At Transformative Growth Counseling, we provide affirming care for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and questioning people, as well as their partners and families. Whether you’re exploring your identity, navigating coming out, healing from rejection or religious harm, or just wanting a therapist who “gets it,” our counselors offer a safe, judgment-free space. Many of our clinicians are part of the LGBTQIA+ community themselves and have extensive experience supporting clients around gender, sexuality, relationships, and the impact of stigma—both in person and through secure telehealth across multiple states.
Transformative Growth Counseling is committed to making therapy inclusive, accessible, and affirming. We openly welcome all sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationship styles, and invite you to show up as your full self—without having to educate your therapist or shrink who you are to fit in.
If you’re not sure how you feel about your sexuality, gender, or relationship style, we can help you explore at your own pace. Together we’ll untangle the messages you’ve absorbed from family, culture, and faith, sort through your questions, and support you in moving toward a more authentic life—without pressure to label yourself before you’re ready.
Self-discovery can bring up excitement, relief, confusion, and grief all at once. Our counselors provide a confidential, judgment-free space where you can talk openly about your experiences, process past harm, and practice new ways of relating. You deserve a space where your identity is respected, believed, and celebrated.
We deeply love and affirm our trans and nonbinary clients. Because we care so much, we want to be honest with you about why we do not provide surgical readiness or hormone therapy letters, and we want to be clear: this is not a service we offer, no exceptions.
Good gender-affirming care takes time. Trauma, life experiences, and mental health can be layered and complex, and it can take months or even years to fully understand what someone needs to thrive. We never want to rush that process or prioritize a letter over your long-term wellbeing.
To protect the integrity of your care, we refer these evaluations to psychiatrists who specialize in gender-affirming care. We are happy to help connect you with one.
We are here for the long haul with you. That’s a promise.
Some of our most frequently asked questions about LGBTQIA+ identities and counseling.
Yes — many of our clinicians are part of the LGBTQIA+ community themselves and all of our therapists are trained in affirming, inclusive care. You won’t need to explain yourself, educate your therapist, or shrink who you are to fit in. Our space is built for you to show up exactly as you are.
Absolutely. We openly welcome all sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationship styles. Whether you’re exploring your identity, navigating coming out, healing from religious harm, or working through relationship challenges, you’ll find a safe, confidential space where your identity is respected, believed, and celebrated.
Yes — and you don’t need to have any answers before coming in. Many people come to us mid-exploration, unsure how they feel about their sexuality, gender, or relationship style. We’ll work with you at your own pace, without pressure to label yourself before you’re ready.
Yes. We have extensive experience supporting clients who have experienced rejection from family, religious communities, or their cultural background. Processing that kind of harm takes time and care — and we’re here for all of it.
Yes. We provide affirming care for transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive individuals. Whether you’re navigating gender identity, exploring transition, or simply looking for a therapist who gets it — our clinicians are experienced and fully affirming.
Yes. We work with partners, parents, and family members who want to better understand and support their loved ones. Whether you’re navigating a family member’s coming out or working through your own questions, we’re here to help.
Yes — we accept insurance for therapy services. Coverage depends on your individual plan, so the best first step is to give us a call at (630) 423-6010 or email us at Contact@transformativegrowth.org and we’ll run a benefits check for you before you get started.
Yes — we offer telehealth across multiple states in addition to in-person sessions. Telehealth can be especially valuable if you’re in an area where finding an affirming therapist locally is difficult. Coverage for telehealth depends on your insurance plan — we’ll sort that out with you during the intake process.
Give us a call at (630) 423-6010, email us at Contact@transformativegrowth.org, or click the Make an Appointment button on this page. Our team will answer your questions, run a benefits check if needed, and match you with a therapist who’s the right fit — we’re here to make this first step feel easy.
