Seeking an LGBT-Friendly Therapist

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  • Therapist for older lesbian

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    Aug 21, 2021

    Our neighbor, a 95 year old lesbian, would really like a therapist who she can talk to about current anxieties. She’s been close to our own gay family, and relates so well to our son, but COVID has really got her down and she’s taking stock. Any ideas for someone who understands what it’s like to be an old and somewhat closeted woman in this era? Medicare is a plus, but not absolutely necessary. Thank you.

    Aug 21, 2021

    If you haven't already, please reach out to the Pacific Center for Spiritual Growth (usually just called the Pacific Center). It is a long-standing LGBTQ+ mental health service center in Berkeley. I'm pretty sure all their support is over Zoom right now, but if I recall correctly, pre-COVID there was an older lesbian support group, which maybe is still functioning online. Best wishes finding support for your friend.

    Aug 25, 2021

    LifeLong Over 60's Clinic in Berkeley. They are very well versed, take MediCare and have great therapists- some are LGBTQ identified..

    Aug 25, 2021

    Thank you all. Original poster here.  I also called the Berkeley Senior Center, who said they have a newish relationship with the Wright Institute in Berkeley. I guess there have been many older people asking for help during this tricky time. Anyway, I got a call within a few hours from someone there, who suggested I hook my neighbor up with Lavendar Seniors, who will have therapy options for her. 

    Sep 14, 2021

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Therapist for sexual orientation issues

March 2005

A very dear friend has a 22-yr old daughter who is going through some anxiety about her sexual orientation. In the past she has thought she was gay, then straight, then gay. It may be that she is just strictly bi, and cannot sort this out because it depends on who she is smitten with at the time. However, it causes her great angst when it is time to decide to continue a relationship or break it off, and is she breaking it off because she is really in the wrong sexual relationship, or just the wrong relationship. Does anyone have a recommendation for a therapist who has a reputation or experience for being good in this area? Preferably it would be a counselor, as opposed to an MD because she is just a working girl with no insurance to cover this and limited funds. Thanks necessarily anon

I highly recommend therapist Lisa Ruben. She's worked very successfully with the issue of sexual orientation, but this is just one of her specialties. She's a wonderful warm-hearted therapist. Many of my clients (I'm a Life Coach) have enjoyed working with her and seen very positive results. Her number is 286- 7597. Feel free to contact me if you want more information. S.