LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Owen Sound, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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LGBTQ+
Barbara Freedman
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor
I have offered LGBT clients my guidance and support through all stages of their transition process. In addition to being on the Quick Victim Response List for Ottawa Victim Services , my work with “The Well,” (a drop in day shelter for woman and children), along with my role as a Distant Counsellor on Presto Experts - (On-line Chat & Phone Counselling) afforded me the opportunity to work with many LGBTQ issues. The process of counselling this group has involved psychoeducation, along with reframing the discussion to a natural aspect of human diversity-along a continuum. I feel that my role in addition to normalizing clients' feelings, is to counsel them regarding the range of treatment options along with their implications. I have explored these members inner conflicts including those of internalized oppression. . One must understand their own internal process to be able to explain these to others. I have often heard the words echoed "How can I possibly explain this to other people when I cannot even explain it to myself." Self awareness involves discussing ones feeling brought on by guilt, and shame for wanting to be themselves and includes discussing fears of coming out . Resolution of these internal struggles allows them to further grow and develop their self identity. Self -understanding has an enormous impact on self actualization and identity reformation as well as managing intra-external conflicts. Having a stronger sense of self helps the individual better stand up to such conflicts posed by a non accepting family, work, or society.
A further task in helping the LGBT community is to be instrumental in assisting them in finding social support. Connecting with others, especially those in groups with similar emotions and issues is essential to belonging, and to decrease isolation.
I look forward to working with more LGBT clients to watch them grow and develop their unique self identity.
23 Years Experience
Online in Owen Sound, ON Ontario (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Atlas Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
LGBTQ+ centered care provides a safe, affirming, and inclusive space to explore identity, relationships, mental health, and the unique challenges that can arise from societal stigma, discrimination, or internalized stress. Through a compassionate and evidence-based approach, clients are supported in building self-acceptance, resilience, and confidence while navigating life transitions, coming out, family dynamics, and community connection. The focus is on fostering authenticity, empowerment, and overall emotional well-being.
11 Years Experience
Online in Owen Sound, ON Ontario
LGBTQ+
Franklynn Bartol
Pre-Licensed Professional, RP (Qualifying), MSc, MA
I work with many queer and transgender clients. Although my lived experiences as a non-binary and queer person will help me empathize with you, I place high importance on attending to intersectionality and individuality in each person's experiences. Before training as a therapist, I worked in LGBTQ+ spaces as a peer support worker and studied Gender Studies in grad school. These experiences have helped me gain a wide appreciation for the diversity of issues, traumas, barriers, joys, chosen family, and relationships that exist in our communities. I'm kink and sex worker positive and am comfortably familiar with ethical non-monogamy relationship styles.
3 Years Experience
Online in Owen Sound, ON Ontario
LGBTQ+
Kennedy McLean Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Our therapists have training and are sensitive to LGBTQ+ issues.
16 Years Experience
Online in Owen Sound, ON Ontario (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Cara Briscoe
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
I am a therapist that is welcoming and affirming of diverse genders, sexualities and various relationship configurations and structures. Topics may include but are not limited to exploration of identity, sexual orientation, polyamory and open relationships, impacts of discrimination or sex and intimacy. My intention is to provide a non-judgemental space in which you can express your most authentic self, regardless of who may know or not know about your identity. Contact me to book a free consultation.
7 Years Experience
Online in Owen Sound, ON Ontario
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada average 11 years of experience and charge around $178 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (67%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (56%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$178
Accept insurance
83%
Offer sliding scale
77%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 67% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 56% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 56% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 54% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 50% | Narrative Therapy |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Teen |
| 67% | Senior |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | LGBTQ+ |
| 61% | Women |
| 55% | Men |
| 44% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 39% | Asian |