Transgender Therapists in Oklahoma
Ericka Jobe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LSCSW, LCSW, C-PD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Approximately 90% of my clients identify as transgender or non-binary.
I strive to be the most effective therapist I can be for my clients. For me, being effective means helping clients succeed in learning new skills, developing upon skills they already have, and reaching their goals. In other words, helping my clients get to a place where they don’t need my services anymore. Compassion for others and wanting to help people is what started me on the path to becoming a therapist, but seeing my clients grow stronger and succeed is what makes me want to come to work every day.
Approximately 90% of my clients identify as transgender or non-binary.
I strive to be the most effective therapist I can be for my clients. For me, being effective means helping clients succeed in learning new skills, developing upon skills they already have, and reaching their goals. In other words, helping my clients get to a place where they don’t need my services anymore. Compassion for others and wanting to help people is what started me on the path to becoming a therapist, but seeing my clients grow stronger and succeed is what makes me want to come to work every day.
I have experience working with the transgender community for five years.
Life can be difficult to navigate and talking to an objective person about your issues can be extremely helpful. I'm very passionate about helping others overcome their obstacles and grow within themselves. I am an advocate for the LGBTQIA community. I value a therapeutic relationship with my clients and focus on what the client needs in order to live a fulfilled life. I believe that people have the tools they need to succeed and the strength to do so, they just might need help identifying those tools. I would love to be the person who helps you find the tools to navigate depression, anxiety, or other life stressors
I have experience working with the transgender community for five years.
Life can be difficult to navigate and talking to an objective person about your issues can be extremely helpful. I'm very passionate about helping others overcome their obstacles and grow within themselves. I am an advocate for the LGBTQIA community. I value a therapeutic relationship with my clients and focus on what the client needs in order to live a fulfilled life. I believe that people have the tools they need to succeed and the strength to do so, they just might need help identifying those tools. I would love to be the person who helps you find the tools to navigate depression, anxiety, or other life stressors
I am an SOC 8 certified mentor for the World Professional Association for Transgender Health.
Problems enter our lives and we do the best we can to manage and cope. Sometimes, it is useful to have someone to help navigate these struggles. That is how I view my role. It is important to me to provide a space where clients receive unconditional positive regard and where we work together as a collaborative team. I practice evidenced based psychotherapy which is effective in relieving a variety of problems. My two main areas of focus are gender health as well as treating OCD/Phobias and related disorders. I work to incorporate techniques that make sense to the client and are effective in bringing relief.
I am an SOC 8 certified mentor for the World Professional Association for Transgender Health.
Problems enter our lives and we do the best we can to manage and cope. Sometimes, it is useful to have someone to help navigate these struggles. That is how I view my role. It is important to me to provide a space where clients receive unconditional positive regard and where we work together as a collaborative team. I practice evidenced based psychotherapy which is effective in relieving a variety of problems. My two main areas of focus are gender health as well as treating OCD/Phobias and related disorders. I work to incorporate techniques that make sense to the client and are effective in bringing relief.
I write letters of support for transgender people.
All humans have inherent worth, yet I believe a lack of self-worth is at the core of all emotional pain. I use a narrative approach to allow clients to share their story as they see it and then help them reframe to build a life that better meets their desired goals. Self-defeating behaviors created to cope with difficult situations, such as trauma, gender identity and a lack of validation, can be changed when identified and understood. I join my client on their journey to become the person they desire. I am a member of World Professional Association of Health and of International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation.
I write letters of support for transgender people.
All humans have inherent worth, yet I believe a lack of self-worth is at the core of all emotional pain. I use a narrative approach to allow clients to share their story as they see it and then help them reframe to build a life that better meets their desired goals. Self-defeating behaviors created to cope with difficult situations, such as trauma, gender identity and a lack of validation, can be changed when identified and understood. I join my client on their journey to become the person they desire. I am a member of World Professional Association of Health and of International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation.
Katherine (Feist) Keeling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a member of WPATH and the ABHC Transgender Health Department, I find providing safe, competent care to members of the transgender community is of the utmost importance.
Have the negative thoughts and self-doubt become unmanageable lately? Feeling unfulfilled moving from one to-do list to the next? The demands of everyday life can get exhausting. You do not have to suffer alone. Let’s work together to create a space filled with safety, exploration, and self-compassion. Through this space, we’ll help you break free from self-doubt and create meaningful change in your life.
As a member of WPATH and the ABHC Transgender Health Department, I find providing safe, competent care to members of the transgender community is of the utmost importance.
Have the negative thoughts and self-doubt become unmanageable lately? Feeling unfulfilled moving from one to-do list to the next? The demands of everyday life can get exhausting. You do not have to suffer alone. Let’s work together to create a space filled with safety, exploration, and self-compassion. Through this space, we’ll help you break free from self-doubt and create meaningful change in your life.
I work with clients who are gender questioning, transgender, non-binary, genderqueer, or members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I also work with clients wishing to address issues related to sex or sexuality. My services are sex positive and weight neutral. I welcome clients seeking a therapist who is affirming in the areas of non-monogamy and kink. Even if you aren't a member of the communities I've mentioned, if my approach resonates with you, let's talk!
I work with clients who are gender questioning, transgender, non-binary, genderqueer, or members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I also work with clients wishing to address issues related to sex or sexuality. My services are sex positive and weight neutral. I welcome clients seeking a therapist who is affirming in the areas of non-monogamy and kink. Even if you aren't a member of the communities I've mentioned, if my approach resonates with you, let's talk!
Josh Buss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oklahoma City, OK 73106
When working with transgender people I adhere to the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) standards of care.
We all suffer, there is nothing wrong with you. Counseling is a collaborative process that we, you and I, use to actively construct a way of living. Sometimes our conversations will reveal previously unseen solutions. Anything that I propose is yours to question, modify, elaborate, or reject. You are a unique person who knows what has worked and what has not worked in the past. Life is an ongoing practice, made more meaningful and less confusing when engaged in authentic dialogue with others. Maybe, through shared inquiry, we can discover new possibilities. I would be honored to visit with you and find our way together.
When working with transgender people I adhere to the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) standards of care.
We all suffer, there is nothing wrong with you. Counseling is a collaborative process that we, you and I, use to actively construct a way of living. Sometimes our conversations will reveal previously unseen solutions. Anything that I propose is yours to question, modify, elaborate, or reject. You are a unique person who knows what has worked and what has not worked in the past. Life is an ongoing practice, made more meaningful and less confusing when engaged in authentic dialogue with others. Maybe, through shared inquiry, we can discover new possibilities. I would be honored to visit with you and find our way together.
Laura Kuranoff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oklahoma City, OK 73120
I have experience and enjoy working with individuals, both adult and children, as well as couples and families on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, identity, gender dysphoria, trauma, PTSD, life transitions, separation, conscious uncoupling, divorce and a wide range of relationship issues. I am LGBTQIA+ Ally and Affirming. I work best with people who are curious and want to understand relational dynamics with others and equally important, how they talk to and treat themselves.
I have experience and enjoy working with individuals, both adult and children, as well as couples and families on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, identity, gender dysphoria, trauma, PTSD, life transitions, separation, conscious uncoupling, divorce and a wide range of relationship issues. I am LGBTQIA+ Ally and Affirming. I work best with people who are curious and want to understand relational dynamics with others and equally important, how they talk to and treat themselves.
Adair Welsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74104
Waitlist for new clients
I have a strong passion to help women, non-binary and transgender individuals struggling with their bodies and relationship with food. I enjoy working with those who have experienced trauma and complex trauma, to help you find healing and to become the true authentic human you were meant to be. I can also provide a safe space to process the complicated emotions and challenges that arise from chronic illness. Additionally, I have a special interest in and enjoy working alongside autistic older teenagers and adults as a neuro complex human myself.
I have a strong passion to help women, non-binary and transgender individuals struggling with their bodies and relationship with food. I enjoy working with those who have experienced trauma and complex trauma, to help you find healing and to become the true authentic human you were meant to be. I can also provide a safe space to process the complicated emotions and challenges that arise from chronic illness. Additionally, I have a special interest in and enjoy working alongside autistic older teenagers and adults as a neuro complex human myself.
Christopher George Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with families, couples, individuals dealing with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQ related issues. I am a PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator who provides premarital and marital sessions with assessment. I am also able to write HRT letters and surgery letters for transgender clients.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with families, couples, individuals dealing with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQ related issues. I am a PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator who provides premarital and marital sessions with assessment. I am also able to write HRT letters and surgery letters for transgender clients.
I have training in Mental Health Care for Transgender and Gender Diverse Communities.
Life throws us many unexpected difficulties. We often experience the biggest challenges during life transitions such as adolescence, going off to college, dating, marriage, job stress, raising our own children, and many more. Being an adult of any age can be full of strong and sometimes unfamiliar emotions. I want to help you navigate through these feelings to be the best version of you possible.
I have training in Mental Health Care for Transgender and Gender Diverse Communities.
Life throws us many unexpected difficulties. We often experience the biggest challenges during life transitions such as adolescence, going off to college, dating, marriage, job stress, raising our own children, and many more. Being an adult of any age can be full of strong and sometimes unfamiliar emotions. I want to help you navigate through these feelings to be the best version of you possible.
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Laine Soto at Diversity Family Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oklahoma City, OK 73103
If you're looking for an inclusive and understanding provider who really listens, welcome! I am a queer and nonbinary mental health therapist specializing in work with the LGBTQIA+ community. I love working with a wide range of topics, including coming out, identity exploration, transition, mental health, communication/boundaries, trauma, and substance use. I am now integrated into the clinic at Diversity Family Health, which specializes in the care of the LGBTQ+ community and welcomes all people regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity.
If you're looking for an inclusive and understanding provider who really listens, welcome! I am a queer and nonbinary mental health therapist specializing in work with the LGBTQIA+ community. I love working with a wide range of topics, including coming out, identity exploration, transition, mental health, communication/boundaries, trauma, and substance use. I am now integrated into the clinic at Diversity Family Health, which specializes in the care of the LGBTQ+ community and welcomes all people regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity.
Andrew Hedges
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-C, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oklahoma City, OK 73170
Waitlist for new clients
My therapy style is focused primarily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which lends a helping hand to understand how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors navigate our outcomes. Through my advocacy within the 2SLGBTQ+ community, I want to use my position as a therapist to provide care for individuals navigating their journey to understand their gender and sexuality. I have experience working with teens and adults, along with situations regarding trauma, anxiety, depression, developmental disabilities, and OCD. I also work with clients on a number of other challenges.
My therapy style is focused primarily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which lends a helping hand to understand how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors navigate our outcomes. Through my advocacy within the 2SLGBTQ+ community, I want to use my position as a therapist to provide care for individuals navigating their journey to understand their gender and sexuality. I have experience working with teens and adults, along with situations regarding trauma, anxiety, depression, developmental disabilities, and OCD. I also work with clients on a number of other challenges.
Kate Benson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
The world we live in today can be difficult to navigate no matter who you are or where you're from. For those of us who are members of marginalized and oppressed communities, taking the first step towards self improvement can also be daunting. If you're someone who's in need of a safe, judgement-free space to explore and address issues related to mental health, identity, relationships, or more, I'm here to help.
The world we live in today can be difficult to navigate no matter who you are or where you're from. For those of us who are members of marginalized and oppressed communities, taking the first step towards self improvement can also be daunting. If you're someone who's in need of a safe, judgement-free space to explore and address issues related to mental health, identity, relationships, or more, I'm here to help.
Starlight Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norman, OK 73072
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Jennifer Bowen and I recently started my own private practice, Starlight Counseling, PLLC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is excited to be fully present for my clients. I believe in meeting individuals where they are at and building support can start within the therapeutic relationship and grow outwards into the community. I aim to empower and provide support, while providing empathy and a safe space to fully be yourself. I work with clients to provide tools to help with distress, and just be an outside person who is there for you and provide a safe space to be your unique self.
My name is Jennifer Bowen and I recently started my own private practice, Starlight Counseling, PLLC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is excited to be fully present for my clients. I believe in meeting individuals where they are at and building support can start within the therapeutic relationship and grow outwards into the community. I aim to empower and provide support, while providing empathy and a safe space to fully be yourself. I work with clients to provide tools to help with distress, and just be an outside person who is there for you and provide a safe space to be your unique self.
Diversity Center of Oklahoma Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC-S, CMIII
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oklahoma City, OK 73112
The Diversity Center of Oklahoma Inc.; our mission is to reduce barriers in the Gender Diverse & LGBTQ+ communities and their families, including disenfranchised and marginalized people of color by providing quality primary health care treatment, and behavioral health treatment, along with additional complimentary health care services. Our clinicians and practitioners are vested in the community, knowledgeable, empathic, and affirming of Gender Diverse & LGBTQ communities and the rainbow of cultures reflected within our community. People seeking services with the Diversity Center of Oklahoma will '''''receive innovative approaches to integrated and best practices by working with qualified, culturally sensitive professionals.
The Diversity Center of Oklahoma Inc.; our mission is to reduce barriers in the Gender Diverse & LGBTQ+ communities and their families, including disenfranchised and marginalized people of color by providing quality primary health care treatment, and behavioral health treatment, along with additional complimentary health care services. Our clinicians and practitioners are vested in the community, knowledgeable, empathic, and affirming of Gender Diverse & LGBTQ communities and the rainbow of cultures reflected within our community. People seeking services with the Diversity Center of Oklahoma will '''''receive innovative approaches to integrated and best practices by working with qualified, culturally sensitive professionals.
I am a mental health therapist licensed in the states of Washington and Oklahoma.
Trauma and discrimination deeply impact the lives of survivors. At times it can feel as though these struggles will not ease, or that they require a high energy investment. When you feel that you have the space to engage, therapy can be a process that brings about healing and growth to improve your mental, physical, and social health.
I am a mental health therapist licensed in the states of Washington and Oklahoma.
Trauma and discrimination deeply impact the lives of survivors. At times it can feel as though these struggles will not ease, or that they require a high energy investment. When you feel that you have the space to engage, therapy can be a process that brings about healing and growth to improve your mental, physical, and social health.
Loren Marshall
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC-US
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Claremore, OK 74017
Are you struggling with or exploring your sex life? Your gender identity or sexuality? Are you trying to understand your LGBTQ+ kiddo or loved one? Maybe you already know who you are, but need a safe affirming place to process the many facets of your identity. Imagine if you felt confident enough to show up as your authentic self everyday; if you felt empowered in your sexuality; if you felt more informed and prepared to advocate for yourself and loved ones. Would feeling more confident, empowered, and equipped take a weight off your chest?
Are you struggling with or exploring your sex life? Your gender identity or sexuality? Are you trying to understand your LGBTQ+ kiddo or loved one? Maybe you already know who you are, but need a safe affirming place to process the many facets of your identity. Imagine if you felt confident enough to show up as your authentic self everyday; if you felt empowered in your sexuality; if you felt more informed and prepared to advocate for yourself and loved ones. Would feeling more confident, empowered, and equipped take a weight off your chest?
I have over 25 years experience helping people with depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I provide compassionate, strengths-based, individualized care with day time, evening and weekend appointments available. Passion for families, parents and the LGBTQ+ population has fueled my life's work to help people get through difficult times or just explore how to improve on what is already working. Becoming our best selves takes work; work that I have been doing in my own life and with others for decades.
I have over 25 years experience helping people with depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I provide compassionate, strengths-based, individualized care with day time, evening and weekend appointments available. Passion for families, parents and the LGBTQ+ population has fueled my life's work to help people get through difficult times or just explore how to improve on what is already working. Becoming our best selves takes work; work that I have been doing in my own life and with others for decades.
Congrats on taking a step toward living a happier and healthier life! I’m thrilled you’ve landed here, and I hope to be part of your journey. Are you seeking a therapist who understands and affirms your identity as a trans, nonbinary, gender expansive, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or asexual person? Are you struggling with identity, trauma, stress, or conflict in your relationships that make it hard to connect with others? If so, I help LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families (both family of origin and chosen family) navigate those difficulties and process trauma in order to create healthier relationships and calmer lives.
Congrats on taking a step toward living a happier and healthier life! I’m thrilled you’ve landed here, and I hope to be part of your journey. Are you seeking a therapist who understands and affirms your identity as a trans, nonbinary, gender expansive, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or asexual person? Are you struggling with identity, trauma, stress, or conflict in your relationships that make it hard to connect with others? If so, I help LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families (both family of origin and chosen family) navigate those difficulties and process trauma in order to create healthier relationships and calmer lives.
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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.