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LGBT therapists in Huntington Beach, CA


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Huntington Beach, CA
Huntington Beach mental health support for LGBTQIA individuals includes affirming providers experienced with gender and sexual identity concerns. Our network of 2,535 licensed providers offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions, with many available within days. Sessions average 75% savings through insurance, and free consultations help you find the right fit.
I use she/her pronouns. I am a child of refugees. I have a Master of Social Work and did my Bachelor of Arts in Asian American Studies with a Minor in Global Health. I have worked with many individuals struggling with a range of challenges including but not limited to depression, anxiety, psychosis, alcohol and substance use/abuse, chronic health challenges such as HIV and diabetes, as well as gender affirming care. In my free time, I enjoy playing a variety of video games, going to live shows, grabbing a bite to eat with loved ones, exploring new areas, and riding my motorcycle.
Hello and welcome to therapy. You are one step closer on your journey to achieving your goals, passions, and intentions. You and I will develop a therapeutic relationship as you work through trauma, anxiety, depression, and other areas that you would like growth in. You will utilize the strengths that you already have, and keep expanding on those. It is my job to create a safe, open, and person-centered environment. I look forward to working with you on your healing journey! Keep going and growing.
I'm Mike Godby, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 34 years of experience helping people build healthier, more authentic relationships, with themselves and with others. My work is rooted in the belief that self-understanding is the foundation of real, lasting change. Many of my clients come in navigating challenges with family, friends, partners, or work, and I bring a warm, curious, and non-judgmental presence to every session. My approach has also been shaped by more than 50 years of personal meditation practice, which infuses the way I listen and the gentle, spacious environment I create in our work together.
I work with individuals and families across the spectrum, as well as professionals navigating major life transitions. As a Psychology Professor and Senior Lecturer, I provide a high-level clinical space for those who feel "stuck" in their current narrative. Whether you are exploring your identity, navigating a career shift, or seeking LGBTQ+ affirming care, my ideal clients are those ready to build a life that feels authentic, sustainable, and truly yours.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Huntington Beach, CA



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 97%Anxiety
- 94%PTSD
- 94%Depression
- 91%Stress management

- 100%Aetna
- 70%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 70%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 67%Cigna
- 58%Providence Health Plan

- 100%English
- 18%Spanish
- 3%American Sign Language
- 3%Farsi
- 3%Hindi

- 100%In-person or online

- 82%Woman
- 15%Man
- 3%Non-binary

- 52%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 12%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 12%Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Clinical Psychologist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 52%Couples therapy
- 45%Family therapy
- 21%Child or adolescent therapy
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