LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Irvington, NJ
As an LGBTQ+-affirming therapist with 9+ years of experience, I provide the safe, understanding, nonjudgmental space needed to help you work through stress, worry, and overwhelm; while understanding the needs of the queer community including non-binary, transgender, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and people who have survived traumatic experiences.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or the overwhelm of trauma? Now might be the time to find a caring and open-minded therapist so you can get the help you need. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Mood disorders, Grief, and ADHD. Let's work together to create a plan that works for your unique needs.
As an LGBTQ+-affirming therapist with 9+ years of experience, I provide the safe, understanding, nonjudgmental space needed to help you work through stress, worry, and overwhelm; while understanding the needs of the queer community including non-binary, transgender, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and people who have survived traumatic experiences.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or the overwhelm of trauma? Now might be the time to find a caring and open-minded therapist so you can get the help you need. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Mood disorders, Grief, and ADHD. Let's work together to create a plan that works for your unique needs.
Nicole Purwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111 (Online Only)
I am additionally LGBTQIA+ affirming and welcome all.
Hi. My name is Nicole Purwin, and I’m an LCSW licensed in the state of NJ. I have over 20 years of experience working in mental health with a multitude of clientele and their loved ones. I am a graduate of both Fordham University and Rutgers University. In my practice and artistry, I strive to provide a therapeutic safe space where all clients truly feel seen, heard and non-judged. I integrate my style and treatment dependent upon each individual and their wants/needs.
I am additionally LGBTQIA+ affirming and welcome all.
Hi. My name is Nicole Purwin, and I’m an LCSW licensed in the state of NJ. I have over 20 years of experience working in mental health with a multitude of clientele and their loved ones. I am a graduate of both Fordham University and Rutgers University. In my practice and artistry, I strive to provide a therapeutic safe space where all clients truly feel seen, heard and non-judged. I integrate my style and treatment dependent upon each individual and their wants/needs.
Stephany Victoria Piermattei
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m an LCSW who graduated from Stockton University. In my work as the professional, I’ve worked with people dealing with depression, anxiety, disability, sexual trauma, domestic violence, other types of trauma OCD bipolar disorder eating disorders relationship problems I’ve also worked a lot with people from the LGBT community adjusting to anything from college to parenting to aging. I am always training and learning, new techniques and new ways of helping because every person is unique.
Hi, I’m an LCSW who graduated from Stockton University. In my work as the professional, I’ve worked with people dealing with depression, anxiety, disability, sexual trauma, domestic violence, other types of trauma OCD bipolar disorder eating disorders relationship problems I’ve also worked a lot with people from the LGBT community adjusting to anything from college to parenting to aging. I am always training and learning, new techniques and new ways of helping because every person is unique.
Toni Russo-Barrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111 (Online Only)
Maintains high standards of excellence, integrity, quality of care, and professionalism. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. We deliver superior quality mental health services matched with innovative strategies; By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques.
Maintains high standards of excellence, integrity, quality of care, and professionalism. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. We deliver superior quality mental health services matched with innovative strategies; By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques.
Kristin Despina Charalambidis
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111 (Online Only)
My name is Kristin Charalambidis. I’m a licensed professional counselor based in NJ and host of the mental health podcast Out is Through: Personal Experiences and Therapy Soundbites. I began my work in the field interning with non-residential domestic violence counseling clients at various stages of leaving their abusive relationships…which was exactly the baptism by fire it sounds like and remains one of my most rewarding, life-changing experiences to date as I remain passionate about helping people heal from trauma.
My name is Kristin Charalambidis. I’m a licensed professional counselor based in NJ and host of the mental health podcast Out is Through: Personal Experiences and Therapy Soundbites. I began my work in the field interning with non-residential domestic violence counseling clients at various stages of leaving their abusive relationships…which was exactly the baptism by fire it sounds like and remains one of my most rewarding, life-changing experiences to date as I remain passionate about helping people heal from trauma.
Ilona (Missy) Giordano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111 (Online Only)
I am a down to earth counselor whose style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and mindfulness therapy's. I am always open to more approaches if the direction is necessary. I am kind and pride myself on being open and honest with my clients. Connection and Understanding produce trust. As trust begins to happen, Validation can start to begin and then the changing/healing whatever process you need to go through can and will begin.
I am a down to earth counselor whose style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and mindfulness therapy's. I am always open to more approaches if the direction is necessary. I am kind and pride myself on being open and honest with my clients. Connection and Understanding produce trust. As trust begins to happen, Validation can start to begin and then the changing/healing whatever process you need to go through can and will begin.
The Bridge - Center for Wellbeing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111
Are you looking for a stigma-free and culturally sensitive environment where you can work on improving your mental health, heal, and grow? We are a nonprofit community-based organization providing accessible mental health care since 1971. Our amazing team of therapists now have openings in their schedule and are excited to meet you!
Are you looking for a stigma-free and culturally sensitive environment where you can work on improving your mental health, heal, and grow? We are a nonprofit community-based organization providing accessible mental health care since 1971. Our amazing team of therapists now have openings in their schedule and are excited to meet you!
I have been working as a Social worker/ Substance abuse Counselor for 24 years. My Primary focus is bipolar, depression , working with youth from 12 years old and older, family counseling, anxiety disorder substance abuse, anger management and couple counseling. I work with an APN who can provide medication monitoring.
I have been working as a Social worker/ Substance abuse Counselor for 24 years. My Primary focus is bipolar, depression , working with youth from 12 years old and older, family counseling, anxiety disorder substance abuse, anger management and couple counseling. I work with an APN who can provide medication monitoring.
I have been in practice for more than 25 years helping adults, adolescents, and children cope with stress-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. My approach involves helping my clients to better understand themselves and their patterns of interaction, so that they can develop greater self acceptance and more effective coping strategies. My style tends to be interactive as I try to provide a warm and caring approach to help you understand and work through the difficult issues in your life.
I have been in practice for more than 25 years helping adults, adolescents, and children cope with stress-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. My approach involves helping my clients to better understand themselves and their patterns of interaction, so that they can develop greater self acceptance and more effective coping strategies. My style tends to be interactive as I try to provide a warm and caring approach to help you understand and work through the difficult issues in your life.
Inner Image Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111
Carolyn Davis-Cottle, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW, is the founder and principal of Inner Image Counseling and Consulting Services. Inner Image provides discrete, comprehensive mental health services and coaching for individuals, couples, families and groups.
Carolyn Davis-Cottle, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW, is the founder and principal of Inner Image Counseling and Consulting Services. Inner Image provides discrete, comprehensive mental health services and coaching for individuals, couples, families and groups.
Clear Conscience Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, EdD, LPC, LCADC, CAMS-II, CCS
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111
Let's talk about it, and work together towards solutions.
Let's talk about it, and work together towards solutions.
Stephanie Anne Bourgeois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irvington, NJ 07111
I specialize in treating the following: children and adolescent issues, cutting and other self-harming behaviors, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders infertility, parenting concerns, women's issues, relationship issues -- conflict and anger management, self-esteem and assertiveness training, life transitions, loss/grief, addictions and co-dependency.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1997 and in private practice since 2012, I offer individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults and also provide couples and family therapy. I offer traditional therapy as well as alternative holistic/somatic treatments such as body psychotherapy, EMDR and sandtray therapy. My work is deeply informed by a holistic mind/body/spirit approach to healing and well-being.
I specialize in treating the following: children and adolescent issues, cutting and other self-harming behaviors, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders infertility, parenting concerns, women's issues, relationship issues -- conflict and anger management, self-esteem and assertiveness training, life transitions, loss/grief, addictions and co-dependency.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1997 and in private practice since 2012, I offer individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults and also provide couples and family therapy. I offer traditional therapy as well as alternative holistic/somatic treatments such as body psychotherapy, EMDR and sandtray therapy. My work is deeply informed by a holistic mind/body/spirit approach to healing and well-being.
Sharon Smith Kemper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111 (Online Only)
Let's embark on this transformative journey together.
Hello there! I am licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor (LCADC) based in New Jersey. I received my master of social work degree from Rutgers. I have been helping individuals navigate through stress, depression, grief, anxiety, and trauma to come out the other side stronger, healthier, and more resilient.
Let's embark on this transformative journey together.
Hello there! I am licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor (LCADC) based in New Jersey. I received my master of social work degree from Rutgers. I have been helping individuals navigate through stress, depression, grief, anxiety, and trauma to come out the other side stronger, healthier, and more resilient.
Kiara Sarner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111 (Online Only)
I value being both warm and empathetic, while taking a direct and honest approach in helping you step outside of your comfort zone.
I value being both warm and empathetic, while taking a direct and honest approach in helping you step outside of your comfort zone.
I offer guidance in your journey of rediscovering unconditional love for self and the world. I help you have compassion for challenging feelings by acknowledging how these feelings are separate from our inner spirit and thus don’t define our worth. It becomes easier to accept these feelings by also acknowledging that they have a purpose of self protection and therefore come from a place of love. Acceptance of feelings allows us to return to nurturing our bodies through somatic practices and reach a state of joy in the present moment for our blessings. I hope I can reignite the light already in you so it can shine brighter
I offer guidance in your journey of rediscovering unconditional love for self and the world. I help you have compassion for challenging feelings by acknowledging how these feelings are separate from our inner spirit and thus don’t define our worth. It becomes easier to accept these feelings by also acknowledging that they have a purpose of self protection and therefore come from a place of love. Acceptance of feelings allows us to return to nurturing our bodies through somatic practices and reach a state of joy in the present moment for our blessings. I hope I can reignite the light already in you so it can shine brighter
Crystal Roskell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111 (Online Only)
I believe in collaboration with clients not directives. My style is genuine and empathetic while being solution-focused. I am capable of using different treatment modalities; I realize that everyone's needs and preferences are different. Ultimately, I believe in empowering clients to help themselves. Perhaps you are struggling with serious challenges or, you may want to learn how to deal with difficult people or situations.
I believe in collaboration with clients not directives. My style is genuine and empathetic while being solution-focused. I am capable of using different treatment modalities; I realize that everyone's needs and preferences are different. Ultimately, I believe in empowering clients to help themselves. Perhaps you are struggling with serious challenges or, you may want to learn how to deal with difficult people or situations.
Laurie B Levine
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111
Not accepting new clients
People are generally healthy as they move naturally through time, changing to accommodate new roles and challenges. Individuals, couples, and families seek therapy when their ways of being and relating are no longer working or aren't adequately meeting their needs. My role, as therapist, is to help create a context in which clients can explore different perceptions and ways of relating that are more satisfying.
People are generally healthy as they move naturally through time, changing to accommodate new roles and challenges. Individuals, couples, and families seek therapy when their ways of being and relating are no longer working or aren't adequately meeting their needs. My role, as therapist, is to help create a context in which clients can explore different perceptions and ways of relating that are more satisfying.
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Andie San Gabriel
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newark, NJ 07102 (Online Only)
As a young queer Filipino, I believe that each aspect of an individual’s identity and their unique intersections shape how they feel and experience the world.
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, or struggling with issues related to your LGBTQ identity? Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of negative thoughts and emotions that seem impossible to break free from? If these questions resonate with you, I want you to know that you are not alone, and there is hope for a brighter tomorrow. My name is Andie and I am a therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ-related issues. I am here to help you navigate your unique journey towards emotional well-being and self-acceptance.
As a young queer Filipino, I believe that each aspect of an individual’s identity and their unique intersections shape how they feel and experience the world.
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, or struggling with issues related to your LGBTQ identity? Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of negative thoughts and emotions that seem impossible to break free from? If these questions resonate with you, I want you to know that you are not alone, and there is hope for a brighter tomorrow. My name is Andie and I am a therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ-related issues. I am here to help you navigate your unique journey towards emotional well-being and self-acceptance.
Dr. Eunice Avilés
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
I help facilitate the process of affirmation for transgender and gender non-binary individuals and provide support to their loved ones.
Are you struggling with the impact of discrimination? Are you experiencing sadness, anxiety, fear? Are you struggling with doubts about your sexuality or your gender identity? Are you struggling with sex addiction or problem gambling?
I help facilitate the process of affirmation for transgender and gender non-binary individuals and provide support to their loved ones.
Are you struggling with the impact of discrimination? Are you experiencing sadness, anxiety, fear? Are you struggling with doubts about your sexuality or your gender identity? Are you struggling with sex addiction or problem gambling?
Jaivonne W. Seary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newark, NJ 07103 (Online Only)
For queer, trans, and people of color, therapy has historically been stigmatized, mistrusting, or inaccessible. As a Latinx, Lesbian/ Queer Woman and Psychotherapist, I ensure an affordable, safe space, and lived experiences that can help ease some of those concerns and ensure my clients receive affirmative care. I provide virtual trauma-informed, clinical psychotherapy to adult QTPOC individuals, couples, and groups. Using an eclectic therapeutic approach, I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship issues, and trauma-related stress through my NJ-based practice Journey to Better.
For queer, trans, and people of color, therapy has historically been stigmatized, mistrusting, or inaccessible. As a Latinx, Lesbian/ Queer Woman and Psychotherapist, I ensure an affordable, safe space, and lived experiences that can help ease some of those concerns and ensure my clients receive affirmative care. I provide virtual trauma-informed, clinical psychotherapy to adult QTPOC individuals, couples, and groups. Using an eclectic therapeutic approach, I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship issues, and trauma-related stress through my NJ-based practice Journey to Better.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
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.