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The Counseling Center Group, Annapolis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146
The Counseling Center Group is dedicated to helping you live a life you love. We are committed to providing relatively short-term treatments designed to achieve positive, long-lasting results. Our team of therapists use structured, evidence-based methods to help you reach realistic goals in the most efficient manner. We recognize that you need sensible strategies to achieve your desired outcomes, not years of open-ended therapy that simply validates your concerns. Each member of our team operates with that core value in mind and can work with you one-on-one or in group therapy in an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. We take pride in helping individuals, couples, and families make life-enhancing changes and transitions. At the Counseling Center Group, we can help you discover your authentic self; understand the emotions, thoughts and actions that keep you stuck in place; and master the tools you need to live a fulfilling life.
The Counseling Center Group is dedicated to helping you live a life you love. We are committed to providing relatively short-term treatments designed to achieve positive, long-lasting results. Our team of therapists use structured, evidence-based methods to help you reach realistic goals in the most efficient manner. We recognize that you need sensible strategies to achieve your desired outcomes, not years of open-ended therapy that simply validates your concerns. Each member of our team operates with that core value in mind and can work with you one-on-one or in group therapy in an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. We take pride in helping individuals, couples, and families make life-enhancing changes and transitions. At the Counseling Center Group, we can help you discover your authentic self; understand the emotions, thoughts and actions that keep you stuck in place; and master the tools you need to live a fulfilling life.
(667) 220-0157 View (667) 220-0157

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Abide Inclusive
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Cape Saint Claire, MD 21401
Have you been struggling to feel like you belong or feel overwhelmed? Are you feeling like your family is not communicating with everyone's nose stuck in a screen? At Abide Inclusive we have a talented group of therapists who work with a variety of struggles including life transitions, anxiety, imposter syndrome, depression, and trauma. We are an inclusive agency with strong roots in supporting the LGBTQ2IA+ community. For more information on each clinician please visit our website www.abideinclusive.org
Have you been struggling to feel like you belong or feel overwhelmed? Are you feeling like your family is not communicating with everyone's nose stuck in a screen? At Abide Inclusive we have a talented group of therapists who work with a variety of struggles including life transitions, anxiety, imposter syndrome, depression, and trauma. We are an inclusive agency with strong roots in supporting the LGBTQ2IA+ community. For more information on each clinician please visit our website www.abideinclusive.org
(828) 547-4697 View (828) 547-4697
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Hannah Fuller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
I believe one of the most healing things we can do is understand our stories and how it affects our everyday life and relationships. These experiences can manifest in different ways such as anxiety, emotional numbness, or relationship challenges. The clients I work with have oftentimes experienced complex relational traumas in childhood and dysfunctional family dynamics. Through these difficult experiences, we develop coping strategies and protective behaviors, which may no longer be serving you.
I believe one of the most healing things we can do is understand our stories and how it affects our everyday life and relationships. These experiences can manifest in different ways such as anxiety, emotional numbness, or relationship challenges. The clients I work with have oftentimes experienced complex relational traumas in childhood and dysfunctional family dynamics. Through these difficult experiences, we develop coping strategies and protective behaviors, which may no longer be serving you.
(410) 324-6984 View (410) 324-6984
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Romel Santiago
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, QS-CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Burnie, MD 21060  (Online Only)
Romeos Sensation LLC provides Services in Florida and Maryland virtually. Through a structured interview and client engagement, Romel goes beyond the obvious, the presenting issue, to identify the root problem. Based on the outcome of the interview and clinical expertise, he proposes an individualized plan with goals that specifically target the problems with specific objectives and timelines for meeting those objectives. His extensive clinical background, training, and expertise have equipped him with skills critical to building and maintaining an effective and empathic relationship throughout the therapeutic process.
Romeos Sensation LLC provides Services in Florida and Maryland virtually. Through a structured interview and client engagement, Romel goes beyond the obvious, the presenting issue, to identify the root problem. Based on the outcome of the interview and clinical expertise, he proposes an individualized plan with goals that specifically target the problems with specific objectives and timelines for meeting those objectives. His extensive clinical background, training, and expertise have equipped him with skills critical to building and maintaining an effective and empathic relationship throughout the therapeutic process.
(240) 226-1612 View (240) 226-1612
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Deb Dunman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with clients in a variety of clinical settings, and I believe Telehealth is an important tool to meet clients where they are, in safe place, and without judgement. I utilize multiple therapeutic approaches in my practice including frameworks from DBT, CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, mind-body connection, holistic, systems focused, trauma informed, and person-centered modalities. During the initial session, we will review your therapeutic history and any experiences, symptoms, and environments that present conflict or challenge. From there we will forge a path forward.
I have extensive experience working with clients in a variety of clinical settings, and I believe Telehealth is an important tool to meet clients where they are, in safe place, and without judgement. I utilize multiple therapeutic approaches in my practice including frameworks from DBT, CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, mind-body connection, holistic, systems focused, trauma informed, and person-centered modalities. During the initial session, we will review your therapeutic history and any experiences, symptoms, and environments that present conflict or challenge. From there we will forge a path forward.
(301) 691-2863 View (301) 691-2863
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Jennifer Beall
Counselor, MS, NCC, LCPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Crofton, MD 21114
Do you feel like an imposter? Does it feel like everyone else got a rulebook that you didn't? Are you trying to overcome the effects of trauma, whether from a major life event, or from many smaller things throughout your life that have eaten away at your self-esteem? I'm guessing that you have many negative beliefs about yourself that you know, logically, aren't true. It's really hard to turn that logic into true belief about your worth as a human being, though. I can help you to go from just knowing in your head that you're worthy of love and a fulfilling life to truly believing it deep down. That makes a huge difference!
Do you feel like an imposter? Does it feel like everyone else got a rulebook that you didn't? Are you trying to overcome the effects of trauma, whether from a major life event, or from many smaller things throughout your life that have eaten away at your self-esteem? I'm guessing that you have many negative beliefs about yourself that you know, logically, aren't true. It's really hard to turn that logic into true belief about your worth as a human being, though. I can help you to go from just knowing in your head that you're worthy of love and a fulfilling life to truly believing it deep down. That makes a huge difference!
(443) 732-0966 View (443) 732-0966
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EMDR, Brainspotting & Psychotherapy of DC & MD
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, EMDR-C, BSP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
Your treatment has a beginning, middle & end. I am trained and certified in many of the latest breakthrough treatments including EMDR and Brainspotting. I use these modalities because I have found them to be the most effective. The field of psychotherapy has come a long way since it began. We now know that it doesn't have to take as long as previously believed for permanent healing and change to take place. The term "neuroplasticity" refers to the brain's ability to change and rewire itself at any age or stage of life. Too often, clients participate in years of talk therapy and medication management without results.
Your treatment has a beginning, middle & end. I am trained and certified in many of the latest breakthrough treatments including EMDR and Brainspotting. I use these modalities because I have found them to be the most effective. The field of psychotherapy has come a long way since it began. We now know that it doesn't have to take as long as previously believed for permanent healing and change to take place. The term "neuroplasticity" refers to the brain's ability to change and rewire itself at any age or stage of life. Too often, clients participate in years of talk therapy and medication management without results.
(202) 804-9954 View (202) 804-9954
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Jennifer Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
I believe that a respectful, supportive, collaborative, relationship, free from judgement is important for deeper healing. My approach is warm & creative. I use traditional psychotherapy and adjunctive therapies to work from the inside out - allowing one to resolve deep-rooted, underlying issues. I am skilled and Certified in Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, EMDR ,and Sex Therapy. Together, we work towards freeing you from the pain of anxiety, Depression, PTSD, sexual disorders and eating struggles. Self-understanding with resolution can allow choice. I welcome the opportunity to be part of your journey to a freer life.
I believe that a respectful, supportive, collaborative, relationship, free from judgement is important for deeper healing. My approach is warm & creative. I use traditional psychotherapy and adjunctive therapies to work from the inside out - allowing one to resolve deep-rooted, underlying issues. I am skilled and Certified in Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, EMDR ,and Sex Therapy. Together, we work towards freeing you from the pain of anxiety, Depression, PTSD, sexual disorders and eating struggles. Self-understanding with resolution can allow choice. I welcome the opportunity to be part of your journey to a freer life.
(410) 267-4497 View (410) 267-4497
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Jacquelyne Gordon
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Millersville, MD 21108
Are you feeling stressed, spread thin, trying to figure out how to manage? Wanting to increase feelings of calm, stability, self-worth and strength? I enjoy and strive to help clients reach their goals, decrease stress and heal. I have experience working with women, young adults, men and parents of children as they journey through life.
Are you feeling stressed, spread thin, trying to figure out how to manage? Wanting to increase feelings of calm, stability, self-worth and strength? I enjoy and strive to help clients reach their goals, decrease stress and heal. I have experience working with women, young adults, men and parents of children as they journey through life.
(410) 397-7185 View (410) 397-7185
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Mary Moore LCSW-C
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
Not accepting new clients
My practice is currently full and I cannot take new clients at this time. Please check back! I treat each client as an individual, with respect, and use a collaborative style to meet your goals. In our first session, I will ask you to tell me the main reason you are seeking therapy, and start from there. As we work together, we will build on your strengths and work to reduce the symptoms you may have.
My practice is currently full and I cannot take new clients at this time. Please check back! I treat each client as an individual, with respect, and use a collaborative style to meet your goals. In our first session, I will ask you to tell me the main reason you are seeking therapy, and start from there. As we work together, we will build on your strengths and work to reduce the symptoms you may have.
(410) 946-1683 View (410) 946-1683

Online Therapists

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Rosemary Moulton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20904  (Online Only)
I have experience working with transgender and gender non-conforming persons.
Have you felt misunderstood because of your sexual orientation, lifestyle, age, disability, or nonconforming body? Have you tried traditional psychotherapy and been disappointed with results? Since 2006, I have provided services to adults and seniors dealing with a wide array of issues. I help people arrive at their own answers and live their most authentic lives using the power of a therapeutic, healing relationship. I help lead people through difficult territory and highlight their successes as they align their lives with their truths. Do you want to change your life but don't know where to start?
I have experience working with transgender and gender non-conforming persons.
Have you felt misunderstood because of your sexual orientation, lifestyle, age, disability, or nonconforming body? Have you tried traditional psychotherapy and been disappointed with results? Since 2006, I have provided services to adults and seniors dealing with a wide array of issues. I help people arrive at their own answers and live their most authentic lives using the power of a therapeutic, healing relationship. I help lead people through difficult territory and highlight their successes as they align their lives with their truths. Do you want to change your life but don't know where to start?
(703) 991-1034 View (703) 991-1034
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Tavi Hawn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21211
Want to support your transgender or nonbinary child? Looking for a therapist with some shared lived experiences but also plain old therapist experience? People who work with me say things like "I'm worried about a relationship", "Life totally sucks right now and I don't know what to do", "How do I navigate parenthood on top of everything else"?, "It's hard to find my community and I'm lonely", "I've becoming a 'professional gay' which comes with its own challenges" . "I am leaving or have left an abusive relationship". If you're ready for some deep exploration that honors your values, culture, and spiritual practices, let's do it!
Want to support your transgender or nonbinary child? Looking for a therapist with some shared lived experiences but also plain old therapist experience? People who work with me say things like "I'm worried about a relationship", "Life totally sucks right now and I don't know what to do", "How do I navigate parenthood on top of everything else"?, "It's hard to find my community and I'm lonely", "I've becoming a 'professional gay' which comes with its own challenges" . "I am leaving or have left an abusive relationship". If you're ready for some deep exploration that honors your values, culture, and spiritual practices, let's do it!
(443) 843-0360 View (443) 843-0360
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Julian R Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20906  (Online Only)
Have you been looking for a therapist effective at working with and affirming individuals along the gender spectrum, or who identify as transgender? For many individuals our work is an exploration of identity expression, or focused on the loss associated with rejection by significant persons, or family estrangement.
Life can create challenges ranging from minor to major, brief to long term and even the most resilient, sturdy individuals will benefit from an empathic and non-judgemental ear during those times. Do you feel lonely, sad, or that no one understands you? I provide clients therapy that is evidence based, and focuses on your strengths to help you get back to feeling and functioning at your best.
Have you been looking for a therapist effective at working with and affirming individuals along the gender spectrum, or who identify as transgender? For many individuals our work is an exploration of identity expression, or focused on the loss associated with rejection by significant persons, or family estrangement.
Life can create challenges ranging from minor to major, brief to long term and even the most resilient, sturdy individuals will benefit from an empathic and non-judgemental ear during those times. Do you feel lonely, sad, or that no one understands you? I provide clients therapy that is evidence based, and focuses on your strengths to help you get back to feeling and functioning at your best.
(240) 219-8650 View (240) 219-8650
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Ricky M Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901  (Online Only)
This includes, but is not limited to, those from the BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and transgender communities.
Life is full of challenges and we can sometimes feel overwhelmed by the problems we face. Reaching out for help during those times is a sign of inner strength and resilience. Working collaboratively with a therapist can help us gain the insight and perspective that we need to face and overcome our challenges and reach our goals. Whether you're experiencing depression, anxiety, the effects of trauma, or dealing with the grief and pain that come with loss, my aim in therapy is to help you acquire the skills you need to successfully work through your challenges.
This includes, but is not limited to, those from the BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and transgender communities.
Life is full of challenges and we can sometimes feel overwhelmed by the problems we face. Reaching out for help during those times is a sign of inner strength and resilience. Working collaboratively with a therapist can help us gain the insight and perspective that we need to face and overcome our challenges and reach our goals. Whether you're experiencing depression, anxiety, the effects of trauma, or dealing with the grief and pain that come with loss, my aim in therapy is to help you acquire the skills you need to successfully work through your challenges.
(301) 453-4402 View (301) 453-4402
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Fundamental Solutions Psychotherapy Center
Counselor
Verified Verified
Marriottsville, MD 21104
Fundamental Solutions Psychotherapy Center offers a clinical approach to our clientele with a nonjudgmental, common-sense style. We want you to feel comfortable sharing your lives with us and consider it a great privilege to be invited into your world. There are so many choices of therapists in our area. Our clinicians are aware that therapy is a substantial emotional and financial investment. Here at FSP, that is appreciated, and you can feel comfortable, put your feet up, help you make a change, and get flexibility! We work collaboratively and respect that you are your life expert.
Fundamental Solutions Psychotherapy Center offers a clinical approach to our clientele with a nonjudgmental, common-sense style. We want you to feel comfortable sharing your lives with us and consider it a great privilege to be invited into your world. There are so many choices of therapists in our area. Our clinicians are aware that therapy is a substantial emotional and financial investment. Here at FSP, that is appreciated, and you can feel comfortable, put your feet up, help you make a change, and get flexibility! We work collaboratively and respect that you are your life expert.
(410) 642-5940 View (410) 642-5940
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Alyssa C Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bel Air, MD 21015
Waitlist for new clients
I began working in the mental health field in 2007 as part of a therapy team and in 2013 opened Ahimsa Counseling with the mission to provide LGBTQIA affirming and culturally competent counseling to individuals in Harford County. I work with adolescents (16 and up) and adults, with a specialization in trauma informed and healing centered care. I utilize strength based client focused therapies including EMDR, CBT, EFT, and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy in order to assist clients processing through and healing prior trauma. This work aids clients in empowerering themselves while they recover, grow, and learn healthier ways of being.
I began working in the mental health field in 2007 as part of a therapy team and in 2013 opened Ahimsa Counseling with the mission to provide LGBTQIA affirming and culturally competent counseling to individuals in Harford County. I work with adolescents (16 and up) and adults, with a specialization in trauma informed and healing centered care. I utilize strength based client focused therapies including EMDR, CBT, EFT, and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy in order to assist clients processing through and healing prior trauma. This work aids clients in empowerering themselves while they recover, grow, and learn healthier ways of being.
(443) 471-8969 View (443) 471-8969
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Brianna Veres
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21212  (Online Only)
As a queer and trans identified therapist, I personally understand how painful it can be to go to someone for support and be met with microaggressions, rejection, or outright hostility because of your marginalized identity. Therapy can be a transformative tool of self-discovery and a place to collaboratively develop a roadmap to a life filled with deep meaning and joy. But if your therapist does not understand or accept crucial parts of who you are, it can be deeply damaging and disheartening. If you have had experiences like these, I may be a good fit to provide you with the culturally competent therapy you deserve.
As a queer and trans identified therapist, I personally understand how painful it can be to go to someone for support and be met with microaggressions, rejection, or outright hostility because of your marginalized identity. Therapy can be a transformative tool of self-discovery and a place to collaboratively develop a roadmap to a life filled with deep meaning and joy. But if your therapist does not understand or accept crucial parts of who you are, it can be deeply damaging and disheartening. If you have had experiences like these, I may be a good fit to provide you with the culturally competent therapy you deserve.
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Allison Hoke
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Have you reached a point where your past experiences and beliefs about yourself are impacting your life now? Are you wanting to live as your most authentic self, but having a hard time doing so? Do you want to improve your relationship with your partner(s), but think a guide would be helpful? Then I'm glad you're here! Through exploration and skills-building, I can help you develop greater resilience, and a deeper connection with yourself and your community. I (they/them) am a trans and queer therapist who enjoys working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, & polyamorous folks.
Have you reached a point where your past experiences and beliefs about yourself are impacting your life now? Are you wanting to live as your most authentic self, but having a hard time doing so? Do you want to improve your relationship with your partner(s), but think a guide would be helpful? Then I'm glad you're here! Through exploration and skills-building, I can help you develop greater resilience, and a deeper connection with yourself and your community. I (they/them) am a trans and queer therapist who enjoys working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, & polyamorous folks.
(202) 851-7308 View (202) 851-7308
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Kitt Klassen
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Towson, MD 21204
Hi, I'm Kitt! I'm the owner of Defiant Therapy, LLC, a practice that offers an affirming space for clients to embrace "defiance" - a sense of trust in oneself that leads you to challenge expectations. I value creating relationships with clients that allow them to be free to discover their expansiveness, care for the parts of themself that need tenderness and fierce compassion, and get clear about the change they need and the acceptance they deserve. I work with individuals (adults and adolescents), relationships of two or more, and families who want and need this radical space.
Hi, I'm Kitt! I'm the owner of Defiant Therapy, LLC, a practice that offers an affirming space for clients to embrace "defiance" - a sense of trust in oneself that leads you to challenge expectations. I value creating relationships with clients that allow them to be free to discover their expansiveness, care for the parts of themself that need tenderness and fierce compassion, and get clear about the change they need and the acceptance they deserve. I work with individuals (adults and adolescents), relationships of two or more, and families who want and need this radical space.
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Starling Hathcock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCTP-ll
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel sad or have no energy or oomph? Life is too short to surrender to bad relationships, let trauma control us, or be anxious/angry all the time. I want you to be free of emotional pain and find meaning and purpose in family, friendships, spirituality, work, and all other life areas. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C). I work with teens and adults of all ages, couples/partners, and families. My area of expertise is working with individuals who have experienced trauma and those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and self-esteem issues.
Do you feel sad or have no energy or oomph? Life is too short to surrender to bad relationships, let trauma control us, or be anxious/angry all the time. I want you to be free of emotional pain and find meaning and purpose in family, friendships, spirituality, work, and all other life areas. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C). I work with teens and adults of all ages, couples/partners, and families. My area of expertise is working with individuals who have experienced trauma and those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and self-esteem issues.
(240) 219-5583 View (240) 219-5583

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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.