LGBTQ+ Centered Therapy That Celebrates You!
LGBTQ+ Therapy In person in Los Angeles and Online throughout California
Do you feel stuck in survival mode?
Do you want to express yourself more freely and authentically but feel scared of judgment or backlash?
Are you worried that people will make a big deal about your identity, even if they try to support you?
Have you been feeling exhausted navigating a cis-het world as a queer person?
It can feel overwhelming to juggle all the demands and challenges of life along with building a cohesive, supportive community. You long for the feeling of freedom – to have light, authentic, and balanced relationships. Yet at the moment, these relationships may be hard to come by. That’s why finding an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist with lived experience is so essential—they can center you and your experience and help you shift from surviving to thriving.
Binaries Feel Confining
Life doesn’t exist in the binary. Perhaps you are happy moving around in the middle, but feel lonely or isolated. You may be missing a community that sees you and experiences life like you do. You are tired of constantly having to explain yourself, even in spaces where you hoped would be a good fit. You just want to be seen and valued for YOU.
If this is how you feel, we encourage you to pursue counseling with us. Here at Open Space Therapy Collective, we have LGBTQ+ affirming therapists who can both relate to your experiences and help you find peace, belonging, and acceptance as you journey beyond the binary confines of society.
LGBTQ+ People Often Struggle To Find Supportive Communities
As you navigate life, you may run into stressors that hit different as a queer person. You’re impacted differently by the world than many of the folks around you, and it weighs on you. If this is the case, it’s important to realize that you’re not alone. Many queer people are also struggling to navigate a hostile and unsupportive world. Many of them are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health challenges.
Your milestones and timelines might not match up with other’s, and that is ok. What you need is someone who understands that your journey is uniquely yours and that it isn’t prescribed by what society at large says. This is the benefit of working with an LGBTQ+ affirming counselor. When you get support from someone who truly understands you—not just from a textbook, but from lived experience—you can get clear on what works for you, beyond society’s default settings, and live a more authentic and embodied life
LGBTQ+ Therapy In person in Los Angeles and Online throughout California for:
Trans & Non-binary People
QPOC
LGBTQ+ Therapy Can Help You Feel Understood, Supported, And Accepted For Who You Are
You deserve a therapy experience that is affirming of your gender identity, sexuality, and community. You need a therapist who is part of the LGBTQIA+ community and understands what it’s like to be someone who lives beyond the binary. At Open Space Therapy Collective, that’s what we’re here to provide.
An LGBTQ+ counselor with personal experience living your truth can provide the support you need. Connecting with an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist can help you embody your most authentic self, have genuine and caring relationships, and find a community that sees and celebrates who you are. So no matter what obstacles you face, our counselors are confident that we can empower you to improve your self-worth, overcome your mental health issues, and experience a deeper and more meaningful sense of belonging.
What To Expect In LGBTQ+ Therapy Sessions
So much of the world wasn’t built with people like you in mind. But Open Space Therapy Collective (OSTC) was. When you work with an OSTC therapist, you are guaranteed a mental health partner who is:
A member of the LGBTQ+ community or a staunch ally
Trans or Trans-knowledgeable
Anti-racist
Knowledgeable & non-judgmental about non-monogamous relationships
The hard part? Starting therapy can feel like a big step. Our therapists understand that therapy needs to move at your pace. The good news? Clients at OSTC often find the safe place to land, process, and heal that they’ve been searching for
Whether you are interested in working one on one with your counselor or you are interested in couples or family counseling, OSTC has an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist that we believe you’ll click with. After finding a therapist they really fit with, our clients feel empowered to make the changes they’ve been yearning for. Even better news? You’re taking a step toward that change right this second, considering making the call to get support (woot woot!).
LGBTQ+ Therapy can help you:
Learn how to set boundaries without guilt or shame
Build fulfilling relationships shaped by your values
Let go of old patterns that interfere with your happiness
Enjoy positive mental health while going after what you really want
Each session is entirely focused on helping you reach your unique goals. Let’s get into all the big, messy, beautiful queer feelings that make you the wonderful person you are!
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You May Have Some Questions About LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy…
I’m already comfortable with my identity. Will therapy be all about accepting myself?
Therapy is most helpful when the process is guided by you and your goals! Your OSTC therapist will collaborate with you to get clear on what YOU want out of therapy, and then follow your lead. This means that at OSTC, your therapy will always be LGBTQ+ affirming and focus on whatever goals are most important to you. If you don’t want to spend time focusing on your identity as an LGBTQ+ person, that’s okay—we can focus on other challenges in your life.
I’m still exploring my identity. Am I still welcome at OSTC?
Of course! We welcome folks of all identities and backgrounds at OSTC!
We specialize in providing therapy for folks who are gay, lesbian, transgender, or anywhere else on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum! Maybe you’ve been living as an out queer person for decades, maybe you’ve recently come out, or maybe you’re still exploring your identity and haven’t found the description that fits for you yet. No matter your story or where you are at in your identity journey, your counselor will support you along the way.
Will my therapist understand me based on my identity? What if my identity shifts during therapy?
While your OSTC counselor has a background in offering LGBTQ+ affirming care within the queer community (and is a member of the community), we will always bring curiosity about your specific and unique queer experience and identity. Your therapist will meet you where you are each session and hold non-judgmental space for you to evolve and grow throughout the therapeutic process
Make the Shift from Surviving to Thriving
You don’t have to spend any more time conforming to other people’s expectations. It’s time you lived your life on your own terms! Are you ready to meet your new LGBTQ+ therapist? Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with one or more of our therapists to find the best fit for you.
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EMDR
People Pleasing Recovery
Culturally Informed
Mindfulness
Therapy for High Achievers
Grief & Loss
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