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LGBT therapists in Lake Forest, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lake Forest, CA

Finding affirming mental health care in Lake Forest is now accessible through Headway's diverse network of open-minded providers. Whether you're exploring identity, managing relationships, or addressing life transitions, our providers offer evidence-based therapy and medication management with authentic support. Sessions are flexible, covered by insurance, and available within two weeks.

Allison Trujillo

Allison Trujillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a mix of DBT, EMDR, and IFS to help people explore the deeper layers of their story—especially around trauma, identity, and body image.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Alexis Cabrera

Alexis Cabrera

Therapist

Virtual • California


I commit to supporting your growth whilst challenging your outdated defense mechanisms. Old patterns got you this far, and my Gestalt training allows me to see your obstacles as creative adjustments. I will empower you to choose, consciously, what works and what works no longer.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexandra Agar

Dr. Alexandra Agar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you increase your self confidence, sexual self esteem and knowledge around sex and sexuality.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeana Owens

Jeana Owens

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trauma therapist with special interests in neurodiversity, LGBTQ+ issues, religious trauma, and grief.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aaron Martin

Aaron Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


To simplify scheduling, book consultations through my website, not Headway: AaronMartinTherapy.com

As a mixed-race, Queer therapist, I support other LGBTQ folks, providing a safe space to simply be. I believe our varying identities impact the way the world interacts with us, and how our mental health symptoms present. I view my therapeutic role as balancing support and action to nudge you into new patterns that better support you.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marina Sabia

Marina Sabia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide clients with a safe and supportive space where they feel comfortable sharing their challenges and personal experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Calix Vu-Bui

Calix Vu-Bui

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My patients would describe me as warm, relatable, down to earth, and a therapist who is actively engaged in session with a no-nonsense kind of approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arianna Penalba

Arianna Penalba

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a counselor, I would describe myself as an eclectic therapist, and I use a variety of theoretical approaches in my work, depending on my specific client's needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Zatyko

Jill Zatyko

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to build a strong therapeutic bond with you so that we can discover your strengths together and use those to live a happy and healthy life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Esther Torres

Esther Torres

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in providing treatment to individuals who are experiencing difficulties with feelings of anxiety, depression, substance use, grief, trauma and/or life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jacey Milliner

Jacey Milliner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I especially enjoy working with BIPOC and queer people navigating identity, relationships, or life's in-between/messy phases.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maria Dahlmann

Maria Dahlmann

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Maria is a dynamic and compassionate therapist with over a decade of experience as a licensed clinician.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sheri Noxon

Sheri Noxon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Our sessions are about you developing a deeper relationship with yourself. You will feel like you've seen layers of yourself that you didn't know existed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Gonzalez

Jennifer Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“I specialize in the treatment of trauma, OCD, and relationship challenges, using evidence-based, results-driven methods.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Valerie Harris-Reamer

Valerie Harris-Reamer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Sessions will provide you with a safe space to express your thoughts and feelings in which you'll be able to gain clarity and understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jill Weiss

Jill Weiss

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on helping people find relief from emotional distress to live healthy and fulfilling lives...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mallory Nesberg

Mallory Nesberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm, down-to-earth approach where clients can leave sessions feeling calm, empowered, and optimistic.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Rhinesmith

Danielle Rhinesmith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy comes from a desire to support you through your journey and give you the strength to see yourself as a priority.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Abner Flores

Dr. Abner Flores

Psychologist

Virtual • California


Welcome!

Please message me for my availability!

My goal is to create safety, trust, and openness on your path to healing. I have been practicing for over 10 years and firmly believe that wellness is your investment in yourself.

Mi objetivo es generar seguridad, confianza y sinceridad en tu camino hacia la sanación. He estado ejerciendo la profesión durante más de 10 años y creo firmemente que el bienestar es una inversión en ti mismo.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katherine Christianson

Katherine Christianson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In our therapeutic relationship, I view myself as the expert on therapy, and I consider you to be the expert on yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Desiree Joslyn

Desiree Joslyn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals and their families, helping to create understanding, support, and meaningful connections.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Marchita Masters

Dr. Marchita Masters

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have a warm, comfortable, conversational style. I consider attachment theory, utilize Cognitive Therapy, EMDR and sometimes humor.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
D'Nicole Parks

D'Nicole Parks

Therapist

Virtual • Antioch, CA


“I take a strengths-based approach, believing that each person has unique capabilities that can be harnessed for growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jaha Higgs

Jaha Higgs

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I hold a safe space for you to feel seen, understood, respected, supported, partnered with, and empowered across the intersections of your identity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Matthes

Jennifer Matthes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and relational. I believe that trust is the foundation of helpful therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassandra Holt Kimbell

Cassandra Holt Kimbell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a human first, just like you. I will never promise that I have all the answers, but I will promise to walk with you through anything you need help walking through.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Virginia Ballantyne

Virginia Ballantyne

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I practice from a strengths-based, client-centered approach that focuses on empowering each person to access their inner wisdom and move toward mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Haley Gonzalez

Haley Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on helping clients feel more grounded and capable. I'm also open to working with people from different backgrounds and life experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Martha Cervantes

Martha Cervantes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is affirming and empowering, while also being direct. I'll help you feel heard and understood, and I'll also gently challenge patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fabian Escobedo

Fabian Escobedo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chula Vista, CA


“I have trainings in trauma-focused therapies and can hold space even for the most sensitive and personal experiences people have lived.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Geni Duran

Geni Duran

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view therapy as a collaborative partnership where we work together to explore the challenges you're facing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cameron Virjee

Cameron Virjee

Therapist

Virtual • Petaluma, CA


“I focus on listening, asking thoughtful questions, and paying attention to what's actually going on in their world.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristina Hillhouse

Kristina Hillhouse

Therapist

Virtual • San Mateo, CA


Kristina Hillhouse, a licensed clinical social worker, provides outpatient mental health counseling services in California. With an understanding and focus on CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, client-centered, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and more, with an emphasis on aiding individuals in their healing journey. I prioritize the clients' mental health support and strive to offer exceptional care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helene Farr

Helene Farr

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring a calm, thoughtful presence, along with life experience, openness, and a non-judgmental approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Sledd

Lisa Sledd

Therapist

Virtual • Arcadia, CA


“I am a compassionate and affirming therapist who prioritizes making clients feel comfortable and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kat Ralph

Kat Ralph

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My ideal client is Queer, Trans, Gender non-conforming, or exploring their gender and sexual identities!”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Arai

Emily Arai

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative and grounded space where you can show up as you are without pressure to have everything figured out.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miyoung Son

Miyoung Son

Therapist

Virtual • California


Reaching out for help can be challenging for many. As psychotherapy aims at positive changes you desire, I am honored to provide a safe place for your self-exploration and reflection in which you can gain your inner peace and change you long for. Being specialized in trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence, I can offer some resolution in your trauma work. Trauma can penetrate not only your emotional well-being but also almost every facet of your life.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shera Daroga

Shera Daroga

Therapist

Virtual • California


I will be your biggest and loudest supporter and advocate. I use a little bit of humor, mixed in with kindness, and a whole lot of warmth to help you dig deep into your story. Together, we'll challenge the stories you tell yourself about your life, your experience, and society. I have extensive experience working with folks experiencing anxiety/depression, work burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges, and folks exploring their identity (all identities are absolutely welcomed here!)

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Adebayo

Alisha Adebayo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe strongly in meeting you where you are. Even if it is a place you have never opened the doors for another.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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