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Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC

Rainbow Counselor

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Oceanside, CA 92056
Let's Connect (760) 466-5890
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
If you’ve ever felt like you’re explaining yourself over and over and still not quite being understood, you’re not alone. A lot of the queer and LGBTQ+ adults I work with come in feeling stuck, discouraged, or unsure whether therapy can actually help after past experiences that missed the mark. I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 30 years of experience. Most of my clients are queer adults, and I try to offer a space where you don’t have to overthink your words or explain who you are.
I’m also the mother of two queer kids and I run a support group for parents of queer children, which shapes how I understand both personal and family dynamics.
I work in a collaborative, down-to-earth way. We talk about what’s going on now, what keeps getting in the way, and what might help things feel a little less heavy or stuck. If therapy hasn’t worked for you before, it doesn’t mean you did anything wrong. Sometimes it’s just about finding someone who feels like a better fit.
Call or Rainbow Counselor now for a free 15 minute consultation - (760) 466-5890

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Oceanside, CA 92056

(760) 466-5890

West Hollywood, CA 90048

I work with queer adults in individual therapy, offering weekday telehealth sessions in an affirming, down-to-earth way.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and LGBTQ+ 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (760) 466-5890
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Oceanside, CA 92056

(760) 466-5890

West Hollywood, CA 90048

I work with queer adults in individual therapy, offering weekday telehealth sessions in an affirming, down-to-earth way.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and LGBTQ+ 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • All Savers UHC
  • Anthem Blue Cross California
  • Anthem Blue Cross Nevada
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • UHC Student Resources
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare Global
  • United Healthcare ONEX
  • United Healthcare UHSS
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am in network with a number of insurers. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have questions about coverage.
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 466-5890
"
I am in network with a number of insurers. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have questions about coverage.
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 466-5890

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor: Simone Kurtz-Dougherty

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LPCC11042 Simone Kurtz-Dougherty
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Nevada CP5427-R / 2023
  • License: Washington LH61406421 / 2023
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I'm licensed in CA, NV, WA and NJ. I'm also a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC)
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 466-5890
"
I'm licensed in CA, NV, WA and NJ. I'm also a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC)
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 466-5890

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • LGBTQ+

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Lesbian
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Psychosis
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
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I've specialized in working with the LGBTQIA community for close to a decade, and most of my clients identify as queer. I understand the challenges that can come with navigating identity, relationships, family, and a world that doesn't always feel safe or welcoming.
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 466-5890
"
I've specialized in working with the LGBTQIA community for close to a decade, and most of my clients identify as queer. I understand the challenges that can come with navigating identity, relationships, family, and a world that doesn't always feel safe or welcoming.
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 466-5890

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (760) 466-5890
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (760) 466-5890

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Oceanside, CA 92056

(760) 466-5890

Additional Location

West Hollywood, CA 90048

(760) 466-5890
"
I work with queer adults in individual therapy, offering weekday telehealth sessions in an affirming, down-to-earth way.
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (760) 466-5890
"
I work with queer adults in individual therapy, offering weekday telehealth sessions in an affirming, down-to-earth way.
Photo of Simone Kurtz-Dougherty - Rainbow Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (760) 466-5890