Lesbian Therapists in Fitchburg, WI
The Empowered Place, A Queer Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
1 Endorsed
Fitchburg, WI 53711
As a queer therapist, I provide an affirming, compassionate space for LGBTQ+ individuals seeking deeper healing and self-understanding. My approach integrates EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), attachment-focused therapy, and deep emotional processing to help clients heal from trauma, navigate relationships, strengthen self-worth, and reconnect with their authentic selves. I believe meaningful change happens when we gently explore both past wounds and present experiences, creating space for greater connection, resilience, and belonging.
As a queer therapist, I provide an affirming, compassionate space for LGBTQ+ individuals seeking deeper healing and self-understanding. My approach integrates EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), attachment-focused therapy, and deep emotional processing to help clients heal from trauma, navigate relationships, strengthen self-worth, and reconnect with their authentic selves. I believe meaningful change happens when we gently explore both past wounds and present experiences, creating space for greater connection, resilience, and belonging.
Does going out in public with your child feel like an impossible task? Do you feel guilt over your child's meltdowns or teen's isolation? Do you feel like doctors, teachers, and other adults just don't get it? Do you worry about their safety? Are you overcome with guilt looking at other families on Facebook and Instagram? Parents want to feel like things are under control; that your family can be happy and have productive evenings, and that your child can transition to school and activities, feel confident, have friendships, and like themselves.
Does going out in public with your child feel like an impossible task? Do you feel guilt over your child's meltdowns or teen's isolation? Do you feel like doctors, teachers, and other adults just don't get it? Do you worry about their safety? Are you overcome with guilt looking at other families on Facebook and Instagram? Parents want to feel like things are under control; that your family can be happy and have productive evenings, and that your child can transition to school and activities, feel confident, have friendships, and like themselves.
Hi folks, I'm a therapist in Madison, WI working with adults, teens, couples, families, and children. My practice has two main areas: talk therapy for individuals, couples, and families, and play therapy for kids. My clients include folks navigating relationship conflict, major life transitions, and questions of identity, parents seeking support, and children who need a space to process their world.
Hi folks, I'm a therapist in Madison, WI working with adults, teens, couples, families, and children. My practice has two main areas: talk therapy for individuals, couples, and families, and play therapy for kids. My clients include folks navigating relationship conflict, major life transitions, and questions of identity, parents seeking support, and children who need a space to process their world.
Meg (she/her) specializes in supporting people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Her practice also includes working with couples, offering guidance through communication issues and relationship stress. She is passionate about helping clients who feel overwhelmed by life’s demands, those struggling with self-esteem, and those seeking deeper self-awareness. Megan has over 20 years of experience supporting and advocating for her community in many settings. Her approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, and she tailors therapeutic techniques to meet the specific needs and goals of each person.
Meg (she/her) specializes in supporting people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Her practice also includes working with couples, offering guidance through communication issues and relationship stress. She is passionate about helping clients who feel overwhelmed by life’s demands, those struggling with self-esteem, and those seeking deeper self-awareness. Megan has over 20 years of experience supporting and advocating for her community in many settings. Her approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, and she tailors therapeutic techniques to meet the specific needs and goals of each person.
I specialize in helping high-achieving, perfectionistic women who feel overwhelmed, anxious, and burnt out — even when their lives look successful on the outside. Many of my clients struggle to slow down, rest, or take time off without guilt. Their minds never shut off, their nervous systems feel stuck in overdrive, and they’re exhausted from holding everything together for everyone else.
I specialize in helping high-achieving, perfectionistic women who feel overwhelmed, anxious, and burnt out — even when their lives look successful on the outside. Many of my clients struggle to slow down, rest, or take time off without guilt. Their minds never shut off, their nervous systems feel stuck in overdrive, and they’re exhausted from holding everything together for everyone else.
True Believers LLC, licensed by the State of Wisconsin (DHS) as a DHS 75.50 outpatient integrated behavioral health treatment clinic, we are committed to treating our consumers with dignity and respect. We meet people where they are and help them to achieve optimal living and well-being by addressing their needs and barriers. Our experienced staff includes licensed medical doctors, substance abuse professionals, licensed professional counselors, qualified trainees, and master's degree mental health providers with more than 25 years of experience. We believe in empowering clients to take an active role in their recovery journey.
True Believers LLC, licensed by the State of Wisconsin (DHS) as a DHS 75.50 outpatient integrated behavioral health treatment clinic, we are committed to treating our consumers with dignity and respect. We meet people where they are and help them to achieve optimal living and well-being by addressing their needs and barriers. Our experienced staff includes licensed medical doctors, substance abuse professionals, licensed professional counselors, qualified trainees, and master's degree mental health providers with more than 25 years of experience. We believe in empowering clients to take an active role in their recovery journey.
I am all about meeting people where they are. I believe in creating an environment that feels safe and trusting. I work hard at listening and not trying to talk people out of their feelings. It is not my job to fix problems, but to help guide people to make changes, in order to meet the goals that are important in their lives.
I am all about meeting people where they are. I believe in creating an environment that feels safe and trusting. I work hard at listening and not trying to talk people out of their feelings. It is not my job to fix problems, but to help guide people to make changes, in order to meet the goals that are important in their lives.
Existing in the world right now may feel overwhelming and reaching out for support may be even more daunting. Maybe you've struggled to feel safe enough in your body to tend to your own needs. Or maybe you've felt disconnected from yourself and adrift in your relationships. However lost or stuck you may be feeling, you deserve an inclusive space to feel valued and held. Building on the inner resilience you already hold, together we can practice slowing down, invite curiosity and compassion into your life, and expand your comfort zones to make life more manageable and meaningful.
Existing in the world right now may feel overwhelming and reaching out for support may be even more daunting. Maybe you've struggled to feel safe enough in your body to tend to your own needs. Or maybe you've felt disconnected from yourself and adrift in your relationships. However lost or stuck you may be feeling, you deserve an inclusive space to feel valued and held. Building on the inner resilience you already hold, together we can practice slowing down, invite curiosity and compassion into your life, and expand your comfort zones to make life more manageable and meaningful.
I understand that starting therapy can be a scary process. I work to create an open and inviting atmosphere for everyone who walks through my door. It is important to feel like you have a "good fit" with your therapist, which is why I take the time to listen to what brings you in, hear your personal goals and explain what you can expect from therapy. It's not my job to judge, blame, or take sides. I will work with you to provide applicable tools and resources, identify your personal strengths and offer new ways of communicating to provide relief.
I understand that starting therapy can be a scary process. I work to create an open and inviting atmosphere for everyone who walks through my door. It is important to feel like you have a "good fit" with your therapist, which is why I take the time to listen to what brings you in, hear your personal goals and explain what you can expect from therapy. It's not my job to judge, blame, or take sides. I will work with you to provide applicable tools and resources, identify your personal strengths and offer new ways of communicating to provide relief.
Hi, my name is Gabi. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a masters degree in clinical mental health counseling. I have extensive experience working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem & self-worth, perfectionism, substance use, relationship conflict, family conflict, life transitions, and those struggling with emerging adulthood. I have served a multitude of clients in marginalized communities. This includes LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, women and low-income communities. I value what it means to be your true authentic self. Where we can show up for ourselves and others, even if it isn’t “perfect.”
Hi, my name is Gabi. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a masters degree in clinical mental health counseling. I have extensive experience working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem & self-worth, perfectionism, substance use, relationship conflict, family conflict, life transitions, and those struggling with emerging adulthood. I have served a multitude of clients in marginalized communities. This includes LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, women and low-income communities. I value what it means to be your true authentic self. Where we can show up for ourselves and others, even if it isn’t “perfect.”
Northern Roots Therapy Center was established to provide an accepting and supportive environment for all individuals in our community. We firmly and passionately believe that every individual who seeks out therapy should be met with kindness and respect, and our staff aims to forge a relationship that feels truly safe. In the therapeutic process, we encourage open conversations between clients and therapists around identity, with attention to how our experiences are informed by our race, gender, sexuality, ability, and other aspects of culture. Our world and the context we live in is ever-changing.
Northern Roots Therapy Center was established to provide an accepting and supportive environment for all individuals in our community. We firmly and passionately believe that every individual who seeks out therapy should be met with kindness and respect, and our staff aims to forge a relationship that feels truly safe. In the therapeutic process, we encourage open conversations between clients and therapists around identity, with attention to how our experiences are informed by our race, gender, sexuality, ability, and other aspects of culture. Our world and the context we live in is ever-changing.
I have a strong passion for working with LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly those exploring or navigating gender identity. I also have experience supporting individuals in polyamorous and nontraditional relationship structures, as well as those healing from religious trauma or environments where identity and autonomy were constrained.
I also have extensive experience providing ADHD- and autism-informed care, working with family caregivers supporting loved ones with dementia, and helping individuals navigate or recover from high-conflict divorce and other complex relational dynamics and ruptures.
I have a strong passion for working with LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly those exploring or navigating gender identity. I also have experience supporting individuals in polyamorous and nontraditional relationship structures, as well as those healing from religious trauma or environments where identity and autonomy were constrained.
I also have extensive experience providing ADHD- and autism-informed care, working with family caregivers supporting loved ones with dementia, and helping individuals navigate or recover from high-conflict divorce and other complex relational dynamics and ruptures.
Jennifer Reckner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, PMH-C
1 Endorsed
Fitchburg, WI 53719
I’m Jennifer, a culturally humble psychotherapist who practices from an anti-oppressive, HAES framework. My work centers on the unique challenges caregivers face, including healthcare professionals, pregnant individuals, those trying to conceive, and postpartum parents. I bring a mind-body approach to healing, helping each client navigate their personal journey with compassion and resilience. I utilize EMDR often. I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with academic distinction from Northwestern University and remain committed to creating an inclusive, affirming, supportive environment for my clients.
I’m Jennifer, a culturally humble psychotherapist who practices from an anti-oppressive, HAES framework. My work centers on the unique challenges caregivers face, including healthcare professionals, pregnant individuals, those trying to conceive, and postpartum parents. I bring a mind-body approach to healing, helping each client navigate their personal journey with compassion and resilience. I utilize EMDR often. I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with academic distinction from Northwestern University and remain committed to creating an inclusive, affirming, supportive environment for my clients.
I am a queer, neurodivergent, nonbinary therapist. I specialize in helping individuals to heal from traumatic experience, navigate chronic stressors that lead to depression and anxiety, and find ways to thrive in a world that was not designed with you in mind. As a counselor, I strive to create a therapeutic space that feels welcoming and nonjudgmental. Whoever you are, however you look, whatever you are going through: you are welcome here, fully as you are.
I am a queer, neurodivergent, nonbinary therapist. I specialize in helping individuals to heal from traumatic experience, navigate chronic stressors that lead to depression and anxiety, and find ways to thrive in a world that was not designed with you in mind. As a counselor, I strive to create a therapeutic space that feels welcoming and nonjudgmental. Whoever you are, however you look, whatever you are going through: you are welcome here, fully as you are.
My name is Sarah Vinson (they/them), and I am a licensed outpatient psychotherapist who works with adolescents and adults of all backgrounds and identities. As a nonbinary therapist, I strive to create a warm, affirming, and inclusive space where clients can show up authentically.
My areas of specialty include (acute, chronic, complex) trauma, LGBTQ+ identities and experiences, substance use, and neurodiversity. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, identity exploration, minority stress, and the lasting effects of difficult or traumatic experiences.
My name is Sarah Vinson (they/them), and I am a licensed outpatient psychotherapist who works with adolescents and adults of all backgrounds and identities. As a nonbinary therapist, I strive to create a warm, affirming, and inclusive space where clients can show up authentically.
My areas of specialty include (acute, chronic, complex) trauma, LGBTQ+ identities and experiences, substance use, and neurodiversity. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, identity exploration, minority stress, and the lasting effects of difficult or traumatic experiences.
I identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, and have experience working with people of many different gender identities and sexual orientations. I strive to offer a safe space for people of all demographics.
I identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, and have experience working with people of many different gender identities and sexual orientations. I strive to offer a safe space for people of all demographics.
I am an experienced psychologist treating the most common concerns for counseling such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and stress, with specializations in grief, women's health and trauma. My specialities are in grief from perinatal loss, suicide, and traumatic loss; women's health including perinatal mental health, postpartum, peri- and menopause, infertility, life transitions, and identity; and trauma of all forms (sexual, interpersonal, childhood, medical, and emotional). Inclusivity of your gender, sexual, and ethnic identity and how that informs your experience in the world is paramount to any of the work.
I am an experienced psychologist treating the most common concerns for counseling such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and stress, with specializations in grief, women's health and trauma. My specialities are in grief from perinatal loss, suicide, and traumatic loss; women's health including perinatal mental health, postpartum, peri- and menopause, infertility, life transitions, and identity; and trauma of all forms (sexual, interpersonal, childhood, medical, and emotional). Inclusivity of your gender, sexual, and ethnic identity and how that informs your experience in the world is paramount to any of the work.
I’m a trauma-informed therapist who integrates EMDR, IFS, ACT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic approaches to support healing from developmental, relational, and complex trauma, as well as depression, anxiety, and challenging relationship patterns. I also specialize in perinatal and women’s mental health. With a background in occupational therapy and a holistic lens, I create a safe, collaborative, and personalized space for growth and healing at your pace. Together, we focus on nervous system regulation, self-understanding, and building healthier ways of relating so you can feel more grounded and connected in your life.
I’m a trauma-informed therapist who integrates EMDR, IFS, ACT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic approaches to support healing from developmental, relational, and complex trauma, as well as depression, anxiety, and challenging relationship patterns. I also specialize in perinatal and women’s mental health. With a background in occupational therapy and a holistic lens, I create a safe, collaborative, and personalized space for growth and healing at your pace. Together, we focus on nervous system regulation, self-understanding, and building healthier ways of relating so you can feel more grounded and connected in your life.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I work with individuals, families and couples, struggling with past trauma, infidelity, trust, affected family members, suicidality, preparation of commitment, and next-step family planning. I see a diverse group of patients from all sorts of different backgrounds, cultures, sexualities, abilities, ages, and creeds.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I work with individuals, families and couples, struggling with past trauma, infidelity, trust, affected family members, suicidality, preparation of commitment, and next-step family planning. I see a diverse group of patients from all sorts of different backgrounds, cultures, sexualities, abilities, ages, and creeds.
Are you looking for a safe, inclusive, affirming space where you can be yourself without judgment? Whether you’re seeking healing from past traumas or seeking to develop coping mechanisms to better manage daily life and relationships, I am here to accompany you in that work. I have been fortunate to work with people from many different backgrounds and experiences. I have supported clients with a variety of concerns, such as Bipolar Disorder I and II, PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, religious and sexual trauma, substance use disorders, suicidal thoughts, grief, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Are you looking for a safe, inclusive, affirming space where you can be yourself without judgment? Whether you’re seeking healing from past traumas or seeking to develop coping mechanisms to better manage daily life and relationships, I am here to accompany you in that work. I have been fortunate to work with people from many different backgrounds and experiences. I have supported clients with a variety of concerns, such as Bipolar Disorder I and II, PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, religious and sexual trauma, substance use disorders, suicidal thoughts, grief, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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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.