find healing in your affirming journey

LGBTQIA+ and Gender Affirming Therapy in San Diego

and online throughout California and Florida

You’re tired of constantly feeling like you don’t fit in.

It’s like you can never truly express your authentic self, always having to hide parts of who you are or who you love.

It’s exhausting to constantly navigate a world that doesn’t fully understand or accept you. You may feel like you’re always on edge, anticipating judgment or rejection. This ongoing stress can take a toll on your mental and emotional well-being, leaving you feeling isolated and anxious. Additionally, these challenges can strain your romantic and family relationships, making it difficult to connect with loved ones and feel truly supported.

If you’re a romantic partner or family member of someone facing these challenges, it’s natural to feel confused, worried, or unsure of how to best offer support. Affirming Journeys Family Counseling provides a safer and affirming space for adolescents and adults. The aim is to foster understanding, communication, and acceptance within relationships. By working together, connections can be strengthened, complex dynamics can be navigated, and each person can feel heard and supported.

Sound like you?

Struggling with the complexities of life and feeling overwhelmed by constant challenges?

Tired of feeling like you’re never truly understood or supported?

Ready to stop hiding parts of yourself?

Wishing that you could live more authentically?

Here’s what we’ll do together

Therapy can help you gain clarity, healing, and empowerment.

In our sessions, we’ll work to collaboratively to address the challenges you’re facing and create a path towards a more fulfilling life. Therapy provides a safer space to explore your thoughts and emotions, understand your experiences, and develop effective coping strategies. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship or identity-related issues, the goal is to support you in finding healing and growth.

We’ll focus on building resilience and fostering self-acceptance, allowing you to navigate life’s complexities with confidence. By exploring and affirming your unique identity, you’ll gain the strength to face challenges and embrace opportunities for personal growth.

Additionally, therapy can enhance your relationships, helping you communicate more effectively, set healthy boundaries, and deepen your connections with loved ones. Together, we’ll work towards creating a life that aligns with your true self, providing the support and tools you need to thrive.

Through evidence-based techniques and a personalized approach, you’ll develop skills to manage stress, improve emotional regulation, and cultivate a more positive outlook on life. This journey is about empowering you to take control of your mental health and build a life that reflects your values and aspirations.

At the end of the day, I want you to know:

Past experiences don’t have to define your future. Therapy can help you overcome challenges and create a more fulfilling life. You can move forward with confidence and resilience.

What we’ll work on

Imagine a life where…

  • Your relationships feel fulfilling and supportive.

  • Work doesn’t feel overwhelming and stressful.

  • You’re connected to yourself and your true identity.

  • Your past no longer holds you back.

  • You wake up feeling hopeful and energized.

  • You have the tools to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.

Change is possible.

Change is possible.

Questions?

FAQs

  • Affirming therapy is a therapeutic approach that actively supports and validates LGBTQIA+ identities. it involves creating a safe and inclusive space where clients can explore their gender identity, sexual orientation, and related issues without fear of judgment. The therapist is knowledgeable and respectful of LGBTQIA+ issues, tailors therapy to affirm the client's experiences and challenges, and also recognizes that the reason for seeking therapy may or may not have to do with their identities.

  • Gender affirming therapy is a therapeutic stance that respects and supports a person's gender identity. It focuses on providing a safer, validating, and affirming space for individuals to explore their gender, address any related challenges, and work towards a positive self-concept.

  • A gender affirming therapist is trained to support individuals exploring their gender identity (and their loved ones) and provides specialized care that respects and supports diverse gender identities. They use inclusive language, understand complexities related to gender dysphoria, transitioning, and the societal challenges faced by gender diverse folx. You can expect a non-judgmental, supportive environment and a therapist who is knowledgeable about gender affirming care and can help clients access medical and social resources if needed.

  • Yes. We have lived experience and specialized training in working with LGBTQIA+ clients. We understand the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community and navigating relationships within this context. This expertise ensures that the therapy provided is relevant and supportive.

  • Affirming therapy helps LGBTQIA+ individuals and their loved ones navigate challenges related to identity, relationships, and mental health. It provides support for issues such as coming out, discrimination, relationship dynamics, and internalized stigma. By affirming the client's identity, the therapy fosters self-acceptance and resilience and helps clients build stronger, healthier relationships by fostering a deeper understanding of their identities and experiences.

  • Creating a safe and inclusive environment involves using inclusive language, being aware of issues related to gender identity and sexual orientation, and respecting each client's unique identity(ies). Our practice involves ongoing education on gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity topics, and we strive to provide an environment where clients and their loved ones feel seen, heard, and respected.

  • Confidentiality is a top priority in our practice. We understand the sensitive nature of LGBTQIA+ issues and take special care to respect the privacy of clients who may not be out. We also work with clients to address any concerns about disclosure in a safe and supportive manner.

    There are a few exceptions related to safety concerns, which will be discussed in the initial consultation.

  • In the first session, we'll discuss your concerns, goals, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. It's an opportunity to get to know each other and start developing a personalized plan tailored to your needs.

  • Yes, online therapy sessions are available for clients throughout California and Florida. This allows for flexible scheduling and access to therapy from the comfort of your own home.

  • The length of therapy varies depending on individual needs and goals. Some people may benefit from short-term therapy, while others may engage in longer-term sessions to address deeper issues.

  • It's common to start therapy without clear goals. Together, we'll explore your concerns and work collaboratively to identify and develop your therapy goals as the sessions progress.