Therapy for LGBTQ+ on the Main Line & Online

Bala Cynwyd, PA

LGBTQ Pride and safe space for LGBTQIA therapy

Are you a part of the LGBTQIA+ community and in need of therapy? Are you having trouble finding a safe person or space you can trust? Or are you unsure and you need a safe space to explore your identity?

Are you a parent of a child who is or may be part of the LGBTQIA+ community? And you’re unsure how to best support your child or help them explore their identity?

Bala CBT is honored to be a LGBTQIA+ safe space!

To see if we are a good fit and to make sure you feel comfortable with your potential therapist, click on the button below to schedule a FREE phone consultation!

LGBTQIA+ Areas of Expertise in Bala Cynwyd & Online

  • Sexual Orientation and/or gender identity exploration

  • Coming out

  • Coping with stigma, prejudice, and microaggressions

  • Coping in the workplace or school

  • Transition support

  • Body image

  • Coping with peer and family support changes

  • Sexual health and intimacy concerns

  • Self-esteem & empowerment

  • Anxiety & OCD

  • Depression

  • Trauma-informed care

Bala CBT accepts all genders and expressions

LGBTQ+ Therapy for Children & Teens

  • Parent education and how to best support your child

  • Navigating school setting

  • Bullying and prejudice

  • Adolescence & identity development

  • Build confidence and reduce shame

  • Develop effective coping skills

If this sounds helpful for you or your child, click on the button below to schedule a FREE phone call today!

Bala CBT is a safe space for our trans community
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This all resonates, now what?

  1. Book a free consultation call!

    We offer a free 15-minute phone call for you to ask any questions you have, discuss your main concerns, and to make sure we are a good fit for you or your family! We don’t believe in wasting anyone’s money or time, so we love to make sure you feel comfortable with your therapist and feel that connection. You can book your free phone call by clicking here and filling out the contact form or by clicking on any of the “book a free phone consult” buttons throughout the website!

  2. Schedule you or your child’s session!

    At the end of the consultation call, we will provide the logistical information, including fee and schedule. We work most evenings during the week in order to meet the needs of those that work during the day and school schedules.

  3. Begin feeling relieved & Supported

    During our sessions with you, your child, or your family, we will start to provide the necessary psycho-education and tools/skills. We believe knowledge is power and will always be transparent with you or your child, while creating a warm, collaborative space.

To Schedule a FREE 15-minute phone consultation, call/text us at 610-477-7684, email us at shana@balacbt.com, or fill out the contact form below.

We look forward to working with you or your family!

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Services available online for residents in most U.S. states, or in-person at our Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania office.

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Our Story

The founder of Bala CBT, Dr. Shana Brown-Lieberson, is very passionate when it comes to helping our LGBTQIA+ friends. During Dr. Shana’s previous position at another private practice, she started a middle school and a high school Non-Binary & Transgender therapy groups for kids to get together and feel supported and connected. This group is still thriving today! For more information on how to join this group, please email Dr. Shana at shana@balacbt.com.

Our specialties include…

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Therapy for Children & Teens

Are you a parent or caregiver who is feeling overwhelmed and you’re unsure how to help your child or teen? You know your child or teen is struggling, not thriving, maybe not acting like themselves, and you want them to feel better and/or confident again. We can help! We are trained Child Psychologists and care about helping our younger clients deeply.

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OCD Therapy

You’re having intrusive thoughts, memories, or images run through your mind, maybe disturbing and scary at times. You’re unsure if it’s definitely OCD, but you can’t get it to stop. We can help! We are OCD specialists who can help treat your OCD and if needed, help you figure out if it’s definitely OCD or something else.

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Therapy for LGBTQIA+

Are you a part of the LGBTQ+ community or you’re unsure and need a safe space to explore your true self? We offer LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and environment to empower you to embrace your authentic self and feel more confident and secure in your true self.

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Therapy for Gastrointestinal Disorders/Issues

Were you diagnosed with a gastrointestinal disorder, or you have stomach issues and you’re unsure what’s causing it? We are experts in the mind-gut connection and in helping those with gastro disorders and issues, and the effects on your daily life with those symptoms and difficulties. We can help you find a better quality of life and feel like yourself again!

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Anxiety Therapy

Are you tired of the looping thoughts, living your life out of fear, or of the constant worry? Are you tired of dealing with any of the scary physical sensations or panic that comes with anxiety? We provide more than breathing/relaxation exercises and coping skills! We will help you get the root of your anxiety and find relief.

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Therapy for Chronic Illness

Are you or your child living with a chronic health issue? And you’re unsure where to get support? We can help! At Bala CBT, we have a vast knowledge of many chronic health conditions in both children and adults, and we understand the effects it often has on one’s daily life and on the family.