Transgender Therapists in Hernando, FL

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Myra F Ricketts
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CBHCMS
Verified Verified
Hernando, FL 34442
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem issues or just overwhelmed? Is your child having behavioral problems? Is your life going where you want it to? If you are ready to make the next move to improve your life, contact me so we can explore what might be getting in your way to being the person you want to be. I am also a Certified Life Coach and am passionate about helping my clients work towards achieving a better emotional and behavioral well-being.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem issues or just overwhelmed? Is your child having behavioral problems? Is your life going where you want it to? If you are ready to make the next move to improve your life, contact me so we can explore what might be getting in your way to being the person you want to be. I am also a Certified Life Coach and am passionate about helping my clients work towards achieving a better emotional and behavioral well-being.
(352) 436-8073 View (352) 436-8073
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Solution Focused Counseling and Consultation, LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hernando, FL 34442  (Online Only)
I am accepting new patients. Has the Covid-19 caused difficulties in your life. Well we are here to help. Are you anxious, feeling stuck, or depressed? Do you have family conflict or parent-child issues? There is hope for a more peaceful productive life. It is my goal to provide a safe nonjudgmental place to empower people with the insight and skills needed to move forward. I have experience and success in helping people with various types of anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, family problems, hard to handle teens. I am accepting new clients.
I am accepting new patients. Has the Covid-19 caused difficulties in your life. Well we are here to help. Are you anxious, feeling stuck, or depressed? Do you have family conflict or parent-child issues? There is hope for a more peaceful productive life. It is my goal to provide a safe nonjudgmental place to empower people with the insight and skills needed to move forward. I have experience and success in helping people with various types of anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, family problems, hard to handle teens. I am accepting new clients.
(352) 464-9620 View (352) 464-9620
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Therapeutic Health Endeavors Institute Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Hernando, FL 34442
At Therapeutic Health Endeavors Institute (THE Institute) therapy options are more than just a standardized method of service delivery. Our therapy practice offers a personalized way to examine your emotional/behavioral needs on your way to improving your life. By working with you to build skills to help yourself, THE Institute helps you make improvements that are lifelong. THE Institute has trained and skilled professionals who offer acceptance and warmth delivered in an atmosphere which is tailored to engage therapeutic growth and empowerment to all age groups and treatment areas.
At Therapeutic Health Endeavors Institute (THE Institute) therapy options are more than just a standardized method of service delivery. Our therapy practice offers a personalized way to examine your emotional/behavioral needs on your way to improving your life. By working with you to build skills to help yourself, THE Institute helps you make improvements that are lifelong. THE Institute has trained and skilled professionals who offer acceptance and warmth delivered in an atmosphere which is tailored to engage therapeutic growth and empowerment to all age groups and treatment areas.
(352) 269-0992 View (352) 269-0992
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Danielle Robertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hernando, FL 34442
Dark thunderstorms are hard to see out of. Especially, when you feel you are alone or worse is feeling lost. When finding your way back to you, adversity does not have to be limiting; it is a resource. Being ready for something different or for things to change is very scary. Except look at all the pain you have already been through. That alone has prepared you for what is next. It is humble to ask for help and although this can feel uneasy just know that you are stretching yourself and that is what gets you results. This work to me is sacred, and if ready then I am grateful to be HEAR for you.
Dark thunderstorms are hard to see out of. Especially, when you feel you are alone or worse is feeling lost. When finding your way back to you, adversity does not have to be limiting; it is a resource. Being ready for something different or for things to change is very scary. Except look at all the pain you have already been through. That alone has prepared you for what is next. It is humble to ask for help and although this can feel uneasy just know that you are stretching yourself and that is what gets you results. This work to me is sacred, and if ready then I am grateful to be HEAR for you.
(727) 205-3637 View (727) 205-3637

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Brenda B Richter
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Inverness, FL 34450
I have over 25 years of experience working with families and youth at risk including residential, home visits and office settings. I offer individual, group, family and couples counselling covering a wide variety of mental health issues. Anger management, domestic violence, sexual abuse, depression, parenting, relationship issues and phase of life issues are the most common themes that I deal with. I can tailor sessions to individual needs, work with all age groups and am available mornings or evenings on any weekday. I have an office in Inverness and can do home visits as well.
I have over 25 years of experience working with families and youth at risk including residential, home visits and office settings. I offer individual, group, family and couples counselling covering a wide variety of mental health issues. Anger management, domestic violence, sexual abuse, depression, parenting, relationship issues and phase of life issues are the most common themes that I deal with. I can tailor sessions to individual needs, work with all age groups and am available mornings or evenings on any weekday. I have an office in Inverness and can do home visits as well.
(352) 464-8745 View (352) 464-8745
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All Ways Mental Health Care, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWs, LMFTs, LMHCs
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Citrus Springs, FL 34433
Welcome to Florida's premier therapy group! We are a dedicated team of LCSWs, LMHCs, LMFTs who have been personally interviewed and background checked before ever seeing clients. We have male and female therapists available. We are available to all of Florida via Telehealth and in-person sessions in Crystal River (Citrus County) - nearby to Marion & Hernando counties. When you call, someone from our staff will do a brief interview and then match you with the perfect therapist. You can always read about each therapist on our website and decide for yourself; or perhaps someone has referred you to a particular person. It's All Ways!
Welcome to Florida's premier therapy group! We are a dedicated team of LCSWs, LMHCs, LMFTs who have been personally interviewed and background checked before ever seeing clients. We have male and female therapists available. We are available to all of Florida via Telehealth and in-person sessions in Crystal River (Citrus County) - nearby to Marion & Hernando counties. When you call, someone from our staff will do a brief interview and then match you with the perfect therapist. You can always read about each therapist on our website and decide for yourself; or perhaps someone has referred you to a particular person. It's All Ways!
(352) 309-1595 View (352) 309-1595
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Debbie Kelley, LLC
Counselor, PhD, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Inverness, FL 34453
Therapy is a very personal and important step towards creating the life you want and deserve. I take great care to make sure my interventions are both scientifically sound and best practices. I enjoy doing work with couples and use the Gottman Method to help couples work through difficult issues in their marriage. I also enjoy Individual therapy, focusing on trauma, psychological illness and self-growth. I have experience with clients of all ages, gender and psychological disorders.
Therapy is a very personal and important step towards creating the life you want and deserve. I take great care to make sure my interventions are both scientifically sound and best practices. I enjoy doing work with couples and use the Gottman Method to help couples work through difficult issues in their marriage. I also enjoy Individual therapy, focusing on trauma, psychological illness and self-growth. I have experience with clients of all ages, gender and psychological disorders.
(856) 238-5230 View (856) 238-5230
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Kathleen Kinney
Counselor, LMHC, CAP, ACS
Verified Verified
Inverness, FL 34452
I use Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psycho-Educational Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and Reality Therapy to assist in clients meeting goals. My approach is based on the belief that clients help to manage their counseling experience. They will learn and establish boundaries within their life that help them recognize the things they can control and what they cannot. Clients will understand that the therapeutic relationship is a partnership in which they will be expected to put in the effort for homework, be accountable, and present within counseling alliance.
I use Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psycho-Educational Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and Reality Therapy to assist in clients meeting goals. My approach is based on the belief that clients help to manage their counseling experience. They will learn and establish boundaries within their life that help them recognize the things they can control and what they cannot. Clients will understand that the therapeutic relationship is a partnership in which they will be expected to put in the effort for homework, be accountable, and present within counseling alliance.
(352) 644-7870 View (352) 644-7870
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Jodi Mancini Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lecanto, FL 34461
Not accepting new clients
Please note, my caseload and wait-list are currently full. I am NOT accepting new clients at this time. - - - Are you ready to move on from your past and begin the process of healing? Are you facing mental health challenges and not sure where to start? Or maybe you've experienced trauma that continues to invade your thoughts, create discomfort, or impact your relationships and daily life. If this describes your situation, you are not alone, and therapy can help. I work with teens (14+), adult women, and LGBTQ+ individuals to help them get out of "survival mode" and start living life on their own terms.
Please note, my caseload and wait-list are currently full. I am NOT accepting new clients at this time. - - - Are you ready to move on from your past and begin the process of healing? Are you facing mental health challenges and not sure where to start? Or maybe you've experienced trauma that continues to invade your thoughts, create discomfort, or impact your relationships and daily life. If this describes your situation, you are not alone, and therapy can help. I work with teens (14+), adult women, and LGBTQ+ individuals to help them get out of "survival mode" and start living life on their own terms.
(352) 770-7115 View (352) 770-7115

Online Therapists

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Brillion Adams
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, RCSI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33607
So, whether you are; gay, straight, transgender, borderline, bi-polar, or bi-sexual, I look forward to the opportunity to walk with you on your journey and help you to embrace the new you!.
Have you, or even worse, your feelings been holding you back? Are you living through the lens of the past that is informing your present? Do you find yourself engaging in outdated beliefs, relationships, societal norms and expectations that just don't seem to resonate with you anymore? Sometimes when you grow outside of the box that you used to call home you find yourself wandering around not knowing exactly where you fit or how to transition into the new version of yourself. Before you start cramming yourself back into the old box you just broke out of, it might be time to start embodying the new you!
So, whether you are; gay, straight, transgender, borderline, bi-polar, or bi-sexual, I look forward to the opportunity to walk with you on your journey and help you to embrace the new you!.
Have you, or even worse, your feelings been holding you back? Are you living through the lens of the past that is informing your present? Do you find yourself engaging in outdated beliefs, relationships, societal norms and expectations that just don't seem to resonate with you anymore? Sometimes when you grow outside of the box that you used to call home you find yourself wandering around not knowing exactly where you fit or how to transition into the new version of yourself. Before you start cramming yourself back into the old box you just broke out of, it might be time to start embodying the new you!
(813) 592-1773 View (813) 592-1773
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Jennifer Marvin
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Maitland, FL 32751
Jennifer Marvin is a 61-year-old Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LHMC) with over 40 years of experience working in various parts of the mental health field. She specializes in working with clients of all ages in order to help them find solutions and relief, especially those who are suffering from alcohol use-related problems, addiction, anxiety, depression, and gender identity and transgender concerns.
Jennifer Marvin is a 61-year-old Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LHMC) with over 40 years of experience working in various parts of the mental health field. She specializes in working with clients of all ages in order to help them find solutions and relief, especially those who are suffering from alcohol use-related problems, addiction, anxiety, depression, and gender identity and transgender concerns.
(321) 351-4257 View (321) 351-4257
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Mick D Rehrig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
I provide play therapy and family support and coaching for transgender and non-binary folks.
Welcome! I believe in therapy that affirms, empowers, and supports people to recognize patterns, navigate changes, bolster personal growth and self-worth, and figure things out.Collaboration with the folks I work with is of utmost importance to me, guided by clinical theory and evidence-based therapeutic techniques that work for you.I utilize a strengths based, anti-racist, intersectional feminist approach. I work with clients navigating healthy masculinity, internalized oppression, gender dysphoria, addiction recovery, depression, sexuality, relationship stressors & boundaries, family of origin challenges, life transitions, & more.
I provide play therapy and family support and coaching for transgender and non-binary folks.
Welcome! I believe in therapy that affirms, empowers, and supports people to recognize patterns, navigate changes, bolster personal growth and self-worth, and figure things out.Collaboration with the folks I work with is of utmost importance to me, guided by clinical theory and evidence-based therapeutic techniques that work for you.I utilize a strengths based, anti-racist, intersectional feminist approach. I work with clients navigating healthy masculinity, internalized oppression, gender dysphoria, addiction recovery, depression, sexuality, relationship stressors & boundaries, family of origin challenges, life transitions, & more.
(678) 335-1270 View (678) 335-1270
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Katie D Horton
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA
Verified Verified
Winter Park, FL 32792
In addition, being transgender myself, I bring a depth of clarity and understanding in working with the transgender and gender expansive community.
If you are reading my profile, then you are already on your way to taking the next step in your process to live a life that brings you more joy and authenticity. Finding the right therapist for you can be a journey. It takes courage and strength to reach out to someone and share what is surfacing in your life and you deserve a safe space to explore that. I understand there is also often anxiety about reaching out, so I offer my clients that safe space for us to connect. I am passionate about my client’s therapeutic process and providing tools and skills to co-create with you a path through the challenges that you are facing.
In addition, being transgender myself, I bring a depth of clarity and understanding in working with the transgender and gender expansive community.
If you are reading my profile, then you are already on your way to taking the next step in your process to live a life that brings you more joy and authenticity. Finding the right therapist for you can be a journey. It takes courage and strength to reach out to someone and share what is surfacing in your life and you deserve a safe space to explore that. I understand there is also often anxiety about reaching out, so I offer my clients that safe space for us to connect. I am passionate about my client’s therapeutic process and providing tools and skills to co-create with you a path through the challenges that you are facing.
(407) 214-4704 x108 View (407) 214-4704 x108
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Common Ground Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32804  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with BIPOC people who are on the queer or transgender spectrum, providing culturally conscious therapy for people from marginalized communities.
Are you feeling stuck, unworthy, unmotivated or hopeless? You have goals and you try to move forward, because you know you have a lot to offer, but something always seems to get in the way of your career and your relationships. You feel like you are never enough, like you don’t belong. You wonder how things would be different if you were white, straight, able-bodied or cis-gendered. Every piece of self-help advice you read must be filtered through the lens of being marginalized and having less privilege. You wish someone could understand you. You try to cope, but you find that you just can’t change by willpower alone.
I specialize in working with BIPOC people who are on the queer or transgender spectrum, providing culturally conscious therapy for people from marginalized communities.
Are you feeling stuck, unworthy, unmotivated or hopeless? You have goals and you try to move forward, because you know you have a lot to offer, but something always seems to get in the way of your career and your relationships. You feel like you are never enough, like you don’t belong. You wonder how things would be different if you were white, straight, able-bodied or cis-gendered. Every piece of self-help advice you read must be filtered through the lens of being marginalized and having less privilege. You wish someone could understand you. You try to cope, but you find that you just can’t change by willpower alone.
(404) 882-5937 View (404) 882-5937
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The Evergreen Initiative, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33647  (Online Only)
I specialize in LGBTQA+ & transgender/non-binary healthcare, habit & lifestyle change (smoking cessation, weight management, sleep, chronic pain, time management/procrastination), helping patients who are having having trouble coping or adjusting to medical conditions & general mental health (anxiety, depression, adjustment, stress management).
Hi there! I'm Jack and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist. My practice The Evergreen Initiative, LLC is 100% virtual. Ready to jump in and make change? Or maybe you know you want something to be different, but you're not sure how to get there. Wherever you are in your journey we will work with it, together. I am also happy to provide letters of support (WPATH letters) and have a low cost support group available for gender diverse folx. I am able to see patients in the following states: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, ND, NC, OH, OK, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV, WI, WY.
I specialize in LGBTQA+ & transgender/non-binary healthcare, habit & lifestyle change (smoking cessation, weight management, sleep, chronic pain, time management/procrastination), helping patients who are having having trouble coping or adjusting to medical conditions & general mental health (anxiety, depression, adjustment, stress management).
Hi there! I'm Jack and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist. My practice The Evergreen Initiative, LLC is 100% virtual. Ready to jump in and make change? Or maybe you know you want something to be different, but you're not sure how to get there. Wherever you are in your journey we will work with it, together. I am also happy to provide letters of support (WPATH letters) and have a low cost support group available for gender diverse folx. I am able to see patients in the following states: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, ND, NC, OH, OK, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV, WI, WY.
(689) 210-4095 View (689) 210-4095
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Kris Lewis-Grinwis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palmetto, FL 34221  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with LGBQ, Transgender, and consensually nonmonogamous clients; as well as clients in the kink/BDSM community.
Making the decision to change your life can be scary. I'm dedicated to helping others work through difficult choices and helping them move their lives in a positive direction. I want to help you discover patterns and behaviors that have been holding you back, and build skills to make your life better in the future. I use an intersectional trans-inclusive feminist lens and use an eclectic combination of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Behavioral Therapy to help solve problems. Making the decision to seek treatment is the first step. I would love to help you make your life one worth living!
I specialize in working with LGBQ, Transgender, and consensually nonmonogamous clients; as well as clients in the kink/BDSM community.
Making the decision to change your life can be scary. I'm dedicated to helping others work through difficult choices and helping them move their lives in a positive direction. I want to help you discover patterns and behaviors that have been holding you back, and build skills to make your life better in the future. I use an intersectional trans-inclusive feminist lens and use an eclectic combination of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Behavioral Therapy to help solve problems. Making the decision to seek treatment is the first step. I would love to help you make your life one worth living!
(734) 365-7850 View (734) 365-7850
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Michael Keith Mueller
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Trinity, FL 34655  (Online Only)
I have experience working with teens and young adults from all walks of life but specialize in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, especially members of the transgender community. I have worked with individuals with anxiety and mood disorders, issues related to identity development, PTSD/trauma, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, grief/loss, and life transitions and adjustment concerns. I continue to provide Gender Affirming Care Letters of Support, despite many legal attacks on the transgender community here in Florida. I believe that everyone is valid in their gender identity, and no law can change the veracity of that.
I have experience working with teens and young adults from all walks of life but specialize in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, especially members of the transgender community. I have worked with individuals with anxiety and mood disorders, issues related to identity development, PTSD/trauma, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, grief/loss, and life transitions and adjustment concerns. I continue to provide Gender Affirming Care Letters of Support, despite many legal attacks on the transgender community here in Florida. I believe that everyone is valid in their gender identity, and no law can change the veracity of that.
(727) 205-4608 View (727) 205-4608
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Tristan Byrnes
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
I work with all in assisting with depression, anxiety, workplace issues and relationship concerns. My passion is working with the LGBT community. I specialize in the transgender community. Are you feeling disconnected from your born gender identity? Do you look in the mirror and wish you saw a different image? Are you needing assisting in planning this journey of gender awareness? Are you scared of what others will think, who you can tell, and wonder if medical transition should be part of your future? Need letters for surgeries? Let me Help! I am BDSM and Poly friendly.
I work with all in assisting with depression, anxiety, workplace issues and relationship concerns. My passion is working with the LGBT community. I specialize in the transgender community. Are you feeling disconnected from your born gender identity? Do you look in the mirror and wish you saw a different image? Are you needing assisting in planning this journey of gender awareness? Are you scared of what others will think, who you can tell, and wonder if medical transition should be part of your future? Need letters for surgeries? Let me Help! I am BDSM and Poly friendly.
(813) 530-9231 View (813) 530-9231
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Ti Plant Services
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kissimmee, FL 34741
Andrea works and is apart of the LGBTQ+ Community identifying as a lesbian transgender woman who is clinically licensed and has several years of diverse mental health experience.
Andrea Gorney(She/Her/Hers), psychotherapist, is the owner and Licensed Mental Heath Counselor associated with Ti Plant Services. She is able to provide support and assistance nationwide through virtual psychotherapy services and in office psychotherapy services in Osceola or Brevard County. Give us a call or email us at TiPlantServices(At)outlook.com. Our rates are fixed at $45 for online individual therapy or with one of many insurance companies that she now accepts(with your copay rate). I also now have in person meetings at office in Kissimmee or Melbourne. I also write letters and no longer charge a fee for any letters written.
Andrea works and is apart of the LGBTQ+ Community identifying as a lesbian transgender woman who is clinically licensed and has several years of diverse mental health experience.
Andrea Gorney(She/Her/Hers), psychotherapist, is the owner and Licensed Mental Heath Counselor associated with Ti Plant Services. She is able to provide support and assistance nationwide through virtual psychotherapy services and in office psychotherapy services in Osceola or Brevard County. Give us a call or email us at TiPlantServices(At)outlook.com. Our rates are fixed at $45 for online individual therapy or with one of many insurance companies that she now accepts(with your copay rate). I also now have in person meetings at office in Kissimmee or Melbourne. I also write letters and no longer charge a fee for any letters written.
(813) 437-4564 View (813) 437-4564
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Breckin Crowley
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneola, FL 34715
I'm an open and judgment-free counselor whose goal is to collaborate with clients to help them discover more about themselves & navigate through difficult times. I use an integrative approach when working with clients and believe that the client knows best in regard to their needs. I support individuals navigating their personal journeys, whether that be dealing with gender identity, affectional orientation, addiction, reentry support, depression, etc.… My passions include working with adolescent and adult transgender, genderqueer individuals, and individuals who are reentering society after being in prison or jail.
I'm an open and judgment-free counselor whose goal is to collaborate with clients to help them discover more about themselves & navigate through difficult times. I use an integrative approach when working with clients and believe that the client knows best in regard to their needs. I support individuals navigating their personal journeys, whether that be dealing with gender identity, affectional orientation, addiction, reentry support, depression, etc.… My passions include working with adolescent and adult transgender, genderqueer individuals, and individuals who are reentering society after being in prison or jail.
(850) 307-5780 View (850) 307-5780

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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.