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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 San Francisco, Bayview, Chinatown, Civic Center, or even Fishermans Wharf, 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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Begin to process how the intersectionality of one’s identity impacts them.

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I utilize a strengths-based approach and help clients process how the intersectionality of one’s identity impacts them. I use a humanistic and client-centered approach in building a therapeutic alliance.

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I can hold and support, without judgement, the things client bring into treatment, including topics folks often find difficult to discuss, like sex and sexuality, race and ethnicity, and gender.


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I can hold and support, without judgement, the things client bring into treatment, including topics folks often find difficult to discuss, like sex and sexuality, race and ethnicity, and gender.

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I consider therapy to be a collaborative experience between me and clients, but you can always expect me to: hold space, validate, challenge, and come along side you as you're navigating the numerous challenges that we can experience in our lives.

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I will listen to your ideas. I then help you prioritize your goals and shape them into SMART goals which can be measured over time.


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I will listen to your ideas. I then help you prioritize your goals and shape them into SMART goals which can be measured over time.

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My approach stems from both Cognitive Behavior Therapy as well as Existential theory. I believe how we communicate with ourselves, and others, changes the perspective we hold and are seen through.

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Explore your relationship history, family history, coping strategies, and core beliefs to guide the process of healing, growth, and empowerment. We will work toward letting go of unrealistic expectations and recovering from unhealthy relationships.

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I am a person centered therapist, which means I believe in the autonomy of each of my clients. You are the expert of your life, and my job is to support you in accessing your most desired self. This requires self-exploration and dedication to change.

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I can relate to your feelings of confusion, anxiety, fear and weariness. You can expect from me a nonjudgmental relationship allowing for a catalyst towards awareness and self-discovery where “unlearning” and healing can occur.


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I can relate to your feelings of confusion, anxiety, fear and weariness. You can expect from me a nonjudgmental relationship allowing for a catalyst towards awareness and self-discovery where “unlearning” and healing can occur.

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I’m psychodynamically inclined with cognitive-behavioral applications. I believe You are the expert and support your journey to unravel unconscious beliefs and adaptive behaviors that create conflicting forces between security and growth.

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