Transgender Therapists in Mishawaka, IN
Strung Together Therapy L.L.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mishawaka, IN 46545 (Online Only)
This is the first step on a journey of self discovery and change for a better tomorrow. Let me take this journey with you by walking beside you, and meeting you right where you are. A journey of a lifetime has countless steps, it is what we do with those steps in this moment that matter. The past is behind us, the future in front of us, and this precious moment all around us. Working together you and I will embrace this moment by engaging in mindfulness, meditation, and by starting with the most important piece-you!
This is the first step on a journey of self discovery and change for a better tomorrow. Let me take this journey with you by walking beside you, and meeting you right where you are. A journey of a lifetime has countless steps, it is what we do with those steps in this moment that matter. The past is behind us, the future in front of us, and this precious moment all around us. Working together you and I will embrace this moment by engaging in mindfulness, meditation, and by starting with the most important piece-you!
If you’re looking for practical, affirming, and person-centered support, you’ve found the right page. I’m here to help you explore your goals and take intentional, logical, and manageable steps toward the life you'd like to see for yourself. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, existential dread, grief, trauma, or just trying to figure yourself out or find your way in this world, I am here to be a consistent and reliable presence of support, compassion, and empowerment to support you in processing through your experiences and overcoming any obstacles you face.
If you’re looking for practical, affirming, and person-centered support, you’ve found the right page. I’m here to help you explore your goals and take intentional, logical, and manageable steps toward the life you'd like to see for yourself. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, existential dread, grief, trauma, or just trying to figure yourself out or find your way in this world, I am here to be a consistent and reliable presence of support, compassion, and empowerment to support you in processing through your experiences and overcoming any obstacles you face.
My name is Rita Brockie, MSEd, LMHC, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), in the state of Indiana, and I graduated from Indiana University South Bend with a Master of Science in Education, Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSEd), and I have been working with individuals and families for over seven years in our community. I educate individuals and families about wellness dimensions in our lives including emotional, physical, spiritual, and relationships, and I assist clients in finding more satisfaction in these areas.
My name is Rita Brockie, MSEd, LMHC, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), in the state of Indiana, and I graduated from Indiana University South Bend with a Master of Science in Education, Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSEd), and I have been working with individuals and families for over seven years in our community. I educate individuals and families about wellness dimensions in our lives including emotional, physical, spiritual, and relationships, and I assist clients in finding more satisfaction in these areas.
Elena Zarandona
Counselor, LMHC, MS, IFS L2
Verified Verified
Mishawaka, IN 46545
Waitlist for new clients
Zarandona Counseling LLC has expanded as a group practice. We currently have 6 therapists, ranging in specialty, and provide services for teens (14 and up) and adults. While Elena Zarandona is currently on a waiting list, she is happy to recommend any of the therapist working with her. We encourage you to use our contact form when requesting an appointment so we can match you with the best therapist to meet your needs. www.zarandonacounseling.com/contact-us
Zarandona Counseling LLC has expanded as a group practice. We currently have 6 therapists, ranging in specialty, and provide services for teens (14 and up) and adults. While Elena Zarandona is currently on a waiting list, she is happy to recommend any of the therapist working with her. We encourage you to use our contact form when requesting an appointment so we can match you with the best therapist to meet your needs. www.zarandonacounseling.com/contact-us
Lacey Barroso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mishawaka, IN 46545
Now accepting new clients! Located in South Bend, IN but able to see clients across the state for telehealth services. Reach out if you are interested in receiving empathetic, eclectic, non-judgmental, and evidence-based care.
Now accepting new clients! Located in South Bend, IN but able to see clients across the state for telehealth services. Reach out if you are interested in receiving empathetic, eclectic, non-judgmental, and evidence-based care.
Kaylyn Bussard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mishawaka, IN 46545 (Online Only)
Are your emotions out of control? Do you feel like you need things to change, but you don't know how to get there? Are you fed up with struggling to get through the day? Mental and emotional health have a huge impact on our daily lives and ability to reach our goals. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, identity challenges, or life transitions, there is hope.
Are your emotions out of control? Do you feel like you need things to change, but you don't know how to get there? Are you fed up with struggling to get through the day? Mental and emotional health have a huge impact on our daily lives and ability to reach our goals. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, identity challenges, or life transitions, there is hope.
Do you (or someone close to you) love video games? Does it seem like the only place you belong is online or in game? Do games give you a place where you can be the person you wish you could be IRL? Video games are one of the most pervasive forms of media today. They hone important skills like perseverance, curiosity, and problem-solving. In addition, they provide social connection, clear rules and expectations, opportunities to try on new roles and identities, and immersive narratives that allow us to explore (or escape) ourselves and the world around us.
Do you (or someone close to you) love video games? Does it seem like the only place you belong is online or in game? Do games give you a place where you can be the person you wish you could be IRL? Video games are one of the most pervasive forms of media today. They hone important skills like perseverance, curiosity, and problem-solving. In addition, they provide social connection, clear rules and expectations, opportunities to try on new roles and identities, and immersive narratives that allow us to explore (or escape) ourselves and the world around us.
Valeria Slapak Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mishawaka, IN 46545 (Online Only)
I welcome people from all walks of life in my practice. During our therapy sessions I offer my clients the space and the time to explore, define and gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships to others and to the world. Turning difficult feelings into words, helps making meaning of human experience. This is the best way to take control of strong emotions, instead of them controlling us. I like to support people in living their lives in a way that can feel authentic and functional.
I welcome people from all walks of life in my practice. During our therapy sessions I offer my clients the space and the time to explore, define and gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships to others and to the world. Turning difficult feelings into words, helps making meaning of human experience. This is the best way to take control of strong emotions, instead of them controlling us. I like to support people in living their lives in a way that can feel authentic and functional.
Abbee Dallek Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mishawaka, IN 46544 (Online Only)
Is anxiety, depression, anger, or frustration interfering in the quality of your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major transition in your life, or watching your teenager or spouse struggle? Are you questioning an important relationship in your life? I can help change patterns of behavior that no longer work, and help you learn more effective problem solving, coping and stress management skills. You can and will engage in life again.
Is anxiety, depression, anger, or frustration interfering in the quality of your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major transition in your life, or watching your teenager or spouse struggle? Are you questioning an important relationship in your life? I can help change patterns of behavior that no longer work, and help you learn more effective problem solving, coping and stress management skills. You can and will engage in life again.
Are you looking for a companion on your own journey of becoming? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, a significant life transition, identity and spiritual issues, or relationship issues? Perhaps you simply desire more wholeness of mind, body and spirit. Or perhaps you are LGBTQIA+ and want an affirming and knowledgeable therapist. If you benefit from talking with someone with clear thinking, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to your unique needs and style, please call me. I work with individuals 14 and older and couples.
Are you looking for a companion on your own journey of becoming? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, a significant life transition, identity and spiritual issues, or relationship issues? Perhaps you simply desire more wholeness of mind, body and spirit. Or perhaps you are LGBTQIA+ and want an affirming and knowledgeable therapist. If you benefit from talking with someone with clear thinking, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to your unique needs and style, please call me. I work with individuals 14 and older and couples.
We are here to help with relationship problems, family issues, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, addiction, and other life concerns.
We are here to help with relationship problems, family issues, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, addiction, and other life concerns.
I feel called to mental health counseling. I believe that all humans experience suffering in their lives, and I find it helps to have some level of trust and validation in order to assist with the healing process. I enjoy helping people to find themselves, to honor and experience their full range of emotions, to increase their understanding of themselves, and to promote healthy self-worth and emotional accountability. Whether your need is for short-term solutions and coping skills, or a greater understanding of self for greater contentment in your life, I am interested in helping people learn and grow to be their best selves!
I feel called to mental health counseling. I believe that all humans experience suffering in their lives, and I find it helps to have some level of trust and validation in order to assist with the healing process. I enjoy helping people to find themselves, to honor and experience their full range of emotions, to increase their understanding of themselves, and to promote healthy self-worth and emotional accountability. Whether your need is for short-term solutions and coping skills, or a greater understanding of self for greater contentment in your life, I am interested in helping people learn and grow to be their best selves!
April Rowe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mishawaka, IN 46545
There comes a time in life where we have all exceeded our capacity to cope with internal and external life stressors. It's in these times, where we most need a safe, understanding and neutral person to hold space for us and guide us in our process to becoming a stronger, more resilient version of ourselves. If you're ready to move towards becoming a happier, healthier more confident version of yourself, I am here to hold hope for you and guide you in your journey in growing your capacity for coping and full wellness.
There comes a time in life where we have all exceeded our capacity to cope with internal and external life stressors. It's in these times, where we most need a safe, understanding and neutral person to hold space for us and guide us in our process to becoming a stronger, more resilient version of ourselves. If you're ready to move towards becoming a happier, healthier more confident version of yourself, I am here to hold hope for you and guide you in your journey in growing your capacity for coping and full wellness.
As you search for a counselor, the most important thing is to find someone who can help you with the current obstacles you are facing. You deserve someone who is competent, accepting, and compassionate. I am committed to walking alongside you as you deal with life’s difficulties and struggles. I assist in bringing clarity and focus while working with you toward meeting your goals.
As you search for a counselor, the most important thing is to find someone who can help you with the current obstacles you are facing. You deserve someone who is competent, accepting, and compassionate. I am committed to walking alongside you as you deal with life’s difficulties and struggles. I assist in bringing clarity and focus while working with you toward meeting your goals.
Cindy Mongrain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mishawaka, IN 46545
Bontrager Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Mishawaka, IN 46545
Not accepting new clients
Treatment areas I specialize in are depression, panic, anxiety, childhood abuse, domestic violence, post traumatic stress disorder, relationship problems, grief and loss, stress management, conflict resolution, and gay/lesbian/bisexual/ transgender issues.
As a therapist I have a passion to help people heal from difficult experiences. Using an integrative approach I work with people to resolve issues that interfere with their ability to live with self-acceptance and peace of mind. This integrative system allows people to organize aspects of their personalities into a coordinated harmonious whole.
Treatment areas I specialize in are depression, panic, anxiety, childhood abuse, domestic violence, post traumatic stress disorder, relationship problems, grief and loss, stress management, conflict resolution, and gay/lesbian/bisexual/ transgender issues.
As a therapist I have a passion to help people heal from difficult experiences. Using an integrative approach I work with people to resolve issues that interfere with their ability to live with self-acceptance and peace of mind. This integrative system allows people to organize aspects of their personalities into a coordinated harmonious whole.
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Dotson Therapy & Associates, LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46601 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder (BPD), or substance abuse. They need effective support to manage their emotions, develop healthier coping strategies, and address personal barriers. Their goals include achieving emotional stability, improving self-worth, and building a balanced life. They seek understanding and compassionate guidance to gain control over their challenges and work towards a fulfilling, hopeful future. They want to overcome their struggles and create a brighter path forward.
My ideal client is someone struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder (BPD), or substance abuse. They need effective support to manage their emotions, develop healthier coping strategies, and address personal barriers. Their goals include achieving emotional stability, improving self-worth, and building a balanced life. They seek understanding and compassionate guidance to gain control over their challenges and work towards a fulfilling, hopeful future. They want to overcome their struggles and create a brighter path forward.
Dawn Yates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46637
Delivering counseling services to families, couples and individuals for 26 years. Using creative techniques to meet the needs of each individual, family, or couple. Learning from each person I meet and the growth and experience gained from them. The satisfaction of seeing these individuals as they accomplish their goals and become self reliant as well as how much they care for themselves beyond the therapeutic relationship is what I enjoy most about this interaction.
Delivering counseling services to families, couples and individuals for 26 years. Using creative techniques to meet the needs of each individual, family, or couple. Learning from each person I meet and the growth and experience gained from them. The satisfaction of seeing these individuals as they accomplish their goals and become self reliant as well as how much they care for themselves beyond the therapeutic relationship is what I enjoy most about this interaction.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with children, youth, and adults. I received my bachelor degree and Master of Social Work degree from Indiana University South Bend.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with children, youth, and adults. I received my bachelor degree and Master of Social Work degree from Indiana University South Bend.
Tay Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46614 (Online Only)
Are you a Black man seeking quality mental health care? I'm a dedicated mental health professional with a decade's experience in the field, specializing in the unique struggles Black men face. My goal is to dismantle the barriers preventing us from accessing mental health resources, guiding you on a healing journey in a nurturing environment. My work primarily focuses on Black men but I welcome anyone from the Afro/African Diaspora, promoting inclusivity in mental health care.
Are you a Black man seeking quality mental health care? I'm a dedicated mental health professional with a decade's experience in the field, specializing in the unique struggles Black men face. My goal is to dismantle the barriers preventing us from accessing mental health resources, guiding you on a healing journey in a nurturing environment. My work primarily focuses on Black men but I welcome anyone from the Afro/African Diaspora, promoting inclusivity in mental health care.
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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.