LGBTQ+ therapists in Old Saybrook, CT
Browse LGBTQ+ therapists in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving LGBTQ+
Jen Johnston Collaborative Change Counseling and Wellness
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LMHC
We are an open and affirming group of therapy providers offering counseling sessions to clients in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York. We are a group of providers passionate about working with individuals who want to create their life worth living.
A specialty of our group is working with individuals who are part of the LGBTQ+ community, either around sexual and gender identity questions directly or around other mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety, that are informed by sexual and gender identity. We work with many individuals who are gender non-conforming, transgender, or gender queer, as well as their families. We make no assumptions about your or your child's gender when you come to our practice, but rather our goal is to listen and help you navigate how best to move forward either individually or as a family. Part of our work also encompasses queer relationship counseling, as well as non-traditional relationships, such as open and polyamorous relationships.
Another primary speciality area of ours is offering evidenced based treatment, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, for emotion and behavior regulation. Clients come to us struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, mood swings, attention and organization difficulties, and/or self injury. We provide practice tools, skills and techniques to manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviors more effectively. We are focused on providing effective care for anyone who wants to make change in their life and reduce suffering.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Old Saybrook, CT
Online in Old Saybrook, CT
Serving LGBTQ+
5 Pointes Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS, CST
Hi, I’m Tammy Wagstaff, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience helping people navigate life’s hardest moments. I believe therapy should feel like a safe conversation—one where you don’t have to filter your thoughts or carry the weight alone. My approach is compassionate, holistic, and grounded in real-life strategies that support healing and growth.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, or questions around intimacy and identity, I create a nonjudgmental space where you can explore what’s going on and move toward feeling more connected—to yourself and to others.
You don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. If you're ready to take that first step, I’m here to walk alongside you.
27 Years Experience
Online in Old Saybrook, CT (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Paula Kirsch
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CST
Some things are hard to say out loud. Maybe you've never quite found the words, or the right person to say them to. Maybe you've been carrying questions about your body, your desire, your relationship, or who you are, quietly and for a long time.
You don't have to do that here.
I'm Paula Kirsch, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Therapist, and I work with women navigating sexual health concerns, LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, and people in ENM and kink-engaged relationships. Not as a specialty I added on, but as the heart of my practice. I understand your world, your language, and the particular weight of the things you may have never said to anyone.
Whatever you bring into this space, I'm not going to flinch, rush you, or hand you a formula. We'll sit with it together and figure out where to go from there. That's the work, and I genuinely love doing it. Book your Free Consultation on my website.
12 Years Experience
Online in Old Saybrook, CT (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Melissa Jermann
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Hi, I’m Dr. Melissa Jermann, a licensed psychologist with a deep passion for helping individuals overcome the challenges of OCD, anxiety, trauma, and perfectionism. I understand how these struggles can affect every aspect of your life, making even the smallest decisions or tasks feel overwhelming. That’s why my practice is committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based care that empowers you to reclaim your life!
9 Years Experience
Online in Old Saybrook, CT
Serving LGBTQ+
Kinnari Birla
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
At Elvive Psychological Services, we believe that every person deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported. Seeking therapy is a meaningful step, and our team is committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and move toward lasting change.
We recognize that each person's story is unique. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, we tailor treatment to each individual's strengths, experiences, values, and goals. Our clinicians use evidence-based practices while fostering genuine, collaborative relationships that empower clients to make meaningful progress.
Whether you are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, cultural or identity-related experiences, or simply looking to improve your overall well-being, we are here to support you. Our goal is to help clients develop practical tools, gain greater self-understanding, and create fulfilling, balanced lives.
At Elvive Psychological Services, we are honored to be part of your journey and are dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally responsive, and high-quality mental health care every step of the way.
13 Years Experience
Online in Old Saybrook, CT (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ therapists in Old Saybrook, CT Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Old Saybrook, CT average 15 years of experience and charge around $211 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (79%), Depression (64%), and Trauma and PTSD (60%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$211
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
41%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 5% |
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 |
| 64% | Depression |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 54% | Stress |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 48% | Loss or Grief |
| 45% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 36% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 83% | Women |
| 59% | Men |
| 42% | Black / African American |
| 40% | Military / Veterans |