LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy in New York City

You deserve a safe space to THRIVE.

Pride and Peril: The Paradox of Living Authentically in an Unwelcoming World

As a member of the LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual, and more) community, you may have the cognitive dissonance of feeling joy while attending Pride parades, celebrating love, and expressing yourself authentically while also fearing for your safety at those events, watching anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation being passed, and worrying about the health of those you love. And we don’t forget: the first Pride was a riot. How are you supposed to live your truth and be who you are meant to be when there are lawmakers in this country who want to take away all of your rights? When will you get to live with the same freedoms that everyone else has?

Do any of these thoughts resonate with you?

  • "I see all these anti-LGBTQIA+ laws being passed, and it makes me feel hopeless and scared about the future."

  • “My family makes weird comments at gatherings. I love them but it makes me dread the holidays because I don’t feel like I am accepted.”

  • “I’m the only gay person at work and I feel like I have to be perfect all of the time as a representative of our entire community.”

  • "I'd feel more comfortable talking to a therapist who understands my lived experience in some way."

  • "It would be helpful to find someone who can help me manage my anxiety and depression, but also understands the specific experiences of being queer in this country."

  • “I just want the same things everyone else does: happiness, love, and success.”

EXPERIENCES SPECIFIC TO the LGBTQIA+ Community: 

We know that your community is not a monolith and your lived experience will be different from everyone else’s, even where there are similarities. We believe that every letter in the LGBTQIA+ acronym deserves to be heard for its uniqueness.

Navigating your identity within the larger context of work, dating, friendships, and every other space you occupy can cause tension in your personal relationships, miscommunications at work, and feelings of not belonging. We understand why members of the LGBTQIA+ community may be experiencing increased levels of anxiety, depression, frustration, and overall hopelessness.

A lesbian couple celebrates getting married representing the need for continued support for the LGBTQ community through LGBTQ Affirming Therapy in NYC.

Get the Affirming Care You Deserve as a Member of the LGBTQIA+ Community.

Therapy that is specifically tailored to the LGBTQIA+ community by both allies and members of the community will provide a supportive, safe, and inclusive space to be who you are, exactly as you are.

We are dedicated to authentic care, which means that we know the difference between gender and sexuality, and will never struggle to use the correct pronouns.

Together, we can:

  • Navigate the process and potential challenges of coming out

  • Explore your gender identity

  • Identify and process family dynamics

  • Work through feelings of resentment or shame resulting from negative social attitudes

  • Process the long-lasting impact on your mental and emotional well-being from intergenerational trauma

  • Create healthy and loving romantic relationships that work for you

  • Help you thrive in your career

If you are a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and find yourself facing increased levels of anxiety, depression, or hopelessness, know that you are not alone. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, family relationships, or discrimination, we are here to support you on your path to self-love and serenity. Connect with one of our therapists today and take the first step toward healing.

As an intersectional therapy practice, and human beings living in the greater NYC area, we stand with and support our clients who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community both in our individual practices and in larger advocacy acts.

A trans individual stands in a crowd of people. As part of the LGBTQ community it is imperative that you have access to LGBTQ Therapy in NYC. Reach out today.

We believe in matching the right therapist with the right client, which is why we prioritize the perfect fit above everything else. When you work with us, you will begin to feel more understood, learn to communicate your needs more clearly, and create happier, healthier connections with the people you care about. You'll gain tools to manage conflict, express yourself openly, and build stronger bonds, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life. We approach our work through a culturally competent, culturally responsive, and anti-racist lens. We are an intersectional and feminist practice.

Kimberlé Crenshaw, an American law professor who coined the term in 1989, defines intersectionality as “a prism for seeing the way in which various forms of inequality often operate together and exacerbate each other.” In other words, our gender, race, culture, ethnicity, religion, able-bodiedness, and various other factors interplay within the systems in which we operate, and we must address all of them as they interact. We must consider all factors that impact the systems in which we operate.

We Are Always Striving to Learn and Provide the Best Affirming Care Possible

We are always learning as both practitioners and supervisors, and we encourage our clients to pursue frank and open discussions with their therapist about how race, culture, gender, sexuality, and any other identity markers will show up in the room during your work together.

  • A: Absolutely. We believe in matching the right therapist with the right client, which is why we prioritize the perfect fit above everything else. When you work with us, you will begin to feel more understood, learn to communicate your needs more clearly, and create happier, healthier connections with the people you care about. You'll gain tools to manage conflict, express yourself openly, and build stronger bonds, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life. We approach our work through a culturally competent, culturally responsive, and anti-racist lens.

  • A: We acknowledge the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals, such as discrimination, social isolation, and mental health concerns. We pursue ongoing education and training in LGBTQIA+ mental health issues to demonstrate our commitment to staying up-to-date on best practices for serving this community.

    We use inclusive language that respects all gender identities and sexual orientations, which can also involve things like using terms like "partner" and avoiding heteronormative assumptions. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.

  • A: Every couple is unique, so we tailor our approach to your specific situation. Your therapist will work collaboratively with you both to identify your goals and develop strategies for a healthier relationship. All of our therapists are familiar with the unique challenges that LGBTQIA+ couples can face, such as minority stress, coming out within relationships, navigating legal and social barriers, and exploring non-traditional family structures.