LGBTQ+ Therapy

Feeling like a minority is challenging.

Those in the LGBTQ+ community face many challenges not experienced by heterosexuals/cisgendered people.

Many stressors abound, including feeling stigmatized and rejected, especially by family and friends. As a result, some LGBTQ+ individuals choose to live dual lives, hiding their identity for fear of persecution.

Others may decide to “come out” to express who they are, even though they may face some rejection by others – marginalized and discriminated against. They may even experience social rejection.

Coping with the traumatic effects experienced can be emotionally challenging – creating stress, anxiety, and depression. Finding the right therapist who
understands and validates the challenges can make all the difference.

I am a Queer Friendly therapist who can help.

Take my client, Rita*, as an example. She was struggling and ready to let go of her past traumas and knew she wanted therapy. But she wanted a queer-friendly or queer therapist with whom she could feel more comfortable.

Rita knew she needed a therapist who could appreciate and understand the impact of the hate and challenges that she faced. The effects were cumulative, and she needed someone who could identify with the stress she felt.

As a queer individual, I understood Rita’s fear and offered her a safe, understanding space where we could work through her trauma and anxiety.

It’s safe in my space.

I understand how the world can add to our trauma and anxiety because of being queer.

Here, you are not alone. I can help you work through trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or grief.

If you want someone who understands being queer as well, let’s talk. Call (404) 259-1335.

*Please note that Rita represents a compilation of clients I have worked with.