LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 92833
Korean-American couples and families (especially those with 2nd generation Korean-American children), children and adolescents, pre-marital counseling, parenting, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, obssesion, sexual identity issues including gay, lesbian, & bisexual orientations, eating disorders, self-mutilation, sexual abuse, gambling, shop lifting, & drug abuse.
I am a 1st generation Korean-American therapist who is fluent in both English and Korean. I am very familiar with the issues that divide 1st and 2nd generation Korean-Americans. Additionally, as an MFT professor I teach a graduate-level counseling course at a local university and supervise interns who are working towards becoming eligible to take their licensing examination. Specifically, I would like to serve as a mediator between 1st and 2nd generation Korean-Americans, catering to the unique generational differences they face so that their families may live together happily. My specialties are as follows:
Korean-American couples and families (especially those with 2nd generation Korean-American children), children and adolescents, pre-marital counseling, parenting, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, obssesion, sexual identity issues including gay, lesbian, & bisexual orientations, eating disorders, self-mutilation, sexual abuse, gambling, shop lifting, & drug abuse.
I am a 1st generation Korean-American therapist who is fluent in both English and Korean. I am very familiar with the issues that divide 1st and 2nd generation Korean-Americans. Additionally, as an MFT professor I teach a graduate-level counseling course at a local university and supervise interns who are working towards becoming eligible to take their licensing examination. Specifically, I would like to serve as a mediator between 1st and 2nd generation Korean-Americans, catering to the unique generational differences they face so that their families may live together happily. My specialties are as follows:
Phillip Guttmann, LCSW, has been a therapist for 13 years and has worked with a wide array of people. He believes change is possible, particularly in a supportive environment where a trusting dynamic between therapist and client can be achieved. Phillip specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, panic disorder, depression, complex trauma, loss, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, and more. I try to meet each client where they are at and set my tone and style based on what intuitively feels best. In other words, our dynamic will be unique and adjusted to your preferences and comfort level.
Phillip Guttmann, LCSW, has been a therapist for 13 years and has worked with a wide array of people. He believes change is possible, particularly in a supportive environment where a trusting dynamic between therapist and client can be achieved. Phillip specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, panic disorder, depression, complex trauma, loss, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, and more. I try to meet each client where they are at and set my tone and style based on what intuitively feels best. In other words, our dynamic will be unique and adjusted to your preferences and comfort level.
Roya Dedeaux
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fullerton, CA 92833 (Online Only)
***I have openings for new clients*** I have always been interested in working with people who don't quite feel like they "fit the mold." I particularly enjoy working with parents and their kids - esp. homeschoolers and folks with ADHD! I use play with purpose to help facilitate communication, awareness, and the therapeutic process. I use a lot of art, crafts & writing to help people express themselves. You will not find a one-size-fits-all approach here, instead we will work together to find an individualized approach that helps empower everyone involved and help you meet your goals! I am telehealth only right now.
***I have openings for new clients*** I have always been interested in working with people who don't quite feel like they "fit the mold." I particularly enjoy working with parents and their kids - esp. homeschoolers and folks with ADHD! I use play with purpose to help facilitate communication, awareness, and the therapeutic process. I use a lot of art, crafts & writing to help people express themselves. You will not find a one-size-fits-all approach here, instead we will work together to find an individualized approach that helps empower everyone involved and help you meet your goals! I am telehealth only right now.
Hi, my name is Rachel Drabecki, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (128153). My approach to therapy is generally very client-centered and collaborative, and I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. As a mainly client-centered and humanistic therapist, I find it helpful to focus on the present. I strive to meet you where you are and to gain a deep understand you. I also often employ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you move through your feelings and circumstances, rather than working around or avoiding them.
Hi, my name is Rachel Drabecki, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (128153). My approach to therapy is generally very client-centered and collaborative, and I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. As a mainly client-centered and humanistic therapist, I find it helpful to focus on the present. I strive to meet you where you are and to gain a deep understand you. I also often employ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you move through your feelings and circumstances, rather than working around or avoiding them.
Dr. Jessica Vartanyan
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fullerton, CA 92833 (Online Only)
My clients are the type to do things perfectly, yet their best never feels good enough. They often find themselves grappling with anxiety in trying to make the “right” decision in many aspects of their life. My clients also easily care for others yet often forget to care for themselves. Life can feel daunting when you carry the weight of the world and push your needs aside. But it doesn't have to be this way. By working together, you can learn to let go of your inner critic and self doubt, and find a healthy view of self. If this sounds like the change you're looking for, I look forward to supporting you. www.jessicavtherapy.com.
My clients are the type to do things perfectly, yet their best never feels good enough. They often find themselves grappling with anxiety in trying to make the “right” decision in many aspects of their life. My clients also easily care for others yet often forget to care for themselves. Life can feel daunting when you carry the weight of the world and push your needs aside. But it doesn't have to be this way. By working together, you can learn to let go of your inner critic and self doubt, and find a healthy view of self. If this sounds like the change you're looking for, I look forward to supporting you. www.jessicavtherapy.com.
I, Lori Shnorhokian 83954, provide a safe environment and compassionate, non-judgmental counseling to help you explore the personal and relationship challenges you are facing and begin working toward lasting solutions. By fostering an interactive and collaborative setting during our sessions, I can help you feel comfortable taking an active role in engaging and addressing the difficult symptoms, thoughts, and emotions you are dealing with.
I, Lori Shnorhokian 83954, provide a safe environment and compassionate, non-judgmental counseling to help you explore the personal and relationship challenges you are facing and begin working toward lasting solutions. By fostering an interactive and collaborative setting during our sessions, I can help you feel comfortable taking an active role in engaging and addressing the difficult symptoms, thoughts, and emotions you are dealing with.
Hi, my name is Mary Rios, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I would like to work with and support you, as we work together to problem solve and process issues that are stopping you from being the best person you strive to be. Let’s work together to achieve your goals. I work well with adults. I have extensive experience with major depression as well as bipolar disorders. Interpersonal issues and relationship problems such as communication and self-care are important to me.
Hi, my name is Mary Rios, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I would like to work with and support you, as we work together to problem solve and process issues that are stopping you from being the best person you strive to be. Let’s work together to achieve your goals. I work well with adults. I have extensive experience with major depression as well as bipolar disorders. Interpersonal issues and relationship problems such as communication and self-care are important to me.
I offer a combination of EMDR therapy, Internal Family Systems, and LENS Neurofeedback. Advancements in research state that targeting relevant stressful memories or life experiences, understanding the multifaceted aspects of a person's personality, and incorporating neuropsychological factors that influence someone's vulnerability is the most effective way of healing symptoms. I have the advanced training and experience that can give you what we recently learned classic therapeutic modalities lack. Your needs are a priority and together, you no longer have to suffer from the symptoms that block you from the empowerment you deserve!
I offer a combination of EMDR therapy, Internal Family Systems, and LENS Neurofeedback. Advancements in research state that targeting relevant stressful memories or life experiences, understanding the multifaceted aspects of a person's personality, and incorporating neuropsychological factors that influence someone's vulnerability is the most effective way of healing symptoms. I have the advanced training and experience that can give you what we recently learned classic therapeutic modalities lack. Your needs are a priority and together, you no longer have to suffer from the symptoms that block you from the empowerment you deserve!
I have over 20 years experience as a Licensed Psychologist in private practice currently in Orange, specializing in treating complex trauma, abuse and PTSD, as well as depression, anxiety, grief/loss and life transition issues. I am a Gestalt practitioner and work with experiential and existential approaches with influences of Jungian and intersubjective relational theory. I incorporate art and imagery in creative healing work with adults, adolescents and children, including those living with Asperger's. I am passionate in exploring the unique and extraordinary qualities hidden within my clients, and guiding them toward a life of fascination curiosity and excitement.
I have over 20 years experience as a Licensed Psychologist in private practice currently in Orange, specializing in treating complex trauma, abuse and PTSD, as well as depression, anxiety, grief/loss and life transition issues. I am a Gestalt practitioner and work with experiential and existential approaches with influences of Jungian and intersubjective relational theory. I incorporate art and imagery in creative healing work with adults, adolescents and children, including those living with Asperger's. I am passionate in exploring the unique and extraordinary qualities hidden within my clients, and guiding them toward a life of fascination curiosity and excitement.
Are you looking to enhance your healing process? Are you ready for tangible change? Here at The Connection, we promote healing through therapy and motion. We're here to guide and provide support as you work toward balancing your physical and mental selves and to learn to slow down. We treat a large variety of presenting concerns in different modalities such as trauma informed yoga therapy, walk therapy, EMDR, traditional talk therapy in various settings, play therapy and individual/personalized yoga sessions. We provide a safe and inviting environment to promote the therapeutic trust and connection.
Are you looking to enhance your healing process? Are you ready for tangible change? Here at The Connection, we promote healing through therapy and motion. We're here to guide and provide support as you work toward balancing your physical and mental selves and to learn to slow down. We treat a large variety of presenting concerns in different modalities such as trauma informed yoga therapy, walk therapy, EMDR, traditional talk therapy in various settings, play therapy and individual/personalized yoga sessions. We provide a safe and inviting environment to promote the therapeutic trust and connection.
Yuki Frazier Lmft Emdr Certified
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fullerton, CA 92833 (Online Only)
Finding the right therapist can be confusing, frustrating and at times frightening. I encourage you to interview various therapists until you find the one therapist you feel most comfortable with. My mission is to help you empower yourself by uncovering past traumas that block your ability to live a quality life. Every issue will be handled with sensitivity, respect and professionalism. I have over 15 years of experience treating clients suffering from depression, anxieties, PTSD, family and marital issues, addiction, physically & sexually abused victims and various trauma victims.
Finding the right therapist can be confusing, frustrating and at times frightening. I encourage you to interview various therapists until you find the one therapist you feel most comfortable with. My mission is to help you empower yourself by uncovering past traumas that block your ability to live a quality life. Every issue will be handled with sensitivity, respect and professionalism. I have over 15 years of experience treating clients suffering from depression, anxieties, PTSD, family and marital issues, addiction, physically & sexually abused victims and various trauma victims.
Frances Schivley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fullerton, CA 92833 (Online Only)
Welcome, and I sincerely appreciate your courage to seek support. Do you find difficulty in dealing with a particular relationship at this time? Maybe it seems like the sadness, distress, or anger we deal with feels overwhelming. The good news is, there is no better time than now to mend, restore our relationships and work through our hurt. I hope to journey with you to make strides toward healing and connection with those important relationships in your life, while working toward better emotional health.
Welcome, and I sincerely appreciate your courage to seek support. Do you find difficulty in dealing with a particular relationship at this time? Maybe it seems like the sadness, distress, or anger we deal with feels overwhelming. The good news is, there is no better time than now to mend, restore our relationships and work through our hurt. I hope to journey with you to make strides toward healing and connection with those important relationships in your life, while working toward better emotional health.
Monica Travaglia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fullerton, CA 92833
Are you feeling sad, depressed, anxious or currently having difficulty making a life transition? Are you being challenged by difficult and stuck relationships? In an atmosphere of non-judgment and acceptance my role is to provide a safe place for you to explore and grow. I work with clients by increasing awareness and healing and expanding your perspective about your situation and offering hope. We can explore positive coping strategies in a supportive environment. I’m passionate about working with clients & finding creative solutions. Let’s work together to achieve your personal happiness. I look forward to speaking with you!.
Are you feeling sad, depressed, anxious or currently having difficulty making a life transition? Are you being challenged by difficult and stuck relationships? In an atmosphere of non-judgment and acceptance my role is to provide a safe place for you to explore and grow. I work with clients by increasing awareness and healing and expanding your perspective about your situation and offering hope. We can explore positive coping strategies in a supportive environment. I’m passionate about working with clients & finding creative solutions. Let’s work together to achieve your personal happiness. I look forward to speaking with you!.
Jennifer Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fullerton, CA 92833 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Jennifer D. Jones, with 30 years in mental health and over 6 years of experience as a California-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I have a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, MA, and also a Master’s in Social Work (MSW). I offer a relational and empathetic approach. Specializing in diverse mental health concerns, my eclectic style incorporates cognitive-behavioral techniques, other therapeutic modalities, and personalized strategies. I come from a supportive, compassionate focused therapeutic approach.
Hi, my name is Jennifer D. Jones, with 30 years in mental health and over 6 years of experience as a California-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I have a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, MA, and also a Master’s in Social Work (MSW). I offer a relational and empathetic approach. Specializing in diverse mental health concerns, my eclectic style incorporates cognitive-behavioral techniques, other therapeutic modalities, and personalized strategies. I come from a supportive, compassionate focused therapeutic approach.
Welcome! My name is Ebony Harris, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. As a therapist, it is a privilege to walk alongside my clients on their unique journey to overcome barriers that are preventing them from living their full potential. I am passionate about empowering my clients to heal and live authentically. "One chapter doesn't tell the full story." Let's continue writing your story!
Welcome! My name is Ebony Harris, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. As a therapist, it is a privilege to walk alongside my clients on their unique journey to overcome barriers that are preventing them from living their full potential. I am passionate about empowering my clients to heal and live authentically. "One chapter doesn't tell the full story." Let's continue writing your story!
Hello, I am glad you are seeking support during this time. I see therapy as an honor to be a guest in your life and hope that we can share stories of resilience and strengths to help guide you to where you want to be in your life.
Hello, I am glad you are seeking support during this time. I see therapy as an honor to be a guest in your life and hope that we can share stories of resilience and strengths to help guide you to where you want to be in your life.
My name is Jonathan Gomez LMFT 135094. My Specialty areas include Depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, childhood trauma and past trauma, grief and loss, parenting issues, anger management and life transitions. My therapy approaches are mainly Gestalt although I was also trained in psychodynamic and trauma informed care. I Work with adults and teenagers. Bilingual: Spanish. I typically work with Adults and teenagers. I love seeing the change in the client. Once change happens, it is like a whirlwind. That drives me to continue to do this work.
My name is Jonathan Gomez LMFT 135094. My Specialty areas include Depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, childhood trauma and past trauma, grief and loss, parenting issues, anger management and life transitions. My therapy approaches are mainly Gestalt although I was also trained in psychodynamic and trauma informed care. I Work with adults and teenagers. Bilingual: Spanish. I typically work with Adults and teenagers. I love seeing the change in the client. Once change happens, it is like a whirlwind. That drives me to continue to do this work.
Jessica Hernandez
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fullerton, CA 92833 (Online Only)
When was the last time you really thought about your life, your story? If you have lost yourself in the busyness of life and are exhausted from playing a role, If you lost sense of who you really are or are not enjoying life and relationships the way you want to, I can help. I am a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT 118127) and Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC 7571) and I provide counseling to teens, adults, families, and couples. My approach to counseling is a humanistic one that helps you gain awareness of patterns that are no longer suiting you.
When was the last time you really thought about your life, your story? If you have lost yourself in the busyness of life and are exhausted from playing a role, If you lost sense of who you really are or are not enjoying life and relationships the way you want to, I can help. I am a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT 118127) and Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC 7571) and I provide counseling to teens, adults, families, and couples. My approach to counseling is a humanistic one that helps you gain awareness of patterns that are no longer suiting you.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.