LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Ridgewood, NY
Browse LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Ridgewood, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
LGBTQ+
Julien Moe
Hypnotherapist, Diploma in Clinical and Applied Hypnosis, Diploma in Life Coaching
To be gay or lesbian is inborn and you should be proud of yourself. "I am here to help you build a bold & real you!"
"Out of the Closets and into the Streets"
"We are here & We are Queer."
I will help you transform yourself into a King or Queen or both.
"Gay by birth, fabulous by choice"
"My life, my rules"
"Let me help you build a real you with a touch of care"
LGBTQ+ identities are not disorders and do not require a "cure" or treatment, but hypnotherapy can support mental health, self-acceptance, and stress management. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and confidence building, especially regarding coming out or navigating discrimination.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ridgewood, NY
Online in Ridgewood, NY
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 Ridgewood, NY
LGBTQ+
Farzana Rahman
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D
Over the years, I've gained extensive experience working with couples who are part of queer relationships, polyamory, and open-monogamy relationships. I have also worked with individuals who are exploring what their sexuality means to them and learning how to navigate disclosing their identity to family, partners, and/or friends. I welcome people to come as they are and we can understand your story together!
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ridgewood, NY
Online in Ridgewood, NY
LGBTQ+
Daniel Pagano
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PhD, LP, SCC
Together we view your LGBTQIA+ identity as a vital expression of your soul's desire for wholeness. Stepping into your true self is a courageous act of individuation. Our Jungian work honors this journey, helping you integrate all aspects of your being for a life of purpose and self-acceptance. Your experience holds a unique spiritual potency—reflecting the sacred archetypal role of the bridge-builder—revealing a deeper, fluid truth about the human spirit. We transform challenges into creative and spiritual insight, celebrating your true Self. Embracing your full identity is a profound spiritual act. We provide a supportive space to navigate the interplay between personal truth and the collective shadow, fostering deep inner harmony and celebrating your divine uniqueness.
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ridgewood, NY
Online in Ridgewood, NY
LGBTQ+
Greta Klaber
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ma, LMFT
As someone who is part of the queer community, I bring both personal and professional commitment to creating a therapeutic space that is affirming, informed, and supportive of LGBTQ+ clients. I understand how identity, relationship structures, and cultural context shape our inner lives, and I approach this work with respect, curiosity, and care. I have experience working with clients across the gender spectrum, including trans and genderqueer individuals, as well as those in non-monogamous or non-traditional relationships. Especially in today’s political climate, I believe it’s essential for therapists to be not only affirming, but also actively informed and engaged. My approach is collaborative, non-pathologizing, and centered on your lived experience.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ridgewood, NY
Online in Ridgewood, NY
LGBTQ+
Anneka Gavrin
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Your identity deserves to be met with curiosity, respect, and affirmation, not explanation or judgment. Whether you're exploring your identity, navigating relationships, processing the impact of discrimination, or simply looking for a therapist who understands, therapy offers a space where all parts of you are welcome. Together, we'll focus on what matters most to you, helping you build a life that feels more connected, authentic, and fully your own.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ridgewood, NY
Online in Ridgewood, NY
LGBTQ+
Manhattan Mental Health Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
Our LGBTQ friendly therapists understand can help.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ridgewood, NY
Online in Ridgewood, NY
LGBTQ+
Katherine Rabinowitz
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LP, M.A., NCPsyA
The world is changing. At least the part of it that we live in. Some of you may be troubled by the sexual orientation you've come to realize is part of you. It's not bad or good, right or wrong, it's just who you are. There will be people who can't accept that. Possibly your family. Possibly the religion you are or were a part of. But there is every-increasing awareness that being who you are is not an "illness" that needs a cure. It's an acceptable lifestyle (and one you didn't choose - it's in your DNA), and therapy can help you accept yourself, love yourself for who you are, and to deal with those in your life who can't or won't accept you for who you are. Life is still good, and will be better once you work through the issues that stand in your way.
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ridgewood, NY
Online in Ridgewood, NY
LGBTQ+
Dr. Walter J. Matweychuk
Psychologist, Ph.D.
When bias and discrimination are part of a person's problems, I show them how not to anger themselves and then how to address the prejudice and discrimination constructively. In cases where people are shameful about their sexuality, I teach them how to unconditionally accept themselves and never to shame themselves for who they are and what they like both sexually and non-sexually.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ridgewood, NY
Online in Ridgewood, NY
LGBTQ+
Dr. Lois Horowitz
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Ph.D., LCSW
As an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for individuals of all identities and orientations. I understand how personal and sometimes complicated the journey of self-discovery can be—especially when it comes to navigating gender identity, sexual orientation, and the coming out process.
Many LGBTQ+ individuals grow up in environments where their identities may not have been fully accepted, understood, or affirmed. This can lead to feelings of shame, anxiety, isolation, or internal conflict. It can also make typical developmental milestones—like forming relationships, building self-esteem, or setting boundaries—feel even more challenging.
In our work together, I honor the unique experiences that shape you. Whether you’re exploring your identity, facing challenges related to coming out, navigating family dynamics, or simply wanting to feel more at home in yourself, therapy can offer a meaningful path forward.
We’ll move at your pace, uncover the patterns that may be holding you back, and build tools for resilience, connection, and self-acceptance. You deserve to live a life where you feel seen, understood, and supported just as you are.
Please visit my website lhorowitz.com to learn more about me.
37 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ridgewood, NY
Online in Ridgewood, NY
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Ridgewood, NY Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Ridgewood, NY average 15 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (62%), Psychodynamic Therapy (44%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (36%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
62%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 36% |
Online Only |
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| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 62% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 34% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 79% | LGBTQ+ |
| 64% | Women |
| 46% | Men |
| 36% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 35% | Jewish |