LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
Caitlin Morrison
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11249
Although Caitlin works with folks who have a variety of presenting concerns and backgrounds, she has a specific interest in working with individuals, couples, and people in partnerships who are identified as part of the LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, and kink communities.
Relationships are hard, conflict is normal, and seeking couples therapy does not mean your relationship is broken. Just like there’s no singular “right way” to be a human, there is no single “right way” to be in a relationship. Decades of romantic comedy films and fairy tales with people who “lived happily ever after” are, quite literally, fiction. Whether you’re seeking individual or couples therapy, Caitlin believes that meaningful change tends to occur when people can shed societal expectations of what they “should” be, in favor of embracing who they are.
Although Caitlin works with folks who have a variety of presenting concerns and backgrounds, she has a specific interest in working with individuals, couples, and people in partnerships who are identified as part of the LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, and kink communities.
Relationships are hard, conflict is normal, and seeking couples therapy does not mean your relationship is broken. Just like there’s no singular “right way” to be a human, there is no single “right way” to be in a relationship. Decades of romantic comedy films and fairy tales with people who “lived happily ever after” are, quite literally, fiction. Whether you’re seeking individual or couples therapy, Caitlin believes that meaningful change tends to occur when people can shed societal expectations of what they “should” be, in favor of embracing who they are.
James Ramseur III
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11216 (Online Only)
I specialize in issues relating to gender and sexuality, including affirming LGBTQIA+ identity, kink/BDSM, and polyamory/ENM.
As a therapist I firmly believe that transformative growth and liberation depend on first developing a trusting relationship. My individual clients are looking for space to discuss anxiety, pressures from work and family, and daily stressors with someone who recognizes the connections to social identity. When working in relationships—whether romantic, sexual, familial—my clients value the safety to each express their needs and better understand one another.
I specialize in issues relating to gender and sexuality, including affirming LGBTQIA+ identity, kink/BDSM, and polyamory/ENM.
As a therapist I firmly believe that transformative growth and liberation depend on first developing a trusting relationship. My individual clients are looking for space to discuss anxiety, pressures from work and family, and daily stressors with someone who recognizes the connections to social identity. When working in relationships—whether romantic, sexual, familial—my clients value the safety to each express their needs and better understand one another.
There are a million things that make you the person you are, and finding a therapist who sees and understands your dimensions can feel like an altogether daunting task. I meet every one of my clients on an individual level with warmth, openness, and respect. I work to cultivate a space where anybody can come as they are, with a specific focus on the LGBTQIA+ community.
There are a million things that make you the person you are, and finding a therapist who sees and understands your dimensions can feel like an altogether daunting task. I meet every one of my clients on an individual level with warmth, openness, and respect. I work to cultivate a space where anybody can come as they are, with a specific focus on the LGBTQIA+ community.
Ashley Barad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11234 (Online Only)
I truly believe in the healing that results from having a trusting, non-judgmental environment for processing emotions. Through our work together, I will help you access compassion for yourself as you face life’s challenges. My practice is consent-oriented and trauma-informed, which will guide the content and pace of sessions. I am LGBTQIA+ and non-monogamy affirming, and have experience in helping individuals through the coming out process. I have also supported transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming adults in navigating transition.
I truly believe in the healing that results from having a trusting, non-judgmental environment for processing emotions. Through our work together, I will help you access compassion for yourself as you face life’s challenges. My practice is consent-oriented and trauma-informed, which will guide the content and pace of sessions. I am LGBTQIA+ and non-monogamy affirming, and have experience in helping individuals through the coming out process. I have also supported transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming adults in navigating transition.
Alyssa Pravato
Pre-Licensed Professional, CAT-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222 (Online Only)
Welcome to therapy and congratulations on taking this first step towards your mental health and well-being! I currently have extensive experience working with LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults, providing them with a safe and supportive space for those navigating the complexities of identity, life transitions, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and/or self-harm. I'm committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment where clients feel understood and valued, enabling authentic self-expression and effective problem-solving.
Welcome to therapy and congratulations on taking this first step towards your mental health and well-being! I currently have extensive experience working with LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults, providing them with a safe and supportive space for those navigating the complexities of identity, life transitions, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and/or self-harm. I'm committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment where clients feel understood and valued, enabling authentic self-expression and effective problem-solving.
I hold specializations in group, family and couples therapy as well as a cerification in the unique patterns established in gay.
Change is inevitable but the passageway to it is difficult to navigate alone. Psychotherapy is a collaborative effort between client and therapist to aid in that journey. This is achieved through a careful look at the ingredients in life that have resulted in a unique recipe for self-structure and patterning in each person. To change the recipe is to recalculate it's components, gradually sifting out past patterns that have led to disappointment or loss and replace them with others that lead to personal fulfillment. These patterns manifest themselves in work, personal and parenting concerns.
I hold specializations in group, family and couples therapy as well as a cerification in the unique patterns established in gay.
Change is inevitable but the passageway to it is difficult to navigate alone. Psychotherapy is a collaborative effort between client and therapist to aid in that journey. This is achieved through a careful look at the ingredients in life that have resulted in a unique recipe for self-structure and patterning in each person. To change the recipe is to recalculate it's components, gradually sifting out past patterns that have led to disappointment or loss and replace them with others that lead to personal fulfillment. These patterns manifest themselves in work, personal and parenting concerns.
I have specialized training and expertise in working with: gender, sexuality, poly/non-monogamy, kink, complex trauma, self-esteem, relationships, relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, queer and trans youth, coming out and issues related to biculturalism, bilingualism, acculturation, and trauma and loss related to migration.
Collaborative by nature, I aim to provide a caring and safe space where you feel validated, valued, and are open to explore new parts of yourself. My understanding of personal change and growth is grounded in both psychodynamic and systems theories. Together, we focus on how some of your early history may inform your present challenges while also acknowledging the impact of the familial, institutional, and cultural systems in which you live. In addition, I believe that a consistent sense of curiosity and authentic presence with you, where multiple meanings can be explored, is paramount to growth-promoting and healing therapy.
I have specialized training and expertise in working with: gender, sexuality, poly/non-monogamy, kink, complex trauma, self-esteem, relationships, relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, queer and trans youth, coming out and issues related to biculturalism, bilingualism, acculturation, and trauma and loss related to migration.
Collaborative by nature, I aim to provide a caring and safe space where you feel validated, valued, and are open to explore new parts of yourself. My understanding of personal change and growth is grounded in both psychodynamic and systems theories. Together, we focus on how some of your early history may inform your present challenges while also acknowledging the impact of the familial, institutional, and cultural systems in which you live. In addition, I believe that a consistent sense of curiosity and authentic presence with you, where multiple meanings can be explored, is paramount to growth-promoting and healing therapy.
As a creative arts therapist, I am deeply passionate about using art as a powerful tool for healing and transformation. My experience spans a diverse range of clients, from those dealing with trauma, LGBTQ+ identity, struggles with anxiety, depression, addictions, suicidal thoughts, non-monogamous relationships, relational challenges, and a variety of other concerns. I believe that art therapy can help people access their emotions, process difficult experiences, and develop coping skills, all while providing a safe and supportive environment for self-expression and creative exploration. No art-making or art experience required.
As a creative arts therapist, I am deeply passionate about using art as a powerful tool for healing and transformation. My experience spans a diverse range of clients, from those dealing with trauma, LGBTQ+ identity, struggles with anxiety, depression, addictions, suicidal thoughts, non-monogamous relationships, relational challenges, and a variety of other concerns. I believe that art therapy can help people access their emotions, process difficult experiences, and develop coping skills, all while providing a safe and supportive environment for self-expression and creative exploration. No art-making or art experience required.
We are a psychotherapy practice located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, offering virtual and in-person sessions. We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, group therapy, and psychedelic integration. We specialize in serving the LGBTQIA+ community, and we are also an excellent match for those who subscribe to non-traditional lifestyles. However you identify, we strive to truly know you as an individual - your values, beliefs, and outlook on life - while also maintaining an appreciation for overarching human needs, such as the desire for connection with others and the longing to feel understood.
We are a psychotherapy practice located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, offering virtual and in-person sessions. We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, group therapy, and psychedelic integration. We specialize in serving the LGBTQIA+ community, and we are also an excellent match for those who subscribe to non-traditional lifestyles. However you identify, we strive to truly know you as an individual - your values, beliefs, and outlook on life - while also maintaining an appreciation for overarching human needs, such as the desire for connection with others and the longing to feel understood.
I identify as Southern and queer.
My specialty is holding space for those within the LGBTQIA+ communities. My goal is to provide gender-affirming, culturally humble, and trauma-informed care to all my clients. My clients and I work together to explore their depression, anxiety, interpersonal communication, religious trauma, and chronic illnesses like HIV.
I identify as Southern and queer.
My specialty is holding space for those within the LGBTQIA+ communities. My goal is to provide gender-affirming, culturally humble, and trauma-informed care to all my clients. My clients and I work together to explore their depression, anxiety, interpersonal communication, religious trauma, and chronic illnesses like HIV.
I often work with clients who are LGBTQIA+ identified and/or ethically non-monogamous.
I offer my clients a nonjudgmental space where they can explore their feelings, learn more about themselves, and continue to grow. Life can often be challenging, and I like to help others feel confident in their ability to get through those tough times. I have training in cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and psychodynamic therapy. Every person is unique, and I collaborate with each client to develop a plan that is tailored to them.
I often work with clients who are LGBTQIA+ identified and/or ethically non-monogamous.
I offer my clients a nonjudgmental space where they can explore their feelings, learn more about themselves, and continue to grow. Life can often be challenging, and I like to help others feel confident in their ability to get through those tough times. I have training in cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and psychodynamic therapy. Every person is unique, and I collaborate with each client to develop a plan that is tailored to them.
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My practice centers the needs of Queer and Trans folks.
I am here and ready to move through this with you. Whether you are in transition, longing for peace of mind & body, suffering, stuck, overwhelmed, navigating a relationship, transforming, growing or just maintaining; I will meet you there. Together we will lean in toward a deeper understanding of you. Using an embodied relational approach we will tend to you as a whole person and build skills that support fulfillment and greater clarity around your needs, and how to meet them.
My practice centers the needs of Queer and Trans folks.
I am here and ready to move through this with you. Whether you are in transition, longing for peace of mind & body, suffering, stuck, overwhelmed, navigating a relationship, transforming, growing or just maintaining; I will meet you there. Together we will lean in toward a deeper understanding of you. Using an embodied relational approach we will tend to you as a whole person and build skills that support fulfillment and greater clarity around your needs, and how to meet them.
Taking care of our mental health in a world that often does not give us the time or resources to do so is beyond overwhelming. This is especially true for individuals that hold identities that are marginalized by society. If you are looking for a safe space to explore your identity, develop a healthier sense of self, build healthier relationships and heal from past trauma, you are in the right place! I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ teens and adults as well as individuals living with Borderline Personality Disorder, a community often stigmatized even in the mental health community.
Taking care of our mental health in a world that often does not give us the time or resources to do so is beyond overwhelming. This is especially true for individuals that hold identities that are marginalized by society. If you are looking for a safe space to explore your identity, develop a healthier sense of self, build healthier relationships and heal from past trauma, you are in the right place! I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ teens and adults as well as individuals living with Borderline Personality Disorder, a community often stigmatized even in the mental health community.
Emily Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11215 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with several LGBTQ+ organizations, and volunteered with crisis intervention organizations.
Hi there! I work with a diverse population of individuals, couples, and folx in various "non-traditional" relationships who are facing self-esteem problems, gender identity, LGBTQ+ concerns, trauma, grief, body-image issues, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. As a fat, neurodiverse, and queer therapist, I know the importance of speaking with someone who is informed about your unique experiences and to feel connected to your therapist in a relational way, whether gay, big-bodied, or neurodiverse"
I have worked with several LGBTQ+ organizations, and volunteered with crisis intervention organizations.
Hi there! I work with a diverse population of individuals, couples, and folx in various "non-traditional" relationships who are facing self-esteem problems, gender identity, LGBTQ+ concerns, trauma, grief, body-image issues, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. As a fat, neurodiverse, and queer therapist, I know the importance of speaking with someone who is informed about your unique experiences and to feel connected to your therapist in a relational way, whether gay, big-bodied, or neurodiverse"
Expansive Therapy is a 100% LGBTQ+ owned and focused therapy practice. We wanted to go beyond checking a box for queer affirming therapy to creating a practice that was committed to the community, where queer people could bring their whole selves into therapy. Queer theory asks that we look at the world in a new way, not through a heteronormative lens, but from each individual perspective which is unique and perfect. We are passionate about understanding the unique challenges of our community and helping our queer clients to heal.
Expansive Therapy is a 100% LGBTQ+ owned and focused therapy practice. We wanted to go beyond checking a box for queer affirming therapy to creating a practice that was committed to the community, where queer people could bring their whole selves into therapy. Queer theory asks that we look at the world in a new way, not through a heteronormative lens, but from each individual perspective which is unique and perfect. We are passionate about understanding the unique challenges of our community and helping our queer clients to heal.
I work with creative thinkers and queer adults to restore trust in your instincts so that you can make choices that are aligned with your values. We are born the innate ability to heal and a strong capacity for connection, pleasure, and creativity. Many symptoms that torment us (depression, rage, panic, anxiety, shame, obsession) feel unbearable, especially when the world feels unsafe or when we feel isolated, so we leave our bodies to be taken over by the symptoms. Therapy is an incubator for restoring these capacities, returning to our bodies, reconnecting with other people, and creating a life worth living.
I work with creative thinkers and queer adults to restore trust in your instincts so that you can make choices that are aligned with your values. We are born the innate ability to heal and a strong capacity for connection, pleasure, and creativity. Many symptoms that torment us (depression, rage, panic, anxiety, shame, obsession) feel unbearable, especially when the world feels unsafe or when we feel isolated, so we leave our bodies to be taken over by the symptoms. Therapy is an incubator for restoring these capacities, returning to our bodies, reconnecting with other people, and creating a life worth living.
I’m particularly sensitive to the needs and experiences of BIPOC, LGBTQIA, and gender-diverse individuals.
Whatever you or your child are currently struggling with: interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, an existential or spiritual crisis, or simply work or school stress, I’m here to meet you where you’re at with compassion, patience, gentleness, and zero judgment as we collaborate on your therapeutic goals. My practice is primarily psychodynamic, while incorporating elements of cognitive and behavioral therapies as needed to assist in restructuring self-defeating patterns. An emphasis on the value of cultivating self awareness and compassion for self and others is at the core of my philosophy.
I’m particularly sensitive to the needs and experiences of BIPOC, LGBTQIA, and gender-diverse individuals.
Whatever you or your child are currently struggling with: interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, an existential or spiritual crisis, or simply work or school stress, I’m here to meet you where you’re at with compassion, patience, gentleness, and zero judgment as we collaborate on your therapeutic goals. My practice is primarily psychodynamic, while incorporating elements of cognitive and behavioral therapies as needed to assist in restructuring self-defeating patterns. An emphasis on the value of cultivating self awareness and compassion for self and others is at the core of my philosophy.
Hi! I'm Charlene, and I'll keep this nice and short for you since I also know what it's like to be scrolling through psychtoday on the hunt for a new therapist but overwhelmed by your options. In not so many words, I'm a French-Moroccan licensed mental health counselor specialized in LGBTQ+ health and wellness. I am trained and experienced in the Harm Reduction Psychotherapy to also help clients with any substance use/misuse/and/or abuse reach their goals. Using a person-centered approach I am here to help you reach your goals and thrive in your day to day life.
Hi! I'm Charlene, and I'll keep this nice and short for you since I also know what it's like to be scrolling through psychtoday on the hunt for a new therapist but overwhelmed by your options. In not so many words, I'm a French-Moroccan licensed mental health counselor specialized in LGBTQ+ health and wellness. I am trained and experienced in the Harm Reduction Psychotherapy to also help clients with any substance use/misuse/and/or abuse reach their goals. Using a person-centered approach I am here to help you reach your goals and thrive in your day to day life.
I work with young adults and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, issues related to drugs or alcohol, and those recovering and healing from trauma. I have supported individuals in exploring their gender and sexuality and embrace non-binary, trans, and queer identities. I also specialize in perinatal, postpartum, and parental mental health. Many of my clients are mental health care providers themselves, who need clinical supervision or emotional support. My approach supports exploration of both the roots of emotions, behaviors, and patterns, while also talking about the here and now.
I work with young adults and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, issues related to drugs or alcohol, and those recovering and healing from trauma. I have supported individuals in exploring their gender and sexuality and embrace non-binary, trans, and queer identities. I also specialize in perinatal, postpartum, and parental mental health. Many of my clients are mental health care providers themselves, who need clinical supervision or emotional support. My approach supports exploration of both the roots of emotions, behaviors, and patterns, while also talking about the here and now.
I have received certifications in Trauma-Focused CBT, Assertive Community Treatment, Motivational Interviewing, and Complicated Grief Therapy, as well as in CPI's OCD, Eating Disorders, and LGBTQ+ curricula.
I have had a lifelong passion for sexual health and believe it can be an integral part of our well-being. I hope to help people surmount any obstacles to engaging in the sex they want to have, whether that be due to anxiety or depression, body image or self-esteem issues, challenges with relationships or desire, questions of identity, or sexual difficulties after trauma or STI diagnosis. My goal is to help clients overcome the taboo of talking about sex and sexuality, to free themselves from the sexual shame and stigma that is inherent in our society, and to aid people in finding pleasure in themselves, their bodies, and each other.
I have received certifications in Trauma-Focused CBT, Assertive Community Treatment, Motivational Interviewing, and Complicated Grief Therapy, as well as in CPI's OCD, Eating Disorders, and LGBTQ+ curricula.
I have had a lifelong passion for sexual health and believe it can be an integral part of our well-being. I hope to help people surmount any obstacles to engaging in the sex they want to have, whether that be due to anxiety or depression, body image or self-esteem issues, challenges with relationships or desire, questions of identity, or sexual difficulties after trauma or STI diagnosis. My goal is to help clients overcome the taboo of talking about sex and sexuality, to free themselves from the sexual shame and stigma that is inherent in our society, and to aid people in finding pleasure in themselves, their bodies, and each other.
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