Transgender Therapists in Middletown, PA
Lake Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, Comm, Inst, AP/IA
Verified Verified
Middletown, PA 17057
WE HAVE HIPPA COMPLIANT VIDEO THERAPY available to all Pennsylvania clients. Are you Feeling anxious or out of control? Panicky? Having difficulties with loved ones? I can help. I believe the most important factor in therapy is not the particular style a therapist uses but the relationship between the client and the therapist. I work hard to provide an emotionally safe place where you will be able to connect with me and feel safe enough to tell me your story, your truths. Then together we will better understand where you are, where you'd like to be, and what you might do next to get there.
WE HAVE HIPPA COMPLIANT VIDEO THERAPY available to all Pennsylvania clients. Are you Feeling anxious or out of control? Panicky? Having difficulties with loved ones? I can help. I believe the most important factor in therapy is not the particular style a therapist uses but the relationship between the client and the therapist. I work hard to provide an emotionally safe place where you will be able to connect with me and feel safe enough to tell me your story, your truths. Then together we will better understand where you are, where you'd like to be, and what you might do next to get there.
My ideal candidate is struggling with intrusive thoughts and anxiety; they need both a safe space to share their thoughts and emotions, as well as guidance; their goals are to develop a healthier relationship with themself, as well as develop coping skills and tools to manage their mental health concerns better.
My ideal candidate is struggling with intrusive thoughts and anxiety; they need both a safe space to share their thoughts and emotions, as well as guidance; their goals are to develop a healthier relationship with themself, as well as develop coping skills and tools to manage their mental health concerns better.
An ideal client for me is someone who has difficulty managing their emotions, engages in frequent negative thinking, and has trouble communicating their needs with family and friends. They want to decrease their anxious or depressive behaviors but have little knowledge of how to begin regulating their emotions.
An ideal client for me is someone who has difficulty managing their emotions, engages in frequent negative thinking, and has trouble communicating their needs with family and friends. They want to decrease their anxious or depressive behaviors but have little knowledge of how to begin regulating their emotions.
Throughout life many of us experience a range of difficulties, stopping us from living the life we want. These difficulties may prevent us from feeling happiness and joy. However, I believe in our power and ability to overcome these challenges and change our responses so that we can live the joyful and productive life we desire. Sometimes, we need someone to help us develop ways to cope with our experiences and challenges. Others may need to journey through the pain of their past. I will meet you where you are emotionally to help you find your path to the life you want.
Throughout life many of us experience a range of difficulties, stopping us from living the life we want. These difficulties may prevent us from feeling happiness and joy. However, I believe in our power and ability to overcome these challenges and change our responses so that we can live the joyful and productive life we desire. Sometimes, we need someone to help us develop ways to cope with our experiences and challenges. Others may need to journey through the pain of their past. I will meet you where you are emotionally to help you find your path to the life you want.
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Anna Shaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Not accepting new clients
I have most experience working with LGBTQIA+ identity, complex trauma, oppression, disability, and anxiety/depression. I have worked alongside many clients who have experienced neglect, abuse and rejection within their family of origin. I am here to help untangle the intricate web of symptoms and reactions that complex trauma creates. I provide tools to support you in finding meaningful ways to connect with yourself and others as you bravely step forward in your journey. I embrace integrating your personal belief systems and healing practices into our work. I have additional training in ERP for OCD and EMDR/Flash for trauma.
I have most experience working with LGBTQIA+ identity, complex trauma, oppression, disability, and anxiety/depression. I have worked alongside many clients who have experienced neglect, abuse and rejection within their family of origin. I am here to help untangle the intricate web of symptoms and reactions that complex trauma creates. I provide tools to support you in finding meaningful ways to connect with yourself and others as you bravely step forward in your journey. I embrace integrating your personal belief systems and healing practices into our work. I have additional training in ERP for OCD and EMDR/Flash for trauma.
Are you ready to live your most authentic life? Navigating the world as a neurodivergent and/or LGBTQ+ individual has its own unique difficulties. As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, I have first hand experience with those difficulties. I adapt my holistic approach to meet your needs, reduce barriers, and help explore what an authentic life means to you.
Are you ready to live your most authentic life? Navigating the world as a neurodivergent and/or LGBTQ+ individual has its own unique difficulties. As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, I have first hand experience with those difficulties. I adapt my holistic approach to meet your needs, reduce barriers, and help explore what an authentic life means to you.
As a part of therapy, I work with clients to understand themselves and their awareness of their internal world, which can strengthen their relationships with others. We are told a lot of things growing up about who we are. I like to challenge these expectations to explore what values authentically fit for you. What have you outgrown for the person you want to become? Often, we take for granted aspects about our experience, which can be resources of strength in overcoming hardships. I use an integrative approach that takes into account your values, cultural practices, and beliefs in how you view the world and sources of distresses.
As a part of therapy, I work with clients to understand themselves and their awareness of their internal world, which can strengthen their relationships with others. We are told a lot of things growing up about who we are. I like to challenge these expectations to explore what values authentically fit for you. What have you outgrown for the person you want to become? Often, we take for granted aspects about our experience, which can be resources of strength in overcoming hardships. I use an integrative approach that takes into account your values, cultural practices, and beliefs in how you view the world and sources of distresses.
Ashley Mahdavi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCDPD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17102 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I believe that a good therapist doesn't "fix" you, because no one really needs "fixing." My goal is to create a supportive environment to help you express yourself and learn the skills necessary to handle whatever life might throw your way. Whether you're experiencing depression, anxiety, or are just going through a rough time, there are a variety of strategies we can use to get you back to enjoying life. In my sessions, I like to utilize cognitive behavioral techniques to help you feel more confident in your ability to handle life's stressors. The ultimate goal is for you to feel confident in handling whatever life hands you.
I believe that a good therapist doesn't "fix" you, because no one really needs "fixing." My goal is to create a supportive environment to help you express yourself and learn the skills necessary to handle whatever life might throw your way. Whether you're experiencing depression, anxiety, or are just going through a rough time, there are a variety of strategies we can use to get you back to enjoying life. In my sessions, I like to utilize cognitive behavioral techniques to help you feel more confident in your ability to handle life's stressors. The ultimate goal is for you to feel confident in handling whatever life hands you.
Mountain View Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, C-DBT, CCTPII, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17109
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and ADHD. I am also a Level Two Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Gender Affirming Care is also an offered. I utilize a client-centered approach to create a supportive, nonjudgmental, and individualized experience from the initial intake until discharge. I work with ages 14+. Offering virtual and in-person visits. My treatment philosophy is to provide individualized treatment and clinical services that will aid the individual in accomplishing individualized treatment goals and developing a Life Worth Living.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and ADHD. I am also a Level Two Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Gender Affirming Care is also an offered. I utilize a client-centered approach to create a supportive, nonjudgmental, and individualized experience from the initial intake until discharge. I work with ages 14+. Offering virtual and in-person visits. My treatment philosophy is to provide individualized treatment and clinical services that will aid the individual in accomplishing individualized treatment goals and developing a Life Worth Living.
Sage Stevens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17111 (Online Only)
I’m glad you found my page! My name is Sage (they/them). Have you ever felt outcast from those around you, or less than others based on the intersectionality of your identities and how you present yourself? You may feel that nobody will understand that coming out later in life is possible- you are not alone. As a non-binary, pan, ace, neurodivergent and disabled therapist, I have lived experience with where you are right now. When you come to see me, you will be met with non-judgment, empathy, understanding, and compassion. You are always welcome to come as you are. Outside the zoom room I love nature, dance, and fostering animals!
I’m glad you found my page! My name is Sage (they/them). Have you ever felt outcast from those around you, or less than others based on the intersectionality of your identities and how you present yourself? You may feel that nobody will understand that coming out later in life is possible- you are not alone. As a non-binary, pan, ace, neurodivergent and disabled therapist, I have lived experience with where you are right now. When you come to see me, you will be met with non-judgment, empathy, understanding, and compassion. You are always welcome to come as you are. Outside the zoom room I love nature, dance, and fostering animals!
Mike Elliot
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSPC, NCC, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17111
Waitlist for new clients
I am a cognitively oriented therapist. That is a fancy way to say I pay a lot of attention to your thoughts. There are only three things in the universe you can control: your thoughts, your feelings, and your behaviors. It is your thoughts that drive your feelings and behaviors. The better you manage your thoughts, the better you manage your emotions and your life.
I am a cognitively oriented therapist. That is a fancy way to say I pay a lot of attention to your thoughts. There are only three things in the universe you can control: your thoughts, your feelings, and your behaviors. It is your thoughts that drive your feelings and behaviors. The better you manage your thoughts, the better you manage your emotions and your life.
Ames Ryan Capomacchio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17105
Waitlist for new clients
Does this sound like your internal dialogue?: “What is wrong with me? Why can’t I just do better, be better? Will I always feel this broken?” What if the answer is that there is NOTHING wrong with you. What if you were to find out that you are fundamentally, at your core, a deeply good and capable human. What if love and acceptance for self and others were your status quo? We will explore aspects of yourself that may be difficult to love and accept, to help you better understand why you are repeating patterns that are harming you or the people around you, and to find a place where you can safely express all of who you are.
Does this sound like your internal dialogue?: “What is wrong with me? Why can’t I just do better, be better? Will I always feel this broken?” What if the answer is that there is NOTHING wrong with you. What if you were to find out that you are fundamentally, at your core, a deeply good and capable human. What if love and acceptance for self and others were your status quo? We will explore aspects of yourself that may be difficult to love and accept, to help you better understand why you are repeating patterns that are harming you or the people around you, and to find a place where you can safely express all of who you are.
Hello, I am Brian J. Davis, LCSW . I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience as a therapist and 20 years of experience as a social worker. I have spent time working with a variety of populations throughout my career. I have provided mental health treatment to a vast array of clients from all different walks of life. I love this aspect of being a therapist because it has allowed me to gain perspective and understanding of so many different cultures and lifestyles. I am calm and empathetic, I believe in therapy and the power it has to help a person actualize their best self.
Hello, I am Brian J. Davis, LCSW . I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience as a therapist and 20 years of experience as a social worker. I have spent time working with a variety of populations throughout my career. I have provided mental health treatment to a vast array of clients from all different walks of life. I love this aspect of being a therapist because it has allowed me to gain perspective and understanding of so many different cultures and lifestyles. I am calm and empathetic, I believe in therapy and the power it has to help a person actualize their best self.
Carissa is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 12 years of experience, specializing in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, PTSD, personality disorders, and severe mental illness. She treats patients above the age of 14 by using a holistic, trauma-informed approach to support a person's strengths, reduce distress associated with maladaptive coping mechanisms, and develop ways to better manage stress. Carissa aims to provide individuals with the tools and skills to live a life in line with their goals related to personal growth.
Carissa is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 12 years of experience, specializing in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, PTSD, personality disorders, and severe mental illness. She treats patients above the age of 14 by using a holistic, trauma-informed approach to support a person's strengths, reduce distress associated with maladaptive coping mechanisms, and develop ways to better manage stress. Carissa aims to provide individuals with the tools and skills to live a life in line with their goals related to personal growth.
I value and appreciate the courage it takes to open up and talk about stress in your life, relationship difficulties, and regrets. It's important to be able to talk to someone who is nonjudgmental. I value the therapeutic relationship and I believe it is important to find a good match between client and therapist.
I value and appreciate the courage it takes to open up and talk about stress in your life, relationship difficulties, and regrets. It's important to be able to talk to someone who is nonjudgmental. I value the therapeutic relationship and I believe it is important to find a good match between client and therapist.
Jennifer Lee Haney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, CMHC
Verified Verified
Hershey, PA 17033 (Online Only)
Hello! Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I know life can be so unpredictable and unfair. I am an experienced therapist and have worked with a variety of individuals and couples, teaching them how to cope with a lot of different issues. I strive to help my clients not only work through these challenges but also achieve goals so they can be the best version of themselves. I would be honored to work with you and help overcome any challenges you may be facing.
Hello! Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I know life can be so unpredictable and unfair. I am an experienced therapist and have worked with a variety of individuals and couples, teaching them how to cope with a lot of different issues. I strive to help my clients not only work through these challenges but also achieve goals so they can be the best version of themselves. I would be honored to work with you and help overcome any challenges you may be facing.
Dr. Felishatee Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17103 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Dr. Felishatee Rodriguez, a licensed professional counselor with 10+ years of experience in the field, and I truly love the work I do. Clients often describe me as the therapist who "just gets it." My approach acknowledges the profound impact of early life adversity and attachment disruptions on your life. My work with clients is grounded in transparency and a belief in your capacity for growth. I encourage you to bring your full, unfiltered self to our sessions.
Hello! I’m Dr. Felishatee Rodriguez, a licensed professional counselor with 10+ years of experience in the field, and I truly love the work I do. Clients often describe me as the therapist who "just gets it." My approach acknowledges the profound impact of early life adversity and attachment disruptions on your life. My work with clients is grounded in transparency and a belief in your capacity for growth. I encourage you to bring your full, unfiltered self to our sessions.
Jess Adam
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17101 (Online Only)
What would it feel like to be unconditionally supported, the way you support others? What would change if you had someone that walked alongside you, offering skills, safety, and a healthy dose of humor along the way? If you’re curious about the answers to these questions, I invite you to schedule a consultation to see if we might be a good fit - especially if you are a caregiver yourself. I specialize in "supporting the supporters". Whether you are a parent, caring for a family member, or otherwise in a caregiving role - I understand the deep exhaustion that can come from all you give to others.
What would it feel like to be unconditionally supported, the way you support others? What would change if you had someone that walked alongside you, offering skills, safety, and a healthy dose of humor along the way? If you’re curious about the answers to these questions, I invite you to schedule a consultation to see if we might be a good fit - especially if you are a caregiver yourself. I specialize in "supporting the supporters". Whether you are a parent, caring for a family member, or otherwise in a caregiving role - I understand the deep exhaustion that can come from all you give to others.
After asking your teenager countless times to clean their room, you walk in to see them playing video games with their dirty socks all over the floor! Now you’re seeing red. You’re either giving in to their bad behavior, snapping in frustration, and then feeling guilty about it. You know your kid needs extra support. His teachers have been throwing around “ADHD” as a diagnosis, but no one has any helpful advice. You’re in over your head. The habits he learns now will affect the rest of his life, and you feel like you’re failing him as a parent. You want what’s best for your child, but this feels like more than you can handle alone.
After asking your teenager countless times to clean their room, you walk in to see them playing video games with their dirty socks all over the floor! Now you’re seeing red. You’re either giving in to their bad behavior, snapping in frustration, and then feeling guilty about it. You know your kid needs extra support. His teachers have been throwing around “ADHD” as a diagnosis, but no one has any helpful advice. You’re in over your head. The habits he learns now will affect the rest of his life, and you feel like you’re failing him as a parent. You want what’s best for your child, but this feels like more than you can handle alone.
Emma Shannon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17111
Not accepting new clients
Healing from trauma, processing shame, and building self-confidence is a journey I'd be honored to join you on. I view therapy as a collaborative, relational process. My job is to facilitate the co-creation of a safe space together, in which I help you to connect with yourself in new ways. Who you are, your history, and your week-to-week needs inform the pacing, flow, and style of our sessions while I offer structure and information as needed. Our process will likely include connecting with internal resources to stabilize daily life, engaging in deep processing of traumas and wounding, and integrating new learning into self-concept.
Healing from trauma, processing shame, and building self-confidence is a journey I'd be honored to join you on. I view therapy as a collaborative, relational process. My job is to facilitate the co-creation of a safe space together, in which I help you to connect with yourself in new ways. Who you are, your history, and your week-to-week needs inform the pacing, flow, and style of our sessions while I offer structure and information as needed. Our process will likely include connecting with internal resources to stabilize daily life, engaging in deep processing of traumas and wounding, and integrating new learning into self-concept.
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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.