Just like any other group, the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) community faces mental health issues and unique challenges. However, LGBTQ individuals are almost 3 times more likely than others to experience a mental health condition, such as depression or anxiety. Additionally, more than half of individuals who identify as transgender experience depression or anxiety. The LGBTQ community is also at a higher risk for suicide. Young people are even more at risk, as they may experience a lack of support at home and fear, hatred or prejudice in school. If you are a member of the LGBTQ community and are facing mental health challenges, you don’t have to suffer in silence. Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s LGBTQ experts and get help today.
I have worked my entire career in the areas of sex and sexuality, specializing in working with LGBTQ concerns. I create a welcoming space in therapy to address the additional challenges that identifying as a sexual and/or gender minority can bring. Together, we can build more resilience and help you to manage your understandable feelings from the stresses of stigma and micro (and macro) aggressions you face.
— Wayne Bullock, Psychologist in Washington, DCWorking with the LGBTQ+ community, I recognize the unique challenges and experiences faced by individuals within this diverse community. Creating a safe and affirming therapeutic space is crucial for fostering trust and understanding. LGBTQ+-affirmative therapists aim to provide support that is sensitive to the specific needs and concerns related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression. I am committed to dismantling stigma, fostering self-acceptance, and navigating coming out.
— Neeka Wittern, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Intern in Las Vegas, NV, NVExperience working with teens, parents, and adults processing gender/sexuality/identity concerns, who are navigating personal, academic, and professional relationships, as well as hormone replacement therapy and gender affirmative care.
— Elsa Lau, Clinical Psychologist in New York City, NYAmy has worked with queer/LGBT+ individuals for the last 15 years from ages 10-90 on issues such as exploring your identity, coming out, transitioning, processing and over coming religious trauma, setting boundaries with family members, accommodations in the work place, identifying community support, socializing and dating, and aging. In addition, Amy frequently works with family members or partners learning acceptance and processes perception/expectations they had for their loved ones life.
— Amy Studer, Licensed Professional Counselor in , MOI have worked for many years with the LGBTQ+ community, helping people with coming out, family issues, relationship issues, HIV/AIDS, aging, self-esteem, sexual issues, sexual compulsivity and addiction. I am sex positive and BDSM/kink friendly.
— Rick Isenberg, Licensed Professional Counselor in Ridgway, COI have worked for many years with the LGBTQ+ community, helping people with coming out, family issues, relationship issues, HIV/AIDS, aging, self-esteem, sexual issues, sexual compulsivity and addiction. I am sex positive and BDSM/kink friendly.
— Rick Isenberg, Licensed Professional Counselor in Ridgway, COI've spent the last 10+ years working in LGBTQIAP+ education and advocacy. Over my four years of clinical practice, I have worked with LGBTQIAP+ across various intersections, especially with regards to disordered eating, chronic illness, being latinx in our community, and neurodivergent-affirming support
— Shirley Roseman, Licensed Clinical Social WorkerI work with you to understand and develop a positive identity around gender or sexuality in a world that doesn't always accept you. I’m well versed in the social challenges, complex identity questions, and marginalization that can accompany queer lived experiences. I can help you work through questions around gender and sexuality, find ways to navigate interpersonal relationships with people who struggle to understand your identity, and build self-worth in the face of oppression.
— Augustin Kendall, Counselor in Minneapolis, MNThere are plenty of "LGBTQ friendly" therapists, but not that many who really GET IT. As a member of the queer community and a therapist with professional training in LGBTQ mental health, queer issues mean way more to me than just putting a rainbow flag in my office. We'll get into the detail and nuance of your identities, unpack what this means for your family, job, sex, safety, and social life.
— Lauren Pass Erickson, Psychotherapist in Boulder, COAs a queer therapist myself, I have a deep understanding of how navigating a cis-hetero world impacts our own mental health. I provide an affirming space for people across the gender and sexuality spectrum that is sex, kink, and poly-positive.
— Sara Gillooly, Licensed Mental Health CounselorWhether or not sexuality, gender identity, gender expression, or experiences in the queer community are the primary reasons for reaching out, this can be a safe space for you to show up as you. I provide affirming art therapy and counseling for individuals and couples.
— Adele Stuckey, Art Therapist in Alexandria, VAMaybe you're in the process of wanting to come out, maybe you've been out for as long as you can remember, or maybe you're somewhere in between. I can support you in unpacking and healing the internalized homo/bi/pan/trans/queerphobia that we all experience in this heteronormative society of ours. Learn to love your damn self.
— Dina Bdaiwi, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in Irvine, CAI am a safe zone and affirming of all sexual orientations with over 10 years experience helping the LGBTQ++ community specifically. I can help you to explore and better understand how past difficult experiences and old (or current) messages you’ve been telling yourself play a major role in your mental health. I will also help you to identify and practice the things that build your strength and help you to feel more peaceful in your everyday activities.
— Lindsay Laufer, LCSW, CCTP, Therapist in Charlotte, NCI work with you to understand and develop a positive identity around gender or sexuality in a world that doesn't always accept you. I’m well versed in the social challenges, complex identity questions, and marginalization that can accompany queer lived experiences. I can help you work through questions around gender and sexuality, find ways to navigate interpersonal relationships with people who struggle to understand your identity, and build self-worth in the face of oppression.
— Augustin Kendall, Counselor in Minneapolis, MNAs queer person, I understand the unique factors that impact our community. I am especially passionate about providing both affirming and informed care for LGBTQIA+ folx as they address concerns such as marginalization, oppression, discrimination, relational issues, dysphoria, and more.
— Noelle Benach, Counselor in Baltimore, MDI am an experienced LGBTQIA+ and gender-affirming therapist passionate about working with all clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, different, or just need some extra help. In the past, I have seen clients at LGBTQIA+ non-profit community centers, done HRT assessments, and worked with ALL letters in the LGBTQIA+ rainbow.
— Rachel Allen, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Southlake, TXI have taken several trainings on working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community and it is an area of focus that I am passionate about.
— Jennifer Moynihan Wynn, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Raleigh, NCLiving in a heteronormative world is hard for any member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Despite the world accepting us more nowadays, prejudice and discrimination are still prevalent on top of our already stressful lives. As a member of the community, I like to create a safe environment for clients facing LGBTQ-related issues. Together, we can learn to separate outside influences and focus on what improves our situation.
— Yifan Jin, Mental Health Counselor in New York, NY