Seattle Counseling Service – LGBTQ+ Mental Health (Seattle, WA)
About Seattle Counseling Service
Seattle Counseling Service is a community mental health agency dedicated to providing LGBTQ+-affirming counseling and support services. With a diverse team of licensed therapists, Seattle Counseling Service offers individual therapy, group therapy, and support groups tailored to the unique mental health needs of LGBTQ+ individuals. The agency has been a cornerstone of Seattle’s LGBTQ+ community for decades, providing culturally competent, affordable care.
What Groups Are Offered?
Seattle Counseling Service offers clinician-led therapy groups and peer support groups for LGBTQ+ individuals, including groups addressing depression and anxiety, identity exploration, transgender support, relationship issues, and general mental health. Individual therapy covering a wide range of concerns is also available. All services are delivered by clinicians trained in LGBTQ+-affirming therapeutic approaches.
Who Can Join?
Services are open to LGBTQ+ individuals of all ages, gender identities, and sexual orientations. The agency welcomes people at all stages of identity exploration and affirms the full spectrum of LGBTQ+ experiences. Sliding-scale fees ensure accessibility regardless of income.
Meeting Schedule & Location
Groups and individual sessions are available at the Seattle office (1216 Pine Street, Suite 300) and via telehealth. Contact the agency for current group schedules and availability.
Contact Information
- Website: seattlecounseling.org
- Location: 1216 Pine Street, Suite 300, Seattle, WA
What to Expect
Seattle Counseling Service provides a welcoming, affirming environment where LGBTQ+ individuals can access professional mental health care without fear of judgment. Therapists are diverse and culturally competent, understanding the specific stressors and experiences of LGBTQ+ life. Groups combine clinical expertise with community connection, creating spaces that are both therapeutic and affirming.
Cost & Confidentiality
Sliding-scale fees ensure services are accessible. Some insurance plans are accepted. All services comply with HIPAA privacy regulations and professional ethical standards.