LGBTQ+ Therapists in Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA
Enely Van Ness
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
I specialize in grief and loss; LGBTQ+ issues; depression and anxiety; and trauma processing. I approach therapy from a place of curiosity, humor, and collaboration. It can be difficult to go through challenges alone and sometimes we need an outside perspective to challenge the unhelpful and negative narratives we have constructed for ourselves during those challenging times. I am here to help uncover and create a narrative that reflects your strengths and intrinsic identity.
I specialize in grief and loss; LGBTQ+ issues; depression and anxiety; and trauma processing. I approach therapy from a place of curiosity, humor, and collaboration. It can be difficult to go through challenges alone and sometimes we need an outside perspective to challenge the unhelpful and negative narratives we have constructed for ourselves during those challenging times. I am here to help uncover and create a narrative that reflects your strengths and intrinsic identity.
Bailey D S Cheshire
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119
I know that reaching out for therapy can be so intimidating, especially with issues related to sexuality. You may be looking to step into a more authentic versions of yourself or you may be dealing with relationship struggles. You may have felt stuck for some time or are just beginning to question what doesn't feel right. Together, we can embrace the challenges of life's struggles and work towards your dreams and goals. I am an identity affirming therapist who especially loves working with people who are queer, BIPOC, neurodivergent, disabled, or somehow 'othered' by society.
I know that reaching out for therapy can be so intimidating, especially with issues related to sexuality. You may be looking to step into a more authentic versions of yourself or you may be dealing with relationship struggles. You may have felt stuck for some time or are just beginning to question what doesn't feel right. Together, we can embrace the challenges of life's struggles and work towards your dreams and goals. I am an identity affirming therapist who especially loves working with people who are queer, BIPOC, neurodivergent, disabled, or somehow 'othered' by society.
Liz Landry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
Tired of living a life that feels less than fulfilling? Never been to therapy before and nervous about trying it out? Struggling to navigate your identity after leaving a religious institution or exploring your sexuality? The good news is, you’re not alone! Many of my clients are processing religious trauma, looking for support in their LGBTQ identity, need help coping with attachment-related stressors, or are processing grief. With the most up-to-date evidence based treatments, I believe in supporting you with an individualized, multi-faceted therapeutic approach to help empower you to live in emotional and mental freedom.
Tired of living a life that feels less than fulfilling? Never been to therapy before and nervous about trying it out? Struggling to navigate your identity after leaving a religious institution or exploring your sexuality? The good news is, you’re not alone! Many of my clients are processing religious trauma, looking for support in their LGBTQ identity, need help coping with attachment-related stressors, or are processing grief. With the most up-to-date evidence based treatments, I believe in supporting you with an individualized, multi-faceted therapeutic approach to help empower you to live in emotional and mental freedom.
Kelsey Wyman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
Feeling connected in a highly individualistic society can be incredibly difficult, especially when dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma or PTSD, or grief. Therapy can be a helpful tool to orient us back to a world of belonging and it is my goal to help you find your own unique path toward this. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals heal relationship issues, identity related and women’s/men’s issues, as well as self-esteem issues, and more. I am whole-heartedly supportive of the LGBTQ+ populations, sex workers, and alternative relationship styles such as ENM, polyamory, and friendships.
Feeling connected in a highly individualistic society can be incredibly difficult, especially when dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma or PTSD, or grief. Therapy can be a helpful tool to orient us back to a world of belonging and it is my goal to help you find your own unique path toward this. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals heal relationship issues, identity related and women’s/men’s issues, as well as self-esteem issues, and more. I am whole-heartedly supportive of the LGBTQ+ populations, sex workers, and alternative relationship styles such as ENM, polyamory, and friendships.
Jaye Minor
Counselor
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
Maybe you've always known that therapy would be helpful, but it never seemed that urgent, until now. Whatever it was that motivated you to seek help, an anxiety attack, that ongoing depression, a relationship issue, or old memories that still sting - you deserve a supportive and safe place to fully explore your experience. One of my passions is working with women and queer folks re-discovering themselves after difficult experiences. I also enjoy working with couples navigating relationship difficulties, and people processing religious trauma, among many other issues not listed here.
Maybe you've always known that therapy would be helpful, but it never seemed that urgent, until now. Whatever it was that motivated you to seek help, an anxiety attack, that ongoing depression, a relationship issue, or old memories that still sting - you deserve a supportive and safe place to fully explore your experience. One of my passions is working with women and queer folks re-discovering themselves after difficult experiences. I also enjoy working with couples navigating relationship difficulties, and people processing religious trauma, among many other issues not listed here.
Mollie Player
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
I specialize in depression, anxiety, LGBTQ issues and insomnia and am trained in CBT-I.
I'm a solution-focused, results-oriented counselor with a passion for helping people in the most efficient yet comprehensive manner possible. My clients and I identify opportunities for growth in all three aspects of mental health: behaviors, thoughts and emotions. I then suggest evidence-based treatment methods to match our specified goals. This often includes lifestyle change, healthy habit formation and cognitive therapy. Most often, I work with clients' present-day experiences, with less focus on the past. Many of my clients tell me that traditional talk therapy has not worked for them, and they want to try something different.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, LGBTQ issues and insomnia and am trained in CBT-I.
I'm a solution-focused, results-oriented counselor with a passion for helping people in the most efficient yet comprehensive manner possible. My clients and I identify opportunities for growth in all three aspects of mental health: behaviors, thoughts and emotions. I then suggest evidence-based treatment methods to match our specified goals. This often includes lifestyle change, healthy habit formation and cognitive therapy. Most often, I work with clients' present-day experiences, with less focus on the past. Many of my clients tell me that traditional talk therapy has not worked for them, and they want to try something different.
Justus Pascual
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
I work with clients managing depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma, and relationship or attachment issues. I have also specialized in working with trans and queer clients as well as BIPOC clients. My approach understands that past emotional harm can negatively condition our brains and that a safe, caring relationship can help rewire our neural pathways. I focus on developing a trusting and honest relationship with my clients, offering them curiosity and compassion. Instead of suppressing, avoiding, or living life around your feelings, you will develop the self-trust and skills to value and care for them and be transformed.
I work with clients managing depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma, and relationship or attachment issues. I have also specialized in working with trans and queer clients as well as BIPOC clients. My approach understands that past emotional harm can negatively condition our brains and that a safe, caring relationship can help rewire our neural pathways. I focus on developing a trusting and honest relationship with my clients, offering them curiosity and compassion. Instead of suppressing, avoiding, or living life around your feelings, you will develop the self-trust and skills to value and care for them and be transformed.
Genevieve Santerre
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98109
I believe you can live a fulfilling life and I am passionate about helping people find a way to live their dreams. It may not be what you had originally envisioned, but therapy can help you revamp or pivot to find solutions that work for you to whatever challenges you may be facing. I am passionate about supporting those from all walks of life including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, those who are differently abled, as well as those in different relationship structures. Belonging to a marriage and family therapy program, I am trained in working with couples specifically.
I believe you can live a fulfilling life and I am passionate about helping people find a way to live their dreams. It may not be what you had originally envisioned, but therapy can help you revamp or pivot to find solutions that work for you to whatever challenges you may be facing. I am passionate about supporting those from all walks of life including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, those who are differently abled, as well as those in different relationship structures. Belonging to a marriage and family therapy program, I am trained in working with couples specifically.
Zantyah Young
Counselor, MAEd, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
My clinical interests include the treatment of symptoms related to ADHD, depression, mood, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders, as well as providing LGBTQIA+ affirming care.
Hi there! My name is Tyah Young (she/her) and I am a licensed mental health counselor associate. I am a queer identified, anti-racist, therapist of color who is committed to increasing access to mental health therapy particularly for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals. I am passionate about working alongside individuals in the therapeutic process and empowering them to take steps towards healing. I consider every individual to be the expert of their story, and I endeavor to partner with my clients to get an understanding of their needs within the context of their lived experience. I hope to help you feel seen, heard, and validated.
My clinical interests include the treatment of symptoms related to ADHD, depression, mood, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders, as well as providing LGBTQIA+ affirming care.
Hi there! My name is Tyah Young (she/her) and I am a licensed mental health counselor associate. I am a queer identified, anti-racist, therapist of color who is committed to increasing access to mental health therapy particularly for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals. I am passionate about working alongside individuals in the therapeutic process and empowering them to take steps towards healing. I consider every individual to be the expert of their story, and I endeavor to partner with my clients to get an understanding of their needs within the context of their lived experience. I hope to help you feel seen, heard, and validated.
Our clients are high achieving millennials, identity-developing gen-zers, people in transition, and people who think deeply about themselves and their growth. Our clients are asking: Why do my emotions feel so out of hand? How do I understand my relational patterns? How is my experience of trauma showing up in my every day life? Do I have ADHD? Do I have bipolar? Am I on the right medication? Should I take a break from work? How do I manage difficult relationships?
Our clients are high achieving millennials, identity-developing gen-zers, people in transition, and people who think deeply about themselves and their growth. Our clients are asking: Why do my emotions feel so out of hand? How do I understand my relational patterns? How is my experience of trauma showing up in my every day life? Do I have ADHD? Do I have bipolar? Am I on the right medication? Should I take a break from work? How do I manage difficult relationships?
Jaime Cara
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
Are you functioning well on the surface but struggling with feelings of being too much, too sensitive, or misunderstood? Is a significant life transition or existential concern proving difficult to manage on your own? Does a constant sense of overwhelm linger in the background of your life? Whether you're grappling with anxiety, loss, navigating a new chapter in life, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I am here to support you. Together, we can work towards personal growth and mental well-being, addressing your unique needs and goals.
Are you functioning well on the surface but struggling with feelings of being too much, too sensitive, or misunderstood? Is a significant life transition or existential concern proving difficult to manage on your own? Does a constant sense of overwhelm linger in the background of your life? Whether you're grappling with anxiety, loss, navigating a new chapter in life, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I am here to support you. Together, we can work towards personal growth and mental well-being, addressing your unique needs and goals.
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Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119
Do you ever wonder why others seem to be living their best lives while you feel like you’re wandering, worried you’re not doing things right? You’re under a lot of pressure and want to feel confident and free, but instead you catch yourself thinking things like: “Am I happy?” “Am I making the right decisions to get me to where I want to go?” “Where do I want to go?” “Am I actually living the life I want to live?” Instead of feeling in control of your life, you feel uneasy, restless, and confused. Deep down, you know you are worthy a fulfilling life, but you don’t know how to get there.
Do you ever wonder why others seem to be living their best lives while you feel like you’re wandering, worried you’re not doing things right? You’re under a lot of pressure and want to feel confident and free, but instead you catch yourself thinking things like: “Am I happy?” “Am I making the right decisions to get me to where I want to go?” “Where do I want to go?” “Am I actually living the life I want to live?” Instead of feeling in control of your life, you feel uneasy, restless, and confused. Deep down, you know you are worthy a fulfilling life, but you don’t know how to get there.
Kendra Nicole Locke
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families seeking growth and understanding, who may be grappling with issues like life transitions, relationship issues, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and/or identity exploration. My ideal client is seeking a non-judgmental space to explore thoughts and emotions, aiming for self-awareness, healing, and effective coping with life challenges. Motivated by a desire to help my clients live authentically and thrive, I value therapy as a path to personal transformation, seeking to help clients find clarity, resilience, and a fulfilling life aligned with their values and aspirations.
I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families seeking growth and understanding, who may be grappling with issues like life transitions, relationship issues, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and/or identity exploration. My ideal client is seeking a non-judgmental space to explore thoughts and emotions, aiming for self-awareness, healing, and effective coping with life challenges. Motivated by a desire to help my clients live authentically and thrive, I value therapy as a path to personal transformation, seeking to help clients find clarity, resilience, and a fulfilling life aligned with their values and aspirations.
Jessica Bahr
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
I am a therapist with ADHD, so I love working with clients who have ADHD. I think our similar brains strengthen our understanding of each other and therefore our therapeutic connection. I will never tell you to just “try harder” or “buy a planner” or other things that neurotypicals have said to you (although I do love some good office supplies). Everyone with ADHD is different and deserves personalized exploration of their needs and barriers to help manage symptoms and achieve functioning goals. I also love working with couples who have ADHD, including mixed neurotype couples who are working to better understand one another.
I am a therapist with ADHD, so I love working with clients who have ADHD. I think our similar brains strengthen our understanding of each other and therefore our therapeutic connection. I will never tell you to just “try harder” or “buy a planner” or other things that neurotypicals have said to you (although I do love some good office supplies). Everyone with ADHD is different and deserves personalized exploration of their needs and barriers to help manage symptoms and achieve functioning goals. I also love working with couples who have ADHD, including mixed neurotype couples who are working to better understand one another.
I specialize in personal and professional identity development, which can include leadership skills, sexuality and gender identity exploration and support, developing emotional intelligence, and spirituality/worldview deconstruction and reconstruction. My framework for individual coaching is built on empathy, and is inclusive, intentional, and collaborative. I offer tools to help you achieve your goals, exploratory questions to provoke critical thinking, education on specialized topics, and even a sounding board for self-discovery - but we’ll work together to discover what works best for YOU.
I specialize in personal and professional identity development, which can include leadership skills, sexuality and gender identity exploration and support, developing emotional intelligence, and spirituality/worldview deconstruction and reconstruction. My framework for individual coaching is built on empathy, and is inclusive, intentional, and collaborative. I offer tools to help you achieve your goals, exploratory questions to provoke critical thinking, education on specialized topics, and even a sounding board for self-discovery - but we’ll work together to discover what works best for YOU.
Mackenzie Guddat
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119
Now Accepting New Patients. My therapeutic orientation is best described as a holistic and comprehensive approach to counseling. I find that developing insight into the nature of one's problems within the context of a collaborative therapeutic relationship, can lead to healthier relationships and a more satisfying life. I tailor my treatment approach to best fit the needs and desires of my clients. My hope is to help people recognize that life is a continual balance between stability and grow through acceptance and actualization.
Now Accepting New Patients. My therapeutic orientation is best described as a holistic and comprehensive approach to counseling. I find that developing insight into the nature of one's problems within the context of a collaborative therapeutic relationship, can lead to healthier relationships and a more satisfying life. I tailor my treatment approach to best fit the needs and desires of my clients. My hope is to help people recognize that life is a continual balance between stability and grow through acceptance and actualization.
Tayler McCrorie
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
Maybe you’ve asked yourself what’s wrong with you. Maybe you're are at a crossroads. You’re overwhelmed and trying your best, but the pressure is huge. Sometimes our usual ways of coping stop working or aren't giving us what we need anymore. This can affect us through tension in our work and home, tiredness, or worry about ourselves and what's next. My favorite clients are those who are seeking greater self-understanding and acceptance, are wanting closer relationships, and who want to explore new ways of approaching life. I like helping clients work outside of the boxes they arrive in and believe in themselves, one step at a time.
Maybe you’ve asked yourself what’s wrong with you. Maybe you're are at a crossroads. You’re overwhelmed and trying your best, but the pressure is huge. Sometimes our usual ways of coping stop working or aren't giving us what we need anymore. This can affect us through tension in our work and home, tiredness, or worry about ourselves and what's next. My favorite clients are those who are seeking greater self-understanding and acceptance, are wanting closer relationships, and who want to explore new ways of approaching life. I like helping clients work outside of the boxes they arrive in and believe in themselves, one step at a time.
Nicole Black
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
I believe talk therapy can get us far, but somatic work can get us further- allowing us to reclaim our body’s inherent resiliency and ability to regulate. Maybe you have done a lot of beautiful self-work but are ready for deeper nervous system regulation. You might feel ready to move beyond recovery and into more ease and joy. You may have a part that feels stuck, but an even bigger one that wants to heal. Perhaps you're ready for deeper spiritual and identity work. I work best with people who are ready to get out of their head and into the body.
I believe talk therapy can get us far, but somatic work can get us further- allowing us to reclaim our body’s inherent resiliency and ability to regulate. Maybe you have done a lot of beautiful self-work but are ready for deeper nervous system regulation. You might feel ready to move beyond recovery and into more ease and joy. You may have a part that feels stuck, but an even bigger one that wants to heal. Perhaps you're ready for deeper spiritual and identity work. I work best with people who are ready to get out of their head and into the body.
Sarah Smalley
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MAED
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
I have experience in infertility counseling (group, couples, and individual), grief and complex grief counseling, anxiety, depression, life transitions, sexual identity and more.
Making the decision to seek therapy is brave. It's my hope that I can make the process of connecting with a therapist as easy as possible. I have a hands on approach in therapy and feel very enthusiastic about meeting you where you're at. I specialize in working with folks who are experiencing infertility, have a history of (or newly discovered) anxiety, navigating life transitions, or experiencing grief and bereavement. Although, there is no bad reason to seek therapy and I love working with a wide variety of concerns. Whatever motivated you to explore therapy, I'm glad that you're here.
I have experience in infertility counseling (group, couples, and individual), grief and complex grief counseling, anxiety, depression, life transitions, sexual identity and more.
Making the decision to seek therapy is brave. It's my hope that I can make the process of connecting with a therapist as easy as possible. I have a hands on approach in therapy and feel very enthusiastic about meeting you where you're at. I specialize in working with folks who are experiencing infertility, have a history of (or newly discovered) anxiety, navigating life transitions, or experiencing grief and bereavement. Although, there is no bad reason to seek therapy and I love working with a wide variety of concerns. Whatever motivated you to explore therapy, I'm glad that you're here.
Callie Houk
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
Welcome! Life is a journey with its highs and lows, and acknowledging your need for therapeutic support is a courageous step. I'm optimistic that, together, we can uncover the most effective ways to address your specific needs. I believe you are the authority on your own life, and my goal is to help you gain a profound understanding of the connection between yourself, your mind/body connection, and your relationships. Active participation and openness are key to successful therapy—a transformative journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Welcome! Life is a journey with its highs and lows, and acknowledging your need for therapeutic support is a courageous step. I'm optimistic that, together, we can uncover the most effective ways to address your specific needs. I believe you are the authority on your own life, and my goal is to help you gain a profound understanding of the connection between yourself, your mind/body connection, and your relationships. Active participation and openness are key to successful therapy—a transformative journey toward healing and self-discovery.
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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.