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LGBT therapists in Costa Mesa, CA


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Costa Mesa, CA
Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Costa Mesa with 2,547 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded mental healthcare. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers experienced in supporting gender and sexual identity exploration, with many offering free consultations to find the right fit for your needs.
Hi, my name is Ning! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. For the past seven years, I have worked with children, teens, adults, and older adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, major life transitions, complex mental health conditions. My clinical work focuses on anxiety and mood disorders, and I combine cognitive and somatic techniques with talk therapy to address root causes and foster lasting personal growth.
I'm Josiah — a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) offering in-person sessions in Irvine and telehealth sessions across California. My work centers on three communities I care deeply about: veterans navigating the often-invisible work of coming home, LGBTQ+ individuals and couples looking for a therapist who genuinely gets it, and parents who are doing their best while carrying more than they show. I'm Transgender Allied, trained in trauma-informed and multicultural frameworks, and I work with individuals, couples, and families. Before anything else, I work hard to make sure you feel like yourself in the session — not a diagnosis, not a file.
I have supported clients with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, relational issues, personality disorders and trauma. I completed my M.A. in psycholoy in 2018 and since then I have worked in both private practice and school settings. I am also trained in EMDR. I use an eclectic approach to therapy that I tailor to meet the needs of each client.
Hi & Welcome. We all face challenges at times throughout our lives. We may need support finding self-awareness and compassion which I believe is the key in the healing process. I enjoy acting as an empowering guide along your journey. I believe in our innate capacity to change and create a meaningful and UPLIFTING life. My goal for you is to foster a safe, accepting and also challenging space that encourages personal growth and empowers you to make positive changes that support your values.
Hello and welcome! I am a Certified Sex Therapist and Psychotherapist working with individuals and couples who face obstacles with sexual health, intimacy, mood disorders, communication, disabilities and life stressors. Sexual health can be impacted by a variety of issues from anxiety, depression, mismatched libidos, lack of education and understanding, orientation, identity and society. My knowledge is quite diverse, as are the clients I work with. I use anecdotal stories to engage with and connect to my clients. I look forward to meeting you!
I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy. I help individuals identify their goals and make the changes necessary to help them lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I am directive, and I provide a warm, caring and non-judgmental environment to explore the issues and life-events with which you may be struggling.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Costa Mesa, CA



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 97%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 89%Relationship issues
- 86%Stress management

- 97%Aetna
- 70%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 70%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 65%Cigna
- 54%Curative

- 100%English
- 16%Spanish
- 5%American Sign Language
- 3%Farsi
- 3%Hindi

- 100%In-person or online

- 76%Woman
- 14%Man
- 11%Non-binary

- 54%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 22%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 11%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 5%Nurse Practitioner

- 100%Individual therapy
- 51%Couples therapy
- 49%Family therapy
- 22%Child or adolescent therapy
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