LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in McKinney, TX
Katrina Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070 (Online Only)
When I speak to people facing transitions, they are often devastated, confused and stuck. A safe space to feel heard, encouraged, and validated is enough to begin a new journey. My name is Katrina Brown, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with sixteen years of experience. My specialties include working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with divorce/separation, blended families, and absent parents.
When I speak to people facing transitions, they are often devastated, confused and stuck. A safe space to feel heard, encouraged, and validated is enough to begin a new journey. My name is Katrina Brown, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with sixteen years of experience. My specialties include working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with divorce/separation, blended families, and absent parents.
HABLO ESPANOL! My story is a bit unique as to how I became a psychotherapist. I studied abroad in Costa Rica during college where I learned the Spanish language and where my love of adventure and exploration began. After moving to Los Angeles for several years, I decided to then move to New York City to pursue a career in music which is my first love. I was living in NYC and working for Sony Music on September 11, 2001 which changed my life dramatically. I decided to return to The University of Texas in Austin and obtained my Masters in Social Work in an effort to pursue a career in helping others which is my second love.
HABLO ESPANOL! My story is a bit unique as to how I became a psychotherapist. I studied abroad in Costa Rica during college where I learned the Spanish language and where my love of adventure and exploration began. After moving to Los Angeles for several years, I decided to then move to New York City to pursue a career in music which is my first love. I was living in NYC and working for Sony Music on September 11, 2001 which changed my life dramatically. I decided to return to The University of Texas in Austin and obtained my Masters in Social Work in an effort to pursue a career in helping others which is my second love.
From my heart to your heart...to the heart of the matter. Whether its trauma, abuse, abandonment, grief, addiction, or the end of a significant relationship, we all have unfinished business to sort through. Individuals usually know what to do when they enter into therapy, but anxiety, fear, depression, and maladaptive patterns of coping keep them stuck in repetitive cycles of unhappiness. More than a diagnosis, you are a human being hoping to reclaim that better part of yourself. Through guidance in a nurturing environment, personal growth and self acceptance are possible.
From my heart to your heart...to the heart of the matter. Whether its trauma, abuse, abandonment, grief, addiction, or the end of a significant relationship, we all have unfinished business to sort through. Individuals usually know what to do when they enter into therapy, but anxiety, fear, depression, and maladaptive patterns of coping keep them stuck in repetitive cycles of unhappiness. More than a diagnosis, you are a human being hoping to reclaim that better part of yourself. Through guidance in a nurturing environment, personal growth and self acceptance are possible.
DeeDee Shoubaki
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Delelah, but you can call me DeeDee. I have spent my career working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working with those who struggle with anger, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and trauma. My goal is to help others in creating their own sense of healthy emotional expression, improve communication skills, strengthen conflict management, and to empower clients to create the best version of themselves and build the life they want.
Hello, my name is Delelah, but you can call me DeeDee. I have spent my career working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working with those who struggle with anger, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and trauma. My goal is to help others in creating their own sense of healthy emotional expression, improve communication skills, strengthen conflict management, and to empower clients to create the best version of themselves and build the life they want.
My ideal client is an adolescent who struggles with self esteem, anxiety and depression. Someone who need a safe space to process their feelings in a nonjudgmental environment. In therapy, their goals include enhancing motivation, building self-confidence and gaining new coping skills all while having a safe space and supportive environment to process. This client wants to work on identifying their triggers, work on SMART goals, learn breathing and grounding techniques as well as other coping skills for anxiety, wants to work on enhancing self esteem and feeling empowered all to be able to function adequately on a daily basis.
My ideal client is an adolescent who struggles with self esteem, anxiety and depression. Someone who need a safe space to process their feelings in a nonjudgmental environment. In therapy, their goals include enhancing motivation, building self-confidence and gaining new coping skills all while having a safe space and supportive environment to process. This client wants to work on identifying their triggers, work on SMART goals, learn breathing and grounding techniques as well as other coping skills for anxiety, wants to work on enhancing self esteem and feeling empowered all to be able to function adequately on a daily basis.
Dr. Lenora Ivy
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LSSP, NCSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Psychologist who provides psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, and tweens, I use science and creativity to guide people, of all ages, toward healing, knowledge, and empowerment. I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and other evidenced-based treatments, to treat a variety of mental health concerns like depression, inattention/hyperactivity, adjustment to life transitions, workplace/school concerns, anxiety, anger, identity related concerns, relationship challenges, and grief/loss.
As a Licensed Psychologist who provides psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, and tweens, I use science and creativity to guide people, of all ages, toward healing, knowledge, and empowerment. I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and other evidenced-based treatments, to treat a variety of mental health concerns like depression, inattention/hyperactivity, adjustment to life transitions, workplace/school concerns, anxiety, anger, identity related concerns, relationship challenges, and grief/loss.
Michelle Hemm
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75071 (Online Only)
Michelle Valenciano Hemm LPC-S I believe that people have the ability to heal and are doing the best they can. I help clients clarify their goals and find the inner strength to face their issues. My particular strength lies in working with individuals who are dealing with trauma, substance abuse and mood disorders. My preference is to work with individuals ages 15 +. My strengths are working with women and girls but am not opposed to working with males who I find are a good fit with my approach.
Michelle Valenciano Hemm LPC-S I believe that people have the ability to heal and are doing the best they can. I help clients clarify their goals and find the inner strength to face their issues. My particular strength lies in working with individuals who are dealing with trauma, substance abuse and mood disorders. My preference is to work with individuals ages 15 +. My strengths are working with women and girls but am not opposed to working with males who I find are a good fit with my approach.
Lauren Gastorf
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Whether you're seeking to know yourself on a deeper level, healing from trauma, or experiencing a difficult transition, counseling is an incredible source of support. I believe in a collaborative, compassionate, holistic approach to help you feel your best and live your best life.
Whether you're seeking to know yourself on a deeper level, healing from trauma, or experiencing a difficult transition, counseling is an incredible source of support. I believe in a collaborative, compassionate, holistic approach to help you feel your best and live your best life.
Elizabeth Boudreau Boyer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
Feeling stuck? You know something that happened in the past is affecting you, but you aren’t sure what to do about it. You’ve tried figuring things out and moving forward on your own. Maybe you’ve even tried therapy before, sorted through things with your friends, or read self-help books. Maybe you’re feeling depressed, anxious, or on-edge and you suspect - or know - that it’s related to something that happened in your past. Are you ready for things to change?
Feeling stuck? You know something that happened in the past is affecting you, but you aren’t sure what to do about it. You’ve tried figuring things out and moving forward on your own. Maybe you’ve even tried therapy before, sorted through things with your friends, or read self-help books. Maybe you’re feeling depressed, anxious, or on-edge and you suspect - or know - that it’s related to something that happened in your past. Are you ready for things to change?
Javier Davila-Lopez, LPC has counseled a wide variety of clinical populations in various settings, including academic, forensic, non-profit and private practice. Javiar recognizes that life is full of obstacles, which may translate into depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, and trauma. All of these can feel like inadequacy, failure, loneliness, and pain. He believes that through an empathetic and collaborative relationship with his client, each can experience growth and healing. Javiar enjoys working with adolescents (13 and up), adult individuals and couples.
Javier Davila-Lopez, LPC has counseled a wide variety of clinical populations in various settings, including academic, forensic, non-profit and private practice. Javiar recognizes that life is full of obstacles, which may translate into depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, and trauma. All of these can feel like inadequacy, failure, loneliness, and pain. He believes that through an empathetic and collaborative relationship with his client, each can experience growth and healing. Javiar enjoys working with adolescents (13 and up), adult individuals and couples.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern and I work with individuals, from childhood through adolescence to older adults. I believe that every one is capable of making changes to break patterns; and ultimately, live a life that includes self-love and self-respect. I am experienced in treating a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, isolation, self-discovery, improving self-esteem, career dissatisfaction, life transitions, grief, loneliness, adjusting to change, relationship difficulties, anger, eating disorders, suicidal ideation and self harm.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern and I work with individuals, from childhood through adolescence to older adults. I believe that every one is capable of making changes to break patterns; and ultimately, live a life that includes self-love and self-respect. I am experienced in treating a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, isolation, self-discovery, improving self-esteem, career dissatisfaction, life transitions, grief, loneliness, adjusting to change, relationship difficulties, anger, eating disorders, suicidal ideation and self harm.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, JD, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
LIMITED AVAILABILITY & ONLY ACCEPTING NEW CASH PAY CLIENTS: Individual & Group Counseling, Coparenting, Parent Coach, Parenting Coordination & Collaborative Law. I am dedicating to providing clients with effective counseling methods to meet their personal needs and unleash their potential. Results and positive intervention are my goal in the therapeutic process. Although, my goal is to provide brief therapy, some clients may need more time to achieve the goals they set out for themselves. I will work with clients to achieve the trust, respect, honesty, and warmth that a counseling relationship demands.
LIMITED AVAILABILITY & ONLY ACCEPTING NEW CASH PAY CLIENTS: Individual & Group Counseling, Coparenting, Parent Coach, Parenting Coordination & Collaborative Law. I am dedicating to providing clients with effective counseling methods to meet their personal needs and unleash their potential. Results and positive intervention are my goal in the therapeutic process. Although, my goal is to provide brief therapy, some clients may need more time to achieve the goals they set out for themselves. I will work with clients to achieve the trust, respect, honesty, and warmth that a counseling relationship demands.
By using an individualistic approach to each session and an eclectic range of interventions, your treatment will be tailored to your individual needs and the needs of your family. Participation of family members, particularly when working with children and adolescents, is a key element to developing coping, and growing toward healthy living. For adults, examining the underlying cause of your presenting symptoms can be a challenging and life-changing experience. If this sounds like the kind of help you've been searching for, please contact me!
By using an individualistic approach to each session and an eclectic range of interventions, your treatment will be tailored to your individual needs and the needs of your family. Participation of family members, particularly when working with children and adolescents, is a key element to developing coping, and growing toward healthy living. For adults, examining the underlying cause of your presenting symptoms can be a challenging and life-changing experience. If this sounds like the kind of help you've been searching for, please contact me!
Have you experienced a loss or major change in your life? Sometimes changes in our lives can bring about stress, anxiety, or feelings of doubt and hopelessness. I believe that we can overcome these feelings through finding meaning in our struggle and learning different coping skills to face new challenges. Together, we can face the struggle and I can help empower you with new coping skills and strategies to overcome obstacles.
Have you experienced a loss or major change in your life? Sometimes changes in our lives can bring about stress, anxiety, or feelings of doubt and hopelessness. I believe that we can overcome these feelings through finding meaning in our struggle and learning different coping skills to face new challenges. Together, we can face the struggle and I can help empower you with new coping skills and strategies to overcome obstacles.
Accepting new patients! Available for psychological testing only. Dr. Eleonora Bass, Psy.D is a multi-lingual (English, Spanish, Russian, Italian), licensed psychologist with a range of clinical experience in the US and abroad. Dr. Bass has experience doing evaluations with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar), personality disorders, ADHD, learning disabilities, trauma, substance abuse, anger management, adult ASD, chronic pain, and life changes. She completed her clinical trainings in Houston, Massachusetts, Costa Rica, Israel, and Ecuador.
Accepting new patients! Available for psychological testing only. Dr. Eleonora Bass, Psy.D is a multi-lingual (English, Spanish, Russian, Italian), licensed psychologist with a range of clinical experience in the US and abroad. Dr. Bass has experience doing evaluations with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar), personality disorders, ADHD, learning disabilities, trauma, substance abuse, anger management, adult ASD, chronic pain, and life changes. She completed her clinical trainings in Houston, Massachusetts, Costa Rica, Israel, and Ecuador.
Dr. Charette Dersch
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75072 (Online Only)
I provide a safe and caring environment for individuals, couples and families to address a variety of personal and relationship issues. I have great respect for the inner resources of my clients and work in a collaborative way to assist them in the process of discovering solutions. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
I provide a safe and caring environment for individuals, couples and families to address a variety of personal and relationship issues. I have great respect for the inner resources of my clients and work in a collaborative way to assist them in the process of discovering solutions. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
I have a general practice focusing on clients with life’s adjustment, marriage & family issues, conditions unique to childhood & adolescence, coping with disabilities, trauma recovery, crisis intervention, stress management, and conflict resolution. I primarily approach counseling from a CBT perspective, however, I integrate theoretical approaches (including solution-focused, strengths-based and biblical principles), to better understand aspects of the clients’ problems for effectual treatment. I serve clients from ages 5 through adulthood regardless of their race, nationality, religion, gender, disability or sexual orientation.
I have a general practice focusing on clients with life’s adjustment, marriage & family issues, conditions unique to childhood & adolescence, coping with disabilities, trauma recovery, crisis intervention, stress management, and conflict resolution. I primarily approach counseling from a CBT perspective, however, I integrate theoretical approaches (including solution-focused, strengths-based and biblical principles), to better understand aspects of the clients’ problems for effectual treatment. I serve clients from ages 5 through adulthood regardless of their race, nationality, religion, gender, disability or sexual orientation.
Lindsay Hinojosa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75071
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Texas. I obtained my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from The University of Houston – Clear Lake, and my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University. Whoop! Much of my experience has included treating adults with Complex PTSD, OCD, phobias, social anxiety, addiction, ADHD, depression, and sleep issues such as insomnia. Additionally, I have a passion for providing treatment to other helpers, such as first responders, veterans, social workers, counselors, nurses, doctors, teachers, and those who endlessly serve our communities.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Texas. I obtained my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from The University of Houston – Clear Lake, and my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University. Whoop! Much of my experience has included treating adults with Complex PTSD, OCD, phobias, social anxiety, addiction, ADHD, depression, and sleep issues such as insomnia. Additionally, I have a passion for providing treatment to other helpers, such as first responders, veterans, social workers, counselors, nurses, doctors, teachers, and those who endlessly serve our communities.
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75069 (Online Only)
We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Whether you prefer in-person sessions at our locations or online through telehealth, we've got you covered. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!
We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Whether you prefer in-person sessions at our locations or online through telehealth, we've got you covered. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!
Kim Carson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MEd, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75069
My therapeutic philosophy involves utilizing a holistic approach incorporating Gestalt and Adlerian therapies. As a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in athletes, children, adolescents, and young adults, I frequently work with clients experiencing issues related to poor sport or school performance, life changes during adolescence, life transitioning from college to career, parenting issues, sibling relationships, and divorce family transitioning. Topical issues may include low self-esteem , ADHD, transitioning from athletic identity, peer relationships, anger management, self-mutilation, eating disorders, and self-empowerment. A fundamental element in my approach is establishing the therapeutic relationship through rapport and building trust between the client and the therapist.
My therapeutic philosophy involves utilizing a holistic approach incorporating Gestalt and Adlerian therapies. As a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in athletes, children, adolescents, and young adults, I frequently work with clients experiencing issues related to poor sport or school performance, life changes during adolescence, life transitioning from college to career, parenting issues, sibling relationships, and divorce family transitioning. Topical issues may include low self-esteem , ADHD, transitioning from athletic identity, peer relationships, anger management, self-mutilation, eating disorders, and self-empowerment. A fundamental element in my approach is establishing the therapeutic relationship through rapport and building trust between the client and the therapist.
