LGBTQ+ Therapists in Yucca Valley, CA
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Candice Amber Packard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a
LGBTQ
+ ally and kink aware.
“Meanings are not determined by situations, but we determine ourselves by the meanings we give to situations.” —Alfred Adler. My approach to therapy is person-centered and trauma informed. I tailor my therapeutic interventions to individual needs through a variety of frameworks and modalities, including psychodynamic, humanistic, family systems, and narrative therapy. I received my BS in Human Services and my MS in Counseling with a concentration in marriage, family, and child therapy from University of Phoenix.
Megan E. Hanson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
My practice is
LGBTQIA
affirmative.
Seeking therapy can feel daunting. Even when we know something has to change, it can feel more comfortable to stick with old habits. Clients are often surprised to hear me say - we keep "bad" habits for good reasons. We develop predictable patterns to feel safe when we lack outside supports to help us feel grounded, connected, accomplished, or hopeful. I support clients to increase their awareness of their own patterns, perceptions, reactions, learned behaviors, and true desires, so they have more choice in how they respond to people and situations and can take steps to build better relationships and more fulfilling lives.
Mark Rodgers
RN, BA
Verified
Verified
Relationships shouldn't be complicated or hurtful things. We can help you with the relationships in your life, by helping you better understand yourself. We can help you form healthy boundary in your relationships so that you can feel safe about yourself and others. Our clinic has profound understanding of abuse issues and relationships whether it's family, spouse/partner, friends or coworkers. We can help you with trauma that is preventing you from being all you can be. Please feel relaxed to call us.
Lisa A Lee-Briggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe that everybody has their own answers but there are times in our lives when we need assistance in discovering those answers. I take a straightforward approach to that exploration and help people advance in life. I specialize in couple's and family communication where assigning blame is replaced with a clearer understanding of each person and more effective ways to convey meaning. All relationships can be repaired if all members are willing to work towards that goal.
Laura Ransdell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Would you like to feel more fully alive? I come from a mindfulness-based healing perspective integrating body, mind and spirit. Together we explore the "roadblocks" that all of us unknowingly put up which use up our energy, cloud our vision of our life's purpose and prevent us from having authentic, meaningful and fulfilling lives. Healing and an improved sense of well-being can happen!
Alison Iwaskow
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Searching for a therapist is a strong first step in creating positive change and a more fulfilled existence. When we take care of ourselves, we are better able to be positive forces in our relationships and in the community at large. Thank you for taking this step, your work benefits all of us. I am EFT trained (Emotionally Focused Therapy) and also employ mindfulness based practices among other modalities - always tailoring to the specific needs of the client. I invite you to reach out for a free 15 minute consultation, a good rapport between therapist and client is essential for a successful therapy.
Jeff Eamer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT, CRT
Verified
Verified
The word psychotherapy means “healing of the soul.” If you’re like most, your soul has been wounded. Sometimes it’s nobody’s fault. Sometimes it is. You may have been wounded recently; or, more likely, when you were younger. And so, as a result, you’ve adopted beliefs, created stories, and implemented strategies to protect your soul from further wounding. But if you’re reading this, those beliefs, stories, and strategies are not working anymore.
Chris Avitabile
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It is my highest priority as a therapist to create a genuine, safe, and supportive environment so you can feel comfortable expressing yourself. I am dedicated to helping you explore options for change, and together we will learn about your strengths and how to utilize them.
Sandra Gail Curry
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
As a licensed psychologist in the state of California, I work with people who are experiencing depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, medical problems, relationship and family issues, and challenges with addiction. I welcome patients from a variety of background, spiritual traditions and sexual orientations. I am located in Palm Springs and Palm Desert and often work with patients on a sliding fee scale.
Jaime Hinesly
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling stressed out, alone, unheard, or stuck? Have you recently lost a loved one? Or maybe you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, loss of sleep, fatigue, sadness or worry all the time and now these struggles have impacted your relationships and/or career? I’m glad you’re taking the time to step back and notice you are struggling and recognize you don’t have to do it alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, non-judgmental place where I can listen to you and provide you with guidance on your journey to a healthier, happier you.
Not accepting new clients
Blue Sky Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC, TCTSY-F
Verified
Verified
Do you struggle with managing your reactivity, anxiety, or emotions? Are you tired of feeling stuck in painful patterns and are ready for positive change and transformation? I work with adult individuals and couples who are experiencing distress due to trauma, PTSD/C-PTSD, anxiety, addiction and issues in their relationships. Another area of my expertise is working with women who struggle with people-pleasing, boundaries and perfectionism. My approach is collaborative, warm and interactive; I believe you are the expert of you and I am able to offer tools and therapy to support you in accessing your inner wisdom and capacity to heal.
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Rae Gross
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling to feel optimistic? Do you wonder why you can't just be happy with your life? If so, you’ve come to the right profile. I work with people and couples that are managing anxiety, grief, illness, ADHD, relational and intimacy issues, life transitions, religious abuse, and family of origin trauma. Together we can create a path toward healing by utilizing a blend of therapeutic techniques that include attachment theory, inner child healing, reparenting, and shadow work. I'm sex-positive, supportive of all lifestyle and relationship paths inclusive of monogamy, ethical non-monogamy,
LGBTQIA
, and kink.
Candice Amber Packard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As a long-time ally of the
LGBTQ
+ community, I provide inclusive & affirming clinical services.
Do you ever feel completely overwhelmed, stressed out, or totally exhausted? Do your emotions get the best of you & leave you feeling stuck, angry, scared? Are you ready to make some big changes in your life & get back to who you truly are? My name is Candice & I love holding space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, & worries without judgment. I create a safe environment for you to develop empowered coping skills, gain more self-awareness, & work on habits you'd like to change. I'll guide you to learn more about your inner world so you can improve, appreciate, & communicate effectively with yourself & your outer world.
Jared Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
I have specialized training in trauma (EMDR, somatic, parts), structural dissociation/DID, sex and love addiction,
LGBTQ
+,
transgender
/non-binary identity, and autism.
I help professionals in film/TV, academia, design, & corporate heal from trauma. You may excel in some areas while quietly suffering anxiety, depression (stuck/lost), and relationship pain. A past with abuse/neglect, emotional disconnect can result in a mix of both thriving and overactive survival instincts. I provide a warm judgment-free space, strict confidentiality, modern research-based techniques, and 25 years of mental health experience. I offer EMDR, parts work (like IFS, etc.), Somatic Experiencing, & psychedelic therapy. I also specialize in work with the ASD (autism), DID/DDNOS, &
LGBTQ
+ communities.
Kara Hoppe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
11 Endorsed
Verified
11 Endorsed
I am passionate about the work I do with individuals and couples journeying toward life experiences that feel more meaningful, creative, and grounded. My goal is to help you gain access to and express your authentic self so you can form deeper connections and enhance your relationships, creativity, and career. Exploring within is a courageous act, as well as a necessary pursuit if you want to life a live that is fully your own.
Pioneertown, CA 92268
& Online
Online Therapists
Waitlist for new clients
Truevolution Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, ASW, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
TruEvolution’s Behavioral Health team offers individual, couples, family, and group therapy to support your emotional and physical well-being. We are committed to providing services that are affirmative, sex-positive, culturally competent, and trauma-informed care to address the mental and emotional health needs of members of the community with a special emphasis of the needs and strengths of the
LGBTQ
+ community.
Nicole Minor- Expansive Therapy
Counselor, AMFT
Verified
Verified
Seeking therapy can be the first step on a healing journey and I hope to walk alongside you as you pursue personal growth. I believe that therapy can be a great way to access some of the tools that are already within us but that we may need help employing. I understand the importance of intersectionality as a
queer
Black woman and therapist and can understand how necessary it is to acknowledge the impact of intersecting identities when working with clients. I use an integrative approach to help clients feel empowered to re-frame their narrative and identify and process complex emotions.
Christopher Vincent Powers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified
Verified
Affirmative, interactive, client-centered therapy can help you address depression, anxiety, and destructive behaviors. I serve heterosexual,
gay
,
lesbian
,
bisexual
,
queer
,
trans
, non-binary, and polyamorous individuals. I practice individual therapy, relationship counseling, and sex therapy. My experience includes working with substance use issues from a harm reduction approach, regardless of whether my client's goal is abstinence or substance use management. I love to help people address trauma, improve communication, take control of their lives, gain sexual confidence, and get their needs met.
Thomas Blake
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Thomas Blake (he/him/his) is a licensed marriage and family therapist working with adolescents and adults of all ages. Thomas is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and somatic based therapy which he integrates into his process as a psychotherapist practicing through a Humanistic-Existential lens. In addition to his work in private practice, Thomas received his clinical training from The
LGBTQ
Center in Orange County, California and currently provides professional consultation at The Trevor Project, a national suicide prevention service supporting
LGBTQ
+ youth ages 13 to 24 years old.
Michael Modresky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
I also have specialized training in
LGBTQIA
+ affirmative psychotherapy.
Changing your life can be hard. Figuring out what you want can be overwhelming. Staying stuck is harder. My passion is helping people figure out what they want, what’s getting in the way, and how to move forward. Together, let’s figure out what’s keeping YOU from getting closer to the life you want. Whether it’s looking at your work, love life, family relationships, or a mix of everything, I’m ready to support you in this process.
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What type of therapist is right for me?
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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.