LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Pickering, ON
Browse LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Pickering, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
LGBTQ+
Sherine Chacko
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
LGBTQ2S+-affirming online therapy for LGBT issues: identity, minority stress, family, and relationships. Your pronouns and safety are honoured. Evidence-based care, zero judgment.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Pickering, ON L1V 7G5
Online in Pickering, ON
LGBTQ+
Paighe Rojas
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
You deserve therapy that is affirming, culturally responsive, and free from assumptions. Whether you’re navigating identity, coming out, relationships, family dynamics, discrimination stress, or internalized shame, we’ll work with care and clarity. The goal is to feel more secure in who you are and how you live.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Pickering, ON L1V 1Y3
Online in Pickering, ON
LGBTQ+
Britney Victor
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Affirming counselling for queer and trans folks in Durham Region. Whether you’re navigating coming-out stress, minority stress, or relationship dynamics, I provide intersectional, anti-oppressive therapy that honours your lived experience and fosters resilient pride.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Pickering, ON L1V 1Y3
Online in Pickering, ON
LGBTQ+
Kalyna Scherbluk
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
I provide affirming and inclusive support to individuals exploring gender, sexuality, identity, or navigating systemic oppression. Therapy is a space to unpack experiences without fear of judgment or invalidation. Your identity is valid, and your story matters—let’s explore it with care, nuance, and respect.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Pickering, ON L1V 1Y3
Online in Pickering, ON
LGBTQ+
Durham Psychotherapy (In-person + Direct Billing Available)
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
LGBTQ2S+-affirming therapy for identity, family, minority stress, and relationships. All of you is welcome here.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Pickering, ON L1V 1Y3
Online in Pickering, ON
LGBTQ+
Makai Livingstone
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying)
I'm an affirming therapist for 2SLGBTQI+ clients, including those who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, trans, nonbinary, intersex, queer, and asexual. Whether you're exploring identity, navigating coming out, or working through relationship or family dynamics, therapy with me is a space where all of who you are is welcome.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Pickering, ON L1V 7G5
Online in Pickering, ON
LGBTQ+
Samantha Williams-Lauder
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Therapy can be a place to explore identity, relationships, family dynamics, belonging, safety, shame, and self-acceptance without judgment. I offer an affirming and respectful space for LGBTQ+ clients and work from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive lens. Together, we can support healing, confidence, connection, and emotional well-being.
1 Years Experience
In-Person in Pickering, ON L1V 1Y3
Online in Pickering, ON
LGBTQ+
Ashleigh Bell
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
I offer affirming, LGBTQIA+-inclusive therapy where your identity and relationships are respected. We can explore coming out, family or cultural tensions, dating, mental health, and the impact of discrimination while centring your safety and self-acceptance.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Pickering, ON L1V 7G5
Online in Pickering, ON
LGBTQ+
Edan Tasca
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
LGBTQ2S+-affirming therapy for LGBT issues—identity, family dynamics, relationships, and minority stress. All of you is welcome; your pronouns and safety will be honoured. Evidence-based care, zero judgment.
10 Years Experience
In-Person in Pickering, ON
Online in Pickering, ON
LGBTQ+
Veronica Lowe
Registered Psychotherapist, MC, RP, CCC
Utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and self-compassion practices, I help clients to dismantle internalized shame and build a life aligned with their authentic selves. I focus on empowering individuals to foster resilience, strengthen their sense of belonging, and develop healthy coping strategies within a safe, collaborative therapeutic relationship.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pickering, ON
Online in Pickering, ON
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Pickering, ON Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Pickering, ON average 11 years of experience and charge around $179 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (64%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (55%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$179
Accept insurance
84%
Offer sliding scale
76%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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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
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 64% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 55% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 54% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 53% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 50% | Narrative Therapy |
| 44% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Senior |
| 67% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | LGBTQ+ |
| 62% | Women |
| 56% | Men |
| 42% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 39% | Black / African American |