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634 people sought LGBTQ+ counseling help in Ohio in the last year

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Starting LGBTQ+ counseling

What is LGBTQ+ counseling?

LGBTQ+ counseling is a type of queer affirmative counseling dedicated to assisting individuals and couples in navigating the intricate intersections of their sexual orientation, gender identity, and mental health, with a primary goal of fostering well-being, self-acceptance, and affirming a client's life experiences as a queer individual. Although not all LGBTQ+ individuals seek specialized counseling, a substantial number discover vital support and empathy within these inclusive and affirming therapeutic settings.

How does LGBTQ+ counseling work?

Thriveworks LGBTQ+ counseling in Cincinnati, OH typically begins with an initial assessment to understand your specific needs. LGBTQ+ counselors aim to create a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment for anyone within the LGBTQ+ community by encouraging self-acceptance and offering an understanding of your identity and experiences. The therapy addresses issues like coming out, discrimination, mental health challenges, and gender transition, and provides support for LGBTQ+ relationships.

Why is LGBTQ+ counseling important?

LGBTQ+ counseling is incredibly important because it can help queer individuals accept their identity, learn self-love, and give them important tools for facing the challenges of being a queer person in today's society, among many other benefits. LGBTQ+-affirming therapists can understand the unique perspective and experiences of queer individuals as they help them process past trauma, address family conflicts, treat issues with anxiety, and more.

Is LGBTQ+ counseling conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks LGBTQ+ counseling in Cincinnati, OH is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does LGBTQ+ counseling last?

The number of sessions for LGBTQ+ counseling depends on the specific needs and goals of the individual. It could encompass a relatively limited series of sessions or extend into a longer counseling plan. The precise quantity and duration of sessions typically emerge through collaborative discussion with the counselor, taking into account the client's progress and their therapeutic objectives.

Need more help deciding?

Charlie feels like he doesn’t have anyone to talk to about his problems. He’s been debating how to come out to his family, but he’s scared about how they’ll react. So far, his friends haven’t been very helpful when he’s brought this up to them. Over time, not coming out to his family starts to weigh on Charlie, and he’s feeling anxious.

Have you ever felt like Charlie? Some people in the LGBTQ+ community feel like they don’t have anyone in their life who understands their issues. Over time, this can weigh on you and keep you from enjoying life. Keeping your issues bottled up can lead to burnout and issues like anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.

Thankfully, there’s an option for anyone in the LGBTQ+ community who wants to reach out for support –– mental health counseling. Our therapists, counselors, and psychiatrists can help LGBTQ+ clients face their issues. Having someone on your side who understands what you’re going through can make all of the difference.

Do you want to work with a mental health professional? If so, consider calling our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Cincinnati, OH. One of our team members will help you set up a session that works for you.

Is LGBTQ+ Counseling Right for Me?

Counseling or therapy can help you work through your issues and improve your quality of life. If there’s anything that’s interfering with your happiness or preventing you from achieving your goals, working with a mental health professional might be able to help. Our therapists and counselors understand the issues and topics associated with people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, or any gender identity.

Counselors and therapists can help you work through LGBTQ+ related issues or mental health issues. Some common topics discussed in LGBTQ+ counseling include:

  • Social anxiety
  • Depression
  • Self-harm
  • Substance abuse
  • Eating disorders
  • Deciding when or how to come out
  • Gender identity
  • Sexual orientation
  • Managing gender transitions
  • Dating challenges
  • Abuse

You’re in the driver’s seat throughout the therapeutic process. You’ll meet with your therapist or counselor to discuss whatever problems you’re facing. You can discuss LGBTQ+ issues, mental health issues, or major decisions in your life –– whatever you need to make progress and live a happier life.

Working with a caring mental health professional who understands your issues can help you overcome the problems in your life and find peace of mind. If you want to talk to a therapist or counselor, call our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Cincinnati, OH today.

How Does LGBTQ+ Counseling Work?

One in four people will experience a mental health condition at some point in their lives. Unfortunately, people in the LGBTQ+ community are even more likely to suffer from a mental illness. This is because of the unique challenges faced by the LBGTQ+ community –– adversity from friends, family, and society more broadly.

Everyone deserves to feel heard, accepted, and safe. Counseling can help people in the LGBTQ+ community deal with their issues. Therapists and counselors can help you by creating a safe, comfortable space to discuss what’s going on in your life without fear of adversity or judgment. Our mental health professionals work with their clients to discuss gender identity, anxiety, depression, sexual orientation, or whatever is happening in your life.

There are many unique issues faced by gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Your first session will involve your provider getting to know you and your problems. Then, they’ll use the information you provide to create a personalized treatment plan that will be implemented over the following weeks.

Do you want to work with a mental health professional? Consider calling our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Cincinnati, OH today.

Informed LGBTQ+ Mental Health Professionals Available in Cincinnati, OH

Do you want to work with a mental health professional who understands what you’re going through? Call our office today at Thriveworks Counseling in Cincinnati, OH, to get started with a counselor or therapist.

We want to make the therapeutic process as easy as possible for our clients. That’s why we offer evening and weekend sessions so you can get the care you’re looking for outside of regular business hours. You’ll speak to a real person when you call, and we accept most major health insurance plans –– check with your provider to see if your coverage includes therapy or counseling.

Our providers offer online appointments that allow you to get care without having to leave your home. In addition, all of our convenient scheduling options let you start quickly –– sometimes within just a day or two after calling.

Working with an LGBTQ+ informed mental health professional could help you overcome the obstacles in your life and find a better state of mind. Call our office at Thriveworks Counseling in Cincinnati, OH, to set up your first appointment. We can’t wait to speak with you soon.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Cincinnati therapists and counselors accept 23 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Ohio | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSmart

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

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Self-pay costs at Cincinnati
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Read more Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cincinnati is located at 2300 Montana Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211, near the Montana Ave exit off Interstate 74.

Phone number

(513) 657-1981

Languages spoken by OH providers

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