LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Kyle, TX
I have been working with Young Adults (age 18 and older), predominantly female or gender queer, for about 19 years now and I love it. My goal in therapy is to help you get through the difficulties life brings your way. By providing a nurturing, comfortable environment, it allows you to relax and trust me and the counseling process. My positive, strength-building style of counseling means that I listen to you, understand what you are going through, see the strengths and positive parts, and set goals for what is not working. We will work together to figure it out.
I have been working with Young Adults (age 18 and older), predominantly female or gender queer, for about 19 years now and I love it. My goal in therapy is to help you get through the difficulties life brings your way. By providing a nurturing, comfortable environment, it allows you to relax and trust me and the counseling process. My positive, strength-building style of counseling means that I listen to you, understand what you are going through, see the strengths and positive parts, and set goals for what is not working. We will work together to figure it out.
Michele Quintin Quill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BSP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kyle, TX 78640
I am LGBTQ+ affirming, autism informed, and very polyamorous/kink knowledgeable.
I specialize in doing the deep work that helps people heal from complex trauma and PTSD, childhood abuse/neglect and other big wounds. You may struggle inside, even if you look put together on the outside. My style is caring, compassionate, and direct. Expect me to listen deeply and help you heal from the inside out. We will work together to help you gain insight and learn new skills for managing difficult situations. You will learn to attune to how your body is experiencing the world and how to let emotions move through you. So much is possible when you have determination and the right guide. Together, let's make good shift happen!
I am LGBTQ+ affirming, autism informed, and very polyamorous/kink knowledgeable.
I specialize in doing the deep work that helps people heal from complex trauma and PTSD, childhood abuse/neglect and other big wounds. You may struggle inside, even if you look put together on the outside. My style is caring, compassionate, and direct. Expect me to listen deeply and help you heal from the inside out. We will work together to help you gain insight and learn new skills for managing difficult situations. You will learn to attune to how your body is experiencing the world and how to let emotions move through you. So much is possible when you have determination and the right guide. Together, let's make good shift happen!
Stephanie Garza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kyle, TX 78640
I provide culturally responsive and LGBTQ inclusive and affirming services.
I support clients by exploring their experiences integrating relational healing, spirituality, and grief work with the goal of overcoming hardships making space for more joy, wellness, and love. I have experience supporting clients with depression and anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
I provide culturally responsive and LGBTQ inclusive and affirming services.
I support clients by exploring their experiences integrating relational healing, spirituality, and grief work with the goal of overcoming hardships making space for more joy, wellness, and love. I have experience supporting clients with depression and anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
Mary Ruth Roberts is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2000. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, she began training in Nutrition. Mary became a Registered Dietitian for many years while continuing to work in Mental Health. Mary offers a variety of evidence-based practices such as training in CBT, CPT, Certified in The Neuro Change Method, and other evidence-based practices such as DBT, ACT, and Brief Solution Focused Therapy. Mary has worked with adolescents and adults for more than 20 years and provided a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to therapy.
Mary Ruth Roberts is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2000. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, she began training in Nutrition. Mary became a Registered Dietitian for many years while continuing to work in Mental Health. Mary offers a variety of evidence-based practices such as training in CBT, CPT, Certified in The Neuro Change Method, and other evidence-based practices such as DBT, ACT, and Brief Solution Focused Therapy. Mary has worked with adolescents and adults for more than 20 years and provided a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to therapy.
Ian Woodwick is a Psychologist in Texas who has been practicing since 2023. Ian humbly approaches each person where they are as a unique human being in the context of their family, culture, and world. Each of us is on our own beautiful journey through this life and therapy is a place in which to see ourselves from a different, judgment-free perspective. Ian's intent is to work together on whatever concerns you have. He primarily uses techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Humanistic/Existential therapy. Ian also incorporates somewhat relevant pop-culture references at will.
Ian Woodwick is a Psychologist in Texas who has been practicing since 2023. Ian humbly approaches each person where they are as a unique human being in the context of their family, culture, and world. Each of us is on our own beautiful journey through this life and therapy is a place in which to see ourselves from a different, judgment-free perspective. Ian's intent is to work together on whatever concerns you have. He primarily uses techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Humanistic/Existential therapy. Ian also incorporates somewhat relevant pop-culture references at will.
Juli Acuña is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2019. With experience in Play Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, Juli aims to help children, youth, and adults gain the skills needed to overcome life's challenges, set and attain their personal goals, and form healthier relationships with those around them. With a relationship-centered approach, she hopes to provide an affirming and nonjudgmental environment for clients to explore thinking and behavioral habits which can help them form healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Juli Acuña is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2019. With experience in Play Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, Juli aims to help children, youth, and adults gain the skills needed to overcome life's challenges, set and attain their personal goals, and form healthier relationships with those around them. With a relationship-centered approach, she hopes to provide an affirming and nonjudgmental environment for clients to explore thinking and behavioral habits which can help them form healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Unitive Counseling (Tanya Martinez-Cardenas)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC, ICADC, SAP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kyle, TX 78640 (Online Only)
Do you wake up anxious, have knots in your stomach, feel lost and confused, can't make decisions, question your purpose, feel like the least luckiest person on the planet? You're not alone. Most people feel that way. Go to medical personnel and they will tell you that anxiety and depression are pretty normal experiences. But, they shouldn't be normal. They are a sign that you are off course and disconnected from yourself. Nothing could be more abnormal than that. When we are connected, we are clear about what we want. We know who we are. We stand up for ourselves. We don't watch life pass us by.
Do you wake up anxious, have knots in your stomach, feel lost and confused, can't make decisions, question your purpose, feel like the least luckiest person on the planet? You're not alone. Most people feel that way. Go to medical personnel and they will tell you that anxiety and depression are pretty normal experiences. But, they shouldn't be normal. They are a sign that you are off course and disconnected from yourself. Nothing could be more abnormal than that. When we are connected, we are clear about what we want. We know who we are. We stand up for ourselves. We don't watch life pass us by.
Seeking therapy means taking the first step to putting your needs and mental health first. Doing something for you. I help clients who want to invest in themselves by helping them achieve optimal mental health so they can be the best version of themselves and feel more balanced. I hold space and am of support to those navigating distressing mental health symptoms, life changes, and transitions. I use a collaborative and empowering approach to help you get to where you want to be.
Seeking therapy means taking the first step to putting your needs and mental health first. Doing something for you. I help clients who want to invest in themselves by helping them achieve optimal mental health so they can be the best version of themselves and feel more balanced. I hold space and am of support to those navigating distressing mental health symptoms, life changes, and transitions. I use a collaborative and empowering approach to help you get to where you want to be.
Matt Godwin
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kyle, TX 78640 (Online Only)
Pain can lead to the most profound feelings of isolation and hopelessness. I have experience working with individuals, families, and couples, helping people during the most vulnerable times in their lives and have seen first hand how unresolved and damaged relationships have negatively impacted people and caused pain. One of people's biggest regrets at end-of-life are the relationships they have neglected. One of my greatest passions is working with individuals and families to address hurts and impasses: being both witness and participant.
Pain can lead to the most profound feelings of isolation and hopelessness. I have experience working with individuals, families, and couples, helping people during the most vulnerable times in their lives and have seen first hand how unresolved and damaged relationships have negatively impacted people and caused pain. One of people's biggest regrets at end-of-life are the relationships they have neglected. One of my greatest passions is working with individuals and families to address hurts and impasses: being both witness and participant.
Abel Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kyle, TX 78640
One of the greatest challenges of life is finding peace within yourself, when one is challenged by depression, anxiety, abuse or trauma that peace can sometimes feel unattainable. This is why finding the "Right" therapist can be a task in itself. As for myself, I believe that "Normal" only exist on a washing machine & finding the "Right" therapist can be just as important as finding the perfect time to pursue that peace.
One of the greatest challenges of life is finding peace within yourself, when one is challenged by depression, anxiety, abuse or trauma that peace can sometimes feel unattainable. This is why finding the "Right" therapist can be a task in itself. As for myself, I believe that "Normal" only exist on a washing machine & finding the "Right" therapist can be just as important as finding the perfect time to pursue that peace.
Christopher Wilkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSOTP
Verified Verified
Kyle, TX 78640 (Online Only)
How do you care for yourself? How do you deal with adversity especially when your struggling? All of us have a tendency to latch on to reasons of why we do what we do, but sometimes these reasons aren’t always true and can actually cause us and those we love more suffering. I look forward to working with you on any issue, in a safe confidential space. I have a collaborative style that focuses on the goals of healthy processing, empowerment, and self-sufficiency.
How do you care for yourself? How do you deal with adversity especially when your struggling? All of us have a tendency to latch on to reasons of why we do what we do, but sometimes these reasons aren’t always true and can actually cause us and those we love more suffering. I look forward to working with you on any issue, in a safe confidential space. I have a collaborative style that focuses on the goals of healthy processing, empowerment, and self-sufficiency.
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In our work together, I'll seek to provide an atmosphere where you feel understood. With empathy and curiosity, my aim is to help you understand the ways you have struggled, and are struggling. Painful, yet unprocessed emotions are often at the root of our suffering. These emotions need care and attunement, a "relational home." By experiencing these emotions together in psychotherapy, you will likely gain significant inner freedom, as you understand yourself more deeply and experience a reduction in your symptoms.
In our work together, I'll seek to provide an atmosphere where you feel understood. With empathy and curiosity, my aim is to help you understand the ways you have struggled, and are struggling. Painful, yet unprocessed emotions are often at the root of our suffering. These emotions need care and attunement, a "relational home." By experiencing these emotions together in psychotherapy, you will likely gain significant inner freedom, as you understand yourself more deeply and experience a reduction in your symptoms.
Congratulations to you! You are already doing the work that can lead to YOU being a Better YOU! You’ve taken the most difficult step and that’s the decision to seek therapy. If you are feeling unmotivated, depressed, or anxious and having problems in your personal or work life, I would like to assist you in acquiring the tools to help you better manage these issues. Even if it’s a behavior you’d like to change, anger you’d like to control, or trauma you’d like to sort through, my passion is to help individuals overcome debilitating issues and begin living the life they deserve.
Congratulations to you! You are already doing the work that can lead to YOU being a Better YOU! You’ve taken the most difficult step and that’s the decision to seek therapy. If you are feeling unmotivated, depressed, or anxious and having problems in your personal or work life, I would like to assist you in acquiring the tools to help you better manage these issues. Even if it’s a behavior you’d like to change, anger you’d like to control, or trauma you’d like to sort through, my passion is to help individuals overcome debilitating issues and begin living the life they deserve.
Tressie Seegers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kyle, TX 78640 (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of women ages 25 & up dealing with life challenges such as boundary issues, people-pleasing, procrastination, avoidance, perfectionism, relationship issues, life transitions, loss & grief. I work from a wellness lens and consider the whole person. Some of my clients are often overwhelmed and have limited to no time for self-care. Therapy is a weekly time set aside for my clients to have their own space to focus on themselves and what they need to thrive and live the life they want.
I specialize in the treatment of women ages 25 & up dealing with life challenges such as boundary issues, people-pleasing, procrastination, avoidance, perfectionism, relationship issues, life transitions, loss & grief. I work from a wellness lens and consider the whole person. Some of my clients are often overwhelmed and have limited to no time for self-care. Therapy is a weekly time set aside for my clients to have their own space to focus on themselves and what they need to thrive and live the life they want.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
As a psychotherapist in the South Austin area, I counsel adults, with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, trauma, and grief and loss. It is my desire to facilitate your transformation, healing, and growth toward wholeness. I will encourage, and often challenge, you to discover and listen to all aspects of yourself, enabling more authentic expression, expanded creativity and intuition, and connection to your life passion. I desire to create a physical and emotional space for you that is warm, accepting, and non-judgmental. I also work with clients as an InterSpiritual Guidess.
As a psychotherapist in the South Austin area, I counsel adults, with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, trauma, and grief and loss. It is my desire to facilitate your transformation, healing, and growth toward wholeness. I will encourage, and often challenge, you to discover and listen to all aspects of yourself, enabling more authentic expression, expanded creativity and intuition, and connection to your life passion. I desire to create a physical and emotional space for you that is warm, accepting, and non-judgmental. I also work with clients as an InterSpiritual Guidess.
You're probably reading this because you're considering counseling. I think that's a great first step. No matter who you choose, I hope you meet with someone. Here's a litte about me; I hope this makes your job of selecting someone a little easier.
You're probably reading this because you're considering counseling. I think that's a great first step. No matter who you choose, I hope you meet with someone. Here's a litte about me; I hope this makes your job of selecting someone a little easier.
In my experience, I've found that people come to therapy when they are in a crisis situation or encounter something that seems too overwhelming to face on their own. I approach my work in a collaborative way that promotes self-awareness, understanding, support and discovery, promoting safety and understanding. By focusing strengths, I hope to assist my clients in finding healthy ways to cope with stressors, achieve desired changes, better understand how they relate to others and the world, develop personal potential and empower in a gentle, purposeful manner.
In my experience, I've found that people come to therapy when they are in a crisis situation or encounter something that seems too overwhelming to face on their own. I approach my work in a collaborative way that promotes self-awareness, understanding, support and discovery, promoting safety and understanding. By focusing strengths, I hope to assist my clients in finding healthy ways to cope with stressors, achieve desired changes, better understand how they relate to others and the world, develop personal potential and empower in a gentle, purposeful manner.
Are you struggling with trauma triggers, shame, anxiety, low mood, difficulty managing emotions, or unresolved challenges? Are you looking for a clear, direct, and effective path to healing from trauma or stressful events? Would you like to gain insight into your present behaviors and relationships? I help people with a variety of issues including trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, chronic illness, stress, life transitions, personal growth, grief and loss, self -esteem issues, and self-injurious behaviors.
Are you struggling with trauma triggers, shame, anxiety, low mood, difficulty managing emotions, or unresolved challenges? Are you looking for a clear, direct, and effective path to healing from trauma or stressful events? Would you like to gain insight into your present behaviors and relationships? I help people with a variety of issues including trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, chronic illness, stress, life transitions, personal growth, grief and loss, self -esteem issues, and self-injurious behaviors.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kyle, TX 78640
Deepen, reignite/repair or decide? You, your partner and therapist, no groups. Did you historically have to rely on yourself? Are you tired of suffering, ready to resolve core issues? Affairs, conflict, fears with intimacy, abandonment, narcissistic abuse recovery, performance anxiety, sexual "baggage," infertility and adoption, chronic health issues, long distance, inter-racial, separation/divorce, parental alienation, co-parenting, dating post divorce, identity and healing intergenerational trauma. Digital resources available via lovesextrustproductions.com.
Deepen, reignite/repair or decide? You, your partner and therapist, no groups. Did you historically have to rely on yourself? Are you tired of suffering, ready to resolve core issues? Affairs, conflict, fears with intimacy, abandonment, narcissistic abuse recovery, performance anxiety, sexual "baggage," infertility and adoption, chronic health issues, long distance, inter-racial, separation/divorce, parental alienation, co-parenting, dating post divorce, identity and healing intergenerational trauma. Digital resources available via lovesextrustproductions.com.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
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.