LGBTQ+ therapists in Forestdale, Alabama AL
We are proud to feature top rated LGBTQ+ therapists in Forestdale, AL. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Serving LGBTQ+
Cindy Yu
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Cindy Yu is a bilingual (English and Mandarin Chinese) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the states of both Florida and Alabama. She is well-trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, solution-focused therapy, Bowen’s theory, Gottman Method, CBT, and more. Cindy believes that each client is comprised of unique yet charismatic components such as personal upbringings, religious beliefs, and cultural backgrounds, that all contribute to narrate a cohesive personal story. This fundamental ideology has cultivated her into offering her clients unconditional positive regard and respect, while tailoring her treatment orientations to better serve each client’s individuality. Her passion is to help individuals, couples, and families to understand the misunderstood, to discover hope from the hopelessness, to speak the unspoken, and to seek possibilities through the impossible. Cindy also has a background in the medical field where she has obtained a strong foundational knowledge for medical diagnosis and medications. She understands the intricacy between medical burden and mental health.
3 Years Experience
Online in Forestdale, Alabama (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
My goal as a therapist is to create a safe non-judgemental space for all clients, especially clients who may not click with other therapists such as LGBTQ+, gender diverse, polyamorous or non-monogamous, and kink practicing clients. During our sessions you can be your true self. You don't have to mask with me or hide things about you that you think are weird or unlikeable. Ideally I can help you learn to like those aspects of yourself. You never have to hide important parts of your identity with me because I will never judge you for any reason.
6 Years Experience
Online in Forestdale, Alabama (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Michelle Bloom, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD, PsyPact
I specialize in working with clients from the ages of 14 to adulthood, who are inquisitive, self-aware, and deeply motivated to understand themselves better, improve their relationships, move into a place of self-respect/love, and develop adaptive ways of coping, communicating, and problem-solving. I have worked for many years with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with trauma and change and searching for authenticity, often in a world that values the superficial. Therapy is a process of seeking meaning, managing change, letting go of what no longer makes sense for who we are and what we want, healing, and growing.
I am most suited to help clients dealing with loss, prior childhood trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, identity (in all its manifestations), divorce, self-esteem, grief, and emotional regulation. The goals are different for everyone, yet I believe that we all want to feel more balanced, more joyful, and more healthfully connected with others.
As a psychologist with 25 years of post-doctoral experience, I’ve been exposed to various modalities, settings, and clients dealing with differing issues, life changes, and developmental expectations. I’ve also found that my professional practice has evolved as I’ve matured, raised children, and survived losses and challenges. We are in this together.
27 Years Experience
Online in Forestdale, Alabama (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
RGV Cross Over Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, ALC under supervision of Craig Boesch (AL), LPC (TX), M. ED.
I believe what makes a therapist great is the ability to love and accept their clients just as they are and to know that clients have the autonomy to choose and to make the best choice for their own life. Although there might be times when we are confronted with difficulties and trials, these are not permanent and clients can use these seasons for growth. This belief makes RGV Cross Over Counseling a great choice for you, and a stepping stone to crossover into healing!
20 Years Experience
Online in Forestdale, Alabama (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Jessica Kirchhoefer
Psychologist, PhD
Have you been feeling stuck? Whether from anxiety, eating concerns, or depression, or feeling trapped in similar patterns in relationships, dating, family, or work I'm grateful you're here to create change.
My aim in therapy is to help you find a more empowered life with a grounded understanding of yourself and confidence from the therapy tools you’ve gained. We will work together to help you gain useful insights and specific skills to manage your concerns in addition to changing patterns that are no longer serving you. I specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADHD, relationships, fertility issues, and career changes. I believe in finding a strong therapeutic fit and encourage you to reach out for a consultation so you can get see if my therapy style is what you are looking for. I'm looking forward to speaking with you and I'm glad you're here!
4 Years Experience
Online in Forestdale, Alabama