At its core, LGBTQ therapy is about understanding and accepting the unique needs of those within the LGBTQ community. It is about creating an environment of understanding and acceptance in which gay, bisexual, queer, non-binary, and transgender people can feel comfortable discussing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.   LGBTQ therapy is an invaluable tool for those within the community to tap into and receive the emotional, psychological, and social support they need to feel accepted and supported in a safe and secure environment. Through this support, clients can ultimately learn to love and accept themselves more fully and feel better in the world.   The importance of LGBTQ therapy is especially evident when considering the disproportionate prevalence of mental health issues within the LGBTQ community.   Studies have shown that LGBTQ folks experience higher rates of depression, anxiety disorders, and suicidal ideation than their heterosexual peers. This is due to the lack of acceptance and understanding that those within the LGBTQ community often face, leading to feelings of alienation, isolation, hopelessness, and low self-worth.   LGBTQ mental health professionals know how to create a valuable space in which individuals can talk openly and honestly about their experiences and feelings without judgment or stigma.