LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Garden Ridge, TX
Consulting By Michelle, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Verified Verified
Garden Ridge, TX 78266
Are you worried about a child who is struggling with the challenges that come with facing the adolescent years? Are you a teen or young adult scared and seeking help to overcome the obstacles you are facing at school or at home? Are you in college or out of college and in need of support during these transitional years? If so, please allow me the opportunity to help! I work with ages 14 - 75 and the developmental years in school as well as transitions in life offer many challenges and with my experience I can help develop an individualized treatment plan to incorporate tools and strategies to make these journeys smoother.
Are you worried about a child who is struggling with the challenges that come with facing the adolescent years? Are you a teen or young adult scared and seeking help to overcome the obstacles you are facing at school or at home? Are you in college or out of college and in need of support during these transitional years? If so, please allow me the opportunity to help! I work with ages 14 - 75 and the developmental years in school as well as transitions in life offer many challenges and with my experience I can help develop an individualized treatment plan to incorporate tools and strategies to make these journeys smoother.
Christina Ashby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CFRC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Garden Ridge, TX 78266
ACCELERATED RESOLUTION THERAPY Therapist… If you've decided to seek help and you're entrusting a therapist with your most personal concerns, it is vitally important that the fit be right. Hope and relief come sooner when you find a therapist you feel comfortable with and has the experience you need. I have been in the ministry of helping individuals, families and couples most of my adult life. I balance the concerns you have while also ministering. I strive to meet people where they are, help them understand their strengths, and aid in the empowerment of taking charge of and developing their lives.
ACCELERATED RESOLUTION THERAPY Therapist… If you've decided to seek help and you're entrusting a therapist with your most personal concerns, it is vitally important that the fit be right. Hope and relief come sooner when you find a therapist you feel comfortable with and has the experience you need. I have been in the ministry of helping individuals, families and couples most of my adult life. I balance the concerns you have while also ministering. I strive to meet people where they are, help them understand their strengths, and aid in the empowerment of taking charge of and developing their lives.
Beatrice M. Chapa
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Garden Ridge, TX 78266 (Online Only)
Therapy is a very personal experience. From managing emotions, to coping with life stressors, to improving relationships, each person has their own reason for wanting to begin therapy. I work with each client to identify specific changes they want to make and find the tools to make them. My focus is to consider your individual situation first, working collaboratively to reach the goals you choose. There are many ways therapy can be helpful if you are feeling overwhelmed. I can provide a calm place as you learn to cope with difficult feelings. Call if you are ready to make changes.
Therapy is a very personal experience. From managing emotions, to coping with life stressors, to improving relationships, each person has their own reason for wanting to begin therapy. I work with each client to identify specific changes they want to make and find the tools to make them. My focus is to consider your individual situation first, working collaboratively to reach the goals you choose. There are many ways therapy can be helpful if you are feeling overwhelmed. I can provide a calm place as you learn to cope with difficult feelings. Call if you are ready to make changes.
Nici Graves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden Ridge, TX 78266 (Online Only)
I believe in the human capacity for resilience & work collaboratively with clients on successfully living with and growing from the effects of stress, illness, loss, & trauma. You have the right to enjoy a more satisfying life of creativity & fulfillment, embodying the amazing human you were created to be. Grief is inevitable. Sometimes we don't know how to feel or be with emotions so we 'stuff' them in maladaptive ways.
I believe in the human capacity for resilience & work collaboratively with clients on successfully living with and growing from the effects of stress, illness, loss, & trauma. You have the right to enjoy a more satisfying life of creativity & fulfillment, embodying the amazing human you were created to be. Grief is inevitable. Sometimes we don't know how to feel or be with emotions so we 'stuff' them in maladaptive ways.
Laura Kotlowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, NCC, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garden Ridge, TX 78266
I feel privileged & blessed to witness clients' change processes. I seek to use therapy modalities that work best for individualized client care, & I am grateful to serve in settings that align perfectly with my beliefs in achieving recovery. I am humbled to witness the healing that occurs in therapy where there was previously confusion, pain, & hopelessness. It is my life's passion to support & encourage others.
I feel privileged & blessed to witness clients' change processes. I seek to use therapy modalities that work best for individualized client care, & I am grateful to serve in settings that align perfectly with my beliefs in achieving recovery. I am humbled to witness the healing that occurs in therapy where there was previously confusion, pain, & hopelessness. It is my life's passion to support & encourage others.
¡Bienvenidos! We're delighted to offer bilingual counseling services in the Corpus Christi area. With expertise in individual, couples, family, and crisis intervention counseling, we're here to support you through life's challenges.
¡Bienvenidos! We're delighted to offer bilingual counseling services in the Corpus Christi area. With expertise in individual, couples, family, and crisis intervention counseling, we're here to support you through life's challenges.
Tanya Navarro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden Ridge, TX 78266
Hello, My name is Tanya Navarro and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Northeast Counseling Center. My goal with clients is to help them get through challenging times such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions. At the same time, I empower clients with person centered approaches. I am dedicated to providing a relationship that is collaborative.
Hello, My name is Tanya Navarro and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Northeast Counseling Center. My goal with clients is to help them get through challenging times such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions. At the same time, I empower clients with person centered approaches. I am dedicated to providing a relationship that is collaborative.
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Tonya M Boyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78132 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ community, anxiety, attachment, and stress.
We all deserve to feel at home and safe in our bodies and minds, and it’s my passion to help others find this place. Are you in need of affordable and flexible counseling? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated with life? Are you seeking support, guidance, and understanding? Do you feel you have little support, and no one to talk to or listen? Are you seeking self-empowerment? Are you seeking to overcome life’s challenges and reach your personal goals? You came to the right profile. Here at Ellie Mental Heath, we accept self-pay and insurance. Hit me up to schedule your appointment.
I specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ community, anxiety, attachment, and stress.
We all deserve to feel at home and safe in our bodies and minds, and it’s my passion to help others find this place. Are you in need of affordable and flexible counseling? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated with life? Are you seeking support, guidance, and understanding? Do you feel you have little support, and no one to talk to or listen? Are you seeking self-empowerment? Are you seeking to overcome life’s challenges and reach your personal goals? You came to the right profile. Here at Ellie Mental Heath, we accept self-pay and insurance. Hit me up to schedule your appointment.
Cherise Miles
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78217
My areas of focus are trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, spiritual abuse, shame, LGBTQIA+ issues, and self-esteem.
How are you today? Really, how are you? Browsing these pages can be overwhelming – the unfamiliar words, the multitude of smiling faces. Those smiles can seem insulting in the face of overwhelming depression. Who do you pick? It’s okay to have questions and doubts; it’s okay to pick someone and change your mind once you meet them. My name is Cherise (she/her) and I am an LPC-Associate. This means that I have the education and experience to have a provisional license to counsel, but must do so under supervision. You not only have a qualified therapist, you also have a second, more experienced therapist behind the scenes.
My areas of focus are trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, spiritual abuse, shame, LGBTQIA+ issues, and self-esteem.
How are you today? Really, how are you? Browsing these pages can be overwhelming – the unfamiliar words, the multitude of smiling faces. Those smiles can seem insulting in the face of overwhelming depression. Who do you pick? It’s okay to have questions and doubts; it’s okay to pick someone and change your mind once you meet them. My name is Cherise (she/her) and I am an LPC-Associate. This means that I have the education and experience to have a provisional license to counsel, but must do so under supervision. You not only have a qualified therapist, you also have a second, more experienced therapist behind the scenes.
I am happy to see all age groups, genders, and diagnoses, and my specialties include the LGBT community and teenagers.
It is normal to feel stuck, anxious, or afraid during all stages of life. I am here to walk you through those challenges to help you reach your full potential. I provide a safe, judgment free space to discuss any and all challenges that life brings you. I allow clients to play a huge role in the direction of their session, providing a place to discuss past traumas and struggles when they feel ready to do so. Our goal is for you leave each session with a better understanding of who you are and how you will overcome what lies ahead.
I am happy to see all age groups, genders, and diagnoses, and my specialties include the LGBT community and teenagers.
It is normal to feel stuck, anxious, or afraid during all stages of life. I am here to walk you through those challenges to help you reach your full potential. I provide a safe, judgment free space to discuss any and all challenges that life brings you. I allow clients to play a huge role in the direction of their session, providing a place to discuss past traumas and struggles when they feel ready to do so. Our goal is for you leave each session with a better understanding of who you are and how you will overcome what lies ahead.
Aseel T Steward
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78239 (Online Only)
Having worked in the field of therapy for over 15 years, I have been able to help children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ issues.
I am licensed in Texas with over 15 years of Therapy experience. I have experience in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I received my M.S at William Carey University in Psychology. My treatment approach is CBT, solution-focused, and client-centered. I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, PTSD, grief, marriage and family related problems, stress, and LGBTQ+.
Having worked in the field of therapy for over 15 years, I have been able to help children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ issues.
I am licensed in Texas with over 15 years of Therapy experience. I have experience in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I received my M.S at William Carey University in Psychology. My treatment approach is CBT, solution-focused, and client-centered. I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, PTSD, grief, marriage and family related problems, stress, and LGBTQ+.
Dr. Kathy Phoenix
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Selma, TX 78154 (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting clients through life transitions, chronic and terminal illness, trauma events, and complicated grief/bereavement, with a specialty in working with the veteran and LGBTQ+ elder communities.
Life happens. And sometimes it can feel so overwhelming. Being able to process your fears, concerns, and uncertainties with someone else can help make dealing with difficult times more manageable . It has been my privilege for over 30 years to journey with individuals going through their rough moments. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have enjoyed working in the areas of Mental Health, Life Transitions, Grief/Bereavement, Geriatrics, Long-Term Care and Hospice/Palliative Care.
I specialize in supporting clients through life transitions, chronic and terminal illness, trauma events, and complicated grief/bereavement, with a specialty in working with the veteran and LGBTQ+ elder communities.
Life happens. And sometimes it can feel so overwhelming. Being able to process your fears, concerns, and uncertainties with someone else can help make dealing with difficult times more manageable . It has been my privilege for over 30 years to journey with individuals going through their rough moments. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have enjoyed working in the areas of Mental Health, Life Transitions, Grief/Bereavement, Geriatrics, Long-Term Care and Hospice/Palliative Care.
Landon Cotton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78261 (Online Only)
Anyone who has ever experienced a challenging life event knows how difficult it can be to talk to someone about it. Healing from these experiences is a process. If you're reading this, then you are already taking one of the most challenging steps in that process: reaching out. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Austin, Texas. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ experiences, anxiety, depression, men's issues, and relationship challenges.
Anyone who has ever experienced a challenging life event knows how difficult it can be to talk to someone about it. Healing from these experiences is a process. If you're reading this, then you are already taking one of the most challenging steps in that process: reaching out. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Austin, Texas. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ experiences, anxiety, depression, men's issues, and relationship challenges.
Kayleigh Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78247
As a therapist specializing in LGBTQ+ experiences and trauma, I can help by providing a safe and affirming space for self-exploration and healing.
Feeling confused, overwhelmed, and conflicted about your identity, past trauma, and future can be incredibly challenging. As a counselor specializing in LGBTQIA+ experiences and trauma, I am here to see you and support you every step of the way. You deserve a safe and nurturing space to explore your identity and heal from past wounds. Your challenges are valid, and your aspirations—whether they involve self-acceptance, healing, or building healthier relationships—are within reach. Together, we will navigate this journey, empowering you to embrace your authentic self and thrive.
As a therapist specializing in LGBTQ+ experiences and trauma, I can help by providing a safe and affirming space for self-exploration and healing.
Feeling confused, overwhelmed, and conflicted about your identity, past trauma, and future can be incredibly challenging. As a counselor specializing in LGBTQIA+ experiences and trauma, I am here to see you and support you every step of the way. You deserve a safe and nurturing space to explore your identity and heal from past wounds. Your challenges are valid, and your aspirations—whether they involve self-acceptance, healing, or building healthier relationships—are within reach. Together, we will navigate this journey, empowering you to embrace your authentic self and thrive.
Kristin Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Schertz, TX 78108 (Online Only)
We all have experienced times when life seems challenging. Whether it be a period of transition, ongoing struggles with mental wellness or a loss that can seem overwhelming. You don’t have to go through these times alone. And in these moments, you might benefit by chatting with a counselor. I specialize in working with adults in the following areas: LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic illness, unconventional relationships, divorce, infidelity, self-esteem, grief/loss and trauma. I use a combination of skills and interventions to foster resiliency and empower clients to reach their individualized goals.
We all have experienced times when life seems challenging. Whether it be a period of transition, ongoing struggles with mental wellness or a loss that can seem overwhelming. You don’t have to go through these times alone. And in these moments, you might benefit by chatting with a counselor. I specialize in working with adults in the following areas: LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic illness, unconventional relationships, divorce, infidelity, self-esteem, grief/loss and trauma. I use a combination of skills and interventions to foster resiliency and empower clients to reach their individualized goals.
DesaRay Torres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Braunfels, TX 78132 (Online Only)
I am skilled in supporting individuals with depression, anxiety, body image-issues, low self-esteem, anger, and support with issues related to the LGBTQ+ population by utilizing EMDR, CBT, and Internal Family Systems therapies.
I am trained in EMDR, EMDR Pain Protocol, and Internal Family Systems therapies. These help me to support clients who have experienced trauma, grief, chronic illness, and chronic pain, as well as many other issues that cause stress in day-to-day life. Trauma can come from a variety of experiences in our lifetimes, and there is no trauma or stress that is insignificant.
I am skilled in supporting individuals with depression, anxiety, body image-issues, low self-esteem, anger, and support with issues related to the LGBTQ+ population by utilizing EMDR, CBT, and Internal Family Systems therapies.
I am trained in EMDR, EMDR Pain Protocol, and Internal Family Systems therapies. These help me to support clients who have experienced trauma, grief, chronic illness, and chronic pain, as well as many other issues that cause stress in day-to-day life. Trauma can come from a variety of experiences in our lifetimes, and there is no trauma or stress that is insignificant.
Amanda Egleston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78266 (Online Only)
Being a part of religious spaces can often lead to confusing feelings when you start to question things. They can require you to fit into a specific mold and when you start to question the ideas that you were taught, may leave you feeling unravelled as to who you really are and what you believe. You may struggle with feeling anxious when you are exposed to anything church related. Perhaps you grew up in 'purity culture' and struggle with feeling comfortable in your body and with intimate partners. For those of us in the LGBTQ+ community, feelings of confusion, isolation, and shame can be especially overwhelming.
Being a part of religious spaces can often lead to confusing feelings when you start to question things. They can require you to fit into a specific mold and when you start to question the ideas that you were taught, may leave you feeling unravelled as to who you really are and what you believe. You may struggle with feeling anxious when you are exposed to anything church related. Perhaps you grew up in 'purity culture' and struggle with feeling comfortable in your body and with intimate partners. For those of us in the LGBTQ+ community, feelings of confusion, isolation, and shame can be especially overwhelming.
Abraham Marshall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78217
I have over 25 years counseling experience as both a mental health and substance abuse counselor. Some of those years were as a Psychiatric Medic in the military, including the Gulf War. I am committed to counseling those who are struggling with life adversities, trials and tribulations who are suffering from mood disorders, anxiety, grief, stress, substance abuse, relationship issues, and issues concerning parents of LGBT children, as well as other life stressors or disorders. I counsel mostly adults from ages 18 to 64. I use the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a primary approach to conduct therapy.
I have over 25 years counseling experience as both a mental health and substance abuse counselor. Some of those years were as a Psychiatric Medic in the military, including the Gulf War. I am committed to counseling those who are struggling with life adversities, trials and tribulations who are suffering from mood disorders, anxiety, grief, stress, substance abuse, relationship issues, and issues concerning parents of LGBT children, as well as other life stressors or disorders. I counsel mostly adults from ages 18 to 64. I use the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a primary approach to conduct therapy.
Faith A Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78202 (Online Only)
I specialize in treatment of military service members active duty and veterans, LGBTQIA+, sex related issues, kink positive, depression, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, ADHD and those with severe mental illness.
My name is Faith and I work with individuals and couples facing a range of concerns to include depression, trauma, abuse, PTSD, ADHD, relationship issues, sex related issues, sexuality, and other stressors causing life to feel unsettled. I will work to meet you where you are in your journey through support and challenging toward progress and healing. I work with Headway and Red Apple Therapy to to assist you in meeting your goals by providing a safe, authentic and compassionate clinical setting with an individualized therapy experience.
I specialize in treatment of military service members active duty and veterans, LGBTQIA+, sex related issues, kink positive, depression, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, ADHD and those with severe mental illness.
My name is Faith and I work with individuals and couples facing a range of concerns to include depression, trauma, abuse, PTSD, ADHD, relationship issues, sex related issues, sexuality, and other stressors causing life to feel unsettled. I will work to meet you where you are in your journey through support and challenging toward progress and healing. I work with Headway and Red Apple Therapy to to assist you in meeting your goals by providing a safe, authentic and compassionate clinical setting with an individualized therapy experience.
He especially loves delivering the Affirmative CBT plan with LGBTQ+ individuals, the Racial Stress plan, and the Unified Protocol for anxiety, depression, or bipolar mood disorder.
Dr. Enrique I. Gracian joined Therapy Lab in early 2020 while completing his Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the UCLA Semel Institute. Therapy Lab clients and the team appreciate the compassion, intellect, and sense of humor that Dr. Gracian brings to his sessions. With his additional expertise in neuroscience—the human brain, Dr. Gracian brings that special insight into his work with clients. He specializes in all Therapy Lab plans and treatments, including the Unified Protocol, CBT for Insomnia, CBT for IBS, DBT-based interpersonal and emotion regulation, positive psychology, VR-enhanced exposure therapy, and crisis response.
He especially loves delivering the Affirmative CBT plan with LGBTQ+ individuals, the Racial Stress plan, and the Unified Protocol for anxiety, depression, or bipolar mood disorder.
Dr. Enrique I. Gracian joined Therapy Lab in early 2020 while completing his Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the UCLA Semel Institute. Therapy Lab clients and the team appreciate the compassion, intellect, and sense of humor that Dr. Gracian brings to his sessions. With his additional expertise in neuroscience—the human brain, Dr. Gracian brings that special insight into his work with clients. He specializes in all Therapy Lab plans and treatments, including the Unified Protocol, CBT for Insomnia, CBT for IBS, DBT-based interpersonal and emotion regulation, positive psychology, VR-enhanced exposure therapy, and crisis response.
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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.