Transgender Therapists in Upland, CA

I am a member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH).
In my professional experience, the most effective therapeutic outcomes are achieved when a therapist and client collaborate effectively, concentrating on specific objectives. The therapeutic alliance is the foundation upon which healing and progress towards these goals are built. It is paramount that you establish a comfortable rapport with a psychotherapist who you feel at ease discussing the intricate details of your life.
I am a member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH).
In my professional experience, the most effective therapeutic outcomes are achieved when a therapist and client collaborate effectively, concentrating on specific objectives. The therapeutic alliance is the foundation upon which healing and progress towards these goals are built. It is paramount that you establish a comfortable rapport with a psychotherapist who you feel at ease discussing the intricate details of your life.

Needing a safe and non-judgemental space to talk? Having trouble with your emotions or relationships? Having issues sorting through past trauma? I bring a genuinely compassionate presence in therapy. I work collaboratively with my clients to best understand them, build trust, and provide the best support and therapy possible. It’s always been a passion of mine to help others in their healing and self-discovery journey. My ability to teach, listen, and encourage my clients has provided improvement in coping and functioning in life. My goal is to provide a safe place, a few laughs, and to ensure your desired growth in therapy.
Needing a safe and non-judgemental space to talk? Having trouble with your emotions or relationships? Having issues sorting through past trauma? I bring a genuinely compassionate presence in therapy. I work collaboratively with my clients to best understand them, build trust, and provide the best support and therapy possible. It’s always been a passion of mine to help others in their healing and self-discovery journey. My ability to teach, listen, and encourage my clients has provided improvement in coping and functioning in life. My goal is to provide a safe place, a few laughs, and to ensure your desired growth in therapy.

Norina Verduzco-Murphy MSW, LCSW & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91786
Immediate openings in Upland/Victorville! We strive to make therapy accessible to everyone. We accept insurance, and have weekend and evening availability, with appts offered as late as 7 pm! You will find that my associates and I offer compassion, empathy, and support as you work to heal and grow. We love children and families. Our goal is to help kids have emotional healthy childhoods and support parents in peaceful family interactions. Please see our website to read more about the qualified and amazing therapists available to help you reach your goals. We thank you for considering us in this important investment in yourself.
Immediate openings in Upland/Victorville! We strive to make therapy accessible to everyone. We accept insurance, and have weekend and evening availability, with appts offered as late as 7 pm! You will find that my associates and I offer compassion, empathy, and support as you work to heal and grow. We love children and families. Our goal is to help kids have emotional healthy childhoods and support parents in peaceful family interactions. Please see our website to read more about the qualified and amazing therapists available to help you reach your goals. We thank you for considering us in this important investment in yourself.

Katherine (Katie) Boulware
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, SUDCC 4
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upland, CA 91786
Ready for something different? Feeling stuck with a problem that you can't seem to overcome? It might be time to get some help but it's hard to share your private life with a stranger. I can provide a warm and safe place to begin the hard work of feeling better. I work with you as an equal to help you understand and begin to change some of your toughest problems. You don't have to stay "stuck" this way. The beginning of something new might seem scary but the results of freedom are well worth the work!
Ready for something different? Feeling stuck with a problem that you can't seem to overcome? It might be time to get some help but it's hard to share your private life with a stranger. I can provide a warm and safe place to begin the hard work of feeling better. I work with you as an equal to help you understand and begin to change some of your toughest problems. You don't have to stay "stuck" this way. The beginning of something new might seem scary but the results of freedom are well worth the work!

Melissa Lamoureux
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I believe in working collaboratively with clients, empowering you to explore your life on a deeper level, helping you discover how you can create the life you want, and supporting you as you begin taking those steps. My approach to therapy can be described as individualized and eclectic as I draw from various approaches to best support you and what works for you. I have experience in a wide variety of settings and working with many different populations from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I believe in working collaboratively with clients, empowering you to explore your life on a deeper level, helping you discover how you can create the life you want, and supporting you as you begin taking those steps. My approach to therapy can be described as individualized and eclectic as I draw from various approaches to best support you and what works for you. I have experience in a wide variety of settings and working with many different populations from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Hi, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 11 yrs of experience working in mental health. I have experience working with various populations and believe in helping to heal the whole person, by focusing on the mind, body, and spirit. I would love to be a part of your journey of managing stress, anxiety, depression, and/or processing trauma.
Hi, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 11 yrs of experience working in mental health. I have experience working with various populations and believe in helping to heal the whole person, by focusing on the mind, body, and spirit. I would love to be a part of your journey of managing stress, anxiety, depression, and/or processing trauma.

Many of my clients are young adults and adolescents working through trauma, relationship struggles, anxiety, or depression. They want a safe, affirming space to heal and grow. I’m especially passionate about supporting LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, as I deeply value creating a space where they feel seen, understood, and empowered to achieve their goals.
Many of my clients are young adults and adolescents working through trauma, relationship struggles, anxiety, or depression. They want a safe, affirming space to heal and grow. I’m especially passionate about supporting LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, as I deeply value creating a space where they feel seen, understood, and empowered to achieve their goals.

My goal is to restore health, well-being, and purpose, and to facilitate connection between clients and their loved ones. I believe that problems arise when people become disconnected from themselves and others. They become stuck in patterns of fear and anxious clinging, detachment and avoidance, disappointment and anger. The unpleasant residue of old traumas, disappointments, and losses interferes with people's success and joy in life. I help people release old patterns and reconnect to their life energy so they can enjoy healthy functioning, experience lovingkindness for self and others, and remember their life purpose.
My goal is to restore health, well-being, and purpose, and to facilitate connection between clients and their loved ones. I believe that problems arise when people become disconnected from themselves and others. They become stuck in patterns of fear and anxious clinging, detachment and avoidance, disappointment and anger. The unpleasant residue of old traumas, disappointments, and losses interferes with people's success and joy in life. I help people release old patterns and reconnect to their life energy so they can enjoy healthy functioning, experience lovingkindness for self and others, and remember their life purpose.

(Mysti) Michelle Pruett
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, MA, MMsc, BA, BMsc
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91784
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is one who has a metaphysical world view or has an interest in Jungian Analysis / Depth Work / Dream Analysis / Alchemy / Mysticism/ Faith Based paradigms and would like guidance in discerning their personal experiences with synchronicity, dreamscape, archetypal relationship dynamics, metaphysics, or other aspects of their unique individuation journey. I tend to work with artists, teachers, students, writers, musicians, and other mental health providers who are seeking a psycho-spiritual lens that is tempered by a blending of metaphysics and science so that protocols stay evidence based and backed by research.
My ideal client is one who has a metaphysical world view or has an interest in Jungian Analysis / Depth Work / Dream Analysis / Alchemy / Mysticism/ Faith Based paradigms and would like guidance in discerning their personal experiences with synchronicity, dreamscape, archetypal relationship dynamics, metaphysics, or other aspects of their unique individuation journey. I tend to work with artists, teachers, students, writers, musicians, and other mental health providers who are seeking a psycho-spiritual lens that is tempered by a blending of metaphysics and science so that protocols stay evidence based and backed by research.

Del Sol Psychological Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91786
"I believe that challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful."
"The journey to walk into the light begins with the desire to take your life to the next level; If there is light in the soul, there will be beauty in the person. If there if beuty in the person, there will be harmony in the house. If there is harmony in the house, there will be order in the nation. if there order in the nation, there will be peace in the world.
-Ancient Proverb
Dr. Julieta Mayra is a Marriage and Family Therapist with more then 8 years of clinical and social services experience.
"I believe that challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful."
"The journey to walk into the light begins with the desire to take your life to the next level; If there is light in the soul, there will be beauty in the person. If there if beuty in the person, there will be harmony in the house. If there is harmony in the house, there will be order in the nation. if there order in the nation, there will be peace in the world.
-Ancient Proverb
Dr. Julieta Mayra is a Marriage and Family Therapist with more then 8 years of clinical and social services experience.
The Center for Divergent Connections uses the power of interpersonal neurobiology, trauma-informed care, and neurodiversity-affirming practices to provide treatment, training and research to the disabled community. The Center for Divergent Connections strives to cultivate an environment in which neurodivergent people can heal from past trauma, learn to self-advocate, and empower themselves to access positive, affirming supports within their communities.
The Center for Divergent Connections uses the power of interpersonal neurobiology, trauma-informed care, and neurodiversity-affirming practices to provide treatment, training and research to the disabled community. The Center for Divergent Connections strives to cultivate an environment in which neurodivergent people can heal from past trauma, learn to self-advocate, and empower themselves to access positive, affirming supports within their communities.
Meet Our Transgender Therapists

Clarissa Gutierrez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91786
Welcome. I am truly glad that you are here. You are taking the first step to begin your self-discovery journey. Life can sometimes be challenging and in those times, show up for yourself and allow me to accompany you. Together we will discover your inner resiliency and work collaboratively to work on your goals, whatever they may be.
Welcome. I am truly glad that you are here. You are taking the first step to begin your self-discovery journey. Life can sometimes be challenging and in those times, show up for yourself and allow me to accompany you. Together we will discover your inner resiliency and work collaboratively to work on your goals, whatever they may be.

Heather Y. Daniels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91784
Bicoastal virtual therapy in CA and Washington, DC and now offering walk-and-talk therapy in the greater LA region. I specialize in anxiety and depression, grief, coping with school and work demands, parenting, and religious trauma while utilizing a cognitive behavioral approach along with meditation and mindfulness. I strongly believe in the mind-body connection and explore this with my clients. Therapy works best when the therapist and client work together toward client-driven goals and will provide a safe and supportive place for you to focus on yourself and your well-being.
Bicoastal virtual therapy in CA and Washington, DC and now offering walk-and-talk therapy in the greater LA region. I specialize in anxiety and depression, grief, coping with school and work demands, parenting, and religious trauma while utilizing a cognitive behavioral approach along with meditation and mindfulness. I strongly believe in the mind-body connection and explore this with my clients. Therapy works best when the therapist and client work together toward client-driven goals and will provide a safe and supportive place for you to focus on yourself and your well-being.

Ted Coleman
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, MS, LPCC, FACHA
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91786
A Greek philosopher told us the only thing constant is change; it seems life is full of changes and challenges. When we're confident and strong, we usually adapt fairly well to stresses and struggles. It's different, though, when unpleasant emotions or complex issues seem to drain practically all the energy we can muster just to get through the day. Feeling overly confused or frustrated, maybe even lost or helpless, might mean it's time to reach out for help to identify, work through, and manage whatever is getting in the way of our happiness and peace of mind. I might be just the person who can do that for you.
A Greek philosopher told us the only thing constant is change; it seems life is full of changes and challenges. When we're confident and strong, we usually adapt fairly well to stresses and struggles. It's different, though, when unpleasant emotions or complex issues seem to drain practically all the energy we can muster just to get through the day. Feeling overly confused or frustrated, maybe even lost or helpless, might mean it's time to reach out for help to identify, work through, and manage whatever is getting in the way of our happiness and peace of mind. I might be just the person who can do that for you.

When dealing with complex personal issues, having a calm and comfortable environment is important. Today's fast paced world creates many stresses and anxieties that can challenge anyone. We offer counseling that restores balance and wholeness to individuals and their families. At Rosewood, the healing of the self and of the family is our primary goal. Our warm setting and professional staff promote a safe atmosphere, encouraging exploration of complex issues and discovery of ways to deal with life's many difficulties.
When dealing with complex personal issues, having a calm and comfortable environment is important. Today's fast paced world creates many stresses and anxieties that can challenge anyone. We offer counseling that restores balance and wholeness to individuals and their families. At Rosewood, the healing of the self and of the family is our primary goal. Our warm setting and professional staff promote a safe atmosphere, encouraging exploration of complex issues and discovery of ways to deal with life's many difficulties.

Be Authentic Family Therapy (Michele Putini)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upland, CA 91786
Feeling unseen, not heard, alone & isolated and missing the connection with others? If you are feeling lost/disconnected and unable to be fully authentic in your own life, you're not alone. I can help. When I felt alone & hopeless & disconnected, I turned to therapy & it profoundly changed my life. I became a therapist to help empower those that feel hopeless, alone & scared, gain confidence, strength & self-worth. If you're tired, frustrated & need change, let me guide you to discover your power, your personal truth. Asking for help is a sign of strength. Be brave, be YOU. Call for free consult. You matter. Let's find hope.
Feeling unseen, not heard, alone & isolated and missing the connection with others? If you are feeling lost/disconnected and unable to be fully authentic in your own life, you're not alone. I can help. When I felt alone & hopeless & disconnected, I turned to therapy & it profoundly changed my life. I became a therapist to help empower those that feel hopeless, alone & scared, gain confidence, strength & self-worth. If you're tired, frustrated & need change, let me guide you to discover your power, your personal truth. Asking for help is a sign of strength. Be brave, be YOU. Call for free consult. You matter. Let's find hope.

Kumusta! I am happy that you are here and ready to grow into the new you! It is time to reclaim your power back and be proud. I primarily focus on mindfulness in the therapy room and helping you learn to trust your intuition to make healthy and positive decisions. I will guide you on how to communicate with others and be emotionally expressive. I utilize a range of resources from activities in the therapy room to ground yourself, couple's activities to strengthen your relationship, family therapy conflict resolutions, positive affirmation work, or assigning homework to do outside of the therapy room to ensure change is happening.
Kumusta! I am happy that you are here and ready to grow into the new you! It is time to reclaim your power back and be proud. I primarily focus on mindfulness in the therapy room and helping you learn to trust your intuition to make healthy and positive decisions. I will guide you on how to communicate with others and be emotionally expressive. I utilize a range of resources from activities in the therapy room to ground yourself, couple's activities to strengthen your relationship, family therapy conflict resolutions, positive affirmation work, or assigning homework to do outside of the therapy room to ensure change is happening.

Do you constantly feel like you’re hard on yourself? Do you only negatively notice yourself? Are you constantly wondering if your feelings are valid? Do you find yourself in unhealthy relationship dynamics?
Do you constantly feel like you’re hard on yourself? Do you only negatively notice yourself? Are you constantly wondering if your feelings are valid? Do you find yourself in unhealthy relationship dynamics?

"Are your relationships more difficult and complicated than they need to be? Do you feel unheard? Do you want to find peace and balance? No matter what the issues are I will work with you, your spouse, partner, children, teen, parents or significant other to quickly reduce the immediate challenges and then we will focus on a plan of action to tackle the tough issues. By creating awareness and understanding, you will become equipped with the tools and strategies you need to manage your life and your relationships."
"Are your relationships more difficult and complicated than they need to be? Do you feel unheard? Do you want to find peace and balance? No matter what the issues are I will work with you, your spouse, partner, children, teen, parents or significant other to quickly reduce the immediate challenges and then we will focus on a plan of action to tackle the tough issues. By creating awareness and understanding, you will become equipped with the tools and strategies you need to manage your life and your relationships."

Stephanie Goldsmith
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Initiating counseling can be an intimidating or difficult process and it is extremely important that you feel safe and comfortable with the therapist you choose. I strive to provide a safe and collaborative environment to help you achieve your therapeutic goals and facilitate meaningful change in your life. Although I enjoy working with a variety of issues and concerns, some of my specialty areas include trauma, couples and relationships, eating disorders and body image concerns, self-harm behaviors, identity development, LGBTQI issues, and whole person care.
Initiating counseling can be an intimidating or difficult process and it is extremely important that you feel safe and comfortable with the therapist you choose. I strive to provide a safe and collaborative environment to help you achieve your therapeutic goals and facilitate meaningful change in your life. Although I enjoy working with a variety of issues and concerns, some of my specialty areas include trauma, couples and relationships, eating disorders and body image concerns, self-harm behaviors, identity development, LGBTQI issues, and whole person care.
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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.