Transgender Therapists in Santa Ynez, CA
Kattie Bachar
Marriage & Family Therapist, BFA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
I specialize in providing LGBTQIA2S+ competent psychotherapy, with a focus on transgender adolescents, adults, and the families/friends that love them.
I'm glad you're here! My work is firmly rooted in existential humanism, meaning the search for meaning and self-realization is central to our work together. I believe you are the expert on you and your experience and it is my great honor to walk with you on your path. The relationship we will build collaboratively in session will aid you on your healing journey. I am skilled at creating a non-judgmental environment and accepting you where you are, no matter where that is, as we work to shine a light on what once seemed too dark to face.
I specialize in providing LGBTQIA2S+ competent psychotherapy, with a focus on transgender adolescents, adults, and the families/friends that love them.
I'm glad you're here! My work is firmly rooted in existential humanism, meaning the search for meaning and self-realization is central to our work together. I believe you are the expert on you and your experience and it is my great honor to walk with you on your path. The relationship we will build collaboratively in session will aid you on your healing journey. I am skilled at creating a non-judgmental environment and accepting you where you are, no matter where that is, as we work to shine a light on what once seemed too dark to face.
Dre McGee Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
I understand that the first step in seeking help can be overwhelming or even scary. I have a great respect for those who seek to improve their quality of life. My life's work is dedicated to help facilitate that process and help collaborate to create clarity. I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist providing psychotherapy to individuals and couples. I work and have experience with a wide variety of situations and life issues; depression, anxiety, transitions, burnout, relationship dynamics, adoption, and more. Specialties of mine include premarital counseling, young adult/college age concerns & transitions, EMDR, grief & polyam couples.
I understand that the first step in seeking help can be overwhelming or even scary. I have a great respect for those who seek to improve their quality of life. My life's work is dedicated to help facilitate that process and help collaborate to create clarity. I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist providing psychotherapy to individuals and couples. I work and have experience with a wide variety of situations and life issues; depression, anxiety, transitions, burnout, relationship dynamics, adoption, and more. Specialties of mine include premarital counseling, young adult/college age concerns & transitions, EMDR, grief & polyam couples.
Asha Wilkus-Stone
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Life does not proceed as we each envision it. It can be unexpected, messy, complicated, disappointing, tragic, and challenging. In countless ways we strive and struggle. We can feel ourselves to be adrift. Yet we are connected, radically interdependent. Even so, we all have our own perspectives on life and our struggles. We are tethered to our environment, our social roles, cultural identities, interpersonal, historical, professional experiences, and so on. Through exploring this web, and the various vantage points that the web offers, a unique therapeutic process emerges for each person.
Life does not proceed as we each envision it. It can be unexpected, messy, complicated, disappointing, tragic, and challenging. In countless ways we strive and struggle. We can feel ourselves to be adrift. Yet we are connected, radically interdependent. Even so, we all have our own perspectives on life and our struggles. We are tethered to our environment, our social roles, cultural identities, interpersonal, historical, professional experiences, and so on. Through exploring this web, and the various vantage points that the web offers, a unique therapeutic process emerges for each person.
Angela Reid
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Welcome, It takes a lot of courage and vulnerability to seek therapy, and I am honored to be a part of that journey. I take a collaborative, integrative, and compassionate approach, utilizing a number of evidence-based modalities tailored to each individual. I am passionate about supporting my clients, and providing a confidential safe space that allows you to explore your inner and outer worlds, free of judgment and expectations. I believe in empowering my clients to explore, heal, and reconnect with their authentic and yet evolving, contextual, and relational selves, so that they may live a rich and meaningful life.
Welcome, It takes a lot of courage and vulnerability to seek therapy, and I am honored to be a part of that journey. I take a collaborative, integrative, and compassionate approach, utilizing a number of evidence-based modalities tailored to each individual. I am passionate about supporting my clients, and providing a confidential safe space that allows you to explore your inner and outer worlds, free of judgment and expectations. I believe in empowering my clients to explore, heal, and reconnect with their authentic and yet evolving, contextual, and relational selves, so that they may live a rich and meaningful life.
Shannon Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Not accepting new clients
I work with clients on tools and strategies to help with symptom reduction while we uncover what you need for a deeper level of healing. In a safe, non-judgmental space I can help you identify the thoughts, narratives and distorted core beliefs that cause you suffering, keep you repeating the same patterns and block you from a higher quality of life. With gentleness and compassion we can explore the places you may get triggered and the old wounds that continue to cause fear and pain.
I work with clients on tools and strategies to help with symptom reduction while we uncover what you need for a deeper level of healing. In a safe, non-judgmental space I can help you identify the thoughts, narratives and distorted core beliefs that cause you suffering, keep you repeating the same patterns and block you from a higher quality of life. With gentleness and compassion we can explore the places you may get triggered and the old wounds that continue to cause fear and pain.
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Pamela Sowers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buellton, CA 93427
Pamela N. Sowers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who started practicing in 1999. She has a Bachelor of Arts from California State University, Sacramento with a Major in Child Development and a Master of Social Work from California State University Sacramento Graduate School. Pamela incorporates evidence-based types of therapy appropriate to the client's diagnosis, age and personal perspective.
Pamela N. Sowers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who started practicing in 1999. She has a Bachelor of Arts from California State University, Sacramento with a Major in Child Development and a Master of Social Work from California State University Sacramento Graduate School. Pamela incorporates evidence-based types of therapy appropriate to the client's diagnosis, age and personal perspective.
Lorin Shapiro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SEP, SPSB
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Olivos, CA 93441
Welcome. If you're here, you might be ready to take the next step to getting help. Choosing the right therapist is an important decision, and I'm here to answer any questions and assist you in making the choice that feels right. My focus is on building a trusting therapeutic relationship so you receive the support and guidance you need to navigate life's challenges. I work interactively and collaboratively to identify what keeps you from living a more fulfilling life. Together, we'll explore past and present struggles and develop newer, healthier coping skills.
Welcome. If you're here, you might be ready to take the next step to getting help. Choosing the right therapist is an important decision, and I'm here to answer any questions and assist you in making the choice that feels right. My focus is on building a trusting therapeutic relationship so you receive the support and guidance you need to navigate life's challenges. I work interactively and collaboratively to identify what keeps you from living a more fulfilling life. Together, we'll explore past and present struggles and develop newer, healthier coping skills.
Amy Marie Hamilton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Solvang, CA 93463
My name is Amy Hamilton, a licensed therapist who specializes in providing guidance and support to children, teens, and families facing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. My extensive experience encompasses assisting young individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, as well as navigating complex issues such as attachment difficulties, family dynamics, and the traumatic effects of bullying. Moreover, I am adept at working with children and adolescents experiencing behavioral obstacles, including those within the autism spectrum.
My name is Amy Hamilton, a licensed therapist who specializes in providing guidance and support to children, teens, and families facing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. My extensive experience encompasses assisting young individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, as well as navigating complex issues such as attachment difficulties, family dynamics, and the traumatic effects of bullying. Moreover, I am adept at working with children and adolescents experiencing behavioral obstacles, including those within the autism spectrum.
Erin Savage Pollaro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Solvang, CA 93463
Not accepting new clients
My mission as a therapist is to sit with clients in a way that supports healing and growth and encourages discovery of innate wisdom. I believe that we all possess the capacity to know peace, but that sometimes we become disconnected as a result of painful experiences and unhelpful coping patterns. Disconnection can manifest as anxiety, depression, addictive or other self-destructive behaviors, or even psychosis. When symptoms interfere with our ability to have satisfying experiences-- in relationships, at work, and in life in general-- we can benefit from getting help.
My mission as a therapist is to sit with clients in a way that supports healing and growth and encourages discovery of innate wisdom. I believe that we all possess the capacity to know peace, but that sometimes we become disconnected as a result of painful experiences and unhelpful coping patterns. Disconnection can manifest as anxiety, depression, addictive or other self-destructive behaviors, or even psychosis. When symptoms interfere with our ability to have satisfying experiences-- in relationships, at work, and in life in general-- we can benefit from getting help.
Elizabeth Alden
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Solvang, CA 93463
Not accepting new clients
Are you in the midst of a personal crisis or a life transition? Do you know you need to make changes in your life? Psychotherapy is a supportive, confidential way to approach these issues. An initial appointment will assess your concerns and develop recommendations to best meet your needs.
Are you in the midst of a personal crisis or a life transition? Do you know you need to make changes in your life? Psychotherapy is a supportive, confidential way to approach these issues. An initial appointment will assess your concerns and develop recommendations to best meet your needs.
Online Therapists
Calista Termini
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (Online Only)
I’m also a woman of transgender experience who loves helping others find their own path to joy and gratitude.
I approach therapy from a place of collaboration, support, and acceptance. I have experience and knowledge in the areas of depression, anxiety, mindfulness, trauma, crisis/suicide, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ counseling. Additionally, I’m a certified trauma clinician and trained in EMDR therapy. Together, we’ll examine how your past experiences and current emotions have led you to not having the results in life you want. Then, we work to raise your mindful awareness and create changes in your behavior that will lead you to experiencing less distress and ultimately, a more joyful existence.
I’m also a woman of transgender experience who loves helping others find their own path to joy and gratitude.
I approach therapy from a place of collaboration, support, and acceptance. I have experience and knowledge in the areas of depression, anxiety, mindfulness, trauma, crisis/suicide, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ counseling. Additionally, I’m a certified trauma clinician and trained in EMDR therapy. Together, we’ll examine how your past experiences and current emotions have led you to not having the results in life you want. Then, we work to raise your mindful awareness and create changes in your behavior that will lead you to experiencing less distress and ultimately, a more joyful existence.
Dahkotahv Beckham
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
As an openly transgender therapist, I know it can be difficult to find the right person to confide in. Wanting to be loved and accepted doesn’t make you needy, or extra, or selfish, or weak. It makes you human. To me, you are not just some random psychology textbook or theory. In our work together, my focus is to build goals and a relationship where you feel comfortable exploring what you think, feel, want, and need. My style as a therapist is warm, relaxed, and conversational. I use playfulness, imagery, art, metaphors, curiosity, creativity, self-compassion, and humor when appropriate to support the therapeutic process.
As an openly transgender therapist, I know it can be difficult to find the right person to confide in. Wanting to be loved and accepted doesn’t make you needy, or extra, or selfish, or weak. It makes you human. To me, you are not just some random psychology textbook or theory. In our work together, my focus is to build goals and a relationship where you feel comfortable exploring what you think, feel, want, and need. My style as a therapist is warm, relaxed, and conversational. I use playfulness, imagery, art, metaphors, curiosity, creativity, self-compassion, and humor when appropriate to support the therapeutic process.
Casey Weitzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
At the core of my practice, Gender Wellness of Los Angeles (GWLA), I provide counseling for the transgender & non-binary community and their families.
Welcome to my practice, where I've dedicated over 30 years supporting individuals navigating the complexities of gender and sexual identity. Today, our world has expanded to include a beautiful spectrum of gender-diverse experiences. I embrace a holistic approach that goes beyond traditional binaries of Male-to-Female (MtF) and Female-to-Male (FtM) transitions. Whether you resonate with terms like "trans," "non-binary," or use your own unique identifier, I'm here to walk alongside you. Everyone's path is uniquely challenging, and self-acceptance is the compass guiding us forward.
At the core of my practice, Gender Wellness of Los Angeles (GWLA), I provide counseling for the transgender & non-binary community and their families.
Welcome to my practice, where I've dedicated over 30 years supporting individuals navigating the complexities of gender and sexual identity. Today, our world has expanded to include a beautiful spectrum of gender-diverse experiences. I embrace a holistic approach that goes beyond traditional binaries of Male-to-Female (MtF) and Female-to-Male (FtM) transitions. Whether you resonate with terms like "trans," "non-binary," or use your own unique identifier, I'm here to walk alongside you. Everyone's path is uniquely challenging, and self-acceptance is the compass guiding us forward.
Henry Meraz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Primarily supporting transgender and gender diverse clients.
I work to provide a supportive and client-centered space for individuals to share their experiences. Reaching out to a therapist can be a difficult experience and it is important to me that my clients feel comfortable and safe. I am genuinely passionate about building a healthy, nurturing, and interactive relationship with clients, which will help foster growth and change. I earned my BA from the UCLA and my Masters in Social Work from USC. I am currently providing psychotherapy both in-person and via telehealth.
Primarily supporting transgender and gender diverse clients.
I work to provide a supportive and client-centered space for individuals to share their experiences. Reaching out to a therapist can be a difficult experience and it is important to me that my clients feel comfortable and safe. I am genuinely passionate about building a healthy, nurturing, and interactive relationship with clients, which will help foster growth and change. I earned my BA from the UCLA and my Masters in Social Work from USC. I am currently providing psychotherapy both in-person and via telehealth.
Carrie Jacobs PsyD LLC
PsyD, MA, CCS, CLC, LLC
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91316
I'm certified as a transgender care provider and assist in transition as well as being a liaison with endocrinologists and surgeons.
An ideal client is someone who is ready to do the work and be honest. If I can establish a rapport with someone and the client/s are open and honest our journey begins. I have great retention with patients because they have had recognizable change while working with me. Whether it is self-awareness, confidence, or better understanding of themselves and how they relate to others (the list goes on) they are feeling growth and development.
I'm certified as a transgender care provider and assist in transition as well as being a liaison with endocrinologists and surgeons.
An ideal client is someone who is ready to do the work and be honest. If I can establish a rapport with someone and the client/s are open and honest our journey begins. I have great retention with patients because they have had recognizable change while working with me. Whether it is self-awareness, confidence, or better understanding of themselves and how they relate to others (the list goes on) they are feeling growth and development.
Daniel Nieto Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001
My additional experiences include working with first-generation American issues, body dysmorphic disorder, gender dysphoria, and parenting/family issues.
Hello, I'm Daniel, a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who provides treatment in English and Spanish. I am passionate about supporting individuals, families, and couples through challenging moments in their lives. I value the importance of the therapeutic alliance and am dedicated to ensuring a safe space and positive experience for all of my clients. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My experience includes supporting clients through depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
My additional experiences include working with first-generation American issues, body dysmorphic disorder, gender dysphoria, and parenting/family issues.
Hello, I'm Daniel, a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who provides treatment in English and Spanish. I am passionate about supporting individuals, families, and couples through challenging moments in their lives. I value the importance of the therapeutic alliance and am dedicated to ensuring a safe space and positive experience for all of my clients. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My experience includes supporting clients through depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
Desiree Tamjidi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
I believe in facilitating patients’ understanding of themselves while using a strength based approach. My approach to therapy is naturally warm and compassionate. And I believe that inclusivity, cultural competency and patient’s empowerment are integral aspects of psychotherapy. My experience is in treating depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder and personality disorders, grief, acculturation issues, life transitions and identity development. In addition, specialize in working with patients who identify as transgender, gender fluid and LGBTQIA community.
I believe in facilitating patients’ understanding of themselves while using a strength based approach. My approach to therapy is naturally warm and compassionate. And I believe that inclusivity, cultural competency and patient’s empowerment are integral aspects of psychotherapy. My experience is in treating depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder and personality disorders, grief, acculturation issues, life transitions and identity development. In addition, specialize in working with patients who identify as transgender, gender fluid and LGBTQIA community.
Rachel Abroms
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CADC-I
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I also have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ community and in particular those who identify as transgender.
People are complex and life can be very challenging. The way we process and live our lives, especially the way in which we respond to life's difficult challenges, is often informed by painful experiences from our past, and unresolved issues. I will help you find the inner resources you need to recover, understand yourself better, and create the changes that will improve your well being. We all have the potential to heal, grow, and be successful in our lives. It is this potential that provides hope for all of us to overcome pain and adversity.
I also have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ community and in particular those who identify as transgender.
People are complex and life can be very challenging. The way we process and live our lives, especially the way in which we respond to life's difficult challenges, is often informed by painful experiences from our past, and unresolved issues. I will help you find the inner resources you need to recover, understand yourself better, and create the changes that will improve your well being. We all have the potential to heal, grow, and be successful in our lives. It is this potential that provides hope for all of us to overcome pain and adversity.
Emily Maynard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with people who have complicated relationships with their bodies. My patients come to me because they are interested in: addressing disordered eating and body image issues; learning to live better with medical problems; reconsidering their use of alcohol and drugs; or learning to live in their bodies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or non-binary individuals. Many of my patients have also been through difficult or even traumatic events, that at times have made their bodies feel unsafe. I help my patients to reestablish a sense of trust and safety in their bodies.
I specialize in working with people who have complicated relationships with their bodies. My patients come to me because they are interested in: addressing disordered eating and body image issues; learning to live better with medical problems; reconsidering their use of alcohol and drugs; or learning to live in their bodies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or non-binary individuals. Many of my patients have also been through difficult or even traumatic events, that at times have made their bodies feel unsafe. I help my patients to reestablish a sense of trust and safety in their bodies.
Michael Stample
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003
Hello, I'm Michael F. Stample, PhD, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I work extensively with individual adults, couples and families. My primary expertise is in mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, dual diagnosis, LGBTQ+ and transgender healthcare. I mostly work with adults over age 17 or 18, through the later years. While psychiatric diagnoses have their uses, I prefer to see my clients as dealing with "problems of living." I work comfortably with psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and other evidence-based therapies. My early training included internship at the Jung Institute of Los Angeles.
Hello, I'm Michael F. Stample, PhD, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I work extensively with individual adults, couples and families. My primary expertise is in mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, dual diagnosis, LGBTQ+ and transgender healthcare. I mostly work with adults over age 17 or 18, through the later years. While psychiatric diagnoses have their uses, I prefer to see my clients as dealing with "problems of living." I work comfortably with psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and other evidence-based therapies. My early training included internship at the Jung Institute of Los Angeles.
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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.