LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Litchfield Park, AZ
Rachel Baumgardner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (Online Only)
I specialize in LGBTQIA2S+ ( queer) issues and domestic/intimate partner violence.
I believe that embracing oneself can be one of life's most challenging journeys, yet among the most rewarding! I'm here to meet you where you are, and help you on your journey. I treat every client with compassion and through a lens of non-judgment. I spent six years working in community mental health and have treated marginalized/underserved peoples. I love helping clients through phase of life issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, mood struggles, and more. I apply an integrated approach and use motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy. I am social justice oriented.
I specialize in LGBTQIA2S+ ( queer) issues and domestic/intimate partner violence.
I believe that embracing oneself can be one of life's most challenging journeys, yet among the most rewarding! I'm here to meet you where you are, and help you on your journey. I treat every client with compassion and through a lens of non-judgment. I spent six years working in community mental health and have treated marginalized/underserved peoples. I love helping clients through phase of life issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, mood struggles, and more. I apply an integrated approach and use motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy. I am social justice oriented.
Amanda B McCarron
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (Online Only)
I have experience working with many areas, including anxiety, depression, any of life's necessary adjustments, marriage and family concerns, and more. I appreciate when a client is willing to consider new ideas, to practice what we've worked on together, and to implement those new ideas into practice in day to day life. My ideal client is a collaborative individual, excited for new perspective and willing to meet those challenges head on. Tell me what you think! We are partners through this process together.
I have experience working with many areas, including anxiety, depression, any of life's necessary adjustments, marriage and family concerns, and more. I appreciate when a client is willing to consider new ideas, to practice what we've worked on together, and to implement those new ideas into practice in day to day life. My ideal client is a collaborative individual, excited for new perspective and willing to meet those challenges head on. Tell me what you think! We are partners through this process together.
Alexzannah B Castro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (Online Only)
There may be times when one might feel the weight of life’s twists and turns. With constant changes, we may feel uncomfortable or 'stuck'. Life is a journey in which some of these challenges need a form of support with the utmost compassion to recognize all that we are capable of; A source of motivation. Humans need connection and it is when finding a safe space where we can recognize the resiliency that brought us here and keeps us moving forward with confidence that we often thrive. With a therapeutic alliance, we can navigate and work through any blockage in an open and affirming way to allow for emotional process and balance.
There may be times when one might feel the weight of life’s twists and turns. With constant changes, we may feel uncomfortable or 'stuck'. Life is a journey in which some of these challenges need a form of support with the utmost compassion to recognize all that we are capable of; A source of motivation. Humans need connection and it is when finding a safe space where we can recognize the resiliency that brought us here and keeps us moving forward with confidence that we often thrive. With a therapeutic alliance, we can navigate and work through any blockage in an open and affirming way to allow for emotional process and balance.
Magdalena Lopez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (Online Only)
The rejection from family and friends is so heart wrenching, wishing you can peel out of your body and allow yourself to be like they want you to be. The shame of knowing you identify with characteristics outside of societal or family norms can keep you from expressing your self to the point of not even wanting to exist. Exploring in hiding creativity knowing this is part of your true self, can be difficult to overcome because of the love you have for those in your life at the expense of your own mental and overall wellbeing. These hurtful experiences can create a fog of unconscious self sabotage. Is it really worth it?
The rejection from family and friends is so heart wrenching, wishing you can peel out of your body and allow yourself to be like they want you to be. The shame of knowing you identify with characteristics outside of societal or family norms can keep you from expressing your self to the point of not even wanting to exist. Exploring in hiding creativity knowing this is part of your true self, can be difficult to overcome because of the love you have for those in your life at the expense of your own mental and overall wellbeing. These hurtful experiences can create a fog of unconscious self sabotage. Is it really worth it?
Valerie A Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with negative thoughts, relationship problems, or feel like you can’t get past the bad things that have happened to you? I believe that even in our darkest hours, we can still find beauty, peace, and joy. Fun too! My motto is "We are all a work in progress." This idea allows us to balance self-acceptance as we are now, while still striving to be our best self. As a trauma-informed therapist, I will be your copilot on the road to wellness. Helping you to feel empowered and capable to make the changes you want. My warm and direct approach will help you feel understood yet challenged to get outside your comfort zone.
Do you struggle with negative thoughts, relationship problems, or feel like you can’t get past the bad things that have happened to you? I believe that even in our darkest hours, we can still find beauty, peace, and joy. Fun too! My motto is "We are all a work in progress." This idea allows us to balance self-acceptance as we are now, while still striving to be our best self. As a trauma-informed therapist, I will be your copilot on the road to wellness. Helping you to feel empowered and capable to make the changes you want. My warm and direct approach will help you feel understood yet challenged to get outside your comfort zone.
Ria Flanagan
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA MFT, LISAC, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Have you experienced betrayal by a partner or found yourself acting out in addictive, risky behaviors and want help? Rise Up Recover, LLC provides online groups for recovery from trauma and addiction. Skilled therapists are here to help you walk toward the journey of recovery. We also offer in-person intensive workshops. Ria Flanagan is also a Clinical Supervisor and Doctoral student.
Have you experienced betrayal by a partner or found yourself acting out in addictive, risky behaviors and want help? Rise Up Recover, LLC provides online groups for recovery from trauma and addiction. Skilled therapists are here to help you walk toward the journey of recovery. We also offer in-person intensive workshops. Ria Flanagan is also a Clinical Supervisor and Doctoral student.
Diana Hernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (Online Only)
As a former corporate paralegal, Diana recognized the lack of balance regarding distribution of opportunities, as well as access to and participation in resources. This realization led to Diana pursing her true passion of professional counseling. Today, Diana is a licensed psychotherapist who has worked in the behavioral health industry for more than 20 years. Diana began her new behavioral health passion working in residential treatment programs designed to enhance skills for individuals reintegrating to community living after long-term institutionalization.
As a former corporate paralegal, Diana recognized the lack of balance regarding distribution of opportunities, as well as access to and participation in resources. This realization led to Diana pursing her true passion of professional counseling. Today, Diana is a licensed psychotherapist who has worked in the behavioral health industry for more than 20 years. Diana began her new behavioral health passion working in residential treatment programs designed to enhance skills for individuals reintegrating to community living after long-term institutionalization.
Trauma can cause a variety of maladaptive and uncomfortable symptoms in a person. Whether you are suffering from depression, anxiety, panic, physical symptoms, anger, self-harm or relationship problems, the body will keep the score of what you have gone through. My ultimate goal is to help decrease difficult symptoms by processing your trauma in a deep and profound way so you can begin to enjoy life again and reach your full potential.
Trauma can cause a variety of maladaptive and uncomfortable symptoms in a person. Whether you are suffering from depression, anxiety, panic, physical symptoms, anger, self-harm or relationship problems, the body will keep the score of what you have gone through. My ultimate goal is to help decrease difficult symptoms by processing your trauma in a deep and profound way so you can begin to enjoy life again and reach your full potential.
Dr. Sabit Bojaj
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, MA, LPC, EMDR Co, CISM
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Ages 14 and up. Aetna, BCBS, Optum, & Self-Pay. Do you have trauma, thoughts, feelings, or individuals you want to be in peace with? Reach out. Dr. Sabit is compassionate, professional, empathetic, and non-judgmental. We will work together to give you a fresh start in life. Dr. Sabit's training is specifically focused in human development, personality theories, complex trauma, psychosexual development, generational trauma, depression, repression, social and emotional struggles, and behavioral and emotional impact of medical illnesses. Dr. Sabit is an EMDR therapist (7+ years) & an EMDR Consultant.
Ages 14 and up. Aetna, BCBS, Optum, & Self-Pay. Do you have trauma, thoughts, feelings, or individuals you want to be in peace with? Reach out. Dr. Sabit is compassionate, professional, empathetic, and non-judgmental. We will work together to give you a fresh start in life. Dr. Sabit's training is specifically focused in human development, personality theories, complex trauma, psychosexual development, generational trauma, depression, repression, social and emotional struggles, and behavioral and emotional impact of medical illnesses. Dr. Sabit is an EMDR therapist (7+ years) & an EMDR Consultant.
Deena Hitzke
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (Online Only)
Dr. Deena has been in the behavioral health field for over 35 years, helping people to sort through troubling thoughts and settle turbulent emotional patterns for enhanced communication, social and occupational functioning, and satisfaction with life and relationships. She is trained in cognitive behavioral therapies that increase insight, mindfulness, and the ability to be grounded in purpose and self-positive understanding.
Dr. Deena has been in the behavioral health field for over 35 years, helping people to sort through troubling thoughts and settle turbulent emotional patterns for enhanced communication, social and occupational functioning, and satisfaction with life and relationships. She is trained in cognitive behavioral therapies that increase insight, mindfulness, and the ability to be grounded in purpose and self-positive understanding.
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Anna Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BC-TMH, MAC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Goodyear, AZ 85395
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in EMDR, perinatal mental health, LGBTQ+, substance abuse and HIV.
I believe we are all born our true authentic selves but often life gets in the way! Our childhood experiences, day-to-day life, and relationships impact us along the way. I work with clients to sort through the clutter in our minds to understand the meaning. I love to help clients get “unstuck,” close the loop of past traumas, and stop the rumination.
I am trained in EMDR, perinatal mental health, LGBTQ+, substance abuse and HIV.
I believe we are all born our true authentic selves but often life gets in the way! Our childhood experiences, day-to-day life, and relationships impact us along the way. I work with clients to sort through the clutter in our minds to understand the meaning. I love to help clients get “unstuck,” close the loop of past traumas, and stop the rumination.
The majority of my practice focuses on supporting my clients in regulating their nervous systems, creating & enforcing boundaries, understanding the effects of trauma, LGBTQ, and issues of faith.
Hello, my name is Crystal Tena. I am a Certified Trauma Professional and Resilience Life Coach. I'm passionate about helping teens & adults heal from traumatic experiences and learn new ways of coping with the ups and downs of life. My approach integrates the complex nature between psychology, neurobiology, culture, and religion.
The majority of my practice focuses on supporting my clients in regulating their nervous systems, creating & enforcing boundaries, understanding the effects of trauma, LGBTQ, and issues of faith.
Hello, my name is Crystal Tena. I am a Certified Trauma Professional and Resilience Life Coach. I'm passionate about helping teens & adults heal from traumatic experiences and learn new ways of coping with the ups and downs of life. My approach integrates the complex nature between psychology, neurobiology, culture, and religion.
Hi I'm Wendy. I have a private practice covering NY, WA, and AZ with Madison Galliano, Chelsea Vona, Kristin Meiner, Ridhima Malhotra, Madga Folk, Donny Mak, Krista Arnold, Jessica Drake, and Zolie Potter. As a sexologist, I help clients through sexual trauma, feelings of anxiety, fear, or shame related to sexuality and intimacy, addressing gender identity and sexual orientation, relationship design, church wounds, improve communication, heal issues stemming from sexual difficulties including poor body image, coping and living with STI's, exploring ENM, and kink/BDSM dynamics.
Hi I'm Wendy. I have a private practice covering NY, WA, and AZ with Madison Galliano, Chelsea Vona, Kristin Meiner, Ridhima Malhotra, Madga Folk, Donny Mak, Krista Arnold, Jessica Drake, and Zolie Potter. As a sexologist, I help clients through sexual trauma, feelings of anxiety, fear, or shame related to sexuality and intimacy, addressing gender identity and sexual orientation, relationship design, church wounds, improve communication, heal issues stemming from sexual difficulties including poor body image, coping and living with STI's, exploring ENM, and kink/BDSM dynamics.
Awakenly, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goodyear, AZ 85395 (Online Only)
Welcome! We are a rapidly growing private practice serving clients in both Arizona and New York. At Awakenly we believe in the inherent potential and birthright of all individuals to lead healthy, happy, productive lives and our goal is to assist you in this process through individualized treatment plans and approaches created and curated specifically for you.
Welcome! We are a rapidly growing private practice serving clients in both Arizona and New York. At Awakenly we believe in the inherent potential and birthright of all individuals to lead healthy, happy, productive lives and our goal is to assist you in this process through individualized treatment plans and approaches created and curated specifically for you.
My ideal client would be any person that is in need of someone to talk to. They want to feel heard and understood. They have an idea of what they would like to talk about and what they would to see for their own future. Even if they are one hundred percent sure what they want, they are willing to talk about it. Also I think that it is important to be open to the idea that therapy can be fun!
My ideal client would be any person that is in need of someone to talk to. They want to feel heard and understood. They have an idea of what they would like to talk about and what they would to see for their own future. Even if they are one hundred percent sure what they want, they are willing to talk about it. Also I think that it is important to be open to the idea that therapy can be fun!
As a counselor, my hope is to empower people to achieve their goals and become their best selves while doing so. I believe counseling is a collaborative effort and should be treated with delicacy and honesty. Taking on a person-centered approach to counseling is important to me because each person should be embraced for their uniqueness. I use evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and EMDR to address anxiety, depression, marital conflict, trauma, relationship issues, behavioral issues, emotional disturbances, family conflict, and self-esteem hindrances within a wide variety of clientele.
As a counselor, my hope is to empower people to achieve their goals and become their best selves while doing so. I believe counseling is a collaborative effort and should be treated with delicacy and honesty. Taking on a person-centered approach to counseling is important to me because each person should be embraced for their uniqueness. I use evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and EMDR to address anxiety, depression, marital conflict, trauma, relationship issues, behavioral issues, emotional disturbances, family conflict, and self-esteem hindrances within a wide variety of clientele.
My interest and involvement with counseling and human development has been life-long. I earned a Masters of Counseling from Arizona State University (2011) and have completed a number of other professional training programs (current and continuing). My approach is goal-oriented and practical to what my clients bring, using various modalities, including biographical work, cognitive-behavioral techniques, trauma-focused therapies, family/systems and brief/focused therapy. I've completed several modules of hypnotherapy training via the Milton H.
My interest and involvement with counseling and human development has been life-long. I earned a Masters of Counseling from Arizona State University (2011) and have completed a number of other professional training programs (current and continuing). My approach is goal-oriented and practical to what my clients bring, using various modalities, including biographical work, cognitive-behavioral techniques, trauma-focused therapies, family/systems and brief/focused therapy. I've completed several modules of hypnotherapy training via the Milton H.
Do you want more for yourself, but cant quite picture what that looks like? Perhaps you know exactly what changes you'd like to see? Are you ready? As a skilled therapist, I have many tools to assist others in clearly identifying, and meeting, their goals. However, the most valuable tool in this process is us: our relationship. Being able to feel connected, be yourself, and feel seen is hugely healing in itself. I am flexible in my approach, adapting my skills to your needs. I will help you clearly identify what gives you meaning and purpose, while cultivating your strengths to live in alignment with your values.
Do you want more for yourself, but cant quite picture what that looks like? Perhaps you know exactly what changes you'd like to see? Are you ready? As a skilled therapist, I have many tools to assist others in clearly identifying, and meeting, their goals. However, the most valuable tool in this process is us: our relationship. Being able to feel connected, be yourself, and feel seen is hugely healing in itself. I am flexible in my approach, adapting my skills to your needs. I will help you clearly identify what gives you meaning and purpose, while cultivating your strengths to live in alignment with your values.
Stacy Morgan
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodyear, AZ 85338
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in working with a wide range of clientele and presenting concerns. I started my career working at a local non-profit agency with children ages 0-18 and their families, including biological, blended, foster, and adoptive. I have also worked in an inpatient hospital setting treating adolescents ages 11-17 in crisis and facing a variety of mental health-related challenges. In private practice, I work with children, teens, adults and couples to strengthen relationships and heal emotional wounds. I am also EMDR trained to help you process and heal trauma.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in working with a wide range of clientele and presenting concerns. I started my career working at a local non-profit agency with children ages 0-18 and their families, including biological, blended, foster, and adoptive. I have also worked in an inpatient hospital setting treating adolescents ages 11-17 in crisis and facing a variety of mental health-related challenges. In private practice, I work with children, teens, adults and couples to strengthen relationships and heal emotional wounds. I am also EMDR trained to help you process and heal trauma.
Hi. I work with families, couples and teens who have anxiety, depression, stress and conflict. If you want help to improve your sleep, reduce your stress and learn ways to manage conflict I can help. I work from a Trauma informed perspective to treat your concerns. I have several years of experience working with families, and have experience working in substance abuse. I welcome men, women and teens who are looking to begin therapy to learn ways to identify stressors, learn new ways to cope with and change negative beliefs.
Hi. I work with families, couples and teens who have anxiety, depression, stress and conflict. If you want help to improve your sleep, reduce your stress and learn ways to manage conflict I can help. I work from a Trauma informed perspective to treat your concerns. I have several years of experience working with families, and have experience working in substance abuse. I welcome men, women and teens who are looking to begin therapy to learn ways to identify stressors, learn new ways to cope with and change negative beliefs.
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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.