Lesbian Therapists in Verona, WI
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 have over 40 years of experience doing psychotherapy. I have become particularly skilled at seeing what is happening with individuals, and between couples, and I share that so that you can understand what you are dealing with. We work collaboratively and creatively; I check to be sure my directions and suggestions are meaningful to you. I make sure that you are learning something significant about yourself in every session. You deserve the respect and support you need to go into uncharted territory. I care about my clients and my clients know it; that is the inspiration that keeps my work exciting to me.
I have over 40 years of experience doing psychotherapy. I have become particularly skilled at seeing what is happening with individuals, and between couples, and I share that so that you can understand what you are dealing with. We work collaboratively and creatively; I check to be sure my directions and suggestions are meaningful to you. I make sure that you are learning something significant about yourself in every session. You deserve the respect and support you need to go into uncharted territory. I care about my clients and my clients know it; that is the inspiration that keeps my work exciting to me.
Alternative, neuroscience-backed, integrative therapy. I offer a powerful, yet gentle, neuroscience-based approach to healing that goes deeper than traditional talk therapy. This is well-rounded, holistic treatment that respects your time, privacy, ambition, and values so that you can live fully and consciously. Using somatic therapy and EMDR, we can regulate your nervous system, facilitate deeper introspection, and reprocess trauma.
Alternative, neuroscience-backed, integrative therapy. I offer a powerful, yet gentle, neuroscience-based approach to healing that goes deeper than traditional talk therapy. This is well-rounded, holistic treatment that respects your time, privacy, ambition, and values so that you can live fully and consciously. Using somatic therapy and EMDR, we can regulate your nervous system, facilitate deeper introspection, and reprocess trauma.
Amy works with couples and adults navigating relationship and communication challenges, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. Amy has specialized training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Prepare Enrich premarital counseling. Amy believes we are a collection of our life experiences. They can shape our perspectives and worldviews, especially those experiences that are most challenging. Amy’s goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, nurturing, and healing space to work collaboratively with clients while tailoring treatment specific to each and every client.
Amy works with couples and adults navigating relationship and communication challenges, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. Amy has specialized training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Prepare Enrich premarital counseling. Amy believes we are a collection of our life experiences. They can shape our perspectives and worldviews, especially those experiences that are most challenging. Amy’s goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, nurturing, and healing space to work collaboratively with clients while tailoring treatment specific to each and every client.
I offer extensive counseling services to individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, relationships and family conflicts. These presenting issues may include marriage and/or relationships, parenting, general life decisions, work conflict, self-identity, self-esteem, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, sexuality and sex addictions. I work with clients to discover the root of the problem, construct a treatment plan and guide their growth through various counseling methods in our work together.
I offer extensive counseling services to individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, relationships and family conflicts. These presenting issues may include marriage and/or relationships, parenting, general life decisions, work conflict, self-identity, self-esteem, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, sexuality and sex addictions. I work with clients to discover the root of the problem, construct a treatment plan and guide their growth through various counseling methods in our work together.
Openings on Tuesdays/Wednesdays. Are you ready for a happier, healthier, more connected life? Sometimes we just need a little guidance in order to find our own health! I am a trilingual (English, American Sign Language, Spanish) multicultural counselor working with individuals, partners, and families who want to heal, grow, change, trust, let go, and/or thrive. Sessions are designed to support your unique needs while in relationship with yourself, the therapist, animals, other people, and the world around you. Ultimately, I facilitate the growth of your own inherent, natural wisdom. I offer retreats and intensives for clients, too!
Openings on Tuesdays/Wednesdays. Are you ready for a happier, healthier, more connected life? Sometimes we just need a little guidance in order to find our own health! I am a trilingual (English, American Sign Language, Spanish) multicultural counselor working with individuals, partners, and families who want to heal, grow, change, trust, let go, and/or thrive. Sessions are designed to support your unique needs while in relationship with yourself, the therapist, animals, other people, and the world around you. Ultimately, I facilitate the growth of your own inherent, natural wisdom. I offer retreats and intensives for clients, too!
Daytime Availability- telehealth. As an LMFT I support individuals and businesses in finding the health that they are looking for in their lives. I work with individuals through many of life’s struggles, especially issues around: depression, anxiety, ADHD, self-love, healing from toxic relationship, family dynamics (narcissistic parents), parenting struggles and phobias. My specialized training in Pragmatic Experiential therapy allows me to work with clients on improving their relationships. I have a special interest in helping individuals determine if they are able to get their relationships to the level of health that they need.
Daytime Availability- telehealth. As an LMFT I support individuals and businesses in finding the health that they are looking for in their lives. I work with individuals through many of life’s struggles, especially issues around: depression, anxiety, ADHD, self-love, healing from toxic relationship, family dynamics (narcissistic parents), parenting struggles and phobias. My specialized training in Pragmatic Experiential therapy allows me to work with clients on improving their relationships. I have a special interest in helping individuals determine if they are able to get their relationships to the level of health that they need.
Life can throw us curveballs that are unpredictable and difficult to manage on our own. Therapy can help. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, parenthood, life transitions, grief, long term illness, and relationship and family issues. Working together, we will build a safe and compassionate space. If you've never been in therapy before, or haven't found the right person for you, connect with me today to schedule a virtual consultation to make sure it feels like a good fit.
Life can throw us curveballs that are unpredictable and difficult to manage on our own. Therapy can help. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, parenthood, life transitions, grief, long term illness, and relationship and family issues. Working together, we will build a safe and compassionate space. If you've never been in therapy before, or haven't found the right person for you, connect with me today to schedule a virtual consultation to make sure it feels like a good fit.
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 truly love the ‘aha’ moment in psychotherapy. The moment that the puzzle pieces fit and we understand why difficult patterns are present and how to move forward. What parts of your environment, family of origin, culture, and biology may have set in motion the behaviors you are experiencing today? How can we utilize that knowledge to transform your day to day actions towards personal health and growth? Our lives are complex, as your therapist, it is my job to understand this complexity coupled with your psychological needs to facilitate the realization of your goals on you mental health journey.
I truly love the ‘aha’ moment in psychotherapy. The moment that the puzzle pieces fit and we understand why difficult patterns are present and how to move forward. What parts of your environment, family of origin, culture, and biology may have set in motion the behaviors you are experiencing today? How can we utilize that knowledge to transform your day to day actions towards personal health and growth? Our lives are complex, as your therapist, it is my job to understand this complexity coupled with your psychological needs to facilitate the realization of your goals on you mental health journey.
Traumatic and stressful experiences can range from childhood traumas to a single event like a car accident, the loss of a loved one, or a diagnosis of a chronic disease. Healing the emotional pain of past trauma begins with acknowledgement in a safe space. It is never easy but sharing your experiences, thoughts, and feelings can lead to relief, new perspectives on yourself, your relationships, your goals, and your zest for life. Our goal is to create that safe space for you to understand, process, and heal past trauma and stress so that you can truly live life in the present with self understanding, self acceptance and self care.
Traumatic and stressful experiences can range from childhood traumas to a single event like a car accident, the loss of a loved one, or a diagnosis of a chronic disease. Healing the emotional pain of past trauma begins with acknowledgement in a safe space. It is never easy but sharing your experiences, thoughts, and feelings can lead to relief, new perspectives on yourself, your relationships, your goals, and your zest for life. Our goal is to create that safe space for you to understand, process, and heal past trauma and stress so that you can truly live life in the present with self understanding, self acceptance and self care.
As a family therapist, I utilize a wholistic, solution-focused approach with an eye toward strength and skill generalization. I work with children, adolescents, and adults in my practice. I work to support self-advocacy, symptom reduction and behavior change related to a variety of mental health, developmental, and phase of life challenges.I believe that the therapeutic relationship is essential to building a foundation of trust and respect in order to help overcome these challenges. I approach my clients with compassion and respect for their unique perspectives and life experiences.
As a family therapist, I utilize a wholistic, solution-focused approach with an eye toward strength and skill generalization. I work with children, adolescents, and adults in my practice. I work to support self-advocacy, symptom reduction and behavior change related to a variety of mental health, developmental, and phase of life challenges.I believe that the therapeutic relationship is essential to building a foundation of trust and respect in order to help overcome these challenges. I approach my clients with compassion and respect for their unique perspectives and life experiences.
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.
I will listen with 30 years of experience to help guide you from trauma and transitions in your life. I'm trained in transpersonal psychology, EMDR, and somatic experiencing all while blending indigenous teachings to allow the freedom of natural healing. I have a special focus on those who are curious about their inner wisdom and spirit that is ready for the next step of exploration and growth.
I will listen with 30 years of experience to help guide you from trauma and transitions in your life. I'm trained in transpersonal psychology, EMDR, and somatic experiencing all while blending indigenous teachings to allow the freedom of natural healing. I have a special focus on those who are curious about their inner wisdom and spirit that is ready for the next step of exploration and growth.
I view my clients as unique individuals. I help them identify their strengths and build on them to solve their core concerns. In my practice, bolstering a client's motivation for change is important. I provide accountability and support during the tough times--knowing that we all have challenges and choices in our lives. I am very well suited to working with LGBTQi persons and those with all levels of ability. I treat many concerns, however, I specialize in anxiety concerns and trauma (PTSD). I also work with those who struggle with Personality Disorders.
I view my clients as unique individuals. I help them identify their strengths and build on them to solve their core concerns. In my practice, bolstering a client's motivation for change is important. I provide accountability and support during the tough times--knowing that we all have challenges and choices in our lives. I am very well suited to working with LGBTQi persons and those with all levels of ability. I treat many concerns, however, I specialize in anxiety concerns and trauma (PTSD). I also work with those who struggle with Personality Disorders.
We love to collaborate with clients to help them draw from their own expertise, build on their own positive values, discover their own skills, and use these new tools to work through conflicts and hardships. We are systems therapist. What that means is: we like to approach problems that people have within the context of social, political and cultural storylines that influence the way we view ourselves and our own personal stories. We use this same approach in family therapy to seek ways to change the way the family system works rather than trying to "fix" a specific family member.
We love to collaborate with clients to help them draw from their own expertise, build on their own positive values, discover their own skills, and use these new tools to work through conflicts and hardships. We are systems therapist. What that means is: we like to approach problems that people have within the context of social, political and cultural storylines that influence the way we view ourselves and our own personal stories. We use this same approach in family therapy to seek ways to change the way the family system works rather than trying to "fix" a specific family member.
•••• Private, Trustworthy, Effective Therapy & Coaching for Couples & Adults•••• I applaud you for taking the first step to living a life you love! My office is your safe and soothing therapy space to talk about whatever you’d like. My clients want to take an honest look at themselves and learn: *HEALTHY COMMUNICATION with partner, friends, family, colleagues *PRODUCTIVE self-reflection *CLARITY in decision-making *effective COPING for depression/anxiety/irritability/anger *how to stop co-dependent tendencies *to feel EMPOWERED *confidently set and HOLD BOUNDARIES
•••• Private, Trustworthy, Effective Therapy & Coaching for Couples & Adults•••• I applaud you for taking the first step to living a life you love! My office is your safe and soothing therapy space to talk about whatever you’d like. My clients want to take an honest look at themselves and learn: *HEALTHY COMMUNICATION with partner, friends, family, colleagues *PRODUCTIVE self-reflection *CLARITY in decision-making *effective COPING for depression/anxiety/irritability/anger *how to stop co-dependent tendencies *to feel EMPOWERED *confidently set and HOLD BOUNDARIES
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I have 30 years of experience providing compassionate, collaborative mental health support for individuals and couples. My areas of expertise include adoption and foster care, complex parenting, transition to adulthood, and LGBTQIA-related concerns. I use empathy and humor, with a focus on relational, narrative, and CBT approaches. I provide a trusting therapeutic space for self-discovery, growth, and coping with life's challenges. Whether you're a caregiver, young adult, part of the adoption community, and/or LGBTQIA+, I will be a non-judgmental guide and ally in your journey towards wellness and self-acceptance.
I have 30 years of experience providing compassionate, collaborative mental health support for individuals and couples. My areas of expertise include adoption and foster care, complex parenting, transition to adulthood, and LGBTQIA-related concerns. I use empathy and humor, with a focus on relational, narrative, and CBT approaches. I provide a trusting therapeutic space for self-discovery, growth, and coping with life's challenges. Whether you're a caregiver, young adult, part of the adoption community, and/or LGBTQIA+, I will be a non-judgmental guide and ally in your journey towards wellness and self-acceptance.
You don’t have to know where to start. Show up as you are, and we'll find the way forward together.
I work with adults and older adults grappling with life’s deeper currents: identity shifts, major life transitions, illness, grief, caregiving stress, healthcare burnout, or the quiet ache of disconnection. Many of my clients are navigating a challenging cancer trajectory, whether newly adjusting to diagnosis, living with advanced cancer, facing end-of-life concerns, or managing the complexities of survivorship.
You don’t have to know where to start. Show up as you are, and we'll find the way forward together.
I work with adults and older adults grappling with life’s deeper currents: identity shifts, major life transitions, illness, grief, caregiving stress, healthcare burnout, or the quiet ache of disconnection. Many of my clients are navigating a challenging cancer trajectory, whether newly adjusting to diagnosis, living with advanced cancer, facing end-of-life concerns, or managing the complexities of survivorship.
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.
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Lesbian Therapists
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.