Gregory Gooden
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT110967, CATC-IV 122965I enjoy working with clients who are faced with life changes, mal-adaptive coping mechanisms, struggles with personal identity, and relationship and sexuality issues.
Find therapists in San Dimas. Therapists that list their practice on TherapyDen agree to be inclusive and welcoming of all genders, races, countries of origin, sexual orientations, body sizes, religions, and abilities. Therapists promise, to the best of their abilities, to create a safe place for anyone and everyone that seeks services.
The therapists, counselors, social workers and psychologists below treat common issues such as depression, anxiety, loss, relationship issues and trauma. Performing an advanced search will allow you to filter for therapists that have specialized experience and training in more modern areas such as non-monogamy, body-positivity, racial justice, queer-competency and more.
Find a therapist in San Dimas that can meet your needs and provide a comforting non-judgmental space.
Take a quick survey to find therapists that match your needs.
I specialize in working with individuals who identify as quirky, creative, LGBTQIA+, or those who simply don’t fit into conventional boxes. Whether you're exploring your identity, life transitions, or struggling with relationships and self-acceptance, I'm here to help you feel understood, validated, and supported. I approach therapy with an open mind and a dash of humor because growth doesn’t have to be all serious.
I am an AASECT certified Sex Therapist, who works with individuals and couples who identify as LGBTQIA+, Kinky, Sex Workers, or practice Polyamory/Consensual Non-monogamy. I help any client interested in experiencing a more fulfilling relationship with sexuality or gender and is looking to heal from trauma.
Are you tired of bad "dates" with therapists, finding yourself explaining basic parts of your identity and feeling like therapy's going nowhere because of it? Maybe you're kinky, disabled, BIPOC, neurodivergent, queer, non-monogamous, all of the above, or don't subscribe to labels. I seek to create and hold space for your identities, growth, and exploration as we navigate your chosen path.
All my clients come from very different ranges of needs. I specialize in clients who struggle with mental health and with substance abuse. A lot of clients have come back after completing treatment because they were so satisfied with the individualized treatment plan based on their needs.
Take a quick survey to find therapists that match your needs.
I work with people who feel like their lives are a mess. Sometimes this sense of chaos has been lifelong. Other times something has happened that completely upends the structure of a person’s life, leaving them to pick up the pieces. The people I work with don’t fit into a neat diagnostic box. They often struggle with issues across a number of domains, whether eating, substance use, career, identity, and of course relationships. I also work with many people who are queer and/or artists.
Are you tired of anxiety and worry running your life? Is your to do list piling up and you just can't find the energy to get things done? Have you become your own biggest critic? I want to work with you to take back your life and become your most authentic self. I work with a full range of clients (children, adults, couples, families) and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma.
If you are struggling and seeking therapy to address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, a life transition, trauma, or any number of difficulties, you are not alone. We all need some extra support at various points in life. Therapy can be an amazingly supportive, meaningful, and exploratory process—a space to unpack all of life’s complexities. We’ll work collaboratively to address your needs and goals, while holding space for your mental, emotional, physical, & spiritual well-being.
I understand that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming and isolating. My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and empowered to take control of your emotions and relationships. Together, we’ll create a path toward healing and growth, allowing you to live a life that truly reflects your values and aspirations. I am dedicated to helping clients develop effective tools for emotion regulation & interpersonal effectiveness.
When you feel overwhelmed, isolated, lost, or estranged from inner aliveness, it can be hard to know where to turn. Your feelings make sense - everyone gets lost sometimes. Panic and anxiety can be very scary, and depression can feel immovable. With a trusted ally in the therapeutic process, you will gain relief, personalized tools, and creative solutions. My approach is compassionate and curious, and I value trust-building, collaboration, and actionable treatment planning.
Take a quick survey to find therapists that match your needs.
They come from all walks of life. Many struggle with grief and loss--of a loved one, or of a cherished idea of how life was meant to be. Some feel at war with themselves; the survival strategies of the past--once so vital--no longer serve them, leading to depression, anxiety, and diminished relationships. They are in a bind: longing to connect but frightened, with good reason, of the vulnerability that makes connection possible. I help them move in the direction of growth and deeper connection.
While I work with a wide range of folks, I tend to be the person folks come to when other therapies haven't worked. Relational Somatic Psychotherapy is a deep and powerful therapeutic approach. It works at a very deep and primal level. We combine neuro-biologically informed treatment with mindfulness, movement, traditional talk therapy, drama therapy and more, all in the container of our relationship.
I work with individuals and relationships looking to live more authentically and to deepen their relationships. My clients are often seeking self-discovery and growth, whether they’re exploring gender identity, building meaningful relationships, addressing intimacy, or healing from religious trauma. Together, we can create a space of acceptance and curiosity, fostering a path toward a life that aligns with their full selves.
Living in a world that often tells you you don't have the right to exist as you are can be exhausting. You may feel constantly misunderstood, disregarded, or as though you just can't get ahead no matter how hard you try. You might want healthier relationships with others but have no idea what that means or how to create one. If you feel as though you never got the handbook on "how to human," or have spent your life trying to fit into a predetermined mold that just doesn't fit, I can help.
Take a quick survey to find therapists that match your needs.
I provide psychotherapy for youth ages 12 and older, individual adults, and families. My specialty is children and adolescent mental health. Other specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, mindfulness, peer relationships, family dynamics, behavioral issues, neurodiversity (Autism Spectrum, ADHD), creative arts, and Filipino-American values. My fluency in Filipino (Tagalog) is conversational. I have extensive experience working with Filipino and BIPOC families with history of child abuse.
Early experiences influence the way we act and engage in the world. Without time to reflect we can get stuck in habits and patterns that are meant to protect us but prevent us from true connection with others and the present. Together we will identify root causes of the behaviors and repeated actions that no longer serve you. We will practice being vulnerable. Clients who are serious about making changes while maintaining a sense of humor when needed will do well in this practice together.