Transgender Therapists in Abilene, TX
Christopher Lemaire
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79697
I have a passion for working with youth who are navigating trauma, anxiety, identity, substance use, and other mental health issues. I'm specifically honored to serve LGBTQiA+ folks as a proud member of the queer community myself. I love helping anyone tap into their autonomy, self-love, find their strengths, and accomplish their goals. I practice harm reduction, which helps people determine how to do what they want to do (whether that be coming out as transgender or non-binary, building community, sexual exploration, drug use, etc.) to their own level of comfort and safety at their own pace.
I have a passion for working with youth who are navigating trauma, anxiety, identity, substance use, and other mental health issues. I'm specifically honored to serve LGBTQiA+ folks as a proud member of the queer community myself. I love helping anyone tap into their autonomy, self-love, find their strengths, and accomplish their goals. I practice harm reduction, which helps people determine how to do what they want to do (whether that be coming out as transgender or non-binary, building community, sexual exploration, drug use, etc.) to their own level of comfort and safety at their own pace.
Annie LeMasters
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79605 (Online Only)
I am LGBT+ affirming & have an interest in working with queer, transgender, & nonbinary clients.
Are you a young adult or adolescent trying to figure out who you are and/or who you want to be? Do life’s challenges seem to be getting in the way of reaching your full potential? If you are experiencing discomfort or confusion as you navigate "adulting", or you are struggling with self-esteem, body image, anxiety, or depression, I am here to help!
I am LGBT+ affirming & have an interest in working with queer, transgender, & nonbinary clients.
Are you a young adult or adolescent trying to figure out who you are and/or who you want to be? Do life’s challenges seem to be getting in the way of reaching your full potential? If you are experiencing discomfort or confusion as you navigate "adulting", or you are struggling with self-esteem, body image, anxiety, or depression, I am here to help!
Michelle Overman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
Abilene, TX 79602 (Online Only)
I can work with athletic teams on team building and performance related concerns. I can expand these topics beyond the world of sports for places including businesses and schools as well as for high risk occupations such as military personnel, firefighters, and police officers. I also work with young adult issues including depression, anxiety, and trauma (particularly related to past sexual assault). I also enjoy working with couples, families with teenagers, and LGBT individuals.
I can work with athletic teams on team building and performance related concerns. I can expand these topics beyond the world of sports for places including businesses and schools as well as for high risk occupations such as military personnel, firefighters, and police officers. I also work with young adult issues including depression, anxiety, and trauma (particularly related to past sexual assault). I also enjoy working with couples, families with teenagers, and LGBT individuals.
Debbie Bowen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79605
Life is about change and growth. I believe our ability to connect with self allows for deeper connection with the important people in one's life.
Life is about change and growth. I believe our ability to connect with self allows for deeper connection with the important people in one's life.
Michelle Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79606 (Online Only)
Are you struggling through an issue and are serious about making significant improvements through hard work? Life sometimes throws us unexpected curveballs that can have an undesirable effect on mood, relationships, employment, and overall health. It is normal to sometimes need a little support to help us navigate through these situations that leave us feeling overwhelmed or helpless, and it is my mission to help you achieve a positive outcome by providing such support. Let's work diligently together and make your goals a reality.
Are you struggling through an issue and are serious about making significant improvements through hard work? Life sometimes throws us unexpected curveballs that can have an undesirable effect on mood, relationships, employment, and overall health. It is normal to sometimes need a little support to help us navigate through these situations that leave us feeling overwhelmed or helpless, and it is my mission to help you achieve a positive outcome by providing such support. Let's work diligently together and make your goals a reality.
Melissa Holmans
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCDC, CART, CCTP, SPARC
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79605
Let's Connect!!! The opposite of addiction is CONNECTION! I believe in helping others through a holistic and integrative approach. My motto is... "if you can "name-it, claim-it, you can feel-it, heal-it!" Recovery does not have to be intimidating, shaming or boring! With me there is a guarantee that I will hold space for you to unwind and be yourself. If you are not sure who that is, we will have fun exploring and creating endless possibilities together! Are you ready to change your story?
Let's Connect!!! The opposite of addiction is CONNECTION! I believe in helping others through a holistic and integrative approach. My motto is... "if you can "name-it, claim-it, you can feel-it, heal-it!" Recovery does not have to be intimidating, shaming or boring! With me there is a guarantee that I will hold space for you to unwind and be yourself. If you are not sure who that is, we will have fun exploring and creating endless possibilities together! Are you ready to change your story?
Brandy Chalmers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79606 (Online Only)
You may be struggling with anxiety, relationships, self esteem issues, feeling stressed or overwhelmed. My clients come to therapy because they are experiencing some or all of these challenges and are looking to feel better. Therapy can bring a different perspective to the difficulties you are experiencing and can provide you with the direction and confidence to achieve your goals, live in accordance to your values, and feel better. You are not alone and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I would like to help.
You may be struggling with anxiety, relationships, self esteem issues, feeling stressed or overwhelmed. My clients come to therapy because they are experiencing some or all of these challenges and are looking to feel better. Therapy can bring a different perspective to the difficulties you are experiencing and can provide you with the direction and confidence to achieve your goals, live in accordance to your values, and feel better. You are not alone and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I would like to help.
Jenn McCarthy-Blundin Prichard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79601
Welcome! My name is Jenn Prichard and I am a Marriage & Family Therapist Associate. I enjoy working with a variety of topics including grief, depression, and anxiety. I hold a heartfelt interest in working with a variety of marginalized populations including the LGBTQ+ community. I also have a passion for working with adult adoptees, recognizing the significance of their journey in navigating identity, attachment, and belonging. My goal is to accompany adoptees as they explore their feelings and experiences, offering support and guidance throughout the process.
Welcome! My name is Jenn Prichard and I am a Marriage & Family Therapist Associate. I enjoy working with a variety of topics including grief, depression, and anxiety. I hold a heartfelt interest in working with a variety of marginalized populations including the LGBTQ+ community. I also have a passion for working with adult adoptees, recognizing the significance of their journey in navigating identity, attachment, and belonging. My goal is to accompany adoptees as they explore their feelings and experiences, offering support and guidance throughout the process.
Dishawn Adams
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, LPC-A, QMHP, MS
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79606 (Online Only)
Being an amazing black female therapist means embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. It means acknowledging the unique struggles that marginalized communities face and actively working to provide support, understanding, and healing. It means using my platform to advocate for equality, justice, and mental health awareness. My goal is to break down barriers and stigmas surrounding mental health within the black community and to provide accessible and culturally sensitive care.
Being an amazing black female therapist means embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. It means acknowledging the unique struggles that marginalized communities face and actively working to provide support, understanding, and healing. It means using my platform to advocate for equality, justice, and mental health awareness. My goal is to break down barriers and stigmas surrounding mental health within the black community and to provide accessible and culturally sensitive care.
Roy Benjamin Morrison
Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79603
I am here to guide you through life's challenges, providing a safe and empathetic space for healing and personal growth. With 10+ years of experience and a deep commitment to your well-being, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's complexities, offering evidence-based strategies to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and more. Whether you're seeking individual or couples counseling, I am ready to collaborate with you on your journey towards positive change and mental wellness.
I am here to guide you through life's challenges, providing a safe and empathetic space for healing and personal growth. With 10+ years of experience and a deep commitment to your well-being, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's complexities, offering evidence-based strategies to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and more. Whether you're seeking individual or couples counseling, I am ready to collaborate with you on your journey towards positive change and mental wellness.
Lori Lara
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79605
I believe everyone deserves love and a sense of wholeness, and I work actively with clients to resolve core issues that may be holding them back from a healthier and happier life. Wellness is about finding contentment and healthy alternatives to current harmful thinking and behaviors. Perfection will never be an option--we are human after all--but improvement comes through community and healthier choices. I am here to help guide you into the new version of you.
I believe everyone deserves love and a sense of wholeness, and I work actively with clients to resolve core issues that may be holding them back from a healthier and happier life. Wellness is about finding contentment and healthy alternatives to current harmful thinking and behaviors. Perfection will never be an option--we are human after all--but improvement comes through community and healthier choices. I am here to help guide you into the new version of you.
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Demi Lorey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79603
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to make therapy a safe place for people to come as they are and have the freedom to work through struggles openly without fear of judgement.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to make therapy a safe place for people to come as they are and have the freedom to work through struggles openly without fear of judgement.
Abilene Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79602
Working with you, my focus is on how you feel about your life and what would help you reach your goals in life - either individually or in a relationship. Your point of view, your values and your beliefs are what is important and what the focus should be. I want you to be comfortable in my space, and even have my dog, Mo, join us if you would like. This is your time to process life and think about what would work best for you and how you can achieve those goals.
Working with you, my focus is on how you feel about your life and what would help you reach your goals in life - either individually or in a relationship. Your point of view, your values and your beliefs are what is important and what the focus should be. I want you to be comfortable in my space, and even have my dog, Mo, join us if you would like. This is your time to process life and think about what would work best for you and how you can achieve those goals.
Dr. Meka Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79605
I believe we all have innate strengths and abilities which allow us to navigate life's inevitable events. It is my passion and mission to walk along side of you as we discover and enhance your strengths and move past depression, low self-worth, trauma, anxiety, addiction or a combination of weights holding you back. It is my role to provide you with a safe space to share your story and work with you to find the connections between your past, present and your desires for your future. Please note: I recently relocated from Phoenix, Arizona. I will be meeting with clients virtually as I work get acclimated to Abilene.
I believe we all have innate strengths and abilities which allow us to navigate life's inevitable events. It is my passion and mission to walk along side of you as we discover and enhance your strengths and move past depression, low self-worth, trauma, anxiety, addiction or a combination of weights holding you back. It is my role to provide you with a safe space to share your story and work with you to find the connections between your past, present and your desires for your future. Please note: I recently relocated from Phoenix, Arizona. I will be meeting with clients virtually as I work get acclimated to Abilene.
Kristen Pitzer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PLLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79602
Taking the first step into therapy can bring upon many different thoughts and emotions. I understand this which is why I believe a genuine trust and relationship with your therapist can bring healing and peace. Whether you are faced with something that occurred 2 days ago or 20 years ago, allow me to provide you with a safe place to share your struggles, your stories and your strengths.
Taking the first step into therapy can bring upon many different thoughts and emotions. I understand this which is why I believe a genuine trust and relationship with your therapist can bring healing and peace. Whether you are faced with something that occurred 2 days ago or 20 years ago, allow me to provide you with a safe place to share your struggles, your stories and your strengths.
Karmen Adkins Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, CDWF
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79602
Karmen specializes in working with PTSD, Anxiety and Life Transitions. Karmen uses EMDR Therapy in combination with shame resiliency techniques influenced by Dr. Brené Brown to help you become the person you want to be.
Karmen specializes in working with PTSD, Anxiety and Life Transitions. Karmen uses EMDR Therapy in combination with shame resiliency techniques influenced by Dr. Brené Brown to help you become the person you want to be.
Josefina Sierra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79605
Are you trying to regain control and self-confidence in your life? Do parts of your life feel difficult to open up about? Are there aspects of your life that you would like to improve, process, and/or find healing in? Seeking therapy can be an incredibly vulnerable and scary decision, which is why it is important for me to create a space for my clients to be their most authentic self. I strive to ensure trust and support is at the root of all sessions. Healing is a unique process for everyone, I work to find what healing can look like for you.
Are you trying to regain control and self-confidence in your life? Do parts of your life feel difficult to open up about? Are there aspects of your life that you would like to improve, process, and/or find healing in? Seeking therapy can be an incredibly vulnerable and scary decision, which is why it is important for me to create a space for my clients to be their most authentic self. I strive to ensure trust and support is at the root of all sessions. Healing is a unique process for everyone, I work to find what healing can look like for you.
Emilee Hammond
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abilene, TX 79606
During times of transition it is hard to keep moving or even hold your ground. There are times you might feel alone or lost. Worries may come and keep you up at night or lead you to places you never thought you could go. If you are facing these moments of uncertainty and hopelessness, know that there is hope. Throughout counseling I cannot promise less heartache, pain, and loss. I can promise to sit with you throughout your journey and together find ways to provide hope for the future.
During times of transition it is hard to keep moving or even hold your ground. There are times you might feel alone or lost. Worries may come and keep you up at night or lead you to places you never thought you could go. If you are facing these moments of uncertainty and hopelessness, know that there is hope. Throughout counseling I cannot promise less heartache, pain, and loss. I can promise to sit with you throughout your journey and together find ways to provide hope for the future.
DeeDee Shoubaki
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79605 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Delelah, but you can call me DeeDee. I have spent my career working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working with those who struggle with anger, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and trauma. My goal is to help others in creating their own sense of healthy emotional expression, improve communication skills, strengthen conflict management, and to empower clients to create the best version of themselves and build the life they want.
Hello, my name is Delelah, but you can call me DeeDee. I have spent my career working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working with those who struggle with anger, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and trauma. My goal is to help others in creating their own sense of healthy emotional expression, improve communication skills, strengthen conflict management, and to empower clients to create the best version of themselves and build the life they want.
Jason Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79601
Change is courageous. Change requires authentic engagement with honesty, responsibility & accountability. Change also requires empathy, support & compassion. These characteristics embody Jason’s professional philosophy. His approach includes direct feedback, polite and assertive insights with considerate & practical recommendations. He collaborates with clients while teaching new skills & promoting positive actionable change. Jason is an active listener who is respectful, insightful & non-judgemental. He is pragmatic, sensible & realistic. He combines evidence-based practice with purpose-driven compassion & integrity.
Change is courageous. Change requires authentic engagement with honesty, responsibility & accountability. Change also requires empathy, support & compassion. These characteristics embody Jason’s professional philosophy. His approach includes direct feedback, polite and assertive insights with considerate & practical recommendations. He collaborates with clients while teaching new skills & promoting positive actionable change. Jason is an active listener who is respectful, insightful & non-judgemental. He is pragmatic, sensible & realistic. He combines evidence-based practice with purpose-driven compassion & integrity.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.