LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Airdrie, AB
McKenzie Lukacs
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Airdrie, AB T4A
My practice is focused on decolonizing, fat-liberation, unlearning normative values, LGBTQ2IA+ and BIPOC advocacy, sexuality, kink, neurodiversity, sports performance, relationships, and boundary setting.
As a queer therapist, I understand the challenges of finding inclusive support and the transformative effects of collaborative therapy. I believe the most powerful aspect of therapy is a therapeutic partnership that learns and grows together. This means that I will bring my whole self into our work together and join you in your exploration and identify the things that matter to you. Healing and growth happen in the presence of safety and being truly seen and understood. I offer an anti-oppressive, queer, intersectional, and social justice approach to counselling.
My practice is focused on decolonizing, fat-liberation, unlearning normative values, LGBTQ2IA+ and BIPOC advocacy, sexuality, kink, neurodiversity, sports performance, relationships, and boundary setting.
As a queer therapist, I understand the challenges of finding inclusive support and the transformative effects of collaborative therapy. I believe the most powerful aspect of therapy is a therapeutic partnership that learns and grows together. This means that I will bring my whole self into our work together and join you in your exploration and identify the things that matter to you. Healing and growth happen in the presence of safety and being truly seen and understood. I offer an anti-oppressive, queer, intersectional, and social justice approach to counselling.
Bonnie Kelly - Therapy Alberta
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Airdrie, AB T4B
It can be difficult trying to find your way in a world full of change and expectations. Are you struggling with anxiety, confusion, or overwhelm? Feeling misunderstood is exhausting. Have you been targeted and othered for how you dress, love, express or identify? You want to be seen and heard, just as you are, so you can find your unique path and be who you want to be. Going to therapy doesn't have to be hard. You can find a genuine, safe connection with a therapist that sees you for you. I specialize in helping ADHD, neurodiverse, gender diverse, transgender and LGBTQ+ teens and adults find their strengths, connect, and thrive.
It can be difficult trying to find your way in a world full of change and expectations. Are you struggling with anxiety, confusion, or overwhelm? Feeling misunderstood is exhausting. Have you been targeted and othered for how you dress, love, express or identify? You want to be seen and heard, just as you are, so you can find your unique path and be who you want to be. Going to therapy doesn't have to be hard. You can find a genuine, safe connection with a therapist that sees you for you. I specialize in helping ADHD, neurodiverse, gender diverse, transgender and LGBTQ+ teens and adults find their strengths, connect, and thrive.
I've been working in the mental health field for over 10 years now and know the importance of finding a counsellor you can connect with. I’m a couples counsellor who also works with individuals in a variety of topics. Many folks come to see me for my experience in the queer / 2s lgbtqia+ community; which often has overlap with those who are neurodivergent, as well as exploration outside of a monogamous dynamic (ENM/poly). That said, I work with a variety of individuals in topics - just scroll down to ‘Specialities & Expertise’. My goal is to start by creating a foundation of trust and then customizing techniques to best support you.
I've been working in the mental health field for over 10 years now and know the importance of finding a counsellor you can connect with. I’m a couples counsellor who also works with individuals in a variety of topics. Many folks come to see me for my experience in the queer / 2s lgbtqia+ community; which often has overlap with those who are neurodivergent, as well as exploration outside of a monogamous dynamic (ENM/poly). That said, I work with a variety of individuals in topics - just scroll down to ‘Specialities & Expertise’. My goal is to start by creating a foundation of trust and then customizing techniques to best support you.
I’m also a great fit for anyone who wishes to work with a trauma-informed Queer person of colour (POC).
I am passionate about helping people live their lives the best they can by helping with: lowering distress, healing from the past, regulating emotions, and piecing together a life worth living. Are emotions or thoughts running your life? If you feel defined by your past, have trauma that gets in the way, or want to change thinking patterns, behaviours, or emotional experiences, I would love to help you on your journey! I am trained in various treatments that can help with healing including DBT, CBT, EMDR, and Prolonged Exposure.
I’m also a great fit for anyone who wishes to work with a trauma-informed Queer person of colour (POC).
I am passionate about helping people live their lives the best they can by helping with: lowering distress, healing from the past, regulating emotions, and piecing together a life worth living. Are emotions or thoughts running your life? If you feel defined by your past, have trauma that gets in the way, or want to change thinking patterns, behaviours, or emotional experiences, I would love to help you on your journey! I am trained in various treatments that can help with healing including DBT, CBT, EMDR, and Prolonged Exposure.
Joanna Card
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Airdrie, AB T4A
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, adults, and families, and helping them transform into confident and successful people with effective life-management skills. I specialize with clients needing individual, and/or family support with: attachment, anxiety, assertiveness, body image, conflict resolution, cross-cultural parenting, depression, grief, parent coaching, parent/teen conflict, performance enhancement (school, work, social), pet loss, relationship issues, self-esteem, self harm, sexuality - including all sexual orientations & gender identities, stress management, and trauma. Queer/ Trans & HAES affirming.
I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, adults, and families, and helping them transform into confident and successful people with effective life-management skills. I specialize with clients needing individual, and/or family support with: attachment, anxiety, assertiveness, body image, conflict resolution, cross-cultural parenting, depression, grief, parent coaching, parent/teen conflict, performance enhancement (school, work, social), pet loss, relationship issues, self-esteem, self harm, sexuality - including all sexual orientations & gender identities, stress management, and trauma. Queer/ Trans & HAES affirming.
I am LGBTQ+ affirming.
"Insanity: Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." - Albert Einstein - As a psychologist, I tend to work with people to focus them on what they can change and control to find successes with their problems. Whether working with couples, families, children, youth, or adults, I'd like to be the guy who listens in a way others may have failed to hear you before. My ideal client is anyone craving new skills, new ways of thinking and feeling, and is ready to learn how to think anew about the things they were once sure of.
I am LGBTQ+ affirming.
"Insanity: Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." - Albert Einstein - As a psychologist, I tend to work with people to focus them on what they can change and control to find successes with their problems. Whether working with couples, families, children, youth, or adults, I'd like to be the guy who listens in a way others may have failed to hear you before. My ideal client is anyone craving new skills, new ways of thinking and feeling, and is ready to learn how to think anew about the things they were once sure of.
Hi there, I'm Laura. I have over seven years of counselling experience and eight years of formal education. I'm here to help a wide range of people including ASD, ADHD, people with different physical abilities, youth (16+), seniors, First Responders, Queer, and Indigenous peoples. Everyone's journey is unique, challenging, and special, even through struggle. I'm here to help you work through that struggle by giving you tools and insight. You can make it through this, and whatever else your future holds. My space is safe, respectful, comfortable, and we might even laugh sometimes.
Hi there, I'm Laura. I have over seven years of counselling experience and eight years of formal education. I'm here to help a wide range of people including ASD, ADHD, people with different physical abilities, youth (16+), seniors, First Responders, Queer, and Indigenous peoples. Everyone's journey is unique, challenging, and special, even through struggle. I'm here to help you work through that struggle by giving you tools and insight. You can make it through this, and whatever else your future holds. My space is safe, respectful, comfortable, and we might even laugh sometimes.
Madelaine Robillard
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Airdrie, AB T4A
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! My name is Madelaine, and I have been working in mental health in the areas of domestic abuse, child welfare, Indigenous services, 2S LGBTQI+ identities, gender and sexuality, education, and healthcare. I also work with couples, poly/ENM dynamics and with those living with a disability or chronic illness. My primary location is in SE Airdrie (pictures to come!), but can also offer sessions at Innerlogue in Kensington, or at the As Above shop in Killarney.
Hello! My name is Madelaine, and I have been working in mental health in the areas of domestic abuse, child welfare, Indigenous services, 2S LGBTQI+ identities, gender and sexuality, education, and healthcare. I also work with couples, poly/ENM dynamics and with those living with a disability or chronic illness. My primary location is in SE Airdrie (pictures to come!), but can also offer sessions at Innerlogue in Kensington, or at the As Above shop in Killarney.
Now Offering Walk & Talk Sessions! Are you looking for new ways forward in life? Do you need the space to explore your needs and work towards your dreams? Let’s work together to learn new skills and new ways of being that help you help you heal well and live a fuller life. We’ll find what works for you and use your strengths to repair what’s not working anymore. We’ll talk about your dreams and what you WANT to see happen in your life. Then we’ll get to setting you up to actually ENJOY what you’ve worked so hard to create by living with authenticity, great boundaries, contagious self-confidence, and firm self-respect.
Now Offering Walk & Talk Sessions! Are you looking for new ways forward in life? Do you need the space to explore your needs and work towards your dreams? Let’s work together to learn new skills and new ways of being that help you help you heal well and live a fuller life. We’ll find what works for you and use your strengths to repair what’s not working anymore. We’ll talk about your dreams and what you WANT to see happen in your life. Then we’ll get to setting you up to actually ENJOY what you’ve worked so hard to create by living with authenticity, great boundaries, contagious self-confidence, and firm self-respect.
Michelle also has a specific interest in supporting youth in the LGBTQ2S+ communities.
Michelle is a Registered Psychologist who obtained her Master of Education in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary. She has over seventeen years of experience as a special education teacher and school psychologist, has worked in several school boards within Alberta, and has served on various province-wide committees with a focus on mental health initiatives. Michelle uses a collaborative, strength-based approach when working with youth, their families, and various support systems to complete psychological assessments and provide counselling.
Michelle also has a specific interest in supporting youth in the LGBTQ2S+ communities.
Michelle is a Registered Psychologist who obtained her Master of Education in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary. She has over seventeen years of experience as a special education teacher and school psychologist, has worked in several school boards within Alberta, and has served on various province-wide committees with a focus on mental health initiatives. Michelle uses a collaborative, strength-based approach when working with youth, their families, and various support systems to complete psychological assessments and provide counselling.
I am passionate about being a supportive ally for individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life's challenges and changes. I recognize that planned and unplanned transitions can evoke uncertainty and anxiety, yet I also acknowledge the potential for joy and fulfillment beyond those struggles. This understanding fuels my passion to assist others in their pursuit of happiness and self-actualization. My goal is to provide an inclusive and caring space for individuals, couples, and families to confront obstacles, develop resilience, and discover their inner strengths.
I am passionate about being a supportive ally for individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life's challenges and changes. I recognize that planned and unplanned transitions can evoke uncertainty and anxiety, yet I also acknowledge the potential for joy and fulfillment beyond those struggles. This understanding fuels my passion to assist others in their pursuit of happiness and self-actualization. My goal is to provide an inclusive and caring space for individuals, couples, and families to confront obstacles, develop resilience, and discover their inner strengths.
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I am here to work closely with individuals, offering my support in their journey to achieving their goals and navigating life's challenges. Counselling can sometimes seem intimidating and my primary aim is to create a warm and inviting space where you can feel safe, comfortable, and truly heard. My expertise lies in helping teenagers, families, and parents build connections, improve understanding, and enhance communication. I provide a nurturing space where everyone can express themselves openly and be understood.
Let's explore if I can be the one to accompany you on this transformative path.
I am here to work closely with individuals, offering my support in their journey to achieving their goals and navigating life's challenges. Counselling can sometimes seem intimidating and my primary aim is to create a warm and inviting space where you can feel safe, comfortable, and truly heard. My expertise lies in helping teenagers, families, and parents build connections, improve understanding, and enhance communication. I provide a nurturing space where everyone can express themselves openly and be understood.
Hey there! My name is Jeremy and I'm glad you're looking into some mental health supports. Whether it is for yourself or for someone you know, looking into different therapy options can be overwhelming with all the options out there, so it can be helpful to have a general idea of what some of your counselling goals might be and go from there. Phone consultations are a great way to see if you might be a good fit with each other as well. I believe in everyone's ability to create changes for themselves and haven't met a client I haven't learned from yet!
Hey there! My name is Jeremy and I'm glad you're looking into some mental health supports. Whether it is for yourself or for someone you know, looking into different therapy options can be overwhelming with all the options out there, so it can be helpful to have a general idea of what some of your counselling goals might be and go from there. Phone consultations are a great way to see if you might be a good fit with each other as well. I believe in everyone's ability to create changes for themselves and haven't met a client I haven't learned from yet!
Are you ready for a new chapter in your life? Let’s take the steps together. Whether you are experiencing overwhelming stress, feelings of anxiety or depression, grief and loss, or dealing with past or present trauma, we can all find ourselves feeling pushed to our limit, paralyzed with uncertainty, or simply lost. Whatever you are experiencing in your life right now, I am confident that there is hope and a way forward.
Are you ready for a new chapter in your life? Let’s take the steps together. Whether you are experiencing overwhelming stress, feelings of anxiety or depression, grief and loss, or dealing with past or present trauma, we can all find ourselves feeling pushed to our limit, paralyzed with uncertainty, or simply lost. Whatever you are experiencing in your life right now, I am confident that there is hope and a way forward.
I am passionate about connecting and engaging with both individuals and couples. I have extensive experience working with first responders and their loved ones, drawing from my expertise in their unique work conditions, stresses, and trauma faced in public safety roles. I'm attuned to their reactions to such pressures and am skilled in interventions for managing distress, insomnia, complex relationships, and trauma symptoms.
I am passionate about connecting and engaging with both individuals and couples. I have extensive experience working with first responders and their loved ones, drawing from my expertise in their unique work conditions, stresses, and trauma faced in public safety roles. I'm attuned to their reactions to such pressures and am skilled in interventions for managing distress, insomnia, complex relationships, and trauma symptoms.
I provide a nonjudgmental space that encourages clients to be themselves. I encourage and utilize humour within sessions and believe therapy is most effective when clients are involved in the development of goals and treatment approaches for their specific needs. I provide counselling services to teens (12+ with limited availability), adults, seniors, and couples. My areas of experience and interest include: Anxiety, BPD, Couples and Relationships (Monogamous & Alternative Lifestyles, Kink friendly), Depression, LGBTQ2S+, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Sexuality and Gender Identity, Stress Management, Trauma & PTSD.
I provide a nonjudgmental space that encourages clients to be themselves. I encourage and utilize humour within sessions and believe therapy is most effective when clients are involved in the development of goals and treatment approaches for their specific needs. I provide counselling services to teens (12+ with limited availability), adults, seniors, and couples. My areas of experience and interest include: Anxiety, BPD, Couples and Relationships (Monogamous & Alternative Lifestyles, Kink friendly), Depression, LGBTQ2S+, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Sexuality and Gender Identity, Stress Management, Trauma & PTSD.
Trinity is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which is utilized in healing trauma and transforming deeply rooted negative beliefs.
Open Heart Therapy offers a relaxed, nature based setting located on an acreage five minutes from Calgary. As a Registered Psychologist, and Equestrian, Trinity specializes in trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress, and existential concerns. Therapy is facilitated either indoors or outdoors; with the assistance of animals and a unique approach involving horses. Please visit our website to find additional details about our services and approaches.
Trinity is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which is utilized in healing trauma and transforming deeply rooted negative beliefs.
Open Heart Therapy offers a relaxed, nature based setting located on an acreage five minutes from Calgary. As a Registered Psychologist, and Equestrian, Trinity specializes in trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress, and existential concerns. Therapy is facilitated either indoors or outdoors; with the assistance of animals and a unique approach involving horses. Please visit our website to find additional details about our services and approaches.
I strive to create a safe space for my clients to explore their concerns with compassion and acceptance. My goal is to make you feel supported, to validate your experiences and to provide information and skills to help you meet your goals in a way that is realistic and manageable. Everyone learns and processes differently, so I use a variety of therapeutic modalities. Depending on your hopes for therapy, we will develop a plan that is unique to you and may draw from various approaches.
I strive to create a safe space for my clients to explore their concerns with compassion and acceptance. My goal is to make you feel supported, to validate your experiences and to provide information and skills to help you meet your goals in a way that is realistic and manageable. Everyone learns and processes differently, so I use a variety of therapeutic modalities. Depending on your hopes for therapy, we will develop a plan that is unique to you and may draw from various approaches.
Welcome! I have years of experience specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, and depression, enjoy working with youth and adults, and I support women during pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood. I also work with individuals who are overwhelmed or experiencing burnout in their lives. Perhaps changes in your life circumstances have made it nearly impossible to navigate, or the mental load of motherhood has become overwhelming. Whether you are struggling to mange difficult emotions or finding life hard to cope with at times, I am here to support you.
Welcome! I have years of experience specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, and depression, enjoy working with youth and adults, and I support women during pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood. I also work with individuals who are overwhelmed or experiencing burnout in their lives. Perhaps changes in your life circumstances have made it nearly impossible to navigate, or the mental load of motherhood has become overwhelming. Whether you are struggling to mange difficult emotions or finding life hard to cope with at times, I am here to support you.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, stress, relationship issues, or a life transition? I provide individual and couple's therapy to first responders, RCMP, military personnel, and the general public. I offer an integrative approach, meaning I draw from a variety of empirically supported therapeutic modalities to address your goals, whether that be reducing trauma-related symptoms, developing healthy coping mechanisms, improving interpersonal skills, or others. I work from a client-centred orientation and aim to create a warm, empathetic and non-judgmental space for my clients.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, stress, relationship issues, or a life transition? I provide individual and couple's therapy to first responders, RCMP, military personnel, and the general public. I offer an integrative approach, meaning I draw from a variety of empirically supported therapeutic modalities to address your goals, whether that be reducing trauma-related symptoms, developing healthy coping mechanisms, improving interpersonal skills, or others. I work from a client-centred orientation and aim to create a warm, empathetic and non-judgmental space for my clients.
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Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme 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 marginalisation 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 specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.