Online LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Cary, Illinois IL
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LGBTQ+
Nicole Houde
Pre-Licensed Professional
I work with individuals navigating LGBT issues by providing an affirming and supportive space to explore identity, relationships, and life experiences. LGBT concerns can include coming out, navigating family or social dynamics, internalized stigma, the impact of religion or spirituality, and experiences of discrimination or minority stress. In therapy, we focus on strengthening self-acceptance, processing these experiences, and building resilience in a way that feels validating and empowering. My approach is collaborative and centered on helping you feel more confident in your identity while creating a life that aligns with your values.
1 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Jayson L. Mystkowski
Psychologist, Ph.D., ABPP
Affirmative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ACBT) is an individualized, active and goal-oriented type of psychotherapy, with evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions targeting SGM-specific stress and concerns. Topics addressed in Affirmative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy include the following:
Stress management (e.g., coping skills, substance abuse and recovery)
Gender identity (e.g., evaluations for medical transition and supporting documentation, non-binary)
Coming-out (e.g., concerns about one’s family, religion, culture, and workplace)
Sexual health (e.g., safer sex, STIs, sex positivity)
22 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Mind Lodge
Therapist, LCPC
Our therapists provide affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients, offering support in navigating identity, relationships, and mental health challenges with sensitivity and respect.
21 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Philadelphia Couples Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Sexual orientations and identities are an integral part of the lens through which we experience the world around us. As human beings are social creatures, emotional, romantic, and/or sexual attractions to others are a common experience for us all. However, in an oftentimes heteronormative society, understanding and exploring what it means to be attracted to someone of the same sex, gender, or identity vector can be a confusing process. For some, trying to navigate the differences between romantic and sexual attractions might be a novel process as we are often taught to place emphasis largely on sexual compatibility. Even further, some might find that they are interested in folks from several sexual or gender identities in different ways. Whichever scenario is applicable to you, the clinicians at PCT firmly believe that having a safe space for this exploration is essential to figuring out what feels right for you and the relationships you wish to curate.
Additionally, navigating the “coming out” process can be its own challenge; much like other identity vectors, sexual orientation is greatly influenced by race, cultural background, ethnic group, religion, political identity, and ability status. The “coming out” process is not a linear process and we want to support you wherever you might be on your sexual identity journey. To that end, we at PCT highly respect each identity represented on the LBGTQIA+ spectrum. Each letter holds incredible weight by representing its own unique community of people with their own unique set of challenges. We want you to rest assured that, regardless of which LGBTQIA+ identity you hold, our clinicians are ready to provide you with affirming care as fierce advocates and allies of all sexual and gender identities.
Lastly, we know that for those coming in for couples therapy, there are a myriad of similarities and differences between those of LGBTQIA+ couples and straight couples. In this type of work, we remain open to exploring whichever issues seem most pressing to the couple. Depending on your relationship and personal history, you might find that there are several different areas you may wish to explore with your partner as you seek to bolster your relationship. Some examples of these are, and are not limited to, the following: navigating sexual identity changes mid-relationship, exploring LGBTQIA+ parenthood, coming out difficulties, sexual intimacy issues, examining relational trauma, and exploring polyamory. Regardless of your presenting concern, we look forward to working with you and joining you on your journey to continued self-discovery.
23 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Along the Path Counseling Services, P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Along the Path is a fully affirming practice for all gender and sexual identities. Services include individual therapy, HRT letters, gender affirming surgery letters, and gender affirming transition support.
17 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Natalie A Shafer
Counselor/Therapist, MA, NCC, LPC
LGBTQ+ experiences are shaped by both personal identity and broader social contexts, which can impact safety, self-expression, and a sense of belonging. I approach this work with affirmation and respect, recognizing the importance of being seen and understood without judgment. Alongside our work together, I hold an advocacy-oriented perspective, supporting you in navigating challenges while honoring your identity and lived experience.
2 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Gemstone Wellness, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, LCPC, LCSW, LPC
At Gemstone Wellness, LGBTQIA2S+ therapy is not framed as helping you “figure yourself out” in isolation—it is about understanding your identity in the full context of your life, your relationships, and the systems you’ve had to navigate. We recognize that exploring sexual orientation and gender identity can be expansive and liberating, while also complex, disorienting, and at times deeply painful. Therapy creates space for all of that to exist at once, without pressure to define, label, or resolve it prematurely.
Our practice is queer-led, and many of our therapists share lived experience within LGBTQIA2S+ communities. All clinicians are deeply trained in affirming care, meaning you won’t need to educate your therapist, defend your identity, or filter your experience to be understood. If working with a queer therapist is important to you, we prioritize that in our matching process, because we believe safety and resonance are foundational to meaningful work.
We approach this work through a trauma-informed, culturally aware lens. Living outside of dominant norms often comes with chronic stress—navigating visibility, safety, family systems, religion, and broader societal messaging that can invalidate or pathologize difference. Over time, this can lead to anxiety, shame, disconnection, or a sense of fragmentation. Therapy helps contextualize these experiences so they are no longer carried as personal failures, but understood as adaptive responses to real environments.
Our work often includes exploring the intersection of identity with relationships, intimacy, and community. This may involve navigating coming out, questioning or evolving identity, processing internalized stigma, or building relationships that feel aligned and authentic. We also support clients in non-traditional relationship structures, offering care that is explicitly affirming of queer, trans, polyamorous, and kink communities.
What distinguishes Gemstone Wellness is the relational experience of therapy itself. Sessions are collaborative, engaged, and human. We are not neutral observers of your identity—we are active, curious, and attuned participants in your process. There is room for uncertainty, for humor, for grief, and for growth.
The goal is not to arrive at a fixed definition of who you are. It is to build a relationship with yourself that feels grounded, coherent, and free—so your identity becomes something you live, not something you have to prove.
10 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Brandon Guin
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
As a member of the LGBTQAI+ community, I'm a strong advocate for helping other LGBTQAI+ individuals.
16 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Kreins Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
As a psychologist committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of the LGBT+ community, my approach to treatment is rooted in cultural humility, affirming the diverse identities and experiences of each individual. Through a safe and inclusive therapeutic space, I provide affirmative therapy that validates clients' identities, experiences, and challenges they may face due to societal stigma and discrimination. Utilizing culturally competent and evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, and interpersonal therapy, I work collaboratively with clients to address concerns related to coming out, family acceptance, relationship issues, and identity exploration. Additionally, I advocate for social support networks and community resources to facilitate connection and resilience. My goal is to empower LGBT+ individuals to navigate life authentically, foster self-acceptance, and thrive in their identities.
26 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Best Therapies, Inc.
Therapist
Best Therapies welcomes Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) folks who want support. We are committed to and value diversity for our practitioners, families, and communities.
LGBTQIA+, Gender Non-Conforming (GNC), and Non-Binary (Enby) as well as Queer and Trans People of Color (QTPOC) folks continue to experience stigma, harassment, discrimination, and violence. If you are in need of affirming support surrounding your experience as someone who is questioning their sexuality, gender expression, or identity within the LGBTQIA+ community, and are interested in connecting with a practitioner at Best Therapies, please reach out.
7 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Maggie Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, EMDR Certified, NCC
I have experience supporting LGBTQIA+ folks with identity exploration, relationship concerns, career stress, and healing from relational, familial, and societal trauma related to rejection, oppression, and discrimination. I provide affirming, compassionate care and welcome you to show up as your full self. Therapy can be a space to feel understood, build self-trust, and move forward with more confidence and clarity.
16 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Elaine Flockerzi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I specialize in LGBT Issues, as evidenced by my professional training, licensing credentials, and years of experience working successfully in this area of treatment.
8 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Bergen Counseling Collective
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
You deserve a therapist who gets it. Not one who needs you to educate them, not one who treats your identity as the problem to be solved, not one who's "fine with it" but clearly uncomfortable. Our clinicians provide LGBTQ+ affirming care that goes deeper than surface-level acceptance. We understand the specific stressors you navigate: family rejection or tension, coming out at different life stages, discrimination, internalized messages you're still untangling, relationships that don't fit the scripts you were handed. You don't have to translate your experience here. Telehealth throughout Illinois. BCBS PPO and Aetna accepted.
20 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Lawisha Dulski
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LCPC, NCC
This is an area that has impacted many people close to me. As a therapist and person, I identify as an Ally. I want to help individuals feel supported through all stages of their coming out process, life transitions, life in general.
10 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Teona Amble
Psychologist, Ph.D., LP
Are you have issues with gender identity or gender transition? Do you need support while undergoing gender therapy? Do you need a safe place to talk through questions and stress around your sexual orientation and sexuality? I am here to be a non-judgmental support for you to process your feelings and thoughts and to figure out how to speak your truth and become more comfortable with your identity or taking time to figure it out.
15 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Therapy Solutions, LLC
Psychologist
All of our therapists serve the LGBTQ community. Nicole Osborne specializes in supporting the needs of the LGBTQ community and their loved ones.
24 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Dr. Jennifer McManus
Psychologist, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, PLLC
Therapy can help with the unique challenges faced by members of the LGBTQ+ community and bring the transformation you seek. The online psychotherapy practice of Dr. Jennifer McManus specializes in helping ambitious women who are juggling it all find relief from stress, anxiety, burnout, and breakups. My mission is to provide scientifically informed psychotherapy without sacrificing compassion and concern.
12 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
The Caruso Wellness Center PLLC
Marriage and Family Therapist, DMin, MART, MA, ALMFT
I provide LGBTQ+ affirming counseling in a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free environment where you can be your authentic self. As an openly gay man, I understand firsthand that navigating questions of identity, relationships, family dynamics, faith, discrimination, and belonging can be both deeply personal and, at times, emotionally exhausting. My role is not to tell you who you should be, but to walk alongside you with respect, empathy, and clinical expertise. Whether you are exploring your identity, coping with minority stress, healing from rejection or religious trauma, strengthening your relationships, or simply seeking a therapist who understands LGBTQ+ experiences, I offer gender-affirming and sexuality-affirming care grounded in Adlerian principles of encouragement, belonging, and personal growth. Every client is welcomed with dignity, respect, and the belief that healing flourishes in an atmosphere of acceptance and genuine human connection.
3 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Bloom Behavioral Health Ptrs
Treatment Center, Psy'D, LPC, LMSW, CAADC, CCS
At Bloom, we provide an affirming and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ individuals navigating identity, relationships, coming out, family dynamics, discrimination, anxiety, and life stressors. We are committed to supporting clients with respect, understanding, and authenticity.
14 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
LGBTQ+
Dr Calvin Young
Counselor/Therapist, PhD, LCPC
We are not our sexuality. That is just one aspect of the human experience. All humans have value.
30 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Cary, Illinois Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Cary, Illinois average 15 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are LGBTQ+ Issues (100%), Anxiety or Fears (84%), and Depression (76%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 84% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 76% | Depression |
| 65% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 58% | Stress |
| 55% | Loss or Grief |
| 53% | Self Esteem |