Lesbian Therapists in Cardiff By The Sea, CA
Therapy for Teen Girls and Women Cathy Sharer LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Cardiff By The Sea, CA 92007
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or unsure of yourself? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I offer a warm, supportive space for tweens, teens, and women navigating anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, relationships, grief, stress, and life transitions. Together, we’ll build practical tools, strengthen confidence, and help you feel more grounded and like yourself again. Taking the first step can feel hard, but reaching out is a step toward feeling better. Let’s connect and see if we’re a good fit.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or unsure of yourself? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I offer a warm, supportive space for tweens, teens, and women navigating anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, relationships, grief, stress, and life transitions. Together, we’ll build practical tools, strengthen confidence, and help you feel more grounded and like yourself again. Taking the first step can feel hard, but reaching out is a step toward feeling better. Let’s connect and see if we’re a good fit.
As a psychologist, I believe that establishing a good working relationship with my client is first and foremost. I will support you to address your concerns, such as relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, work-life balance struggles, anxiety, depression, identity issues, just to name a few. In order to facilitate a meaningful change, my approach is specific to your needs and is based on over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I offer virtual and in-person traditional talk therapy, integrated therapy, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP). We will collaborate together to decide which approach is best.
As a psychologist, I believe that establishing a good working relationship with my client is first and foremost. I will support you to address your concerns, such as relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, work-life balance struggles, anxiety, depression, identity issues, just to name a few. In order to facilitate a meaningful change, my approach is specific to your needs and is based on over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I offer virtual and in-person traditional talk therapy, integrated therapy, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP). We will collaborate together to decide which approach is best.
You didn’t get to where you are by accident—but you still don’t always trust your own judgment. You reach career goals, support others, and look like you’ve got it all together, yet still feel stuck in self-doubt, burnout, or emotional patterns you thought you outgrew. I help high-achieving women untangle the perfectionism that leads to overwhelm, the fear that blocks boundaries, and the relationship struggles that leave them feeling alone—even when they’re not. I have a special interest in helping women who are seeking to turn their adhd into a superpower rather than a saboteur.
You didn’t get to where you are by accident—but you still don’t always trust your own judgment. You reach career goals, support others, and look like you’ve got it all together, yet still feel stuck in self-doubt, burnout, or emotional patterns you thought you outgrew. I help high-achieving women untangle the perfectionism that leads to overwhelm, the fear that blocks boundaries, and the relationship struggles that leave them feeling alone—even when they’re not. I have a special interest in helping women who are seeking to turn their adhd into a superpower rather than a saboteur.
I help adolescents and adults navigate difficulties in their lives. Some of the treatment areas in which I work relate to identity (e.g., LGBTQ+ individuals), anxiety, transitions, values, trauma, and mood. My goal is to create an open and safe environment from which to explore, process, and learn. It is an honor to get to know you and to work collaboratively to address whatever brings you to therapy. I look forward to speaking with you.
I help adolescents and adults navigate difficulties in their lives. Some of the treatment areas in which I work relate to identity (e.g., LGBTQ+ individuals), anxiety, transitions, values, trauma, and mood. My goal is to create an open and safe environment from which to explore, process, and learn. It is an honor to get to know you and to work collaboratively to address whatever brings you to therapy. I look forward to speaking with you.
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Hi, I’m Maren! I’m a sex therapist and trauma specialist passionate about helping people feel connected to themselves and their relationships. I combine sex therapy with trauma therapy using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model to address the root causes of disconnection and help you reclaim intimacy, trust, and joy. I’m also psychedelic-friendly and offer Ketamine-Assisted therapy to deepen healing and foster profound transformation. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Let’s work together to create the connection, growth, and healing you deserve!
Hi, I’m Maren! I’m a sex therapist and trauma specialist passionate about helping people feel connected to themselves and their relationships. I combine sex therapy with trauma therapy using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model to address the root causes of disconnection and help you reclaim intimacy, trust, and joy. I’m also psychedelic-friendly and offer Ketamine-Assisted therapy to deepen healing and foster profound transformation. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Let’s work together to create the connection, growth, and healing you deserve!
I specialize in supporting women who feel stuck in cycles of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and difficulty setting boundaries. Together, we explore the patterns that lead you to prioritize others at the expense of your own needs, while helping you reclaim your voice, build self-trust, and create relationships rooted in authenticity and mutual respect.
I am also deeply committed to working with LGBTQ+ individuals navigating identity, relationships, and the effects of bullying, rejection, or internalized shame. Our work centers on creating a safe, affirming space where your full self is seen, honored, and supported.
I specialize in supporting women who feel stuck in cycles of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and difficulty setting boundaries. Together, we explore the patterns that lead you to prioritize others at the expense of your own needs, while helping you reclaim your voice, build self-trust, and create relationships rooted in authenticity and mutual respect.
I am also deeply committed to working with LGBTQ+ individuals navigating identity, relationships, and the effects of bullying, rejection, or internalized shame. Our work centers on creating a safe, affirming space where your full self is seen, honored, and supported.
Hi, I’m Dr. Lisette, a psychologist who works with adults navigating emotional overwhelm, relationship patterns, and feeling disconnected from themselves, often including high-masking, burnout, ADHD, or exploring late-diagnosed autism.
Starting therapy can feel uncomfortable or even a little awkward, especially if you’re not sure what to expect. I try to make the process feel more human and less clinical.
I’m a direct therapist, which means I’ll share what I’m noticing and offer interpretations, but always in a way that feels collaborative, not overwhelming. Over time, those insights tend to become more accurate as we get to know
Hi, I’m Dr. Lisette, a psychologist who works with adults navigating emotional overwhelm, relationship patterns, and feeling disconnected from themselves, often including high-masking, burnout, ADHD, or exploring late-diagnosed autism.
Starting therapy can feel uncomfortable or even a little awkward, especially if you’re not sure what to expect. I try to make the process feel more human and less clinical.
I’m a direct therapist, which means I’ll share what I’m noticing and offer interpretations, but always in a way that feels collaborative, not overwhelming. Over time, those insights tend to become more accurate as we get to know
You love your child deeply—and still, it’s hard sometimes. Parenting an autistic teen can bring up a whirlwind of emotions: confusion, isolation, grief, guilt, fear, love, pride, protectiveness… and sometimes even burnout or resentment. I've been there, and sometimes it feels like you’re carrying a lot on your shoulders. You're trying to be a safe, supportive parent in a world that isn’t always kind to neurodivergent people while also managing your own inner world. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, process those complex emotions, and reconnect with yourself and your parenting values; you don't have to do this alone!
You love your child deeply—and still, it’s hard sometimes. Parenting an autistic teen can bring up a whirlwind of emotions: confusion, isolation, grief, guilt, fear, love, pride, protectiveness… and sometimes even burnout or resentment. I've been there, and sometimes it feels like you’re carrying a lot on your shoulders. You're trying to be a safe, supportive parent in a world that isn’t always kind to neurodivergent people while also managing your own inner world. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, process those complex emotions, and reconnect with yourself and your parenting values; you don't have to do this alone!
Hi, I'm Cecilia Kim, a Korean American licensed therapist and the founder of Honest Ground Therapy—a space rooted in deep presence, cultural wisdom and real healing. My work is guided by the Korean concept of nunchi (눈치), the subtle art of emotional attunement and relational awareness. Nunchi isn’t just a cultural value for me; it’s a way of being. It shapes how I listen, how I hold space and how I honor each client’s unspoken truth. At Honest Ground Therapy, you won’t find surface level advice or forced positivity. This is a space where you can be fully seen in your complexity where nuance, depth and transformation are honored.
Hi, I'm Cecilia Kim, a Korean American licensed therapist and the founder of Honest Ground Therapy—a space rooted in deep presence, cultural wisdom and real healing. My work is guided by the Korean concept of nunchi (눈치), the subtle art of emotional attunement and relational awareness. Nunchi isn’t just a cultural value for me; it’s a way of being. It shapes how I listen, how I hold space and how I honor each client’s unspoken truth. At Honest Ground Therapy, you won’t find surface level advice or forced positivity. This is a space where you can be fully seen in your complexity where nuance, depth and transformation are honored.
We’re all doing the best we can with what we have to work with. Sometimes we can use some extra tools in our toolbox to support us in managing when life occurrences seem to pile up and we just need a break. Amber has experience in treating a range of symptoms, including those related to PTSD, anxiety and depression.
Amber is an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and consultant, a Gottman Institute Certified Gottman Therapist, and a Certified Sex Therapist. She provides therapy to both the general population and high-profile, public-facing and celebrity clients. Amber is licensed in California, Iowa and Oregon.
We’re all doing the best we can with what we have to work with. Sometimes we can use some extra tools in our toolbox to support us in managing when life occurrences seem to pile up and we just need a break. Amber has experience in treating a range of symptoms, including those related to PTSD, anxiety and depression.
Amber is an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and consultant, a Gottman Institute Certified Gottman Therapist, and a Certified Sex Therapist. She provides therapy to both the general population and high-profile, public-facing and celebrity clients. Amber is licensed in California, Iowa and Oregon.
Sydney Hafer, Balance and Bloom
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Maybe you’re exhausted from fighting with your food, your body, your emotions, or your own mind. Maybe you’ve gotten really good at holding everything together while quietly feeling anything but okay. Or maybe you know something needs to change, but you’re not quite sure how to get there.
I work with teens and adults navigating eating disorders, body image, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, identity, transitions, and the complicated ways these experiences can overlap. I’m especially passionate about helping people who feel disconnected from themselves find their way back to a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.
Maybe you’re exhausted from fighting with your food, your body, your emotions, or your own mind. Maybe you’ve gotten really good at holding everything together while quietly feeling anything but okay. Or maybe you know something needs to change, but you’re not quite sure how to get there.
I work with teens and adults navigating eating disorders, body image, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, identity, transitions, and the complicated ways these experiences can overlap. I’m especially passionate about helping people who feel disconnected from themselves find their way back to a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.
You are intuitive, sensitive and intelligent. How you're perceived doesn’t match up with how you feel about yourself. Maybe you've been trying to live up to others expectations, or societal expectations, of how you "should" be. You feel deeply misunderstood, and carry an inner heaviness because you feel like no one really knows you. Maybe you're not quite sure who you are yet. It's showing as depression, anxiety, loneliness and avoidance. You don't have to keep trying to just be better and figure it out it all out on your own. I'm here to offer support and empower you on your journey towards self love, connection, and peace.
You are intuitive, sensitive and intelligent. How you're perceived doesn’t match up with how you feel about yourself. Maybe you've been trying to live up to others expectations, or societal expectations, of how you "should" be. You feel deeply misunderstood, and carry an inner heaviness because you feel like no one really knows you. Maybe you're not quite sure who you are yet. It's showing as depression, anxiety, loneliness and avoidance. You don't have to keep trying to just be better and figure it out it all out on your own. I'm here to offer support and empower you on your journey towards self love, connection, and peace.
Couples Therapy - Atti Moricelli
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
The couples who find me are rarely struggling because they don't love one another. More often, they've become trapped in a relationship that no longer reflects who they want to be together. They may be successful in every other area of life yet feel defeated at home. I work with couples navigating parenthood, infertility, betrayal, emotional distance, recurring conflict, discernment, conscious uncoupling, and poly/ENM transitions. What unites them is the feeling of being trapped in a relationship pattern they no longer know how to change.
The couples who find me are rarely struggling because they don't love one another. More often, they've become trapped in a relationship that no longer reflects who they want to be together. They may be successful in every other area of life yet feel defeated at home. I work with couples navigating parenthood, infertility, betrayal, emotional distance, recurring conflict, discernment, conscious uncoupling, and poly/ENM transitions. What unites them is the feeling of being trapped in a relationship pattern they no longer know how to change.
With over 30 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, I offer a compassionate and integrative approach to therapy. I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families through life’s transitions and challenges.
With over 30 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, I offer a compassionate and integrative approach to therapy. I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families through life’s transitions and challenges.
From the outside, you have it all together. You are making strides in your career, you have a packed social calendar, and you are the “go-to” person for your friends. But internally, you feel anything but put together. You are stretched too thin and don’t have space in your life to take care of yourself because all of your energy seems to be spent supporting others.
From the outside, you have it all together. You are making strides in your career, you have a packed social calendar, and you are the “go-to” person for your friends. But internally, you feel anything but put together. You are stretched too thin and don’t have space in your life to take care of yourself because all of your energy seems to be spent supporting others.
Welcome! I work with communication issues, trust issues, infidelity, intimacy issues, LGBTQIA+ couples and couples practicing ENM/polyamory. I also work with couples practicing kink/BDSM. I am a queer and neurodivergent therapist, and I have specialized experience working with ADHD and autism in the context of relationships and mixed-neurotype couples. I love to see my couples walking out of my office holding hands, looking at each other with more gratitude, with a new hope for the future. I have a trauma informed approach that helps my couples understand the origins of their thoughts and behavior within the relationship.
Welcome! I work with communication issues, trust issues, infidelity, intimacy issues, LGBTQIA+ couples and couples practicing ENM/polyamory. I also work with couples practicing kink/BDSM. I am a queer and neurodivergent therapist, and I have specialized experience working with ADHD and autism in the context of relationships and mixed-neurotype couples. I love to see my couples walking out of my office holding hands, looking at each other with more gratitude, with a new hope for the future. I have a trauma informed approach that helps my couples understand the origins of their thoughts and behavior within the relationship.
Bianca Dancy
Marriage & Family Therapist, Bianca Dancy, MS, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a queer therapist who works with couples and individuals looking to improve their quality of life, sense of wellbeing, and relationships with themselves and their loved ones. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, or burnout, working to build healthy relationships, accommodating neurodivergence, or navigating relational trauma, I can support you in developing self-awareness and emotional regulation techniques, improving communication and conflict resolution skills, building empathy and emotional intimacy, and challenging negative relationship patterns. I have extensive experience supporting LGBTQIA+ folks.
I am a queer therapist who works with couples and individuals looking to improve their quality of life, sense of wellbeing, and relationships with themselves and their loved ones. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, or burnout, working to build healthy relationships, accommodating neurodivergence, or navigating relational trauma, I can support you in developing self-awareness and emotional regulation techniques, improving communication and conflict resolution skills, building empathy and emotional intimacy, and challenging negative relationship patterns. I have extensive experience supporting LGBTQIA+ folks.
People seek therapy for so many reasons, but mostly we all want to feel understood, supported, safe & connected. We want to feel good enough as we are, yet so many of us struggle to feel this way. Sometimes our lives look very different than we imagined & we need help making sense out of things. We might be feeling numb or disconnected, uncertain or without purpose, or struggling in our relationships. We might be questioning the direction of our lives and/or need to find some hope, meaning or clarity. I'd like to explore these things with you and help you know yourself & your feelings & needs better.
People seek therapy for so many reasons, but mostly we all want to feel understood, supported, safe & connected. We want to feel good enough as we are, yet so many of us struggle to feel this way. Sometimes our lives look very different than we imagined & we need help making sense out of things. We might be feeling numb or disconnected, uncertain or without purpose, or struggling in our relationships. We might be questioning the direction of our lives and/or need to find some hope, meaning or clarity. I'd like to explore these things with you and help you know yourself & your feelings & needs better.
Julie Williams (They/She) is a compassionate, authentic, and experienced Mental Health Clinician that guides clients in gaining greater self-awareness and self-acceptance using Holistic, Transpersonal, and Somatic approaches for individual adults, teens, children, &/or families. Holistic Psychotherapy with Julie is for you if you are looking to learn ways to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or post traumatic stress through the use of mindfulness-based coping skills. Centered on each individual’s unique needs and preferences, Julie weaves together several different therapeutic approaches and psychological theories.
Julie Williams (They/She) is a compassionate, authentic, and experienced Mental Health Clinician that guides clients in gaining greater self-awareness and self-acceptance using Holistic, Transpersonal, and Somatic approaches for individual adults, teens, children, &/or families. Holistic Psychotherapy with Julie is for you if you are looking to learn ways to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or post traumatic stress through the use of mindfulness-based coping skills. Centered on each individual’s unique needs and preferences, Julie weaves together several different therapeutic approaches and psychological theories.
I provide a supportive and compassionate space for people navigating trauma, overwhelming emotions, or difficult life experiences. My work is trauma-informed and grounded in evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and parts work, which help clients better understand themselves, regulate emotions, and develop healthier ways of coping. I believe healing happens through connection, curiosity, and self-compassion. Together, we move at a pace that feels safe and manageable while building practical tools that help clients feel more grounded, confident, and supported in their daily lives.
I provide a supportive and compassionate space for people navigating trauma, overwhelming emotions, or difficult life experiences. My work is trauma-informed and grounded in evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and parts work, which help clients better understand themselves, regulate emotions, and develop healthier ways of coping. I believe healing happens through connection, curiosity, and self-compassion. Together, we move at a pace that feels safe and manageable while building practical tools that help clients feel more grounded, confident, and supported in their daily lives.
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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.