Transgender Therapists in North Dakota
I am also an ally to transgender widows, detransitioners, and desisters.
As a Christian my faith in Christ is the most vital aspect of who I am. As my client you can be assured that my counsel is governed by biblical principles and informed by the latest research. I will listen attentively and help you find the sources of your problems and learn new ways to live in the freedom that Christ promises us. I believe that there is tremendous strength when a person is able to tell their story in a way that is honoring to the Lord, and I am committed to guiding people toward truth and the freedom that follows. Our counseling relationship will be two Spirit-led individuals working in one direction: your goals.
I am also an ally to transgender widows, detransitioners, and desisters.
As a Christian my faith in Christ is the most vital aspect of who I am. As my client you can be assured that my counsel is governed by biblical principles and informed by the latest research. I will listen attentively and help you find the sources of your problems and learn new ways to live in the freedom that Christ promises us. I believe that there is tremendous strength when a person is able to tell their story in a way that is honoring to the Lord, and I am committed to guiding people toward truth and the freedom that follows. Our counseling relationship will be two Spirit-led individuals working in one direction: your goals.
Megan Degenstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fargo, ND 58103
Waitlist for new clients
I believe genuine connection is an essential part of our wellness, healing, and growth. My hope is to create safe space for you to unapologetically be yourself through support, validation, and even a healthy dose of humor. I strive to help you feel heard and understood while you work toward your unique goals. I can help you navigate challenges and roadblocks that may be impacting you individually, such as difficult relationships or lack of purpose. I'll also help you consider how broader sources of stress impact you, such as systems of oppression and navigating our difficult world.
I believe genuine connection is an essential part of our wellness, healing, and growth. My hope is to create safe space for you to unapologetically be yourself through support, validation, and even a healthy dose of humor. I strive to help you feel heard and understood while you work toward your unique goals. I can help you navigate challenges and roadblocks that may be impacting you individually, such as difficult relationships or lack of purpose. I'll also help you consider how broader sources of stress impact you, such as systems of oppression and navigating our difficult world.
I am Tena Prestidge, LPCC at Canopy Medical Clinic. I offer evidence-based treatment for individuals dealing with mood and anxiety concerns, relationship stress, and trauma with an emphasis on LGBTQ+, and alternative lifestyle (including consensual non-monogamy, BDSM, and kink) affirming care.
I am Tena Prestidge, LPCC at Canopy Medical Clinic. I offer evidence-based treatment for individuals dealing with mood and anxiety concerns, relationship stress, and trauma with an emphasis on LGBTQ+, and alternative lifestyle (including consensual non-monogamy, BDSM, and kink) affirming care.
Hi, I'm Sarah Orlando, the founder of Pelorus Point. I'm a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience in Florida, dedicated to helping individuals navigate their journeys towards a more fulfilling life. My master's degree in counseling psychology laid the foundation for my career, and I'm currently pursuing a PhD in Gender and Sexual Fluidity to expand my understanding and expertise. My approach to therapy is eclectic, drawing on a variety of therapeutic techniques to create personalized strategies for each client.
Hi, I'm Sarah Orlando, the founder of Pelorus Point. I'm a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience in Florida, dedicated to helping individuals navigate their journeys towards a more fulfilling life. My master's degree in counseling psychology laid the foundation for my career, and I'm currently pursuing a PhD in Gender and Sexual Fluidity to expand my understanding and expertise. My approach to therapy is eclectic, drawing on a variety of therapeutic techniques to create personalized strategies for each client.
Something is holding you back from connecting with others and even with yourself. It could be a history of trauma, bullying, or bad relationships. It could be low self-esteem or self-confidence. It could be that you are in a sexual, gender, or religious minority and just haven't found "your people" yet. Whatever the reason, you're over it. You are ready to take up space, start loving yourself, and start accepting love from others around you.
Something is holding you back from connecting with others and even with yourself. It could be a history of trauma, bullying, or bad relationships. It could be low self-esteem or self-confidence. It could be that you are in a sexual, gender, or religious minority and just haven't found "your people" yet. Whatever the reason, you're over it. You are ready to take up space, start loving yourself, and start accepting love from others around you.
Hello! I'm Becky Zimmerman (they/them), and I want to accompany you on your mental and emotional wellness journey. I work with individuals aged seven and up, couples, and polycules. As a part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, I strive to create an inclusive environment for other members of the alphabet soup. I also work well with geeks, gamers, kinksters, and the consensual non-monogamy community. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or major life changes, I am here for you.
Hello! I'm Becky Zimmerman (they/them), and I want to accompany you on your mental and emotional wellness journey. I work with individuals aged seven and up, couples, and polycules. As a part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, I strive to create an inclusive environment for other members of the alphabet soup. I also work well with geeks, gamers, kinksters, and the consensual non-monogamy community. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or major life changes, I am here for you.
The Kid's Therapy Center LLC is a mental health counseling and training center focusing on children, adolescents and adults. Therapy is offered individually and in a group setting. In addition, the center offers education for professionals, students, or caregivers pertaining to childhood issues they may encounter within their profession and viable treatment options.
The Kid's Therapy Center LLC is a mental health counseling and training center focusing on children, adolescents and adults. Therapy is offered individually and in a group setting. In addition, the center offers education for professionals, students, or caregivers pertaining to childhood issues they may encounter within their profession and viable treatment options.
I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma or verbal, emotional, physical or sexual abuse in their families or close relationships. Particularly when abuse happens earlier in life or over a long period, those suffering may develop various symptoms including depression, anxiety, low self esteem, self harm, substance use, and anger issues. I view symptoms as ways of coping that have helped you survive so far. We collaborate in therapy to help you find new ways to relate to yourself and others, and create a more meaningful and satisfying life, however that might look for you.
I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma or verbal, emotional, physical or sexual abuse in their families or close relationships. Particularly when abuse happens earlier in life or over a long period, those suffering may develop various symptoms including depression, anxiety, low self esteem, self harm, substance use, and anger issues. I view symptoms as ways of coping that have helped you survive so far. We collaborate in therapy to help you find new ways to relate to yourself and others, and create a more meaningful and satisfying life, however that might look for you.
As a licensed counselor and Registered Play Therapist, I’m excited to connect with you. Whether you’re a child, adolescent, or young adult, I’m here to support you on your journey. I use evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, and Play Therapy, and I tailor my approach to fit your unique needs. I’m passionate about the person-centered approach, which means I’m committed to meeting you wherever you are in life, offering the support, hope, and healing you deserve. My goal is to create a safe, trusting environment where you can share your story openly and feel truly heard.
As a licensed counselor and Registered Play Therapist, I’m excited to connect with you. Whether you’re a child, adolescent, or young adult, I’m here to support you on your journey. I use evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, and Play Therapy, and I tailor my approach to fit your unique needs. I’m passionate about the person-centered approach, which means I’m committed to meeting you wherever you are in life, offering the support, hope, and healing you deserve. My goal is to create a safe, trusting environment where you can share your story openly and feel truly heard.
Hello! I would be honored to meet with you. Often, clients come to find healthy ways of coping with stress, anxiety, depression & to process thoughts & feelings in a supportive environment. They are frequently interested in improving relationships, leaving abusive partners, experiencing more happiness and fulfillment in life, & attaining meaningful goals. As each person is an individual, therapy is tailored to your unique needs and wants. I provide therapy to individuals & couples. Clients often say I'm easy to talk to, compassionate, and accepting. I hope you will agree. My office is in my home which offers comfort and privacy.
Hello! I would be honored to meet with you. Often, clients come to find healthy ways of coping with stress, anxiety, depression & to process thoughts & feelings in a supportive environment. They are frequently interested in improving relationships, leaving abusive partners, experiencing more happiness and fulfillment in life, & attaining meaningful goals. As each person is an individual, therapy is tailored to your unique needs and wants. I provide therapy to individuals & couples. Clients often say I'm easy to talk to, compassionate, and accepting. I hope you will agree. My office is in my home which offers comfort and privacy.
I have years of experience working with children, teens, and adults on their journey to mental wellness. I offer services to help with depression, anxiety, and trauma. Most of my professional career has been spent working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults. Additionally, I am passionate about helping the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to assist them in the struggles that they are faced with on an every day basis.
I have years of experience working with children, teens, and adults on their journey to mental wellness. I offer services to help with depression, anxiety, and trauma. Most of my professional career has been spent working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults. Additionally, I am passionate about helping the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to assist them in the struggles that they are faced with on an every day basis.
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I believe in transparency, emotional exploration, and collaboration. If you are struggling with overwhelming stress or worry, relationship difficulties, feelings of loneliness, emptiness, or lacking purpose, you are not alone. We are all human and deserve a nonjudgemental space to grow and feel heard.
I believe in transparency, emotional exploration, and collaboration. If you are struggling with overwhelming stress or worry, relationship difficulties, feelings of loneliness, emptiness, or lacking purpose, you are not alone. We are all human and deserve a nonjudgemental space to grow and feel heard.
Immediate Openings! I am an experienced licensed counselor who recently relocated from Bismarck to Fargo. I work with children, teens, and adults who are struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, past trauma, and coping with life changes.
Immediate Openings! I am an experienced licensed counselor who recently relocated from Bismarck to Fargo. I work with children, teens, and adults who are struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, past trauma, and coping with life changes.
Selvig Counseling Services (Tami Selvig)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fargo, ND 58104
Welcome! Is the joy you once felt is missing? Are you are going through the motions but not really living? If life isn't what you thought it would be and you feel like you are trudging through your days, you have come to the right place. You are not alone. A favorite quote of mine: "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do with some passion, some compassion, some humor and some style" - Maya Angelou- It is within you to get there! I love working with kids, young adults and adults who aren't so young anymore but want to stay young at heart.
Welcome! Is the joy you once felt is missing? Are you are going through the motions but not really living? If life isn't what you thought it would be and you feel like you are trudging through your days, you have come to the right place. You are not alone. A favorite quote of mine: "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do with some passion, some compassion, some humor and some style" - Maya Angelou- It is within you to get there! I love working with kids, young adults and adults who aren't so young anymore but want to stay young at heart.
At Willow Tree Counseling, we believe every person can make changes that improve their quality of life. We recognize & appreciate individual qualities that foster resiliency. Willow Tree Counseling admires & respects the vulnerability & courage that are necessary for change. Our providers are trained to utilize evidence-based practices in addressing individual goals while providing a safe, supportive environment. Willow Tree Counseling offers EMDR, IFS, Prolonged Exposure, Exposure & Response Prevention, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, CBT, & Solution-Focused therapies.
At Willow Tree Counseling, we believe every person can make changes that improve their quality of life. We recognize & appreciate individual qualities that foster resiliency. Willow Tree Counseling admires & respects the vulnerability & courage that are necessary for change. Our providers are trained to utilize evidence-based practices in addressing individual goals while providing a safe, supportive environment. Willow Tree Counseling offers EMDR, IFS, Prolonged Exposure, Exposure & Response Prevention, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, CBT, & Solution-Focused therapies.
I want to help you achieve the kind of life you have always wanted, to help you overcome obstacles that stand between you and your hopes and dreams. Many clients tell me they wish they had come to see me sooner. They regret the wasted months... sometimes years. There is no reason to continue to suffer, to continue repeating the same mistakes, or to keep arguing about the same things over and over. The sooner you call, the sooner you can feel better. Together we can find what's going wrong in your life and get you back on track.
I want to help you achieve the kind of life you have always wanted, to help you overcome obstacles that stand between you and your hopes and dreams. Many clients tell me they wish they had come to see me sooner. They regret the wasted months... sometimes years. There is no reason to continue to suffer, to continue repeating the same mistakes, or to keep arguing about the same things over and over. The sooner you call, the sooner you can feel better. Together we can find what's going wrong in your life and get you back on track.
Hi, my name is Megan! First I want to honor the steps you took to get to this place of looking for increased support. Whether you're struggling with life transitions, grief, or just feeling like things aren't working as well for you as you'd like, some external support and perspective can be invaluable to getting back on track.
Hi, my name is Megan! First I want to honor the steps you took to get to this place of looking for increased support. Whether you're struggling with life transitions, grief, or just feeling like things aren't working as well for you as you'd like, some external support and perspective can be invaluable to getting back on track.
Supporting clients in making progress toward their goals is one of my favorite aspects of my job. I enjoy working with people from a variety of backgrounds and hearing their unique stories. I've worked with individuals, couples, and families with high-risk issues, such as abuse, neglect, and suicide and those in the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with clients who have anxiety, depression, and those struggling through life transitions.
Supporting clients in making progress toward their goals is one of my favorite aspects of my job. I enjoy working with people from a variety of backgrounds and hearing their unique stories. I've worked with individuals, couples, and families with high-risk issues, such as abuse, neglect, and suicide and those in the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with clients who have anxiety, depression, and those struggling through life transitions.
My approach to therapy is down-to-earth, collaborative, and person-centered. You can expect a non-judgmental space that will help you to feel comfortable during all stages of the process. Together we will create a plan that promotes coping and growth, and incorporates evidence based therapy practices such as CBT, DBT, and a mix of trauma informed interventions such as psychosomatic therapy. I work with adult populations 18 + . I am LGBTQIA+ affirming, experienced in Veteran issues, and specialize in addressing stressful life transitions, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, gender identity, and insomnia/ nightmares.
My approach to therapy is down-to-earth, collaborative, and person-centered. You can expect a non-judgmental space that will help you to feel comfortable during all stages of the process. Together we will create a plan that promotes coping and growth, and incorporates evidence based therapy practices such as CBT, DBT, and a mix of trauma informed interventions such as psychosomatic therapy. I work with adult populations 18 + . I am LGBTQIA+ affirming, experienced in Veteran issues, and specialize in addressing stressful life transitions, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, gender identity, and insomnia/ nightmares.
My intention as a therapist is to create a safe, genuinely compassionate space to help you process through concerns, learn skills to help reduce symptoms, and improve the areas of your life that have been affected by concerns.
My intention as a therapist is to create a safe, genuinely compassionate space to help you process through concerns, learn skills to help reduce symptoms, and improve the areas of your life that have been affected by concerns.
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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.