Transgender Therapists in Maryland
I am excited to provide compassionate & competent care for transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive adults, and other LGBTQIA+ identities.
My intention is for you to feel safe bringing all parts of yourself into our sessions. All of you - all feelings, all identities - are welcome. Only in a relationship of relative safety & non-judgement can growth happen. I maintain that YOU are the expert on you and as such I take a client-centered, collaborative, and relational approach to therapy. I will use our relationship, my experience, and YOUR insight & self-knowing, as well as appropriate tools & techniques. I will ask about your goals, challenges, strengths, and what has worked for you in the past. Your care will be as individual as you are.
I am excited to provide compassionate & competent care for transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive adults, and other LGBTQIA+ identities.
My intention is for you to feel safe bringing all parts of yourself into our sessions. All of you - all feelings, all identities - are welcome. Only in a relationship of relative safety & non-judgement can growth happen. I maintain that YOU are the expert on you and as such I take a client-centered, collaborative, and relational approach to therapy. I will use our relationship, my experience, and YOUR insight & self-knowing, as well as appropriate tools & techniques. I will ask about your goals, challenges, strengths, and what has worked for you in the past. Your care will be as individual as you are.
Isn’t starting with a new therapist the worst? Will they even “get” the experiences you’ve had exploring or developing new identities? I near-exclusively work with transgender, gender-nonconforming, or gender questioning folks. My specialty limits my services to those who identify within the trans/ queer/ LGB+ community. ... What would it be like to work with a therapist who accepts you exactly as you are, while supporting you to be better? Come find out.
Isn’t starting with a new therapist the worst? Will they even “get” the experiences you’ve had exploring or developing new identities? I near-exclusively work with transgender, gender-nonconforming, or gender questioning folks. My specialty limits my services to those who identify within the trans/ queer/ LGB+ community. ... What would it be like to work with a therapist who accepts you exactly as you are, while supporting you to be better? Come find out.
I have experience working with transgender and gender non-conforming persons.
Have you felt misunderstood because of your sexual orientation, lifestyle, age, disability, or nonconforming body? Have you tried traditional psychotherapy and been disappointed with results? Since 2006, I have provided services to adults and seniors dealing with a wide array of issues. I help people arrive at their own answers and live their most authentic lives using the power of a therapeutic, healing relationship. I help lead people through difficult territory and highlight their successes as they align their lives with their truths. Do you want to change your life but don't know where to start?
I have experience working with transgender and gender non-conforming persons.
Have you felt misunderstood because of your sexual orientation, lifestyle, age, disability, or nonconforming body? Have you tried traditional psychotherapy and been disappointed with results? Since 2006, I have provided services to adults and seniors dealing with a wide array of issues. I help people arrive at their own answers and live their most authentic lives using the power of a therapeutic, healing relationship. I help lead people through difficult territory and highlight their successes as they align their lives with their truths. Do you want to change your life but don't know where to start?
Stacey Jackson-Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Online Only
I provide therapy to individuals navigating the diverse spectrum of gender (e.g., transgender and gender diverse) and sexuality (e.g., LGBTQ), offering a nurturing environment to address challenges in sexuality, relationships, personal growth, and general mental health. Through empathetic and nonjudgmental therapy, we'll explore both areas for growth and your accomplishments, collaborating to define your desired path in life and relationships. With specialization in various therapeutic techniques, I'll tailor our sessions to align with your specific needs, values, and objectives.
I provide therapy to individuals navigating the diverse spectrum of gender (e.g., transgender and gender diverse) and sexuality (e.g., LGBTQ), offering a nurturing environment to address challenges in sexuality, relationships, personal growth, and general mental health. Through empathetic and nonjudgmental therapy, we'll explore both areas for growth and your accomplishments, collaborating to define your desired path in life and relationships. With specialization in various therapeutic techniques, I'll tailor our sessions to align with your specific needs, values, and objectives.
I also advocate for the transgender and LGBQ community and educate others to increase the number of LGBTQ allies in our community.
Are you or someone you love questioning gender? Are you or someone you love needing support with gender transition processes? Are you transgender or non-binary and have had challenges finding an affirming, trans-competent provider? I am a queer, trans-man with years of experience working with children, teens, and adults who are transgender, gender diverse, or who are questioning their gender. Whether you are seeking therapy related to your gender or not, and whatever challenges have brought you to therapy, I am here to listen and to help you reach your full potential.
I also advocate for the transgender and LGBQ community and educate others to increase the number of LGBTQ allies in our community.
Are you or someone you love questioning gender? Are you or someone you love needing support with gender transition processes? Are you transgender or non-binary and have had challenges finding an affirming, trans-competent provider? I am a queer, trans-man with years of experience working with children, teens, and adults who are transgender, gender diverse, or who are questioning their gender. Whether you are seeking therapy related to your gender or not, and whatever challenges have brought you to therapy, I am here to listen and to help you reach your full potential.
Tavi Hawn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21211
Want to support your transgender or nonbinary child? Looking for a therapist with some shared lived experiences but also plain old therapist experience? People who work with me say things like "I'm worried about a relationship", "Life totally sucks right now and I don't know what to do", "How do I navigate parenthood on top of everything else"?, "It's hard to find my community and I'm lonely", "I've becoming a 'professional gay' which comes with its own challenges" . "I am leaving or have left an abusive relationship". If you're ready for some deep exploration that honors your values, culture, and spiritual practices, let's do it!
Want to support your transgender or nonbinary child? Looking for a therapist with some shared lived experiences but also plain old therapist experience? People who work with me say things like "I'm worried about a relationship", "Life totally sucks right now and I don't know what to do", "How do I navigate parenthood on top of everything else"?, "It's hard to find my community and I'm lonely", "I've becoming a 'professional gay' which comes with its own challenges" . "I am leaving or have left an abusive relationship". If you're ready for some deep exploration that honors your values, culture, and spiritual practices, let's do it!
Kris Oseth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, LPCC, CPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
I work with clients of all backgrounds, while specializing in following areas: LGBTQ+, Transgender/Gender-Diverse/Non-binary transitioning process and identity; kink/poly/non-monogamous relationships, sex work, substance use/misuse – goals for sobriety/recovery or harm reduction, out of control sexual behavior, anxiety/trauma, Personal Training, EMDR.
I will work with you to illuminate the meaning of your experience and help you practice greater self-acceptance. Therapy goals/counseling/education will be tailored to your unique needs. I may show you how to change your behavior by using Mindfulness/changing your thoughts, recovery/harm reduction tools to address substance use, guidance/education/resources for exploring sexual orientation/gender identity/transitioning/coming out, provide couples/individual work for better communication in relationships, and/or I can apply EMDR/somatic-based approaches for trauma/anxiety and even substance using/behavioral urges.
I work with clients of all backgrounds, while specializing in following areas: LGBTQ+, Transgender/Gender-Diverse/Non-binary transitioning process and identity; kink/poly/non-monogamous relationships, sex work, substance use/misuse – goals for sobriety/recovery or harm reduction, out of control sexual behavior, anxiety/trauma, Personal Training, EMDR.
I will work with you to illuminate the meaning of your experience and help you practice greater self-acceptance. Therapy goals/counseling/education will be tailored to your unique needs. I may show you how to change your behavior by using Mindfulness/changing your thoughts, recovery/harm reduction tools to address substance use, guidance/education/resources for exploring sexual orientation/gender identity/transitioning/coming out, provide couples/individual work for better communication in relationships, and/or I can apply EMDR/somatic-based approaches for trauma/anxiety and even substance using/behavioral urges.
I feel honored to work with those in the transgender community or those questioning their identity and would love to support you in your journey of discovery.
Everyone deserves to feel heard, known, and supported. Each individual, child, and family is unique and I strive to treat you as such, honoring your journey and specific goals.
I feel honored to work with those in the transgender community or those questioning their identity and would love to support you in your journey of discovery.
Everyone deserves to feel heard, known, and supported. Each individual, child, and family is unique and I strive to treat you as such, honoring your journey and specific goals.
Christina Law
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, BCST, TCT
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with transgender clients, gender dysphoria, bipolar, depression, sex addiction, sex offenses, and more.
As a Clinical Social Worker, Board Certified Sex Therapist, and Certified Transgender Care Therapist, I specialize in transgender care and sexual issues. I work with the LGBTQ community, as well as, heterosexual clients; focusing on gender identity issues, sex addiction, and women's issues. I provide individual and family therapy to promote healing and life enrichment, as well as, evaluation for readiness for transgender related surgeries.
I have experience working with transgender clients, gender dysphoria, bipolar, depression, sex addiction, sex offenses, and more.
As a Clinical Social Worker, Board Certified Sex Therapist, and Certified Transgender Care Therapist, I specialize in transgender care and sexual issues. I work with the LGBTQ community, as well as, heterosexual clients; focusing on gender identity issues, sex addiction, and women's issues. I provide individual and family therapy to promote healing and life enrichment, as well as, evaluation for readiness for transgender related surgeries.
Carin Sailer LGPC (They/Them) helps individuals overcome feelings of anxiety, depression, and poor self-esteem. They work with individuals on exploring identity, managing internalized “isms”, and finding new adaptive ways to cope. Carin specializes in working with individuals on general mental health concerns while also working with transgender & non-binary adults, parents processing their own identity (or their child’s), and those endorsing an identity in “mid-life” (whatever that means!)
Carin Sailer LGPC (They/Them) helps individuals overcome feelings of anxiety, depression, and poor self-esteem. They work with individuals on exploring identity, managing internalized “isms”, and finding new adaptive ways to cope. Carin specializes in working with individuals on general mental health concerns while also working with transgender & non-binary adults, parents processing their own identity (or their child’s), and those endorsing an identity in “mid-life” (whatever that means!)
I am also LGBTQ+ affirming and have extensive experience supporting clients with gender dysphoria and exploring gender identity.
NO CURRENT AVAILABILITY. EMAIL CONTACT PREFERRED. Every person is unique and has a unique story. As a clinician I believe that therapy should be tailored to the client and your unique needs. Drawing on over 15 years of experience and firm foundations in psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, behavioral, and expressive techniques I endeavor to work collaboratively with my clients to understand them, their needs and goals, and to support them with a combination of techniques that provides the best fit. I strive to create a warm and accepting environment where we can work towards your goals together.
I am also LGBTQ+ affirming and have extensive experience supporting clients with gender dysphoria and exploring gender identity.
NO CURRENT AVAILABILITY. EMAIL CONTACT PREFERRED. Every person is unique and has a unique story. As a clinician I believe that therapy should be tailored to the client and your unique needs. Drawing on over 15 years of experience and firm foundations in psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, behavioral, and expressive techniques I endeavor to work collaboratively with my clients to understand them, their needs and goals, and to support them with a combination of techniques that provides the best fit. I strive to create a warm and accepting environment where we can work towards your goals together.
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I generally work with adults 18 and above, but also work with those 13 and above who are part of the LGBTQ / GLBTQ (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning) community.
I believe that we are all on our own journey through life and that the right journey for one person isn't necessarily the right journey for another. My job as a counselor isn't to tell you which one to take; it's to help you remove the roadblocks from your journey in an effort to make your choices in the future clearer for you. In order for counseling to be successful, the counselor and the client need to have a good connection to each other, and I strive to begin forming that connection from the very first meeting. I've worked with a wide variety of clients. Contact me and lets see how we can work together.
I generally work with adults 18 and above, but also work with those 13 and above who are part of the LGBTQ / GLBTQ (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning) community.
I believe that we are all on our own journey through life and that the right journey for one person isn't necessarily the right journey for another. My job as a counselor isn't to tell you which one to take; it's to help you remove the roadblocks from your journey in an effort to make your choices in the future clearer for you. In order for counseling to be successful, the counselor and the client need to have a good connection to each other, and I strive to begin forming that connection from the very first meeting. I've worked with a wide variety of clients. Contact me and lets see how we can work together.
As a queer and transgender clinician, my identity informs my work with transgender, non-binary, and gender-expansive identified young people.
I am a queer, nonbinary transmasculine human that uses he/they pronouns. My practice is devoted to creative and collaborative work within a safe and non-threatening environment. I am a clinically trained art therapist and counselor who uses an individualized and trauma-informed approach. I specialize in navigating issues that impact children and adolescents, such as depression, anxiety, risky or self-harming behaviors, stress, gender identity, and difficult life transitions. I have experience working in an intensive outpatient setting and now practice individual expressive therapy in a private practice setting.
As a queer and transgender clinician, my identity informs my work with transgender, non-binary, and gender-expansive identified young people.
I am a queer, nonbinary transmasculine human that uses he/they pronouns. My practice is devoted to creative and collaborative work within a safe and non-threatening environment. I am a clinically trained art therapist and counselor who uses an individualized and trauma-informed approach. I specialize in navigating issues that impact children and adolescents, such as depression, anxiety, risky or self-harming behaviors, stress, gender identity, and difficult life transitions. I have experience working in an intensive outpatient setting and now practice individual expressive therapy in a private practice setting.
For the past 4 decades plus, I have specialized in LGBTQ issues. I currently focus on gender identity issues and assist my transgender clients with navigating their often challenging journeys. As an "out" cisgender lesbian practitioner, I strive to help my LGBTQ clients travel from a place of shame to pride. Much of our work centers on self- esteem and the ways in which homophobia and transphobia impact so many areas of our lives-including family, career, and our intimate relationships. I love animals and also do veterinary counseling and consulting. My style is interactive and casual. I highly value your confidentiality.
For the past 4 decades plus, I have specialized in LGBTQ issues. I currently focus on gender identity issues and assist my transgender clients with navigating their often challenging journeys. As an "out" cisgender lesbian practitioner, I strive to help my LGBTQ clients travel from a place of shame to pride. Much of our work centers on self- esteem and the ways in which homophobia and transphobia impact so many areas of our lives-including family, career, and our intimate relationships. I love animals and also do veterinary counseling and consulting. My style is interactive and casual. I highly value your confidentiality.
I have extensive experience treating our nation's uniformed service members and their loved ones, many of whom have faced circumstances like these: Combat and sexual trauma, Profound loss, geographic separation from family support, relationship distress, parenting challenges, depression and anxiety, cancer, issues with eating and body image, gender issues, and difficulty excelling professionally due to ADHD. I had specialized training in treating gender-questioning and transgender people. I have a post-doctoral master's degree in psychopharmacology, and can consult with other prescribing providers for best medication outcomes..
I have extensive experience treating our nation's uniformed service members and their loved ones, many of whom have faced circumstances like these: Combat and sexual trauma, Profound loss, geographic separation from family support, relationship distress, parenting challenges, depression and anxiety, cancer, issues with eating and body image, gender issues, and difficulty excelling professionally due to ADHD. I had specialized training in treating gender-questioning and transgender people. I have a post-doctoral master's degree in psychopharmacology, and can consult with other prescribing providers for best medication outcomes..
I welcome transgender, genderqueer, and gender non-conforming clients.
I help individual adults with a wide range of emotional problems and decisions, with a special focus on the LGBT community. My goal is to enable people to resolve their issues with lasting results and to live more satisfying, healthier lives. Over the past 28 years, people have turned to me for help with depression, anxiety, loneliness, grief, low self-esteem, work stress, parenting, and relationship problems. I have also worked with people experiencing trauma and substance abuse.
I welcome transgender, genderqueer, and gender non-conforming clients.
I help individual adults with a wide range of emotional problems and decisions, with a special focus on the LGBT community. My goal is to enable people to resolve their issues with lasting results and to live more satisfying, healthier lives. Over the past 28 years, people have turned to me for help with depression, anxiety, loneliness, grief, low self-esteem, work stress, parenting, and relationship problems. I have also worked with people experiencing trauma and substance abuse.
Lissa Mantell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
I specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults, and have expertise and a special interest in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, including those who consider themselves transgender, genderqueer, gender non-conforming or questioning.
It's time to help you connect to your best self. My goal is for you to feel heard, supported and able to look at your challenges and successes. I'm warm, kind and welcoming as a therapist. Together we'll create a safe space for you to look at where the problem(s) may lie, and come up with solutions that will work in your everyday life. Let's talk about how I can help you feel more satisfied and at peace in your life.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults, and have expertise and a special interest in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, including those who consider themselves transgender, genderqueer, gender non-conforming or questioning.
It's time to help you connect to your best self. My goal is for you to feel heard, supported and able to look at your challenges and successes. I'm warm, kind and welcoming as a therapist. Together we'll create a safe space for you to look at where the problem(s) may lie, and come up with solutions that will work in your everyday life. Let's talk about how I can help you feel more satisfied and at peace in your life.
I believe people possess the strength and ability to move towards growth. I believe everyone has potential - potential to be their best self, potential for power, strength, and resiliency. Sometimes life struggles get in the way of allowing full potential to develop. There often comes a time when an added layer of support allows us to thrive and shine. This is where I can help. I specialize in women's mental health (child-free by choice, career advancement & difficulties, relational dynamics, high-power positions, personal growth focus), and LGBTQ+, transgender, and non-binary focused care, including surgery support letters.
I believe people possess the strength and ability to move towards growth. I believe everyone has potential - potential to be their best self, potential for power, strength, and resiliency. Sometimes life struggles get in the way of allowing full potential to develop. There often comes a time when an added layer of support allows us to thrive and shine. This is where I can help. I specialize in women's mental health (child-free by choice, career advancement & difficulties, relational dynamics, high-power positions, personal growth focus), and LGBTQ+, transgender, and non-binary focused care, including surgery support letters.
Pride Therapy DC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
As the former Director of Mental Health at the Youth Pride Clinic at Childrens National I Specialize in helping transgender kids and adults in their gender journey following WPATH guidelines enjoy working with parents, non-profit workers and writers.
More than your Therapist -Your Biographer-- In sharing your story- you can get Perspective , Power and Peace. LGBTQ- Supportive Therapy-providing an empathetic ear and concrete solutions. Whether your struggling with Anxiety, Trauma or Relationship Issues- or not being in one -you don't have to do it alone. Have You - your kid or spouse come out as Transgender, Lesbian Bisexual or Gay or HIV+ and have questions I have helped many others like you and have trained thousands of Healthcare Providers on how to be more clinically competent and sensitive in their care. Let's do the work together!
As the former Director of Mental Health at the Youth Pride Clinic at Childrens National I Specialize in helping transgender kids and adults in their gender journey following WPATH guidelines enjoy working with parents, non-profit workers and writers.
More than your Therapist -Your Biographer-- In sharing your story- you can get Perspective , Power and Peace. LGBTQ- Supportive Therapy-providing an empathetic ear and concrete solutions. Whether your struggling with Anxiety, Trauma or Relationship Issues- or not being in one -you don't have to do it alone. Have You - your kid or spouse come out as Transgender, Lesbian Bisexual or Gay or HIV+ and have questions I have helped many others like you and have trained thousands of Healthcare Providers on how to be more clinically competent and sensitive in their care. Let's do the work together!
Kalie Giovanni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
We all face challenges, and at times need additional care to grow and thrive. For over 10 years, I have worked with individuals, families, and those in relationships to address conflict, improve communication, and navigate changing behaviors. I have specialty training in trauma-informed care, co-occurring diagnoses, and exploring attachment dynamics & patterns in relationships. I specialize in affirming and caring for the LGBTQIA+ community and transgender / gender expansive youth and adults, and their families. I engage from a strengths-based, feminist, anti-racist, intersectional lens, while empowering folks to make life changes.
We all face challenges, and at times need additional care to grow and thrive. For over 10 years, I have worked with individuals, families, and those in relationships to address conflict, improve communication, and navigate changing behaviors. I have specialty training in trauma-informed care, co-occurring diagnoses, and exploring attachment dynamics & patterns in relationships. I specialize in affirming and caring for the LGBTQIA+ community and transgender / gender expansive youth and adults, and their families. I engage from a strengths-based, feminist, anti-racist, intersectional lens, while empowering folks to make life changes.
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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.