LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Houston, TX

Finding the right therapist is sometimes the hardest part of the counseling process. The challenge of matching a therapist's personality and approach to counseling with a client's needs can sometimes feel like trial and error, but is a vital part of the process. I believe that the start of any new relationship, therapeutic or otherwise, begins with building rapport and simply becoming comfortable with each other. Once established, the real work can begin.

Dr. Gonzalez and his associates treat adults, adolescents, children, and families who have a wide range of presenting problems. We have particular interests in eating disorders, relationship issues, including couples therapy, mood disorders, anxiety, sexual dysfunction and addiction, ADHD, LGBT issues, testing and evaluations for INS. We also have specialized training, experience, and interests in the treatment of children with behavior problems and families disrupted by divorce. All services are available in English or Spanish.

The most common phrase I hear when I ask new clients to describe themselves is "not good enough." As a result of invalidating life experiences, many of us come to believe that we are undeserving of acceptance. In order to avoid potential rejection, we hide parts of our identities that others might view as undesirable, and we present a fragmented or incomplete version of ourselves to the world. While this can be advantageous in certain environments, it can also become a barrier to intimacy. Many of my clients struggle to be vulnerable and find it challenging to embrace their full, authentic selves.

** Practice is currently full and I am currently not accepting new clients as of 3/2022** Are you unhappy about where you are in life and fear others won't accept you for who you are? Do you feel as though you have to hide facets of yourself? Do you feel stuck and want to change? If so, you may find it helpful to connect with someone who has been through these feelings and understands the challenge in managing feelings of anxiety, stress, isolation, insecurity, and even depression. I understand the struggles with exploring one's identity and finding the confidence to love and value your unique self.

I became a therapist out of a passion and love in walking others through the storms of life. We all experience times in our lives that leave us bruised, battered, and beaten. As a therapist, my goal is to help you find a way out of your storm and become a stronger, more resilient, and more fulfilled person. The basis for my practice is Existential Therapy, where I help clients truly grasp their relationships with themselves and the world around them. I bring in other therapeutic techniques and styles to individualize treatment to what each client needs and wants out of therapy.

Brian is passionate about helping clients build insight into their emotions, behaviors, and relationships outside of therapy in order to better achieve their goals. He has a relational approach to psychotherapy, in which he works to build a strong rapport with his clients through which he can help them feel heard, understood, validated, and supported in their efforts to make changes in their lives. Brian currently works with clients ages 13+.

I know how hard it can be to find a therapist with who you feel a connection with and I would be honored to work with you through the various stages of your life. As a Lesbian , I can relate to many of the challenges people face when existing in a difficult space. Whatever challenges you are encountering at this moment, there is hope. Things can get better. Things can change. You have more power than you realize. I look forward to working with you as you gain the empowerment, knowledge, and skills required to move through those challenges. Currently, I see clients in the evenings and Saturday mornings.

Everyone has times in their lives when they need someone to talk to. Whether something has happened recently or you've been worried about something for a while, a professional counselor can help. Here at Something to Think About Therapy , I provide online mental health therapy services, combining counselling with alternative therapies to help you find long term support and peace of mind.

I believe that every individual has their own unique life journey and the capacity for growth and healing. As we explore the complexities of your experience I will work with you to create a space that allows you to feel safe, supported, and validated. I work from a trauma-informed lens and believe in the power of compassion when it comes to healing. As someone who identifies as Transgender , Non-binary, Queer , Disabled, and Autistic, I feel strongly about providing trauma-informed mental health care to individuals also belonging to these communities.

My identity as a Gay Black Man gives me a unique passion as therapist and a deep love in supporting this population with coming out, managing relationships and growing in self-acceptance. I work with a variety of presenting concerns and populations; however, my specialization is working with gay men and the LGBTQ + population. I provide support and a nonjudgmental environment for you to process, explore and evaluate your concerns. In counseling you can get tools and skills to make real changes or use the space to process thoughts and stress.

There is no manual for the LGBTQ experience. People in our community often find themselves having spent their childhood trying to stay safe, only to reach adulthood without the skills and relationships to have the fulfilling life they deserve. We often feel like we are spending our lives playing catch up, trying to reclaim our past while living out our present and future all at the same time.

What’s up, I’m Becks. I’m a queer , neurodivergent trans guy with a penchant for using my facial expressions as a therapeutic intervention. I’m passionate about working with people who are seeking support around gender and sexual identity, perfectionism and self-worth, body image, stress, and trauma. I view the therapeutic process through the lenses of attachment and neuroscience, and I bring awareness to broader influences such as the effect of capitalism, toxic productivity, systemic oppression, misogyny, and other community and societal standards/injustices.

My focus is on trauma, chronic depression, anxiety with panic attacks, mental health of gay and bisexual men, mental health of Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC), person in recovery, and people that struggle to maintain healthy relationships with friends, family, and coworkers.

Whether you want to enhance your self-confidence, address unresolved relational issues, or gain a greater appreciation for life in general, therapy can guide the way and provide you with a plan for success. Such exploration is especially helpful if you find that you have been relying on unhealthy coping mechanisms to appreciate yourself, your relationships, or your life. Often, people turn to substances or unsatisfying relationships in order to distract themselves from their discontent; therapy offers the means to transform the unhealthy patterns so that true joy and contentment can be realized.

I help my patients address questions like "How can I have more satisfying relationships?" and "How can I find more flow in love and work?" I have a deep passion for working with people to uncover and rework unsatisfying relationship patterns. I believe healthy people seek therapy for various reasons throughout life, and psychotherapy can help you find a more genuine and integrated way of living and relating to others. I am a psychologist who is committed to my own personal growth and ongoing training. I also have a profound appreciation for 12 step approaches and insight oriented approaches.

Therapy is a very personal journey. For many LGBTQ + people, it is vital that their therapist has direct knowledge and personal experience of the queer community. LGBTQ + members often struggle with stressors not experienced by the dominant culture. Dealing with discrimination, coming out to one's family, and discovering an "authentic" self in the face of social pressures can lead to higher levels of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicide for LGBTQ + individuals.

The path from growing up quietly queer in a small Midwestern town to living as an out lesbian in the 4th largest city in the country has informed my work within the LGBTQ + community. I believe that knowledge is an integral part of building acceptance and pride in oneself and the community, and I am eager to continue working with people in all stages of the coming out process. Most recently, my focus has been on HIV prevention and treatment; I am passionate about working with clients who are at high risk for exposure, entering treatment, or working to maintain viral suppression.

Email/Call. Are you struggling with things in life? Let’s talk about it! Maybe even on the beach? My office space is a completely judgement free zone! Do you feel like you can’t be open about your life struggles and are trying to figure out an open space to go through this journey? I am here for you to hold the space and listen. I support and welcome with open arms Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Survivors, Trauma survivors & LGBTQIA + Community. My goal is to create a space to help heal. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor my education and my diverse background gives me a unique approach to counseling.

My clients often have communication issues. I work with couples and individuals looking for better ways to communicate with loved ones, peers, or in the work place. I am a Certified IMAGO Relationship Therapist. IMAGO is a theory that addresess how we listen, when we are triggered, get defensive, and stop listening. These skills are also helpful for adolescents and parents. I have worked in the Montrose area for 30 years. I welcome LGBT clients. I describe myself as a welcoming and interactive facilitator and therapist.