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LGBT therapists in Auburn, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Auburn, CA

Headway connects LGBTQIA individuals in Auburn with affirming mental health providers who understand gender and sexual identity. Access talk therapy and medication management virtually or in-person with 2,494 licensed providers across our network.

Valerie Harris-Reamer

Valerie Harris-Reamer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Sessions will provide you with a safe space to express your thoughts and feelings in which you'll be able to gain clarity and understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sara DeSmet

Sara DeSmet

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a humanist, she believes in the individual's ability to tap into an internal desire for creating meaning and change in one's life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachelle Bodle

Rachelle Bodle

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm dedicated to cultivating positivity, strength, and resilience in my clients for a healthier, more balanced life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Transgender issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Evan Dunn

Evan Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I encourage profound exploration of symptoms and conflicts while simultaneously offering my patients a space of warmth and relief in which to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Clancy Cavnar

Clancy Cavnar

Psychologist

Virtual • California


Dr. Clancy Cavnar is a licensed psychologist with specializations in addictions and psychedelic therapy. She has worked with a wide variety of people and with a broad range of diagnoses and life situations that therapy can help with. She offers a comprehensive assessment and treatment focused on a client’s individual needs. Dr. Cavnar is empathic and compassionate, and therapy with her is an exchange of ideas, with deep listening and non-judgmental acceptance.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Tucker

David Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • Winnetka, CA


“I take a strengths-based integrative approach, treating therapy as a way to assist the individual to gain the skills in order to move past their obstacles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Cheri Hui-Meng Tsai

Cheri Hui-Meng Tsai

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“Through two humans interacting, it will increase self-knowledge, develop emotional skills and activate hidden potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Scarlett Quenette

Scarlett Quenette

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm a nurturing and calming presence, and despite my professionalism I'm not afraid to joke and laugh with you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Perynn D'Alba

Dr. Perynn D'Alba

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My goal is create a space for people to feel they can question choices they make because that is how we grow and change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Eleanor Raymond

Eleanor Raymond

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi I'm Eleanor! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and New Mexico. I am passionate about empowering people to build self-trust and self-acceptance. Most of my clients come to therapy because they want to make a change or cope with a change that they did not choose.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nefertiti Khemet Goudjayi

Nefertiti Khemet Goudjayi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“If you're looking for a therapist that is energetic, direct, yet empathetic, you found the right person.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kadrea Forte

Kadrea Forte

Therapist

Virtual • California


With over a decade of clinical experience, I’ve worked across diverse settings including community mental health, outpatient clinics, crisis teams, and inpatient units supporting children, adolescents, and adults through individual and group therapy. My career has centered on serving BIPOC, adults & youth, and LGBTQIA+ clients. I’m passionate about holding space for those navigating complex trauma, identity, and systemic challenges. My practice offers a non-judgmental, safe sanctuary grounded in a holistic, trauma-informed approach that weaves together mindfulness, compassion, and culturally attuned care. I strive to meet each client with authenticity and curiosity, honoring the wisdom they bring into the room.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
J Carlin Dawgert

J Carlin Dawgert

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm J! I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals and relationships across a range of settings, from community mental health to private practice. My approach is interactive, dynamic, and deeply engaged, because I believe real progress happens when therapy feels like a genuine partnership. Whether you're navigating long-standing challenges or facing something new, I'm here to help you move forward. I currently see clients via Telehealth and can't wait to connect with you!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amy Traynham Feragen

Amy Traynham Feragen

Therapist

Virtual • California


I was born and raised in Montana and have a genuine passion for nature and the outdoors. I received my Bachelors in Psychology at Montana State University in 2001. I then pursued my Masters of Social Work degree and graduated in 2008 from the University of Montana. This graduate program had a focus on providing a social justice and integrated practitioner perspective. I have an eclectic style that can be tailored to each unique individual. My primary therapeutic methods include Mindfulness Based, Holistic, Exposure, Narrative, Cognitive and Behavioral, Strengths Based & Solution Focused Therapies. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate environment that often helps people feel comfortable. A true passion of mine is structuring therapeutic activities for clients to express, process, increase self-awareness, and de-stress from life’s challenging and developmental experiences.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeshurun Joseph

Jeshurun Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you in achieving holistic emotional wellness through a culturally sensitive, client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-focused framework.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Sanchez

Erika Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is flexible and down-to-earth, drawing from different styles depending on what works best for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Vargas

Maria Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will work with you and empower you to know that your voice is heard; you are seen; and that you matter.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maranda Garnett

Maranda Garnett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a gender affirming, person centered, and trauma informed approach to create a safe space for you to be vulnerable...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maya Shemtov

Maya Shemtov

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a compassionate and collaborative space to slow down, reflect on your experience, identify patterns, reconnect with emotions and connection, and build both insight and practical coping tools.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joanna Amenero

Joanna Amenero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tailor treatment to each individual and offer a safe environment where I listen without judging you, motivate and engage you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eon Iosefa

Eon Iosefa

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


I entered into this field to help individuals to learn, grow and heal at their own pace. I fundamentally believe that we are the experts of ourselves and our experiences. My role through my education, learning and experience is to support clients’ in unlocking their awareness of patterns to increase the clients’ ability to access the tools within them to facilitate their learning, growth and healing through a collaborative process.

As a Black/African American woman, I am passionate about working with people of color (especially people of color who identify as LGBTIA+) in destigmatizing mental health in our communities and identifying how systemic racism/systemic oppression affect our mental health.

My strengths as a therapist are rooted in fifteen years of experience working in the field as a mental health clinician in a variety of settings. I have supported individual’s ability to access their inherent tools to overcome struggles connected to trauma, grief & loss, depression and general anxiety. Over the course of my experience I have developed skills in providing therapy to underrepresented, underserviced families, children, individuals, and couples. I also have a wealth of experience supporting youth involved in the juvenile justice system, oppositional teens, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Taisha Mercogliano

Dr. Taisha Mercogliano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all model—therapy should reflect who you are, where you've been, and where you want to go.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Almog Shanun

Almog Shanun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monrovia, CA


  • I believe therapy is one of the greatest gifts that we can give to ourselves. It is an opportunity to explore and learn about the mysteries of our inner self. When I am working with a client both of us discover a vast new world that waits to unfold. I studied at Pacifica Graduate Institute, a graduate school dedicated to discovering the inner contents of the self and the secrets of the archetypes of our humanity. I believe in working with my clients face to face, together, by sharing a journey in order to learn about the hardships of today while gaining knowledge about past and present experiences. I believe in and encourage my client’s strength and ability to solve their own problems and become the healers of their own wounds. I work as a guide and as a fellow traveler in your journey toward self discovery. With every step we take toward discovery, I work hand in hand with my clients, letting them lead in finding the sources of their suffering and their capability to heal them. Treatment Modalities: Person Centered Therapy, Post Jungian, Family Systems, Trauma Theory, Sex Therapy, and working within the Feminine Principle. I work with LGBTQ community and with all kind of diversity. At Eye Of The Storm counseling I specialize with Adolescents, Adults, Relationships, Individuation, Immigration, Life Changes, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Sexual Issues, Personal Growth and Development, Life Style issues, and Court referrals.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Tanaka

Sarah Tanaka

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I place a strong value on holding a safe therapeutic space where we can work together to move towards your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dominic Valdes

Dominic Valdes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly gay men, and offer a space that is culturally attuned and grounded in understanding the nuances of identity, intimacy, and relational dynamics.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dana Rogers

Dana Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Dana has over 20 years of clinical experience facilitating emotional healing transformation in a vast diversity of populations...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eugenia Rosenblatt

Eugenia Rosenblatt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a trauma-informed clinician, I partner with clients to reduce suffering and create more meaningful, values-guided living.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Kater

Laura Kater

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Through our work together, my goal is to empower you. You will learn how to embrace the complications of daily living to create an intentional and purpose-filled life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ronald Deming

Ronald Deming

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Finding the problems is the first step, then finding alternatives to the trouble those problems bring with them, thereby finding release and agency to change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimberly Elliott

Kimberly Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • California


I feel this work is a vocation driven by humility, love, patience, and integrity. I enjoy developing relationships and assisting people on their way to living life to their fullest potential. I believe the world can change one person at a time through mindful, values-based living. In my free time I enjoy spending time outdoors, with my family and my three little furry friends.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michael Times

Michael Times

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting adults, teens, and families in medical, community mental health, and addiction treatment settings. I’ve worked with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. I bring a calm, supportive, and down‐to‐earth style to therapy so clients feel safe and understood. I also teach social work and sociology at the university level, which keeps me grounded in current research and best practices. Most importantly, I care about meeting you where you are and helping you move toward meaningful change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Robin Hilliard Albertson

Dr. Robin Hilliard Albertson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Everyone is worthy and deserving of respect, kindness, compassion, and consideration. That's at the core of how I approach care...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candice Campbell

Candice Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, collaborative and balanced approach using cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help clients embrace their authentic selves and improve their quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sonia Estival Vila

Sonia Estival Vila

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you hold your own answers. It is my privilege to accompany you on the journey to unlock them, focusing on your inherent strengths to help you overcome life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Urquiza

Jessica Urquiza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a compassionate and collaborative therapist who strives to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeff J Garcia

Jeff J Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space in both English and Spanish where you can feel truly heard and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Skye Suzanne Wood

Skye Suzanne Wood

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I do this work because I am committed to liberation for all people. I believe that none of us are free until ALL of us are free.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katrina Bobo

Katrina Bobo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I chose therapy as my path due to my struggle to find adequate mental health support when I needed it most.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lauren Hanson

Lauren Hanson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using evidence-based tools like Narrative and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with creative Art Therapy interventions, I help you disrupt old thought patterns and reclaim your narrative.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pamela Shakir

Pamela Shakir

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is down-to-earth, nonjudgmental, and supportive. I specialize in helping women, men, and couples improve communication...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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