LGBTQ Therapy in Colorado

We offer LGBTQ therapy in Colorado in an affirming, trauma-informed space, where you can show up as your full self and work toward the well-being and relationships you deserve.

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Why choose LGBTQ Therapy in Colorado with Burning Sage Therapy?

As a Colorado-based practice, we understand the local culture, from the pace of mountain towns to the complexities of urban life, and the unique pressures LGBTQIA+ and 2STNB folks often carry at school, at work, in faith communities, or in family systems. Our clinicians provide evidence-based care grounded in cultural humility and intersectional awareness so that every session moves at your pace and aligns with your values. Whether you prefer virtual sessions from anywhere in the state or in-person care in Colorado Springs, this is a safe, affirming place to begin.

What we mean by “affirming care”

Affirming care means your identity is never pathologized. We use approaches like CBT, ACT, EMDR, and parts-work to reduce anxiety, heal trauma, and strengthen self-compassion while honoring your gender and sexual orientation. Our team collaborates on treatment planning and, when you want it, coordinates with medical providers for transition-related support. We provide LGBTQ therapy in Colorado that centers your lived experience, safety, and personal goals.

Who benefits from LGBTQ Therapy in Colorado?

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or exhausted from masking, therapy can help you reclaim energy and clarity. Common reasons clients come to us include:

Anxiety, panic attacks, or social anxiety tied to minority stress
Depression and burnout from chronic invalidation
PTSD or complex trauma
Grief related to rejection or loss of community
Relationship conflict, boundaries, or break-ups
Identity exploration and questioning
Self-esteem and body image
Navigating school, workplace, or housing discrimination
Life transitions, from coming out to relocation within Colorado

Alongside individual therapy, we also offer couples and family work to build skills for communication, repair, and resilience across the systems that matter to you. Our practice offers LGBTQ therapy in Colorado that meets you where you are, focused on practical growth and support.

What to expect in your first sessions

Your first session focuses on your story. We’ll map strengths, stressors, and goals together, then choose a clear path forward. Early sessions often include grounding tools for nervous-system regulation, practical strategies for anxiety, and values-based actions so progress feels tangible. Experience LGBTQ therapy in Colorado that helps you:

Name and challenge internalized stigma
Set boundaries that protect your energy
Heal attachment injuries and rebuild trust
Process traumatic memories safely
Strengthen identity, pride and community connection
Create rituals for rest, joy, and play

Statewide access is flexible for your schedule

We provide LGBTQ therapy in Colorado through secure telehealth, available whether you’re in Denver, Boulder, or anywhere statewide. Many clients choose a hybrid model, virtual most weeks and in-person in Colorado Springs when it fits. Evening and lunchtime appointments are available.

Insurance, fees, and paperwork

If you’re navigating HSA/FSA or workplace accommodation letters, we’ll guide you through what’s typical in Colorado and how to advocate effectively. Transparency matters. Our team offers LGBTQ therapy in Colorado built on transparency, with clear financial and logistical guidance.

How Does LGBTQIA & 2STNB Therapy Work?

When you don’t feel like you can be who you are, you might find yourself going through the motions of your day rather than actively living and enjoying it. Life brings all kinds of situations our way. Sometimes, you just want a place where you can take off the mask and just be really raw and real. Learn to love and care for yourself and concentrate on the things in life you truly value.

Our clinical approach

Evidence-based methods. CBT and ACT help reduce avoidance and rumination, while EMDR and trauma-focused care target the roots of distress.
Attachment and parts-work. Understand protective parts, soothe shame, and build a secure internal base.
Resilience building. Skills for emotion regulation, assertive communication, and conflict repair translate directly to daily life.
Community-aware. Our team offers LGBTQ therapy in Colorado centered on inclusivity, acknowledging the impact of culture and identity on well-being.

Your voice drives the plan

You decide what progress looks like. We’ll check in routinely and adapt the plan as your needs change. If goals shift from anxiety relief to dating confidence, from coming out to navigating a new job, we shift with you.

How we support specific goals

Coming out, at any age. Prepare conversations, safety plans, and boundaries that honor your timeline.
Gender exploration. Try on language, expression, and roles with clinicians who respect fluidity and uncertainty.
Relationship care. Repair trust, negotiate needs, and explore open or monogamous structures without judgment.
Work and school. Address microaggressions, build ally networks, and document concerns when you need to escalate.

Choosing statewide support

If you’ve been searching for LGBTQ counseling in Colorado but aren’t finding the right fit in your town, telehealth lets you work with us from anywhere. Our clinicians provide Colorado LGBTQ-friendly counseling that balances practical skills with deep identity work, so you don’t have to compromise between safety and growth.

What “affirming” looks like in practice

Our affirming therapists in Colorado use clear, collaborative language and invite feedback every step of the way. This commitment shows up whether we’re doing brief skills work or longer trauma processing. We also offer gender-affirming therapy that respects your pace and your medical decisions; gender-affirming therapy can include letter writing when clinically appropriate and coordination with your healthcare team.

When relationships are part of your goals, we provide queer-affirming counseling for partners and family members who want to learn how to support you well. Queer-affirming counseling emphasizes boundaries, repair, and the everyday behaviors that build trust over time. And if you’re looking for affirming therapists in Colorado who understand intersectional stressors at work or school, you’ll find a team here that listens and adapts.

Many clients begin with a search for LGBTQ counseling in Colorado and end up staying with us because the fit feels safe and consistent. If you prefer in-person work, our Colorado Springs office offers Colorado LGBTQ-friendly counseling with private, accessible space.

How to choose an affirming therapist

Look for training in trauma work, clear statements of LGBTQ+ affirmation, and practical availability that matches your life. Read bios and notice whose language feels easy to breathe around. Schedule a brief consultation and pay attention to the felt sense in your body do you feel heard, paced, and respected? If not, it’s okay to keep looking. Therapy is a partnership, and the right fit accelerates growth.

What Can It Help With?

Benefits of LGBTQIA & 2STNB Therapy

Accessibility & confidentiality

We provide HIPAA-compliant telehealth, private offices with discreet access, and flexible scheduling for shift workers and students. If privacy at home is hard, we offer strategies and tech tips for confidential sessions, including headphones, chat-based check-ins, and pause/grounding protocols. Our group offerings also weave in queer-affirming counseling principles so partners and families can practice allyship.

Call (719) 434-1383 to start your healing journey!