LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Portland, OR
I am passionate about supporting individuals across the lifespan, including adolescents, teens, young adults, pre-marital couples, families, and LGBTQIA+ clients. I do not work with couples navigating separation at this time. My areas of practice include life transitions, stress and anxiety management, communication, self-esteem, empowerment, and the intersection of faith/spirituality with mental health.
I am passionate about supporting individuals across the lifespan, including adolescents, teens, young adults, pre-marital couples, families, and LGBTQIA+ clients. I do not work with couples navigating separation at this time. My areas of practice include life transitions, stress and anxiety management, communication, self-esteem, empowerment, and the intersection of faith/spirituality with mental health.
Joshua Lee Headrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
My specialties include religious trauma, anxiety disorders, life transitions, LGBTQ+ related work, trauma work including EMDR, and somatic work.
I believe in fostering an authentic relationship with clients built on understanding, trust, and respect for you and your story. I draw from several therapeutic modalities, namely Internal Family Systems, Queer Theory, and Motivational Interviewing. I am a sex-positive therapist and especially interested in working with other members of the LGBTQ+ community, especially Trans folx.
My specialties include religious trauma, anxiety disorders, life transitions, LGBTQ+ related work, trauma work including EMDR, and somatic work.
I believe in fostering an authentic relationship with clients built on understanding, trust, and respect for you and your story. I draw from several therapeutic modalities, namely Internal Family Systems, Queer Theory, and Motivational Interviewing. I am a sex-positive therapist and especially interested in working with other members of the LGBTQ+ community, especially Trans folx.
My approach as a therapist is to assist you in creating a felt sense of internal connectedness and strength, as well as connectedness to others, and to help reauthor narratives that help you feel embodied and authentic. I work primarily with queer, trans, neurodivergent, and non-monogamous individuals and couples. My work often focuses on healing trauma, gender identity exploration, navigating the intricacies of polycules or exploring non-monogamy, finding empowerment/healing through sex therapy, and how to find space for joy and connection while living under systems of oppression.
My approach as a therapist is to assist you in creating a felt sense of internal connectedness and strength, as well as connectedness to others, and to help reauthor narratives that help you feel embodied and authentic. I work primarily with queer, trans, neurodivergent, and non-monogamous individuals and couples. My work often focuses on healing trauma, gender identity exploration, navigating the intricacies of polycules or exploring non-monogamy, finding empowerment/healing through sex therapy, and how to find space for joy and connection while living under systems of oppression.
Amanda Antenucci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97219
Waitlist for new clients
EMDR Certified Therapist in OR and WA. Our social environments, whether that be the workplace, school, family, or community can have deep impacts on our mental health. Workplace trauma has increased, especially for those in the helping professions. I identify as white, cisgender, and queer, and I work from an understanding of how privilege and power show up in my personal life, as well as in my therapy practice. My approach affirms my clients’ racial identities, sexual orientation, gender identities, and body size. I maintain awareness of how oppression can impact our internal and external experiences.
EMDR Certified Therapist in OR and WA. Our social environments, whether that be the workplace, school, family, or community can have deep impacts on our mental health. Workplace trauma has increased, especially for those in the helping professions. I identify as white, cisgender, and queer, and I work from an understanding of how privilege and power show up in my personal life, as well as in my therapy practice. My approach affirms my clients’ racial identities, sexual orientation, gender identities, and body size. I maintain awareness of how oppression can impact our internal and external experiences.
Trisha Nozumi
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, QMHP-C
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97219
Not accepting new clients
My areas of professional interest involve working with individuals who have experienced trauma, family and relationship therapy, and LGBTQIA(plus) populations.
As a therapist, my approach is grounded in empathy, compassion, and person-centered counseling. I don’t believe that therapy is a “one size fits all,” and I utilize a variety of methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Attachment Theory to provide an approach that will fit your individual needs.
My areas of professional interest involve working with individuals who have experienced trauma, family and relationship therapy, and LGBTQIA(plus) populations.
As a therapist, my approach is grounded in empathy, compassion, and person-centered counseling. I don’t believe that therapy is a “one size fits all,” and I utilize a variety of methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Attachment Theory to provide an approach that will fit your individual needs.
Gabriel Boyer
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214
> > Accepting New Clients < < You want someone who is compassionate and responsive, who is open and respectful, and who isn’t afraid to go with you into difficult places. That's my goal: to be on your side, to be with you, and to be real—so you have the support needed to move through and to flourish. My practice is holistic & relational from my background in depth, gestalt & somatic therapy. I specialize in trauma, grief, relationships, anxiety, and non-monogamy. I also focus on—and especially enjoy—working with queer folk and other healers.
> > Accepting New Clients < < You want someone who is compassionate and responsive, who is open and respectful, and who isn’t afraid to go with you into difficult places. That's my goal: to be on your side, to be with you, and to be real—so you have the support needed to move through and to flourish. My practice is holistic & relational from my background in depth, gestalt & somatic therapy. I specialize in trauma, grief, relationships, anxiety, and non-monogamy. I also focus on—and especially enjoy—working with queer folk and other healers.
Lotus Teegarden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADCIII, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97206
Not accepting new clients
I am a queer therapist offering individual therapy, with an emphasis on Queer, kink, poly, sex, and body positivity to support a deeper connection to the empowerment, community, and home within yourself. I am passionate about utilizing harm reduction and social justice in understanding and supporting clients who experience marginalization, individual and intergenerational trauma; the collective experiences of deep suffering that can also be a pathway to joy.
I am a queer therapist offering individual therapy, with an emphasis on Queer, kink, poly, sex, and body positivity to support a deeper connection to the empowerment, community, and home within yourself. I am passionate about utilizing harm reduction and social justice in understanding and supporting clients who experience marginalization, individual and intergenerational trauma; the collective experiences of deep suffering that can also be a pathway to joy.
Lauren Beaudoin-Colegrove
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97236 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Please note that I am not currently accepting new clients as of April 2024. Hi! I'm Lauren, a non-binary, queer-identified therapist practicing psychodynamic clinical social work in Oregon and Massachusetts. I specialize in working with clients of all ages who identify as transgender/non-binary and/or along the LGBQIA+ spectrum. In addition, I help clients work through issues related to ADHD, depression, anxiety, postpartum mood changes, parenthood, relationship issues, and trauma.
Please note that I am not currently accepting new clients as of April 2024. Hi! I'm Lauren, a non-binary, queer-identified therapist practicing psychodynamic clinical social work in Oregon and Massachusetts. I specialize in working with clients of all ages who identify as transgender/non-binary and/or along the LGBQIA+ spectrum. In addition, I help clients work through issues related to ADHD, depression, anxiety, postpartum mood changes, parenthood, relationship issues, and trauma.
Day Hancock-Murphy (They-He)
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97214
Waitlist for new clients
I deeply enjoy working with Individuals in particular who are members of the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, couples, ENM and poly individuals to address systemic oppression, racism, trauma, and use Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Current waitlist! Now offering EMDR! This life can be hard and the things we go through can have a profound impact on how we navigate life, no matter how big or small. My practice is especially attuned to the needs of individuals and communities who have been othered or exist on the periphery, whether due to their identity, relationship structure, or lifestyle choices. Neurodiversity, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+, you are welcome here. From navigating non-monogamy and polyamory to exploring kink-positive dynamics and body-affirming philosophies, I offer a safe haven for those seeking understanding and validation.
I deeply enjoy working with Individuals in particular who are members of the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, couples, ENM and poly individuals to address systemic oppression, racism, trauma, and use Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Current waitlist! Now offering EMDR! This life can be hard and the things we go through can have a profound impact on how we navigate life, no matter how big or small. My practice is especially attuned to the needs of individuals and communities who have been othered or exist on the periphery, whether due to their identity, relationship structure, or lifestyle choices. Neurodiversity, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+, you are welcome here. From navigating non-monogamy and polyamory to exploring kink-positive dynamics and body-affirming philosophies, I offer a safe haven for those seeking understanding and validation.
Kawa Kuller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97202 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with people who identify as BIPOC, trans, enby and LGBTQIA+ . You don’t fit into society’s norms and maybe you don’t even want to. There can be great joy and pride in being different, but difference can also be met with oppression. I know what it’s like to feel othered, how it can effect self esteem, your ability to connect with others, and can lead to trauma, isolation, sadness, depression, anxiety, anger, grief, hopelessness and confusion. I am kink positive, body positive, and support polyamorous and ENM relationships . To work together, please fill out this form: www.nurtureabundance.com/contact-us
I specialize in working with people who identify as BIPOC, trans, enby and LGBTQIA+ . You don’t fit into society’s norms and maybe you don’t even want to. There can be great joy and pride in being different, but difference can also be met with oppression. I know what it’s like to feel othered, how it can effect self esteem, your ability to connect with others, and can lead to trauma, isolation, sadness, depression, anxiety, anger, grief, hopelessness and confusion. I am kink positive, body positive, and support polyamorous and ENM relationships . To work together, please fill out this form: www.nurtureabundance.com/contact-us
Have you ever felt like you're either "too much" or "not enough"? This could be a general struggle, or it could be related to a specific trait (i.e. too Asian/not Asian enough or too Queer/not Queer enough). Perhaps you struggle to belong and don't feel like you quite fit anywhere. Or maybe factors such as perfectionism, self-doubt, overthinking, or comparison to others are creating problems in your life. All of these issues are quite common, but can also be extremely nuanced. I understand and I can help.
Have you ever felt like you're either "too much" or "not enough"? This could be a general struggle, or it could be related to a specific trait (i.e. too Asian/not Asian enough or too Queer/not Queer enough). Perhaps you struggle to belong and don't feel like you quite fit anywhere. Or maybe factors such as perfectionism, self-doubt, overthinking, or comparison to others are creating problems in your life. All of these issues are quite common, but can also be extremely nuanced. I understand and I can help.
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I work a lot with individuals who struggle with eating disordered behavior and I am also passionate about providing affirming care to LGBTQIA+ individuals.
You struggle with how you feel about yourself. You never feel like you are “enough.” You are swimming in self-doubt and all you see are your imperfections. Your inner critic is always on overdrive. Sometimes you just wish it would let up for a bit so you could have a moment of peace. It hurts to treat yourself this way, but you don't know another way to be. What would it be like if you weren't constantly berating yourself? In therapy, we will help you look at how you came to see yourself the way you do so you can contend with that voice of self-doubt differently.
I work a lot with individuals who struggle with eating disordered behavior and I am also passionate about providing affirming care to LGBTQIA+ individuals.
You struggle with how you feel about yourself. You never feel like you are “enough.” You are swimming in self-doubt and all you see are your imperfections. Your inner critic is always on overdrive. Sometimes you just wish it would let up for a bit so you could have a moment of peace. It hurts to treat yourself this way, but you don't know another way to be. What would it be like if you weren't constantly berating yourself? In therapy, we will help you look at how you came to see yourself the way you do so you can contend with that voice of self-doubt differently.
Alex Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in issues important to teenagers and young adults/families, including issues related to family dynamics, depression, anxiety, bipolar/schizophrenia, substance abuse concerns, transracial adoptions, grief, LGBTQ dynamics, racial identity, gender transitioning process, and abandonment trauma. My relational approach to therapy can help you gain awareness of your road blocks and provide you with the tools (skills/coping strategies) you have for your own growth.
I specialize in issues important to teenagers and young adults/families, including issues related to family dynamics, depression, anxiety, bipolar/schizophrenia, substance abuse concerns, transracial adoptions, grief, LGBTQ dynamics, racial identity, gender transitioning process, and abandonment trauma. My relational approach to therapy can help you gain awareness of your road blocks and provide you with the tools (skills/coping strategies) you have for your own growth.
I have experience working with people struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, life transitions, gender identity, queer issues, and relationship and family challenges.
Living in a world filled with poverty, marginalization, oppression, and pandemic(s) can feel daunting and lead people to feel as though they have little agency. Therapy can be a helpful place to explore the places in our lives where we do have agency, where we are able to make tangible changes-often times this is in our interpersonal relationships. I work from an attachment focused and relational cultural perspective that is grounded in feminist practice which prioritizes the exploration of identities, oppression, intersectionality, and their impact on social and emotional functioning.
I have experience working with people struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, life transitions, gender identity, queer issues, and relationship and family challenges.
Living in a world filled with poverty, marginalization, oppression, and pandemic(s) can feel daunting and lead people to feel as though they have little agency. Therapy can be a helpful place to explore the places in our lives where we do have agency, where we are able to make tangible changes-often times this is in our interpersonal relationships. I work from an attachment focused and relational cultural perspective that is grounded in feminist practice which prioritizes the exploration of identities, oppression, intersectionality, and their impact on social and emotional functioning.
Caitlin (Caity) Lynch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97202
You're here because you need something to shift in yourself, your relationships, or your life. I have ADHD, I am queer and genderqueer and work from a strengths-based perspective, utilizing insight-oriented therapeutic change models (Narrative Therapy, EFIT, IFS) and brain/emotion understanding through psychoeducation, CBT, and DBT and self-in-context understanding (social model of disability, self-compassion work of Drs. Kristin Neff and Tara Brach) to help you imagine and take steps toward a life aligned with who you are. >NOTE: I don't offer ADHD or Autism Assessments, this can be obtained through a psychologist or your PCP. <
You're here because you need something to shift in yourself, your relationships, or your life. I have ADHD, I am queer and genderqueer and work from a strengths-based perspective, utilizing insight-oriented therapeutic change models (Narrative Therapy, EFIT, IFS) and brain/emotion understanding through psychoeducation, CBT, and DBT and self-in-context understanding (social model of disability, self-compassion work of Drs. Kristin Neff and Tara Brach) to help you imagine and take steps toward a life aligned with who you are. >NOTE: I don't offer ADHD or Autism Assessments, this can be obtained through a psychologist or your PCP. <
Open for 1:1, couples, and group! Therapy for the apocalypse: specializing in anxieties, existential overwhelm, improving relationships and boundaries, and exploration of identities. I prioritize Queer/TGNC individuals and those impacted by systemic racism, misogyny, and socio-political issues. I work with people who consider themselves perfectionists, overthinkers, people-pleasers; loners, weirdos; people told they are "too difficult," "too sensitive," "too much;" those who want to connect with others but feel unable to due to past hurt or current negative narratives about themselves.
Open for 1:1, couples, and group! Therapy for the apocalypse: specializing in anxieties, existential overwhelm, improving relationships and boundaries, and exploration of identities. I prioritize Queer/TGNC individuals and those impacted by systemic racism, misogyny, and socio-political issues. I work with people who consider themselves perfectionists, overthinkers, people-pleasers; loners, weirdos; people told they are "too difficult," "too sensitive," "too much;" those who want to connect with others but feel unable to due to past hurt or current negative narratives about themselves.
As a queer kid who grew up in a fundamentalist community in Mississippi, my journey has been long and hard.
Many of us didn't get the love, support, or connection that we deserved from our families or communities growing up. Because we're resilient, we developed creative strategies for getting our needs met (ex. people-pleasing, perfectionism, numbing-out, overanalyzing, rebelling, etc.). And these strategies worked for a while! They helped us get through complicated childhoods. But as we get older, many of us begin to notice a toll on our minds, our bodies, and our relationships.
As a queer kid who grew up in a fundamentalist community in Mississippi, my journey has been long and hard.
Many of us didn't get the love, support, or connection that we deserved from our families or communities growing up. Because we're resilient, we developed creative strategies for getting our needs met (ex. people-pleasing, perfectionism, numbing-out, overanalyzing, rebelling, etc.). And these strategies worked for a while! They helped us get through complicated childhoods. But as we get older, many of us begin to notice a toll on our minds, our bodies, and our relationships.
I am an LGBTQ affirming therapist.
I specialize in working with teens and Generation Z adults using a range of therapeutic interventions. My preferred age range is 16 - 30. My work with clients has involved treating mood disorders and addressing identity concerns. My clients have been new to counseling or have returned to therapy, and are motivated to move forward. Over the years, I have worked with clients to address anxiety, binge eating, depression, gender dysphoria, sexuality, self-harm, and stress.
I am an LGBTQ affirming therapist.
I specialize in working with teens and Generation Z adults using a range of therapeutic interventions. My preferred age range is 16 - 30. My work with clients has involved treating mood disorders and addressing identity concerns. My clients have been new to counseling or have returned to therapy, and are motivated to move forward. Over the years, I have worked with clients to address anxiety, binge eating, depression, gender dysphoria, sexuality, self-harm, and stress.
As a queer counselor, I have a passion for supporting other people within the LGBTQIA+ community to address the unique issues that impact us.
It's hard to remember when you didn’t feel so overwhelmed that you’re barely holding it together. You're feeling stuck and it seems like one more challenge and you’ll be in chaos-mode, scrambling to find a way back to just keeping your head above water. Sometimes the rush of anxiety or fear is so uncomfortable that it affects your concentration and ability to follow through on plans or work. Shame has haunted you through the different parts of your life and it's hard to believe that you could feel seen or that you belong, especially when you have been hurt in the past. You want relief so that you can get your life back.
As a queer counselor, I have a passion for supporting other people within the LGBTQIA+ community to address the unique issues that impact us.
It's hard to remember when you didn’t feel so overwhelmed that you’re barely holding it together. You're feeling stuck and it seems like one more challenge and you’ll be in chaos-mode, scrambling to find a way back to just keeping your head above water. Sometimes the rush of anxiety or fear is so uncomfortable that it affects your concentration and ability to follow through on plans or work. Shame has haunted you through the different parts of your life and it's hard to believe that you could feel seen or that you belong, especially when you have been hurt in the past. You want relief so that you can get your life back.
Colin Wolf
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97202 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you're looking for a therapist who is queer and has over a decade of experience supporting clients with diverse identities and lifestyles, let's schedule an initial 15-minute consult to see if we feel like a good fit. My approach is engaged, curious, open-minded and collaborative. I tailor your therapy to your needs and goals, whether that's overcoming trauma, navigating relationships, decreasing anxiety and/or improving your mood. Together, we'll explore your inner world, and how you relate with others, to increase your awareness of the patterns and stories of your life and transform limitations into resources.
If you're looking for a therapist who is queer and has over a decade of experience supporting clients with diverse identities and lifestyles, let's schedule an initial 15-minute consult to see if we feel like a good fit. My approach is engaged, curious, open-minded and collaborative. I tailor your therapy to your needs and goals, whether that's overcoming trauma, navigating relationships, decreasing anxiety and/or improving your mood. Together, we'll explore your inner world, and how you relate with others, to increase your awareness of the patterns and stories of your life and transform limitations into resources.
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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.