LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy

What is LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy?

LGBTQ+ individuals often seek out therapy for the same reasons non-LGBTQ+ people do. Perhaps you’re struggling with depression, recently started having panic attacks, or lost somebody close to you, and want support through the grieving process.

On the other hand, some LGBTQ+ individuals have unique struggles related to their sexual identity, gender identity and/or gender expression that bring them to therapy. For example, you may have come out as gay to a parent and not had this part of your identity accepted, or you may face exclusion or bullying at school for dressing in ways that don’t conform to the gender stereotypes associated with your assigned sex.

Clearview Counseling Affirmative therapy can be helpful for issues related, and not related, to your gender and sexuality because an affirmative therapist will not judge or try to get rid of parts of who you are. Rather, they’re there to embrace you and your identities, help you to achieve your therapeutic goals, and address any negative impact that homophobia, transphobia, and heterosexism have on your life.

960+

SESSIONS PER YEAR

25+

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

500+

HAPPY CUSTOMERS

“It took me a really long time to find a great therapist, but once I did it was so worth it. This place is amazing and really cares about you and your well-being. The staff is probably the kindest front desk staff I've ever encountered. Really give this place a try, it'll be worth it.”

James Thompson ~ West Jordan, UT

“The staff at the front desk is super sweet and very helpful. They found my kiddos a counselor quickly and always answer any questions that I have. The counselors are awesome with my kids. The kids really enjoy coming and talking to them. The therapy really helps my younger daughter. While playing chess and talking helps my older son. I recommend this place to anyone that may be going through a difficult situation or even if you feel your person just needs someone to talk to.”

Catherine Massey ~ Howell, UT

“My daughter and I were able to meet her counselor for the first time and it was a very nice meeting. She was so kind but at the same time, she told my daughter what would be expected! Thank you so much!”

Ava Miller ~ Sandy, UT