LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Duluth, GA
Anthony D Jackson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duluth, GA 30096 (Online Only)
Specializing in African American LGBTQ issues, couples/family therapy, mood disorders, and substance abuse, I am a trusted ally for those facing intricate challenges.
Meet Anthony Jackson, affectionately known as "Anthony J.," a renowned clinical mental health counselor revered as "the unconventional therapist." I believe therapy is a journey of transformation, uncovering the true self, and fostering healing, mental wellness, and equilibrium.
Specializing in African American LGBTQ issues, couples/family therapy, mood disorders, and substance abuse, I am a trusted ally for those facing intricate challenges.
Meet Anthony Jackson, affectionately known as "Anthony J.," a renowned clinical mental health counselor revered as "the unconventional therapist." I believe therapy is a journey of transformation, uncovering the true self, and fostering healing, mental wellness, and equilibrium.
Jonita is LGBTQIA+ affirming, utilizes emotional intelligence when working with clients and specializes in wholistic multidisciplinary approaches to achieve mental health and overall wellness. Jonita's favorite therapy modalities are experiential therapy, mindfulness based practices. She completed her undergraduate degree in Human Services from Saint Leo University and earned her Masters of Social Work with a focus on mental health and wellness from Clark Atlanta University. Jonita is also a human services board certified practioner, who wholeheartedly believes that mental health practice is what she is purposed and meant to do.
Jonita is LGBTQIA+ affirming, utilizes emotional intelligence when working with clients and specializes in wholistic multidisciplinary approaches to achieve mental health and overall wellness. Jonita's favorite therapy modalities are experiential therapy, mindfulness based practices. She completed her undergraduate degree in Human Services from Saint Leo University and earned her Masters of Social Work with a focus on mental health and wellness from Clark Atlanta University. Jonita is also a human services board certified practioner, who wholeheartedly believes that mental health practice is what she is purposed and meant to do.
Mari I Mars
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Duluth, GA 30096
Let me support you by teletherapy/phone sessions during this COVID-19 crisis. Facing challenges around trauma, intimacy, sexuality, gender, and sexual orientation can be the most intimate challenges of our lives, about which we're afraid of being misunderstood and judged. I'll help you using methods specific to your needs, situation, and comfort level (which never involve any nudity, touching, or sexual behavior). I'll help you feel empowered, achieve healing, reclaim intimacy, and improve quality of life. We'll work together, at your pace, in a relaxed, non-judgmental, private setting. My office is a safe, LGBTQ affirming space.
Let me support you by teletherapy/phone sessions during this COVID-19 crisis. Facing challenges around trauma, intimacy, sexuality, gender, and sexual orientation can be the most intimate challenges of our lives, about which we're afraid of being misunderstood and judged. I'll help you using methods specific to your needs, situation, and comfort level (which never involve any nudity, touching, or sexual behavior). I'll help you feel empowered, achieve healing, reclaim intimacy, and improve quality of life. We'll work together, at your pace, in a relaxed, non-judgmental, private setting. My office is a safe, LGBTQ affirming space.
I have worked extensively with LGBTQIA+ folx, first gen college students, and those impacted by immigration.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience, primarily in higher education settings. My practice focuses on working with diverse people who are navigating life transitions and demands, particularly those connected to their identity and sense of self. I believe each of us is shaped through our life experiences, both positive and painful. Therapy is an opportunity to explore these experiences, especially if you are feeling unfulfilled or questioning your life’s purpose and meaning. While this process can be difficult, it can also lead to tremendous clarity, insight, and even joy!
I have worked extensively with LGBTQIA+ folx, first gen college students, and those impacted by immigration.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience, primarily in higher education settings. My practice focuses on working with diverse people who are navigating life transitions and demands, particularly those connected to their identity and sense of self. I believe each of us is shaped through our life experiences, both positive and painful. Therapy is an opportunity to explore these experiences, especially if you are feeling unfulfilled or questioning your life’s purpose and meaning. While this process can be difficult, it can also lead to tremendous clarity, insight, and even joy!
Candace Prescott
Pre-Licensed Professional, MBA, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duluth, GA 30097 (Online Only)
I work with adults (18+), individuals couples, and LGBTQ+ clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, sexual identity, parenting, shame, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, stress, and relationship issues.
Walking into therapy is the first step to “Doing the Work”, healing and starting a new chapter isn’t easy, but it leads to a journey that is full of new choices and opportunities. My goal is to create a safe environment and allow clients to be free to express their issues and concerns without judgment. I am passionate about helping others draw from their strengths and natural pain if necessary to allow them to thrive. I want to help clients gain the skills and knowledge to create positive changes and walk in their purpose. I am devoted to helping clients find their balance by drawing from a variety of modalities.
I work with adults (18+), individuals couples, and LGBTQ+ clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, sexual identity, parenting, shame, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, stress, and relationship issues.
Walking into therapy is the first step to “Doing the Work”, healing and starting a new chapter isn’t easy, but it leads to a journey that is full of new choices and opportunities. My goal is to create a safe environment and allow clients to be free to express their issues and concerns without judgment. I am passionate about helping others draw from their strengths and natural pain if necessary to allow them to thrive. I want to help clients gain the skills and knowledge to create positive changes and walk in their purpose. I am devoted to helping clients find their balance by drawing from a variety of modalities.
In addition, my clinical expertise includes working with families in crisis, survivors of emotional and physical abuse/trauma, the LGBTQIA+ community members.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Master Addiction Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist, and Certified Grief Informed Professional, I can provide counseling services to individuals across the life cycle, including young adults, couples, transitioning teens, and families. My practice philosophy is to treat the “whole person” by addressing each client’s physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and cultural needs. I accomplish this by creating and promoting conditions conducive to personal growth and development.
In addition, my clinical expertise includes working with families in crisis, survivors of emotional and physical abuse/trauma, the LGBTQIA+ community members.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Master Addiction Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist, and Certified Grief Informed Professional, I can provide counseling services to individuals across the life cycle, including young adults, couples, transitioning teens, and families. My practice philosophy is to treat the “whole person” by addressing each client’s physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and cultural needs. I accomplish this by creating and promoting conditions conducive to personal growth and development.
Louvenia Alford-Lawson
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Duluth, GA 30096 (Online Only)
I service the LGBTQ community as well as elderly and people that want to focus on spiritual counseling or trauma.
My approach is a little different to other mental health practices, because I see myself as being partners in this process. I’ll help you identify your goals and support you through this journey to uncover a more fulfilling life. I use a person-centered approach which caters towards individual. I specialize in depression, trauma, and life issues. My goal is to serve my community and individuals who want to change family patterns of being stuck. I enjoy helping individuals and families grow as a unit. I also specialize in Christian Counseling.
I service the LGBTQ community as well as elderly and people that want to focus on spiritual counseling or trauma.
My approach is a little different to other mental health practices, because I see myself as being partners in this process. I’ll help you identify your goals and support you through this journey to uncover a more fulfilling life. I use a person-centered approach which caters towards individual. I specialize in depression, trauma, and life issues. My goal is to serve my community and individuals who want to change family patterns of being stuck. I enjoy helping individuals and families grow as a unit. I also specialize in Christian Counseling.
Additionally, as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and feminist she uses an intersectional lens in understanding how environmental and systemic factors contribute to mental health concerns.
Maggie is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults. She is a culturally sensitive, trauma informed therapist with experience working with grief, life changes, self-esteem, sexual identity and gender identity concerns, relationship distress, career and academic concerns, depression, and anxiety. Maggie utilizes a humanistic lens to conduct therapy—meaning she sees the potential of each person she works with and supports them in overcoming obstacles to work toward reaching their full potential.
Additionally, as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and feminist she uses an intersectional lens in understanding how environmental and systemic factors contribute to mental health concerns.
Maggie is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults. She is a culturally sensitive, trauma informed therapist with experience working with grief, life changes, self-esteem, sexual identity and gender identity concerns, relationship distress, career and academic concerns, depression, and anxiety. Maggie utilizes a humanistic lens to conduct therapy—meaning she sees the potential of each person she works with and supports them in overcoming obstacles to work toward reaching their full potential.
Kelly Hindman Villarreal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duluth, GA 30096
I have a passion working with people having trouble managing conflict within relationships, struggling with disordered eating, body image concerns, or self-esteem issues, and people within the LGBTQIA+ world navigating their identity and making their next life decision.
While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening is only a small part of what therapy might look like. Therapy is meant to be explorative, challenging, and a place that is solely for you and your needs. It is meant to give you tools and skills to improve daily functioning, identify meaning and fulfillment for yourself, create and maintain a safe headspace of thoughts, and build strong, intrapersonal, emotional intelligence. Sometimes our anxiety and other mental health issues we have developed over time can get into the way of living well or even knowing what that means for ourselves or our partner(s).
I have a passion working with people having trouble managing conflict within relationships, struggling with disordered eating, body image concerns, or self-esteem issues, and people within the LGBTQIA+ world navigating their identity and making their next life decision.
While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening is only a small part of what therapy might look like. Therapy is meant to be explorative, challenging, and a place that is solely for you and your needs. It is meant to give you tools and skills to improve daily functioning, identify meaning and fulfillment for yourself, create and maintain a safe headspace of thoughts, and build strong, intrapersonal, emotional intelligence. Sometimes our anxiety and other mental health issues we have developed over time can get into the way of living well or even knowing what that means for ourselves or our partner(s).
AACS Counseling - Adult IOP Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PhD, MAC, SAP, CCS
Verified Verified
Duluth, GA 30096
LGBTQ Issues.
We are a group of court approved substance abuse intervention specialists with over 23 years of experience working with addiction. We have extensive experience in facilitating alcohol and drug evaluations, anger management evaluations, ASAM Level I treatment classes, Anger Management, Shoplifting and Theft Prevention, FVIP in addition to MRT and Parenting classes.
LGBTQ Issues.
We are a group of court approved substance abuse intervention specialists with over 23 years of experience working with addiction. We have extensive experience in facilitating alcohol and drug evaluations, anger management evaluations, ASAM Level I treatment classes, Anger Management, Shoplifting and Theft Prevention, FVIP in addition to MRT and Parenting classes.
David Daesoo Kim
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Duluth, GA 30097
LGBTQ/Sexual Identity Issues (from open and affirming perspectives) and Personal Growth and Development.
I have enjoyed providing psychotherapy for over twenty years. I currently maintain a private practice in Peachtree Corners/Norcross, Georgia where I work with individuals, couples, and families in both Korean and English languages. I offer both short and long-term psychotherapy depending on client need. Some people find just a few sessions helpful to resolve an issue while others choose to explore long-standing patterns and struggles over a more extended period of time.
LGBTQ/Sexual Identity Issues (from open and affirming perspectives) and Personal Growth and Development.
I have enjoyed providing psychotherapy for over twenty years. I currently maintain a private practice in Peachtree Corners/Norcross, Georgia where I work with individuals, couples, and families in both Korean and English languages. I offer both short and long-term psychotherapy depending on client need. Some people find just a few sessions helpful to resolve an issue while others choose to explore long-standing patterns and struggles over a more extended period of time.
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Holly DeGrand
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Duluth, GA 30096 (Online Only)
I also have extensive experience working with LGBTQIA clients and issues specific to those communities.
I believe the human mind is an amazingly resilient and resourceful machine. In the face of chaos, trauma, abuse, and other negative situations, it creates coping skills. Unfortunately, these coping skills - escapism, withdrawal, numbness, hyper-vigilance, trauma repetition, among others - often become maladaptive over time in the forms of anxiety, depression, addiction, etc. I see people not as "broken", but with coping skills that just are not helpful anymore. Learning is the key - learning new ways of doing and new ways of thinking can solve almost any dilemma.
I also have extensive experience working with LGBTQIA clients and issues specific to those communities.
I believe the human mind is an amazingly resilient and resourceful machine. In the face of chaos, trauma, abuse, and other negative situations, it creates coping skills. Unfortunately, these coping skills - escapism, withdrawal, numbness, hyper-vigilance, trauma repetition, among others - often become maladaptive over time in the forms of anxiety, depression, addiction, etc. I see people not as "broken", but with coping skills that just are not helpful anymore. Learning is the key - learning new ways of doing and new ways of thinking can solve almost any dilemma.
I have experience working with LGBTQIA communities and consider myself to be sex positive, as well as consensual non-monogamy and kink friendly.
As a therapist, my main goal is to empower people to make positive changes and improve relationships. I also have a passion for helping families affected by addiction. In practice I use person centered therapy techniques as a basis for building the counseling relationship which will create a safe space for you to work on accomplishing goals. I cater therapy to individual client needs using evidence based approaches to therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as motivational interviewing, mindfulness based therapy, and solution focused therapies to help clients identify and overcome roadblocks to change.
I have experience working with LGBTQIA communities and consider myself to be sex positive, as well as consensual non-monogamy and kink friendly.
As a therapist, my main goal is to empower people to make positive changes and improve relationships. I also have a passion for helping families affected by addiction. In practice I use person centered therapy techniques as a basis for building the counseling relationship which will create a safe space for you to work on accomplishing goals. I cater therapy to individual client needs using evidence based approaches to therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as motivational interviewing, mindfulness based therapy, and solution focused therapies to help clients identify and overcome roadblocks to change.
My specialties: Couples, Family Conflict, Grief and Loss, Identity Formation, Men's Issues, LGBTQ+ issues, Depression/Anxiety, Attachment Issues, and Spiritual concerns.
Choosing to enter into therapy is a courageous decision that I deeply honor and respect. It says that you believe in your capacity for growth and healing. I am here to facilitate your healing experience by providing a safe, authentic, non-judgmental space for us to get to the heart of what is keeping you stuck in your life or relationships. I work integratively, blending various therapeutic modalities to support clients in addressing their unique needs. I am formally trained in psychodynamic therapy and use it as the foundation for the work we will do together.
My specialties: Couples, Family Conflict, Grief and Loss, Identity Formation, Men's Issues, LGBTQ+ issues, Depression/Anxiety, Attachment Issues, and Spiritual concerns.
Choosing to enter into therapy is a courageous decision that I deeply honor and respect. It says that you believe in your capacity for growth and healing. I am here to facilitate your healing experience by providing a safe, authentic, non-judgmental space for us to get to the heart of what is keeping you stuck in your life or relationships. I work integratively, blending various therapeutic modalities to support clients in addressing their unique needs. I am formally trained in psychodynamic therapy and use it as the foundation for the work we will do together.
Blair Hsiao-Tin Holleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duluth, GA 30096
I have clinical experience working with LGBTQ+ adolescents and young adults who are exploring their identities and relationships with others.
Are you currently struggling with discovering who you are or what you want in life? Is finding an affirming transgender LGBTQ+ Therapist, something you've been searching for? I specialize in working with transgender adolescents and young adults who may be struggling with their identity or with navigating past traumas associated with identity discovery. You may be seeking a safe and affirming space to help process and heal past traumas, learn how to navigate distressing emotions, and start your healing journey today!
I have clinical experience working with LGBTQ+ adolescents and young adults who are exploring their identities and relationships with others.
Are you currently struggling with discovering who you are or what you want in life? Is finding an affirming transgender LGBTQ+ Therapist, something you've been searching for? I specialize in working with transgender adolescents and young adults who may be struggling with their identity or with navigating past traumas associated with identity discovery. You may be seeking a safe and affirming space to help process and heal past traumas, learn how to navigate distressing emotions, and start your healing journey today!
Dionne Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duluth, GA 30026 (Online Only)
My practice is LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent affirming, and I’m dedicated to meeting you where you are, with empathy and personalized care.
As a therapist, I am committed to helping my clients navigate life's challenges with compassion and empowerment. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express your thoughts and emotions freely. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, whether you’re working through trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. I draw from evidence-based techniques like EMDR, CBT, and DBT to help you process past experiences, develop coping skills, and cultivate resilience. My goal is to guide you toward healing, self-acceptance, and meaningful personal growth.
My practice is LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent affirming, and I’m dedicated to meeting you where you are, with empathy and personalized care.
As a therapist, I am committed to helping my clients navigate life's challenges with compassion and empowerment. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express your thoughts and emotions freely. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, whether you’re working through trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. I draw from evidence-based techniques like EMDR, CBT, and DBT to help you process past experiences, develop coping skills, and cultivate resilience. My goal is to guide you toward healing, self-acceptance, and meaningful personal growth.
Breeann Hamp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Duluth, GA 30097 (Online Only)
My areas of specialty are high-functioning autism, LGBTQ+, gender non-conforming individuals, parents, and adolescents.
I provide a nonjudgmental and accepting environment for clients to feel safe as they tell their stories. I take a collaborative approach, understanding and recognizing that we must work together to accomplish your goals, offering support every step of the way. I recognize that deciding to find a therapist and seeking treatment is a difficult, challenging and highly personal decision. Talking about your life and disclosing personal details to someone you've never met in a professional setting can be daunting and unnerving. I strive to create a comfortable environment for each one of my clients, honoring self-determination.
My areas of specialty are high-functioning autism, LGBTQ+, gender non-conforming individuals, parents, and adolescents.
I provide a nonjudgmental and accepting environment for clients to feel safe as they tell their stories. I take a collaborative approach, understanding and recognizing that we must work together to accomplish your goals, offering support every step of the way. I recognize that deciding to find a therapist and seeking treatment is a difficult, challenging and highly personal decision. Talking about your life and disclosing personal details to someone you've never met in a professional setting can be daunting and unnerving. I strive to create a comfortable environment for each one of my clients, honoring self-determination.
I’m Mary Kate Ulshafer, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience. I specialize in helping children (ages 5-10), preteens (11-13), teens (13-18), and young adults (18-20) of any gender identity or sexual orientation navigate life changes, anxiety, depression, mood and behavior difficulties, trauma, identity issues, and low self-esteem. I offer both individual and family counseling and have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ+ community.
I’m Mary Kate Ulshafer, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience. I specialize in helping children (ages 5-10), preteens (11-13), teens (13-18), and young adults (18-20) of any gender identity or sexual orientation navigate life changes, anxiety, depression, mood and behavior difficulties, trauma, identity issues, and low self-esteem. I offer both individual and family counseling and have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ+ community.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) and nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with children, teens, adults, and seniors who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, autism, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ issues, bipolar disorder, and women's issues. I have a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of West Georgia, where I served as the president of Chi Sigma Iota, a counseling honor society. I also taught college students about suicide prevention and intervention as a member of PREVENTatUWG.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) and nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with children, teens, adults, and seniors who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, autism, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ issues, bipolar disorder, and women's issues. I have a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of West Georgia, where I served as the president of Chi Sigma Iota, a counseling honor society. I also taught college students about suicide prevention and intervention as a member of PREVENTatUWG.
Teressa Mathurin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Duluth, GA 30097 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a native of Atlanta, GA, with over 14 years of experience treating conditions or concerns related to spirituality, LGBTQIA+ issues, depression, grief, trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger management, stress management, and communication and relationship difficulties. My goal is to support clients in uncovering their hidden abilities. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Albany State University and my Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a native of Atlanta, GA, with over 14 years of experience treating conditions or concerns related to spirituality, LGBTQIA+ issues, depression, grief, trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger management, stress management, and communication and relationship difficulties. My goal is to support clients in uncovering their hidden abilities. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Albany State University and my Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University.
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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.