LGBTQ+ therapists in Aurora, CO
Browse LGBTQ+ therapists in Aurora, Colorado. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving LGBTQ+
Denver Mental Health Collective
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Denver Mental Health Collective is a group of therapists with a wide variety of specialties and experience. We value offering in person and virtual therapy to those from all walks of life. Whether you have been in therapy for years or seeking it for the first time, we can help you find a therapist who will be the right fit for your needs.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, CO
Online in Aurora, CO
Serving LGBTQ+
Candice Dow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC,
I believe therapy should be a space where you feel deeply seen, gently challenged, and supported in becoming more fully yourself. My work is rooted in relational healing, trauma-informed care, and a commitment to equity and authenticity. I integrate EMDR, CBT, and attachment-based modalities to support nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and meaningful change. Whether you're navigating anxiety, perfectionism, identity exploration, or complex trauma, I meet you with curiosity, compassion, and practical tools tailored to your needs. Together, we’ll explore what alignment looks like for you—so healing isn’t just about feeling better, but about living more truthfully.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, CO
Online in Aurora, CO
Serving LGBTQ+
Ryan Ramsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I help people fundamentally change how they relate to themselves, their thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. I believe that therapy should lead to meaningful, lasting changes in how you experience yourself and your day-to-day life.
To that end, I have completed advanced training and earned certifications in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) from the Albert Ellis Institute in New York City. I combine this knowledge and expertise with a humanistic, conversational, and person-centered approach to therapy.
My way of relating to clients is informal, down-to-earth, compassionate, and engaging. There’s a lot of back and forth, a lot of dialogue, and plenty of room to explore what you’ve experienced in the past, what’s happening in your life today, and where you want to go in the future. I want you to feel genuinely heard, understood, accepted, and comfortable being yourself.
I believe that when we change how we relate to ourselves and to life, we can become less anxious, more fulfilled, more self-directed, and more accepting and compassionate toward ourselves. That’s ultimately what I hope to help every client I work with achieve.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, CO
Online in Aurora, CO
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Stacie McPherson
Psychologist, M.A., Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist
If you've left an abusive or narcissistic relationship, you may have survived it by learning to support everyone but yourself. You learned to anticipate others’ emotions to keep the peace and to say yes all the time, but these things come at a cost. The self-doubt runs deep and you still replay conversations wondering if you’re the problem.
With over 10 years of experience, I specialize in helping people heal from toxic relationships. The people-pleasing that once kept you safe, and the self-doubt it left behind aren't permanent. You can take back the power you lost in that relationship!
You're human. And you're more powerful than the story you've been telling yourself. Therapy isn't just about learning to cope better. It's about reclaiming YOUR power. Power that got buried under everyone else's needs, bad relationships, and the constant pressure to hold it all together.
10 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, CO (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Greta Carlson, Psy.D., ABPP
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Welcome! I'm a clinical psychologist with nearly a decade of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I see children, adolescents, and young adults aged 5 and up with depression, chronic PTSD and dissociation, anxiety, OCD, and ADHD. My clients present with a range of concerns, including anxiety, ruminative thoughts, shame feelings, and perfectionism. Having had extensive experience in both psychodynamic psychotherapy and Trauma Focused-CBT, I take an integrative approach when working with clients-I collaborate with you and your child to tailor your goals and address needs for treatment.
While we would tailor treatment to further draw out and address your goals, I work to help you get to know yourself-to name and regulate a range of feelings, identify negative beliefs about yourself, others, or the world, and find healthier ways to cope with strong feelings. I also consider how your past history is relevant to your present relationships.
The decision to seek therapy is such a courageous one. I think, oftentimes, we can tell ourselves that we can "think through" or "solve problems" entirely on our own-it's so difficult to reach out for support! I work at a pace that feels manageable for you or your child, focusing on creating a warm and collaborative alliance for therapy and assessment.
7 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, CO (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Catherine Bitney
Psychologist, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
I have a passion for helping clients reduce anxiety, stress, confusion, sadness, and pain - so that they can live more fulfilling, authentic, and happy lives. Many of my clients have stated that coming to therapy has helped to catapult them out of their stagnation - enabling them to reach their full potential. For clients who have had difficulty finding a therapist who can understand their complex and intersecting identities, I can be a breath of fresh air. I work with folks ages 15 and up.
15 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, CO (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Vincent Espinoza
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
My therapy practice is focused on YOU, first and foremost! I believe we are all unique and a culmination of our values, desires, experiences and our untapped potential. My mission as a mental health clinician is to help my clients learn how to talk about sex in a healthy, unapologetic, sex-positive way and to confront and address past trauma so they can move into the present and enjoy a fulfilling life.
12 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, CO (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Michael Lockwood of Scene Creative Life Solutions
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMSW
Most men who reach out to me aren’t falling apart, they’re holding everything together while feeling numb, overwhelmed, or disconnected inside. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. You don’t need perfect words or a dramatic story to work with me. You just need the truth of where you are.
My work is grounded, direct, patient, and honest. I help men explore the deeper layers of identity, trauma, shame, and relationships, the things you were never given the space to talk about. I’m not here to lecture you or nod quietly. I’m here to help you understand yourself in a way that finally makes sense and opens something inside you that’s been shut for a long time.
If you’re ready for therapy that actually means something, I’m here for you.
11 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, CO (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Melaney Flaniken
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, B.S., Integrative Health Studies M.S., Clinical Mental Health Counseling
My counseling is rooted in trauma-informed care, existential exploration, and evidence-based practices like CBT and ERP. Whether you’re facing anxiety, navigating a life transition, or simply longing for more meaning and connection, we’ll work together to create a space where your voice matters and your goals guide the way.
You won’t get a one-size-fits-all approach here. Instead, you’ll be met exactly where you are—with compassion, curiosity, and a belief in your capacity to grow and heal.
If you're ready to explore your story, shift what’s no longer working, and step into a more empowered version of yourself, I invite you to reach out. Your healing starts with a single conversation—and I’m here when you’re ready.
3 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, CO (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Amanda Smith
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP
I work with adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, chronic worry, depression, parenting challenges, and major life transitions. I have advanced credentialing in ADHD and specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals, helping clients better understand how their unique brains work while building practical strategies for everyday life. I also diagnose ADHD in adults.
Whether you're managing the demands of college, balancing parenting responsibilities, or feeling overwhelmed by constant mental noise, therapy can provide a space to slow down, gain clarity, and create meaningful change.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. Together, we'll explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and develop tools that support your goals and values. For clients who desire it, I also offer Christian counseling and can thoughtfully integrate faith into our work together.
4 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, CO (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ therapists in Aurora, CO Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Aurora, CO average 14 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (79%), Depression (63%), and Trauma and PTSD (61%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
39%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 79% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 63% | Depression |
| 61% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Stress |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 50% | Loss or Grief |
| 48% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 81% | Women |
| 61% | Men |
| 38% | Black / African American |
| 38% | Hispanic / Latino |