Transgender Therapists in Middletown, NY

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Carrie V Fuller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Middletown, NY 10940
Our practice aims to empower individuals of all ages, backgrounds and experiences to improve quality of life and livelihood. We counsel children, teens, couples and families. I work in a strengths based model. We practice in a judgement free zone and meet each client just where you are at. I strive or the best personal outcome. Come meet and see what a difference an empathic counselor can mean in your world. I know humor is good for the soul and heals so I use it in my practice often. I hope to have the opportunity to be the catalyst for change in your life.
Our practice aims to empower individuals of all ages, backgrounds and experiences to improve quality of life and livelihood. We counsel children, teens, couples and families. I work in a strengths based model. We practice in a judgement free zone and meet each client just where you are at. I strive or the best personal outcome. Come meet and see what a difference an empathic counselor can mean in your world. I know humor is good for the soul and heals so I use it in my practice often. I hope to have the opportunity to be the catalyst for change in your life.
(914) 331-8032 View (914) 331-8032
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Victoria Britton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My focus lies in guiding individuals to rediscover their sense of self when facing challenges. You are not alone. I am dedicated to offering supportive reflection and compassionate listening, empowering you to tap into your inner resilience, strengths, and sense of purpose. Whatever you are going through, whoever you are, you deserve care that supports your growth. Together we will develop goals and work towards achieving those goals in a safe, trusting environment. Virtual only at this time.
My focus lies in guiding individuals to rediscover their sense of self when facing challenges. You are not alone. I am dedicated to offering supportive reflection and compassionate listening, empowering you to tap into your inner resilience, strengths, and sense of purpose. Whatever you are going through, whoever you are, you deserve care that supports your growth. Together we will develop goals and work towards achieving those goals in a safe, trusting environment. Virtual only at this time.
(845) 593-9120 View (845) 593-9120
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Dr. Jessica Heschel
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience helping adults to reduce anxiety, cope with trauma, and navigate life's difficulties. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, phase of life issues, career stress, relationship concerns, and many other issues which might bring you to therapy. I practice with a commitment to diversity and am LGBTQIA affirming. I know that finding the right match in a therapist is important, and I want you to get the care that is right for you.
Hi! I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience helping adults to reduce anxiety, cope with trauma, and navigate life's difficulties. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, phase of life issues, career stress, relationship concerns, and many other issues which might bring you to therapy. I practice with a commitment to diversity and am LGBTQIA affirming. I know that finding the right match in a therapist is important, and I want you to get the care that is right for you.
(914) 999-9430 View (914) 999-9430
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Ashley Velazquez
Counselor, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Middletown, NY 10941
I believe therapy is for everyone, and my goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and supported. I work with adolescents and adults ages 12–65, using an individualized approach that honors your unique experiences, strengths, and goals. I strive to be nonjudgmental, collaborative, and compassionate, so you can show up as you are.
I believe therapy is for everyone, and my goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and supported. I work with adolescents and adults ages 12–65, using an individualized approach that honors your unique experiences, strengths, and goals. I strive to be nonjudgmental, collaborative, and compassionate, so you can show up as you are.
(845) 390-2539 View (845) 390-2539
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Pillar Therapy
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Online Only
I AM CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.***Do you suffer from anxiety whether it's Covid-19 related or worldly day to day pressures? Do you have children who are struggling with school or interpersonal conflicts? Are you a teenager who people "don't get" and you just feel lost and alone in the world, and can't seem to allow anybody in, no matter how hard you try? Are you a parent who is having difficulty in getting through to your kids, and feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking for clarity and perspective? Look no further, Hope is here!
I AM CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.***Do you suffer from anxiety whether it's Covid-19 related or worldly day to day pressures? Do you have children who are struggling with school or interpersonal conflicts? Are you a teenager who people "don't get" and you just feel lost and alone in the world, and can't seem to allow anybody in, no matter how hard you try? Are you a parent who is having difficulty in getting through to your kids, and feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking for clarity and perspective? Look no further, Hope is here!
(845) 479-5729 View (845) 479-5729
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Andrea Criss
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Navigating life's challenges can feel like traversing a winding road alone, but it doesn't have to be that way. As a therapist, I understand the courage it takes to seek support and the vulnerability that accompanies sharing your innermost thoughts and emotions. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep respect for your unique journey. Together, we can create a safe space where you can explore your feelings, confront obstacles, and uncover your inherent strength.
Navigating life's challenges can feel like traversing a winding road alone, but it doesn't have to be that way. As a therapist, I understand the courage it takes to seek support and the vulnerability that accompanies sharing your innermost thoughts and emotions. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep respect for your unique journey. Together, we can create a safe space where you can explore your feelings, confront obstacles, and uncover your inherent strength.
(518) 855-9658 View (518) 855-9658
Windsor Counseling West
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Middletown, NY 10940
Windsor Counseling West's licensed professionals provide caring and compassionate counseling services for adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families coping with a wide variety of issues and concerns, including: anxiety, depression, life partner issues, phase of life challenges, adolescent mood and behavioral issues, divorce, co-parenting, ADHD, school related issues, life stressors, employment / career related stressors, and interpersonal conflicts. Today life can be complex and challenging, and everyone at some point can benefit from therapeutic support and guidance. Whether struggling with parenting, marriage, career or family, or experiencing symptoms of common mental health concerns, we are here to help.
Windsor Counseling West's licensed professionals provide caring and compassionate counseling services for adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families coping with a wide variety of issues and concerns, including: anxiety, depression, life partner issues, phase of life challenges, adolescent mood and behavioral issues, divorce, co-parenting, ADHD, school related issues, life stressors, employment / career related stressors, and interpersonal conflicts. Today life can be complex and challenging, and everyone at some point can benefit from therapeutic support and guidance. Whether struggling with parenting, marriage, career or family, or experiencing symptoms of common mental health concerns, we are here to help.
(845) 764-8089 View (845) 764-8089
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Therapist Without Borders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CST, LCSW, LCSW-R
Middletown, NY 10940
One of the most challenging thing to do is to make a commitment, and to stick to it! Despite this challenge, we are asking you to make a commitment to yourself! If you have realize you are not ok, and don't want to stay in that not okay space, let us help. Therapist Without Borders boast a passionate staff, who are all about helping and committed to walking with you on your journey. We sit with open minds, heart, and hands to welcome you. We know what we are asking of you, but we believe in you, in spite of your fears. We are here, lets start your work now.
One of the most challenging thing to do is to make a commitment, and to stick to it! Despite this challenge, we are asking you to make a commitment to yourself! If you have realize you are not ok, and don't want to stay in that not okay space, let us help. Therapist Without Borders boast a passionate staff, who are all about helping and committed to walking with you on your journey. We sit with open minds, heart, and hands to welcome you. We know what we are asking of you, but we believe in you, in spite of your fears. We are here, lets start your work now.
(845) 513-3070 View (845) 513-3070
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Elizabeth Bruinix-Parris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I am passionate and driven in helping others find their true selves. In therapy, we will explore what is working for you and what may be getting in the way of you being the person you want to be. Seeing my clients applying the skills and tools learned in counseling to be free from their anxiety, depression, and fears is priceless. My approach is collaborative and results driven. I use clinically proven treatment modalities to help you see the connection of our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I also will teach you skills to utilize in these moments. I work with gender diverse people and can offer letters for HRT and surgeries.
I am passionate and driven in helping others find their true selves. In therapy, we will explore what is working for you and what may be getting in the way of you being the person you want to be. Seeing my clients applying the skills and tools learned in counseling to be free from their anxiety, depression, and fears is priceless. My approach is collaborative and results driven. I use clinically proven treatment modalities to help you see the connection of our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I also will teach you skills to utilize in these moments. I work with gender diverse people and can offer letters for HRT and surgeries.
(845) 660-6840 View (845) 660-6840
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The Hudson Valley Center for Development is a Mt. Sinai associated mental health services practice created in 2007 to meet the emotional needs of children, adolescents, adults, and families in Orange County and the lower Hudson Valley. Our warm and experienced staff provide in person psychotherapy and tele-therapy.
The Hudson Valley Center for Development is a Mt. Sinai associated mental health services practice created in 2007 to meet the emotional needs of children, adolescents, adults, and families in Orange County and the lower Hudson Valley. Our warm and experienced staff provide in person psychotherapy and tele-therapy.
(845) 295-1438 View (845) 295-1438
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Mucanie Joseph
Counselor, LMHC-QS, LPC, MCAP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I also support individuals navigating gender identity, life transitions, and stress-related challenges.
Therapy is not a 'one size fit all'. I believe in meeting clients where they are. I use evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring each treatment plan to fit your unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll work on building insight, developing effective coping strategies, and creating lasting, meaningful change.
I also support individuals navigating gender identity, life transitions, and stress-related challenges.
Therapy is not a 'one size fit all'. I believe in meeting clients where they are. I use evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring each treatment plan to fit your unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll work on building insight, developing effective coping strategies, and creating lasting, meaningful change.
(954) 231-8476 View (954) 231-8476
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Thomasina Brown
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Certified Anger Management Specialist that builds healthy relationships with my clients. I take pride in learning about my clients so I can be effective by creating an intervention plan specifically for each client based on their needs. I empower my clients by utilizing coaching and different positive techniques from Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I provide services through 4 or more sessions and I am available via phone or text after hours for support if needed in between sessions.
I am a Certified Anger Management Specialist that builds healthy relationships with my clients. I take pride in learning about my clients so I can be effective by creating an intervention plan specifically for each client based on their needs. I empower my clients by utilizing coaching and different positive techniques from Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I provide services through 4 or more sessions and I am available via phone or text after hours for support if needed in between sessions.
(845) 832-4102 View (845) 832-4102
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Katherine Harvey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Middletown, NY 10941
Engaging in the therapeutic process can add great value to your life, including a deeper understanding of yourself and having the space to identify areas for growth. It is a unique space for you, separate from your everyday life; a calming place to enter, to breathe, and take time to identify your thoughts and feelings in such a busy and fast-paced world. I aim to provide highly individualized treatment in a non-judgmental and empowering way.
Engaging in the therapeutic process can add great value to your life, including a deeper understanding of yourself and having the space to identify areas for growth. It is a unique space for you, separate from your everyday life; a calming place to enter, to breathe, and take time to identify your thoughts and feelings in such a busy and fast-paced world. I aim to provide highly individualized treatment in a non-judgmental and empowering way.
(845) 444-3685 View (845) 444-3685
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Dr. Belky Perez
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC, NCC, CCTP2, ADHD-CC
Online Only
My practice offers a trans-friendly & intersex welcoming environment.
I enjoy working with people from the LGBTQIA+ community and beyond. I welcome people from all walks of life. Together, we can make a positive difference in your life. My work with clients focuses on life changes, trauma, adult neurodivergence in relationships, and learning to unpack things that impact their identity, gender expression, and sexuality.
My practice offers a trans-friendly & intersex welcoming environment.
I enjoy working with people from the LGBTQIA+ community and beyond. I welcome people from all walks of life. Together, we can make a positive difference in your life. My work with clients focuses on life changes, trauma, adult neurodivergence in relationships, and learning to unpack things that impact their identity, gender expression, and sexuality.
(954) 231-4352 View (954) 231-4352
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Melanie D Ticehurst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I offer a warm and nonjudgmental space where individuals can work toward reaching their highest potential. I believe in the power of a therapeutic alliance built through storytelling and reflective listening. My work is grounded in a psychoanalytical approach, and I incorporate tools from CBT, interpersonal effectiveness (DBT) and inner child work to support lasting change. Clients often describe our sessions as a space to be deeply seen while building clarity and emotional resilience. If you're ready to explore the “why” behind your patterns and step into your "Best-Self", I’d be honored to support your journey!
I offer a warm and nonjudgmental space where individuals can work toward reaching their highest potential. I believe in the power of a therapeutic alliance built through storytelling and reflective listening. My work is grounded in a psychoanalytical approach, and I incorporate tools from CBT, interpersonal effectiveness (DBT) and inner child work to support lasting change. Clients often describe our sessions as a space to be deeply seen while building clarity and emotional resilience. If you're ready to explore the “why” behind your patterns and step into your "Best-Self", I’d be honored to support your journey!
(845) 524-9712 View (845) 524-9712
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Jessica Wolsiefer-Asia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I am deeply committed to providing high-quality, personalized treatment to meet your specific needs. With years of experience in my field, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise that can help you achieve your individual goals.
I am deeply committed to providing high-quality, personalized treatment to meet your specific needs. With years of experience in my field, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise that can help you achieve your individual goals.
(845) 415-6117 View (845) 415-6117
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TC Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
UGH! - I FEEL STUCK! and I have no idea how to get out of this!" - Have you ever felt this way? We all have - and some much longer than they have needed to. Life is full of highs and lows- everyone experiences them! No one can escape them, and we each have our own way of dealing with them. Sometimes the "lows" we experience can leave us feeling helpless, breathless and quite honestly- hopeless.
UGH! - I FEEL STUCK! and I have no idea how to get out of this!" - Have you ever felt this way? We all have - and some much longer than they have needed to. Life is full of highs and lows- everyone experiences them! No one can escape them, and we each have our own way of dealing with them. Sometimes the "lows" we experience can leave us feeling helpless, breathless and quite honestly- hopeless.
(845) 202-4079 View (845) 202-4079
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Cyndi Stusvick
Counselor, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As we walk through life, our experiences can often leave us feeling disconnected or even shattered; however, life also offers opportunities to heal in the deepest sense of the word. In our work together, it is my intention to walk alongside you as you find your way to your highest, most centered self. In my work, I have found that everyone collects trauma along the way and that within the context of a therapeutic relationship, meaning can be created and transformation occurs.
As we walk through life, our experiences can often leave us feeling disconnected or even shattered; however, life also offers opportunities to heal in the deepest sense of the word. In our work together, it is my intention to walk alongside you as you find your way to your highest, most centered self. In my work, I have found that everyone collects trauma along the way and that within the context of a therapeutic relationship, meaning can be created and transformation occurs.
(845) 516-8996 View (845) 516-8996
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Francine LaDonna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
Whether you are navigating the drama of high school, the seismic shift of a mid-life divorce, or the many complexities of your legacy years (65-90+), you don’t have to figure it out in silence. I believe that each of these life stages presents unique, often misunderstood, challenges that require a distinct therapeutic experience. Today’s world presents many obstacles and everyone has the right to a "little help" to work through them.
Whether you are navigating the drama of high school, the seismic shift of a mid-life divorce, or the many complexities of your legacy years (65-90+), you don’t have to figure it out in silence. I believe that each of these life stages presents unique, often misunderstood, challenges that require a distinct therapeutic experience. Today’s world presents many obstacles and everyone has the right to a "little help" to work through them.
(845) 682-5562 View (845) 682-5562
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Prism Psychotherapy LCSW, P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, CYT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a skilled and experienced psychotherapist and certified yoga teacher offering an eclectic, individualized and holistic approach to clients. I provide ongoing or short term support, guidance and skills to those having difficulty coping with life transitions, dysfunctional patterns of thinking or behaviors and traumatic events. I treat adults, children and families who are open and willing to participate in self-discovery and find deeper connection to their truest self. I believe the frenzied pace of our frenetic lifestyle often prevents us from connecting with our own wisdom. I take great joy in helping others envision and manifest their potential.
I am a skilled and experienced psychotherapist and certified yoga teacher offering an eclectic, individualized and holistic approach to clients. I provide ongoing or short term support, guidance and skills to those having difficulty coping with life transitions, dysfunctional patterns of thinking or behaviors and traumatic events. I treat adults, children and families who are open and willing to participate in self-discovery and find deeper connection to their truest self. I believe the frenzied pace of our frenetic lifestyle often prevents us from connecting with our own wisdom. I take great joy in helping others envision and manifest their potential.
(845) 762-3127 View (845) 762-3127

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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.