Support to Accept Your Authentic Self

Therapy for LGBTQIA+ people is designed to provide both individuals and their loved ones with the solutions and tools they need to thrive. We take great pride in cultivating an environment that is non-judgmental, supportive, and compassionate – where LGBTQIA+ people can speak freely about the challenges and triumphs taking place in their lives. The Juniper Center for Gender and Sexuality was developed to provide informed, affirming therapy for LGBTQ individuals, partners, and families.

At The Juniper Center for Gender and Sexuality, we are a diverse team of mental health professionals who welcome all parts of your identity. We want you to feel understood, accepted, and safe to explore your authentic self. Whether you prefer to meet with a therapist who is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, or a therapist who is LGBTQIA+ affirming, we can help.

What matters to you, matters to us.

Whether or not your struggles are related to your sexuality or gender, our team of mental health professionals is here to assist you with whatever challenges you may be facing.

Counseling for LGBTQIA+ People Can Help Address

• Exploring gender identity and sexual orientation, and/or gender expression
• Accessing transition related resources
• Feelings of shame, confusion, guilt, or abandonment
• Coming out to friends and family
• Bullying, oppression, and discrimination
• Self-esteem
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Suicidal thoughts or actions
• Self-harm
• Family Therapy for LGBTQIA+ families
• Therapy for adults and their parent(s), siblings, or another family member
• Past traumas
• Intersectionality
• Eating Disorders
• And much more

The Juniper Center for Gender and Sexuality

Whether you are exploring identity, transitioning, coming out, or need help navigating this time in your life, our team of mental health professionals leverages their extensive experience and training to create individualized treatment plans to help our clients reach their professional, personal, and mental health goals. Our Center for Gender and Sexuality provides a wide range of services to help you and your loved ones, including:

• Collaborative Assessment and Treatment Planning
• Individual, Couples, Partner(s) and Family Therapy
• Group Therapy
• Relationship Coaching
• Gender Affirming Letters
• Yoga, Meditation and Art

Additional Resources

The List is a Chicagoland-based collection of resources for Trans and Gender Nonconforming folx and those who support them. Brought to you by The Juniper Center, the list was started by Ari Groner to showcase resources that our beneficial for trans+ individuals, their families, allies, and providers.  

Learn more at thelistforus.com

Helping You Live Your Best Life

At The Juniper Center, we understand it takes courage to ask for help, and you don’t have to face your challenges, fears, or trauma alone. Using a combination of techniques at the forefront of neurological science and compassionate care, we empower our clients to live their best lives.

Contact a member of our team to schedule your no-obligation consultation today. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you on your journey