Claire Kirsch
Hello, my name is Claire (they/she)! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) based in Pennsylvania. I have worked in the mental health field for 6 years. I assist individuals in the journey of self-discovery. I am passionate about the LGBTQ+ community and have extensive experience with navigating the challenges of spirituality and sexuality. I maintain consistent training in all areas of LGBTQ+ and kink-informed care to provide the most supportive environment to live authentically. Certifications/Training:
I maintain consistent training in all areas of LGBTQ+ and kink-informed care to provide the most supportive environment to live authentically.
EMDR Clinician, EMDRIA Certified Therapist™ CCATP (Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional) CSTIP (Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional)
First session
Our first session will consist of introductions and diving into the challenges you are facing. We will explore supports, concerns, and historical treatment. Together we will co-create a plan and explore goals for future sessions.
Strengths
I have worked in mental health in high levels of care, outpatient settings, volunteering, and overseeing an expressive art studio. I am a life-long learner and continue to pursue education to strengthen my skills as a counselor. I believe in empowering my clients to understand how they interact with the world.
Ideal clients
I am a firm believer that each person has a story, my goal is to help you shape your story into something beautiful. My approach is simple, the marriage of challenge and support. I have worked with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds. My clients are seeking understanding, affirmation, and a safe space to explore themselves and their identity.
Treatment methods
Existential
“Not to take possession of your life plan is to let your existence be an accident.” ― Irvin D. Yalom I integrate your individual pursuit for meaning and purpose with person-centered validation and empathy. Together we will explore your authenticity, reflect on your humanity, and accept your autonomy.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I believe you are the expert on your life. I will utilize reflection, empathy, and validation to provide support and encourage your autonomy and self-reflection.
Gender-affirming therapy
You are not a phase, you are a beautiful human being worthy of being validated. I am much more than LGBTQ+ friendly, I have thorough experience with validation and support of your personal journey.
Sex Therapy
I bring a kink-informed, inclusive approach to sex therapy. I strive to create a safe space to explore yourself and heal. Together we will work to improve communication, foster safety in relationships, and ease your sexual anxieties.
Structural Family Therapy
I spent over two years working exclusively with families. Our developmental years and family patterns often shape our behaviors, together we will uncover those patterns and address change as needed.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
LGBTQ
Other
Top specialties
LGBTQ
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
Family Therapy
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
OregonLicense C8437
PennsylvaniaLicense PC015952