LGBTQIA+ Identity
In-person therapy at two Chicagoland locations.
Virtual therapy anywhere in Illinois.
"We know LGBTQIA+ folk come to therapy for the same reasons as anyone else: depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, breakups, or loss. But we also understand many arrive with an extra layer of trauma and shame from how their sexual orientation or gender identity has been received by their families and society."
Nicole Rea, MA, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP
Hope, and Barriers to Help
Ever felt like you're in therapy to give a lecture on LGBTQ+ life rather than get help? It’s exhausting.
And when you brace for discrimination just trying to access mental health care, it's like hitting a wall before you've even started.
Too many times, you're left explaining your identity instead of exploring it, with therapists who should know better but don't.
Here, You Are Seen and Safe
Imagine a place where you're understood right from the start, where your identity is celebrated, not questioned.
Here, you can dive deep into your feelings, explore every facet of who you are, and feel the weight of judgment lift off your shoulders.
This is where you find tools and support to help you embrace your full, authentic self, turning self-doubt into self-acceptance and transforming fear into freedom.
Why Choose Us?
We don't play the "change" game at CCP. Your sexual orientation and gender identity aren’t up for debate—they're real, and deserving of celebration.
We’re here to help you navigate your feelings, desires, and identity so you can step into a future that’s brighter, healthier, and filled with hope.
Think of us as a judgment-free zone where you can unravel your true feelings about your gender, sexual identities, and expression. From personalized intake questions that respect your chosen names and pronouns to tackling the toxic biases of heterosexism, homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia—we've got you covered.
We’ll guide you through the coming out process if that’s where you’re at, support you in managing stress, anxiety, and depression, and help you feel more confident in dating and relationships.
Plus, we'll connect you to the best resources around Chicago, ensuring you have a supportive network every step of the way.
Who this therapy is for:
Folk aged 12+ seeking therapy that fully understands LGBTQIA+ identities
Families and loved ones who want to better support someone in the LGBTQIA+ community
Parents and families of gender-questioning, genderqueer, or transgender individuals
Meet the Clinicians
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Nicole Rea, MA, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP
Practice Director/fearless leader, queer, neuro-spicy, and ride-or-die for radical validation.
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Hannah Heitz, MA, LCPC, ADHD-CCSP
Bubbly wellspring of hope, empathy, knowledge, and true crime podcast recs.
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Charlotte Greiwe, MA, LPC
Queer, trans safe space with life experience, insight, and empathy to spare.
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Conor Klusendorf, MA, LPC, CRC, ADHD-CCSP
Glass-half-full kinda guy who’ll play video games with you while sorting out your life.