LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Conroe, TX
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Ailyne Juarez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77301 (Online Only)
I enjoy proving gender affirming care to queer and trans youth.
Therapy should provide a safe space for people to be themselves without fear of judgement. I love working with people who are recovering from trauma, struggling with life transitions, or dealing with anxiety or depression. I provide a positive learning environment where teens and young adults can learn how to manage difficult emotions.
I enjoy proving gender affirming care to queer and trans youth.
Therapy should provide a safe space for people to be themselves without fear of judgement. I love working with people who are recovering from trauma, struggling with life transitions, or dealing with anxiety or depression. I provide a positive learning environment where teens and young adults can learn how to manage difficult emotions.
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My experience includes working with clients coping with anxiety, self-harming behaviors, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, LGBTQ+, and behavioral issues.
Congratulations on taking a big step towards a more fulfilling life. Are you unmotivated, hopeless, depressed, anxious, stuck, or feel disconnected? Have you experienced trauma or emotional distress through a life experience? My goal is to provide you with knowledge and individualized appropriate treatment. Most importantly, I will commit to supporting you as you walk the path towards experiencing a better quality of life. Together, we will work through challenging events, while rebuilding your confidence and empowerment.
My experience includes working with clients coping with anxiety, self-harming behaviors, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, LGBTQ+, and behavioral issues.
Congratulations on taking a big step towards a more fulfilling life. Are you unmotivated, hopeless, depressed, anxious, stuck, or feel disconnected? Have you experienced trauma or emotional distress through a life experience? My goal is to provide you with knowledge and individualized appropriate treatment. Most importantly, I will commit to supporting you as you walk the path towards experiencing a better quality of life. Together, we will work through challenging events, while rebuilding your confidence and empowerment.
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Mary Ann Hunt Sartori
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Conroe, TX 77301
My experiences include counseling couples, individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, bipolar disorder, gay/lesbian, and substance abuse.
Founder of Family & Youth Institute, I am a licensed professional counselor and counselor intern supervisor. I also hold a doctorate in educational leadership and am a certified school counselor. Dedicated to helping people live the best life possible, I believe individuals/families can resolve their own problems, make healthy choices, and build a good life with the appropriate tools and skills. My mission is to provide those tools and skills through an eclectic counseling approach, utilizing psycho-education, individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy, and systems theory. offer educational consulting to help navigate 504 and Special Education placement.
My experiences include counseling couples, individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, bipolar disorder, gay/lesbian, and substance abuse.
Founder of Family & Youth Institute, I am a licensed professional counselor and counselor intern supervisor. I also hold a doctorate in educational leadership and am a certified school counselor. Dedicated to helping people live the best life possible, I believe individuals/families can resolve their own problems, make healthy choices, and build a good life with the appropriate tools and skills. My mission is to provide those tools and skills through an eclectic counseling approach, utilizing psycho-education, individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy, and systems theory. offer educational consulting to help navigate 504 and Special Education placement.
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Change is scary, but so is staying the same. Pursuing therapy can be intimidating, but it is courageous work, so I am glad that you are here! I have experience working with concerns related to grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, and I enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community. My focus as a therapist is to provide you with unconditional support, validate your experiences and feelings, and challenge you to grow to achieve the desired change you seek.
Change is scary, but so is staying the same. Pursuing therapy can be intimidating, but it is courageous work, so I am glad that you are here! I have experience working with concerns related to grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, and I enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community. My focus as a therapist is to provide you with unconditional support, validate your experiences and feelings, and challenge you to grow to achieve the desired change you seek.
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Lisa Vanderpool
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Conroe, TX 77304 (Online Only)
Lisa Vanderpool is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Texas, working with clients statewide via telehealth. She works with adults and teenagers, specializing in anxiety, stress, depression, substance issues, life transitions, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues. Lisa's style and approach are well-suited for adults and teens dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, substance issues, life transitions, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, trauma, AD/HD, anger, relationship issues, parenting issues, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Lisa Vanderpool is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Texas, working with clients statewide via telehealth. She works with adults and teenagers, specializing in anxiety, stress, depression, substance issues, life transitions, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues. Lisa's style and approach are well-suited for adults and teens dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, substance issues, life transitions, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, trauma, AD/HD, anger, relationship issues, parenting issues, and LGBTQ+ issues.
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Connecting Minds Counseling & Play Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77384
We are dedicated to providing inclusive and affirming mental health care for individuals of all ages who have experienced trauma, identify as neurodivergent, and/or are part of the LGBTQ+ community. Our dedicated team of therapists is passionate about creating a safe and supportive space where everyone can feel seen, heard, and valued. Our therapists offer a range of specialized services, including play therapy and EMDR, to support healing and growth. Through trauma-informed, client-centered therapy, we support our clients in reclaiming their narratives, fostering resilience, and building fulfilling lives.
We are dedicated to providing inclusive and affirming mental health care for individuals of all ages who have experienced trauma, identify as neurodivergent, and/or are part of the LGBTQ+ community. Our dedicated team of therapists is passionate about creating a safe and supportive space where everyone can feel seen, heard, and valued. Our therapists offer a range of specialized services, including play therapy and EMDR, to support healing and growth. Through trauma-informed, client-centered therapy, we support our clients in reclaiming their narratives, fostering resilience, and building fulfilling lives.
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Vital Growth Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77301
Our team specializes in working with couples on communication problems, sexual difficulties, LGBTQ+ relationships, parenting, blended families, and infidelity.
At Vital Growth Counseling & Wellness, we offer individual counseling to help you learn how to take control of your life and respond to challenging situations with healthy coping skills. We may help you cope with major life changes, stress due to work, grief, chronic illness, and trauma from physical or sexual abuse. We also offer couples therapy as healthy relationships take intentional awareness and initiative, it's easy to slip into a roommate role and neglect the romance we once had.
Our team specializes in working with couples on communication problems, sexual difficulties, LGBTQ+ relationships, parenting, blended families, and infidelity.
At Vital Growth Counseling & Wellness, we offer individual counseling to help you learn how to take control of your life and respond to challenging situations with healthy coping skills. We may help you cope with major life changes, stress due to work, grief, chronic illness, and trauma from physical or sexual abuse. We also offer couples therapy as healthy relationships take intentional awareness and initiative, it's easy to slip into a roommate role and neglect the romance we once had.
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I specialize in helping teens and young adults (ages 13-28) with concerns related to trauma, anxiety, and stress. In our sessions, you'll find a safe, non-judgmental space where we can process your past experiences, help you cope in the present, and prepare you for a bright future. I am affirming of all identities and especially enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent populations.
I specialize in helping teens and young adults (ages 13-28) with concerns related to trauma, anxiety, and stress. In our sessions, you'll find a safe, non-judgmental space where we can process your past experiences, help you cope in the present, and prepare you for a bright future. I am affirming of all identities and especially enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent populations.
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I am passionate about working with people who struggle with feeling isolated and struggle to make connections in our modern world. People are social creatures, and need to interact with other people to feel fulfilled. I am here to help you tackle whatever issue is hanging over your head and causing stress. Even if you are unsure as to what the problem is, we can sit down and figure it out as a team.
I am passionate about working with people who struggle with feeling isolated and struggle to make connections in our modern world. People are social creatures, and need to interact with other people to feel fulfilled. I am here to help you tackle whatever issue is hanging over your head and causing stress. Even if you are unsure as to what the problem is, we can sit down and figure it out as a team.
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Jennifer Kassing
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77301 (Online Only)
Let's explore your story together, building a path towards healing and growth. Whether you're seeking individual, couples, or family sessions, I strive to provide a safe and nurturing space for your emotional well-being. My approach to therapy is rooted in evidence-based practices and is grounded in the belief that counseling is a collaborative process. I value diversity and inclusivity and work to be a sensitive and responsive therapist. With compassion and understanding, I work with my clients to help them build upon their strengths, gain deeper insights, learn, and attain the growth they desire.
Let's explore your story together, building a path towards healing and growth. Whether you're seeking individual, couples, or family sessions, I strive to provide a safe and nurturing space for your emotional well-being. My approach to therapy is rooted in evidence-based practices and is grounded in the belief that counseling is a collaborative process. I value diversity and inclusivity and work to be a sensitive and responsive therapist. With compassion and understanding, I work with my clients to help them build upon their strengths, gain deeper insights, learn, and attain the growth they desire.
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Vanessa Lorant is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2002. She has an M. A. in Professional Counseling and a B.S. in Psychology and Child Development. Vanessa builds a solid rapport with clients to establish trust and openness. She aims to create a safe space where clients feel heard and understood through listening and empathy. Compassion is of the utmost importance when it comes to this field and at the core of her practice.
Vanessa Lorant is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2002. She has an M. A. in Professional Counseling and a B.S. in Psychology and Child Development. Vanessa builds a solid rapport with clients to establish trust and openness. She aims to create a safe space where clients feel heard and understood through listening and empathy. Compassion is of the utmost importance when it comes to this field and at the core of her practice.
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Joyce Jeane-Latiolais
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Conroe, TX 77385 (Online Only)
Joyce Jeane-Latiolais, LPC Joyce Jeane-Latiolais is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 1991. She has a Master's of Science in Clinical Psychology. Joyce offers a non-judgmental space that is safe, open, and secure. Joyce works with her clients in that safe environment, where thoughts and feelings can be shared without the fear of shame or ridicule. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and purposeful life takes courage. Joyce is here to support and guide you in that process. In her free time, Joyce enjoys gardening, salt-water fishing, and making things in her work shed!.
Joyce Jeane-Latiolais, LPC Joyce Jeane-Latiolais is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 1991. She has a Master's of Science in Clinical Psychology. Joyce offers a non-judgmental space that is safe, open, and secure. Joyce works with her clients in that safe environment, where thoughts and feelings can be shared without the fear of shame or ridicule. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and purposeful life takes courage. Joyce is here to support and guide you in that process. In her free time, Joyce enjoys gardening, salt-water fishing, and making things in her work shed!.
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My goal as counselor is to help you have a more fulfilled, functional life holistically via sound mind, body and soul. I create a safe space for my clients to be their authentic selves in a non-judgmental environment to become the best versions of themselves.
My goal as counselor is to help you have a more fulfilled, functional life holistically via sound mind, body and soul. I create a safe space for my clients to be their authentic selves in a non-judgmental environment to become the best versions of themselves.
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You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. You deserve to overcome and persevere. You deserve a chance to heal and overcome obstacles that hinder you from your best self. My ideal patient is focused upon personal growth and healing while processing events and thoughts, even when others or self doesn't understand them. Utilizing therapy to build/establish trust to discuss difficult topics even where honesty is needed. One of bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story, your own truth, no matter how it looks. I look forward to hearing from you and being a pa of your journey.
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. You deserve to overcome and persevere. You deserve a chance to heal and overcome obstacles that hinder you from your best self. My ideal patient is focused upon personal growth and healing while processing events and thoughts, even when others or self doesn't understand them. Utilizing therapy to build/establish trust to discuss difficult topics even where honesty is needed. One of bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story, your own truth, no matter how it looks. I look forward to hearing from you and being a pa of your journey.
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Wendy Voyles
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77301
Are you going through a life transition and not sure about your next steps? Anxiety, depression, or relationship conflict can make you feel alone even when you're surrounded by others. It may seem as though you're barely keeping your head above water. Frustration, confusion, and sadness may be robbing the joy from your life. I can help.
Are you going through a life transition and not sure about your next steps? Anxiety, depression, or relationship conflict can make you feel alone even when you're surrounded by others. It may seem as though you're barely keeping your head above water. Frustration, confusion, and sadness may be robbing the joy from your life. I can help.
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Ashley F Ward-Hines
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77301 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Dr. Ashley Ward, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment so you can rediscover your strengths. I am EMDR-trained and CBT certified.
Hi, my name is Dr. Ashley Ward, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment so you can rediscover your strengths. I am EMDR-trained and CBT certified.
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Serenity Ranch Wellness, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77301
We work with people and those with relationship issues. We believe that clients have the ability to choose how to resolve their own problems and can make their own decisions with my assistance as a facilitator. We believe that clients are responsible for their own behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. As a counselor, We hope to promote our client’s greater self-awareness through evaluating and resolving their life experiences that lead to increased confidence, self-esteem, independence, mental health, and the capacity to effectively navigate the complex challenges of life. Please call or visit website. Email does not always work.
We work with people and those with relationship issues. We believe that clients have the ability to choose how to resolve their own problems and can make their own decisions with my assistance as a facilitator. We believe that clients are responsible for their own behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. As a counselor, We hope to promote our client’s greater self-awareness through evaluating and resolving their life experiences that lead to increased confidence, self-esteem, independence, mental health, and the capacity to effectively navigate the complex challenges of life. Please call or visit website. Email does not always work.
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After 30 years as an occupational therapist helping individuals overcome physical challenges, I returned to school to pursue my desire to become a licensed counselor. I believe that mental health is as important as physical ability and that it is never too late to pursue a dream. I believe that asking for help is a sign of strength rather than one of weakness.
After 30 years as an occupational therapist helping individuals overcome physical challenges, I returned to school to pursue my desire to become a licensed counselor. I believe that mental health is as important as physical ability and that it is never too late to pursue a dream. I believe that asking for help is a sign of strength rather than one of weakness.
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Hi, I'm April, a professional specializing in anxiety, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I am well-versed in trauma-informed care and have received training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). My practice is tailored to individuals aged 18 and above, and I possess a particular expertise in working with neurodiverse clients, including those with Autism and ADHD. My background includes a Master's degree in Education/Counseling, and I bring 14 years of experience as a Special Education Teacher to my counseling work.
Hi, I'm April, a professional specializing in anxiety, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I am well-versed in trauma-informed care and have received training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). My practice is tailored to individuals aged 18 and above, and I possess a particular expertise in working with neurodiverse clients, including those with Autism and ADHD. My background includes a Master's degree in Education/Counseling, and I bring 14 years of experience as a Special Education Teacher to my counseling work.
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Cecilia R Andrews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Conroe, TX 77304
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who holds a Master’s of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Houston and a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from Sam Houston State University. I utilize a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, and various other modalities to customize a treatment plan for each client.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who holds a Master’s of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Houston and a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from Sam Houston State University. I utilize a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, and various other modalities to customize a treatment plan for each client.
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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.