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+
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+
Soulful Steps, LLC - Jenna Kapp
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
What makes my practice special is the way I strive to create a space where you can feel safe, seen, and truly yourself. I know how important it is to feel comfortable with your therapist, so I focus on building a genuine connection rooted in warmth, trust, and respect.
I don’t believe therapy should feel distant or clinical—it should feel human. I meet each person where they are, honoring their story and moving at a pace that feels right for them. Together, we explore what’s been feeling heavy, what’s getting in the way, and what healing and growth might look like for you.
My approach blends compassion with practical support, helping you not only gain insight but also feel more equipped in your day-to-day life. Whether you’re navigating stress, transitions, self-esteem, or relationships, my hope is that you leave feeling a little more grounded, understood, and supported than when you came in.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, CO
Online in Aurora, CO
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with young adults and adults who feel overwhelmed, overextended, and stuck in patterns they can’t think their way out of. Often, they’re still keeping life moving on the outside. Many of my clients are high‑functioning and responsible, while privately feeling depleted, anxious, or shut down. Therapy offers a place to slow down, notice what’s happening in your body and mind, and begin shifting toward a life that feels more like your own, including how you relate to yourself and others. My style is clear, thoughtful, and deeply attuned.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, CO
Online in Aurora, CO
Serving LGBTQ+
Ryan Ramsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I’m a real guy. Not stuffy. Not pretentious. And I sure as hell don’t know everything. You’re looking for a therapist who you can relate to, who will really hear you and get you, and who won’t judge you. I’m that guy.
I am highly trained and experienced in my work but, at the end of the day, being an authentic human is more important than anything else. I will help you feel comfortable being yourself, opening up at your pace, and processing and making sense of what you’re going through. We’ll explore what you feel, how you think, how you relate to yourself, and work towards helping you feel more comfortable in your own skin and more confident in your ability to meet any challenge life may throw at you.
You are welcome to reach out to me by email or you may also book an initial consultation through my website. I am happy to answer any questions you may have about me or therapy in general and I look forward to talking with you.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aurora, CO
Online in Aurora, CO
Serving LGBTQ+
Tara Murphy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I believe every human being has inherent value, yet so many of us carry deep shame from past experiences that tell us otherwise—messages like “I’m bad,” “I’m too much,” “I’m unlovable,” or “If I show myself, I’ll be rejected.” These beliefs can quietly shape how we see ourselves, our relationships, and what we think is possible. In therapy, I work to help uncover and soften these old burdens so they no longer hold you back. My style is warm, collaborative, and deeply respectful of the courage it takes to show up. Together, we’ll build a space where you can feel seen in your wholeness, reconnect with your own inner wisdom, and move toward a life that feels freer and more grounded.
29 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, CO (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Nava Narayani
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RYT
I specialize in helping couples and individuals navigate the complex territory of relationships, with themselves and each other. Whether you're a couple working through conflict, rebuilding intimacy, healing the impact of sexual trauma, exploring premarital counseling, or consciously uncoupling with grace, or an individual ready to break old patterns and reclaim your voice, I offer a space that is safe, nonjudgmental, and alive with curiosity. I believe that real change happens when we feel truly met, and I bring both clinical depth and genuine human warmth to every session. My style is gentle yet direct, and warm yet pinpointed to support your growth.
6 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, CO (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Rebecca Castle-Waller
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING WAITLIST CLIENTS
Hey Survivor, are you tired of feeling guilty and overwhelmed all the time? Everyone else seems so together and you're stuck battling your past? I get it. My name is Rebecca Castle-Waller and I help badass women with trauma become present in their lives and in their relationships, so you can actually enjoy this life you've built.
Many of my clients grew up in chaotic and unstable homes where from a young age they started taking care of others. Making meals, waking their parents up for work, getting their siblings off to school. From there, you went on to take care of your partner and your kiddos while also working hard to keep everything running smoothly. Now with work and relationships and family drama and life you feel constantly stressed out and like you should be doing more. Oh, and you're doing all of this while facing nightmares, flashbacks, numbness, random waves of anger, and the like. Who's taking care of you?
Let's give you a space where you can be your messy, imperfect self so you can finally take care of you. It's time to heal your trauma, you've built an amazing life and you deserve to actually live it.
7 Years Experience
Online in Aurora, CO (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Cara Bussell, PhD, LLC
Psychologist
You're not alone in facing life's challenges and you can navigate them with additional support. Whether you're coping with anxiety, grief, addiction, caregiving stress, or major life transitions, I provide thoughtful, evidence-based support tailored to your needs. My clients often say they feel truly heard, respected, and empowered in our work together. Whether you're adjusting to a new stage of life simply feeling overwhelmed, I provide a steady presence to help you move forward.
Please note that I am located in Colorado. If you are viewing my profile, I am authorized to provide telehealth services in your state. Reach out for a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
11 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+
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)
Aurora is one of Colorado's most ethnically diverse cities and home to Buckley Space Force Base, creating a therapy community shaped by both military families and a remarkably multicultural civilian population that includes large communities from East Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America. The city's proximity to Denver and its own rapidly expanding healthcare sector — anchored by Children's Hospital Colorado and UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus — give it significant institutional mental health resources and a large population of healthcare workers navigating occupational stress. Therapists experienced with military trauma, refugee resettlement, and bicultural identity serve distinct and important roles in Aurora's clinical landscape. The city's rapid growth has accelerated demand for therapists who specialize in life transitions and the challenges of building community in a fast-changing suburban environment.
LGBTQ+ therapists in Aurora, CO Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Aurora, CO average 14 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (79%), Depression (65%), and Trauma and PTSD (62%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 79% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 65% | Depression |
| 62% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 59% | Stress |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 50% | Loss or Grief |
| 49% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 84% | Women |
| 60% | Men |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |
| 38% | Black / African American |