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Do you need support in understanding, accepting, or navigating your sexual orientation? It can be hard to embrace your identity if you are gay or lesbian, and even harder if you identify as bisexual, pansexual, queer, or otherwise. Sometimes the labels of sexual orientation get in the way of just understanding and listening to yourself.

If you aren’t sure of your sexual orientation or which genders you are attracted to, seeking therapy is a great step to take. Whether you are located in downtown Downey, the suburbs of Downey, other nearby places such as Bellflower, Bell Gardens, 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 Could Benefit from a Therapist for Sexual Orientation

If you’re not sure whether you should seek treatment for sexual orientation issues and identities, we can help. Here are some signs indicating you could use the help of a trained professional:

  • You aren’t sure which genders you are attracted to.
  • You have internal turmoil between what you experience and what you want.
  • You are struggling to accept your sexual orientation.
  • You have experienced, or are currently experiencing, trauma related to your sexual orientation.
  • You need mental or emotional support with regard to your sexual orientation.
  • You don’t feel good about yourself.
  • You want people to know your sexual orientation, but are not sure how to tell them.

As one anonymous contributor shared about therapy and sexual orientation, "Therapy helped me love my queer self for who I am. I learned that I didn’t need to label my sexuality to understand it."

Get Started with Sexual Orientation Therapy Today!

Therapy for sexual orientation can drastically improve your mental health, leading you to become a happier, more confident version of yourself. And Mental Health Match can help you get started by matching you with a quality therapist in your area. Just browse the experts below or use our free therapist matching tool.

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Chanel Halimi
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I will not only help you feel more at peace with the current issue(s) you are struggling with, but I will also help you become the person you dream of being in this world. I offer a free 10-15 minute phone or zoom consultation to prospective clients.


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I will not only help you feel more at peace with the current issue(s) you are struggling with, but I will also help you become the person you dream of being in this world. I offer a free 10-15 minute phone or zoom consultation to prospective clients.

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"The best knowledge you could ever attain is knowing yourself." - Chanel Halimi. I am kind of like a therapist meets life coach. I am active, very present, will make suggestions, and will teach you a lot.

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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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I offer multiple ways to express yourself, especially if you find words to be limiting. It's optional, but I offer art therapy as well as a technique called Brainspotting that can help you access new strengths and insights.

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Develop and expand your coping skills for navigating significant life changes i.e. gender identity; physical, social and emotional transition. relationships, adulting, coming out, trauma recovery, depression/anxiety etc. to help you shine and grow!

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I help clients find the tools they need to thrive. I connect with my clients on a human level and though therapy can bring up difficult things there is a lot of laughter and a sense of hopefulness when clients leave their sessions.

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Together, we'll create strategies to enhance communication, reduce stress, and foster contentment in your life.

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I utilize evidence-based interventions such as: Strength-based therapy, Person-centered therapy, Solution-Focused therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, Family systems theory, and Mindfulness.

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