Online LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Markham, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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LGBTQ+
Jenna Burnham
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, Registered Psychotherapist
Offering compassionate care for gender diverse, gender questioning and trans individuals. Offering a safe space for exploration and growth.
3 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
AL Kaibzhanov, Psychotherapist & Coach | Anxiety, Trauma & EMDR Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, LCSW
LGBTQ+ Issues may involve identity exploration, coming out, relationships, family dynamics, discrimination, or life transitions. I provide an affirming and supportive space where clients can openly discuss their experiences without judgment. Therapy focuses on strengthening self-acceptance, resilience, and emotional well-being while honoring your unique journey.
17 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Atlas Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
LGBTQ+ centered care provides a safe, affirming, and inclusive space to explore identity, relationships, mental health, and the unique challenges that can arise from societal stigma, discrimination, or internalized stress. Through a compassionate and evidence-based approach, clients are supported in building self-acceptance, resilience, and confidence while navigating life transitions, coming out, family dynamics, and community connection. The focus is on fostering authenticity, empowerment, and overall emotional well-being.
11 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Tamara Daniszewski
Registered Social Worker, M.ED, MSW, RSW
At Brookhaven Psychotherapy, we offer affirming therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals, couples and families. Whether you are exploring identity, navigating coming out or dealing with discrimination or family rejection, therapy provides a space where you do not have to explain or hide who you are. You deserve care that respects and celebrates your authenticity.
13 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Alison Taylor
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, GIT.Dip, CAPT, CRPO
From birth, we begin selfing: forming our sense of self through our responses to our own internal sensations, as well as how we interact with our environment/others, and how the environment/others respond to us. We receive implicit and explicit messages from the environment/others about how we’re allowed to be in order to belong, and how we’re *not* allowed to be. We learn to make ourselves more acceptable in order to survive. This process of selfing is crucial in our early life, but it doesn’t stop just because we grow up. We continue identifying (as a verb, not a noun!) throughout adulthood, with the possibility of remaining flexible and available even as we get more clear about who we are.
Exploring your identity, relationships, and sense of self as an LGBTQIA+ person can be deeply meaningful, and at times, complex or challenging, depending on what you learned about how it is possible for you to be in the world, and how the world responds to you. You may be navigating questions of belonging, visibility, safety, or internalized messages about who you’re “allowed” to be.
In our work together, we bring curiosity and kindness to exploring how these experiences live in your body, your emotions, and your relationships. We move at your pace, creating a space where you can show up as you are, taking note of and questioning any perceived judgements or pressures to fit a particular narrative. As you build awareness and self-trust, many people discover a growing sense of freedom: the more you allow yourself to be exactly who you are, the more space opens for connection, aliveness, and authenticity in your life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Edan Tasca
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
LGBTQ2S+-affirming therapy for LGBT issues—identity, family dynamics, relationships, and minority stress. All of you is welcome; your pronouns and safety will be honoured. Evidence-based care, zero judgment.
10 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Collaborative Care Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
At Collaborative Care Therapy, we provide a supportive and affirming environment for individuals exploring or facing challenges related to LGBT issues. Our therapists are committed to offering inclusive and sensitive care that respects the unique experiences of each individual within the LGBT community.
We understand the complexities that can arise from navigating identity, coming out, relationship dynamics, and societal acceptance. Our approach is holistic and tailored, addressing the psychological, social, and emotional aspects of LGBT-related experiences. Whether dealing with issues of gender identity, sexual orientation, discrimination, or transitioning, our therapists are equipped with the expertise to offer effective support.
We utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques, including affirming therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices, designed to enhance self-acceptance, build resilience, and improve overall well-being. At Collaborative Care Therapy, we are here to help you explore your identity safely, manage related challenges, and empower you to live authentically.
11 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Usman Khan
Registered Psychotherapist, MD, MPH, MACP, RP
Navigating LGBTQ2IA+ issues can present unique challenges related to identity, acceptance, and relationships. I provide a supportive and affirming space where we can explore these challenges together. Using a client-centred approach, we focus on your individual experiences and work towards empowerment, self-acceptance, and navigating any difficulties you may face. Contact me to discuss how we can work together to support your LGBTQ2IA+ journey. Book a free consultation today.
4 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Dr. Joshua Albert
Psychologist, Psy.D, C.Psych
I work with all expressions of gender to help individuals best understand and communicate the ways in which they would like to relate to self, to sexuality, to love, and to others.
10 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Ashley Bargent Coaching & Counselling
Registered Social Worker, Associate Certified Coach, ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider MSW, RSW, ACC, ADHD-CCSP
I provide a safe space for LGBTQ+ clients using an approach that is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and strengths-based. Based in Toronto, I provide virtual counselling to clients across Ontario and coaching to clients across Canada. I've been in practice since 2015. Reach out anytime to learn more or schedule a free consultation. I'd love to hear from you!
11 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
North Star Therapy-- Cleo Haber
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
We value authenticity and seek to help our clients settle into their healing journey without judgement. We have experience working with clients who are exploring their sexual identity, gender, navigating new relationships, or struggling to thrive in a heteronormative world. We aim to facilitate a safe exploration of your emotions, experiences and thoughts, as we know the value of being heard, seen and witnessed. In psychotherapy, we may explore issues pertaining to family, community, safety, identity, self-acceptance, and living life outside the mainstream narrative.
25 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Barbara Freedman
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor
I have offered LGBT clients my guidance and support through all stages of their transition process. In addition to being on the Quick Victim Response List for Ottawa Victim Services , my work with “The Well,” (a drop in day shelter for woman and children), along with my role as a Distant Counsellor on Presto Experts - (On-line Chat & Phone Counselling) afforded me the opportunity to work with many LGBTQ issues. The process of counselling this group has involved psychoeducation, along with reframing the discussion to a natural aspect of human diversity-along a continuum. I feel that my role in addition to normalizing clients' feelings, is to counsel them regarding the range of treatment options along with their implications. I have explored these members inner conflicts including those of internalized oppression. . One must understand their own internal process to be able to explain these to others. I have often heard the words echoed "How can I possibly explain this to other people when I cannot even explain it to myself." Self awareness involves discussing ones feeling brought on by guilt, and shame for wanting to be themselves and includes discussing fears of coming out . Resolution of these internal struggles allows them to further grow and develop their self identity. Self -understanding has an enormous impact on self actualization and identity reformation as well as managing intra-external conflicts. Having a stronger sense of self helps the individual better stand up to such conflicts posed by a non accepting family, work, or society.
A further task in helping the LGBT community is to be instrumental in assisting them in finding social support. Connecting with others, especially those in groups with similar emotions and issues is essential to belonging, and to decrease isolation.
I look forward to working with more LGBT clients to watch them grow and develop their unique self identity.
23 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Tony Miller
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP
Therapy can provide a collaborative space to explore your experiences as part of the LGBTQIA+ community. While I am not properly positioned to support you, at our clinic, Psychotherapy Collective, we have several therapists available to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if they are the proper fit for your journey https://www.psychotherapycollective.ca/index.php/areas-of-focus/lgbtq2ia
9 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Healing Pathways Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapists
We support LGBTQ+ individuals navigating identity, relationships, coming out, family dynamics, self-acceptance, and the emotional impact of feeling unseen, misunderstood, or marginalized. Our approach is affirming, compassionate, and non-judgmental, creating a space where clients can explore their experiences openly and safely. Therapy can support greater self-understanding, resilience, emotional well-being, and a stronger sense of authenticity in how you move through the world.
4 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Ivana Stanic Counselling & Psychotherapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Navigating identity, relationships, family dynamics, or societal pressures can feel isolating and emotionally complex. I strive to provide an affirming, non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences openly, strengthen self-understanding, and feel supported in living more authentically.
1 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Jose Luis Lopez Vargas
Registered Psychotherapist, RP.
I offer an affirming, inclusive therapeutic space where identity and lived experience are respected. Using a relational and experiential approach, we explore authenticity, belonging, relational patterns, and embodied self-acceptance to help you live more fully and congruently as yourself.
7 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Tanya Beach
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP (Qualifying)
Recognizing and affirming the unique experiences, challenges, and strengths of the 2SLGBTQI+ community is essential as many in the community face issues such as discrimination, internalized stigma, family rejection, and struggles with identity or coming out. These challenges can impact mental health, leading to feelings of isolation, anxiety, or depression. My role is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their identities, process difficult emotions, and begin to heal from trauma. It's crucial to approach these issues with cultural humility and sensitivity while helping clients build resilience and feel empowered to live authentically. Book a free 15-minute consultation with me to see if I’m the right fit for you.
3 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
Reflection Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MSW, RSW, RSSW
At Reflection Centre, we are committed to providing a safe and affirming space for the LGBTQ+ community. We understand the unique challenges faced by individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ and offer specialized therapy to support them on their journey. Our therapists have expertise in addressing a wide range of issues related to sexuality, gender identity, and relationships. We strive to create a welcoming environment where clients can explore their identity and find healing and acceptance. If you are an LGBTQ+ individual seeking support, we are here to help.
33 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
LGBTQ+
James "Jamie" Myslik
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RSW
I've worked with 2SLGBTQIA+ folks for all of my eighteen-year career and am queer myself. While I've found queerness is rarely the central focus of the work folks want to to, it permeates our lives and often colours the primary issues folks do want to work with (such as our relationships with anxiety, hypervigilence, shame, etc); and with me folks have always appreciated not having to educate their counsellor about queerness.
18 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Donald Hill
Registered Psychotherapist, M.Div., M.Th., RMFT, RP
Therapy can provide a collaborative space to explore your experiences as part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Meet our team of therapists and schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if they are the proper fit for your journey https://www.psychotherapycollective.ca/index.php/areas-of-focus/lgbtq2ia
10 Years Experience
Online in Markham, ON
Markham is one of the most ethnically Chinese cities in North America outside of East Asia, with a majority Chinese population and a significant South Asian minority, creating a therapy community with unusually strong demand for Mandarin-, Cantonese-, and Punjabi-speaking practitioners. The city is a major technology hub — home to Canadian headquarters for IBM, Apple, and dozens of other multinationals — generating consistent demand for therapists who work with high-performance workplace stress, burnout, and the particular identity pressures of first-generation professionals navigating career expectations between cultures. Markham Stouffville Hospital provides institutional mental health resources, while many residents also access care through the broader Toronto metro therapy ecosystem. Help-seeking stigma in some East Asian communities remains an important context for therapists, who often find themselves helping clients normalize therapy alongside the clinical work.
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Markham, Ontario, Canada Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Markham, Ontario, Canada average 11 years of experience and charge around $178 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are LGBTQ+ Issues (100%), Anxiety or Fears (92%), and Depression (87%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$178
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 92% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 87% | Depression |
| 85% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 83% | Stress |
| 80% | Self Esteem |
| 80% | Loss or Grief |