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Gender identity can be a complicated issue to understand, especially when you feel like you are a different gender than the one assigned to you at birth. No matter if you feel like you are transgender, nonbinary, or gender fluid, the right support can help you gain clarity and feel more confident in who you are and how you express your gender identity.

Whether you are located in downtown Cerritos, the suburbs of Cerritos, other nearby places such as Buena Park, Bellflower, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs You Can Benefit from Therapy for Gender Identity

It can be difficult to decide whether you need professional help to understand and embrace your gender identity.

Here are some signs a therapist can help you:

  • You’re unsure of your gender identity.
  • You get uneasy or anxious when asked for pronouns.
  • You have symptoms of Gender Dysphoria, such as fantasizing about being another gender or feeling profound discomfort or disgust with your own anatomy.
  • You feel hopeless for being able to live as your authentic self.
  • You feel ready to transition genders but don’t know where to start.
  • You have conflict with friends or family who don’t respect your gender identity.

If any of the above describe you, it’s time to consider therapy. A good gender identity therapist won’t try to change who you are; rather, they will help you explore and embrace who you are.

If you’re interested in reading further, check out our Guide to Mental Health Care for People Who Are Transgender by Dr. ks Stanley.

Find Gender Identity Counseling and Therapy Today!

Left untreated, gender identity conflicts can have negative effects on your mental health. Gender dysphoria or Gender Identity Disorder can lead to depression and even physical harm in severe cases - so, the time to seek treatment is now. And Mental Health Match can help by matching you with a gender identity therapist near you. Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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I work with what is presented to me from each client, and work with the client to develop treatment based on their needs, history and current goals. I consider it important that every client of mine feel heard, safe and supported.

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The way we relate to ourselves is key to our well-being. Harsh self-criticism can lead to depression, self-loathing, and can make it harder to achieve our goals. I help clients shift their negative inner voice and develop greater self-acceptance.


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The way we relate to ourselves is key to our well-being. Harsh self-criticism can lead to depression, self-loathing, and can make it harder to achieve our goals. I help clients shift their negative inner voice and develop greater self-acceptance.

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I specialize in supporting individuals who struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, low self-esteem and depression. I help clients in breaking negative cycles, letting go of limiting beliefs so they can be free to live the life they want.

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I use evidence-based tools like IFS, CBT, EMDR, somatic/mindfulness to promote self-growth by gaining insights both mentally and physically, creating a strong mind-body connection to rewrite unhelpful narratives.

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We will experiment with new and helpful ways to respond to painful emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations. These new approaches can free you up to reconnect with what matters in your life, and build more fulfillment and meaning.

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I value compassion, collaboration, contribution, and genuineness. I show up, remain active, and don’t take this work lightly. With care and understanding, I invite you to “dig in,” make change, and experiment with new ways of living.

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What your narratives say about you, what they keep you from seeing clearly, and how can they work for/not against you. To survive in this world, we also must also be aware of the tales of our culture and how others take you in.


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What your narratives say about you, what they keep you from seeing clearly, and how can they work for/not against you. To survive in this world, we also must also be aware of the tales of our culture and how others take you in.

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I’m a Narrative Conductor, making harmonious my clients’ understandings of the world & their internal understandings of themselves. Narratives are the means by which we formulate understanding about ourselves and our world. What are your narratives?

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