Transgender Therapists in 91214
Cristina Vigil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Welcome to my practice! Over the past decade, I've dedicated myself to supporting gender expansive and LGBTQ+ children, adolescents, and their families/caregivers. I provide a safe haven where individuals of all ages are not just acknowledged, but embraced and assisted in their journey of self-discovery.
Welcome to my practice! Over the past decade, I've dedicated myself to supporting gender expansive and LGBTQ+ children, adolescents, and their families/caregivers. I provide a safe haven where individuals of all ages are not just acknowledged, but embraced and assisted in their journey of self-discovery.
Tatyana Plaksina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Crescenta, CA 91214 (Online Only)
HelIo! I'm glad you're here. If you are feeling anxious, stuck, struggling with self-esteem, relationships, or life in general, I can offer a warm, compassionate, and - when appropriate - humorous space for you to openly express yourself. My approach is rooted in kindness, curiosity, and understanding. I work collaboratively with my clients, tailoring the therapeutic experience to meet their needs and priorities in a way that feels most accessible in the moment. Together we can explore current and past experiences to promote insight and self-awareness, and examine habits and thought patterns that no longer serve you.
HelIo! I'm glad you're here. If you are feeling anxious, stuck, struggling with self-esteem, relationships, or life in general, I can offer a warm, compassionate, and - when appropriate - humorous space for you to openly express yourself. My approach is rooted in kindness, curiosity, and understanding. I work collaboratively with my clients, tailoring the therapeutic experience to meet their needs and priorities in a way that feels most accessible in the moment. Together we can explore current and past experiences to promote insight and self-awareness, and examine habits and thought patterns that no longer serve you.
Nathan Holladay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Life is full of struggles that seem almost impossible to navigate. We run into obstacles which leave us wondering who we can turn to for support, what might come next for us in life, or what these new emotions mean. It can sometimes feel as though we are at the bottom of a well. The ladder to get out of the well can be just out of reach, and therapy may be the step stool we need to start the climb to healing. My goal is to work beside you in all of the valid and unique challenges you may be facing. Providing a space where you can feel safe, secure, and—most importantly—heard is my intention for every session.
Life is full of struggles that seem almost impossible to navigate. We run into obstacles which leave us wondering who we can turn to for support, what might come next for us in life, or what these new emotions mean. It can sometimes feel as though we are at the bottom of a well. The ladder to get out of the well can be just out of reach, and therapy may be the step stool we need to start the climb to healing. My goal is to work beside you in all of the valid and unique challenges you may be facing. Providing a space where you can feel safe, secure, and—most importantly—heard is my intention for every session.
Britney Holthouser
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MS
Verified Verified
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Your wait is over! I will call you back same day to help you find the right fit. Animating Principle and my second location, Animating Principle's Workshop, are leading the way in modernized therapy and coaching with individualized services. No long waits or impersonal service. I am accessible, and offer a one-of-a-kind experience in a uniquely-designed space. Therapy and coaching approaches are completely tailored to each individual. I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults on a variety of mental health and personal growth topics in Montrose. For more information, visit www.animating-principle.com.
Your wait is over! I will call you back same day to help you find the right fit. Animating Principle and my second location, Animating Principle's Workshop, are leading the way in modernized therapy and coaching with individualized services. No long waits or impersonal service. I am accessible, and offer a one-of-a-kind experience in a uniquely-designed space. Therapy and coaching approaches are completely tailored to each individual. I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults on a variety of mental health and personal growth topics in Montrose. For more information, visit www.animating-principle.com.
Animating Principle's Workshop
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Animating Principle's Workshop is where compassion and critical thinking meet. From the neurodivergent, whimsical, creative minds of Animating Principle's husband and wife duo, Britney and Sean, the Workshop is a one-of-a-kind space that offers a variety of individual and group personal enrichment and therapy services. The Workshop's unique classes promote positive socialization, psychoeducation, and healthy coping for children, teens, and parents. Art, Lego, STEM, and Disney-themed coping classes available, as well as traditional, play, and art therapy for all ages.
Animating Principle's Workshop is where compassion and critical thinking meet. From the neurodivergent, whimsical, creative minds of Animating Principle's husband and wife duo, Britney and Sean, the Workshop is a one-of-a-kind space that offers a variety of individual and group personal enrichment and therapy services. The Workshop's unique classes promote positive socialization, psychoeducation, and healthy coping for children, teens, and parents. Art, Lego, STEM, and Disney-themed coping classes available, as well as traditional, play, and art therapy for all ages.
Cyla Fisk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
La Crescenta, CA 91214
I’m passionate about helping women transform their lives. Supporting them on their path to growth and healing. Being a woman in today’s modern world is hard. There’s pressure to have a healthy relationship, successful career, to be a good parent, and to be physically and emotionally healthy. High expectations of us take a toll on our minds and our bodies. Many women I work with talk about losing themselves and feeling frustratingly stuck. You want to feel grounded and confident. You need time to look inward and heal. You’re ready to develop a pathway forward, one where you feel hopeful and in control. You're in the right place.
I’m passionate about helping women transform their lives. Supporting them on their path to growth and healing. Being a woman in today’s modern world is hard. There’s pressure to have a healthy relationship, successful career, to be a good parent, and to be physically and emotionally healthy. High expectations of us take a toll on our minds and our bodies. Many women I work with talk about losing themselves and feeling frustratingly stuck. You want to feel grounded and confident. You need time to look inward and heal. You’re ready to develop a pathway forward, one where you feel hopeful and in control. You're in the right place.
Alex Guthman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Not accepting new clients
I offer convenient services in your own home or just anywhere else you’d like. No stuffy offices or awkward clinical settings. I come to you on your own terms, wherever you feel most comfortable: your living room, a coffee shop, a local park. How about a walk & talk therapy session, instead of lying down on a couch? Sure thing. Coffee and counseling? I can do that. I use an effective combination of cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices to help kids and families develop lifelong coping skills. My approach lends itself well to tackling tough issues, such as anxiety and depression, and turning struggle into success.
I offer convenient services in your own home or just anywhere else you’d like. No stuffy offices or awkward clinical settings. I come to you on your own terms, wherever you feel most comfortable: your living room, a coffee shop, a local park. How about a walk & talk therapy session, instead of lying down on a couch? Sure thing. Coffee and counseling? I can do that. I use an effective combination of cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices to help kids and families develop lifelong coping skills. My approach lends itself well to tackling tough issues, such as anxiety and depression, and turning struggle into success.
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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.