couples & Relationship, and Children & Family Therapy in my practice. My work with you will be centered on supporting you in understanding your experiences and setting meaningful goals that feel right for your life. I am honored to be invited into a healing space with individuals, couples, and families. I know that the act of living is beautiful, difficult, amazing, and complicated. We will sit together in the difficult realities, the illuminating ‘ah-ha’ moments, and through the seasons of what it is to be alive. Come as you are and know I will show up as your advocate and collaborator in therapy.
I offer Individual, Couples & Relationship, and Children & Family Therapy in my practice. My work with you will be centered on supporting you in understanding your experiences and setting meaningful goals that feel right for your life. I am honored to be invited into a healing space with individuals, couples, and families. I know that the act of living is beautiful, difficult, amazing, and complicated. We will sit together in the difficult realities, the illuminating ‘ah-ha’ moments, and through the seasons of what it is to be alive. Come as you are and know I will show up as your advocate and collaborator in therapy.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University. I have experience working with young adults, adults, and senior ages in individual and group settings. Utilizing an eclectic approach, I aim to partner with you to help you achieve your goals.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University. I have experience working with young adults, adults, and senior ages in individual and group settings. Utilizing an eclectic approach, I aim to partner with you to help you achieve your goals.
I am now welcoming new clients! It can be really difficult here and now to live a life that allows you to thrive. I offer support for people struggling, people who want to feel better, who want to grow. I am a good fit for people who want to shift their relationships with themselves, with loved ones, with standards that don’t fit. l am trans and non-binary, and I have a special place in my practice for LGBTQ+ people of all kinds, especially people on the trans and gender diverse spectrum. I love supporting people transitioning into parenthood, out of school and into work, and into new eras.
I am now welcoming new clients! It can be really difficult here and now to live a life that allows you to thrive. I offer support for people struggling, people who want to feel better, who want to grow. I am a good fit for people who want to shift their relationships with themselves, with loved ones, with standards that don’t fit. l am trans and non-binary, and I have a special place in my practice for LGBTQ+ people of all kinds, especially people on the trans and gender diverse spectrum. I love supporting people transitioning into parenthood, out of school and into work, and into new eras.
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What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.