Transgender Therapists in Tuckahoe, NY

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Erin Poland (Child Therapist)
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, MHC
Verified Verified
Tuckahoe, NY 10707
Hello! I'm Erin! I'm a child, teen and young adult therapist specializing in neurodiversity. I'm passionate about supporting youth, ages 6-28, who struggle with ASD, ADHD, executive functioning challenges, and learning differences. If your child is having trouble navigating school pressures, social circles, family dynamics, or just the growing-up process, I can help. I hold expertise in helping creative and empathetic kids (and young adults) through art therapy and evidence-based approaches. It's my life's purpose to help youth increase confidence, connection and joy. Visit my website to learn more! I offer free consults.
Hello! I'm Erin! I'm a child, teen and young adult therapist specializing in neurodiversity. I'm passionate about supporting youth, ages 6-28, who struggle with ASD, ADHD, executive functioning challenges, and learning differences. If your child is having trouble navigating school pressures, social circles, family dynamics, or just the growing-up process, I can help. I hold expertise in helping creative and empathetic kids (and young adults) through art therapy and evidence-based approaches. It's my life's purpose to help youth increase confidence, connection and joy. Visit my website to learn more! I offer free consults.
(914) 351-2396 View (914) 351-2396
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Victoria Ingram (Child Therapist)
Art Therapist, MA, LCAT-LP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Tuckahoe, NY 10707
Hi! I'm Vic. I'm a child and teen anxiety specialist based in Eastchester, NY. I'm passionate about supporting children, teens, and young adults, ages 6-25, who struggle with anxiety, worry, stress, self-esteem, social skills and adjusting to change. If your child is having trouble navigating school pressures, social circles, family dynamics, or just the growing-up process, I can help. I hold expertise in helping creative and empathetic youth through art therapy and evidence-based approaches. It's my life's purpose to help your child increase confidence, connection and joy. Visit my website to learn more! I offer free consults.
Hi! I'm Vic. I'm a child and teen anxiety specialist based in Eastchester, NY. I'm passionate about supporting children, teens, and young adults, ages 6-25, who struggle with anxiety, worry, stress, self-esteem, social skills and adjusting to change. If your child is having trouble navigating school pressures, social circles, family dynamics, or just the growing-up process, I can help. I hold expertise in helping creative and empathetic youth through art therapy and evidence-based approaches. It's my life's purpose to help your child increase confidence, connection and joy. Visit my website to learn more! I offer free consults.
(917) 382-9949 View (917) 382-9949

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Omni Psychotherapy, LCSW, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Scarsdale, NY 10583
Practitioners at Omni are experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples with various mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and gender dysphoria.
Omni Psychotherapy, LCSW, P.C. provides psychotherapy to a wide range of clients, specializing in working with those who identify as LGBTQIA, those who have been oppressed, marginalized, or who have suffered from various forms of trauma. Omni Psychotherapy, LCSW, P.C. is an inclusive practice and recognizes the need for specialized treatment of individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth, and we have the knowledge and resources to help facilitate the process from questioning to acceptance to transition.
Practitioners at Omni are experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples with various mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and gender dysphoria.
Omni Psychotherapy, LCSW, P.C. provides psychotherapy to a wide range of clients, specializing in working with those who identify as LGBTQIA, those who have been oppressed, marginalized, or who have suffered from various forms of trauma. Omni Psychotherapy, LCSW, P.C. is an inclusive practice and recognizes the need for specialized treatment of individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth, and we have the knowledge and resources to help facilitate the process from questioning to acceptance to transition.
(914) 570-0134 View (914) 570-0134
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Briana Collins
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Scarsdale, NY 10583
My work encompasses anxiety, gender dysphoria & identity, dating, LGBTQAI issues, ADHD, depression, interpersonal issues, life transitions, higher education, trauma, grief, chronic pain & surgery recovery, and teaching coping skills.
Does life feel like it’s in a state of flux and you’re looking for its center? Are you finding existing exhausting? I offer a warm, humorous, and safe space to help you find the peace you are looking for in your outer and inner worlds. In our shared space, teens, young adults, and adults can find compassion, constancy, and support amid the changing demands of our day-to-day lives. Together we can approach your hurts and joys from a stance of acceptance, curiosity, and safeness.
My work encompasses anxiety, gender dysphoria & identity, dating, LGBTQAI issues, ADHD, depression, interpersonal issues, life transitions, higher education, trauma, grief, chronic pain & surgery recovery, and teaching coping skills.
Does life feel like it’s in a state of flux and you’re looking for its center? Are you finding existing exhausting? I offer a warm, humorous, and safe space to help you find the peace you are looking for in your outer and inner worlds. In our shared space, teens, young adults, and adults can find compassion, constancy, and support amid the changing demands of our day-to-day lives. Together we can approach your hurts and joys from a stance of acceptance, curiosity, and safeness.
(914) 809-9877 View (914) 809-9877
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Batsheva Halberstam
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Rochelle, NY 10804  (Online Only)
A safe and non-judgmental space for you. I create a nurturing environment in which you can explore your feelings and challenges safely. My orientation is mostly psychodynamic, I also practice mindfulness techniques as a way for you to stay present, engaged, and anxiety free. I am supportive but will challenge you to work hard to get the most out of treatment. I have trained in university counseling centers, state hospitals, and veterans' hospitals, treating people with a range of presenting problems and diagnoses, from everyday stressors to severe and persistent mental illness.
A safe and non-judgmental space for you. I create a nurturing environment in which you can explore your feelings and challenges safely. My orientation is mostly psychodynamic, I also practice mindfulness techniques as a way for you to stay present, engaged, and anxiety free. I am supportive but will challenge you to work hard to get the most out of treatment. I have trained in university counseling centers, state hospitals, and veterans' hospitals, treating people with a range of presenting problems and diagnoses, from everyday stressors to severe and persistent mental illness.
(914) 350-5180 View (914) 350-5180
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Miki Hara, Psychotherapy, LCSW, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT, TCTSY-F
Verified Verified
Scarsdale, NY 10583
Do you find yourself constantly living in the past and wish you can get unstuck from your past? Do you feel overwhelmed and anxious? I specialize in working with people who experience anxiety, panic attacks, depression and trauma such as childhood abuse, sexual abuse and abusive relationships. I am LGBTQA+ affirming therapist. I have extensive experience with CBT, DBT and EMDR. I can offer variety of therapeutic approach and find what works best for you.
Do you find yourself constantly living in the past and wish you can get unstuck from your past? Do you feel overwhelmed and anxious? I specialize in working with people who experience anxiety, panic attacks, depression and trauma such as childhood abuse, sexual abuse and abusive relationships. I am LGBTQA+ affirming therapist. I have extensive experience with CBT, DBT and EMDR. I can offer variety of therapeutic approach and find what works best for you.
(646) 401-1969 View (646) 401-1969
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Nicole Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Scarsdale, NY 10583  (Online Only)
I specialize in providing integrated EMDR to LGBTQ+ youth and adults, who are struggling with complex trauma and feeling disturbed by painful past experiences. They most often feel like they are a burden, incompetent or often find themselves endlessly ruminating over worst case scenarios. Therapy is initiated when they realize that they are ready to stop spiraling and begin experiencing a sense of grounding and connection. There has been an acknowledgement that they do not have to stay stuck. Their desire to feel confident, secure, and live authentically outweighs the fear to work through their pain.
I specialize in providing integrated EMDR to LGBTQ+ youth and adults, who are struggling with complex trauma and feeling disturbed by painful past experiences. They most often feel like they are a burden, incompetent or often find themselves endlessly ruminating over worst case scenarios. Therapy is initiated when they realize that they are ready to stop spiraling and begin experiencing a sense of grounding and connection. There has been an acknowledgement that they do not have to stay stuck. Their desire to feel confident, secure, and live authentically outweighs the fear to work through their pain.
(646) 762-9341 View (646) 762-9341
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North Node Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yonkers, NY 10710  (Online Only)
North Node Therapy was created out of a desire to help Black folk to understand that they have a right to be happy. It is our sole mission to help men and women create the changes in life needed to help them achieve a more fulfilling life. Whether it's providing a safe space to work through feelings and traumatic experiences or to help develop better boundaries and self love practices... North Node Therapy can help you achieve the life you desire.
North Node Therapy was created out of a desire to help Black folk to understand that they have a right to be happy. It is our sole mission to help men and women create the changes in life needed to help them achieve a more fulfilling life. Whether it's providing a safe space to work through feelings and traumatic experiences or to help develop better boundaries and self love practices... North Node Therapy can help you achieve the life you desire.
(914) 477-2332 View (914) 477-2332
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Brian Belovitch
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Scarsdale, NY 10583
I work with people who are part of the LGBTQIA+ communities and allies. My work is rooted in gender-affirming therapy for those seeking exploration and support around their gender identities. I also work with those who are living with addiction and recovery. I work with clients who live, work and play under a cloak of secrecy; the outside world sees them as goal-driven professionals who have stable relationships and a host of family and friends. My clients hide their struggles with Depression, Anxiety, Low Self Esteem, and Substance Use. My clients want to live and love authentically.
I work with people who are part of the LGBTQIA+ communities and allies. My work is rooted in gender-affirming therapy for those seeking exploration and support around their gender identities. I also work with those who are living with addiction and recovery. I work with clients who live, work and play under a cloak of secrecy; the outside world sees them as goal-driven professionals who have stable relationships and a host of family and friends. My clients hide their struggles with Depression, Anxiety, Low Self Esteem, and Substance Use. My clients want to live and love authentically.
(646) 849-2704 View (646) 849-2704
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Isabel Golan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarsdale, NY 10583
Life's challenges, past traumas or present stresses, can make us feel very overwhelmed. Deeply affecting our lives, relationships, and overall well-being. But you don't have to navigate it alone! I support adults in navigating trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, family conflicts, loss, depression, and anxiety, often focusing on how childhood trauma influences adulthood. Together we’ll decipher the intricate patterns of behavior that may be holding you back and grapple with hard emotions. By letting things unravel, past and present experiences, you will rediscover yourself and create the path towards transformative change.
Life's challenges, past traumas or present stresses, can make us feel very overwhelmed. Deeply affecting our lives, relationships, and overall well-being. But you don't have to navigate it alone! I support adults in navigating trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, family conflicts, loss, depression, and anxiety, often focusing on how childhood trauma influences adulthood. Together we’ll decipher the intricate patterns of behavior that may be holding you back and grapple with hard emotions. By letting things unravel, past and present experiences, you will rediscover yourself and create the path towards transformative change.
(929) 810-2452 View (929) 810-2452
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Sarah Bren
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
My goal is to help individuals and families become more attuned with themselves and others, in the service of increasing personal and interpersonal satisfaction and getting one's needs met more effectively. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, issues in relationships, trouble working through life transitions, and difficulty feeling in control of their emotions. I also specialize in working with parents to foster healthy and respectful relationships with their children and develop effective parenting skills related to communication, boundaries, discipline, and helping their children to manage their big emotions.
My goal is to help individuals and families become more attuned with themselves and others, in the service of increasing personal and interpersonal satisfaction and getting one's needs met more effectively. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, issues in relationships, trouble working through life transitions, and difficulty feeling in control of their emotions. I also specialize in working with parents to foster healthy and respectful relationships with their children and develop effective parenting skills related to communication, boundaries, discipline, and helping their children to manage their big emotions.
(646) 362-6819 View (646) 362-6819
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Online Virtual Therapy With Shaudi Adel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scarsdale, NY 10583
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.
(858) 736-9964 View (858) 736-9964
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Pia Scaglione
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bronxville, NY 10708
The people who I work with often come to therapy after a change in their life has led them to question how they can overcome difficult situations and understand their decisions in order to live a more meaningful life and improve their relationships to self and others. Transitions such as starting college, having a child, losing a loved one, or ending a relationship are often events that cause a shift in understanding of ourselves and our worlds. Expectations about how life should be may not fit our reality, or old patterns or ways of coping that may have previously been effective become problematic.
The people who I work with often come to therapy after a change in their life has led them to question how they can overcome difficult situations and understand their decisions in order to live a more meaningful life and improve their relationships to self and others. Transitions such as starting college, having a child, losing a loved one, or ending a relationship are often events that cause a shift in understanding of ourselves and our worlds. Expectations about how life should be may not fit our reality, or old patterns or ways of coping that may have previously been effective become problematic.
(914) 786-6557 View (914) 786-6557
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Aviva Chansky Guttmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CIRT, ACP-EFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Scarsdale, NY 10583
I focus on helping clients access emotional healing, self discovery, self regulation, and to reach more satisfying relationship connection. I am an ACEP Certified EFT ( tapping ) Practitioner and Certified Advanced Imago Relationship Therapist with over 25 years experience counseling individuals, couples and families. My ongoing trainings in Energy Psychology methods offer ways to help clients discover what is standing in their way of optimal enjoyment of life, achieving what they wish to, and learning how unprocessed past experiences have caused impasses. Healing is safely accessible with these approaches and client-centered.
I focus on helping clients access emotional healing, self discovery, self regulation, and to reach more satisfying relationship connection. I am an ACEP Certified EFT ( tapping ) Practitioner and Certified Advanced Imago Relationship Therapist with over 25 years experience counseling individuals, couples and families. My ongoing trainings in Energy Psychology methods offer ways to help clients discover what is standing in their way of optimal enjoyment of life, achieving what they wish to, and learning how unprocessed past experiences have caused impasses. Healing is safely accessible with these approaches and client-centered.
(631) 593-0770 View (631) 593-0770
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Samuel Parton
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bronxville, NY 10708
Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.
Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.
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Intercity Psychotherapy Services LCSW PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Yonkers, NY 10704
Mental health program that addresses the needs of adults, adolescents, children, and families. The program encompasses a broad range of areas, including individual and family counseling, substance use and youth development. Its purpose is to provide mental health services to individuals impacted by psychological and emotional disturbances.
Mental health program that addresses the needs of adults, adolescents, children, and families. The program encompasses a broad range of areas, including individual and family counseling, substance use and youth development. Its purpose is to provide mental health services to individuals impacted by psychological and emotional disturbances.
(929) 262-6744 View (929) 262-6744
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Jawhan Davis
Pre-Licensed Professional, LP-MHC
Verified Verified
Yonkers, NY 10710
I mainly work with young adults with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and those going through a transitional stage in their lives, I also have experience with adults and couples. I have a very upbeat and open-minded approach mainly utilizing CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
I mainly work with young adults with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and those going through a transitional stage in their lives, I also have experience with adults and couples. I have a very upbeat and open-minded approach mainly utilizing CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
(914) 350-5918 View (914) 350-5918
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Justin Butler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bronxville, NY 10708  (Online Only)
I believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship - as a site for activation, reflection, examination, change, and corrective emotional experiences. So often the very things that have helped protect us throughout our lives also create barriers and challenges. Therapy offers us a space to slow down and explore these defenses and patterns, and to develop healthier alternatives. We will work collaboratively to reach mutual understanding, honest emotional expression, and to acknowledge and nourish your true self, in all of its complexity - which will hopefully lead to a more authentic, vibrant, fulfilling life.
I believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship - as a site for activation, reflection, examination, change, and corrective emotional experiences. So often the very things that have helped protect us throughout our lives also create barriers and challenges. Therapy offers us a space to slow down and explore these defenses and patterns, and to develop healthier alternatives. We will work collaboratively to reach mutual understanding, honest emotional expression, and to acknowledge and nourish your true self, in all of its complexity - which will hopefully lead to a more authentic, vibrant, fulfilling life.
(718) 814-6790 View (718) 814-6790
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John C. Abreu, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Yonkers, NY 10710
Hello, and welcome! I work with: Males, females, LGBTQIA+, teens, adults, aging, victims of DV, substance abuse, families, couples, cross-cultured client, and first responders. I work with a wide range of mental health complexities including but not limited to: Addiction, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, bipolar disorder, co-dependency, life coaching, men’s issues, OCD, race related issues, self-esteem, DV, divorce, family conflict, spirituality, trauma, and vocational stress. I am a warm, empathic, passionate, eclectic, professionally, and culturally competent therapist. I look forward to hearing from you!
Hello, and welcome! I work with: Males, females, LGBTQIA+, teens, adults, aging, victims of DV, substance abuse, families, couples, cross-cultured client, and first responders. I work with a wide range of mental health complexities including but not limited to: Addiction, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, bipolar disorder, co-dependency, life coaching, men’s issues, OCD, race related issues, self-esteem, DV, divorce, family conflict, spirituality, trauma, and vocational stress. I am a warm, empathic, passionate, eclectic, professionally, and culturally competent therapist. I look forward to hearing from you!
(914) 246-5926 View (914) 246-5926
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Sara Schloss Stave
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bronxville, NY 10708
Feeling alone & isolated? Feeling anxious & depressed? Tired of having the same arguments with your child or teen? Let's transform your life! Realizing that you need to change takes courage, seeking help to make changes in your life takes even more courage. With respect for that courage, as well as with humor, I love to work together with children, young adults, families and adults to take charge of their lives to bring about desired outcomes. Using cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT), I help people learn how to hone their thinking and reaction. CBT helps people look at their patterns of behavior and learn better skills to cope.
Feeling alone & isolated? Feeling anxious & depressed? Tired of having the same arguments with your child or teen? Let's transform your life! Realizing that you need to change takes courage, seeking help to make changes in your life takes even more courage. With respect for that courage, as well as with humor, I love to work together with children, young adults, families and adults to take charge of their lives to bring about desired outcomes. Using cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT), I help people learn how to hone their thinking and reaction. CBT helps people look at their patterns of behavior and learn better skills to cope.
(914) 350-4912 View (914) 350-4912

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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.