LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Houston, TX

Whether you are brand new to therapy or have years of experience, I look forward to helping you on the next part of your journey! Although we haven’t met yet, I accept you exactly as you are. I celebrate all of my clients’ unique identities and encourage them to find pride in themselves. I particularly enjoy working with clients who have felt othered or judged by society, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, geeks and gamers, Wiccans and Pagans, neurodivergent people, and anyone else who is looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to feel truly heard.

Seeking out therapy can be intimidating. I’m here to offer a calm space to make that a welcoming experience. I believe strongly in your story and that you and I can collaboratively build on your strengths to rewrite a different and more empowering narrative of your life. I am deeply passionate about exploring oppressive systems that affect clients, both in their relationships and in society. I take an eclectic approach to counseling-understanding that each client is unique-and include methods such as narrative and talk therapy and mindfulness techniques.

As a psychologist with over 30 years experience, I have particular interest in working with individuals with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, college and work stress, phase of life issues, gay/lesbian struggles, marital/divorce problems and general relationship issues. My expertise has allowed me to be highly effective in quickly understanding the needs of my patients, to help facilitate an effective treatment plan. Generally, individuals begin to feel better with progress often seen after a few visits. The length of time spent in treatment will be mutually agreed upon, based on the presenting problem and its complexity.

Life gets hard sometimes; the bad days may feel like it will never end. I am here to help you find the path toward better days. By taking each day as its own, we can work together and discover balance for your life. Working together, we can uncover your past, present, and/or future concerns. I will help educate and walk alongside you in this journey of life. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+, mood and personality disorders, eating disorders, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

Hello! I love collaborating with my clients to achieve their personal goals & develop creative strategies to cope with life's stressors. I have been an LPC for over 13 years, & worked with seniors, adults, teens, & children from any location in TX via teletherapy (video/phone) who struggle with depression, anxiety, life transitions, Spirituality, relationship issues, stress/anger management, coping skills, family conflict, marital/premarital issues, cultural/ethnic issues, self-esteem, academic challenges, LGBTQ, Autism/ADHD, Emotional Disturbance & much more. Some therapeutic modalities I utilize include:

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in providing empirically-supported treatments for anxiety disorders, OCD, Tourette/tic disorders, panic, hair pulling, and LGBT health. I see patients across the developmental lifespan (childhood to adulthood), though have interest and expertise in working with adolescents, with more than half of my referrals being teenagers. My therapeutic approach is direct and active while also being supportive and warm. I've enjoyed working in a variety of treatment settings including hospitals, medical schools, inpatient psychiatric facilities, community clinics, and private practice.

Deanna Ball is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, a Sex Therapist, and an Anger Resolution Therapist, with over 20 years of experience. She is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community as well as addiction issues and specializes in depression, grief, sexual health, LGBTQ+ issues, and substance abuse (addiction) issues.

Are you in a relationship that could benefit from better communication, boundary-setting, and deeper emotional and physical intimacy? Do you identify as LGBTQIA+ and seek support with coming out or improving your familial and intimate relationships while nurturing self-acceptance? Therapy provides a safe space to gain awareness about yourself and the dynamics of your close relationships, the first step toward meaningful and positive change. Building on these skills helps create relief from anxiety, depression, and stress. Together, we can work on new strategies to increase safety, connection, trust, and love in your relationships.

Hello! I'm Kate, a licensed therapist with over fifteen years of experience supporting folks through the twists and turns that life throws our way, and all of the important little in-betweens. I support my clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, moving through life changes, and navigating relationships with the self and others. I am also passionate about helping folks who are curious about changing their relationship with alcohol or other drugs. My approach draws upon Internal Family Systems and a robust range of evidence-based techniques that align with each client's unique needs.

I seek authenticity and deep understanding with my clients and hope to engage their curiosity about their self and circumstances. In your therapeutic work, I will offer support and direction to help you identify and meet your goals. My client-centered, down-to-earth approach provides a safe space to address any area of struggle, distress, or transition. Clients describe me as a genuine and caring therapist who “meets me where I am” to assist their self-discovery journey. Together, you and I can identify the most pressing matters you wish to address and determine a treatment plan targeted to your preferred outcomes.

Hi there, I'm Melissa! My name is Melissa Switzer. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based near Austin, Texas. I work with clients state-wide utilizing telehealth. I work best with adolescents to adults, ranging in age from 10 and up. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, anger management, ADHD, grief, neurodivergence, trauma, and life issues associated with the LGBTQ-plus community as a straight ally. I use psychoanalytic and Cognitive Behavioral therapy to help clients reach their therapeutic goals.

I am here to help remove the stigma of mental health counseling in the Brown, Black and Red communities. My passion is assisting clients gain self-acceptance, sustain intimate relationships and regain confidence. There is a special place in my heart for adolescents, specifically in the LGBTQ community. I am also passionate about people finding love. I have created a dating course that has been tested and proven affective with men and women.

My clinical interests include psychodynamic and attachment theory, somatic based trauma therapy, and eating disorders. I hold a graduate degree in Clinical Social Work Practice from Columbia University, and a Graduate Certificate in Gender & Women’s Studies from the University of Arizona. I aim to work within an anti-oppressive and anti-carceral psychotherapy framework, holding in mind the dynamics of power, race, oppression, and privilege in the therapeutic dyad, in communities, and in larger sociocultural and political systems.

Are you frustrated by the quality of the relationships in your life? I help individuals and couples seeking reconnection, conflict management, communication skills, deeper intimacy, and a general sense of understanding how their past impacts their current relational patterns. Relational healing and emotional connectivity makes our experience of partnership much more fulfilling, which impacts every other area of our lives. Utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy and trauma-informed & attachment based techniques, our work together can transform your understanding of each other as well as the quality of your life together.

I am a neurodivergent, queer therapist that works with other diagnosed or suspecting neurodiverse folks with trauma (including religious). The last several years I found myself attracting clients who had been diagnosed with anxiety and or depression, tried many different therapists and styles of therapy but weren't seeing lasting improvements. This has led me to pursue certification in evaluation of ADHD/ ASD and begin treating through a neurodiverse lens. If you suspect you have one or the other or both, lets work together to help you understand yourself. Trauma treatment with a neurodiverse lens is lifechanging!

You are powerful. Maybe you don't feel it right now and that's OK. Borrow my faith: you can handle it! You are the expert on you, and I am here to walk with you as you determine what needs to stay & what needs to go. To make a safe place for you to release thoughts, habits or people which are no longer serving you in a positive way. As a self-identifying African- american lesbian, I have had a unique variety of experiences. I work with you to empower your belief and confidence. I believe “Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, the mind can achieve.” One step at a time, we are working towards progress over perfection.

Navigating the unique challenges of early adulthood, from your 20s through your 30s, can feel like a journey through a world of both endless possibilities and overwhelming obstacles. Whether you're dealing with relationship complexities, transitions into different life stages, or aiming for personal and professional growth, therapy can be a transformative tool that helps you not just survive, but thrive. Benefits you can expect from our time together: Trauma-Informed Care, Empowerment in Setting Boundaries, Reclaiming Your Sense of Self, LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy, Attention to ADHD, and Navigating Toxic Relationships.

I see adults over 23 and specialize in trauma, addictions, grief work, group, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQ+. I deal with the whole person and believe a healthy person takes care of their mind and body. I love working with and helping clients become the best they can be psychologically, creatively, physically, and spiritually. I regularly participate in CEUs so I can continue to learn and grow and pass on my learning. I have been a therapist for over 40 years. I am a Board-Certified Art Therapist, Certified Group Psychotherapist and a Certified Brainspotting therapist.

I hold a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Clinical Sexology and am accredited as a certified sex therapist by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). Additionally, I am a licensed clinical social worker and possess qualifications as a clinical social work supervisor. I primarily work with adults, although I have experience working with adolescents, couples, and families. I continue to obtain as much knowledge as possible in the areas of mental health and sexual health to offer empathic and effective services to clients who may be seeking therapy.