LGBTQ+ Counselling in East London, London
Hi there, I'm a BACP registered Integrative Therapist, offering a warm, non-judgemental, supportive and personalised approach to help you explore and process any significant life issues, traumatic history, unwanted thoughts and beliefs, and compulsive behaviours that are holding you back. I provide an environment which is kink, sexuality, and consensual non-monogamy/polyamory positive, and LGBTQIA+ friendly. I provide counselling for individuals, couples, family groups, and polycules of all sexualities and genders. I’m committed to creating a space that’s welcoming to anyone from a marginalised identity.
Hi there, I'm a BACP registered Integrative Therapist, offering a warm, non-judgemental, supportive and personalised approach to help you explore and process any significant life issues, traumatic history, unwanted thoughts and beliefs, and compulsive behaviours that are holding you back. I provide an environment which is kink, sexuality, and consensual non-monogamy/polyamory positive, and LGBTQIA+ friendly. I provide counselling for individuals, couples, family groups, and polycules of all sexualities and genders. I’m committed to creating a space that’s welcoming to anyone from a marginalised identity.
I offer contemporary (LGBTQIA+ affirmative, feminist, trauma-informed, heart-centred) Person-Centred Therapy.
Are things in your life feeling overwhelming? Perhaps you have a niggling sense of unease that you can’t ignore. Maybe you are feeling the weight of an old wound, or looking to find your way through a fresh one. Depression, feeling sad, anxiety, stress, grief, bereavement, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, spirituality, gender or sexual identity, including LGBTQIA+ experiences, are just a few of the reasons that you might be seeking psychotherapy. Whatever you are feeling, you are not alone, and whatever journey you have taken to get here, you are welcome.
I offer contemporary (LGBTQIA+ affirmative, feminist, trauma-informed, heart-centred) Person-Centred Therapy.
Are things in your life feeling overwhelming? Perhaps you have a niggling sense of unease that you can’t ignore. Maybe you are feeling the weight of an old wound, or looking to find your way through a fresh one. Depression, feeling sad, anxiety, stress, grief, bereavement, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, spirituality, gender or sexual identity, including LGBTQIA+ experiences, are just a few of the reasons that you might be seeking psychotherapy. Whatever you are feeling, you are not alone, and whatever journey you have taken to get here, you are welcome.
Claire Ratcliffe Psychotherapy & Couples Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East London, London E1
I work with heterosexual relationships & I also work extensively with those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community who are at various stages in their relationship.
There are many reasons why people choose to come to therapy. For some, it can be a sense of discomfort, an internal struggle, or perhaps an external trigger has pushed you towards seeking support. Therapy can be an empowering process, supporting you to reconnect with yourself, to notice and take care of your needs, bringing you self awareness, healing & a deeper sense of security. I work to provide clients with a safe & attuned therapeutic experience. This gives you the space to look at old patterns of behaviour that are no longer serving you, supporting you to make healthier changes, moving you forward into a place of authenticity
I work with heterosexual relationships & I also work extensively with those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community who are at various stages in their relationship.
There are many reasons why people choose to come to therapy. For some, it can be a sense of discomfort, an internal struggle, or perhaps an external trigger has pushed you towards seeking support. Therapy can be an empowering process, supporting you to reconnect with yourself, to notice and take care of your needs, bringing you self awareness, healing & a deeper sense of security. I work to provide clients with a safe & attuned therapeutic experience. This gives you the space to look at old patterns of behaviour that are no longer serving you, supporting you to make healthier changes, moving you forward into a place of authenticity
I am an LGBTQ+ therapist supporting people to explore issues and concerns around sexuality and gender. I work with individuals who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender diverse, gender-questioning. I offer therapy for anyone who wants to explore their identity, regardless of whether they are considering or undergoing transition. I also offer therapy to people who want support for other challenges in life and would like to work these through with a trans therapist. I also work with couples, partners, family members or anyone close to someone who is exploring their gender identity.
I am an LGBTQ+ therapist supporting people to explore issues and concerns around sexuality and gender. I work with individuals who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender diverse, gender-questioning. I offer therapy for anyone who wants to explore their identity, regardless of whether they are considering or undergoing transition. I also offer therapy to people who want support for other challenges in life and would like to work these through with a trans therapist. I also work with couples, partners, family members or anyone close to someone who is exploring their gender identity.
You may be feeling overwhelmed & disconnected in your relationships & work, &/or experiencing anxiety & despair about the state of the world - the climate crisis, the political landscape, the “never enough” of grind culture capitalism, the multitude of oppressive systems that plague us (racism, cisheteropatriarchy etc). I’ve been practicing for 15 years & find it especially rewarding working with those who are highly sensitive, empathic, artists, activists, queer, non monogamous, those struggling with a dysregulated nervous system, anxious attachment, poor boundaries & people pleasing. I work somatically alongside talk therapy.
You may be feeling overwhelmed & disconnected in your relationships & work, &/or experiencing anxiety & despair about the state of the world - the climate crisis, the political landscape, the “never enough” of grind culture capitalism, the multitude of oppressive systems that plague us (racism, cisheteropatriarchy etc). I’ve been practicing for 15 years & find it especially rewarding working with those who are highly sensitive, empathic, artists, activists, queer, non monogamous, those struggling with a dysregulated nervous system, anxious attachment, poor boundaries & people pleasing. I work somatically alongside talk therapy.
I am particularly interested in working with trauma and have specialist experience working for an LGBT organisation and running groups in the NHS.
I have a well established psychotherapy practice working with a range of clients and couples, from an integrative, relational perspective. I also specialise in working with the LGBTQi+ community. I offer face to face and online as well as psychotherapy groups. Please look at my website for further information, https://www.annacopepsychotherapy.co.uk/
I am particularly interested in working with trauma and have specialist experience working for an LGBT organisation and running groups in the NHS.
I have a well established psychotherapy practice working with a range of clients and couples, from an integrative, relational perspective. I also specialise in working with the LGBTQi+ community. I offer face to face and online as well as psychotherapy groups. Please look at my website for further information, https://www.annacopepsychotherapy.co.uk/
I understand and trust that my clients are the experts of their own lives and encourage their ability to make positive decisions for their growth and development. I have gained a wealth of experience working with people from all walks of life in a variety of situations and practices. However, my special interest is working with minority groups and I have an expertise in therapeutically supporting the LGBTQ+ community and people of colour living in the UK.
I understand and trust that my clients are the experts of their own lives and encourage their ability to make positive decisions for their growth and development. I have gained a wealth of experience working with people from all walks of life in a variety of situations and practices. However, my special interest is working with minority groups and I have an expertise in therapeutically supporting the LGBTQ+ community and people of colour living in the UK.
Living with difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences can drain our energy and affect the quality of our lives and relationships. We all need support from time to time, and talking with a therapist in a confidential and supportive setting can help us understand ourselves better and consider what we would like to change in our lives or relationships. I work with individuals, people in relationships (couples/relationship counselling) and people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Living with difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences can drain our energy and affect the quality of our lives and relationships. We all need support from time to time, and talking with a therapist in a confidential and supportive setting can help us understand ourselves better and consider what we would like to change in our lives or relationships. I work with individuals, people in relationships (couples/relationship counselling) and people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Naomi Twigden
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
East London, London E1
Waitlist for new clients
I'm Naomi. I identify as part of the LGBTQIA + community and use she/they pronouns. I trained as a therapist in Melbourne, Australia. Themes I have trained in and work with include grief, anxiety, depression, alcohol & drugs, cross-culture counselling, neurodiversity, trauma, family and relationships. I have extensive training and experience in working with young adults (18 - 35) and GSRD (gender, sexual and relationship diverse) clients. My experience includes working as a freelance psychotherapist for MIND, a university campus counsellor and as a LGBTQIA+ crisis line telephone counsellor.
I'm Naomi. I identify as part of the LGBTQIA + community and use she/they pronouns. I trained as a therapist in Melbourne, Australia. Themes I have trained in and work with include grief, anxiety, depression, alcohol & drugs, cross-culture counselling, neurodiversity, trauma, family and relationships. I have extensive training and experience in working with young adults (18 - 35) and GSRD (gender, sexual and relationship diverse) clients. My experience includes working as a freelance psychotherapist for MIND, a university campus counsellor and as a LGBTQIA+ crisis line telephone counsellor.
I work with individual adults of all ages, both face-to-face and online. I provide 50-minute, once-weekly counselling on a short-term, medium-term or open-ended basis. I can provide help in many areas, including but not limited to: Anxiety, Identity/Sense of Self, Challenges experienced by the LGBTQIA+ community, Relationship Difficulties, Navigating Non-Monogamy and Polyamory, Trauma, Bereavement/Loss, Anger Management, Gendered Experience, End of Life/Chronic Illness, Self-Harm and Suicidal Thoughts and Stress.
I work with individual adults of all ages, both face-to-face and online. I provide 50-minute, once-weekly counselling on a short-term, medium-term or open-ended basis. I can provide help in many areas, including but not limited to: Anxiety, Identity/Sense of Self, Challenges experienced by the LGBTQIA+ community, Relationship Difficulties, Navigating Non-Monogamy and Polyamory, Trauma, Bereavement/Loss, Anger Management, Gendered Experience, End of Life/Chronic Illness, Self-Harm and Suicidal Thoughts and Stress.
I have specialised knowledge and experience of working with LGBTQIA+ related clients and issues as well as young adults.
I offer long term and short term counselling either face to face or online. I work with you to explore your feelings and issues/struggles and aim to help you gain a greater sense of who you are, where you want to be and to gain self-awareness and self-acceptance. I believe the therapeutic relationship is an important one and I am committed to being alongside you in your journey to building self-confidence and helping you to resolve feelings in a safe and confidential space. Together, in a collaborative space, we will explore your experiences and what they mean to you.
I have specialised knowledge and experience of working with LGBTQIA+ related clients and issues as well as young adults.
I offer long term and short term counselling either face to face or online. I work with you to explore your feelings and issues/struggles and aim to help you gain a greater sense of who you are, where you want to be and to gain self-awareness and self-acceptance. I believe the therapeutic relationship is an important one and I am committed to being alongside you in your journey to building self-confidence and helping you to resolve feelings in a safe and confidential space. Together, in a collaborative space, we will explore your experiences and what they mean to you.
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I use my lived experiences as a queer intersex person to support my work with all people, especially those who have to navigate marginalisation and the challenges this can bring for wellbeing, mental health and relationships.
I enjoy supporting people to find ways of making sense of themselves and their lives that lead to greater wellbeing. I strive to create conversations and spaces that actively address oppression, celebrate diversity and consider the challenges resulting from societal expectations of what makes a good life.
I use my lived experiences as a queer intersex person to support my work with all people, especially those who have to navigate marginalisation and the challenges this can bring for wellbeing, mental health and relationships.
I enjoy supporting people to find ways of making sense of themselves and their lives that lead to greater wellbeing. I strive to create conversations and spaces that actively address oppression, celebrate diversity and consider the challenges resulting from societal expectations of what makes a good life.
I have always had a special interest in working with the LGBTQ+ community.
It's good to talk, but it’s better to be listened to. Carving out the space to focus on ourselves has never been more challenging. Psychotherapy is the chance to do exactly that, a place to build a relationship to safely explore where you are at and where you want to be. I am dedicated to helping you find ways forward that feel positive. I aim to support you in making decisions and to explore new possibilities where sometimes we find ourselves stuck in the same old patterns. I aim to instil confidence and help manage feelings of anxiety or low mood and to imagine a new way forward.
I have always had a special interest in working with the LGBTQ+ community.
It's good to talk, but it’s better to be listened to. Carving out the space to focus on ourselves has never been more challenging. Psychotherapy is the chance to do exactly that, a place to build a relationship to safely explore where you are at and where you want to be. I am dedicated to helping you find ways forward that feel positive. I aim to support you in making decisions and to explore new possibilities where sometimes we find ourselves stuck in the same old patterns. I aim to instil confidence and help manage feelings of anxiety or low mood and to imagine a new way forward.
I am a Humanistic Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist specialising in working with anxiety, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ folks, however, everybody is welcome.
You might be feeling anxious or flat, maybe you are experiencing unresolved grief, feeling stuck, or perhaps you are unhappy within your relationships (romantic, familial or friendship), whatever it may be, we can begin to acknowledge it together. I will be a facilitator in your therapeutic journey. Together, we will discover the tools and insights that will enable you to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. I work with individuals, couples and intimate partners. I assist couples and partners in navigating differences in desire and trust concerns, while also aiding those seeking improved communication, security, and connection.
I am a Humanistic Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist specialising in working with anxiety, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ folks, however, everybody is welcome.
You might be feeling anxious or flat, maybe you are experiencing unresolved grief, feeling stuck, or perhaps you are unhappy within your relationships (romantic, familial or friendship), whatever it may be, we can begin to acknowledge it together. I will be a facilitator in your therapeutic journey. Together, we will discover the tools and insights that will enable you to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. I work with individuals, couples and intimate partners. I assist couples and partners in navigating differences in desire and trust concerns, while also aiding those seeking improved communication, security, and connection.
I am an affirmative queer, trans+/non-binary counsellor and I believe that the cultural context of our lives is integral to processing how we feel about ourselves and the world around us.
Hi I'm Lizzie (they/them), I am fully qualified and accredited by the NCS and DBS checked. I am experienced in working with abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, identity and have worked with carers. Often there are many factors that play into the emotional distress that you may be experiencing. The most important thing is that we can establish a trusting relationship where you feel safe enough to start engaging with whatever is troubling you. I am here to help you move forward with your life, to make sense of your emotions, trust yourself and start living a fulfilled life. Email or call me now to have a free chat.
I am an affirmative queer, trans+/non-binary counsellor and I believe that the cultural context of our lives is integral to processing how we feel about ourselves and the world around us.
Hi I'm Lizzie (they/them), I am fully qualified and accredited by the NCS and DBS checked. I am experienced in working with abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, identity and have worked with carers. Often there are many factors that play into the emotional distress that you may be experiencing. The most important thing is that we can establish a trusting relationship where you feel safe enough to start engaging with whatever is troubling you. I am here to help you move forward with your life, to make sense of your emotions, trust yourself and start living a fulfilled life. Email or call me now to have a free chat.
I provide a welcoming, non-judgemental therapeutic space for you to explore your issues in an open, honest, safe, confidential way. I work with a wide variety of people with different issues. Whatever you are seeking support for, I am happy to discuss how I can help. You may be seeking support with low mood, anxiety, depression, LBGT+ issues or adjusting to a family member's LGBT+ identity. Or you may be seeking to explore your subconscious and what is causing your thoughts and feelings. I have additional specialist expertise is in working with positive HIV diagnosis, helping people adjust and thrive while managing their condition.
I provide a welcoming, non-judgemental therapeutic space for you to explore your issues in an open, honest, safe, confidential way. I work with a wide variety of people with different issues. Whatever you are seeking support for, I am happy to discuss how I can help. You may be seeking support with low mood, anxiety, depression, LBGT+ issues or adjusting to a family member's LGBT+ identity. Or you may be seeking to explore your subconscious and what is causing your thoughts and feelings. I have additional specialist expertise is in working with positive HIV diagnosis, helping people adjust and thrive while managing their condition.
Adam Davidi
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
East London, London E8
Waitlist for new clients
I specialise in supporting people from the LGBT+ community and have experience of working for organisations that offer LGBT+ therapy.
I work as an integrative therapist. Therapy offers you a space to think about where you are in your life and where you’d like to be. I believe that therapy can help you live a more authentic and meaningful life. I offer a warm and supportive space where you can share what has brought you to therapy. People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons; all are valid. Perhaps you are feeling depressed, anxious, angry, stuck or suffering from low self-esteem. You might be struggling with your sexuality or gender identity. Perhaps you are feeling dissatisfied with your relationships with friends, partners or work colleagues.
I specialise in supporting people from the LGBT+ community and have experience of working for organisations that offer LGBT+ therapy.
I work as an integrative therapist. Therapy offers you a space to think about where you are in your life and where you’d like to be. I believe that therapy can help you live a more authentic and meaningful life. I offer a warm and supportive space where you can share what has brought you to therapy. People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons; all are valid. Perhaps you are feeling depressed, anxious, angry, stuck or suffering from low self-esteem. You might be struggling with your sexuality or gender identity. Perhaps you are feeling dissatisfied with your relationships with friends, partners or work colleagues.
I'm a psychodynamic therapist working primarily with issues related to sex, intimacy and relationships. I am sex positive and specialise in Gender, Sexuality and Relationship diversity, meaning I'm LGBTQIA+ inclusive, BDSM/Kink conscious, polyamorous/non-monogamous aware and sex worker allied. I have extensive experience working with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, poor body image, internalised shame, stigmatisation due to being a sex worker, fear of intimacy, self-harm, trauma and childhood abuse.
I'm a psychodynamic therapist working primarily with issues related to sex, intimacy and relationships. I am sex positive and specialise in Gender, Sexuality and Relationship diversity, meaning I'm LGBTQIA+ inclusive, BDSM/Kink conscious, polyamorous/non-monogamous aware and sex worker allied. I have extensive experience working with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, poor body image, internalised shame, stigmatisation due to being a sex worker, fear of intimacy, self-harm, trauma and childhood abuse.
I am part of the LGBTQ+ community and have experience of working with clients who have experiences associated with living ‘against the grain'.
Together we will work with whatever you bring to therapy. This may be an issue that is clear and well defined. You might want change in your relationship or in your work, or you may want support dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem or shame, for example. But it might also be something much vaguer, it may be a general interest in exploring aspects of your life or way of relating to the world, or it might be a sense of confusion, stuckness, dissatisfaction or unfinished business.
I am part of the LGBTQ+ community and have experience of working with clients who have experiences associated with living ‘against the grain'.
Together we will work with whatever you bring to therapy. This may be an issue that is clear and well defined. You might want change in your relationship or in your work, or you may want support dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem or shame, for example. But it might also be something much vaguer, it may be a general interest in exploring aspects of your life or way of relating to the world, or it might be a sense of confusion, stuckness, dissatisfaction or unfinished business.
Do you feel the need for a change but the thought of it makes you anxious? Do people around you seem not to be able to see who you truly are? Are you questioning your sexuality or gender? Does it feel as if you constantly need to justify yourself? As a member of the LGBTQ+ community myself, I’m familiar with the struggles around sexuality and/or gender. If this is something you’re facing, I can walk the path of self-acceptance with you over rough or smooth terrains.
Do you feel the need for a change but the thought of it makes you anxious? Do people around you seem not to be able to see who you truly are? Are you questioning your sexuality or gender? Does it feel as if you constantly need to justify yourself? As a member of the LGBTQ+ community myself, I’m familiar with the struggles around sexuality and/or gender. If this is something you’re facing, I can walk the path of self-acceptance with you over rough or smooth terrains.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
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.