Transgender Therapists in Missouri City, TX
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Amy R. Shore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459
My specialties include TEENS & TWEENS ( anxiety, identity, ADHD, depression, cutting), LIFE TRANSITIONS (birth, death, grief/loss, infertility, marriage, divorce, adulting), all aspects of ADOPTION (adoptees, adoptive parents, birth parents), and LGBTQ clients (coming out, family issues, gender fluidity, body dysmorphia, transgender & transitioning).
ONLINE SESSIONS available around your schedule. Anxiety, social anxiety, depression, stress, grief, loss, and self-esteem issues that manifest themselves in a variety of ways -- I am experienced and passionate about helping clients of all ages and stages in life deal with what is interrupting the rhythm of their lives. Life is not easy, and there are bumps in the road. Trauma needs to be processed - whether it happened yesterday or years ago - in order for you to move forward. Together we can tackle the tough stuff. Peace of mind is just around the corner!
My specialties include TEENS & TWEENS ( anxiety, identity, ADHD, depression, cutting), LIFE TRANSITIONS (birth, death, grief/loss, infertility, marriage, divorce, adulting), all aspects of ADOPTION (adoptees, adoptive parents, birth parents), and LGBTQ clients (coming out, family issues, gender fluidity, body dysmorphia, transgender & transitioning).
ONLINE SESSIONS available around your schedule. Anxiety, social anxiety, depression, stress, grief, loss, and self-esteem issues that manifest themselves in a variety of ways -- I am experienced and passionate about helping clients of all ages and stages in life deal with what is interrupting the rhythm of their lives. Life is not easy, and there are bumps in the road. Trauma needs to be processed - whether it happened yesterday or years ago - in order for you to move forward. Together we can tackle the tough stuff. Peace of mind is just around the corner!
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Jasmin Thomas (Rahman)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459 (Online Only)
I am a non-judgmental, open-minded, friendly, & respectful practitioner with a genuine passion to help all people be their best selves! I understand that coming to therapy is a personal choice, so I take a person centered approach when building rapport with my clients. I have an eclectic approach to treatment, which allows me to customize the tools provided for each client's unique goals. I am a trauma informed therapist and utilize Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy to treat trauma and more! I value each and every one of my clients & enjoy being a part of their journeys to personal growth, healing, and wellness.
I am a non-judgmental, open-minded, friendly, & respectful practitioner with a genuine passion to help all people be their best selves! I understand that coming to therapy is a personal choice, so I take a person centered approach when building rapport with my clients. I have an eclectic approach to treatment, which allows me to customize the tools provided for each client's unique goals. I am a trauma informed therapist and utilize Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy to treat trauma and more! I value each and every one of my clients & enjoy being a part of their journeys to personal growth, healing, and wellness.
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Kate Meserve
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459
Whether it's family, relationships, work or school - life can be challenging. I help my clients tap into their best self to develop coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and depression. I also have focused experience helping clients with chronic health conditions, grief and loss, and challenges unique to the LGBTQ+ community. I strive to create a supportive and welcoming environment where you will feel comfortable expressing yourself. I'm here to support you and provide you with tools and strategies to help you achieve your goals and feel better.
Whether it's family, relationships, work or school - life can be challenging. I help my clients tap into their best self to develop coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and depression. I also have focused experience helping clients with chronic health conditions, grief and loss, and challenges unique to the LGBTQ+ community. I strive to create a supportive and welcoming environment where you will feel comfortable expressing yourself. I'm here to support you and provide you with tools and strategies to help you achieve your goals and feel better.
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Jessica Walden-Glass
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459
Imagine taking a step towards making your mental health stability as equally important as you do your physical health. Society has indirectly taught us "to be strong", "pray about it", or "it's okay not to be okay". But, what if I was here to tell you that your mental needs have a direct effect to your overall physical health. There's this misconception about seeking therapeutic services and my primary goal is to bridge the gap of mental health stigmas.
Imagine taking a step towards making your mental health stability as equally important as you do your physical health. Society has indirectly taught us "to be strong", "pray about it", or "it's okay not to be okay". But, what if I was here to tell you that your mental needs have a direct effect to your overall physical health. There's this misconception about seeking therapeutic services and my primary goal is to bridge the gap of mental health stigmas.
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Asia McClenon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459
Let’s be honest: Life doesn’t come with a blueprint—it just unfolds. We all face moments when we need guidance to navigate our feelings, stress, triggers, and anxiety. Sometimes, we just need a safe space to express ourselves and be true to who we are, especially in a world that often pushes us to conform. That’s where I come in. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, work through challenges, and grow into the best version of yourself.
Let’s be honest: Life doesn’t come with a blueprint—it just unfolds. We all face moments when we need guidance to navigate our feelings, stress, triggers, and anxiety. Sometimes, we just need a safe space to express ourselves and be true to who we are, especially in a world that often pushes us to conform. That’s where I come in. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, work through challenges, and grow into the best version of yourself.
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Bernave Vega, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and Nationally Certified Counselor, has a year of dedicated experience in mental health. His passion lies in supporting couples, adolescents, and adults in navigating life's obstacles. Bernave specializes in depression, anxiety, gender/sexuality identity conflicts, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. He has a close connection to the LGBTQIA+ community, offering compassionate support to individuals facing challenges related to gender and sexual identity. This, combined with his professional background, equips him to offer the guidance and assistance his clients seek.
Bernave Vega, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and Nationally Certified Counselor, has a year of dedicated experience in mental health. His passion lies in supporting couples, adolescents, and adults in navigating life's obstacles. Bernave specializes in depression, anxiety, gender/sexuality identity conflicts, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. He has a close connection to the LGBTQIA+ community, offering compassionate support to individuals facing challenges related to gender and sexual identity. This, combined with his professional background, equips him to offer the guidance and assistance his clients seek.
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Frances Jewell Jordan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77489
My name is Frances Jewell Jordan. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of Texas. I am a United States Army Veteran and Johnson C. Smith two- time Alumna from the School of Social Work. I assist clients with various mental and behavioral health concerns and helping them reach their goals as well as coping with experiences by encouraging them to make changes to improve their health and thinking, when they are ready.
My name is Frances Jewell Jordan. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of Texas. I am a United States Army Veteran and Johnson C. Smith two- time Alumna from the School of Social Work. I assist clients with various mental and behavioral health concerns and helping them reach their goals as well as coping with experiences by encouraging them to make changes to improve their health and thinking, when they are ready.
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Dominguez Psychotherapy and Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77489
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 do 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 do we do the things we do?
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Deven D. Chambers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC, NCC, TCYM
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459 (Online Only)
Congratulations on making it this far on your journey in mental health and wellness. For most of us, even the thought of asking for help is a daunting task, so I commend you on taking the steps to find a therapist to assist you on your journey. As a therapist, I am equipped to assist with mental health maintenance, helping you gain insight into past situations that are affecting your life now, and facilitating better navigation of recent life changes.
Congratulations on making it this far on your journey in mental health and wellness. For most of us, even the thought of asking for help is a daunting task, so I commend you on taking the steps to find a therapist to assist you on your journey. As a therapist, I am equipped to assist with mental health maintenance, helping you gain insight into past situations that are affecting your life now, and facilitating better navigation of recent life changes.
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Cami Svitenko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459 (Online Only)
We all have what it takes inside to make it over life's hurdles, but sometimes we need a helping hand. I am here to give you the support and skills you need to overcome the difficulties you face. I understand that looking for a therapist is a vulnerable experience. Be assured that I will see you as a person rather than a diagnosis. I believe that each person is unique. Therefore, I draw from multiple psychological approaches and tailor my approach to your personality and specific needs.
We all have what it takes inside to make it over life's hurdles, but sometimes we need a helping hand. I am here to give you the support and skills you need to overcome the difficulties you face. I understand that looking for a therapist is a vulnerable experience. Be assured that I will see you as a person rather than a diagnosis. I believe that each person is unique. Therefore, I draw from multiple psychological approaches and tailor my approach to your personality and specific needs.
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Amanda Yoder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459 (Online Only)
“We are hurt in relationship; we heal in relationship” is the core conviction of my therapeutic approach. From the time our earliest map forms in our families, we see the world through the lens of our experience. It’s through relationships that our worldview expands and our sense-of-self matures, especially if we take time for inquiry and insight, and to integrate what we learn. I work from a self-in-context perspective, deeply attuning to the ways our family impacts us and our culture as well.
“We are hurt in relationship; we heal in relationship” is the core conviction of my therapeutic approach. From the time our earliest map forms in our families, we see the world through the lens of our experience. It’s through relationships that our worldview expands and our sense-of-self matures, especially if we take time for inquiry and insight, and to integrate what we learn. I work from a self-in-context perspective, deeply attuning to the ways our family impacts us and our culture as well.
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Amy R. Shore
Dominguez Psychotherapy and Counseling Center
Deven D. Chambers
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The opportunity to engage with someone who really "gets you" at a deep level can have remarkable transformational power. I am passionate about helping people as they undergo major transitions in their lives such as loss, changing jobs, leaving for college, getting married or divorced. Together we explore new ways of understanding yourself, allowing you greater freedom to shape your future. We work towards discovering your unique path to self awareness, helping you to understand yourself, better define and reach your goals and help you find fulfillment and satisfaction.
The opportunity to engage with someone who really "gets you" at a deep level can have remarkable transformational power. I am passionate about helping people as they undergo major transitions in their lives such as loss, changing jobs, leaving for college, getting married or divorced. Together we explore new ways of understanding yourself, allowing you greater freedom to shape your future. We work towards discovering your unique path to self awareness, helping you to understand yourself, better define and reach your goals and help you find fulfillment and satisfaction.
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All of us have experienced life's difficulties. Finding a way to work through these problems and begin to understand ourselves, and grow in the process, is what counseling is about. I provide a nuturing, safe, confidential environment where you can discover yourself, and learn healthy coping strategies . I work with adults, adolescents and children who suffer from depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, and other mental health diagnoses. I also work with couples, families and provide group counseling.
All of us have experienced life's difficulties. Finding a way to work through these problems and begin to understand ourselves, and grow in the process, is what counseling is about. I provide a nuturing, safe, confidential environment where you can discover yourself, and learn healthy coping strategies . I work with adults, adolescents and children who suffer from depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, and other mental health diagnoses. I also work with couples, families and provide group counseling.
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Laila Narsi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMMT, CMT-P
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
We all have inner wisdom which holds the answers to our questions. At the center of our beings we know who we are and what we want but getting there can sometimes be difficult. Using sound innovative psychotherapeutic techniques I work with my clients towards their goals. Whether I work with individual, couples, families, or groups, I understand the importance of a healthy relationship, excellent rapport, non-judgment, honesty and the need for confidentiality in working towards these goals. I also now offer Telehealth/Virtual sessions.
We all have inner wisdom which holds the answers to our questions. At the center of our beings we know who we are and what we want but getting there can sometimes be difficult. Using sound innovative psychotherapeutic techniques I work with my clients towards their goals. Whether I work with individual, couples, families, or groups, I understand the importance of a healthy relationship, excellent rapport, non-judgment, honesty and the need for confidentiality in working towards these goals. I also now offer Telehealth/Virtual sessions.
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Alice Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459 (Online Only)
Are you affected by confusion, family issues, work/life balance, isolation, and many more stressful life events that keep you stuck with no answers? I believe in working together to help you reach your goals. Let’s put in the work to come up with solutions to life’s problems. If limiting beliefs, past trauma, and unexplained behavioral patterns keep you in a state of uncertainty, then you have come to the right person. I will create a safe, supportive space for you to talk through areas that are keeping you stuck. I will empower you by helping to reframe the negative narrative and create a clear path to self-love.
Are you affected by confusion, family issues, work/life balance, isolation, and many more stressful life events that keep you stuck with no answers? I believe in working together to help you reach your goals. Let’s put in the work to come up with solutions to life’s problems. If limiting beliefs, past trauma, and unexplained behavioral patterns keep you in a state of uncertainty, then you have come to the right person. I will create a safe, supportive space for you to talk through areas that are keeping you stuck. I will empower you by helping to reframe the negative narrative and create a clear path to self-love.
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Balavikash Ravi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459 (Online Only)
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I have worked primarily with POC and other American Cultural Minority populations, including South Asian survivors of domestic and sexual violence, LGBTQIA+, and many others. As a first generation Tamil-American, I have extensive personal and professional experience with model minority stressors, cultural trauma, immigration abuse, religious abuse and various other struggles common for those that identify as a minority in America. I believe that therapy is meant to be a space of mutual collaboration, to help work towards and help understand those aspects of your life that motivated you to seek guidance.
I have worked primarily with POC and other American Cultural Minority populations, including South Asian survivors of domestic and sexual violence, LGBTQIA+, and many others. As a first generation Tamil-American, I have extensive personal and professional experience with model minority stressors, cultural trauma, immigration abuse, religious abuse and various other struggles common for those that identify as a minority in America. I believe that therapy is meant to be a space of mutual collaboration, to help work towards and help understand those aspects of your life that motivated you to seek guidance.
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Zareen works with adult individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Zareen believes that creating and fostering a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients are essential for long-term success. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address negative, unhelpful thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers in life and interpersonal relationships.
Zareen works with adult individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Zareen believes that creating and fostering a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients are essential for long-term success. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address negative, unhelpful thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers in life and interpersonal relationships.
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Beautiful Minds and Wellness Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LLPC
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459 (Online Only)
You are here for a reason, and we are all in this battle together. In other words, connected. We need to work together in an effort to get each person through. Therapy is about the journey into the destination. Whether you are someone who's been dealing with depression, anxiety, personality complexes, behavioral challenges, intrusive thoughts, or irregular emotions, substance abuse, trauma, treatment can be the first step in healing.
You are here for a reason, and we are all in this battle together. In other words, connected. We need to work together in an effort to get each person through. Therapy is about the journey into the destination. Whether you are someone who's been dealing with depression, anxiety, personality complexes, behavioral challenges, intrusive thoughts, or irregular emotions, substance abuse, trauma, treatment can be the first step in healing.
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Katherine Crooms - Thrive Integrative Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77489 (Online Only)
Anxiety, hopelessness, irritability, distrust, trouble sleeping, lack of motivation, and low self-esteem are all signals that your body is trying to process and cope with something. Your past experiences and present environment shape the way new dynamics, trauma, interpersonal relationships, and loss affect you and this is different for each person. You may notice changes in your thoughts, behaviors, and feelings; perhaps new physical symptoms. Disruptions in connection, contentment, confidence, and peace happen in life. Together, we will identify your body’s signals, and the areas of your life you would like to be different.
Anxiety, hopelessness, irritability, distrust, trouble sleeping, lack of motivation, and low self-esteem are all signals that your body is trying to process and cope with something. Your past experiences and present environment shape the way new dynamics, trauma, interpersonal relationships, and loss affect you and this is different for each person. You may notice changes in your thoughts, behaviors, and feelings; perhaps new physical symptoms. Disruptions in connection, contentment, confidence, and peace happen in life. Together, we will identify your body’s signals, and the areas of your life you would like to be different.
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Alexandria Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2021. She received her Bachelor's in Psychology from Xavier University of Louisiana and her Master's in Counseling from Prairie View A&M University. Alexandria was inspired to become a mental health professional after observing the need for care among BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color). Alexandria specializes cognitive behavioral therapy but provides an integrative approach to therapy. She is boardeligible for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing and utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy.
Alexandria Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2021. She received her Bachelor's in Psychology from Xavier University of Louisiana and her Master's in Counseling from Prairie View A&M University. Alexandria was inspired to become a mental health professional after observing the need for care among BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color). Alexandria specializes cognitive behavioral therapy but provides an integrative approach to therapy. She is boardeligible for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing and utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy.
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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.