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LGBTQIA Therapy

Psychotherapy services

Vantage Point Center for Psychotherapy is a warm and inclusive space dedicated to providing compassionate and affirming psychotherapy services for individuals on the LGBTQIA spectrum. Our practice is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their identities, address common issues, and seek care with experienced and understanding therapists. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities for growth within the LGBTQIA community and to provide comprehensive support that honors the diverse experiences of each individual. 

Common Presenting Issues

Individuals within the LGBTQIA community commonly experience a range of mental health and social challenges. Some of these include:


  1. Discrimination and Minority Stress: LGBTQIA individuals often face discrimination, stigma, and prejudice, which can lead to heightened levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Minority stress, resulting from societal prejudice and discrimination, is a significant factor impacting the mental health of LGBTQIA individuals.
  2. Family and Relationship Strain: Coming out and navigating family dynamics can lead to strained relationships and a sense of alienation from family members. Relationship issues, such as lack of acceptance or understanding from partners or intimate relationship conflicts, are also common concerns.
  3. Social Isolation and Support Systems: Some individuals in the LGBTQIA community may experience social isolation, lack of peer support, and feelings of loneliness due to challenges in finding accepting social circles and support systems.
  4. Internalized Homophobia and Transphobia: Internalized negative beliefs about one's sexual orientation or gender identity, often resulting from societal stigma, can contribute to low self-esteem, shame, and difficulties in forming a positive self-identity.
  5. Substance Abuse and High-Risk Behaviors: LGBTQIA individuals may be at higher risk for substance abuse, including alcohol and drug use, as a coping mechanism for internalized stress, discrimination, and struggles with self-acceptance. Furthermore, engaging in high-risk behaviors, such as unsafe sexual practices, may be a concern within some segments of the LGBTQIA community.


Our clinicians are here to help individuals navigate their unique circumstances and to provide support along a client's journey through to healing.


Meet Vantage Point's LGBTIA Supportive Therapists

While all of our therapists at Vantage Point are LGBTQIA allies, or part of the community, the following therapists specialize in LGBTQIA Therapy.


  • KRISTINA HOLT-REBER, PSYD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist 
  • SOPHIA MILLER, PSYD, Post-Doctoral Resident
  • KATIE POLSKY, PHD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist | Founder, Clinical Director &     Supervisor
  • SHELLEY TIRSBECK, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist ​| Director of Operations & Clinical Supervisor 
  • LARRY WASSON, PSYD,  Licensed Clinical Psychologist | Online Therapy Only
  • KYLE MYERS, LMFT, Licensed MFT


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