“YOU HAVE TO GO THE WAY YOUR BLOOD BEATS. IF YOU DON’T LIVE THE ONLY LIFE YOU HAVE, YOU WON’T LIVE SOME OTHER LIFE — YOU WON’T LIVE ANY LIFE AT ALL."

— James Baldwin

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lgbtqia+ Therapy

Has it cost you greatly just to be yourself? Maybe you have experienced lack of acceptance from your family or religious community because of who you love or how you identify. You may feel internalized shame, depression, or anxiety about who you are due to growing up in a religious or family environment that rejected who you are. Perhaps you have even been hiding to protect yourself from this rejection altogether. Even if you have not experienced any of the above, you want a therapist who understands what it’s like to be queer.

LGBTQIA+ people are at a greater risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a result of the fragmentation and vulnerability that often comes with an identity that subverts the “norm” expected of us.

To whatever extent your LGBTQIAP+ identity intersects with the mental health concerns bringing you to therapy, affirmation is an essential condition to building safety in the therapeutic relationship. Affirming and trauma-informed LGBTQIA+ therapy can help with reducing shame and resolving past traumas.

As a lesbian therapist, I show up in the therapeutic relationship with my whole self and my personal experience of the challenges AND joys of embodying a queer identity with authenticity.

Book a free consultation today to get started!

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lgbtqia+ affirming therapy in richardson, texas

LGBTQIA+ Therapy Concerns or Identities:

  • Gay/lesbian

  • Bisexuality/pansexuality

  • Asexuality spectrum

  • Non-Monogamous and/or polyamorous

  • Non-binary

  • Transgender and transitioning

  • HIV/AIDS counseling

  • Spirituality and/or deconstruction

  • Religious/spiritual trauma

  • Survivors of conversion therapy and/or sexual orientation change efforts

If you are not “out” yet—your identity is valid. Coming “out” can be a brave whirlwind of liberation, fear, excitement, hope, anxiety, and freedom. You deserve a therapist who has been there to walk alongside you as you come home to your authentic self.

Maybe you have been in your authentic identity for years but want to ensure you are in a safe space to process the other issues bringing you to therapy. You deserve a counselor who celebrates who you are and understands the impact of internalized homophobia and heteronormativity.

Perhaps you are unsure of where you fall on the LGBTQIA2SP+ spectrum and need the non-judgmental space to explore your questions. Affirmation, curiosity, and an open approach can provide the support you deserve.

Maybe you may feel fear that you won’t be believed or understood no matter where you are in the process of transitioning in your identity as a transgender or non-binary person. You want to explore and shed the binaries and constraints of cisgender normativity and be you.

To whatever extent sexuality or gender identity intersect with your other lived experiences, affirming therapy can offer the background for thriving in your relationship to yourself and others.

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Trauma therapy office with a cozy, inviting atmosphere in Dallas, Texas. The office features a comfortable couch, warm lighting, and calm decor.

As an lgbtqia+ identified therapist, you will have a guide through identity, religious trauma, or relational trauma

emdr certified

I hold an EMDR certification with specialized training in complex trauma to provide therapy with evidenced-based treatment methods.

experience

I have worked with hundreds of LGBTQIA+ individuals who are coming out, who need to process trauma, or simply need a compassionate guide who is a part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

kap trained

I have advanced training in offering ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for even deeper healing with the aid of medicinal science.

Trusted by Fellow Therapists

“Lauren is an expert in trauma, specifically religious trauma, grief, and working with the LGBTQIA+ community. Lauren is authentic, knowledgeable, and easy to connect with. I highly recommend her as a therapist!”

KS, colleague and therapist

“Lauren is a fantastic, trauma-informed therapist and especially skilled in working with religious trauma, childhood trauma, and post-traumatic stress. She provides a safe and inclusive space for queer folks to experience deep healing and transformation.”

AP, colleague and therapist

3 steps to start your healing journey

1. book a consultation call

Connect to discuss your needs and go over questions with a brief, free phone call.

2. create a personalized treatment plan

We will have an intake session to build a tailored approach based on your therapy goals.

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3. begin your journey to healing

Gain emotional stability and reclaim your best life.

resources

Understanding Asexuality
The Coming Out Handbook
The Reformation Project
American Institute for Bisexuality
Gender unicorn
Am I a lesbian? The Lesbian Masterdoc
Being an Ally to Trans + Nonbinary Young People
Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program

LGBTQIA+ Resources in dallas

LGBTQ+ Youth

Transgender Community

 FAQs

  • Finding a therapist can be daunting and time-consuming. It is SCARY to envision the person you will “spill it all” to with the hope that they will understand your journey. Most therapists offer a free consultation to ask questions and see if you would be a good fit to work together. Book a free consultation today to see if we are a good fit!

  • You are likely at the point here you desperately want relief and change. This is a common sentiment for those newly beginning or continuing their healing journey. You may feel hopeless given the many things you have tried to get better. This is valid, especially if other approaches have not worked for you in past counseling or self-help efforts. Though mental health professionals cannot ethically “guarantee” results, the biggest predictor of therapy “working” is the solid relationship you have with the therapist. It can be helpful to explore in initial sessions what fears you are bringing into the work. No particular approach is going to be the ideal solution for everyone. It is okay to explore a wide range of approaches and healing techniques.

  • No, my services are private pay at this time. However, I can provide a monthly superbill you can submit to your insurance for possible out-of-network benefits.

    In 2021, the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor, and the Treasury issued the No Surprises Act which requires medical care professionals to disclose their fees to patients through a Good Faith Estimate (GFE). You will sign a GFE in your intake paperwork which outlines the cost of therapy breakdown for weekly/biweekly session frequency. It is NOT a bill. For more information visit: https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises/policies-and-resources/overview-of-rules-fact-sheets.

  • Everyone heals at their own pace. Therapy can often be a non-liner process (particularly with complex trauma). Once you meet with your therapist, discuss goals for treatment, and develop your treatment plan, you may have a better sense on a timeline with treatment.

  • Typically, sessions are scheduled weekly for 50 minutes. However, session frequency depends on finances, availability, and your specific treatment needs. Biweekly and monthly frequencies are also an option depending on your initial treatment planning with the therapist. For ketamine-assisted therapy, your dosing sessions with be spaced out at least two weeks and 6-8 sessions is recommended at minimum to see the full benefit.

  • When you meet for the first session, you will receive a text message on your phone from the payment application, IvyPay. At that time, you will upload a payment card and will receive a receipt via text message. A card is kept on file and payments occur automatically after each appointment.