LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Wakefield, MA
Kevin’s specialties include: • Anxiety • Depression • Trauma • LGBTQ • HIV/AIDS • Substance Use • Relationship issues.
Kevin Wicker is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts who has over 20 years of experience. His experience includes collaboratively working with adults, adolescents, and families seeking help to improve symptoms of depression, anxiety, and improved family communication. Kevin completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from James Madison University, a Master’s in Education degree from George Mason University, Master’s in Counseling Psychology degree from Northeastern University, and a Master’s in Business Administration degree from University of Massachusetts – Amherst.
Kevin’s specialties include: • Anxiety • Depression • Trauma • LGBTQ • HIV/AIDS • Substance Use • Relationship issues.
Kevin Wicker is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts who has over 20 years of experience. His experience includes collaboratively working with adults, adolescents, and families seeking help to improve symptoms of depression, anxiety, and improved family communication. Kevin completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from James Madison University, a Master’s in Education degree from George Mason University, Master’s in Counseling Psychology degree from Northeastern University, and a Master’s in Business Administration degree from University of Massachusetts – Amherst.
I offer strength-based, client-centered therapy for pre-teens to young adults facing various challenges and life circumstances, including anxiety, depression, negative self-image, grief, relationship struggles, ADHD, life transitions, and experiences related to Autism. I am also dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to create a safe, supportive space where everyone feels valued and empowered to make positive life changes.
I offer strength-based, client-centered therapy for pre-teens to young adults facing various challenges and life circumstances, including anxiety, depression, negative self-image, grief, relationship struggles, ADHD, life transitions, and experiences related to Autism. I am also dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to create a safe, supportive space where everyone feels valued and empowered to make positive life changes.
“Accepting telehealth clients”. I am a neurodivergent, LGBTQ+ ally who loves animals. I am also a licensed mental health counselor who has been practicing for the past 8 years. My training in in-home therapy has helped me develop a trauma informed, person centered approach. I approach therapy by meeting each unique client where they are at. I am able to facilitate a process to help them get closer to their preferred ways of being. I’ve worked with clients with a range of mental health concerns including, trauma, depression, relationship difficulties, anxiety and self-esteem.
“Accepting telehealth clients”. I am a neurodivergent, LGBTQ+ ally who loves animals. I am also a licensed mental health counselor who has been practicing for the past 8 years. My training in in-home therapy has helped me develop a trauma informed, person centered approach. I approach therapy by meeting each unique client where they are at. I am able to facilitate a process to help them get closer to their preferred ways of being. I’ve worked with clients with a range of mental health concerns including, trauma, depression, relationship difficulties, anxiety and self-esteem.
Over the past decade, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations, using creative arts as a pathway for healing and emotional growth. My belief is that creativity, whether through art, movement, music, or words, can be a transformative force, fostering connection to oneself and the world around us. My approach to therapy is grounded in a trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based framework. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore all aspects of their identity, experiences, and emotions.
Over the past decade, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations, using creative arts as a pathway for healing and emotional growth. My belief is that creativity, whether through art, movement, music, or words, can be a transformative force, fostering connection to oneself and the world around us. My approach to therapy is grounded in a trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based framework. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore all aspects of their identity, experiences, and emotions.
Hi everyone. Welcome to M&E Wellness. Our goal is to support you as you work to achieve mental and emotional wellness. My name is Sivarin Nelson but you can also call me Rinney. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 5 years of experience supporting people making change for a more fulfilling and meaningful life. My goal as a therapist is to support you in exploring and healing from emotional wounds. We all deserve to be well, and we all have the capacity for growth and healing.
Hi everyone. Welcome to M&E Wellness. Our goal is to support you as you work to achieve mental and emotional wellness. My name is Sivarin Nelson but you can also call me Rinney. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 5 years of experience supporting people making change for a more fulfilling and meaningful life. My goal as a therapist is to support you in exploring and healing from emotional wounds. We all deserve to be well, and we all have the capacity for growth and healing.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page! If you are here, you are taking the first step in your journey of acceptance, self-love, and learning strategies to cope with any uncomfortable emotions or life difficulties. You are strong and capable, but you are struggling right now to recognize all your many strengths and abilities. We will work together to heal and find tools that will help you cope in the present moment and prepare you for the future. I have experience working with a variety of individuals with a wide range of mental health struggles, or individuals simply needing a safe space to express their thoughts and feelings.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page! If you are here, you are taking the first step in your journey of acceptance, self-love, and learning strategies to cope with any uncomfortable emotions or life difficulties. You are strong and capable, but you are struggling right now to recognize all your many strengths and abilities. We will work together to heal and find tools that will help you cope in the present moment and prepare you for the future. I have experience working with a variety of individuals with a wide range of mental health struggles, or individuals simply needing a safe space to express their thoughts and feelings.
Are you struggling with school/work, feeling anxious and/or depressed and not sure how to manage these feelings? Do you feel like you aren't measuring up to those around you? Do you constantly worry about what life will hand you next? Or feel like you can't get out of bed and be a successful member of society? Need support dealing with life's challenges or someone to help you set goals and objectives? Life can be challenging and it can be helpful to have someone alongside you instead of facing challenges alone. No two people are the same and therefore therapy should not be either. Therapy doesn’t have to feel like a chore!
Are you struggling with school/work, feeling anxious and/or depressed and not sure how to manage these feelings? Do you feel like you aren't measuring up to those around you? Do you constantly worry about what life will hand you next? Or feel like you can't get out of bed and be a successful member of society? Need support dealing with life's challenges or someone to help you set goals and objectives? Life can be challenging and it can be helpful to have someone alongside you instead of facing challenges alone. No two people are the same and therefore therapy should not be either. Therapy doesn’t have to feel like a chore!
Regardless of the times, the circumstance or the individual, building a relationship with trust, value and efficacy matters. We also believe that this can look different for everyone. Given that, it is important that prior to finding the right therapeutic approach that meets your specific needs, we must first develop a mutual understanding and rapport with one another that feels supportive in moving forward. Next, it will become our responsibility to listen and understand what it is you would like to address and what your goals are. Your voice, experiences, and perceptions will lead us through this process.
Regardless of the times, the circumstance or the individual, building a relationship with trust, value and efficacy matters. We also believe that this can look different for everyone. Given that, it is important that prior to finding the right therapeutic approach that meets your specific needs, we must first develop a mutual understanding and rapport with one another that feels supportive in moving forward. Next, it will become our responsibility to listen and understand what it is you would like to address and what your goals are. Your voice, experiences, and perceptions will lead us through this process.
"Have you been experiencing feelings of sadness, or anger, or not sleeping well? Are you irritable and not liking yourself? Perhaps it is time for you to make a call to someone to help you work through your issues.
I engage actively in the therapeutic process with you, and help provide you with ways to understand and manage your problems. We will work together to identify stressors and then create some simple techniques to balance those stressors.
"Have you been experiencing feelings of sadness, or anger, or not sleeping well? Are you irritable and not liking yourself? Perhaps it is time for you to make a call to someone to help you work through your issues.
I engage actively in the therapeutic process with you, and help provide you with ways to understand and manage your problems. We will work together to identify stressors and then create some simple techniques to balance those stressors.
My ideal client is seeking deeper personal growth and fulfillment, struggling with stress, anxiety, or physical ailments linked to emotional issues. Support in reshaping behaviors, managing stress, and discovering their authentic self would be helpful to them. Their goals include achieving joy, aligning with their true passions, and cultivating meaningful habits. They want to live a more authentic, joyful life and see meaningful behavior change as the key to this transformation. They are ready to embrace practices like mindfulness, yoga, and reiki to enhance their overall well-being.
My ideal client is seeking deeper personal growth and fulfillment, struggling with stress, anxiety, or physical ailments linked to emotional issues. Support in reshaping behaviors, managing stress, and discovering their authentic self would be helpful to them. Their goals include achieving joy, aligning with their true passions, and cultivating meaningful habits. They want to live a more authentic, joyful life and see meaningful behavior change as the key to this transformation. They are ready to embrace practices like mindfulness, yoga, and reiki to enhance their overall well-being.
Not accepting clients at this time but reach out for a waitlist. Hello! As a therapist, I provide a safe space where clients feel supported and validated. I'll work collaboratively with you to help you make sense of distressing thoughts and feelings, gain insight into your experiences, and develop a more authentic relationship to yourself and to the world.
Not accepting clients at this time but reach out for a waitlist. Hello! As a therapist, I provide a safe space where clients feel supported and validated. I'll work collaboratively with you to help you make sense of distressing thoughts and feelings, gain insight into your experiences, and develop a more authentic relationship to yourself and to the world.
Elizabeth Quigley, LICSW, New Inspiration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wakefield, MA 01880 (Online Only)
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
We are a group of warm and talented clinicians who provide therapy to children, adolescents and adults. We use evidence based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to relieve suffering and enable our patients to meet their goals. We work well with both children and adults, treating anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, depression, eating disorders, including ARFID, as well as obesity and health related issues.
We are a group of warm and talented clinicians who provide therapy to children, adolescents and adults. We use evidence based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to relieve suffering and enable our patients to meet their goals. We work well with both children and adults, treating anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, depression, eating disorders, including ARFID, as well as obesity and health related issues.
Thank you for visiting our profile. Taking the first step can sometimes be a little overwhelming. Our large group practice consists of dedicated therapists with different specialities and approaches that we can match to best fit your needs. If you, or a loved one is struggling, or if you need some support and guidance, please contact us to learn more about our services and therapists.
Thank you for visiting our profile. Taking the first step can sometimes be a little overwhelming. Our large group practice consists of dedicated therapists with different specialities and approaches that we can match to best fit your needs. If you, or a loved one is struggling, or if you need some support and guidance, please contact us to learn more about our services and therapists.
I believe that humor and trust are important elements of the therapeutic relationship. My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients in order to help them gain an understanding of how their past as well as their current thoughts and behaviors may be affecting their well-being. I strive to support clients around challenging the stigmas they may face and to develop confidence in living their authentic life.
I believe that humor and trust are important elements of the therapeutic relationship. My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients in order to help them gain an understanding of how their past as well as their current thoughts and behaviors may be affecting their well-being. I strive to support clients around challenging the stigmas they may face and to develop confidence in living their authentic life.
My work with my clients is active and collaborative. I see adults, adolescents, and younger children in the context of family therapy. I provide individual, couples and family therapy. I have 30+ years experience working with people to enhance their lives and relationships, problem solve, and make decisions. I use a CBT approach; also, EMDR to treat trauma, anxiety, and fears. I am currently seeing clients in person as well as offering telehealth. Please visit www.nylamcculloch.com.
My work with my clients is active and collaborative. I see adults, adolescents, and younger children in the context of family therapy. I provide individual, couples and family therapy. I have 30+ years experience working with people to enhance their lives and relationships, problem solve, and make decisions. I use a CBT approach; also, EMDR to treat trauma, anxiety, and fears. I am currently seeing clients in person as well as offering telehealth. Please visit www.nylamcculloch.com.
Maureen Kenny-Woodworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wakefield, MA 01880
Unfortunately, I am unable to accept new patients at this time. Welcome, my name is Maureen Kenny-Woodworth and I have been practicing psychotherapy for 25 years. It is my goal to assist you in reaching your goals! Congratulations on taking the first step, I know it can be intimidating to talk to someone about your concerns. It would be my pleasure to work with you in creating a comfortable safe place to reflect inward.
Unfortunately, I am unable to accept new patients at this time. Welcome, my name is Maureen Kenny-Woodworth and I have been practicing psychotherapy for 25 years. It is my goal to assist you in reaching your goals! Congratulations on taking the first step, I know it can be intimidating to talk to someone about your concerns. It would be my pleasure to work with you in creating a comfortable safe place to reflect inward.
It is a privilege when clients allow me to walk beside them and assist when they are on their life's journey. I am an interactive therapist who utilizes a strengths based and compassion focused approach with clients.
It is a privilege when clients allow me to walk beside them and assist when they are on their life's journey. I am an interactive therapist who utilizes a strengths based and compassion focused approach with clients.
Haley Brandon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wakefield, MA 01880
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of various mental health concerns. I am interested in working with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues. I have worked in various mental health settings such as residential treatment programs, inpatient hospital units, a community outpatient clinic, a rape crisis center, and a substance use treatment program. In addition to my private practice, I work as a Clinical Team Manager at McLean Hospital’s Behavioral Health Partial Hospital Program.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of various mental health concerns. I am interested in working with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues. I have worked in various mental health settings such as residential treatment programs, inpatient hospital units, a community outpatient clinic, a rape crisis center, and a substance use treatment program. In addition to my private practice, I work as a Clinical Team Manager at McLean Hospital’s Behavioral Health Partial Hospital Program.
Veronica Ingrao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LADC, CCS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Wakefield, MA 01880 (Online Only)
Hate therapy? I get it. If you are missing out on a sense of peace or feel like you'll burst if something doesn't change soon, however, then it’s worth it to invest in yourself through therapy. Concerns I work with most are: men’s issues (i.e. intimacy), codependency, life transitions (i.e. college, divorce), anxiety, substance use disorders, self esteem/empowerment. No matter what your concern, I'm committed to not pathologizing people. You are not broken! I tailor sophisticated treatment modalities to your needs and pride myself in being present with you during our sessions.
Hate therapy? I get it. If you are missing out on a sense of peace or feel like you'll burst if something doesn't change soon, however, then it’s worth it to invest in yourself through therapy. Concerns I work with most are: men’s issues (i.e. intimacy), codependency, life transitions (i.e. college, divorce), anxiety, substance use disorders, self esteem/empowerment. No matter what your concern, I'm committed to not pathologizing people. You are not broken! I tailor sophisticated treatment modalities to your needs and pride myself in being present with you during our sessions.
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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.