Transgender Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
Have you been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained by life’s demands? Perhaps worry feels constant, your mood feels low, or a life transition has left you feeling unsure or stuck? You want relief, clarity, and a safe place to talk openly without judgment. More than anything, you want to feel more grounded, confident, and in control.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained by life’s demands? Perhaps worry feels constant, your mood feels low, or a life transition has left you feeling unsure or stuck? You want relief, clarity, and a safe place to talk openly without judgment. More than anything, you want to feel more grounded, confident, and in control.
Do you ever feel like your mind won’t slow down, or that memories from the past are affecting your present? You’re not alone. I work with adults across Arizona who are navigating trauma, anxiety, and overwhelming life stress. I offer a space where you can simply be yourself. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck or exhausted from coping on their own — whether it’s with self-harm, substance use, intrusive thoughts, or disordered eating. Together, we’ll explore the ways you’ve learned to survive and gently build new strategies that support your healing and peace of mind.
Do you ever feel like your mind won’t slow down, or that memories from the past are affecting your present? You’re not alone. I work with adults across Arizona who are navigating trauma, anxiety, and overwhelming life stress. I offer a space where you can simply be yourself. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck or exhausted from coping on their own — whether it’s with self-harm, substance use, intrusive thoughts, or disordered eating. Together, we’ll explore the ways you’ve learned to survive and gently build new strategies that support your healing and peace of mind.
I am currently accepting new clients and have same day/next day availability. I am a queer neurodivergent therapist with over seven years of experience working with teenagers and adults. I specialize in working with people who are gender diverse, autistic, and/or have complex trauma. I have been trained to perform Gender Health Evaluations and can provide letters for blockers, hormones, and surgery. Additional areas of focus are ADHD, sex addiction, borderline personality disorder, family and relationship problems, men’s issues, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.
I am currently accepting new clients and have same day/next day availability. I am a queer neurodivergent therapist with over seven years of experience working with teenagers and adults. I specialize in working with people who are gender diverse, autistic, and/or have complex trauma. I have been trained to perform Gender Health Evaluations and can provide letters for blockers, hormones, and surgery. Additional areas of focus are ADHD, sex addiction, borderline personality disorder, family and relationship problems, men’s issues, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.
I believe everyone has the ability to create a meaningful life and deeply connected relationships. Therapy can be a warm, supportive space where you feel safe exploring what’s been weighing on you while reconnecting with your strengths and sense of self. I approach our work as a collaborative partnership, supporting you as you navigate relationship challenges, life transitions, moments of feeling stuck, and helping you make changes that align with your values. Whatever brings you to counseling, we’ll work together to move through obstacles to create a life that feels more grounded, authentic, and true to who you are.
I believe everyone has the ability to create a meaningful life and deeply connected relationships. Therapy can be a warm, supportive space where you feel safe exploring what’s been weighing on you while reconnecting with your strengths and sense of self. I approach our work as a collaborative partnership, supporting you as you navigate relationship challenges, life transitions, moments of feeling stuck, and helping you make changes that align with your values. Whatever brings you to counseling, we’ll work together to move through obstacles to create a life that feels more grounded, authentic, and true to who you are.
Weekend and afternoon/evening appointments. I offer family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 12 using child-friendly tools: Play therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EMDR, Somatic Therapy. Rhythmic Movement and Mindfulness training. Whether you are seeking help for common childhood concerns, learning, and attention problems, or more traumatic life events, my playful approach will help your child connect emotionally, learn new behaviors, communicate and navigate through times of change.
Weekend and afternoon/evening appointments. I offer family and individual therapy for children ages 2 to 12 using child-friendly tools: Play therapy, Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, EMDR, Somatic Therapy. Rhythmic Movement and Mindfulness training. Whether you are seeking help for common childhood concerns, learning, and attention problems, or more traumatic life events, my playful approach will help your child connect emotionally, learn new behaviors, communicate and navigate through times of change.
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients and have same day/next day availability. I believe therapy should feel like a safe and welcoming space where you can be fully yourself. I am passionate about helping teens and adults feel heard, supported, and empowered as they navigate life's challenges. Whether you're working through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship struggles, or self-esteem issues, I aim to create a space where you can strengthen your connection to yourself and others. I also specialize in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals in building confidence and living authentically.
Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients and have same day/next day availability. I believe therapy should feel like a safe and welcoming space where you can be fully yourself. I am passionate about helping teens and adults feel heard, supported, and empowered as they navigate life's challenges. Whether you're working through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship struggles, or self-esteem issues, I aim to create a space where you can strengthen your connection to yourself and others. I also specialize in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals in building confidence and living authentically.
Hello! I’m Gwen, and my passion is supporting children, teens, and their families as they navigate life’s challenges. I work with clients who may be struggling with emotional difficulties, behavioral concerns, or the lasting impact of trauma. I understand that these challenges can disrupt the family system, creating confusion and strain. My goal is to provide a safe, encouraging space where healing and growth are possible.
Hello! I’m Gwen, and my passion is supporting children, teens, and their families as they navigate life’s challenges. I work with clients who may be struggling with emotional difficulties, behavioral concerns, or the lasting impact of trauma. I understand that these challenges can disrupt the family system, creating confusion and strain. My goal is to provide a safe, encouraging space where healing and growth are possible.
With 20 years of experience, I support individuals navigating self-esteem, attachment and relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, low mood, and neurodivergence. Creating a safe, affirming space where you feel valued, seen, and heard is central to my work. I am trained in evidence-based approaches including Internal Family Systems, Somatic Trauma Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness. I integrate these modalities thoughtfully to meet your unique needs and goals, supporting your individual path toward healing and growth.
With 20 years of experience, I support individuals navigating self-esteem, attachment and relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, low mood, and neurodivergence. Creating a safe, affirming space where you feel valued, seen, and heard is central to my work. I am trained in evidence-based approaches including Internal Family Systems, Somatic Trauma Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness. I integrate these modalities thoughtfully to meet your unique needs and goals, supporting your individual path toward healing and growth.
In a chaotic and scary world, it is extremely hard to know what to expect and what is safe. It is my priority to provide a safe place for you if you are experiencing stress or lack of control, or have been exposed to trauma (indoctrination/religious harm or trauma), or seeking to deconstruct and understand your OWN beliefs and values in an authentic way. For couples and families, it is my goal to help you communicate effectively, love more openly, increase vulnerability, and set healthy boundaries in your relationship.
In a chaotic and scary world, it is extremely hard to know what to expect and what is safe. It is my priority to provide a safe place for you if you are experiencing stress or lack of control, or have been exposed to trauma (indoctrination/religious harm or trauma), or seeking to deconstruct and understand your OWN beliefs and values in an authentic way. For couples and families, it is my goal to help you communicate effectively, love more openly, increase vulnerability, and set healthy boundaries in your relationship.
If you are struggling and you are not sure what to do or where to start, you are exactly where you need to be. Whether it is your family, friends, relationships, work, school, or just not feeling like you- we can tackle it together! Therapy is an opportunity for you to talk about different and possibly difficult parts of your life, however big or small. Therapy is work, and I will not only empower you, but challenge you, and encourage you to do the work outside of sessions. We will utilize your strengths as you have what it takes to be the best version of yourself.
If you are struggling and you are not sure what to do or where to start, you are exactly where you need to be. Whether it is your family, friends, relationships, work, school, or just not feeling like you- we can tackle it together! Therapy is an opportunity for you to talk about different and possibly difficult parts of your life, however big or small. Therapy is work, and I will not only empower you, but challenge you, and encourage you to do the work outside of sessions. We will utilize your strengths as you have what it takes to be the best version of yourself.
I have always appreciated the blend of art and science in therapy that allows for change within the therapeutic relationship. It is important to create an empathetic environment that allows for trust, support, and change. Whether you have specific goals to reach or feel stuck in life, we will work to uncover the way forward together.
I have always appreciated the blend of art and science in therapy that allows for change within the therapeutic relationship. It is important to create an empathetic environment that allows for trust, support, and change. Whether you have specific goals to reach or feel stuck in life, we will work to uncover the way forward together.
Hello! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or like you’re just trying to keep up with everything, you’re not alone. You might be navigating the impact of past trauma, feeling stuck in patterns you can’t quite shift, or struggling with the transition into adulthood after college. Maybe you’ve been told you’re “too much” or “not enough,” especially as a neurodivergent person, and you’re looking for a space where you can just be yourself. I’m currently accepting new clients and can often meet within the same week. I look forward to working with you!
Hello! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or like you’re just trying to keep up with everything, you’re not alone. You might be navigating the impact of past trauma, feeling stuck in patterns you can’t quite shift, or struggling with the transition into adulthood after college. Maybe you’ve been told you’re “too much” or “not enough,” especially as a neurodivergent person, and you’re looking for a space where you can just be yourself. I’m currently accepting new clients and can often meet within the same week. I look forward to working with you!
I am accepting new telehealth Clients and I am now Licensed in Arizona and Pennsylvania. My experience as a clinician is working with individuals who have experienced trauma. I have worked with survivors of incest, sex trafficking, domestic violence and sexual assault. I am allied with consensual sex workers. Allied and part of LGBTQIA+ community.
I am accepting new telehealth Clients and I am now Licensed in Arizona and Pennsylvania. My experience as a clinician is working with individuals who have experienced trauma. I have worked with survivors of incest, sex trafficking, domestic violence and sexual assault. I am allied with consensual sex workers. Allied and part of LGBTQIA+ community.
My approach to therapy is rooted in creating a space where a person can explore their inner world with curiosity and openness, and is also free of judgement. Therapy is a place where one can come to understand themself more fully and experience being deeply listened to.
Before becoming a clinician, I worked in independent high schools as a theater director and English teacher. I also served as a backcountry trip leader, dorm parent, and advisor. These experiences taught me about the power of story, creativity, and collaboration, all of which I bring into the therapeutic space.
My approach to therapy is rooted in creating a space where a person can explore their inner world with curiosity and openness, and is also free of judgement. Therapy is a place where one can come to understand themself more fully and experience being deeply listened to.
Before becoming a clinician, I worked in independent high schools as a theater director and English teacher. I also served as a backcountry trip leader, dorm parent, and advisor. These experiences taught me about the power of story, creativity, and collaboration, all of which I bring into the therapeutic space.
Duane Freeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85028
Waitlist for new clients
My experience spans more than 20 years, working predominantly in independent private schools, meeting with individuals, developing and implementing social-emotional learning curricula, collaborating with various psychologists and psychiatrists to support students, creating parent presentations on child development, social dynamics, parent-child communication, and running leadership, social, and divorce groups. I use humor and improv to lower defenses, teach social cues, practice interpersonal skills, and approach difficult topics in a playful yet direct way. I support your healing process in creative and fun ways.
My experience spans more than 20 years, working predominantly in independent private schools, meeting with individuals, developing and implementing social-emotional learning curricula, collaborating with various psychologists and psychiatrists to support students, creating parent presentations on child development, social dynamics, parent-child communication, and running leadership, social, and divorce groups. I use humor and improv to lower defenses, teach social cues, practice interpersonal skills, and approach difficult topics in a playful yet direct way. I support your healing process in creative and fun ways.
Kayla Messinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, NCC, RPT
3 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Waitlist for new clients
Whether I am working with a small child or an adult, I believe that the healing process is a journey of returning home to the authentic self with the therapeutic relationship as a vehicle supporting the process. My name is Kayla and I hope to walk along with you on this path, offering compassion, co-regulation, and some neuroscience education along the way. I believe that when we can lean into the understanding of our own neurobiology and how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors have come to be, we may also begin to explore where we have gotten stuck and how we can have a renewed access to wisdom and assets that our bodies possess.
Whether I am working with a small child or an adult, I believe that the healing process is a journey of returning home to the authentic self with the therapeutic relationship as a vehicle supporting the process. My name is Kayla and I hope to walk along with you on this path, offering compassion, co-regulation, and some neuroscience education along the way. I believe that when we can lean into the understanding of our own neurobiology and how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors have come to be, we may also begin to explore where we have gotten stuck and how we can have a renewed access to wisdom and assets that our bodies possess.
Hi, I'm Betheny. I look forward to meeting and working with you!
People who come to therapy with me are often feeling overwhelmed by their emotions, their past experiences, or the expectations around them. They may be navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, relationship challenges, or stress that has begun to affect their daily lives. Many are teens and adults, including LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals, who are looking for a therapist who provides safety, affirmation, and genuine understanding.
Hi, I'm Betheny. I look forward to meeting and working with you!
People who come to therapy with me are often feeling overwhelmed by their emotions, their past experiences, or the expectations around them. They may be navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, relationship challenges, or stress that has begun to affect their daily lives. Many are teens and adults, including LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals, who are looking for a therapist who provides safety, affirmation, and genuine understanding.
You are not alone. You may feel overwhelmed, lost, or uncertain in today's fast-moving world. Stress, anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, memory challenges, or chronic health concerns can make it hard to feel grounded. You want clarity, calm, and connection - to yourself, your relationships, and what matters most in your life.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ patients of all ages, people with chronic health concerns, pregnant / postpartum individuals, and those navigating ADHD or cognitive challenges.
To schedule, go to my website and click schedule. It’s faster than playing phone tag. :-)
You are not alone. You may feel overwhelmed, lost, or uncertain in today's fast-moving world. Stress, anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, memory challenges, or chronic health concerns can make it hard to feel grounded. You want clarity, calm, and connection - to yourself, your relationships, and what matters most in your life.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ patients of all ages, people with chronic health concerns, pregnant / postpartum individuals, and those navigating ADHD or cognitive challenges.
To schedule, go to my website and click schedule. It’s faster than playing phone tag. :-)
I am a helper. I practice marriage & family therapy, mental health behavioral health counseling & relationship repair as a ministry. I will help you read the texts of your inner and external experiences; and give you the tools to change dysfunctional behaviors, engage in logical and rational thinking, regulate your emotions, and find the scared in the ordinary experiences of life. You are not alone. I will help you.
I am a helper. I practice marriage & family therapy, mental health behavioral health counseling & relationship repair as a ministry. I will help you read the texts of your inner and external experiences; and give you the tools to change dysfunctional behaviors, engage in logical and rational thinking, regulate your emotions, and find the scared in the ordinary experiences of life. You are not alone. I will help you.
Hello and welcome to our practice. We provide a variety of specialty counseling services including Sexual Abuse Recovery, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, LGBTQ services, Anger Management and EMDR. Some, not all of our therapists on staff, take insurance so when you contact us, we will do a short phone screening to assess your needs and financial resources We strive to provide quality counseling while maintaining affordable fees. We have a team of therapists on staff to assist you with your needs.
Hello and welcome to our practice. We provide a variety of specialty counseling services including Sexual Abuse Recovery, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, LGBTQ services, Anger Management and EMDR. Some, not all of our therapists on staff, take insurance so when you contact us, we will do a short phone screening to assess your needs and financial resources We strive to provide quality counseling while maintaining affordable fees. We have a team of therapists on staff to assist you with your needs.
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