Transgender Therapists in San Diego, CA
Let’s collaborate so we can work together to support your ongoing healing and growth. I work towards engaging from a compassionate, anti-oppressive, and trauma informed positionality. One of my focuses is on collaborating to better understand yourself as an integrated mind/body/spirit/social/relational being (soma) and reprocessing what your soma holds. Some of the ways in which we can do this is through building upon the stories that empower you and learning skills for personal and/or interpersonal fulfillment. We all deserve to live our lives liberated from the reactive survival responses of trauma.
Let’s collaborate so we can work together to support your ongoing healing and growth. I work towards engaging from a compassionate, anti-oppressive, and trauma informed positionality. One of my focuses is on collaborating to better understand yourself as an integrated mind/body/spirit/social/relational being (soma) and reprocessing what your soma holds. Some of the ways in which we can do this is through building upon the stories that empower you and learning skills for personal and/or interpersonal fulfillment. We all deserve to live our lives liberated from the reactive survival responses of trauma.
Clients who seek me out for therapy often identify with historically underrepresented groups such as Black, Indigenous, people of transnational-immigrant diaspora, LGBTQIA+ individuals/couples/CNM configurations, sex workers, and more. My therapy services include but are not limited to supporting individuals/couples/CNM configurations navigating life transitions, processing trauma to release the influence of the past on the present, as well as finding/developing their emotional balance. I have experience working with Consensually Nonmonogamous Configurations as well as Kinky populations in regard to my relational work.
Clients who seek me out for therapy often identify with historically underrepresented groups such as Black, Indigenous, people of transnational-immigrant diaspora, LGBTQIA+ individuals/couples/CNM configurations, sex workers, and more. My therapy services include but are not limited to supporting individuals/couples/CNM configurations navigating life transitions, processing trauma to release the influence of the past on the present, as well as finding/developing their emotional balance. I have experience working with Consensually Nonmonogamous Configurations as well as Kinky populations in regard to my relational work.
You may be someone who doesn't always feel like you fit in, who overthinks, or often feels guilty saying "no." You're probably exhausted & maybe even burnt out. Clients often come into my office seeking relief, clarity, and new perspectives. Whether you're coping with masking, chronic self-doubt, negative self-talk, or feeling disconnected from your body and community—I offer a space for healing that honors your lived experience. I specialize in supporting queer, gender expansive, and neurodivergent adults by integrating various approaches grounded in curiosity, self-compassion, nervous system regulation, and narrative reframing.
You may be someone who doesn't always feel like you fit in, who overthinks, or often feels guilty saying "no." You're probably exhausted & maybe even burnt out. Clients often come into my office seeking relief, clarity, and new perspectives. Whether you're coping with masking, chronic self-doubt, negative self-talk, or feeling disconnected from your body and community—I offer a space for healing that honors your lived experience. I specialize in supporting queer, gender expansive, and neurodivergent adults by integrating various approaches grounded in curiosity, self-compassion, nervous system regulation, and narrative reframing.
Hello! My name is Tay (they/them/elle), and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in San Diego, California. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Multicultural Community Counseling and Social Justice Education.
I am passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQ+ communities, people of color, and those in non-monogamous and kink-affirming communities. My practice is grounded in cultural humility, affirming care, and a commitment to creating a space where clients can show up as their authentic selves.
Hello! My name is Tay (they/them/elle), and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in San Diego, California. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Multicultural Community Counseling and Social Justice Education.
I am passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQ+ communities, people of color, and those in non-monogamous and kink-affirming communities. My practice is grounded in cultural humility, affirming care, and a commitment to creating a space where clients can show up as their authentic selves.
I am nonbinary, neurodivergent and Latinx and provide gender affirming care in English and Spanish.
I have experience working in community-based health in the Bay Area, providing support to individuals and families in school, office, and community-based settings. I offer an integrative approach to therapy to provide individualized care to my clients. Tengo experiencia trabajando en salud comunitaria en el Área de la Bahía,
I am nonbinary, neurodivergent and Latinx and provide gender affirming care in English and Spanish.
I have experience working in community-based health in the Bay Area, providing support to individuals and families in school, office, and community-based settings. I offer an integrative approach to therapy to provide individualized care to my clients. Tengo experiencia trabajando en salud comunitaria en el Área de la Bahía,
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.
Hi, I’m Everest Deadlock (they/them), an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I offer LGBTQIA+ affirming, culturally responsive therapy to adolescents, adults, couples, and families through telehealth across the state. I specialize in supporting neurodiverse individuals, racial and ethnic minorities, and members of the queer community who are navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, identity exploration, and major life transitions. My goal is to create a space where all parts of you feel seen, supported, and safe to explore.
Hi, I’m Everest Deadlock (they/them), an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I offer LGBTQIA+ affirming, culturally responsive therapy to adolescents, adults, couples, and families through telehealth across the state. I specialize in supporting neurodiverse individuals, racial and ethnic minorities, and members of the queer community who are navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, identity exploration, and major life transitions. My goal is to create a space where all parts of you feel seen, supported, and safe to explore.
These populations include people of color, queer people, and transgender, nonbinary, and gender expansive people.
I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), but I also provide sex therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and exposure therapy. Much of the treatment I provide focuses on making changes in the service of living our most meaningful lives.
These populations include people of color, queer people, and transgender, nonbinary, and gender expansive people.
I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), but I also provide sex therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and exposure therapy. Much of the treatment I provide focuses on making changes in the service of living our most meaningful lives.
Hi, my name is Kayla and my hope is to continue to support individuals in navigating the effects of daily stress and anxiety to more complex issues of depression and post traumatic stress disorder. Whether it's learning to understand our own mental health or just gain a better understanding of our own thoughts and feelings, I believe that each of us hold the ability to heal, and in doing so, find what helps us thrive. My approach to each session is to provide a safe space for clients to be at ease in the present and gain clarity while exploring, challenging and healing core wounds, values and behaviors.
Hi, my name is Kayla and my hope is to continue to support individuals in navigating the effects of daily stress and anxiety to more complex issues of depression and post traumatic stress disorder. Whether it's learning to understand our own mental health or just gain a better understanding of our own thoughts and feelings, I believe that each of us hold the ability to heal, and in doing so, find what helps us thrive. My approach to each session is to provide a safe space for clients to be at ease in the present and gain clarity while exploring, challenging and healing core wounds, values and behaviors.
Hi, I’m Max, a San Diego-based licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), practicing since 2017. I have experience in multiple models of therapy, most extensively Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I like to work with people through periods of self-discovery and growth, to craft a personal narrative that feels grounded and real. Whether this is gender transition, relationship changes, grappling with a new diagnosis, or understanding effects of past experiences, it has to make sense to you in your own words.
Hi, I’m Max, a San Diego-based licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), practicing since 2017. I have experience in multiple models of therapy, most extensively Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I like to work with people through periods of self-discovery and growth, to craft a personal narrative that feels grounded and real. Whether this is gender transition, relationship changes, grappling with a new diagnosis, or understanding effects of past experiences, it has to make sense to you in your own words.
Hello there! I'd be happy to work with you. I work with adults and some teens (14 and older) and couples. In-person or video. I enjoy helping those with relationship strain, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+, couples/marital issues, alcohol abuse, PTSD, and difficult life circumstances. I have a specialty in medical psychology (i.e., health behavior change, insomnia, weight loss, cancer, grief/bereavement, etc.). Cognitive behavioral therapy is offered along with a non-judgmental approach that is supportive and non-confrontational. Please email, or text to set up your intake appt. (619) 880-5711. I am an exclusive LYRA Health provider!
Hello there! I'd be happy to work with you. I work with adults and some teens (14 and older) and couples. In-person or video. I enjoy helping those with relationship strain, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+, couples/marital issues, alcohol abuse, PTSD, and difficult life circumstances. I have a specialty in medical psychology (i.e., health behavior change, insomnia, weight loss, cancer, grief/bereavement, etc.). Cognitive behavioral therapy is offered along with a non-judgmental approach that is supportive and non-confrontational. Please email, or text to set up your intake appt. (619) 880-5711. I am an exclusive LYRA Health provider!
Adele Marrs Queer + Trans Affirming
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, APCC
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92127
I have received specialized training in supporting queer and trans community resilience and thriving in the contexts of navigating gender identity and sexual orientation as well as experiences of suicidality.
Hi there! Thank you for stopping by. I am a queer, nonbinary counselor working primarily with LGBTQIA+ communities focusing on reproductive mental health, identity exploration, and experiences of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I believe that distress is often a very human response to the dehumanizing experience of living within systems that cultivate vast social inequity. In response I seek to create a warm and collaborative therapeutic space, allowing for greater joy and connection outside of the therapy room.
I have received specialized training in supporting queer and trans community resilience and thriving in the contexts of navigating gender identity and sexual orientation as well as experiences of suicidality.
Hi there! Thank you for stopping by. I am a queer, nonbinary counselor working primarily with LGBTQIA+ communities focusing on reproductive mental health, identity exploration, and experiences of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I believe that distress is often a very human response to the dehumanizing experience of living within systems that cultivate vast social inequity. In response I seek to create a warm and collaborative therapeutic space, allowing for greater joy and connection outside of the therapy room.
You’ve had to carry too much for too long—navigating trauma, identity, or systems that don’t fully see you. You may feel exhausted, disconnected, or longing for space to simply be. As a queer and trans therapist based in San Diego, I offer EMDR and somatic approaches to help you heal from complex trauma and reconnect with your body and sense of self. I create a space where your culture, queerness, grief, and resilience are welcomed. I work with LGBTQ+ folks, BIPOC communities, femmes, and adult children of immigrants across California to help you reconnect with who you are beyond survival mode.
You’ve had to carry too much for too long—navigating trauma, identity, or systems that don’t fully see you. You may feel exhausted, disconnected, or longing for space to simply be. As a queer and trans therapist based in San Diego, I offer EMDR and somatic approaches to help you heal from complex trauma and reconnect with your body and sense of self. I create a space where your culture, queerness, grief, and resilience are welcomed. I work with LGBTQ+ folks, BIPOC communities, femmes, and adult children of immigrants across California to help you reconnect with who you are beyond survival mode.
I specialize in helping LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer clients, heal through EMDR therapy, trauma-focused counseling, and LGBTQ+ affirming therapy.
I use evidence-based approaches like EMDR, Gottman Method, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness to help clients heal from trauma, improve relationships, and build emotional resilience. My style is collaborative, compassionate, and goal-oriented, tailored to support meaningful, lasting change treating Depression, Anxiety for LGBTQ & Gay Clients.
I specialize in helping LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer clients, heal through EMDR therapy, trauma-focused counseling, and LGBTQ+ affirming therapy.
I use evidence-based approaches like EMDR, Gottman Method, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness to help clients heal from trauma, improve relationships, and build emotional resilience. My style is collaborative, compassionate, and goal-oriented, tailored to support meaningful, lasting change treating Depression, Anxiety for LGBTQ & Gay Clients.
I specialize in working with the LGBTQ community with a focus on transgender and nonbinary folks to address issues including gender dysphoria, identity exploration, anxiety, and depression.
My name is Ezak and my pronouns are they, them, theirs. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Gender Specialist at Magic Within Therapy. I show up as a queer, nonbinary, Puerto Rican/Mexican therapist who leads with humor, heart, and a deep commitment to justice. In our work together, we’ll name the bullshit (capitalism, patriarchy, white supremacy, transphobia… all of it), while also making space for softness, laughter, and the magic of being fully yourself.
I specialize in working with the LGBTQ community with a focus on transgender and nonbinary folks to address issues including gender dysphoria, identity exploration, anxiety, and depression.
My name is Ezak and my pronouns are they, them, theirs. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Gender Specialist at Magic Within Therapy. I show up as a queer, nonbinary, Puerto Rican/Mexican therapist who leads with humor, heart, and a deep commitment to justice. In our work together, we’ll name the bullshit (capitalism, patriarchy, white supremacy, transphobia… all of it), while also making space for softness, laughter, and the magic of being fully yourself.
I work with and alongside LGBTQIA and BIPOC folks to work through old and new wounds, challenges, and barriers that prevent you from becoming your true and most authentic self. Whether you want to work through trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues (including with yourself!), gender feelings, sexuality questions, sex dilemmas, life transitions, creative blocks, existential dread, or not feeling good enough– No topic is too much. Let’s work together so you can achieve greater balance, connection, growth, and freedom.
I work with and alongside LGBTQIA and BIPOC folks to work through old and new wounds, challenges, and barriers that prevent you from becoming your true and most authentic self. Whether you want to work through trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues (including with yourself!), gender feelings, sexuality questions, sex dilemmas, life transitions, creative blocks, existential dread, or not feeling good enough– No topic is too much. Let’s work together so you can achieve greater balance, connection, growth, and freedom.
Do you have difficulty keeping up with the demands of life? Do you feel disconnected or down? Does it seem like your mind is often running away with worry? Are you going through a change and could use some guidance? You're not alone and I'd like to help! You and I both know that over time, life can get away from us. I can help you find new ways of living and being that reduce stress and struggle, while enhancing meaning, purpose, and enjoyment of life.
Do you have difficulty keeping up with the demands of life? Do you feel disconnected or down? Does it seem like your mind is often running away with worry? Are you going through a change and could use some guidance? You're not alone and I'd like to help! You and I both know that over time, life can get away from us. I can help you find new ways of living and being that reduce stress and struggle, while enhancing meaning, purpose, and enjoyment of life.
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.
Lauren utilizes gender-affirming therapy, experiential, attachment-based interventions, somatic experiencing, and internal family systems therapies.
Lauren is a Trans Male therapist who treats adults, couples, families, and adolescents, and is especially passionate in providing resources and care to the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. He works with various clients, and while trained in a range of treatment types, he strives to tailor her therapeutic approach to each person and their unique, individual needs.
Some of his specialties include working with ADHD, Autism Spectrum, OCD, collaborative care for complex health conditions and PTSD. He also works well with domestic violence survivors and those looking to take back their power and find ways to use their voice.
Lauren utilizes gender-affirming therapy, experiential, attachment-based interventions, somatic experiencing, and internal family systems therapies.
Lauren is a Trans Male therapist who treats adults, couples, families, and adolescents, and is especially passionate in providing resources and care to the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. He works with various clients, and while trained in a range of treatment types, he strives to tailor her therapeutic approach to each person and their unique, individual needs.
Some of his specialties include working with ADHD, Autism Spectrum, OCD, collaborative care for complex health conditions and PTSD. He also works well with domestic violence survivors and those looking to take back their power and find ways to use their voice.
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.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.