Transgender Therapists in 85749
Dr. Aimee Poleski
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85749 (Online Only)
Dr. Poleski has experience with children, adults, and older adults in a number of settings. She utilizes an individualized approach that honors each person’s unique self and situation. Clients appreciate her authentic approach that creates a space free of judgment, where they can develop a strong, genuine working relationship to address whatever challenge they may be facing.
Dr. Poleski has experience with children, adults, and older adults in a number of settings. She utilizes an individualized approach that honors each person’s unique self and situation. Clients appreciate her authentic approach that creates a space free of judgment, where they can develop a strong, genuine working relationship to address whatever challenge they may be facing.
Veronica M Machado
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85749 (Online Only)
My name is Veronica Machado, I am a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor serving adults and teenagers in the Tucson area. My therapy practice is supportive and kind, and my purpose is to help you find meaning, navigate changes, heal and come back to yourself. Therapy is a space where you are not judged or stereotyped for your identities. I am currently seeing clients via telehealth.
My name is Veronica Machado, I am a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor serving adults and teenagers in the Tucson area. My therapy practice is supportive and kind, and my purpose is to help you find meaning, navigate changes, heal and come back to yourself. Therapy is a space where you are not judged or stereotyped for your identities. I am currently seeing clients via telehealth.
Tara A Edminson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85749
I am passionate about working with and advocating for individuals with who have experienced trauma. I believe that healing from early childhood experiences, learning new coping strategies, and finding purpose are of paramount importance to an individual's emotional health. Everyone is capable of making positive changes in their lives and the therapeutic relationship can be a catalyst to change. As a dedicated trauma therapist, I bring compassionate and evidenced based approach to supporting individuals on their healing journeys. With specialized training in EMDR Therapy and DBR-the newest trauma out of Glasgow, Scotland.
I am passionate about working with and advocating for individuals with who have experienced trauma. I believe that healing from early childhood experiences, learning new coping strategies, and finding purpose are of paramount importance to an individual's emotional health. Everyone is capable of making positive changes in their lives and the therapeutic relationship can be a catalyst to change. As a dedicated trauma therapist, I bring compassionate and evidenced based approach to supporting individuals on their healing journeys. With specialized training in EMDR Therapy and DBR-the newest trauma out of Glasgow, Scotland.
Kimberly Ahmadi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85749
Manifest Joy Counseling has moved and expanded and we are accepting new clients. Feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious or overcome with grief? Is the stress of the last several years and all that it has brought still weighing heavily on you? Have your relationships become difficult and unsatisfying? As your therapist, my goal is to help you sort out the challenges you are facing and help you develop new coping skills to handle everyday stressors and process lingering traumas. Call me so we can talk more about scheduling you to begin the work that will help you regain control, and bring you peace of mind.
Manifest Joy Counseling has moved and expanded and we are accepting new clients. Feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious or overcome with grief? Is the stress of the last several years and all that it has brought still weighing heavily on you? Have your relationships become difficult and unsatisfying? As your therapist, my goal is to help you sort out the challenges you are facing and help you develop new coping skills to handle everyday stressors and process lingering traumas. Call me so we can talk more about scheduling you to begin the work that will help you regain control, and bring you peace of mind.
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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.