LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Dallas, TX
Lauren Pennington
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC, Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75208
As a queer woman, my focus is to offer a safe, trauma-informed space where you can explore the unspoken stuff at your own pace.
Are you in a transitional phase of life struggling with understanding your identity, anxiety, and self-acceptance? Maybe you find yourself wondering "What's wrong with me?" or "Where do I belong?" Whether it’s trying to figure out your sexual or gender identity, feeling unhappy with your sex life, or feeling sad but not knowing why—many people feel like they have to keep their struggles hidden. Maybe you’ve avoided therapy because it's too weird for you to discuss these feelings, or you fear being judged or misunderstood. It sucks to feel alone like that...but you don't have to.
As a queer woman, my focus is to offer a safe, trauma-informed space where you can explore the unspoken stuff at your own pace.
Are you in a transitional phase of life struggling with understanding your identity, anxiety, and self-acceptance? Maybe you find yourself wondering "What's wrong with me?" or "Where do I belong?" Whether it’s trying to figure out your sexual or gender identity, feeling unhappy with your sex life, or feeling sad but not knowing why—many people feel like they have to keep their struggles hidden. Maybe you’ve avoided therapy because it's too weird for you to discuss these feelings, or you fear being judged or misunderstood. It sucks to feel alone like that...but you don't have to.
As a queer Indian woman with immigrant parents, I love being able to draw from my variety of experiences to connect with others and encourage inclusivity where everyone feels encouraged to take up space.
I aspire to introduce aspects of Vedic or holistic approaches that can help fellow South Asians and other minorities feel represented, catered to, and seen. I form therapy around the cultural environments and familial structures we grew up with to heal from intergenerational trauma. I encourage discussion of identity and intersectionality to help clients gain clarity on what needs they want fulfilled. I hope to represent marginalized populations and give a voice to the voiceless, as all people deserve access to the best healthcare and mental health resources. With a rapport immersed in trust, we can uplift your authentic self!
As a queer Indian woman with immigrant parents, I love being able to draw from my variety of experiences to connect with others and encourage inclusivity where everyone feels encouraged to take up space.
I aspire to introduce aspects of Vedic or holistic approaches that can help fellow South Asians and other minorities feel represented, catered to, and seen. I form therapy around the cultural environments and familial structures we grew up with to heal from intergenerational trauma. I encourage discussion of identity and intersectionality to help clients gain clarity on what needs they want fulfilled. I hope to represent marginalized populations and give a voice to the voiceless, as all people deserve access to the best healthcare and mental health resources. With a rapport immersed in trust, we can uplift your authentic self!
Brian Kennedy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
Accepting New Clients. I assist clients with various issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, substance use, and trauma. I am an an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who believes individuals want to live a more manageable life and are doing the best they can with the tools that they have. I can provide you with the tools to do that. Change can be difficult, but the process can be easier when with someone by your side to help you through it. I want to support you as you work to overcome whatever struggles life has thrown at you.
Accepting New Clients. I assist clients with various issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, substance use, and trauma. I am an an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who believes individuals want to live a more manageable life and are doing the best they can with the tools that they have. I can provide you with the tools to do that. Change can be difficult, but the process can be easier when with someone by your side to help you through it. I want to support you as you work to overcome whatever struggles life has thrown at you.
Shawn Chrisman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MEd, MS, CHyp, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
My specialities include: * Anxiety / Depression * Relationship Issues (Communication / Conflict Resolution / Desire & Intimacy Disconnects) * Divorce / Premarital Counseling * Diverse Relationships (Open Relationships / Poly Relationships / Kink) * Sexual Concerns (Low Desire / Erectile Issues) * LGBT clients (Gender Identity / Coming Out / Transitioning).
Struggling to connect with your authentic self? Looking for a sense of peace or contentment? When you have positive feelings about yourself, you experience daily joy, have better relationships and increase performance. When you encounter a block to these positive feelings, you may experience anxiety, depression, and be unsatisfied with relationships. We work together to help you find their best self, navigate intimacy, tackle communication issues & bridge other relationships gaps. We also work together to overcome those deeper blocks that prevent us from making lasting change.
My specialities include: * Anxiety / Depression * Relationship Issues (Communication / Conflict Resolution / Desire & Intimacy Disconnects) * Divorce / Premarital Counseling * Diverse Relationships (Open Relationships / Poly Relationships / Kink) * Sexual Concerns (Low Desire / Erectile Issues) * LGBT clients (Gender Identity / Coming Out / Transitioning).
Struggling to connect with your authentic self? Looking for a sense of peace or contentment? When you have positive feelings about yourself, you experience daily joy, have better relationships and increase performance. When you encounter a block to these positive feelings, you may experience anxiety, depression, and be unsatisfied with relationships. We work together to help you find their best self, navigate intimacy, tackle communication issues & bridge other relationships gaps. We also work together to overcome those deeper blocks that prevent us from making lasting change.
I specialize in treating adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and PTSD. I also have expertise in treating ADHD and disordered eating. I have a passion for working with members of the LGBTQ+ community and helping people overcome religious trauma to live a life aligned with their values.
I specialize in treating adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and PTSD. I also have expertise in treating ADHD and disordered eating. I have a passion for working with members of the LGBTQ+ community and helping people overcome religious trauma to live a life aligned with their values.
Phillip McCulley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
Whether you're straight, gay, bisexual, or transgender, I can help.
If you're looking for a therapist who understands LGBTQ issues, I can help. As someone who is part of the community, I personally understand the issues that are specific to gay and lesbian couples and individuals. I also specialize in helping those who are part of the transgender and gender variant community. I help people enhance their relationships, find greater comfort in their lives, and feel comfortable in who they are. Grief, depression, addictions, coping with coming out, and relationship problems don't have to hold you back from the life you want to live. Contact me today.
Whether you're straight, gay, bisexual, or transgender, I can help.
If you're looking for a therapist who understands LGBTQ issues, I can help. As someone who is part of the community, I personally understand the issues that are specific to gay and lesbian couples and individuals. I also specialize in helping those who are part of the transgender and gender variant community. I help people enhance their relationships, find greater comfort in their lives, and feel comfortable in who they are. Grief, depression, addictions, coping with coming out, and relationship problems don't have to hold you back from the life you want to live. Contact me today.
I work with specialties of LGBTQ+, depression, anxiety, ADHD, disruptive mood disorder and many others.
Hello, I am Dakota and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been practicing between 3-4 years now and have multiple different specialties.
I work with specialties of LGBTQ+, depression, anxiety, ADHD, disruptive mood disorder and many others.
Hello, I am Dakota and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been practicing between 3-4 years now and have multiple different specialties.
I utilize systems theory, queer theory, and critical race theory often.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here! I am a licensed clinical social worker offering virtual therapy to individuals in Texas and Louisiana. My specialities lie in working with survivors of trauma, abuse and assault, LGBTQIA+ adults and teens, and those experiencing chronic illness. As a queer person myself, I value knowing I can access therapy from a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. My job is to meet you where you are and assess how your feelings, experiences, and the systems we live in impact how you make sense of the world. Learning about ourselves in such a way impacts the way we navigate our lives, for the better.
I utilize systems theory, queer theory, and critical race theory often.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here! I am a licensed clinical social worker offering virtual therapy to individuals in Texas and Louisiana. My specialities lie in working with survivors of trauma, abuse and assault, LGBTQIA+ adults and teens, and those experiencing chronic illness. As a queer person myself, I value knowing I can access therapy from a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. My job is to meet you where you are and assess how your feelings, experiences, and the systems we live in impact how you make sense of the world. Learning about ourselves in such a way impacts the way we navigate our lives, for the better.
Renee S Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PhDEE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75244
I am trans myself and have helped well over 2000 individuals transition.
I first wish you well in your search to find a counselor that you can connect to. I have participated in counseling off and on throughout my life and consider our mental health as important as our physical health. Connection and relating are important in the counseling process. It is my hope to provide you with a warm and caring space. I do my best to be genuine and authentic and hope you feel comfortable enough to be yourself and share your thoughts and feelings without that fear of judgment. At the core of my philosophy, I believe truth, love and consciousness are traits we do best to foster.
I am trans myself and have helped well over 2000 individuals transition.
I first wish you well in your search to find a counselor that you can connect to. I have participated in counseling off and on throughout my life and consider our mental health as important as our physical health. Connection and relating are important in the counseling process. It is my hope to provide you with a warm and caring space. I do my best to be genuine and authentic and hope you feel comfortable enough to be yourself and share your thoughts and feelings without that fear of judgment. At the core of my philosophy, I believe truth, love and consciousness are traits we do best to foster.
As an openly queer and neurodivergent counselor, I understand the importance of creating a space of trust, safety, resilience, and healing so I strive to provide that for my clients.
The weight of past trauma has profound effects on the body and mind. If your daily responsibilities and obligations feel like they are crushing you and leave little room for your own well-being, I understand. I have been there myself and walked alongside many who are navigating life’s challenges. I have seen clients that struggle with complex trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, religious abuse, depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal ideations, substance use, and/or dissociative disorders find relief when they have a safe space to let out the emotions that have been trapped inside of them.
As an openly queer and neurodivergent counselor, I understand the importance of creating a space of trust, safety, resilience, and healing so I strive to provide that for my clients.
The weight of past trauma has profound effects on the body and mind. If your daily responsibilities and obligations feel like they are crushing you and leave little room for your own well-being, I understand. I have been there myself and walked alongside many who are navigating life’s challenges. I have seen clients that struggle with complex trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, religious abuse, depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal ideations, substance use, and/or dissociative disorders find relief when they have a safe space to let out the emotions that have been trapped inside of them.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSWS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75201 (Online Only)
I am a sex positive, queer positive clinician, open to discuss alternative lifestyles, relationships, kink, and sexuality.
I'm the owner/Clinical Director of Beautiful Balance PLLC. and I have over 15 yo of clinical experience. I am a couples/relationship therapist and coach specializing in LGBTQIA+, Polyamory/ Non-Monogamy and Kink/BDSM. I am a board approved supervisor for LMWS's in Texas and am currently accepting new supervisees.
I am a sex positive, queer positive clinician, open to discuss alternative lifestyles, relationships, kink, and sexuality.
I'm the owner/Clinical Director of Beautiful Balance PLLC. and I have over 15 yo of clinical experience. I am a couples/relationship therapist and coach specializing in LGBTQIA+, Polyamory/ Non-Monogamy and Kink/BDSM. I am a board approved supervisor for LMWS's in Texas and am currently accepting new supervisees.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75252
I specialize in addiction, codependency, trauma and LGBTQ issues. I am an LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist and treat all my clients with the dignity, respect, and affirmation they deserve. I am trained in EMDR, an evidence-based therapy that alleviates distress caused by traumatic memories.
I specialize in addiction, codependency, trauma and LGBTQ issues. I am an LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist and treat all my clients with the dignity, respect, and affirmation they deserve. I am trained in EMDR, an evidence-based therapy that alleviates distress caused by traumatic memories.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas. I have experience in a wide array of mental health fields, including working with individuals who have experienced trauma, grief & loss, and depression. I am passionate about working with culturally diverse populations, including those in the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ community.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas. I have experience in a wide array of mental health fields, including working with individuals who have experienced trauma, grief & loss, and depression. I am passionate about working with culturally diverse populations, including those in the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ community.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help, and I’m glad you’re here! I specialize in helping people who are anxious and hard on themselves experience more self-compassion, and I have a special heart for working with the LGBTQ+ community. Many of my clients have put in their best effort to make changes but find themselves stuck. They often feel alone, frustrated, helpless, or guilty. My approach helps uncover the origin of your challenges and show up unapologetically as yourself.
It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help, and I’m glad you’re here! I specialize in helping people who are anxious and hard on themselves experience more self-compassion, and I have a special heart for working with the LGBTQ+ community. Many of my clients have put in their best effort to make changes but find themselves stuck. They often feel alone, frustrated, helpless, or guilty. My approach helps uncover the origin of your challenges and show up unapologetically as yourself.
Sara Elizabeth Sanchez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MEd, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75235
I am proud to identify as queer and find joy in working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Do you find yourself at a crossroads and in need of some support? While change can be scary it can also offer new opportunities for growth and insight. Transitions can light up the unhealed parts of us, and make it difficult to discern our truth from the stories we’ve been told about who others think we are. My role in this is to help you discern what you want to take with you along the way and explore with you what’s standing in the way of you living your most authentic life.
I am proud to identify as queer and find joy in working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Do you find yourself at a crossroads and in need of some support? While change can be scary it can also offer new opportunities for growth and insight. Transitions can light up the unhealed parts of us, and make it difficult to discern our truth from the stories we’ve been told about who others think we are. My role in this is to help you discern what you want to take with you along the way and explore with you what’s standing in the way of you living your most authentic life.
Claire Howard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MM
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75205
Hi y’all! I am a queer therapist for queer couples and individuals in Dallas, TX. I provide both virtual and in-person talk therapy sessions from my office in Highland Park, TX. My specialty areas are queer relationships, folks who identify as trans or gender non-conforming, and classical musicians. I believe that you deserve a space to be seen for exactly who you are, honor the voice of your intuition, and gain a supportive perspective.
Hi y’all! I am a queer therapist for queer couples and individuals in Dallas, TX. I provide both virtual and in-person talk therapy sessions from my office in Highland Park, TX. My specialty areas are queer relationships, folks who identify as trans or gender non-conforming, and classical musicians. I believe that you deserve a space to be seen for exactly who you are, honor the voice of your intuition, and gain a supportive perspective.
*****ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS***** I work collaboratively with my clients who are stuggling with various issues such as substance abuse, anxiety, depression, life changes, and LGBTQIA+ issues.
*****ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS***** I work collaboratively with my clients who are stuggling with various issues such as substance abuse, anxiety, depression, life changes, and LGBTQIA+ issues.
Bailey Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75233
I am a trauma informed counselor with a specific focus on neurodivergence, LGBTQIA+, and women’s issues.
Do you want to connect more deeply and authentically with yourself and others? Would you like to explore and more profoundly understand your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? You might desire feelings of security, belongingness, or you may be looking for someone to bear witness to your innermost self. I offer a relational approach with an emphasis on intersecting identities. Together, we’ll explore how your identities (such as race, gender, sexuality, ability status, neurodivergence, socioeconomic status, etc) have influenced your life’s circumstances and development.
I am a trauma informed counselor with a specific focus on neurodivergence, LGBTQIA+, and women’s issues.
Do you want to connect more deeply and authentically with yourself and others? Would you like to explore and more profoundly understand your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? You might desire feelings of security, belongingness, or you may be looking for someone to bear witness to your innermost self. I offer a relational approach with an emphasis on intersecting identities. Together, we’ll explore how your identities (such as race, gender, sexuality, ability status, neurodivergence, socioeconomic status, etc) have influenced your life’s circumstances and development.
I am a therapist with over 20 years of experience & a published author who has worked with LGBT individuals, couples, & families at this practice for over a decade. If you or someone you love are within this population and looking for a therapist who understands the unique aspects of life within this community, know that you have come to the right place. Come into therapy confident that this therapist knows & understands the unique challenges facing our community in Texas, and know that you will be safe here.
I am a therapist with over 20 years of experience & a published author who has worked with LGBT individuals, couples, & families at this practice for over a decade. If you or someone you love are within this population and looking for a therapist who understands the unique aspects of life within this community, know that you have come to the right place. Come into therapy confident that this therapist knows & understands the unique challenges facing our community in Texas, and know that you will be safe here.
Lea M. Roman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75230 (Online Only)
Lea’s work includes helping LGBTQIA+ folks find healing from various religious frameworks which have unfortunately weaponized theology as a form of spiritual abuse.
Lea deeply values cultural diversity and respect for the unique lens that each individual possesses, and through which- experiences their environment. Lea believes it is of the utmost importance to provide a trauma-informed perspective for all marginalized populations including BIPOC. As such, she prides herself on being an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist and advocate whom places great emphasis upon awareness of multiculturalism. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Lea feels as if she can offer an intimate form of empathy to her clients.
Lea’s work includes helping LGBTQIA+ folks find healing from various religious frameworks which have unfortunately weaponized theology as a form of spiritual abuse.
Lea deeply values cultural diversity and respect for the unique lens that each individual possesses, and through which- experiences their environment. Lea believes it is of the utmost importance to provide a trauma-informed perspective for all marginalized populations including BIPOC. As such, she prides herself on being an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist and advocate whom places great emphasis upon awareness of multiculturalism. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Lea feels as if she can offer an intimate form of empathy to her clients.
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