LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in South Hadley, MA
Browse LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in South Hadley, Massachusetts. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Laurel Shortell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I offer an affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals to explore identity, relationships, and life’s challenges without pressure or assumptions. My approach is grounded in respect, openness, and a commitment to honoring each person’s unique experience.
18 Years Experience
Online in South Hadley, MA (Online Only)
Brian Bermack
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I am trained and experienced in offering compassionate, respectful and knowledgable therapy to help support the LGBTQ+ community. I am happy to support you. Please reach out today for more information.
12 Years Experience
Online in South Hadley, MA (Online Only)
Root & Rise Clinical Specialists
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R
At Root & Rise, we believe that affirming LGBTQIA+ identities isn’t optional—it’s foundational to our practice. As a clinic co-led by Kristina Scaglione, LCSW-R, who has long worked with LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families, we bring both lived-awareness and clinical fluency to gender, sexuality, non-traditional relationships, and identity transitions. Kristina’s background includes developing LGBTQIA+ mentoring initiatives, advocacy work on transgender rights, a history of designing programs for domestic violence in LGBTQIA+ settings, and maintaining licenses across NY, CT, FL, and MA.
We do more than use inclusive language. We purposefully integrate modalities like CBT, EFT, trauma-informed care, holistic work and attachment/identity processing in ways that honor your unique lived experience—not in a “one-size-fits-all” way, but tailored to intersectionality, relational complexity, and the broader context of systemic stressors. This means we--you--feel seen, validated, held accountable, and empowered.
If you’re seeking therapy where your gender, orientation, relationship style, and authentic self are embraced (not merely tolerated), and where the path ahead is built on clarity, safety, and growth, Root & Rise is ready and fully equipped to support you.
14 Years Experience
Online in South Hadley, MA
Dr. Kirsten Christensen
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Our therapists are trained to support college students, graduate students, professionals, and adults across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum on a variety of concerns related to identity development, relationships, and other common mental health and mood issues.
9 Years Experience
Online in South Hadley, MA (Online Only)
AJ Guerrero
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
I provide counseling to clients who want to address unfamiliar situations and celebrations around identity development and how to live their best life that's authentic to their LGBTQ+ identities.
10 Years Experience
Online in South Hadley, MA
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in South Hadley, MA Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in South Hadley, MA average 13 years of experience and charge around $199 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (34%), and Psychoeducational Therapy (34%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$199
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 34% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 34% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 32% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 29% | Integrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 45% | Senior |
| 32% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 84% | LGBTQ+ |
| 63% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 34% | Military / Veterans |
| 32% | Christian |