LGBT Issues therapists in Thermalito, California CA
LGBT Issues
Ana Velouise, Perinatal Mental Health Specialist
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
The route to parenthood for LGBTQ+ families is layered and complex. Whether you are choosing to receive fertility treatment, have a surrogate, foster, or adopt, building a family as a queer person requires intention, resources, and targeted information.
In addition to the stress and bias that comes with engaging with heteronormative medical and legal systems, you may be navigating changes to your identity and relationships. I’m here to validate your concerns and experiences, collaborate with you to develop new coping skills, and notice the joys that come with expanding your love to include children.
2 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Heather Marriatori
Psychologist, PhD
Although your sexual or romantic orientation or gender identity may not be a source of distress, many find that the social stigma of living as a minority is a source of stress or anxiety. When seeking therapy, finding a qualified mental health professional who has experience and familiarity with the challenges members of the LGBTQIA community often face can be critical to successful therapy outcomes. You don't need to go it alone. Drop me a line and let's discuss how can work together to give you the meaningful life you deserve.
11 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Shelley M. Samuels
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor #6947 (CA), TLHT #494 (FL)
I identify as queer and have experience in predominantly queer settings, like the Pacific Center in Berkeley where I worked a s a therapist. I work with clients on coming out, queer aging and queer relationship issues. I have completed consultation work focusing on gender issues, and work with folks at different stages of gender transitions.
14 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Chad Cryder
Psychologist, PhD
As a gay male, I understand the struggle, the feelings of isolation, and shame that can arise from coming to terms with our gender and sexual minority status. However, it is from our experiences where we find our strength and growth. You are not alone, and no matter where you fall within the LGBTQI+ community, I believe in your inherent greatness and want to help you believe it.
9 Years Experience
LGBT Issues
Quinn Knox
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT, Trauma-Informed
Understanding your identity against the backdrop of often challenging circumstances or culture is my approach in dealing with LGBT issues. My goal is to help empower you to become the person you wish to be and explore conflicts or barriers that are restricting you from reaching your goals.
3 Years Experience