LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Sacramento, CA
Hello, my name is Virginia Sanchez, and have a license in Marriage and Family Therapy. I approach therapy with any client based on the client's needs and wants. The focus will be on reaching the goals the client will like to achieve. I typically work with clients who are between 18 and 40. I am comfortable with individuals who are working through grief, life changes, identity issues, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and LGBTQ+. I provide a private, quiet, and neutral environment during our sessions.
Hello, my name is Virginia Sanchez, and have a license in Marriage and Family Therapy. I approach therapy with any client based on the client's needs and wants. The focus will be on reaching the goals the client will like to achieve. I typically work with clients who are between 18 and 40. I am comfortable with individuals who are working through grief, life changes, identity issues, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and LGBTQ+. I provide a private, quiet, and neutral environment during our sessions.
I am a client-centered therapist who borrows from various treatment modalities depending on the client's needs. I meet you where you are in your journey as you are the expert on your life. My specialty is with mood issues, the LGBTQ+ population, and trauma, but I have a lot of experience with many other issues as well. It would be lovely to meet you!
I am a client-centered therapist who borrows from various treatment modalities depending on the client's needs. I meet you where you are in your journey as you are the expert on your life. My specialty is with mood issues, the LGBTQ+ population, and trauma, but I have a lot of experience with many other issues as well. It would be lovely to meet you!
Violeta Esparza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
I typically work with adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples from diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Hello. My name is Violeta Esparza (some call me Violeta, but most call me Violet), I am an empathetic and dedicated LMFT based in Southern California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families and specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, mood and personality disorders, relationship issues, and life transitions. I focus on providing high-quality mental health care through a compassionate and eclectic approach that emphasizes evidence-based modalities to best meet the needs and goals of each individual client.
I typically work with adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples from diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Hello. My name is Violeta Esparza (some call me Violeta, but most call me Violet), I am an empathetic and dedicated LMFT based in Southern California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families and specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, mood and personality disorders, relationship issues, and life transitions. I focus on providing high-quality mental health care through a compassionate and eclectic approach that emphasizes evidence-based modalities to best meet the needs and goals of each individual client.
Hi! I’m Sara. My name is Sara Bowerman and I’m a licensed psychologist in California. My approach to clients is to create a positive, supportive relationship to help you identify and reach your goals for growth, change, and achieving the new directions you desire in your life. I’m comfortable treating women, men, LGBTQIA+, varied age ranges, people from varied ethnicities or cultures, and addressing the struggles my clients are currently working on. I enjoy creating an environment that is calm, supportive, and empathic and creating a space for my clients to begin to grow and pursue their goals and objectives in their life.
Hi! I’m Sara. My name is Sara Bowerman and I’m a licensed psychologist in California. My approach to clients is to create a positive, supportive relationship to help you identify and reach your goals for growth, change, and achieving the new directions you desire in your life. I’m comfortable treating women, men, LGBTQIA+, varied age ranges, people from varied ethnicities or cultures, and addressing the struggles my clients are currently working on. I enjoy creating an environment that is calm, supportive, and empathic and creating a space for my clients to begin to grow and pursue their goals and objectives in their life.
Victoria Lane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
Hi! I am Victoria Elena Lane and I am an LCSW of California and an advocate of Queer identities, Women's rights, & BIPOC communities. At this time in my practice, I focus with patients on having a more balanced perspective of personal mental health challenges and more clearly understanding the effects they have on a daily basis. Clients can usually expect clear direct communication during sessions to focus on having a more balanced perspective of personal mental health challenges and more clearly understanding the effects they have on a daily basis.
Hi! I am Victoria Elena Lane and I am an LCSW of California and an advocate of Queer identities, Women's rights, & BIPOC communities. At this time in my practice, I focus with patients on having a more balanced perspective of personal mental health challenges and more clearly understanding the effects they have on a daily basis. Clients can usually expect clear direct communication during sessions to focus on having a more balanced perspective of personal mental health challenges and more clearly understanding the effects they have on a daily basis.
Dashamelle Bowie Russ
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
A majority of my caseload is Black women and Black LGBTQ+ folks.
Hi! My name is Dr. B; and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. My areas of focus are anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, and trauma. My approach to therapy is very client-centered and collaborative with you, the client, because you are the expert in your life.
A majority of my caseload is Black women and Black LGBTQ+ folks.
Hi! My name is Dr. B; and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. My areas of focus are anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, and trauma. My approach to therapy is very client-centered and collaborative with you, the client, because you are the expert in your life.
Jamie Sepulveda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
Some of the most common conditions I see include depression, anxiety, transgender issues, LGBTQ issues, relationship problems, attachment issues, self-esteem, and anger problems.
My name is Jamie Sepulveda; I am a licensed clinical social worker. My goal in providing therapy is to make a difference for everyone one day at a time. I meet my clients where they are and consider their whole environment when identifying issues and resolving them. My approach to therapy is eclectic; I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and coping skills. Therapy space provides the opportunity to have someone to talk to and a safe place to say the hard things. My approach is warm, direct and respectful.
Some of the most common conditions I see include depression, anxiety, transgender issues, LGBTQ issues, relationship problems, attachment issues, self-esteem, and anger problems.
My name is Jamie Sepulveda; I am a licensed clinical social worker. My goal in providing therapy is to make a difference for everyone one day at a time. I meet my clients where they are and consider their whole environment when identifying issues and resolving them. My approach to therapy is eclectic; I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and coping skills. Therapy space provides the opportunity to have someone to talk to and a safe place to say the hard things. My approach is warm, direct and respectful.
Luis Moreno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
My attraction to a career as a therapist stems from decades of working with multicultural individuals and families, as well as the LGBTQ community.
My name is Luis Moreno, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have extensive experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment to help you explore your personal concerns and achieve your therapeutic goals.
My attraction to a career as a therapist stems from decades of working with multicultural individuals and families, as well as the LGBTQ community.
My name is Luis Moreno, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have extensive experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment to help you explore your personal concerns and achieve your therapeutic goals.
Erica Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
My name is Erica Christensen, I am a LMFT 141653. Specializing in therapy for young adults, adults, LGBTQIA+ clients, and women's issues, I offer a person-centered approach that fosters a supportive and empathetic therapeutic relationship. With a focus on trauma, anxiety, depression, and borderline clients, I aim to create a safe space where clients feel understood and empowered to explore their experiences.
My name is Erica Christensen, I am a LMFT 141653. Specializing in therapy for young adults, adults, LGBTQIA+ clients, and women's issues, I offer a person-centered approach that fosters a supportive and empathetic therapeutic relationship. With a focus on trauma, anxiety, depression, and borderline clients, I aim to create a safe space where clients feel understood and empowered to explore their experiences.
Vanessa Baron
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Vanessa Estrada Baron, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton. I identify as a first-generation Latina, cisgender woman. I'm passionate about working with BIPOC families, and individuals. Additionally, I am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ and undocumented/DACAmented communities. I hope we can work together to find meaning and feel satisfied with where your life is heading.
Hello, my name is Vanessa Estrada Baron, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton. I identify as a first-generation Latina, cisgender woman. I'm passionate about working with BIPOC families, and individuals. Additionally, I am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ and undocumented/DACAmented communities. I hope we can work together to find meaning and feel satisfied with where your life is heading.
Dr. Eric van der Voort
Psychologist, PsyD, CST
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95837 (Online Only)
Whether or not you’re kinky, non-monogamous, or queer, I’ll help you embrace your fantasies, address sexual guilt & shame, resolve relationship conflicts, create practical relationship agreements, and enjoy better sex.
Do you find yourself preoccupied with distracting thoughts and insecurities during sex? Does sex feel like a performance or an obligation to keep your partner happy? Do you worry about disappointing your partner because of difficulties with feeling aroused, getting erect, or achieving orgasm? Do you sometimes avoid sex altogether because the thought of working through relationship issues feels complicated or overwhelming? If so, you’re not alone and you’re not broken. Likely, there's nothing "wrong" with you. However, you may be experiencing performance anxieties, low sexual desire, or have inaccurate or unhelpful beliefs about sex.
Whether or not you’re kinky, non-monogamous, or queer, I’ll help you embrace your fantasies, address sexual guilt & shame, resolve relationship conflicts, create practical relationship agreements, and enjoy better sex.
Do you find yourself preoccupied with distracting thoughts and insecurities during sex? Does sex feel like a performance or an obligation to keep your partner happy? Do you worry about disappointing your partner because of difficulties with feeling aroused, getting erect, or achieving orgasm? Do you sometimes avoid sex altogether because the thought of working through relationship issues feels complicated or overwhelming? If so, you’re not alone and you’re not broken. Likely, there's nothing "wrong" with you. However, you may be experiencing performance anxieties, low sexual desire, or have inaccurate or unhelpful beliefs about sex.
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Jacob Rostovsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Jacob Rostovsky, MA, LMFT (he/him). In our journey together, I value the therapeutic relationship as the cornerstone of meaningful change. I understand that personal growth can be challenging, but I'm here to walk alongside you, offering unwavering encouragement. I am a psychodynamic therapist working with the LGBTQIA+ community, which means I also come from an LGBTQIA+ affirmative lens. I understand how your identity shapes your experiences, and I'm committed to supporting you as you navigate life's challenges with affirmation, strength, and self-assurance.
Hello! My name is Jacob Rostovsky, MA, LMFT (he/him). In our journey together, I value the therapeutic relationship as the cornerstone of meaningful change. I understand that personal growth can be challenging, but I'm here to walk alongside you, offering unwavering encouragement. I am a psychodynamic therapist working with the LGBTQIA+ community, which means I also come from an LGBTQIA+ affirmative lens. I understand how your identity shapes your experiences, and I'm committed to supporting you as you navigate life's challenges with affirmation, strength, and self-assurance.
Alexes Togiai Ciardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
I have experience working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, single mothers with young children, and individual adults.
Hi! I'm Alexes Togiai Ciardi, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of experience in a variety of settings including nonprofit, community mental health, and individual 1:1 therapy. I operate mainly from a solution-focused perspective, focusing on finding achievable and effective solutions to reach your goals together. I bring in pieces of other modalities as well when appropriate, including strengths-based interventions and acceptance and commitment therapy, with a tailored approach to your needs and situation. I also enjoy bringing mindfulness and creativity into sessions.
I have experience working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, single mothers with young children, and individual adults.
Hi! I'm Alexes Togiai Ciardi, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of experience in a variety of settings including nonprofit, community mental health, and individual 1:1 therapy. I operate mainly from a solution-focused perspective, focusing on finding achievable and effective solutions to reach your goals together. I bring in pieces of other modalities as well when appropriate, including strengths-based interventions and acceptance and commitment therapy, with a tailored approach to your needs and situation. I also enjoy bringing mindfulness and creativity into sessions.
Hi there, I'm Karen Olson, a licensed clinical social worker. I have been a social worker for over 20 years. I help people with issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic pain, divorce, and LGBTQIA+ issues. My approach is direct and frank and I enjoy helping individuals and couples identify their strengths and overcome challenges. I take an eclectic approach that includes a variety of narrative/motivational interviewing. My ideal client is amenable to my direct approach and is as invested as I am in achieving their goals. I like feedback from clients on how they are doing and how our sessions are going.
Hi there, I'm Karen Olson, a licensed clinical social worker. I have been a social worker for over 20 years. I help people with issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic pain, divorce, and LGBTQIA+ issues. My approach is direct and frank and I enjoy helping individuals and couples identify their strengths and overcome challenges. I take an eclectic approach that includes a variety of narrative/motivational interviewing. My ideal client is amenable to my direct approach and is as invested as I am in achieving their goals. I like feedback from clients on how they are doing and how our sessions are going.
Shelly Harring
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95819 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 20 years of experience working with diverse populations including those experiencing Anxiety · Behavioral Issues · Chronic Illness · Codependency · Coping Skills · Depression · Divorce or Separation · Dual Diagnosis · Gender Identity · Grief · Job Stress · LGBTQIA+ · Life Transitions · Mood Disorders ·.
If you are struggling with making your life what you want it to be, wondering if things can get better, looking for support and guidance and hoping to achieve your best life, please consider a free 15-minute consultation to help you decide if we might work together.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 20 years of experience working with diverse populations including those experiencing Anxiety · Behavioral Issues · Chronic Illness · Codependency · Coping Skills · Depression · Divorce or Separation · Dual Diagnosis · Gender Identity · Grief · Job Stress · LGBTQIA+ · Life Transitions · Mood Disorders ·.
If you are struggling with making your life what you want it to be, wondering if things can get better, looking for support and guidance and hoping to achieve your best life, please consider a free 15-minute consultation to help you decide if we might work together.
Ryan Sweat
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 94211 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Ryan. I’m a somatic therapist with an empathetic and results driven approach. My goal is to help my clients find freedom from limiting beliefs that hold them back, and empower them to access their own inner strengths, activate change, and live their best and fullest lives. I work with adults and teens struggling with anxiety, depression, and life changes. I also work with couples, moresomes, and families, focusing on improving relationships through communication and connection. I work with a diverse range of clients, including neurodivergent, neurotypical, BIPOC, mono, poly, straight, and LGBTQ+ people.
Hi, I’m Ryan. I’m a somatic therapist with an empathetic and results driven approach. My goal is to help my clients find freedom from limiting beliefs that hold them back, and empower them to access their own inner strengths, activate change, and live their best and fullest lives. I work with adults and teens struggling with anxiety, depression, and life changes. I also work with couples, moresomes, and families, focusing on improving relationships through communication and connection. I work with a diverse range of clients, including neurodivergent, neurotypical, BIPOC, mono, poly, straight, and LGBTQ+ people.
Roxana Teran Velasquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
I’ve also had positive experiences working with the LGBTQ+ community, as I have a deep understanding of the unique challenges they face.
Hello There, My Name is Roxana Teran. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and I provide Telehealth services in California. I work with adults and couples in different stages of life. I specialize in individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and intergenerational trauma. My approach to therapy is uniquely tailored for each individual I work with, ensuring that the treatment aligns with their personal goals and aspirations. My aim is to collaborate with clients to create a therapeutic path that resonates with what they truly want for themselves.
I’ve also had positive experiences working with the LGBTQ+ community, as I have a deep understanding of the unique challenges they face.
Hello There, My Name is Roxana Teran. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and I provide Telehealth services in California. I work with adults and couples in different stages of life. I specialize in individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and intergenerational trauma. My approach to therapy is uniquely tailored for each individual I work with, ensuring that the treatment aligns with their personal goals and aspirations. My aim is to collaborate with clients to create a therapeutic path that resonates with what they truly want for themselves.
Macey Howeson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
I enjoy working primarily with individuals, adolescents, and children and I have strong a passion for working with LGBTQIA+ clients. I can help treat a wide variety of presenting issues - most notably anxiety, grief, and trauma. I am passionate about helping others along their journey through growth and self-acceptance and don’t take my role in that process lightly.
I enjoy working primarily with individuals, adolescents, and children and I have strong a passion for working with LGBTQIA+ clients. I can help treat a wide variety of presenting issues - most notably anxiety, grief, and trauma. I am passionate about helping others along their journey through growth and self-acceptance and don’t take my role in that process lightly.
Ehsan Knopf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Essy Knopf, a licensed therapist specializing in supporting LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals. My therapeutic approach centers on developing self-awareness by connecting present experiences to past events, including interpersonal, family, societal, and systemic influences. My communication style is straightforward yet approachable, aiming to create a warm and welcoming environment where you can express yourself authentically without fear of judgment. Working with me feels supportive and validating; I prioritize making sure you feel seen, heard, and empowered.
Hello, I'm Essy Knopf, a licensed therapist specializing in supporting LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals. My therapeutic approach centers on developing self-awareness by connecting present experiences to past events, including interpersonal, family, societal, and systemic influences. My communication style is straightforward yet approachable, aiming to create a warm and welcoming environment where you can express yourself authentically without fear of judgment. Working with me feels supportive and validating; I prioritize making sure you feel seen, heard, and empowered.
Maria Ivonne Villegas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
I have over 8 years of experience working with Individuals, families, and couples and enjoy working with Youth, adults, single parents, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, grief, trauma and PTSD, behavioral issues, career counseling, DV and Domestic Abuse, LGBTQ+, first-generation issues, and immigration adjustments.
Hello! Thank you for taking the first step to your well-being. My name is M. Ivonne Villegas, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Long Beach, California. I offer in-person sessions and statewide via telehealth. I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) and bicultural therapist who enjoys working with diverse individuals from a wide range of ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, and backgrounds. I practice from an eclectic approach integrating strength-based, TF-CBT, client-centered, solution-focus, and emotion-focus approaches while focusing on fostering resilience and self-awareness.
I have over 8 years of experience working with Individuals, families, and couples and enjoy working with Youth, adults, single parents, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, grief, trauma and PTSD, behavioral issues, career counseling, DV and Domestic Abuse, LGBTQ+, first-generation issues, and immigration adjustments.
Hello! Thank you for taking the first step to your well-being. My name is M. Ivonne Villegas, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Long Beach, California. I offer in-person sessions and statewide via telehealth. I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) and bicultural therapist who enjoys working with diverse individuals from a wide range of ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, and backgrounds. I practice from an eclectic approach integrating strength-based, TF-CBT, client-centered, solution-focus, and emotion-focus approaches while focusing on fostering resilience and self-awareness.
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