LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Chandler, Arizona AZ
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LGBTQ+ Issues
Michael Klinkner
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
LGBT related issues are so complex and individual. They require lots of special training and a holistic approach. I have years of training and experience in working with this issue. I work to help clients address their issues from a variety of different angles and determine the underlying causes behind the problems.
27 Years Experience
In-Person in Chandler, AZ 85225
Online in Chandler, AZ Arizona
LGBTQ+ Issues
Restored Counseling & Wellness Center, PLLC
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, NMD
At Restored, every client is welcome exactly as they are. Our therapists provide affirming, culturally sensitive care for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples navigating identity, relationships, family dynamics, minority stress, trauma, and more. We understand that the experiences of LGBTQ+ clients are shaped by unique social and relational contexts — and our team shows up with the awareness, humility, and genuine care those experiences deserve.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chandler, AZ
Online in Chandler, AZ Arizona
LGBTQ+ Issues
Dr. Mark Richard Treegoob
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have worked with the LGBTQ + community for many years and view this population as any other but I am also aware of special issues.
45 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chandler, AZ
Online in Chandler, AZ Arizona
LGBTQ+ Issues
Desmond Reis
Counselor/Therapist, LAC
I provide affirming support for individuals navigating LGBTQ+ related experiences, including identity exploration, coming out, relationship concerns, family dynamics, minority stress, and life transitions. Therapy offers a safe, inclusive space to explore your experiences, strengthen self-acceptance, and build resilience while navigating challenges unique to the LGBTQ+ community.
3 Years Experience
Online in Chandler, AZ Arizona (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ Issues
Inner Balance Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
I work with LGBTQ+ adults whose mental health concerns are rooted in trauma, identity-related stress, and systemic or relational harm. Rather than treating identity as the problem, therapy focuses on the impact of rejection, shame, minority stress, and complex trauma. Treatment emphasizes safety, self-acceptance, and healing from experiences that have made it unsafe to be fully yourself.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chandler, AZ
Online in Chandler, AZ Arizona
LGBTQ+ Issues
Fernando Rodriguez Jr
Counselor/Therapist, LAC
I provide LGBTQ+ affirming counseling for individuals facing identity questions, coming out experiences, relationship or family challenges, and the impact of minority stress. Therapy offers a welcoming space to process experiences, build confidence in your identity, and develop tools to navigate life’s challenges.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chandler, AZ
Online in Chandler, AZ Arizona
LGBTQ+ Issues
Dr. Amanda Malak
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist
With special attunement to providing support to LGBTQ+ individuals, I helppeople navigate challenges related to identity, coming out/letting in, relationships, and societal pressures. I support improving communication skills between family members with various belief systems fostering healthy relationships and developing coping strategies to enhance overall well-being. I offer a safe space where people can explore their feelings, choices, build self-acceptance, and address any concerns related to gender and sexual orientation. My approach includes using evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, to help manage issues like anxiety, depression, or discrimination that may arise. I specialize specifically with LGBTQ+ people from conservative backgrounds like conservative Muslims, Mormons, Christians, and many people from the Global South/Majority. Navigating these cultural dynamics adds a complexity that those from more progressive families and cultures may not understand.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chandler, AZ
Online in Chandler, AZ Arizona
LGBTQ+ Issues
Amy Guido
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Finding a safe and supportive place to discuss your unique perspectives and needs is so important. Being in a nonjudgemental environment where you can explore what you value and desire is important for all of us and is particularly important if you have concerns about whether your therapist is LGBTQ+ friendly and affirming. Therapy should be a space where you can explore how you live and love in ways that work well for you and those you are in relationship with.
22 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chandler, AZ
Online in Chandler, AZ Arizona
LGBTQ+ Issues
Carolyne Mburu-Gerena
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC
I provide a supportive and inclusive environment for individuals navigating issues related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and life experiences within the LGBTQ+ community. Treatment focuses on addressing mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, identity stress, and relationship challenges while fostering a space where individuals feel respected and affirmed.
6 Years Experience
Online in Chandler, AZ Arizona (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ Issues
Kelsi McMartin
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I am a bisexual woman and have training in working with the LBGTQIA community around issues related to identity, sexuality, polyamory, and couples work.
24 Years Experience
Online in Chandler, AZ Arizona (Online Only)
Chandler is one of Phoenix's most economically dynamic suburbs — home to Intel's major chip manufacturing campus and a growing semiconductor and technology sector — creating demand for therapists experienced with high-performance careers, workplace stress, and the psychological pressures of the tech industry. The city has a significant South Asian and East Asian professional population alongside a large and long-established Hispanic community, generating broad demand for culturally affirming therapy across very different backgrounds. Chandler Regional Medical Center provides institutional mental health resources, with a private therapy community serving the DC Ranch corridor and the Price Freeway tech corridor. Chandler's suburban character and intense summer heat contribute to social isolation concerns that therapists frequently address.
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Chandler, Arizona Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Chandler, Arizona average 16 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Psychodynamic Therapy (39%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (36%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 55% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 33% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 30% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 80% | LGBTQ+ |
| 65% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 36% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 34% | Persons with Disabilities |