Transgender Therapists in Ruston, WA
Amanda Allie
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Ruston, WA 98407 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We live in exciting and stressful times. If you’re struggling to adapt to the many changes happening, you’re not alone. And if you're reading this, you're on your way out of the struggle! Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma symptoms, or just having difficulty making positive changes in your life, therapy can help. I provide telehealth therapy sessions (no in-person), to fit better into your busy life. Together we will find solutions, improve your overall health and self-esteem, and help you live the kind of life you feel good about. I provide non-judgmental support and I will keep your concerns confidential.
We live in exciting and stressful times. If you’re struggling to adapt to the many changes happening, you’re not alone. And if you're reading this, you're on your way out of the struggle! Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma symptoms, or just having difficulty making positive changes in your life, therapy can help. I provide telehealth therapy sessions (no in-person), to fit better into your busy life. Together we will find solutions, improve your overall health and self-esteem, and help you live the kind of life you feel good about. I provide non-judgmental support and I will keep your concerns confidential.
Vicki Pastore
Counselor, MEd, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ruston, WA 98407
Waitlist for new clients
Something happens when we sit across from someone who really sees us, hears us, and accepts us unconditionally. The relationship has the power to lift us up, shift our perspective, and bring us comfort and clarity. I'd be honored to sit across from you with the warmth, humor, compassion and skill that will support the healing and growth you are seeking. You should know that I believe in you, I will challenge you, and we will process everything together until you realize, heal, and remember the strength you have to live the life you want for yourself.
Something happens when we sit across from someone who really sees us, hears us, and accepts us unconditionally. The relationship has the power to lift us up, shift our perspective, and bring us comfort and clarity. I'd be honored to sit across from you with the warmth, humor, compassion and skill that will support the healing and growth you are seeking. You should know that I believe in you, I will challenge you, and we will process everything together until you realize, heal, and remember the strength you have to live the life you want for yourself.
Jenn Parretta - Relationship And Sex Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, ABS, ATR-P
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Ruston, WA 98407
Accepting New Clients! - Ready to start on a journey of self-discovery, understanding, and fulfillment? While specializing in the intricate intersections of mental health, sexuality, and creativity, I guide individuals through the process of connecting with their desires. I’ll guide you through the challenges of understanding your needs, fostering healthy relationships, and unlocking your true passions. In our safe and supportive space, we'll work together to enhance communication, embrace authenticity, and build newfound confidence that will allow you to prioritize pleasure and your wellbeing.
Accepting New Clients! - Ready to start on a journey of self-discovery, understanding, and fulfillment? While specializing in the intricate intersections of mental health, sexuality, and creativity, I guide individuals through the process of connecting with their desires. I’ll guide you through the challenges of understanding your needs, fostering healthy relationships, and unlocking your true passions. In our safe and supportive space, we'll work together to enhance communication, embrace authenticity, and build newfound confidence that will allow you to prioritize pleasure and your wellbeing.
Kristine Nicole Guevara
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ruston, WA 98407 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel a heaviness in your day to day that makes it difficult to move forward? Are you struggling and isolating yourself even more from people and activities you used to enjoy? Are you needing help, but don't know where to start? You don't have to have all the answers. Let's co-create a space where we can work through today's unique struggles together and get you feeling lighter, balanced and more like yourself.
Do you feel a heaviness in your day to day that makes it difficult to move forward? Are you struggling and isolating yourself even more from people and activities you used to enjoy? Are you needing help, but don't know where to start? You don't have to have all the answers. Let's co-create a space where we can work through today's unique struggles together and get you feeling lighter, balanced and more like yourself.
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Pride Counseling NW
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98406
Areas of Focus: Therapy for LGBTQ-specific issues, Gender Identity and Transgender support, Depression and Anxiety, Trauma, Low Self Esteem, Relationship Issues, Sex & Intimacy, Parenting, Grief & Bereavement, Stress Management, Goal Setting & Barrier Reduction, Adolescent Therapy, Therapy for Couples, Therapy for Poly folks, Therapy for Kinky folks.
Pride Counseling NW provides therapy for couples, individuals, and families of ALL kinds. If you're feeling powerless in the face of your problems, unhappy in your relationships, and "stuck" in your life, we'd like to help. Let's talk about what you're good at. Let's talk about what you want. Let's talk about how to get there.
Areas of Focus: Therapy for LGBTQ-specific issues, Gender Identity and Transgender support, Depression and Anxiety, Trauma, Low Self Esteem, Relationship Issues, Sex & Intimacy, Parenting, Grief & Bereavement, Stress Management, Goal Setting & Barrier Reduction, Adolescent Therapy, Therapy for Couples, Therapy for Poly folks, Therapy for Kinky folks.
Pride Counseling NW provides therapy for couples, individuals, and families of ALL kinds. If you're feeling powerless in the face of your problems, unhappy in your relationships, and "stuck" in your life, we'd like to help. Let's talk about what you're good at. Let's talk about what you want. Let's talk about how to get there.
Ethan Schwab
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98405
As a relationship and sex therapist, my background and training are in relationship treatment as well as sexuality therapy. I work with heterosexual, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, asexual, and transgender individuals, couples, and partnerships to heal and find fulfillment. I see adults on a variety of discomforts that affect individuals, partnerships, and sexuality (e.g., orgasmic issues, erectile issues, desire issues, sexual pain). Additionally, I see couples for a myriad of relational issues. I am LGBTIQA, kink, and poly friendly and knowledgeable.
As a relationship and sex therapist, my background and training are in relationship treatment as well as sexuality therapy. I work with heterosexual, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, asexual, and transgender individuals, couples, and partnerships to heal and find fulfillment. I see adults on a variety of discomforts that affect individuals, partnerships, and sexuality (e.g., orgasmic issues, erectile issues, desire issues, sexual pain). Additionally, I see couples for a myriad of relational issues. I am LGBTIQA, kink, and poly friendly and knowledgeable.
Justine Cuthbertson (Accepting New Clients)
Clinical Social Work Associate
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98407 (Online Only)
I help people who have been considered "non-traditional" in many ways, people who have been "othered", and felt like outsiders their whole lives. Perhaps you are feeling disconnected, stuck in patterns, at a crossroads, hitting a wall, desiring change or needing nonjudgmental guidance. You don't have to do this alone. Prioritizing your healing is a powerful way we positively impact ourselves and others. Together we create a supported container for whatever you bring, to facilitate deep understanding and create workable sustainable solutions. I specialize in trauma, transgender identities and ADHD. Offering ASD/ADHD assessments.
I help people who have been considered "non-traditional" in many ways, people who have been "othered", and felt like outsiders their whole lives. Perhaps you are feeling disconnected, stuck in patterns, at a crossroads, hitting a wall, desiring change or needing nonjudgmental guidance. You don't have to do this alone. Prioritizing your healing is a powerful way we positively impact ourselves and others. Together we create a supported container for whatever you bring, to facilitate deep understanding and create workable sustainable solutions. I specialize in trauma, transgender identities and ADHD. Offering ASD/ADHD assessments.
Eden Shore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new telehealth clients across all of Washington. It can be really difficult here and now to live a life that allows you to thrive. I offer support for people struggling, people who want to feel better, who want to grow. I am a good fit for people who want to shift their relationships with themselves, with loved ones, with standards that don’t fit. I love supporting young adults in their life travel. l am trans and non-binary, and I have a special place in my practice for LGBTQ+ people of all kinds, especially people on the trans and gender diverse spectrum, and people exploring their relationship to gender.
I am currently accepting new telehealth clients across all of Washington. It can be really difficult here and now to live a life that allows you to thrive. I offer support for people struggling, people who want to feel better, who want to grow. I am a good fit for people who want to shift their relationships with themselves, with loved ones, with standards that don’t fit. I love supporting young adults in their life travel. l am trans and non-binary, and I have a special place in my practice for LGBTQ+ people of all kinds, especially people on the trans and gender diverse spectrum, and people exploring their relationship to gender.
Elliott McMurray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98407 (Online Only)
I am a trauma-focused practitioner and have experience working with adults and elders on a variety of concerns, including life transitions and stress, traumatic experiences, toxic and abusive relationships, chronic illness and disability, gender, sexuality, anxiety, and depression. As a person-centered practitioner, I believe that recovery is possible and that you know yourself best. I work to create an environment of unconditional acceptance as we work together to explore what's unresolved, unbalanced, and causing pain in your life. I draw from several evidence-based practices to provide individualized treatment to every client.
I am a trauma-focused practitioner and have experience working with adults and elders on a variety of concerns, including life transitions and stress, traumatic experiences, toxic and abusive relationships, chronic illness and disability, gender, sexuality, anxiety, and depression. As a person-centered practitioner, I believe that recovery is possible and that you know yourself best. I work to create an environment of unconditional acceptance as we work together to explore what's unresolved, unbalanced, and causing pain in your life. I draw from several evidence-based practices to provide individualized treatment to every client.
As a queer therapist I understand the complexities surrounding the dynamics of coming out, starting hormones/ social transitioning, dating within a small community, and trying be queer in a world that isn't supporting you. For couples navigating your interpersonal relationship and the stresses that are compounded by your outside responsibilities is hard and often make conflict more difficult. As your therapist we can work on setting goals surrounding coming out, transitioning, relationship issues, and managing the anxiety, depression, and trauma that accompanies the minority stress and burn out in your life.
As a queer therapist I understand the complexities surrounding the dynamics of coming out, starting hormones/ social transitioning, dating within a small community, and trying be queer in a world that isn't supporting you. For couples navigating your interpersonal relationship and the stresses that are compounded by your outside responsibilities is hard and often make conflict more difficult. As your therapist we can work on setting goals surrounding coming out, transitioning, relationship issues, and managing the anxiety, depression, and trauma that accompanies the minority stress and burn out in your life.
Rain Water
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The most important stories inside of us always find a way to speak. Sometimes they speak loudly, and sometimes just a whisper; in the thoughts we have, the way we feel, the way our bodies feel. Your anxiety, your memories, your relationship struggles, your deep identity questions. These stories live in our bodies, often uncomfortably or distressingly. In therapy, we can attend to these stories with compassion, and learn to understand how every part of you belongs to your whole self.
The most important stories inside of us always find a way to speak. Sometimes they speak loudly, and sometimes just a whisper; in the thoughts we have, the way we feel, the way our bodies feel. Your anxiety, your memories, your relationship struggles, your deep identity questions. These stories live in our bodies, often uncomfortably or distressingly. In therapy, we can attend to these stories with compassion, and learn to understand how every part of you belongs to your whole self.
Stevie Long
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LCFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98406
My number one goal as a therapist is to establish a trusting and respectful relationship with my client(s). Your trust in me is my genuine priority. I work with adolescents (14+), individuals, families and couples. I am a trans and LGBTQIA+ affirming Therapist. I believe that the mind and physical body are intrinsically connected, and that mental health is the loving balance between the two. Finding that balance looks different for every individual and relationship. When you come into this therapeutic space it is my intention to meet you where you're at, not where you think you should be.
My number one goal as a therapist is to establish a trusting and respectful relationship with my client(s). Your trust in me is my genuine priority. I work with adolescents (14+), individuals, families and couples. I am a trans and LGBTQIA+ affirming Therapist. I believe that the mind and physical body are intrinsically connected, and that mental health is the loving balance between the two. Finding that balance looks different for every individual and relationship. When you come into this therapeutic space it is my intention to meet you where you're at, not where you think you should be.
Kian Leggett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SMMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98405
I'm glad you're here! There are points in everyone's life when they could use a little more support. Change can be daunting, whether it's finding a new therapist or starting counseling for the very first time. Wherever you are with your journey, congratulations on taking this step! My approach to therapy is goal-oriented, strengths-based, and empowering. This means we'll keep focus on the things you are doing really well and expanding on them, as well as looking at ways change might be useful. I work to meet folks where they are, using a harm-reduction model to create a safe and judgment-free space.
I'm glad you're here! There are points in everyone's life when they could use a little more support. Change can be daunting, whether it's finding a new therapist or starting counseling for the very first time. Wherever you are with your journey, congratulations on taking this step! My approach to therapy is goal-oriented, strengths-based, and empowering. This means we'll keep focus on the things you are doing really well and expanding on them, as well as looking at ways change might be useful. I work to meet folks where they are, using a harm-reduction model to create a safe and judgment-free space.
For 2 decades I have empowered and walked beside many clients as they have overcome difficult and stressful issues in their lives. While I am comfortable working with many mental health issues, I have developed special interest in walking beside woman in their journey with cancer, working with individuals on the gender spectrum, working with adolescents, and walking along side of people who are experiencing grief and depression. I believe that I easily hold out hope for others until they can hope for themselves.
For 2 decades I have empowered and walked beside many clients as they have overcome difficult and stressful issues in their lives. While I am comfortable working with many mental health issues, I have developed special interest in walking beside woman in their journey with cancer, working with individuals on the gender spectrum, working with adolescents, and walking along side of people who are experiencing grief and depression. I believe that I easily hold out hope for others until they can hope for themselves.
Feeling stuck, ignored, lost, or overwhelmed? What if your wildest and most authentic dreams became a reality? As a QTBIPOC therapist, I view therapy as one of the purest forms of human connection, and I am honored by the trust and opportunity every client gives to me to join them on their beautiful journeys to themselves. I support my clients in leading the lives of their dreams, understanding that the change we do together in therapy is a microcosm of the change that occurs in our communities! I will encourage you every step of the way, collaborate on ways to heal, and validate this courageous journey of your commitments.
Feeling stuck, ignored, lost, or overwhelmed? What if your wildest and most authentic dreams became a reality? As a QTBIPOC therapist, I view therapy as one of the purest forms of human connection, and I am honored by the trust and opportunity every client gives to me to join them on their beautiful journeys to themselves. I support my clients in leading the lives of their dreams, understanding that the change we do together in therapy is a microcosm of the change that occurs in our communities! I will encourage you every step of the way, collaborate on ways to heal, and validate this courageous journey of your commitments.
Makayla Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98405
Waitlist for new clients
I am interested in supporting you through transitions, trauma, and life changes that can be difficult to navigate. I utilize a trauma-informed approach that is grounded in social justice, lived experience, and uplifting community. I have primarily worked with youth and also have experience working with LGBTQIA adults and survivors of assault through therapeutic groups and advocacy work. I am committed to supporting those who have been marginalized and believe that healing and justice is necessary for our communities.
I am interested in supporting you through transitions, trauma, and life changes that can be difficult to navigate. I utilize a trauma-informed approach that is grounded in social justice, lived experience, and uplifting community. I have primarily worked with youth and also have experience working with LGBTQIA adults and survivors of assault through therapeutic groups and advocacy work. I am committed to supporting those who have been marginalized and believe that healing and justice is necessary for our communities.
I believe every person is creative, worthy, and capable if given the right support and care. My clients are often queer or trans, many identify as disabled or chronically ill, and most of them have experienced trauma throughout their lives. Many of my clients also identify as neurodivergent and want to understand how to work with their brains more effectively without judgment. Most of my clients have been taught that their body-minds are inconvenient, shameful, or difficult.
I believe every person is creative, worthy, and capable if given the right support and care. My clients are often queer or trans, many identify as disabled or chronically ill, and most of them have experienced trauma throughout their lives. Many of my clients also identify as neurodivergent and want to understand how to work with their brains more effectively without judgment. Most of my clients have been taught that their body-minds are inconvenient, shameful, or difficult.
Brittany Sanchez-Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98405
Do you ever worry that you are 'too much' or 'not enough'? In our work together, my goal is to deconstruct narratives about what you're 'supposed' to be and instead, help you love who you are right now. I’m here to support you in building the confidence to trust yourself and find meaningful, authentic ways to move through life with purpose and self-acceptance. As a therapist, I believe in the power of collaboration. I want us to discover what works best for you together, as you navigate what you need to be your most authentic self - both individually and in relationship with others.
Do you ever worry that you are 'too much' or 'not enough'? In our work together, my goal is to deconstruct narratives about what you're 'supposed' to be and instead, help you love who you are right now. I’m here to support you in building the confidence to trust yourself and find meaningful, authentic ways to move through life with purpose and self-acceptance. As a therapist, I believe in the power of collaboration. I want us to discover what works best for you together, as you navigate what you need to be your most authentic self - both individually and in relationship with others.
Rowan Nairn
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403 (Online Only)
I primarily work with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and distress in relationships (whether that is partners, family, or friends). My clients are mostly young adults or older, although I am happy to work with younger children in the context of family therapy. Additionally, specialize in working with those in the LGBTQ+, Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM), sex worker, and Kink communities.
I primarily work with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and distress in relationships (whether that is partners, family, or friends). My clients are mostly young adults or older, although I am happy to work with younger children in the context of family therapy. Additionally, specialize in working with those in the LGBTQ+, Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM), sex worker, and Kink communities.
Beatrix LaBarbera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
We are products of the stories we carry. They shape who we think we are, who we think we should be, and who we want to become. We are given stories by our families and those who raised us, from our peers and colleagues, from culture and society, and perhaps most important are those we create for ourselves. Some of them are empowering and give us strength to carry on through difficult circumstances. And some of them oppress us, keeping us from living in inner congruence or creating unnecessary conflict in our relationships. Through therapy, it is often helpful to examine these stories to gain understanding and curate them as needed.
We are products of the stories we carry. They shape who we think we are, who we think we should be, and who we want to become. We are given stories by our families and those who raised us, from our peers and colleagues, from culture and society, and perhaps most important are those we create for ourselves. Some of them are empowering and give us strength to carry on through difficult circumstances. And some of them oppress us, keeping us from living in inner congruence or creating unnecessary conflict in our relationships. Through therapy, it is often helpful to examine these stories to gain understanding and curate them as needed.
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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.