LGBTQ+ therapists in Howard Beach, New York NY
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Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Joel J. Stukalin
Therapist, PHD, ABPP, FAACP
For forty years as a respected and trusted psychologist in the Queens and New York regions, Dr. Joel Stukalin has provided quality couples counseling, marriage counseling and individual psychotherapy and psychoanalysis to his clients from many cultures, religions and ethnicities.
39 Years Experience
In-Person Near Howard Beach, NY
Serving LGBTQ+
Laura Potel
Therapist, LCAT, CST
I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. I specialize in sex therapy, couples therapy, and working with members of the queer, non-monogamous/polyamorous, kink, and sex work communities - though I proudly work with clients from all backgrounds.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Howard Beach, NY
Online in Howard Beach, NY New York
Serving LGBTQ+
Julien Moe
Hypnotherapist, Diploma in Clinical and Applied Hypnosis, Diploma in Life Coaching
"Welcome to Moe Psychological Services with A Touch Of Care. Time to shine & be a new YOU! Moe Psychological Services has been helping clients enhancing & enriching their lives. Whether your issues are psychological, family, academic, social, dating, or professional, we can help you help yourself get resilient in no time. Affordable and efficient life coaching and clinical hypnotherapy available on Skype, phone, text, FaceTime and homebound. We use DIcit hypnotherapy, and other clinical hynotherapies. What matters most is the soonest recovery of our clients."
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Howard Beach, NY
Online in Howard Beach, NY New York
Serving LGBTQ+
Menucha Banayan
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMHC
Sometimes couples come to therapy feeling exhausted and discouraged — like they’ve tried everything and are still ending up in the same painful patterns. My practice is a warm, supportive space where both partners feel heard, understood, and respected. I work with couples who feel alone in their marriage, stuck in rough communication cycles, or unsure how things got so distant despite trying so hard. Together, we gently explore triggers, the ways you each impact one another, and the deeper emotions underneath the conflict. My goal is to help you move out of blame and disconnection and into a relationship where you feel secure, valued, and truly loved. If you’re longing for closeness again, I would be honored to walk alongside you in that process.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Howard Beach, NY
Online in Howard Beach, NY New York
Serving LGBTQ+
Christie Roe
Therapist, LMSW
I see therapy as an invitation to center yourself, follow your experience, and co-create the conditions for more clarity, choice, and connection, inside and out. My integrative approach aims to address your stressors, symptoms, and struggles in context, with attention to root causes, unmet needs, and practical possibilities for healing and harmonization in mind, body, and relationships.
2 Years Experience
Online in Howard Beach, NY New York (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Nadira Jackson - TherapyWithDira
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
As a Black female Licensed Mental Health Clinician with nearly five years of experience, I hold deep respect for the ways culture, identity, and intergenerational experiences shape us. I bring curiosity, compassion, and cultural awareness to our work. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, self-worth, trauma, or life transitions—this is a space where your whole self is welcome.
Therapy with me isn’t about fixing you—it’s about coming home to yourself. And from that place, building deeper, more meaningful connections in every area of your life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Howard Beach, NY New York (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Maricia Thompson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I am a New York based LCSW with a passion and a vigor for helping others on their mental health journey. My therapy approach comes from a place of compassion where one of my main goals is making sure my client feel as supported, heard and empowered as possible. Therapy is not a one size fits all and the approach used with each client individually should reflect this. I help each client articulate their thoughts and feelings in order to get a better understanding of what is causing their depression/anxiety/stress/unhappiness. I approach therapy from an integrative perspective, taking interest in the clients cultural background and experiences and tailoring a therapeutic modality that is the best fit for them.
Just like therapy, healing is also not a one size fits all and I understand that making the first steps into therapy, and towards that healing, may have been a difficult decision and I applaud your courage for making that first step. With your desire for change and my commitment to support and empower you, we will navigate a pace that works best for you to strengthen all aspects of your body and mind and the connection they have to each other.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Howard Beach, NY
Online in Howard Beach, NY New York
Serving LGBTQ+
Steven Merino
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, goals, and pace. I understand that it takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and meaningful life, and I honor that bravery. Whether you're navigating challenges or working toward personal growth, I’m here to support and empower you every step of the way. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you can explore, heal, and move forward with confidence
2 Years Experience
Online in Howard Beach, NY New York (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Wayne Ayers
Psychologist, PhD
Psychotherapy can be challenging, but it is a rewarding process. Most people come in to discuss the problems in their lives. They often forget about what is going well, and what are their natural talents and abilities. I train and supervise psychologists at area hospitals. Because of this I am sensitive to ethical concerns: honesty, integrity and practicality. I strive to create a very kind and safe atmosphere where personal exploration is possible. Psychotherapy should be collaborative. I am active and vocal and give my clients ongoing feedback, inquiry and support.
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Howard Beach, NY
Online in Howard Beach, NY New York
Serving LGBTQ+
Farzana Rahman
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D
Having worked for a decade, I have supported clients through the nuanced and demanding areas of interpersonal stress, major life transitions, identity exploration, and the long-lasting impact of early adverse childhood experiences. I hold particular care and awareness towards the cultural, relational, and systemic forces that shape a person’s sense of self. I feel especially attuned to how family histories and early attachments influence adult relationships, therefore, I often invite clients to explore identity, unlearn old narratives, and build relationships that feel grounded and authentic. My unique, yet collective experiences as a child of immigrant parents and a South Asian woman allow me to recognize how family expectations, cultural identity, gender identity, and other parts of ourselves are important in the therapy work.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Howard Beach, NY
Online in Howard Beach, NY New York
LGBTQ+ therapists in Howard Beach, New York Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Howard Beach, New York average 15 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (81%), Depression (70%), and Trauma and PTSD (60%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 45% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 70% | Depression |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 52% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 52% | Stress |
| 45% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 84% | Women |
| 64% | Men |
| 49% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 49% | Black / African American |