LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Jacksonville, OR
I work with people of all races, spiritual faiths, and LGBTQ community.
Accepting new clients! I believe that darkness is an opportunity to find our true light. Book today to discover your own truth. I see clients who are experiencing attachment wounds, past traumatic experiences, grief, and who want a new way to approach their healing. The journey towards self-discovery if often accompanied by pain and loneliness. We may feel overwhelmed by emotions and get stuck in unhealthy patterns that we struggle to recognize. We need someone who will sit with us in our pain and darkness without judgment. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and inclusive space for all individuals to explore their emotions.
I work with people of all races, spiritual faiths, and LGBTQ community.
Accepting new clients! I believe that darkness is an opportunity to find our true light. Book today to discover your own truth. I see clients who are experiencing attachment wounds, past traumatic experiences, grief, and who want a new way to approach their healing. The journey towards self-discovery if often accompanied by pain and loneliness. We may feel overwhelmed by emotions and get stuck in unhealthy patterns that we struggle to recognize. We need someone who will sit with us in our pain and darkness without judgment. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and inclusive space for all individuals to explore their emotions.
Elisa Joy Friedlander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, OR 97530 (Online Only)
As a lesbian, I am especially committed to providing safe and supportive therapy to LGBTQ+ persons.
Chronic Pain & Illness - and other Therapeutic Writing & Journaling group openings. Please link to website for details. No availability for individual clients at this time. You might notice a discrepancy between the life you are living, and the life/aspects of life you desire. I'm here to help you bridge that gap by creatively guiding you to give voice to various parts of yourself (including parts that are hidden or less acknowledged) as you gain valuable insights and new narratives that enable you to engage in your life and relationships with more skill, authenticity, and ease.
As a lesbian, I am especially committed to providing safe and supportive therapy to LGBTQ+ persons.
Chronic Pain & Illness - and other Therapeutic Writing & Journaling group openings. Please link to website for details. No availability for individual clients at this time. You might notice a discrepancy between the life you are living, and the life/aspects of life you desire. I'm here to help you bridge that gap by creatively guiding you to give voice to various parts of yourself (including parts that are hidden or less acknowledged) as you gain valuable insights and new narratives that enable you to engage in your life and relationships with more skill, authenticity, and ease.
Kimberly Azure Samuels
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCA
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, OR 97530 (Online Only)
My mission is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to express their most authentic self. My therapeutic focus lies in exploring how relational wounds reverberate through our lives, shaping our interactions with others, our self-perception, and our belief systems. Through the exploration of interpersonal and behavioral patterns, clients come to understand how their historical experiences have programmed their nervous system in trapped patterns of fight, flight, or freeze; a reactionary loop that impedes personal growth. A dysregulated nervous system can cause anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and more.
My mission is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to express their most authentic self. My therapeutic focus lies in exploring how relational wounds reverberate through our lives, shaping our interactions with others, our self-perception, and our belief systems. Through the exploration of interpersonal and behavioral patterns, clients come to understand how their historical experiences have programmed their nervous system in trapped patterns of fight, flight, or freeze; a reactionary loop that impedes personal growth. A dysregulated nervous system can cause anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and more.
Please call or text. Email is not preferred. At certain points in our lives, we may need a helper to identify previously unnamed forces that affect our quality of life/relationships. My repertoire includes offering basic skills for emotional regulation to working with deeply held beliefs and ineffective thought patterns. Whether you are struggling with developmental or family problems, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, or trauma, consider joining with me to strengthen your inner and outer resources. When you sit with me, expect safety, relationship, and information in co-creating with you your healing path.
Please call or text. Email is not preferred. At certain points in our lives, we may need a helper to identify previously unnamed forces that affect our quality of life/relationships. My repertoire includes offering basic skills for emotional regulation to working with deeply held beliefs and ineffective thought patterns. Whether you are struggling with developmental or family problems, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, or trauma, consider joining with me to strengthen your inner and outer resources. When you sit with me, expect safety, relationship, and information in co-creating with you your healing path.
Pete Bell, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Jacksonville, OR 97530 (Online Only)
My clients enjoy a variety of experiences in sessions from being deeply heard, felt and validated to being accompanied as they remember and explore issues of concern and curiosity. We bond as they get to know themselves better through these experiences of self. They begin to heal childhood wounds and finish developing in ways they might not have thought possible.
My clients enjoy a variety of experiences in sessions from being deeply heard, felt and validated to being accompanied as they remember and explore issues of concern and curiosity. We bond as they get to know themselves better through these experiences of self. They begin to heal childhood wounds and finish developing in ways they might not have thought possible.
Nando Raynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Jacksonville, OR 97530
Life satisfaction is mostly about relationship, don't you agree? I help people have emotionally open and compassionate relationships both with themselves and with others. I work with individuals and couples on this. Individually, so much of life satisfaction and personal effectiveness is based on how well you understand yourself (mindfulness), how you treat yourself (compassion), and how you advocate for your desires. With others, relationships are built through mutually respectful listening and co-creating mutually delightful interactions. I see relationship as a spiritual path.
Life satisfaction is mostly about relationship, don't you agree? I help people have emotionally open and compassionate relationships both with themselves and with others. I work with individuals and couples on this. Individually, so much of life satisfaction and personal effectiveness is based on how well you understand yourself (mindfulness), how you treat yourself (compassion), and how you advocate for your desires. With others, relationships are built through mutually respectful listening and co-creating mutually delightful interactions. I see relationship as a spiritual path.
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Peyton Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA, OT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medford, OR 97501
My personal journey as a queer woman, adoptive and foster mom, and eating disorder survivor has informed my eclectic and person centered approach.
Are you a parent trying hard to meet both your own and your family’s needs, or a teen struggling with body image, identity, and school? Are you balancing raising your children while also caring for aging parents? Maybe you find yourself always fighting “the system” and are exhausted from defending your own or your family’s right to exist.
My personal journey as a queer woman, adoptive and foster mom, and eating disorder survivor has informed my eclectic and person centered approach.
Are you a parent trying hard to meet both your own and your family’s needs, or a teen struggling with body image, identity, and school? Are you balancing raising your children while also caring for aging parents? Maybe you find yourself always fighting “the system” and are exhausted from defending your own or your family’s right to exist.
Kel Lash
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CLC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medford, OR 97501 (Online Only)
Areas I'm passionate about: manifesting miracles, self-love, self-forgiveness, self-identity, answering your "call", finding your life's purpose and desires, relationship issues, anxiety, chronic illness, spiritual coaching, ACIM, and LGBTQ/ transgender affirming therapy and coaching.
I'm Kel! I offer virtual (phone) therapy, spiritual coaching and self-hypnosis for clients located anywhere. I've dedicated my life helping incredible people enrich their lives and relationships. I help clients love and forgive themselves using the miraculous power to heal from within. I use intuition, somatic therapy, mindfulness, radical acceptance and humor. I specialize in spiritual issues and coaching, self-love, self-forgiveness, self-acceptance & inner child healing. Clients report how easy it is to love themselves after working with me. Clients describe me as gentle, calm, compassionate, out of the box and inspiring.
Areas I'm passionate about: manifesting miracles, self-love, self-forgiveness, self-identity, answering your "call", finding your life's purpose and desires, relationship issues, anxiety, chronic illness, spiritual coaching, ACIM, and LGBTQ/ transgender affirming therapy and coaching.
I'm Kel! I offer virtual (phone) therapy, spiritual coaching and self-hypnosis for clients located anywhere. I've dedicated my life helping incredible people enrich their lives and relationships. I help clients love and forgive themselves using the miraculous power to heal from within. I use intuition, somatic therapy, mindfulness, radical acceptance and humor. I specialize in spiritual issues and coaching, self-love, self-forgiveness, self-acceptance & inner child healing. Clients report how easy it is to love themselves after working with me. Clients describe me as gentle, calm, compassionate, out of the box and inspiring.
Desiree Elizabeth Coutinho
Clinical Social Work Associate, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medford, OR 97501
I offer collaborative, holistic therapy to individuals, families, and groups, with an inclusive, culturally aware practice to support my fellow LGBTQ+ and BIPOC community members.
I’m Desiree, a queer, woman of color therapist located in Southern Oregon. I specialize in working with individuals navigating trauma, helping them integrate past wounding, navigate fear, and cultivate acceptance. I am passionate about guiding clients through embodied grief processes, as a powerful tool for individual and collective healing and a way to reclaim our wellbeing. I work with all ages, but am especially interested in working with young adults, navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and other mental health challenges related to living in uncertain times.
I offer collaborative, holistic therapy to individuals, families, and groups, with an inclusive, culturally aware practice to support my fellow LGBTQ+ and BIPOC community members.
I’m Desiree, a queer, woman of color therapist located in Southern Oregon. I specialize in working with individuals navigating trauma, helping them integrate past wounding, navigate fear, and cultivate acceptance. I am passionate about guiding clients through embodied grief processes, as a powerful tool for individual and collective healing and a way to reclaim our wellbeing. I work with all ages, but am especially interested in working with young adults, navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and other mental health challenges related to living in uncertain times.
I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years, so my practice has both depth and breadth. I have much experience working with depression and anxiety, addictions and recovery, all types of trauma, and relationship issues of all kinds. I welcome LGBTQ+ individuals, folx from non-dominant cultural backgrounds, and I enjoy working with individuals, couples, "pods," and families. My goal is the empowerment of everyone I serve.
I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years, so my practice has both depth and breadth. I have much experience working with depression and anxiety, addictions and recovery, all types of trauma, and relationship issues of all kinds. I welcome LGBTQ+ individuals, folx from non-dominant cultural backgrounds, and I enjoy working with individuals, couples, "pods," and families. My goal is the empowerment of everyone I serve.
I have experience working with anxiety/panic, depression, coping skills, self-esteem, stress, life transitions, and PTSD, with LGBTQIA+ and diverse cultural backgrounds.
Life can be difficult! But you don’t have to do it alone. Gen Z- you are in the driver's seat here and I am here to sit beside you, to help you navigate the twists and turns along your journey. With empathy and understanding, we can explore life struggles, anxiety, depression, past hurt, future goals, and more. I hold a safe space for you to process anything that life throws your way. My experience working with youth in various settings of teaching, counseling, and telehealth, has given me an understanding that Gen Z has their own set of challenges to navigate, different from other generations.
I have experience working with anxiety/panic, depression, coping skills, self-esteem, stress, life transitions, and PTSD, with LGBTQIA+ and diverse cultural backgrounds.
Life can be difficult! But you don’t have to do it alone. Gen Z- you are in the driver's seat here and I am here to sit beside you, to help you navigate the twists and turns along your journey. With empathy and understanding, we can explore life struggles, anxiety, depression, past hurt, future goals, and more. I hold a safe space for you to process anything that life throws your way. My experience working with youth in various settings of teaching, counseling, and telehealth, has given me an understanding that Gen Z has their own set of challenges to navigate, different from other generations.
Are you seeking true transformation? I love meeting individuals who are ready for deeper work & revolutionary growth. Whether you are new to counseling or a long-time therapist, if you are wanting to push beyond the familiar shadow parts and let go of the old stories, then we may be an ideal fit. I work with a wide variety of adult clients and enjoy working with various issues including; Self Realization & Potential, Relationships, Romance, Spirituality, The Self, Self-image, Grief, Anxiety, Trauma, Abuse, Communication, Sexual Issues, Sexual Orientation, LGBTQ issues, Trans-Gender issues, Faith/Religion, Spirituality, etc.
Are you seeking true transformation? I love meeting individuals who are ready for deeper work & revolutionary growth. Whether you are new to counseling or a long-time therapist, if you are wanting to push beyond the familiar shadow parts and let go of the old stories, then we may be an ideal fit. I work with a wide variety of adult clients and enjoy working with various issues including; Self Realization & Potential, Relationships, Romance, Spirituality, The Self, Self-image, Grief, Anxiety, Trauma, Abuse, Communication, Sexual Issues, Sexual Orientation, LGBTQ issues, Trans-Gender issues, Faith/Religion, Spirituality, etc.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ issues.
I believe that everyone has the potential within themselves for change, growth, and empowerment. With particular interests in stress management, habit improvement, mindfulness, and symptom reduction, our work together will help you confront and address aspects of life that may be barriers to you.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ issues.
I believe that everyone has the potential within themselves for change, growth, and empowerment. With particular interests in stress management, habit improvement, mindfulness, and symptom reduction, our work together will help you confront and address aspects of life that may be barriers to you.
Some areas I specialize in are depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, crisis, relationship issues, couples, families, substance abuse issues, gay/ lesbian, transgender, bisexual, and spirituality.
Yo creo que no hay problema que el amor no pueda resolver; déjame ayudarte and encontrar la fuente de amor que reside en ti. Tengo citas disponibles para gente que habla castellano y accepto OHP y Jackson Care Connect. I believe that there is no condition that love cannot heal. Let me help you to rediscover the source of love that resides within you. I accept Jackson Care Connect. Currently, I have a waiting list for people who speak English.
Some areas I specialize in are depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, crisis, relationship issues, couples, families, substance abuse issues, gay/ lesbian, transgender, bisexual, and spirituality.
Yo creo que no hay problema que el amor no pueda resolver; déjame ayudarte and encontrar la fuente de amor que reside en ti. Tengo citas disponibles para gente que habla castellano y accepto OHP y Jackson Care Connect. I believe that there is no condition that love cannot heal. Let me help you to rediscover the source of love that resides within you. I accept Jackson Care Connect. Currently, I have a waiting list for people who speak English.
Arianna Badizadegan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, QMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medford, OR 97501
I have a strong passion for working with the LGBTQIA+ population as well as children, teens and transition age youth.
I have worked in crisis services and community mental health with children and adults. I practice primarily from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Person Centered (Rogerian) approaches, and have training in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I love working with clients who are ready to challenge themselves to grow through their experiences - clients who challenge themselves to step outside of their comfort zones to grow into better versions of who they are. I also appreciate when clients have clear goals and use therapy in the manner that best fits their style.
I have a strong passion for working with the LGBTQIA+ population as well as children, teens and transition age youth.
I have worked in crisis services and community mental health with children and adults. I practice primarily from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Person Centered (Rogerian) approaches, and have training in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I love working with clients who are ready to challenge themselves to grow through their experiences - clients who challenge themselves to step outside of their comfort zones to grow into better versions of who they are. I also appreciate when clients have clear goals and use therapy in the manner that best fits their style.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, past trauma(s), or other stressful situations that affect your ability to live your life to the fullest? Do you feel overwhelmed, wondering if your life can be better? You deserve to be happy and to live your life to the fullest! We help individuals with anxiety, depression, acute or chronic medical illnesses, adjustment to life stressors, LGBTQIA+ issues, grief/ loss, women’s issues, and those who want to reach the next level in their career or life goals. If you want to begin moving towards healing and growth, we want to help you get there!
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, past trauma(s), or other stressful situations that affect your ability to live your life to the fullest? Do you feel overwhelmed, wondering if your life can be better? You deserve to be happy and to live your life to the fullest! We help individuals with anxiety, depression, acute or chronic medical illnesses, adjustment to life stressors, LGBTQIA+ issues, grief/ loss, women’s issues, and those who want to reach the next level in their career or life goals. If you want to begin moving towards healing and growth, we want to help you get there!
Do you find yourself avoiding things that are important to you—for example, building friendships or relationships, a difficult conversation with a family member, or working toward a goal? Do you find yourself worrying–thinking about worst-case scenarios, mostly focusing on what can go wrong, or being up at night with racing thoughts? Or do you find yourself feeling guilty all the time and worrying about your impact on others? These are just some of the reasons people seek out therapy. If you’re navigating these kinds of challenges, want to work toward your goals, or want relief from symptoms, therapy has the potential to be helpful.
Do you find yourself avoiding things that are important to you—for example, building friendships or relationships, a difficult conversation with a family member, or working toward a goal? Do you find yourself worrying–thinking about worst-case scenarios, mostly focusing on what can go wrong, or being up at night with racing thoughts? Or do you find yourself feeling guilty all the time and worrying about your impact on others? These are just some of the reasons people seek out therapy. If you’re navigating these kinds of challenges, want to work toward your goals, or want relief from symptoms, therapy has the potential to be helpful.
Howard Healing Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSWA, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medford, OR 97501 (Online Only)
I believe that everyone has the power within themselves to change their circumstances and improve their lives. The struggle to navigate the world trying to cope with mental illness is difficult, but with the right support and guidance, you can overcome your struggles by learning new coping skills that can drastically improve your daily life. I approach every client being trauma-informed by meeting the client’s needs in a safe, compassionate, empathetic, and collaborative manner. Through this partnership, we will walk your path to recovery together.
I believe that everyone has the power within themselves to change their circumstances and improve their lives. The struggle to navigate the world trying to cope with mental illness is difficult, but with the right support and guidance, you can overcome your struggles by learning new coping skills that can drastically improve your daily life. I approach every client being trauma-informed by meeting the client’s needs in a safe, compassionate, empathetic, and collaborative manner. Through this partnership, we will walk your path to recovery together.
I help motivated adults learn and grow through times of transition. My clients value personal growth and see it as connected to the greater good. Folx who most benefit from my approach are committed to cultivating more balance, joy, and fulfillment in their lives. They want to discover what is holding them back internally. They are ready to experience compassionate, insight-oriented practices that support positive transformation. They are eager to leave each session with new insight and homework that aligns with their values and goals.
I help motivated adults learn and grow through times of transition. My clients value personal growth and see it as connected to the greater good. Folx who most benefit from my approach are committed to cultivating more balance, joy, and fulfillment in their lives. They want to discover what is holding them back internally. They are ready to experience compassionate, insight-oriented practices that support positive transformation. They are eager to leave each session with new insight and homework that aligns with their values and goals.
Right now, everything you need is within you. I know how frustrating and overwhelming it is to feel "stuck", powerless, “not good enough,” and without support. It feels so bad because these beliefs are not true and it’s time to move beyond what used to keep you safe. Yes, we are wired to stick with what we’ve known, even if it has been hellish and heaven is promised on the other side. The good news is, if you want to, you get to be in charge of how you’re wired. That’s where I come in.
Right now, everything you need is within you. I know how frustrating and overwhelming it is to feel "stuck", powerless, “not good enough,” and without support. It feels so bad because these beliefs are not true and it’s time to move beyond what used to keep you safe. Yes, we are wired to stick with what we’ve known, even if it has been hellish and heaven is promised on the other side. The good news is, if you want to, you get to be in charge of how you’re wired. That’s where I come in.
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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.