LGBTQ+ Therapists in North Hills, San Diego, CA
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Alex Tanon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Looking for a
queer
affirming therapist who reflects your identity and provides a safe space to heal? Struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or PTSD? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Life is too short to be held back by relationships that no longer serve us, trauma that continues to impact our daily lives, and anxious thinking that preoccupies us day after day. My goal is to work with you to identify and incorporate coping skills that will lend to a more joyful and fulfilling life.
Glenn Allan Alexander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I bring decades of lived experience as a member of the
LGBTQIA
+ community, as well as clinical training and experience to complement my whole-person approach to therapy.
What part of your life is most impacting you? If you answered sexuality, then let's talk! I specialize in issues regarding sex and sexuality- there can be issues of shame, abuse, discrimination, judgment, confusion, and secrecy- and I would love to help you define what your vision of sexual health looks like and feels like for you, your partner, and your family.
Not accepting new clients
Matthew Holley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I specialize in serving the
LGBTQ
+ community, but my experience has allowed me to work effectively people from many different backgrounds.
It is my belief that every person can benefit from therapy at some point in their life. It can be helpful whether you're working through a specific, short-term problem or changing long-standing patterns of behavior, adjusting to an unexpected life change, gaining clarity about decisions or life goals, increasing self-confidence or self-realization, improving communication, or becoming more effective at regulating difficult emotions.
Waitlist for new clients
Bryan Schnebelt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
We are all continually moving through different spaces trying to establish who we are and what is important to us. Adjusting to these environments can be especially difficult if who you are is not embraced, whether it is within your family, at work, in the military, in a social group, or faith-based community. As a member of the
LGBTQIA
+ community, I am an advocate for underrepresented individuals and communities, and try to be affirming to those struggling with being accepted or understood. Therapy can be a space to better recognize your needs, your values, and how to cope more effectively.
Tara McGrath
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m Tara. I help stressed-out
queer
and
trans
folks find connection and direction. I support and accompany grieving atheists, agnostics, humanists and other non-believers on their grief journeys. I help Exvangelical
LGBTQ
+ folks explore and identify their present-day beliefs and identity. Check out my website, Taramcgrath.com for more info. You can book an intro call with me on my site.
Riley Cormack
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Riley works with individuals, couples, families, and groups on a wide range of issues, including relationship concerns, sexuality, depression, personal development,
LGBT
issues, parenting, finances, business & career and more.
Olivia Stagnaro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work especially with Latiné, Jewish, and/or
queer
individuals to navigate the obstacles unique to these lived experiences.
Identity issues can cause intense feelings of isolation preventing so many people from living the way that they yearn to. This is especially true when there are layers of addiction, difficult relational patterns and past traumas. We become so much stronger when we face these things with an unconditionally present ally.
Victoria Grutz, Neurodiversity Affirming Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Additionally, I work with the
LGBTQIA
+ community in my practice.
Welcome to my profile! Are you seeking a therapist who specializes in working with Autistic clients and clients with ADHD? If so, we might be the right fit! As an autistic therapist with lived experience with both autism and adhd, my life's passion is working with neurodiversity. I am a neurodiversity affirming therapist, which means I do not see Autism or ADHD as problematic or something to be treated, I see them as a form of diversity. I work with neurodiverse clients to own their identity, heal from trauma, and work through internalized ableism to lead their most genuine and joyful lives.
Miranda Millican
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Welcome to my practice! My specialty areas include trauma, relationships and body image issues. As a
queer
and neurodivergent therapist, my passions include working with the
LGBTQIA
+ community, and neurodiverse clients (ADHD, autism, other neurotypes). As a neurodiversity affirming provider, I see all neurotypes as equal, and not an issue that needs "treatment". Rather, it is a process of finding your way back to yourself and who you really are. Additionally, I work with the ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, and kink/BDSM community. I work with both couples and individuals and enjoy working with all relationship structures.
Mary (Molly) Gildersleeve
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
As a
queer
provider, I enjoy working with clients from the
LGBTQIA
+ community, as well as from the poly/non-monogamy and kink communities.
Welcome! Are you looking to go deeper in therapy and address the trauma that is at the core of some of the anxiety and depression you are experiencing? If so, we might be a fit! I work with trauma of all kinds, but I have a specific passion for working with sexual trauma. I work from a trauma informed lens, and I work hard to make my clients feel safe and secure with me and in my space. I work from a parts lens, helping you to understand the different parts of you in new ways, and learning to provide yourself with the comfort and safety you have always needed.
Donna M Chapman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I provide services to a variety of populations:
LGBT
and straight, Vets, Active Duty Military,
Transgender
men and women, families and couples with a member who is
Transgender
.
I care...Let me help. We will create a safe, non-judgmental space from which to begin the process of healing. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families who have challenges in substance abuse, anxiety, depression, borderline personality issues and relationship problems. I also enjoy working with the
LGBT
community, specifically with
Transgender
people and their families. My rich life experience (fancy language for I'm older) allows me to truly align with partners and families that have members who are
transgender
and to be an ally with
transgender
individuals as they transition.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
I understand therapy as a compassionate journey of self-discovery. I believe we have the resources within ourselves to develop happy and meaningful lives and relationships. However, sometimes we get stuck, sidetracked, or distracted by the complex world around us. Past traumas or current stressors put up roadblocks. Partnering with a therapist who is a good fit is one way to navigate challenging times. I can help you with * Personal Growth * Life Transitions * Managing Chronic Illness * Issues of Grief and Loss *
LGBT
Issues * Spiritual Growth * Anxiety/Depression * Trauma * Anger Management * Strengthening Relationships * Substance Abuse * Eating Disorders
Diana Lozoya
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I take pride in providing
LGBTQ
+, Asexual /Ace-spec, & Poly affirmative therapy.
Not Currently Accepting New Clients. Are you looking for a warm, non-judgmental space where you can work through the hard parts of your life? As your therapist, I'll collaborate with you to create a safe space for your authentic self to grow. I can utilize my knowledge of therapeutic skills and techniques to support you in your goals, while also recognizing that you are the expert of your own life and the most valuable resources are the strengths and resilience you already possess. I'm here to walk with you in your journey to a more fulfilling reality.
Waitlist for new clients
Amber Merziotis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a member of the
LGBTQ
+ community and have extensive experience supporting people of all ages on their journey in understanding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
I love being a therapist and feel honored to be a part of my clients’ wellness journey. Specializing in trauma-informed somatic therapy, I help people tap into their body’s wisdom to help them feel more integrated in body, mind and spirit. No matter what you are experiencing, you will be met with warmth, patience, and curiosity.
Pamuela Halliwell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a
transgender
therapist embarking on my own personal journey to transitioning.
I think we all can have a time in our lives where we reach a problem or a series of problems and are faced with the question of "how do I get through this?" or "what should I do?" Regardless of what brought you to that crossroad, therapy is a useful means to help you figure out what to do next. Your time is important and your life is meant to be full of happiness. We all are transitioning from something and have to make the choice about what is best for us. Live your life and enjoy it.
Sara Alkhedairy
Counselor, APCC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Welcome! I am so glad you are here and ready to take the next step towards finding support! I specialize in working with non-monogamy, polyamory, and kink/BDSM communities, racial trauma and adult children of immigrants. As a child of Arab immigrants and member of the polyamorous community myself, I love helping clients to rewrite their personal narratives and recognize the influence they have over their lives. Additionally, I specialize in working with the
LGBTQIA
+ community, neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD and other neurotypes) from an affirming lens.
Barbara Morett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Welcome to my practice! Have you been looking for a therapist to support you in your healing process who is affirming of your multiple identities? If so, I might be the right fit for you! I work with the
LGBTQIA
+ community, and have experience working with
trans
, non-binary and gender fluid clients. Additionally, I work with neurodiversity in my practice, specifically with Autism and ADHD. I work from a neurodiveristy affirming lens, meaning I see all neurotypes as equal and give them the respect they deserve in the therapeutic space. I provide sessions in English and Spanish and provide in person and virtual sessions.
Lotus Do
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a Vietnamese-American
transgender
man, I understand that stress, violence and oppression can significantly impact our lives.
Feeling overwhelmed or hopeless? Facing a crossroads? Relief may seem impossible when you are faced with chronic stress or extreme difficulties... but it is possible. My name is Lotus and I may be able to help. I am a Licensed Therapist and Gender Specialist with nearly a decade of experience specializing in treating Gender Dysphoria, PTSD and complex trauma, depression, anxiety and disordered eating across the entire lifespan (9 to 65+ years old).
Jeremy Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified
Verified
As a
gay
male therapist, I strive to act as a resource for
queer
couples looking to deepen their bond with one another.
We as people understand life through our relationships, our experiences, and through the meaning we derive from those experiences. Together, I work with couples and individual clients to recognize their stuck patterns, cultivate strategies to enact change, and engage in actions to create a preferred way of living. I aim to create an accepting and non-judgmental space for clients, where we explore the goals they wish to work on. In couples work I aim to help you and your partner identify the cycles of conflict you may fall into, and how to turn toward each other in these times to foster healing, comfort, and deeper connection.
Monica Sanders
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I find great joy in working with many from diverse backgrounds: Communities of color (specifically African American/Black folks), and
LGBTQIA
+.
Searching for a space where you can just be you? Sometimes life can present challenges that make it hard for us to simply exist as who we are. As your therapist, I will provide a space that is both comforting and non-judgemental. Here we can work together to help you explore unique aspects of yourself that can help you address hardship, live as the fullest version of yourself and a life that feels satisfying for you. My approach to therapy is client-centered, compassionate, collaborative, curious and rooted in the idea that you have the capacity to re-story and improve the reality of your life.
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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.