Lesbian Therapists in Paradise Valley, AZ
Alison is a queer, neurodivergent therapist who prioritizes using a multicultural, strengths-based, person-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing genuineness, compassion, & unconditional positive regard with all her clients. She seeks to create a safe & warm welcoming environment in her office, as she recognizes therapy is a vulnerable experience no matter if it is your first- or tenth-time coming in. Alison is passionate about working with folks identifying with the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent adults, as well as people interested in addressing the impact of generational trauma on their sense of self.
Alison is a queer, neurodivergent therapist who prioritizes using a multicultural, strengths-based, person-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing genuineness, compassion, & unconditional positive regard with all her clients. She seeks to create a safe & warm welcoming environment in her office, as she recognizes therapy is a vulnerable experience no matter if it is your first- or tenth-time coming in. Alison is passionate about working with folks identifying with the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent adults, as well as people interested in addressing the impact of generational trauma on their sense of self.
I completed my undergraduate studies at Eastern New Mexico University with a Bachelors of Fine Art with a specialty in Psychology and Art Therapy. I received my Masters of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Argosy University and studied at Arizona State University in the DBH program, Doctorate of Behavioral Health / integrative care. I have been a life coach at McGinnis Theory & Practice, LLC since 2017. Together we will work on goals & actionable plans to increase self-awareness, overcome obstacles, develop new skills, recognize patterns, and apply strategies to help you create your best self!
I completed my undergraduate studies at Eastern New Mexico University with a Bachelors of Fine Art with a specialty in Psychology and Art Therapy. I received my Masters of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Argosy University and studied at Arizona State University in the DBH program, Doctorate of Behavioral Health / integrative care. I have been a life coach at McGinnis Theory & Practice, LLC since 2017. Together we will work on goals & actionable plans to increase self-awareness, overcome obstacles, develop new skills, recognize patterns, and apply strategies to help you create your best self!
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.
If you’re lying awake replaying conversations, overthinking what you said days or years ago, or carrying that constant “something isn’t right” feeling, you’re not alone. On the outside, you may look capable and put together. You get things done, people rely on you. On the inside, it’s often anxiety, burnout, overthinking, and a nervous system that rarely powers down. I work best with high-achieving women, mothers, helping professionals, LGBTQIA+ folks, people in non-traditional relationships, sensitive, creative, deep-feeling people, and young adults who are great at surviving life but exhausted by it. My clients are navigating
If you’re lying awake replaying conversations, overthinking what you said days or years ago, or carrying that constant “something isn’t right” feeling, you’re not alone. On the outside, you may look capable and put together. You get things done, people rely on you. On the inside, it’s often anxiety, burnout, overthinking, and a nervous system that rarely powers down. I work best with high-achieving women, mothers, helping professionals, LGBTQIA+ folks, people in non-traditional relationships, sensitive, creative, deep-feeling people, and young adults who are great at surviving life but exhausted by it. My clients are navigating
Danielle LaPorte asked the question best, “Can you remember who you were before the world told you who you should be?” Can you remember when you loved and accepted yourself unapologetically, and embraced all the things about you that make you unique? As we age, we gain knowledge from life experiences and through those experiences we can soar to greatness or we can break and lose sight of who we really are, and become someone we were never meant to be. When we become someone less than who we were meant to be we can begin to experience anxiety, depression, substance abuse, loss of relationships and functional distress.
Danielle LaPorte asked the question best, “Can you remember who you were before the world told you who you should be?” Can you remember when you loved and accepted yourself unapologetically, and embraced all the things about you that make you unique? As we age, we gain knowledge from life experiences and through those experiences we can soar to greatness or we can break and lose sight of who we really are, and become someone we were never meant to be. When we become someone less than who we were meant to be we can begin to experience anxiety, depression, substance abuse, loss of relationships and functional distress.
I believe in creating and maintaining a safe and supportive environment in which my clients have the opportunity to explore their histories and experiences, develop greater self awareness, achieve insight into their issues, and enhance their strengths. My treatment approach is both creative and flexible. I treat adults for issues that may include: Parenting, Marriage and Relationships, Communication, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Bereavement, and Gender issues. My experience over years as an educator, school counselor and behavioral specialist makes treating children and teens a special skill area I offer.
I believe in creating and maintaining a safe and supportive environment in which my clients have the opportunity to explore their histories and experiences, develop greater self awareness, achieve insight into their issues, and enhance their strengths. My treatment approach is both creative and flexible. I treat adults for issues that may include: Parenting, Marriage and Relationships, Communication, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Bereavement, and Gender issues. My experience over years as an educator, school counselor and behavioral specialist makes treating children and teens a special skill area I offer.
We provide faith-based counseling for adults, teens, couples, and families. If desired, our counselors are trained to integrate your spirituality, values, and beliefs into the counseling process in a way that feels natural and aligned with who you are. Whether you are navigating a stressful situation, relational issues, or life transitions, we offer a steady, sacred space to work through any emotional and relational challenges you may be facing.
We provide faith-based counseling for adults, teens, couples, and families. If desired, our counselors are trained to integrate your spirituality, values, and beliefs into the counseling process in a way that feels natural and aligned with who you are. Whether you are navigating a stressful situation, relational issues, or life transitions, we offer a steady, sacred space to work through any emotional and relational challenges you may be facing.
Hello! I’m a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist. I am kink, non-monogamy, and sex work informed and affirming.
Counseling can sometimes leave people feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or disillusioned. I’m passionate about making therapy accessible. I'm not offering a one size fits all approach, but a chance to collaborate on a path forward toward a life you want.
If you are someone who feels stuck in your mental health goals and aren't sure what the next step forward is, I would love the opportunity to offer a new and helpful perspective.
Hello! I’m a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist. I am kink, non-monogamy, and sex work informed and affirming.
Counseling can sometimes leave people feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or disillusioned. I’m passionate about making therapy accessible. I'm not offering a one size fits all approach, but a chance to collaborate on a path forward toward a life you want.
If you are someone who feels stuck in your mental health goals and aren't sure what the next step forward is, I would love the opportunity to offer a new and helpful perspective.
I am a therapist with nearly 4 decades of experience supporting clients through complex emotional and relational challenges. I am licensed in California and Arizona and currently serve as a Therapeutic Consultant for Gila River Health Care, a Native American hospital system, where I provide clinical consultation and program development support.
I specialize in working with women experiencing trauma, anxiety, caregiving stress (for both children and aging parents), the effects of parental narcissism, and neurodiversity. I particularly enjoy working with professional women who are navigating demanding lives.
I am a therapist with nearly 4 decades of experience supporting clients through complex emotional and relational challenges. I am licensed in California and Arizona and currently serve as a Therapeutic Consultant for Gila River Health Care, a Native American hospital system, where I provide clinical consultation and program development support.
I specialize in working with women experiencing trauma, anxiety, caregiving stress (for both children and aging parents), the effects of parental narcissism, and neurodiversity. I particularly enjoy working with professional women who are navigating demanding lives.
Are you struggling with substance use, men's issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions? Maybe you're exhausted from carrying the weight of expectations, past experiences, or the constant pressure to hold everything together. My clients are adults seeking meaningful change, greater self-awareness, and a healthier, more authentic life. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, build practical coping skills, and create a clear path toward healing, growth, and lasting recovery. I believe there is hope for meaningful change.
Are you struggling with substance use, men's issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions? Maybe you're exhausted from carrying the weight of expectations, past experiences, or the constant pressure to hold everything together. My clients are adults seeking meaningful change, greater self-awareness, and a healthier, more authentic life. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, build practical coping skills, and create a clear path toward healing, growth, and lasting recovery. I believe there is hope for meaningful change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or searching for answers about how your mind works? Our ideal clients are children, adolescents and adults who need clarity. We provide comprehensive treatment programs and assessment for clients seeking guidance through changes and difficulties in their lives. Our providers have extensive experience in counseling children, adolescents and families. Dr. Della Lusk's practice focuses primarily on individual psychotherapy, but she also offers group, couples and family counseling. Our practice also offers services by Licensed Professional Counselors (who accept Medicare) and Psychology Interns.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or searching for answers about how your mind works? Our ideal clients are children, adolescents and adults who need clarity. We provide comprehensive treatment programs and assessment for clients seeking guidance through changes and difficulties in their lives. Our providers have extensive experience in counseling children, adolescents and families. Dr. Della Lusk's practice focuses primarily on individual psychotherapy, but she also offers group, couples and family counseling. Our practice also offers services by Licensed Professional Counselors (who accept Medicare) and Psychology Interns.
You’ve done many of the things you were told would bring fulfillment, yet connection still feels out of reach. Relationships leave you feeling unseen, emotionally alone, or quietly rejected. You replay past dynamics, wondering why closeness never lasts or why you keep holding parts of yourself back. Over time, that distance creates a sense of emptiness and self-doubt, as if you’re performing rather than being known. You long for relationships that feel real, steady, and mutual, but you’re trapped in patterns that aren’t working. It’s time to look beneath the surface to understand why the intimacy you’re seeking feels unsafe.
You’ve done many of the things you were told would bring fulfillment, yet connection still feels out of reach. Relationships leave you feeling unseen, emotionally alone, or quietly rejected. You replay past dynamics, wondering why closeness never lasts or why you keep holding parts of yourself back. Over time, that distance creates a sense of emptiness and self-doubt, as if you’re performing rather than being known. You long for relationships that feel real, steady, and mutual, but you’re trapped in patterns that aren’t working. It’s time to look beneath the surface to understand why the intimacy you’re seeking feels unsafe.
Is your life falling apart? Let me help you make it fall together. Available in Tennessee and Arizona, I help adults and couples struggling with sex addiction, pornography addiction, compulsive sexual behavior, and trauma. Many clients feel trapped in secrecy, shame, betrayal, or relationship crisis. You do not have to face it alone.
I provide direct, compassionate therapy focused on uncovering the roots of addictive patterns, healing trauma, rebuilding trust, and creating lasting change. I work with individuals and couples dealing with intimacy issues, betrayal wounds, childhood trauma, and emotional disconnection.
Is your life falling apart? Let me help you make it fall together. Available in Tennessee and Arizona, I help adults and couples struggling with sex addiction, pornography addiction, compulsive sexual behavior, and trauma. Many clients feel trapped in secrecy, shame, betrayal, or relationship crisis. You do not have to face it alone.
I provide direct, compassionate therapy focused on uncovering the roots of addictive patterns, healing trauma, rebuilding trust, and creating lasting change. I work with individuals and couples dealing with intimacy issues, betrayal wounds, childhood trauma, and emotional disconnection.
Individuals, couples and families come to me for help in identifying and overcoming the obstacles that stand between them and a more fulfilling life. I use a solution-focused approach that emphasizes harnessing the power and abilities of my clients to make changes that are necessary to achieve the goals they've identified for themselves.
Individuals, couples and families come to me for help in identifying and overcoming the obstacles that stand between them and a more fulfilling life. I use a solution-focused approach that emphasizes harnessing the power and abilities of my clients to make changes that are necessary to achieve the goals they've identified for themselves.
Great Relationships aren’t great because they have no challenges or struggles. Great relationships are great because individuals choose to find a way to make the relationship work. Sometimes, that includes relationship/family counseling. As a family and relationship therapist, I am here to help you work through the many challenges and struggles that often prevent couples/families from moving forward. I believe in individualizing treatment to help each family member/partner feel heard and loved.
Great Relationships aren’t great because they have no challenges or struggles. Great relationships are great because individuals choose to find a way to make the relationship work. Sometimes, that includes relationship/family counseling. As a family and relationship therapist, I am here to help you work through the many challenges and struggles that often prevent couples/families from moving forward. I believe in individualizing treatment to help each family member/partner feel heard and loved.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, know that you don’t have to face it alone. Life can be challenging, but therapy provides a space where you can explore those difficulties in a gentle, compassionate way. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, or major life transitions, together we’ll uncover new perspectives, strengthen your resilience, and move toward the fulfilling life you deserve. In a safe, non-judgmental environment, you’ll find the support to build confidence, gain insight, and develop the tools to tackle life’s obstacles with grace and self-compassion.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, know that you don’t have to face it alone. Life can be challenging, but therapy provides a space where you can explore those difficulties in a gentle, compassionate way. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, or major life transitions, together we’ll uncover new perspectives, strengthen your resilience, and move toward the fulfilling life you deserve. In a safe, non-judgmental environment, you’ll find the support to build confidence, gain insight, and develop the tools to tackle life’s obstacles with grace and self-compassion.
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.
I LIKE TO FOCUS IN / ON WHAT YOU ARE EXPERIENCING IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP LIFE, WORK LIFE AND INNER FEELINGS AND THOUGHTS. TO FOCUS IN / ON EXPERIENCE IS TO BECOME AWARE OF YOUR EXPERIENCE IN DETAIL, IN GREAT DETAIL SO YOU CAN FIND A GROUND. TO BE IN YOUR GROUND IS TO BE CONTENT.
I WORK WITH COUPLES, INDIVIDUALS, GAYS AND LESBIANS. SPANISH SPEAKING PROVIDED.
I HAVE HAD 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A THERAPIST AND TRAINED THERAPISTS TO DO GESTALT THERAPY FOR 30 YEARS. PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE AT HTTP://PHOENIXWOMENSCOUNSELING.COM
I LIKE TO FOCUS IN / ON WHAT YOU ARE EXPERIENCING IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP LIFE, WORK LIFE AND INNER FEELINGS AND THOUGHTS. TO FOCUS IN / ON EXPERIENCE IS TO BECOME AWARE OF YOUR EXPERIENCE IN DETAIL, IN GREAT DETAIL SO YOU CAN FIND A GROUND. TO BE IN YOUR GROUND IS TO BE CONTENT.
I WORK WITH COUPLES, INDIVIDUALS, GAYS AND LESBIANS. SPANISH SPEAKING PROVIDED.
I HAVE HAD 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A THERAPIST AND TRAINED THERAPISTS TO DO GESTALT THERAPY FOR 30 YEARS. PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE AT HTTP://PHOENIXWOMENSCOUNSELING.COM
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.
Your mind is a good servant, but a bad master. Many of us struggle with the mind's tendency to race and scatter. You, as a psychologically intelligent person, know that learning to regulate and process your thoughts and emotions is important for your personal evolution. I'm here to help with that.
Your mind is a good servant, but a bad master. Many of us struggle with the mind's tendency to race and scatter. You, as a psychologically intelligent person, know that learning to regulate and process your thoughts and emotions is important for your personal evolution. I'm here to help with that.
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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.