Hands-On, Personalized, Supportive Consultation
I collaborate with individual clinicians, therapy practices, and mental health organizations to ensure they are equipped to offer respectful, affirming care to LGBTQAI+ clients. Whether you need one-on-one case consultation or broader organizational support, I tailor my approach to meet your needs.
Why Choose Me?
Hi, I'm Sam, MA, MS, LMFT.
Creating truly LGBTQAI+ affirming spaces goes beyond theory—it requires lived experience, deep knowledge, and active advocacy. As a queer and trans consultant, I bring a unique blend of academic expertise, firsthand understanding, and practical solutions to help clinicians and organizations serve LGBTQAI+ clients with care, confidence, and integrity.
What sets my approach apart:
✔ Lived Experience & Deep Understanding – As a queer and trans person, I know firsthand the challenges LGBTQAI+ individuals face in navigating mental health and healthcare systems. My consultation is rooted in real-world experience, ensuring advice is practical, relevant, and affirming.
✔ Extensive Educational & Professional Training – With an LGBTQAI+ studies certificate and an MA in Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies with an emphasis in Trans studies, my approach blends academic knowledge with real-life application. I bring a research-backed, intersectional lens to every consultation.
✔ Advocacy & Policy Expertise – I have worked extensively on equitable healthcare access for trans individuals on college campuses, helping institutions implement systemic change that improves care and accessibility. I apply this same dedication to ensuring clinicians and organizations provide thoughtful, inclusive services.
✔ Specialized LGBTQAI+ Counseling Knowledge – My training in LGBTQAI+ empowering counseling equips me with tools to guide professionals through complex client cases, relationship dynamics, and therapeutic best practices—all with sensitivity, nuance, and respect.
✔ Commitment to Meaningful Change – This work is personal. It’s about more than creating welcoming spaces—it’s about transforming care so that LGBTQAI+ individuals can move through the world with dignity, safety, and full agency. Through consultation, I help clinicians and organizations build environments that go beyond “acceptance” and become truly affirming.
Services Offered
Client Case Consultation
Expert insight on complex cases involving gender identity, sexual orientation, and intersectional concerns. Also supporting clinicians in working with clients who are navigating identity within the context of family and relationships.
Operational Support
Assistance with paperwork, policies, and procedures to ensure inclusivity.
Environment Consultation
Helping organizations create welcoming spaces through language, decor, intake processes, and staff training.
How It Works
I offer flexible consultation options, whether you need guidance on a single client case, ongoing mentorship, or organizational support. Sessions can be tailored to meet your needs via virtual or in-person meetings. (In-person meetings are available in Arizona only.)
For Individual Clinicians:
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Click the "Schedule Now" button below.
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Fill out the required information with as much detail as possible.
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Select a date and time that works best for you.
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I will confirm your appointment, and you will receive an email with the meeting information.
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We will have our 50-minute consultation meeting.
For Organizations:
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Click the "Schedule Now" button below.
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Fill out the required information with as much detail as possible.
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Select a date and time that works best for you for an initial consultation meeting.
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I will confirm your appointment, and you will receive an email with the meeting information.
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We will hold our initial 50-minute consultation meeting and thoroughly discuss your organization's consultation needs.
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A consultation plan will be created and a contract signed.
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The plan will be enacted per the contract specifications.
Fee Schedule
Consultation fees are structured to accommodate different needs.
50-Minute Case Consultation
Individual Consultation: $150
Group Consultation: $75 per clinician (maximum of 5 participants)
Operational Support
Initial 50-minute Meeting: $150
Paperwork Review & Revision: $75 per hour
Environment Consultation
Initial 50-minute Meeting: $150
Comprehensive In-Person Environment Evaluation with Feedback: $75 per hour
50-minute Staff Training: $150
Travel Fee: $0.70 per mile
For large organizations custom pricing plans are available.
Are you an associate level clinician or do you work for a non-profit? Inquire about current consultation specials.
Retainer Packages
Interested in having regular access to my expertise and consultation services? Then a retainer package may be a good option for you. Retainer packages are monthly subscriptions to my services.
All packages include:
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Priority access to my schedule
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Email and text responses within 4-6 business hours
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Phone calls within 24 hours during the work week
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Monthly follow-up even if it's been a quiet month
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Strategic guidance and consistent support
Package #1 $650
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2 hours of Individual Consultation
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2 hours of Operational Support
Package #2 $750
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2 hours of Individual Consultation
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2 hours of Environmental Support Evaluation
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Reduced travel fees
Package #3 $850
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2 hours of Individual Consultation
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1 hour of Environmental Support Evaluation
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1 50-minute Staff Training
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Reduced travel fees
Group Package #1 $750
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2 hours of Group Consultation for up to 2 clinicians
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2 hours of shared Operational Support for up to 2 clinicians
Group Package #2 $850
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2 hours of Group Consultation for up to 2 clinicians
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1 hour of shared Environmental Support Evaluation for up to 2 clinicians
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Reduced travel fees
Group Package #3 $950
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2 hours of Group Consultation for up to 3 clinicians
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2 hours of shared Operational Support for up to 3 clinicians
Don't see a retainer plan that you like? Contact me about customized retainer packages.
Large organizations are required to create a customized retainer package.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What types of consultation do you offer?
A: I provide guidance on LGBTQAI+ affirming care, complex client cases, operational procedures, inclusive environments, and navigating family and relationship dynamics.
Q: Who can benefit from these consultations?
A: Individual mental health professionals, therapy practices, and larger organizations seeking expert support in creating LGBTQAI+ affirming, friendly, and accepting spaces.
Q: Do you offer sliding-scale or flexible payment options?
A: Yes! I understand that access to guidance is important, so I offer flexible payment options for associate level clinicians and folks working in non-profit sectors on a limited basis. Please contact me for availability of these reduced fee slots.
Q: Can you help with creating LGBTQAI+ affirming paperwork and policies?
A: Absolutely! I work with organizations to ensure their paperwork, policies, and intake forms reflect inclusive language and affirming practices. See the Operational Support section above for pricing.
Q: Do you offer training for organizations and staff?
A: Yes, I provide tailored training sessions to help teams understand best practices for creating supportive environments for LGBTQAI+ clients. See the Environmental Consultation section above for pricing.