Gender affirmative therapy in California
"Telling Our Stories Is A Revolutionary Act." — Janet Mock
We are a team of highly trained LGBTQ and Gender Affirmative Counselors
We provide kind, compassionate and affirming therapy
Online therapy for LGBTQ Individuals, Couples & Group Therapy In California
“WHEN YOU BECOME THE IMAGE OF YOUR OWN IMAGINATION, IT’S THE MOST POWERFUL THING YOU COULD EVER DO.” -RU PAUL
You deserve affirmative care from clinicians with lived experience and training in affirmative practices. We strive to provide a safe space for you to explore your mental, emotional, social, and physical needs - whether they relate to your gender or not.
While every single experience is different, here are some of the common issues that impact the trans community:
Transphobia and erasure
Feeling ostracized, rejected, or misunderstood by their families and communities
Religious trauma and toxic spirituality
Hate crimes, discrimination, and bullying
Sense of isolation and loneliness
Depression
Anxiety
Self-harm and/or suicidality
Exploring your gender can present some pretty unique challenges - challenges that your friends or family may not get- which really sucks. If you’re feeling alone, lost, and overwhelmed, we’ve got you.
Whether you’re coming to terms with your identity, preparing for gender-affirming surgery, processing internalized transphobia, or struggling with gender dysphoria, a gender-affirming therapist will hold space for all of your feelings. At the same time, holding equal space for the feelings of pure euphoria and love that come with finding and expressing your most authentic self.
Empower also has individual and group support for family members and partners who want to understand your journey and learn how to best love and support you along the way.
Need a gender-affirmative surgery letter?
Empower Marriage and Family Therapy offers this service, which you can read about by clicking here. We provide free consultation and gender-affirming surgery letters through The Gender Affirming Letter Access Project, a nationwide network of clinicians who offer sessions and letters at no cost.
You are not alone.
Our counseling helps you on this journey to navigate these complex emotions and experiences.
Working with a therapist who specializes in LGBTQ+ issues means partnering with someone who truly understands the adversities you're facing.
We help you to build resilience against societal prejudices, aid in self-acceptance, grow and maintain healthy relationships with people who accept you, and even strategies for handling the complexities of coming out.
In this journey, you are not alone - and with therapy, you don't have to face your challenges alone.
The therapeutic journey can be profound.
Imagine waking up each day feeling more comfortable in your own skin, fear and confusion replaced with confidence and clarity.
You get a true sense of self-assuredness, confident in your ability to tackle challenges.
Your relationships improve as you start to believe in your self worth.
This is what life after therapy can look like - a life where you don't just survive, but truly thrive.
The challenges you're facing may seem daunting, but with therapy, they can be navigated and even overcome.
We invite you to embark on this transformative journey today.
Your future self - happier, healthier, more authentic - is waiting for you.
Empower Therapy is here to help.
We specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ community
Click the button below to schedule a free 15m consultation call with our team and get started on your journey.
Welcome To Empower Therapy
We know it takes a lot of courage to reach out. You might be battling resistance, or even doubt.
But the reality is you deserve a space for you, and we can provide it.
Our goal isn’t just to simply get you “back to normal”, but to help you grow even further.
To truly help you experience life differently.
Why should you choose to work with us?
Our team is made up of LGBTQ+ and LGBTQ+ Friendly Counselors, who can help with guiding you through uncertain times. We provide affirming therapy so you can know you’re working with the right therapists.
We offer both individual therapy, group therapy, and couples counseling so you can have all kinds of support
We don’t carry waitlists, so you can get access to therapy quickly!
When you work with a small group practice like ours, you’re working with real people who have personal care and support for what you’re going through, and we’re able to match you with the therapist that’s right for you!
Challenges We Can Help With
Anxiety
Work Stress
Trauma
PTSD
Affirming Therapy
Phobias & Fears
Self worth
Lgbtq Couples
Sleep Issues
Relationship Issues
Constant Thoughts
Depression
FAQ
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We offer various price points based on provider and service from $175 - $225 per session.
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We do participate with insurance however we are considered an Out-Of-Network provider. What that means is that if your insurance plan has out of network benefits, then you may be able to use your insurance while working with us.
We are partnered with Mentaya, an innovative platform that automates claim submissions to your insurer for each therapy session. This service allows you to access your out-of-network benefits with minimal effort, potentially reimbursing you for 30–90% of therapy costs once your deductible is met.
If you would like to check whether your insurance plan has Out-Of-Network benefits, then please reach out to us here https://www.empowertherapyandcoaching.com/book-an-appointment .
We're here to guide you through understanding and accessing your out-of-network benefits.
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Such a reasonable question to ask, and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this one. Everyone’s journey with personal therapy is unique to them - and the work moves at its own pace. You and your therapist will discuss during your first appointment and determine how long and how often you will meet.
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At Empower Therapy and Coaching, we provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for your healing journey. We will work side by side to understand the root cause of your concerns and heal so that you can move forward with your life.
Our wish is that you feel both free and held in our non-judgmental, safe, inclusive, and accepting space so that you can share and process things that you may have never shared before.
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Book a consultation with us below! On a free, 15-minute consultation call, we will ask you a few questions and fit you with the best therapist to suit your needs. There will also be time for you to ask questions and get more information about therapy.
Why Choose Online Therapy
No Travel Required
You can do therapy from the comfort of your home, bed, or car (just no driving!)
Confidential & Private
You don’t need to see anyone in a waiting room. Just open your laptop or phone from the comfort of wherever you are
Just As Effective
Virtual therapy has been found to be just as effective as traditional in-person therapy
how to get started
Step 1
Get In Touch
Simply click below to schedule a FREE 15 minute consultation call with us.
Step 2
Free Consultation
Pick a time that works for you! We'll reach out, learn more about your needs, and match you with the right therapist for you.
Step 3
Feel Better
Attend your first session. We'll be with you every step of then way!