About

As the name suggests, AtypiQal strives to provide a different approach to mental health support for those who have been made to feel different.

Innovative Support

The concept for AtypiQal emerged after countless personal and witnessed experiences of trauma when accessing, or attempting to access, mental health care.

Queer folks, and otherwise marginalized communities, have unique needs, challenges, and barriers to wellness. Too often, these narratives go unaddressed in therapy or do not respond well to traditional approaches.

We do things different, because we are different. We want better for those who are atypical, so we're offering better.

About Rae

Founder + Therapist

• Pronouns: He/they

• Queer, trans, disabled, neurodivergent

• Missouri Licensed Clinical Social Worker

• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)

• Certified Shame-Informed Treatment Specialist (CSTS)

• 15+ years of experience working with Queer folks

• Values: Integrity, generosity, growth

Are you queer and/or neurodivergent? Hey, me too! I support LGBTQIA+ clients—especially trans, nonbinary, and ADHD/autistic folks—who carry complex trauma, shame, and burnout. They're tired of masking, people-pleasing, hyper-independence, and feeling "not far enough along." They want steadier nervous-systems, a defined sense of purpose, more confidence, clearer boundaries, and relationships where they don’t have to constantly try to translate themselves.

I specialize in trauma/shame recovery and self-discovery work. We’ll blend nervous-system skills with a trauma informed approach to stop intellectualizing everything, challenge faulty core beliefs, reduce avoidance patterns, and practice real-life boundaries. Expect clear, bite-sized homework, a collaborative pace, and steady, affirming accountability.

You’re not broken. You might, however, be weird, but in that, you are not alone! You’ve over-adapted to a world that hasn’t adapted to you; that’s resilience. If this resonates, reach out and we’ll explore what relief, ease, and belonging could look like together.

I offer virtual therapy services to residents of Missouri. The folks I work with are based on compatibility, regardless of age, ​identity, status, beliefs, and/or other factors. General availability Tuesday through Saturday.

Happy Humans

Discover what clients have to say about Rae

"I have never clicked with a therapist so effortlessly. Getting to work with a fellow trans person is wonderful as well, it makes the space feel safer for me."

"Rae made such a positive impact on me in such a short amount of time. The 'homework' he suggests is spot on. 10/10 for me! I would recommend him to anyone in the community."

"Rae gives me the motivation and confidence to improve myself. The skills I am building are actually making life simpler."

"I cannot express how I've benefited from working with Rae. He is awesome. I feel genuinely seen and heard by him. He also invites me to think deeper/ more critically which I appreciate."

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