Lesbian Therapists in San Diego, CA
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate. No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. Open Mind Health offers a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges – no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate. No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. Open Mind Health offers a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges – no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
Waves, A Psych Co. - Centering Lgbtq+ Mental Hlth
Psychologist, PsyD, MHP-500
10 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101
We can often get clients an appt in a week!
Through LGBTQI+ centered individualized weekly talk and/or somatic therapy, Waves psychologists help teens and adults, including families, & relational units, better understand themselves and start living their best life. We offer queer and trans - affirming trauma-informed talk therapy, EMDR, and Connecting to Your body sessions using Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy. We are all about neurodiversity and are actively working towards being anti-racist. We are also fat-affirming and Jewish - knowledgeable. We are bisexual, pansexual, and intersex affirming and knowledgeable.
We can often get clients an appt in a week!
Through LGBTQI+ centered individualized weekly talk and/or somatic therapy, Waves psychologists help teens and adults, including families, & relational units, better understand themselves and start living their best life. We offer queer and trans - affirming trauma-informed talk therapy, EMDR, and Connecting to Your body sessions using Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy. We are all about neurodiversity and are actively working towards being anti-racist. We are also fat-affirming and Jewish - knowledgeable. We are bisexual, pansexual, and intersex affirming and knowledgeable.
My ideal client feels overwhelmed, exhausted, or emotionally hurt. They are searching for ways to heal but may not know where to begin. Often, they wonder why they sacrifice their authenticity to please others, why care isn’t reciprocated, or have been betrayed and struggle to trust. Most are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulties in relationships, or sexuality or gender identity. Their goals are as much about clarity and meaning as symptom relief. They want a therapist who is empathic, authentic, and nonjudgmental—someone who is kind, caring, listens deeply, yet is also direct and asks challenging questions.
My ideal client feels overwhelmed, exhausted, or emotionally hurt. They are searching for ways to heal but may not know where to begin. Often, they wonder why they sacrifice their authenticity to please others, why care isn’t reciprocated, or have been betrayed and struggle to trust. Most are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulties in relationships, or sexuality or gender identity. Their goals are as much about clarity and meaning as symptom relief. They want a therapist who is empathic, authentic, and nonjudgmental—someone who is kind, caring, listens deeply, yet is also direct and asks challenging questions.
Hi, I am Brookelynn and I work with neurodivergent adults and teens in therapy! Aside from my clinical experience, I am neurodivergent (Autistic and ADHD) myself. I have a passion for working with clients to understand their brain and neurotype, unmask, manage burn out, and cope in ways that work with their brains and not against them! Whether you are struggling with relationships, work, school, or parenting - I can meet you where you are at and support you. We can thrive when we accommodate ourselves in the ways that we need, and I am here to support you in understanding what this looks like for you.
Hi, I am Brookelynn and I work with neurodivergent adults and teens in therapy! Aside from my clinical experience, I am neurodivergent (Autistic and ADHD) myself. I have a passion for working with clients to understand their brain and neurotype, unmask, manage burn out, and cope in ways that work with their brains and not against them! Whether you are struggling with relationships, work, school, or parenting - I can meet you where you are at and support you. We can thrive when we accommodate ourselves in the ways that we need, and I am here to support you in understanding what this looks like for you.
I work primarily with neuro-complex and gifted adults with relational and systemic trauma. My clients typically have intersectional and multiple marginalized identities and have been functioning at a very high level within dominant culture (higher ed, corporate America, healthcare, the law, etc) - but are struggling with how unhealed patterns keep showing up in their lives; in their relationships, their career, and in their own sense of self. They've done everything right and excelled, but are left with anxiety, burnout, toxic relationships, loneliness, existential dread...the math ain't mathin' and they need help figuring shit out.
I work primarily with neuro-complex and gifted adults with relational and systemic trauma. My clients typically have intersectional and multiple marginalized identities and have been functioning at a very high level within dominant culture (higher ed, corporate America, healthcare, the law, etc) - but are struggling with how unhealed patterns keep showing up in their lives; in their relationships, their career, and in their own sense of self. They've done everything right and excelled, but are left with anxiety, burnout, toxic relationships, loneliness, existential dread...the math ain't mathin' and they need help figuring shit out.
As a queer, person of color and non-binary therapist, I take pride in providing a genuine, lighthearted, non-judgmental but direct approach to those managing mental health and/or relationship issues. I also specialize in LGBTQ+/GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse) issues including gender therapy to the Trans community and their families/partners. I utilize an eclectic style with various modalities and interventions including DBT, CBT, IFS and whatever may be relevant for YOUR treatment and success.
As a queer, person of color and non-binary therapist, I take pride in providing a genuine, lighthearted, non-judgmental but direct approach to those managing mental health and/or relationship issues. I also specialize in LGBTQ+/GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse) issues including gender therapy to the Trans community and their families/partners. I utilize an eclectic style with various modalities and interventions including DBT, CBT, IFS and whatever may be relevant for YOUR treatment and success.
I'm a Psychologist in CA and MN who believes each person has the potential to grow at any age. My ultimate focus in therapy is to not merely eliminate “symptoms” but to increase your fulfillment in life, as defined by you. This means treatment is customized to meet YOUR needs so you can meet your goals. I'm LGBTQIA+-Affirming & provide therapy for a variety of clinical disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, & interpersonal difficulties. I'm MAP-Informed. I believe in the potential for individual and emotional growth, striving to provide a safe and warm environment in which you can explore and thrive.
I'm a Psychologist in CA and MN who believes each person has the potential to grow at any age. My ultimate focus in therapy is to not merely eliminate “symptoms” but to increase your fulfillment in life, as defined by you. This means treatment is customized to meet YOUR needs so you can meet your goals. I'm LGBTQIA+-Affirming & provide therapy for a variety of clinical disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, & interpersonal difficulties. I'm MAP-Informed. I believe in the potential for individual and emotional growth, striving to provide a safe and warm environment in which you can explore and thrive.
Positive Psychology Inc. is a team of compassionate, social justice–oriented QTBIPOC psychologists dedicated to supporting your happiness and sense of fulfillment.
Our work is strength-based, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming, while honoring each clinician’s unique perspective and providing individualized, client-centered care.
We focus on liberation and the expansion of your overall well-being—not just symptom reduction.
We maintain equity-based sliding scale and insurance options for those historically marginalized.
You deserve to feel better—and to be supported in ways that truly fit you!
Positive Psychology Inc. is a team of compassionate, social justice–oriented QTBIPOC psychologists dedicated to supporting your happiness and sense of fulfillment.
Our work is strength-based, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming, while honoring each clinician’s unique perspective and providing individualized, client-centered care.
We focus on liberation and the expansion of your overall well-being—not just symptom reduction.
We maintain equity-based sliding scale and insurance options for those historically marginalized.
You deserve to feel better—and to be supported in ways that truly fit you!
In my work, I focus on providing compassionate and empathetic care to clients. My approach integrates Internal Family Systems, somatic therapy, and trauma informed treatment to help individuals address complex life/relationship challenges and foster meaningful personal growth. As an out and proud therapist, I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ folks, women, and with relationship challenges.
In my work, I focus on providing compassionate and empathetic care to clients. My approach integrates Internal Family Systems, somatic therapy, and trauma informed treatment to help individuals address complex life/relationship challenges and foster meaningful personal growth. As an out and proud therapist, I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ folks, women, and with relationship challenges.
Most of my clients are high achievers who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, queer, trans, poly, or questioning with high functioning ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, or CPTSD.
If you're struggling with self-care, burnout, managing everyone's emotions and problems, while carrying the weight of this insane political climate, I can imagine how exhausted you must be. Collaborating to find new tools will help you get back to your best self, find time & energy, and leave you feeling refilled, rather than depleted, in your connections.
Most of my clients are high achievers who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, queer, trans, poly, or questioning with high functioning ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, or CPTSD.
If you're struggling with self-care, burnout, managing everyone's emotions and problems, while carrying the weight of this insane political climate, I can imagine how exhausted you must be. Collaborating to find new tools will help you get back to your best self, find time & energy, and leave you feeling refilled, rather than depleted, in your connections.
We’re all doing the best we can with what we have to work with. Sometimes we can use some extra tools in our toolbox to support us in managing when life occurrences seem to pile up and we just need a break. Amber has experience in treating a range of symptoms, including those related to PTSD, anxiety and depression.
Amber is an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and consultant, a Gottman Institute Certified Gottman Therapist, and a Certified Sex Therapist. She provides therapy to both the general population and high-profile, public-facing and celebrity clients. Amber is licensed in California, Iowa and Oregon.
We’re all doing the best we can with what we have to work with. Sometimes we can use some extra tools in our toolbox to support us in managing when life occurrences seem to pile up and we just need a break. Amber has experience in treating a range of symptoms, including those related to PTSD, anxiety and depression.
Amber is an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and consultant, a Gottman Institute Certified Gottman Therapist, and a Certified Sex Therapist. She provides therapy to both the general population and high-profile, public-facing and celebrity clients. Amber is licensed in California, Iowa and Oregon.
Hi, I’m Maren! I’m a sex therapist and trauma specialist passionate about helping people feel connected to themselves and their relationships. I combine sex therapy with trauma therapy using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model to address the root causes of disconnection and help you reclaim intimacy, trust, and joy. I’m also psychedelic-friendly and offer Ketamine-Assisted therapy to deepen healing and foster profound transformation. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Let’s work together to create the connection, growth, and healing you deserve!
Hi, I’m Maren! I’m a sex therapist and trauma specialist passionate about helping people feel connected to themselves and their relationships. I combine sex therapy with trauma therapy using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model to address the root causes of disconnection and help you reclaim intimacy, trust, and joy. I’m also psychedelic-friendly and offer Ketamine-Assisted therapy to deepen healing and foster profound transformation. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Let’s work together to create the connection, growth, and healing you deserve!
I am Accepting Clients currently. You might feel isolated, struggling to be seen and accepted in a world that doesn’t always understand. If you’re transgender, you may face barriers to expressing who you are, feeling judged or invisible. If living with ADHD, perhaps you feel overwhelmed, frustrated by daily pressures, or misunderstood. Or if you’re healing from religious or other trauma, deep scars may linger from beliefs that once defined you but now feel harmful. I’m here to help you find peace, reclaim your sense of self, and experience the freedom of truly being seen. Together, we’ll navigate a path that honors your truth
I am Accepting Clients currently. You might feel isolated, struggling to be seen and accepted in a world that doesn’t always understand. If you’re transgender, you may face barriers to expressing who you are, feeling judged or invisible. If living with ADHD, perhaps you feel overwhelmed, frustrated by daily pressures, or misunderstood. Or if you’re healing from religious or other trauma, deep scars may linger from beliefs that once defined you but now feel harmful. I’m here to help you find peace, reclaim your sense of self, and experience the freedom of truly being seen. Together, we’ll navigate a path that honors your truth
Kelly Hutton, Chronic pain and illness therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92102
Welcome! Do you have chronic pain, chronic fatigue, or chronic illness you are managing? Or, do you love someone or care for someone with these issues? If so, you are in the right place. I specialize in working with chronic pain, chronic illness, medical trauma, neurocognitive issues (memory). Living with pain/illness comes with enormous grief, and it can be incredibly lonely. You might find you are irritable, have trouble with sleeping, can't concentrate or focus or struggle with daily tasks that used to be easy. Your relationships might be suffering as you can't show up how you used to. I am here to support you.
Welcome! Do you have chronic pain, chronic fatigue, or chronic illness you are managing? Or, do you love someone or care for someone with these issues? If so, you are in the right place. I specialize in working with chronic pain, chronic illness, medical trauma, neurocognitive issues (memory). Living with pain/illness comes with enormous grief, and it can be incredibly lonely. You might find you are irritable, have trouble with sleeping, can't concentrate or focus or struggle with daily tasks that used to be easy. Your relationships might be suffering as you can't show up how you used to. I am here to support you.
Julia Malone | CA, AZ, VA Couple & EMDR
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
11 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling like "It's me, HI, I'm the problem it's me"? The anxiety and overwhelm just feel too much and you're looking for a place to unpack some painful memories from the past. As you've gotten older, navigated relationships, or have had children of your own, you have really been struggling to feel confident and find clarity in navigating life's challenges. I'm Julia and I help adults work through generational (complex) trauma alleviate their anxiety, change patterns of perfectionism, people pleasing, and codependency and connect deeply with themselves and those they love. Let's break cycles of generational trauma together!
Feeling like "It's me, HI, I'm the problem it's me"? The anxiety and overwhelm just feel too much and you're looking for a place to unpack some painful memories from the past. As you've gotten older, navigated relationships, or have had children of your own, you have really been struggling to feel confident and find clarity in navigating life's challenges. I'm Julia and I help adults work through generational (complex) trauma alleviate their anxiety, change patterns of perfectionism, people pleasing, and codependency and connect deeply with themselves and those they love. Let's break cycles of generational trauma together!
Hi! I'm Alexis, a queer, multiracial, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher with a passion for empowering and walking alongside others who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community on their life journey. My goal is to provide a safe space for the individuals I work with to explore their many identities as well as empower my clients to be their most true and unique selves. My approach to therapy is client centered and led. I believe the greatest gift of therapy is in the therapeutic connection formed between the client and the therapist and I work to create a safe, welcoming and affirming space.
Hi! I'm Alexis, a queer, multiracial, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher with a passion for empowering and walking alongside others who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community on their life journey. My goal is to provide a safe space for the individuals I work with to explore their many identities as well as empower my clients to be their most true and unique selves. My approach to therapy is client centered and led. I believe the greatest gift of therapy is in the therapeutic connection formed between the client and the therapist and I work to create a safe, welcoming and affirming space.
Feeling tired, restless, unmotivated, or frustrated with life? I’m here to help you find more peace, joy, love, and confidence. Therapy can be a space where you reconnect with your true, authentic self. I guide clients toward that meeting place in a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and safe environment. My approach values your unique identities, culture, and lived experiences.
Feeling tired, restless, unmotivated, or frustrated with life? I’m here to help you find more peace, joy, love, and confidence. Therapy can be a space where you reconnect with your true, authentic self. I guide clients toward that meeting place in a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and safe environment. My approach values your unique identities, culture, and lived experiences.
You deserve support through life’s challenges and the chance to thrive. When life doesn’t go as planned, it can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, safe space where you are heard and valued. Together, we’ll create a personalized path to healing, whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, or trauma. Using evidence-based techniques and mindfulness within a culturally supportive framework, I’ll help you shift your relationship with difficult emotions and increase your confidence. You deserve a fulfilling life, and I’m here to collaborate and support you in creating lasting, meaningful change.
You deserve support through life’s challenges and the chance to thrive. When life doesn’t go as planned, it can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, safe space where you are heard and valued. Together, we’ll create a personalized path to healing, whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, or trauma. Using evidence-based techniques and mindfulness within a culturally supportive framework, I’ll help you shift your relationship with difficult emotions and increase your confidence. You deserve a fulfilling life, and I’m here to collaborate and support you in creating lasting, meaningful change.
I work with adults who appear high-functioning but privately struggle with anxiety, relationships, identity, trauma, or loss. Many feel stuck or unseen despite outward success. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns and build practical tools for lasting change.
I work with adults who appear high-functioning but privately struggle with anxiety, relationships, identity, trauma, or loss. Many feel stuck or unseen despite outward success. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns and build practical tools for lasting change.
Many of my clients come to me feeling disconnected - from themselves, their bodies, their relationships, or their true desires. Often this disconnection stems from past trauma, anxiety, or the pressures of performance and perfectionism that weigh heavily on our systems. People bring me things they might not feel safe talking about with other providers or even friends, such as body image issues, erectile dysfunction, childhood abuse, and identity concerns. I specialize in working with queer, nonmonogamous, and kinky folks, though I'm happy to show up for anyone who is ready to nurture a deeper sense of connection in their lives.
Many of my clients come to me feeling disconnected - from themselves, their bodies, their relationships, or their true desires. Often this disconnection stems from past trauma, anxiety, or the pressures of performance and perfectionism that weigh heavily on our systems. People bring me things they might not feel safe talking about with other providers or even friends, such as body image issues, erectile dysfunction, childhood abuse, and identity concerns. I specialize in working with queer, nonmonogamous, and kinky folks, though I'm happy to show up for anyone who is ready to nurture a deeper sense of connection in their lives.
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Lesbian Therapists
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.