Therapy for LGBTQ+
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At Sarah Cline & Associates, we honor the full spectrum of LGBTQ+ identities and the unique experiences that come with them.
Our affirming and inclusive approach ensures you will always feel seen, valued, and celebrated for exactly who you are.
We work with LGBTQ+ clients navigating challenges like coming out, relationship dynamics, family acceptance, minority stress, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and life transitions. You deserve a therapy space free of judgment—one where your authentic self is the priority.
These experiences can feel isolating, but you don’t have to face them alone.
Common Issues and Themes in LGBTQ+ Therapy
Coming out to family, friends, or at work
Internalized stigma and minority stress
Navigating gender identity and expression
Relationship concerns—from dating to long-term partnerships
Experiences of discrimination, microaggressions, or trauma
Family acceptance and chosen-family dynamics
Anxiety, depression, and self-esteem struggles
Expert Support Through Every Stage of Your Journey
Our Approach
We partner with you in a collaborative, nonjudgmental space to explore how your identity shapes your experiences and overall well-being. Through compassion and curiosity, we work together to uncover patterns of thought and behavior influenced by societal pressures, build self-acceptance and resilience in the face of minority stress, and cultivate healthy coping skills tailored to your unique journey.
Our approach also emphasizes the importance of connecting your mind, body, and community to support holistic growth. We believe that understanding your individual story is the foundation for healing—and that hope, growth, and joy are always within reach.
A Typical Session
During a 55-60 minute session, your therapist will listen closely without judgment or agenda. You are encouraged to share updates about your well-being, what has been working, and what hasn’t. The therapist will ask questions and provide insights or feedback.
Sessions may include:
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Mindfulness exercises and body‑awareness practices
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Role‑plays to prepare for difficult conversations (e.g., coming out)
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Skills training for emotion regulation or distress tolerance
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Exploration of values, identity, and goals to guide your path forward
Our affirming therapists are here to support your growth, resilience, and joy—helping you move through life’s challenges with confidence and authenticity.
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In-Person Sessions
2100 Manchester Rd. Suite 501-1
Wheaton, IL. 60187
Virtual Sessions
Throughout Illinois