LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 92801
![Photo of Nicki Bywater, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/88c6c4f7-d481-448c-bdca-f52876d51cab/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! I'm Nicki Bywater, LMFT 39487 (CA). I work with adults and older teens. I tailor my approach toward what works best for you! I'd be happy to work with you in online therapy in the near future. I enjoy working with all types of ages and genders, both male, female, LGBTQI, and Veterans. I prefer ages 13-Seniors and usually work with individuals and include caregivers when treating minors. I have spent over twenty years treating anxiety, depression, trauma, adoption and foster care, grief and loss, relationship, and gender issues.
Welcome! I'm Nicki Bywater, LMFT 39487 (CA). I work with adults and older teens. I tailor my approach toward what works best for you! I'd be happy to work with you in online therapy in the near future. I enjoy working with all types of ages and genders, both male, female, LGBTQI, and Veterans. I prefer ages 13-Seniors and usually work with individuals and include caregivers when treating minors. I have spent over twenty years treating anxiety, depression, trauma, adoption and foster care, grief and loss, relationship, and gender issues.
![Photo of Max Zachai, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c2b4485d-877e-4ec9-893e-665f3717e212/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Max Anne Zachai, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Chico, CA, and working with clients throughout California via Telehealth. I have over four years of experience as a therapist at a domestic and sexual violence agency, serving clients from diverse backgrounds with high levels of trauma and crisis. In my private practice, I work with adults and teens (12 and up) on a broad range of presenting concerns. I believe in a collaborative approach, working with each client to develop a therapeutic style to meet their unique needs.
My name is Max Anne Zachai, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Chico, CA, and working with clients throughout California via Telehealth. I have over four years of experience as a therapist at a domestic and sexual violence agency, serving clients from diverse backgrounds with high levels of trauma and crisis. In my private practice, I work with adults and teens (12 and up) on a broad range of presenting concerns. I believe in a collaborative approach, working with each client to develop a therapeutic style to meet their unique needs.
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Jasmine Marie Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
Ready for a change? Want to get ways to be empowered and take charge of your life? If you answer yes to these questions then I am a good fit for you. You can take a look at my personal page jasmineadamslcsw.net and find more about my specialties. I am certified in the much sought after EMDR Therapy. I am committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and therapeutic environment, where you will find yourself being able to examine and understand yourself better.
Ready for a change? Want to get ways to be empowered and take charge of your life? If you answer yes to these questions then I am a good fit for you. You can take a look at my personal page jasmineadamslcsw.net and find more about my specialties. I am certified in the much sought after EMDR Therapy. I am committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and therapeutic environment, where you will find yourself being able to examine and understand yourself better.
![Photo of Judy Lynn Speak, RN, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/423a4819-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Soren Kierkegaard, the Danish philosopher, said "Be that self which one truly is" If we are to "be that self", we must embrace our own life. I believe that by giving people the tools to do this and learning how to use those tools is what therapy is about.
Soren Kierkegaard, the Danish philosopher, said "Be that self which one truly is" If we are to "be that self", we must embrace our own life. I believe that by giving people the tools to do this and learning how to use those tools is what therapy is about.
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I believe in being open and interactive in my sessions to establish a real relationship with each person. With a genuine back and forth in a relationship I am better able to assess where people are going wrong in their own relationships. I will provide you with practical and usable tools. I am not here to simply listen in each session. People seek guidance to instigate change and my purpose in the lives of my patients is to effect that change. I specialize in helping people through the process of leaving toxic relationships.
I believe in being open and interactive in my sessions to establish a real relationship with each person. With a genuine back and forth in a relationship I am better able to assess where people are going wrong in their own relationships. I will provide you with practical and usable tools. I am not here to simply listen in each session. People seek guidance to instigate change and my purpose in the lives of my patients is to effect that change. I specialize in helping people through the process of leaving toxic relationships.
![Photo of Valerie Foster-Young, PsyD, LMFT, DAAETS, BCETS, CEMDR, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cc09563-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Valerie Foster-Young
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, DAAETS, BCETS, CEMDR
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801 (Online Only)
Congratulations for having the courage to take the first step toward your healing, transcendence and transformation! Sometimes life isn't fair, or its confusing, or worse, hurtful and traumatizing. Whether the source of your distress originates from early experiences, heredity influences or traumatic events, it can set in motion patterns to which one can be blind but painfully affected. I would be honored to coach, guide, educate and accompany you on your healing path as you identify the sources of distress, process through traumatic experiences or strategize and implement more effective ways of being.
Congratulations for having the courage to take the first step toward your healing, transcendence and transformation! Sometimes life isn't fair, or its confusing, or worse, hurtful and traumatizing. Whether the source of your distress originates from early experiences, heredity influences or traumatic events, it can set in motion patterns to which one can be blind but painfully affected. I would be honored to coach, guide, educate and accompany you on your healing path as you identify the sources of distress, process through traumatic experiences or strategize and implement more effective ways of being.
![Photo of Mary E Madracki, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b2cba1d5-b9d7-4c3b-8504-046226deeeab/3/320x400.jpeg)
Therapy can help you overcome challenges such as addressing negative feelings, making behavioral change, managing a transition, or dealing with grief, loss, and trauma. Therapy is also a great place to learn about strengthening relationships, setting goals, and challenging yourself to be the person you want to be. I have been working with and advocating for individuals, children, and families since 2005. I welcome all clients, but found my techniques to be particularly helpful in working with anxiety, depression, life transition, trauma history, PTSD, grief or loss, and couple & family dynamic issues.
Therapy can help you overcome challenges such as addressing negative feelings, making behavioral change, managing a transition, or dealing with grief, loss, and trauma. Therapy is also a great place to learn about strengthening relationships, setting goals, and challenging yourself to be the person you want to be. I have been working with and advocating for individuals, children, and families since 2005. I welcome all clients, but found my techniques to be particularly helpful in working with anxiety, depression, life transition, trauma history, PTSD, grief or loss, and couple & family dynamic issues.
![Photo of Sharon Kiel, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c21c879-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
How on earth do you choose from all these therapists? We must all start to sound alike! I recommend you call at least 3-5 of us, or email even more, and trust your gut feeling. It's important to help you feel emotionally safe with me, in order to share your struggles, so that you don't have to carry them alone anymore. I strive to help you get to the root of your pain, in order to heal it, rather than put a band aid on it. Many people seem to believe that they will have to carry the effects of prior trauma forever. I want you to know that is not the case. You CAN heal.
How on earth do you choose from all these therapists? We must all start to sound alike! I recommend you call at least 3-5 of us, or email even more, and trust your gut feeling. It's important to help you feel emotionally safe with me, in order to share your struggles, so that you don't have to carry them alone anymore. I strive to help you get to the root of your pain, in order to heal it, rather than put a band aid on it. Many people seem to believe that they will have to carry the effects of prior trauma forever. I want you to know that is not the case. You CAN heal.
![Photo of Theresa Tapia, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f63cd68-91cc-4205-be20-48245118675a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Theresa Tapia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801 (Online Only)
Unfortunately, life has many obstacles and challenges leading to feelings of sadness, pain, confusion, and anger. Often individuals and couples feel stuck and don't know how to move forward. This time can feel very lonely and scary. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental environment to process thoughts and feelings, as well as guide you in developing insight and identifying skills to help you live a happier and healthier life. I am committed in helping you heal and grow.
Unfortunately, life has many obstacles and challenges leading to feelings of sadness, pain, confusion, and anger. Often individuals and couples feel stuck and don't know how to move forward. This time can feel very lonely and scary. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental environment to process thoughts and feelings, as well as guide you in developing insight and identifying skills to help you live a happier and healthier life. I am committed in helping you heal and grow.
![Photo of Silva, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5332a721-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Family relationships aren't easy, especially with adolescents or spouses. I have more than 7 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults by helping them improve their relationship with their parents, friends, and those that surround them. I also help them with individual issues such as ADHD, depression, and trauma. Sometimes we feel lonely or desperate and hesitate to ask for help. Take the first step towards a better quality of life and get help. Call, text or e-mail me.
Family relationships aren't easy, especially with adolescents or spouses. I have more than 7 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults by helping them improve their relationship with their parents, friends, and those that surround them. I also help them with individual issues such as ADHD, depression, and trauma. Sometimes we feel lonely or desperate and hesitate to ask for help. Take the first step towards a better quality of life and get help. Call, text or e-mail me.
![Photo of Kim Vander Dussen, PsyD, RPT-S, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/47df46f6-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
The decision to find a therapist for your child or adolescent is fraught with anxiety. Parents are taking a risk in choosing to share their children and their vulnerabilities with me. In my work I have the utmost respect for this decision and appreciate how challenging it is. So often you worry about what you did wrong or feel powerless to help. You may feel like you've tried everything or that you've failed. You may blame yourself or feel like you are failing your child in some way, or like you just need someone who can help.
The decision to find a therapist for your child or adolescent is fraught with anxiety. Parents are taking a risk in choosing to share their children and their vulnerabilities with me. In my work I have the utmost respect for this decision and appreciate how challenging it is. So often you worry about what you did wrong or feel powerless to help. You may feel like you've tried everything or that you've failed. You may blame yourself or feel like you are failing your child in some way, or like you just need someone who can help.
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Carolyn Noble-Loder
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
Waitlist for new clients
In today’s stressful competitive culture, life's challenges can be difficult to handle. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with career disappointments, relationships issues, financial problems, depression, social media pressure, worry, fear or anxiety. I am committed to helping you reveal unhelpful emotional patterns, to become healthier, happier and have a more successful lifestyle. It is my mission to provide you with quality professional counseling in a safe, non-judgmental, comfortable and confidential environment.
In today’s stressful competitive culture, life's challenges can be difficult to handle. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with career disappointments, relationships issues, financial problems, depression, social media pressure, worry, fear or anxiety. I am committed to helping you reveal unhelpful emotional patterns, to become healthier, happier and have a more successful lifestyle. It is my mission to provide you with quality professional counseling in a safe, non-judgmental, comfortable and confidential environment.
![Photo of Sandy L. Kaufmann, LMFT, CAS, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/50a9afdf-2e56-480b-8b8b-98cb7bab2a41/1/320x400.jpeg)
Treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, and specialize in the field of addiction. Over 35 continuous years working with drug, alcohol, sex, and love addiction. Trained in Emotional Transformation Therapy, "ETT" (ETT Addiction Certified) my clients receive rapid removal of symptoms and addictive cravings in many cases. With this exciting new cutting edge therapy, people are removing distressing symptoms that they have unsuccessfully attempted to remove for many years, in only minutes to a few sessions. I also use Gestalt Therapy for healing and teach my clients tools to use at home. I am also trained in EMDR since the early 90's.
Treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, and specialize in the field of addiction. Over 35 continuous years working with drug, alcohol, sex, and love addiction. Trained in Emotional Transformation Therapy, "ETT" (ETT Addiction Certified) my clients receive rapid removal of symptoms and addictive cravings in many cases. With this exciting new cutting edge therapy, people are removing distressing symptoms that they have unsuccessfully attempted to remove for many years, in only minutes to a few sessions. I also use Gestalt Therapy for healing and teach my clients tools to use at home. I am also trained in EMDR since the early 90's.
![Photo of Shannon Kilgore, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/694df06a-188b-439c-8072-582e194e10b4/2/320x400.jpeg)
In person available........ Find the happiness you deserve: Holistic and mindfulness based approach. My specialties are; finding yourself again, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-harm, addiction, trauma, life transitions, and abuse (domestic, childhood & sexual). Find a new perspective of life. My goal is to provide you a safe and confidential space to help you learn coping skills to utilize in moments of stress helping you manage life easier. Also, helping people find ways to reduce the effects of stress, anxiety, depression and other issues that plague us on a daily basis.
In person available........ Find the happiness you deserve: Holistic and mindfulness based approach. My specialties are; finding yourself again, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-harm, addiction, trauma, life transitions, and abuse (domestic, childhood & sexual). Find a new perspective of life. My goal is to provide you a safe and confidential space to help you learn coping skills to utilize in moments of stress helping you manage life easier. Also, helping people find ways to reduce the effects of stress, anxiety, depression and other issues that plague us on a daily basis.
![Photo of Genesis Montealegre, MS, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9304b0cf-67cf-43c2-bc7f-a8d27115e259/2/320x400.jpeg)
Genesis Montealegre
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself running on empty with not enough energy to show up for yourself? Do you feel like a stranger in your own body? Maybe you look in the mirror and hate what you see or are overwhelmed by all the responsibilities of being the perfect mom/dad, daughter, sister/brother, employee, or partner. Wherever you are on your journey, you do not have to do it alone. I am here to help empower, encourage, and support you in your discovery of your inner strengths. Individual therapy can help rebuild your connection with yourself and your purpose.
Do you find yourself running on empty with not enough energy to show up for yourself? Do you feel like a stranger in your own body? Maybe you look in the mirror and hate what you see or are overwhelmed by all the responsibilities of being the perfect mom/dad, daughter, sister/brother, employee, or partner. Wherever you are on your journey, you do not have to do it alone. I am here to help empower, encourage, and support you in your discovery of your inner strengths. Individual therapy can help rebuild your connection with yourself and your purpose.
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Sairah Abbasi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801 (Online Only)
: : Currently Accepting New Clients : : Seeking support for your current hardships or past experiences takes courage and strength. Therapy is an excellent way to process life's hardships through establishing personalized tools for change and empowerment of the self. My goal is to support you within your healing journey through a safe, comfortable and open space to explore such hardships. I use a collaborative approach to establish goals for change and personal growth. Whether that may be improving your self-worth, managing stress, regulating emotions, improving your relationships or finding respite, this is your space.
: : Currently Accepting New Clients : : Seeking support for your current hardships or past experiences takes courage and strength. Therapy is an excellent way to process life's hardships through establishing personalized tools for change and empowerment of the self. My goal is to support you within your healing journey through a safe, comfortable and open space to explore such hardships. I use a collaborative approach to establish goals for change and personal growth. Whether that may be improving your self-worth, managing stress, regulating emotions, improving your relationships or finding respite, this is your space.
![Photo of Patricia Anderson - Bridges Therapy Group of CA, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, APCC, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1517c729-eb67-479c-bdc5-c82f74b6f7a0/2/320x400.jpeg)
Bridges Therapy Group of CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801 (Online Only)
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or simply seeking personal growth, our dedicated team of over 50 experienced and compassionate mental health professionals is here to guide and support you on your path toward healing and happiness. Our practice uses a fully virtual model to offer affordable, accessible and effective mental health care for individuals across the state of California.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or simply seeking personal growth, our dedicated team of over 50 experienced and compassionate mental health professionals is here to guide and support you on your path toward healing and happiness. Our practice uses a fully virtual model to offer affordable, accessible and effective mental health care for individuals across the state of California.
![Photo of Hira Khalid, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/050a577c-869c-4dab-9b92-814e947c353c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Growing up, I have realized that there is a lack of communication, representation, and awareness of the importance of mental health in many Middle-Eastern, Latinx, and Asian households. This leads to many individuals in those cultures becoming oppressed throughout their whole life and experiencing many untreated phases of depression and anxiety without having the opportunity to be heard.
Growing up, I have realized that there is a lack of communication, representation, and awareness of the importance of mental health in many Middle-Eastern, Latinx, and Asian households. This leads to many individuals in those cultures becoming oppressed throughout their whole life and experiencing many untreated phases of depression and anxiety without having the opportunity to be heard.
![Photo of Maria Favela, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/73ab6cc4-a540-4046-be76-50b8be851546/2/320x400.jpeg)
Maria Favela
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
She has extensive clinical experience assisting clients with depression and anxiety, imposter syndrom, life transitions and family dynamics.
Maria Favela-Castro, is a bilingual Spanish-speaking, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, supervised by Dr. Clara Aparicio, Psy.D. PSY28302. Ms. Favela-Castro received her Master degree from National University in Counseling Psychology and her Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University, San Bernardino in Sociology. For the last 10years, Ms. Favela-Castro has gained experience in non-profit agencies assisting children, women, and their families.
She has extensive clinical experience assisting clients with depression and anxiety, imposter syndrom, life transitions and family dynamics.
Maria Favela-Castro, is a bilingual Spanish-speaking, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, supervised by Dr. Clara Aparicio, Psy.D. PSY28302. Ms. Favela-Castro received her Master degree from National University in Counseling Psychology and her Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University, San Bernardino in Sociology. For the last 10years, Ms. Favela-Castro has gained experience in non-profit agencies assisting children, women, and their families.
![Photo of Elle Hennessee, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fa59ce46-6d79-41e3-832b-125cc30f5569/2/320x400.jpeg)
Elle Hennessee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy of Latinos/as. My approach to therapy is collaborative and genuine.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy of Latinos/as. My approach to therapy is collaborative and genuine.