Transgender Therapists in Banning, CA
Parra Counseling and Wellness Services, APC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Banning, CA 92220
Are you seeking change in your life, would you like to feel better, become more empowered and have support along the way? All of this is possible. No matter where you're at in life or what your goals are you can get the support you need. My goal as a therapist is to help you live the life you want to live and be happy doing it. I specialize in helping people see things differently, recognize their strengths, set healthy goals with a plan to achieve them, and live a more fulfilling life that brings them happiness and peace.
Are you seeking change in your life, would you like to feel better, become more empowered and have support along the way? All of this is possible. No matter where you're at in life or what your goals are you can get the support you need. My goal as a therapist is to help you live the life you want to live and be happy doing it. I specialize in helping people see things differently, recognize their strengths, set healthy goals with a plan to achieve them, and live a more fulfilling life that brings them happiness and peace.
Kim Strong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Banning, CA 92220 (Online Only)
Do you feel lost? Do you know who you are? Is it difficult to trust others? Are you attracting the same toxic people in your life? If this is you, let's take a journey through meaningful conversation to create a tailored plan at becoming the best version of yourself. I have been in the field of Social Work and Mental Health for 20+ years. I am drawn to the marginalized populations and treatment areas such as low self-esteem/self-worth/self-identity, self-acceptance, depression, anxiety and interpersonal relationships. I am a "get to the root cause" therapist because this is where true, sustained healing happens.
Do you feel lost? Do you know who you are? Is it difficult to trust others? Are you attracting the same toxic people in your life? If this is you, let's take a journey through meaningful conversation to create a tailored plan at becoming the best version of yourself. I have been in the field of Social Work and Mental Health for 20+ years. I am drawn to the marginalized populations and treatment areas such as low self-esteem/self-worth/self-identity, self-acceptance, depression, anxiety and interpersonal relationships. I am a "get to the root cause" therapist because this is where true, sustained healing happens.
Hi there! My name is Elizabeth Christy and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Educator. I utilize a strengths-based approach to collaborate with patients to reach their goals and improve their overall well-being. I utilize a mindfulness-based approach to develop individualized treatment plans that support reducing the impact of emotional and mental challenges that can influence day-to-day well-being. I specialize in supporting Patient's coping with symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Grief, Loss, Trauma, transition, and/or other emotional and mental challenges.
Hi there! My name is Elizabeth Christy and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Educator. I utilize a strengths-based approach to collaborate with patients to reach their goals and improve their overall well-being. I utilize a mindfulness-based approach to develop individualized treatment plans that support reducing the impact of emotional and mental challenges that can influence day-to-day well-being. I specialize in supporting Patient's coping with symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Grief, Loss, Trauma, transition, and/or other emotional and mental challenges.
Have you ever thought to yourself, "How did I get here? This isn't the life I imagined for myself but I'm not sure how to change it."? Hi, my name is Lynn Forman and I am a licensed psychotherapist with PATH. My goal is to assist you in navigating the current challenges you are experiencing in life and to help guide you to where you want to be. I have been licensed and practicing since 2007, working with adults, older adults and teens in both outpatient and forensic settings. I have a BA in developmental psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. I obtained an MA in counseling psychology from Chapman University
Have you ever thought to yourself, "How did I get here? This isn't the life I imagined for myself but I'm not sure how to change it."? Hi, my name is Lynn Forman and I am a licensed psychotherapist with PATH. My goal is to assist you in navigating the current challenges you are experiencing in life and to help guide you to where you want to be. I have been licensed and practicing since 2007, working with adults, older adults and teens in both outpatient and forensic settings. I have a BA in developmental psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. I obtained an MA in counseling psychology from Chapman University
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Psychotherapy and psychological assessment are offered by Dr. Kwon (Clinical Psychologist licensed in CA and NY) for diverse emotional experiences and behavioral concerns. Working with Dr. K, patients typically experience increasing self-awareness, self-regulation, and sense of inner freedom, often accompanied by compassion for self and others. Most patients are seen once a week for 3–5 months. After that, sessions take place less often for a few more months toward closure. Before committing yourself for services, you are encouraged to try two or three sessions and let your experiences guide you to make an informed decision.
Psychotherapy and psychological assessment are offered by Dr. Kwon (Clinical Psychologist licensed in CA and NY) for diverse emotional experiences and behavioral concerns. Working with Dr. K, patients typically experience increasing self-awareness, self-regulation, and sense of inner freedom, often accompanied by compassion for self and others. Most patients are seen once a week for 3–5 months. After that, sessions take place less often for a few more months toward closure. Before committing yourself for services, you are encouraged to try two or three sessions and let your experiences guide you to make an informed decision.
Hello! As a therapist, I aim to provide you with a reliable safe space to come to process unresolved issues and emotions and freely explore what is important to you. My therapeutic style is compassionate, interactive, supportive, and tailored to the unique needs of each individual. I value the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process to develop a plan and guide treatment and create a secure, non-judgmental space conducive to healing and wellness for each of my clients. Healing and change are not linear processes and I am here for the bumps along the way.
Hello! As a therapist, I aim to provide you with a reliable safe space to come to process unresolved issues and emotions and freely explore what is important to you. My therapeutic style is compassionate, interactive, supportive, and tailored to the unique needs of each individual. I value the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process to develop a plan and guide treatment and create a secure, non-judgmental space conducive to healing and wellness for each of my clients. Healing and change are not linear processes and I am here for the bumps along the way.
Online Therapists
Claudia Narvaez-Meza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Much of her early work was in community mental health and social justice, serving as a trauma clinician for children in foster care and facilitating support groups for transgender youth.
Claudia is an EMDR certified bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 83703) who is licensed to practice in New York and California. She has over 15 years of experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Claudia specializes in trauma recovery, family systems and relationship issues, fertility concerns, substance abuse and recovery, sexual and gender identity, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and migration and acculturation challenges. Claudia collaborates with the client in curating a space that nurtures self-resiliency, strength, and embraces complexity with renewed care and compassion.
Much of her early work was in community mental health and social justice, serving as a trauma clinician for children in foster care and facilitating support groups for transgender youth.
Claudia is an EMDR certified bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 83703) who is licensed to practice in New York and California. She has over 15 years of experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Claudia specializes in trauma recovery, family systems and relationship issues, fertility concerns, substance abuse and recovery, sexual and gender identity, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and migration and acculturation challenges. Claudia collaborates with the client in curating a space that nurtures self-resiliency, strength, and embraces complexity with renewed care and compassion.
Xtine Milrod
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, AASECT, CST, WPATH
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90048
I also work with transgender issues and sex work/sex industry issues, both on behalf of clients and sex workers.
I work with individuals or couples of any gender or orientation who seek help for sexual relationship issues. These issues are not limited to, but include arousal and orgasm, sexual desire, compulsive sexual behavior, masturbation issues, premature or delayed ejaculation, pain during sexual activity and psychological issues around monogamy, infidelity, boredom and wanting a change in one's sexual repertoire. The goal is often increased eroticism, heightened intimacy, and decreased anxiety during sex. My aim is for you to overcome the problems that result from negative feelings and behaviors and to achieve your full sexual potential.
I also work with transgender issues and sex work/sex industry issues, both on behalf of clients and sex workers.
I work with individuals or couples of any gender or orientation who seek help for sexual relationship issues. These issues are not limited to, but include arousal and orgasm, sexual desire, compulsive sexual behavior, masturbation issues, premature or delayed ejaculation, pain during sexual activity and psychological issues around monogamy, infidelity, boredom and wanting a change in one's sexual repertoire. The goal is often increased eroticism, heightened intimacy, and decreased anxiety during sex. My aim is for you to overcome the problems that result from negative feelings and behaviors and to achieve your full sexual potential.
Keean Kirk
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping clients engage in care who are facing anxiety, addiction, OCD, gender dysphoria, suicidal ideation, loss and bereavement and autism spectrum disorder.
My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing you a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care and treat a number of mental health disorders, to provide a neutral ground to individuals and families. I work from the theoretical framework of Internal Family Systems and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy modalities.
I am passionate about helping clients engage in care who are facing anxiety, addiction, OCD, gender dysphoria, suicidal ideation, loss and bereavement and autism spectrum disorder.
My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing you a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care and treat a number of mental health disorders, to provide a neutral ground to individuals and families. I work from the theoretical framework of Internal Family Systems and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy modalities.
Alejandra Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (Online Only)
An intention I carry in my work is to aid clients in healing their relationship with their bodies, whether because of experiences with childhood or complex trauma, from patterns of disordered eating, from being transgender or gender non-conforming, and/or living with chronic pain or chronic illness. All of these experiences can complicate our relationship with our body, but with a safe and supportive space like therapy, we can heal this relationship.
An intention I carry in my work is to aid clients in healing their relationship with their bodies, whether because of experiences with childhood or complex trauma, from patterns of disordered eating, from being transgender or gender non-conforming, and/or living with chronic pain or chronic illness. All of these experiences can complicate our relationship with our body, but with a safe and supportive space like therapy, we can heal this relationship.
I specialize in working transgender and non-binary youth and their families on matters related to gender identity.
My approach to therapy is based on Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). A core idea in ACT is that trying too hard to get rid of or control our emotions tends to backfire. Instead of trying to get rid of unwanted thoughts and feelings (e.g., anxiety & depression), I will help you learn to react differently to them so that you can keep your focus on living a meaningful and fulfilling life based on what’s important to you. We will work together to set meaningful goals to address your concerns–whether they relate to life transitions, depression, anxiety, body image, grief/loss, job or academic stress, or gender & sexuality.
I specialize in working transgender and non-binary youth and their families on matters related to gender identity.
My approach to therapy is based on Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). A core idea in ACT is that trying too hard to get rid of or control our emotions tends to backfire. Instead of trying to get rid of unwanted thoughts and feelings (e.g., anxiety & depression), I will help you learn to react differently to them so that you can keep your focus on living a meaningful and fulfilling life based on what’s important to you. We will work together to set meaningful goals to address your concerns–whether they relate to life transitions, depression, anxiety, body image, grief/loss, job or academic stress, or gender & sexuality.
Elizabeth (Lizzy) Ritti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Mesa, CA 91942
I utilize my clinical training in CBT, Affirmative Therapy for Transgender Communities, and Exposure Response Prevention in therapy.
I provide mental health care to youth, families, and adults coping with life transitions, chronic family stress, and identity development. These circumstances have led many individuals to experience symptoms of depression, trauma, anxiety, and feelings of loss. It is a sign of bravery and strength to seek support when these stressors are difficult to manage on your own. I am here to explore ways to improve your quality of life and identify unmet needs contributing to mental health symptoms.
I utilize my clinical training in CBT, Affirmative Therapy for Transgender Communities, and Exposure Response Prevention in therapy.
I provide mental health care to youth, families, and adults coping with life transitions, chronic family stress, and identity development. These circumstances have led many individuals to experience symptoms of depression, trauma, anxiety, and feelings of loss. It is a sign of bravery and strength to seek support when these stressors are difficult to manage on your own. I am here to explore ways to improve your quality of life and identify unmet needs contributing to mental health symptoms.
Anya Kavanaugh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Clients seek me out for my lived experience as an autistic, ADHD, and transgender therapist with expertise in neurodivergence and queer identities.
As a neurodivergent or queer individual in today's society, you feel pressured to conceal your true self, anxious about potential rejection if you express yourself authentically. You often mimic others to fit in, hide your true self, and strive for perfection to gain acceptance. Simply for being yourself, you're labeled as "weird," "strange," or "different," which deepens feelings of isolation. Whether you're exploring your neurodivergence, gender, or sexuality for the first time or grappling with understanding your needs, there is a path forward from surviving to thriving.
Clients seek me out for my lived experience as an autistic, ADHD, and transgender therapist with expertise in neurodivergence and queer identities.
As a neurodivergent or queer individual in today's society, you feel pressured to conceal your true self, anxious about potential rejection if you express yourself authentically. You often mimic others to fit in, hide your true self, and strive for perfection to gain acceptance. Simply for being yourself, you're labeled as "weird," "strange," or "different," which deepens feelings of isolation. Whether you're exploring your neurodivergence, gender, or sexuality for the first time or grappling with understanding your needs, there is a path forward from surviving to thriving.
Casey Garner - LGBT-Affirmative Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90010
For everyone stuck in a boss battle against anxiety, depression, gender dysphoria, or homophobia, I see how hard you’re fighting. As a queer, trans man, I know how difficult it can be to be our own hero when the world around us keeps treating us like an NPC.
For everyone stuck in a boss battle against anxiety, depression, gender dysphoria, or homophobia, I see how hard you’re fighting. As a queer, trans man, I know how difficult it can be to be our own hero when the world around us keeps treating us like an NPC.
Kang provides gender-affirming mental health services to transgender individuals following the WPATH guideline.
Dr. Kang (pronouns: she/her) accompanies individuals on their journeys of self-understanding through exploring moments of connection and disconnection while empowering individuals to make decisions based on their increased awareness of the interplay among self, social, and cultural factors. Dr. Kang is skilled in mindfulness-based intervention with a focus on mind-body connection, trauma-informed therapy, and exposure and response prevention in addressing various concerns. Dr. Kang is dedicated in serving marginalized populations, including but not limited to members from ethnic/racial minority, immigrant, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Kang provides gender-affirming mental health services to transgender individuals following the WPATH guideline.
Dr. Kang (pronouns: she/her) accompanies individuals on their journeys of self-understanding through exploring moments of connection and disconnection while empowering individuals to make decisions based on their increased awareness of the interplay among self, social, and cultural factors. Dr. Kang is skilled in mindfulness-based intervention with a focus on mind-body connection, trauma-informed therapy, and exposure and response prevention in addressing various concerns. Dr. Kang is dedicated in serving marginalized populations, including but not limited to members from ethnic/racial minority, immigrant, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Evaluations for ADHD, Bariatric Surgery, Transgender Letters, EDD and SSDI Disability.
Please click on the website button to request an initial appointment. You can now get the best therapy and assessment by video conferencing, with a very experienced and kind doctor. Most people see me because of stress, family issues, depression, anxiety, medical problems. My heart is in Depth Psychology: cut and paste this link for an explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJ6ZHAJ9NE8 Your treatment should be covered by your health insurance. Sessions as low as $80 if paying out of pocket. Sessions are 60 minutes. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Evaluations for ADHD, Bariatric Surgery, Transgender Letters, EDD and SSDI Disability.
Please click on the website button to request an initial appointment. You can now get the best therapy and assessment by video conferencing, with a very experienced and kind doctor. Most people see me because of stress, family issues, depression, anxiety, medical problems. My heart is in Depth Psychology: cut and paste this link for an explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJ6ZHAJ9NE8 Your treatment should be covered by your health insurance. Sessions as low as $80 if paying out of pocket. Sessions are 60 minutes. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
LGBT Affirmative Therapy celebrates the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer experience and addresses the negative consequences of growing up in a culture that suppresses and fears that experience.
I am delighted to be in private practice in West Hollywood. In addition to this work, I am a primary therapist in agencies where I treat clients with co-occurring substance abuse, food and sex addictions. My training includes work at Being Alive, an HIV/AIDS service organization, helping clients heal from chemical dependence, trauma, and co-occurring health challenges using LGBT Affirmative Therapy. During my time as an intern, I worked at Promises Malibu, Breathe Life Healing Centers, Refuge Recovery Centers and the Narrative Counseling Center. I have a Masters in Psychology with an LGBT Specialization from Antioch University.
LGBT Affirmative Therapy celebrates the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer experience and addresses the negative consequences of growing up in a culture that suppresses and fears that experience.
I am delighted to be in private practice in West Hollywood. In addition to this work, I am a primary therapist in agencies where I treat clients with co-occurring substance abuse, food and sex addictions. My training includes work at Being Alive, an HIV/AIDS service organization, helping clients heal from chemical dependence, trauma, and co-occurring health challenges using LGBT Affirmative Therapy. During my time as an intern, I worked at Promises Malibu, Breathe Life Healing Centers, Refuge Recovery Centers and the Narrative Counseling Center. I have a Masters in Psychology with an LGBT Specialization from Antioch University.
Therapy is not just about mental health but about honoring our multitude of identities. I am an Iranian American, queer, polyamorous, cisgender, woman who has done therapy since 2006. I specialize in clients who are racial/ethnic minorities, queer, transgender, and/or practice consensual non-monogamy/polyamory. I can provide letters for transgender individuals who pursue medical transition. I have worked with a variety of presenting issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma.
Therapy is not just about mental health but about honoring our multitude of identities. I am an Iranian American, queer, polyamorous, cisgender, woman who has done therapy since 2006. I specialize in clients who are racial/ethnic minorities, queer, transgender, and/or practice consensual non-monogamy/polyamory. I can provide letters for transgender individuals who pursue medical transition. I have worked with a variety of presenting issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma.
I have worked with a wide range of clients from all backgrounds, with an emphasis on treating veterans and their families. I value a person-centered approach to building respectful and collaborative relationships to empower the change my clients seek through therapy. My area of particular interest is in working with individuals during life transitions, dealing with childhood trauma, OCD, ADHD, loss and grief, transgender issues, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationship struggles.
I have worked with a wide range of clients from all backgrounds, with an emphasis on treating veterans and their families. I value a person-centered approach to building respectful and collaborative relationships to empower the change my clients seek through therapy. My area of particular interest is in working with individuals during life transitions, dealing with childhood trauma, OCD, ADHD, loss and grief, transgender issues, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationship struggles.
Macayla Meyers
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
My area of expertise includes treating various mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, gender dysphoria, substance use disorders.
Are racing thoughts keeping you up night? Tired of ER visits from panic attacks? Struggling to focus or pay attention? Feeling overwhelmed in crowds? Overall lack of motivation or energy? Do your emotions feel like a rollercoaster? Spending more time on hold or waitlists instead of getting the card you need? Take the first step and Book a consultation today - leave the rest up to us! Every client gets a personal concierge and other exclusive benefits. Schedule to learn more. All inclusive mental health and primary care. Appointments available 7 days per week for returning clients. Every client gets a personal concierge.
My area of expertise includes treating various mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, gender dysphoria, substance use disorders.
Are racing thoughts keeping you up night? Tired of ER visits from panic attacks? Struggling to focus or pay attention? Feeling overwhelmed in crowds? Overall lack of motivation or energy? Do your emotions feel like a rollercoaster? Spending more time on hold or waitlists instead of getting the card you need? Take the first step and Book a consultation today - leave the rest up to us! Every client gets a personal concierge and other exclusive benefits. Schedule to learn more. All inclusive mental health and primary care. Appointments available 7 days per week for returning clients. Every client gets a personal concierge.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.