Resource Center

We are providing some of this information based on suggestions and recommendations, so information may not always be up-to-date. References are not vetted by Dutchess Pride or its staff. Please contact us if you find any issues with any of these resources.

Physicians & Primary Care

Therapists & Counselors

  • Heather Butt, LCSW

    Location:Telehealth-Only

    Client Focus: Teenagers (14-19), Adults

    Specialties: Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Loss

  • David Carroll, LMHC

    ​Location: Chappaqua, NY (Telehealth-Only)

    Client Focus: Pre-teens, Teenagers/Adolescents (11-19)

    Specialties: Child/Adolescent, Anxiety, Depression

    Also of Note: Accepts Insurance

  • Jennifer Chess, LCSW

    Location: Three Circles Therapy Services, Poughkeepsie, NY

    Client Focus: Adults, Families

    Specialities: LGBTQ, Kinks, SW, Ethically Non-Monogamous, Neurodivergent

  • Anna Corbi, MHC, LP

    Location: Poughkeepsie, NY

    Client Focus: Toddlers/Preschoolers, Children (6-10), Pre-teens, Teens

    Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Lesbian, Bisexual

  • Danushi Fernando, MHC

    Location: Teamer Counseling, Poughkeepsie, NY

    Client Focus: Teens (14-19), Adults

    Specialties: They have 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

  • Jess Harman, LMSW

    Location: Mamaroneck, NY | Fishkill, NY | Telehealth

    Client Focus: Youth, Adults

    Specialities: Neurodivergence, sexual assault survivors

  • Jay Herman, LCSW (they/them)

    Location: Poughkeepsie, NY (in-person and Telehealth)

    Client Focus: Teens (14-19) and Adults

    Specialties: Gender and sexuality, non-monogamy, neurodivergence, relationship counseling, and letter writing.

  • Marissa Klejbuk, LCAT

    Location: Rooted Arts Psychotherapy, Brewster, NY

    Client Focus: Adolescents (16+), Adults

    Specialties: Trauma, Sexual Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Identity

  • Alary Health Spa

    Location:Hopewell Junction, NY (in-person and Telehealth)

    Client Focus: Individual, Couples, Family, Groups

    ​Specialties: Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and OCD

  • Karen Lippitt, LCSW

    ​Location: Beacon, NY

    Client Focus: Adults, Elders (65+)

    Specialties: Anxiety, Sexual Abuse, Trauma, PTSD

    ​Also of Note: Accepts Insurance

  • Melissa Marino, LMHC

    Location: Beacon, NY (Telehealth only)

    Client Focus: Children (6-10), Preteens (11-13), Teens (14-19), Adults, Elders (65+)

    Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD

  • Meadow Therapy Practice

    Location: Kingston, NY (in-person and Telehealth)

    Client Focus: Teens, Adults

    Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD

  • Nyx Melody, LMHC

    Location:Manhattan, NY (Telehealth-Only)

    Client Focus: Individuals, Couples, Groups

    Specialties: Trauma/Abuse, Gender/Sexual Identity, Anxiety, Depression, Substance use

  • Lauren Remer, LMHC

    Location: Highland, NY (Telehealth-Only)

    Client Focus: Teenagers (13-18), Adults, Seniors

    Specialties: Women, LGBTQ+, trans youth and young adults, NB/GNC, college students, and caregivers/parents

  • Michele Rivas, PhD

    Location:New York, NY (Telehealth-Only)

    Client Focus: Preteens, Teens (11-19), Adults, Elders (65+)

    Specialties: Depression, Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD

    Also of Note: Accepts Insurance, Bilingual (English/Spanish)

  • Nancy J Ulrich, PhD

    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

  • Netta Admoni Blizard, PhD

    Location: Newburgh, NY

    Client Focus: Adults

    Specialties: Anxiety, Depression and Relational Concerns

  • Kimberly Corley, LMSW

    Location: Newburgh, NY

    Client Focus: Adolescents and Emerging Adults

    Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem and Codependency/Relationship challenges.

  • Matthew Cohen

    Location: Telehealth Only

    Client Focus: Teens and Adults

    Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem, Identity Exploration, and Life Transitions

  • Mettle Works Behavioral Services

    Location: Kingston, NY

    Client Focus: Individuals, Couples, Families, Groups

    Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, Substance Misuse and Behavioral Therapy

  • NYC Affirmative Psychotherapy (NYCAP)

    Location: Telehealth Only

    Client Focus: LGBTQ+ and BIPOC Folk

    Specialties: Culturally Responsive, Trauma-Informed Care

  • Cate Hickey, LMHC

    Location: Telehealth

    Client Focus: Adults; Individuals, Couples, Polycules

    Specialties: Trans and GNC Folks, Disordered Eating

Spiritual Resources

Trans Resources

For Youth

For Parents

Legal Resources

General Resources

  • National Advocacy Groups

    • GLSEN works to create inclusive school environments for LGBTQ+ people

    • The Trevor Project is a 24 hour suicide hotline for LGBTQ+ youth

    • It Gets Better Project is a non-profit looking to uplift LGBTQ+ youth through storytelling and community building

    • GLAAD aims to change the narrative of LGBTQ+ acceptance

  • NY Advocacy Groups

  • People Usa

    (978) 488-HOPE

    New Warmline number, a direct number dedicated to expanding access to compassionate, non-crisis emotional support for our community.

    The Warmline is staffed by trained peer specialists—individuals with lived experience—who offer understanding, connection, and support to anyone who may be feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or in need of someone to talk to. This is not a crisis line: it’s a place for conversation, encouragement, and shared understanding.