Encinitas Therapists specializing in LGBTQ Issues

Solara Calderon

My clients typically come to therapy grieving a painful loss (like the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or even the loss of a part of their identity), trying to shift unhelpful patterns or behaviors in their relationships, struggling to adapt to a new life phase (like parenthood, starting college, or a new job), having a hard time managing big emotions, or seeking deeper meaning and connection. I particularly love working with young adults, moms and dads, and LGBTQ+ folks.

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Michelle North

Anxiety, depression, grief and loss and a multitude of relational problems may be present during different times in our lives. As a licensed, marriage and family therapist I have the ability to meet you wherever you are in the life span process. As a certified expressive arts practitioner, I can integrate these tools on your journey. I am an authorized provider for, free counseling for problem gambling and affected individuals. Serving residents in the State of California.

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Jessica Ulmer

I am passionate about providing DBT and CBT for those with eating disorders, personality disorders, PTSD/trauma and suicidal behaviors/NSSI. I work with those as young as 5 years old as well as adolescents, transition age youth and adults. I also provide diagnostic evaluations of personality disorders and provide diagnostic clarification for those seeking more information about their symptoms. I am proud to say I provide gender affirming care and am LGBTQI+ aligned.

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Alyson Lischer

My clients are transitional age youth through older adults typically seeking support around concerns with their relationship with food and body. We may also be exploring relational difficulties, mental health concerns such as anxiety or depression and experiences of trauma. If you have been struggling with chronic dieting behaviors and frustrations around body size/shape, therapy is aimed at challenging diet cultured and weight stigmatized beliefs and develop a body neutral stance.

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Georgie Kelly

I work almost exclusively with the trans and nonbinary communities, and I have specialized in gender identities for the last 7 years. I am kink-aware, poly-friendly, and sex positive. I see clients as young as 13 years old. I am familiar with dissociation, as well as working with systems and plural folx.

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AJ Draz

Do you feel stuck, anxious, lost, disconnected from yourself or your purpose? Are you looking for support with developing habits and practices that can increase your well being? We can explore both the tangible actions you can take as well as the big philosophical questions that can help give you clarity about your path.

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Miriam Chor Freitas

My practice specializes in adolescents, adults, coupes and groups using a holistic approach to mental health and wellness. As a multicultural therapist, I truly appreciate and enjoy diversity and have always been surrounded by people from all walks of life so my goal is to start where you are and make you feel welcomed and safe to learn, grow and allow me to be a part of your healing process.

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Rachel Mitchell

You feel lonely and it seems like you and your partner argue about the same thing over and over. You make changes in your relationship, but it doesn’t have the outcome you expected. You feel completely overwhelmed and don’t know how you got here. You want to open your relationship and don’t know how to talk to your partner about it. Although it may feel overwhelming to take the step of therapy, you know that a better relationship with yourself and others is possible.

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sean sprigle

I primarily work with adults (18+), but I have worked with clients outside of that range as well. I have worked with everything from dissociative disorders to anxiety and everything in between. You will find me to be knowledgeable, compassionate, and effective. I have a high success rate of helping clients meet their therapeutic goals in a short timeline. I look forward to meeting you!

Kristen Ackerman

Kristen offers support to individuals facing diverse life transitions, work-related difficulties, stress management, academic performance concerns, social adaptations, peer pressures, identity exploration, anxiety, depression, personal development, and self-esteem enhancement. Kristen's clients range from children (ages 8+) to adults.

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Sandra Nunez

I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional pain, trauma, abuse dynamics, domestic violence and more. Perhaps you are trying to heal from a difficult relationship breakup, leaving you feeling sad and defeated. I provide support to military families, work with immigration/expat issues and individuals and families experiencing problems adjusting to various life changes including divorce, grief and loss, medical illness, job loss, etc.

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Hazel Hamann

As a queer, trans, and Latinx therapist, I'm passionate about supporting healing in my communities. I specialize in concerns related to gender, sexuality, intimacy, relationships, and sexual practices. Many of my clients are part of LGBTQIA+ communities, especially transgender, nonbinary, and gender diverse folks, as well as BIPOC.

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Jennifer Kulka

I specialize in: childhood sexual abuse, incest, sexual assault, rape, sexual harassment, domestic violence, and intimate partner violence. Trauma can fracture who you are as a person. It can make you feel unlike yourself, distant from others, and changed forever. Perhaps for you that looks like flashbacks, nightmares, feeling hopeless, anxious, having low self-esteem. There can be many responses to trauma, and all of them are justified. I can help you cope and heal from the impacts trauma.

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Bryan Schnebelt

In our work together I will encourage you to use introspection to better understand how toxic relationships, expectations, boundaries, your attachment and trauma history have impacted your sense of self, as well as how to promote recovery and wellness.

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Tara McGrath

I work primarily with queer and trans folks, who are often feeling stressed-out, disconnected, and overwhelmed by life. I have a passion for working with folks who have experienced religious oppression or harm. We can sort through that anxiety, stress, grief, or heartbreak, to find you some peace and relief. Contact me for more info!

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Colleen Hennessy

Many clients come to me to help them unpack what has happened to them in the past, and how it affects them today. My specialization is in working with folks who are non-monogamous/polyamorous/monogamish, or want to explore this space more. I love helping people to unpack the stigma and beliefs in our society that keep you from fully relaxing into this space. I can also help with attachment issues and trauma (including jealousy) that get triggered in relationships.

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Micaela Magazzu-Alaman

Are you or a loved one struggling with a major life change, anxiety, depression, grief, or burnout? Do you experience Body-Focused-Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) like Trichotillomania or skin-picking? I specialize in working with individuals and families to overcome these challenges. My comprehensive approach considers all aspects of your life, and I'll provide you with evidence-based techniques and strategies to reduce anxiety and alleviate symptoms of BFRBs, depression, and burnout.

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Dr. Sven Schild, PhD

I understand that everyone sometimes encounters obstacles in their lives that seem insurmountable. My goal is to create a therapeutic environment that allows each client to reach their full potential. I will work with you to address your symptoms and help you to rediscover your inner strengths to deal more effectively with your life's challenges and to guide you in the development of new life skills.

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Heather Fuller

Everyone sees you as confident and put-together, but inside you feel anxious. You’re always pushing yourself to your limits and holding yourself to an unrealistically high standard. You overthink things, constantly questioning how you are perceived, spiraling into self-doubt and anxiety. It doesn’t have to be this way. Together, we can regain your sense of peace, find clarity into your struggles, heal from past hurts, and move towards a life of deeper connection and confidence.

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Nadina Goddard

My clinical expertise includes depression, anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, crisis stabilization, suicide prevention, family conflict, gender & sexuality, domestic violence, life transitions, and sexual assault. I identify as an intersectional therapist, which means I strive to affirm and warmly welcome your intersecting identities, which include sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, race, ability, and class.

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