LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Mountain View, CA
Are you tossing and turning in bed, struggling to fall asleep? Are you exhausted, but your brain just will not stop worrying about your day, your ability to sleep, and everything else in the world? Are you constantly checking the clock, and despairing? All you want is a good night of restful sleep.
Are you tossing and turning in bed, struggling to fall asleep? Are you exhausted, but your brain just will not stop worrying about your day, your ability to sleep, and everything else in the world? Are you constantly checking the clock, and despairing? All you want is a good night of restful sleep.
I’m a clinical psychologist and an associate professor of counseling psychology at Santa Clara University, with over a decade of experience providing psychotherapy and psychological assessment services for adult clients in California and New York. My work centers on understanding and using the power of human relationships to heal. If you’re looking for long-lasting, meaningful change, I offer a therapeutic space fully dedicated to exploring your inner world with depth and care. I provide bilingual services in English and Mandarin.
I’m a clinical psychologist and an associate professor of counseling psychology at Santa Clara University, with over a decade of experience providing psychotherapy and psychological assessment services for adult clients in California and New York. My work centers on understanding and using the power of human relationships to heal. If you’re looking for long-lasting, meaningful change, I offer a therapeutic space fully dedicated to exploring your inner world with depth and care. I provide bilingual services in English and Mandarin.
Axis Mundi would like to present Karrin Cheifetz. Karrin is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and is supervised weekly by Natalie Webster LMFT 126065. The supervisor works with Karrin to help develop her clinical skills and ensure that she provides quality care to you as the client. Whether you’re constantly second-guessing yourself, saying yes when you want to say no, trying to get everything right, or finding yourself in the same painful relationship dynamics again and again, I don’t believe your reactions mean something is wrong with you. More often, they’re ways you learned to protect yourself that made sense at the time.
Axis Mundi would like to present Karrin Cheifetz. Karrin is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and is supervised weekly by Natalie Webster LMFT 126065. The supervisor works with Karrin to help develop her clinical skills and ensure that she provides quality care to you as the client. Whether you’re constantly second-guessing yourself, saying yes when you want to say no, trying to get everything right, or finding yourself in the same painful relationship dynamics again and again, I don’t believe your reactions mean something is wrong with you. More often, they’re ways you learned to protect yourself that made sense at the time.
I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals, creatives, and those exploring relationships and identities outside traditional expectations.
In-person Saturday sessions now open in Claremont and limited evening appts via telehealth— perfect if weekday life feels too packed for therapy. I believe therapy is a collaborative process where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change. Many people come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, overwhelmed by life transitions, struggling with relationships, or carrying stress that has become difficult to manage. Therapy is a space to slow down, develop greater self-understanding, explore patterns that may be holding you back, and build new ways of relating.
I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals, creatives, and those exploring relationships and identities outside traditional expectations.
In-person Saturday sessions now open in Claremont and limited evening appts via telehealth— perfect if weekday life feels too packed for therapy. I believe therapy is a collaborative process where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change. Many people come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, overwhelmed by life transitions, struggling with relationships, or carrying stress that has become difficult to manage. Therapy is a space to slow down, develop greater self-understanding, explore patterns that may be holding you back, and build new ways of relating.
I welcome LGBTQ+ clients, people exploring gender, sexuality, or identity, and those in monogamous or consensually non-monogamous relationships.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and complex or acute stress, and work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship concerns and significant responsibilities at home, at work, in academic settings, or in service to others. This includes first responders and professionals in healthcare, mental health, education, public safety, and the justice system. I also welcome creative professionals, college and graduate students, and older adolescents (16+). An earlier career in Human Resources in Silicon Valley gives me firsthand perspective on workplace dynamics, leadership, and organizational stress.
I welcome LGBTQ+ clients, people exploring gender, sexuality, or identity, and those in monogamous or consensually non-monogamous relationships.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and complex or acute stress, and work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship concerns and significant responsibilities at home, at work, in academic settings, or in service to others. This includes first responders and professionals in healthcare, mental health, education, public safety, and the justice system. I also welcome creative professionals, college and graduate students, and older adolescents (16+). An earlier career in Human Resources in Silicon Valley gives me firsthand perspective on workplace dynamics, leadership, and organizational stress.
I work with folks from all walks of life—you don't need to identify as LGBTQIA+ to work with me.
Healing isn't "one-size-fits-all." My toolkit includes EMDR, ART, Brainspotting, IFS, TIST, CBT, DBT, plus specialized training in youth mental health & parenting. We blend fast-acting brain-based healing with compassionate parts-work so you don't have to fit into a rigid box. We'll pace our work to your nervous system without overwhelming you.
I work with folks from all walks of life—you don't need to identify as LGBTQIA+ to work with me.
Healing isn't "one-size-fits-all." My toolkit includes EMDR, ART, Brainspotting, IFS, TIST, CBT, DBT, plus specialized training in youth mental health & parenting. We blend fast-acting brain-based healing with compassionate parts-work so you don't have to fit into a rigid box. We'll pace our work to your nervous system without overwhelming you.
Seeking therapy is an act of courage. If you're reading this, welcome! Starting your healing journey by looking for the right-fit therapist is a great beginning, and I invite you to check out my website to get to know me and see if my approach is right for you. I offer individual therapy to adults and teenagers, and I serve immigrant, BIPOC and LGBTQAI2+ communities. Through my work I often support folks who struggle with stress and burnout, body image issues, boundaries, shame/guilt, and recovery from trauma and PTSD. I work best with folks who are ready for change, and who want to engage with the work of healing through therapy.
Seeking therapy is an act of courage. If you're reading this, welcome! Starting your healing journey by looking for the right-fit therapist is a great beginning, and I invite you to check out my website to get to know me and see if my approach is right for you. I offer individual therapy to adults and teenagers, and I serve immigrant, BIPOC and LGBTQAI2+ communities. Through my work I often support folks who struggle with stress and burnout, body image issues, boundaries, shame/guilt, and recovery from trauma and PTSD. I work best with folks who are ready for change, and who want to engage with the work of healing through therapy.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by the weight of their experiences, whether they are struggling with past trauma, grappling with the effects of societal pressures, or seeking to understand and embrace their cultural and/or sexual identity. They may feel isolated, confused, or stuck in patterns that prevent them from living the life they desire. Their goals are often to feel more in control of their emotions, build healthier relationships, and achieve a greater sense of self-acceptance and empowerment.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by the weight of their experiences, whether they are struggling with past trauma, grappling with the effects of societal pressures, or seeking to understand and embrace their cultural and/or sexual identity. They may feel isolated, confused, or stuck in patterns that prevent them from living the life they desire. Their goals are often to feel more in control of their emotions, build healthier relationships, and achieve a greater sense of self-acceptance and empowerment.
I offer psychotherapy that is relational, depth-oriented, trauma-informed, and LGBTQIA+/Neurodiversity-affirming.
Wherever you find yourself right now, I am here to support you in your journey to connect with yourself or others, gain understanding, experience relief, and, ultimately, build a more satisfying life. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or feelings of being stuck, therapy presents an opportunity to shift your experience and grow your capacity for change. Effective therapy produces relief from suffering, but not only that: it also makes way for a new sense of freedom to emerge, rendering once unthinkable choices or ways of being in the world newly within reach.
I offer psychotherapy that is relational, depth-oriented, trauma-informed, and LGBTQIA+/Neurodiversity-affirming.
Wherever you find yourself right now, I am here to support you in your journey to connect with yourself or others, gain understanding, experience relief, and, ultimately, build a more satisfying life. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or feelings of being stuck, therapy presents an opportunity to shift your experience and grow your capacity for change. Effective therapy produces relief from suffering, but not only that: it also makes way for a new sense of freedom to emerge, rendering once unthinkable choices or ways of being in the world newly within reach.
I also have a sliding scale for POC, queer folx, students, and seniors on limited fixed incomes.
You want to reignite connection and passion with your partner. The distance between you seems vast and has been there for so long that you don't know how to bridge it anymore. The love between the two of you used to be strong but you don't know how to bring it back. You know you both played a role in creating the distance. You want to fix it but you aren't sure about your partner. You'd like to try therapy but you need someone sharp enough to keep up with you.
I also have a sliding scale for POC, queer folx, students, and seniors on limited fixed incomes.
You want to reignite connection and passion with your partner. The distance between you seems vast and has been there for so long that you don't know how to bridge it anymore. The love between the two of you used to be strong but you don't know how to bring it back. You know you both played a role in creating the distance. You want to fix it but you aren't sure about your partner. You'd like to try therapy but you need someone sharp enough to keep up with you.
I am a licensed psychologist with 20+ years of experience in diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. I am also an Adjunct Professor at Stanford Department of Psychiatry where I train and supervise Forensic Psychiatry Fellows.
In my practice, I offer comprehensive evaluation options to help you understand your or your loved ones' strengths, challenges, and their root causes. My assessments provide a "full picture" understanding of the individual and deliver individualized, strength-based recommendations designed for real-world application.
I am a licensed psychologist with 20+ years of experience in diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. I am also an Adjunct Professor at Stanford Department of Psychiatry where I train and supervise Forensic Psychiatry Fellows.
In my practice, I offer comprehensive evaluation options to help you understand your or your loved ones' strengths, challenges, and their root causes. My assessments provide a "full picture" understanding of the individual and deliver individualized, strength-based recommendations designed for real-world application.
Couples are my primary focus - therapy and couples intensives. Same fight, over and over? One of you gets angry, the other shuts down, nothing gets resolved, and you both feel more alone than before. The love is still there, buried under hurt, distance, and fear things may never change. Lasting change is possible. Drawing on EFT, PACT, NVC, and Gottman principles, I help couples slow down, get beneath the surface, and understand what's driving the cycle — then build safety that turns rupture into repair. Through attachment-based work and nervous system regulation, we restore deep trust, so you become each other's secure base.
Couples are my primary focus - therapy and couples intensives. Same fight, over and over? One of you gets angry, the other shuts down, nothing gets resolved, and you both feel more alone than before. The love is still there, buried under hurt, distance, and fear things may never change. Lasting change is possible. Drawing on EFT, PACT, NVC, and Gottman principles, I help couples slow down, get beneath the surface, and understand what's driving the cycle — then build safety that turns rupture into repair. Through attachment-based work and nervous system regulation, we restore deep trust, so you become each other's secure base.
Out-of-the-box thinkers and processors, creatives (or creatively curious), neurodivergent, Highly Sensitive People, and LGBTQIA+ are welcome!
I offer adult ADHD and Autism assessments as well as ongoing therapeutic support. We work on sensory sensitivities, nervous system regulation, improving relationships with themselves and others, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, overwhelm, dissociation, chronic pain, and fatigue.
Out-of-the-box thinkers and processors, creatives (or creatively curious), neurodivergent, Highly Sensitive People, and LGBTQIA+ are welcome!
I offer adult ADHD and Autism assessments as well as ongoing therapeutic support. We work on sensory sensitivities, nervous system regulation, improving relationships with themselves and others, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, overwhelm, dissociation, chronic pain, and fatigue.
Are you stuck? Ready for a breakthrough so you can move forward?
You are done with the BS involved with staying stuck and are ready to work hard on yourself and your relationships in a safe container with someone who cares about you and your humanity.
There's no magical cure to therapy, no hot modality that is going to be better than the others or get you to the changes. It's work. We examine the structures that are harming you and the choices within that to create change. We grieve what cannot be changed.
Are you stuck? Ready for a breakthrough so you can move forward?
You are done with the BS involved with staying stuck and are ready to work hard on yourself and your relationships in a safe container with someone who cares about you and your humanity.
There's no magical cure to therapy, no hot modality that is going to be better than the others or get you to the changes. It's work. We examine the structures that are harming you and the choices within that to create change. We grieve what cannot be changed.
Do you find yourself acting from a place that’s not you? Are you tired of repeating the same patterns, but don’t know how to change? Are you struggling to end a relationship, adjust your current one, or wanting to grow the relationship with yourself? These are some of the things I engage with. I also work with those struggling with general stress and overwhelm, sexuality, self-harm, communication and boundaries, life-transitions and endings, eating disorders and addiction struggles, and family dynamics and conflict. I hold space relationally with my clients, am psychoanalytically minded, and utilize a somatic approach in therapy.
Do you find yourself acting from a place that’s not you? Are you tired of repeating the same patterns, but don’t know how to change? Are you struggling to end a relationship, adjust your current one, or wanting to grow the relationship with yourself? These are some of the things I engage with. I also work with those struggling with general stress and overwhelm, sexuality, self-harm, communication and boundaries, life-transitions and endings, eating disorders and addiction struggles, and family dynamics and conflict. I hold space relationally with my clients, am psychoanalytically minded, and utilize a somatic approach in therapy.
Welcome. I help people feel better by addressing the concerns that bring them to therapy. I strive to listen carefully and offer a space to explore what’s on your mind and help you gain greater clarity on yourself and your life. I often work with people to relieve emotional distress, deepen their connection to their feelings, process difficult experiences, gain insight into recurring challenges, and to foster a greater sense of self-alignment and vitality.
Welcome. I help people feel better by addressing the concerns that bring them to therapy. I strive to listen carefully and offer a space to explore what’s on your mind and help you gain greater clarity on yourself and your life. I often work with people to relieve emotional distress, deepen their connection to their feelings, process difficult experiences, gain insight into recurring challenges, and to foster a greater sense of self-alignment and vitality.
You've been thinking about this for some time. It's tiring to wear a brave face and pretend everything is fine all day. And being trapped in your own thoughts too, listening to that critical voice belittle you for not being good enough. Not to mention, finding a good therapist is A LOT of work, because you're looking for someone who will listen, but won't JUST sit there and listen. It could be panic attacks, a traumatic event, or to simply get out of bed AND feel good about yourself and the day ahead. There are endless valid reasons to begin therapy. I can assure you that whatever is troubling you, you don't have to wait. It's time.
You've been thinking about this for some time. It's tiring to wear a brave face and pretend everything is fine all day. And being trapped in your own thoughts too, listening to that critical voice belittle you for not being good enough. Not to mention, finding a good therapist is A LOT of work, because you're looking for someone who will listen, but won't JUST sit there and listen. It could be panic attacks, a traumatic event, or to simply get out of bed AND feel good about yourself and the day ahead. There are endless valid reasons to begin therapy. I can assure you that whatever is troubling you, you don't have to wait. It's time.
There comes a point for many of us when we realize that we don’t want to face our problems alone. We are human after all, and a part of what defines that humanity is our need for each other. Maybe it’s difficult for you to acknowledge this desire. You may be afraid to let people in and get close. You might tend to give more than you get back. Sometimes you might not even know what is that you're needing. Maybe you find yourself stuck in the same patterns you thought you had broken. You might feel self-critical. You may be marginalized and feel unseen and unheard. Feelings of hopelessness, grief, and anxiety might overwhelm you.
There comes a point for many of us when we realize that we don’t want to face our problems alone. We are human after all, and a part of what defines that humanity is our need for each other. Maybe it’s difficult for you to acknowledge this desire. You may be afraid to let people in and get close. You might tend to give more than you get back. Sometimes you might not even know what is that you're needing. Maybe you find yourself stuck in the same patterns you thought you had broken. You might feel self-critical. You may be marginalized and feel unseen and unheard. Feelings of hopelessness, grief, and anxiety might overwhelm you.
I identify as a queer, mixed race Korean / European, neurodivergent, adopted, millennial, cisgender woman.
Sometimes therapy can feel too formal.
Let us be human in a world that forgets that we are. I'm here to support you, validate your experience, and at the same time, challenge beliefs to promote understanding, accountability, and growth. Whether you're grieving a loss, processing your trauma, opening up about intimacy, experiencing remorse, or breaking relational cycles, you deserve to be cared for, treated with kindness, empathy, and respect. You are multifaceted and unique. I want to make sure your therapy experience reflects that. Connection is valued above all else in my practice.
I identify as a queer, mixed race Korean / European, neurodivergent, adopted, millennial, cisgender woman.
Sometimes therapy can feel too formal.
Let us be human in a world that forgets that we are. I'm here to support you, validate your experience, and at the same time, challenge beliefs to promote understanding, accountability, and growth. Whether you're grieving a loss, processing your trauma, opening up about intimacy, experiencing remorse, or breaking relational cycles, you deserve to be cared for, treated with kindness, empathy, and respect. You are multifaceted and unique. I want to make sure your therapy experience reflects that. Connection is valued above all else in my practice.
Hi, I’m Sam and I’m so glad you’re here.
In a world full of noise, constant demands, and emotional overload, it’s easy to feel disconnected or out of control. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, reflect, and begin the process of healing. As a trauma-informed and person-centered therapist, I specialize in trauma therapy, anxiety treatment, and OCD. I work with individuals who are navigating religious trauma, sexual trauma, childhood trauma, and more. I see clients virtually across California. I am also a Clinical Supervisor and welcome supervisees reaching out.
Hi, I’m Sam and I’m so glad you’re here.
In a world full of noise, constant demands, and emotional overload, it’s easy to feel disconnected or out of control. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, reflect, and begin the process of healing. As a trauma-informed and person-centered therapist, I specialize in trauma therapy, anxiety treatment, and OCD. I work with individuals who are navigating religious trauma, sexual trauma, childhood trauma, and more. I see clients virtually across California. I am also a Clinical Supervisor and welcome supervisees reaching out.
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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.