Transgender Therapists in Mountain View, CA
Dr. Smith is a licensed clinical psychologist whose patients include adolescents, adults, and families. She uses insight-oriented and supportive techniques to help patients work through difficult events and feelings. While Dr. Smith defines herself as a generalist in the field of psychology, she does have areas of further experience, including but not limited to the following: Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Drug and Alcohol Treatment, Academic or Work Difficulties, Parent/Adolescent Conflicts, Family Conflicts and Resolution of Grief Issues. Dr.Smith also works with Transgender and Gender Diverse Children and Adolescents.
Dr. Smith is a licensed clinical psychologist whose patients include adolescents, adults, and families. She uses insight-oriented and supportive techniques to help patients work through difficult events and feelings. While Dr. Smith defines herself as a generalist in the field of psychology, she does have areas of further experience, including but not limited to the following: Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Drug and Alcohol Treatment, Academic or Work Difficulties, Parent/Adolescent Conflicts, Family Conflicts and Resolution of Grief Issues. Dr.Smith also works with Transgender and Gender Diverse Children and Adolescents.
Jordan Boehler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94043
I am a practitioner of Mimetic Therapies, which includes RRT, IFS, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Brainspotting! I also provide evaluations and letters to ESAs and Gender Dysphoria diagnoses.
If you could let go of anything, what would it be? I provide short-term, intensive therapy that resolves the cause of your issue. I am a practitioner of Mimetic Therapies. This means I facilitate profound and transformational experiences in the resolution of Trauma/PTSD and Grief/Loss, as well as panic, depression, phobia, and pain for anyone- regardless of background- interested in feeling better. My ideal client is done talking about it, done doing workbooks, done understanding the cause. I connect deeply and directly with the parts of you that have been trying so hard to protect and heal your self and cause them to collaborate.
I am a practitioner of Mimetic Therapies, which includes RRT, IFS, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Brainspotting! I also provide evaluations and letters to ESAs and Gender Dysphoria diagnoses.
If you could let go of anything, what would it be? I provide short-term, intensive therapy that resolves the cause of your issue. I am a practitioner of Mimetic Therapies. This means I facilitate profound and transformational experiences in the resolution of Trauma/PTSD and Grief/Loss, as well as panic, depression, phobia, and pain for anyone- regardless of background- interested in feeling better. My ideal client is done talking about it, done doing workbooks, done understanding the cause. I connect deeply and directly with the parts of you that have been trying so hard to protect and heal your self and cause them to collaborate.
Asking for help is hard. However, once you take that first step, it can be life-changing. Anything is possible by learning practical communication skills and building a positive self-view. My approach prioritizes my client’s needs and input to help them help themselves. I hold degrees in psychology and Biology, which provide an awareness and understanding of biological, chemical, and psychological intersections for mental health treatment.
Asking for help is hard. However, once you take that first step, it can be life-changing. Anything is possible by learning practical communication skills and building a positive self-view. My approach prioritizes my client’s needs and input to help them help themselves. I hold degrees in psychology and Biology, which provide an awareness and understanding of biological, chemical, and psychological intersections for mental health treatment.
Walking through the world with minoritized identities can wear you down. You may feel invisible after years of bridging the chasm between family of origin and chosen family. You may tire of explaining your pronouns or grieve the stigma your queer or non-monogamous relationships face. You may sting from the specific pain of racial discrimination in trusted spaces or not being able to express yourself authentically in your religious community. You may also be feeling anxious, alone, or down in ways unrelated to your identities, but want a therapist equipped to honor these parts of you as you embark on the vulnerable work of change.
Walking through the world with minoritized identities can wear you down. You may feel invisible after years of bridging the chasm between family of origin and chosen family. You may tire of explaining your pronouns or grieve the stigma your queer or non-monogamous relationships face. You may sting from the specific pain of racial discrimination in trusted spaces or not being able to express yourself authentically in your religious community. You may also be feeling anxious, alone, or down in ways unrelated to your identities, but want a therapist equipped to honor these parts of you as you embark on the vulnerable work of change.
Mary Karver
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94035
Therapy is an amazing placebo. You do not NEED a therapist to learn, transform, and grow your awareness of yourself. I firmly believe whatever it is you are seeking to learn, change, or make peace with, you can do it. The benefit of working with a trained therapist who sees you, gives your sense of agency and innate wisdom the respect it deserves, and offers an outside perspective on your experience informed by evidenced-based theory and practice, is that the pace of growth is greatly accelerated.
Therapy is an amazing placebo. You do not NEED a therapist to learn, transform, and grow your awareness of yourself. I firmly believe whatever it is you are seeking to learn, change, or make peace with, you can do it. The benefit of working with a trained therapist who sees you, gives your sense of agency and innate wisdom the respect it deserves, and offers an outside perspective on your experience informed by evidenced-based theory and practice, is that the pace of growth is greatly accelerated.
Jonathan Mattice
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94040 (Online Only)
Welcome and thanks for visiting my site! Communication, it's time to address it. You're right, when communication is going well, things are so much better. I want you to imagine a life where collaborating and feeling truly heard is the norm, not the exception. There is hope! Together, we'll make small, strategic shifts to improve the connection and communication patterns within your relationship. My guidance will help circumvent what I call "Carousel issues", those patterns that keep coming around, time and again. It's time to get off the ride and move forward into what you're relationship can become.
Welcome and thanks for visiting my site! Communication, it's time to address it. You're right, when communication is going well, things are so much better. I want you to imagine a life where collaborating and feeling truly heard is the norm, not the exception. There is hope! Together, we'll make small, strategic shifts to improve the connection and communication patterns within your relationship. My guidance will help circumvent what I call "Carousel issues", those patterns that keep coming around, time and again. It's time to get off the ride and move forward into what you're relationship can become.
Judy Huang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94040 (Online Only)
Change can be rewarding, even exciting, when undertaken with the right support. In these uncertain times, I am committed to providing calming, nourishing help. I am warm, collaborative, understanding, and real. Let's connect so you can tap into greater ease, clarity, and connection.
Change can be rewarding, even exciting, when undertaken with the right support. In these uncertain times, I am committed to providing calming, nourishing help. I am warm, collaborative, understanding, and real. Let's connect so you can tap into greater ease, clarity, and connection.
Rebecca Moreno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94040 (Online Only)
I am comfortable working with a diverse population and a diversity of presenting problems. I have an extensive background working with anxiety-related disorders and can offer several techniques to reduce anxiety. I also specialize in women’s issues and I offer interventions to help navigate some of the mental health concerns women face as related to gender. Helping others through tough transitions and mental health difficulties is my passion. It is the evolution of the client-therapist relationship that drives me to do this work.
I am comfortable working with a diverse population and a diversity of presenting problems. I have an extensive background working with anxiety-related disorders and can offer several techniques to reduce anxiety. I also specialize in women’s issues and I offer interventions to help navigate some of the mental health concerns women face as related to gender. Helping others through tough transitions and mental health difficulties is my passion. It is the evolution of the client-therapist relationship that drives me to do this work.
Rosanna Chang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94040 (Online Only)
Every person that enters into therapy wants the same thing; to give and receive love more freely and fully. I believe this is not only possible it is your divine birthright. I am here to partner with you on your healing journey - to help guide you back to a state of greater freedom, wholeness and connection. In our work together, we aim to activate your innate resiliency, repair old relational injuries and release oppressive binds of shame-based conditioning. I see our work through a lens of possibilities. Most importantly, I already see you as a whole being.
Every person that enters into therapy wants the same thing; to give and receive love more freely and fully. I believe this is not only possible it is your divine birthright. I am here to partner with you on your healing journey - to help guide you back to a state of greater freedom, wholeness and connection. In our work together, we aim to activate your innate resiliency, repair old relational injuries and release oppressive binds of shame-based conditioning. I see our work through a lens of possibilities. Most importantly, I already see you as a whole being.
There is an old saying that in the course of every human life, one encounters 10,000 joys and 10,000 sorrows. Whether we consider ourselves young, old, rich, poor, famous or not, we all are equal in our fundamental experiences: no matter who we are, we experience birth and death, love and heartbreak, joy and despair. I see my role as a therapist as helping my fellow humans deal with the inevitable losses that come with living, be it loss of an identity, loss of self-worth, loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship, loss of joy. Even just the thought of future loss can be painful, leading to persistent anxiety and worry.
There is an old saying that in the course of every human life, one encounters 10,000 joys and 10,000 sorrows. Whether we consider ourselves young, old, rich, poor, famous or not, we all are equal in our fundamental experiences: no matter who we are, we experience birth and death, love and heartbreak, joy and despair. I see my role as a therapist as helping my fellow humans deal with the inevitable losses that come with living, be it loss of an identity, loss of self-worth, loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship, loss of joy. Even just the thought of future loss can be painful, leading to persistent anxiety and worry.
Jared K Leaderman
Counselor, PhD, LPCC, LMHC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Mountain View, CA 94040 (Online Only)
I provide virtual therapy for individual adults in California and Massachusetts. Creating positive change in the face of turbulence in life can often be overwhelming. As a licensed counselor and music therapist with 14 years of experience, I specialize in partnering with adults to discover an empowered response to complex challenges. Through compassionate and skilled care, I support clients in cultivating the wisdom, presence, and skills to live a meaningful and engaged life.
I provide virtual therapy for individual adults in California and Massachusetts. Creating positive change in the face of turbulence in life can often be overwhelming. As a licensed counselor and music therapist with 14 years of experience, I specialize in partnering with adults to discover an empowered response to complex challenges. Through compassionate and skilled care, I support clients in cultivating the wisdom, presence, and skills to live a meaningful and engaged life.
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Sage Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mountain View, CA 94040 (Online Only)
I support clients using bottom-up processing; integrating somatic awareness with cognitive narratives to better support behavior and experience in life. Our bodies keep track of experiences and I help your mind become aware and more aligned so you can walk through the world feeling whole. Regardless of your self-identification, trauma and maladaptive behaviors have shaped how we move through the world and I work to help you live and experience life versus surviving challenges and barriers. From a social justice lens, I support liberating you from social constructs, and helping you settle into what you know best; being you.
I support clients using bottom-up processing; integrating somatic awareness with cognitive narratives to better support behavior and experience in life. Our bodies keep track of experiences and I help your mind become aware and more aligned so you can walk through the world feeling whole. Regardless of your self-identification, trauma and maladaptive behaviors have shaped how we move through the world and I work to help you live and experience life versus surviving challenges and barriers. From a social justice lens, I support liberating you from social constructs, and helping you settle into what you know best; being you.
Are you more isolated than you would like to be ? Do you have social anxiety or depression ? Would you like to worry less about what others think of you ? Would you like to bring more people into your life ? I offer personal effective, and friendly counseling to individuals. My small in-person therapy groups can help you learn new ways to relate to friends, potential partners, and others. The group is very supportive and works to help you go for what you need in life to make your life easier, more fun, and meaningful. Free phone consultation about joining a group: 650 965-7332 or text at this number.
Are you more isolated than you would like to be ? Do you have social anxiety or depression ? Would you like to worry less about what others think of you ? Would you like to bring more people into your life ? I offer personal effective, and friendly counseling to individuals. My small in-person therapy groups can help you learn new ways to relate to friends, potential partners, and others. The group is very supportive and works to help you go for what you need in life to make your life easier, more fun, and meaningful. Free phone consultation about joining a group: 650 965-7332 or text at this number.
Dr. Elizabeth G P Gossett
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mountain View, CA 94040 (Online Only)
I meet people where they are in their life journey. Work and play need to be in balance to make life rewarding. My favorite people to work with are looking to make life more rewarding. I have a practical approach to getting past life's hurdles to what makes one happy. Life transitions can be difficult to navigate, so having guidance for the journey makes it easier. Finding motivators for my clients is my biggest goal, and results in people who are more fulfilled with all aspects of their lives. I use evidence-based treatment (EMDR, CBT, RNR) to move through a precise treatment plan so every client knows where they are going.
I meet people where they are in their life journey. Work and play need to be in balance to make life rewarding. My favorite people to work with are looking to make life more rewarding. I have a practical approach to getting past life's hurdles to what makes one happy. Life transitions can be difficult to navigate, so having guidance for the journey makes it easier. Finding motivators for my clients is my biggest goal, and results in people who are more fulfilled with all aspects of their lives. I use evidence-based treatment (EMDR, CBT, RNR) to move through a precise treatment plan so every client knows where they are going.
Are you tossing and turning in bed, struggling to fall asleep? Are you exhausted, but your brain just will not stop worrying about your day, your ability to fall asleep, and everything else in the world? Are you constantly checking the clock, and despairing? All you want is a good night of restful sleep.
Are you tossing and turning in bed, struggling to fall asleep? Are you exhausted, but your brain just will not stop worrying about your day, your ability to fall asleep, and everything else in the world? Are you constantly checking the clock, and despairing? All you want is a good night of restful sleep.
Erica Skytte
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94041 (Online Only)
I'm Erica, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, and I'm here to support you on your path to healing and personal growth. I understand that reaching out for help can be one of the most challenging things you'll ever do. It requires a willingness to be vulnerable and confront your emotions, and it's not something anyone should face alone. I am passionate about understanding each individuals unique challenges and experiences and use that as the core of my practice. That's why I'm dedicated to providing you with a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can process your thoughts and feelings.
I'm Erica, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, and I'm here to support you on your path to healing and personal growth. I understand that reaching out for help can be one of the most challenging things you'll ever do. It requires a willingness to be vulnerable and confront your emotions, and it's not something anyone should face alone. I am passionate about understanding each individuals unique challenges and experiences and use that as the core of my practice. That's why I'm dedicated to providing you with a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can process your thoughts and feelings.
I believe we are relational beings, and health can be cultivated in intentional, honest, and reciprocal relationships that respect and reveal our inherent dignity. Relationships with others and ourselves hold great promise and power, they can also be the focus of our pain as we move through life. The therapeutic relationship we build together acts as a staging ground and microcosm to help you renew the relationships you have with yourself and others in life. To that end, I endeavor to help you see what may be driving you while also reflecting on what uniquely revealed in your relationships and looking to increase capacity for joy.
I believe we are relational beings, and health can be cultivated in intentional, honest, and reciprocal relationships that respect and reveal our inherent dignity. Relationships with others and ourselves hold great promise and power, they can also be the focus of our pain as we move through life. The therapeutic relationship we build together acts as a staging ground and microcosm to help you renew the relationships you have with yourself and others in life. To that end, I endeavor to help you see what may be driving you while also reflecting on what uniquely revealed in your relationships and looking to increase capacity for joy.
My name is Megan Seco (She/Her) and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Long Beach, CA, and currently offering telehealth services. I work with adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, and trauma and specialize in working with the LGBTQ+, Neurodivergent, and BIPOC communities. I have found my style and approach is most effective for individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, Trauma (CPTSD/PTSD), grief and loss, attachment, and codependency challenges. I often work with LGBTQ+, Neurodivergent, and individuals navigating within marginalized communities.
My name is Megan Seco (She/Her) and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Long Beach, CA, and currently offering telehealth services. I work with adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, and trauma and specialize in working with the LGBTQ+, Neurodivergent, and BIPOC communities. I have found my style and approach is most effective for individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, Trauma (CPTSD/PTSD), grief and loss, attachment, and codependency challenges. I often work with LGBTQ+, Neurodivergent, and individuals navigating within marginalized communities.
Brandon Hyatt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94040 (Online Only)
My approach as a therapist is simple, I meet my clients where they are so we can reach their goals collaboratively. As a therapist, I work for my clients and understand that we are all different and that what works for some won't work for others. My job is to help people achieve the change/goals/ etc that they want to achieve. To accomplish that I work collaboratively with my clients to understand their goals, what contributes to their situation, and what skills/changes we need to create/uncover to create the changes they are looking for.
My approach as a therapist is simple, I meet my clients where they are so we can reach their goals collaboratively. As a therapist, I work for my clients and understand that we are all different and that what works for some won't work for others. My job is to help people achieve the change/goals/ etc that they want to achieve. To accomplish that I work collaboratively with my clients to understand their goals, what contributes to their situation, and what skills/changes we need to create/uncover to create the changes they are looking for.
Dr. DiFabio is a licensed clinical psychologist and owner of Merit Psychology Group, A Professional Psychology Corporation. Dr. DiFabio conducts psychological, psychoeducational and learning disorder assessments. More specifically she completes assessment of personality, ADHD, ASD, learning disorders, and cognitive issues in children, teens, and adults. Dr. DiFabio also provides second opinions related to previous diagnoses. And, Dr. DiFabio performs forensic assessment with medico-legal questions (ex. Competency, VAWA).
Dr. DiFabio is a licensed clinical psychologist and owner of Merit Psychology Group, A Professional Psychology Corporation. Dr. DiFabio conducts psychological, psychoeducational and learning disorder assessments. More specifically she completes assessment of personality, ADHD, ASD, learning disorders, and cognitive issues in children, teens, and adults. Dr. DiFabio also provides second opinions related to previous diagnoses. And, Dr. DiFabio performs forensic assessment with medico-legal questions (ex. Competency, VAWA).
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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.