About Me
Hi! I’m Linden (they/he), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Philadelphia. I earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania in 2006 and have held a clinical license in Pennsylvania since 2014.
I began my career nearly 20 years ago at a community-based healthcare organization serving individuals living with co-occurring medical, mental health, and substance use concerns. Later, I served as a clinical supervisor overseeing a team of behavioral health and social service providers. I have a decade of experience working with LGBTQ+ and questioning adults. I specialize in providing gender-affirming therapy to transgender, nonbinary, gender expansive, and gender non-conforming people.
As a social worker, my training emphasizes the powerful role that social and environmental factors play in mental health. Therapy doesn’t happen in a vacuum, and I believe it’s impossible to provide effective therapy without considering the whole person. Race, class, gender, sexual orientation, neurodivergence, disability, body size, and other aspects of personal identity shape my clients’ lived experiences in critical ways and at times can create real-world barriers.
In addition to my clinical experience, I’ve advocated for the rights and well-being of marginalized communities in both nonprofit and government settings. My background includes roles promoting access to reproductive and sexual healthcare, HIV/AIDS care, and environmental health.
My Approach
My therapeutic orientation is humanistic, which taps into your inherent ability to change and grow. I often incorporate elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for a solutions-focused approach. I offer concrete tools to disrupt negative thought patterns and identify a path forward in alignment with your values and goals. If you prefer a warm and direct therapist who brings a little humor into the therapy room, we may be a good fit. I’m a sex-positive and body-positive provider.
Rates & Insurance
Learn more about my services, rates, and insurance options for LGBTQ+ affirming therapy.
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