LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Palm Desert, California CA
We are proud to feature top rated LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Palm Desert. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
LGBTQ+
Dennis Sapire
Psychologist, JD PhD
As a Certified Clinical Sexologist as well as a licensed Psychologist, I welcome and have long had a specialty in helping LGBTQ folk. In particular, I work with issues like loneliness, isolation and dating for a mostly geriatric gay population, and relational concerns impacting both vanilla and non-vanilla relationships.
24 Years Experience
In-Person Near Palm Desert, CA
Online in Palm Desert, CA California
LGBTQ+
Mary Gonzalez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Everyone deserves a space where they can be fully seen, respected, and affirmed. At Holding Space Therapy, we provide LGBTQ+ affirming, trauma-informed therapy that honors your identity, relationships, and lived experiences. Whether you're exploring your identity, navigating coming out, managing family or relationship challenges, coping with discrimination, or addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress, therapy offers a safe and supportive place to be yourself without fear of judgment.
Many LGBTQ+ individuals face unique stressors, including minority stress, rejection, social stigma, identity-related concerns, and the emotional impact of living in environments where they may not feel fully accepted. These experiences can contribute to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma responses, and difficulties in relationships. Therapy provides an opportunity to process these experiences while strengthening resilience, self-acceptance, and emotional well-being.
Our approach is collaborative, culturally responsive, and tailored to your individual goals. Using evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and trauma-informed care, we'll work together to help you navigate life's challenges, heal from painful experiences, improve emotional regulation, establish healthy boundaries, and build greater confidence in yourself and your relationships.
We recognize that your identity is one part of who you are—not something that needs to be changed or "fixed." Our role is to support you in living authentically, processing life's challenges, and developing the tools needed to create a life that feels meaningful, connected, and aligned with your values. Whether you're seeking support for identity exploration, relationship concerns, trauma, or everyday life stressors, Holding Space Therapy is committed to providing an inclusive, affirming environment where you feel safe, empowered, and supported throughout your healing journey.
6 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA California (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Karina Baltazar-Durán LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ communities. There's enough division in the world, allow me to walk alongside you.
17 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA California
LGBTQ+
Melissa Quinn Pollock
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I provide an affirming space for clients who identify as LGBTQ+, allies and family members. I see LGBTQ+ folks as integral members of my community, family, life and future.
13 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA California (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Barry Lipscomb
Hypnotherapist, CHT
As a gay man, I know the importance of a safe environment to explore issues, challenges and transitions related to LGBTQ+ identities.
6 Years Experience
Online in Palm Desert, CA California
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Palm Desert, California Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Palm Desert, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (59%), Psychodynamic Therapy (44%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 57% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 59% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 34% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 33% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 57% | Teen |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 75% | LGBTQ+ |
| 64% | Women |
| 42% | Men |
| 31% | Black / African American |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |