Lesbian Therapists in Cardiff, CA
I am accepting new clients for in person therapy!
Are you feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself? Do you struggle to identify and express your emotions, leaving you feeling alone, isolated, or hopeless? You may be longing for love, acceptance, and meaningful connection but feel unsure how to take the first step. My ideal clients are women navigating depression, anxiety, identity development, and life transitions. I am especially passionate about working with members of the LGBTQ+ community and providing affirming, inclusive care.
I am accepting new clients for in person therapy!
Are you feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself? Do you struggle to identify and express your emotions, leaving you feeling alone, isolated, or hopeless? You may be longing for love, acceptance, and meaningful connection but feel unsure how to take the first step. My ideal clients are women navigating depression, anxiety, identity development, and life transitions. I am especially passionate about working with members of the LGBTQ+ community and providing affirming, inclusive care.
As a Peruvian-American queer psychologist based in San Diego, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of their emotional world. I specialize in supporting patients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or struggle to regulate their emotions, including those living with ADHD, depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders.
I create therapeutic spaces that foster safety, belonging, and curiosity; where patients feel seen and heard. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of identity, power, and privilege, and I take pride in offering neurodiverse-inclusive and queer-affirming care.
As a Peruvian-American queer psychologist based in San Diego, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of their emotional world. I specialize in supporting patients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or struggle to regulate their emotions, including those living with ADHD, depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders.
I create therapeutic spaces that foster safety, belonging, and curiosity; where patients feel seen and heard. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of identity, power, and privilege, and I take pride in offering neurodiverse-inclusive and queer-affirming care.
Accepting new clients! I provide a safe, confidential space for individuals, couples, and families navigating stress and life transitions such as finishing school and starting college. Challenges at work, school, or home can impact overall happiness-and you don’t have to face them alone. Together, we will piece together your needs and your child’s needs to create a clear plan for success. With over 20 years as an educator and therapist in schools, I specialize in connecting with teens, and young adults and offering practical skills you can use right away to help your family thrive.
Accepting new clients! I provide a safe, confidential space for individuals, couples, and families navigating stress and life transitions such as finishing school and starting college. Challenges at work, school, or home can impact overall happiness-and you don’t have to face them alone. Together, we will piece together your needs and your child’s needs to create a clear plan for success. With over 20 years as an educator and therapist in schools, I specialize in connecting with teens, and young adults and offering practical skills you can use right away to help your family thrive.
Are you having trouble with your relationships, feeling stuck in your life, depressed, not having a purpose, suffering, or having problematic patterns you continue to repeat in your life? These are some of the issues that bring people to wanting psychotherapy. My style is warm, supportive, and interactive, with a focus on empathy, authenticity, and openness. I enjoy helping individuals, couples, teens, and young women who want to achieve a more satisfying, and productive life, while learning new skills. I will be a constant and loyal witness to your growth, happiness and self realization.
Are you having trouble with your relationships, feeling stuck in your life, depressed, not having a purpose, suffering, or having problematic patterns you continue to repeat in your life? These are some of the issues that bring people to wanting psychotherapy. My style is warm, supportive, and interactive, with a focus on empathy, authenticity, and openness. I enjoy helping individuals, couples, teens, and young women who want to achieve a more satisfying, and productive life, while learning new skills. I will be a constant and loyal witness to your growth, happiness and self realization.
Do you feel out of sorts, weighed down, stressed by everyday life or by some specific issues that you don't seem to be able to resolve? I can help you identify what is getting in your way and preventing you from fulfilling your aspirations and reaching your goals. I'll help you focus on the alterations needed so your life becomes happy, serene and exciting. It is often how we think that prevents us from finding solutions. Talking things out with an empathic other helps, and friends do. But they often project themselves into your situation and give you advice from THEIR perspective . A good therapist sees things through YOUR eyes.
Do you feel out of sorts, weighed down, stressed by everyday life or by some specific issues that you don't seem to be able to resolve? I can help you identify what is getting in your way and preventing you from fulfilling your aspirations and reaching your goals. I'll help you focus on the alterations needed so your life becomes happy, serene and exciting. It is often how we think that prevents us from finding solutions. Talking things out with an empathic other helps, and friends do. But they often project themselves into your situation and give you advice from THEIR perspective . A good therapist sees things through YOUR eyes.
Life is relationship. Most people come to therapy because something in their relationships no longer feels the way they want it to. You may feel misunderstood by your partner, disconnected from your family, overwhelmed by work, or simply alone. You may long for more harmony, greater peace, or a deeper sense of connection. Whatever brings you here, you don't have to work through it alone. Together, we can explore what's getting in the way and help you move toward a life that feels more satisfying, connected, and true to who you are.
Life is relationship. Most people come to therapy because something in their relationships no longer feels the way they want it to. You may feel misunderstood by your partner, disconnected from your family, overwhelmed by work, or simply alone. You may long for more harmony, greater peace, or a deeper sense of connection. Whatever brings you here, you don't have to work through it alone. Together, we can explore what's getting in the way and help you move toward a life that feels more satisfying, connected, and true to who you are.
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Welcome! I am thrilled that you are considering therapy. Therapy is for anyone who is seeking personal growth, resilience for past or current trauma, suffering, and other difficult emotions, and support during the hard bits of life and living. Some of my clients have diagnoses of mood disorders, but most are simply trying to navigate life's challenges. I have particular expertise in working with grief, caregiving, self-identity, and enduring relational themes. Therapy helps my clients feel like they have a partner in their self-work and someone who is always rooting for them.
Welcome! I am thrilled that you are considering therapy. Therapy is for anyone who is seeking personal growth, resilience for past or current trauma, suffering, and other difficult emotions, and support during the hard bits of life and living. Some of my clients have diagnoses of mood disorders, but most are simply trying to navigate life's challenges. I have particular expertise in working with grief, caregiving, self-identity, and enduring relational themes. Therapy helps my clients feel like they have a partner in their self-work and someone who is always rooting for them.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from others, stuck in unhelpful thoughts, and constantly weighed down from trying to manage your life? Are you repeating arguments and negative patterns in your relationships? Do you often feel like your past is still following you today, impacting how you relate to others? It's completely normal to feel stuck sometimes, and you're not alone. Balancing relationships, career, family, and personal happiness can be overwhelming, especially in today's world. But you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from others, stuck in unhelpful thoughts, and constantly weighed down from trying to manage your life? Are you repeating arguments and negative patterns in your relationships? Do you often feel like your past is still following you today, impacting how you relate to others? It's completely normal to feel stuck sometimes, and you're not alone. Balancing relationships, career, family, and personal happiness can be overwhelming, especially in today's world. But you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.
Morning sessions 6 am-12 pm. LGBTQ+, EMDR certified, trauma, Religious trauma, neurodivergent, gender dysphoria, depression, anxiety in California, Oregon, and Wisconsin. I’m a queer, non-binary therapist who loves helping people recover from painful experiences, deal with life stress, and take control of their lives. We will take steps together to help you move toward your ideal self by focusing on your healing, goals, dreams, passions. Therapy is personal and beautiful and can bring up difficult feelings. We will work to help you feel safe and develop skills to deal with these intense emotions. I take insurance and do superbills.
Morning sessions 6 am-12 pm. LGBTQ+, EMDR certified, trauma, Religious trauma, neurodivergent, gender dysphoria, depression, anxiety in California, Oregon, and Wisconsin. I’m a queer, non-binary therapist who loves helping people recover from painful experiences, deal with life stress, and take control of their lives. We will take steps together to help you move toward your ideal self by focusing on your healing, goals, dreams, passions. Therapy is personal and beautiful and can bring up difficult feelings. We will work to help you feel safe and develop skills to deal with these intense emotions. I take insurance and do superbills.
I’m passionate about working with children and young adults, especially those who are queer, neurodivergent, and/or Asian American. I have had the opportunity to work with neurodivergent children aged 5+, as well as those with emotional regulation challenges. I strongly believe that our kids are yearning to be heard, loved, and accepted as they are, especially in our fast-paced society that tends to place unrealistic expectations and demands on their developing minds. My clinical practice is thus guided by the phrase “meet them where they are, and not from where we want them to be”.
I’m passionate about working with children and young adults, especially those who are queer, neurodivergent, and/or Asian American. I have had the opportunity to work with neurodivergent children aged 5+, as well as those with emotional regulation challenges. I strongly believe that our kids are yearning to be heard, loved, and accepted as they are, especially in our fast-paced society that tends to place unrealistic expectations and demands on their developing minds. My clinical practice is thus guided by the phrase “meet them where they are, and not from where we want them to be”.
My name is Ezak and my pronouns are they, them, theirs. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Gender Specialist at Magic Within Therapy. I show up as a queer, nonbinary, Puerto Rican/Mexican therapist who leads with humor, heart, and a deep commitment to justice. In our work together, we’ll name the bullshit (capitalism, patriarchy, white supremacy, transphobia… all of it), while also making space for softness, laughter, and the magic of being fully yourself.
My name is Ezak and my pronouns are they, them, theirs. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Gender Specialist at Magic Within Therapy. I show up as a queer, nonbinary, Puerto Rican/Mexican therapist who leads with humor, heart, and a deep commitment to justice. In our work together, we’ll name the bullshit (capitalism, patriarchy, white supremacy, transphobia… all of it), while also making space for softness, laughter, and the magic of being fully yourself.
You deserve support through life’s challenges and the chance to thrive. When life doesn’t go as planned, it can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, safe space where you are heard and valued. Together, we’ll create a personalized path to healing, whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, or trauma. Using evidence-based techniques and mindfulness within a culturally supportive framework, I’ll help you shift your relationship with difficult emotions and increase your confidence. You deserve a fulfilling life, and I’m here to collaborate and support you in creating lasting, meaningful change.
You deserve support through life’s challenges and the chance to thrive. When life doesn’t go as planned, it can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, safe space where you are heard and valued. Together, we’ll create a personalized path to healing, whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, or trauma. Using evidence-based techniques and mindfulness within a culturally supportive framework, I’ll help you shift your relationship with difficult emotions and increase your confidence. You deserve a fulfilling life, and I’m here to collaborate and support you in creating lasting, meaningful change.
Julia Malone | CA, AZ, VA Couple & EMDR
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
14 Endorsed
Oceanside, CA 92054
That feeling when the pressure builds and you've been doing it ALL for too long. The anxiety and overwhelm just feel too much and you're looking for a place to unpack some painful memories from the past. As you've gotten older, navigated relationships, or have had children of your own, you have really been struggling to feel confident and find clarity in navigating life's challenges. I'm Julia and I help adults work through generational (complex) trauma alleviate their anxiety, change patterns of perfectionism, people pleasing, and codependency and connect deeply with themselves and those they love.
That feeling when the pressure builds and you've been doing it ALL for too long. The anxiety and overwhelm just feel too much and you're looking for a place to unpack some painful memories from the past. As you've gotten older, navigated relationships, or have had children of your own, you have really been struggling to feel confident and find clarity in navigating life's challenges. I'm Julia and I help adults work through generational (complex) trauma alleviate their anxiety, change patterns of perfectionism, people pleasing, and codependency and connect deeply with themselves and those they love.
We offer telehealth and in-person therapy for queer and gender-diverse, kinky, nonmonogamous, and neurodiverse folks across California. While these aren’t the only topics we explore, they are areas where we bring deep, lived-experience expertise. That means you don’t have to explain your identity, define your terms, or worry about judgment. We’re here to see you as you are, support you in reaching your goals, and celebrate every step along the way.
We offer telehealth and in-person therapy for queer and gender-diverse, kinky, nonmonogamous, and neurodiverse folks across California. While these aren’t the only topics we explore, they are areas where we bring deep, lived-experience expertise. That means you don’t have to explain your identity, define your terms, or worry about judgment. We’re here to see you as you are, support you in reaching your goals, and celebrate every step along the way.
I help people who feel stuck — in their careers, in their relationships, or just in life — find more clarity, connection, and joy. Many people I work with are successful on the outside but feel exhausted on the inside. They might be struggling with workaholism, feeling 'blah' about their relationships, dealing with the impact of trauma, or learning how to finally set boundaries that stick. They come to me feeling frustrated with talking about the same things over and over again but not feeling any better.
I help people who feel stuck — in their careers, in their relationships, or just in life — find more clarity, connection, and joy. Many people I work with are successful on the outside but feel exhausted on the inside. They might be struggling with workaholism, feeling 'blah' about their relationships, dealing with the impact of trauma, or learning how to finally set boundaries that stick. They come to me feeling frustrated with talking about the same things over and over again but not feeling any better.
Are you exhausted from carrying so much on your own? Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or struggling to find your way through anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, depression, or a major life transition. You don't have to navigate it alone. Therapy offers a space to set down what you've been carrying and come up for air. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel genuinely heard and supported.
Are you exhausted from carrying so much on your own? Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or struggling to find your way through anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, depression, or a major life transition. You don't have to navigate it alone. Therapy offers a space to set down what you've been carrying and come up for air. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel genuinely heard and supported.
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.
Are you experiencing low self-esteem, anxiety, feeling stuck in a dark place of depression or addiction? Maybe you are experiencing challenges with feeling too needy in relationships or having difficulty connecting emotionally. Perhaps, you are wanting to be more assertive, have less stress in social situations, and have more confidence at work. Past experiences can strongly influence the way you feel about yourself and the world. Past events can be anything from experiencing emotional/physical/sexual abuse, bullying, emotional neglect, experiencing racial trauma, or not feeling accepted for being LGBTQ+.
Are you experiencing low self-esteem, anxiety, feeling stuck in a dark place of depression or addiction? Maybe you are experiencing challenges with feeling too needy in relationships or having difficulty connecting emotionally. Perhaps, you are wanting to be more assertive, have less stress in social situations, and have more confidence at work. Past experiences can strongly influence the way you feel about yourself and the world. Past events can be anything from experiencing emotional/physical/sexual abuse, bullying, emotional neglect, experiencing racial trauma, or not feeling accepted for being LGBTQ+.
Lauren is a Trans Male therapist who treats adults, couples, families, and adolescents, and is especially passionate in providing resources and care to the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. He works with various clients, and while trained in a range of treatment types, he strives to tailor her therapeutic approach to each person and their unique, individual needs.
Some of his specialties include working with ADHD, Autism Spectrum, OCD, collaborative care for complex health conditions and PTSD. He also works well with domestic violence survivors and those looking to take back their power and find ways to use their voice.
Lauren is a Trans Male therapist who treats adults, couples, families, and adolescents, and is especially passionate in providing resources and care to the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. He works with various clients, and while trained in a range of treatment types, he strives to tailor her therapeutic approach to each person and their unique, individual needs.
Some of his specialties include working with ADHD, Autism Spectrum, OCD, collaborative care for complex health conditions and PTSD. He also works well with domestic violence survivors and those looking to take back their power and find ways to use their voice.
It takes courage to take that first step and make an appointment. When we are feeling like we are alone with our challenges, the bravest thing we can do is take a chance on someone. When we meet I am already aware that you have done one of the most courageous things towards your own care that you can do. I offer a safe space and work with your timeline. "Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen." ~ Brene Brown.
It takes courage to take that first step and make an appointment. When we are feeling like we are alone with our challenges, the bravest thing we can do is take a chance on someone. When we meet I am already aware that you have done one of the most courageous things towards your own care that you can do. I offer a safe space and work with your timeline. "Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen." ~ Brene Brown.
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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.