LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Glendora, CA
Christina Isabel Villatoro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91740 (Online Only)
Welcome (Bienvendo(a)(x)...I am a culturally sensitive inclusive Marriage & Family Therapist. I am from an immigrant Spanish-speaking family who encouraged humility, a strong work ethic, and resilience! I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years, especially as an Ally of the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities! My focus is to help others as they navigate stress, relationship issues, coming out struggles, acculturation/racial trauma, post-traumatic stress, and depression/anxiety.
Welcome (Bienvendo(a)(x)...I am a culturally sensitive inclusive Marriage & Family Therapist. I am from an immigrant Spanish-speaking family who encouraged humility, a strong work ethic, and resilience! I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years, especially as an Ally of the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities! My focus is to help others as they navigate stress, relationship issues, coming out struggles, acculturation/racial trauma, post-traumatic stress, and depression/anxiety.
I love being a therapist and witnessing the transformation that can happen in therapy.
Hello/Saludos. I welcome you to the start of your therapy journey and your desire to learn about yourself, and heal. As a bilingual Latina/x therapist for over 15 years, I have had the pleasure to work with college students, adults, emerging adults, domestic violence survivors, bilingual immigrants and, LGB and transgender community members. At times, it can be difficult to navigate our lives and relationships, and we might feel sad, angry, or overwhelmed. Therapy can be one way to get the support you need to feel better, learn, grow, heal, and thrive in your life and relationships. I will help you achieve that.
I love being a therapist and witnessing the transformation that can happen in therapy.
Hello/Saludos. I welcome you to the start of your therapy journey and your desire to learn about yourself, and heal. As a bilingual Latina/x therapist for over 15 years, I have had the pleasure to work with college students, adults, emerging adults, domestic violence survivors, bilingual immigrants and, LGB and transgender community members. At times, it can be difficult to navigate our lives and relationships, and we might feel sad, angry, or overwhelmed. Therapy can be one way to get the support you need to feel better, learn, grow, heal, and thrive in your life and relationships. I will help you achieve that.
OC Teen Center- Adolescent and Teen Mental Health
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91740
If your child has depression, anxiety, self harm, suicidal ideation, or trans/identity issues please call us.
Dr. Lauren Armstrong is a highly passionate licensed clinical psychologist and Clinical Director with a PsyD from Pepperdine University, and has been working with children and adolescents for the past ten years. She is an expert in working with challenging psychological presentations such as trauma, self harm, mood changes, aggression, and other unsafe or maladaptive coping mechanisms. Dr. Lauren always believes in her patients, even when everyone else has stopped believing in them. She never loses hope, and tirelessly works with patients and their families on improving their relationships, coping skills, and positive change.
If your child has depression, anxiety, self harm, suicidal ideation, or trans/identity issues please call us.
Dr. Lauren Armstrong is a highly passionate licensed clinical psychologist and Clinical Director with a PsyD from Pepperdine University, and has been working with children and adolescents for the past ten years. She is an expert in working with challenging psychological presentations such as trauma, self harm, mood changes, aggression, and other unsafe or maladaptive coping mechanisms. Dr. Lauren always believes in her patients, even when everyone else has stopped believing in them. She never loses hope, and tirelessly works with patients and their families on improving their relationships, coping skills, and positive change.
My specialties include working with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, difficulties with concentration, feeling stuck, Trauma work, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, and attachment concerns.
I have worked with clients of all ages and walks of life. Some struggling with feelings that weren’t so pleasant, and others wanting to understand how and why they came to be where they are in life. As a therapist, I value meaningful connection with my clients, unconditional understanding, and non-judgement. My hope is that we can make those, sometimes difficult, connections together! I am a post doctoral fellow supervised by Dr. Lauren Franks (PSY 29013) at Brighter Future psychological services.
My specialties include working with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, difficulties with concentration, feeling stuck, Trauma work, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, and attachment concerns.
I have worked with clients of all ages and walks of life. Some struggling with feelings that weren’t so pleasant, and others wanting to understand how and why they came to be where they are in life. As a therapist, I value meaningful connection with my clients, unconditional understanding, and non-judgement. My hope is that we can make those, sometimes difficult, connections together! I am a post doctoral fellow supervised by Dr. Lauren Franks (PSY 29013) at Brighter Future psychological services.
I have passionately devoted 26 years working in this industry. Helping individuals and families is my inherent calling. It seems we all can use help and assistance with life changes and crisis. Asking for guidance and help can be difficult, but a courageous and likely a necessary decision. Therapy can give you tools to fight low self-esteem, isolation and help teat a variety of problems. Some common reasons people seek therapy include: depression, marital/romantic relationship problems, explore gender identities, LGBTQIA, sexual problems, stress, anxiety, grief and other interpersonal issues.
I have passionately devoted 26 years working in this industry. Helping individuals and families is my inherent calling. It seems we all can use help and assistance with life changes and crisis. Asking for guidance and help can be difficult, but a courageous and likely a necessary decision. Therapy can give you tools to fight low self-esteem, isolation and help teat a variety of problems. Some common reasons people seek therapy include: depression, marital/romantic relationship problems, explore gender identities, LGBTQIA, sexual problems, stress, anxiety, grief and other interpersonal issues.
Jackie Hager
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91741 (Online Only)
I view therapy as a collaborative process that permits trust and growth to occur. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a long history of working with clients from diverse populations and cultural backgrounds. I work towards recognizing your existing skills and strengths, and personalizing your treatment based on your needs and goals. I pull from a variety of therapeutic techniques and theories to treat a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, LGBTQ issues, bipolar disorder, relationship difficulties, and other life transitions.
I view therapy as a collaborative process that permits trust and growth to occur. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a long history of working with clients from diverse populations and cultural backgrounds. I work towards recognizing your existing skills and strengths, and personalizing your treatment based on your needs and goals. I pull from a variety of therapeutic techniques and theories to treat a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, LGBTQ issues, bipolar disorder, relationship difficulties, and other life transitions.
Sarah Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91740
Waitlist for new clients
Do you want to break free from painful experiences in your past? You can heal the wounds that have been holding you back, and live your life more authentically and joyfully. I work with people who are survivors of trauma, such as childhood abuse and neglect, intimate partner violence, and sexual abuse and assault, or are adult children of alcoholics and dysfunctional families. I'm also a sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirmative, polyamory-friendly and kink-informed therapist, and I'm passionate about helping clients with issues regarding sexuality and sexual identity. Let's work together to make meaningful and lasting changes.
Do you want to break free from painful experiences in your past? You can heal the wounds that have been holding you back, and live your life more authentically and joyfully. I work with people who are survivors of trauma, such as childhood abuse and neglect, intimate partner violence, and sexual abuse and assault, or are adult children of alcoholics and dysfunctional families. I'm also a sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirmative, polyamory-friendly and kink-informed therapist, and I'm passionate about helping clients with issues regarding sexuality and sexual identity. Let's work together to make meaningful and lasting changes.
Hello! I am Dr. Efrain Zepeda. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Social Worker. In the past 23 years of working as a mental health professional, one important lesson I have learned is that the most powerful therapeutic intervention is found in the interpersonal experience that occurs in the client-therapist relationship.
Hello! I am Dr. Efrain Zepeda. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Social Worker. In the past 23 years of working as a mental health professional, one important lesson I have learned is that the most powerful therapeutic intervention is found in the interpersonal experience that occurs in the client-therapist relationship.
Marta Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91741
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed by life's challenges? I can help. With 25 years of experience in mental health, I offer a supportive partnership to guide you toward wellness, positive emotional health, and personal fulfillment. Together, we will work collaboratively to empower you with the tools needed to create meaningful changes in your daily life, improving your emotional state and overall situation. I am passionate about working with individuals who are motivated and open to tapping into their inner strength, fostering growth and emotional evolution. Let's start this transformative journey together.
Feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed by life's challenges? I can help. With 25 years of experience in mental health, I offer a supportive partnership to guide you toward wellness, positive emotional health, and personal fulfillment. Together, we will work collaboratively to empower you with the tools needed to create meaningful changes in your daily life, improving your emotional state and overall situation. I am passionate about working with individuals who are motivated and open to tapping into their inner strength, fostering growth and emotional evolution. Let's start this transformative journey together.
There are times in life when we need to talk....with someone who not only listens, but offers support and clarity with thoughtful feedback. I am a seasoned therapist offering a nurturing and safe environment to process your concerns and stress. I offer a complimentary consultation to see if its a good fit. Please visit my website glendareidpsychotherapy.com for further information.
There are times in life when we need to talk....with someone who not only listens, but offers support and clarity with thoughtful feedback. I am a seasoned therapist offering a nurturing and safe environment to process your concerns and stress. I offer a complimentary consultation to see if its a good fit. Please visit my website glendareidpsychotherapy.com for further information.
Eric T. Weaver
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91741
I often meet with people who have relationships, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are stuck in painful patterns. Knowing how to untangle the hurtful dynamic, find a deeper understanding of what caused it, and bring back a sense of control and peace is what I specialize in. I have extensive experience working with trauma and I know how to come alongside my clients to gently and quickly start the process of healing and lasting change. I would love to sit down with you and hear what your journey has been like.
I often meet with people who have relationships, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are stuck in painful patterns. Knowing how to untangle the hurtful dynamic, find a deeper understanding of what caused it, and bring back a sense of control and peace is what I specialize in. I have extensive experience working with trauma and I know how to come alongside my clients to gently and quickly start the process of healing and lasting change. I would love to sit down with you and hear what your journey has been like.
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You deserve to live the highest quality of life you can. Often times we try to heal from both emotional and mental pain by seeking out external factors that are rarely in our control only to see minimally lasting results. My work with you would focus on learning to look inwardly for growth and healing. Understanding how your body and mind respond to emotional experiences can help you be in control regardless of the external factors. You have everything you need to heal; you are not "broken" nor do you need "fixing" sometimes we simply get lost along the way.
You deserve to live the highest quality of life you can. Often times we try to heal from both emotional and mental pain by seeking out external factors that are rarely in our control only to see minimally lasting results. My work with you would focus on learning to look inwardly for growth and healing. Understanding how your body and mind respond to emotional experiences can help you be in control regardless of the external factors. You have everything you need to heal; you are not "broken" nor do you need "fixing" sometimes we simply get lost along the way.
I am a compassionate and experienced Psychologist with a strong background in relationship therapy. I provide a therapy that is active, warm and at the same time challenging enough to help you achieve your goals and reach enjoyment in your life. For 20 years, I have helped couples and individuals overcome the obstacles in their relationships and come to a new understanding of their choices and circumstances.
I am a compassionate and experienced Psychologist with a strong background in relationship therapy. I provide a therapy that is active, warm and at the same time challenging enough to help you achieve your goals and reach enjoyment in your life. For 20 years, I have helped couples and individuals overcome the obstacles in their relationships and come to a new understanding of their choices and circumstances.
Si Shen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91741 (Online Only)
Take the first step towards a brighter future, and let's embark on this transformative journey together.
I am Si Shen, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist fluent in both English and Mandarin. My passion lies in providing therapy in a collaborative way to empower my clients on their journey toward a happier and more fulfilling life. By cultivating a safe and non-judgmental space, I create an environment where clients can freely explore, heal, and grow. I am also committed to delivering quality services that have a lasting impact by establishing genuine connections and employing evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Take the first step towards a brighter future, and let's embark on this transformative journey together.
I am Si Shen, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist fluent in both English and Mandarin. My passion lies in providing therapy in a collaborative way to empower my clients on their journey toward a happier and more fulfilling life. By cultivating a safe and non-judgmental space, I create an environment where clients can freely explore, heal, and grow. I am also committed to delivering quality services that have a lasting impact by establishing genuine connections and employing evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Maritza Serrano-Nigro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PPSC, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91741
Life can be challenging, and difficult moments can leave us feeling stressed, depressed, anxious, angry, and at times, all of those emotions at once. Psychotherapy can allow you to explore and identify unhealthy patterns in your life. Through this process, new coping skills occur so that you can feel better and healthier. My focus is on older adolescents, young adults, couples, and families who struggle balancing responsibilities, healthy relationships, and individualized goals. I work with a multicultural lens, and effective therapeutic approaches to ensure your values are honored, and goals are accomplished.
Life can be challenging, and difficult moments can leave us feeling stressed, depressed, anxious, angry, and at times, all of those emotions at once. Psychotherapy can allow you to explore and identify unhealthy patterns in your life. Through this process, new coping skills occur so that you can feel better and healthier. My focus is on older adolescents, young adults, couples, and families who struggle balancing responsibilities, healthy relationships, and individualized goals. I work with a multicultural lens, and effective therapeutic approaches to ensure your values are honored, and goals are accomplished.
Lucia Fernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPSC
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91740 (Online Only)
Life can be very difficult and is often accompanied by many challenges. The feelings accompanied by these challenging times can be felt very intensely often hindering us in other aspects of our life. By exploring the challenges together, I want to help you find ways to tackle them and guide you towards a path of enjoying life and experiencing joy. I want to help you explore difficult times and find meaning in life, to empower you, and feel a sense of control that you might be yearning for. I want to help you move in a positive direction to feel worthy of the life you deserve.
Life can be very difficult and is often accompanied by many challenges. The feelings accompanied by these challenging times can be felt very intensely often hindering us in other aspects of our life. By exploring the challenges together, I want to help you find ways to tackle them and guide you towards a path of enjoying life and experiencing joy. I want to help you explore difficult times and find meaning in life, to empower you, and feel a sense of control that you might be yearning for. I want to help you move in a positive direction to feel worthy of the life you deserve.
As an integrative psychologist, my focus in treatment is considering the different areas that impact a person’s life and well-being. I believe that everyone can heal and change. In my work, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate environment where we can build a trusting and collaborative relationship towards positive change. My approach is to treat the individual by attending to the many areas of their lives, helping them improve everyday functioning, increasing self-efficacy, and fostering healing and growth. I have extensive training working with individuals, couples, and families.
As an integrative psychologist, my focus in treatment is considering the different areas that impact a person’s life and well-being. I believe that everyone can heal and change. In my work, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate environment where we can build a trusting and collaborative relationship towards positive change. My approach is to treat the individual by attending to the many areas of their lives, helping them improve everyday functioning, increasing self-efficacy, and fostering healing and growth. I have extensive training working with individuals, couples, and families.
Ryan Michael Bohm
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MDiv, AMFT
Verified Verified
Glendora, CA 91741
I find joy and honor in walking alongside of someone and listening to their story. Whether you feel stuck in the trauma of the past or you are thinking therapy could be a way to enrich your life, I find it a great privilege to be a companion in your journey. So often, we are unable to progress and move forward in life because we lack someone who will intentionally and compassionately listen. None of us were meant to go alone and my hope is to listen and collaborate with you to enhance your sense of freedom, purpose, and connection.
I find joy and honor in walking alongside of someone and listening to their story. Whether you feel stuck in the trauma of the past or you are thinking therapy could be a way to enrich your life, I find it a great privilege to be a companion in your journey. So often, we are unable to progress and move forward in life because we lack someone who will intentionally and compassionately listen. None of us were meant to go alone and my hope is to listen and collaborate with you to enhance your sense of freedom, purpose, and connection.
IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENT AVAILABILITY! Weekend and evening openings! Something that sets me apart from other therapists is that I bring valuable life experience that greatly compliments my therapeutic style. I know first hand personally and professionally, the value in having a safe, warm place to process our daily struggles and I strive to provide that to every one of my clients. My clients find comfort in learning they have my unconditional support as we work as a team. Clients describe me as compassionate, knowledgeable, humorous, and honest. Children and I get along wonderfully!
IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENT AVAILABILITY! Weekend and evening openings! Something that sets me apart from other therapists is that I bring valuable life experience that greatly compliments my therapeutic style. I know first hand personally and professionally, the value in having a safe, warm place to process our daily struggles and I strive to provide that to every one of my clients. My clients find comfort in learning they have my unconditional support as we work as a team. Clients describe me as compassionate, knowledgeable, humorous, and honest. Children and I get along wonderfully!
Mothers Helping Others
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91741
At MHO Thrive Mental Health and Wellness; we provide individual, couples, and family Therapy. We see children, youth, and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, aggression, and adjustment related challenges. We believe everyone can thrive when given the necessary tools needed to live a balanced and more peaceful life. To schedule an appointment today please call our office. Our Mental health therapists are standing by to assist.
At MHO Thrive Mental Health and Wellness; we provide individual, couples, and family Therapy. We see children, youth, and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, aggression, and adjustment related challenges. We believe everyone can thrive when given the necessary tools needed to live a balanced and more peaceful life. To schedule an appointment today please call our office. Our Mental health therapists are standing by to assist.
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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.