LGBTQ Issues

As a queer therapist, I offer a deep, personal understanding of the challenges and triumphs that come with LGBTQ+ identities. My expertise includes working with clients on identity exploration, coming out, navigating family and societal expectations, relationships, and the impact of minority stress. I provide an affirming, sex-positive space for individuals and couples, including those in non-traditional relationships, to explore intimacy, self-acceptance, and personal growth.

Through a combination of training and lived experience, I offer a safe place to explore and better understand gender identity and sexuality.

I work *almost* exclusively with queer and trans folks and their families. I literally wrote the book on this (two, actually, and one of them won an award!): Queering Your Therapy Practice (2021, AASECT book of the year) and Therapeutic Conversations with Queer Youth (2013). Just what are "LGBTQ issues"? The effects of capitalism, lack of access to housing and healthcare, white supremacy, ableism, state violence..these are some of the issues our community faces.

Every therapist at my practice is affirming and informed in LGBTQ+ issues and culture I identify as a bisexual person but did not come out until I was older, due to going to school in a small, rural, highly conservative town. My personal experience lead me down a path of wanting to help others in our community. We work with same sex couples, gender and/or sexual identity exploration, gender affirming surgery letters, poly couples, sex/ kink positive and informed, asexuality/ aromatic, etc.

I proudly serve the greater LGBTQ+ community and handle related Queer topics. I have specialized training and extensive experience to work with the complex and layered issues faced by members of the greater Queer community. A colorful rainbow of expression under the umbrella of the greater LGBTQ+ community, I strive to create and promote and atmosphere in which you feel 100% safe.

I'd like to think I've had a part in "queering" psychology and see myself as working to continue that process. While I have always had some LGBTQ+ colleagues, existing structures and unspoken rules in our profession subtly reinforce heteronormative structures and outcomes. I am passionate about working with queer people in affirming ways, but also training other providers, educators and colleagues to view queerness not only as normative, but transcendent.

LGBTQ+ issues are ones which are close to my heart as I am a gay-identified man. LGBTQ+ people share many unique experiences (e.g., stigma, rejection, alienation) due to their sexual orientation and gender identity. The symptoms that result from those experience are often more accurately understood by a psychologist who has shared in those experiences. Together, we will also share the goal of helping you develop into the LGBTQ+ person you want to be.

I am a passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and rights. I have run groups specific to trans and questioning teens as well as supported clients through life changes including transitioning or coming out to others. I believe that love is love and through communication and mutual respect partners can often get their needs met.

Exploring your identity and navigating LGBTQ+ issues can be complex and challenging, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Counseling offers a supportive space to discuss your feelings, address any challenges, and celebrate your journey. Whether you’re dealing with coming out, acceptance, or any other concerns, I’m here to provide guidance and understanding. Let’s work together to help you feel confident and empowered in your authentic self.

Being queer in this world is hard. Being queer and fat, queer and disabled, queer and BIPOC is harder. Being a queer kid with any of these intersections can be overwhelming. I support kids, adults, and families in creating communities of affirmation, joy, and deep care. As a queer person, I know how powerful it can be when you have a place to be yourself.

My specialization is LGBTQ Affirmative Therapy. I am the author of Gay Dads: A Celebration of Fatherhood. This critically acclaimed book features 24 gay-dad families throughout the United States and tells the stories of how they formed their families through adoption, foster care, surrogacy and co-parenting with women. Check out my instagram @gaytherapistLA to see the many books, movies and articles I highlight celebrating LGBT queerdom.

When I opened my private practice it was with the explicit intention to treat LGBTQIA+ clients of all ages. I am comfortable supporting clients therapeutically and practically through the gender transition including the family work that is often necessary with transgender youth. I am also aware of the cissexism and heterosexism built into the field of psychology and make every effort to keep them out of the therapy room.

As a queer identified human and along with specific trainings on working with our community, I work frequently with queer clients on their gender journey and beyond.

I am an openly queer counselor & I am grateful to work within my community. I specialize and have experience in gender work. I am also passionate about working with queer folx of all kinds. Sometimes queer folx just want to talk with someone who understands the LGBTQ experience inherently, and they don't want to worry about explaining or justifying their existence. I get it, and I'm here.

I came out late in life, and struggled through emotions of isolation, fear, shame and not feeling authentic. Being part of our community comes with unique challenges, and I can help you work through difficult emotions. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist who understands gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning issues with adults. I want to help you have pride in who you are and in your existence.

The challenges that members of sexual and gender minority communities encounter are many, varied, complex, intersecting, and real. They affect us physically, emotionally, relationally, socially, and existentially. As a member of this community, my goal is to transform the pain of marginalization, isolation, fear, and hatred into inner peace, connectedness, stability, joy, and, yes, pride.

I am a trans masculine queer who has worked in LGBTQ+ health for four years. I am experienced working with issues related to stigma, discrimination, sex kink, gender identity, coming out and gender exploration and transition. I writer pre-surgical assessments for gender affirming surgery.

As a member of the LGBTQ community, I understand the struggles and difficulties that queer people go through on a daily basis. Having my own experiences dealing with shame, I have grown to accept and embrace my sexuality, and I aspire to help others in their journey.

Rita is a queer therapist who has worked extensively with queer adults, adolescents, and children. Rita believes in honoring the expansiveness of sexuality/gender and finding strength and beauty in each unique queer journey.

With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community, Meghan offers a safe, affirming space for clients to explore their identities and experiences. Utilizing evidence-based practices like CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), she empowers clients to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and achieve emotional well-being. Committed to inclusivity and support, Meghan is here to guide you on your journey toward self-acceptance and fulfillment.