Dr. Rizi Timane

Finding a therapist who truly understands the nuances of your lived experience—without you having to educate them—is exhausting. Whether you are navigating the complexities of transition, processing family rejection, or simply looking to discuss life, anxiety, or relationships with a clinician who explicitly centers your identity, you belong here.

As a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California, I provide dedicated, telehealth-based therapy tailored to the queer, trans, and non-binary communities, as well as culturally sensitive therapy specifically for African Americans. My practice is deeply rooted in intersectionality, liberation, and an informed-consent approach to care.

For couples, I bring specialized expertise using Gottman Method Couples Therapy to support relationships of all types. Whether you are in a heterosexual relationship or identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, or queer, I offer a dedicated space to help you deepen connection, manage conflict, and build lasting intimacy.

I am fully versed in WPATH guidelines and provide letters for gender-affirming medical care without unnecessary gatekeeping. My practice integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method to explore how your thoughts, feelings, behavioral patterns, and relationship dynamics influence your self-reflection and connections. I also place a strong emphasis on the impact of trauma on one's outlook and future goals, ensuring every individual and couple receives compassionate, culturally affirming care.

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If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling to navigate difficult patterns in your life, please know that you do not have to figure it out alone. My therapeutic approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused therapy with a deeply empathetic, person-centered philosophy. Because I firmly believe there is no one-size-fits-all solution to mental wellness, I actively tailor our treatment to your specific needs, values, and lived experiences. Together in a safe, non-judgmental space, we will explore how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors affect both your personal well-being and your relationships. Our collaborative goal will be to break the unhelpful patterns hindering your growth, allowing you to reclaim your quality of life and move forward with clarity.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, so our first session is all about building safety, comfort, and connection. We will spend our initial session getting to know each other at a pace that feels entirely safe for you. Rather than a rigid interview, it will feel like a supportive conversation where you can share what brought you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. We will look at where you are feeling stuck, but we will also highlight your existing strengths. By the end of our first meeting, we will collaborate on a roadmap for your care, ensuring you leave with a clear sense of how we will work together to break old patterns and help you heal.