LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Sacramento, CA
Not accepting new clients - If you're part of the LGBTQ+ community, you want a therapist who affirms your identities and unique experiences.
As a queer therapist, I specialize in supporting LGBTQIA+ folks with trauma-informed, client-centered therapy. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in seeking deeper understanding and insight, building more meaningful relationships, healing from past experiences, and learning new tools to navigate difficulties.
Not accepting new clients - If you're part of the LGBTQ+ community, you want a therapist who affirms your identities and unique experiences.
As a queer therapist, I specialize in supporting LGBTQIA+ folks with trauma-informed, client-centered therapy. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in seeking deeper understanding and insight, building more meaningful relationships, healing from past experiences, and learning new tools to navigate difficulties.
Together, we can work to identify your wants and strengths surrounding many topics, to include LGBTQ+ concerns, family conflict, relationship distress, anxiety, and addictions.
My theoretical approaches draw from Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Narrative Therapy; I prefer to work with you to find what approaches work best to address your concerns and reach your therapeutic goals.
Together, we can work to identify your wants and strengths surrounding many topics, to include LGBTQ+ concerns, family conflict, relationship distress, anxiety, and addictions.
My theoretical approaches draw from Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Narrative Therapy; I prefer to work with you to find what approaches work best to address your concerns and reach your therapeutic goals.
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 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 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.
com/contact-us - I am a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, a feminist, an anti-racist, and an advocate for working-class & other under-served communities.
My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, & eclectic. I am drawn to Existentialist & Feminist frameworks. I use interventions from Dialectical- & Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, Polyvagal & Somatic approaches, and many theories & modalities, such as Internal Family Systems, Gestalt, Psychodynamic, and Motivational Interviewing. Brainspotting Certified
com/contact-us - I am a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, a feminist, an anti-racist, and an advocate for working-class & other under-served communities.
My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, & eclectic. I am drawn to Existentialist & Feminist frameworks. I use interventions from Dialectical- & Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, Polyvagal & Somatic approaches, and many theories & modalities, such as Internal Family Systems, Gestalt, Psychodynamic, and Motivational Interviewing. Brainspotting Certified
Do you identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community?
My therapeutic approach is collaborative and relational. I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is a powerful tool for improving relationships with self and others. We'll use talk therapy to identify root causes of emotional distress, bring unconscious feelings to the surface, and further develop skills for handling future challenges more effectively.
Do you identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community?
My therapeutic approach is collaborative and relational. I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is a powerful tool for improving relationships with self and others. We'll use talk therapy to identify root causes of emotional distress, bring unconscious feelings to the surface, and further develop skills for handling future challenges more effectively.
I specialize in supporting first responders, athletes and those in the LGBTQ+ community with care and understanding.
Accepting New Clients • With thirty years’ experience as a first‐responder & previous international athlete, I bring a unique blend of lived experience & therapeutic training to our work together. I understand how burnout, high-performance demands, trauma, & the weight of “keeping it together” can erode connection, confidence & purpose. My approach is grounded in compassion & practical tools—whether you’re wrestling with anxiety, relational disconnection, identity questions, or the lingering echo of critical calls & high stakes. Together, we will create a safe, non-judgmental space where your story matters & strengths are honored.
I specialize in supporting first responders, athletes and those in the LGBTQ+ community with care and understanding.
Accepting New Clients • With thirty years’ experience as a first‐responder & previous international athlete, I bring a unique blend of lived experience & therapeutic training to our work together. I understand how burnout, high-performance demands, trauma, & the weight of “keeping it together” can erode connection, confidence & purpose. My approach is grounded in compassion & practical tools—whether you’re wrestling with anxiety, relational disconnection, identity questions, or the lingering echo of critical calls & high stakes. Together, we will create a safe, non-judgmental space where your story matters & strengths are honored.
As a Queer Latinx cis-gendered-male therapist of color, I am proud to be a representative of my often-marginalized communities.
Are you currently searching for a sense of meaning and purpose in your life? Do you find yourself in an existential/spiritual emergency? Are you exploring your personal identity, expression, or sexuality? I help people of all ages increase self-awareness and decrease symptomology by bringing unconscious material into conscious awareness. Mental health concerns eventually arise because deep in our mind/body/soul we yearn for authenticity/individuation. Together we can explore which aspects of ourselves that no longer serve us to let go, in order to make space for something new to enter.
As a Queer Latinx cis-gendered-male therapist of color, I am proud to be a representative of my often-marginalized communities.
Are you currently searching for a sense of meaning and purpose in your life? Do you find yourself in an existential/spiritual emergency? Are you exploring your personal identity, expression, or sexuality? I help people of all ages increase self-awareness and decrease symptomology by bringing unconscious material into conscious awareness. Mental health concerns eventually arise because deep in our mind/body/soul we yearn for authenticity/individuation. Together we can explore which aspects of ourselves that no longer serve us to let go, in order to make space for something new to enter.
Many of us lead busy lives with little space to breathe, think, and make choices with clarity. We hold ourselves to unsustainable standards in our careers, relationships and as individuals. We move from day to day with anxious thoughts, or float numbly with disconnection and over-scheduling as a way to avoid pain. Often our expectations, goals and circumstances come at the expense of our own healthy well being.
Many of us lead busy lives with little space to breathe, think, and make choices with clarity. We hold ourselves to unsustainable standards in our careers, relationships and as individuals. We move from day to day with anxious thoughts, or float numbly with disconnection and over-scheduling as a way to avoid pain. Often our expectations, goals and circumstances come at the expense of our own healthy well being.
I am an ally and member of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I offer a safe and non judgmental space that you can access from the comfort of your own home. I have experience helping people with Addictions, Relationship Issues, Anger Management , Self Esteem , Career Difficulties, Depression , Major Life Changes, Abandonment, Alternative Sex Culture and BDSM.
I am an ally and member of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I offer a safe and non judgmental space that you can access from the comfort of your own home. I have experience helping people with Addictions, Relationship Issues, Anger Management , Self Esteem , Career Difficulties, Depression , Major Life Changes, Abandonment, Alternative Sex Culture and BDSM.
Tyler Argüello, PhD, DCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, DCSW, LCSW, ACSW, MSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a psychotherapist located in California specializing in LGBTQIA+ affirmative care, trauma, and mental health equity.
My services can range from short-term problem solving and education, to supportive behavior change, to more in-depth psychotherapy. I employ a critical stance, meaning I see our individual existences in active relationship with our environment, communities, histories, cultures, and society. Please see my practice website for more detailed information.
I am a psychotherapist located in California specializing in LGBTQIA+ affirmative care, trauma, and mental health equity.
My services can range from short-term problem solving and education, to supportive behavior change, to more in-depth psychotherapy. I employ a critical stance, meaning I see our individual existences in active relationship with our environment, communities, histories, cultures, and society. Please see my practice website for more detailed information.
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?
Kate B Wilder (she/they), a licensed clinical psychologist and trail guide for people whose identities and experiences fall outside of the status quo ( queer, neurodiverse, chronically ill/disabled and their families, ethically non-monogamous) and who need support navigating a path that is not the well-traveled trail of societal norms.
I see myself as a trail guide who can help you hike the trail ahead. I’m here to assist you figure out how to ditch things you have been carrying that you don’t need (hello, emotional baggage) and load what must be carried into your pack in a way that makes it feel lighter. I’ll give you the tools you need to navigate and travel confidently onward.
Kate B Wilder (she/they), a licensed clinical psychologist and trail guide for people whose identities and experiences fall outside of the status quo ( queer, neurodiverse, chronically ill/disabled and their families, ethically non-monogamous) and who need support navigating a path that is not the well-traveled trail of societal norms.
I see myself as a trail guide who can help you hike the trail ahead. I’m here to assist you figure out how to ditch things you have been carrying that you don’t need (hello, emotional baggage) and load what must be carried into your pack in a way that makes it feel lighter. I’ll give you the tools you need to navigate and travel confidently onward.
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).
Phoenix Jackson with Light Heart Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, Somatic
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Telehealth Therapy serving People of Color & Trans & Queer Communities
Right now, you are all the ages you have ever been. You may have been judged, in pain, & so alone that it feels unbearable. These misunderstood emotions can make it hard to put words to your experience. I’m here to be with you during this process of revealing those hidden parts—leaving behind what no longer serves you. Holistic, somatic therapy can free us from self-limiting beliefs and move us into an embodied experience of loving ourselves and realigning with our goals and dreams. Together, we will explore how your unique experiences have shaped you. You have a right to exist & to create a purposeful life.
Telehealth Therapy serving People of Color & Trans & Queer Communities
Right now, you are all the ages you have ever been. You may have been judged, in pain, & so alone that it feels unbearable. These misunderstood emotions can make it hard to put words to your experience. I’m here to be with you during this process of revealing those hidden parts—leaving behind what no longer serves you. Holistic, somatic therapy can free us from self-limiting beliefs and move us into an embodied experience of loving ourselves and realigning with our goals and dreams. Together, we will explore how your unique experiences have shaped you. You have a right to exist & to create a purposeful life.
Have you felt as though you are sleepwalking through your life? Maybe you feel lost or as though your soul is suffering? Are you wanting to better understand yourself, improve self esteem, develop a stronger sense of authentic identity, or would like to better understand and express your feelings. Sometimes we can feel out of alignment with our values, or as if we have strayed away from our true sense of self. Sometimes we need support in finding our voice, our fierceness, our self compassion. Do you want to work holistically and explore how your past may be impacting your present and how your present may be triggering your past?
Have you felt as though you are sleepwalking through your life? Maybe you feel lost or as though your soul is suffering? Are you wanting to better understand yourself, improve self esteem, develop a stronger sense of authentic identity, or would like to better understand and express your feelings. Sometimes we can feel out of alignment with our values, or as if we have strayed away from our true sense of self. Sometimes we need support in finding our voice, our fierceness, our self compassion. Do you want to work holistically and explore how your past may be impacting your present and how your present may be triggering your past?
My clinical work experience is wide-ranging, which includes helping parents understand their children's behaviors and how best to manage healthier alternatives, supporting LGBTQ+ folk through their journey in identity, facilitating conversational growth in couples, and the many different facets of stress and anxiety that all individuals progress through.
I am a firm believer in perpetual personal growth and that we are constantly evolving throughout our lives; every interaction and choice progresses us through the development of self. Through this foundation I am a strong advocate of helping you understand your needs, values, and hopes as a framework to your decisions and goals. You are who you are today because of what you have experienced, and you will be who you are tomorrow because of the choices you make today.
My clinical work experience is wide-ranging, which includes helping parents understand their children's behaviors and how best to manage healthier alternatives, supporting LGBTQ+ folk through their journey in identity, facilitating conversational growth in couples, and the many different facets of stress and anxiety that all individuals progress through.
I am a firm believer in perpetual personal growth and that we are constantly evolving throughout our lives; every interaction and choice progresses us through the development of self. Through this foundation I am a strong advocate of helping you understand your needs, values, and hopes as a framework to your decisions and goals. You are who you are today because of what you have experienced, and you will be who you are tomorrow because of the choices you make today.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+, as well as with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma and other life transitions.
I believe that everyone's story matters and I’m here to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore and heal. My practice integrates a range of evidence-based therapeutic methods, tailored to each client’s needs. Grounded in a humanistic framework, I emphasize self-exploration, personal growth, and the realization of your full potential.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+, as well as with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma and other life transitions.
I believe that everyone's story matters and I’m here to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore and heal. My practice integrates a range of evidence-based therapeutic methods, tailored to each client’s needs. Grounded in a humanistic framework, I emphasize self-exploration, personal growth, and the realization of your full potential.
Jennifer is an ADHD Coach with over 10 years experience working as an Occupational Therapist. As someone living with ADHD, she can appreciate the challenges that can be experienced. Jennifer specializes in helping individuals make lasting positive changes in their health and wellness. Her clinical background enables her to provide the necessary tools to guide, support, and assist clients in achieving their desired goals. With a Master of Science in OT, she studied neuroscience, cognition and executive function. Simply put – she understands how the ADHD brain works.
Jennifer is an ADHD Coach with over 10 years experience working as an Occupational Therapist. As someone living with ADHD, she can appreciate the challenges that can be experienced. Jennifer specializes in helping individuals make lasting positive changes in their health and wellness. Her clinical background enables her to provide the necessary tools to guide, support, and assist clients in achieving their desired goals. With a Master of Science in OT, she studied neuroscience, cognition and executive function. Simply put – she understands how the ADHD brain works.
My name is Joey Ritkes (he/him) and I am a mental health therapist who specializes in working with the LGBTQIA+ Community.
Mental health is complex and dynamic which means that we must be just as personalized in developing treatment strategies that meet your individual goals. Our days are excessively demanding, leaving us little time to focus on ourselves. My belief is that therapy is the perfect solution which places you at the center, even if only for one hour per week.
My name is Joey Ritkes (he/him) and I am a mental health therapist who specializes in working with the LGBTQIA+ Community.
Mental health is complex and dynamic which means that we must be just as personalized in developing treatment strategies that meet your individual goals. Our days are excessively demanding, leaving us little time to focus on ourselves. My belief is that therapy is the perfect solution which places you at the center, even if only for one hour per week.
I center marginalized persons, including BIPoC and LGBTQIA+ persons.
I understand that persons in need of psychotherapy are more than a set of symptoms and diagnoses; our mental health conditions are a complex mixture of ancestral, epigenetic, familial, social and societal histories, issues and dynamics that need to be explored, processed and affirmed in order to improve our condition and functioning.
I center marginalized persons, including BIPoC and LGBTQIA+ persons.
I understand that persons in need of psychotherapy are more than a set of symptoms and diagnoses; our mental health conditions are a complex mixture of ancestral, epigenetic, familial, social and societal histories, issues and dynamics that need to be explored, processed and affirmed in order to improve our condition and functioning.
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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.