LGBTQ+ Therapists in Kensington, San Diego, CA
Zaire Flowers
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116 (Online Only)
As a transgender, black, and openly queer therapist, I have the skills and experience to help you reach your true potential.
Are you a Black, Queer, Trans, or differently-abled person ready to live authentically with no regrets? I'll help you build the confidence and self-love that will get you there. Discover a life where self-expression thrives and empowerment reigns! I help people of all genders, sexual orientations, races, and religions overcome their internalized oppression and step into a better future. Learn how to eliminate the emotional obstacles that are blocking the path to your best life. Discover delight, balance, and confidence in your own skin. Change the way you live and experience the life that is rightfully yours!
As a transgender, black, and openly queer therapist, I have the skills and experience to help you reach your true potential.
Are you a Black, Queer, Trans, or differently-abled person ready to live authentically with no regrets? I'll help you build the confidence and self-love that will get you there. Discover a life where self-expression thrives and empowerment reigns! I help people of all genders, sexual orientations, races, and religions overcome their internalized oppression and step into a better future. Learn how to eliminate the emotional obstacles that are blocking the path to your best life. Discover delight, balance, and confidence in your own skin. Change the way you live and experience the life that is rightfully yours!
Esmeralda S Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CCHT, RRT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116 (Online Only)
Are you stuck in an area of your life and don't know how to fix it?
Need to improve the quality of your relationships, your career, and your mental health?
It's amazing what life throws at you and how you adjust to cope. You get comfortable with these changes...even if they're unhealthy!
I'm here to help you create the life and relationships you want and deserve.
My treatment is short-term; Many issues are solved in as little as 4 sessions, instead of taking months or years. You'll feel better after your first session!
Are you stuck in an area of your life and don't know how to fix it?
Need to improve the quality of your relationships, your career, and your mental health?
It's amazing what life throws at you and how you adjust to cope. You get comfortable with these changes...even if they're unhealthy!
I'm here to help you create the life and relationships you want and deserve.
My treatment is short-term; Many issues are solved in as little as 4 sessions, instead of taking months or years. You'll feel better after your first session!
Edith Romero-Cabral
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116
If you feel lost and are struggling with issues like; life changes, feeling stuck, and depression, it can be difficult to know where to turn and how to get help. Maybe you feel like this more often than not, and it has become a new normal that you can't shake. What if there was a way for you to break out of this cycle? What if I could teach you to change your situation? As a Spanish speaking military spouse, student, professional, and mother, I’ve learned to successfully adjust to different cultures and new situations at any time. I can help you develop these skills too.
If you feel lost and are struggling with issues like; life changes, feeling stuck, and depression, it can be difficult to know where to turn and how to get help. Maybe you feel like this more often than not, and it has become a new normal that you can't shake. What if there was a way for you to break out of this cycle? What if I could teach you to change your situation? As a Spanish speaking military spouse, student, professional, and mother, I’ve learned to successfully adjust to different cultures and new situations at any time. I can help you develop these skills too.
Shane Padamada
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116 (Online Only)
Are you dealing with a major life transition, job loss, or losing a significant relationship? I'll help you work through these painful issues and much more. You'll learn how to train your brain to function better - Sharpen your attention, relieve your anxiety, enhance your mood and improve your behavior...all without re-living any traumatic experiences. My process works fast. The best thing is that it's simple, painless, and non-invasive. You'll discover natural ways to improve your mind, your body, and find your inner peace. You'll learn to make conscious, healthy decisions for yourself to dramatically improve your life.
Are you dealing with a major life transition, job loss, or losing a significant relationship? I'll help you work through these painful issues and much more. You'll learn how to train your brain to function better - Sharpen your attention, relieve your anxiety, enhance your mood and improve your behavior...all without re-living any traumatic experiences. My process works fast. The best thing is that it's simple, painless, and non-invasive. You'll discover natural ways to improve your mind, your body, and find your inner peace. You'll learn to make conscious, healthy decisions for yourself to dramatically improve your life.
Debbra Wagner, LMFT Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BBS-SME
Verified Verified
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116
Looking into therapy is a positive first step. I believe therapy can offer healing and hope for individuals, couples, and families who desire nurturing and fulfilling relationships as well as the ability to manage and overcome mental health challenges. As a licensed psychotherapist, my passion is to help you navigate through life's difficulties and to empower you to regain health and balance in your life. Seeking professional help takes courage, and people of all life stages will find a safe and supportive environment where such issues can be addressed.
Looking into therapy is a positive first step. I believe therapy can offer healing and hope for individuals, couples, and families who desire nurturing and fulfilling relationships as well as the ability to manage and overcome mental health challenges. As a licensed psychotherapist, my passion is to help you navigate through life's difficulties and to empower you to regain health and balance in your life. Seeking professional help takes courage, and people of all life stages will find a safe and supportive environment where such issues can be addressed.
Kelly Carll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116 (Online Only)
Navigating life's transitions? You don't have to do it alone. As a seasoned social worker with over 12 years of experience, I specialize in guiding adults through life's challenges, big and small. Whether you're grappling with self-doubt, adjusting to a new medical diagnosis, overcoming substance use issues, managing caregiving responsibilities, dealing with financial stress, processing grief and loss, or addressing mental health concerns, I'm here to help you find your footing.
Navigating life's transitions? You don't have to do it alone. As a seasoned social worker with over 12 years of experience, I specialize in guiding adults through life's challenges, big and small. Whether you're grappling with self-doubt, adjusting to a new medical diagnosis, overcoming substance use issues, managing caregiving responsibilities, dealing with financial stress, processing grief and loss, or addressing mental health concerns, I'm here to help you find your footing.
Jennifer Leone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116 (Online Only)
I work with professional adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief issues, and relational conflict/recovery. You must be ready to work to make deep, lasting changes - I help you use your own strengths while teaching you new skills to manage unhelpful habits. If you are coming to therapy to create a deeper, more meaningful existence, I can assist in eliciting the best in you.
I work with professional adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief issues, and relational conflict/recovery. You must be ready to work to make deep, lasting changes - I help you use your own strengths while teaching you new skills to manage unhelpful habits. If you are coming to therapy to create a deeper, more meaningful existence, I can assist in eliciting the best in you.
Anna Barbara Dowd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116 (Online Only)
I'm a first generation Polish-American. Learning a new language, adapting to a new country and establishing my identity taught me about resilience, embracing change, and working hard. Whatever issues you face, I know you are resilient. You have unique strengths with the ability to change and grow. My passion is counseling families, couples, children, adolescents and adults. My approach is holistic, which covers your total wellbeing - Physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. I'll help you use your own values, skills, and knowledge to heal troubling issues and live a much better life - One with greater meaning to it.
I'm a first generation Polish-American. Learning a new language, adapting to a new country and establishing my identity taught me about resilience, embracing change, and working hard. Whatever issues you face, I know you are resilient. You have unique strengths with the ability to change and grow. My passion is counseling families, couples, children, adolescents and adults. My approach is holistic, which covers your total wellbeing - Physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. I'll help you use your own values, skills, and knowledge to heal troubling issues and live a much better life - One with greater meaning to it.
Brittany Woodard
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116 (Online Only)
Using humor combined with spirituality, you will clarify and transform any uncertainties into opportunities for becoming the person you were meant to be.
Do you find that your worries and fears are stopping you from truly enjoying your life? A Healing journey with Brittany (that's me) is more than just therapy: it's a lighthearted but intelligent way to transform your challenges, stress, fears and difficult feelings into a better version of YOU. My sessions blend deep dialog with guided meditation and mindful activities. I will encourage you to break out of your comfort zone, have fun, and let loose!
Using humor combined with spirituality, you will clarify and transform any uncertainties into opportunities for becoming the person you were meant to be.
Do you find that your worries and fears are stopping you from truly enjoying your life? A Healing journey with Brittany (that's me) is more than just therapy: it's a lighthearted but intelligent way to transform your challenges, stress, fears and difficult feelings into a better version of YOU. My sessions blend deep dialog with guided meditation and mindful activities. I will encourage you to break out of your comfort zone, have fun, and let loose!
Deborah Abblitt Wagner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116
Welcome! Finding a therapist that you connect with can be the first step towards healing and feeling better. Whether you're suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD or just feeling stuck, therapy can offer many benefits. Sometimes there are just seasons in our lives that are more difficult than others. I believe that these seasons can provide insight and growth opportunities. If together we can look at what is causing your suffering, perhaps you can learn something about yourself and start to heal. But first you must start the journey. Say yes to that part of yourself that wants to heal.
Welcome! Finding a therapist that you connect with can be the first step towards healing and feeling better. Whether you're suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD or just feeling stuck, therapy can offer many benefits. Sometimes there are just seasons in our lives that are more difficult than others. I believe that these seasons can provide insight and growth opportunities. If together we can look at what is causing your suffering, perhaps you can learn something about yourself and start to heal. But first you must start the journey. Say yes to that part of yourself that wants to heal.
Lorenza Fabre Vega
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116 (Online Only)
I focus on addressing issues related to self-esteem, self-image, bereavement, grief and loss, and life transitions.
Are you feeling stressed, alone, or not like yourself? Is it difficulty to connect with your loved ones or enjoy your everyday life? Do you need help finding your authentic self? Having a space for exploration without judgement might be what you need. Achieving your goal is possible, you might just need a little bit of help!
I focus on addressing issues related to self-esteem, self-image, bereavement, grief and loss, and life transitions.
Are you feeling stressed, alone, or not like yourself? Is it difficulty to connect with your loved ones or enjoy your everyday life? Do you need help finding your authentic self? Having a space for exploration without judgement might be what you need. Achieving your goal is possible, you might just need a little bit of help!
Online Therapists
Linda Huey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
My hope is to help you remove whatever is keeping you from being the best version of yourself you can be. This often means looking at the things that make us feel vulnerable.. This isn't always easy considering that vulnerability is often considered a weakness. Supporting my clients to transform vulnerabilities into strengths is what I do best. And sometimes asking for help can be the hardest thing to do. It is through connection that we grow and become our authentic selves. I have been licensed since 2001. My experience includes working with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, LGBTQ, and bicultural issues.
My hope is to help you remove whatever is keeping you from being the best version of yourself you can be. This often means looking at the things that make us feel vulnerable.. This isn't always easy considering that vulnerability is often considered a weakness. Supporting my clients to transform vulnerabilities into strengths is what I do best. And sometimes asking for help can be the hardest thing to do. It is through connection that we grow and become our authentic selves. I have been licensed since 2001. My experience includes working with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, LGBTQ, and bicultural issues.
Paul Brazzel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
I am LGBTQIA+ supportive.
People often seek therapy for support, personal growth and to help identify and change troubling thoughts, behaviors or emotions. Others are looking for growth in the areas of relationships, mood, communication, stress management and to improve the integration of one's identity and values. I work hard to create a trusting, safe, objective, and confidential environment so individuals can reach their goals and have improvements in emotional and psychological well being. My primary goal is to offer a safe and supportive place for change. Throughout the process, I will encourage, guide, challenge and collaborate with you.
I am LGBTQIA+ supportive.
People often seek therapy for support, personal growth and to help identify and change troubling thoughts, behaviors or emotions. Others are looking for growth in the areas of relationships, mood, communication, stress management and to improve the integration of one's identity and values. I work hard to create a trusting, safe, objective, and confidential environment so individuals can reach their goals and have improvements in emotional and psychological well being. My primary goal is to offer a safe and supportive place for change. Throughout the process, I will encourage, guide, challenge and collaborate with you.
I look forward to working with folks ready for transformation and healing! Please email me to schedule a free phone consultation.
My name is Ezak and my pronouns are they, them, theirs. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Gender Specialist at Diaspora Therapy Group. I utilize a person-centered and strengths-based approach and I have been trained through a multicultural and trauma-informed lens. I work with adolescents and adults wanting to make a change in their life and I work collaboratively with my clients to identify their goals.
I look forward to working with folks ready for transformation and healing! Please email me to schedule a free phone consultation.
My name is Ezak and my pronouns are they, them, theirs. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Gender Specialist at Diaspora Therapy Group. I utilize a person-centered and strengths-based approach and I have been trained through a multicultural and trauma-informed lens. I work with adolescents and adults wanting to make a change in their life and I work collaboratively with my clients to identify their goals.
Hi there, welcome! My specialty areas include trauma, relationships and body image issues. As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, my passions include working with the LGBTQIA+ community, and neurodivergent clients (ADHD, autism, PDA traits). As a neurodiversity affirming provider, I see all neurotypes as equal, and not an issue that needs "treatment". Rather, it is a process of finding your way back to yourself and who you really are. Additionally, I work with the ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, and kink/BDSM community. I work with individuals, teens, and couples and enjoy working with all relationship structures.
Hi there, welcome! My specialty areas include trauma, relationships and body image issues. As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, my passions include working with the LGBTQIA+ community, and neurodivergent clients (ADHD, autism, PDA traits). As a neurodiversity affirming provider, I see all neurotypes as equal, and not an issue that needs "treatment". Rather, it is a process of finding your way back to yourself and who you really are. Additionally, I work with the ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, and kink/BDSM community. I work with individuals, teens, and couples and enjoy working with all relationship structures.
Rainbow Connection Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103 (Online Only)
We understand the unique challenges and experiences faced by LGBTQ+ individuals, and we tailor our therapy to meet your specific needs.
Are you looking for a therapist who understands your unique experiences as a BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ person? Do you want to work with someone who is compassionate, affirming, and culturally responsive? Are you looking for a clinician with shared lived experiences? If so, then you're in the right place. Rainbow Connection Counseling Collective is a group of licensed queer and/or BIPOC therapists who are passionate about helping people heal and thrive. We provide culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and compassionate psychotherapy and counseling.
We understand the unique challenges and experiences faced by LGBTQ+ individuals, and we tailor our therapy to meet your specific needs.
Are you looking for a therapist who understands your unique experiences as a BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ person? Do you want to work with someone who is compassionate, affirming, and culturally responsive? Are you looking for a clinician with shared lived experiences? If so, then you're in the right place. Rainbow Connection Counseling Collective is a group of licensed queer and/or BIPOC therapists who are passionate about helping people heal and thrive. We provide culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and compassionate psychotherapy and counseling.
This can include issues of identity, orientation, systemic issues, and communication barriers that might be impacting a transition or feeling of stability.
We are all continually moving through different spaces trying to establish who we are and what is important to us. Adjusting to these environments can be especially difficult if who you are is not embraced, whether it is within your family, at work, in the military, in a social group, or faith-based community. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I am an advocate for underrepresented individuals and communities, and try to be affirming to those struggling with being accepted or understood. Therapy can be a space to better recognize your needs, your values, and how to cope more effectively.
This can include issues of identity, orientation, systemic issues, and communication barriers that might be impacting a transition or feeling of stability.
We are all continually moving through different spaces trying to establish who we are and what is important to us. Adjusting to these environments can be especially difficult if who you are is not embraced, whether it is within your family, at work, in the military, in a social group, or faith-based community. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I am an advocate for underrepresented individuals and communities, and try to be affirming to those struggling with being accepted or understood. Therapy can be a space to better recognize your needs, your values, and how to cope more effectively.
I specialize in supporting mixed race and queer folks heal in ways that feel ancestral.
Coming from a mixed background is incredible! But sometimes it can feel like you are not enough or you’re doing too much at the same. damn. time! No matter what you do, someone isn’t going to like it. It's as if all your different parts are kept separate and it's hard to feel like anyone can see or know the whole you. This feeling keeps you closed off from others - and yourself. You’re constantly regulating yourself and “acting right” but that shit is painful. You don’t ever feel fully free.
I specialize in supporting mixed race and queer folks heal in ways that feel ancestral.
Coming from a mixed background is incredible! But sometimes it can feel like you are not enough or you’re doing too much at the same. damn. time! No matter what you do, someone isn’t going to like it. It's as if all your different parts are kept separate and it's hard to feel like anyone can see or know the whole you. This feeling keeps you closed off from others - and yourself. You’re constantly regulating yourself and “acting right” but that shit is painful. You don’t ever feel fully free.
Hello! I am Dr. Melissa Kae, a licensed psychologist offering online therapy in California. Are you struggling with clarifying your identity or with fitting into the LGBTQ+ community? Are you struggling with anxiety, self doubt, beating yourself up mentally or having low self esteem? Have you been feeling overwhelmed, struggling with perfectionism or have difficulty making active choices in your life? I can help you manage these difficulties more effectively to achieve better balance, improve relationships and get to the core of unresolved difficult experiences. To learn more visit my website at www.forgethekey.com.
Hello! I am Dr. Melissa Kae, a licensed psychologist offering online therapy in California. Are you struggling with clarifying your identity or with fitting into the LGBTQ+ community? Are you struggling with anxiety, self doubt, beating yourself up mentally or having low self esteem? Have you been feeling overwhelmed, struggling with perfectionism or have difficulty making active choices in your life? I can help you manage these difficulties more effectively to achieve better balance, improve relationships and get to the core of unresolved difficult experiences. To learn more visit my website at www.forgethekey.com.
Are you looking for a therapist who understands you and your life experience? Do you have questions about mental health, sexuality, kinks, and relationships that you have never been able to talk to a therapist about? I am an experienced counselor who specializes in understanding and helping you. I identify as a gay, poly, Korean American counselor (he/him). With my help you can better understand yourself and find healing through my effective use of my cultural awareness, cognitive, and self-compassion based therapies.
Are you looking for a therapist who understands you and your life experience? Do you have questions about mental health, sexuality, kinks, and relationships that you have never been able to talk to a therapist about? I am an experienced counselor who specializes in understanding and helping you. I identify as a gay, poly, Korean American counselor (he/him). With my help you can better understand yourself and find healing through my effective use of my cultural awareness, cognitive, and self-compassion based therapies.
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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.