LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Carmichael, CA
You have goals that you want to achieve to make your life better. I help people find solutions to manage anger, anxiety, depression, and chaos. I respect your innate ability to heal. I use many practical techniques to teach you to get your life back on track so that you won't need me anymore. I work with couples and other relationships to reduce the intensity of conflict and to reestablish and deepen intimacy through teaching targeted tools that make communication easier. I have found that improving your relationships directly improves your mental health.
You have goals that you want to achieve to make your life better. I help people find solutions to manage anger, anxiety, depression, and chaos. I respect your innate ability to heal. I use many practical techniques to teach you to get your life back on track so that you won't need me anymore. I work with couples and other relationships to reduce the intensity of conflict and to reestablish and deepen intimacy through teaching targeted tools that make communication easier. I have found that improving your relationships directly improves your mental health.
In-person therapy is where it’s at! Have you tried in-person therapy? If yes, then you know the power it can have to help. If no, then I urge you to reach out and schedule - with me or another therapist with an office. Let isolation be over. Being private with things is good, as far as it goes but doesn’t do much to move us out of endless loops or confusing despair. I have no agenda for you but to be well. What can I do to help?
In-person therapy is where it’s at! Have you tried in-person therapy? If yes, then you know the power it can have to help. If no, then I urge you to reach out and schedule - with me or another therapist with an office. Let isolation be over. Being private with things is good, as far as it goes but doesn’t do much to move us out of endless loops or confusing despair. I have no agenda for you but to be well. What can I do to help?
I have focused my clinical work around LGBTQ+ and neurodivergence, transgender teens & their families, life transitions, and LGBTQ+ couples considering open relationship structures.
My passion is to help humans cultivate grounded, emotionally intelligent, abundant lives. My approach is based in acceptance + authentic curiosity + compassion as the foundation of our therapeutic relationship. I lean towards techniques from internal family systems and DBT to create deep personal insight and lasting change.
I have focused my clinical work around LGBTQ+ and neurodivergence, transgender teens & their families, life transitions, and LGBTQ+ couples considering open relationship structures.
My passion is to help humans cultivate grounded, emotionally intelligent, abundant lives. My approach is based in acceptance + authentic curiosity + compassion as the foundation of our therapeutic relationship. I lean towards techniques from internal family systems and DBT to create deep personal insight and lasting change.
I specialize in trauma, grief and loss, and LGBT+ concerns.
I provide counseling for late teens and adults of any age, sexual or gender orientation, race, or culture. I provide a safe space, or a healing ground, where empathy, trust, respect, and acceptance are cornerstones.
I specialize in trauma, grief and loss, and LGBT+ concerns.
I provide counseling for late teens and adults of any age, sexual or gender orientation, race, or culture. I provide a safe space, or a healing ground, where empathy, trust, respect, and acceptance are cornerstones.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD(c), RSW, RSW-C, LCSW, BCD
4 Endorsed
Carmichael, CA 95608
Waitlist for new clients
I believe healing happens in the space between shadow and light. Many of us carry untold stories, unspoken griefs, and fractured parts of self that long to be seen. My work as a therapist is to help you find language for what feels ineffable, to hold paradox without judgment, and to accompany you on the path from pain into possibility. Clients often describe me as both deeply attuned and unafraid to step into hard places with them. I see therapy as a sacred container — one where we can weave together resilience, grief, identity, and hope in ways that honor both your wounds and your wisdom.
I believe healing happens in the space between shadow and light. Many of us carry untold stories, unspoken griefs, and fractured parts of self that long to be seen. My work as a therapist is to help you find language for what feels ineffable, to hold paradox without judgment, and to accompany you on the path from pain into possibility. Clients often describe me as both deeply attuned and unafraid to step into hard places with them. I see therapy as a sacred container — one where we can weave together resilience, grief, identity, and hope in ways that honor both your wounds and your wisdom.
You don’t have to hold it all together here. You're not a failure or worthless, and you're not wrong for feeling like something’s off. This is a space for individuals who feel overwhelmed, numb, empty, or stuck in survival mode, waiting for the next "bad thing" to happen. Especially for those who’ve lived through more “bad things” than they can name, and still find themselves replaying old wounds, even after doing all the “right things” to heal. If you’re caught in cycles of depression, anxiety, burnout, or emotional pain that won’t loosen its grip, you’re not broken—just human—and you’re not alone.
You don’t have to hold it all together here. You're not a failure or worthless, and you're not wrong for feeling like something’s off. This is a space for individuals who feel overwhelmed, numb, empty, or stuck in survival mode, waiting for the next "bad thing" to happen. Especially for those who’ve lived through more “bad things” than they can name, and still find themselves replaying old wounds, even after doing all the “right things” to heal. If you’re caught in cycles of depression, anxiety, burnout, or emotional pain that won’t loosen its grip, you’re not broken—just human—and you’re not alone.
While my skills are suited to helping a wide range of people in varying circumstances, my primary training lies in attachment and developmental trauma therapy. My mission is to help clients of all ages work through their early childhood trauma experiences, which are often a continuation of trauma experienced in earlier family and cultural generations. Cycles of transgenerational trauma are something we have the power to break, and that journey can begin anywhere in life - from early childhood to our elder years. I also specialize in working with people experiencing early symptoms of psychosis.
While my skills are suited to helping a wide range of people in varying circumstances, my primary training lies in attachment and developmental trauma therapy. My mission is to help clients of all ages work through their early childhood trauma experiences, which are often a continuation of trauma experienced in earlier family and cultural generations. Cycles of transgenerational trauma are something we have the power to break, and that journey can begin anywhere in life - from early childhood to our elder years. I also specialize in working with people experiencing early symptoms of psychosis.
Feeling comfortable enough to be your authentic self with someone new can often be a challenge for people starting therapy. That is why providing a safe, nonjudgmental environment where the focus is the therapeutic relationship is so important to me. Collaborating with folks and supporting them in strengthening their sense of self is a process I am passionate about. We can work together to enhance your skills in managing life's stressors, challenges, and transitions. I am here to assist you in your growth as an individual.
Feeling comfortable enough to be your authentic self with someone new can often be a challenge for people starting therapy. That is why providing a safe, nonjudgmental environment where the focus is the therapeutic relationship is so important to me. Collaborating with folks and supporting them in strengthening their sense of self is a process I am passionate about. We can work together to enhance your skills in managing life's stressors, challenges, and transitions. I am here to assist you in your growth as an individual.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, past trauma, parenting, couple or family conflict, contact me, I may be able to help you. I work with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, gay and lesbian.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, past trauma, parenting, couple or family conflict, contact me, I may be able to help you. I work with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, gay and lesbian.
As a therapist specializing in complex trauma, and dissociative disorders, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that addresses the unique needs of each individual. My approach is rooted in a social justice lens, recognizing that the personal and psychological struggles my clients face often intersect with broader systemic issues, such as oppression, discrimination, and inequality.
As a therapist specializing in complex trauma, and dissociative disorders, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that addresses the unique needs of each individual. My approach is rooted in a social justice lens, recognizing that the personal and psychological struggles my clients face often intersect with broader systemic issues, such as oppression, discrimination, and inequality.
My name is Jamie Sepulveda and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sacramento, California. I work with clients statewide via telehealth. My approach to therapy is warm, direct, and encouraging. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and life transitions using elements of multiple evidence-based therapeutic modalities. This is all in service of supporting clients in achieving their therapy goals.
My name is Jamie Sepulveda and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sacramento, California. I work with clients statewide via telehealth. My approach to therapy is warm, direct, and encouraging. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and life transitions using elements of multiple evidence-based therapeutic modalities. This is all in service of supporting clients in achieving their therapy goals.
I welcome diverse individuals and have experience working with GLBTQIA+ youth and adults, immigrant families, and gay and lesbian parents.
Reaching out for help and support takes courage. Finding a therapist you trust and feel comfortable with is the first step to making positive changes in your life. My hope as a therapist is to provide a safe and comfortable space for you to heal from past or present pain, grow with self insight, and ultimately live a more enjoyable and meaningful life. I value and respect the differences in people and use a collaborative and non-judgmental approach when working with people.
I welcome diverse individuals and have experience working with GLBTQIA+ youth and adults, immigrant families, and gay and lesbian parents.
Reaching out for help and support takes courage. Finding a therapist you trust and feel comfortable with is the first step to making positive changes in your life. My hope as a therapist is to provide a safe and comfortable space for you to heal from past or present pain, grow with self insight, and ultimately live a more enjoyable and meaningful life. I value and respect the differences in people and use a collaborative and non-judgmental approach when working with people.
Me and my work are a safe space for LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and any marginalized community.
I am open to working with all demographics. However, I typically work with people on the PTSD spectrum (PTSD, CPTSD, Borderline personality (BPD), and Dissociative disorders). I have extensive experience working with abuse survivors, adult children of emotionally immature parents, narcissistic abuse, complicated grief, and anxiety/OCD.
Me and my work are a safe space for LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and any marginalized community.
I am open to working with all demographics. However, I typically work with people on the PTSD spectrum (PTSD, CPTSD, Borderline personality (BPD), and Dissociative disorders). I have extensive experience working with abuse survivors, adult children of emotionally immature parents, narcissistic abuse, complicated grief, and anxiety/OCD.
I also offer specialized services for the LGBT community, including transgender and nonbinary children, teens and adults.
Thanks for visiting my page. I understand that in these difficult times, many of us are worried, sad, and angry. I get it. The support of friends, family, and a knowledgable, kindred-spirited clinician can make a difference now more than ever. It's time to resist, stay grounded and ensure one's mental and physical well being are well tended, so that we can collectively survive Trump's America. We can't do this alone. Let me support you in life’s journey and help you find meaning, even in the madness. I welcome folks of all ages and life stages, including teens and young adults.
I also offer specialized services for the LGBT community, including transgender and nonbinary children, teens and adults.
Thanks for visiting my page. I understand that in these difficult times, many of us are worried, sad, and angry. I get it. The support of friends, family, and a knowledgable, kindred-spirited clinician can make a difference now more than ever. It's time to resist, stay grounded and ensure one's mental and physical well being are well tended, so that we can collectively survive Trump's America. We can't do this alone. Let me support you in life’s journey and help you find meaning, even in the madness. I welcome folks of all ages and life stages, including teens and young adults.
Do you often find yourself wondering why it’s so hard to just feel okay? Maybe you’re carrying the weight of past experiences, feeling overwhelmed by everyday life, or just tired of masking and pushing through. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or like something is “off”—even if you can’t fully explain why. You’ve tried different tools, maybe even therapy before, but nothing seems to bring lasting relief. Reaching out for help can feel vulnerable, especially when what you truly need is to feel seen, understood, and accepted as you are.
Do you often find yourself wondering why it’s so hard to just feel okay? Maybe you’re carrying the weight of past experiences, feeling overwhelmed by everyday life, or just tired of masking and pushing through. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or like something is “off”—even if you can’t fully explain why. You’ve tried different tools, maybe even therapy before, but nothing seems to bring lasting relief. Reaching out for help can feel vulnerable, especially when what you truly need is to feel seen, understood, and accepted as you are.
My career in the helping professions started in 1997 at a residential program in San Francisco working with adults with substance use issues and co-occurring mental health disorders. This launched a long road of determination to attain a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work in 2008 and then a Master’s in Social Work in 2010. I obtained my Clinical License in 2015. Throughout my educational years and afterward, I worked with many different populations such as children, teens, TAY, former foster youth, homeless youth, adults with mental illness, homeless adults, and those arrested for alcohol and/or drug related offenses.
My career in the helping professions started in 1997 at a residential program in San Francisco working with adults with substance use issues and co-occurring mental health disorders. This launched a long road of determination to attain a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work in 2008 and then a Master’s in Social Work in 2010. I obtained my Clinical License in 2015. Throughout my educational years and afterward, I worked with many different populations such as children, teens, TAY, former foster youth, homeless youth, adults with mental illness, homeless adults, and those arrested for alcohol and/or drug related offenses.
All the thoughts you’ve never said out loud have been weighing you down. You put pressure on yourself to perform perfectly all the time, so much so that you think no one knows who you really are or how you really feel. Yet, you don’t know when it’s safe to let your walls down or let people in because being seen can feel scary and vulnerable. You give so much to others without giving to yourself or getting much in return. You’re willing to put your relationship with yourself first so that you can walk in the world more authentically.
All the thoughts you’ve never said out loud have been weighing you down. You put pressure on yourself to perform perfectly all the time, so much so that you think no one knows who you really are or how you really feel. Yet, you don’t know when it’s safe to let your walls down or let people in because being seen can feel scary and vulnerable. You give so much to others without giving to yourself or getting much in return. You’re willing to put your relationship with yourself first so that you can walk in the world more authentically.
In the beginning, your relationship felt fun, connected and loving, but now there’s distance between you. When you talk, neither of you feel like you’re getting anywhere. There may be some painful experiences that haven’t been healed, and some trust has been eroded. The possibility of enjoying each other again, as partners, lovers and friends, is one you and your partner feel ready to explore. I work with couples to help them learn to communicate more meaningfully and build stronger bonds for a more connected and joyful relationship. I am also certified in Systemic Affair Recovery to help couples heal hurts & betrayals.
In the beginning, your relationship felt fun, connected and loving, but now there’s distance between you. When you talk, neither of you feel like you’re getting anywhere. There may be some painful experiences that haven’t been healed, and some trust has been eroded. The possibility of enjoying each other again, as partners, lovers and friends, is one you and your partner feel ready to explore. I work with couples to help them learn to communicate more meaningfully and build stronger bonds for a more connected and joyful relationship. I am also certified in Systemic Affair Recovery to help couples heal hurts & betrayals.
As a licensed psychotherapist and Buddhist teacher, clients receive compassionate support and encouragement to bring mindfulness and kindness to their problems, issues and life goals. Traditional psychotherapy is complementary to the meditative traditions which emphasize non-judgmental awareness, energy and the cultivation of positive emotions. Stephen graduated from the Professional School of Psychology in 1992. He has had specialized training in Buddhist Psychology, Gestalt, EMDR, Hypnotherapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He teaches core mindfulness skills and meditation in daily life.
As a licensed psychotherapist and Buddhist teacher, clients receive compassionate support and encouragement to bring mindfulness and kindness to their problems, issues and life goals. Traditional psychotherapy is complementary to the meditative traditions which emphasize non-judgmental awareness, energy and the cultivation of positive emotions. Stephen graduated from the Professional School of Psychology in 1992. He has had specialized training in Buddhist Psychology, Gestalt, EMDR, Hypnotherapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He teaches core mindfulness skills and meditation in daily life.
My approach with clients is relational and integrative and utilizes breath work and mindfulness practice, SE and AF-EMDR, and practical cognitive behavioral therapy. These tools help clients process trauma, reduce distress, and achieve their goals effectively within a structured and compassion-based framework. Sessions with me include specific techniques to focus on trauma resolution and achieve therapeutic progress in a time-efficient manner and support individuals in developing coping skills and building resilience, gaining deeper self-awareness.
My approach with clients is relational and integrative and utilizes breath work and mindfulness practice, SE and AF-EMDR, and practical cognitive behavioral therapy. These tools help clients process trauma, reduce distress, and achieve their goals effectively within a structured and compassion-based framework. Sessions with me include specific techniques to focus on trauma resolution and achieve therapeutic progress in a time-efficient manner and support individuals in developing coping skills and building resilience, gaining deeper self-awareness.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.