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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 El Monte, the suburbs of El Monte, other nearby places such as Arcadia, San Gabriel, 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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Sandy Gordon
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help you transcend feelings of shame and embrace self-acceptance. We'll embark on a journey from feeling stuck to feeling confident and like you have a sense of direction and purpose in life via practical tools and holding space for your process.


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help you transcend feelings of shame and embrace self-acceptance. We'll embark on a journey from feeling stuck to feeling confident and like you have a sense of direction and purpose in life via practical tools and holding space for your process.

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collaborative and will always prioritize your preferences, needs, and goals. I utilize approaches that take into account one's mind, body, heart, spirit, and cultural contexts to foster deep change.

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Clients come to me when they are ready to stop the negative cycles and create a relationship they love. It starts with clear communication that helps you see & hear each other. Becoming a better TEAM will help you be better partners.


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Clients come to me when they are ready to stop the negative cycles and create a relationship they love. It starts with clear communication that helps you see & hear each other. Becoming a better TEAM will help you be better partners.

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Most therapists start with the problems... I start with SOLUTIONS! Hundreds of clients have shared that they feel so empowered with the step-by-step exercises for couples to be able to COMMUNICATE in a way that brings them closer.

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Work on overcoming challenges and identify patterns that do not serve you. We will process the difficult experiences or trauma you may have had and learn strategies to cope with and overcome the uncomfortable feelings that may still linger.


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Work on overcoming challenges and identify patterns that do not serve you. We will process the difficult experiences or trauma you may have had and learn strategies to cope with and overcome the uncomfortable feelings that may still linger.

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I use a strengths based approach with the knowledge that each client has the inherent ability to work through challenges with a little support. I see the client-therapist relationship as a collaboration and meet each individual where they are at.

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Explore the specifics of your story to get to the root as to why your mental health is the way it is, find what you need in order to move out of old distressing patterns and into new paths of wellbeing, and nourish your authenticity.


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Explore the specifics of your story to get to the root as to why your mental health is the way it is, find what you need in order to move out of old distressing patterns and into new paths of wellbeing, and nourish your authenticity.

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My approach is LGBTQIA+ affirmative and trauma informed. I see mental health experiences as natural reactions to your environment- your nervous system is reacting this way for a reason, and I will help lead you in an inquiry to figure out why.

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Syed Mehdi
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As a LMFT, I aim to provide a safe space for self-exploration and healing. Together, we'll cultivate mindfulness, understand your patterns and triggers, and address underlying issues contributing to your mental health for a more balanced life.


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As a LMFT, I aim to provide a safe space for self-exploration and healing. Together, we'll cultivate mindfulness, understand your patterns and triggers, and address underlying issues contributing to your mental health for a more balanced life.

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I use a mix of techniques like ACT, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and more. My approach is centered on your needs, focusing on your strengths and solutions, while also addressing any trauma.

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