LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Yorba Linda, CA
Alexandra Rosenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals and couples.
You're not exactly sure why, but sometimes you feel alone even when there are other people around. It's overwhelming navigating through shame and trying to find self-acceptance. Maybe you are feeling as if you don't know exactly who you are and are having difficulties with your relationships. Or maybe that you lose yourself in some relationships. Either way, you feel an emptiness that seems like no one else will understand. Despite not knowing exactly how to shake this feeling, you know that it's time for change.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals and couples.
You're not exactly sure why, but sometimes you feel alone even when there are other people around. It's overwhelming navigating through shame and trying to find self-acceptance. Maybe you are feeling as if you don't know exactly who you are and are having difficulties with your relationships. Or maybe that you lose yourself in some relationships. Either way, you feel an emptiness that seems like no one else will understand. Despite not knowing exactly how to shake this feeling, you know that it's time for change.
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, which I identify as gay or queer, I particularly focus on this population as we tend to be a marginalized community.
Hello, I am Liam Huntley, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have been working in Social Services/Social Work/Therapy for over 20 years and in Private Practice since March 2022. My main goal as a therapist when working with my clients is to help you see the truth of who you are and what you can be. It may sound strange to hear, but I love working with Trauma, whether it's from family of origin, childhood, or from today's world. I love this area because it is often the driving force of what is creating distress in our lives, and can often show up as Depression or Anxiety among other diagnoses.
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, which I identify as gay or queer, I particularly focus on this population as we tend to be a marginalized community.
Hello, I am Liam Huntley, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have been working in Social Services/Social Work/Therapy for over 20 years and in Private Practice since March 2022. My main goal as a therapist when working with my clients is to help you see the truth of who you are and what you can be. It may sound strange to hear, but I love working with Trauma, whether it's from family of origin, childhood, or from today's world. I love this area because it is often the driving force of what is creating distress in our lives, and can often show up as Depression or Anxiety among other diagnoses.
Pillow Talk Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, she/her
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Yorba Linda, CA 92887 (Online Only)
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Schedule free 15 min consultation at www.pillowtalktherapy.com to start! Couples/Relationship Therapy (LGBTQIA+ and poly/kink affirming), Sex Therapy (physical/emotional issues affecting sexual relationship), Trauma (IFS); PRIVATE PAY ONLY (can provide superbill but cannot guarantee insurance payment). Currently offering telehealth only for clients within California and Florida.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Schedule free 15 min consultation at www.pillowtalktherapy.com to start! Couples/Relationship Therapy (LGBTQIA+ and poly/kink affirming), Sex Therapy (physical/emotional issues affecting sexual relationship), Trauma (IFS); PRIVATE PAY ONLY (can provide superbill but cannot guarantee insurance payment). Currently offering telehealth only for clients within California and Florida.
I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families struggling with relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, grief and loss, LGBTQ issues, low self-esteem and other challenges of everyday life.
I believe you can change our life. But you don't have to do it alone. I'm committed to helping people just like you overcome obstacles that are holding them back and preventing them from living a happier and healthier life. Do you feel stuck or hopeless? Are you looking for more balance in your life? Are you trying to figure out who you are? Maybe you're struggling with relationships, anxiety or depression. Life's challenges can be overwhelming and we all need help at times.
I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families struggling with relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, grief and loss, LGBTQ issues, low self-esteem and other challenges of everyday life.
I believe you can change our life. But you don't have to do it alone. I'm committed to helping people just like you overcome obstacles that are holding them back and preventing them from living a happier and healthier life. Do you feel stuck or hopeless? Are you looking for more balance in your life? Are you trying to figure out who you are? Maybe you're struggling with relationships, anxiety or depression. Life's challenges can be overwhelming and we all need help at times.
Sometimes we just need a little hope that things can get better...I want to help you find that hope! I have worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds, but I find my work with teens to be particularly rewarding. I strive to ensure that clients feel welcome and safe when working with me. I am also LGBTQ+ affirming.
Sometimes we just need a little hope that things can get better...I want to help you find that hope! I have worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds, but I find my work with teens to be particularly rewarding. I strive to ensure that clients feel welcome and safe when working with me. I am also LGBTQ+ affirming.
Scott Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (Online Only)
I identify as Mexican-American, gay, and ex-military.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
I identify as Mexican-American, gay, and ex-military.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
Scott Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (Online Only)
I identify as Mexican-American, gay, and ex-military.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
I identify as Mexican-American, gay, and ex-military.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
Scott D Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (Online Only)
I identify as Mexican-American, gay, and ex-military.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
I identify as Mexican-American, gay, and ex-military.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
Scott D Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (Online Only)
I identify as Mexican-American, gay, and ex-military.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
I identify as Mexican-American, gay, and ex-military.
To me, a large part of therapy is about grieving, acceptance, and peace within ourselves and others; I am particularly good at helping people get in touch with their feelings. I tend to work with the heavier side of therapy, that include drug/ alcohol /cannabis addiction, domestic violence, narcissism, borderline, sex/porn addiction, sex offense, sexual shame, couples working through sobriety-recovery dynamics, infidelity, poly relationships, court, and anger management. I tend to work really well with those who enjoy dark humor, who are avoidant by nature, and those who are seeking redemption from guilt/shame.
Korean-American couples and families (especially those with 2nd generation Korean-American children), children and adolescents, pre-marital counseling, parenting, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, obssesion, sexual identity issues including gay, lesbian, & bisexual orientations, eating disorders, self-mutilation, sexual abuse, gambling, shop lifting, & drug abuse.
I am a 1st generation Korean-American therapist who is fluent in both English and Korean. I am very familiar with the issues that divide 1st and 2nd generation Korean-Americans. Additionally, as an MFT professor I teach a graduate-level counseling course at a local university and supervise interns who are working towards becoming eligible to take their licensing examination. Specifically, I would like to serve as a mediator between 1st and 2nd generation Korean-Americans, catering to the unique generational differences they face so that their families may live together happily. My specialties are as follows:
Korean-American couples and families (especially those with 2nd generation Korean-American children), children and adolescents, pre-marital counseling, parenting, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, obssesion, sexual identity issues including gay, lesbian, & bisexual orientations, eating disorders, self-mutilation, sexual abuse, gambling, shop lifting, & drug abuse.
I am a 1st generation Korean-American therapist who is fluent in both English and Korean. I am very familiar with the issues that divide 1st and 2nd generation Korean-Americans. Additionally, as an MFT professor I teach a graduate-level counseling course at a local university and supervise interns who are working towards becoming eligible to take their licensing examination. Specifically, I would like to serve as a mediator between 1st and 2nd generation Korean-Americans, catering to the unique generational differences they face so that their families may live together happily. My specialties are as follows:
Jacqueline Plante
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Additionally I have experience supporting infertility, infidelity, and LGBTQ+ relationships.
My passion is connection, and my goal is to help you sift through the myriad of things that exist to get in the way of that connection. I work from a dual lens of attachment and intersectional feminism that seeks to understand how our relationship with our caregiver forms the way we seek interaction, and in which ways our social location is impacted by systems in our world. In other words, the melding of our past and our present. While I don't believe in eliminating relationship challenges, I do believe that our understanding of ourselves helps us to navigate challenges in a way that feels safe, manageable, and easeful.
Additionally I have experience supporting infertility, infidelity, and LGBTQ+ relationships.
My passion is connection, and my goal is to help you sift through the myriad of things that exist to get in the way of that connection. I work from a dual lens of attachment and intersectional feminism that seeks to understand how our relationship with our caregiver forms the way we seek interaction, and in which ways our social location is impacted by systems in our world. In other words, the melding of our past and our present. While I don't believe in eliminating relationship challenges, I do believe that our understanding of ourselves helps us to navigate challenges in a way that feels safe, manageable, and easeful.
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Auria Zahed
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yorba Linda, CA 92887 (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Auria Zahed, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with adults who are struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression due to the impacts of a negative self-talk, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or feeling "stuck". In each therapy session, I focus on mental well-being and emotional awareness, and my approach is a combination of a few therapeutic modalities. My sessions incorporate healing past traumas alongside accomplishing present goals. I currently specialize in working with women, victims of narcissistic abuse, and clients who identify as LGBTQ+ and/or BIPOC.
Hi there! My name is Auria Zahed, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with adults who are struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression due to the impacts of a negative self-talk, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or feeling "stuck". In each therapy session, I focus on mental well-being and emotional awareness, and my approach is a combination of a few therapeutic modalities. My sessions incorporate healing past traumas alongside accomplishing present goals. I currently specialize in working with women, victims of narcissistic abuse, and clients who identify as LGBTQ+ and/or BIPOC.
Hannah Pasternak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Yorba Linda, CA 92686 (Online Only)
bipolar disorder, depression, divorce, domestic violence, family conflict, LGBTQIA+ issues, trauma, PTSD, substance use, self-esteem, and grief.
: : CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS : : I believe that seeking support for your current difficulties shows strength and courage. As a therapist, I provide a non-judgemental, empathetic, and warm environment to examine life's challenges. My aim is to provide spaces of safety, realness, and compassion to work collaboratively towards the goals you see for yourself. I use a strengths-based and skills-based approach to identify your concerns and create a constructive plan for your healing and moving forward. I have experience working with adolescents and adult clients navigating ADHD, adolescent behavior issues, anxiety,
bipolar disorder, depression, divorce, domestic violence, family conflict, LGBTQIA+ issues, trauma, PTSD, substance use, self-esteem, and grief.
: : CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS : : I believe that seeking support for your current difficulties shows strength and courage. As a therapist, I provide a non-judgemental, empathetic, and warm environment to examine life's challenges. My aim is to provide spaces of safety, realness, and compassion to work collaboratively towards the goals you see for yourself. I use a strengths-based and skills-based approach to identify your concerns and create a constructive plan for your healing and moving forward. I have experience working with adolescents and adult clients navigating ADHD, adolescent behavior issues, anxiety,
Flow With It Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Yorba Linda, CA 92885
I have several years of experience working with BIPOC and LGBTQIA individuals struggling with change, acceptance & self love.
My approach to healing is to encourage you to unlearn and challenge deep rooted childhood patterns and maladaptive beliefs that you are undeserving of love & nurturing relationships. I would be honored to provide you with a safe place to tell your story and challenge these beliefs. My focus is to help individuals who are breaking cycles to begin to balancing emotions, reprocess traumatic events, break patterns of generational trauma, connect with their inner child and become aware of their inner strengths. I enjoy working with women in their healing journey.
I have several years of experience working with BIPOC and LGBTQIA individuals struggling with change, acceptance & self love.
My approach to healing is to encourage you to unlearn and challenge deep rooted childhood patterns and maladaptive beliefs that you are undeserving of love & nurturing relationships. I would be honored to provide you with a safe place to tell your story and challenge these beliefs. My focus is to help individuals who are breaking cycles to begin to balancing emotions, reprocess traumatic events, break patterns of generational trauma, connect with their inner child and become aware of their inner strengths. I enjoy working with women in their healing journey.
If you are seeking therapy for your teen - you've come to the right place. But first I want to check in with you, the parent. Are you feeling unsure about how to best help your teen? Are you noticing worrisome moods/behaviors in your teen but feel unsure how to best support them? Are the conflicts that crop up between you affecting your communication and relationship? Do feelings of frustration toward your teen sometimes make you unnecessarily harsh or inconsistent with rules? Improving the parent child dynamic can be foundational in supporting your teen through their struggles.
If you are seeking therapy for your teen - you've come to the right place. But first I want to check in with you, the parent. Are you feeling unsure about how to best help your teen? Are you noticing worrisome moods/behaviors in your teen but feel unsure how to best support them? Are the conflicts that crop up between you affecting your communication and relationship? Do feelings of frustration toward your teen sometimes make you unnecessarily harsh or inconsistent with rules? Improving the parent child dynamic can be foundational in supporting your teen through their struggles.
Thesla Lander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorba Linda, CA 92887 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! Are you going through a tough transition? Have you been have been struggling with feelings or memories that you don't know what to do with? Have you been struggling in your relationships? Or are seeking some tools that may help you feel better? I can help you! I focus on building a safe and genuine space for you to explore what brought you here, and seek to work with you to bring about the growth and change you are looking to make. Whatever brings you here, I am SO proud of you for taking a HUGE step towards growth and healing.
Hello and welcome! Are you going through a tough transition? Have you been have been struggling with feelings or memories that you don't know what to do with? Have you been struggling in your relationships? Or are seeking some tools that may help you feel better? I can help you! I focus on building a safe and genuine space for you to explore what brought you here, and seek to work with you to bring about the growth and change you are looking to make. Whatever brings you here, I am SO proud of you for taking a HUGE step towards growth and healing.
I believe in being open and interactive in my sessions to establish a real relationship with each person. With a genuine back and forth in a relationship I am better able to assess where people are going wrong in their own relationships. I will provide you with practical and usable tools. I am not here to simply listen in each session. People seek guidance to instigate change and my purpose in the lives of my patients is to effect that change. I specialize in helping people through the process of leaving toxic relationships.
I believe in being open and interactive in my sessions to establish a real relationship with each person. With a genuine back and forth in a relationship I am better able to assess where people are going wrong in their own relationships. I will provide you with practical and usable tools. I am not here to simply listen in each session. People seek guidance to instigate change and my purpose in the lives of my patients is to effect that change. I specialize in helping people through the process of leaving toxic relationships.
Nicole Myers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Waitlist for new clients
I am a neurodiversity affirming therapist and I specialize working with neurodivergent clients (Autism/ADHD) and related difficulties. I have a special interest in relationship and social difficulties and how masking and rejection sensitivity impacts mental health. Issues I work with are: anxiety, depression, social anxiety, perfectionism, relationship issues and trauma, problems at school or work (motivation, attention, and interpersonal problems). I use an individualized approach based on my client's needs, using evidence based approaches: CBT, Mindfulness, ACT, family systems, self-compassion, Social Support, and DBT-informed.
I am a neurodiversity affirming therapist and I specialize working with neurodivergent clients (Autism/ADHD) and related difficulties. I have a special interest in relationship and social difficulties and how masking and rejection sensitivity impacts mental health. Issues I work with are: anxiety, depression, social anxiety, perfectionism, relationship issues and trauma, problems at school or work (motivation, attention, and interpersonal problems). I use an individualized approach based on my client's needs, using evidence based approaches: CBT, Mindfulness, ACT, family systems, self-compassion, Social Support, and DBT-informed.
DON'T SUFFER ALONE IN PAIN. RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING CAN HELP. Dr. Miller has helped over 1000 individuals and couples create lasting relationships and she has dedicated her career to helping people overcome relationship challenges. Relationship counseling isn't just for couples. If you're currently single or in a relationship you can benefit from counseling to resolve your issues. Working individually in counseling can be very effective for changing your relationships with friends, family members or loved ones, or learning how to start a relationship.
DON'T SUFFER ALONE IN PAIN. RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING CAN HELP. Dr. Miller has helped over 1000 individuals and couples create lasting relationships and she has dedicated her career to helping people overcome relationship challenges. Relationship counseling isn't just for couples. If you're currently single or in a relationship you can benefit from counseling to resolve your issues. Working individually in counseling can be very effective for changing your relationships with friends, family members or loved ones, or learning how to start a relationship.
Do you ever worry that you're "too sensitive," easily overwhelmed, or that you need to "toughen up"? You often feel like there's something wrong with you that needs to be fixed. You may be struggling to come to terms with past traumas and then get angry with yourself for not "getting over it". Dealing with these feelings can place tremendous stress and doubt on yourself. Understandably, you may not feel adequate at work, home, school, or in relationships. Asking for help is the first step in your journey to improving quality of life. If you’re reading this, you've already found the courage and desire to live the life you deserve.
Do you ever worry that you're "too sensitive," easily overwhelmed, or that you need to "toughen up"? You often feel like there's something wrong with you that needs to be fixed. You may be struggling to come to terms with past traumas and then get angry with yourself for not "getting over it". Dealing with these feelings can place tremendous stress and doubt on yourself. Understandably, you may not feel adequate at work, home, school, or in relationships. Asking for help is the first step in your journey to improving quality of life. If you’re reading this, you've already found the courage and desire to live the life you deserve.
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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.