LGBTQ Couples Therapy with Estes Therapy in San Diego
Build healthy connections to the people you love
Your identity matters, and so does your mental and emotional health. Our LGBTQIA+ counseling is dedicated to addressing and healing your heart. Take control of your happiness and lead a fulfilling life with our expert queer friendly therapists.
LGBTQ Couples Counseling in San Diego, CA
Do you need a gay therapist? Or maybe a therapist who understands the ins and outs of the LGBT world? We got a few!
Better yet, the company owner is in a same-sex relationship… and attends drag queen story-time with her daughter. So, if you are wondering, ‘Will my therapist get it?’ Trust us… our therapy team really does get it! We take pride in helping individuals grow within themselves and helping couples grow together. We are here to support and guide you through life’s challenges and celebrate with you each success. There are unique obstacles LGBTQIA+ couples and individuals face. We are here for you.
Gay Couples Therapy is Affirmative Couples Therapy
We provide LGBTQ and GSRD (gender, sexual, or relationship diversity) affirmative therapy that embraces a positive view of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Asexual, and Queer identities and relationships. To us, being affirmative therapists means acting as advocates, getting involved, being self-reflective, and creating an affirmative setting both in our therapy office and within our community.
We also understand and address the negative influences that religion, homophobia, transphobia, and heterosexism have on the lives of LGBTQIA and GSRD clients. Wherever you fall on this spectrum, we are here to get you the help that you deserve with compassion and understanding. Whether you are in need of relationship help or individual support, we’ve got your back. We believe all humans are capable and deserving of compassion and understanding. Whether you need help getting your same-sex relationship out of a rut, or want preventative work or premarital counseling, we will provide you with a research-based treatment plan to fit your unique needs.
Ultimately, our gay and lesbian counseling team is here to help you navigate your problems so you can feel happier, healthier, and more accepted.
Need Gender Identity Resources? No Problem! Check out our Transgender, Non-binary, and Gender Identity Resources page.
Coming Out Counseling
You’re not alone in this. Coming out is a big step that often brings a lot of anxiety with it. We provide couples counseling for LGBTQ clients who are coping with learning to live openly – coming out.
If you’re in a relationship and considering coming out, that can present its own set of unique challenges, particularly if one person is out and the other is not. We are experienced at helping gay and lesbian couples adjust to coming out, whether it’s introducing their partner to family, addressing premarital concerns, or trying to build up the confidence to come out together. We are here for you.
LGBT Premarital Couples Counseling
Love is just the beginning. Whether it’s marriage, a domestic partnership, or a commitment ceremony, it’s important to set a happy tone for your future. You wouldn’t set out on a road trip without a map, would you? The same principle applies to the adventure you’re about to start in your relationship. In our LGBT premarital counseling sessions, your therapist will give you the emotional navigation equipment you need to stay connected, improve communication, handle family stress, manage finances, and more.
Considering counseling when you’re so busy and happy may seem odd, but it’s often the most important time to strengthen your bond with each other. Many couples become hyper-focused on the upcoming ceremony and can neglect some of their partner’s needs along the way. Our sessions will focus on bringing you and your partner closer, working as a team, and relaxing and enjoying the planning stages. If you want an even more relaxed atmosphere for your counseling sessions, consider trying telehealth counseling sessions for yourself or for your relationship, from the comfort of your own home!
Check out our LGBT Counseling resources and make sure to schedule your gay lesbian counseling in San Diego, California.
Our Therapy Approach to LGBTQ Relationships
Book an Appointment for LGBTQ Couples Therapy Today
We work with many couples of all marital statuses, genders, and sexualities, as well as monogamous or consensually non-monogamous locally. Our professional help is not just beneficial for married individuals, it can also benefit any couple or co-parents to better your mental health. There are many signs when it’s time to start looking for help so don’t ignore them.
Whether you’re working on yourself or working with your partner, it all starts with a free 10-minute matching appointment with our Care Coordinator.
All the Ways Therapy Helps Yourself and Others
Here you can browse the different ways we help couples and individuals in San Diego county, California. We provide in-person/face-to-face counseling sessions and virtual/telehealth sessions.
Individual Counseling
Couples/Marriage Counseling
Premarital Counseling
LGBTQIA+ Counselng
Military Counseling
Infidelity and Affair Counseling
Child and Teen Counseling
Affordable Counseling
Online Therapy (Telehealth)
Schedule a free 10-minute matching appointment today and start your journey to healing.
Your conversation with our trained matching expert will make sure there is a perfect fit for your therapist and you (and your partner). Click or call to get started
Meet our San Diego Area Relationship Therapists
Think of us as your consultants in recovery. We are the neutral third party that can help you untangle the emotions and figure out what’s really going on.
We want everyone, including children, to walk in our door and get the necessary tools. Our psychotherapy sessions are relaxed, collaborative, and effective for both individuals and couples. We want to hear your story. Each of our licensed marriage and family therapists is dedicated to ensuring you’re in a comfortable space to feel safe and supported when you tell your story. With the help of an Estes therapist in San Diego, you and your partner can heal with empathy and move forward with lasting results. We’re not here to put a band-aid on any different issues. We’re here to get to the root of the issue to facilitate lasting change and success in your goals with couples therapy.
Meet our Founder, Jennine Estes Powell
It’s been nearly 20 years since I first became interested in studying psychotherapy. I began practicing scientific approaches to psychotherapy in 1997, and I have been hooked since then.
I earned my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family psychotherapy in 2004, and am currently licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist MFT (LMFT #47653) with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).
I focus my practice on empirically based and proven research methods such as emotional-focused therapy (EFT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
I’ve seen these techniques consistently get results, and I truly believe they are the most effective at creating positive, long-term change.
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