LGBT Issues therapists in Santa Monica, California CA
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LGBT Issues
Michelle Parrella
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Are you struggling to figure out your identity, be seen, and live your life authentically? Does the desire to be yourself bring feelings of anxiety, low self-esteem, and isolation? You want to stop feeling empty and disconnected. You want to feel comfortable in your own skin and live with purpose. It takes work to love yourself and trying to assert your identity can feel overwhelming. Feelings of low self-esteem and shame may be unconscious as a result of existing in a world that unjustly marginalizes you.
Anxiety, low self esteem and depression might show up for you as… Masking or shrinking yourself in social, familial, and/or professional spaces, Maintaining toxic relationships for the sake of “connection” or avoiding relationships altogether, Reliving trauma, whether from your past or through day to day microaggressions, Feeling isolated and excluded due to homophobia, transphobia, or gender-role stereotyping by others, Experiencing internalized homophobia as a result of systemic programming, lack of representation, oppression and heteronormativity.
With therapy you will stop living in the shadows of expectations projected onto you, be able to set healthy boundaries and create meaningful relationships with yourself and others. Together we’ll explore your identity, your values, increase your self awareness and build confidence to create connection and transform your life.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA 90404
Online in Santa Monica, California
LGBT Issues
Linda Owen
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
I have had the honor of working as a Therapist for over 20 years. I have been privileged to share the life challenges and successes of hundreds of people. I am excited to have a profession where there are growth opportunities and effective tools available to help others to improve their lives.
38 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA 90401
LGBT Issues
Shana Burns, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist
Specializing in working with adults from the LGBTQ+ community, we provide a safe and affirming space to explore experiences and challenges. We are rooted in understanding the complexities of identity, relationships, and societal pressures that LGBTQ+ individuals may face. Whether you're dealing with issues related to coming out, navigating relationships, questioning your sexual identity or coping with discrimination, we offer empathic, culturally sensitive support to meet your specific needs. Together, we can work towards healing, self-acceptance, and building a fulfilling life that aligns with your authentic self.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
LGBT Issues
COPE Psychological Center
Psychologist, PhD
LGBTQIA+ face a unique set of challenges in this society, particularly in areas and micro-cultures that are less accepting of one's identities. We strive to take a culturally-informed and intentional approach to helping you navigate these difficulties.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
LGBT Issues
Don ( "Dr Don" ) Etkes
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., MFT
For over 30 years I've helped both male and female same sex couples as well as LGBT individuals.
37 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
LGBT Issues
Cheryl Feldmann
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a queer-affirmative therapist, and have worked with many individuals and couples who identify as queer.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
LGBT Issues
David Andreone
Therapist, MA, AMFT
I'm well-versed in the pinpoints that come with being queer in America -- the discrimination, the family shame, the religious judgment, the micro-aggressions, and more. Love is love, acceptance is acceptance, and you're perfect regardless of who you love.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
LGBT Issues
Dan Fink
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I am a cis-het man who has been working with LGBT folks for 15 years. I would never pretend to fully understand another person's experience, but I am a proud ally. I have spent the past decade educating other cis-het therapists about gender identity, sexual orientation, sexuality, and kink/bdsm.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
LGBT Issues
Integrative Psychotherapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist
We work with clients who express issues or concerns with LGBT Issues.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
LGBT Issues
Pamela Pine
Therapist, Ph.D.
I strive to not make assumptions, but to listen to you with an open mind, to respect you and your feelings, to be sensitive yet objective and flexible, honest, and direct. My challenge is to craft a treatment specifically for you and your unique needs and to keep you clearly in my focus.
32 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA