LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Marietta, GA
Michael Venezia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I really love working with all different clientele and try to provide a BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ environment.
It takes courage to reach out and I am here to support and empower you. I want to help clients feel more affirmed, heard, and I want to provide a safe and open space to discuss issues. I hope clients leave feeling more encouraged, motivated, and relieved to take on life's issues.
I really love working with all different clientele and try to provide a BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ environment.
It takes courage to reach out and I am here to support and empower you. I want to help clients feel more affirmed, heard, and I want to provide a safe and open space to discuss issues. I hope clients leave feeling more encouraged, motivated, and relieved to take on life's issues.
I specialize in working with those in the LGBTQIA+ community, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma survivors.
Are you struggling with depression and anxiety that is making it hard to navigate your day-to-day responsibilities? Are you exploring your sexual or gender identity and need someone to process this with? Do you or your child struggle to cope with ADHD and need help finding ways to manage everyday life? Does past trauma make it difficult to live life to its fullest? I meet my clients where they are, in a judgement free space, and we work together to create a space for growth and healing.
I specialize in working with those in the LGBTQIA+ community, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma survivors.
Are you struggling with depression and anxiety that is making it hard to navigate your day-to-day responsibilities? Are you exploring your sexual or gender identity and need someone to process this with? Do you or your child struggle to cope with ADHD and need help finding ways to manage everyday life? Does past trauma make it difficult to live life to its fullest? I meet my clients where they are, in a judgement free space, and we work together to create a space for growth and healing.
My goal in therapy is to help clients grow and connect with their most authentic selves. I am passionate about working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. As a queer and nonbinary person, I am uniquely tuned into the needs of gender expansive individuals and am very passionate about working with LGBTQ+ people. Finding a therapist that you don't have to explain your identity to can be challenging. I am someone who intimately understands and can provide specialized care.
My goal in therapy is to help clients grow and connect with their most authentic selves. I am passionate about working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. As a queer and nonbinary person, I am uniquely tuned into the needs of gender expansive individuals and am very passionate about working with LGBTQ+ people. Finding a therapist that you don't have to explain your identity to can be challenging. I am someone who intimately understands and can provide specialized care.
Marina Delaine-Siegel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30066
I have experience working with children, teenagers, and young adults, including working with a diversity of populations, LGBTQ+ community, relationship issues, Neurodivergence, Parts work, 504, Depression, life transitions, domestic violence, anxiety, and many more.
Hello and welcome! Finding a therapist that you connect with can be a daunting task, so let me tell you a little about myself. I am a fully Licensed Professional Counselor that likes to create a space where my clients feel safe and empowered. I also love to serve underserved populations who may not initially see the value of therapy, but who suddenly have someone they can be vulnerable with while exploring and growing themself through talking, art, or other diverse therapeutic needs. So congrats on taking the first step and I can't wait to meet you!
I have experience working with children, teenagers, and young adults, including working with a diversity of populations, LGBTQ+ community, relationship issues, Neurodivergence, Parts work, 504, Depression, life transitions, domestic violence, anxiety, and many more.
Hello and welcome! Finding a therapist that you connect with can be a daunting task, so let me tell you a little about myself. I am a fully Licensed Professional Counselor that likes to create a space where my clients feel safe and empowered. I also love to serve underserved populations who may not initially see the value of therapy, but who suddenly have someone they can be vulnerable with while exploring and growing themself through talking, art, or other diverse therapeutic needs. So congrats on taking the first step and I can't wait to meet you!
Ashton Marshall
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067 (Online Only)
Ashton Marshall is a life motivation coach and mental health advocate representing the LGBTQ+ community.
As a practicing therapist, I aim to provide the mental health support I want for my wife, family, friends, and myself. Therapy that is rooted in love. As a Black Trans-Masculine, I know how hard it can be to understand, love, and believe in yourself when surrounding environments reject uniqueness. Every person and situation is different, but I aim to walk with you as you build the strength and resiliency needed to conquer life’s battles. You should have the privilege of understanding that peace is gained from being resilient and knowing that you have the strength to handle your future and set your standards for happiness.
Ashton Marshall is a life motivation coach and mental health advocate representing the LGBTQ+ community.
As a practicing therapist, I aim to provide the mental health support I want for my wife, family, friends, and myself. Therapy that is rooted in love. As a Black Trans-Masculine, I know how hard it can be to understand, love, and believe in yourself when surrounding environments reject uniqueness. Every person and situation is different, but I aim to walk with you as you build the strength and resiliency needed to conquer life’s battles. You should have the privilege of understanding that peace is gained from being resilient and knowing that you have the strength to handle your future and set your standards for happiness.
Katherine Adams is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Georgia. She earned her Masters of Family Therapy degree from Mercer University- School of Medicine in 2018. Katherine has an interest in working with adolescents, children, and young adults. Katherine has specific interests in working with LGBTQIA+ populations, trauma work with women, therapy work with teenagers, providing family therapy and couples therapy, and more.
Katherine Adams is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Georgia. She earned her Masters of Family Therapy degree from Mercer University- School of Medicine in 2018. Katherine has an interest in working with adolescents, children, and young adults. Katherine has specific interests in working with LGBTQIA+ populations, trauma work with women, therapy work with teenagers, providing family therapy and couples therapy, and more.
With a deep passion for their work, Belle is a person-centered therapist who places great emphasis on cultivating a strong therapeutic relationship with their clients. They firmly believe in collaborating with their clients to achieve their goals and is a staunch advocate for marginalized individuals, especially those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Their approach is supportive, focusing on self-love, body positivity, and personal growth.
With a deep passion for their work, Belle is a person-centered therapist who places great emphasis on cultivating a strong therapeutic relationship with their clients. They firmly believe in collaborating with their clients to achieve their goals and is a staunch advocate for marginalized individuals, especially those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Their approach is supportive, focusing on self-love, body positivity, and personal growth.
Brooke Markwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30066
Looking for a safe space to process your thoughts & feelings, or set goals towards personal growth? I have experience working with anxiety, depression, & stress management; interpersonal conflicts; OCD & exposure therapy; ADHD & executive dysfunction; LGBTQA+ populations; & other related areas. My therapeutic style integrates a cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused approach that is occasionally facilitated through other expressive therapy techniques.
Looking for a safe space to process your thoughts & feelings, or set goals towards personal growth? I have experience working with anxiety, depression, & stress management; interpersonal conflicts; OCD & exposure therapy; ADHD & executive dysfunction; LGBTQA+ populations; & other related areas. My therapeutic style integrates a cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused approach that is occasionally facilitated through other expressive therapy techniques.
LGBTQIA, kink, and non-binary welcome! Helping clients move past sexual trauma to find satisfying sex lives is one of my passions. I help my clients understand, love, and appreciate their bodies. Connections are important. I believe part of the issue in today's world is that people feel disconnected and aren't sure how to reconnect. I help with that. I enjoy connecting people, connecting people to resources, connecting pieces of information to create a larger picture, and helping people figure out how to reconnect. I pull from my experiences and knowledge to help others.
LGBTQIA, kink, and non-binary welcome! Helping clients move past sexual trauma to find satisfying sex lives is one of my passions. I help my clients understand, love, and appreciate their bodies. Connections are important. I believe part of the issue in today's world is that people feel disconnected and aren't sure how to reconnect. I help with that. I enjoy connecting people, connecting people to resources, connecting pieces of information to create a larger picture, and helping people figure out how to reconnect. I pull from my experiences and knowledge to help others.
Frederick Dare Brockington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
LGBT friendly! All clients are welcome to begin their journey to healing.
Life presents us with many challenging events. It can be difficult to maneuver through the maze of life by yourself. I am here to guide you through this journey with an open heart and an open mind. I have created a judgement free environment, so we can explore your feelings of sadness, anxiety, loss, and any other emotions that you are experiencing. I integrate cognitive behavioral and family systems approaches and interventions. I believe a person's experiences are reflective of their family experiences, and that if a person replaces negative behaviors with positive behaviors, they can better their lives.
LGBT friendly! All clients are welcome to begin their journey to healing.
Life presents us with many challenging events. It can be difficult to maneuver through the maze of life by yourself. I am here to guide you through this journey with an open heart and an open mind. I have created a judgement free environment, so we can explore your feelings of sadness, anxiety, loss, and any other emotions that you are experiencing. I integrate cognitive behavioral and family systems approaches and interventions. I believe a person's experiences are reflective of their family experiences, and that if a person replaces negative behaviors with positive behaviors, they can better their lives.
Hi! My name is Whitney and I am a licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia. I have experience working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, anger management, depression, trauma and life transitions. I am passionate about working with adolescents, young adults and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I love working with clients who are seeking change in their lives and are ready to live a meaningful life.
Hi! My name is Whitney and I am a licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia. I have experience working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, anger management, depression, trauma and life transitions. I am passionate about working with adolescents, young adults and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I love working with clients who are seeking change in their lives and are ready to live a meaningful life.
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I have a passion for working with teens, young adults, and adults with trauma history, as I am trained in trauma-informed care. I offer a safe environment to explore your trauma history, sexuality, gender identity, personhood, religious trauma and to imagine a brighter future full. My philosophy of therapy is that everyone can benefit from therapy and you are an individual worthy of respect, wholeness, and support on your journey. I accept and celebrate what makes you an individual. I have a background in working with teens in the school system, child welfare, LGBTQIA+ teens and adults.
I have a passion for working with teens, young adults, and adults with trauma history, as I am trained in trauma-informed care. I offer a safe environment to explore your trauma history, sexuality, gender identity, personhood, religious trauma and to imagine a brighter future full. My philosophy of therapy is that everyone can benefit from therapy and you are an individual worthy of respect, wholeness, and support on your journey. I accept and celebrate what makes you an individual. I have a background in working with teens in the school system, child welfare, LGBTQIA+ teens and adults.
Dani Broadway graduated in 2016 with their Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Dani utilizes a mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy approach to counseling. Dani believes healing happens in the present and aims to teach clients to be more present with themselves and their environment. Dani's areas of specialty include gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues, life transitions, and chronic diseases. In their spare time, Dani enjoys traveling to new places, hiking, and spending time with their wife and pets.
Dani Broadway graduated in 2016 with their Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Dani utilizes a mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy approach to counseling. Dani believes healing happens in the present and aims to teach clients to be more present with themselves and their environment. Dani's areas of specialty include gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues, life transitions, and chronic diseases. In their spare time, Dani enjoys traveling to new places, hiking, and spending time with their wife and pets.
Kasey Coleman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30060 (Online Only)
My goal is to assist you with all that life throws their way. No matter how you identify or what you're going through. All are welcomed! It is frustrating to live in a world where you often feel misunderstood or even like an outsider. I know what that is like. As a counselor who specializes in working with the LGBTQ+, Black, poly, and kink/BDSM community, finding a counselor who aligns with your needs is not a foreign concept to me. Well, I am here to help because the truth is you are just exceptionally unique!
My goal is to assist you with all that life throws their way. No matter how you identify or what you're going through. All are welcomed! It is frustrating to live in a world where you often feel misunderstood or even like an outsider. I know what that is like. As a counselor who specializes in working with the LGBTQ+, Black, poly, and kink/BDSM community, finding a counselor who aligns with your needs is not a foreign concept to me. Well, I am here to help because the truth is you are just exceptionally unique!
As an Alternative Lifestyle-affirming member of the LGBTQIA, she arrived at her specialties through a combination of formal training and lived experience.
Alexandra Gray is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor who began practicing in Georgia in 2022. Her specialties are Autism, ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, and the LGBTQIA community. A significant portion of her practice deals with navigating complexities and liminal spaces around neurodivergence and alternative lifestyles (the “Standard Issue Model Society vs. Specialty Model Human” conundrum); the road from religious trauma to found family; OCD; Shame and Self-Esteem; and the yearning to chase Emotionally Unavailable Families. She is also a Kink-affirming therapist who recognizes that normalcy is diverse.
As an Alternative Lifestyle-affirming member of the LGBTQIA, she arrived at her specialties through a combination of formal training and lived experience.
Alexandra Gray is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor who began practicing in Georgia in 2022. Her specialties are Autism, ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, and the LGBTQIA community. A significant portion of her practice deals with navigating complexities and liminal spaces around neurodivergence and alternative lifestyles (the “Standard Issue Model Society vs. Specialty Model Human” conundrum); the road from religious trauma to found family; OCD; Shame and Self-Esteem; and the yearning to chase Emotionally Unavailable Families. She is also a Kink-affirming therapist who recognizes that normalcy is diverse.
Courtney Howell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067 (Online Only)
Hi there! Starting therapy or any new journey of our lives can be difficult, so I am here to support you during this therapeutic process. Whether it's anxiety, depression, trauma, family, relationship, sexuality, or employment stressors- you are not alone and we can work through this together. My name is Courtney Howell, I am a LGBTQ+ affirmative, body positive, and non-traditional relationship affirming therapist. I try to help teens, adults, and couples find a place where they are accepted and comfortable. I provide online telehealth sessions ONLY at this time.
Hi there! Starting therapy or any new journey of our lives can be difficult, so I am here to support you during this therapeutic process. Whether it's anxiety, depression, trauma, family, relationship, sexuality, or employment stressors- you are not alone and we can work through this together. My name is Courtney Howell, I am a LGBTQ+ affirmative, body positive, and non-traditional relationship affirming therapist. I try to help teens, adults, and couples find a place where they are accepted and comfortable. I provide online telehealth sessions ONLY at this time.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with folx who experience circumstances surrounding anxiety, depression, freedom of self, life’s adjustments, LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships, stress, and wellness.
Throughout life, we encounter experiences that help shape how we view the world around us, how we view others, and how we view ourselves. Some of these experiences are within our control (self-esteem, career choice, interpersonal relationships, etc), while others are not (microaggressions, social injustice, traumatic experiences, etc). Brevity of the Soul provides a safe space to get to the heart of the matter and unpack the impact that these experiences have on well-being, and explore effective ways to manage ongoing mental, emotional, social, and/or even professional wellness.
I specialize in working with folx who experience circumstances surrounding anxiety, depression, freedom of self, life’s adjustments, LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships, stress, and wellness.
Throughout life, we encounter experiences that help shape how we view the world around us, how we view others, and how we view ourselves. Some of these experiences are within our control (self-esteem, career choice, interpersonal relationships, etc), while others are not (microaggressions, social injustice, traumatic experiences, etc). Brevity of the Soul provides a safe space to get to the heart of the matter and unpack the impact that these experiences have on well-being, and explore effective ways to manage ongoing mental, emotional, social, and/or even professional wellness.
Jamie Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30006 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with neurodiverse clients, those in the LGBTQIA+ community, and those with trauma (major or minor) who are seeking peace.
You are Welcome Here! Sign in and let’s talk – I’m here for you. It can be so hard to share the things that bother us the most, to talk through experiences that we’d rather not think about. It’s hard to believe talking and connecting can help us feel better, but I will partner with you to create change! Change can come from within and can be created with another, so let’s get started on your journey. We are going to find your strengths and apply them with practical steps and actions to make the positive changes you want to see.
I specialize in working with neurodiverse clients, those in the LGBTQIA+ community, and those with trauma (major or minor) who are seeking peace.
You are Welcome Here! Sign in and let’s talk – I’m here for you. It can be so hard to share the things that bother us the most, to talk through experiences that we’d rather not think about. It’s hard to believe talking and connecting can help us feel better, but I will partner with you to create change! Change can come from within and can be created with another, so let’s get started on your journey. We are going to find your strengths and apply them with practical steps and actions to make the positive changes you want to see.
I have worked with people from all walks of life and belief systems including youth, adults, groups, LGBTQIA+ spiritual, trauma, and religious trauma.
When challenges and stumbling blocks come our way, it can be liberating to find a non-judgmental, confidential space to process anything significant. I call that 'sacred space'—a time where you can bring your authentic self, express whatever is in your heart, and start a journey toward wellness and mental health. Counseling is not always an easy or linear journey, but when we dive into the messiness of life, we can find liberation and freedom. You do not need to do this alone. I am committed to journeying with clients along the process, offering support rooted in study, training, and clinical practice.
I have worked with people from all walks of life and belief systems including youth, adults, groups, LGBTQIA+ spiritual, trauma, and religious trauma.
When challenges and stumbling blocks come our way, it can be liberating to find a non-judgmental, confidential space to process anything significant. I call that 'sacred space'—a time where you can bring your authentic self, express whatever is in your heart, and start a journey toward wellness and mental health. Counseling is not always an easy or linear journey, but when we dive into the messiness of life, we can find liberation and freedom. You do not need to do this alone. I am committed to journeying with clients along the process, offering support rooted in study, training, and clinical practice.
Stan works with a broad spectrum of clients and specializes in emerging adults and mid-lifers experiencing anxiety, depression, issues pertinent to the LGBTQIA+ community, or trouble adjusting to life transitions.
Therapeutically, Stan uses the metaphor that life is like a hiking trail. It has ups and downs, easy stretches and difficult inclines, rewarding sights, and gut-wrenching days when it feels like the rain is following us specifically. Using a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Constructivist Narrative Therapy, Stan works alongside his client, not only to understand patterns of behavior and how to adjust them, but also to dive deeper and uncover the strength and resilience every human is capable of.
Stan works with a broad spectrum of clients and specializes in emerging adults and mid-lifers experiencing anxiety, depression, issues pertinent to the LGBTQIA+ community, or trouble adjusting to life transitions.
Therapeutically, Stan uses the metaphor that life is like a hiking trail. It has ups and downs, easy stretches and difficult inclines, rewarding sights, and gut-wrenching days when it feels like the rain is following us specifically. Using a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Constructivist Narrative Therapy, Stan works alongside his client, not only to understand patterns of behavior and how to adjust them, but also to dive deeper and uncover the strength and resilience every human is capable of.
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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.