LGBTQ Relationship Counseling in Houston Texas

A Safe Space for Every Kind of Love

Our LGBTQ counseling services are rooted in the belief that love takes many forms, and all are worthy of care. We understand that queer and trans relationships often face additional layers of pressure, whether from family dynamics, cultural stigma, or internalized shame. These pressures can impact even the strongest relationships.

At Southwest Psychotherapy Associates, we create a safe and welcoming environment for relationships of all genders, orientations, and relationship structures. Led by Dr. Ty David Lerman, a Queer and Trans Affirming Professional (QTAP) and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, we draw from modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support your relationship goals.

Whether you're in a long-term partnership, newly navigating life together, or facing challenges around identity, sex, or trust, our LGBTQ couples counseling in Houston is tailored to your experience.

What to Expect in Relationship Counseling

Taking the step to begin therapy as a couple can feel vulnerable, but our process is designed to honor both partners equally. We start with a free 15-minute consultation to ensure the right fit. From there, our work together is collaborative, intentional, and deeply respectful of your lived experience.

In your first sessions, we’ll explore what brings you to therapy, whether it's miscommunication, disconnection, unresolved conflict, or a desire to grow together. You’ll each have space to share openly, without fear of judgment. We focus on helping all partners:

• Improve communication and understanding

• Resolve ongoing conflicts with compassion

• Rebuild trust after betrayal or trauma

• Explore identity-related dynamics with sensitivity

• Navigate transitions or life changes as a team

Sessions can take place online or in-person at our Houston office, and we are deeply committed to maintaining confidentiality, cultural humility, and emotional safety throughout the process.

Why LGBTQ relationships Choose Us

Many LGBTQ people come to us because they’ve felt misunderstood, dismissed, or unseen in previous therapy experiences. At Southwest Psychotherapy Associates, our affirming approach ensures that your identities and relationship dynamics aren’t just accepted, they're valued.

Relationships often leave counseling with:

• A deeper emotional connection and sense of partnership

• More confidence in setting boundaries and expressing needs

• Greater insight into relational patterns

• Renewed intimacy and sexual connection

• Stronger tools to manage conflict and foster mutual respect

We don’t offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we meet you where you are and work together toward growth that feels authentic, sustainable, and aligned with your values.

Take the Next Step Toward Healing Together

If you're looking for LGBTQ partners counseling in Houston, Texas, we invite you to begin your journey with us. At Southwest Psychotherapy Associates, we believe in the power of healing relationships, and we’re here to help you and your partner reconnect, communicate, and grow in a way that honors who you truly are.

Schedule your free consultation today and discover a space where your love is met with the understanding, respect, and care it deserves.