LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Eau Claire, WI
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, you’re constantly wondering whether you are in a safe place to be your authentic self.
Clients come to me looking for a therapist who can help them overcome their anxiety, set boundaries, and/or feel more confident in their bodies and minds. I am a fully affirming queer therapist whose goal is to help you explore and accept who you are, advocating and walking alongside you the entire way.
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, you’re constantly wondering whether you are in a safe place to be your authentic self.
Clients come to me looking for a therapist who can help them overcome their anxiety, set boundaries, and/or feel more confident in their bodies and minds. I am a fully affirming queer therapist whose goal is to help you explore and accept who you are, advocating and walking alongside you the entire way.
As a licensed psychologist and non-binary, queer, liberation-focused therapist, I am dedicated to providing a transformative therapeutic experience that centers on your journey toward self-empowerment and joy.
I practice from an interpersonal, feminist, and liberation-focused framework. I see clients as experts on themselves, and see my role as supporting individuals in identifying ways to enact change within their lives. My therapeutic style is rooted in collaboration and empowerment, with analysis of systems of oppression and how they impact lived experience.
As a licensed psychologist and non-binary, queer, liberation-focused therapist, I am dedicated to providing a transformative therapeutic experience that centers on your journey toward self-empowerment and joy.
I practice from an interpersonal, feminist, and liberation-focused framework. I see clients as experts on themselves, and see my role as supporting individuals in identifying ways to enact change within their lives. My therapeutic style is rooted in collaboration and empowerment, with analysis of systems of oppression and how they impact lived experience.
Amber Greuel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I support adults, adolescents, couples, and families of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, including LGBTQIA+ and kink communities.
I specialize in marriage and family therapy, parenting/co-parenting, blended families, trauma-informed care, schema-focused therapy, and treating behavioral and substance use disorders. I also support individuals in managing stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, helping them navigate life's challenges with compassion and understanding.
I support adults, adolescents, couples, and families of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, including LGBTQIA+ and kink communities.
I specialize in marriage and family therapy, parenting/co-parenting, blended families, trauma-informed care, schema-focused therapy, and treating behavioral and substance use disorders. I also support individuals in managing stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, helping them navigate life's challenges with compassion and understanding.
I have experience working with a wide range of presenting concerns, including but not limited to: anxiety, trauma, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ issues, relationship challenges, mood disorders, work/school/life stress, and self-esteem.
I take a pragmatic, multi-modal, and humanistic approach to therapy, which includes integrating person-centered, attachment-based, CBT, and family-systems perspectives. Recognizing that every individual is the expert on their own life, I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs with openness, respect, and adaptability.
I have experience working with a wide range of presenting concerns, including but not limited to: anxiety, trauma, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ issues, relationship challenges, mood disorders, work/school/life stress, and self-esteem.
I take a pragmatic, multi-modal, and humanistic approach to therapy, which includes integrating person-centered, attachment-based, CBT, and family-systems perspectives. Recognizing that every individual is the expert on their own life, I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs with openness, respect, and adaptability.
I am a queer and trans-identified therapist licensed in Ohio, Wisconsin, Iowa, Delaware, & California.
Very few of us were given the tools and affirmation needed to navigate sex, identity, and relationships, despite these things being a fundamental part of our humanity. I am a sex & relationship therapist passionate about reducing sexual shame, fostering a lens of curiosity and self-acceptance in sexuality, building a sense of playfulness and confidence, developing a personal acumen of sexual values, and unlearning messages of sex-negative cultures.
Here are some of the topics that often come up in sex & relationship therapy with the folks I work with:
I am a queer and trans-identified therapist licensed in Ohio, Wisconsin, Iowa, Delaware, & California.
Very few of us were given the tools and affirmation needed to navigate sex, identity, and relationships, despite these things being a fundamental part of our humanity. I am a sex & relationship therapist passionate about reducing sexual shame, fostering a lens of curiosity and self-acceptance in sexuality, building a sense of playfulness and confidence, developing a personal acumen of sexual values, and unlearning messages of sex-negative cultures.
Here are some of the topics that often come up in sex & relationship therapy with the folks I work with:
I work with neurodivergent adults—including late-diagnosed, AFAB, and LGBTQIA+ individuals—as well as parents raising neurodivergent kids.
You might be diagnosed or self-diagnosed as autistic or ADHD. Maybe you’re a neurodivergent parent trying to support your child while doing your best just to get through the day. Or maybe you’ve often felt like you experience the world more intensely than others—or like you just don’t quite fit. If you’re exhausted from masking, overwhelmed by the world, or longing for a space that finally feels safe—I want you to know: I see you. You’re not alone here. There’s room for all of you.
I work with neurodivergent adults—including late-diagnosed, AFAB, and LGBTQIA+ individuals—as well as parents raising neurodivergent kids.
You might be diagnosed or self-diagnosed as autistic or ADHD. Maybe you’re a neurodivergent parent trying to support your child while doing your best just to get through the day. Or maybe you’ve often felt like you experience the world more intensely than others—or like you just don’t quite fit. If you’re exhausted from masking, overwhelmed by the world, or longing for a space that finally feels safe—I want you to know: I see you. You’re not alone here. There’s room for all of you.
I take a systemic approach to therapy and strive to be inclusive, equitable and LGBTQ+ affirming.
Each of us can have a life worth living. If you are burned out or stressed out, or if you find yourself having the same, repeated conflicts with your loved ones, therapy can help. Therapy can help you interact differently with the stressors in your life. We can all benefit from therapy by gaining insight into ourselves, creating new patterns in our relationships or finding helpful ways to cope with life’s difficulties. Each person has the ability to find contentment, peace and meaning in life. It takes courage to reach out. I use a caring, non-judgmental approach to support clients in the important work of healing.
I take a systemic approach to therapy and strive to be inclusive, equitable and LGBTQ+ affirming.
Each of us can have a life worth living. If you are burned out or stressed out, or if you find yourself having the same, repeated conflicts with your loved ones, therapy can help. Therapy can help you interact differently with the stressors in your life. We can all benefit from therapy by gaining insight into ourselves, creating new patterns in our relationships or finding helpful ways to cope with life’s difficulties. Each person has the ability to find contentment, peace and meaning in life. It takes courage to reach out. I use a caring, non-judgmental approach to support clients in the important work of healing.
Passionate about helping others, I offer a space that is safe and genuine to members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and offer services to adults, couples, and adolescents.
Trained in various treatment modalities, I offer treatment options for those suffering from trauma-related issues, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and various personality disorders. I have specialized training in EMDR, DBT, and mindfulness practices, which aim to assist you in treating your whole self.
Passionate about helping others, I offer a space that is safe and genuine to members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and offer services to adults, couples, and adolescents.
Trained in various treatment modalities, I offer treatment options for those suffering from trauma-related issues, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and various personality disorders. I have specialized training in EMDR, DBT, and mindfulness practices, which aim to assist you in treating your whole self.
Citadel Counseling & Skills Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Eau Claire, WI 54703
I am an LGBTQ+ ally.
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 5 years of professional clinical experience, specifically working with family systems, couples therapy, and individual therapy. I also have worked with all ages. Before that, I had experience in emergency settings and case management. As my role as a therapist, I feel very privileged to be a part of your journey and discovery in therapy. I believe in unconditional positive regard towards my clients, and adhere to the clinically-proven belief that the client-counselor relationship is the highest indicator of successful therapy- more so than any specific modality.
I am an LGBTQ+ ally.
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 5 years of professional clinical experience, specifically working with family systems, couples therapy, and individual therapy. I also have worked with all ages. Before that, I had experience in emergency settings and case management. As my role as a therapist, I feel very privileged to be a part of your journey and discovery in therapy. I believe in unconditional positive regard towards my clients, and adhere to the clinically-proven belief that the client-counselor relationship is the highest indicator of successful therapy- more so than any specific modality.
I'm especially passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and anyone who feels like they don’t quite fit the mold.
Sometimes we go through things that leave us feeling stuck, lost, or unsure of whom to turn to. Therapy can be a space to talk things through, feel understood, and start finding your way forward. My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, with a focus on honesty, compassion
I'm especially passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and anyone who feels like they don’t quite fit the mold.
Sometimes we go through things that leave us feeling stuck, lost, or unsure of whom to turn to. Therapy can be a space to talk things through, feel understood, and start finding your way forward. My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, with a focus on honesty, compassion
Coltan Schoenike
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LAMFT
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
As a queer and trans person, the lack of information was exponentially worse.
I trained in one of the longest-running accredited marriage and family therapy programs in the United States and furthered that education with an additional graduate certificate in Sex Therapy. I feel this training has made me more than equipped to help with relationships with ourselves and others, especially for people in the LGBTQIA+ communities.
As a queer and trans person, the lack of information was exponentially worse.
I trained in one of the longest-running accredited marriage and family therapy programs in the United States and furthered that education with an additional graduate certificate in Sex Therapy. I feel this training has made me more than equipped to help with relationships with ourselves and others, especially for people in the LGBTQIA+ communities.
I’m brown, queer, gender-affirming, sex-positive, and here to help you build deep, satisfying relationships.
I focus on strengthening meaningful relationships that have become a struggle; whether that be with a partner, friends, culture, work or with yourself. I approach communication and emotions in both concrete and meaningful ways by finding your relational language and teaching skills to better communicate and relate in all parts of your life.
I’m brown, queer, gender-affirming, sex-positive, and here to help you build deep, satisfying relationships.
I focus on strengthening meaningful relationships that have become a struggle; whether that be with a partner, friends, culture, work or with yourself. I approach communication and emotions in both concrete and meaningful ways by finding your relational language and teaching skills to better communicate and relate in all parts of your life.
I am a body-positive, queer, neurodivergent, wonderful person.
Our work together will be trauma-informed, collaborative, sex-positive, body-positive, kink-positive, and systemic in its approach. My theoretical approach to therapy incorporates Internal Family Systems and Solution-focused Therapy.
I am a body-positive, queer, neurodivergent, wonderful person.
Our work together will be trauma-informed, collaborative, sex-positive, body-positive, kink-positive, and systemic in its approach. My theoretical approach to therapy incorporates Internal Family Systems and Solution-focused Therapy.
Do you feel overwhelmed by emotions or physical symptoms, such as hopelessness, pain, or panic? Does the thought of being present with your body feel uncomfortable or even scary? In my work, I help folks of all backgrounds find a sense of safety in their body after experiences of trauma, chronic pain, and body-based oppression (transphobia, anti-fat bias, ableism, racism, etc.). We’ll work together to understand and befriend your nervous system and build upon experiences of safety and connection to promote healing and emotional well-being.
Do you feel overwhelmed by emotions or physical symptoms, such as hopelessness, pain, or panic? Does the thought of being present with your body feel uncomfortable or even scary? In my work, I help folks of all backgrounds find a sense of safety in their body after experiences of trauma, chronic pain, and body-based oppression (transphobia, anti-fat bias, ableism, racism, etc.). We’ll work together to understand and befriend your nervous system and build upon experiences of safety and connection to promote healing and emotional well-being.
Are you feeling like it’s hard to authentically be yourself or connect with others? As a relational therapist, I recognize that our connections are the basis of both the greatest struggles and the greatest rewards we can know as humans. I specialize in work with couples, families, and individuals who have "non-traditional" relationships and sexualities. My work with clients is open and collaborative, often using narrative therapy, EFT/attachment theory, and systems theory to help people flesh out their sense of identity and strengths. You can expect transparency, a culturally-attuned lens, and a little humor in therapy with me!
Are you feeling like it’s hard to authentically be yourself or connect with others? As a relational therapist, I recognize that our connections are the basis of both the greatest struggles and the greatest rewards we can know as humans. I specialize in work with couples, families, and individuals who have "non-traditional" relationships and sexualities. My work with clients is open and collaborative, often using narrative therapy, EFT/attachment theory, and systems theory to help people flesh out their sense of identity and strengths. You can expect transparency, a culturally-attuned lens, and a little humor in therapy with me!
Adults and young adults with ADHD often benefit from ADHD Specialized therapy with me. You can get help addressing co-occurring conditions, developing coping skills, improving self-esteem, enhancing organization and time management, and building relationships. Ultimately you can expect better academic, work, and social outcomes after diagnosis. My specialty is to play a crucial role in your ADHD diagnostic process by initiating assessments and providing collaboration with your physician. This may include discussing with you, childhood background, life circumstances, presenting symptoms, ADHD diagnostic questionnaires and scales.
Adults and young adults with ADHD often benefit from ADHD Specialized therapy with me. You can get help addressing co-occurring conditions, developing coping skills, improving self-esteem, enhancing organization and time management, and building relationships. Ultimately you can expect better academic, work, and social outcomes after diagnosis. My specialty is to play a crucial role in your ADHD diagnostic process by initiating assessments and providing collaboration with your physician. This may include discussing with you, childhood background, life circumstances, presenting symptoms, ADHD diagnostic questionnaires and scales.
An ideal client is one who is being just who they are in spite of all the challenges or concerns they may be dealing with. I also have weekend and some evening hours.
An ideal client is one who is being just who they are in spite of all the challenges or concerns they may be dealing with. I also have weekend and some evening hours.
I enjoy working with adult individuals and couples who strive to better themselves, understand their unique qualities and are looking to create new paths in their journey of self-love and adventure. I strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, heard and understood.
I enjoy working with adult individuals and couples who strive to better themselves, understand their unique qualities and are looking to create new paths in their journey of self-love and adventure. I strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, heard and understood.
I have a passion for working with adults of all ages struggling with life transitions, grief, loss, aging, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I believe we experience grief and pain in all situations in life. Whether you are struggling with a recent death of loved one, experiencing a life change, or have experienced trauma, we learn to adapt and cope with our pain. Often, the way we learned to cope with our pain no longer works for us, and we may feel struck, not knowing how to help ourselves change. I strive to offer clients a person-centered approach toward healing and their desired change.
I have a passion for working with adults of all ages struggling with life transitions, grief, loss, aging, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I believe we experience grief and pain in all situations in life. Whether you are struggling with a recent death of loved one, experiencing a life change, or have experienced trauma, we learn to adapt and cope with our pain. Often, the way we learned to cope with our pain no longer works for us, and we may feel struck, not knowing how to help ourselves change. I strive to offer clients a person-centered approach toward healing and their desired change.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults within the scope of individual, relational, and family therapy. I have experience working with children and adolescents dealing with mental health challenges, such as: behavioral issues, difficulty managing emotions, self-injurious behavior, post traumatic stress and low self-esteem. I also support individuals learning to manage symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and problematic life experiences.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults within the scope of individual, relational, and family therapy. I have experience working with children and adolescents dealing with mental health challenges, such as: behavioral issues, difficulty managing emotions, self-injurious behavior, post traumatic stress and low self-esteem. I also support individuals learning to manage symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and problematic life experiences.
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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.