Transgender Therapists in McAllen, TX
Jessica Hope Murph
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LCDC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501 (Online Only)
The decision to begin therapy does not make you weak minded or a weak person; it does not mean you have failed, it means you're ready to get better! Everyone has different reasons for attending therapy: anxiety, trauma, family, relationship issues, intimacy issues, gender dysphoria.... No matter what made you take this step know that you are in a safe space where your rights and beliefs are fully validated. As a client focused therapist I will not give you advise but rather help you find your own solutions to the barriers lying in your way that's keeping you from living your best life.
The decision to begin therapy does not make you weak minded or a weak person; it does not mean you have failed, it means you're ready to get better! Everyone has different reasons for attending therapy: anxiety, trauma, family, relationship issues, intimacy issues, gender dysphoria.... No matter what made you take this step know that you are in a safe space where your rights and beliefs are fully validated. As a client focused therapist I will not give you advise but rather help you find your own solutions to the barriers lying in your way that's keeping you from living your best life.
Krystal Klein
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504 (Online Only)
I know life can at times feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate on your own. I am so happy that you are taking the step to begin working through whatever concerns you may have. When we meet, I hope that you will find a safe place where we can explore these concerns and develop a plan that will have you living your best life. My role is to guide and support you in building the skills and confidence necessary to live your best life. My style is not always “easy”, I will sometimes push you past your comfort zone, but I will always be empathetic and patient.
I know life can at times feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate on your own. I am so happy that you are taking the step to begin working through whatever concerns you may have. When we meet, I hope that you will find a safe place where we can explore these concerns and develop a plan that will have you living your best life. My role is to guide and support you in building the skills and confidence necessary to live your best life. My style is not always “easy”, I will sometimes push you past your comfort zone, but I will always be empathetic and patient.
Josefina Irigoyen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, MS, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
My goal is to help you, or your loved one, overcome any psychological and/or emotional state you may be struggling with, by providing a safe, caring, and professional environment to promote positive change towards well-being.
My goal is to help you, or your loved one, overcome any psychological and/or emotional state you may be struggling with, by providing a safe, caring, and professional environment to promote positive change towards well-being.
Stormy Lee Zamora
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
As a Queer Hispanic Female, I have a passion as a therapist to support fellow LGBTQIA+ clients with things unique to our experience and lives such as coming out, working through relationships with straight friends and family, developing meaningful, healthy sexual connections with our partners, and general healing with compassion. This is what I love most about this work! I have experience working with adults and couples encompassing a wide variety of topics.
As a Queer Hispanic Female, I have a passion as a therapist to support fellow LGBTQIA+ clients with things unique to our experience and lives such as coming out, working through relationships with straight friends and family, developing meaningful, healthy sexual connections with our partners, and general healing with compassion. This is what I love most about this work! I have experience working with adults and couples encompassing a wide variety of topics.
Sage Healing Counseling Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
Welcome to Sage Healing Counseling Services PLLC, we are overjoyed at the prospect of working with you and your family to address your unique worries, struggles, and mental health concerns. At SHCS we believe in working together with each individual client to build a strong foundation built on trust, respect, and empathy which lays the groundwork on which our clients will build up their coping skills, emotion regulation, mindfulness skills, self-awareness, motivation, relationships, communication skills, and much more.
Welcome to Sage Healing Counseling Services PLLC, we are overjoyed at the prospect of working with you and your family to address your unique worries, struggles, and mental health concerns. At SHCS we believe in working together with each individual client to build a strong foundation built on trust, respect, and empathy which lays the groundwork on which our clients will build up their coping skills, emotion regulation, mindfulness skills, self-awareness, motivation, relationships, communication skills, and much more.
Delia Yazmin Villarreal
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
Waitlist for new clients
I am an independently Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) providing our South Texas community with culturally sensitive, holistic, and empirically-supported psychological services tailored to each of my patient's individual needs and circumstances. I'm a native from Monterrey, NL, Mexico and have lived in South Texas for 28 years. As a bilingual psychology practitioner, I offer comprehensive Spanish, English, and dual-language evaluations, brief examinations, and long-term psychotherapeutic treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in the State of Texas.
I am an independently Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) providing our South Texas community with culturally sensitive, holistic, and empirically-supported psychological services tailored to each of my patient's individual needs and circumstances. I'm a native from Monterrey, NL, Mexico and have lived in South Texas for 28 years. As a bilingual psychology practitioner, I offer comprehensive Spanish, English, and dual-language evaluations, brief examinations, and long-term psychotherapeutic treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in the State of Texas.
The Groves Assessment and Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504
Our mission at The Groves is to provide a comprehensive, safe, supportive, and compassionate healing environment that focuses on cultivating self-discovery, connection, healing, and personal growth. We focus on providing you with high quality and diverse psychological services to children, teens, adults, and couples, that include the following: individual and group therapy, assessments, pediatric therapy, and animal assisted therapy. Our team consists of a dynamic group of elite, skilled clinicians, who strive to help clients navigate life's struggles. Our services are available in both English and Spanish.
Our mission at The Groves is to provide a comprehensive, safe, supportive, and compassionate healing environment that focuses on cultivating self-discovery, connection, healing, and personal growth. We focus on providing you with high quality and diverse psychological services to children, teens, adults, and couples, that include the following: individual and group therapy, assessments, pediatric therapy, and animal assisted therapy. Our team consists of a dynamic group of elite, skilled clinicians, who strive to help clients navigate life's struggles. Our services are available in both English and Spanish.
Are you struggling with painful emotions, negative racing thoughts, continuously worrying, feeling down, feeling stuck, or having relationship issues? If so, you are not alone, and I am here to help. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and stressful to the point it may influence our mental health, well-being, and relationships in negative ways. Seeking help and support is the first step toward your healing and self-care. Therapy may help you or your relationship develop awareness, understanding, and healthier solutions to grow and create change. As your therapist I walk beside you on your journey toward healing.
Are you struggling with painful emotions, negative racing thoughts, continuously worrying, feeling down, feeling stuck, or having relationship issues? If so, you are not alone, and I am here to help. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and stressful to the point it may influence our mental health, well-being, and relationships in negative ways. Seeking help and support is the first step toward your healing and self-care. Therapy may help you or your relationship develop awareness, understanding, and healthier solutions to grow and create change. As your therapist I walk beside you on your journey toward healing.
Dr. Catchings Women's Emotional Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-S, CFTP, EMDR, LCSWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78504 (Online Only)
Emotional issues are a community matter that affects us all. I am dedicated to meeting your needs through support, education, and direct services. I believe in a new high standard of response, helping you at the earliest stage and preventing unnecessary impairment and suffering for you and your family. I specialize in relationships, depression, anxiety, and family violence. I also assist with immigration and home studies. My main goal is to ensure you live a happy life, free of pain and negativity. You are not alone. We can walk together until you feel ready to fly. Cynthia V. Catchings, LCSW-S, CMHIMP, CLYL, CFTP, CMS, EMDR-T
Emotional issues are a community matter that affects us all. I am dedicated to meeting your needs through support, education, and direct services. I believe in a new high standard of response, helping you at the earliest stage and preventing unnecessary impairment and suffering for you and your family. I specialize in relationships, depression, anxiety, and family violence. I also assist with immigration and home studies. My main goal is to ensure you live a happy life, free of pain and negativity. You are not alone. We can walk together until you feel ready to fly. Cynthia V. Catchings, LCSW-S, CMHIMP, CLYL, CFTP, CMS, EMDR-T
Bluebonnet Counseling Center is a trauma sensitive, psychologist and woman-led, private practice specializing in the assessment and treatment of children, adults, and families. We offer counseling services in-person and through telehealth to families, adults, adolescents, and children in a warm, supportive environment conducted by our team of licensed professionals. We are now offering low cost counseling services to the under and/or uninsured. Please call our office for more information.
Bluebonnet Counseling Center is a trauma sensitive, psychologist and woman-led, private practice specializing in the assessment and treatment of children, adults, and families. We offer counseling services in-person and through telehealth to families, adults, adolescents, and children in a warm, supportive environment conducted by our team of licensed professionals. We are now offering low cost counseling services to the under and/or uninsured. Please call our office for more information.
Velma Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, C-DBT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501 (Online Only)
My name is Velma, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor with over ten years' experience in the mental health field. My practice focus is with individuals, couples and teens looking for support. I specialize in helping individuals manage emotional challenges of trauma, bipolar, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, child and adult ADHD, learning, academic, and work difficulties, self-esteem issues, chronic illness, and adjustment to change.
My name is Velma, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor with over ten years' experience in the mental health field. My practice focus is with individuals, couples and teens looking for support. I specialize in helping individuals manage emotional challenges of trauma, bipolar, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, child and adult ADHD, learning, academic, and work difficulties, self-esteem issues, chronic illness, and adjustment to change.
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Jessica Hope Murph
Sage Healing Counseling Services, PLLC
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Growing Generations of South Texas
Psychologist, PhD, LPC-S, LCDC, CART
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501
In a world of challenges and stressful events faced by individuals of all ages and their families, the support of a caring and involved counselor provides the opportunity to aim for self-fulfillment and personal growth. I believe that I can help you uncover the path to a meaningful life. I aim to support you in understanding and resolving challenging behavior patterns and perceptions to move in a new and positive direction in your life. Are you committed to your life goals? Are you hoping for a life of celebration and well-being? ....I am just a phone call away!
In a world of challenges and stressful events faced by individuals of all ages and their families, the support of a caring and involved counselor provides the opportunity to aim for self-fulfillment and personal growth. I believe that I can help you uncover the path to a meaningful life. I aim to support you in understanding and resolving challenging behavior patterns and perceptions to move in a new and positive direction in your life. Are you committed to your life goals? Are you hoping for a life of celebration and well-being? ....I am just a phone call away!
SPA, LLC - Supportive Psychological Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
I believe in a therapeutic process that revolves around life's changes and the journeys it takes us on. Choosing to change your focus is a powerful way of transforming any situation. Focusing on the positive doesn't mean that we are denying reality or avoiding what isn't working. It simply allows us to work from a grounded place in order to make the most informed decision from a less emotional place of clarity. Within our sessions, the goal is to cultivate a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship where an individual can bring their full self into session without any fear.
I believe in a therapeutic process that revolves around life's changes and the journeys it takes us on. Choosing to change your focus is a powerful way of transforming any situation. Focusing on the positive doesn't mean that we are denying reality or avoiding what isn't working. It simply allows us to work from a grounded place in order to make the most informed decision from a less emotional place of clarity. Within our sessions, the goal is to cultivate a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship where an individual can bring their full self into session without any fear.
Abby Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501 (Online Only)
You're suffering from body image distress wondering if there's a way forward or if you'll always feel discontent with your body. Maybe you have PCOS and you're struggling with infertility. You have been navigating grief or relationship difficulties in isolation. You are discovering who you are and asking questions about sexuality and gender. You envision one day feeling acceptance, even liberation, from the experiences that currently feel burdensome. You're ready to come home to yourself but not sure how. What would it be like to no longer navigate these hardships alone, but with someone affirming and nurturing?
You're suffering from body image distress wondering if there's a way forward or if you'll always feel discontent with your body. Maybe you have PCOS and you're struggling with infertility. You have been navigating grief or relationship difficulties in isolation. You are discovering who you are and asking questions about sexuality and gender. You envision one day feeling acceptance, even liberation, from the experiences that currently feel burdensome. You're ready to come home to yourself but not sure how. What would it be like to no longer navigate these hardships alone, but with someone affirming and nurturing?
Counseling and Wellness Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, CAC, MTS, MA
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501
Waitlist for new clients
You can heal in your goals by developing new skills to become the better person you want to be. By overcoming behavioral issues in whatever lifestyle and situation you find yourself in. In counseling, we can see our vulnerability as human beings where we find ourselves facing irrational ways of thinking that take us to negative feelings and then we act them out. Thus, the process of learning other ventures to life is to face ourselves at times with our own issues and learn to re-think things out. To heal ourselves is to also not only learn to change ourselves but to forgive ourselves along the journey of our lives.
You can heal in your goals by developing new skills to become the better person you want to be. By overcoming behavioral issues in whatever lifestyle and situation you find yourself in. In counseling, we can see our vulnerability as human beings where we find ourselves facing irrational ways of thinking that take us to negative feelings and then we act them out. Thus, the process of learning other ventures to life is to face ourselves at times with our own issues and learn to re-think things out. To heal ourselves is to also not only learn to change ourselves but to forgive ourselves along the journey of our lives.
Mariel Jen. Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McAllen, TX 78501
Hello there, are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with symptoms such as fears, panic, or uneasiness? Or perhaps you are feeling irritable or experiencing obsessive thoughts that are affecting your mood and causing depression. Seeking professional guidance is the first step to regain confidence. Just imagine yourself enjoying your daily activities without being held back by these struggles , I am a bilingual licensed counselor with experience and expertise to promote healthy lives, fulfill relationships, and build resilience in South Texas.
Hello there, are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with symptoms such as fears, panic, or uneasiness? Or perhaps you are feeling irritable or experiencing obsessive thoughts that are affecting your mood and causing depression. Seeking professional guidance is the first step to regain confidence. Just imagine yourself enjoying your daily activities without being held back by these struggles , I am a bilingual licensed counselor with experience and expertise to promote healthy lives, fulfill relationships, and build resilience in South Texas.
Dominguez Psychotherapy and Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78501
My name is Shanna Dominguez and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. You may be experiencing worry, fear, anxiety, depression, or a variety of other emotions. Good news, those emotions can be managed, I believe there are two experts in the room: You are the expert of your life and I am the clinical expert. I have had the privilege of working with adults, couples, and adolescents. I use a variety of techniques and theories to guide my work with you depending on what fits your needs. I specialize in CBT and DBT methods. As humans, we not only want to feel understood, but we want to understand ourselves & why we do the things we do.
My name is Shanna Dominguez and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. You may be experiencing worry, fear, anxiety, depression, or a variety of other emotions. Good news, those emotions can be managed, I believe there are two experts in the room: You are the expert of your life and I am the clinical expert. I have had the privilege of working with adults, couples, and adolescents. I use a variety of techniques and theories to guide my work with you depending on what fits your needs. I specialize in CBT and DBT methods. As humans, we not only want to feel understood, but we want to understand ourselves & why we do the things we do.
Amethyst Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
McAllen, TX 78503 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
What I bring to the table is a blend of personal experience as a transgender woman and professional knowledge as a clinical psychologist that we can collaboratively use as a compass to help you get from where you are today to who you are meant to be.
Have you ever been so emotionally numb from the sight of your own reflection that you weren't even sure you existed in that moment? Have you ever burned with anger and disappointment because people weren't understanding even the basics of what your life and your identity entail? Have you ever stopped short of sharing who you are with the most important people in your life out of an intense fear of what they might do or say in response? Have you ever looked at the world around you and wondered how you could ever cope with all of the hatred that you see? Have you ever wondered where you'll need to move to stay safe from new laws?
What I bring to the table is a blend of personal experience as a transgender woman and professional knowledge as a clinical psychologist that we can collaboratively use as a compass to help you get from where you are today to who you are meant to be.
Have you ever been so emotionally numb from the sight of your own reflection that you weren't even sure you existed in that moment? Have you ever burned with anger and disappointment because people weren't understanding even the basics of what your life and your identity entail? Have you ever stopped short of sharing who you are with the most important people in your life out of an intense fear of what they might do or say in response? Have you ever looked at the world around you and wondered how you could ever cope with all of the hatred that you see? Have you ever wondered where you'll need to move to stay safe from new laws?
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We are a mental health counseling agency located in Edinburg, TX. We offer in-person and telehealth counseling. Our mission is to make obtaining counseling convenient and accessible. We offer day-time, evening, and weekend hours.
We are a mental health counseling agency located in Edinburg, TX. We offer in-person and telehealth counseling. Our mission is to make obtaining counseling convenient and accessible. We offer day-time, evening, and weekend hours.
Dr. Cristal Angela Reyna
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edinburg, TX 78541 (Online Only)
My work with teens and adults who have experienced trauma begins with meeting them where they are at. I utilize a person centered approach with trauma informed care practices to ease clients into therapy. Teaching coping skills and assisting in emotional exploration are key skills needed to begin the healing process and I am ready to help you identify the skills you already possess.
My work with teens and adults who have experienced trauma begins with meeting them where they are at. I utilize a person centered approach with trauma informed care practices to ease clients into therapy. Teaching coping skills and assisting in emotional exploration are key skills needed to begin the healing process and I am ready to help you identify the skills you already possess.
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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.