LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Downingtown, PA
Maureen Brackey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335 (Online Only)
It is my firm belief that everyone can benefit from therapy if they are well matched to the person they are working with. Over the course of the past decade, I've honed specialty focus on trauma-informed care, LGBTQ+, human sexuality, women's empowerment, relationships and family sessions, and gaining a strong sense of self and direction in the face of challenging life circumstances. If these areas of treatment resonate with you, I'd love to schedule a time to connect about what you are looking for in a therapist.
It is my firm belief that everyone can benefit from therapy if they are well matched to the person they are working with. Over the course of the past decade, I've honed specialty focus on trauma-informed care, LGBTQ+, human sexuality, women's empowerment, relationships and family sessions, and gaining a strong sense of self and direction in the face of challenging life circumstances. If these areas of treatment resonate with you, I'd love to schedule a time to connect about what you are looking for in a therapist.
I identify as a Christian LGBTQ female.
I have worked with persons throughout the lifespan. Most recently, I consulted at skilled nursing homes and assisted care facilities with a focus on illness and end of life challenges. I enjoy working with young adults who are just finding their way in this world and navigating new relationships and responsibilities. I accept clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, phobias, stress, identity development, assertiveness, anger management, and relationship challenges for those who are heterosexual, LGBTQ, caregivers, and parents.
I identify as a Christian LGBTQ female.
I have worked with persons throughout the lifespan. Most recently, I consulted at skilled nursing homes and assisted care facilities with a focus on illness and end of life challenges. I enjoy working with young adults who are just finding their way in this world and navigating new relationships and responsibilities. I accept clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, phobias, stress, identity development, assertiveness, anger management, and relationship challenges for those who are heterosexual, LGBTQ, caregivers, and parents.
Inclusive Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335 (Online Only)
I am LGBTQ+ welcoming and affirming.
I provide counseling for clients looking for the convenience of telehealth. I work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety and other mental health symptoms and am both an ally and a member of the lbgtqplus community.
I am LGBTQ+ welcoming and affirming.
I provide counseling for clients looking for the convenience of telehealth. I work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety and other mental health symptoms and am both an ally and a member of the lbgtqplus community.
Maria Christina Salomone Gabelberger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
With over 30 years of experience, I offer you a compassionate listening heart AND a wealth of research-based tools. Extensive experience with anxiety, relationships, trauma, career and college issues, depression and life transitions. I am LGBTQ+ affirming & a member, sex positive, culturally inquisitive. Some tools I offer are: compassionate inquiry, guided meditation, hypnotherapy, IFS, EMDR, CBT, nature-walk therapy and yoga therapy and many more.
With over 30 years of experience, I offer you a compassionate listening heart AND a wealth of research-based tools. Extensive experience with anxiety, relationships, trauma, career and college issues, depression and life transitions. I am LGBTQ+ affirming & a member, sex positive, culturally inquisitive. Some tools I offer are: compassionate inquiry, guided meditation, hypnotherapy, IFS, EMDR, CBT, nature-walk therapy and yoga therapy and many more.
Callie Fraser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
I enjoy working with young women and members of the LGBTQIA+ community who are struggling with any level of anxiety or depression. As our world attempts to simplify through technology and continues to change, it brings with it a changing culture and way of life that is not always helpful for our mental health. Many of us tend to put the world on our shoulders, but forget to care for ourselves. The pressure to "be successful" and fit society's expectations and timelines is a lot to carry. Rather than just managing this anxiety, we can figure out what goals and values are truly your own.
I enjoy working with young women and members of the LGBTQIA+ community who are struggling with any level of anxiety or depression. As our world attempts to simplify through technology and continues to change, it brings with it a changing culture and way of life that is not always helpful for our mental health. Many of us tend to put the world on our shoulders, but forget to care for ourselves. The pressure to "be successful" and fit society's expectations and timelines is a lot to carry. Rather than just managing this anxiety, we can figure out what goals and values are truly your own.
Lauren Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335 (Online Only)
Are you someone who is questioning whether your personal identity, lifestyle, or beliefs you are living by is truly aligned with your true self? If so, I am excited to work with you! It can be overwhelming and stressful whether going through a big change or contemplating one. I am here to support you through your journey of making sense of what is best for you and coping with change. I enjoy working with queer folx, women and adults. My specialty is in helping people through life transitions, sexual exploration, anxiety, stress management, communication, balance in life, and strengthening connection with oneself and others.
Are you someone who is questioning whether your personal identity, lifestyle, or beliefs you are living by is truly aligned with your true self? If so, I am excited to work with you! It can be overwhelming and stressful whether going through a big change or contemplating one. I am here to support you through your journey of making sense of what is best for you and coping with change. I enjoy working with queer folx, women and adults. My specialty is in helping people through life transitions, sexual exploration, anxiety, stress management, communication, balance in life, and strengthening connection with oneself and others.
John Driessnack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker and specialize in helping people to effectively manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns using cognitive behavioral techniques. I have worked with a range of populations, nearly all ages, and also have experience with couple's counseling and addiction treatment. I work with people to develop insight into the source of their problems, how their core beliefs about the world might be hindering their progress, and focus on their natural strengths to overcome those barriers with practical skills that generate sustainable change.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and specialize in helping people to effectively manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns using cognitive behavioral techniques. I have worked with a range of populations, nearly all ages, and also have experience with couple's counseling and addiction treatment. I work with people to develop insight into the source of their problems, how their core beliefs about the world might be hindering their progress, and focus on their natural strengths to overcome those barriers with practical skills that generate sustainable change.
Mandy Farrell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania who started practicing in 2021. She completed her Bachelors in Social Work at Temple University and her Masters in Social Work at Widener University.
Mandy Farrell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania who started practicing in 2021. She completed her Bachelors in Social Work at Temple University and her Masters in Social Work at Widener University.
Amanda Alleman is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2020. Amanda offers a laid-back approach where she encourages individuals to be themselves and comfortable in the experience. Amanda likes to meet people where they are to provide an environment where they feel safe to be open and honest. Amanda believes that clients should lead their treatment and she is merely a supportive partner in the process to get each person to their desired goal! Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She loves to spend time outdoors in the sunshine!.
Amanda Alleman is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2020. Amanda offers a laid-back approach where she encourages individuals to be themselves and comfortable in the experience. Amanda likes to meet people where they are to provide an environment where they feel safe to be open and honest. Amanda believes that clients should lead their treatment and she is merely a supportive partner in the process to get each person to their desired goal! Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She loves to spend time outdoors in the sunshine!.
Benjamin Kessler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel like life is moving quickly and it can be hard to catch up and slow down? Do things seem overwhelming or stressful in your life? Is there a lot of changes happening and you aren't sure how to navigate them? I have experience working with a variety of people who all have different journeys. Passionate about helping people work through their journey's. Asking for help can be challenging and intimidating, however, it is a big first step!
Do you ever feel like life is moving quickly and it can be hard to catch up and slow down? Do things seem overwhelming or stressful in your life? Is there a lot of changes happening and you aren't sure how to navigate them? I have experience working with a variety of people who all have different journeys. Passionate about helping people work through their journey's. Asking for help can be challenging and intimidating, however, it is a big first step!
Erin Elizabeth Reigle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335
Thank you for visiting my psychology today page! My philosophy is that clients are the experts on their own lives, and sometimes we all need guidance and support to achieve what we want to achieve. I base my approach on each individual client but primarily use a person centered approach along with teaching many coping skills from the DBT modality. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, including young children. I have also worked with a variety of different diagnoses and can help clients with a variety of issues. Included in this would be anxiety, depression, grief/loss, self esteem, and relationship issues.
Thank you for visiting my psychology today page! My philosophy is that clients are the experts on their own lives, and sometimes we all need guidance and support to achieve what we want to achieve. I base my approach on each individual client but primarily use a person centered approach along with teaching many coping skills from the DBT modality. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, including young children. I have also worked with a variety of different diagnoses and can help clients with a variety of issues. Included in this would be anxiety, depression, grief/loss, self esteem, and relationship issues.
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My therapeutic approach is informed by my background in meditation, Eastern contemplative philosophy, and evolutionary psychology. I work with clients to establish a treatment plan that is uniquely sensitive to their particular clinical needs and concerns. Some of the most common techniques I employ focus on the important relationship between body and mind; these experiential, somatic, and cognitive interventions allow for critical shifts in perspective that promote meaningful and enduring behavioral change.
My therapeutic approach is informed by my background in meditation, Eastern contemplative philosophy, and evolutionary psychology. I work with clients to establish a treatment plan that is uniquely sensitive to their particular clinical needs and concerns. Some of the most common techniques I employ focus on the important relationship between body and mind; these experiential, somatic, and cognitive interventions allow for critical shifts in perspective that promote meaningful and enduring behavioral change.
Todd Shirley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
Successful, compassionate therapeutic care for you or a struggling loved one through the counseling services I offer. If you or someone you know is struggling with issues like depression, anxiety, academic struggles, obsessive compulsive disorder, ADHD, self injury, sexual orientation, gender identity, or suicidal ideation reach out to set up an appointment or brief introductory virtual meeting. Weekend and evening appointment times are available. I know first hand how scary it can be to watch an adolescent you love struggle and suffer. Waiting lists are long, things become urgent, and good help can be hard to find
Successful, compassionate therapeutic care for you or a struggling loved one through the counseling services I offer. If you or someone you know is struggling with issues like depression, anxiety, academic struggles, obsessive compulsive disorder, ADHD, self injury, sexual orientation, gender identity, or suicidal ideation reach out to set up an appointment or brief introductory virtual meeting. Weekend and evening appointment times are available. I know first hand how scary it can be to watch an adolescent you love struggle and suffer. Waiting lists are long, things become urgent, and good help can be hard to find
Tranquil Solutions Counseling Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
Tranquil Solutions Counseling Center (TSCC) is committed to providing clients with a safe and supportive atmosphere in which to address issues preventing their ability to live life to the fullest. We seek to assist clients experiencing issues including anxiety, depression, trauma and grief, along with those experiencing life and career transitions. We also offer psychiatric evaluations and medication management. TSCC staff utilize a collaborative approach with clients, ultimately seeking to empower individuals with the tools needed to manage barriers to their success.
Tranquil Solutions Counseling Center (TSCC) is committed to providing clients with a safe and supportive atmosphere in which to address issues preventing their ability to live life to the fullest. We seek to assist clients experiencing issues including anxiety, depression, trauma and grief, along with those experiencing life and career transitions. We also offer psychiatric evaluations and medication management. TSCC staff utilize a collaborative approach with clients, ultimately seeking to empower individuals with the tools needed to manage barriers to their success.
Are you tired of the toxicity? Have you lost your identity? Do you feel crazy in your current relationship and/or family ? Emotional/Psychological/Narcissistic and other types of abuse can take a huge toll on an individual's self esteem and ability to cope. I am a caring Licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience with Narcissistic/Abusive/Toxic Relationships and Trauma. I also specialize in Women Issues, Mood Disorders/Anxiety as well as Eating Disorders. My goal in therapy is to help you understand what "healthy" looks like and empower you to set boundaries and create the life that you desire.
Are you tired of the toxicity? Have you lost your identity? Do you feel crazy in your current relationship and/or family ? Emotional/Psychological/Narcissistic and other types of abuse can take a huge toll on an individual's self esteem and ability to cope. I am a caring Licensed Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience with Narcissistic/Abusive/Toxic Relationships and Trauma. I also specialize in Women Issues, Mood Disorders/Anxiety as well as Eating Disorders. My goal in therapy is to help you understand what "healthy" looks like and empower you to set boundaries and create the life that you desire.
Angela Sylvina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
Are you going through a difficult life transition or feeling confused about your relationships? Are you wanting to make a change but don't know where to start? If this resonates, therapy could be beneficial in aiding you with self-reflection and by empowering you to seek the life you desire. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself can be a powerful agent for change, and that emotional safety within our relationship is paramount. I provide a safe and judgment-free environment so that you can learn to trust yourself and others in your life.
Are you going through a difficult life transition or feeling confused about your relationships? Are you wanting to make a change but don't know where to start? If this resonates, therapy could be beneficial in aiding you with self-reflection and by empowering you to seek the life you desire. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself can be a powerful agent for change, and that emotional safety within our relationship is paramount. I provide a safe and judgment-free environment so that you can learn to trust yourself and others in your life.
Kimberly Lynn Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping those who suffer with mental health and dual disorders. My approach is empathetic and compassion first, with the goal of helping my clients overcome the obstacles in their lives that are inhibiting them from achieving fulfillment in life. No two clients are alike, therefore I treat each person's needs as I partner with them to heal the body, mind and spirit. My method is eclectic whether I am seeing you individually or in group , I believe everyone is capable of healing; as a therapist, it is my job to help guide each person on their own, personal journey toward healing and growth.
I am passionate about helping those who suffer with mental health and dual disorders. My approach is empathetic and compassion first, with the goal of helping my clients overcome the obstacles in their lives that are inhibiting them from achieving fulfillment in life. No two clients are alike, therefore I treat each person's needs as I partner with them to heal the body, mind and spirit. My method is eclectic whether I am seeing you individually or in group , I believe everyone is capable of healing; as a therapist, it is my job to help guide each person on their own, personal journey toward healing and growth.
Rebecca Weidler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LBS, LPC
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335 (Online Only)
No matter what life brings you, treatment can bring you "home." All walks of life and all experiences are unique, so your treatment will be tailored to fit for you. Direction, support, guidance and healing available now.
No matter what life brings you, treatment can bring you "home." All walks of life and all experiences are unique, so your treatment will be tailored to fit for you. Direction, support, guidance and healing available now.
Audrey Najor Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downingtown, PA 19335 (Online Only)
Are you often unaware of what is bothering you? Are difficult thoughts, memories, or feelings (like anger, depression, anxiety, or distress) getting in the way of what you really want to do? Is it difficult to cope with stress? Do you want to live a more full, rich & meaningful life? If so, I can help. I specialize in Anxiety disorders; Depressive disorders including grief and loss; Developmental/ life transitions; Relationship issues; Trauma and Stress Related Disorders, and Acculturation, assimilation & ethnic Identity issues. I offer individual & couples therapy via video sessions & teletherapy only
Are you often unaware of what is bothering you? Are difficult thoughts, memories, or feelings (like anger, depression, anxiety, or distress) getting in the way of what you really want to do? Is it difficult to cope with stress? Do you want to live a more full, rich & meaningful life? If so, I can help. I specialize in Anxiety disorders; Depressive disorders including grief and loss; Developmental/ life transitions; Relationship issues; Trauma and Stress Related Disorders, and Acculturation, assimilation & ethnic Identity issues. I offer individual & couples therapy via video sessions & teletherapy only
Gabrielle Nerl
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downingtown, PA 19335
Though it can seem impossible at times, we are all capable of change with a little help. Therapy provides us with a safe space to vent and heal recent wounds, and encourages personal growth through self awareness and understanding others. I work primarily with adults and teens over 14 years of age who are struggling with issues such as mood disorders, eating disorders, interpersonal relationship struggles, performance anxiety, and adjustment to recent life changes.
Though it can seem impossible at times, we are all capable of change with a little help. Therapy provides us with a safe space to vent and heal recent wounds, and encourages personal growth through self awareness and understanding others. I work primarily with adults and teens over 14 years of age who are struggling with issues such as mood disorders, eating disorders, interpersonal relationship struggles, performance anxiety, and adjustment to recent life changes.
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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.