Transgender Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
As a Black, Queer, and Transmasc practitioner, I know how difficult it can be to find providers who are both competent and compassionate, especially when navigating life’s hardest challenges. My work is to create a space where you can bring your full self, knowing that every part of your story matters.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or knowing which way to go next? Are you scared and just need someone to understand why?
As a Black, Queer, and Transmasc practitioner, I know how difficult it can be to find providers who are both competent and compassionate, especially when navigating life’s hardest challenges. My work is to create a space where you can bring your full self, knowing that every part of your story matters.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or knowing which way to go next? Are you scared and just need someone to understand why?
Some of my areas of interest and clinical experience include anxiety and depression, blended and/or queer families, gender identity exploration, neurodivergent affirming therapy, reproductive transitions (pregnancy, abortion, postpartum, parenting, loss), consensual non-monogamy, relationship and sexuality issues, and supporting healthy communication.
Hi! I’m Ousia (or simply O), and I’m excited to connect with you. I work with individuals ages 14+, couples, groups, and other relational systems, actively affirming diverse relationship structures and families (blended, queer, child-free, ethically non-monogamous, kinky, etc). The majority of my clients are neurodivergent and/or queer/trans, but I warmly welcome clients of any identity or neurotype. As a therapist, I offer compassion and groundedness to support you as you work through anxiety, identity exploration, life transitions, daily functioning, relationship challenges, or grief-
Some of my areas of interest and clinical experience include anxiety and depression, blended and/or queer families, gender identity exploration, neurodivergent affirming therapy, reproductive transitions (pregnancy, abortion, postpartum, parenting, loss), consensual non-monogamy, relationship and sexuality issues, and supporting healthy communication.
Hi! I’m Ousia (or simply O), and I’m excited to connect with you. I work with individuals ages 14+, couples, groups, and other relational systems, actively affirming diverse relationship structures and families (blended, queer, child-free, ethically non-monogamous, kinky, etc). The majority of my clients are neurodivergent and/or queer/trans, but I warmly welcome clients of any identity or neurotype. As a therapist, I offer compassion and groundedness to support you as you work through anxiety, identity exploration, life transitions, daily functioning, relationship challenges, or grief-
My focus is in working with clients who live in some way that is outside of a typical societal expectation or norm. My style is rooted in the idea of collective liberation, and my clients are most often fellow queer people, conscientious parents and caregivers, those living with chronic illness, survivors of relational and systemic trauma; those with body types, cultural identities, family or relationship structures that are non-normative.
My focus is in working with clients who live in some way that is outside of a typical societal expectation or norm. My style is rooted in the idea of collective liberation, and my clients are most often fellow queer people, conscientious parents and caregivers, those living with chronic illness, survivors of relational and systemic trauma; those with body types, cultural identities, family or relationship structures that are non-normative.
Do you ever feel like you’re stuck on a rollercoaster? Like you’re caught in this unpredictable cycle, you don’t have control over your own life, and, no matter how hard you try, you always end up falling again with this sense of dread, panic, or emptiness? We can start to change that so you can interrupt this cycle, gain trust in yourself, and healthily bear the inevitable lows that life brings you without them being catastrophic. Whether you want to process complex trauma, learn how to better regulate your emotions, or reevaluate your relationship with others, with yourself, or with substance use, we’ll work on it together.
Do you ever feel like you’re stuck on a rollercoaster? Like you’re caught in this unpredictable cycle, you don’t have control over your own life, and, no matter how hard you try, you always end up falling again with this sense of dread, panic, or emptiness? We can start to change that so you can interrupt this cycle, gain trust in yourself, and healthily bear the inevitable lows that life brings you without them being catastrophic. Whether you want to process complex trauma, learn how to better regulate your emotions, or reevaluate your relationship with others, with yourself, or with substance use, we’ll work on it together.
We enjoy working with individuals who are interested in experiencing a change in their life. Perhaps you want to have greater insight and understanding or perhaps you want to make some really focused changes in your life; We would love to join you in that process and offer support in the journey. We also recognize that pretty much everyone right now is working hard to stay afloat so we are eager to offer a wide array of hours including evenings and weekends as well as telehealth services.
We enjoy working with individuals who are interested in experiencing a change in their life. Perhaps you want to have greater insight and understanding or perhaps you want to make some really focused changes in your life; We would love to join you in that process and offer support in the journey. We also recognize that pretty much everyone right now is working hard to stay afloat so we are eager to offer a wide array of hours including evenings and weekends as well as telehealth services.
I enjoy working with individuals interested in experiencing a change in their life. Perhaps you want to have greater insight and understanding or perhaps you want to make some really focused changes in your life; I would love to join you in that process and offer support in the journey. I also recognize that pretty much everyone right now is working hard to stay afloat so I am eager to offer a wide array of hours including evenings and weekends as well as telehealth services. Please email to inquire about openings or establishing care.
I enjoy working with individuals interested in experiencing a change in their life. Perhaps you want to have greater insight and understanding or perhaps you want to make some really focused changes in your life; I would love to join you in that process and offer support in the journey. I also recognize that pretty much everyone right now is working hard to stay afloat so I am eager to offer a wide array of hours including evenings and weekends as well as telehealth services. Please email to inquire about openings or establishing care.
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.
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I provide queer/trans, COVID-cautious, neurodivergent and disordered eating inclusive + affirming therapy to inspire your emotional evolution. Whether you're living with grief, loss, loneliness, low energy, stress, a uniquely complicated past, lack of focus, self-criticism, depleted inspiration, relationship challenges, disability / chronic illness, the harm of oppression, and/or the struggle to find meaning… I invite you to dock your ship in the harbor of your own presence & explore the accompaniment that therapy offers. I would love to walk beside you on your journey!
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I provide queer/trans, COVID-cautious, neurodivergent and disordered eating inclusive + affirming therapy to inspire your emotional evolution. Whether you're living with grief, loss, loneliness, low energy, stress, a uniquely complicated past, lack of focus, self-criticism, depleted inspiration, relationship challenges, disability / chronic illness, the harm of oppression, and/or the struggle to find meaning… I invite you to dock your ship in the harbor of your own presence & explore the accompaniment that therapy offers. I would love to walk beside you on your journey!
The healing power of connection makes the foundation of my therapeutic practice. I strive to develop a collaborative relationship that fosters exploration and understanding of self, others, and contexts. In our work together, we will process your lived experiences, emotions, and cognitions with the intentions of developing insight and utilizing self-determination. We will move alongside each other in efforts to alleviate your suffering and build your resiliency.
The healing power of connection makes the foundation of my therapeutic practice. I strive to develop a collaborative relationship that fosters exploration and understanding of self, others, and contexts. In our work together, we will process your lived experiences, emotions, and cognitions with the intentions of developing insight and utilizing self-determination. We will move alongside each other in efforts to alleviate your suffering and build your resiliency.
I am a non-binary and queer therapist. I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been working in the mental health field for 10 years, with a specific focus on the LGBTQIA+ community for the past 4 years. I specialize in working with adults struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, identity, sexuality and adjustment. I am also familiar and comfortable with working with those in non-traditional relationship types - non-monogamy (ENM, Polyamory, Swinging), BDSM/Kink, etc.
I am a non-binary and queer therapist. I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been working in the mental health field for 10 years, with a specific focus on the LGBTQIA+ community for the past 4 years. I specialize in working with adults struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, identity, sexuality and adjustment. I am also familiar and comfortable with working with those in non-traditional relationship types - non-monogamy (ENM, Polyamory, Swinging), BDSM/Kink, etc.
Licensed in NY,TX,FL,AZ,OH,MI, IN,NM,WI,IL, and HI. I'm humanistic and person centered in my approaches. This essentially means that you decide the content of our sessions. I believe you are doing the very best you can in your life and you’ve come to a point where you need an additional perspective on a topic or situation. You may feel stuck, maybe you've tried a lot or a little to resolve your predicament. Either way that's where I come in. I'm a temporary stop on your journey. Therapy is not forever nor should it be.
Licensed in NY,TX,FL,AZ,OH,MI, IN,NM,WI,IL, and HI. I'm humanistic and person centered in my approaches. This essentially means that you decide the content of our sessions. I believe you are doing the very best you can in your life and you’ve come to a point where you need an additional perspective on a topic or situation. You may feel stuck, maybe you've tried a lot or a little to resolve your predicament. Either way that's where I come in. I'm a temporary stop on your journey. Therapy is not forever nor should it be.
I further specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ community, including transgender and nonbinary clients.
My goal is to create a space for my clients to harness their inner strengths, increase self-awareness, and cultivate self-compassion. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them navigate difficult thoughts and emotions while at the same time pivoting towards a life of meaning, purpose, values, and connection.
I further specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ community, including transgender and nonbinary clients.
My goal is to create a space for my clients to harness their inner strengths, increase self-awareness, and cultivate self-compassion. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them navigate difficult thoughts and emotions while at the same time pivoting towards a life of meaning, purpose, values, and connection.
Hello! I'm Dani, a non-binary clinician with 15 years of outpatient mental health experience. I earned my BS in Studio Art and Human Development from UW-Green Bay and a Master's in Art Therapy from Mount Mary.
I'm passionate about creating physical and digital art, engaging in social justice and political activism, and producing social media content on mental health and social justice. With 25 years of tarot reading experience, I enjoy integrating spirituality into my mental health approaches if requested.
Hello! I'm Dani, a non-binary clinician with 15 years of outpatient mental health experience. I earned my BS in Studio Art and Human Development from UW-Green Bay and a Master's in Art Therapy from Mount Mary.
I'm passionate about creating physical and digital art, engaging in social justice and political activism, and producing social media content on mental health and social justice. With 25 years of tarot reading experience, I enjoy integrating spirituality into my mental health approaches if requested.
My practice centers transgender/gender diverse people and I specialize in gender-affirming therapy to help folks move towards their embodiment goals.
I provide sensitive and affirming therapy to people of different genders and sexualities, non-monogamous individuals, and to people who are kink involved. Examining relationships and relational patterns are important elements of how I help people understand themselves more fully and grow insight into their concerns.
My practice centers transgender/gender diverse people and I specialize in gender-affirming therapy to help folks move towards their embodiment goals.
I provide sensitive and affirming therapy to people of different genders and sexualities, non-monogamous individuals, and to people who are kink involved. Examining relationships and relational patterns are important elements of how I help people understand themselves more fully and grow insight into their concerns.
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:
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:
Dr. Beran is a licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been providing evidence-based psychological care to individuals for the last 17 years. She received her PhD from the nation’s most highly rated clinical psychology program, UCLA, where she gained extensive experience helping people with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, chronic illness, trauma, and grief. A firm believer that academic knowledge is only part of what makes a quality therapist, Dr. Beran combines her in-depth psychological training with warmth, humor, and affection for her clients.
Dr. Beran is a licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been providing evidence-based psychological care to individuals for the last 17 years. She received her PhD from the nation’s most highly rated clinical psychology program, UCLA, where she gained extensive experience helping people with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, chronic illness, trauma, and grief. A firm believer that academic knowledge is only part of what makes a quality therapist, Dr. Beran combines her in-depth psychological training with warmth, humor, and affection for her clients.
As a licensed professional counselor, my work revolves around supporting clients through a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, identity, and more while using a holistic, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and compassion focused approach. My goal is to help you align with your authenticity and leverage your existing strengths to foster resilience and self-compassion.
As a licensed professional counselor, my work revolves around supporting clients through a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, identity, and more while using a holistic, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and compassion focused approach. My goal is to help you align with your authenticity and leverage your existing strengths to foster resilience and self-compassion.
1st appointment available within 48 hours. I work with adults of all ages specializing in seniors, navigating anxiety, depression, grief & loss, hoarding, and major life transitions. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure what comes next. You do not have to cope alone. My style is collaborative, practical, and focused on real change. I start wherever you are and help you build skills, strengthen coping, and create a path that feels more grounded and possible. Together, we work toward clarity, stability, and a life that feels aligned with your values.
1st appointment available within 48 hours. I work with adults of all ages specializing in seniors, navigating anxiety, depression, grief & loss, hoarding, and major life transitions. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure what comes next. You do not have to cope alone. My style is collaborative, practical, and focused on real change. I start wherever you are and help you build skills, strengthen coping, and create a path that feels more grounded and possible. Together, we work toward clarity, stability, and a life that feels aligned with your values.
I am a certified Licensed Clinical Therapist with more than 20 years' experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in both one-on-one and group settings. As a compassionate therapist, I use a personalized approach to establish your treatment plan so you can attain a healthy, balanced lifestyle. As every person and situation is unique, my mission is to help you use your own inner strengths to define your journey, and reach your goals.
I am a certified Licensed Clinical Therapist with more than 20 years' experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in both one-on-one and group settings. As a compassionate therapist, I use a personalized approach to establish your treatment plan so you can attain a healthy, balanced lifestyle. As every person and situation is unique, my mission is to help you use your own inner strengths to define your journey, and reach your goals.
Blue Willow Counseling and Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
7 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Lately you have been worrying about things all the time and have been frustrated because as hard as you try not to, your anxiety is right there, all the time. Or maybe you have been replaying that event in your mind, you have tried to forget. You notice you are angrier, sadder and more worried. You just want to be able to live your life instead of having this issue get in the way daily. You just need someone to listen to you without judging you. Someone to help you deal with your issues. It would be nice to enjoy the things you used to. To connect with people more than you do now. To be a better you.
Lately you have been worrying about things all the time and have been frustrated because as hard as you try not to, your anxiety is right there, all the time. Or maybe you have been replaying that event in your mind, you have tried to forget. You notice you are angrier, sadder and more worried. You just want to be able to live your life instead of having this issue get in the way daily. You just need someone to listen to you without judging you. Someone to help you deal with your issues. It would be nice to enjoy the things you used to. To connect with people more than you do now. To be a better you.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.