LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Santa Clara, CA
Browse LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Santa Clara, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
LGBTQ+
Misty Johnson
Counselor/Therapist, LCSW
I am a member of, and have working with, the LGBTQAII community for over a decade.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Clara, CA
Online in Santa Clara, CA
LGBTQ+
Alexis Hollingsworth
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I have worked with many clients struggling with their gender and sexual identities, often riddled with fear about what it would mean to explore this side of themselves. Together we can explore the many challenges you may be facing when it comes to either your gender, sexuality, or both and how we can help you to live a more authentic life for you.
4 Years Experience
Online in Santa Clara, CA (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
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 Santa Clara, CA (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Russell Wilkie
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
Most LGBTQIA+ people have been subjected to ignorant and hurtful opinions – or worse, downright abuse. I have been bullied myself, so I have a passion for helping people work through this kind of trauma. The judgement, discrimination, rejection, or outright aggression can be crushing. Having a person deeply understand this and give you solutions can be extremely helpful and soothing. In addition to these and many other unique issues, you likely also have everyday issues in relationships, or depression or anxiety and I’m hear to help with those too.
34 Years Experience
Online in Santa Clara, CA (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Hailey Williford
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
As a queer person myself, I seek to support my LQBTQ+ clients through a variety of topics including but not limited to: religious trauma, exploring gender/sexuality, queer relationship dynamics, chosen family/community building, communication (or ending communication) with family, etc
3 Years Experience
Online in Santa Clara, CA (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Amanda Hagos, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PPSC
We have clinicians that are eager to work with LGBTQ+ children, youth and adults.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Clara, CA
Online in Santa Clara, CA
LGBTQ+
Elena Duong
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Acceptance and kindness is incredibly important in LGBTQIA+ spaces. For many, these spaces are a refuge from judgment, where people can show up as their full selves without fear. Practicing acceptance means honoring diverse identities and experiences, even when they differ from our own. Kindness ensures this acceptance is felt, not just stated—through listening, respect, and support. Together, they create environments where individuals can heal, grow, and build genuine connection.
12 Years Experience
Online in Santa Clara, CA (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Jennifer Canu
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I offer a safe, affirming environment for all orientations and gender identities. As a family member and friend to many who identify as LGBTQI+, I am a strong ally to you and your community. Whether you are seeking support in coming out, exploring your identity, or are established in your identity, I am here to support and affirm you and your personal goals for therapy.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Clara, CA
Online in Santa Clara, CA
LGBTQ+
Laurie Moore
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD, IFS, Certified Hypnotherapist, EMDR, Cyclical Pain Repatterning, Somatic, Expressive Arts
Navigating through life can feel isolating or sad when our own way of being and living is not embraced. Receive compassionate understanding and support with your experiences and navigations is important and urgent.
27 Years Experience
Online in Santa Clara, CA (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Jeremi R McManus
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
I have supported hundreds of couples over the past 15+ years who are LGBT or navigating a partner coming out, and look forward to helping you get your relationship where you want it to be. Poor communication? Broken trust? Endless arguments? I look forward to hearing from you.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Clara, CA
Online in Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara is at the heart of Silicon Valley, home to the global headquarters of major technology companies and a dense ecosystem of tech employers whose high-performance culture creates the well-documented mental health challenges of the sector—burnout, imposter syndrome, and the chronic stress of working at the frontier of global competition. The city is exceptionally diverse, with large South Asian and East Asian communities representing a significant proportion of the workforce, and the cultural dimensions of mental health stigma and help-seeking within these communities shape how therapy is accessed. Santa Clara University's Jesuit tradition contributes a values-oriented approach to student well-being, and the university's counseling center serves its student population. Common therapy concerns include tech industry burnout, anxiety, bicultural identity and acculturation stress, relationship difficulties, and the financial pressure of one of the most expensive housing markets in the country.
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Santa Clara, CA Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Santa Clara, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (60%), Psychodynamic Therapy (45%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 60% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 34% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 64% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 55% | Teen |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 76% | LGBTQ+ |
| 67% | Women |
| 42% | Men |
| 30% | Black / African American |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |