LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Lunenburg, MA
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker who has had the joy and honor of helping others for the last ten years. My lived experiences as a woman of color, a former foster child, and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community allows me to connect with others on topics of gender, sexuality, race, intersectionality and more as it relates to everyday life and its challenges. My focus is on helping persons experiencing depression, anxiety, and adjustment to life stressors while working on improving communication skills, building boundaries, and strengthening relationships.
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker who has had the joy and honor of helping others for the last ten years. My lived experiences as a woman of color, a former foster child, and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community allows me to connect with others on topics of gender, sexuality, race, intersectionality and more as it relates to everyday life and its challenges. My focus is on helping persons experiencing depression, anxiety, and adjustment to life stressors while working on improving communication skills, building boundaries, and strengthening relationships.
Brooke M Chamberland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lunenburg, MA 01462
Not accepting new clients
With over 15 years of experience in counseling children, adults, couples, and families, I believe in a strengths based, solution focused model for therapeutic intervention. My strengths are in CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing, specializing in vicarious trauma, personality disorders, and high risk behaviors, but also treat anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and other mental health disorders. I am dedicated to helping people become motivated for change and guiding them through this process.
With over 15 years of experience in counseling children, adults, couples, and families, I believe in a strengths based, solution focused model for therapeutic intervention. My strengths are in CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing, specializing in vicarious trauma, personality disorders, and high risk behaviors, but also treat anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and other mental health disorders. I am dedicated to helping people become motivated for change and guiding them through this process.
I believe in a compassionate and authentic approach to therapy with a strengths-based, holistic model. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and children's and family needs. I also treat depression, adjustment issues, grief, and other mental health disorders. I have training in trauma-focused CBT, family systems, mindfulness and meditation, as well as transpersonal counseling specialties.
I believe in a compassionate and authentic approach to therapy with a strengths-based, holistic model. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and children's and family needs. I also treat depression, adjustment issues, grief, and other mental health disorders. I have training in trauma-focused CBT, family systems, mindfulness and meditation, as well as transpersonal counseling specialties.
Christen Drouin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lunenburg, MA 01462
Not accepting new clients
NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Are you struggling to find a therapist that you can connect with and open up to? Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Do you wish that your family or interpersonal relationship could be improved. I can help! I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience. I create a warm and safe environment to share your unique experiences. I have experience in individual, family, and couples counseling.
NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Are you struggling to find a therapist that you can connect with and open up to? Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Do you wish that your family or interpersonal relationship could be improved. I can help! I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience. I create a warm and safe environment to share your unique experiences. I have experience in individual, family, and couples counseling.
I am the owner of Water Bear Counseling, LLC; and am a one woman private practice. Colleagues and clients say I am "down to earth" and "develop great rapport quickly." This is because of my laid back style of having a therapeutic conversation. I ask questions, reflect what I hear, and offer observations. I also keep clients informed about the process so they understand what is happening. I teach the skills and strategies that may be helpful to creating change and improved quality of life. I also am available for clinical training and supervision for employees from all disciplines.
I am the owner of Water Bear Counseling, LLC; and am a one woman private practice. Colleagues and clients say I am "down to earth" and "develop great rapport quickly." This is because of my laid back style of having a therapeutic conversation. I ask questions, reflect what I hear, and offer observations. I also keep clients informed about the process so they understand what is happening. I teach the skills and strategies that may be helpful to creating change and improved quality of life. I also am available for clinical training and supervision for employees from all disciplines.
Karen Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lunenburg, MA 01462
Waitlist for new clients
I have been a social worker for over 23 years and have worked in a number of different settings, which allowed me to gain knowledge and experience to address any presenting concerns you may have. In my practice, I will guide, nurture, and work together with you on your concerns. I will work with you using a solution-based approach based upon your own individual situation. I am here to help you transform your life through awareness, support, and insight. You are not in this alone, I am here to help you!
I have been a social worker for over 23 years and have worked in a number of different settings, which allowed me to gain knowledge and experience to address any presenting concerns you may have. In my practice, I will guide, nurture, and work together with you on your concerns. I will work with you using a solution-based approach based upon your own individual situation. I am here to help you transform your life through awareness, support, and insight. You are not in this alone, I am here to help you!
Ivy Gross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lunenburg, MA 01462 (Online Only)
I provide individual therapy to anyone who is looking for help to cope with life's various twists and turns. I provide a judgement-free space and utilize an organic approach to gain an understanding of your specific life situations and stressors that are contributing to your current feelings. Together we will work quickly to alleviate uncomfortable symptoms and increase your happiness and life satisfaction. My focus is on helping you to make changes that will enhance the positives in your life and impact long term changes that will help you to move forward through life towards reaching your goals.
I provide individual therapy to anyone who is looking for help to cope with life's various twists and turns. I provide a judgement-free space and utilize an organic approach to gain an understanding of your specific life situations and stressors that are contributing to your current feelings. Together we will work quickly to alleviate uncomfortable symptoms and increase your happiness and life satisfaction. My focus is on helping you to make changes that will enhance the positives in your life and impact long term changes that will help you to move forward through life towards reaching your goals.
Over the last thirty years as a Clinical Psychologist, I have learned how children, adults, couples, and families break free of disheartening relational patterns and rewrite oppressive stories. I have learned how to attend to what matters most: feeling safe, opening to love, and creating a life guided by compassion. I truly love my work, and that may be because I am still learning every day how to ask questions that spark wonder and creativity, how to listen for the depth behind words, knowing when to be patient, when to challenge.
Over the last thirty years as a Clinical Psychologist, I have learned how children, adults, couples, and families break free of disheartening relational patterns and rewrite oppressive stories. I have learned how to attend to what matters most: feeling safe, opening to love, and creating a life guided by compassion. I truly love my work, and that may be because I am still learning every day how to ask questions that spark wonder and creativity, how to listen for the depth behind words, knowing when to be patient, when to challenge.
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Nick DeCourcey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Leominster, MA 01453 (Online Only)
I also specialize in strategies for overcoming specific obstacles, such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and conflict related to LGBTQIA+ identities.
Do you ever feel like there’s a version of yourself you really want to be, but something's holding you back? I get it, and you’re not alone. There are many reasons that make us want to “be better”, so that we can be more in harmony in our relationships, so that we can be as productive as we want to be in our careers, so that we can be kinder to ourselves and have more confidence. I'm all about helping people figure out who they are and becoming the best version of themselves. I'm here to help you overcome the things that are stopping you from being the "you" you want to be.
I also specialize in strategies for overcoming specific obstacles, such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and conflict related to LGBTQIA+ identities.
Do you ever feel like there’s a version of yourself you really want to be, but something's holding you back? I get it, and you’re not alone. There are many reasons that make us want to “be better”, so that we can be more in harmony in our relationships, so that we can be as productive as we want to be in our careers, so that we can be kinder to ourselves and have more confidence. I'm all about helping people figure out who they are and becoming the best version of themselves. I'm here to help you overcome the things that are stopping you from being the "you" you want to be.
Empowered Pathways Counseling, LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fitchburg, MA 01420 (Online Only)
As an LMHC I can provide advanced Training in TF-CBT, DBT, ARC, LGBTQ+, Family Therapy.
“I believe that therapy is a platform that allows people to understand themselves better. The therapeutic relationship provides an opportunity to overcome challenges by trialing coping skills and talking through issues to gain new insight. Engaging in activities of wellness that supports the whole individual promotes continuous healing that allows us to connect to ourselves and others on a deeper level.”
As an LMHC I can provide advanced Training in TF-CBT, DBT, ARC, LGBTQ+, Family Therapy.
“I believe that therapy is a platform that allows people to understand themselves better. The therapeutic relationship provides an opportunity to overcome challenges by trialing coping skills and talking through issues to gain new insight. Engaging in activities of wellness that supports the whole individual promotes continuous healing that allows us to connect to ourselves and others on a deeper level.”
We’re not meant to deal with our problems alone, so let's figure it out together. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 9+ years of experience working with children and adults. I’m excited to help people work through a range of concerns, like stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, foster/adoptive transitions, co-parenting, adjustment issues, and identity development. I’m particularly passionate about providing culturally-sensitive and empowering therapy services to the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities.
We’re not meant to deal with our problems alone, so let's figure it out together. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 9+ years of experience working with children and adults. I’m excited to help people work through a range of concerns, like stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, foster/adoptive transitions, co-parenting, adjustment issues, and identity development. I’m particularly passionate about providing culturally-sensitive and empowering therapy services to the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities.
Alice Lenhart
Counselor, LMHC, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Groton, MA 01450
Not accepting new clients
If you are an adult (18+) looking for help with a substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, co-occurring disorders, LGBTQ+ or women's issues, or navigating life transitions, please contact me via phone or email.
I believe the single-most effective tool in therapy is the therapeutic relationship and connection. In a good therapeutic relationship, both people change. This connection serves as the anchor for greater personal insight, meaningful and purposeful change, and new discoveries. Change can also be daunting, but through a supportive and collaborative connection, we often find new voice, perspective, and courage. I believe the therapeutic process can and should include humor, joy, safety, and a sense of purpose.
If you are an adult (18+) looking for help with a substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, co-occurring disorders, LGBTQ+ or women's issues, or navigating life transitions, please contact me via phone or email.
I believe the single-most effective tool in therapy is the therapeutic relationship and connection. In a good therapeutic relationship, both people change. This connection serves as the anchor for greater personal insight, meaningful and purposeful change, and new discoveries. Change can also be daunting, but through a supportive and collaborative connection, we often find new voice, perspective, and courage. I believe the therapeutic process can and should include humor, joy, safety, and a sense of purpose.
Melissa Coffey, PsyD, is a pre-licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children and adolescents. Melissa has a plethora of experience in the school setting as well as the clinical setting. Her background includes trauma informed care, family systems, psychoeducational assessment, as well as LGBTQIA+ youth. Her research includes implementing positive psychology into complex systems to increase the level of wellbeing in the work environment.
Melissa Coffey, PsyD, is a pre-licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children and adolescents. Melissa has a plethora of experience in the school setting as well as the clinical setting. Her background includes trauma informed care, family systems, psychoeducational assessment, as well as LGBTQIA+ youth. Her research includes implementing positive psychology into complex systems to increase the level of wellbeing in the work environment.
Nomad Counseling and Wellness LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pepperell, MA 01463 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I offer telehealth clinical mental health counseling to adult Massachusetts residents. My counseling style is holistic and we will consider all aspects of you - your health, happiness, and sense of fulfillment. Treatment is LGBTQIA+, kink, and nonmonogamy affirming and sex positive. It takes a lot of courage to ask for help. We all have experienced suffering of one kind or another throughout our lives, but it can feel very challenging to talk about your hardship with others. I would be honored to walk your path with you and collaborate on ways that we can reduce suffering and increase wellness in your life.
I offer telehealth clinical mental health counseling to adult Massachusetts residents. My counseling style is holistic and we will consider all aspects of you - your health, happiness, and sense of fulfillment. Treatment is LGBTQIA+, kink, and nonmonogamy affirming and sex positive. It takes a lot of courage to ask for help. We all have experienced suffering of one kind or another throughout our lives, but it can feel very challenging to talk about your hardship with others. I would be honored to walk your path with you and collaborate on ways that we can reduce suffering and increase wellness in your life.
Christa Maxant
Counselor, LMHC, CFMHE, CCCE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ayer, MA 01432
Not accepting new clients
You can find more information about me at https://www.mcmentalhealth.com **Not accepting new clients** Finding a counselor can be stressful. I feel that the relationship between therapist and client is the most important part of therapy. My approach is direct and without judgment and I will challenge and support you in making meaningful change in your life. Our goal is self-empowerment. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ / trans affirming therapy, sex and body positivity, trauma work, anxiety, grief/loss and self esteem building.
You can find more information about me at https://www.mcmentalhealth.com **Not accepting new clients** Finding a counselor can be stressful. I feel that the relationship between therapist and client is the most important part of therapy. My approach is direct and without judgment and I will challenge and support you in making meaningful change in your life. Our goal is self-empowerment. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ / trans affirming therapy, sex and body positivity, trauma work, anxiety, grief/loss and self esteem building.
Our practice is designed to help adolescents and adults feel ready to take charge of their life and work towards future success. Therapy can seem scary or daunting, but we're here to take on some of that burden and help you on your personal path of growth and transcendence. We offer both in person and remote services to help meet your needs on your schedule. We have providers working during the day, afternoon, evenings and even weekends.
Our practice is designed to help adolescents and adults feel ready to take charge of their life and work towards future success. Therapy can seem scary or daunting, but we're here to take on some of that burden and help you on your personal path of growth and transcendence. We offer both in person and remote services to help meet your needs on your schedule. We have providers working during the day, afternoon, evenings and even weekends.
Inspire Counseling and Support Center
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC-I, LADC-II, CADC, LCSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Leominster, MA 01453
Waitlist for new clients
Inspire Counseling and Support Center is a comprehensive, full-spectrum community health center. Our goal is to assist our clients in accomplishing their goals for a healthier and better life. Our highly qualified clinicians work with you to help develop a personalized course of treatment to best meet your needs. We are here to guide you and help you learn to make healthy decisions and live a productive life.
Inspire Counseling and Support Center is a comprehensive, full-spectrum community health center. Our goal is to assist our clients in accomplishing their goals for a healthier and better life. Our highly qualified clinicians work with you to help develop a personalized course of treatment to best meet your needs. We are here to guide you and help you learn to make healthy decisions and live a productive life.
Allison Moore is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Master of Social Work and a Masters of Business Administration. Allison helps clients navigating the changes and challenges that life brings, including starting at a new job or school, changes in independence, relationship concerns, lifestyle changes, and building a family. She is passionate about interpersonal skill building, improvement of self-esteem, navigating difficult relationships, making long term lifestyle changes, and self-regulation.
Allison Moore is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Hampshire who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Master of Social Work and a Masters of Business Administration. Allison helps clients navigating the changes and challenges that life brings, including starting at a new job or school, changes in independence, relationship concerns, lifestyle changes, and building a family. She is passionate about interpersonal skill building, improvement of self-esteem, navigating difficult relationships, making long term lifestyle changes, and self-regulation.
Micah graduated from Walden University with a Master's degree in clinical mental health counseling in 2018. They have been working with trauma-related populations since her graduate program internship and throughout her career.
Micah graduated from Walden University with a Master's degree in clinical mental health counseling in 2018. They have been working with trauma-related populations since her graduate program internship and throughout her career.
Eileen Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Fitchburg, MA 01420 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! Making the decision to come to therapy and finding someone that can listen without judgment is a great first step in feeling better. My goal is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships so that you can better manage life stressors and move through major life transitions. I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and specialize in working with clients with addiction, dual diagnosis, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Hello and welcome! Making the decision to come to therapy and finding someone that can listen without judgment is a great first step in feeling better. My goal is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships so that you can better manage life stressors and move through major life transitions. I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and specialize in working with clients with addiction, dual diagnosis, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
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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.