LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 92868
I have most recently worked with the LGBT+ community as I have spent most of my time working with people who live with HIV/AIDS.
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my degree and training from Loma Linda University. I hold a a masters and a doctorate in the field. I have 4 years of experience, all of which have been dedicated to working with people who live with chronic medical conditions. Physical health impacts mental and emotional health as well as family functioning and relationships and I have worked with people from a family systems approach, as well as a biopsychosocial and attachment approach to help create healing.
I have most recently worked with the LGBT+ community as I have spent most of my time working with people who live with HIV/AIDS.
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my degree and training from Loma Linda University. I hold a a masters and a doctorate in the field. I have 4 years of experience, all of which have been dedicated to working with people who live with chronic medical conditions. Physical health impacts mental and emotional health as well as family functioning and relationships and I have worked with people from a family systems approach, as well as a biopsychosocial and attachment approach to help create healing.
I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community and advocating for increased access to mental health support for traditionally marginalized communities.
I have 10+ years of experience as a therapist and advocate in community mental health and non-profit settings. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive Therapy, and Psychotherapy for issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community and advocating for increased access to mental health support for traditionally marginalized communities.
I have 10+ years of experience as a therapist and advocate in community mental health and non-profit settings. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive Therapy, and Psychotherapy for issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
Leonidas Gkimisis
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
As an LGBTQ-friendly psychotherapist with a diverse client base, my ideal client seeks growth amidst life transitions, emotional challenges, or relationship issues. They need an inclusive, understanding space for self-discovery and acceptance, and strategies for resilience. They aim for emotional stability, authentic self-expression, and improved relationships. My clients want to feel seen, live authentically, and build a supportive network. I guide them towards these goals with empathy and expertise.
As an LGBTQ-friendly psychotherapist with a diverse client base, my ideal client seeks growth amidst life transitions, emotional challenges, or relationship issues. They need an inclusive, understanding space for self-discovery and acceptance, and strategies for resilience. They aim for emotional stability, authentic self-expression, and improved relationships. My clients want to feel seen, live authentically, and build a supportive network. I guide them towards these goals with empathy and expertise.
Hi, I'm Celina. We all face things in our lives that can be overwhelming. Whether we are challenged with traumas from our past or dealing with stressors of today, our stories matter. The good news is that we don’t have to face this alone. Taking this step isn't always easy, but it's worth it. I have dedicated many years to giving back to my community and have worked in a variety of settings which has allowed me to serve a diverse population. During my career, I have been honored to support the LGBT community, work as a therapist in a community clinic, and provide support to those experiencing tragedy as 911 crisis counselor.
Hi, I'm Celina. We all face things in our lives that can be overwhelming. Whether we are challenged with traumas from our past or dealing with stressors of today, our stories matter. The good news is that we don’t have to face this alone. Taking this step isn't always easy, but it's worth it. I have dedicated many years to giving back to my community and have worked in a variety of settings which has allowed me to serve a diverse population. During my career, I have been honored to support the LGBT community, work as a therapist in a community clinic, and provide support to those experiencing tragedy as 911 crisis counselor.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 8 years of experience. I have extensive experience working with the LGBT+ community, and more specifically substance use and identity issues for clients identifying with that community.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 8 years of experience. I have extensive experience working with the LGBT+ community, and more specifically substance use and identity issues for clients identifying with that community.
I'm a BIPoc therapist who specializes in working with Children/ Teens/ Young Adults/ Families, Neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, Giftedness, Learning Disorders), and LGBTQIA+ identified or questioning.
Are you struggling with navigating the complexities of today's world? Or perhaps you just want to understand yourself better? Therapy is a safe and confidential space for you to explore.
I'm a BIPoc therapist who specializes in working with Children/ Teens/ Young Adults/ Families, Neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, Giftedness, Learning Disorders), and LGBTQIA+ identified or questioning.
Are you struggling with navigating the complexities of today's world? Or perhaps you just want to understand yourself better? Therapy is a safe and confidential space for you to explore.
Hello, I am Dr. Andy Davis. I have been involved in the mental health field for more than 15 years, 10 years of which I've practiced as a licensed psychologist both in the U.S. Air Force and in private practice. I have a varied experience helping those with depression, PTSD, anxiety and stress, grief, personality disorders, and LGBTQ+ issues. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can discuss and work through any issues they feel are important.
Hello, I am Dr. Andy Davis. I have been involved in the mental health field for more than 15 years, 10 years of which I've practiced as a licensed psychologist both in the U.S. Air Force and in private practice. I have a varied experience helping those with depression, PTSD, anxiety and stress, grief, personality disorders, and LGBTQ+ issues. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can discuss and work through any issues they feel are important.
I specialize in young adult issues, especially, life transitions, ADHD, LGBT concerns, ENM/CNM/polyamorous and kinky relationships. I believe in treating underlying causes and improving symptoms rather than labeling them. I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help clients achieve their personal goals. I tailor my approach to suit each client's needs and involve clients in each step of the process. I am confident that I can help you navigate any difficult life transition, interpersonal conflict, personal challenge, and/or mental health-related situation that you are facing and encourage you to reach out.
I specialize in young adult issues, especially, life transitions, ADHD, LGBT concerns, ENM/CNM/polyamorous and kinky relationships. I believe in treating underlying causes and improving symptoms rather than labeling them. I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help clients achieve their personal goals. I tailor my approach to suit each client's needs and involve clients in each step of the process. I am confident that I can help you navigate any difficult life transition, interpersonal conflict, personal challenge, and/or mental health-related situation that you are facing and encourage you to reach out.
While he has extensive experience with individuals from the LGBTQ+ communities, he works with and welcomes all.
Ryan Morgan, Psy. D. is a licensed psychologist who has been practicing since 2002. He graduated from the California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles with a doctorate degree in clinical psychology. Ryan believes working together, with compassion and understanding, provides a professional and safe environment without fear of judgment or stereotype. His therapeutic approach draws from a variety of techniques in order to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. He enjoys forming genuine connections with others, helping them through their process, and learning from them along the way.
While he has extensive experience with individuals from the LGBTQ+ communities, he works with and welcomes all.
Ryan Morgan, Psy. D. is a licensed psychologist who has been practicing since 2002. He graduated from the California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles with a doctorate degree in clinical psychology. Ryan believes working together, with compassion and understanding, provides a professional and safe environment without fear of judgment or stereotype. His therapeutic approach draws from a variety of techniques in order to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. He enjoys forming genuine connections with others, helping them through their process, and learning from them along the way.
Kelly L Hyde
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, PhD
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
My areas of expertise include of trauma-present day and developmental, PTSD, mood disorders, LGBTQ, relationship issues, family functioning, stress and grief, although I've worked in other areas of mental health as well.
I have over 17 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adults, couples, and adolescents. I started my career at John's Hopkins Hospital working as a clinician in the Departments of Psychology and Psychiatry. I’ve also worked on interdisciplinary clinical mental health teams in schools, treatment centers and in private practice.
My areas of expertise include of trauma-present day and developmental, PTSD, mood disorders, LGBTQ, relationship issues, family functioning, stress and grief, although I've worked in other areas of mental health as well.
I have over 17 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adults, couples, and adolescents. I started my career at John's Hopkins Hospital working as a clinician in the Departments of Psychology and Psychiatry. I’ve also worked on interdisciplinary clinical mental health teams in schools, treatment centers and in private practice.
Bren Benoit
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
It is a radical act to pursue health, liberation, and self-acceptance in a world that too often seeks to dehumanize and control us. My intention is for therapy to be a refuge from that pressure and trauma, where you can explore who you want to be and how you want to live your life. Everyone has unique needs, strengths, and values, so my therapeutic approach is always as collaborative and egalitarian as possible. As a member of the transgender community, I am particularly experienced in issues relating to LGBTQ+ identity, relationships, and discrimination.
It is a radical act to pursue health, liberation, and self-acceptance in a world that too often seeks to dehumanize and control us. My intention is for therapy to be a refuge from that pressure and trauma, where you can explore who you want to be and how you want to live your life. Everyone has unique needs, strengths, and values, so my therapeutic approach is always as collaborative and egalitarian as possible. As a member of the transgender community, I am particularly experienced in issues relating to LGBTQ+ identity, relationships, and discrimination.
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Let's talk about your story. We are surrounded by stories about ourselves, our cultures, and communities. I help trans, queer, and POC people explore the stories that compose our lived experiences of anxiety, depression, gender, immigration, and race. Together, we'll work towards unpacking generational trauma to fortify your mental wellness, communication, boundaries, and intentional living.
Let's talk about your story. We are surrounded by stories about ourselves, our cultures, and communities. I help trans, queer, and POC people explore the stories that compose our lived experiences of anxiety, depression, gender, immigration, and race. Together, we'll work towards unpacking generational trauma to fortify your mental wellness, communication, boundaries, and intentional living.
I have additional training in working with racial identity issues, perinatal issues, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Are you a parent who finds yourself staying up late at night, thinking about your child and googling ways to better understand or help them? Maybe you wake up in the morning, vowing that this day will be different. This day you won’t find yourself in endless power struggles with your children. This day you won't resort to yelling or threatening to take away electronics only to find yourself caving by 10 am. Do you wonder why life seems so overwhelming and tiring when you have so much to be grateful for? As an Attachment-focused therapist, you are the type of client I see often.
I have additional training in working with racial identity issues, perinatal issues, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Are you a parent who finds yourself staying up late at night, thinking about your child and googling ways to better understand or help them? Maybe you wake up in the morning, vowing that this day will be different. This day you won’t find yourself in endless power struggles with your children. This day you won't resort to yelling or threatening to take away electronics only to find yourself caving by 10 am. Do you wonder why life seems so overwhelming and tiring when you have so much to be grateful for? As an Attachment-focused therapist, you are the type of client I see often.
As a queer, bilingual immigrant Latina with a professional journey spanning since 2012, I have dedicated myself to providing culturally sensitive and affirming care to my clients.
As a queer, bilingual immigrant Latina with a professional journey spanning since 2012, I have dedicated myself to providing culturally sensitive and affirming care to my clients.
Donald W (Donny) Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868
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Hello there! Are you transgender or are you gender-questioning? Do you identify as gay or lesbian or bisexual? Are you unsure about who or with what label you identify with, or are you even sure you want to be labeled? Welcome, you've come to the right place....
Hello there! Are you transgender or are you gender-questioning? Do you identify as gay or lesbian or bisexual? Are you unsure about who or with what label you identify with, or are you even sure you want to be labeled? Welcome, you've come to the right place....
Give me a call to learn how to I welcome clients of diverse cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ individuals.
I like working with individuals facing challenges with anxiety, depression, or a life transition (career, school, end of a relationship). As a therapist, I work collaboratively with my clients. I believe my clients are the experts in their own lives, and my role is to bring in alternative views or perspectives for understanding the current struggle. I am trained as a clinical psychologist and utilize various therapeutic interventions including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness skills, Interpersonal therapy, and Existential therapy.
Give me a call to learn how to I welcome clients of diverse cultural backgrounds and LGBTQ individuals.
I like working with individuals facing challenges with anxiety, depression, or a life transition (career, school, end of a relationship). As a therapist, I work collaboratively with my clients. I believe my clients are the experts in their own lives, and my role is to bring in alternative views or perspectives for understanding the current struggle. I am trained as a clinical psychologist and utilize various therapeutic interventions including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness skills, Interpersonal therapy, and Existential therapy.
Jenna Borrelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
Hello- I'm Jenna Borrelli and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and Maryland. My background is in working with individuals and families. I have extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, life transitions, and personal growth/exploratory work. I am competent and enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community as well. Making the decision to start therapy is your first and usually biggest hurdle toward feeling better or making a change in your life.
Hello- I'm Jenna Borrelli and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and Maryland. My background is in working with individuals and families. I have extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, life transitions, and personal growth/exploratory work. I am competent and enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community as well. Making the decision to start therapy is your first and usually biggest hurdle toward feeling better or making a change in your life.
Hello, my name is Vanessa Estrada Baron, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton. I identify as a first-generation Latina, heterosexual, cisgender woman. I'm passionate about working with BIPOC families, couples, and individuals. Additionally, I am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ and undocumented/DACAmented communities. I hope we can work together in finding meaning and feeling satisfied with where your life is heading.
Hello, my name is Vanessa Estrada Baron, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton. I identify as a first-generation Latina, heterosexual, cisgender woman. I'm passionate about working with BIPOC families, couples, and individuals. Additionally, I am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ and undocumented/DACAmented communities. I hope we can work together in finding meaning and feeling satisfied with where your life is heading.
Ankita Mohanty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
Therapy is a co-created, immersive experience. You are invited to bring all of you, in your own time and at your own pace. Your multiplicities, contradictions, and inner conflicts are all welcome. Therapy traverses the sacred and mundane, and I see all topics as meaningful on the path of healing. I specialize in grief, self-esteem, (family) conflict and communication, dating and sex, and identity (de)construction. My flexible and relational therapeutic style suits a wide array of individuals. I especially welcome people who identify as being children of immigrants, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, highly sensitive, and/or spiritually inclined.
Therapy is a co-created, immersive experience. You are invited to bring all of you, in your own time and at your own pace. Your multiplicities, contradictions, and inner conflicts are all welcome. Therapy traverses the sacred and mundane, and I see all topics as meaningful on the path of healing. I specialize in grief, self-esteem, (family) conflict and communication, dating and sex, and identity (de)construction. My flexible and relational therapeutic style suits a wide array of individuals. I especially welcome people who identify as being children of immigrants, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, highly sensitive, and/or spiritually inclined.
I am a considerate, direct and an active provider who is committed in assisting my clients to achieve their goals. While many people struggling with mental illness have difficulty opening up in treatment, I work to create an open and collaborative relationship to help understand the obstacles and dynamics being faced. I also work with the client to help build their strengths, attributes and qualities to conquer these challenges to accomplish their goals. Since 2018, I have been working on various telehealth platforms including Talkspace, Ginger, Modern Health, Path Mental Health and Octave. Ally with LGBTQ+
I am a considerate, direct and an active provider who is committed in assisting my clients to achieve their goals. While many people struggling with mental illness have difficulty opening up in treatment, I work to create an open and collaborative relationship to help understand the obstacles and dynamics being faced. I also work with the client to help build their strengths, attributes and qualities to conquer these challenges to accomplish their goals. Since 2018, I have been working on various telehealth platforms including Talkspace, Ginger, Modern Health, Path Mental Health and Octave. Ally with LGBTQ+
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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.