LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in East Town, Milwaukee, WI
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or struggling to stay focused? You’re not alone. I work with preteens to adults who want practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, trauma‑related stress, and difficulties with focus. I offer evening online telehealth sessions across Wisconsin. I also provide neurodivergent‑affirming care for clients navigating ADHD, autism, and executive functioning challenges. Many of my clients come in feeling mentally exhausted or unsure how to move forward. Together, we build skills that actually help, improving emotional regulation, focus, and daily functioning so life feels more manageable.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or struggling to stay focused? You’re not alone. I work with preteens to adults who want practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, trauma‑related stress, and difficulties with focus. I offer evening online telehealth sessions across Wisconsin. I also provide neurodivergent‑affirming care for clients navigating ADHD, autism, and executive functioning challenges. Many of my clients come in feeling mentally exhausted or unsure how to move forward. Together, we build skills that actually help, improving emotional regulation, focus, and daily functioning so life feels more manageable.
My clinical work includes supporting queer, AAPI, and BIPOC individuals with an affirming and culturally responsive approach.
My approach is client-centered and collaborative, grounded in a strong therapeutic relationship. I bring warmth, attunement, honesty, and gentle challenge to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change. I balance support with accountability and may use humor to support connection and perspective.
My clinical work includes supporting queer, AAPI, and BIPOC individuals with an affirming and culturally responsive approach.
My approach is client-centered and collaborative, grounded in a strong therapeutic relationship. I bring warmth, attunement, honesty, and gentle challenge to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change. I balance support with accountability and may use humor to support connection and perspective.
You could be feeling stuck in the complexities of depression or searching for clarity in your identity as someone who is gay, lesbian, trans, or queer.
I provide a safe, affirming space where you can explore your authentic self without judgment. My approach is grounded in compassion and respect, focusing on the unique resilience within each person. For LGBTQ+ identities, I help clients embrace who they are and find belonging. My work is about helping you discover new ways to connect, love, and thrive.
You could be feeling stuck in the complexities of depression or searching for clarity in your identity as someone who is gay, lesbian, trans, or queer.
I provide a safe, affirming space where you can explore your authentic self without judgment. My approach is grounded in compassion and respect, focusing on the unique resilience within each person. For LGBTQ+ identities, I help clients embrace who they are and find belonging. My work is about helping you discover new ways to connect, love, and thrive.
I work with couples & individuals, especially around anxiety, depression, and trauma. I trained in Focusing, a somatic mindfulness technique. Combining Focusing with Art Therapy provides a powerful way through what is troubling you into an enhanced, healthy, life. I believe healing happens when we make connections with another person where we can be ourselves, feel valued, listened to, and cared for. Working with a therapist can be a way to access the healing you desire and deserve.
I work with couples & individuals, especially around anxiety, depression, and trauma. I trained in Focusing, a somatic mindfulness technique. Combining Focusing with Art Therapy provides a powerful way through what is troubling you into an enhanced, healthy, life. I believe healing happens when we make connections with another person where we can be ourselves, feel valued, listened to, and cared for. Working with a therapist can be a way to access the healing you desire and deserve.
You’ve worked hard and invested a lot to get where you are, but something’s missing. From the outside it looks like you've got it all together, but on the inside you're anxious, exhausted, and overwhelmed. You worry that you've lost your drive. The goals you once thought mattered no longer motivate you. If you’re stressed out, burned out, or unhappy with the life you’re in, I’m here to help. I’m passionate about helping you tap into your wisdom and rediscover your deepest authenticity and joy.
You’ve worked hard and invested a lot to get where you are, but something’s missing. From the outside it looks like you've got it all together, but on the inside you're anxious, exhausted, and overwhelmed. You worry that you've lost your drive. The goals you once thought mattered no longer motivate you. If you’re stressed out, burned out, or unhappy with the life you’re in, I’m here to help. I’m passionate about helping you tap into your wisdom and rediscover your deepest authenticity and joy.
Whether you are having frequent conflicts with your partner, struggling with parenthood, grieving a loss, trying to establish healthy boundaries with family and friends, or working to understand yourself better — having someone to help support you through that process with empathy, insight, and guidance can be life changing. I have a masters in therapy, am married and a mother of four, and worked in a day treatment clinic doing individual, family, and group therapy so I have seen a lot. You are not alone and together we can process your situation, gain insight, and create meaningful change to help you move forward on a better path.
Whether you are having frequent conflicts with your partner, struggling with parenthood, grieving a loss, trying to establish healthy boundaries with family and friends, or working to understand yourself better — having someone to help support you through that process with empathy, insight, and guidance can be life changing. I have a masters in therapy, am married and a mother of four, and worked in a day treatment clinic doing individual, family, and group therapy so I have seen a lot. You are not alone and together we can process your situation, gain insight, and create meaningful change to help you move forward on a better path.
Is there a part of you that you don’t quite understand—something that feels like it’s holding you back or leading to painful, repeating patterns in your life? You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, feeling unfulfilled, or a sense of frustration about not being able to move forward despite your best efforts.
Many people who come to therapy have tried everything they can think of to feel better. When things don’t change, it can feel discouraging or confusing. I believe these struggles often have roots in ways of thinking and relating to ourselves and others. These patterns can develop over time and we may be unaware of them.
Is there a part of you that you don’t quite understand—something that feels like it’s holding you back or leading to painful, repeating patterns in your life? You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, feeling unfulfilled, or a sense of frustration about not being able to move forward despite your best efforts.
Many people who come to therapy have tried everything they can think of to feel better. When things don’t change, it can feel discouraging or confusing. I believe these struggles often have roots in ways of thinking and relating to ourselves and others. These patterns can develop over time and we may be unaware of them.
Would you like to actually ENJOY life again?
Caitie works with highly motivated individual adults and couples, helping them navigate trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, women’s health issues, and sex-related concerns - so they can live the life they want.
She's trained in EMDR, which facilitates the reprocessing of distressing experiences so they lose their emotional charge and stop interfering with your life. Some specialty treatment areas include trauma in the forms of medical, religious, interpersonal, childhood, and one-time traumatic events and phobias.
Would you like to actually ENJOY life again?
Caitie works with highly motivated individual adults and couples, helping them navigate trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, women’s health issues, and sex-related concerns - so they can live the life they want.
She's trained in EMDR, which facilitates the reprocessing of distressing experiences so they lose their emotional charge and stop interfering with your life. Some specialty treatment areas include trauma in the forms of medical, religious, interpersonal, childhood, and one-time traumatic events and phobias.
Virtual openings available for age 16+, waitlist for in person appointments
My name is Laurin and I have experience working with children (7+), teens, and adults. When working with children, I believe working side by side with caregivers is essential to effective treatment and require active participation from caregivers in their child's goals. I am a licensed professional counselor and am a registered Art therapist in the state of Wisconsin. I have experience working with issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, life changes, etc.
Virtual openings available for age 16+, waitlist for in person appointments
My name is Laurin and I have experience working with children (7+), teens, and adults. When working with children, I believe working side by side with caregivers is essential to effective treatment and require active participation from caregivers in their child's goals. I am a licensed professional counselor and am a registered Art therapist in the state of Wisconsin. I have experience working with issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, life changes, etc.
It can be difficult to ask for help when life gets overwhelming and you believe you should be able to handle everything on your own. Everyone needs support at times. Let's work together to identify and change unhealthy patterns in your life. My goal is to provide a judgement-free space for you to share unique strengths and challenges. Most clients benefit from simply being heard and validated without judgement. Keep an open mind and consider new approaches to coping, acceptance and problem resolution and you'll experience change.
It can be difficult to ask for help when life gets overwhelming and you believe you should be able to handle everything on your own. Everyone needs support at times. Let's work together to identify and change unhealthy patterns in your life. My goal is to provide a judgement-free space for you to share unique strengths and challenges. Most clients benefit from simply being heard and validated without judgement. Keep an open mind and consider new approaches to coping, acceptance and problem resolution and you'll experience change.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed for independent practice in the State of Wisconsin. My office is conveniently located in Downtown Milwaukee, and I work primarily with adult individuals who are interested in psychotherapy. I also have affiliations with nurse practitioners within our clinic for those who may be interested in medication as a treatment option to supplement their therapy.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed for independent practice in the State of Wisconsin. My office is conveniently located in Downtown Milwaukee, and I work primarily with adult individuals who are interested in psychotherapy. I also have affiliations with nurse practitioners within our clinic for those who may be interested in medication as a treatment option to supplement their therapy.
I am also a LGBTQIA+ affirming and multiculturally sensitive practitioner.
I utilize an integrative approach combining evidenced-based treatments including person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, family systems and play therapy. My goal is to collaborate on an individualized treatment approach to meet your unique needs.
I am also a LGBTQIA+ affirming and multiculturally sensitive practitioner.
I utilize an integrative approach combining evidenced-based treatments including person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, family systems and play therapy. My goal is to collaborate on an individualized treatment approach to meet your unique needs.
Currently accepting new clients!
I enjoy working with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief/loss, disordered eating, addiction, trauma, and neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism. I’m also passionate about supporting clients through identity exploration, life transitions, relationship issues, and women’s health-related concerns. My approach is collaborative, flexible, and rooted in the belief that you are the expert on yourself. I integrate modalities including person-centered therapy, narrative therapy, DBT, IFS, and ACT to help tailor therapy to your unique needs and experiences.
Currently accepting new clients!
I enjoy working with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief/loss, disordered eating, addiction, trauma, and neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism. I’m also passionate about supporting clients through identity exploration, life transitions, relationship issues, and women’s health-related concerns. My approach is collaborative, flexible, and rooted in the belief that you are the expert on yourself. I integrate modalities including person-centered therapy, narrative therapy, DBT, IFS, and ACT to help tailor therapy to your unique needs and experiences.
Do you find yourself constantly worrying about big things, small things, anything, to the point that day-to-day life has become a challenge? Do you struggle with feeling overwhelmed with the changes in your life or negative thoughts about your sense of self and your ability to reach your goals? Do you question whether your life could be less stressful? Easier? So many people are feeling stuck and unsure of how they are supposed to balance their relationships, careers and personal needs. I believe that a life filled with purpose and peace is possible for each one of us.
Do you find yourself constantly worrying about big things, small things, anything, to the point that day-to-day life has become a challenge? Do you struggle with feeling overwhelmed with the changes in your life or negative thoughts about your sense of self and your ability to reach your goals? Do you question whether your life could be less stressful? Easier? So many people are feeling stuck and unsure of how they are supposed to balance their relationships, careers and personal needs. I believe that a life filled with purpose and peace is possible for each one of us.
The core of my work is creating a safe space where clients can feel heard, respected, and understood. A full and satisfying life is unique to each person; I will collaborate with you as you move toward the life you want to live. Understanding each client's culture, identities, and worldview is central to my approach. Not only is it important to deeply understand you as an individual, but also to explore how factors in the wider environment either promote your well being or intensify your distress. A holistic approach to wellness involves the individual, their relationships, and their wider world.
The core of my work is creating a safe space where clients can feel heard, respected, and understood. A full and satisfying life is unique to each person; I will collaborate with you as you move toward the life you want to live. Understanding each client's culture, identities, and worldview is central to my approach. Not only is it important to deeply understand you as an individual, but also to explore how factors in the wider environment either promote your well being or intensify your distress. A holistic approach to wellness involves the individual, their relationships, and their wider world.
My counseling approach is LGBTQIA+ friendly, neurodivergent affirming, and person-centered.
I believe therapy provides an opportunity for clients to heal and grow. I support clients in planting the seeds of growth and walk beside them as they blossom in their own time and way. My therapy space creates a supportive environment for clients to access insights and tools needed to be the best version of themself. My practice is grounded in warmth, empathy, and authenticity. I strive to create a collaborative and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered.
My counseling approach is LGBTQIA+ friendly, neurodivergent affirming, and person-centered.
I believe therapy provides an opportunity for clients to heal and grow. I support clients in planting the seeds of growth and walk beside them as they blossom in their own time and way. My therapy space creates a supportive environment for clients to access insights and tools needed to be the best version of themself. My practice is grounded in warmth, empathy, and authenticity. I strive to create a collaborative and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered.
My goal as a therapist is to work collaboratively with clients to create meaningful change. I believe that complex intersections of identity shape our lived experiences, and I strive to create a therapeutic experience wherein clients feel seen, heard, and respected as unique individuals. I have experience working with young adults facing a variety of challenges pertaining to school, major life transitions, and mental health. I have worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, adjustment disorder, grief, and low self-esteem. I currently work with adults of all ages.
My goal as a therapist is to work collaboratively with clients to create meaningful change. I believe that complex intersections of identity shape our lived experiences, and I strive to create a therapeutic experience wherein clients feel seen, heard, and respected as unique individuals. I have experience working with young adults facing a variety of challenges pertaining to school, major life transitions, and mental health. I have worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, adjustment disorder, grief, and low self-esteem. I currently work with adults of all ages.
I am experienced therapist who helps individuals and couples address challenges, enrich relationships and achieve deep insights into their personality and their emotions. My clients find that I offer a pragmatic, intelligent and empathetic response to their concerns. I focus on the immediate challenges that my clients are facing, while helping them to see themselves and their relationships in deeper way.
I am experienced therapist who helps individuals and couples address challenges, enrich relationships and achieve deep insights into their personality and their emotions. My clients find that I offer a pragmatic, intelligent and empathetic response to their concerns. I focus on the immediate challenges that my clients are facing, while helping them to see themselves and their relationships in deeper way.
During this time, human connection is as important as ever. I believe that as human beings, we can find our balance when we are provided with a safe, supportive, growth-promoting environment. When we put in purposeful work and develop a helpful skill set, we are able to move towards our values. I use a person-centered, strengths-based approach that is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment are an integral component of my philosophy. I work with individuals who are ready to make change in their lives.
During this time, human connection is as important as ever. I believe that as human beings, we can find our balance when we are provided with a safe, supportive, growth-promoting environment. When we put in purposeful work and develop a helpful skill set, we are able to move towards our values. I use a person-centered, strengths-based approach that is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment are an integral component of my philosophy. I work with individuals who are ready to make change in their lives.
Do want to gain deeper insight into yourself & your past experiences and start creating new patterns in your life? I am a compassionate and collaborative therapist that utilizes a holistic and integrated approach. As your therapist, I will help you process traumatic memories, learn coping skills, gain new perspective, set goals. I’ll show up as a real person, challenge you when you need it, and be genuinely invested in you and your journey. Schedule your free consultation today by sending your email inquiry.
Do want to gain deeper insight into yourself & your past experiences and start creating new patterns in your life? I am a compassionate and collaborative therapist that utilizes a holistic and integrated approach. As your therapist, I will help you process traumatic memories, learn coping skills, gain new perspective, set goals. I’ll show up as a real person, challenge you when you need it, and be genuinely invested in you and your journey. Schedule your free consultation today by sending your email inquiry.
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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.