LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Cedar Creek, TX
Kimber Dillon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cedar Creek, TX 78612
I’m proud of you for looking into taking care of yourself & your mental health through a therapeutic relationship. It can be intimidating to start therapy! Rest assured, you will set the pace in a comfortable, safe place. You can know you’re working with a therapist with almost 30 years experience working with clients overcoming trauma, including domestic violence & sexual, emotional, & physical abuse, as well as neglect. If you want to explore issues with your grief, your relationship, your polyamory family, your LGBTQIA+ identity & relationships, your first responder career, depression or anxiety, let’s chat. You truly deserve it.
I’m proud of you for looking into taking care of yourself & your mental health through a therapeutic relationship. It can be intimidating to start therapy! Rest assured, you will set the pace in a comfortable, safe place. You can know you’re working with a therapist with almost 30 years experience working with clients overcoming trauma, including domestic violence & sexual, emotional, & physical abuse, as well as neglect. If you want to explore issues with your grief, your relationship, your polyamory family, your LGBTQIA+ identity & relationships, your first responder career, depression or anxiety, let’s chat. You truly deserve it.
Supervised by Sidney Starling M.Ed., LPC-S, LMFT-S. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate, passionate about collaborating with clients who are on their mental wellbeing journey. I believe the future is always negotiable and there is reason for hope. Change may not be easy, and may take time, reflection, and exploration. My ideal client is open, truthful, self-reflective, courageous, and willing to work towards what he/she/they want for their lives. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, or addiction, I believe we can work together to help you reach your goals.
Supervised by Sidney Starling M.Ed., LPC-S, LMFT-S. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate, passionate about collaborating with clients who are on their mental wellbeing journey. I believe the future is always negotiable and there is reason for hope. Change may not be easy, and may take time, reflection, and exploration. My ideal client is open, truthful, self-reflective, courageous, and willing to work towards what he/she/they want for their lives. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, or addiction, I believe we can work together to help you reach your goals.
I work with adults to address issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, chronic pain, illness and grief. I am also trained in Gottman relationship therapy. My patients learn the brain science behind the skills they are given to improve their health and quality of life. My approach is collaborative-- therapy is a journey into health and wholeness on which my patient and I travel together. I strive to provide a safe, relaxing environment in which one can move into self reflection and awareness and learn the skills to improve. i have been in private practice since 1993.
I work with adults to address issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, chronic pain, illness and grief. I am also trained in Gottman relationship therapy. My patients learn the brain science behind the skills they are given to improve their health and quality of life. My approach is collaborative-- therapy is a journey into health and wholeness on which my patient and I travel together. I strive to provide a safe, relaxing environment in which one can move into self reflection and awareness and learn the skills to improve. i have been in private practice since 1993.
Lisa R Willmon M. Ed. Lpc-S Pllc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Creek, TX 78612
I enjoy helping people navigate life. Extensive experience with children and adults, ie. adolescents, intellectual disabilities, autism, anxiety, depression grief, divorce, parenting skills, relationships. I have experience working with adults as well. I have 15+ years experience in counseling and have over 25 years experience working with children. I am not credentialed with medicare or medicaid. I am an on-line only therapist local to Bastrop. If you would like schedule therapy you can contact me with your name, phone , dob, and email address so that I can send you an invite to the HIPAA compliant platform I use.
I enjoy helping people navigate life. Extensive experience with children and adults, ie. adolescents, intellectual disabilities, autism, anxiety, depression grief, divorce, parenting skills, relationships. I have experience working with adults as well. I have 15+ years experience in counseling and have over 25 years experience working with children. I am not credentialed with medicare or medicaid. I am an on-line only therapist local to Bastrop. If you would like schedule therapy you can contact me with your name, phone , dob, and email address so that I can send you an invite to the HIPAA compliant platform I use.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing mental health support to individuals of all ages. I am genuine and down-to-earth, offering a safe and accepting environment. I provide counseling support on issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, setting boundaries, relationship issues, abuse, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing mental health support to individuals of all ages. I am genuine and down-to-earth, offering a safe and accepting environment. I provide counseling support on issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, setting boundaries, relationship issues, abuse, and trauma.
Nancy Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Del Valle, TX 78617 (Online Only)
Feeling fatigued or burnt out by the demands of your clinical practice? Good clinical supervision can help you create an expansive clinical practice, one that challenges you to grow while honoring the skills you enjoy using in your work. I'm a psychodynamically-trained social worker who specializes in clinical supervision and consultation, in both group and individual formats. I approach my work with compassion and a large dose of humor, engaging deeply with other clinicians to explore the possibilities of a richer work life, more aligned with their core values.
Feeling fatigued or burnt out by the demands of your clinical practice? Good clinical supervision can help you create an expansive clinical practice, one that challenges you to grow while honoring the skills you enjoy using in your work. I'm a psychodynamically-trained social worker who specializes in clinical supervision and consultation, in both group and individual formats. I approach my work with compassion and a large dose of humor, engaging deeply with other clinicians to explore the possibilities of a richer work life, more aligned with their core values.
Kristen Crossen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78747 (Online Only)
As a board certified psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. I've been practicing for 15 years, and my main focus is to help alleviate your pain, whether it be from depression, anxiety, trauma, or dissociation. I've excelled myself in and places great value on serving clients from diverse racial, gender, and sexual backgrounds. I am Deaf and fluent in American Sign Language.
As a board certified psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. I've been practicing for 15 years, and my main focus is to help alleviate your pain, whether it be from depression, anxiety, trauma, or dissociation. I've excelled myself in and places great value on serving clients from diverse racial, gender, and sexual backgrounds. I am Deaf and fluent in American Sign Language.
Robert M Seidel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Del Valle, TX 78617
I am an Honors graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with over 30 years experience helping people overcome anxiety & depression, resolve conflicts, deal with past hurts & traumas, improve communication and self esteem, and increase the quality of their relationships, as well as their work or school performance, in order that they may lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I also recently completed training to become a state-licensed, Clinical Social Work Supervisor for newly-graduated clinicians-in-training.
I am an Honors graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with over 30 years experience helping people overcome anxiety & depression, resolve conflicts, deal with past hurts & traumas, improve communication and self esteem, and increase the quality of their relationships, as well as their work or school performance, in order that they may lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I also recently completed training to become a state-licensed, Clinical Social Work Supervisor for newly-graduated clinicians-in-training.
I'm JoAnn Ponder, psychologist in private practice. I earned my Ph.D. in educational psychology in 1998, but started practicing with my M.A. in 1977. I have over 30 years of experience in working with children and adults in inpatient and outpatient treatment. I've had postgraduate training in play therapy, sandplay, infant-parent intervention, family/couples therapy, and child/adult psychoanalysis. Research has demonstrated that early experiences with significant others affect brain structure; foster individuation, self-esteem, and emotional regulation; and serve as templates for subsequent interpersonal relationships.
I'm JoAnn Ponder, psychologist in private practice. I earned my Ph.D. in educational psychology in 1998, but started practicing with my M.A. in 1977. I have over 30 years of experience in working with children and adults in inpatient and outpatient treatment. I've had postgraduate training in play therapy, sandplay, infant-parent intervention, family/couples therapy, and child/adult psychoanalysis. Research has demonstrated that early experiences with significant others affect brain structure; foster individuation, self-esteem, and emotional regulation; and serve as templates for subsequent interpersonal relationships.
Psychotherapy is an art and a science. The art is the use of oneself combining the intuitive sense; the naturalness in expressing comfort and caring; the ability to relate to all people; and the comfort in self-disclosure. The science is the skills and techniques we learn and the knowing what techniques will be helpful in moving clients beyond their walls towards a healthier life
Please go to my website at http://www.rachelgunner.com to read my philosophy about psychotherapy, coaching and mediation.
Psychotherapy is an art and a science. The art is the use of oneself combining the intuitive sense; the naturalness in expressing comfort and caring; the ability to relate to all people; and the comfort in self-disclosure. The science is the skills and techniques we learn and the knowing what techniques will be helpful in moving clients beyond their walls towards a healthier life
Please go to my website at http://www.rachelgunner.com to read my philosophy about psychotherapy, coaching and mediation.
Online Therapists
Bethny Gabriella Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78748 (Online Only)
My work is informed by mind-body connections, queer theory, and intersectionality.
Hi! I'm a relational/attachment-based, non-pathologizing, trauma-aware, and culturally affirming therapist for 2S LGBTQ+ folks, first gen, children of immigrants, and bicultural people and expats. I work with teens, young adults, and adults who are looking to explore their identity and/or manage anxiety, panic attacks, acute trauma, complex PTSD, intergenerational trauma, relationship stressors, and life transitions. We do a lot of identity work here - exploring who YOU are, and not just who other people want or expect you to be. Cycle-breakers, free spirits, and recovering people-pleasers are all welcome!
My work is informed by mind-body connections, queer theory, and intersectionality.
Hi! I'm a relational/attachment-based, non-pathologizing, trauma-aware, and culturally affirming therapist for 2S LGBTQ+ folks, first gen, children of immigrants, and bicultural people and expats. I work with teens, young adults, and adults who are looking to explore their identity and/or manage anxiety, panic attacks, acute trauma, complex PTSD, intergenerational trauma, relationship stressors, and life transitions. We do a lot of identity work here - exploring who YOU are, and not just who other people want or expect you to be. Cycle-breakers, free spirits, and recovering people-pleasers are all welcome!
Nathan Jay Galvan
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78723 (Online Only)
I'm passionate about supporting young teens and adults in the LGBTQIA+ community, providing a safe and welcoming environment to explore their identities and experiences.
The adventure of life can be a daunting journey, filled with challenging quests and unexpected obstacles. Finding the right therapist can feel like finding the right ally in a game – essential for your progress and well-being. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship, built on trust and connection, is key to effective therapy. My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood.
I'm passionate about supporting young teens and adults in the LGBTQIA+ community, providing a safe and welcoming environment to explore their identities and experiences.
The adventure of life can be a daunting journey, filled with challenging quests and unexpected obstacles. Finding the right therapist can feel like finding the right ally in a game – essential for your progress and well-being. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship, built on trust and connection, is key to effective therapy. My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood.
Tipping the Scales Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
I have extensive experience in working with the Transgender, LGBQ, Sex Worker, Kink and Polyamorous communities and I strive to provide people in these communities with the tools to heal and live the most empowered life possible.
Welcome, I am so happy you’re here! “Tipping the Scales: Psychotherapy to Deconstruct and Empower, PLLC” is a therapeutic practice designed to cater to people who are Transgender, LGBQ, Sex Workers, Polyamorous and Kink identified. The goal of this practice is to help to you explore and deconstruct any previously installed beliefs, value systems, moral frameworks or patterns of behavior and thinking that are no longer serving you so that you can lead your most empowered and authentic life on YOUR terms.
I have extensive experience in working with the Transgender, LGBQ, Sex Worker, Kink and Polyamorous communities and I strive to provide people in these communities with the tools to heal and live the most empowered life possible.
Welcome, I am so happy you’re here! “Tipping the Scales: Psychotherapy to Deconstruct and Empower, PLLC” is a therapeutic practice designed to cater to people who are Transgender, LGBQ, Sex Workers, Polyamorous and Kink identified. The goal of this practice is to help to you explore and deconstruct any previously installed beliefs, value systems, moral frameworks or patterns of behavior and thinking that are no longer serving you so that you can lead your most empowered and authentic life on YOUR terms.
Tyler Baker-Wilkinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77845
I specialize in working with Couples and LGBTQ+ adults.
Relating to people in an authentic, psychological way is my favorite pastime, and lucky for me it’s also my job! I’m an eclectic therapist who is committed to delivering the best ‘You’ based therapy we can develop together, utilizing our strengths, as well as theories and techniques along the way that support the changes you desire. I work from an LGBTQ+ Affirmative lens which helps all clients to strengthen and affirm their true Self. I embrace a person-centered and solutions focused philosophy, and rely on concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy, depth psychology, sociology, self-compassion and resiliency work.
I specialize in working with Couples and LGBTQ+ adults.
Relating to people in an authentic, psychological way is my favorite pastime, and lucky for me it’s also my job! I’m an eclectic therapist who is committed to delivering the best ‘You’ based therapy we can develop together, utilizing our strengths, as well as theories and techniques along the way that support the changes you desire. I work from an LGBTQ+ Affirmative lens which helps all clients to strengthen and affirm their true Self. I embrace a person-centered and solutions focused philosophy, and rely on concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy, depth psychology, sociology, self-compassion and resiliency work.
Em Bridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community committed to providing support to fellow members.
I want to help each of my clients find a sense of health - emotionally, physically, and sexually. Let's work together to sort through the things causing disruption in your everyday life including intimate relationships, sexuality, or general life transitions (starting or ending a relationship, coming out, exploring non-traditional relationships, etc.) I am committed to helping you move through anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and shame in order to help you increase connections with yourself and your community.
I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community committed to providing support to fellow members.
I want to help each of my clients find a sense of health - emotionally, physically, and sexually. Let's work together to sort through the things causing disruption in your everyday life including intimate relationships, sexuality, or general life transitions (starting or ending a relationship, coming out, exploring non-traditional relationships, etc.) I am committed to helping you move through anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and shame in order to help you increase connections with yourself and your community.
Enrique Antonio Munoz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701 (Online Only)
Members of the LGBTQIA+ community, You may feel like you have to be strong all the time. You may feel like you can't ask for help, because you've always been able to keep things together on your own. You may feel like you have to be the rock for everyone else, and that you can't let anyone down. But it's okay to ask for help. You're not weak for asking for help. In fact, it takes strength to admit that you need help. If you're feeling overwhelmed, or if you're struggling to cope with the challenges of being LGBTQIA+, therapy can help.
Members of the LGBTQIA+ community, You may feel like you have to be strong all the time. You may feel like you can't ask for help, because you've always been able to keep things together on your own. You may feel like you have to be the rock for everyone else, and that you can't let anyone down. But it's okay to ask for help. You're not weak for asking for help. In fact, it takes strength to admit that you need help. If you're feeling overwhelmed, or if you're struggling to cope with the challenges of being LGBTQIA+, therapy can help.
As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, I am passionate about offering services for these communities. I support folks who are seeking a safe space to discuss their gender or sexual identity as well as folks simply wanting to work with a queer therapist. I also enjoy working with individuals who are wanting support as they explore their own neurodivergent identities. I am sex positive and welcome clients of sexual, relational, and gender diversity. I am poly/ethical non-monogamy affirming and kink aware. As a white individual, I am committed to doing my own anti-racism work to unlearn oppressive values.
As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, I am passionate about offering services for these communities. I support folks who are seeking a safe space to discuss their gender or sexual identity as well as folks simply wanting to work with a queer therapist. I also enjoy working with individuals who are wanting support as they explore their own neurodivergent identities. I am sex positive and welcome clients of sexual, relational, and gender diversity. I am poly/ethical non-monogamy affirming and kink aware. As a white individual, I am committed to doing my own anti-racism work to unlearn oppressive values.
Brent Allen Ruebensam
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 73301 (Online Only)
Brent Ruebensam is a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Austin,Texas. Brent specializes in working with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+ seeking assistance either with particular issues or pursuing services to improve their overall mental health.
Brent Ruebensam is a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Austin,Texas. Brent specializes in working with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+ seeking assistance either with particular issues or pursuing services to improve their overall mental health.
Jeffrey Cabral
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78204 (Online Only)
As a Hispanic, Bilingual, Queer-identifying therapist in San Antonio, I am capable of navigating you towards success.
You may be experiencing symptoms and signs of depression that are weighing you down. Are you finding more triggers for anxiety that are impacting your ability to get through your day, such as the worldwide Covid pandemic or current social and political issues? Is your goal to develop healthy relationship boundaries with your significant other? Are you in search of LGBT affirming therapy? If the answer is Yes, this is where I step in. You need a professional support system and advocate to provide you a safe space where you can dig deep into those challenging emotions and begin to work on becoming your most authentic self.
As a Hispanic, Bilingual, Queer-identifying therapist in San Antonio, I am capable of navigating you towards success.
You may be experiencing symptoms and signs of depression that are weighing you down. Are you finding more triggers for anxiety that are impacting your ability to get through your day, such as the worldwide Covid pandemic or current social and political issues? Is your goal to develop healthy relationship boundaries with your significant other? Are you in search of LGBT affirming therapy? If the answer is Yes, this is where I step in. You need a professional support system and advocate to provide you a safe space where you can dig deep into those challenging emotions and begin to work on becoming your most authentic self.
Amber A J Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78750
Regardless of what life has thrown at you, I am here to go through it and grow through it with you. As a queer woman of color, I can relate to those who feel marginalized as a result of life’s most challenging situations and experiences. My goal is to help you effectively manage painful emotions and educate you to respond to difficult situations, thereby leading to a healthier, happier life. My approach is direct, open, and empathic. Respect, optimism and advocacy are at the core of my work. I specialize in counseling with individuals, couples, multi-partner relationships within LGBTQ+, and heterosexual communities of color.
Regardless of what life has thrown at you, I am here to go through it and grow through it with you. As a queer woman of color, I can relate to those who feel marginalized as a result of life’s most challenging situations and experiences. My goal is to help you effectively manage painful emotions and educate you to respond to difficult situations, thereby leading to a healthier, happier life. My approach is direct, open, and empathic. Respect, optimism and advocacy are at the core of my work. I specialize in counseling with individuals, couples, multi-partner relationships within LGBTQ+, and heterosexual communities of color.
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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.