LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Sacramento, CA
I am a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor with over 30 years of experience. I work with diverse individuals in a wide range of mental health settings. I am a caring and dedicated therapist who often goes the extra mile when it will assist a client. I highly value creative and artistic expression, and I help my clients tap into their strengths and passions. Clients I work with especially well are curious, introspective, willing to dig deep, and interested in becoming more compassionate towards themselves and others. They aren't afraid to look at their feelings in the here-and-now of the therapeutic relationship.
I am a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor with over 30 years of experience. I work with diverse individuals in a wide range of mental health settings. I am a caring and dedicated therapist who often goes the extra mile when it will assist a client. I highly value creative and artistic expression, and I help my clients tap into their strengths and passions. Clients I work with especially well are curious, introspective, willing to dig deep, and interested in becoming more compassionate towards themselves and others. They aren't afraid to look at their feelings in the here-and-now of the therapeutic relationship.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, BPD, PTSD, ADHD or addiction? These are some of the areas I specialize in. I believe therapy can help you find the solutions you need to move forward to have a happier life. I tailor my therapy approach to you based on what has and has not worked for you in the past. Together we will set therapy goals to help you remove present barriers, suffering and emotional pain and learn skills so you can live your life to your upmost potential.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, BPD, PTSD, ADHD or addiction? These are some of the areas I specialize in. I believe therapy can help you find the solutions you need to move forward to have a happier life. I tailor my therapy approach to you based on what has and has not worked for you in the past. Together we will set therapy goals to help you remove present barriers, suffering and emotional pain and learn skills so you can live your life to your upmost potential.
Life is constantly changing! ONLINE & IN-OFFICE sessions – Access excellent therapy tailored for trauma survivors, men, and first responders. I am passionate about problem-solving and helping clients envision a clear future while identifying personal strengths to achieve it. Together, we will engage in mindfulness, enhance self-compassion, and find meaning on your journey to emotional and mental wellness. You will gain new insights into life patterns that no longer serve you and learn skills to transform them. Working with me, you will find a supportive and empowering environment to overcome challenges and thrive.
Life is constantly changing! ONLINE & IN-OFFICE sessions – Access excellent therapy tailored for trauma survivors, men, and first responders. I am passionate about problem-solving and helping clients envision a clear future while identifying personal strengths to achieve it. Together, we will engage in mindfulness, enhance self-compassion, and find meaning on your journey to emotional and mental wellness. You will gain new insights into life patterns that no longer serve you and learn skills to transform them. Working with me, you will find a supportive and empowering environment to overcome challenges and thrive.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
Whether you’re navigating a loved one’s substance use or your own, you might find yourself asking, what now? Maybe you’re ready for change, but the options around you feel rigid, demanding decisions you’re not ready to make. That can feel even heavier when you consider the pain you’ve been carrying, often alone, for far too long. You deserve more than shame and blame. You deserve support from someone who will meet you exactly where you are, without pressure or judgment. Your healing should move at your pace, and the next step should be yours to choose.
Whether you’re navigating a loved one’s substance use or your own, you might find yourself asking, what now? Maybe you’re ready for change, but the options around you feel rigid, demanding decisions you’re not ready to make. That can feel even heavier when you consider the pain you’ve been carrying, often alone, for far too long. You deserve more than shame and blame. You deserve support from someone who will meet you exactly where you are, without pressure or judgment. Your healing should move at your pace, and the next step should be yours to choose.
I highly encourage police officers, fire-fighters, and paramedics to reach out. I got you! Mental health treatment aims to enhance emotional well-being and happiness. During sessions, I prioritize listening to you approximately 80% of the time and provide feedback on the remaining 20%. Your objectives are of utmost importance to me, and we will collaboratively develop a strategy to achieve them. I hold a Ph.D. in Forensic Psychology, Policy, and Law. My journey into the field of psychology began after working as a first responder in the 911 system, both in medical and law enforcement capacities, followed by teaching college.
I highly encourage police officers, fire-fighters, and paramedics to reach out. I got you! Mental health treatment aims to enhance emotional well-being and happiness. During sessions, I prioritize listening to you approximately 80% of the time and provide feedback on the remaining 20%. Your objectives are of utmost importance to me, and we will collaboratively develop a strategy to achieve them. I hold a Ph.D. in Forensic Psychology, Policy, and Law. My journey into the field of psychology began after working as a first responder in the 911 system, both in medical and law enforcement capacities, followed by teaching college.
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I’m really passionate about supporting clients who are navigating questions of sexuality and identity, as well as those working through the pain of religious or cultural trauma.
I’m Kari, an AMFT committed to creating a space where healing, growth, and authenticity are possible. My work is grounded in the belief that therapy is not about “fixing” you, but about uncovering the strengths and resilience you already possess. I see therapy as a collaborative process where we slow down, make sense of your experiences, and develop tools that help you move toward the life you want to live. My style is warm, compassionate, and direct. I draw from evidence-based approaches like CBT, Mindfulness, and IFS, while also recognizing the ways our identities and lived experiences shape how we move through the world.
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I’m really passionate about supporting clients who are navigating questions of sexuality and identity, as well as those working through the pain of religious or cultural trauma.
I’m Kari, an AMFT committed to creating a space where healing, growth, and authenticity are possible. My work is grounded in the belief that therapy is not about “fixing” you, but about uncovering the strengths and resilience you already possess. I see therapy as a collaborative process where we slow down, make sense of your experiences, and develop tools that help you move toward the life you want to live. My style is warm, compassionate, and direct. I draw from evidence-based approaches like CBT, Mindfulness, and IFS, while also recognizing the ways our identities and lived experiences shape how we move through the world.
Joseph has extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use disorders and working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Joseph has over 25 years working in different capacities within behavioral health. His personality is engaging, warm and down to earth and he takes an integrative, non-judgmental, client-centered, trauma-informed, culturally humble approach using evidence-based practices to help individuals heal.
Joseph has extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use disorders and working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Joseph has over 25 years working in different capacities within behavioral health. His personality is engaging, warm and down to earth and he takes an integrative, non-judgmental, client-centered, trauma-informed, culturally humble approach using evidence-based practices to help individuals heal.
You’re not broken, though at times in life we can feel that way. Reaching out for support can be difficult, but it is the first step to feeling like life is working again. I help individuals and couples facilitate their process of living a fuller, deeper, more authentic, and balanced life through mindfulness-based and somatic psychotherapy. It’s an honor to sit with my clients and be a part of their journey.
You’re not broken, though at times in life we can feel that way. Reaching out for support can be difficult, but it is the first step to feeling like life is working again. I help individuals and couples facilitate their process of living a fuller, deeper, more authentic, and balanced life through mindfulness-based and somatic psychotherapy. It’s an honor to sit with my clients and be a part of their journey.
You may have spent years doing what was expected—working hard, carrying responsibility, and holding things together—yet now feel anxious, disconnected, or unsure of yourself or your relationships. Many men seek therapy when stress, depression, relationship strain, or past trauma begin to erode sleep, focus, or emotional steadiness. You may still be functioning, but something feels increasingly unsustainable—costing you closeness, self-respect, or a sense of direction. Therapy can be a place to pause, get honest about what’s happening, and choose a steadier, more aligned way forward.
You may have spent years doing what was expected—working hard, carrying responsibility, and holding things together—yet now feel anxious, disconnected, or unsure of yourself or your relationships. Many men seek therapy when stress, depression, relationship strain, or past trauma begin to erode sleep, focus, or emotional steadiness. You may still be functioning, but something feels increasingly unsustainable—costing you closeness, self-respect, or a sense of direction. Therapy can be a place to pause, get honest about what’s happening, and choose a steadier, more aligned way forward.
My ideal client struggles with low self-esteem, self-doubt, and negative self-talk, often rooted in past experiences. These internal blocks keep them from reaching their potential in personal, professional, or creative areas. They deeply desire to feel empowered, build confidence, and take meaningful action toward their goals. They seek support to overcome limiting beliefs, develop resilience, and create a life they feel proud of—one where they trust themselves and feel in control.
My ideal client struggles with low self-esteem, self-doubt, and negative self-talk, often rooted in past experiences. These internal blocks keep them from reaching their potential in personal, professional, or creative areas. They deeply desire to feel empowered, build confidence, and take meaningful action toward their goals. They seek support to overcome limiting beliefs, develop resilience, and create a life they feel proud of—one where they trust themselves and feel in control.
I proudly identify as a First-Generation Queer Filipinx, embracing she/they/siya pronouns.
Beyond my therapeutic practice, I am a passionate community organizer advocating for social justice. My activism journey has shaped my perspective, fostering an intersectional lens grounded in Feminist and Social Justice Theory, Transformative Justice, Restorative Justice, Ethnic Studies, Decolonial Practices, and Trauma Informed Care.
I proudly identify as a First-Generation Queer Filipinx, embracing she/they/siya pronouns.
Beyond my therapeutic practice, I am a passionate community organizer advocating for social justice. My activism journey has shaped my perspective, fostering an intersectional lens grounded in Feminist and Social Justice Theory, Transformative Justice, Restorative Justice, Ethnic Studies, Decolonial Practices, and Trauma Informed Care.
Starting or considering therapy is a big first step, and holding a safe space for you is an honor. As a seasoned therapist, I help young adults and professionals find more meaning and fulfillment by overcoming stress, conflict, burnout, trauma, and substance. In addition, with nearly a decade of experience in tech/startup and related industries, I understand the unique pressures of fast-paced, high-demand environments and finding balance to thrive.
Starting or considering therapy is a big first step, and holding a safe space for you is an honor. As a seasoned therapist, I help young adults and professionals find more meaning and fulfillment by overcoming stress, conflict, burnout, trauma, and substance. In addition, with nearly a decade of experience in tech/startup and related industries, I understand the unique pressures of fast-paced, high-demand environments and finding balance to thrive.
At Change Within Reach, we know that seeking therapy is a courageous step, and we’re here to support you with compassion, expertise, and personalized care. Founded in 2015 by Anna Gershelis, Ph.D., LCSW, our clinic has grown into a thriving practice dedicated to providing holistic, client-centered mental health services. Our team of licensed therapists is passionate about helping you make lasting, meaningful change.
At Change Within Reach, we know that seeking therapy is a courageous step, and we’re here to support you with compassion, expertise, and personalized care. Founded in 2015 by Anna Gershelis, Ph.D., LCSW, our clinic has grown into a thriving practice dedicated to providing holistic, client-centered mental health services. Our team of licensed therapists is passionate about helping you make lasting, meaningful change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience, dedicated to providing a holistic, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach to healing. I specialize in supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and relationship challenges. My practice is rooted in creating a safe and affirming space where clients can explore their emotions, gain insight, and develop practical coping strategies.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience, dedicated to providing a holistic, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach to healing. I specialize in supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and relationship challenges. My practice is rooted in creating a safe and affirming space where clients can explore their emotions, gain insight, and develop practical coping strategies.
I have a strong passion working with college students, adults, the older adult/elderly community, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
As a culturally sensitive therapist, I am here to guide and assist you in becoming the person you want to be. I provide healthy coping strategies and skills to help alleviate what you are going through. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) but also use whatever modality/approach would be most beneficial for my clients' needs.
I have a strong passion working with college students, adults, the older adult/elderly community, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
As a culturally sensitive therapist, I am here to guide and assist you in becoming the person you want to be. I provide healthy coping strategies and skills to help alleviate what you are going through. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) but also use whatever modality/approach would be most beneficial for my clients' needs.
Although I have experience, education, and training in psychology, you will always be the expert on “you”. I approach therapy as a collaboration where we unite as a team to hold space for, explore, and honor some of the most important aspects of your life. I look forward to building a unique approach to therapy with each client that values you as the other half of our team, and I recognize that what might work for one person may not be the best way to collaborate with you.
Although I have experience, education, and training in psychology, you will always be the expert on “you”. I approach therapy as a collaboration where we unite as a team to hold space for, explore, and honor some of the most important aspects of your life. I look forward to building a unique approach to therapy with each client that values you as the other half of our team, and I recognize that what might work for one person may not be the best way to collaborate with you.
AOC Alpha Omega Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CCTP II, CAGCS, CA,FL, NY &Tx
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Let's talk. Are you feeling uncertain, fearful, sad, anxious, insecure, struggling with addiction? We help people who are struggling with the root causes of anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, family conflict and to recover from Narcissistic Abuse relationships; to find healing through balance, transformation and wellness. Counseling is the most rewarding investment that you will ever make; in yourself, your relationships and your emotional health. We specialize in and are certified in Trauma and Grief. We offer Phone, Video and Text Counseling Sessions. No MORE SHAME, FEAR or STIGMA
Let's talk. Are you feeling uncertain, fearful, sad, anxious, insecure, struggling with addiction? We help people who are struggling with the root causes of anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, family conflict and to recover from Narcissistic Abuse relationships; to find healing through balance, transformation and wellness. Counseling is the most rewarding investment that you will ever make; in yourself, your relationships and your emotional health. We specialize in and are certified in Trauma and Grief. We offer Phone, Video and Text Counseling Sessions. No MORE SHAME, FEAR or STIGMA
You are here for that sense of belonging & connection, especially when multiple global crises have left communities hopeless, and in a constant state of vigilance. While some anxiety/depression is a normal response to the hyper-violence we are facing as a collective (on screens or in reality), it can feel extremely overwhelming to experience this every day, on top of expectations from work, family, and other relationships. As a child of the Lao Isaan/Southeast Asian diaspora, my passion is working with fellow children of refugee/immigrant diasporas to feel seen + heard + validated through an anti-oppressive framework.
You are here for that sense of belonging & connection, especially when multiple global crises have left communities hopeless, and in a constant state of vigilance. While some anxiety/depression is a normal response to the hyper-violence we are facing as a collective (on screens or in reality), it can feel extremely overwhelming to experience this every day, on top of expectations from work, family, and other relationships. As a child of the Lao Isaan/Southeast Asian diaspora, my passion is working with fellow children of refugee/immigrant diasporas to feel seen + heard + validated through an anti-oppressive framework.
I have significant experience working and living within the LGBTQ+ community, providing gender-affirming care to Trans and Non-Binary individuals, as well as supportive counseling to their loved ones.
Hello and welcome. I’m glad you’re here, taking an important step toward investing in your well-being—your most valuable asset. Based in Davis, I offer expert in-person and telehealth therapy to individuals and couples across California. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and grief using evidence-based, trauma-informed care. My approach integrates EFT, ACT, CBT, and DBT techniques tailored to your needs, whether for brief support or long-term growth. Together, we’ll build a safe, collaborative space where you can heal, grow, and move forward with confidence. If you’re ready to take that next step, I’m here.
I have significant experience working and living within the LGBTQ+ community, providing gender-affirming care to Trans and Non-Binary individuals, as well as supportive counseling to their loved ones.
Hello and welcome. I’m glad you’re here, taking an important step toward investing in your well-being—your most valuable asset. Based in Davis, I offer expert in-person and telehealth therapy to individuals and couples across California. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and grief using evidence-based, trauma-informed care. My approach integrates EFT, ACT, CBT, and DBT techniques tailored to your needs, whether for brief support or long-term growth. Together, we’ll build a safe, collaborative space where you can heal, grow, and move forward with confidence. If you’re ready to take that next step, I’m here.
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