Therapy That Meets You Where You Are
LGBTQ+ affirming talk therapy with licensed providers who understand your identity, your experiences, and your goals — in person in Texas or online.
$20 per session for most people
What Is LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy?
LGBTQ+ affirming therapy is mental health care built around you — your identity, your experiences, and your life. It's not about tolerance. It's about a provider who already understands what it means to be queer, trans, non-binary, or somewhere on the spectrum, so you can skip the explaining and get to the actual work.
At Outspace, affirming isn't a checkbox. Our therapists are trained and experienced in LGBTQ+ identities, gender-affirming care, minority stress, relationship dynamics, and the specific mental health challenges that come with navigating a world that wasn't always built for us.
Whatever You’re Carrying, We Can Help.
Our therapists are experienced across a wide range of mental health concerns — with deep expertise in the challenges specific to LGBTQ+ individuals and communities.
Simple to Start. Meaningful from Session One.
Book a Free 15-Minute Consult
Tell us a little about yourself — no pressure, no commitment. Just a conversation.
Complete Your Initial Consultation
Meet your provider and get a personalized care plan built around you and your goals.
Attend Weekly Sessions
Meet your provider and get a personalized care plan built around you and your goals.
Why Outspace?
Providers Who Get It
Our therapists and psychiatrists don't just check a box — they're genuinely experienced in LGBTQ+ identities, experiences, and community-specific challenges.
Therapy & Psychiatry, Together
Get both talk therapy and medication management under one roof. No referrals to strangers, no retelling your story. Just coordinated care that actually works.
In-Person & Online in Texas
See us in person in Austin or Houston, or meet virtually from anywhere in Texas. Flexible scheduling so care fits your life — not the other way around.
Insurance-Friendly Care
We accept major insurances so LGBTQ+ affirming care doesn't have to break the bank. Most clients pay as little as $20 per session.
Meet the People You’ll Actually Talk To.
Licensed. Experienced. Genuinely affirming. Our therapists bring both clinical expertise and real understanding of the LGBTQ+ community
Danielle Richardson
Therapy is often the first brave step toward healing—and I’m so proud of you for starting on that path. I believe deeply in the power of being seen, heard, and understood, especially in moments when life feels heavy, messy, or uncertain.
LCSW-S
Agha Hussain
I work best with clients who are feeling stuck—like something in life has shifted, and the tools that once worked just aren’t cutting it anymore. My ideal client is one who is going through a challenge in life that is causing them to feel stuck or regress in everyday functioning.
LPC
Arya Tsay-Jones
LPC-AI offer a warm, supportive space tailored to your unique needs. I specialize in grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions, using tools like mindfulness, DBT, and somatic practices. Together, we’ll explore what you need to feel more grounded, resilient, and connected.
Affirming Care Shouldn’t Cost a Fortune
We accept most major insurance plans, including Medicare. Most clients pay as little as $20 per session. No insurance? Sessions start at $80 out of pocket.
Not sure if you’re covered? Reach out — we’ll help you figure it out before your first appointment.
...and many more
Don’t Wait to Feel Better.
Match with a licensed, LGBTQ+ affirming therapist or psychiatrist today — in Texas, for Texas.
Real Questions. Honest Answers.
-
LGBTQIA+ counseling is therapy with a provider who is specifically trained and experienced in the mental health needs of queer, trans, and gender-diverse people. At Outspace, it means you can talk about your identity, your relationships, your experiences — without having to explain yourself or worry about being misunderstood.
-
You're already in the right place. At Outspace, every therapist on our team is affirming and experienced in LGBTQ+ care. Book a free 15-minute consult and we’ll match you with the right provider based on your needs and preferences.
-
A gender-affirming therapist supports you in exploring and expressing your gender identity without judgment — whether you’re questioning, transitioning, or just figuring things out. Our therapists at Outspace are trained in gender-affirming care and bring that expertise to every session.
-
An affirming therapist doesn’t just tolerate your identity — they understand it. They’re trained in LGBTQ+ experiences, use your correct name and pronouns automatically, and create a space where you don’t have to edit yourself. At Outspace, affirming is the baseline, not a bonus.
-
Gender therapy is a type of talk therapy focused on gender identity, expression, and related experiences like dysphoria, transitioning, or navigating relationships as a trans or non-binary person. Yes — Outspace offers gender therapy both in person (Austin & Houston) and virtually across all of Texas.
-
Research consistently shows that online therapy is just as effective as in-person for most people. The most important thing is having a therapist you trust. At Outspace, you get the same quality of care whether you’re in our Austin office or joining from your living room in Dallas.