LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Seymour, IN
I have been working with people who are struggling with a variety of mental health concerns for over 20 years. I enjoy working with my clients to identify the best course for them to achieve and maintain day to day success.
I have been working with people who are struggling with a variety of mental health concerns for over 20 years. I enjoy working with my clients to identify the best course for them to achieve and maintain day to day success.
Would you believe I started out in film school before becoming a therapist? Giving up a path in entertainment may seem backward but my family had been suddenly impacted by terminal and chronic illness. My own grief journey inspired me to help people so I finished my education in Social Work and I've been a therapist since.
Would you believe I started out in film school before becoming a therapist? Giving up a path in entertainment may seem backward but my family had been suddenly impacted by terminal and chronic illness. My own grief journey inspired me to help people so I finished my education in Social Work and I've been a therapist since.
Do you need an unbiased, empathetic ear to vent to? I got you! Do you need skills to help cope with anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, trauma, or identity issues? I got you! I enjoy helping preteens, teens, and adults gain coping skills and insight, process through feelings, stressors, and traumatic events, and just being an understanding, open-minded person to talk to.
Do you need an unbiased, empathetic ear to vent to? I got you! Do you need skills to help cope with anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, trauma, or identity issues? I got you! I enjoy helping preteens, teens, and adults gain coping skills and insight, process through feelings, stressors, and traumatic events, and just being an understanding, open-minded person to talk to.
Kristen M Iseler
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, MS, EdS
Verified Verified
Seymour, IN 47274
Not accepting new clients
The foundations to a person's mind are based on the principals both instilled into and gathered from experiences as a child. As children grow older, they soon start interpreting this information to decide for themselves which of their actions are right and wrong. What draws me to study Psychology is this mental processing, and how it affects a person's current and future disposition. As a reliable and hard-working individual, I believe I can make a worthy contribution in helping to assist you with your counseling needs.
The foundations to a person's mind are based on the principals both instilled into and gathered from experiences as a child. As children grow older, they soon start interpreting this information to decide for themselves which of their actions are right and wrong. What draws me to study Psychology is this mental processing, and how it affects a person's current and future disposition. As a reliable and hard-working individual, I believe I can make a worthy contribution in helping to assist you with your counseling needs.
Online Therapists
Lindsay Wiggs
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46226 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
It is my passion to provide an open and non-judgemental space to talk about those topics that are often “taboo.” I pride myself on ensuring safe and competent care to all clients that may cross my path. I identify as sex positive, trans-affirming, and kink informed. I enjoy providing individual therapy for folks of all walks of life, but I truly love working with partnerships and couples of all forms. I am polyam/non-monogamy aware, competent, and experienced. I have received training in Levels 1 and 2 of the Gottman approach and actively work to adapt it to fit with queer and non-traditional coupleship models.
It is my passion to provide an open and non-judgemental space to talk about those topics that are often “taboo.” I pride myself on ensuring safe and competent care to all clients that may cross my path. I identify as sex positive, trans-affirming, and kink informed. I enjoy providing individual therapy for folks of all walks of life, but I truly love working with partnerships and couples of all forms. I am polyam/non-monogamy aware, competent, and experienced. I have received training in Levels 1 and 2 of the Gottman approach and actively work to adapt it to fit with queer and non-traditional coupleship models.
Additionally I have experience working with those who have anxiety, mood disorders, relationship problems, and those needing support in the LGBTQ+ community.
My main focus as an EMDR-trained therapist is helping individuals recover from trauma in a safe and supportive environment. I work with people from a variety of backgrounds but with particular focus on the LGBTQ+ community. If you find yourself being reactive, anxious, feeling numb, or stuck in patterns reliving the past, then I would like to help you make noticeable changes in your life and remove barriers that are standing in the way of healing. Therapy is your unique time to focus on your own needs where I can help you learn effective tools to cope in life and provide a safe space to experience and alleviate heavy emotions.
Additionally I have experience working with those who have anxiety, mood disorders, relationship problems, and those needing support in the LGBTQ+ community.
My main focus as an EMDR-trained therapist is helping individuals recover from trauma in a safe and supportive environment. I work with people from a variety of backgrounds but with particular focus on the LGBTQ+ community. If you find yourself being reactive, anxious, feeling numb, or stuck in patterns reliving the past, then I would like to help you make noticeable changes in your life and remove barriers that are standing in the way of healing. Therapy is your unique time to focus on your own needs where I can help you learn effective tools to cope in life and provide a safe space to experience and alleviate heavy emotions.
Zach Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Noblesville, IN 46060
Hello there! I'm Zach Reed, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Noblesville, IN. I identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and pride myself on being a sex-positive therapist. With over 8 years of experience in counseling, I have treated a range of issues and struggles in both individual and group settings. If you are seeking out my services, you are probably at a point in your life where you feel a little lost and need some guidance to take you in a new direction. No matter the struggle, I am happy to offer my guidance on your journey toward clarity and increased self-understanding.
Hello there! I'm Zach Reed, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Noblesville, IN. I identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and pride myself on being a sex-positive therapist. With over 8 years of experience in counseling, I have treated a range of issues and struggles in both individual and group settings. If you are seeking out my services, you are probably at a point in your life where you feel a little lost and need some guidance to take you in a new direction. No matter the struggle, I am happy to offer my guidance on your journey toward clarity and increased self-understanding.
Alexa Colletta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with those in the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities, as well as those with sexual trauma.
Sometimes in life, situations beyond our control throw us off the path we expected to follow and we don't know where to turn next. It is often at these crossroads where we find the most meaning. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults who find themselves at this unique place. I am here for clients who have had negative experiences in life and are just not sure if they are ready to trust again. I am passionate about helping those with traumatic experiences, family conflict, identity struggles, rejection, or low self-esteem. Together we will explore your story and tap into your inner power and resilience.
I am passionate about working with those in the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities, as well as those with sexual trauma.
Sometimes in life, situations beyond our control throw us off the path we expected to follow and we don't know where to turn next. It is often at these crossroads where we find the most meaning. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults who find themselves at this unique place. I am here for clients who have had negative experiences in life and are just not sure if they are ready to trust again. I am passionate about helping those with traumatic experiences, family conflict, identity struggles, rejection, or low self-esteem. Together we will explore your story and tap into your inner power and resilience.
Hello! I have been providing therapy since 2015. Most of my experience has been in the school setting, supporting clients ages 5-18. I also have experience providing telehealth therapy for both children and adults. Some areas I have focused on include depression, anxiety, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues. I focus on providing person-centered care that integrates different techniques, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, to empower individuals to take greater control over their lives. I firmly believe that through compassion, connection and communication (and a little bit of humor), we are all able to find healing and growth.
Hello! I have been providing therapy since 2015. Most of my experience has been in the school setting, supporting clients ages 5-18. I also have experience providing telehealth therapy for both children and adults. Some areas I have focused on include depression, anxiety, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues. I focus on providing person-centered care that integrates different techniques, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, to empower individuals to take greater control over their lives. I firmly believe that through compassion, connection and communication (and a little bit of humor), we are all able to find healing and growth.
Cagney Ryan Gladin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46214 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced life changes, trauma, stressors, and/or struggled with substance use. I aim to partner with clients to understand what changes they are looking for, and walk along side them as they achieve their goals. I strongly believe that change is possible and that every human can grow to be the self they strive for. I look to provide support for those engaged in sex work, in the kink community, LGBTQI+ community, those who use substances, or have faced any discrimination or oppression. I am happy to support trans-individuals in gender affirming care and support.
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced life changes, trauma, stressors, and/or struggled with substance use. I aim to partner with clients to understand what changes they are looking for, and walk along side them as they achieve their goals. I strongly believe that change is possible and that every human can grow to be the self they strive for. I look to provide support for those engaged in sex work, in the kink community, LGBTQI+ community, those who use substances, or have faced any discrimination or oppression. I am happy to support trans-individuals in gender affirming care and support.
Christin Collins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46237 (Online Only)
Are you exhausted, struggling, longing for more, constantly committing to "get your life together?" Do you feel like you're constantly dropping loose ends and wonder how everyone else does it? Or are you overwhelmed, overstimulated, and overextended, jittery during the day and not sleeping at night? Has a moment in time caught you in its web and you are ready to become untangled? Are you "different" ( LGBTQIA+, ethically non-monogamous, Pagan or pagan-friendly, etc.) and looking for a therapist who "gets it"? Whatever the journey has brought you, your courageous heart has led you here.
Are you exhausted, struggling, longing for more, constantly committing to "get your life together?" Do you feel like you're constantly dropping loose ends and wonder how everyone else does it? Or are you overwhelmed, overstimulated, and overextended, jittery during the day and not sleeping at night? Has a moment in time caught you in its web and you are ready to become untangled? Are you "different" ( LGBTQIA+, ethically non-monogamous, Pagan or pagan-friendly, etc.) and looking for a therapist who "gets it"? Whatever the journey has brought you, your courageous heart has led you here.
Craig Pelka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46220 (Online Only)
Moving toward what matters in your 20s, 30s, and 40s can be confusing and overwhelming. You might find yourself with a sense of lost time and regret, struggling to move forward from your past, and dealing with self-doubt and criticism. Uncertainty about your relationships and who you are as an individual add to the challenge. If you’re longing to make deeper changes and become more present, honest, and engaged in your life, adding in therapeutic support can be beneficial. I primarily work with adults, with a focus on LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies, and gay men.
Moving toward what matters in your 20s, 30s, and 40s can be confusing and overwhelming. You might find yourself with a sense of lost time and regret, struggling to move forward from your past, and dealing with self-doubt and criticism. Uncertainty about your relationships and who you are as an individual add to the challenge. If you’re longing to make deeper changes and become more present, honest, and engaged in your life, adding in therapeutic support can be beneficial. I primarily work with adults, with a focus on LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies, and gay men.
Heartland Healing Counseling & Consultation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46203 (Online Only)
HHC centers LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities, working with motivated individuals to build insight, confront obstacles to well-being, and heal trauma to move toward self-actualization & joy. Our team of therapists represent many identities & theoretical perspectives, and work from queer feminist and family systems frameworks. We value self-determination, holistic health, harm reduction, and disability & racial justice. Relationships are built through collaboration, creativity, and recognition of the environmental & cultural factors that impact client's lives. We currently have a fantastic team of 7 providers and an intern.
HHC centers LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities, working with motivated individuals to build insight, confront obstacles to well-being, and heal trauma to move toward self-actualization & joy. Our team of therapists represent many identities & theoretical perspectives, and work from queer feminist and family systems frameworks. We value self-determination, holistic health, harm reduction, and disability & racial justice. Relationships are built through collaboration, creativity, and recognition of the environmental & cultural factors that impact client's lives. We currently have a fantastic team of 7 providers and an intern.
Though I am familiar with a wide array of concerns and diagnoses, I do specialize in LGBTQ+ and trauma.
As a mental health provider, I believe that each person has their own unique story and deserves individualized treatment. Therefore, it is important to me as a provider to collaborate with my clients to ensure they are receiving the most effective therapy for their needs and accomplishing their personal mental health goals!
Though I am familiar with a wide array of concerns and diagnoses, I do specialize in LGBTQ+ and trauma.
As a mental health provider, I believe that each person has their own unique story and deserves individualized treatment. Therefore, it is important to me as a provider to collaborate with my clients to ensure they are receiving the most effective therapy for their needs and accomplishing their personal mental health goals!
Angel Sebastian Barraza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46202
I have experience working with adjustment disorders, anxiety, attention deficit (ADHD), autism spectrum, adolescents, depression, grief and loss, substance use disorders, and LGBTQIA+ populations.
Therapy with me is ideal for people who are interested in developing self-awareness and coping skills and contextualizing those skills across environments. Tools like self re-evaluation, consciousness raising and environmental re-evaluation go a long way to help understand why particular situations are upsetting. Processing on how to intervene on your own behalf can mean all the difference in difficult times. We can work together in a way that finds comfort in your natural strength in order to help you sit in your own genius, power and resilience.
I have experience working with adjustment disorders, anxiety, attention deficit (ADHD), autism spectrum, adolescents, depression, grief and loss, substance use disorders, and LGBTQIA+ populations.
Therapy with me is ideal for people who are interested in developing self-awareness and coping skills and contextualizing those skills across environments. Tools like self re-evaluation, consciousness raising and environmental re-evaluation go a long way to help understand why particular situations are upsetting. Processing on how to intervene on your own behalf can mean all the difference in difficult times. We can work together in a way that finds comfort in your natural strength in order to help you sit in your own genius, power and resilience.
Carlin Henderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46203
Waitlist for new clients
My speciality is working with LGBTQIA+ utilizing a trauma informed lens while also holding space for other intersectional identities.
Welcome to Rad Therapy Services. The mission of this practice is radical acceptance of yourself as well as the radical deconstruction of the systems around you that may be impacting you. I work specifically with the LGBTQIA+ population on navigating life changes and managing the stress of living in our late stage capitalistic society. I also enjoy helping clients navigate past traumas and understand how these experiences continue to show up today.
My speciality is working with LGBTQIA+ utilizing a trauma informed lens while also holding space for other intersectional identities.
Welcome to Rad Therapy Services. The mission of this practice is radical acceptance of yourself as well as the radical deconstruction of the systems around you that may be impacting you. I work specifically with the LGBTQIA+ population on navigating life changes and managing the stress of living in our late stage capitalistic society. I also enjoy helping clients navigate past traumas and understand how these experiences continue to show up today.
I'm passionate about serving communities of people who have been underserved, and possibly harmed, by the fields of counseling and psychology in the past including: the LGBTQ+ population, those with non-traditional relationship structures such as polyamory, the kink community, and neurodivergent individuals. I strive to make therapy a comfortable and safe environment for people of all cultures, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. I am trauma-informed, sex and kink- positive, and body-neutral. I value social justice and hold anti-racist, disability-informed, feminist values, that I carry through my work.
I'm passionate about serving communities of people who have been underserved, and possibly harmed, by the fields of counseling and psychology in the past including: the LGBTQ+ population, those with non-traditional relationship structures such as polyamory, the kink community, and neurodivergent individuals. I strive to make therapy a comfortable and safe environment for people of all cultures, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. I am trauma-informed, sex and kink- positive, and body-neutral. I value social justice and hold anti-racist, disability-informed, feminist values, that I carry through my work.
I have particular interest in working with queer people and young adult men struggling in relationships.
I work with people who are experiencing emotional distress and looking for lasting change in their lives. Depression, anxiety, feelings of sadness and hopelessness, distressing thoughts, and self criticism can make life unbearable and dampen one's spirit. My style of therapy focuses on building an understanding of one's distress, its relationship to the past, and how its shaped you into the person you are now. Together we'll think about the problems you face and carve a path toward a more fulfilling life. We are changed by every relationship in our lives. And my hope is our relationship will bring about the healing you seek.
I have particular interest in working with queer people and young adult men struggling in relationships.
I work with people who are experiencing emotional distress and looking for lasting change in their lives. Depression, anxiety, feelings of sadness and hopelessness, distressing thoughts, and self criticism can make life unbearable and dampen one's spirit. My style of therapy focuses on building an understanding of one's distress, its relationship to the past, and how its shaped you into the person you are now. Together we'll think about the problems you face and carve a path toward a more fulfilling life. We are changed by every relationship in our lives. And my hope is our relationship will bring about the healing you seek.
Stephanie Ellen Rudd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46202 (Online Only)
My role will never be to tell you what to do; rather we will work together to find the perfect solution for you. I accept clients from all backgrounds, identities, and cultures. I have a warm welcome for those of the LGBTQ+ community along with open relationship structures/polyamory. Areas of most experience include anxiety, depression, OCD, addiction (harm reduction model, preferably). No area or challenge is too small or seemingly too insignificant in which to engage in therapy. Clients will be successful when they come with an open mind, a willingness to be vulnerable, while also being provided their own pace and comfort.
My role will never be to tell you what to do; rather we will work together to find the perfect solution for you. I accept clients from all backgrounds, identities, and cultures. I have a warm welcome for those of the LGBTQ+ community along with open relationship structures/polyamory. Areas of most experience include anxiety, depression, OCD, addiction (harm reduction model, preferably). No area or challenge is too small or seemingly too insignificant in which to engage in therapy. Clients will be successful when they come with an open mind, a willingness to be vulnerable, while also being provided their own pace and comfort.
With years of experience practicing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I have had the privilege of working closely with LGBTQIA+ populations, helping individuals navigate life’s complexities with empathy and support.
I believe everyone deserves a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore their feelings and experiences. My mission is to create a space where those who have felt overlooked can finally feel seen, heard, and understood. Together, we can work on navigating life's challenges, whether it's stress, anxiety, body image concerns, or just feeling stuck. I’m here to listen, support, and help you rediscover your strengths.
With years of experience practicing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I have had the privilege of working closely with LGBTQIA+ populations, helping individuals navigate life’s complexities with empathy and support.
I believe everyone deserves a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore their feelings and experiences. My mission is to create a space where those who have felt overlooked can finally feel seen, heard, and understood. Together, we can work on navigating life's challenges, whether it's stress, anxiety, body image concerns, or just feeling stuck. I’m here to listen, support, and help you rediscover your strengths.
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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.