LGBTQ+ Therapy
LGBTQ+ Therapy
Becoming aware of our authentic selves in the areas of gender and sexuality should be a celebrated experience. We know, however, that’s not always the case in a cisgender and heteronormative society.
Even our most well-intentioned loved ones often don’t know how to support us. Sadly, we’re often the target of our society’s fears and shame about gender and sexuality. We can also be wounded by our own internalization of this fear and shame.
Just some of the challenges LGBTQ+ individuals face:
- Heteronormativity-the stress of living in a world of gender stereotypes
- The stress of coming out (again & again)
- Homophobia
- Transphobia
- Being shamed for identity and expression of it
- Your identity is considered “a phase” by others in your life
- Internalized homophobia, transphobia, heterosexism
- Impostor syndrome (can I really be LGBTQ+ if I do or don’t…….)
- Fear of affirming their identity due to potential consequences
- Lack of social and family support
- Face inappropriate questions about sexuality and genitalia from strangers
I specialize in helping clients deepen self-acceptance, develop and embrace their identity, and relate to others authentically. I provide gender affirming care. Affirmative LGBTQ+ therapy is a type of therapy that validates and advocates the needs of sexual and gender minority clients.
My priority is holding a safe and accepting space for all parts of you to show up. I am affirming of all gender identities, sexual orientations and relationship arrangements.
Some Benefits to Seeking Gender Affirming Support:
- Process discrimination
- Explore identity and expression
- Develop coping skills
- Address relationship issues
- Understand & work through trauma
- Enhanced understanding for the coming out process
While I’m located in Ashland, OR, I offer online LGBTQ+ therapy in Oregon, Georgia and Washington.
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541-499-7338