About Therin Slayton, PsyD
Online Therapy for LGBTQIA2S+, Neurodivergent, and Disabled Adults in Illinois
Howdy! I’m Therin (they/them)
If you’re tired of shrinking, masking, or over-explaining just to get through the day, I see you. Therapy with me is a safe, affirming space where your whole self is welcome.
Who Am I?
You deserve a place where every part of you belongs.
I’m a genderqueer, neurodivergent, and disabled psychologist who supports LGBTQIA2S+ folks, neurodivergent adults, and others navigating identity, anxiety, trauma, and the heavy pressure of expectations.
I especially love working with people who are done carrying the weight of feeling “too much” or “not enough.” If you’ve been holding that weight for too long, you don’t have to anymore.
In our work together, you’ll have room to breathe, honor your truth, and reconnect with the parts of you that long to feel safe, empowered, and free. Therapy with me isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about creating space to be fully yourself and building a life that actually fits.
Meet Therin
I Love Working With:
LGBTQIA2S+ individuals—especially trans, nonbinary, and gender-expansive folks
Neurodivergent adults navigating self-understanding and self-acceptance
Disabled adults seeking care that understands accessibility and challenges ableism
Students—non-traditional learners, grad students, and adult learners
Religious and spiritual minorities exploring faith, identity, and healing
Polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous individuals navigating relationships
Artists and creatives seeking support for self-expression and identity
I offer virtual therapy across Illinois, so you can access care in a way that actually works for you.
What to Expect in Sessions
At the heart of my work is a simple commitment: to truly see and hear you.
You deserve a space where you don’t have to perform, explain, or shrink yourself—a space where your truth is honored and your growth is supported.
Together, we’ll:
Explore what’s been weighing you down
Release what no longer serves you
Strengthen your relationships and self-trust
Reconnect with your inner voice
Focus on what brings meaning and nourishment to your life
My approach is collaborative and human. I bring compassion, creativity, and humor to our work, and I’ll walk with you at a pace that feels right.
I believe you already carry the wisdom you need to build a life that feels aligned. Sometimes it’s just hard to access that wisdom through the noise of daily stress, old narratives, or the weight of expectations.
That’s where therapy can help.
How I Help
Therapy with me is a partnership: you’re the expert on you, and I bring tools, perspectives, and deep empathy to help you grow into your most authentic self.
Here’s what we’ll focus on together:
A Safe, Affirming Space – Be yourself without fear of judgment
Compassion & Curiosity – Explore your experiences with openness and kindness
Unpacking Harmful Beliefs – Let go of expectations that don’t serve you
Building Self-Trust – Strengthen confidence in your own voice
Healing Through Connection – Lean into the power of relationships and community
I integrate approaches like intersectional justice frameworks, strengths-based psychology, third-wave CBT, mindfulness, self-compassion, trauma recovery models, and attachment theory.
This work isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about letting go of harmful messages, healing in community, and creating a life aligned with your truth.
Why I Do This Work
I know what it’s like to feel unseen, misunderstood, or like you don’t quite fit the mold. Originally from the Great Plains, I learned early how complicated it can be to simply be yourself in a world that prefers the straight and narrow.
I pursued a doctorate in clinical psychology for the best training in mental health care—but the heart of my work is genuine empathy. My goal is to create a space where you don’t have to justify your existence—you just get to be.
You deserve a therapist who meets you where you are, affirms your identity, and helps you build a life that truly fits.
Education and Experience
I am pre-licensed therapist under the supervision of Dr. Aretha Steele. I graduated with a doctorate in clinical psychology from Adler University. I have trained at several community mental health sites across Chicago, and two college counseling centers. I am honored to provide online counseling in Chicago and across Illinois.
Doing the work of therapy is courageous. I’d be honored to walk beside you at your pace—because healing is gentler and more fulfilling when we do it together.
More About Me
When I’m not doing therapy, you’ll probably find me playing video games with my partners, falling down rabbit holes on Wikipedia, discovering new music and making playlists, hanging out with my cats (Chex and Zora), trying my hand at baking or gardening, or getting lost in a tabletop role-playing game.
Reach Out Today
Therapy is a courageous act, and you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re ready for care that affirms your identity and honors your pace, I’d be honored to walk with you.
Insurance Accepted:
BCBS PPO, Blue Choice PPO, Aetna
Clients Seen:
Young Adults and Adults (18+)
Specialties:
LGBTQIA+ concerns, polyamory, anxiety, stress, neurodiversity, life transitions, college students