LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Didsbury, AB
Kaitlyn Barnett Psychological Services
Psychologist, MACP, P, Psyc
Verified Verified
Didsbury, AB T0M
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist who is passionate about guiding clients through the therapeutic proces. I offer sessions with a welcoming and judgement free environment that helps to facilitate the relationship between client and counsellor; an element known to be essential for effective outcomes. I aid the client in the achievement of their desired growth and change, and work with a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues including anxiety, depression, post-partum depression/anxiety, OCD, addictions, anger management, fear and phobias, PTSD, family conflict, divorce/separation, abuse, trauma, stress, self-harm, suicide, self-esteem, grief, and many more...
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist who is passionate about guiding clients through the therapeutic proces. I offer sessions with a welcoming and judgement free environment that helps to facilitate the relationship between client and counsellor; an element known to be essential for effective outcomes. I aid the client in the achievement of their desired growth and change, and work with a wide range of behavioral and emotional issues including anxiety, depression, post-partum depression/anxiety, OCD, addictions, anger management, fear and phobias, PTSD, family conflict, divorce/separation, abuse, trauma, stress, self-harm, suicide, self-esteem, grief, and many more...
Are you presently struggling with Anxiety? Depression? Lack of self esteem or confidence? Grief? Or perhaps you have a child who is the one requiring additional support and coping? By coming to therapy you can expect a supportive, non judgement relationship based therapy approach; whereby you or your child can learn the tools and process what is occurring. Sometimes what we think is normal feelings, behaviors or thoughts, may in fact be a sign of something else...let's work together to figure it out.
Are you presently struggling with Anxiety? Depression? Lack of self esteem or confidence? Grief? Or perhaps you have a child who is the one requiring additional support and coping? By coming to therapy you can expect a supportive, non judgement relationship based therapy approach; whereby you or your child can learn the tools and process what is occurring. Sometimes what we think is normal feelings, behaviors or thoughts, may in fact be a sign of something else...let's work together to figure it out.
Do you struggle with depression or anxiety that impacts your relationships and day-to-day life? Do you feel overwhelmed just getting through the day? Do you wonder if life and your relationships should feel somehow better? Happier? Maybe you are a parent of a teen who doesn’t act like other kids. Whether they struggle with attention at school and they get in trouble all the time or are depressed and pull away, you are losing hope. You feel worried and unsure how to help your teen, it’s hard to watch them suffering in relationships with their peers, teachers and family members. You want them to be happy, confident, and successful.
Do you struggle with depression or anxiety that impacts your relationships and day-to-day life? Do you feel overwhelmed just getting through the day? Do you wonder if life and your relationships should feel somehow better? Happier? Maybe you are a parent of a teen who doesn’t act like other kids. Whether they struggle with attention at school and they get in trouble all the time or are depressed and pull away, you are losing hope. You feel worried and unsure how to help your teen, it’s hard to watch them suffering in relationships with their peers, teachers and family members. You want them to be happy, confident, and successful.
Are you feeling weighed down by past trauma, stress or a life change that has you feeling a persistent sense of being stuck? You're not alone in facing these challenges. Many struggle to find joy, meaning, and direction amidst overwhelming emotions and tough decisions. But there is hope and help available. I provide a welcoming space for you to explore your feelings and experiences without judgment.
Are you feeling weighed down by past trauma, stress or a life change that has you feeling a persistent sense of being stuck? You're not alone in facing these challenges. Many struggle to find joy, meaning, and direction amidst overwhelming emotions and tough decisions. But there is hope and help available. I provide a welcoming space for you to explore your feelings and experiences without judgment.
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As well as my Master's degree I have certificates in Addictions Counselling and Child and Youth Behaviour Strategies, Level I and Level II Gottman training for relationships, and experience with LGBTQ2S+ clients.
I have 10+ years working with clients experiencing anxiety, mood disorders, school refusal, friendship concerns, navigating family relationships, suicidal ideation/self-harm, and sexual/gender identity. I have worked with adult and youth clients with these concerns, along with relationships, infidelity, and parenting. My practice also includes working with couples, polycules, and consensual non-monogamy. I feel we all have a huge capacity for resilience and learning and enjoy co-creating successful therapeutic relationships which are trauma-informed and recognize client's lived experiences.
As well as my Master's degree I have certificates in Addictions Counselling and Child and Youth Behaviour Strategies, Level I and Level II Gottman training for relationships, and experience with LGBTQ2S+ clients.
I have 10+ years working with clients experiencing anxiety, mood disorders, school refusal, friendship concerns, navigating family relationships, suicidal ideation/self-harm, and sexual/gender identity. I have worked with adult and youth clients with these concerns, along with relationships, infidelity, and parenting. My practice also includes working with couples, polycules, and consensual non-monogamy. I feel we all have a huge capacity for resilience and learning and enjoy co-creating successful therapeutic relationships which are trauma-informed and recognize client's lived experiences.
As we move through our life experiences, we develop patterns and ways of being and coping that may no longer serve us. Our past gives us clues to our present and with this understanding we can change our future. Do you feel like you don’t know who you are? Do patterns in your relationships and life feel impossible to break? Are you dimming your own light to fit into who you think you should be?
As we move through our life experiences, we develop patterns and ways of being and coping that may no longer serve us. Our past gives us clues to our present and with this understanding we can change our future. Do you feel like you don’t know who you are? Do patterns in your relationships and life feel impossible to break? Are you dimming your own light to fit into who you think you should be?
I am a Registered Psychologist in both AB and SK. I have over 15 years of clinical assessment experience with children, adolescents, adults, public safety personnel, front line workers, and health care professionals. My goal with formal assessment is to help you explore your symptoms, gain understanding of your responses and patterns, and empower you to gain renewed agency, with or without a formal diagnosis. I am competent to diagnose within the scope of the DSM. I also offer trauma treatment and am certified in TFCBT and BOS and have training in CPT, NMT, and other models, having worked in this field over 15 years.
I am a Registered Psychologist in both AB and SK. I have over 15 years of clinical assessment experience with children, adolescents, adults, public safety personnel, front line workers, and health care professionals. My goal with formal assessment is to help you explore your symptoms, gain understanding of your responses and patterns, and empower you to gain renewed agency, with or without a formal diagnosis. I am competent to diagnose within the scope of the DSM. I also offer trauma treatment and am certified in TFCBT and BOS and have training in CPT, NMT, and other models, having worked in this field over 15 years.
Bloom Narratives Therapy & Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Balzac, AB T0M
Your mind might be racing as you try to juggle all the responsibilities and hats you wear, or maybe your body is telling you about the impact anxiety is having on your life. You might be feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Maybe you're wondering if you'll ever feel fulfilled and peaceful with your identity. That's where we can come in to help you recover and find relief from past events, trauma, anxiety, stress, burnout, eating disorders, and depression. We are a team of therapists providing individual and relationship counselling locally in Airdrie, Alberta and virtually across Alberta.
Your mind might be racing as you try to juggle all the responsibilities and hats you wear, or maybe your body is telling you about the impact anxiety is having on your life. You might be feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Maybe you're wondering if you'll ever feel fulfilled and peaceful with your identity. That's where we can come in to help you recover and find relief from past events, trauma, anxiety, stress, burnout, eating disorders, and depression. We are a team of therapists providing individual and relationship counselling locally in Airdrie, Alberta and virtually across Alberta.
Chelsey Stang
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Blackfalds, AB T0M
Not accepting new clients
I am a Registered Psychologist specializing in anxiety, depression, women's issues and body image. It's an honour to be able to share in the experiences of my clients and I strive to provide a warm and compassionate therapy experience, free of judgment. I utilize evidence based therapy techniques, which I tailor to the unique needs of each client. I am able to offer CBT, ACT, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy, EMDR and Mindfulness based approaches. My goal is to provide the support that you are looking for in the way that best fits you and to ensure that your voice has been heard.
I am a Registered Psychologist specializing in anxiety, depression, women's issues and body image. It's an honour to be able to share in the experiences of my clients and I strive to provide a warm and compassionate therapy experience, free of judgment. I utilize evidence based therapy techniques, which I tailor to the unique needs of each client. I am able to offer CBT, ACT, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy, EMDR and Mindfulness based approaches. My goal is to provide the support that you are looking for in the way that best fits you and to ensure that your voice has been heard.
Online Therapists
If you're looking for a fat, queer, neuro-spicy white settler femme, a working class intersectional, trans-affirming, sex worker-friendly feminist therapist who understands the nuances of identity and the challenges of living authentically in a complex world, I'm here to support you.
Let’s be honest: the world is a dumpster fire right now. Climate catastrophe causes water shortages and wildfires. The implosion of capitalism, which never worked for most of us in the first place, leads to high living costs and an increase in poverty. There’s ramped up rhetoric hating on immigrants, BIPOC, and trans folks. There are ongoing genocides, rollbacks on basic human rights, and politicians who seem hopelessly out of touch with All. The. Things. Meanwhile, we’re supposed to keep on keepin’ on, pretending everything’s fine while somehow also navigating our own individual life challenges, problems, and concerns. It's a lot.
If you're looking for a fat, queer, neuro-spicy white settler femme, a working class intersectional, trans-affirming, sex worker-friendly feminist therapist who understands the nuances of identity and the challenges of living authentically in a complex world, I'm here to support you.
Let’s be honest: the world is a dumpster fire right now. Climate catastrophe causes water shortages and wildfires. The implosion of capitalism, which never worked for most of us in the first place, leads to high living costs and an increase in poverty. There’s ramped up rhetoric hating on immigrants, BIPOC, and trans folks. There are ongoing genocides, rollbacks on basic human rights, and politicians who seem hopelessly out of touch with All. The. Things. Meanwhile, we’re supposed to keep on keepin’ on, pretending everything’s fine while somehow also navigating our own individual life challenges, problems, and concerns. It's a lot.
Allison Iriye - AKI Counselling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
As a provider who's sex & pleasure positive, LGBTQIA+-affirming, kink-aware, poly(am)-aware, and SWer friendly, I'm here to walk with you in moving towards growth as you define it.
I'm a Registered Social Worker who works with adults (individuals and relationships/couples) and youth ages 15+. I am passionate about cultivating therapeutic spaces that are culturally-sensitive and trauma-informed. Utilizing research, professional knowledge, and lived experience, I will invite your authenticity to shine through and be celebrated. As you are the expert of your own life, we will draw upon your knowledge, strengths, curiosity, and processes of self-reflection to address challenges, gain perspective, and develop skills to help you navigate your world.
As a provider who's sex & pleasure positive, LGBTQIA+-affirming, kink-aware, poly(am)-aware, and SWer friendly, I'm here to walk with you in moving towards growth as you define it.
I'm a Registered Social Worker who works with adults (individuals and relationships/couples) and youth ages 15+. I am passionate about cultivating therapeutic spaces that are culturally-sensitive and trauma-informed. Utilizing research, professional knowledge, and lived experience, I will invite your authenticity to shine through and be celebrated. As you are the expert of your own life, we will draw upon your knowledge, strengths, curiosity, and processes of self-reflection to address challenges, gain perspective, and develop skills to help you navigate your world.
C. Alecia White
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2P (Online Only)
Using an intersectional lens, I support with various challenges including life transitions, codependency, racialized trauma, gender/sexuality concerns, family/relationship conflict and communication difficulties.
For the last 16 years, I have worked as a Social Worker with countless communities, including racialized, Black, and Indigenous communities (both on and off reserve), LGBTQ+ communities, post secondary students, sexual violence survivors, homeless folx, women, youth and families, addictions, and MVA survivors. Armed with both experience and understanding, I work to build trust and carefully tailored care for the communities I support; primarily specializing in trauma, mood, anxiety, and adjustment concerns.
Using an intersectional lens, I support with various challenges including life transitions, codependency, racialized trauma, gender/sexuality concerns, family/relationship conflict and communication difficulties.
For the last 16 years, I have worked as a Social Worker with countless communities, including racialized, Black, and Indigenous communities (both on and off reserve), LGBTQ+ communities, post secondary students, sexual violence survivors, homeless folx, women, youth and families, addictions, and MVA survivors. Armed with both experience and understanding, I work to build trust and carefully tailored care for the communities I support; primarily specializing in trauma, mood, anxiety, and adjustment concerns.
I see adult and adolescent clients from all sorts of different backgrounds, and who present with a variety of psychological concerns. However, I feel I’m especially well-suited to working with folks who are undergoing significant life change (e.g., job insecurity, divorce, bereavement, diagnosis, etc.), and who are experiencing anger, anxiety, or depression while traversing the flux. I’m also a keen advocate of mental wellbeing within a number of specific communities, including: veterans and first responders, men (cis and trans), LGBTQ+ folks, expatriates/immigrants, entrepreneurs, and people practicing consensual non-monogamy.
I see adult and adolescent clients from all sorts of different backgrounds, and who present with a variety of psychological concerns. However, I feel I’m especially well-suited to working with folks who are undergoing significant life change (e.g., job insecurity, divorce, bereavement, diagnosis, etc.), and who are experiencing anger, anxiety, or depression while traversing the flux. I’m also a keen advocate of mental wellbeing within a number of specific communities, including: veterans and first responders, men (cis and trans), LGBTQ+ folks, expatriates/immigrants, entrepreneurs, and people practicing consensual non-monogamy.
McKenzie Lukacs
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2G
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.
Joanna Card
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
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.
Avery Briggs
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q)
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2M (Online Only)
My passion lies in couples counselling and helping trans folks (and those who love them) thrive.
My practice is founded on the belief that connection and community are the only way forward. I believe therapy should be collaborative, non-punitive, and accessible. I strive to create a non-judgmental and compassionate space where your experiences, emotions, and challenges are genuinely heard, respected, and held. I view you as an equal partner in this journey. Our work is grounded in the belief that you possess the knowledge and wisdom to navigate your unique path to well-being - you just might need some help getting there.
My passion lies in couples counselling and helping trans folks (and those who love them) thrive.
My practice is founded on the belief that connection and community are the only way forward. I believe therapy should be collaborative, non-punitive, and accessible. I strive to create a non-judgmental and compassionate space where your experiences, emotions, and challenges are genuinely heard, respected, and held. I view you as an equal partner in this journey. Our work is grounded in the belief that you possess the knowledge and wisdom to navigate your unique path to well-being - you just might need some help getting there.
I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming practitioner and am committed to creating an authentic and collaborative relationship.
Are you tired of feeling stuck and ready to find a way to move forward? Life will always have it's ups and downs but it also doesn't have to feel so hard all the time. Whether you're new to therapy or ready to start the next chapter of your journey, it's never too late to make changes and work on your unique version of a meaningful and satisfying life. With over 13 years of experience as a Registered Psychologist providing individual therapy, I can support you with skills and strategies to make day to day living more manageable, as well as guide you through the deeper dive of addressing the root cause of your concerns.
I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming practitioner and am committed to creating an authentic and collaborative relationship.
Are you tired of feeling stuck and ready to find a way to move forward? Life will always have it's ups and downs but it also doesn't have to feel so hard all the time. Whether you're new to therapy or ready to start the next chapter of your journey, it's never too late to make changes and work on your unique version of a meaningful and satisfying life. With over 13 years of experience as a Registered Psychologist providing individual therapy, I can support you with skills and strategies to make day to day living more manageable, as well as guide you through the deeper dive of addressing the root cause of your concerns.
I have particular experience working with identity, stress, trauma, people of diverse abilities, sex and sexuality, trans and gender diverse care, and intersections between these identities and experiences.
I believe that our ability to create meaningful connections with ourselves and those around us is central to our wellbeing. I look forward to connecting with you to support you in further embedding wellbeing in your life. I aim to provide a safer environment where you can explore yourself and your struggles and am here to support you in creating the life that you want. As a Registered Psychologist, I am committed to ongoing training, using the latest research, and creating the meaningful therapeutic relationship necessary to support you in navigating your way toward the life you deserve.
I have particular experience working with identity, stress, trauma, people of diverse abilities, sex and sexuality, trans and gender diverse care, and intersections between these identities and experiences.
I believe that our ability to create meaningful connections with ourselves and those around us is central to our wellbeing. I look forward to connecting with you to support you in further embedding wellbeing in your life. I aim to provide a safer environment where you can explore yourself and your struggles and am here to support you in creating the life that you want. As a Registered Psychologist, I am committed to ongoing training, using the latest research, and creating the meaningful therapeutic relationship necessary to support you in navigating your way toward the life you deserve.
I have extensive experience counselling clients from many different cultures and spiritualities, and I am an LGBTQIA+ friendly therapist.
Hello and welcome! My name is Nadia and I am a Registered Psychologist. I would be honoured to work with you toward meaningful change in your life and I appreciate your courage in taking this step to be here. If you have been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, lost, or stuck, then please reach out. I work with individuals on a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, addiction, intergenerational patterns and various life transitions. My therapeutic style has been described as warm, compassionate, validating, and informative.
I have extensive experience counselling clients from many different cultures and spiritualities, and I am an LGBTQIA+ friendly therapist.
Hello and welcome! My name is Nadia and I am a Registered Psychologist. I would be honoured to work with you toward meaningful change in your life and I appreciate your courage in taking this step to be here. If you have been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, lost, or stuck, then please reach out. I work with individuals on a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, addiction, intergenerational patterns and various life transitions. My therapeutic style has been described as warm, compassionate, validating, and informative.
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.
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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.