LGBT Issues therapists in Holyoke, Massachusetts MA
LGBT Issues
Rachel W. Friendly, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
It can be so hard to find affirming, safe spaces where we can explore our whole, authentic selves - where we can truly be all of us, in our largeness, our messiness, and our queerness. And especially these days, gender expansiveness can feel particularly scary. Gender trauma is real - but living inauthentically is excruciating. I work with queer and gender expansive adults who want to live their truth and explore their identities, but who might not be sure where to start. We can dig in to what may be holding you back, so that you can start to craft your truest, most beautiful life. We can investigate the internalized messages that may lead to shame or self-doubt. And we can work on replacing those messages with self-compassion, curiosity, and self-love. Together, we can help you to become your truest, most beautiful self.
13 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Upstream Mental Health
Psychologist, Ph.D., PsyD, LMHC, LCAT-LP
Our therapists are trained to support young adults, college students, graduate students, and young professionals across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum on a variety of concerns related to identity development, relationships, and other common mental health and mood issues.
1 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Liza Mordkovich
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Couples and individual therapy
13 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Marissa Cashman
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
I've been a fierce LGBTQIA+ ally and have worked with clients from this wonderful community since the start of my career.
10 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Jennifer Plumb Vilardaga, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Wherever you are on your journey, I aim to support you. We can work together on defining goals for your care whether it be exploring your identity, exploring if/how to share your identity with others, or coping with other stressors related to your life, we will take each as it comes. For some, their gender or sexual identity (or how others currently or historically have responded negatively or harmfully to you) is at the forefront of their life and treatment goals, and for some it is an important part of themselves but not a current focus for care. I aim to be affirming in all that we do, learning about and supporting you as a whole human worthy of dignity, respect, and kindness.
11 Years Experience