LGBTQ+ therapists in Amherst, MA
Browse LGBTQ+ therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving LGBTQ+
Laurel Shortell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I work with a diverse range of individual adults throughout Massachusetts, including those in relationships of all configurations, college students, those grieving pet loss, and technical professionals, drawing on my own background as a software engineer. I also maintain a focus on clients who are on the autism spectrum, including neurodivergent adults and relationships where one or more partners identify as being on the spectrum.
18 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
The Florida Center for Healthy Sexuality
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, CST, CSAT
Being a Sex Therapist, I like potential clients to know that I deliberately create a safe, non-judgmental environment both online and in person. My dream is for sex and relational health to be honored and easy to talk about, and for the myths and realities of what is possible to come to light.
15 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA
Serving LGBTQ+
Robin Okun
Therapist, LICSW
Real growth doesn't require a commute; it happens when you feel safe enough to put down the weight you've been carrying. As a remote clinician, I maintain a private space where busy women can step away from daily demands and focus entirely on themselves.
My approach goes beyond surface-level advice. As both a clinician, a parent, and someone who has experienced therapy firsthand, I know how deeply that fit matters. Together, we’ll untangle self-doubt, address the impact of past experiences, and help you tune into your body's signals. We’ll move at a pace that feels right for you, giving you practical strategies to navigate life's challenges and foster genuine ease.
37 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Kirsten Christensen
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I'm a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy.
Every person is unique, and therapy should be the same - that’s why I take a tailored, individualized approach that’s flexible to meet your needs and goals. The foundation of my work is a multicultural-feminist perspective that positions you as the expert of your own experience. I take a warm, collaborative approach to help you get clarity about who you are and how you want your life to look. I also integrate evidence-based interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and relational frameworks. My goals involve helping clients move upstream to identify and resolve systemic and personal patterns that keep them stuck and working together to find more joy.
I also believe that the personal is political. More often than not, sociopolitical systems of oppression like racism, sexism, heterosexism, transphobia, ableism, and more directly impact mental health. As a result, I take an actively anti-racist, intersectional, identity-affirming approach with clients across a broad spectrum of marginalization and privilege.
I specialize in working with college students, graduate students, young adults, and professionals in Massachusetts on a variety of common issues including: mood (anxiety, depression), identity development, life transitions and adjustment, ADHD, relationship issues, academic and career issues, and burnout.
9 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Root & Rise Clinical Specialists
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R
At Root & Rise, you get more than therapy — you get clinicians who are skilled, direct, compassionate, and deeply invested in your growth. We specialize in helping high-functioning adults move beyond burnout, anxiety, and old patterns by getting to the root of what’s really going on and creating meaningful, lasting change. Our approach is warm but no-B.S., evidence-based yet deeply human, and tailored to the realities of your life. If you’re ready for therapy that actually moves the needle — not just surface-level coping — reach out. We’ll help you rise into a stronger, clearer, more aligned version of yourself.
14 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA
LGBTQ+ therapists in Amherst, MA Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Amherst, MA average 14 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (77%), Depression (61%), and Trauma and PTSD (58%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
47%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 53% |
Online Only |
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| 47% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 77% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 61% | Depression |
| 58% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 55% | Stress |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 48% | Self Esteem |
| 47% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 78% | Women |
| 61% | Men |
| 48% | Military / Veterans |
| 47% | Black / African American |