LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Sacramento, CA

I primarily serve adults (ages 18+) and transition-aged youth (ages 16-25). My clinical experience allows me to provide exceptional and affirmative care for members who identify with these communities: lgbtqqia+ ( lesbian , gay , bisexual , transgender , queer , questioning, intersex, asexual), people of color, culturally diverse, non-monogamous/open/polyamorous relationships, kink/BDSM, and folks who encounter institutionalized/system forms of oppression.

My name is Randall Freitas and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I have over ten years of experience and have worked with people from many ages and backgrounds successfully. Much of the work that I have done has been with clients that have experienced trauma. If you need a safe place to talk about stress, anxiety, anger management, past trauma, being a survivor of abuse and/or grief processing please reach out to me so that we can schedule an intake interview. I treat all clients with respect and dignity. I am an ally and member of the LGBTQIA + community. I'm looking forward to speaking with you soon.

*I offer teletherapy to clients in California, Nevada and Colorado. I offer in-office visits in Sacramento and San Francisco when allowed by local ordinance and client comfort.* Sometimes we expect far too much from ourselves. Each client is invited into a space where there is no expectation and where they are free to be themselves, without fear of judgement or misunderstanding. Adults can sometimes struggle to find space to hold compassion for themselves. Couples (and all variants of relationship structure) can also use a nonjudgmental time and space to feel heard, while building tools for communication.

I help adults and teens looking to become more aware, learn and better themselves. Maybe there is something that needs to shift/change or maybe it is just a growth-oriented process. I have done a lot of my work with people who identify as Trans /Gender Non-Conforming/Nonbinary. Other queer populations who I have a lot of experience helping include couples, polyamorous relationships, the Latinx community, long-term HIV survivors, and gay / Queer men. My work celebrates diverse genders, sexualities and kink identities. My ideal client is open to work in a way that combines talk therapy, yoga/somatic approaches and art-based therapies.

You find it difficult to attract or maintain healthy relationships in your life. Growing up, your family was dysfunctional, and you wonder how that’s impacting you today. Your family ignored your feelings or always seemed to sweep important issues under the rug. Constant criticism created pressure to conform to others’ expectations and hide how you felt. Over time this pressure left you numb and confused about what is or isn’t ok to be or feel? Doubt and insecurity creep in leaving you feeling anxious, angry, and depressed. You want to express yourself and hold healthy boundaries in your relationships, but don't know how to do that?

My practice is grounded in the belief that we all have a deep desire and fundamental need to connect — with ourselves and with others. My practice melds: my collaborative approach + affirming, nonjudgmental, humorous and directive style + lived experiences as a West Indian, first-gen, queer , womxn + a trauma/somatic/relational focus and Afrocentric perspectives to curate a transformative process that allows you and/or your partners to experience: connection—healing—liberation.

My clinical work is dedicated to helping people overcome suffering while developing healthy, productive, and fulfilling relationships and lives. I offer supportive, confidential, and individually-tailored treatment for individuals, couples, and children. I have a flexible and integrative orientation that is influenced by psychodynamic relational theories while integrating mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. I treat anxiety depression, trauma, relationship and sexual issues and LGBTQ Issues. I am committed to helping you receive the best services possible and I am happy to discuss your needs with you to determine whether working together would be a good fit. I look forward to speaking with you.

I specialize in working with community members of the Lesbian , Gay , Bisexual , Transgender , Queer ( LGBTQ +) community. I strive to provide a safe affirming space for individuals to work on being able to better manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, improve relationships and strive to live authentically.

Have you done the talk therapy thing but are looking for a more creative, spiritual approach? Are you a member of the LGBTQIA + community struggling in your relationships or authentic sense of identity? Or, are you having a hard time managing your OCD or codependency? Are you living as an adult survivor of abuse or of narcissistic parents? Are you looking for a therapist who practices fat acceptance and body inclusivity? I specialize in these areas, and I'd love to support you in finding self-compassion and healing. I also have a specialization in Expressive Arts Therapy and find it a deeply powerful tool to care for ourselves.

Rebuild or reclaim your relationship and happiness. I help couples and individuals overcome the emotional upheaval of past trauma, stress, and communication issues that often result in infidelity, addiction, sexual issues, shame and guilt. I'm confident you will find my friendly interactive style sets the stage you will want in a safe and nonjudgmental space. LGBT and friends of Bill W. welcomed. Your peace of mind, happiness, and success is my goal.

My approach to therapy is based on integrating theories from a family systems perspective, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, & Attachment Theory. While I enjoy working with all client populations my specialties are LGBTQ issues, relationship issues, chronic illness and pain, terminal illness, grief and loss. I see each client as uniquely special, and deserving of life's best. My goal is to help each client discover who they are meant to be regardless of their experience. I especially like coaching individuals in the corporate setting, helping them to achieve their personal best in the office and at home.

We all face many challenges, stressors, and difficulties within our lives. No matter who we are or where we come from, we all deserve joy, to have the best quality of life and to live authentically. My goal as a therapist is to provide you with a safe and welcoming space that encourages self-reflection and growth. I believe that therapy is about co-creating therapeutic relationships founded on respect, trust, and compassion.

I use a mix of empathy and structure to provide you with the experience of feeling seen and heard, and a road map to achieving your goals. I'm passionate about working with children and adults alike and use approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, Interpersonal Neurobiology, weaving in and inclusive approach that is mindful of LGBTQIA + and People of Color. I'll provide the framework and expertise and will collaborate with you to make sure treatment is addressing what's important to you.

As a clinician, my goal is to work collaboratively with you in order to bring light to your authentic and best self. I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to help you reach your personal goal of emotional wellness. My role as a therapist is to use empathetic listening to help you develop healthy coping for the challenges in your life. I recognize that there is diversity in all clients' life experiences, cultural background, relationships, and identity; which is why I plan to meet you where you are at in your own personal journey.

Accepting new clients! The way in which a person cultivates their sense of self, self-esteem, and relationships with others, can be extremely important in their path to wellness. My goal is to meet every client where they are in their journey to mental health and wellness, which means we start where you are and not where I think you should be. I believe that everyone has the capacity to become their best selves and that my work is to provide a safe, helpful, and non-judgmental, environment for those who I am working with.

Accepting new clients! Adolescence can be an exciting but equally scary and confusing time in our lives. In today’s ever-changing world, teens and young adults are faced with an incredible amount of stress that can feel impossible to navigate at times. I am passionate about helping teens and young adults develop life-long coping skills, discover a healthy sense of self and embrace what makes them uniquely beautiful. I believe therapy should be tailored to the individual, as each human’s experience is uniquely their own. I’m here to listen and learn without judgment to find the best approach for you.

Are you a LGBTQIA + person living in California? Are you seeking a clinician who understands the the experiences of being a LGBTQ person? Are you seeking to better understand yourself, your identity, and explore the roots of what you are experiencing? Do you feel like you've been trying to fit into a box that wasn't made for you? I use trauma informed modalities to help you become the best version of yourself. I also have experience living in both a larger city and in more rural communities and can support you through a variety of experiences.

Do you feel like you are “too sensitive for the world around you?” Are you fine one moment and then overwhelmed with emotions the next? Maybe you’re in a “good” relationship, but can’t stop wondering whether it’s right for you. It can feel scary and lonely when it seems like your life is going well on the surface, but underneath there is a different reality. Many of my clients live with trauma, anxiety, extreme stress levels, and depression. They manage to expertly float through life finding “success” while feeling empty and depleted. The good news is that the skills that have helped you come this far are already in place.

As a therapist I am solutions-focused, inquisitive and relate-able, and will utilize a diverse range of theoretical approaches tailored to your individual needs, including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBT/DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Creative & Expressive, and Trauma Informed Therapy including EMDR (Certified Through EMDRIA). By integrating various evidenced based treatment protocols, we will collaborate to get where you want to go. My process is always to ask you, the client, what it is you want, what would that look like, and what is in your way of achieving your goals.