LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Saint Louis, MO
Megan MacKenzie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63108
Drawing primarily from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), modern psychodynamic theory, and intersectional queer theory, I provide a validating and non-judgmental space for people to explore how past experiences have shaped current beliefs and patterns.
As a relationship, sex, and gender therapist, I help couples, relationships, and individuals explore explore identities, experience greater pleasure and intimacy, and recalibrate toward more authentic, compassionate, and courageous lives. I am passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ folks in exploring and healing from the negative impacts of internalized homophobia and transphobia as they often manifest in shame, guilt, and low self-esteem.
Drawing primarily from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), modern psychodynamic theory, and intersectional queer theory, I provide a validating and non-judgmental space for people to explore how past experiences have shaped current beliefs and patterns.
As a relationship, sex, and gender therapist, I help couples, relationships, and individuals explore explore identities, experience greater pleasure and intimacy, and recalibrate toward more authentic, compassionate, and courageous lives. I am passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ folks in exploring and healing from the negative impacts of internalized homophobia and transphobia as they often manifest in shame, guilt, and low self-esteem.
Rae Larson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63118 (Online Only)
As a queer, trans, and neurodivergent human, I know this struggle, because it has been my struggle.
Are you transgender, queer, or questioning? Normative, cisgender, heterosexual society got you down? Have you intellectualized your internal struggle, understanding the 'why' and 'what,' but still not experiencing the forward motion you need?
As a queer, trans, and neurodivergent human, I know this struggle, because it has been my struggle.
Are you transgender, queer, or questioning? Normative, cisgender, heterosexual society got you down? Have you intellectualized your internal struggle, understanding the 'why' and 'what,' but still not experiencing the forward motion you need?
Moira Potter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63116 (Online Only)
My areas of interest includes teens, young adults, the LGBTQ community, healthy relationships, DBT, & weekly talk therapy.
Do you want to understand yourself & your relationships better? Are you interested in personalized coping skills to improve your life? Do you feel chronically disempowered from society & need an open, supportive space to express yourself? If so, lets talk!
My areas of interest includes teens, young adults, the LGBTQ community, healthy relationships, DBT, & weekly talk therapy.
Do you want to understand yourself & your relationships better? Are you interested in personalized coping skills to improve your life? Do you feel chronically disempowered from society & need an open, supportive space to express yourself? If so, lets talk!
I invite everyone to share the counseling space with me, but I have experience working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and OCD. I enjoy working with people who are looking to create a change in their life or those who are seeking to explore themselves. Additionally, I seek to make my space a comfortable one for those are LGBTQIA+ and love working with clients on topics related to their gender or sexuality.
I invite everyone to share the counseling space with me, but I have experience working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and OCD. I enjoy working with people who are looking to create a change in their life or those who are seeking to explore themselves. Additionally, I seek to make my space a comfortable one for those are LGBTQIA+ and love working with clients on topics related to their gender or sexuality.
Mason Alexander Kinghorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63116 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, feeling disconnected from others, or the way your life has been impacted by trauma? Are you searching for happiness or meaning in your relationships, your work, or in life in general? If any of this resonates with you, I may have the type of professional experience that would be helpful to you. I work with adults providing virtual therapy. I have additional experience with anger management, life transitions, LGBTQIA+ related issues, and low self-esteem. I am proud to provide gender-affirming care to clients.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, feeling disconnected from others, or the way your life has been impacted by trauma? Are you searching for happiness or meaning in your relationships, your work, or in life in general? If any of this resonates with you, I may have the type of professional experience that would be helpful to you. I work with adults providing virtual therapy. I have additional experience with anger management, life transitions, LGBTQIA+ related issues, and low self-esteem. I am proud to provide gender-affirming care to clients.
Chris Scarberry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63109
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ clients but I work with many heterosexual and cisgender clients as well.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of experience working both as a therapist with individuals and couples and doing community-based crisis intervention. I help clients to maximize their potential by focusing upon their strengths and past successes. I believe that therapy is a cooperative endeavor to help the client in discovering his/her/their own abilities and coping strategies. I throughly enjoy to support clients through trying situations and to help them to process grief. I speak at conferences on HIV/AIDS, work with LGBTQIA+ clients, and other topics. I served on the HIV service funding Planning Council.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ clients but I work with many heterosexual and cisgender clients as well.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of experience working both as a therapist with individuals and couples and doing community-based crisis intervention. I help clients to maximize their potential by focusing upon their strengths and past successes. I believe that therapy is a cooperative endeavor to help the client in discovering his/her/their own abilities and coping strategies. I throughly enjoy to support clients through trying situations and to help them to process grief. I speak at conferences on HIV/AIDS, work with LGBTQIA+ clients, and other topics. I served on the HIV service funding Planning Council.
Are you looking to make a change but keep getting stuck in old, unsatisfying patterns? Is there a life transition (for example, opening up a relationship or a later-in-life coming out) you're having trouble with? I'm a queer therapist passionate about working with people who want support in navigating life's complexities. Together, in a non-judgmental space, we will find approaches that work to repair attachment wounds, address past traumas, and get curious about limiting beliefs so you can live a more expansive and authentic life.
Are you looking to make a change but keep getting stuck in old, unsatisfying patterns? Is there a life transition (for example, opening up a relationship or a later-in-life coming out) you're having trouble with? I'm a queer therapist passionate about working with people who want support in navigating life's complexities. Together, in a non-judgmental space, we will find approaches that work to repair attachment wounds, address past traumas, and get curious about limiting beliefs so you can live a more expansive and authentic life.
Thank you for being here! My practice focuses on helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, religious trauma, and grief. I work with adults, with a particular emphasis on the LGBTQ+ community, young adults, and the aging population.
Thank you for being here! My practice focuses on helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, religious trauma, and grief. I work with adults, with a particular emphasis on the LGBTQ+ community, young adults, and the aging population.
Genevieve Friedmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63109
My practice is LGBTQ+ celebratory and welcoming of all identities and expressions.
You face unique challenges and feel alone in sorting through all life throws at you. Constant demands pull you in every direction, leaving you feeling inadequate; as if you’ve lost you own voice and vision for what you want out of your relationships, life, and future. Maybe it feels like a struggle to make a meaningful connection, a decision, or time to focus on your own well-being. You’re left feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. You want your relationships to be a place for support and understanding. You want to have balance, peace and stability.
My practice is LGBTQ+ celebratory and welcoming of all identities and expressions.
You face unique challenges and feel alone in sorting through all life throws at you. Constant demands pull you in every direction, leaving you feeling inadequate; as if you’ve lost you own voice and vision for what you want out of your relationships, life, and future. Maybe it feels like a struggle to make a meaningful connection, a decision, or time to focus on your own well-being. You’re left feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. You want your relationships to be a place for support and understanding. You want to have balance, peace and stability.
L. Charlie Janski-Ogunfidodo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63118 (Online Only)
During my career, I have worked with both individual and group settings, including adults with people living with HIV, veterans, incarcerated people and transgender/gender variant individuals. These populations included people with depression, bi-polar disorder, personality disorders, anxiety, PTSD and depression. I co-facilitated a group for trans youth and co-coordinated it for 6 years. As a proud bisexual, trans man, I love to work with my LGBT communities. I celebrate kinky and poly people. I strive to be an imperfect ally to non-binary trans people and people of color. I take private pay/in person through findingnormalstl.com
During my career, I have worked with both individual and group settings, including adults with people living with HIV, veterans, incarcerated people and transgender/gender variant individuals. These populations included people with depression, bi-polar disorder, personality disorders, anxiety, PTSD and depression. I co-facilitated a group for trans youth and co-coordinated it for 6 years. As a proud bisexual, trans man, I love to work with my LGBT communities. I celebrate kinky and poly people. I strive to be an imperfect ally to non-binary trans people and people of color. I take private pay/in person through findingnormalstl.com
Tonya Hutchinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63108 (Online Only)
Therapy is a partnership between the client and the therapist, and I feel honored when I am allowed to walk the path towards hope, empowerment and healing with another individual. You deserve someone who sees you, and will listen with an empathetic and non-judgmental ear. Life itself can be a struggle at times, and part of my role is to help you to recognize your strengths and assist you with concrete tools. For Black and Brown folks, as well as the LGBTQIA community, the stress can be overwhelming. It is ok, and at times necessary, to have that safe place, and safe person to hear you out. You are worth it!
Therapy is a partnership between the client and the therapist, and I feel honored when I am allowed to walk the path towards hope, empowerment and healing with another individual. You deserve someone who sees you, and will listen with an empathetic and non-judgmental ear. Life itself can be a struggle at times, and part of my role is to help you to recognize your strengths and assist you with concrete tools. For Black and Brown folks, as well as the LGBTQIA community, the stress can be overwhelming. It is ok, and at times necessary, to have that safe place, and safe person to hear you out. You are worth it!
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We might be a good fit if you’re feeling stuck or as if you’re going through the motions, feeling anxious or depressed about everyday life, identify as LGBTQ+ and want support in your identity or relationships, or if you’re ready to start healing from past trauma.
Showing up as your authentic self in the world can be scary. Will I be accepted? Why am I the way that I am? What are these feelings I’m experiencing, and can I trust them? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore and process all of these questions and more.
We might be a good fit if you’re feeling stuck or as if you’re going through the motions, feeling anxious or depressed about everyday life, identify as LGBTQ+ and want support in your identity or relationships, or if you’re ready to start healing from past trauma.
Showing up as your authentic self in the world can be scary. Will I be accepted? Why am I the way that I am? What are these feelings I’m experiencing, and can I trust them? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore and process all of these questions and more.
I offer queer-affirming trauma-informed care to people of all races, religions, and sexual and gender identity.
It is my goal as a therapist to foster an empathetic and collaborative space that encourages self-awareness, self-advocacy, and self-acceptance for adults of all identities. I use a holistic queer-affirming approach that uses unique exercises tailored to my client’s strengths. I am passionate about helping my clients set boundaries, build confidence, and explore new perspectives. I am a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Missouri St. Louis.
I offer queer-affirming trauma-informed care to people of all races, religions, and sexual and gender identity.
It is my goal as a therapist to foster an empathetic and collaborative space that encourages self-awareness, self-advocacy, and self-acceptance for adults of all identities. I use a holistic queer-affirming approach that uses unique exercises tailored to my client’s strengths. I am passionate about helping my clients set boundaries, build confidence, and explore new perspectives. I am a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Missouri St. Louis.
Sophie Pellegrini
MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63118 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a queer, neurodivergent therapist who is passionate about supporting clients as they uncover and connect with their most authentic, grounded selves. I specialize in working with queer, trans, and non-binary folks, with a focus on sexuality/asexuality, gender, neurodivergence, consensual non-monogamy, and trauma. My clients are often exploring emergent identities, unpacking relational patterns, learning to unmask, and seeking a greater sense of belonging. Our work together will likely be less focused on coping skills or quick solutions, but instead involve deep reflection, processing, and relationship building.
I am a queer, neurodivergent therapist who is passionate about supporting clients as they uncover and connect with their most authentic, grounded selves. I specialize in working with queer, trans, and non-binary folks, with a focus on sexuality/asexuality, gender, neurodivergence, consensual non-monogamy, and trauma. My clients are often exploring emergent identities, unpacking relational patterns, learning to unmask, and seeking a greater sense of belonging. Our work together will likely be less focused on coping skills or quick solutions, but instead involve deep reflection, processing, and relationship building.
He believes in diversity, inclusion, and the inherent dignity of all persons including those in the LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities.
Fred Hudson is a Licensed Professional Counselor Missouri and National Certified Counselor who has been practicing since 2007. He graduated from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri with a Master of Arts degree in Counseling.
He believes in diversity, inclusion, and the inherent dignity of all persons including those in the LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities.
Fred Hudson is a Licensed Professional Counselor Missouri and National Certified Counselor who has been practicing since 2007. He graduated from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri with a Master of Arts degree in Counseling.
Eva Sedjo is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri who has been practicing since 2021. She has an MA in Art Therapy Counseling. Eva provides art therapy and talk therapy services to a variety of populations and target areas, including eating disorder treatment, LGBTQIA+ folks, and youth/young adult services. She brings a curious and playful attitude as well as the clinical skill sets to support behavior change and explore the psychological facilitating factors to the presenting problems.
Eva Sedjo is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri who has been practicing since 2021. She has an MA in Art Therapy Counseling. Eva provides art therapy and talk therapy services to a variety of populations and target areas, including eating disorder treatment, LGBTQIA+ folks, and youth/young adult services. She brings a curious and playful attitude as well as the clinical skill sets to support behavior change and explore the psychological facilitating factors to the presenting problems.
Dr. Sarah E. Bollinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63109 (Online Only)
My hope is that our work together can reignite those things that bring you the most joy and life. Often this process involves working through the impact of loss, pain, or trauma in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. I work extensively with artists, musicians, womxn and queer folx, and much of my experience centers around religious trauma and spiritual wounding. My work is informed by humanistic and existential perspectives of psychotherapy, and I often incorporate the use of mindfulness techniques. I am also trained in a number of evidence-based clinical treatments including IFS, ACT, and EMDR.
My hope is that our work together can reignite those things that bring you the most joy and life. Often this process involves working through the impact of loss, pain, or trauma in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. I work extensively with artists, musicians, womxn and queer folx, and much of my experience centers around religious trauma and spiritual wounding. My work is informed by humanistic and existential perspectives of psychotherapy, and I often incorporate the use of mindfulness techniques. I am also trained in a number of evidence-based clinical treatments including IFS, ACT, and EMDR.
Jer Case
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63101 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Seeking mental health support in these challenging times? Look no further! Jer is a Native, inclusive, queer, gender-non-conforming, ND, and spiritually-minded therapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults. Jer has experience treating symptoms of depression, anxiety, ADHD/Autism, trauma, difficulties with sleep, stress, spirituality/religion, and some other areas of concern as well. Jer is licensed in Oklahoma and Missouri and is a LGBTQ+/ Trans/Poly/ENM-Affirming Therapist. Looking for a provider with a queer and BIPOC perspective, then send me an email! :)
Seeking mental health support in these challenging times? Look no further! Jer is a Native, inclusive, queer, gender-non-conforming, ND, and spiritually-minded therapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults. Jer has experience treating symptoms of depression, anxiety, ADHD/Autism, trauma, difficulties with sleep, stress, spirituality/religion, and some other areas of concern as well. Jer is licensed in Oklahoma and Missouri and is a LGBTQ+/ Trans/Poly/ENM-Affirming Therapist. Looking for a provider with a queer and BIPOC perspective, then send me an email! :)
Ilia (Eye-Lee-Uh) Silverman Esrig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63118
Waitlist for new clients
I frequently work with the LGBTQIA+ community and am glad to provide letters of support for gender-affirming care.
Examining and shifting age-old patterns can be overwhelming to do alone. I offer folks a compassionate and non-judgmental space to begin this journey in. I support individuals to cultivate joy, ease, and meaning in their lives, even when doing so feels impossible. This might include strengthening executive functioning, exploring gender or sexual identity, processing trauma, or learning self-validation in an often invalidating world. Together, we'll identify effective ways to move through life's most difficult moments - the past can't be changed, but we can shift how it influences our present and future.
I frequently work with the LGBTQIA+ community and am glad to provide letters of support for gender-affirming care.
Examining and shifting age-old patterns can be overwhelming to do alone. I offer folks a compassionate and non-judgmental space to begin this journey in. I support individuals to cultivate joy, ease, and meaning in their lives, even when doing so feels impossible. This might include strengthening executive functioning, exploring gender or sexual identity, processing trauma, or learning self-validation in an often invalidating world. Together, we'll identify effective ways to move through life's most difficult moments - the past can't be changed, but we can shift how it influences our present and future.
Maia Nagle Abeles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63112
I specialize in OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, disordered eating, stress, relationship issues, and more. I am also passionate about helping parents understand and interpret their children’s and teens' behavior. I use CBT, Exposure and Response Prevention, DBT skills, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in my practice and tailor my approach to individual client wants and needs. I identify as a queer, Jewish therapist and my practice is a safe space for LGBTQIA+ folks, those in non-monogamous relationships, and those who want to explore gender and sexual identity.
I specialize in OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, disordered eating, stress, relationship issues, and more. I am also passionate about helping parents understand and interpret their children’s and teens' behavior. I use CBT, Exposure and Response Prevention, DBT skills, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in my practice and tailor my approach to individual client wants and needs. I identify as a queer, Jewish therapist and my practice is a safe space for LGBTQIA+ folks, those in non-monogamous relationships, and those who want to explore gender and sexual identity.
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