LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Ravenna, OH
My professional journey has been shaped by a commitment to providing compassionate support and understanding to individuals on their path to mental well-being. Within the realm of counseling, I specialize in various areas, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), LGBTQIA+ affirmative counseling, ADHD, substance abuse, personality disorders, grief, chronic illness, pregnancy, prenatal and postpartum care, sleep/insomnia management, trauma, and PTSD.
My professional journey has been shaped by a commitment to providing compassionate support and understanding to individuals on their path to mental well-being. Within the realm of counseling, I specialize in various areas, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), LGBTQIA+ affirmative counseling, ADHD, substance abuse, personality disorders, grief, chronic illness, pregnancy, prenatal and postpartum care, sleep/insomnia management, trauma, and PTSD.
I am deeply committed to creating a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment for all my clients. My practice is grounded in a person-centered and solution-focused approach, enabling me to effectively coordinate care and facilitate meaningful change for individuals of all ages.
I am deeply committed to creating a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment for all my clients. My practice is grounded in a person-centered and solution-focused approach, enabling me to effectively coordinate care and facilitate meaningful change for individuals of all ages.
Derek Stegner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , LPCC
Verified Verified
Ravenna, OH 44266 (Online Only)
I have many years of experience working with early childhood trauma and severe, persistent mental illness, varying from ages of 5 years to 70+. My goal is to empower and advocate for positive change within you, as the individual, and the system as a whole. The place that we will create together is a safe and judgement free space. I work through an Existential foundation, to help those I work with seek meaning and purpose, with skills built from experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, all within the context of a trauma-informed approach.
I have many years of experience working with early childhood trauma and severe, persistent mental illness, varying from ages of 5 years to 70+. My goal is to empower and advocate for positive change within you, as the individual, and the system as a whole. The place that we will create together is a safe and judgement free space. I work through an Existential foundation, to help those I work with seek meaning and purpose, with skills built from experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, all within the context of a trauma-informed approach.
If you are at a place where you are experiencing some difficulties in life, you do not have to stay in that place. I offer a wide variety of knowledge, experience, compassion, and empathy into my time with others. I enjoy infusing my work with a lot of humor, and creativity, while embracing the holistic model of the mind/body connection.
If you are at a place where you are experiencing some difficulties in life, you do not have to stay in that place. I offer a wide variety of knowledge, experience, compassion, and empathy into my time with others. I enjoy infusing my work with a lot of humor, and creativity, while embracing the holistic model of the mind/body connection.
Simply Amazing Family Environment
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ravenna, OH 44266
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, who specializes in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have over 3 years of experience working in behavioral health, providing individual therapy to teens and adults, families, & couples, group therapy, crisis stabilization, and residential mental health. I have a passion for working with depression, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders. I take a person-centered approach to create a welcoming environment. I believe that having a strong therapeutic relationship is the key to effective counseling. I incorporate evidenced based modalities when providing family, couples, & individual therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, who specializes in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have over 3 years of experience working in behavioral health, providing individual therapy to teens and adults, families, & couples, group therapy, crisis stabilization, and residential mental health. I have a passion for working with depression, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders. I take a person-centered approach to create a welcoming environment. I believe that having a strong therapeutic relationship is the key to effective counseling. I incorporate evidenced based modalities when providing family, couples, & individual therapy.
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Trey Gehring
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Streetsboro, OH 44241
I am a trauma-informed LGBTQIA+-affirming licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in the state of Ohio. It is important to me to work with a diverse population with a variety of presenting issues. I have experience working with clients with traumatic stress injuries, dealing with issues of identity, having difficulty making meaning of their life, having difficulties related to anxiety and depression, and clients experiencing obsessive thinking or compulsions. I am passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals and aim to provide an open and affirming counseling experience.
I am a trauma-informed LGBTQIA+-affirming licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in the state of Ohio. It is important to me to work with a diverse population with a variety of presenting issues. I have experience working with clients with traumatic stress injuries, dealing with issues of identity, having difficulty making meaning of their life, having difficulties related to anxiety and depression, and clients experiencing obsessive thinking or compulsions. I am passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals and aim to provide an open and affirming counseling experience.
Madison Sprang
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, OH 44240
I have a passion for helping individuals find their strengths and be able to use them in their daily lives. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds and different areas of focus such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, peer relationships, school problems, sports performance, and LGBTQ+ related issues. I enjoy utilizing several treatment modalities including person-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and strengths-based therapies. I work with clients ages 16 and older. I hope to create a comfortable space of empowerment and validation as you share your life story.
I have a passion for helping individuals find their strengths and be able to use them in their daily lives. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds and different areas of focus such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, peer relationships, school problems, sports performance, and LGBTQ+ related issues. I enjoy utilizing several treatment modalities including person-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and strengths-based therapies. I work with clients ages 16 and older. I hope to create a comfortable space of empowerment and validation as you share your life story.
I embrace all differences and am an ally to those in the LGBTQ, BIPOC, and neurodivergent communities.
My name is Kelly Harmon (she/her) and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Kent State University. Throughout my work as a counselor, I have seen that many of my clients live a life of expectations, many of which can be harmful to both their physical and mental health. A person’s worth is often measured by what they can accomplish whether it be in work, school, as a parent, friend, or member of one’s family. In my work with clients, I have sought to help them prioritize their overall health and wellbeing.
I embrace all differences and am an ally to those in the LGBTQ, BIPOC, and neurodivergent communities.
My name is Kelly Harmon (she/her) and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Kent State University. Throughout my work as a counselor, I have seen that many of my clients live a life of expectations, many of which can be harmful to both their physical and mental health. A person’s worth is often measured by what they can accomplish whether it be in work, school, as a parent, friend, or member of one’s family. In my work with clients, I have sought to help them prioritize their overall health and wellbeing.
If you experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, or perinatal challenges, including identity-related issues faced by BIPOC or LGBTQIA+ individuals, you deserve a safe, affirming space to explore mental health concerns, address trauma, and develop coping strategies. My goal is to help you achieve emotional stability, self-awareness, and resilience, guiding you toward growth, fulfillment, and a deeper understanding of yourself. For more information, visit our website: www.mindtrekcounseling.com.
If you experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, or perinatal challenges, including identity-related issues faced by BIPOC or LGBTQIA+ individuals, you deserve a safe, affirming space to explore mental health concerns, address trauma, and develop coping strategies. My goal is to help you achieve emotional stability, self-awareness, and resilience, guiding you toward growth, fulfillment, and a deeper understanding of yourself. For more information, visit our website: www.mindtrekcounseling.com.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or trauma? Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. I'm Danielle Norris, a Licensed Independent Social Worker dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and empathetic space for you. Whether you're dealing with LGBTQIA+ issues, postpartum depression, OCD, or relationship problems, I'm here to help you find your path to healing and empowerment.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or trauma? Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. I'm Danielle Norris, a Licensed Independent Social Worker dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and empathetic space for you. Whether you're dealing with LGBTQIA+ issues, postpartum depression, OCD, or relationship problems, I'm here to help you find your path to healing and empowerment.
Kimberlee Barrella
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Kent, OH 44242
I have a soft spot for working with adolescents and young adults, especially young women and individuals from the LGBTQ+ community. We collaboratively work together to identify goals and to create a plan to move toward them. In counseling, we work on enhancing self-esteem, self-worth, and independence by targeting negative beliefs. Clients and I have worked through a host of concerns including anxiety, depression, OCD, adjusting through life transitions, breakups, and identity issues.
I have a soft spot for working with adolescents and young adults, especially young women and individuals from the LGBTQ+ community. We collaboratively work together to identify goals and to create a plan to move toward them. In counseling, we work on enhancing self-esteem, self-worth, and independence by targeting negative beliefs. Clients and I have worked through a host of concerns including anxiety, depression, OCD, adjusting through life transitions, breakups, and identity issues.
Transparency and trust are the cornerstone of building a collaborative counseling relationship. I truly care about my clients and the work we do, and challenge you to make change by providing tools and support in a safe affirming space. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I have experience working in inpatient settings, university counseling centers, and substance use treatment facilities. Clinical areas of focus include anxiety and mood disruptions, LGBTQ+ concerns, life adjustments and transitions, college student success, trauma, and substance use concerns including people connected to medication-assisted treatment.
Transparency and trust are the cornerstone of building a collaborative counseling relationship. I truly care about my clients and the work we do, and challenge you to make change by providing tools and support in a safe affirming space. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I have experience working in inpatient settings, university counseling centers, and substance use treatment facilities. Clinical areas of focus include anxiety and mood disruptions, LGBTQ+ concerns, life adjustments and transitions, college student success, trauma, and substance use concerns including people connected to medication-assisted treatment.
Emmett Drugan
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC, CDCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, OH 44240
I am LGBTQ+ affirming and work with teens (and adults) and their families to help them thrive.
No matter how strong we are, sometimes life can throw some pretty tough challenges at us. Mental health issues can have different sources that can be addressed in sessions. You may need help dealing with the past, struggling with the present, or worried about the future; figuring out or coming to terms with your sexuality/gender or coming out to family/friends; or dealing with the stress of daily life or transitions, work/school, or systemic issues. Each of your issues, needs, and goals are valid and can be addressed on your terms. You deserve it!
I am LGBTQ+ affirming and work with teens (and adults) and their families to help them thrive.
No matter how strong we are, sometimes life can throw some pretty tough challenges at us. Mental health issues can have different sources that can be addressed in sessions. You may need help dealing with the past, struggling with the present, or worried about the future; figuring out or coming to terms with your sexuality/gender or coming out to family/friends; or dealing with the stress of daily life or transitions, work/school, or systemic issues. Each of your issues, needs, and goals are valid and can be addressed on your terms. You deserve it!
After doing so for two years, I moved into the field of mental health, providing individual therapy to the LGBTQ + community.
Though we may not always wish it to be so, we are human before we are anything else. We are human before we are therapists, employees, parents, sons or daughters; and with that being said, we experience challenges and faults. As your individual therapist, I look forward to connecting with you, human to human. This way, you can feel better supported and understood. In 2010 I graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Social Work. From there, I joined the North Florida Health Corps where I worked with families and children whom experienced domestic violence.
After doing so for two years, I moved into the field of mental health, providing individual therapy to the LGBTQ + community.
Though we may not always wish it to be so, we are human before we are anything else. We are human before we are therapists, employees, parents, sons or daughters; and with that being said, we experience challenges and faults. As your individual therapist, I look forward to connecting with you, human to human. This way, you can feel better supported and understood. In 2010 I graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Social Work. From there, I joined the North Florida Health Corps where I worked with families and children whom experienced domestic violence.
Carol A Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CDCA
Verified Verified
Stow, OH 44224 (Online Only)
Carol Murphy (she/her) is a licensed professional counselor who provides caring, strength based counseling to clients in-person and on-line. All clients welcome. LGBTQ+ friendly and affirming and welcomes those who identify as Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and People of Color. Specialties include trauma and substance abuse. Carol is a trained EMDR therapist.
Carol Murphy (she/her) is a licensed professional counselor who provides caring, strength based counseling to clients in-person and on-line. All clients welcome. LGBTQ+ friendly and affirming and welcomes those who identify as Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and People of Color. Specialties include trauma and substance abuse. Carol is a trained EMDR therapist.
Allied with the LGBTQ, kink, and neurodivergent communities.
You’re not happy with your sex life. Anxiety, not able to perform as you used to, communication with your sex partner/s, or not feeling good about your body, I’m here to help you find freedom and fulfillment in your sexual life. Together, we’ll learn healthier ways to communicate openly and find the root of sexual issues. There are lots of reasons we experience decreased sexual connection - we get busy, we get bored, and we experience sexual traumas. Sex is a crucial part of health and wellness, and it’s important to process these things with someone who specializes in these areas.
Allied with the LGBTQ, kink, and neurodivergent communities.
You’re not happy with your sex life. Anxiety, not able to perform as you used to, communication with your sex partner/s, or not feeling good about your body, I’m here to help you find freedom and fulfillment in your sexual life. Together, we’ll learn healthier ways to communicate openly and find the root of sexual issues. There are lots of reasons we experience decreased sexual connection - we get busy, we get bored, and we experience sexual traumas. Sex is a crucial part of health and wellness, and it’s important to process these things with someone who specializes in these areas.
I specialize in the LGBTQI+ community and trauma, as well as being kink-informed, CNM-friendly, and sex-positive.
My goal for the counseling relationship is to create a safe environment while offering support to clients struggling with feeling alone, misunderstood, or lost. I show up for clients with an open mind and an opportunity to share their thoughts, express their feelings, and explore their experiences. Everyone deserves the opportunity to speak their truth and be heard and affirmed in return.
I specialize in the LGBTQI+ community and trauma, as well as being kink-informed, CNM-friendly, and sex-positive.
My goal for the counseling relationship is to create a safe environment while offering support to clients struggling with feeling alone, misunderstood, or lost. I show up for clients with an open mind and an opportunity to share their thoughts, express their feelings, and explore their experiences. Everyone deserves the opportunity to speak their truth and be heard and affirmed in return.
The only normal people are the ones you don't know very well (Alfred Adler). Brad is, above all, an active listener in his work with clients. Mutual trust is the key to true change in the therapeutic journey and that comes from truly being heard and understood. When you see Brad for therapy, you have his undivided attention. As a patient-centered prescriber, Brad understands that finding the right therapist isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. He truly values the time, trust, and journey of each client he services. Every therapy session is a learning opportunity with a new chance for growth.
The only normal people are the ones you don't know very well (Alfred Adler). Brad is, above all, an active listener in his work with clients. Mutual trust is the key to true change in the therapeutic journey and that comes from truly being heard and understood. When you see Brad for therapy, you have his undivided attention. As a patient-centered prescriber, Brad understands that finding the right therapist isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. He truly values the time, trust, and journey of each client he services. Every therapy session is a learning opportunity with a new chance for growth.
I am an EMDR trained clinical counselor. My passion is working with adults with trauma-related disorders, depression, and anxiety. While creating a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship, I strive to work with individuals to relieve stress from the symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I enjoy assisting people in learning new and positive coping skills to integrate into their everyday lives. My goal while facilitating treatment is to provide the support, resources, and techniques you need to accomplish your personal goals.
I am an EMDR trained clinical counselor. My passion is working with adults with trauma-related disorders, depression, and anxiety. While creating a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship, I strive to work with individuals to relieve stress from the symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I enjoy assisting people in learning new and positive coping skills to integrate into their everyday lives. My goal while facilitating treatment is to provide the support, resources, and techniques you need to accomplish your personal goals.
I approach mental and behavioral health through a whole-body, holistic approach. My approach involves beginning right where you are and working collaboratively for you to have the life you want to lead. I often use cognitive-behavioral, dialectical, and mindfulness-based techniques. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance use issues.
I approach mental and behavioral health through a whole-body, holistic approach. My approach involves beginning right where you are and working collaboratively for you to have the life you want to lead. I often use cognitive-behavioral, dialectical, and mindfulness-based techniques. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance use issues.
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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.