Lesbian Therapists in Fountain Hills, AZ
I have worked with a broad spectrum of clients and practiced various modalities. My focus is rooted in a humanistic approach, transpersonal development, and promoting good mental health and wellness. My practice is exclusively telehealth, and I accept many insurance plans.
I have worked with a broad spectrum of clients and practiced various modalities. My focus is rooted in a humanistic approach, transpersonal development, and promoting good mental health and wellness. My practice is exclusively telehealth, and I accept many insurance plans.
I work with children, teens, and adults who feel stuck—especially when the same issues keep coming back despite real effort to change them. This often shows up as anxiety, irritability, behavioral challenges, or ongoing stress in relationships or at home.
I have particular experience working with men navigating stress, anger, and relationship challenges, while working with people of all backgrounds.
Many people I see have tried to handle things on their own or in prior therapy, but the patterns haven’t changed. We focus on identifying what’s maintaining the problem and making practical changes that actually carry into daily life.
I work with children, teens, and adults who feel stuck—especially when the same issues keep coming back despite real effort to change them. This often shows up as anxiety, irritability, behavioral challenges, or ongoing stress in relationships or at home.
I have particular experience working with men navigating stress, anger, and relationship challenges, while working with people of all backgrounds.
Many people I see have tried to handle things on their own or in prior therapy, but the patterns haven’t changed. We focus on identifying what’s maintaining the problem and making practical changes that actually carry into daily life.
Overthinking, overanalyzing, ruminating, future-tripping, or analysis paralysis—whatever you call it, it can really keep you stuck. If you've been lying awake at night thinking through all the things you said today (or last year), if you've made 8 different to-do lists for the same task, or if you're always running late because it's difficult to organize your thoughts, let's chat. Anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, and burnout can significantly impact the way your brain handles the stress of day-to-day life. But there is hope – you don’t have to stay stuck. I'd love to talk to you about how you can begin to feel like yourself again.
Overthinking, overanalyzing, ruminating, future-tripping, or analysis paralysis—whatever you call it, it can really keep you stuck. If you've been lying awake at night thinking through all the things you said today (or last year), if you've made 8 different to-do lists for the same task, or if you're always running late because it's difficult to organize your thoughts, let's chat. Anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, and burnout can significantly impact the way your brain handles the stress of day-to-day life. But there is hope – you don’t have to stay stuck. I'd love to talk to you about how you can begin to feel like yourself again.
Many of my clients have not felt comfortable or helped by previous therapists. Experience and professional success are vital to working in the mental health field. I am experienced in individual and couples counseling. My work is focused on helping people with their depression, relationship issues, grief, anxiety, illness, family issues and health problems. I love my career and have invaluable life experience in addition to years of professional supervision. I am comfortable with people from all different backgrounds.Having been in therapy myself helps me to be a better therapist and to assist my clients with non judgement and compassion.
Many of my clients have not felt comfortable or helped by previous therapists. Experience and professional success are vital to working in the mental health field. I am experienced in individual and couples counseling. My work is focused on helping people with their depression, relationship issues, grief, anxiety, illness, family issues and health problems. I love my career and have invaluable life experience in addition to years of professional supervision. I am comfortable with people from all different backgrounds.Having been in therapy myself helps me to be a better therapist and to assist my clients with non judgement and compassion.
The people I usually work with are individuals and couples who are facing important life or relationship challenges and have tried the typical strategies for improvement or making changes. I work best with those who want to take an honest and thorough look at his / her / their functioning and set in motion pragmatic steps toward sustaining a genuinely better life. While conflict and various forms of emotionality are a normal part of life, when these experiences negatively affect one's capacity to have a successful, enjoyable or fulfilling life, it is important to consider other avenues of support.
The people I usually work with are individuals and couples who are facing important life or relationship challenges and have tried the typical strategies for improvement or making changes. I work best with those who want to take an honest and thorough look at his / her / their functioning and set in motion pragmatic steps toward sustaining a genuinely better life. While conflict and various forms of emotionality are a normal part of life, when these experiences negatively affect one's capacity to have a successful, enjoyable or fulfilling life, it is important to consider other avenues of support.
THE CHOICE...
One of my clients said that she wished that choosing a therapist was like finding a new puppy. You get a sense of the breeding, temperament and capability and then you know from a heartfelt connection that you have the right one. Here you must decide from an exhaustive list of similar sounding credentials. So what I want to offer is some background and then hopefully you can have the experience she wished for everyone.
THE CHOICE...
One of my clients said that she wished that choosing a therapist was like finding a new puppy. You get a sense of the breeding, temperament and capability and then you know from a heartfelt connection that you have the right one. Here you must decide from an exhaustive list of similar sounding credentials. So what I want to offer is some background and then hopefully you can have the experience she wished for everyone.
Around the Corner Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LIAC, CT, SEP, CGRS
Serves Area
Hello, I am Michelle Gallagher. I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist and have a private practice. I work with adults who experience symptoms of trauma, attachment issues, substance use disorders, mood disorders, grief and loss, stress management, and a variety of other issues that impact your life, and the lives of those who care about you. I have a small office in North Scottsdale. Due to COVID-19, HIPAA approved video platform sessions are also available.
Hello, I am Michelle Gallagher. I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist and have a private practice. I work with adults who experience symptoms of trauma, attachment issues, substance use disorders, mood disorders, grief and loss, stress management, and a variety of other issues that impact your life, and the lives of those who care about you. I have a small office in North Scottsdale. Due to COVID-19, HIPAA approved video platform sessions are also available.
Do you struggle with negative thoughts, relationship problems, or feel like you can’t get past the bad things that have happened to you? I believe that even in our darkest hours, we can still find beauty, peace, and joy. Fun too! My motto is "We are all a work in progress." This idea allows us to balance self-acceptance as we are now, while still striving to be our best self. As a trauma-informed therapist, I will be your copilot on the road to wellness. Helping you to feel empowered and capable to make the changes you want. My warm and direct approach will help you feel understood yet challenged to get outside your comfort zone.
Do you struggle with negative thoughts, relationship problems, or feel like you can’t get past the bad things that have happened to you? I believe that even in our darkest hours, we can still find beauty, peace, and joy. Fun too! My motto is "We are all a work in progress." This idea allows us to balance self-acceptance as we are now, while still striving to be our best self. As a trauma-informed therapist, I will be your copilot on the road to wellness. Helping you to feel empowered and capable to make the changes you want. My warm and direct approach will help you feel understood yet challenged to get outside your comfort zone.
Renee Ellen Siegel
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LISAC, MAC, PCC, HHP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in 3 areas: relationships, addiction recovery & wellness. Using a holistic approach, I work with clients to identify underlying issues and concerns that keep clients from making sustainable change, while creating an environment where clients feel valued and safe. I use the Enneagram of personality typology with clients so they can identify their mental, emotional, and behavioral patterns and raise self-awareness. Clients are introduced to Enneagram type based practices they can use on their own to sustain desired change.
I specialize in 3 areas: relationships, addiction recovery & wellness. Using a holistic approach, I work with clients to identify underlying issues and concerns that keep clients from making sustainable change, while creating an environment where clients feel valued and safe. I use the Enneagram of personality typology with clients so they can identify their mental, emotional, and behavioral patterns and raise self-awareness. Clients are introduced to Enneagram type based practices they can use on their own to sustain desired change.
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I believe that each of us is the expert in our own life and knows, deep down, what is best for us. Sometimes, however, life’s challenges—whether they come in the form of anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem struggles, ADHD, or something else—can cloud our path. In those moments, we don’t always have to walk alone. I’m here to walk alongside you, offering guidance, support, and understanding as we navigate the tough spots together. My approach is rooted in the belief that healing comes from within, but with the right support, we can uncover the strength and clarity needed to move forward.
I believe that each of us is the expert in our own life and knows, deep down, what is best for us. Sometimes, however, life’s challenges—whether they come in the form of anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem struggles, ADHD, or something else—can cloud our path. In those moments, we don’t always have to walk alone. I’m here to walk alongside you, offering guidance, support, and understanding as we navigate the tough spots together. My approach is rooted in the belief that healing comes from within, but with the right support, we can uncover the strength and clarity needed to move forward.
Maybe you're feeling stuck in the same cycles you can't seem to break out of. Maybe you're struggling to maintain relationships that feel safe and supportive. Maybe you know that you've been impacted by the painful experiences you've had, but you don't know where to start with unpacking them. It can be scary to face your pain, and you deserve support. You're not too much, and you're not alone. I want to support you with deepening your self-understanding and self-compassion. Healing is possible when you're ready to start.
Maybe you're feeling stuck in the same cycles you can't seem to break out of. Maybe you're struggling to maintain relationships that feel safe and supportive. Maybe you know that you've been impacted by the painful experiences you've had, but you don't know where to start with unpacking them. It can be scary to face your pain, and you deserve support. You're not too much, and you're not alone. I want to support you with deepening your self-understanding and self-compassion. Healing is possible when you're ready to start.
My name is Tiquana Hill and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia, Georgia, Texas with approximately 10 years of experience providing mental health services to adults, adolescents and children in a variety of settings. I have 7 years of experience providing outpatient therapy to adults and adolescents. I have experience with a variety of stressors including family trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem/ self-image, career development, romantic/pre-marital, PTSD/Trauma, lack of communication and several other undesirable behaviors that may effect your daily living.
My name is Tiquana Hill and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia, Georgia, Texas with approximately 10 years of experience providing mental health services to adults, adolescents and children in a variety of settings. I have 7 years of experience providing outpatient therapy to adults and adolescents. I have experience with a variety of stressors including family trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem/ self-image, career development, romantic/pre-marital, PTSD/Trauma, lack of communication and several other undesirable behaviors that may effect your daily living.
Reaching out for support can be difficult. Often when we finally decide to reach out we are already experiencing overwhelm and feeling discouraged. Maybe you are experiencing anxiety, having difficulty sleeping, being more irritable than usual, or having difficulty enjoying things in your day to day life. If you've experienced trauma you could be struggling with flashbacks, fear, avoidance, and difficulty moving forward in you life. Maybe your child or teen is having new behaviors, tantrums, isolation, or difficulty with connection. I am here for all of you and will stand with you on your healing journey.
Reaching out for support can be difficult. Often when we finally decide to reach out we are already experiencing overwhelm and feeling discouraged. Maybe you are experiencing anxiety, having difficulty sleeping, being more irritable than usual, or having difficulty enjoying things in your day to day life. If you've experienced trauma you could be struggling with flashbacks, fear, avoidance, and difficulty moving forward in you life. Maybe your child or teen is having new behaviors, tantrums, isolation, or difficulty with connection. I am here for all of you and will stand with you on your healing journey.
Have you ever experienced a difficulty that left you feeling isolated, or found yourself in a relationship that didn’t make sense? These experiences are deeply human and can leave us feeling unsettled and hurt. I enjoy connecting with people and supporting them through life’s more vulnerable moments. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space grounded in ethical, nonjudgmental, and sex-positive, kink-aware care, where clients can speak openly. I prioritize trust, direct communication, and authenticity, believing meaningful growth happens when people feel seen and respected.
Have you ever experienced a difficulty that left you feeling isolated, or found yourself in a relationship that didn’t make sense? These experiences are deeply human and can leave us feeling unsettled and hurt. I enjoy connecting with people and supporting them through life’s more vulnerable moments. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space grounded in ethical, nonjudgmental, and sex-positive, kink-aware care, where clients can speak openly. I prioritize trust, direct communication, and authenticity, believing meaningful growth happens when people feel seen and respected.
Reduced Rates & Waitlist Available! Sessions open in September! You may look high-functioning on the outside, but inside you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted. Maybe you overthink everything. Maybe your relationships feel intense, confusing, or one-sided. You’re tired of repeating the same patterns and wondering, “Why do I keep doing this?” You want clarity. You want to feel steady in yourself. You want deeper connection without losing who you are. Most of all, you want to understand yourself on a level that actually creates change.
Reduced Rates & Waitlist Available! Sessions open in September! You may look high-functioning on the outside, but inside you feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted. Maybe you overthink everything. Maybe your relationships feel intense, confusing, or one-sided. You’re tired of repeating the same patterns and wondering, “Why do I keep doing this?” You want clarity. You want to feel steady in yourself. You want deeper connection without losing who you are. Most of all, you want to understand yourself on a level that actually creates change.
Hi, I’m Ashley. I’m a queer-identified therapist specializing in LGBTQIA+ clients, people healing from trauma, and those navigating life transitions or relationship challenges. I’m trained in EMDR and integrate somatic, emotion-focused, and parts-based work to help you understand your patterns, regulate emotions, and feel safer and more at home in your body. I value the relationship in therapy above all else, and believe therapy should feel human more-so than cold and clinical. You can expect warmth, humor, occasional swearing, and a judgment-free space where you don’t have to censor yourself.
Hi, I’m Ashley. I’m a queer-identified therapist specializing in LGBTQIA+ clients, people healing from trauma, and those navigating life transitions or relationship challenges. I’m trained in EMDR and integrate somatic, emotion-focused, and parts-based work to help you understand your patterns, regulate emotions, and feel safer and more at home in your body. I value the relationship in therapy above all else, and believe therapy should feel human more-so than cold and clinical. You can expect warmth, humor, occasional swearing, and a judgment-free space where you don’t have to censor yourself.
Hello, my name is Anna, I am a queer neurodivergent therapist, my specialties include sexuality, gender diversity, paraphilias, addiction, complex trauma, autism, and ADHD. I have been trained to perform Gender Health Evaluations and can provide letters to assist with receiving gender-affirming healthcare. I focus on slowing things down, understanding behavioral patterns, noticing somatic experiences, and accepting the choices we have made. I believe that you are the expert in your life and have the capacity to create meaningful change for yourself.
Hello, my name is Anna, I am a queer neurodivergent therapist, my specialties include sexuality, gender diversity, paraphilias, addiction, complex trauma, autism, and ADHD. I have been trained to perform Gender Health Evaluations and can provide letters to assist with receiving gender-affirming healthcare. I focus on slowing things down, understanding behavioral patterns, noticing somatic experiences, and accepting the choices we have made. I believe that you are the expert in your life and have the capacity to create meaningful change for yourself.
Welcome to Sunnyside Therapy! If you have come across this page, you are probably seeking help at this turning point in your life. Come experience the unconditional support and honest feedback that professional counseling can offer you. At Sunnyside, you will be treated with respect and positive, life-affirming attitude no matter where your journey starts. I truly believe that growth and change can happen at any pace with the right encouragement and validation. I welcome clients of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and religious preferences.
Welcome to Sunnyside Therapy! If you have come across this page, you are probably seeking help at this turning point in your life. Come experience the unconditional support and honest feedback that professional counseling can offer you. At Sunnyside, you will be treated with respect and positive, life-affirming attitude no matter where your journey starts. I truly believe that growth and change can happen at any pace with the right encouragement and validation. I welcome clients of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and religious preferences.
I am a dedicated therapist passionate about creating a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and valued. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I bring a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by marginalized groups and strive to offer a safe, affirming environment where you can explore your experiences and work toward healing. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating the complexities of dual diagnoses—mental health challenges alongside substance use—and those healing from religious trauma.
I am a dedicated therapist passionate about creating a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and valued. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I bring a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by marginalized groups and strive to offer a safe, affirming environment where you can explore your experiences and work toward healing. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating the complexities of dual diagnoses—mental health challenges alongside substance use—and those healing from religious trauma.
We're living through a difficult time period, which can compound upon pre-existing traumas, anxieties, stressors, and relational difficulties. I would love to join you alongside your journey to stability, improved quality of life/relationships, and mental health. I will explore with you your past and current experiences and feelings to get to the root of what is causing struggle and assist in locating a path of healing and relief. If you need to be witnessed in the experiences you've had, explore deeply the emotional impacts they have had on you, and examine with intention the direction you'd like to head, reach out.
We're living through a difficult time period, which can compound upon pre-existing traumas, anxieties, stressors, and relational difficulties. I would love to join you alongside your journey to stability, improved quality of life/relationships, and mental health. I will explore with you your past and current experiences and feelings to get to the root of what is causing struggle and assist in locating a path of healing and relief. If you need to be witnessed in the experiences you've had, explore deeply the emotional impacts they have had on you, and examine with intention the direction you'd like to head, reach out.
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Lesbian Therapists
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.