LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Carson, CA
Lenwood Valentino Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
Carson, CA 90745
Waitlist for new clients
I can assist you in overcoming barriers to living up to your full potential by exploring together (1) What are these barriers and (2) How we can heal identified specific barriers. I have overcome specific challenges in my personal life; which is evidence of how I not only have the academic experience, but also the personal experience to assist you in becoming all we know you are meant to be! My primary client base has been working with Addictions, primarily with the LGBTQ communities. I also can assist clients with extensive Traumas integrate healing into what has been an all encompassing devastation of existence.
I can assist you in overcoming barriers to living up to your full potential by exploring together (1) What are these barriers and (2) How we can heal identified specific barriers. I have overcome specific challenges in my personal life; which is evidence of how I not only have the academic experience, but also the personal experience to assist you in becoming all we know you are meant to be! My primary client base has been working with Addictions, primarily with the LGBTQ communities. I also can assist clients with extensive Traumas integrate healing into what has been an all encompassing devastation of existence.
My experience as a Black Queer Psychologist informs my connection and passion for working with people of color, lgbtq people, and other marginalized groups.
Life presents many challenges and at times can be heavy and unpredictable. Life can also be full of wonder, beauty, and delight. My hope is to help clients navigate the hard parts of life, to reduce their suffering, and to find ways to connect more with healing, joy, care, and wellness. I work with individuals as well as couples (along with throuples or other relational configurations), and families, to support well-being and full participation in life. Clients come to me with a range of issues and needs, from working through mood disorders like depression to needing support with coming out as lgbtq or navigating polyamory.
My experience as a Black Queer Psychologist informs my connection and passion for working with people of color, lgbtq people, and other marginalized groups.
Life presents many challenges and at times can be heavy and unpredictable. Life can also be full of wonder, beauty, and delight. My hope is to help clients navigate the hard parts of life, to reduce their suffering, and to find ways to connect more with healing, joy, care, and wellness. I work with individuals as well as couples (along with throuples or other relational configurations), and families, to support well-being and full participation in life. Clients come to me with a range of issues and needs, from working through mood disorders like depression to needing support with coming out as lgbtq or navigating polyamory.
Hello, name is Claire Castle, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Long Beach, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in the LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity, women's issues, neurodivergence, anxiety, and depression, using Interpersonal Neurobiology, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to provide my clients validation and teach them an expanded emotional vocabulary, so they can live the best version of their lives.
Hello, name is Claire Castle, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Long Beach, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in the LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity, women's issues, neurodivergence, anxiety, and depression, using Interpersonal Neurobiology, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to provide my clients validation and teach them an expanded emotional vocabulary, so they can live the best version of their lives.
Every hardship or life event shapes us to be who we are but does not define us. My passion is to learn about people and where they are in their current life journey. I hope to help empower them to overcome their present hardships. I specialize in working with the LGBTQA+ community, families, children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, and bipolar mania/depression. I combine holistic, client-centered, and evidence-based interventions to assist with their concerns best.
Every hardship or life event shapes us to be who we are but does not define us. My passion is to learn about people and where they are in their current life journey. I hope to help empower them to overcome their present hardships. I specialize in working with the LGBTQA+ community, families, children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, and bipolar mania/depression. I combine holistic, client-centered, and evidence-based interventions to assist with their concerns best.
Aiming Forward Counseling Services Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACT, MSW
Verified Verified
Carson, CA 90746
I have over ten years of experience providing individual, family, and couples therapeutic services in English and Spanish. I work with all age groups, ranging from toddlers to seniors, from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, including homeless people, veterans, homemakers, students, members of the LBGTQ community, and blue- and white-collar workers. I have hands-on experience working with various diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD), and psychosis (schizophrenia, schizoaffective, bipolar).
I have over ten years of experience providing individual, family, and couples therapeutic services in English and Spanish. I work with all age groups, ranging from toddlers to seniors, from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, including homeless people, veterans, homemakers, students, members of the LBGTQ community, and blue- and white-collar workers. I have hands-on experience working with various diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD), and psychosis (schizophrenia, schizoaffective, bipolar).
Janelle Watson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carson, CA 90745 (Online Only)
My specialties include perinatal mental health, life transitions, preparing for parenthood, pregnancy grief and loss, and breakdowns of trust and communication.
How are you doing? How are the people in your life doing? Sometimes, we wish that the answer to the second question didn't have an effect on the first, but it does. I believe that relationships are a key component to our ability to thrive- whether it's romantic, platonic, or the relationship you have with yourself. You'd be surprised how often the biggest stressors in our lives are associated with the relationships we have with our partners, our families, or within ourselves.
My specialties include perinatal mental health, life transitions, preparing for parenthood, pregnancy grief and loss, and breakdowns of trust and communication.
How are you doing? How are the people in your life doing? Sometimes, we wish that the answer to the second question didn't have an effect on the first, but it does. I believe that relationships are a key component to our ability to thrive- whether it's romantic, platonic, or the relationship you have with yourself. You'd be surprised how often the biggest stressors in our lives are associated with the relationships we have with our partners, our families, or within ourselves.
Dealing with life, the every day “stuff,” and emotions can be tough. Don’t be so hard on yourself—healing is a process. I see therapy as a joint venture where our knowledge and skills are combined to create solutions. In my practice I bring kindness, humor, and authenticity with the purpose of creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients to experience freedom. When it comes to treatment, no one size fits all. Because all my clients come from diverse backgrounds with various presenting problems, every therapeutic alliance is unique.
Dealing with life, the every day “stuff,” and emotions can be tough. Don’t be so hard on yourself—healing is a process. I see therapy as a joint venture where our knowledge and skills are combined to create solutions. In my practice I bring kindness, humor, and authenticity with the purpose of creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients to experience freedom. When it comes to treatment, no one size fits all. Because all my clients come from diverse backgrounds with various presenting problems, every therapeutic alliance is unique.
The areas I typically work with are Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem Challenges , Women's Issues and Challenges, Caregiver Fatigue and Support, Intergenerational Trauma, Workplace Trauma, Setting Boundaries, Communication and Assertiveness Skills Relationship Stress Academic Stress, Work Stress and Women's Empowerment.
Hi there, my name is Briana Yedalian, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 137449). It is essential that clients get personalized suggestions based on around your needs. This is a collaborative relationship made up of honesty, authenticity and open-mindedness. As a modern clinician, my approach is eclectic. I use a variety of tools and orientations that work for you, not the other way around.
The areas I typically work with are Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem Challenges , Women's Issues and Challenges, Caregiver Fatigue and Support, Intergenerational Trauma, Workplace Trauma, Setting Boundaries, Communication and Assertiveness Skills Relationship Stress Academic Stress, Work Stress and Women's Empowerment.
Hi there, my name is Briana Yedalian, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 137449). It is essential that clients get personalized suggestions based on around your needs. This is a collaborative relationship made up of honesty, authenticity and open-mindedness. As a modern clinician, my approach is eclectic. I use a variety of tools and orientations that work for you, not the other way around.
Reaching out for help is a difficult thing to do. However, you are closer to your healing by viewing this. You may have felt misunderstood throughout your life, but self acceptance is the primary goal. My desire is for you to improve your daily functioning and satisfaction in your life. Engaging in individual, family, couples, and group therapy, you will enhance your communication skills, coping strategies, and a sense of emotional and mental wellness. Opportunities for a happier and more fulfilling life are developed through compassion, collaboration, and support. By picking up the phone and dialing my number you have displayed self love and hope.
Reaching out for help is a difficult thing to do. However, you are closer to your healing by viewing this. You may have felt misunderstood throughout your life, but self acceptance is the primary goal. My desire is for you to improve your daily functioning and satisfaction in your life. Engaging in individual, family, couples, and group therapy, you will enhance your communication skills, coping strategies, and a sense of emotional and mental wellness. Opportunities for a happier and more fulfilling life are developed through compassion, collaboration, and support. By picking up the phone and dialing my number you have displayed self love and hope.
I strive to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment where we can collaboratively explore, understand and clarify your feelings as well as find more adaptive ways to cope and problem-solve the issues in your life. I believe that you can’t really understand someone’s present world without understanding their past experiences and how that is negatively or positively impacting their life now. In therapy,
I strive to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment where we can collaboratively explore, understand and clarify your feelings as well as find more adaptive ways to cope and problem-solve the issues in your life. I believe that you can’t really understand someone’s present world without understanding their past experiences and how that is negatively or positively impacting their life now. In therapy,
Aimee McCaffrey Brasher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carson, CA 90745
Choosing a therapist can be a difficult process, I believe my role as a therapist is to partner with my clients to create a safe and non-judgemental environment while working with clients conjointly in learning more about themselves and resolving past pain in an effort to promote insight and healing. I believe in assisting my clients in identifying their goals, while exploring healthy strategies they can utilize in achieving these goals. Personal growth and healing is a goal that is unique to each individual, utilizing multiple strategies in an effort to promote healing through awareness and insight.
Choosing a therapist can be a difficult process, I believe my role as a therapist is to partner with my clients to create a safe and non-judgemental environment while working with clients conjointly in learning more about themselves and resolving past pain in an effort to promote insight and healing. I believe in assisting my clients in identifying their goals, while exploring healthy strategies they can utilize in achieving these goals. Personal growth and healing is a goal that is unique to each individual, utilizing multiple strategies in an effort to promote healing through awareness and insight.
Dr. Suzanne Graupner Pike is a licensed clinical psychologist and certified gambling counselor. She has been a Universapsychologist since 1981. Dr. Pike received her BA in psychology and sociology from the University Evansville, her MA in clinical psychology from Ball State University, and her Ph.D. in counseling psychology from Temple University. Her professional experience includes private practice and providing direct treatment services to out-patience mental health and addiction treatment programs.
Dr. Suzanne Graupner Pike is a licensed clinical psychologist and certified gambling counselor. She has been a Universapsychologist since 1981. Dr. Pike received her BA in psychology and sociology from the University Evansville, her MA in clinical psychology from Ball State University, and her Ph.D. in counseling psychology from Temple University. Her professional experience includes private practice and providing direct treatment services to out-patience mental health and addiction treatment programs.
Hi, I'm Brett C Rhodes LCSW. As a psychotherapist, I'm here to help you overcome your mental, emotional, and social distress so you can live your most joyful, fulfilling, and meaningful life. I hold a Master of Social Welfare degree from UCLA and am licensed as a clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of California. I'm based in Los Angeles and provide psychotherapy to clients throughout California via video and phone sessions. I've been in clinical practice for more than 20 years in a variety of settings (psychiatric hospitals, community mental health clinics, outpatient medical mental health clinics, and private practice).
Hi, I'm Brett C Rhodes LCSW. As a psychotherapist, I'm here to help you overcome your mental, emotional, and social distress so you can live your most joyful, fulfilling, and meaningful life. I hold a Master of Social Welfare degree from UCLA and am licensed as a clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of California. I'm based in Los Angeles and provide psychotherapy to clients throughout California via video and phone sessions. I've been in clinical practice for more than 20 years in a variety of settings (psychiatric hospitals, community mental health clinics, outpatient medical mental health clinics, and private practice).
Andrea Sanserino uses a genuine, compassionate approach to helping others heal and grow. Andrea utilizes a recovery-oriented focus- starting from a place that believes that every individual has enormous strength and talent that can be harnessed to create a rich meaningful life. Trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), Seeking Safety (trauma-focused work), and skilled in Motivational Interviewing, Andrea approaches therapy as a collaborative process.
Andrea Sanserino uses a genuine, compassionate approach to helping others heal and grow. Andrea utilizes a recovery-oriented focus- starting from a place that believes that every individual has enormous strength and talent that can be harnessed to create a rich meaningful life. Trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), Seeking Safety (trauma-focused work), and skilled in Motivational Interviewing, Andrea approaches therapy as a collaborative process.
My name is Emmalee Norris and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy helping individuals work through changes in life and learning new strategies to overcome struggles that occur in times of uncertainty. I appreciate genuine relationships and conversations with clients and do my best to mirror that. My history of experience with clients include severe mental illness, legal concerns, substance use challenges, personality disorders, anxiety and mood disorders and more.
My name is Emmalee Norris and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy helping individuals work through changes in life and learning new strategies to overcome struggles that occur in times of uncertainty. I appreciate genuine relationships and conversations with clients and do my best to mirror that. My history of experience with clients include severe mental illness, legal concerns, substance use challenges, personality disorders, anxiety and mood disorders and more.
I am Stephen Graves a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT103004). I work with Adults and Couples using an integrative approach. I help clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and challenges that come from relationship issues. I specialize in treating adults and couples struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and difficulty adapting to life's changes. I believe in an open inclusive environment. My relationship with my clients is one based on honesty, acceptance, and mutual respect. I strive to provide a safe space to openly examine self-doubt, conflicted feelings, and emotions.
I am Stephen Graves a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT103004). I work with Adults and Couples using an integrative approach. I help clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and challenges that come from relationship issues. I specialize in treating adults and couples struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and difficulty adapting to life's changes. I believe in an open inclusive environment. My relationship with my clients is one based on honesty, acceptance, and mutual respect. I strive to provide a safe space to openly examine self-doubt, conflicted feelings, and emotions.
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”- Maya Angelou. As your therapist, I use a personable approach to tackle and target unresolved negative feelings and trauma associated with your past. I'm all about healing with the goal of self awareness and personal growth. Let's talk therapy!
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”- Maya Angelou. As your therapist, I use a personable approach to tackle and target unresolved negative feelings and trauma associated with your past. I'm all about healing with the goal of self awareness and personal growth. Let's talk therapy!
My name is Charles Jones. I go by Cass. For thirty years I have worked as an Addictions and Marriage & Family Therapist. I began my career working in recovery programs with addicts, alcoholics, and their families. As a Program Director with Los Angeles County, I worked with foster children and at-risk youth. I led the Hospital Diversion, Emergency Response, and Wraparound teams. The majority of my career has been in private practice in the Pasadena-Sierra Madre, CA areas. I find great satisfaction teaching children and adolescents to heal trauma and gain coping techniques and skills that can help them to become successful adults.
My name is Charles Jones. I go by Cass. For thirty years I have worked as an Addictions and Marriage & Family Therapist. I began my career working in recovery programs with addicts, alcoholics, and their families. As a Program Director with Los Angeles County, I worked with foster children and at-risk youth. I led the Hospital Diversion, Emergency Response, and Wraparound teams. The majority of my career has been in private practice in the Pasadena-Sierra Madre, CA areas. I find great satisfaction teaching children and adolescents to heal trauma and gain coping techniques and skills that can help them to become successful adults.
Hi there, I'm Chelsea! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and have a School Counseling (Pupil Personnel Services) Credential. I provide mental health services in English and Spanish. I have assisted clients who struggle with grief, anxiety, trauma, depression, substance use, ADHD, suicidal behavior, and attachment disorders. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Person-Centered therapy, and a Humanistic paradigm to guide my treatment with Clients.
Hi there, I'm Chelsea! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and have a School Counseling (Pupil Personnel Services) Credential. I provide mental health services in English and Spanish. I have assisted clients who struggle with grief, anxiety, trauma, depression, substance use, ADHD, suicidal behavior, and attachment disorders. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Person-Centered therapy, and a Humanistic paradigm to guide my treatment with Clients.
Cora Ramirez-Vasquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR, Psy D
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Carson, CA 90745
Not accepting new clients
Life can sometimes become difficult. Unexpected changes such as a divorce, relationships problems, work transition, loss, or death in the family can trigger such difficulties. I will work with you to help provide insight, support, and new strategies to help you manage these life challenges. Therapy is right for you if you are interested in getting the most out of your life by taking responsibility, creating greater self-awareness, and working towards a positive change.
Life can sometimes become difficult. Unexpected changes such as a divorce, relationships problems, work transition, loss, or death in the family can trigger such difficulties. I will work with you to help provide insight, support, and new strategies to help you manage these life challenges. Therapy is right for you if you are interested in getting the most out of your life by taking responsibility, creating greater self-awareness, and working towards a positive change.
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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.