LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Palm Springs, CA
Whether you’re LGBTQ+, navigating ADHD—or both—you’ve been holding yourself together for years, trying to “fit” in a world that wasn’t built with you in mind.
It can be difficult to define who you are, but it’s vital to your happiness. I provide a warm and welcoming setting where you can freely express your aspirations and concerns without fear of judgment. From the safety and comfort of your own home, I’ll meet with you virtually to address the issues holding you back from becoming the person you want to be.
Whether you’re LGBTQ+, navigating ADHD—or both—you’ve been holding yourself together for years, trying to “fit” in a world that wasn’t built with you in mind.
It can be difficult to define who you are, but it’s vital to your happiness. I provide a warm and welcoming setting where you can freely express your aspirations and concerns without fear of judgment. From the safety and comfort of your own home, I’ll meet with you virtually to address the issues holding you back from becoming the person you want to be.
Hi there! If you’re here, you’re queer—welcome! I’m Mark-Jeremy Trybulski, and if you’re looking for someone who gets it, you’ve found the right gay. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC53284) in Palm Springs, CA, I specialize in supporting queer individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, addiction, and LGBTQ+ experiences. Through evidence-based therapies like CBT and Psychodynamic, blended with life coaching, we’ll foster growth, balance, and authenticity. Together, we’ll celebrate you and create a fulfilling, affirming path forward.
Hi there! If you’re here, you’re queer—welcome! I’m Mark-Jeremy Trybulski, and if you’re looking for someone who gets it, you’ve found the right gay. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC53284) in Palm Springs, CA, I specialize in supporting queer individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, addiction, and LGBTQ+ experiences. Through evidence-based therapies like CBT and Psychodynamic, blended with life coaching, we’ll foster growth, balance, and authenticity. Together, we’ll celebrate you and create a fulfilling, affirming path forward.
I specialize in LGBTQ+ clients but I'm open to all.
I specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, grief, self-esteem, family of origin issues, coming out, relationship challenges, and other obstacles to living your best life.
I specialize in LGBTQ+ clients but I'm open to all.
I specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, grief, self-esteem, family of origin issues, coming out, relationship challenges, and other obstacles to living your best life.
I offer help with: Depression, addiction issues, anxiety, relationship issues, illness, grief, hiv, gay/ lesbian issues, aging, career issues, boundary setting and communication skills.
When you come in for therapy, I would want to understand what you want and why, you needs and goals.
The ultimate goal in therapy is to heal the issues that keep you from achieving your personal happiness or be able to better function in life .
Together, we work to heal or work thru the current or past issues that is affecting your life. What are you trying to achieve for yourself moving forward? Are you having relationship issues? Is change in life affecting you?
It is important that you can express yourself, your wants and needs.
By creating a safe, understanding and non-judgemental environment.
I offer help with: Depression, addiction issues, anxiety, relationship issues, illness, grief, hiv, gay/ lesbian issues, aging, career issues, boundary setting and communication skills.
When you come in for therapy, I would want to understand what you want and why, you needs and goals.
The ultimate goal in therapy is to heal the issues that keep you from achieving your personal happiness or be able to better function in life .
Together, we work to heal or work thru the current or past issues that is affecting your life. What are you trying to achieve for yourself moving forward? Are you having relationship issues? Is change in life affecting you?
It is important that you can express yourself, your wants and needs.
By creating a safe, understanding and non-judgemental environment.
As a queer man of color, I deeply understand how identity, inclusion, and lived experience affect your mental health — especially if you're part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I offer collaborative, affirming in person and virtual therapy, where you can show up fully and move toward the life you want—at your pace, on your terms. Some prefer weekly sessions, others check in periodically. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. I meet clients where they are, using techniques tailored to your unique needs.
As a queer man of color, I deeply understand how identity, inclusion, and lived experience affect your mental health — especially if you're part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I offer collaborative, affirming in person and virtual therapy, where you can show up fully and move toward the life you want—at your pace, on your terms. Some prefer weekly sessions, others check in periodically. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. I meet clients where they are, using techniques tailored to your unique needs.
I offer a safe, culturally sensitive space that is sex-positive and LGBTQ+ Affirmative.
Certified EFT Therapist (EFIT/EFCT). I support all relationships to others and self with special focus on complicated attachment issues (Addiction, Betrayal). We'll navigate your path to Open, Poly, Consensual Non-Monogamy. I'll help you identify where you get stuck in your negative cycle, name & make your emotions explicit, and find deeper connections.
I offer a safe, culturally sensitive space that is sex-positive and LGBTQ+ Affirmative.
Certified EFT Therapist (EFIT/EFCT). I support all relationships to others and self with special focus on complicated attachment issues (Addiction, Betrayal). We'll navigate your path to Open, Poly, Consensual Non-Monogamy. I'll help you identify where you get stuck in your negative cycle, name & make your emotions explicit, and find deeper connections.
As a therapist and educator based in California and a native of East Los Angeles, I am aware of the sociocultural influences impacting the mental health of LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals and communities.
I am passionate about helping clients explore topics of sex, gender, sexuality, and alternative relationship structures, as well as the intersections of racial trauma and social injustice. My goal is to engage clients in meaning-making and redefining the concept of queerness as a means to promote autonomy, empowerment, and liberation from social injustices.
As a therapist and educator based in California and a native of East Los Angeles, I am aware of the sociocultural influences impacting the mental health of LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals and communities.
I am passionate about helping clients explore topics of sex, gender, sexuality, and alternative relationship structures, as well as the intersections of racial trauma and social injustice. My goal is to engage clients in meaning-making and redefining the concept of queerness as a means to promote autonomy, empowerment, and liberation from social injustices.
If you’re a gay couple struggling to communicate without fighting, feeling more like roommates than partners, or unsure if things can ever get back to how they used to be—you’re not alone.
Since 2007, we’ve helped over 4,000 LGBTQ+ couples. We’re the only couples therapy center— gay or straight—to publish our outcomes in a peer-reviewed journal (Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 2017). Our methods have also written a new chapter for therapists in the new 2026 edition of The Marriage Clinic Casebook about queer couples and non-monogamy.
If you’re a gay couple struggling to communicate without fighting, feeling more like roommates than partners, or unsure if things can ever get back to how they used to be—you’re not alone.
Since 2007, we’ve helped over 4,000 LGBTQ+ couples. We’re the only couples therapy center— gay or straight—to publish our outcomes in a peer-reviewed journal (Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 2017). Our methods have also written a new chapter for therapists in the new 2026 edition of The Marriage Clinic Casebook about queer couples and non-monogamy.
I also specialize in supporting the unique concerns and strengths of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I am a level 2 practitioner of Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). My work with couples integrates elements of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Collaborative Couple Therapy. My approach is Consensual Non-Monogamy, Polyamory and Kink affirmative. I also have extensive training with Motivational Interviewing for substance use issues.
I also specialize in supporting the unique concerns and strengths of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I am a level 2 practitioner of Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). My work with couples integrates elements of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Collaborative Couple Therapy. My approach is Consensual Non-Monogamy, Polyamory and Kink affirmative. I also have extensive training with Motivational Interviewing for substance use issues.
ethan haymovitz, a queer freudian and sexological coach who works with individuals, couples, and groups navigating intimacy, desire, identity, and embodiment
As a psychotherapist specializing in kink, leather, ABDL, BDSM, and the LGBT community, as well as alternative sexualities, I use psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral (CBT), and somatic mindfulness approaches to support individuals and couples to navigate the journey to personal and erotic and romantic realization.
ethan haymovitz, a queer freudian and sexological coach who works with individuals, couples, and groups navigating intimacy, desire, identity, and embodiment
As a psychotherapist specializing in kink, leather, ABDL, BDSM, and the LGBT community, as well as alternative sexualities, I use psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral (CBT), and somatic mindfulness approaches to support individuals and couples to navigate the journey to personal and erotic and romantic realization.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has worked with various groups and clients. If you are looking for a therapist that will listen and acknowledge your unique perspective you don't have to look any further. I have 16 years of experience working with singles, couples, military, LGBTQ, people of color, and undocumented immigrants from various countries. In addition to my hours spent in working with varying communities, I have been highly involved as alumni from Antioch University in Los Angeles and as a recent doctoral graduate in media psychology at Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has worked with various groups and clients. If you are looking for a therapist that will listen and acknowledge your unique perspective you don't have to look any further. I have 16 years of experience working with singles, couples, military, LGBTQ, people of color, and undocumented immigrants from various countries. In addition to my hours spent in working with varying communities, I have been highly involved as alumni from Antioch University in Los Angeles and as a recent doctoral graduate in media psychology at Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara.
My expertise is in working with those with addictions, smoking cessation, gay/ lesbian Issues, and anger management.
I began my private practice with one purpose in mind: to treat clients with respect for the possibility of change in their lives. It is my belief that the best treatment includes the development of a trusting relationship. I am here to support you in creating a life of courage in which you can tackle the obstacles that have limited your potential. I empower individuals to replace feelings of hopelessness with hope for a brighter future. Together, we can forge a plan that will lead to a much more fulfilling life experience.
My expertise is in working with those with addictions, smoking cessation, gay/ lesbian Issues, and anger management.
I began my private practice with one purpose in mind: to treat clients with respect for the possibility of change in their lives. It is my belief that the best treatment includes the development of a trusting relationship. I am here to support you in creating a life of courage in which you can tackle the obstacles that have limited your potential. I empower individuals to replace feelings of hopelessness with hope for a brighter future. Together, we can forge a plan that will lead to a much more fulfilling life experience.
I offer LGBTQ affirming therapy.
Do you struggle with finding or maintaining inner peace in specific areas of your life or, in life in general? Do you experience unhappiness or dissatisfaction with your life? Therapy may help you identify the blocks in your life that keep you from living and experiencing life as you desire. Left unchecked and unexamined, negative dynamics rooted in our past and/or fears & anxiety about the future may progress with greater consequence and/or disillusionment about life. I strive to understand your experience(s) in order to form a genuine connection and to identify meaningful solutions that honor you and your highest life aspirations.
I offer LGBTQ affirming therapy.
Do you struggle with finding or maintaining inner peace in specific areas of your life or, in life in general? Do you experience unhappiness or dissatisfaction with your life? Therapy may help you identify the blocks in your life that keep you from living and experiencing life as you desire. Left unchecked and unexamined, negative dynamics rooted in our past and/or fears & anxiety about the future may progress with greater consequence and/or disillusionment about life. I strive to understand your experience(s) in order to form a genuine connection and to identify meaningful solutions that honor you and your highest life aspirations.
Are you part of the LGBTQIA+ community and looking for support?
I've personally experienced the transformative power of therapy, and it brings me immense joy to help clients explore and embrace their identities. I believe that each of us is unique, with a multitude of experiences that shape who we are. I approach my work with a trauma-informed perspective, understanding that you are the expert of your own experiences.
Are you part of the LGBTQIA+ community and looking for support?
I've personally experienced the transformative power of therapy, and it brings me immense joy to help clients explore and embrace their identities. I believe that each of us is unique, with a multitude of experiences that shape who we are. I approach my work with a trauma-informed perspective, understanding that you are the expert of your own experiences.
LGBTQ+ people can be comfortable sitting with a therapist who belongs to their community, can identify with many shared struggles and triumphs and understands the needs of queer people.
I have a long history of treating individuals and couples, in Silicon Valley and beyond. I offer office visits in Sacramento and San Jose (Saturdays), and provide telehealth throughout CA, NV, OR, WA, CO and FL . Often, we expect far too much from ourselves. Clients are invited into a space without expectation and where they are free to be themselves, without fear of judgement or misunderstanding. We can sometimes struggle to find space to hold compassion for ourselves amidst our roles (parent, spouse, manager, executive).
LGBTQ+ people can be comfortable sitting with a therapist who belongs to their community, can identify with many shared struggles and triumphs and understands the needs of queer people.
I have a long history of treating individuals and couples, in Silicon Valley and beyond. I offer office visits in Sacramento and San Jose (Saturdays), and provide telehealth throughout CA, NV, OR, WA, CO and FL . Often, we expect far too much from ourselves. Clients are invited into a space without expectation and where they are free to be themselves, without fear of judgement or misunderstanding. We can sometimes struggle to find space to hold compassion for ourselves amidst our roles (parent, spouse, manager, executive).
I provide a safe, affirming space for all clients, including specialized LGBTQ affirmative therapy for those seeking support that aligns with their identity.
Are you navigating life’s complexities and seeking a therapist who truly understands your unique challenges? I’m here to support you in building self-esteem, fostering resilience, and creating a balanced, fulfilling life. Whether you're facing stress, anxiety, depression, or significant life changes, my compassionate, effective support can help you move forward. Sessions are offered via telehealth for your convenience.
I provide a safe, affirming space for all clients, including specialized LGBTQ affirmative therapy for those seeking support that aligns with their identity.
Are you navigating life’s complexities and seeking a therapist who truly understands your unique challenges? I’m here to support you in building self-esteem, fostering resilience, and creating a balanced, fulfilling life. Whether you're facing stress, anxiety, depression, or significant life changes, my compassionate, effective support can help you move forward. Sessions are offered via telehealth for your convenience.
I work with both individuals and groups, and have particular interest in issues affecting men, survivors of religious oppression, trauma, addictions, grief and loss, helping professionals and small business owners in developing healthy, vibrant careers, and supporting gay men and lesbians in their quest for maximum fulfillment in their lives.
Freud is credited with stating that two things really matter in life: love and work. I help people find greater satisfaction with a) their relationships with themselves and others, and b) what they do to make meaning in their lives. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to help you maximize your spiritual, physical, and emotional potential. Operating from an orientation which draws primarily on a combination of contemporary psychoanalytic, attachment, and neurobiological perspectives, I am fully committed to walking with you on your journey toward greater satisfaction and fulfillment.
I work with both individuals and groups, and have particular interest in issues affecting men, survivors of religious oppression, trauma, addictions, grief and loss, helping professionals and small business owners in developing healthy, vibrant careers, and supporting gay men and lesbians in their quest for maximum fulfillment in their lives.
Freud is credited with stating that two things really matter in life: love and work. I help people find greater satisfaction with a) their relationships with themselves and others, and b) what they do to make meaning in their lives. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to help you maximize your spiritual, physical, and emotional potential. Operating from an orientation which draws primarily on a combination of contemporary psychoanalytic, attachment, and neurobiological perspectives, I am fully committed to walking with you on your journey toward greater satisfaction and fulfillment.
As a queer, mixed (Latine & white) therapist, I provide a secure & nurturing space for you to come as you are.
Individuals reach out to me when they're feeling stuck in life. They've often tried everything they can think of to move forward to fix the issues on their own and need some assistance to move through these roadblock. Relationships have been struggling and their self-worth has taken a hit. These folks tend to benefit from building a variety of healthy skills to manage the day-to-day symptoms while simultaneously working to resolve negative life experiences that contribute to the issues.
As a queer, mixed (Latine & white) therapist, I provide a secure & nurturing space for you to come as you are.
Individuals reach out to me when they're feeling stuck in life. They've often tried everything they can think of to move forward to fix the issues on their own and need some assistance to move through these roadblock. Relationships have been struggling and their self-worth has taken a hit. These folks tend to benefit from building a variety of healthy skills to manage the day-to-day symptoms while simultaneously working to resolve negative life experiences that contribute to the issues.
My training from Antioch and The Los Angeles LGBT Center informs my insight-driven, queer-affirming approach, supporting identity development and personal growth.
My ideal client is someone feeling stuck—whether in relationships, career, or self-understanding. They may struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or navigating major life transitions. They seek clarity, confidence, and deeper connections. They want to break old patterns, heal from past wounds, and step into a more fulfilling life. Therapy with me is a space to explore, reflect, and grow, with support that is both compassionate and direct.
My training from Antioch and The Los Angeles LGBT Center informs my insight-driven, queer-affirming approach, supporting identity development and personal growth.
My ideal client is someone feeling stuck—whether in relationships, career, or self-understanding. They may struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or navigating major life transitions. They seek clarity, confidence, and deeper connections. They want to break old patterns, heal from past wounds, and step into a more fulfilling life. Therapy with me is a space to explore, reflect, and grow, with support that is both compassionate and direct.
Feeling safe is crucial for therapy to be effective, and that’s why my practice is dedicated to helping LGBT+ people.
Most of my clients are gay men, and I’ve worked with many bisexual, lesbian, and trans clients over the years. I studied human sexuality before opening my therapy practice, and I've published over 20 peer-reviewed academic papers and book chapters, some of which were covered by the media, including the New York Times, Huff Post, and even Cosmo (lol).
Feeling safe is crucial for therapy to be effective, and that’s why my practice is dedicated to helping LGBT+ people.
Most of my clients are gay men, and I’ve worked with many bisexual, lesbian, and trans clients over the years. I studied human sexuality before opening my therapy practice, and I've published over 20 peer-reviewed academic papers and book chapters, some of which were covered by the media, including the New York Times, Huff Post, and even Cosmo (lol).
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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.