LGBT therapists in Carlsbad, CA

Hi there, my name is Jose Carranza, LFMT, maneuvering through life and work with thoughtful intention and an open heart. I have approximately a decade of experience working in the mental health field and about 5 years practicing as a therapist. I'm certified in Trauma-Focused CBT and have lengthy experience working with mood, behavioral, and developmental disorders.

Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my Master's from the University of Southern California (USC) and have been practicing for 5 years. I help adults and teenagers be able to sift through negative thoughts and provide insight into patterns or cycles that show up in your life to help you be the best you can be.

I'm an LMFT with 18 years of experience working with a genuinely wide range of people — and by that I mean the whole spectrum: straight, gay, queer, transgender clients pre-, during, and post-transition, people in non-traditional relationships, and any adults navigating anxiety, depression, or the long reach of childhood. I have deep training in gender-affirming care, which means I understand the clinical and emotional complexity of transition — not just the basics. I also work with couples who want to stop having the same fight and actually change how they relate to each other. I have a multicultural clientele and welcome clients from all backgrounds, identities, and relationship structures.

I go by Vicky! I have been doing therapy since 2014 and became a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) in 2017. Becoming a therapist has been a lifelong journey and I truly believe it is my calling in life. There is no higher privilege or honor than to be able to hold space for people looking to heal from their wounds, and I hold the highest respect for every client who seeks treatment. I believe that each person holds their own answers to their healing journey and my role is to be a loving guide and companion along the way. No matter what you're coming in for, we can and will get you relief and return you to the best version of yourself.

Welcome, congratulations for taking the first step in your journey to a better you. I have experience in working with individuals who are struggling with a wide variety of problems such as depression, negative thoughts patterns, low self-esteem, anxiety, adjustment, grief, LGBTQIA and cultural issues.

I am committed to providing an empathetic safe space to support you in your journey.

My name is William Dexter I am a LMFT licensed marriage family therapist. I am devoted to the health, well-being, and safety of clients and have lived a clean and sober lifestyle for over thirty years. My approach to therapy is to focus on relationships with yourself, with others, and with your Higher Power or GOD as you understand him. I believe the problem is not knowing who you are, and the solution is finding out who you are.

I work with teens, adults, and couples. I believe that true wellness comes from integrating all aspects of ourselves—spiritual, social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and creative. As a California-certified sexual assault counselor, fully trained in EMDR and Brainspotting, I provide trauma-informed care with empathy and expertise. I also specialize in psychedelic therapy preparation and integration, guiding clients through their profound journeys with care and intention.

I belong to many communities and have many identities. Most strongly I identify as Queer, a Person of Color and Intersex. I strive to use these experiences and identities to help me connect to clients. I volunteer and work with intersex, gender-expansive, and trans youth and adults. I see the care I offer as an act of resilience and defiance.

Lily Ross has been in nursing since 2016, treating children age 12 and up, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. She has a special interest in adolescent and young adults, neurodivergent LGBTQAI+ and developmentally disabled populations. She is experienced in treating adults with PTSD, depression, OCD, anxiety and a variety of behavioral heath issues. Lily has an undergraduate degree in Art from Rhode Island School of Design and BSN from University of Massachusetts Boston. Her Master’s in PMHNP is from Regis College. She has studied Buddhist Psychology at Spirit Rock and is certified by Polaris to provide KAP. She is a student of Soto Zen Buddhism at New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care and certified to provide contemplative care by the University of Arizona Andrew Well Center for Integrative Medicine. She offers aspects of these studies through evidence-based, scientifically proven methods to help improve mental health.

I am the owner of Home Within Therapy LLC: https://homewithintherapy.org/. I hold a dual degree of Ed.M. and M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University. I work with teenagers, adults, couples, and families from all walks of life. I am licensed in NY, NJ and CA. In addition to being a Bilingual Psychotherapist fluent in both English and Mandarin, Prior to entering private practice, I have held different roles, including Clinical Supervisor, Group Facilitator, Panel Leader for the 1st and 2nd China Psychology Forum, Research Assistant, Advocate, and Volunteer.