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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 La Mesa, the suburbs of La Mesa, other nearby places such as Chula Vista, National City, 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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Lauren Matern
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Most of us didn't grow up in perfect families or a perfect culture & it has lasting impacts. In my clients, it often presents as perfectionism which can be an exhausting place to live in every day. Clients feel burnt-out, irritable, lonely & anxious.

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I provide a safe and welcoming environment for clients, where their privacy and time are respected. I offer personalized medication management and therapy to address individual needs and promote mental health growth. My patient-centered approach focuses on overall well-being, not just symptoms. Clients can expect a deeper understanding of their mental health, effective strategies to overcome challenges, and ongoing support to enhance their quality of life.


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I provide a safe and welcoming environment for clients, where their privacy and time are respected. I offer personalized medication management and therapy to address individual needs and promote mental health growth. My patient-centered approach focuses on overall well-being, not just symptoms. Clients can expect a deeper understanding of their mental health, effective strategies to overcome challenges, and ongoing support to enhance their quality of life.

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As a PMHNP-BC, I provide personalized care using medication management and supportive therapy. I prioritize each client's unique needs and circumstances, creating comprehensive care plans for overall mental health improvement. I foster a safe and confidential space, building therapeutic relationships based on open dialogue and trust. My goal is to promote positive mental health outcomes and help clients live healthier, happier lives.

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Rooted in mindfulness, I focus on skill building so a more manageable way of living with life’s complexities is possible. Let's walk the balanced path together between compassionately understanding yourself while acting towards where you want to be!

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reduce stress, ADHD symptoms, depression & anxiety & increase self-esteem & hope, explore ways to manage & cope, & focus on what you want. I'll treat you respectfully without judgment. Find ways to improve your life & be the best version of yourself.

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Social justice, compassion, & inclusivity are important to me. I believe therapy can include humor. Things don't have to get worse before they get better. You can gain hope and start to feel better after your first session. Many of my clients do.

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Chelsea believes in building a therapeutic relationship to work on the client's mental health goals to develop coping skills and regulate emotional and behavioral challenges. She works along with the client to manage mental health issues.

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Chelsea helps patients remove the barriers that are holding them back from achieving their goals and enables them to possess the capacity and confidence to establish relationships that are meaningful, fulfilling, and lasting.

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