LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Clarksville, IN
Ashley Burks
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Clarksville, IN 47129
Waitlist for new clients
Shame, embarrassment, fear. Maybe you've felt these things when you think about sex. Maybe you've tried to talk about sex with your partner(s) or friends, but their responses made you feel weird and awkward - like you said or did something terrible. Maybe you've started to feel like there actually is something wrong with you and you'll never have a fulfilling relationship with your partner(s) because of your sexuality or differences. Ultimately, you just feel completely alone and misunderstood in your relationships. It doesn't have to be this way, and I can help you have difficult, but courageous conversations with your partner(s).
Shame, embarrassment, fear. Maybe you've felt these things when you think about sex. Maybe you've tried to talk about sex with your partner(s) or friends, but their responses made you feel weird and awkward - like you said or did something terrible. Maybe you've started to feel like there actually is something wrong with you and you'll never have a fulfilling relationship with your partner(s) because of your sexuality or differences. Ultimately, you just feel completely alone and misunderstood in your relationships. It doesn't have to be this way, and I can help you have difficult, but courageous conversations with your partner(s).
Aleigha L Phelps
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarksville, IN 47129
Are you or your children feeling anxious, sad, lost, or struggling to cope with these unprecedented times? Every child is precious and every parent is working hard to give the best care they can to their children. Sometimes though, as parents, and as children, we all need extra support to form safe connections, process their trauma or daily struggles, and resolve challenging behaviors. Aleigha believes in a wholistic approach to helping you and your child reach your full potential. Aleigha partners with parents and caregivers to give gentle, trauma and mental health informed education.
Are you or your children feeling anxious, sad, lost, or struggling to cope with these unprecedented times? Every child is precious and every parent is working hard to give the best care they can to their children. Sometimes though, as parents, and as children, we all need extra support to form safe connections, process their trauma or daily struggles, and resolve challenging behaviors. Aleigha believes in a wholistic approach to helping you and your child reach your full potential. Aleigha partners with parents and caregivers to give gentle, trauma and mental health informed education.
Brianna Bradshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarksville, IN 47129 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. Are you or a loved one overwhelmed with anxiety, feeling down, or lacking motivation or self-confidence? Many of my clients are dealing with thoughts, feelings, and memories that won’t go away. Often, they also struggle to make sense of and communicate their thoughts and feelings. I want you to know that you are not alone. We can work through this together. I am an EMDR therapist and I specialize in helping people face the challenges in their life, find new ways to cope with stress, and improve their relationships. Together, we can work to better understand and manage the challenges that you are facing.
Accepting new clients. Are you or a loved one overwhelmed with anxiety, feeling down, or lacking motivation or self-confidence? Many of my clients are dealing with thoughts, feelings, and memories that won’t go away. Often, they also struggle to make sense of and communicate their thoughts and feelings. I want you to know that you are not alone. We can work through this together. I am an EMDR therapist and I specialize in helping people face the challenges in their life, find new ways to cope with stress, and improve their relationships. Together, we can work to better understand and manage the challenges that you are facing.
Dr. Joe Cornel Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, CSAT, CDA-S, CFM
Verified Verified
Clarksville, IN 47129
There is no such thing as an ideal client. That is too boring. The way I do therapy is relaxed. I am not your average therapist, and I am not going to be like, "How does that make you feel?" but I am going to say, "What up! How are we doing today?" I never stop learning, and when you have me as a therapist, you will see that you will fall back in love with learning. Overall, I am just honored you allowed me to help you! Also, the best way to reach me is to Email over calling due to normally being in session, and I want to respond to you as quickly as possible!
There is no such thing as an ideal client. That is too boring. The way I do therapy is relaxed. I am not your average therapist, and I am not going to be like, "How does that make you feel?" but I am going to say, "What up! How are we doing today?" I never stop learning, and when you have me as a therapist, you will see that you will fall back in love with learning. Overall, I am just honored you allowed me to help you! Also, the best way to reach me is to Email over calling due to normally being in session, and I want to respond to you as quickly as possible!
Lindsey New
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarksville, IN 47129 (Online Only)
What comes to mind when you think about change? If you're already thinking, "This is really difficult!" or "How do I move forward?" or "Why is this happening?", you're already experiencing the attitude shift that makes change possible. I provide down-to-earth therapy by helping individuals, couples, adults, and teens uncover those How and Why responses to improve that relational connection everyone has everyday, in almost every moment of their lives.
What comes to mind when you think about change? If you're already thinking, "This is really difficult!" or "How do I move forward?" or "Why is this happening?", you're already experiencing the attitude shift that makes change possible. I provide down-to-earth therapy by helping individuals, couples, adults, and teens uncover those How and Why responses to improve that relational connection everyone has everyday, in almost every moment of their lives.
Donna Jean Pryor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clarksville, IN 47129 (Online Only)
I have worked in the clinical social work field for 23+years and like working with others to help them find answers to their problems. Currently I have started my online therapy practice utilizing secure text messaging, and online messaging for those who want to do therapy wherever and whenever they decide with no traveling to and from an office setting or sitting in waiting rooms. I can help with anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
I have worked in the clinical social work field for 23+years and like working with others to help them find answers to their problems. Currently I have started my online therapy practice utilizing secure text messaging, and online messaging for those who want to do therapy wherever and whenever they decide with no traveling to and from an office setting or sitting in waiting rooms. I can help with anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
We are here and now; but is your past a healthy part of it? The past can be a time of learning and moving forward, or it can be a red light in our lives and freeze us in that moment of time. It can paralyze us. Or, it can have us living in a world of caution lights where we fearfully drift through them, unaware of the present or future, or vigilantly white knuckling our way, just existing and just “getting through” each day. How we come to terms with the past, forgiving our mistakes and others’ faults can catapult us into a more peaceful and fulfilling life.
We are here and now; but is your past a healthy part of it? The past can be a time of learning and moving forward, or it can be a red light in our lives and freeze us in that moment of time. It can paralyze us. Or, it can have us living in a world of caution lights where we fearfully drift through them, unaware of the present or future, or vigilantly white knuckling our way, just existing and just “getting through” each day. How we come to terms with the past, forgiving our mistakes and others’ faults can catapult us into a more peaceful and fulfilling life.
MacKenzie Binkley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarksville, IN 47129
I understand that choosing a therapist can be a difficult process. I am a compassionate and holistic therapist who specializes in trauma work, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I work with struggles with life transitions (retirement, loss of job, etc.), grief, anxiety, and addictions. With a deep understanding of the mind-body connection and importance of addressing all aspects of well-being, I am committed to guiding clients towards healing and growth. My goal in therapy is to create a safe and nurturing space for clients to explore their experiences, emotions, and beliefs.
I understand that choosing a therapist can be a difficult process. I am a compassionate and holistic therapist who specializes in trauma work, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I work with struggles with life transitions (retirement, loss of job, etc.), grief, anxiety, and addictions. With a deep understanding of the mind-body connection and importance of addressing all aspects of well-being, I am committed to guiding clients towards healing and growth. My goal in therapy is to create a safe and nurturing space for clients to explore their experiences, emotions, and beliefs.
Patrie Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clarksville, IN 47129
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with depression and anxiety? Is trauma making it hard for you to see through the flashbacks and nightmares? Have you been feeling like you can’t communicate with your partner? There are a variety of things in our lives that can have an impact on our ability to function, to community, to get up and work and go to school. But you don’t have to face these challenges alone.
Are you struggling with depression and anxiety? Is trauma making it hard for you to see through the flashbacks and nightmares? Have you been feeling like you can’t communicate with your partner? There are a variety of things in our lives that can have an impact on our ability to function, to community, to get up and work and go to school. But you don’t have to face these challenges alone.
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Are you ready to make a change? I work with people across the lifespan and I'm committed to creating a safe and affirming space for all. As a Queer-identified psychologist and former teacher, I am passionate about working with people in the LGBTQ+ and Disability communities, as well as other marginalized groups. I have experience supporting individuals through their experiences of trauma, anxiety, and identity-based concerns.
Are you ready to make a change? I work with people across the lifespan and I'm committed to creating a safe and affirming space for all. As a Queer-identified psychologist and former teacher, I am passionate about working with people in the LGBTQ+ and Disability communities, as well as other marginalized groups. I have experience supporting individuals through their experiences of trauma, anxiety, and identity-based concerns.
Have you experienced a life-changing event? Is it a struggle to integrate it in your life? I have a passion for and am trained to help process significant life events and loss/grief surrounding your experience. Such events often change you and the way you see/interact with the world and a strength of mine it to help folks explore those changes and their impact. I am committed to honesty and positive intention. I enjoy working with people diverse in identity. I am currently enjoying and finding success working with many Gen Z (18+), millennial and Gen X populations with a lot of experience in across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum.
Have you experienced a life-changing event? Is it a struggle to integrate it in your life? I have a passion for and am trained to help process significant life events and loss/grief surrounding your experience. Such events often change you and the way you see/interact with the world and a strength of mine it to help folks explore those changes and their impact. I am committed to honesty and positive intention. I enjoy working with people diverse in identity. I am currently enjoying and finding success working with many Gen Z (18+), millennial and Gen X populations with a lot of experience in across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum.
Mina Thevenin, LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
I work with everyday kind of people & some who believe they walk to the beat of a different drummer:) Depression, Anxiety, relationship issues for adults-straight, gay or somewhere inbetween, communication needs, parent/child issues.
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to join you on your path in this moment. We are all here such a short time...you are purpose, already, you know. And somewhere within, you know this truth. Our roles day in/day out r merely opportunities to be who we truly are IN the right now.
I work with everyday kind of people & some who believe they walk to the beat of a different drummer:) Depression, Anxiety, relationship issues for adults-straight, gay or somewhere inbetween, communication needs, parent/child issues.
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to join you on your path in this moment. We are all here such a short time...you are purpose, already, you know. And somewhere within, you know this truth. Our roles day in/day out r merely opportunities to be who we truly are IN the right now.
Jennifer McVeigh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, CYT
Verified Verified
Sellersburg, IN 47172
Whether you are struggling with a specific issue or just looking for a deeper connection, I can provide you the safe and sacred space to explore new coping techniques, cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness, and come to a place of resolution and inner peace. When I work with clients it is my highest intention to bring understanding, compassion and authenticity to each session to help you reach your goals to live your best life.
Whether you are struggling with a specific issue or just looking for a deeper connection, I can provide you the safe and sacred space to explore new coping techniques, cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness, and come to a place of resolution and inner peace. When I work with clients it is my highest intention to bring understanding, compassion and authenticity to each session to help you reach your goals to live your best life.
Swan E Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (Online Only)
My name is Swan Roberts, and I am a licensed therapist, clinical social worker. Before becoming a therapist, I was in the U.S. army for 2.5 years as a medic, 68w. I decided to become a therapist because I have always enjoyed helping people, and when I was getting out of the army, I had my own therapist to help me through that transition, which inspired me to follow this career path. I look forward to helping you on this healing journey. I have experience utilizing IFS, EMDR, and CBT with clients who are working through trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and addiction issues.
My name is Swan Roberts, and I am a licensed therapist, clinical social worker. Before becoming a therapist, I was in the U.S. army for 2.5 years as a medic, 68w. I decided to become a therapist because I have always enjoyed helping people, and when I was getting out of the army, I had my own therapist to help me through that transition, which inspired me to follow this career path. I look forward to helping you on this healing journey. I have experience utilizing IFS, EMDR, and CBT with clients who are working through trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and addiction issues.
I prefer to work with adults and older adolescents struggling with addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I have a vast amount of experience working in the field of trauma. Due to my experience working in community mental health, I also work well with those with intense mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. I have worked both inpatient and outpatient experiences, resulting in my flexibility to help stabilize in a crisis and to work with individuals at any level. A client who desires to accept partnership and engage in being open to change is the most ideal client.
I prefer to work with adults and older adolescents struggling with addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I have a vast amount of experience working in the field of trauma. Due to my experience working in community mental health, I also work well with those with intense mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. I have worked both inpatient and outpatient experiences, resulting in my flexibility to help stabilize in a crisis and to work with individuals at any level. A client who desires to accept partnership and engage in being open to change is the most ideal client.
My therapy journey began at the age of 15 when I faced the profound loss of my two older brothers, one to suicide and the other in a tragic accident. Unfortunately, my early experience with therapy left me feeling more disheartened. This personal encounter ignited my commitment to ensuring that no one should face such despair alone. My therapeutic approach is centered on creating a collaborative and feedback-informed environment. I am deeply committed to supporting my clients in their journey towards healing and growth. Therapy should be a space where you feel the necessary support while being nudged toward personal growth.
My therapy journey began at the age of 15 when I faced the profound loss of my two older brothers, one to suicide and the other in a tragic accident. Unfortunately, my early experience with therapy left me feeling more disheartened. This personal encounter ignited my commitment to ensuring that no one should face such despair alone. My therapeutic approach is centered on creating a collaborative and feedback-informed environment. I am deeply committed to supporting my clients in their journey towards healing and growth. Therapy should be a space where you feel the necessary support while being nudged toward personal growth.
Meaningful Day Services is committed to providing evidence-based, person centered supports that work to meet the goals of each unique individual. Our counselors use a variety of treatment modalities to best meet the needs of each individual and family we serve. We have many counselors who are experienced in working with individuals across the lifespan. We believe in collaborating with our clients to achieve optimal outcomes. Our counselors are able to provide supports through telehealth or in person at our Brownsburg office.
Meaningful Day Services is committed to providing evidence-based, person centered supports that work to meet the goals of each unique individual. Our counselors use a variety of treatment modalities to best meet the needs of each individual and family we serve. We have many counselors who are experienced in working with individuals across the lifespan. We believe in collaborating with our clients to achieve optimal outcomes. Our counselors are able to provide supports through telehealth or in person at our Brownsburg office.
Often clients have lost hope, being driven by anxiety and depression along with lack of coping skills other than substance use or behaviors that no longer work. Often there is unresolved trauma or grief or the family system has broken down. My client's receive Hope at first session, I have experience of seeing client's find healing as they activate the great healer inside. Clients find a new way of coping and framing their process to meet their goals.
Often clients have lost hope, being driven by anxiety and depression along with lack of coping skills other than substance use or behaviors that no longer work. Often there is unresolved trauma or grief or the family system has broken down. My client's receive Hope at first session, I have experience of seeing client's find healing as they activate the great healer inside. Clients find a new way of coping and framing their process to meet their goals.
Catherine Ann Courson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (Online Only)
In this rapidly changing world, stress, anxiety, and depression will sometimes take hold of your mind. This could leave you feeling on the edge of an emotional cliff. At these times it is okay, and important to reach out for a hand up. My early training in chemical dependency, hospice, and trauma counseling has equipped me to guide you through the reduction of many life problems.
In this rapidly changing world, stress, anxiety, and depression will sometimes take hold of your mind. This could leave you feeling on the edge of an emotional cliff. At these times it is okay, and important to reach out for a hand up. My early training in chemical dependency, hospice, and trauma counseling has equipped me to guide you through the reduction of many life problems.
Do you find yourself stuck at work or at home? Do you want to strengthen your relationships? Do you need to improve communication and resolve conflict? Do you find yourself repeating patterns that produce depression and anxiety?
Do you find yourself stuck at work or at home? Do you want to strengthen your relationships? Do you need to improve communication and resolve conflict? Do you find yourself repeating patterns that produce depression and anxiety?
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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.