Online LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Pontiac, Illinois IL
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LGBTQ+
Dr. Megan Marks
Psychologist, PhD
Finding a therapist who truly gets it can be hard—especially if you’ve spent too much time explaining or editing parts of yourself to feel safe. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I know how much it matters to have a space where you don’t have to explain your existence—just your goals.
I work with LGBTQ+ adults navigating identity exploration, relationships, chosen family, workplace dynamics, religious trauma, and the deep emotional toll of living in a world that too often questions your worth. Right now, the political climate is not just unsettling—it’s harmful, especially for trans and gender-diverse folks. You deserve a space where your identity is not only affirmed but protected. At The Momentum Practice, therapy is a place to exhale, reconnect, and move forward with more clarity and strength. I offer support for the full spectrum of your experience—from anxiety and perfectionism to workplace stress and burnout. When requested, I also provide letters for gender-affirming medical care, always with warmth, respect, and zero gatekeeping. With over 15 years of experience, I help clients move from self-doubt to self-trust, and from feeling stuck to feeling more aligned, empowered, and whole. You deserve a therapist who sees you, celebrates you, and journeys beside you. You matter—and I’m so glad you’re here. Contact me for a free 15 minute consultation!
21 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL
LGBTQ+
Heinig Health and Wellness Counseling
Psychologist, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, M.S. Health Psychology, M.A. Clinical Psychology, PSYPACT Providers
Here at HHAWC, our psychologists are committed to culturally responsive care that respects each person’s unique experience and lived identity. We provide affirming, inclusive psychotherapy for LGBTQ+ individuals navigating a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. Our approach offers a supportive space to explore identity, relationships, coming out, minority stress, anxiety, depression, and self-acceptance. Treatment focuses on fostering resilience, strengthening self-esteem, and supporting overall mental health and well-being in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
7 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL (Online Only)
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 Pontiac, IL
LGBTQ+
Transformations Counseling PLLC
Counselor/Therapist
We create a safe, affirming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals to explore identity, relationships, and life transitions with understanding and respect.
11 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL
LGBTQ+
Allyson Fellows, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Allyson Fellows, Psy.D., is dedicated to providing inclusive and affirming care for the LGBTQ+ community. With specialized expertise in addressing LGBT issues, Dr. Fellows creates a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their identities and experiences. She utilizes evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Relational-Cultural Therapy to support clients in navigating challenges related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression. Dr. Fellows is committed to fostering resilience, self-acceptance, and empowerment, helping her clients live authentically and thrive
8 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL
LGBTQ+
Eric Tivers (ADHD reWired)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP
As a queer, bisexual, and sex-positive therapist, I know how powerful it can be to have a space where you don’t have to explain or edit who you are. My practice is fully LGBTQ+ affirming and welcoming of all identities and relationship structures, including polyamorous and kink communities. As a bisexual man, I understand the unique challenges of biphobia and bi-erasure — both within and outside of the LGBTQ+ community — and how isolating that can feel.
I also understand how shame, masking, and rejection can shape our sense of self — and how healing it can be to feel seen, accepted, and supported just as you are. In therapy, we’ll explore identity, relationships, and self-expression in ways that align with your values and your nervous system. My approach is neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed, honoring the intersections of queerness, neurodivergence, and authenticity. Whether you’re processing coming out, navigating gender or relationship transitions, or simply wanting to live more fully as yourself, this is a space where all of you is welcome.
17 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
As an ally supporting those with LGBT+ issues, I provide a safe and affirming space for individuals to explore their identities and experiences. Through active listening, empathy, and respect, I validate their feelings and help them navigate challenges they may face, such as discrimination, coming out, or self-acceptance. I offer education and resources on LGBT+ issues, including terminology, rights, and community support networks. Additionally, I advocate for equality and inclusion in all areas of life, challenging discrimination and promoting acceptance and understanding. My goal is to empower LGBT+ individuals to embrace their authentic selves, feel supported, and thrive in a society that values diversity and equality.
5 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Gracie Orellano
Marriage and Family Therapist, ALMFT
As a queer individual and ally, I often use my experiences within today's culture to provide insight and create connection with my clients. This identity also informs me of how to help navigate challenges faced due to ongoing societal narratives. Things can get especially tough in this community when there aren't people who understand your perspective. I want to provide a space where my LGBT+ clients feel comfortable to be themselves and express their struggles.
2 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL (Online Only)
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 Pontiac, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Cultivate Your Essence
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, LCPC, MFT
At Cultivate Your Essence, we provide affirming, inclusive, and culturally responsive care for individuals within the LGBTQ+ community. Our therapists offer support for identity exploration, relationships, family dynamics, discrimination-related stress, life transitions, and overall emotional wellness in a safe and affirming environment.
8 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Dr. Anna Smith
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd, MA
Navigating coming out, identity exploration, minority stress, family rejection, or the unique challenges that can arise in queer, trans, or non-heteronormative relationships takes courage and support. I provide an affirming, kink- and trans-friendly space to process these experiences, reduce the weight of shame or external pressure, and build authentic connections—with yourself and with partners. Whether you’re working on individual identity, relationship dynamics, or creating the kind of intimacy that truly fits who you are, therapy here honors all parts of you.
10 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL (Online Only)
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 Pontiac, IL
LGBTQ+
Dr. Evelyn Comber
Psychologist, L.C.P.C., Ph.D., M.A., M.P.C., M.H.S., B.G.S.
As an ally to LGBTQ+ people, I am committed to providing you with high quality service that suits your needs. Wherever on the rainbow you are, know that you are accepted and respected. I have some experience in this area, but hesitate to call myself an expert because, as you know, unless you are living and being in the world as an LGBTQ+ - you don't *really* know. However, I get regular training as an ally and am truly open to hearing your experience plus I bring 20+years of therapeutic knowledge of working with LGBTQ+ to the table.
31 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, 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 Pontiac, IL
LGBTQ+
Nostos Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
We specialize in working with individuals who are identified as part of the 2slgbtqia+ community, as well as those who identify as part of ENM, Poly, BDSM and Kink communities. We are queer affirming and sex positive clinicians who are dedicated to providing a safe space for all.
12 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL
LGBTQ+
Lenny Gallo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Being part of the LGBTQIA+ community can bring incredible strength and resilience—but it can also come with unique challenges. Even as acceptance grows, discrimination, judgment, and pressure to conform still impact daily life and mental health.
Whether you’re coming out, exploring your gender or sexual identity, navigating family dynamics, considering non-monogamy, raising children, or aging in a world that doesn’t always understand—you're not alone. These experiences can bring up anxiety, depression, shame, or isolation, and you don’t have to carry that alone.
Therapy offers a space to talk openly about identity, sex, relationships, and health—including informed sexual decision-making and options like PrEP—without fear of judgment.
You deserve affirming care that respects who you are and supports where you want to go. Together, we can help you feel more grounded, empowered, and aligned with your values.
13 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Chris Scarberry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
At Healing Reflections Therapy, myself, my partner and our other therapists all are informed, open, affirming and enthusiastically support LGBTQ+ identities. What that means for clients is that you will not be expected to educate us on what your identity means in part because we prioritize , we are all allies or Queer ourselves, and we understand the common and current challenges faced by Queer and Trans people. I frequently say that what I appreciate most about LGBTQ+ folx is their dedication to trying to keep family ties intact and the importance they often simultaneously place on community and self-expression and identity. This is a safe space for those exploring or questioning their gender or sexual orientation. I do a great deal of that work. Our building has gender-free bathrooms and the other office spaces are rented by good caring people, so we encourage everyone to dress and present however you do or want to try out.
26 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL
LGBTQ+
Debra Zand
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Welcome to a safe, affirming space. I provide specialized, non-judgmental therapy for LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families that focuses on resilience, self-discovery, and navigating unique challenges. Whether you are exploring identity, dealing with stress, or seeking support for everyday life, I am here to help you thrive as your authentic self.
26 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL
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 Pontiac, IL
LGBTQ+
Beth Janis
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Everyone deserves to feel seen, understood, and - most importantly - safe, and especially so in this current sociopolitical climate. I prioritize making my sessions safe and inclusive for all members of the LGBT+ community, and I'm here to partner with you as you navigate the current stressors you may be facing. Whether you're wanting to increase self-understanding, explore relationship patterns, or navigate other areas of your life, you deserve to be able to hold all aspects of your identity with compassion and care.
8 Years Experience
Online in Pontiac, IL
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Pontiac, Illinois Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Pontiac, 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 |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Stress |
| 54% | Loss or Grief |
| 54% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |