Transgender Therapists in Allentown, PA
Jennifer Whitlock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18102 (Online Only)
I have taught workshops on transgender issues at universities, high schools and conferences.
I have a soft spot for people who are quirky and unconventional, as I am. I welcome free spirits and those who yearn to express their authentic selves. Life can be more satisfying when one lives for what brings joy, not approval. I love to work with people who already have some insight into their issues and are ready to explore their emotions, thoughts and behaviors in greater depth and try new behaviors - that's why I do so well counseling fellow therapists. I encourage my clients to experience and understand their emotions, rather than regarding feelings as nasty symptoms that they want to get rid of.
I have taught workshops on transgender issues at universities, high schools and conferences.
I have a soft spot for people who are quirky and unconventional, as I am. I welcome free spirits and those who yearn to express their authentic selves. Life can be more satisfying when one lives for what brings joy, not approval. I love to work with people who already have some insight into their issues and are ready to explore their emotions, thoughts and behaviors in greater depth and try new behaviors - that's why I do so well counseling fellow therapists. I encourage my clients to experience and understand their emotions, rather than regarding feelings as nasty symptoms that they want to get rid of.
I have helped clients address struggles with anxiety, depression, self-injury, low self-esteem, lesbian/gay/bisexual & transgender identity issues, family relationship difficulties, religious traumas, & eating disorders / negative body image.
Now accepting self-pay clients -nationwide- for TeleHealth-Psychotherapy! Contact me to see if your state has enacted PsyPact (43 states in the continental USA have). Insurance coverage for out-of-state TeleHealth-Psychotherapy is possible! Contact me to have your health insurance benefits verified. It takes strength & courage to acknowledge personal shortcomings, painful experiences, & life stressors. I commend you for seeking professional help & I would be honored to be part of your journey of healing & self-improvement. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist, lesbian, & woman of color.
I have helped clients address struggles with anxiety, depression, self-injury, low self-esteem, lesbian/gay/bisexual & transgender identity issues, family relationship difficulties, religious traumas, & eating disorders / negative body image.
Now accepting self-pay clients -nationwide- for TeleHealth-Psychotherapy! Contact me to see if your state has enacted PsyPact (43 states in the continental USA have). Insurance coverage for out-of-state TeleHealth-Psychotherapy is possible! Contact me to have your health insurance benefits verified. It takes strength & courage to acknowledge personal shortcomings, painful experiences, & life stressors. I commend you for seeking professional help & I would be honored to be part of your journey of healing & self-improvement. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist, lesbian, & woman of color.
Michael Zwizanski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103 (Online Only)
I have experience working with queer, gay, lesbian, non-binary and transgender clients of various cultural backgrounds and have supported clients along their journey to finding their authentic self and identity.
In my work, I seek to make a connection that will cultivate a safe, judgement-free space to work through challenging issues & promote self-discovery. My stance in life and in my practice is anti-racist, sex positive, LGBTQ+ competent and gender affirming. I recognize my privilege as a cis-gender, white, male professional and strive to position myself as an equal collaborator in the processes of growth and change within my clients. Coming from an entertainment industry background, I have worked extensively with artists, musicians, actors and entrepreneurs and understand the creative process,
I have experience working with queer, gay, lesbian, non-binary and transgender clients of various cultural backgrounds and have supported clients along their journey to finding their authentic self and identity.
In my work, I seek to make a connection that will cultivate a safe, judgement-free space to work through challenging issues & promote self-discovery. My stance in life and in my practice is anti-racist, sex positive, LGBTQ+ competent and gender affirming. I recognize my privilege as a cis-gender, white, male professional and strive to position myself as an equal collaborator in the processes of growth and change within my clients. Coming from an entertainment industry background, I have worked extensively with artists, musicians, actors and entrepreneurs and understand the creative process,
Sara Tristan Grove
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We all deserve to be heard, connected with, and loved authentically--there are so many of us who feel like we aren't seen for who we are, whether its because we feel held back by past struggles or we're still trying to learn who we want to be. I want to hear your story and help you finally feel seen. I'm here to create a safe space so you can bring what you need to our session. Therapy is a place to laugh, cry, explore, and overcome. We can do that together through empathy and person-centered work, where I meet you where you are and help you find the growth and change you're looking for.
We all deserve to be heard, connected with, and loved authentically--there are so many of us who feel like we aren't seen for who we are, whether its because we feel held back by past struggles or we're still trying to learn who we want to be. I want to hear your story and help you finally feel seen. I'm here to create a safe space so you can bring what you need to our session. Therapy is a place to laugh, cry, explore, and overcome. We can do that together through empathy and person-centered work, where I meet you where you are and help you find the growth and change you're looking for.
Dr. Christine Hartigan (Formerly Haasz)
Psychologist, PsyD, CAADC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103
My focus is on empowering clients on their journey towards cultivating greater self-acceptance, creating healthier and more fulfilling relationships, and achieving an alignment between their personal goals and choices. This collaborative journey of self-discovery and growth is guided by open and empathetic dialogue, allowing clients to live more authentic and meaningful lives. My practice addresses many types of client concerns and I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ clients. I provide gender assessments for medical affirmation referrals based on the WPATH Standards of Care, usually in one to two session.
My focus is on empowering clients on their journey towards cultivating greater self-acceptance, creating healthier and more fulfilling relationships, and achieving an alignment between their personal goals and choices. This collaborative journey of self-discovery and growth is guided by open and empathetic dialogue, allowing clients to live more authentic and meaningful lives. My practice addresses many types of client concerns and I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ clients. I provide gender assessments for medical affirmation referrals based on the WPATH Standards of Care, usually in one to two session.
Kaitlyn Farrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18101
Therapy is a journey you and I take together. In times of pain and discomfort, we have the potential to grow into a stronger version of ourselves. My goal as your therapist will be to create a safe space where we can explore ways to decrease distress, so that you can live life feeling lighter and unburdened.
Therapy is a journey you and I take together. In times of pain and discomfort, we have the potential to grow into a stronger version of ourselves. My goal as your therapist will be to create a safe space where we can explore ways to decrease distress, so that you can live life feeling lighter and unburdened.
Erika Gray
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFT, LPC, ADHD-CC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
Exploring emotions can be a profound journey, often beginning with the simplest of questions: How do you describe an emotion without using other emotional terms? This question underscores the instinctual nature of our feelings, guiding my approach to therapy. I believe in bringing awareness to these emotions, recognizing their inherent nature, and harnessing the strengths each person carries within them.
Exploring emotions can be a profound journey, often beginning with the simplest of questions: How do you describe an emotion without using other emotional terms? This question underscores the instinctual nature of our feelings, guiding my approach to therapy. I believe in bringing awareness to these emotions, recognizing their inherent nature, and harnessing the strengths each person carries within them.
Therapy offers a unique relationship in which an individual or family is able to gain support and insight to create positive and healthy changes. I feel humbled by the privilege to work with those who are motivated to seek opportunities to heal and grow. While I have a specialization in the treatment of children/adolescents and families, I enjoy working with a diverse population of clients. My utilization of a person-centered approach allows for each therapeutic relationship to be tailored to an individual, addressing issues and stressors as defined while developing a trusting and empathic partnership.
Therapy offers a unique relationship in which an individual or family is able to gain support and insight to create positive and healthy changes. I feel humbled by the privilege to work with those who are motivated to seek opportunities to heal and grow. While I have a specialization in the treatment of children/adolescents and families, I enjoy working with a diverse population of clients. My utilization of a person-centered approach allows for each therapeutic relationship to be tailored to an individual, addressing issues and stressors as defined while developing a trusting and empathic partnership.
Daniel S Raphael
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I am here to help you heal and grow. I utilize psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy and work with you to create a clear treatment plan to help you determine your goals. I provide telehealth counseling services to children, teens, adults and families. I specialize working with Neurodiverse individuals as well as a variety of other challenges including anxiety, depression and trauma throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. I have experience and passion working with the LGBTQ communities.
Hello! I am here to help you heal and grow. I utilize psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy and work with you to create a clear treatment plan to help you determine your goals. I provide telehealth counseling services to children, teens, adults and families. I specialize working with Neurodiverse individuals as well as a variety of other challenges including anxiety, depression and trauma throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. I have experience and passion working with the LGBTQ communities.
Debra A Vaughn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18106
Waitlist for new clients
Please email me to inquire about scheduling as a new client/current wait list times. I work with preteens, adolescents, and adults. I admire those seeking positive change and personal growth in their lives. It is a privilege to provide support and guidance to people working to better themselves and to connect to others in such a meaningful way.
Please email me to inquire about scheduling as a new client/current wait list times. I work with preteens, adolescents, and adults. I admire those seeking positive change and personal growth in their lives. It is a privilege to provide support and guidance to people working to better themselves and to connect to others in such a meaningful way.
Our practice strives to help individuals, couples and families find improved emotional and physical health, along with enhanced pleasure, meaning, and purpose in life. Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed and want to feel better? Have you experienced trauma or abuse and want to find healing and peace? Are you dissatisfied in relationships, whether with friends, family or coworkers? Are you feeling bored or trapped in your job or career and looking for more fulfillment? Are you dealing with an illness and wanting support? Are you re-evaluating where you are in life and where you want to go? We can help!
Our practice strives to help individuals, couples and families find improved emotional and physical health, along with enhanced pleasure, meaning, and purpose in life. Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed and want to feel better? Have you experienced trauma or abuse and want to find healing and peace? Are you dissatisfied in relationships, whether with friends, family or coworkers? Are you feeling bored or trapped in your job or career and looking for more fulfillment? Are you dealing with an illness and wanting support? Are you re-evaluating where you are in life and where you want to go? We can help!
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I am passionate about working with diverse populations, including adults, adolescents, and individuals with disabilities, including those on the autism spectrum. My approach is rooted in a deep understanding of the unique challenges each group faces. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their emotions and experiences. It is my goal to help individuals, regardless of age or ability, feel heard and understood as we navigate their journeys together.
I am passionate about working with diverse populations, including adults, adolescents, and individuals with disabilities, including those on the autism spectrum. My approach is rooted in a deep understanding of the unique challenges each group faces. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their emotions and experiences. It is my goal to help individuals, regardless of age or ability, feel heard and understood as we navigate their journeys together.
Raven Hoover
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103 (Online Only)
Are you looking for someone who doesn’t judge a book by its cover? Do you yearn to be openly, unapologetically yourself without fearing rejection? I’m here to hold space for you- the whole you- not just the individual aspects of your identity. My client-centered, trauma-informed approach focuses on connection, compassion, & reclaiming your power. I see the parts that make you vibrant, interesting, & wholly unique as strengths to be celebrated. I want to help you recognize, cherish, & celebrate your worth.
Are you looking for someone who doesn’t judge a book by its cover? Do you yearn to be openly, unapologetically yourself without fearing rejection? I’m here to hold space for you- the whole you- not just the individual aspects of your identity. My client-centered, trauma-informed approach focuses on connection, compassion, & reclaiming your power. I see the parts that make you vibrant, interesting, & wholly unique as strengths to be celebrated. I want to help you recognize, cherish, & celebrate your worth.
Tasha Behnke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18102 (Online Only)
I serve individuals in the Lehigh valley and surrounding areas seeking confidential and discreet support in working through issues and stressors affecting their everyday lives.
I serve individuals in the Lehigh valley and surrounding areas seeking confidential and discreet support in working through issues and stressors affecting their everyday lives.
Christy Yerk-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
Waitlist for new clients
Skilled in relating to adolescents/ adults. Mental health and adjustment, personal growth/ quality of life issues. Solution-focused, brief approach. Humanistic/ strengths-based approach.
Skilled in relating to adolescents/ adults. Mental health and adjustment, personal growth/ quality of life issues. Solution-focused, brief approach. Humanistic/ strengths-based approach.
Dr. Blechschmidt is a licensed clinical psychologist and a certified school psychologist. She enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, school performance, relationship dissatisfaction, professional performance, ADHD, and family problems. In addition, Dr. Blechschmidt is trained to provide educational, psychological, and neuropsychological assessment for a variety of issues.
Dr. Blechschmidt is a licensed clinical psychologist and a certified school psychologist. She enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, school performance, relationship dissatisfaction, professional performance, ADHD, and family problems. In addition, Dr. Blechschmidt is trained to provide educational, psychological, and neuropsychological assessment for a variety of issues.
You are not alone! The road to recover from past trauma, grief, sadness, anxiety, disappointment, physical pain and addiction is often difficult to begin. It is fear that keeps us stuck and often unable to move in the direction of health & wellness. I am here to tell you that you ARE STRONG and the choice to move through fear is possible. My name is Amy Rudisill, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 36 years experience working with people struggling with negative symptoms related to trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, work related stress, & relationship problems. Please look at my website for more information.
You are not alone! The road to recover from past trauma, grief, sadness, anxiety, disappointment, physical pain and addiction is often difficult to begin. It is fear that keeps us stuck and often unable to move in the direction of health & wellness. I am here to tell you that you ARE STRONG and the choice to move through fear is possible. My name is Amy Rudisill, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 36 years experience working with people struggling with negative symptoms related to trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, work related stress, & relationship problems. Please look at my website for more information.
It can be easy to feel lost in a demanding world where there seems to be no room for wellness. I am here to help you integrate mindfulness practices into your daily life to help ease distress. I will work with you to find stability within yourself utilizing somatic based therapies and existential exploration. Together we will take the journey in transcending beliefs, habits and thoughts that are no longer serving your highest well being.
It can be easy to feel lost in a demanding world where there seems to be no room for wellness. I am here to help you integrate mindfulness practices into your daily life to help ease distress. I will work with you to find stability within yourself utilizing somatic based therapies and existential exploration. Together we will take the journey in transcending beliefs, habits and thoughts that are no longer serving your highest well being.
Dr. Danielle Mink
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel stuck, disconnected, lost, or not like yourself? Our ever-changing world is full of stressors and challenges and many of us don't feel like we have the support we need to face them. Through therapy, you can receive that support in a non-judgmental, affirming space. In our work together, I see us as a team collaborating to identify patterns, where they came from, and how we can adjust them to help you create the life you want to live. The therapeutic relationship can be transformative, and my hope is that ours will empower and challenge you to be your whole, authentic self and blossom into the you you want to be.
Do you feel stuck, disconnected, lost, or not like yourself? Our ever-changing world is full of stressors and challenges and many of us don't feel like we have the support we need to face them. Through therapy, you can receive that support in a non-judgmental, affirming space. In our work together, I see us as a team collaborating to identify patterns, where they came from, and how we can adjust them to help you create the life you want to live. The therapeutic relationship can be transformative, and my hope is that ours will empower and challenge you to be your whole, authentic self and blossom into the you you want to be.
For over 13 years, I've partnered with individuals to navigate life's challenges and achieve their goals. My focus on men of color, particularly Black and Latino men, has allowed me to cultivate a deep understanding of their unique experiences. I'm passionate about fostering a collaborative space where they can develop self-worth, resilience, and empowerment to create truly fulfilling lives. I believe that the journey of self-discovery is a lifelong process, and I'm honored to walk alongside my clients as they navigate their paths toward healing and wholeness.
For over 13 years, I've partnered with individuals to navigate life's challenges and achieve their goals. My focus on men of color, particularly Black and Latino men, has allowed me to cultivate a deep understanding of their unique experiences. I'm passionate about fostering a collaborative space where they can develop self-worth, resilience, and empowerment to create truly fulfilling lives. I believe that the journey of self-discovery is a lifelong process, and I'm honored to walk alongside my clients as they navigate their paths toward healing and wholeness.
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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.