LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Denver, CO
I focus on providing individual therapy for women identified or queer identified people.
I believe that a collaborative relationship between the therapist and the client is essential for a positive therapy experience. I believe that healing begins with social connectivity and relationship. In therapy, we may focus on thought patterns, relational dynamics, reframing negative thought patterns, building insight into past relational patterns, and creating more fulfilling patterns of relating to others. We may consider how cultural and systemic factors have impacted both your relationships and beliefs about yourself. I also provide EMDR for clients who have experienced trauma or feel stuck in past memories.
I focus on providing individual therapy for women identified or queer identified people.
I believe that a collaborative relationship between the therapist and the client is essential for a positive therapy experience. I believe that healing begins with social connectivity and relationship. In therapy, we may focus on thought patterns, relational dynamics, reframing negative thought patterns, building insight into past relational patterns, and creating more fulfilling patterns of relating to others. We may consider how cultural and systemic factors have impacted both your relationships and beliefs about yourself. I also provide EMDR for clients who have experienced trauma or feel stuck in past memories.
Chingonx Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work Candidate, MSSW, CSWC, ADDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80231 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Mil gracias for visiting Chingonx Counseling & Consulting. My clinical practice engages in culturally responsive trauma- informed healing. I specialize in serving the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. I welcome of my client's intersectionality in sessions.
Mil gracias for visiting Chingonx Counseling & Consulting. My clinical practice engages in culturally responsive trauma- informed healing. I specialize in serving the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. I welcome of my client's intersectionality in sessions.
I affirm all experiences, including straight, gay, or HIV+.
If you struggle and remain unhappy I'm glad you'd consider letting someone help. Suffering is a serious matter. People suffer from many different and individual reasons such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, addictions, or histories of abuse, neglect or trauma. Many people suffer with issues related to sexuality (being gay, lesbian, sexually-addicted, HIV+, etc.) Shame is a damaging experience for anyone (gay or straight) and needs to be addressed head on for change. There is hope. Together, we can figure out the best road ahead. Happiness matters. That is true for everyone, including you.
I affirm all experiences, including straight, gay, or HIV+.
If you struggle and remain unhappy I'm glad you'd consider letting someone help. Suffering is a serious matter. People suffer from many different and individual reasons such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, addictions, or histories of abuse, neglect or trauma. Many people suffer with issues related to sexuality (being gay, lesbian, sexually-addicted, HIV+, etc.) Shame is a damaging experience for anyone (gay or straight) and needs to be addressed head on for change. There is hope. Together, we can figure out the best road ahead. Happiness matters. That is true for everyone, including you.
Jackson Vincent (Accepting New Clients)
Clinical Social Work Candidate, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80219
Are you looking for a therapist who understands queer identities and experiences of mental health? Are you hoping to heal the different parts of yourself and live a more fulfilling life? I'm here to help LGBTQ+ folks like you find self-acceptance, queer joy, and a fully integrated, connected self.
Are you looking for a therapist who understands queer identities and experiences of mental health? Are you hoping to heal the different parts of yourself and live a more fulfilling life? I'm here to help LGBTQ+ folks like you find self-acceptance, queer joy, and a fully integrated, connected self.
Focus areas include: trauma, anxiety, grief/loss, LGBTQIA+, and Polyamory/CNM.
The healing journey often feels isolating or overwhelming; my goal is to compassionately accompany you through your process, meeting you where you are. Together we will co-create an affirming space for you to delicately dive inwards, to identify and unravel the beliefs that no longer serve you, and embrace your whole self. We will explore emotions, thoughts, and experiences from a place of care and curiosity. Through this process, we will help you connect with the roots of your true self, and identify what supports can be put in place for you to grow and thrive.
Focus areas include: trauma, anxiety, grief/loss, LGBTQIA+, and Polyamory/CNM.
The healing journey often feels isolating or overwhelming; my goal is to compassionately accompany you through your process, meeting you where you are. Together we will co-create an affirming space for you to delicately dive inwards, to identify and unravel the beliefs that no longer serve you, and embrace your whole self. We will explore emotions, thoughts, and experiences from a place of care and curiosity. Through this process, we will help you connect with the roots of your true self, and identify what supports can be put in place for you to grow and thrive.
Lia Linn Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80209
Not accepting new clients
I am a white neurodivergent nonbinary trans woman interested in supporting adults navigating life changes of all kinds, with specific attention to collaboration with trans, nonbinary, and (neuro)queer individuals. My hope would be to identify and to build on clients' existing strengths and skills to foster increased confidence, values-based problem solving, and affirming connections in relationships. I defer to practices that root therapy in each client's lived experience and that challenge the ways we often reduce suffering and distress to individual questions of functioning, resilience, and exploitability. I am COVID conscious.
I am a white neurodivergent nonbinary trans woman interested in supporting adults navigating life changes of all kinds, with specific attention to collaboration with trans, nonbinary, and (neuro)queer individuals. My hope would be to identify and to build on clients' existing strengths and skills to foster increased confidence, values-based problem solving, and affirming connections in relationships. I defer to practices that root therapy in each client's lived experience and that challenge the ways we often reduce suffering and distress to individual questions of functioning, resilience, and exploitability. I am COVID conscious.
Amanda Earle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80209 (Online Only)
What if I can't handle Polyamory or Non-Monogamy? Am I Queer enough? Where do I even begin to explore my Kinks or Power-exchange dynamics? Am I really Addicted?... I offer a safe and supportive space for my clients to address these questions, as well as explore other concerns regarding their identity, relationships, needs, and behaviors. As a Narrative therapist, I consider myself an active and collaborative clinician. My approach is creative and engaging, and will often incorporate metaphor, storytelling, experiential exercises, skill-building, and an emphasis on Harm Reduction. I also offer EMDR for healing trauma.
What if I can't handle Polyamory or Non-Monogamy? Am I Queer enough? Where do I even begin to explore my Kinks or Power-exchange dynamics? Am I really Addicted?... I offer a safe and supportive space for my clients to address these questions, as well as explore other concerns regarding their identity, relationships, needs, and behaviors. As a Narrative therapist, I consider myself an active and collaborative clinician. My approach is creative and engaging, and will often incorporate metaphor, storytelling, experiential exercises, skill-building, and an emphasis on Harm Reduction. I also offer EMDR for healing trauma.
Stephanie Peetz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80209
I work with folks ages 5 and up. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ related issues, Anxiety, Depression, Children & Adolescent issues, Parenting, Relationship issues, and Life Transitions. Additionally, I am currently accepting clients in search of stand alone Gender Affirming Care Evaluations for Gender Affirming Surgery (GAS) and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
I work with folks ages 5 and up. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ related issues, Anxiety, Depression, Children & Adolescent issues, Parenting, Relationship issues, and Life Transitions. Additionally, I am currently accepting clients in search of stand alone Gender Affirming Care Evaluations for Gender Affirming Surgery (GAS) and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and couples from all different backgrounds, across race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. I have particular empathy and compassion for any client who feels their path in life has not followed that of the majority or who have felt marginalized in some way. I also have extensive experience in working with adolescents and adults in the LGBTQ community in therapy. I believe therapy should be collaborative between myself and clients - I bring education and training to our therapy and you bring the most expertise on yourself.
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and couples from all different backgrounds, across race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. I have particular empathy and compassion for any client who feels their path in life has not followed that of the majority or who have felt marginalized in some way. I also have extensive experience in working with adolescents and adults in the LGBTQ community in therapy. I believe therapy should be collaborative between myself and clients - I bring education and training to our therapy and you bring the most expertise on yourself.
While working with a variety of client concerns I primarily specialize in treating depression and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related issues, navigating work/Denver startup stress, finding meaning & purpose, and breaking intergenerational patterns/behaviors that were learned from family (usually stemming from trauma).
Open doors to a better future, reconcile with doors left open from your past. Think of therapy as the opportunity to make the desired changes in your life to increase your overall well-being. I'm here to help you unlock your unique capabilities & strengths for maximizing your success in all the important areas of your life. This means: learning how to take better care of yourself; being a better friend, family member, and lover; having a greater impact on your community, whether that be at work or at home; taking your dreams and making them a reality.
While working with a variety of client concerns I primarily specialize in treating depression and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related issues, navigating work/Denver startup stress, finding meaning & purpose, and breaking intergenerational patterns/behaviors that were learned from family (usually stemming from trauma).
Open doors to a better future, reconcile with doors left open from your past. Think of therapy as the opportunity to make the desired changes in your life to increase your overall well-being. I'm here to help you unlock your unique capabilities & strengths for maximizing your success in all the important areas of your life. This means: learning how to take better care of yourself; being a better friend, family member, and lover; having a greater impact on your community, whether that be at work or at home; taking your dreams and making them a reality.
Shay Lyons
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80206 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you wonder what your inner voice would say if given the chance for authentic expression? There are myriad reasons that contribute to the quieting of our whole selves—individual, family, and intergenerational trauma, oppression, genetics, and sometimes just the inherent challenges of living in our world. Whatever your story is, you possess the inherent wisdom that’s key to your growth and healing. I work with LGBTQIA+ folks exploring gender identity and sexual orientation, individuals in non-traditional relationships, and those seeking support for trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, phobias, and codependency.
Do you wonder what your inner voice would say if given the chance for authentic expression? There are myriad reasons that contribute to the quieting of our whole selves—individual, family, and intergenerational trauma, oppression, genetics, and sometimes just the inherent challenges of living in our world. Whatever your story is, you possess the inherent wisdom that’s key to your growth and healing. I work with LGBTQIA+ folks exploring gender identity and sexual orientation, individuals in non-traditional relationships, and those seeking support for trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, phobias, and codependency.
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Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
My specialties include low or mismatched sex drives, LGBTQIA+ support, coming out, healing after infidelity, polyamory and non-monogamy, and religious trauma.
I am a sex, relationship, and trauma therapist passionate about helping you achieve your goals. I will work with my individual clients to address sexual trauma, cultivate a positive self-image around sexuality, understand needs and wants in sexual relationships, improve existing relationships, and work through any other presenting problems. Working with couples and partners, I will help to address mistrust, sexual trauma, problems with intimacy, relationship conflict, navigating sex during and after life transitions, and any other relationship or sexual concerns.
My specialties include low or mismatched sex drives, LGBTQIA+ support, coming out, healing after infidelity, polyamory and non-monogamy, and religious trauma.
I am a sex, relationship, and trauma therapist passionate about helping you achieve your goals. I will work with my individual clients to address sexual trauma, cultivate a positive self-image around sexuality, understand needs and wants in sexual relationships, improve existing relationships, and work through any other presenting problems. Working with couples and partners, I will help to address mistrust, sexual trauma, problems with intimacy, relationship conflict, navigating sex during and after life transitions, and any other relationship or sexual concerns.
As queer women, we often have more challenges to navigate than others and sometimes we need extra support. I can provide you with that support. I work with queer women who are struggling with feelings of stress, relationships concerns, dating, anxiety, parenting, marriage, depression, & frustration. I also help people struggling with ADHD and with grief/loss. I am a doctoral level psychologist & have graduated & trained in programs accredited by the American Psychological Association.
As queer women, we often have more challenges to navigate than others and sometimes we need extra support. I can provide you with that support. I work with queer women who are struggling with feelings of stress, relationships concerns, dating, anxiety, parenting, marriage, depression, & frustration. I also help people struggling with ADHD and with grief/loss. I am a doctoral level psychologist & have graduated & trained in programs accredited by the American Psychological Association.
In a world that often wants us to feel badly about ourselves, it's easy to feel overwhelmed if we don't conform to the "norm". I am here to stand by you in confronting the structures that contribute to our mental challenges while carving out new routes to emotional well-being. My focus includes holding space for my LGBTQIA community, fostering safety and respect for neurodivergent folks, and offering vital support to survivors of trauma, especially those affected by sexual trauma. Whether you're just starting out on your mental health journey, or are looking for a change of pace, I can help get you where you want to be!
In a world that often wants us to feel badly about ourselves, it's easy to feel overwhelmed if we don't conform to the "norm". I am here to stand by you in confronting the structures that contribute to our mental challenges while carving out new routes to emotional well-being. My focus includes holding space for my LGBTQIA community, fostering safety and respect for neurodivergent folks, and offering vital support to survivors of trauma, especially those affected by sexual trauma. Whether you're just starting out on your mental health journey, or are looking for a change of pace, I can help get you where you want to be!
Tanner Straight
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
My primary areas of expertise are in sex therapy, LGBTQ populations, couples, parent coaching, child behavioral challenges, intimacy, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, and depression.
Helping to improve relationships, sex, intimacy, sexuality and gender identity to enhance quality of life. I strive to create a safe and accepting space to explore and discover an authentic lifestyle within these aspects of life. Through a sex positive approach, the goal is to reduce shame and enhance authenticity. Beginning with the exploration with relationship to self, my clients are able to enhance their relationships with others. Challenging the messages, beliefs and values family and societal has created allows for clients to learn and create their own narrative for the life that aligns with them.
My primary areas of expertise are in sex therapy, LGBTQ populations, couples, parent coaching, child behavioral challenges, intimacy, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, and depression.
Helping to improve relationships, sex, intimacy, sexuality and gender identity to enhance quality of life. I strive to create a safe and accepting space to explore and discover an authentic lifestyle within these aspects of life. Through a sex positive approach, the goal is to reduce shame and enhance authenticity. Beginning with the exploration with relationship to self, my clients are able to enhance their relationships with others. Challenging the messages, beliefs and values family and societal has created allows for clients to learn and create their own narrative for the life that aligns with them.
I welcome LGBTQIA+ clients and specialize in issues of coming out, internalized phobias, relationship issues, gender identity and sexual orientation.
I believe that each of us is capable, sometimes with a little assistance, of making our own best decisions, and that each of us is responsible for our own path in life. This means that as a counselor, I work closely with my clients to decide on the best course of therapy. My work focuses on helping people free themselves from pain and the feeling of being "stuck" that keeps them from moving in a forward direction.
I welcome LGBTQIA+ clients and specialize in issues of coming out, internalized phobias, relationship issues, gender identity and sexual orientation.
I believe that each of us is capable, sometimes with a little assistance, of making our own best decisions, and that each of us is responsible for our own path in life. This means that as a counselor, I work closely with my clients to decide on the best course of therapy. My work focuses on helping people free themselves from pain and the feeling of being "stuck" that keeps them from moving in a forward direction.
Moshe M Rozdzial
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80206 (Online Only)
My work is affirming of all ethnicities, faith communities, cultural identities, and gender and sexual orientations (Gay/LGBT).
Is pornography, cybersex, or sexual addiction impacting your life? Are you feeling alone, sexually rejected, or struggling with low desire in your relationship? Do you want more sexual and emotion intimacy? Are you concerned about your sexual identity or sexual functioning?
It is common for people to encounter sexual problems, at any age. What is uncommon is for people to do something about those problems before they irreparably damage their self-esteem and relationships. Left unmanaged, anger, shame, and fear increase. The sooner you come in for help the better chance you have of growing a happy, healthy sexual life.
My work is affirming of all ethnicities, faith communities, cultural identities, and gender and sexual orientations (Gay/LGBT).
Is pornography, cybersex, or sexual addiction impacting your life? Are you feeling alone, sexually rejected, or struggling with low desire in your relationship? Do you want more sexual and emotion intimacy? Are you concerned about your sexual identity or sexual functioning?
It is common for people to encounter sexual problems, at any age. What is uncommon is for people to do something about those problems before they irreparably damage their self-esteem and relationships. Left unmanaged, anger, shame, and fear increase. The sooner you come in for help the better chance you have of growing a happy, healthy sexual life.
Sophie Ernstrom
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
I’ve worked with people processing gender identity, bisexual erasure, systematic forms of oppression, neurodivergence, polyamory/CNM, sex work, kink, and sexuality in general.
Connection is one of the most powerful forms of healing. Whether you are feeling isolated, stressed, or overwhelmed in your life, healing often begins with sharing the burden with another person. You’ve taken the first and sometimes the hardest step towards starting therapy. I’m glad you’re here. I am a queer therapist and it is my greatest joy to work with my queer community. I work with people who hold intersecting identities and have experienced a wide range of concerns including trauma, PTSD, gender dysphoria, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. I offer individual, relationship, and group therapy.
I’ve worked with people processing gender identity, bisexual erasure, systematic forms of oppression, neurodivergence, polyamory/CNM, sex work, kink, and sexuality in general.
Connection is one of the most powerful forms of healing. Whether you are feeling isolated, stressed, or overwhelmed in your life, healing often begins with sharing the burden with another person. You’ve taken the first and sometimes the hardest step towards starting therapy. I’m glad you’re here. I am a queer therapist and it is my greatest joy to work with my queer community. I work with people who hold intersecting identities and have experienced a wide range of concerns including trauma, PTSD, gender dysphoria, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. I offer individual, relationship, and group therapy.
I'm Corinne, a Denver-based LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist and licensed psychologist currently accepting new clients in Colorado. I have extensive experience working with teens (14+), adults, and older adults. Before starting my practice, I worked in several LGBTQIA+ centers, providing affirming care, group treatment, and community outreach programs.
I'm Corinne, a Denver-based LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist and licensed psychologist currently accepting new clients in Colorado. I have extensive experience working with teens (14+), adults, and older adults. Before starting my practice, I worked in several LGBTQIA+ centers, providing affirming care, group treatment, and community outreach programs.
Sam Field is a licensed professional counselor(LPC), Licensed addiction counselor and trained extensively working with the LGBTQ community. Sam is trained in EMDR and IFS. Sam works towards providing a unique therapeutic approach blends talk therapy, wilderness and equine therapy, somatic trauma informed, mindfulness practices, and horticultural therapy. She offers a nurturing, accessible, and inclusive therapy experience.
Sam Field is a licensed professional counselor(LPC), Licensed addiction counselor and trained extensively working with the LGBTQ community. Sam is trained in EMDR and IFS. Sam works towards providing a unique therapeutic approach blends talk therapy, wilderness and equine therapy, somatic trauma informed, mindfulness practices, and horticultural therapy. She offers a nurturing, accessible, and inclusive therapy experience.
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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.