LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Lexington, KY
My clients benefit from trauma-informed care and an inclusive environment that affirms cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ+ identities.
My ideal client is navigating challenges like family dynamics, work or school issues, trauma, mood and anxiety, ADHD and learning differences, and social differences and sensory sensitivities related to autism. They seek support and advocacy from a neurodivergent psychologist who understands and champions their unique experiences. Motivated by personal growth, they aspire to improve their quality of life by leveraging their strengths and addressing their challenges. Ultimately, they desire a safe, inclusive, and affirming space where their identity and experiences are respected, allowing them to be authentic.
My clients benefit from trauma-informed care and an inclusive environment that affirms cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ+ identities.
My ideal client is navigating challenges like family dynamics, work or school issues, trauma, mood and anxiety, ADHD and learning differences, and social differences and sensory sensitivities related to autism. They seek support and advocacy from a neurodivergent psychologist who understands and champions their unique experiences. Motivated by personal growth, they aspire to improve their quality of life by leveraging their strengths and addressing their challenges. Ultimately, they desire a safe, inclusive, and affirming space where their identity and experiences are respected, allowing them to be authentic.
Shay Kahani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-S, CST
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502 (Online Only)
Have experience working with LGBTQIA+ community, kink, open relationships and poly informed.
Sometimes we can feel stress and lost with relationships, our families, and ourselves. We all need help. Someone to listen to up. You might wish you could improve your sex life in your romantic relationships, or change your family and relationships interactions. Maybe you want to live a calm and peaceful life and overcome past traumas that don't let you move on. Replaying your history over and over, wishing things were different. It might be the way you think and treat yourself that brought you here. Maybe you want to discover more about yourself and never knew how.
Have experience working with LGBTQIA+ community, kink, open relationships and poly informed.
Sometimes we can feel stress and lost with relationships, our families, and ourselves. We all need help. Someone to listen to up. You might wish you could improve your sex life in your romantic relationships, or change your family and relationships interactions. Maybe you want to live a calm and peaceful life and overcome past traumas that don't let you move on. Replaying your history over and over, wishing things were different. It might be the way you think and treat yourself that brought you here. Maybe you want to discover more about yourself and never knew how.
Jeremy S Coleman
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509
I make serving LGBTQ+ people a priority in communities across the great state of Kentucky.
I provide services to people who are seeking Identity Counseling, Trauma and Grief Counseling, Mood and Anxiety Counseling, and more. I foster a safe space for people who identify as LGBTQ+, LGBTQ+ allies, and people who are seeking behavioral health services. The core values for ODCC are Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE).
I make serving LGBTQ+ people a priority in communities across the great state of Kentucky.
I provide services to people who are seeking Identity Counseling, Trauma and Grief Counseling, Mood and Anxiety Counseling, and more. I foster a safe space for people who identify as LGBTQ+, LGBTQ+ allies, and people who are seeking behavioral health services. The core values for ODCC are Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE).
Jessica R Jones
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40506 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and pride myself in creating a safe, non-judgmental place for all people.
I am dedicated to providing clients with the best, most effective counseling and psychotherapy services. I have the experience, training, dedication, and heart to help you or your loved one with the issues you are facing. Whether you struggle with chronic mental illness or need help navigating a transitional time in your life, I am here to help. I have extensive experience working specifically with neurodivergent adults (ADHD and/or autism) and I have a passion for helping neurodivergent people navigate existing in a world that is not always designed for them.
I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and pride myself in creating a safe, non-judgmental place for all people.
I am dedicated to providing clients with the best, most effective counseling and psychotherapy services. I have the experience, training, dedication, and heart to help you or your loved one with the issues you are facing. Whether you struggle with chronic mental illness or need help navigating a transitional time in your life, I am here to help. I have extensive experience working specifically with neurodivergent adults (ADHD and/or autism) and I have a passion for helping neurodivergent people navigate existing in a world that is not always designed for them.
Rachael Lastoff
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LCMHC, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40505
I am a member of WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health) and am LGBTQIA welcoming and affirming.
Whether you have experienced a recent setback or are trying to come to terms with an ongoing struggle, my goal is to be an unbiased listener providing reflective and direct feedback to help you gain insight and clarity. I am a gender-affirming therapist specializing in working with those in a life transition, struggling with their identity, or looking to evolve from the way they were raised. In couples counseling, I work with monogamous, open/poly, and kink relationships.
I am a member of WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health) and am LGBTQIA welcoming and affirming.
Whether you have experienced a recent setback or are trying to come to terms with an ongoing struggle, my goal is to be an unbiased listener providing reflective and direct feedback to help you gain insight and clarity. I am a gender-affirming therapist specializing in working with those in a life transition, struggling with their identity, or looking to evolve from the way they were raised. In couples counseling, I work with monogamous, open/poly, and kink relationships.
I help those who seem to always struggle on the fringes, the immigrants, the LGBTQIA+, the neurodivergent, etc. You deserve to have a space of healing and complete acceptance to further explore, grow, and understand yourself. It is my goal as a provider to work on what you want to work on during your journey of growth and healing. You are your own expert, I'm just here to keep us on the path. If you are looking for a clinician who accepts you as you are, and wants to help you get on the your best path, I am here to help!
I help those who seem to always struggle on the fringes, the immigrants, the LGBTQIA+, the neurodivergent, etc. You deserve to have a space of healing and complete acceptance to further explore, grow, and understand yourself. It is my goal as a provider to work on what you want to work on during your journey of growth and healing. You are your own expert, I'm just here to keep us on the path. If you are looking for a clinician who accepts you as you are, and wants to help you get on the your best path, I am here to help!
Stephanie Vittitoe
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509 (Online Only)
Currently conducting telehealth sessions only. Making the decision to enter into counseling can leave you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain and fearful. It’s never easy to trust someone you just recently met and face difficult and painful parts of your life. When you take that first step into my office you will be met with a safe place free from judgment, an empathetic ear as well as my promise to support you through this process. I provide services for all ages as well as families and couples. I have experience with LGBTQ+ concerns, anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders.
Currently conducting telehealth sessions only. Making the decision to enter into counseling can leave you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain and fearful. It’s never easy to trust someone you just recently met and face difficult and painful parts of your life. When you take that first step into my office you will be met with a safe place free from judgment, an empathetic ear as well as my promise to support you through this process. I provide services for all ages as well as families and couples. I have experience with LGBTQ+ concerns, anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders.
Are you looking for a safe, nonjudgmental space to get help with emotional issues, past or current trauma, relationship issues or maybe how to forgive and love yourself so you can move forward in your life? Have you experienced negative life experiences which have left you feeling depressed and anxious? Are you feeling stuck at the mercy of your distressing emotions? Have you experienced trauma due to discrimination for being a member of the LGBTQ or other minority population?
Are you looking for a safe, nonjudgmental space to get help with emotional issues, past or current trauma, relationship issues or maybe how to forgive and love yourself so you can move forward in your life? Have you experienced negative life experiences which have left you feeling depressed and anxious? Are you feeling stuck at the mercy of your distressing emotions? Have you experienced trauma due to discrimination for being a member of the LGBTQ or other minority population?
Dr. Nina K Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40510
As a queer clinician, I am an informed and safe therapeutic partner for LGBTQ+ clients and allies.
My clients are often motivated to begin therapy as an investment in self. Whether you are needing support to find your truest self, curious about how your unprocessed past may be affecting your present, living with anxiety or depression, or are looking for skills to develop healthier relationships, we will work together to determine your therapeutic path. You can expect to identify narratives that have shaped your reactions and worldview, deconstruct what no longer fits your values, and equip you with tools to thrive beyond survival.
As a queer clinician, I am an informed and safe therapeutic partner for LGBTQ+ clients and allies.
My clients are often motivated to begin therapy as an investment in self. Whether you are needing support to find your truest self, curious about how your unprocessed past may be affecting your present, living with anxiety or depression, or are looking for skills to develop healthier relationships, we will work together to determine your therapeutic path. You can expect to identify narratives that have shaped your reactions and worldview, deconstruct what no longer fits your values, and equip you with tools to thrive beyond survival.
As a late-diagnosed neurodivergent adult and member of the Queer/ LGBTQ+ community myself, I know how hard it can sometimes be to reach out for help, let alone find mental healthcare that honors and affirms your identity.
Hello, I'm Naomi "Alix" Burke. I welcome clients of various identities and do not discriminate based upon gender or sexual identity, race, ethnicity, religion or non-religion, class, political affiliation, monogamous/polyamorous status, substance use or sobriety/recovery status, or level of education. I primarily see adult and teen (13+) clients for individual therapy and provide couples/relationship therapy on a limited basis. I love helping clients explore and better understand the nuances of their own diagnoses and identities, develop and reinforce self-worth and self-acceptance, and improve coping and executive functioning.
As a late-diagnosed neurodivergent adult and member of the Queer/ LGBTQ+ community myself, I know how hard it can sometimes be to reach out for help, let alone find mental healthcare that honors and affirms your identity.
Hello, I'm Naomi "Alix" Burke. I welcome clients of various identities and do not discriminate based upon gender or sexual identity, race, ethnicity, religion or non-religion, class, political affiliation, monogamous/polyamorous status, substance use or sobriety/recovery status, or level of education. I primarily see adult and teen (13+) clients for individual therapy and provide couples/relationship therapy on a limited basis. I love helping clients explore and better understand the nuances of their own diagnoses and identities, develop and reinforce self-worth and self-acceptance, and improve coping and executive functioning.
Mary Hansen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am queer and passionate about my LGBTQIA+ community.
Were you adultified as a child? Do you struggle with people pleasing and setting healthy boundaries? Have you begun to see ways trauma is ruling your life? You have come to the right place! We will work together to help you gain skills to manage your emotions, while also working on the root issues leading to the struggles of connection and regulation. It is possible for you to feel safe, trust yourself, and feel proud of who you are. Reach out today and we will begin this journey together.
I am queer and passionate about my LGBTQIA+ community.
Were you adultified as a child? Do you struggle with people pleasing and setting healthy boundaries? Have you begun to see ways trauma is ruling your life? You have come to the right place! We will work together to help you gain skills to manage your emotions, while also working on the root issues leading to the struggles of connection and regulation. It is possible for you to feel safe, trust yourself, and feel proud of who you are. Reach out today and we will begin this journey together.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40506 (Online Only)
We practice the principles of cultural humility, LGBTQ+ inclusivity, neurodiversity, unconditional positive regard, and anti-racism.
Your therapist, Jeremy, LCSW, offers enhanced engagements for an empowered well-being! Digital engagements may include Minecraft, Roblox, or Virtual Reality and more. The engagements are integrated into evidence-based therapies which are lead by an experienced clinician! If clients prefer traditional telehealth sessions, that is welcomed too. Clients are diverse in culture, identity, and age. What clients may share is the need to be heard, to discover directionality, and to find a better sense of well-being. The most common symptoms I treat are anxiety, depression, identity challenges, and frustration intolerance. Email questions!
We practice the principles of cultural humility, LGBTQ+ inclusivity, neurodiversity, unconditional positive regard, and anti-racism.
Your therapist, Jeremy, LCSW, offers enhanced engagements for an empowered well-being! Digital engagements may include Minecraft, Roblox, or Virtual Reality and more. The engagements are integrated into evidence-based therapies which are lead by an experienced clinician! If clients prefer traditional telehealth sessions, that is welcomed too. Clients are diverse in culture, identity, and age. What clients may share is the need to be heard, to discover directionality, and to find a better sense of well-being. The most common symptoms I treat are anxiety, depression, identity challenges, and frustration intolerance. Email questions!
Rebecca S. Katz Counseling Service LLC
Counselor, MA, MEd, LPCC KY, LMSW NM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As an older queer Jewish woman, I love working with other LBGTQ and straight women and men who are ready to make changes in their lives. I understand what it feels like to be hurt by people you love or to be unable to find peace within yourself. So you're in pain or suffer from anger, or shamed, let me help you help yourself. You can learn to regulate your emotions and change the way you think about yourself and interact with others differently. I know this is difficult as I have had to do this too. Let me help you help yourself walk through the pain and get to the other side. It is time to unburden yourself of your secrets.
As an older queer Jewish woman, I love working with other LBGTQ and straight women and men who are ready to make changes in their lives. I understand what it feels like to be hurt by people you love or to be unable to find peace within yourself. So you're in pain or suffer from anger, or shamed, let me help you help yourself. You can learn to regulate your emotions and change the way you think about yourself and interact with others differently. I know this is difficult as I have had to do this too. Let me help you help yourself walk through the pain and get to the other side. It is time to unburden yourself of your secrets.
Lucinda Kiper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40511 (Online Only)
Are you ready to enhance your self-esteem and become the person you’ve always dreamed of? Do you want to break free from depression and anxiety? If you need support to navigate a challenging time in your life, you've come to the right place. I’m an LGBTQ+, kink-aware, and alternative lifestyle-friendly provider dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for all. Together, we can explore your goals and work through your challenges with compassion and understanding. Let’s take this journey towards the life you want and deserve!
Are you ready to enhance your self-esteem and become the person you’ve always dreamed of? Do you want to break free from depression and anxiety? If you need support to navigate a challenging time in your life, you've come to the right place. I’m an LGBTQ+, kink-aware, and alternative lifestyle-friendly provider dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for all. Together, we can explore your goals and work through your challenges with compassion and understanding. Let’s take this journey towards the life you want and deserve!
Accepting New Clients. My areas of focus include but are not limited to Adult issues, parenting, Bi-Polar, adolescents, Depression, cPTSD, Substance Use, Gender confirming and LGBTQ affirming. Gottman Couples therapist. Accepting insurance and private pay. Law enforcement and prior military experience. My hours support working couples, individuals and school aged children. After hours appointments and weekend sessions are available. Currently, I'm in my 25th year of practice.
Accepting New Clients. My areas of focus include but are not limited to Adult issues, parenting, Bi-Polar, adolescents, Depression, cPTSD, Substance Use, Gender confirming and LGBTQ affirming. Gottman Couples therapist. Accepting insurance and private pay. Law enforcement and prior military experience. My hours support working couples, individuals and school aged children. After hours appointments and weekend sessions are available. Currently, I'm in my 25th year of practice.
Are you curious, self-motivated, intelligent, and down to earth? Are you looking for help addressing ADHD, anxiety, depression, or bipolar symptoms in your day-to-day life? Are you looking for someone who is nonjudgmental, grounded, compassionate, and real? If so, I may be able to help. I have experience in outpatient behavioral mental health working with a wide range of mental health concerns. I want to provide you with the skills and tools you need to help manage your symptoms instead of the other way around.
Are you curious, self-motivated, intelligent, and down to earth? Are you looking for help addressing ADHD, anxiety, depression, or bipolar symptoms in your day-to-day life? Are you looking for someone who is nonjudgmental, grounded, compassionate, and real? If so, I may be able to help. I have experience in outpatient behavioral mental health working with a wide range of mental health concerns. I want to provide you with the skills and tools you need to help manage your symptoms instead of the other way around.
Morgan Paige Chaffins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40517
I will encourage you to openly share what's on your heart and mind, without holding back due to fear of judgment. My only request is that you come to our sessions as your authentic self. Therapy is most productive when you have a strong motivation for change. With this motivation, you'll be more likely to put in the necessary work to achieve your therapeutic goals. Building mutual trust is vital in therapy. Through this mutual trust, my aim is to help you become the best version of yourself. "I am not afraid of storms for I am learning how to sail my ship."
I will encourage you to openly share what's on your heart and mind, without holding back due to fear of judgment. My only request is that you come to our sessions as your authentic self. Therapy is most productive when you have a strong motivation for change. With this motivation, you'll be more likely to put in the necessary work to achieve your therapeutic goals. Building mutual trust is vital in therapy. Through this mutual trust, my aim is to help you become the best version of yourself. "I am not afraid of storms for I am learning how to sail my ship."
You're in the right place. It can be difficult to know where to start when it comes to finding the right therapist and how to get help with the issues that are often most personal to us. Whatever issue brought you to my profile, rest assured, there is a way forward that honors your past and creates a future you want to see. Let's talk and see how I can help.
You're in the right place. It can be difficult to know where to start when it comes to finding the right therapist and how to get help with the issues that are often most personal to us. Whatever issue brought you to my profile, rest assured, there is a way forward that honors your past and creates a future you want to see. Let's talk and see how I can help.
R. Tierra Davenport is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2019. Tierra believes in a person-centered approach when working with clients. In sessions she likes to explore client's strengths and weaknesses to facilitate growth in each area. Tierra considers herself to be a very psychoeducational therapist, meaning her clients can expect to learn both inside and outside of sessions with supplemental resources or homework materials. Tierra also believes in meeting clients where they are"?no matter where you are in your journey or stage of change, human growth and development is lifelong.
R. Tierra Davenport is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2019. Tierra believes in a person-centered approach when working with clients. In sessions she likes to explore client's strengths and weaknesses to facilitate growth in each area. Tierra considers herself to be a very psychoeducational therapist, meaning her clients can expect to learn both inside and outside of sessions with supplemental resources or homework materials. Tierra also believes in meeting clients where they are"?no matter where you are in your journey or stage of change, human growth and development is lifelong.
Misty Kirby is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2004. Misty holds a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Eastern Kentucky University, as well as a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Liberty University. Misty presents with a warm but straight forward approach while practicing a strength-based and person-centered approach to therapy. She is able to build rapport quickly which allows for a therapeutically appropriate relationship between therapist and client.
Misty Kirby is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2004. Misty holds a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Eastern Kentucky University, as well as a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Liberty University. Misty presents with a warm but straight forward approach while practicing a strength-based and person-centered approach to therapy. She is able to build rapport quickly which allows for a therapeutically appropriate relationship between therapist and client.
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