LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Commerce City, CO
Ser Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022 (Online Only)
Hi there! I’m Ser. I’m a trans/non-binary, bilingual (English and Spanish) therapist with a deep understanding of how our communities are affected by trauma, grief, and inequity, but who also believes healing and liberation are possible.
Hi there! I’m Ser. I’m a trans/non-binary, bilingual (English and Spanish) therapist with a deep understanding of how our communities are affected by trauma, grief, and inequity, but who also believes healing and liberation are possible.
Tarah Waters - Mountain Thrive Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022
I have experience working with individuals with LGBTQ+ and transgender related needs, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family, school, ADHD, personality and other matters.
As a therapist, my focus is on empowering children and adults, and helping them achieve long-lasting change. I have worked with people from various communities and populations, and I understand that each individual has their own unique set of challenges and goals. I believe that everyone has the ability to thrive, and I am committed to helping my clients tap into their strengths. A strength-based approach can allow for the opportunity to identify successes, reestablish healthy patterns and learn new ways to deal with everyday life. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for clients to share.
I have experience working with individuals with LGBTQ+ and transgender related needs, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family, school, ADHD, personality and other matters.
As a therapist, my focus is on empowering children and adults, and helping them achieve long-lasting change. I have worked with people from various communities and populations, and I understand that each individual has their own unique set of challenges and goals. I believe that everyone has the ability to thrive, and I am committed to helping my clients tap into their strengths. A strength-based approach can allow for the opportunity to identify successes, reestablish healthy patterns and learn new ways to deal with everyday life. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for clients to share.
Brendan McCasky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022 (Online Only)
I am LGBTQ affirming and strive to make a safe space for all.
Welcome! I love working with people who have experienced trauma, chronic health issues, and significant grief and loss. Maybe you frequently ask "why me" or feel like no one is hearing what you're trying to say. Progress in grief work may be working up the courage to have that difficult conversation with your loved one, making it through the day without breaking down more than once, or getting out of bed and taking care of your most simple tasks. I enjoy working with any adult or teen whose experience of their grief feels too heavy to carry alone, and who may not know where to start to feel better.
I am LGBTQ affirming and strive to make a safe space for all.
Welcome! I love working with people who have experienced trauma, chronic health issues, and significant grief and loss. Maybe you frequently ask "why me" or feel like no one is hearing what you're trying to say. Progress in grief work may be working up the courage to have that difficult conversation with your loved one, making it through the day without breaking down more than once, or getting out of bed and taking care of your most simple tasks. I enjoy working with any adult or teen whose experience of their grief feels too heavy to carry alone, and who may not know where to start to feel better.
Lexii D Prevette @ Rising Sun Counseling Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022
You are deserving of a safe, inclusive, and collaborative therapeutic space to work through the many hardships in life. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist that assists children & adolescents, couples, and families achieve their personal and relational goals. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Johnson & Wales University in 2020. I continued my education and received my Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus on couples and family therapy from the University of Northern Colorado in 2023.
You are deserving of a safe, inclusive, and collaborative therapeutic space to work through the many hardships in life. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist that assists children & adolescents, couples, and families achieve their personal and relational goals. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Johnson & Wales University in 2020. I continued my education and received my Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus on couples and family therapy from the University of Northern Colorado in 2023.
Rebecca Kozel @ Forge Counseling Collective
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022
My areas of interest within counseling include integrating and connecting with nature, working with fellow queer individuals and psychedelic therapy.
I am a queer affirming counselor who utilizes a client-centered and solution-focused approach to counseling. This means that our partnership will be focused on you; together we will find personalized solutions to the daunting challenges you face. All of your identities are welcome in this space and no topic is off the table. Holistic wellness is a key value of mine and I believe we may discover the answers we seek by exploring parts of ourselves that we tend to conceal from others.
My areas of interest within counseling include integrating and connecting with nature, working with fellow queer individuals and psychedelic therapy.
I am a queer affirming counselor who utilizes a client-centered and solution-focused approach to counseling. This means that our partnership will be focused on you; together we will find personalized solutions to the daunting challenges you face. All of your identities are welcome in this space and no topic is off the table. Holistic wellness is a key value of mine and I believe we may discover the answers we seek by exploring parts of ourselves that we tend to conceal from others.
Hannah Davis @ Forge Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022
I believe that you being the most authentic version of yourself is your gift to offer yourself and the world. Cultural messages often limit our potential if left unexamined; let's explore who you could be if you gave yourself permission to be your whole self. I want to celebrate your unique essence in an affirming space that welcomes the parts of you that you aren't sure others will understand. I'm a queer, affirming, anti-racist, trauma-informed healer with a lot left to learn on this journey. I'd be so grateful to explore your path with you!
I believe that you being the most authentic version of yourself is your gift to offer yourself and the world. Cultural messages often limit our potential if left unexamined; let's explore who you could be if you gave yourself permission to be your whole self. I want to celebrate your unique essence in an affirming space that welcomes the parts of you that you aren't sure others will understand. I'm a queer, affirming, anti-racist, trauma-informed healer with a lot left to learn on this journey. I'd be so grateful to explore your path with you!
Brittany Garza
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Brittany Garza, and I’m so glad you’re here. Seeking therapy is a courageous step, and I’m honored to support you on this journey. Working with me feels like having a warm, understanding partner by your side. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on beneath the surface in a way that feels safe, respectful, and empowering. My goal is to help you uncover your strengths, process difficult emotions, and move toward healing at your own pace. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults, those in the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma, among many others!
Hi, I’m Brittany Garza, and I’m so glad you’re here. Seeking therapy is a courageous step, and I’m honored to support you on this journey. Working with me feels like having a warm, understanding partner by your side. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on beneath the surface in a way that feels safe, respectful, and empowering. My goal is to help you uncover your strengths, process difficult emotions, and move toward healing at your own pace. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults, those in the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma, among many others!
Heather Hunt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022
In the last ten years my clientele has broadened to include LGBTQ+ and couples counseling as well.
Are you looking to make some changes in your life? Are you wanting to strengthen your relationships, increase your happiness, reduce your troubles and learn to find peace? I have worked with amazing clients from all walks of life looking to change the road they are traveling on. I strive to understand your struggles and your desires for change. I give you the tools to achieve your goals. I act as your support and guide in making the changes you desire and help to hold you accountable when the traveling gets tough.
In the last ten years my clientele has broadened to include LGBTQ+ and couples counseling as well.
Are you looking to make some changes in your life? Are you wanting to strengthen your relationships, increase your happiness, reduce your troubles and learn to find peace? I have worked with amazing clients from all walks of life looking to change the road they are traveling on. I strive to understand your struggles and your desires for change. I give you the tools to achieve your goals. I act as your support and guide in making the changes you desire and help to hold you accountable when the traveling gets tough.
Sara Su-Castillo has twenty years of clinical experience and completed her Master of Arts in Social Work from the University of Chicago. She has a history of work in a wide variety of settings, including community mental health, integrated settings, and child welfare. Sara works with children, teens, and adults and is a bilingual English/Spanish speaker. Sara incorporates components of CBT, DBT, and Person-Centered Therapy to treat a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues and communication barriers, with a special focus on the LGBTQ community.
Sara Su-Castillo has twenty years of clinical experience and completed her Master of Arts in Social Work from the University of Chicago. She has a history of work in a wide variety of settings, including community mental health, integrated settings, and child welfare. Sara works with children, teens, and adults and is a bilingual English/Spanish speaker. Sara incorporates components of CBT, DBT, and Person-Centered Therapy to treat a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues and communication barriers, with a special focus on the LGBTQ community.
Emily Graham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022
Psychology Today repeatedly and consistently centers thin, able-bodied white people (all you have to do is look at their magazine covers to see an example of that), while pathologizing BIPOC, trans, and neurodivergent people.
Welcome! I'm Emily (they/them) and I'm a nonbinary, queer, white, polyamorous, neurodivergent therapist in Denver. For more information, please visit my profile on TherapyDen - www.therapyden.com/therapist/emily-graham-denver-co
Psychology Today repeatedly and consistently centers thin, able-bodied white people (all you have to do is look at their magazine covers to see an example of that), while pathologizing BIPOC, trans, and neurodivergent people.
Welcome! I'm Emily (they/them) and I'm a nonbinary, queer, white, polyamorous, neurodivergent therapist in Denver. For more information, please visit my profile on TherapyDen - www.therapyden.com/therapist/emily-graham-denver-co
Kim Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80022 (Online Only)
I also have a passion for those in the LGBTQ+ community and the unique issues that we face on our journey.
Do you feel as though you have lost your spark, your direction, or control of your life? Maybe you are struggling with alcohol or drug use and are ready to make a change. Maybe you feel that anxiety, depression, or stress are winning the fight right now. It could be that you are dealing with a major (or minor) life change and are struggling to find solid ground. Whatever it may be that led you to decide to find a therapist, I am so glad that you are here and I am proud of you for taking this step. Let's work together to help you shine again!
I also have a passion for those in the LGBTQ+ community and the unique issues that we face on our journey.
Do you feel as though you have lost your spark, your direction, or control of your life? Maybe you are struggling with alcohol or drug use and are ready to make a change. Maybe you feel that anxiety, depression, or stress are winning the fight right now. It could be that you are dealing with a major (or minor) life change and are struggling to find solid ground. Whatever it may be that led you to decide to find a therapist, I am so glad that you are here and I am proud of you for taking this step. Let's work together to help you shine again!
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Madz Kluz
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80022
Hi there! I operate strongly with the belief that kindness and care for others goes a long way. I enjoy connecting with and helping others regardless of our differences. I am passionate about working with kids and with family preservation. I hope to be an advocate for a child when they may not otherwise have one. I aim to help families connect and better understand one another to create a more cohesive home environment. As an artist, I am especially passionate about using art as healing. Art can create a strong container for difficult emotions, and I believe you don’t have to be an artist to benefit from the power of art making!
Hi there! I operate strongly with the belief that kindness and care for others goes a long way. I enjoy connecting with and helping others regardless of our differences. I am passionate about working with kids and with family preservation. I hope to be an advocate for a child when they may not otherwise have one. I aim to help families connect and better understand one another to create a more cohesive home environment. As an artist, I am especially passionate about using art as healing. Art can create a strong container for difficult emotions, and I believe you don’t have to be an artist to benefit from the power of art making!
Bre (Breanna) Olson @ Forge Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022
Hi there! My name is Bre and I am glad that you’re here, taking this step to find support. I am just a human like you, who is honored by learning about the unique stories of others. I believe that we are all fellow travelers in this life and we can learn from each other, grow through authenticity and that our greatest chance at a purposeful life has everything to do with our relationships to ourselves and others. Therapy is hard, and it can be scary at times, but it can also offer a safe haven to explore your needs, goals and whole self without judgement.
Hi there! My name is Bre and I am glad that you’re here, taking this step to find support. I am just a human like you, who is honored by learning about the unique stories of others. I believe that we are all fellow travelers in this life and we can learn from each other, grow through authenticity and that our greatest chance at a purposeful life has everything to do with our relationships to ourselves and others. Therapy is hard, and it can be scary at times, but it can also offer a safe haven to explore your needs, goals and whole self without judgement.
Rebekah Skinner - Mountain Thrive Counseling
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80022
Through support and encouragement, everyone can have the ability to create positive change and find a balance in their lives. A strength-based approach can allow for the opportunity to identify successes, reestablish healthy patterns and learn new ways to deal with everyday life. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for clients from all backgrounds to share and process whatever brings them to the counseling space. I operate using an integrative approach to counseling, meaning I utilize different techniques based on what works best for you. Together, we can create goals that you or your child hope to achieve.
Through support and encouragement, everyone can have the ability to create positive change and find a balance in their lives. A strength-based approach can allow for the opportunity to identify successes, reestablish healthy patterns and learn new ways to deal with everyday life. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for clients from all backgrounds to share and process whatever brings them to the counseling space. I operate using an integrative approach to counseling, meaning I utilize different techniques based on what works best for you. Together, we can create goals that you or your child hope to achieve.
Sierra Barnicle @ Forge Counseling Collective
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80022
Experiencing transition in your life? Struggling in a relationship? Trying to sort out all of the noise and hear your own voice clearer? Reach out. Life transitioning, figuring out relationships and finding your voice are all challenging things to do. Get support through a client-centered approach that looks at you as a whole person, what you want and need matters. Think we'd be a good fit or want to hear more? Schedule a consult.
Experiencing transition in your life? Struggling in a relationship? Trying to sort out all of the noise and hear your own voice clearer? Reach out. Life transitioning, figuring out relationships and finding your voice are all challenging things to do. Get support through a client-centered approach that looks at you as a whole person, what you want and need matters. Think we'd be a good fit or want to hear more? Schedule a consult.
Melissa Odendahl At Rising Sun Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022
If you've found yourself struggling, questioning your direction, or wanting to grow, I can be here to hold a safe space to support you. I enjoy working with those experiencing anxiety, disordered eating & body image concerns, grief & loss, and physical health diagnoses such as cancer. I also work with those hoping to build their self-esteem, and those who are looking to improve their interpersonal relationships. My clients want to learn more about themselves and how they interact with the world. They have a desire to become an even better version of who they already are, not just for those closest to them, but also for themselves.
If you've found yourself struggling, questioning your direction, or wanting to grow, I can be here to hold a safe space to support you. I enjoy working with those experiencing anxiety, disordered eating & body image concerns, grief & loss, and physical health diagnoses such as cancer. I also work with those hoping to build their self-esteem, and those who are looking to improve their interpersonal relationships. My clients want to learn more about themselves and how they interact with the world. They have a desire to become an even better version of who they already are, not just for those closest to them, but also for themselves.
Robyn Tenney @ Forge Counseling Collective
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022
Hello there! I'm so glad you've found me. I see individuals of all ages for therapy, as well as couples. I believe that each person is the expert on their own life. The space in our sessions is yours to make it whatever you need it to be that day. I am more than happy to discuss anything that feels important to you, as I strive to make my therapy room a safe space for you to be your most authentic and genuine self. I believe that you are your own hero and I am here to help guide you on your journey of self-discovery. We can sit and talk, or if it feels right we can also try other therapies like art, music, games, etc.!
Hello there! I'm so glad you've found me. I see individuals of all ages for therapy, as well as couples. I believe that each person is the expert on their own life. The space in our sessions is yours to make it whatever you need it to be that day. I am more than happy to discuss anything that feels important to you, as I strive to make my therapy room a safe space for you to be your most authentic and genuine self. I believe that you are your own hero and I am here to help guide you on your journey of self-discovery. We can sit and talk, or if it feels right we can also try other therapies like art, music, games, etc.!
I am dedicated to creating a profound impact on people's lives by fostering authentic and meaningful connections. My ultimate goal is to be a catalyst for personal growth, encouraging individuals to explore the depths of their potential. I aim to offer not only support but also a sense of grounding, providing a stable foundation for others to build upon. I believe in the power of shared experiences and the positive influence they can have on our personal development. Through genuine connections, I strive to create a space where individuals can feel empowered to embrace their true selves and pursue their passions.
I am dedicated to creating a profound impact on people's lives by fostering authentic and meaningful connections. My ultimate goal is to be a catalyst for personal growth, encouraging individuals to explore the depths of their potential. I aim to offer not only support but also a sense of grounding, providing a stable foundation for others to build upon. I believe in the power of shared experiences and the positive influence they can have on our personal development. Through genuine connections, I strive to create a space where individuals can feel empowered to embrace their true selves and pursue their passions.
Christina Boozer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80022 (Online Only)
Imagine living fearlessly as your authentic self. Feeling comfortable in your own skin. Feeling a little more relaxed in social situations. Feeling confident using your assertive voice to set and maintain healthy boundaries for yourself. Imagine feeling confident in your ability to interact with diverse, complex and even challenging personalities. Imagine...saying "no", or honoring commitments to yourself or others. Imagine starting the journey of healing and self-discovery. Imagine truly believing you are enough, worthy and deserving.
Imagine living fearlessly as your authentic self. Feeling comfortable in your own skin. Feeling a little more relaxed in social situations. Feeling confident using your assertive voice to set and maintain healthy boundaries for yourself. Imagine feeling confident in your ability to interact with diverse, complex and even challenging personalities. Imagine...saying "no", or honoring commitments to yourself or others. Imagine starting the journey of healing and self-discovery. Imagine truly believing you are enough, worthy and deserving.
Dixie Strange @Rising Sun Counseling Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
Commerce City, CO 80022
It is crucial to seek proper support when we decide to make a change because something is not working. No matter the reason for seeking help, the process often involves considering multiple perspectives and approaching issues from different angles to resolve the complex challenges of life.
It is crucial to seek proper support when we decide to make a change because something is not working. No matter the reason for seeking help, the process often involves considering multiple perspectives and approaching issues from different angles to resolve the complex challenges of life.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program 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 marginalization 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 specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.