Transgender Therapists in Hyde Park, NY
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
If you are struggling with your gender identity or sexual orientation, we can work towards a better understanding of yourself.
I offer therapy to people of all ages, including children and adolescents and their families, adults and especially college age young adults. Life can be difficult, overwhelming and challenging no matter what age you are. Parents often need help with their child or adolescent who may be struggling in school, or at home with their families, or in social situations. People of all ages who are neurodivergent or on the austism spectrum (and their family members) may need guidance and support from a therapist. I am LGBTQ friendly. I am also available to supervise all mental health clinicians.
If you are struggling with your gender identity or sexual orientation, we can work towards a better understanding of yourself.
I offer therapy to people of all ages, including children and adolescents and their families, adults and especially college age young adults. Life can be difficult, overwhelming and challenging no matter what age you are. Parents often need help with their child or adolescent who may be struggling in school, or at home with their families, or in social situations. People of all ages who are neurodivergent or on the austism spectrum (and their family members) may need guidance and support from a therapist. I am LGBTQ friendly. I am also available to supervise all mental health clinicians.
Deciding to come to therapy is the first step towards change. Finding a therapist who is the right fit for you is next.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience in inpatient mental health treatment, substance use treatment, partial hospitalization, and community mental health. I have worked with individuals across the life span and specialize with adolescents/young adults.
My therapeutic approach is based first and foremost on the therapeutic relationship, the idea that therapy should be person centered around your unique circumstances. I pull from evidenced based practices including CBT, DBT, MI, and play therapy.
Deciding to come to therapy is the first step towards change. Finding a therapist who is the right fit for you is next.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience in inpatient mental health treatment, substance use treatment, partial hospitalization, and community mental health. I have worked with individuals across the life span and specialize with adolescents/young adults.
My therapeutic approach is based first and foremost on the therapeutic relationship, the idea that therapy should be person centered around your unique circumstances. I pull from evidenced based practices including CBT, DBT, MI, and play therapy.
If you feel stuck in a loop of stress and perfectionism, it’s often because your brain is still trying to survive your history. I specialize in helping clients navigate the "shadow" of family trauma and the exhaustion of chronic people-pleasing. Using a trauma-informed approach, we’ll work to rewire those old patterns of self-doubt. In my practice, we don’t just talk about the exhaustion; we provide the tools to release it.
If you feel stuck in a loop of stress and perfectionism, it’s often because your brain is still trying to survive your history. I specialize in helping clients navigate the "shadow" of family trauma and the exhaustion of chronic people-pleasing. Using a trauma-informed approach, we’ll work to rewire those old patterns of self-doubt. In my practice, we don’t just talk about the exhaustion; we provide the tools to release it.
I strive to provide a safe and confidential space in which my clients can explore habitual beliefs and behaviors that have been causing personal distress and/or relational problems. I attempt to help them find ways of re-directing their energy towards more effective and satisfying ways of being and interacting. The goal of therapy as I see it for people to develop an understanding of themselves, both alone and in the world, which will enable them to act reasonably and confidently in a way that honors their goals and personal values.
I strive to provide a safe and confidential space in which my clients can explore habitual beliefs and behaviors that have been causing personal distress and/or relational problems. I attempt to help them find ways of re-directing their energy towards more effective and satisfying ways of being and interacting. The goal of therapy as I see it for people to develop an understanding of themselves, both alone and in the world, which will enable them to act reasonably and confidently in a way that honors their goals and personal values.
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I’m Tanya, a Queer, Xennial, I was born and raised in New York City by a blended family. Mental health is a second career for me, after working over 15 years in business and corporate finance, a world I left in 2012 after an experience with psychedelics that changed my self-concept as well as the trajectory of my life. Since that experience, I have immersed myself in advocacy for people who use drugs, using a harm reduction lens. I don’t believe in psychedelic exceptionalism, but I do believe in them as a possible alternative means healing and self discovery. In addition to understanding social norms with the psychedelic community
I’m Tanya, a Queer, Xennial, I was born and raised in New York City by a blended family. Mental health is a second career for me, after working over 15 years in business and corporate finance, a world I left in 2012 after an experience with psychedelics that changed my self-concept as well as the trajectory of my life. Since that experience, I have immersed myself in advocacy for people who use drugs, using a harm reduction lens. I don’t believe in psychedelic exceptionalism, but I do believe in them as a possible alternative means healing and self discovery. In addition to understanding social norms with the psychedelic community
Whether you may be experiencing difficulty, encountering behaviors that keep leading to troubling outcomes, or are dealing with grief, anxiety, sadness, overwhelm, or the weight of the world, I hope you aren’t going through it alone. People who work with me tend to think of me as an ally, helping them to create the lives they want to live. I collaboratively draw upon people’s strengths, values, and competencies to navigate their way towards more fulfillment, freedom, purpose, and joy.
Whether you may be experiencing difficulty, encountering behaviors that keep leading to troubling outcomes, or are dealing with grief, anxiety, sadness, overwhelm, or the weight of the world, I hope you aren’t going through it alone. People who work with me tend to think of me as an ally, helping them to create the lives they want to live. I collaboratively draw upon people’s strengths, values, and competencies to navigate their way towards more fulfillment, freedom, purpose, and joy.
I near-exclusively work with transgender, gender-nonconforming, or gender questioning folks.
I don't assume that my lived experience makes me an expert on trans and gender issues. That's why I have pursued supervision and consultation from other respected trans-identified therapists, and attended gender wellness conferences and other trainings since before I began to work with gender diverse clients.
I near-exclusively work with transgender, gender-nonconforming, or gender questioning folks.
I don't assume that my lived experience makes me an expert on trans and gender issues. That's why I have pursued supervision and consultation from other respected trans-identified therapists, and attended gender wellness conferences and other trainings since before I began to work with gender diverse clients.
Southern Dutchess Behavioral Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Our ideal client is someone feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained—often managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or relationship stress. They want clarity, stability, and tools that actually help them cope day to day. They’re seeking a safe, supportive space where they feel heard without judgment and can build insight, resilience, and confidence. Their goal is not just to “feel better,” but to understand themselves, improve relationships, and create lasting, meaningful change in their life.
Our ideal client is someone feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained—often managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or relationship stress. They want clarity, stability, and tools that actually help them cope day to day. They’re seeking a safe, supportive space where they feel heard without judgment and can build insight, resilience, and confidence. Their goal is not just to “feel better,” but to understand themselves, improve relationships, and create lasting, meaningful change in their life.
Rooted in our origins as Queer Therapy NYC, we now offer virtual therapy throughout New York State who are looking for gender-affirming therapy, support navigating polyamory or ENM, or a therapist who understands kink and sex work without judgment.
Our practice centers LGBTQIA+ clients, and we specialize in working with alternative sexualities and relationship structures. We are deeply affirming of queer and trans identities, kink and D/s dynamics, sex work, and polyamory/ethical non-monogamy — and we offer dedicated support for trans and nonbinary adults navigating gender transition, at any stage
Rooted in our origins as Queer Therapy NYC, we now offer virtual therapy throughout New York State who are looking for gender-affirming therapy, support navigating polyamory or ENM, or a therapist who understands kink and sex work without judgment.
Our practice centers LGBTQIA+ clients, and we specialize in working with alternative sexualities and relationship structures. We are deeply affirming of queer and trans identities, kink and D/s dynamics, sex work, and polyamory/ethical non-monogamy — and we offer dedicated support for trans and nonbinary adults navigating gender transition, at any stage
I work with adults of all ages seeking support in navigating depression, anxiety, complex trauma, experiences of interpersonal and/or systemic violence, grief, relational difficulties, chronic illness/disability, neurodivergence, and identity exploration. I am particularly passionate about working with queer and trans people, sexual trauma survivors, activists/organizers, disabled/chronically ill/covid-conscious folks, and anyone who struggles to feel safe or at home in their bodies.
I work with adults of all ages seeking support in navigating depression, anxiety, complex trauma, experiences of interpersonal and/or systemic violence, grief, relational difficulties, chronic illness/disability, neurodivergence, and identity exploration. I am particularly passionate about working with queer and trans people, sexual trauma survivors, activists/organizers, disabled/chronically ill/covid-conscious folks, and anyone who struggles to feel safe or at home in their bodies.
If you are feeling weighed down by life obligations and losing hope that you can live a life full of meaning, know that you are not alone. It is time to take a step towards the life you once envisioned for yourself. Together we will celebrate the parts of your life that feel fulfilling and examine the parts that are calling for change. Change can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, it can also be exciting and liberating. I strongly believe that we all have the innate ability to manifest the life we desire. Together we will identify the blockages preventing you from witnessing your ability to not just survive, but thrive.
If you are feeling weighed down by life obligations and losing hope that you can live a life full of meaning, know that you are not alone. It is time to take a step towards the life you once envisioned for yourself. Together we will celebrate the parts of your life that feel fulfilling and examine the parts that are calling for change. Change can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, it can also be exciting and liberating. I strongly believe that we all have the innate ability to manifest the life we desire. Together we will identify the blockages preventing you from witnessing your ability to not just survive, but thrive.
My ideal clients are looking to build more fulfilling relationships with themselves and the people in their lives—as this intersects with mental health journeys as BIPOC, queer and trans folks, polyamorous/CNM/ENM/RA folks, allies/accomplices, neurodiverse folks & people of all identities with feminist/social justice values. I help people dream and envision the lives they want—in their bodies, their sexuality, their healing, their relationships/friendships/families, their work, in their spheres of influence—and move towards them. I help people heal & grow from patterns that we formed out of survival or socialization.
My ideal clients are looking to build more fulfilling relationships with themselves and the people in their lives—as this intersects with mental health journeys as BIPOC, queer and trans folks, polyamorous/CNM/ENM/RA folks, allies/accomplices, neurodiverse folks & people of all identities with feminist/social justice values. I help people dream and envision the lives they want—in their bodies, their sexuality, their healing, their relationships/friendships/families, their work, in their spheres of influence—and move towards them. I help people heal & grow from patterns that we formed out of survival or socialization.
Hello! I provide both short term and long term therapy to individuals who are working to manage anxiety, adjustment to life transitions and interpersonal relationships of all kinds. I provide a safe space for those who identify as neurodivergent, as well as LGBTQ+ individuals. I also work with a lot of college students! As a queer, trans-nonbinary clinician, I understand the importance of providing a safe space for visibility, self-exploration, and inclusion. Breaking away from dominant culture expectations and learning how to 'unmask safely' are two areas of importance that I focus on throughout the therapy experience.
Hello! I provide both short term and long term therapy to individuals who are working to manage anxiety, adjustment to life transitions and interpersonal relationships of all kinds. I provide a safe space for those who identify as neurodivergent, as well as LGBTQ+ individuals. I also work with a lot of college students! As a queer, trans-nonbinary clinician, I understand the importance of providing a safe space for visibility, self-exploration, and inclusion. Breaking away from dominant culture expectations and learning how to 'unmask safely' are two areas of importance that I focus on throughout the therapy experience.
Drawing on community-building experience and a background in the arts, Jerrica (they/them) collaborates with individuals of all ages, couples, families, and groups to navigate life’s challenges with openness and compassion. Their holistic practice centers the therapeutic relationship as a foundation for healing, emphasizing a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.
Jerrica has specialized clinical experience working with LGBTQ+ communities, gender affirmation, crisis intervention, trauma recovery, and supporting adolescents through major transitions.
Drawing on community-building experience and a background in the arts, Jerrica (they/them) collaborates with individuals of all ages, couples, families, and groups to navigate life’s challenges with openness and compassion. Their holistic practice centers the therapeutic relationship as a foundation for healing, emphasizing a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.
Jerrica has specialized clinical experience working with LGBTQ+ communities, gender affirmation, crisis intervention, trauma recovery, and supporting adolescents through major transitions.
Hi! I'm Griffin, a queer therapist specializing in OCD, LGBTQ+ issues, and couples counseling. I use evidence-based, gold-standard therapies, including Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD.
Hi! I'm Griffin, a queer therapist specializing in OCD, LGBTQ+ issues, and couples counseling. I use evidence-based, gold-standard therapies, including Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD.
My ideal client navigates life with a neurodivergent mind (ADHD/Autism), often battling anxiety or trauma from trying to fit a mold that wasn't built for them. They struggle with executive dysfunction, sensory overload, and the exhaustion of 'masking' their true selves.
They need more than support; they need a neuro-affirming strategist. Their goal is not to 'fix' their brain, but to master it. They want practical tools (CBT/REBT) to handle emotional regulation and focus. Ultimately, they seek to move from surviving chaos to living authentically, finding a space where they are fully understood.
My ideal client navigates life with a neurodivergent mind (ADHD/Autism), often battling anxiety or trauma from trying to fit a mold that wasn't built for them. They struggle with executive dysfunction, sensory overload, and the exhaustion of 'masking' their true selves.
They need more than support; they need a neuro-affirming strategist. Their goal is not to 'fix' their brain, but to master it. They want practical tools (CBT/REBT) to handle emotional regulation and focus. Ultimately, they seek to move from surviving chaos to living authentically, finding a space where they are fully understood.
It can be difficult to access the fulfillment we deserve when up against a world that does not understand or value us in our entireties. I believe that the space that you and I co-create can serve as a springboard for meaningful processing of this difficulty and—ultimately—the rich, self-determined life you want to live. While centering your experiences, even those that are most challenging, I bring unconditional openness, warmth, and humor. I work with folks on the margins that want to see a therapist they can relate to and feel held by. I aim to serve as a trustworthy guide and confidant as you set goals that are right for you.
It can be difficult to access the fulfillment we deserve when up against a world that does not understand or value us in our entireties. I believe that the space that you and I co-create can serve as a springboard for meaningful processing of this difficulty and—ultimately—the rich, self-determined life you want to live. While centering your experiences, even those that are most challenging, I bring unconditional openness, warmth, and humor. I work with folks on the margins that want to see a therapist they can relate to and feel held by. I aim to serve as a trustworthy guide and confidant as you set goals that are right for you.
I want to help each of my clients find a sense of health - emotionally, physically, and sexually. Let's work together to sort through the things causing disruption in your everyday life including intimate relationships, sexuality, or general life transitions (starting or ending a relationship, coming out, exploring non-traditional relationships, etc.) I am committed to helping you move through anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and shame in order to help you increase connections with yourself and your community.
I want to help each of my clients find a sense of health - emotionally, physically, and sexually. Let's work together to sort through the things causing disruption in your everyday life including intimate relationships, sexuality, or general life transitions (starting or ending a relationship, coming out, exploring non-traditional relationships, etc.) I am committed to helping you move through anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and shame in order to help you increase connections with yourself and your community.
Maybe you’ve spent a lot of time trying to understand yourself and wondering why some things seem harder than they “should.” Maybe you’re carrying the effects of a complicated upbringing, navigating questions about identity or gender, figuring out what it means to be neurodivergent, or trying to understand how your relationships, culture, and experiences have shaped the way you see yourself and the world. Sometimes it’s all of the above. Therapy can be a place to make sense of what you’ve experienced and get curious about what you actually want from here.
Maybe you’ve spent a lot of time trying to understand yourself and wondering why some things seem harder than they “should.” Maybe you’re carrying the effects of a complicated upbringing, navigating questions about identity or gender, figuring out what it means to be neurodivergent, or trying to understand how your relationships, culture, and experiences have shaped the way you see yourself and the world. Sometimes it’s all of the above. Therapy can be a place to make sense of what you’ve experienced and get curious about what you actually want from here.
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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.