LGBTQ+ therapists in Marion, IL
Browse LGBTQ+ therapists in Marion, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving LGBTQ+
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In the intricate tapestry of our lives, the pursuit of happiness, safety, and love is a universal quest. Yet, for many, the journey toward emotional wellness is fraught with challenges beyond their control. Trauma, familial history, and the burdens of life can cast shadows that obscure life's inherent beauty. I believe that each individual deserves to uncover, rediscover, and reclaim life's joy and purpose.
As a compassionate and dedicated psychoanalytical therapist, I aim to guide you through this transformative process with warmth and understanding. Through welcoming and conversational counseling services, I aim to create a space where you can explore the intricate connections between your mind, body, and spirit. This holistic approach seeks to assist you in reconnecting with your higher purpose, allowing you to navigate life unburdened by emotional pain.
5 Years Experience
Online in Marion, IL (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Psychworks Clinic
Psychologist, PHD
At PsychWorks Clinic, our goal is to create a space that is grounded in compassion, cultural awareness, and honesty.
Therapy is a partnership. We work together to unpack the stories you’ve been told and the ones you tell yourself, to find the truth underneath and build something stronger in its place. Whether we're working with a child finding their voice, a couple rebuilding connection, or a man learning it’s okay to feel, growth doesn’t always look like comfort, but it always leads to freedom.
This work is deeply human. And every session, every conversation, is an opportunity to remind someone that they are not broken, they’re becoming.
6 Years Experience
Online in Marion, IL
Serving LGBTQ+
Donald Glenn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
I am a passionate and involved therapist, and bring decades of experience as a healthcare provider to the field of psychotherapy. I create a warm and supportive environment for my clients, and will meet you where you are as you begin your journey, whether this is your first time in therapy or you are returning. I believe in treating the client, not the diagnosis, and will tailor a treatment plan to meet your individual needs. I will be an active and involved partner in your treatment, and will not simply sit back and listen.
2 Years Experience
Online in Marion, IL
Serving LGBTQ+
Gemstone Wellness, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, LCPC, LCSW, LPC
Gemstone Wellness offers trauma-informed, insight-oriented therapy for teens and adults seeking more than symptom relief. Our work is grounded in a deep understanding of trauma, anxiety, and nervous system regulation—helping you not just cope, but understand yourself at a meaningful level and create lasting change.
We also bring specialized expertise in sex therapy and grief and loss, supporting clients through some of life’s most vulnerable and complex experiences with care, nuance, and respect.
What sets us apart is how we show up. Therapy here is collaborative, human, and genuinely interactive. We are engaged with you—curious, attuned, and responsive. We laugh with you when it’s there, sit with you when it’s hard, and approach your story without judgment. You won’t find cold, clinical distance here—just real warmth, thoughtful insight, and a relationship that helps you feel seen.
10 Years Experience
Online in Marion, IL
Serving LGBTQ+
Sarah Farris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
I am trained in evidence-based practices for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, panic and phobias, trichotillomania and skin picking (BFRBs), and athlete mental health. I offer a client-focused, non-judgmental environment where you can address feelings of uncertainty, learn and implement new skills, and make meaningful changes in your life. Together, we will examine the challenges you are facing, set clear goals, and develop a plan to minimize the impact of stress and anxiety on your daily functioning. My approach is goal-oriented, supportive, and collaborative. Building trust is fundamental to the therapeutic relationship, and I strive to meet individuals where they are at the start of therapy.
14 Years Experience
Online in Marion, IL
LGBTQ+ therapists in Marion, IL Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Marion, IL average 15 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (82%), Depression (66%), and Trauma and PTSD (61%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 66% | Depression |
| 61% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 59% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 56% | Stress |
| 55% | Loss or Grief |
| 49% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 82% | Women |
| 61% | Men |
| 41% | Black / African American |
| 38% | Hispanic / Latino |