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E.T. Townsend (they/them)

LCSW The Healing Between
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Sex Therapy, Kink/Diverse Sexualities, Open Relationships/Polyamory, Gender Identity, Transgender Issues,
In network with BlueCross and BlueShield

Introduction

Hi — I’m E.T. Townsend (they/them), a Clinical Social Worker in Michigan, offering virtual therapy in Michigan and Illinois, and I believe healing isn’t just about quiet reflection—it’s about laughter, messy growth, and releasing the need to ask permission. Maybe you’re feeling stuck in old stories—about gender, intimacy, or relationships—that no longer fit. Maybe grief, trauma, or past hurts keep showing up in your body, in your emotions, in the ways you try to let others in but wind up protecting yourself instead. I’ve walked with folks questioning their identities, trying to untangle relational complexities, or discovering what vulnerability really means (spoiler: it’s messy but also powerful). My style is grounded, affirming, and as real as possible. I blend somatic, narrative, and attachment-based approaches, weaving in Polyvagal Theory and a strengths-based lens. Whether you’re exploring kink, queerness, or nontraditional relationships—or simply want to be more at home in your skin—I offer a space where your experience matters. If you’re curious what it might feel like to show up differently, to let your story shift, or to move forward from overwhelm into clarity, reach out. I’d love to explore the next steps with you.

GENDER Non-Binary
PRONOUNS They/Them/Theirs
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #149.028401 (IL)
  • LCSW #6801118858 (MI)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Classes
  • Coaching

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+
  • Trans & Non-Binary
  • Open Relationships/Polyamory
  • HIV/AIDS

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Atheist
  • Multi-Faith
  • Pagan
  • Interfaith

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

E.T. Townsend (they/them) accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • BlueCross and BlueShield

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Sliding range $120 - $200

Locations

Video Office

FAQ

Is E.T. Townsend (they/them) accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? E.T. Townsend (they/them) is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. E.T. Townsend (they/them) also offers a free consultation.
Does E.T. Townsend (they/them) offer telehealth appointments? E.T. Townsend (they/them) does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does E.T. Townsend (they/them) specialize in? E.T. Townsend (they/them) specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Blended Families, Caregiver Issues, Chronic Pain, Communication Issues, Couples Counseling, Depression, Disability, Divorce, Food Allergies and Intolerances, Gender Identity, Grief, Open Relationships/Polyamory, Sex Therapy, Transgender Issues, Trauma, Burnout, Kink/Diverse Sexualities, and White Privilege.
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