LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Mountain View, HI
Cristy McDowall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain View, HI 96771 (Online Only)
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and an EMDR trained therapist providing counseling for adults, adolescents, and children with Trauma, Abuse, ADHD/ADD, Anger Management, Anxiety Disorder, Bereavement, Depression, LGBT Issues, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Women's Issues, Developmental Disorders, and Learning Disabilities.
I specialize in working with those who have experienced trauma.
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and an EMDR trained therapist providing counseling for adults, adolescents, and children with Trauma, Abuse, ADHD/ADD, Anger Management, Anxiety Disorder, Bereavement, Depression, LGBT Issues, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Women's Issues, Developmental Disorders, and Learning Disabilities.
I specialize in working with those who have experienced trauma.
Matthew D Brittain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Mountain View, HI 96771
We specialize in forensic issues (patient advocacy in the court system), sexual issues, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety/depression, family issues, LGBTQ+, life-transition issues, substance abuse treatment using harm-reduction methods (including cannabis-replacement therapy), Dissociative Identity Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Schizophrenia.
I am the lead provider in a small group practice specializing in the following: ADHD (the only specialty ADHD clinic outside of Oahu, to our knowledge); psychedelics-integration therapy; Forensic (court-involved) clients; sexual issues of many kinds (identity, empowerment, experience enhancement, dysfunctions, etc.); medical cannabis certification; couples/relationship issues. Susan Cauley, MD Melanie Guerra (Clinical Aide), and myself are the team. Dr. Susan Cauley can provide medication coordination for our ADHD program, and is our Cannabis specialist.
We specialize in forensic issues (patient advocacy in the court system), sexual issues, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety/depression, family issues, LGBTQ+, life-transition issues, substance abuse treatment using harm-reduction methods (including cannabis-replacement therapy), Dissociative Identity Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Schizophrenia.
I am the lead provider in a small group practice specializing in the following: ADHD (the only specialty ADHD clinic outside of Oahu, to our knowledge); psychedelics-integration therapy; Forensic (court-involved) clients; sexual issues of many kinds (identity, empowerment, experience enhancement, dysfunctions, etc.); medical cannabis certification; couples/relationship issues. Susan Cauley, MD Melanie Guerra (Clinical Aide), and myself are the team. Dr. Susan Cauley can provide medication coordination for our ADHD program, and is our Cannabis specialist.
Heather Blodgett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mountain View, HI 96771 (Online Only)
Guiding clients with heartfelt compassion, we embark on a collaborative journey to thoughtfully assess their unique needs and set practical, attainable goals for their well-being. Together, we draw from a toolkit of proven, evidence-based techniques to provide them with the essential skills needed to navigate life's intricate challenges. The ongoing process of continuous assessment gracefully paves the way for thoughtful adjustments, creating a supportive and nurturing environment that not only facilitates clients' growth but also offers an accepting and unbiased space for their overall well-being to flourish.
Guiding clients with heartfelt compassion, we embark on a collaborative journey to thoughtfully assess their unique needs and set practical, attainable goals for their well-being. Together, we draw from a toolkit of proven, evidence-based techniques to provide them with the essential skills needed to navigate life's intricate challenges. The ongoing process of continuous assessment gracefully paves the way for thoughtful adjustments, creating a supportive and nurturing environment that not only facilitates clients' growth but also offers an accepting and unbiased space for their overall well-being to flourish.
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I have particular compassion and knowledge for those with transgender and sexual orientation issues and with survivors of sexual abuse and sexual assault. I am familiar with the social stigma and trauma that can result from being a person with these issues and have helped many overcome the resulting emotional and psychological distress.
I have particular compassion and knowledge for those with transgender and sexual orientation issues and with survivors of sexual abuse and sexual assault. I am familiar with the social stigma and trauma that can result from being a person with these issues and have helped many overcome the resulting emotional and psychological distress.
I have had a focus of working with gay and lesbian clients.
I love working with couples. I know how difficult it is to get caught up in the negative repeated dance of conflict that feels unresolvable. I work with couples to focus on the attachment or bonding issues that come up in conflicts. When we feel truly secure with one another we can hear issues without negative escalation that just angers and terrifies each other. When I am not working with couples I work with people who are committed to recover from depression, anxiety, addictions (chemical and behavioral), PTSD, relationship issues, sexuality and death and dying issues. I have been in practice since the early 1980's and I belie
I have had a focus of working with gay and lesbian clients.
I love working with couples. I know how difficult it is to get caught up in the negative repeated dance of conflict that feels unresolvable. I work with couples to focus on the attachment or bonding issues that come up in conflicts. When we feel truly secure with one another we can hear issues without negative escalation that just angers and terrifies each other. When I am not working with couples I work with people who are committed to recover from depression, anxiety, addictions (chemical and behavioral), PTSD, relationship issues, sexuality and death and dying issues. I have been in practice since the early 1980's and I belie
As a Mental Health Counselor with over a decade of experience in addiction and behavioral health, I specialize in women’s health, spirituality, relationships, substance use, and general mental health. I work with both women and men who seek a supportive approach to explore their behavioral and mental health while engaging with their personal spiritual paths. Under the supervision of Thomas J. Jameson Family Counseling, LLC, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and integrate spirituality to help foster a profound connection with the self.
As a Mental Health Counselor with over a decade of experience in addiction and behavioral health, I specialize in women’s health, spirituality, relationships, substance use, and general mental health. I work with both women and men who seek a supportive approach to explore their behavioral and mental health while engaging with their personal spiritual paths. Under the supervision of Thomas J. Jameson Family Counseling, LLC, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and integrate spirituality to help foster a profound connection with the self.
Handling life's challenges with presence of mind is not always easy. We here at Presence of Mind Counseling can help you identify what is contributing to your distress and assist you in finding a path toward consciously creating your best life. We help people dealing with challenging life issues from relationship stresses, family turmoil, trauma, grief and loss, gender and/or sexual identity, anxiety, depression and beyond. We also work with people who simply want to find more meaning, purpose, fulfillment and joy in their lives. We offer remote video sessions for WA and HI residents. Call to connect with a therapist today.
Handling life's challenges with presence of mind is not always easy. We here at Presence of Mind Counseling can help you identify what is contributing to your distress and assist you in finding a path toward consciously creating your best life. We help people dealing with challenging life issues from relationship stresses, family turmoil, trauma, grief and loss, gender and/or sexual identity, anxiety, depression and beyond. We also work with people who simply want to find more meaning, purpose, fulfillment and joy in their lives. We offer remote video sessions for WA and HI residents. Call to connect with a therapist today.
I specialize in working with individuals and families where there has been sexual, emotional, or physical abuse in their history. I also work with juvenile and adult offenders. This is my 50th year as a therapist. I also work with substance abuse issues and couples. I work with children from age 5 and up, as long as the family is willing to also come in. I am willing to attend and testify in court issues.
I specialize in working with individuals and families where there has been sexual, emotional, or physical abuse in their history. I also work with juvenile and adult offenders. This is my 50th year as a therapist. I also work with substance abuse issues and couples. I work with children from age 5 and up, as long as the family is willing to also come in. I am willing to attend and testify in court issues.
Alicia Noel Lazenby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Volcano, HI 96785 (Online Only)
Hello! I have a compassionate and honest approach, creating authentic connections. I am person-centered and strength- based, respecting individuality. I aim to be present with you; listening to both your challenges and successes. It is my goal to see you as the unique individual that you are. I help you gain a deep understanding who you are and how your life history has brought you to the present moment. I aim to meet you where you are at, while exploring your hopes and dreams for the future. I strive to help you gain self- acceptance, honor emotions, and build confidence from within.
Hello! I have a compassionate and honest approach, creating authentic connections. I am person-centered and strength- based, respecting individuality. I aim to be present with you; listening to both your challenges and successes. It is my goal to see you as the unique individual that you are. I help you gain a deep understanding who you are and how your life history has brought you to the present moment. I aim to meet you where you are at, while exploring your hopes and dreams for the future. I strive to help you gain self- acceptance, honor emotions, and build confidence from within.
Sarah Laninga - Akua Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kurtistown, HI 96760
I work with humans of all ages, however I specialize in doing therapy with young people and have extensive training and experience working with childhood (5+), adolescence, and young adulthood. As your therapist, I am here to help you heal and grow- I do this by creating a safe and understanding space where anything you bring can be explored openly and freely. I believe that connection is the cure, and that when we are nurturing connections within ourselves and with others, we’re actively paving the way for transformative healing. My clients describe me as steady, warm, optimistic, patient, playful, open minded, direct, and wise.
I work with humans of all ages, however I specialize in doing therapy with young people and have extensive training and experience working with childhood (5+), adolescence, and young adulthood. As your therapist, I am here to help you heal and grow- I do this by creating a safe and understanding space where anything you bring can be explored openly and freely. I believe that connection is the cure, and that when we are nurturing connections within ourselves and with others, we’re actively paving the way for transformative healing. My clients describe me as steady, warm, optimistic, patient, playful, open minded, direct, and wise.
Christine Park - Hiki Nō Counseling
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, REAT, NCC, CMP
Verified Verified
Keaau, HI 96749 (Online Only)
As a counselor, I utilize a strengths-based and person-centered approach. I believe in fostering genuine connections and cultivating resilience within individuals. Each person possesses inherent strengths waiting to be unearthed, and my role is to provide a safe and supportive space for this exploration. Being born and raised in Hawaiʻi, my approach is informed by the spirit of aloha and local Hawaiian values. I prioritize building trust and creating a sense of belonging. I recognize the importance of cultural identity and honor the diverse backgrounds of those I work with.
As a counselor, I utilize a strengths-based and person-centered approach. I believe in fostering genuine connections and cultivating resilience within individuals. Each person possesses inherent strengths waiting to be unearthed, and my role is to provide a safe and supportive space for this exploration. Being born and raised in Hawaiʻi, my approach is informed by the spirit of aloha and local Hawaiian values. I prioritize building trust and creating a sense of belonging. I recognize the importance of cultural identity and honor the diverse backgrounds of those I work with.
Do you have complex relational trauma? Have you found regular talk therapy ineffective? Are you longing for a therapist who understands your spirituality & actively weaves multidimensional views of spirituality & consciousness into therapy? Are you looking to integrate profound spiritual awakenings & psychedelic experiences on both a psycho-spiritual & embodied level? Are you feeling the call to deepen into your body and soul? How would your life be impacted by having a dedicated safe space for your healing & liberation that integrates trauma-informed care with shamanic practices, quantum healing, & ancestral-cultural awareness?
Do you have complex relational trauma? Have you found regular talk therapy ineffective? Are you longing for a therapist who understands your spirituality & actively weaves multidimensional views of spirituality & consciousness into therapy? Are you looking to integrate profound spiritual awakenings & psychedelic experiences on both a psycho-spiritual & embodied level? Are you feeling the call to deepen into your body and soul? How would your life be impacted by having a dedicated safe space for your healing & liberation that integrates trauma-informed care with shamanic practices, quantum healing, & ancestral-cultural awareness?
Malama Trauma Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kurtistown, HI 96760 (Online Only)
Do you feel anxiety, depression, relational stress, grief, loss, & are searching for meaning, purpose, identity, hope, & fullest potential? Trauma can shake us to our core and challenge the way we think and feel about ourselves and the world around us. Together we will collaborate on a compassionate therapeutic plan to understand how your coping skills have protected you, develop new skills, and embrace self-acceptance even as we grow. I also offer therapeutic harp music for relaxation and mindfulness practice if desired! I hope to assist you discover the gifts in your suffering and see yourself in a new light!
Do you feel anxiety, depression, relational stress, grief, loss, & are searching for meaning, purpose, identity, hope, & fullest potential? Trauma can shake us to our core and challenge the way we think and feel about ourselves and the world around us. Together we will collaborate on a compassionate therapeutic plan to understand how your coping skills have protected you, develop new skills, and embrace self-acceptance even as we grow. I also offer therapeutic harp music for relaxation and mindfulness practice if desired! I hope to assist you discover the gifts in your suffering and see yourself in a new light!
Therapy can be the opportunity to explore our lives in a safe space and unpack why we feel stuck. I encourage my clients to discuss what they want to see happen in their life and work with them on developing goals. I use a combination of family structure, emotional focus and family of origin modes of therapy in my practice. Therapy for some can be a new experience and I honor that.
Therapy can be the opportunity to explore our lives in a safe space and unpack why we feel stuck. I encourage my clients to discuss what they want to see happen in their life and work with them on developing goals. I use a combination of family structure, emotional focus and family of origin modes of therapy in my practice. Therapy for some can be a new experience and I honor that.
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My own experiences with anxiety brought me to this field. I am passionate about helping to illuminate root causes and connecting mind/body/spirit. I also treat symptoms of depression, grief, addiction, and PTSD. I love being able to guide LGBTQ+ individuals navigating their sexuality, gender identity, and/or spirituality. Starting January 2025, I can offer integrative health coaching which includes nutrition, mindset coaching and in-depth lab work.
My own experiences with anxiety brought me to this field. I am passionate about helping to illuminate root causes and connecting mind/body/spirit. I also treat symptoms of depression, grief, addiction, and PTSD. I love being able to guide LGBTQ+ individuals navigating their sexuality, gender identity, and/or spirituality. Starting January 2025, I can offer integrative health coaching which includes nutrition, mindset coaching and in-depth lab work.
As a trauma-informed Queer Counselor I specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity, consensual nonmonogamy, and sex-positive lifestyles.
Warm, heartfelt, and open minded, I love helping people embrace their authenticity and work towards their goals. I believe therapy needs to balance deep introspection with practical solutions, so if you find yourself exploring your identity, your relationships, or your direction in life, let’s have a chat. Maybe its time to retrace your steps, or question the crossroad, or blaze a new trail, or rest a while. Wherever you are in your journey, I'll meet you where you're at.
As a trauma-informed Queer Counselor I specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity, consensual nonmonogamy, and sex-positive lifestyles.
Warm, heartfelt, and open minded, I love helping people embrace their authenticity and work towards their goals. I believe therapy needs to balance deep introspection with practical solutions, so if you find yourself exploring your identity, your relationships, or your direction in life, let’s have a chat. Maybe its time to retrace your steps, or question the crossroad, or blaze a new trail, or rest a while. Wherever you are in your journey, I'll meet you where you're at.
Aloha, I am a Couples and Family Therapist. My approach emphasizes the importance of working with a couple and family as a system that influence one another. To restructure healthy relationships, I use therapies that promote positive interactions between individuals. My methods include trans-generational, structural family therapy, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and Gottman Therapy. I use exercises such as enactments to help clients set new appropriate boundaries, build love maps to improve interactions and establish loving communication.
Aloha, I am a Couples and Family Therapist. My approach emphasizes the importance of working with a couple and family as a system that influence one another. To restructure healthy relationships, I use therapies that promote positive interactions between individuals. My methods include trans-generational, structural family therapy, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and Gottman Therapy. I use exercises such as enactments to help clients set new appropriate boundaries, build love maps to improve interactions and establish loving communication.
A lot of my life’s work has been working with the LGBTQ community and with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression and complex trauma.
We are all human and life can be difficult, especially in the ever-changing world that we live in today. My job is to create a place of healing and love. I work with people to help guide them to help connect with themselves and with others in a more meaningful way. Each and every one of us deserve a healthy and balanced life, and it is my focus to help create that for others through purposeful therapy experiences. I believe that we are all put on this earth to help one another and it is important to me that you feel comfortable and supported the entire time through-out our journey together.
A lot of my life’s work has been working with the LGBTQ community and with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression and complex trauma.
We are all human and life can be difficult, especially in the ever-changing world that we live in today. My job is to create a place of healing and love. I work with people to help guide them to help connect with themselves and with others in a more meaningful way. Each and every one of us deserve a healthy and balanced life, and it is my focus to help create that for others through purposeful therapy experiences. I believe that we are all put on this earth to help one another and it is important to me that you feel comfortable and supported the entire time through-out our journey together.
Angela Mulligan
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFT-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hawi, HI 96719
Specializing in LGBTQ+ couple and family support that celebrates the unique characteristics and navigates the unique challenges that your family has.
Are you seeking a more fulfilling connection with those you love? As a dedicated relationship therapist, I specialize in helping you cultivate stronger bonds within your family and personal relationships. As a couple or family, you can gain more skills, compassion, and inner strength to navigate the complexities of family dynamics and personal relationships. Whether you aim to improve communication, resolve conflicts, or enhance intimacy, I am here to support you in achieving your relationship goals and creating the fulfilling, harmonious life you desire.
Specializing in LGBTQ+ couple and family support that celebrates the unique characteristics and navigates the unique challenges that your family has.
Are you seeking a more fulfilling connection with those you love? As a dedicated relationship therapist, I specialize in helping you cultivate stronger bonds within your family and personal relationships. As a couple or family, you can gain more skills, compassion, and inner strength to navigate the complexities of family dynamics and personal relationships. Whether you aim to improve communication, resolve conflicts, or enhance intimacy, I am here to support you in achieving your relationship goals and creating the fulfilling, harmonious life you desire.
Kayla Ennett
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hilo, HI 96720 (Online Only)
Kayla Ennett, PsyD, LMHC, is a licensed therapist living in Colorado who is very motivated and excited to work with the residents of Hawaii via TeleHealth therapy. Kayla has an eclectic experience with counseling. She started off as a college career counselor and then moved on to school counseling. Later in her career, she began doing therapy with inmates at a state prison then veterans and their families on post. She currently focuses on working with clients and couples who suffer from depression, anxiety, personality disorders, LGBTQ+, and concerns related to intimacy and sex.
Kayla Ennett, PsyD, LMHC, is a licensed therapist living in Colorado who is very motivated and excited to work with the residents of Hawaii via TeleHealth therapy. Kayla has an eclectic experience with counseling. She started off as a college career counselor and then moved on to school counseling. Later in her career, she began doing therapy with inmates at a state prison then veterans and their families on post. She currently focuses on working with clients and couples who suffer from depression, anxiety, personality disorders, LGBTQ+, and concerns related to intimacy and sex.
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Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.