Transgender Therapists in San Diego, CA
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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.
Ezak Marquez
Counselor, LPCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in working with the LGBTQ community with a focus on
transgender
and nonbinary folks to address a variety of 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 Diaspora Therapy Group. I utilize a person-centered and strengths-based approach and I have been trained through a multicultural and trauma-informed lens. I work with adolescents and adults wanting to make a change in their life and I work collaboratively with my clients to identify their goals.
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).
Zaire Flowers
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a
transgender
, black, and openly queer therapist, I have the skills and experience to help you reach your true potential.
Are you a Black, Queer, Trans, or differently-abled person ready to live authentically with no regrets? I'll help you build the confidence and self-love that will get you there. Discover a life where self-expression thrives and empowerment reigns! I help people of all genders, sexual orientations, races, and religions overcome their internalized oppression and step into a better future. Learn how to eliminate the emotional obstacles that are blocking the path to your best life. Discover delight, balance, and confidence in your own skin. Change the way you live and experience the life that is rightfully yours!
Hazel Hamann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My expertise is with LGBTQIA+, especially
transgender
, nonbinary, and gender diverse folks, & BIPOC, especially Latinx/a/o/e.
I believe in your capacity to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. I'm here to offer support in witnessing and helping to untangle the threads of discontent, dissatisfaction, displeasure, and emotional turmoil. I understand that there are multilayered forms of oppression that can impact our daily lives and sense of being. I specialize in concerns related to gender, sexuality, intimacy, relationships, and sexual practices. I’m a psychotherapist, gender therapist/gender specialist, and consultant.
Jordyn Serwin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
We all deserve to feel seen, included, and understood, no matter who we are. As an LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist, my aim is to help you better see yourself in all aspects of who you are, feel more included in relation to those around you, and experience a greater understanding of how you fit into a wider world. Maybe you’re exploring your non-binary gender for the first time. Maybe you’re supporting a
transgender
family member or partner. Maybe you’re working through relationship challenges as an LGBTQ+ person. Together, we can explore what “seen,” “included,” and “understood” mean for you and how you can achieve them.
Jordyn Olivia Serwin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We all deserve to feel seen, included, and understood, no matter who we are. As an LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist, my aim is to help you better see yourself in all aspects of who you are, feel more included in relation to those around you, and experience a greater understanding of how you fit into a wider world. Maybe you’re exploring your non-binary gender for the first time. Maybe you’re supporting a
transgender
family member or partner. Maybe you’re working through relationship challenges as an LGBTQ+ person. Together, we can explore what “seen,” “included,” and “understood” mean for you and how you can achieve them.
Aba Horthy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
My name is Aba Horthy (they/them) and I am a queer mixed nonbinary therapist who creates a nonjudgemental space for clients. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy, such as coming out,
gender dysphoria
& medical transition. I also specialize in (complex) trauma and PTSD as well as chronic illness, disability, long COVID, grad school anxiety, aging, grief & loss. I have a deep capacity for working with trauma and supporting clients who think their story is “too heavy” for others to bear. I see individual adults, seniors, couples & polycules.
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.
The Lotus Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I treat most issues, however, I specialize in teens, adults, the
transgender
population, women's issues, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and addiction.
I offer Telehealth counseling services for a wide range of life's challenges. I provide services that span from therapy for depression, anxiety,
transgender
related issues, women's issues, adolescent issues, trauma, addiction, to serious or terminal heath issues. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each clients' individual needs to assist in attaining the personal growth they are striving for.
Jordan D Danly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I provide comprehensive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for adults and adolescents with difficulty regulating emotions, maintaining healthy and close relationships, and tolerating distress. I have experience and training working with those who have thoughts or urges for suicide and self harm. I want to help you build the life you have always desired! I am also a trained Gender Therapist and enjoy working with gender-expansive and
transgender
youth and adults seeking support for their gender identity and/or transition process. In addition, I am a Level 2 Gottman trained Couples Therapist.
Kwilanzo Amitai-Crawford
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist registered with the California Behavioral Board of Science and a
transgender
retired combat vet.
Have you ever felt invisible? Even to the people who matter to you most? Are you interested in making a change in your life? Or finding/creating the new you? I believe that we are all on our own heroic journey in search of our own unique calling. My passion is to assist you in your journey to add definition to your life.
Dale Ayres Lcsw Sex Therapist Connection Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW CA, LCSW FL, CST, CCTP, MSW
Verified
Verified
Please visit my website www.connection2life.com I am a stigma free, sex positive, kink aware, sex worker aware, LGBTQ+ friendly therapist. I may be able to help you if you are struggling with depression, out of control sexual behavior, anxiety, self-esteem, alcohol abuse, porn addiction, meth addiction, lack of intimacy, drug abuse, internet addiction, infidelity, trauma and PTSD, grief,
transgender
, gender identity, substance use, anxiety, stress, sexual addiction, codependency, addiction, sexual abuse, divorce, BDSM, Kink, Poly, Gay, Bisexual Lesbian, Queer, Questioning.
John L Guinn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work well with couples, families, adolescents, young adults, older adults, survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence, members of the gay, lesbian, bisexual,
transgender
, queer, questioning, and intersex (GLBTQQI) community, active duty servicemembers and veterans of the U.
"There is no normal life that is free of pain. It's the very wrestling with our problems that can be the IMPETUS for our growth." (Mister Rogers). Approaching mental health and psychotherapy from a person-centered, solution-focused, and action-oriented perspective allows me to assist individuals from diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds with creating and maintaining fulfilling relationships while sustaining a balanced life.
Not accepting new clients
Kelsey Lynn Paulson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Kelsey also works with the LGBTQ and Kink communities, and provides Gender Affirming Therapy to the
Transgender
community.
Dr. Kelsey Paulson is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. She received her Bachelor’s of Science at Iowa State University, and her Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at AIU with an emphasis in Forensics Studies. Over the past 17 years, Kelsey has received training and experience in working with children, adolescents, adults, older adults, families, couples, active duty service members, and Veterans. She has extensive experience working with severe mental illness, mood/anxiety disorders, co-occurring substance use disorders, trauma, and chronic pain.
Gissell Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello and welcome! I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I am committed to providing all my clients with compassionate support, a safe space to be themselves and share their story, and a lens of curiosity and acceptance free of judgment. I work with teens and adults challenged by trauma, grief, loss, life transitions, anxiety, identity issues,
gender dysphoria
, interpersonal difficulties, depression, and neurodivergence. My hope is to help you identify and break out of cycles that are no longer serving you, renew your sense of hope & zest for life, and create lifelong changes.
Deeper Than Color
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We work with a diverse clientele and specialize in providing social justice oriented psychotherapy to Black people and other People of Color as well as members of lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender
, and queer (LGBTQIA+) communities, neurodivergent clients, performers, educators, professionals, and caretakers. We provide culturally responsive and affirming therapy, which focuses on the strengths that you already have and work with you to build a safe space where you can share your experiences without the fear of being judged. Then we help you to focus on your aspirations, and how to make them real.
Waitlist for new clients
Ronald D Amos
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Evaluations for ADHD, Bariatric Surgery,
Transgender
Letters, EDD and SSDI Disability.
Please click on the website button to request an initial appointment. You can now get the best therapy and assessment by video conferencing, with a very experienced and kind doctor. Most people see me because of stress, family issues, depression, anxiety, medical problems. My heart is in Depth Psychology: cut and paste this link for an explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJ6ZHAJ9NE8 Your treatment should be covered by your health insurance. Sessions as low as $80 if paying out of pocket. Sessions are 60 minutes. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Katie Potts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work with adults and adolescents and particularly enjoy working with gay, lesbian, bisexual, and
transgender
clients.
We all can feel a little overwhelmed and often times we need more than our friends and family to talk to. At times, having someone to provide a non-judgmental safe listening space that promotes self-reflection, psychoeducation, and a growth mindset is incredibly empowering. I specialize in healing relationships with self and others, whether they are painful, confusing, or just plain unsatisfying. I'll help you learn to manage those difficult emotions and confusing situations so that you can move through those life transitions and issues with a greater sense of confidence and ease.
Raenisha D. Love
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Using Cognitive Behavioral, Structural Family and Solution Focused Therapy to name a few, I help people who have faced anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, relationship issues,
gender dysphoria
and family conflict.
Starting therapy can be scary! Therapy is a collaborative process that allows me to guide and empower you to resolve issues that are affecting your life. I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and boundary-setting in work and personal life. I provide culturally appropriate services while using your strengths as a starting point. I am queer and trans-affirming and welcome LGBTQAI clients, their families and loved ones.
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Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
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What type of therapy is right for me?
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Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.