Transgender Therapists in Tallahassee, FL
Hannah Gassen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, EdS, NCC
2 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Waitlist for new clients
Navigating life's many challenges can be overwhelming. Thankfully you do not have to go on this journey alone! Whether you are trying to find yourself in our ever-changing world or you are looking to manage your depression and anxiety I am here to help.
Navigating life's many challenges can be overwhelming. Thankfully you do not have to go on this journey alone! Whether you are trying to find yourself in our ever-changing world or you are looking to manage your depression and anxiety I am here to help.
I am trained professionally in Jungian psychoanalysis and depth psychology alongside cognitive, gestalt, and relational models. I work with those with a history of depression, trauma, PTSD, existential distress and sexual abuse as well as life-transitions, identity dysphoria, grief, and crises of self. Together we access the needs of psyche-soul that are calling for attention in order for you to reach a greater sense of wholeness and embodiment. Sessions involve analytical work, meaning-making, talk therapy, and dreamwork as well as cognitive healing and image work to bring the unconscious to consciousness.
I am trained professionally in Jungian psychoanalysis and depth psychology alongside cognitive, gestalt, and relational models. I work with those with a history of depression, trauma, PTSD, existential distress and sexual abuse as well as life-transitions, identity dysphoria, grief, and crises of self. Together we access the needs of psyche-soul that are calling for attention in order for you to reach a greater sense of wholeness and embodiment. Sessions involve analytical work, meaning-making, talk therapy, and dreamwork as well as cognitive healing and image work to bring the unconscious to consciousness.
Romeo Mendoza
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, EdS, NCC
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Waitlist for new clients
Romeo is a Mexican/Latinx gender nonconforming lesbian who wants to help their clients achieve their most authentic selves. Whether that is confronting people-pleasing behaviors or empowering yourself to feel more aligned with your choices and autonomy, you will be met with a compassionate, warm, and welcoming environment. Romeo also supports clients in navigating and exploring deeper personal identities to examine how the outside world and interpersonal relationships play a crucial role in a client's overall well-being. Romeo's approach comes from an existential framework that includes holistic understanding and lived experience.
Romeo is a Mexican/Latinx gender nonconforming lesbian who wants to help their clients achieve their most authentic selves. Whether that is confronting people-pleasing behaviors or empowering yourself to feel more aligned with your choices and autonomy, you will be met with a compassionate, warm, and welcoming environment. Romeo also supports clients in navigating and exploring deeper personal identities to examine how the outside world and interpersonal relationships play a crucial role in a client's overall well-being. Romeo's approach comes from an existential framework that includes holistic understanding and lived experience.
Hi! I'm an Anarchist, AroAce, AuDHD, bipolar, queer, secular therapist. That means: I swear a lot, I'm certified cool AF, I won't baker act you for wanting to die, I actually know what pronouns even are, and no secret religious influences.
Hi! I'm an Anarchist, AroAce, AuDHD, bipolar, queer, secular therapist. That means: I swear a lot, I'm certified cool AF, I won't baker act you for wanting to die, I actually know what pronouns even are, and no secret religious influences.
I work alongside adults healing from complex trauma, chronic stress & pain. I specialize in working with queer, trans, neurodivergent, disabled clients, & others with marginalized identities. My clients are cultivating self-alignment & embodied emotional wellness. Through trauma-informed therapy, I guide individuals, couples, & groups toward greater self-compassion & creative expression. I offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to deepen client healing with psychedelic medicine. If you are looking to clarify your intentions, tend to your needs & positively change in your life, take this as your sign to reach out!
I work alongside adults healing from complex trauma, chronic stress & pain. I specialize in working with queer, trans, neurodivergent, disabled clients, & others with marginalized identities. My clients are cultivating self-alignment & embodied emotional wellness. Through trauma-informed therapy, I guide individuals, couples, & groups toward greater self-compassion & creative expression. I offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to deepen client healing with psychedelic medicine. If you are looking to clarify your intentions, tend to your needs & positively change in your life, take this as your sign to reach out!
My ideal client is an LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, or trauma-surviving adult tired of "performing" for a world not built for them. They feel stuck under the weight of anxiety, identity questions, or the exhaustion of masking. Having likely spent too much time "educating" past therapists, they need a space where they don't have to defend who they are. Their goal is to stop just surviving and start living authentically—feeling lighter, calmer, and more connected. They want practical tools to navigate transitions and a sense of hope that they no longer have to carry the heavy stuff alone.
My ideal client is an LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, or trauma-surviving adult tired of "performing" for a world not built for them. They feel stuck under the weight of anxiety, identity questions, or the exhaustion of masking. Having likely spent too much time "educating" past therapists, they need a space where they don't have to defend who they are. Their goal is to stop just surviving and start living authentically—feeling lighter, calmer, and more connected. They want practical tools to navigate transitions and a sense of hope that they no longer have to carry the heavy stuff alone.
We treat children, adolescents, families and individuals - regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race or religious affiliation.
We utilize a collaborative and strength-based perspective in therapy – an approach that reinforces a client’s ability to be authentic and find meaning in their process.
We treat children, adolescents, families and individuals - regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race or religious affiliation.
We utilize a collaborative and strength-based perspective in therapy – an approach that reinforces a client’s ability to be authentic and find meaning in their process.
I am passionate about working with individuals navigating sexuality and exploring gender identity.
Narrative therapy is central to my work. I help clients explore the stories they’ve been told by family, society, systems, and themselves to reclaim agency of their identities and futures. I also incorporate mindfulness-based practices and draw from DBT, CBT, REBT, and neurolinguistic techniques to provide practical tools for emotional regulation.
I am passionate about working with individuals navigating sexuality and exploring gender identity.
Narrative therapy is central to my work. I help clients explore the stories they’ve been told by family, society, systems, and themselves to reclaim agency of their identities and futures. I also incorporate mindfulness-based practices and draw from DBT, CBT, REBT, and neurolinguistic techniques to provide practical tools for emotional regulation.
Hey, life can be tough. Some events are out of our control and sometimes we tend to get in our own way. Often negative events in our childhood shape our adult responses leading to anxiety, depression, avoidance, and panic. Whatever the experience you’re here because you’re ready to overcome it. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.
Hey, life can be tough. Some events are out of our control and sometimes we tend to get in our own way. Often negative events in our childhood shape our adult responses leading to anxiety, depression, avoidance, and panic. Whatever the experience you’re here because you’re ready to overcome it. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.
I am passionate about helping people transform their pain into peace and happiness through compassion. I support others to gain clarity and understanding of their issues and to acknowledge this as a stepping stone to growth and awakening. Assisting my patients on a journey to increased self awareness is an important part of my therapeutic process. We will work together to develop, implement and execute strategies in order to achieve empowerment and healthier self management.
I am passionate about helping people transform their pain into peace and happiness through compassion. I support others to gain clarity and understanding of their issues and to acknowledge this as a stepping stone to growth and awakening. Assisting my patients on a journey to increased self awareness is an important part of my therapeutic process. We will work together to develop, implement and execute strategies in order to achieve empowerment and healthier self management.
Erika Cooley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Waitlist for new clients
As a clinician, I strongly believe that each individual is their own expert. When things become complicated, it is often hard to put ourselves in the driver’s seat and take control. Through practice, I hope to help you find that strength within to overcome some of life’s most difficult challenges. My interest in mental health peaked after college, when I worked with a therapeutic recreational program for children. Witnessing others find and develop their own strengths, I saw how empowering this can be, motivating me to continue to be an agent for change.
As a clinician, I strongly believe that each individual is their own expert. When things become complicated, it is often hard to put ourselves in the driver’s seat and take control. Through practice, I hope to help you find that strength within to overcome some of life’s most difficult challenges. My interest in mental health peaked after college, when I worked with a therapeutic recreational program for children. Witnessing others find and develop their own strengths, I saw how empowering this can be, motivating me to continue to be an agent for change.
I focus on helping adolescents, college students, adults, couples, and families discover ways to cope with the problems they face. I believe we all have answers to our problems within us, but may need help in seeing a way through difficult times. I bring a range of approaches to our work together and tailor the treatment to your needs. I strive to provide a safe space for you to explore and be yourself. I have particular experience with treating anxiety, transition stressors, relationships, and depression, while promoting self-discovery. My goal is to help you lead a fulfilling life.
I focus on helping adolescents, college students, adults, couples, and families discover ways to cope with the problems they face. I believe we all have answers to our problems within us, but may need help in seeing a way through difficult times. I bring a range of approaches to our work together and tailor the treatment to your needs. I strive to provide a safe space for you to explore and be yourself. I have particular experience with treating anxiety, transition stressors, relationships, and depression, while promoting self-discovery. My goal is to help you lead a fulfilling life.
Brooklyn Roddenberry, LCSW,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LLC
3 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32303
I have a history of working with a diverse group of folks experiencing issues with trauma, substance misuse, grief/loss, crisis situations, relationships, mental health, and emotional regulation. My ideal client is curious about a new path. They are eager to learn and try new things. They want to create a life for themselves that they do not have to escape from and/or a life that honors their lost loved ones. They want this because they feel lost, confused, and/or tired of the same old patterns of suffering. I am trained in EMDR through an EMDRIA-approved program. Call the number on my website for scheduling a consultation.
I have a history of working with a diverse group of folks experiencing issues with trauma, substance misuse, grief/loss, crisis situations, relationships, mental health, and emotional regulation. My ideal client is curious about a new path. They are eager to learn and try new things. They want to create a life for themselves that they do not have to escape from and/or a life that honors their lost loved ones. They want this because they feel lost, confused, and/or tired of the same old patterns of suffering. I am trained in EMDR through an EMDRIA-approved program. Call the number on my website for scheduling a consultation.
I welcome all people regardless of age, gender, race, sexual preference, gender identity, faith, or ability to pay.
I have experience working with people who experience anxiety, depression, and trauma as well as working on relationship issues with couples or families. Conflicted relationships have unfortunately been a byproduct of the pandemic and our current political culture. I help people learn how to talk respectfully with each other. Healthy relationships are vital.
I welcome all people regardless of age, gender, race, sexual preference, gender identity, faith, or ability to pay.
I have experience working with people who experience anxiety, depression, and trauma as well as working on relationship issues with couples or families. Conflicted relationships have unfortunately been a byproduct of the pandemic and our current political culture. I help people learn how to talk respectfully with each other. Healthy relationships are vital.
Do you feel that, despite your best efforts, something has not gone as well as you had hoped? Are you finding yourself in conflict with a loved one or extended family? Often times, discontentment can brew for months or even years before it is first verbalized. It can be subtle at first, arguing more with a loved one or not even bothering to argue at all. But it often grows, like an emergency siren getting closer. Even when that siren gets unbearably loud, it can still be nerve-wracking to say, "Enough is enough, we need to do something different."
Do you feel that, despite your best efforts, something has not gone as well as you had hoped? Are you finding yourself in conflict with a loved one or extended family? Often times, discontentment can brew for months or even years before it is first verbalized. It can be subtle at first, arguing more with a loved one or not even bothering to argue at all. But it often grows, like an emergency siren getting closer. Even when that siren gets unbearably loud, it can still be nerve-wracking to say, "Enough is enough, we need to do something different."
I am currently specializing in depression, anxiety & OCD, low self-esteem, LGBTQ & gender dysphoria, life transitions, eating disorders & body image issues.
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression or self-doubt? Are you going through a stressful transition time such as a breakup, job loss or death of a loved one? Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to find balance or peace in your life? I want to help you with your journey! My passion is helping clients thrive by finding peace, confidence, happiness and developing coping skills for when life gets tough. While therapy is powerful, having a strong therapeutic rapport is essential. As a therapist, I strive to create a non-judgmental, nurturing space and to be someone you can trust and feel comfortable sharing with.
I am currently specializing in depression, anxiety & OCD, low self-esteem, LGBTQ & gender dysphoria, life transitions, eating disorders & body image issues.
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression or self-doubt? Are you going through a stressful transition time such as a breakup, job loss or death of a loved one? Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to find balance or peace in your life? I want to help you with your journey! My passion is helping clients thrive by finding peace, confidence, happiness and developing coping skills for when life gets tough. While therapy is powerful, having a strong therapeutic rapport is essential. As a therapist, I strive to create a non-judgmental, nurturing space and to be someone you can trust and feel comfortable sharing with.
My ideal client is someone who’s tired of carrying everything alone—anxiety that won’t quiet down, old trauma that still shows up, relationship patterns that feel stuck, or emotions that hit out of nowhere. They want clarity, stability, and real connection. They want to feel like themselves again. They’re not looking for perfection—just a safe place to land, make sense of things, and finally move forward with support that feels steady and real.
My ideal client is someone who’s tired of carrying everything alone—anxiety that won’t quiet down, old trauma that still shows up, relationship patterns that feel stuck, or emotions that hit out of nowhere. They want clarity, stability, and real connection. They want to feel like themselves again. They’re not looking for perfection—just a safe place to land, make sense of things, and finally move forward with support that feels steady and real.
I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
My practice is currently accepting new clients and couples!
I believe that everyone deserves the chance to be heard, accepted, and believed no matter what issues or struggles you are currently facing. In addition, I believe that our life experiences can shape who we are and can influence how we react to certain situations. And by examining and processing these experiences we can better understand ourselves and our behaviors. I provide a non-judgmental and safe space for you to navigate areas in your life that you want to accept or see change, at a pace that feels right for you.
My practice is currently accepting new clients and couples!
I believe that everyone deserves the chance to be heard, accepted, and believed no matter what issues or struggles you are currently facing. In addition, I believe that our life experiences can shape who we are and can influence how we react to certain situations. And by examining and processing these experiences we can better understand ourselves and our behaviors. I provide a non-judgmental and safe space for you to navigate areas in your life that you want to accept or see change, at a pace that feels right for you.
We all spend moments in those spaces where we haven’t a clue. Experiences of spinning, overwhelming emotions. We’ve all been there. There is comfort in having a safe space to break down the chaos, a moment to breathe. A place of empathy where we are not alone, and able to experience acceptance. I want to listen and support you on the journey to discovering the authentic and simple steps leading to your courageous self. You are capable, connected, deserving, and valuable. You are more powerful than you know. There’s surviving, there’s living, and there’s living beautifully. Let’s leap into your beautiful life.
We all spend moments in those spaces where we haven’t a clue. Experiences of spinning, overwhelming emotions. We’ve all been there. There is comfort in having a safe space to break down the chaos, a moment to breathe. A place of empathy where we are not alone, and able to experience acceptance. I want to listen and support you on the journey to discovering the authentic and simple steps leading to your courageous self. You are capable, connected, deserving, and valuable. You are more powerful than you know. There’s surviving, there’s living, and there’s living beautifully. Let’s leap into your beautiful life.
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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.