Looking for Mental & physical health support?

Below is a list of therapists, counseling centers, physicians, mental health professionals, and other resources in and around Dutchess County that specialize in supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Here are some general health planning and educational resources, as well as some NYC-based providers, as COVID-19 protocols allow for teletherapy with anyone in New York State:
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Inclusive Therapists - a website for locating therapists focusing on community inclusion
InnoPsych - a tool for locating therapists of color
Manhattan Alternative - a list of inclusive providers based in NYC 
Hudson Valley Community Services (HVCS) - inclusive healthcare in and around Dutchess County

​PLEASE NOTE that we are providing some of this information based on suggestions and recommendations, so information may not always be up-to-date. Please contact us if you find any issues with any of these resources. ​

Physicians and Primary Care providers

Hudson Valley Primary Care
Location: Wappingers Falls, NY
Phone: 845-298-7022

Dr. Jill Brodsky, Pediatric Endocrinologist
Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
​Phone: 845-231-5600

Dr. Monique Regard, Pediatric Gynecology
Location: Hawthorne, NY
Phone: 914-304-5254

Dr. Elisa Burns, Gynecology
Location: Mt. Kisco, NY
​Phone: 914-242-1380

Therapists and counselors

Heather Butt, LCSW

Location: Telehealth-only practice
Client Focus: Teenagers (14-19), Adults
Specialties: Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Loss

Danushi Fernando, MHC

Location: Teamer Counseling, Poughkeepsie, NY
Client Focus: Teens (14-19) and Adults
Specialties: has experience working in student affairs, diversity and inclusion, LGBTQ advocacy, sexual assault prevention 

Dr. Chris St. Germain, PhD

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Client Focus: Adults, Group Sessions, Couples
Specialities: Anxiety, Couples Work, Identity Development, and LGBTQ/Sexuality and Gender Concerns

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​Jay Herman, LMSW 
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Location: Teamer Counseling, Poughkeepsie, NY
Client Focus: Teens (14-19) and Adults
Specialties: Welcomes people of all gender identities, uses a holistic approach that focuses on the mind, body, and spirit 

Jacquelyn Lindsay, LCSWR

Location:  Hopewell Junction, NY (virtual or in-person sessions)
Client Focus: Children, Preteens, Teens, Adults
​Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Child/Adolescent 

Karen Lippitt, LCSW

Location: Beacon, NY
Client Focus: Adults, Elders (65+) 
Specialties: Anxiety, Sexual Abuse, Trauma and PTSD
​Also of Note: Accepts Insurance

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Mindful Mental Health Counseling, David Carroll PLLC

​Location: Telehealth-only practice
Client Focus: Pre-teens, Teenagers/Adolescents (11-19)
Specialties: Child/Adolescent, Anxiety, Depression

Nicholas Moran, LMHC   

Location: Manhattan, NY (Telehealth-only practice) 
Client Focus: Individuals, Couples, Groups
Specialties: Trauma/Abuse, Gender/Sexual Identity, Anxiety, Depression, Substance use

Dr. Michelle Rivas, PhD 

Location: Arlington, NY
Client Focus: Preteens, Teens (11-19), Adults, Elders (65+)
Specialties: Depression, Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD
​Also of Note: Accepts Insurance, Bilingual (English/Spanish)

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Nancy J Ulrich, PhD
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Location: Taconic Counseling Group, Fishkill, NY
Client Focus: Preteens (11-13), Teens (14-19), Adults, Elders (65+)
Specialties: Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Parenting
​Also of Note: Accepts Insurance

Anna Corbi, MHC, LP

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Client Focus: Toddlers/Preschoolers, Children (6-10), Pre-teens, Teens
Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Lesbian, Bisexual

Mirelva Colon, LMHC
*currently not taking new clients*

Location: Rhinebeck, NY
Client Focus: Adults and Teens (14-19)
Specialties: Addiction, Anxiety, Relationship Issues
Also of Note: Bilingual (English/Spanish)

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Melissa Marino, LMHC
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Location: Brewster, NY 10509
Client Focus: Children (6-10), Preteens (11-13), Teens (14-19), Adults, Elders (65+)
Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD

Meadow Therapy, LCSW

Location: Accord, NY 12404
Client Focus: Teens, Adults
Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD

Sarah Marandi-Steeves, LCSW, PLLC

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Client Focus: Children, Adolescent, Teens, Young Adults
Specialties: Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Parent Training

Sober over the rainbow

DCPC is proud to host the SOBER OVER THE RAINBOW group of AA. The meeting format is an Open, Speaker, Beginners, and Discussion. All members of the LGBTQ+ community are welcome to join!

Please contact soberovertherainbow845@gmail.com with any questions.

Meeting Time & Place:

Every Wednesday @ 7:00pm

Dutchess County Pride Center
710 South Drive, Suite 200
​Hopewell Junction, NY