LGBTQ+ therapists in Poway, California CA
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Serving LGBTQ+
Melissa Quinn Pollock
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I am a private practice, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Southern California. I work with adults and couples seeking a trustworthy, quality, holistic mental health and relationship treatment perspective. My background and practice combine over a decade of academic and clinical training with my focus on collective justice and liberation. I work with folks who want to explore their experiences from larger frameworks and move beyond functionality into fulfillment.
13 Years Experience
Online in Poway, CA California (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Aleksandra Drecun
Psychologist, Psy.D.
My therapeutic style is collaborative, authentic, compassionate and client-centered. I am committed to providing the highest quality of care. I provide a safe, caring and nonjudgmental environment that centers on client needs. Each therapy session promotes personal growth and success!
25 Years Experience
In-Person Near Poway, CA
Online in Poway, CA California
Serving LGBTQ+
Madelyn Alvarez
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
Dedicated Associate Marriage and Family Therapist committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to diverse populations. Skilled in evidence-based interventions, crisis management, and culturally responsive practice. Passionate about fostering supportive environments that promote growth, resilience, and emotional well-being. Schedule a FREE consultation call today if I sound like the right fit for you!
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Poway, CA
Online in Poway, CA California
Serving LGBTQ+
Tabetha Garcia
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I provide a trauma-informed virtual space where it is safe to explore who you are and facilitates the creation of your own path. My approach integrates Cognitive therapies including CBT, DBT, and ACT along with somatic and wellness practices. I will support you through clarifying your values, reconnecting with yourself, honoring your roots, and strengthening the parts of your identity that matter to you the most. Together, we can work toward rewriting your story and building a path toward greater well-being.
10 Years Experience
Online in Poway, CA California (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Sarah Koerner
Psychologist, PsyD
I am a psychologist who has been working with clients since 2007. We all have times in life where we feel stuck and the way we've always done things isn't working for us anymore. Sometimes those stuck points look like feeling irritated, numb, scared, sad, or not able to turn off our thoughts. I create a supportive space to explore what’s working, and what's not working, in my clients' lives. Sessions with me feel like a real conversation with clinical info and suggestions peppered in. I believe humor and joy are often useful to help shift perspective. My goal is for clients to learn how to live in the present so that they can engage more fully in their lives.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Poway, CA
Online in Poway, CA California
Serving LGBTQ+
Hannah Nyznyk Christian
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #133278
Our mission to provide science-based and research-backed treatment to teens, mothers, adults, couples, and families. Our desire is that, through therapy, you will discover your intrinsic value and worth. We will come alongside you to do the deeper work so that you can live in the world fully restored to your authentic self. Some specialities include Perinatal Mental Health, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Couples therapy and therapy for children and teens. We are here for to help you navigate the big stuff and the small stuff!
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Poway, CA
Online in Poway, CA California
Serving LGBTQ+
Tara McGrath
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
My clients are typically LGBTQIA+ professionals in their 30s and 40s who are struggling with some aspects of relationships or dating, and with their own self-worth, often because of a conservative, religious upbringing. I help people learn to manage anxiety and improve their relationships with others, and we go beyond just scratching the surface. Some of my clients are in the process of coming out for the first time. Many are experiencing the aftermath of religious harm or religious trauma. Many are trans folks in the process of their transition.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Poway, CA
Online in Poway, CA California
Serving LGBTQ+
A Place of Growth
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
At A Place of Growth we have multiple therapists available to work with you to develop the tools you need to grow. We provide therapy to children over 10 ages 0-17, adults, and couples counseling. We provide individual, family, and couples therapy in San Diego.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Poway, CA
Online in Poway, CA California
Serving LGBTQ+
Reid Kessler
Psychologist, PsyD
I’m a psychologist who works with adults, teens, and couples, and I aim to offer therapy that feels grounded, thoughtful, and genuinely human. My style is relational and psychodynamic, which means we pay attention not only to symptoms, but also to the deeper patterns underneath them—how you’ve learned to cope, how relationships have shaped you, and what might be keeping you stuck.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure why the same struggles keep repeating. Together, we’ll slow things down and make sense of what you’re going through, with curiosity and compassion. I try to create a space that feels safe and steady, but also honest and growth-oriented—where you can be fully yourself and gradually build more freedom in how you live and relate.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, or challenges at home or school, therapy can help you feel more clear, confident, and connected. I’d be honored to work with you.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Poway, CA
Online in Poway, CA California
Serving LGBTQ+
Gabriel Lowe
Psychologist, PhD
Life is full of messy tensions. People who are supposed to be the safest let us down. The things we know are good for us can be the most difficult to follow through. At one moment, we feel paralyzed by inaction, and in the next, we can be flooded by thoughts. Sorting through these tensions alone can be scary, frustrating, and exhausting. My goal to provide a non-judgmental and supportive environment to disentangle the complex narrative of your life and find your unique way of thriving. I provide exclusively online therapy in the state of California.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Poway, CA
Online in Poway, CA California
LGBTQ+ therapists in Poway, California Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Poway, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (77%), Trauma and PTSD (64%), and Depression (63%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
60%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 77% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 63% | Depression |
| 53% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 49% | Loss or Grief |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 49% | Stress |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 82% | Women |
| 59% | Men |
| 45% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 42% | Persons with Disabilities |