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Affirming therapy for LGBTQ+ adults
Affirming, respectful therapy that meets LGBTQ+ adults where they are.
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Choose a time and send your request. It takes about 30 seconds and one short form.
4.95from 113 reviews
In-network with
- UnitedHealthcare
- Aetna
- Medicare
- Oscar Health
- Meritain Health
- Oxford Health Plans
- Cigna
- Optum
- Highmark BCBS WNY
- Univera Healthcare
- MagnaCare
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Industry-leading, structured care
Progress measured monthly, not guessed at
We respond within one business day
Every clinician state-licensed
Why MindView
Most LGBTQ+ affirming therapy has no structure. Ours has four stages and a scoreboard.
Most practices deliver LGBTQ+ affirming therapy however the therapist you happened to get was trained. We run one format for every client, and we measure it.
- 01
Intake
What is actually going on, rated 0 to 10 as your baseline.
- 02
Your history
Why it is happening. History, relationships, work, health.
- 03
Treatment plan
Written and collaborative, built against those causes.
- 04
Monthly review
Standardized measures, reviewed with you. You see the trend.
A license is where our training starts, not where it ends.
Every clinician is state-licensed before they see a single client. Then they train with us across every modality, and how to match one to the problem in front of them.
What clients say
4.95 averagefrom 113 reviews
- 5 out of 5 stars
MindView Therapy has great customer service and is very flexible, with good therapist availability and clear communication of any changes. Genuinely a great place for therapy with zero judgement.
Kailani M.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The support staff was very helpful in assisting me to find the right provider. And the provider they found me is personable, a good listener, has good advice, and appears to be quite knowledgeable. I'm very happy with my decision to go with MindView.
Kevin R.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I truly felt seen, heard and understood by my therapist. Goals and next step expectations were clearly explained for processing.
Diane S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I had a great onboarding experience with MindView. My therapist took the time to do a really thorough intake, which I appreciated, and the staff keeps communication clear and consistent. Plus, they handled my insurance verification hassle free.
Jennifer P.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I'm new to this therapy place, however the couples therapist we are seeing is amazing so far. She's a great listener and I can't wait to see how much further we can get with her guidance.
Maritza M.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Great therapists, excellent customer service.
Meta
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- 5 out of 5 stars
My therapist has been incredibly supportive and compassionate. She creates a safe, welcoming space, and I truly feel heard and understood. I'm very grateful for her guidance. Highly recommend.
Laura S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The clinician is helpful. I would recommend this to my friends. I can communicate better with my family members. Thanks for your cooperation.
Sharmin S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The process to find a therapist was very smooth and quick. The intake did take some time, but it was a very thorough process. Overall a great service and very helpful.
Jorge Z.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Helpful, and they let you know everything in advance.
Naphtali S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
MindView Therapy has been wonderful to work with. The team is kind, responsive, and made the entire process feel easy from the start. I always felt heard and supported, and I really appreciate the compassionate care I've received. Highly recommend.
Angela D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had a great experience with MindView. They are easy to communicate with and handle my needs quickly. I've had some great sessions with my therapist and would highly recommend checking them out.
Kylah B.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
My therapist has done a great job of teaching me how to translate my thoughts into personal feelings, as well as helpful techniques to deal with my anxiety.
Ladale N.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I cannot say enough good things about my counselor. From the very start she made me feel heard, respected, and supported without judgement. She is a great listener and challenges me to grow in healthy ways.
Barbara D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
She is such a great therapist. She really listens to what you are saying and helps you figure out situations.
Leah D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The process from start to finish is made so easy. You get assigned to someone quickly and can choose from various time slots to work around your schedule. No sitting on a phone waiting, just quick and to the point with every step.
Shannon G.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had such a positive experience with MindView Therapy. The sessions have given me so much clarity and practical tools to handle life's ups and downs. I feel more equipped and confident moving forward. If you are looking for a supportive and insightful therapy experience, I highly recommend them.
Lucie L.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
She is an amazing therapist. She understands me and where I am coming from without hesitation. It is a complete judgement-free zone.
Barbie Z.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had a really wonderful experience at MindView. My therapist is a great listener and always made me feel heard and understood. I've seen meaningful progress. Would recommend.
Manana D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Kind, helpful, and good at what they do! My therapist is truly one-of-a-kind, and has helped me so much.
Nick B.
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Affirming therapy means your identity is treated as a given, not a topic to be examined. At MindView, LGBTQ+ adults work on whatever they came in for, from anxiety and low mood to family, relationships, coming out, or the daily weight of minority stress. Your goals set the agenda.
Does this sound like you?
- You have explained yourself to a provider before, and you do not want to do it again.
- You are out in some parts of your life and not others, and the switching is exhausting.
- A family member says they love you and still uses the wrong words on purpose.
- You brace before you walk into a new room, and you do not always notice you are doing it.
- You are dealing with regular anxiety or a breakup, and you just want a therapist who will not make it about your identity.
- You have been told to wait until things settle before getting support, and things never settle.
You do not have to be in crisis to start. If several of these sound familiar, therapy can help.
If several of these sound familiar, that is worth talking about.
Choose a time and send your request. It takes about 30 seconds and one short form.
What does affirming therapy actually mean?
It means your identity is a starting point, not a subject of inquiry. Your therapist is not trying to understand why you are who you are. They are working with you on what you came in for.
In practice, that looks concrete. Your name and pronouns are used correctly, from the first session, without you having to correct anyone. Your relationships are treated the way anyone’s relationships are treated. Your identity is never framed as the source of your distress.
The American Psychological Association has been clear that being LGBTQ+ is not a mental illness, and that affirming care is the standard. MindView does not practice or refer to conversion practices of any kind.
Do I have to come in for something identity-related?
No, and many people do not. Anxiety is anxiety. A breakup is a breakup. Burnout is burnout.
What people often want is a therapist they do not have to educate first. The relief of being able to say the thing without a preamble is not a small thing. It is the difference between spending a session on your problem and spending it on context.
So you might work here on sleep, or a job you cannot stand, or a family that is hard for reasons having nothing to do with identity. Your goals set the agenda, not ours.
How does minority stress affect mental health?
Minority stress is the cumulative load of navigating a world that is not built for you. It is not one big event. It is the steady sum of small ones.
That includes bracing before you enter a new room, deciding how out to be at work, hearing something in passing that stays with you all week, and monitoring how you speak or move. It also includes the harder things: rejection from family, discrimination, and unsafety.
Living under that load takes a toll, and it shows up as anxiety, low mood, exhaustion, isolation, and hypervigilance. These are normal responses to an abnormal load, and they are treatable. Your therapist may use CBT skills, acceptance and commitment therapy, or relational work, depending on what fits.
Your first session is an intake, where you rate what you are feeling on a 0 to 10 scale. The early work covers your history and what you want changed, then builds into a treatment plan around goals you set. Sessions run weekly, and once a month you complete standardized measures so you can both see whether anxiety, mood, and connection are actually moving. The plan is adjusted based on what those show.
What if I am out in some places and not others?
That is common, and it is not a failure. Being selectively out is a strategy, and for a lot of people it is a reasonable one. It also costs energy, and the switching is tiring.
Therapy is not a place where you are pushed to come out. Coming out is a decision with real consequences that only you can weigh, and your therapist’s job is to help you think it through, not to hurry it.
If you are considering it, the work often focuses on who, when, what you need in place first, and what you will do if it goes badly. Preparation does not guarantee a good response, but it does mean you are not walking in unarmed.
Family is often the hardest part, and it rarely resolves cleanly. The people who hurt you most are frequently the people who say they love you, and both of those can be true at the same time. Therapy does not require you to reconcile, forgive, or cut anyone off.
What it does is help you decide what contact costs and what you are willing to pay. That might mean changing what you share, how long you stay, or what you no longer explain. Those are strategy questions, and you get to answer them.
Relationships are worth naming too. Queer relationships come with the same ordinary problems everyone has: money, communication, jealousy, sex, distance. They deserve to be treated as ordinary, and here they are.
Where can I find an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist near me?
MindView sees LGBTQ+ adults in Jamaica, Queens and Buffalo, New York, and by telehealth across New York. Telehealth matters here, because affirming providers are not evenly distributed and you should not have to settle for a therapist who is merely tolerant.
We are in-network with most major insurance plans, and we verify your benefits before your first appointment. No referral and no diagnosis are required.
To start, book a session online or call (646) 493-4007. We are accepting new clients and respond within one business day.
What does it look like?
- •Stress related to identity, coming out, or acceptance
- •Anxiety, low mood, or isolation
- •Navigating relationships, family, or community
- •Experiences of discrimination or minority stress
- •Wanting support from an affirming therapist
Who is this for?
- •LGBTQ+ adults seeking affirming care
- •People navigating identity, relationships, or transitions
- •Anyone wanting a respectful, understanding space
What does therapy here actually look like?
The first three sessions follow a clear structure, so you always know what is coming next.
- First meeting
You say what brought you in, and your therapist asks about your history and your goals. You rate the intensity of what you are feeling, the anxiety, the low mood, the isolation, on a 0 to 10 scale, which becomes the baseline. You set a recurring weekly time before you leave, and you decide together how much identity is or is not part of the work.
- Mapping what is behind it
Your therapist walks through your life across stages, looking at family, relationships, work, community, and health, for the patterns and strengths behind what you came in with. You will not be asked to justify or explain your identity. You can decline any question you do not want to answer.
- Writing the plan together
You build the plan together. Goals are the ones you set, with concrete objectives, whether that is CBT skills for anxiety or mood, work on family and relationships, or reducing the load of minority stress. You also set one personal goal that matters to you.
- Ongoing
Weekly sessions work the plan, and it adjusts as life changes. Once a month you complete standardized measures so you and your therapist can see whether anxiety, mood, and connection are shifting, and the plan is adjusted based on what those show. Sessions stay centered on what you want, and the pace is yours.
Therapy here is measured, not guessed
Once a month you have a measurement-based care review. You complete standardized measures, and your therapist reviews the trend with you. If something is not working, the plan changes. Regular therapy is the work. The review is the navigation system that keeps it pointed at the right target.
Sessions are weekly for the first two months to build a foundation, then frequency is reassessed with you. You set the pace, and you share only what you are comfortable sharing.
You do not have to figure this out alone.
Choose a time and send your request. It takes about 30 seconds and one short form.
Common questions
Do you take insurance, and what will a session cost?
We are in-network with most major plans. In New York: UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Medicare, Oscar Health, Meritain Health, Oxford Health Plans, Cigna, Optum, Highmark BCBS WNY, Univera Healthcare and MagnaCare. We confirm your benefits before your first session.
What happens in the first session?
You say what brought you in. You will not be asked to explain or justify your identity, and you decide how much of the conversation is about it. Your therapist follows your lead.
How long does therapy take, and will it help?
It depends on what you are working on. Many people start weekly and see the work as time-limited around a specific goal. We track how you are doing over time. No therapist can promise a specific result.
Do I need a diagnosis or a reason to come in?
No. You do not need a diagnosis, a referral, or an identity-related reason. Everyday stress, a breakup, or work pressure are all valid reasons to book.
Can I do this by telehealth, and how soon can I get in?
Yes. Sessions are conducted by telehealth across our service areas, which matters if affirming providers are hard to find near you. We are accepting new clients and respond within one business day.
What makes a therapist actually affirming?
An affirming therapist treats your identity as settled, uses your name and pronouns without prompting, and does not position your identity as the cause of your distress. We never practice or refer to conversion practices of any kind.
How do I get started?
- 1
Check your insurance
Most major plans are accepted, and checking takes under a minute.
See if we take your insurance - 2
- 3
Meet your therapist
Your first session is an intake. Your therapist asks what brought you in, and you set a weekly time together.
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