LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Des Plaines, Illinois IL
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LGBTQ+
XaHara A. MeGod
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, R-DMT, CPT
I provide affirming, body-based care for LGBTQ+ individuals navigating coming out, gender exploration, family rejection, minority stress, or identity integration. Your identity is never pathologized here. Together, we honor your unique joys and struggles, and build resilience from a place of cultural and somatic awareness.
8 Years Experience
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
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 Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Wolf Pack Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
At Wolf Pack, we provide affirming, inclusive therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals and communities. Our team supports you in exploring identity, relationships, and life transitions with acceptance and care.
19 Years Experience
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Emem Itiat
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
I work from a liberation Psychology standpoint and humanist framework observing individuals through the lens of their unique and shared intersections. When it comes to fighting against hate, discrimination, and violence against queer bodies I believe in working to enhance radical acceptance through promoting self-contentment, awareness building by identifying the underlying and overlying systems of oppression and how they manifest internally, and working towards dismantling those systems both externally and internally.
16 Years Experience
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Patrick R. Gunderson, Ph.D., PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
I work extensively with people in the LGBTQ+ community as a therapist and ally. I can help to build self-assurance, reduce gender dysphoria, and promote comfort in your body.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Des Plaines, IL
LGBTQ+
The Caruso Wellness Center PLLC
Marriage and Family Therapist, DMin, MART, MA, ALMFT
I provide LGBTQ+ affirming counseling in a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free environment where you can be your authentic self. As an openly gay man, I understand firsthand that navigating questions of identity, relationships, family dynamics, faith, discrimination, and belonging can be both deeply personal and, at times, emotionally exhausting. My role is not to tell you who you should be, but to walk alongside you with respect, empathy, and clinical expertise. Whether you are exploring your identity, coping with minority stress, healing from rejection or religious trauma, strengthening your relationships, or simply seeking a therapist who understands LGBTQ+ experiences, I offer gender-affirming and sexuality-affirming care grounded in Adlerian principles of encouragement, belonging, and personal growth. Every client is welcomed with dignity, respect, and the belief that healing flourishes in an atmosphere of acceptance and genuine human connection.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Des Plaines, IL
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois
LGBTQ+
Ostara Psychotherapy Associates PLLC
Psychologist
I am a queer ally with over 10 years experience and training in treatment and assessment of Gender Dysphoria and LGBTQ population including individual and group therapies.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Des Plaines, IL
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois
LGBTQ+
Dr. Sam Macy
Psychologist, PsyD
As an LGBT-affirmative therapist, my goals are to gain a textured and holistic understanding of peoples' salient identities, while promoting empowerment and authentic living.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Des Plaines, IL
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois
LGBTQ+
Rick Tivers
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CGP
Highly specialized in the coming out process, managing gay relationships and gay couples therapy. Formerly married to a woman 18yrs, have 3 grown children. Now married to a man and openly gay.
45 Years Experience
In-Person Near Des Plaines, IL
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois
LGBTQ+
Best Therapies, Inc.
Therapist
Best Therapies welcomes Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) folks who want support. We are committed to and value diversity for our practitioners, families, and communities.
LGBTQIA+, Gender Non-Conforming (GNC), and Non-Binary (Enby) as well as Queer and Trans People of Color (QTPOC) folks continue to experience stigma, harassment, discrimination, and violence. If you are in need of affirming support surrounding your experience as someone who is questioning their sexuality, gender expression, or identity within the LGBTQIA+ community, and are interested in connecting with a practitioner at Best Therapies, please reach out.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Des Plaines, IL
Online in Des Plaines, IL Illinois
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Des Plaines, Illinois Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Des Plaines, Illinois average 15 years of experience and charge around $199 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (43%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (42%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$199
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
45%
Gender ID
| 52% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 34% | Multicultural Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 82% | LGBTQ+ |
| 65% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 32% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 32% | Hispanic / Latino |