LGBTQIA+

Why is specialized therapy important for LGBTQIA+ people?

People within the LGBTQIA+ community often face unique challenges, including discrimination, family rejection, social stigma, and identity-based stressors. These experiences can deeply affect mental and emotional well-being. Therapy that affirms your identity and centers your lived experience can make a powerful difference.

At Doran, many therapists identify as LGBTQIA+ themselves, while all are trained allies and advocates. The team provides a safe, inclusive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can explore your identity, relationships, and goals without fear of judgment.

Doran offers a holistic, trauma-informed framework that goes beyond treating symptoms to address underlying emotional, relational, and cultural dynamics. The practice is:

• Kink-positive – creating a safe space to explore consensual sexual expression without stigma
• Sex-positive – supporting open, healthy conversations about sexuality and intimacy
• SW-affirming – providing compassionate, nonjudgmental care for individuals involved in sex work
• LGBTQIA+-affirming – honoring gender identity, sexual orientation, and diverse relationship structures

Therapies offered:

• Individual therapy
• Couples therapy (including LGBTQ+ partnerships)
• Family therapy focused on acceptance and communication
• Mindfulness-based therapy
• Narrative therapy
• Internal family systems (IFS) therapy
• Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
• Rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT)
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
• Psychedelic integration therapy

What issues can therapy help with?

Doran supports clients across a wide range of topics, including:

• Identity exploration and gender affirmation
• Relationship concerns and intimacy challenges
• Navigating open relationships, polyamory, and nontraditional dynamics
• Coping with discrimination, stigma, or marginalization
• Stress, anxiety, and depression
• Trauma recovery and resilience
• Building supportive community connections

When you reach out to Doran, you’ll be matched with a therapist who understands your goals and respects your identity. Together, you’ll explore strategies for healing, self-acceptance, and empowerment — all in a space designed to honor who you are.

Whether you’re seeking individual therapy, couples counseling, or support navigating identity and relationships, the Doran team is here for you. Call the office or book an appointment online today.