LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy in Los Angeles, CA
Maybe you’ve been arguing more, feeling distant, or struggling to understand each other. Or perhaps the weight of outside pressures—stigma, family dynamics, or the pressure to fit into cis- and heteronormative norms—is straining your relationship. We offer affirming support through LGBTQ+ couples therapy in Los Angeles, CA.
Relationships can be challenging for any couple—but for LGBTQ+ partners, there are often added layers of stress that can make things even harder. So, our goal is to make you feel seen, understood, and accepted. Here, you can begin to heal old wounds, strengthen communication, and rebuild a deeper sense of connection—together.
Even if you’re questioning whether it’s already too late, therapy can provide clarity, guidance, and hope. We understand that taking this first step can feel overwhelming, and we want you to know you don’t have to go through it alone. We’ll walk alongside you with compassion and care.
Common Challenges LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy Can Help With
Any LGBTQ+ couple—regardless of their relationship status—can benefit from couples therapy. It doesn’t matter how big or small the challenges may seem; addressing and healing them is a natural part of every relationship.
Couples therapy can help with a wide range of issues that affect all couples, such as emotional distance, ongoing conflict or tension, major life changes, or feeling stuck in the relationship.
In addition, through LGBTQ+ couples therapy, we can also support you in working through issues that uniquely affect the LGBTQ+ community, including:
Internalized homophobia or transphobia
Discrimination, societal stigma, and family rejection
Heightened stress resulting from a lack of family, religious, economic, social, or legal support
Navigating gender roles
Differences in identity exploration or “coming out” stages between partners
Why Choose LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy at Highland Park Holistic Psychotherapy
We understand the unique challenges LGBTQ+ couples face and the importance of offering a safe, inclusive space for their therapeutic needs. Within our dedicated team, you’ll find an LGBTQ therapist in Los Angeles, CA, who is committed to supporting and empowering you on your journey toward a healthier, more fulfilling relationship.
Here’s what we can offer you:
LGBTQ+ Clinical Experience
Our couples therapists have specialized experience and training in LGBTQ+ couples therapy. They are well-versed in the unique challenges LGBTQ+ couples face and have a deep understanding of the cultural, social, and emotional factors that shape their relationships.
Inclusivity and Safe Space
Highland Park Holistic Psychotherapy is an LGBTQ-owned practice committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment for all couples. We celebrate diversity and honor the uniqueness of every individual and relationship.
A Holistic Approach
We address the emotional, psychological, and relational aspects of your life as a couple. Our holistic approach integrates various therapeutic techniques to support your overall well-being and relationship growth.
Compassionate and Non-Judgmental Therapists
With us, you’ll find a compassionate LGBTQ therapist dedicated to helping you and your relationship thrive. We offer a non-judgmental, supportive space where you can express yourselves freely and work toward your goals together.
Start LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy in Los Angeles, CA—Heal Your Relationship Today
It is possible to feel safe and fulfilled in your relationship—don’t delay the healing process! Taking the first step can feel scary, but we’ll be by your side through the entire journey.
How LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy Can Help You
In LGBTQ+ couples therapy in Los Angeles, CA, we provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where we treat everyone holistically. While we’ll work with you to explore the root causes of your challenges, we’ll also discuss the strengths of your relationship—building on what works and letting go of what no longer serves you.
Here’s how we can help you and your partner through LGBTQ+ couples therapy:
Develop effective communication skills, rebuild trust, and foster a deeper emotional connection.
Use trauma-informed approaches to help you navigate discrimination and trauma related to sexual orientation or gender identity.
We understand that individual identity exploration can impact the dynamics of a relationship, which is why we create a safe space for open dialogue, self-discovery, and personal growth—ensuring that both partners feel supported and validated. We also provide a compassionate environment to process past experiences, build resilience, and create a strong foundation for a thriving relationship.
Together, we’ll gain deeper insight into each of you as individuals and as a couple. Indeed, by better understanding each other and your relationship dynamic, we can move forward in the therapeutic process—and ultimately, help heal and strengthen your connection.
Holistic LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy in Los Angeles, CA
We take a holistic approach to treatment, honoring you as a whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our therapists draw from multiple therapeutic modalities to guide their work, tailoring each session to your individual needs, goals, and emotional experiences.
We are informed and thoughtful about the following approaches and incorporate aspects of them to enrich and support your therapeutic experience:
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Rooted in attachment theory, EFT views our emotional bonds as essential to security, growth, and connection. Accordingly, exploring emotions helps you recognize how attachment patterns influence your relationship dynamics and opens the door to deeper intimacy through the safe expression of vulnerability and fear.
Relational Life Therapy (RLT)
RLT guides partners to reconnect with themselves—their emotions, needs, and values—before reconnecting with each other. This approach promotes balance, mutual respect, and accountability, while helping partners strengthen communication. It nurtures genuine intimacy, deeper connection, and authentic self-expression free from blame or judgment.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
IFS acknowledges the many inner parts that shape who we are. By getting to know and understand these parts, you can ease internal conflict, cultivate harmony, and enhance emotional balance and well-being. It also allows partners to better understand each other’s inner worlds, fostering deeper empathy and collaboration in resolving conflict.
Trauma-Informed
When one or both partners have experienced trauma, a trauma-informed approach provides a safe, supportive space for healing. It helps you understand how trauma affects your relationship, shaping beliefs, behaviors, and interactions. Over time, you’ll learn to manage triggers, rebuild trust, and deepen your connection with each other.
Why Choose a Holistic Approach to LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy
A holistic approach in LGBTQ+ couples therapy considers the mind, body, and spirit. Every part of you influences your relationship, so integrating them is crucial for growth. Honoring all aspects of yourself, your partner, and your connection can help you fully benefit from couples counseling.
At first, your struggles may feel purely emotional—hurt, betrayal, frustration. While these feelings are real and valid, they’re only part of the picture. Relationships also involve physical and spiritual dimensions, all of which are important to address for deeper healing. So how do we support this? We recognize that each couple has its own set of circumstances, and tailor therapy to each couple’s unique needs, often incorporating mindfulness into the process.
Mindfulness helps you become aware of your emotional and physical experiences, supporting you in navigating difficult feelings and staying present with yourself and your partner. Our LGBTQ+ couples therapists guide and empower you to bring mindfulness into your daily life, enhancing both your personal well-being and your relationship.
Get Started With LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy in Los Angeles
If you’re ready to heal your relationship, we’re here to help! We truly care about you and your partnership, and our goal is to support you in becoming whole and happy again.
Option 1:
Book a free consultation
Start with a 15-minute call with our Care Coordinator, where you can share your questions and help us understand what you’re looking for.
Option 2:
Fill out our form
Complete our online intake form, and we’ll help you find the therapist who’s the best fit to support you and your partner’s needs and goals.
Meet Our LGBTQ+ Couples Therapists
Get to know our holistic LGBTQ+ couples therapists and how they can help heal your relationship.
Wade Mollison
Wade is passionate about supporting couples navigating identity, intimacy, and self-trust issues while honoring each person's full self.
Jenny Chandler
Jenny takes a warm, collaborative approach rooted in somatic psychotherapy, attachment theory, and a strengths-based lens.
Tatiana Kovalsky
Tatiana supports healing on all levels — mind, body, heart, and spirit — helping each person step into a more empowered, embodied self.
LGBTQ+ Couples Therapy FAQs
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LGBTQ+ couples therapy offers a supportive environment where your identities and experiences—as individuals and as a couple—are fully seen, validated, and respected. This affirming approach is grounded in acceptance and understanding, fostering emotional well-being and compassion for yourself and your partner.
We’re deeply committed to providing a safe space to explore both individual and shared struggles—such as identity exploration, internalized beliefs, and harmful dynamics—and to support you on the path to a more connected and thriving partnership.
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An LGBTQ+ couples therapist is specially trained to understand and address the unique dynamics and challenges you’re facing. Our team can help you navigate concerns related to communication, intimacy, identity, and external stressors that may affect your relationship.
We offer a compassionate, affirming space where you can openly express your experiences and needs. Our goal is to help you develop healthier ways to connect and strengthen your partnership so you get to experience a fulfilling, loving, and authentic relationship.
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Yes, it can. LGBTQ+ couples therapy has the potential to rebuild and strengthen relationships, and choosing to begin this process is a powerful act of courage. In fact, your openness to growth and your willingness to work through challenges together show a deep commitment to your partnership.
Healing requires vulnerability, honesty, and compassion—from both partners. While progress begins in therapy, lasting change happens when you continue applying what you’ve learned beyond the sessions, nurturing your relationship in everyday moments.
Small, consistent efforts—like expressing appreciation or communicating more mindfully—can make a meaningful difference over time, helping you and your partner restore trust and connection.
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The fact that you’re considering therapy shows that you want to move forward and heal—and that’s a good sign that it’s not too late. Reaching out for help shows care, courage, and a desire to nurture your relationship—and that willingness can be the first step toward change.
Some relationships face deep or long-standing challenges, and not every wound can be completely healed. Even so, LGBTQ+ couples therapy can guide you and your partner toward understanding, growth, and resolution—whether that means rebuilding your bond or parting ways with greater compassion and peace.
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The cost of couples therapy varies depending on the therapist and their approach.
While therapy can be a financial investment, it’s one that often pays off in lasting ways. Prioritizing your relationship and emotional health can lead to a deeper understanding, a stronger connection, and long-term fulfillment—benefits that far outweigh the cost.
Work With an LGBTQ+ Couples Therapist in Los Angeles, CA
We take you and your relationship to heart. We want nothing more than to see you and your partner become whole and happy again. Contact us if you’re ready to take this step together!
Other Services We Offer at Highland Park Holistic Psychotherapy
Our team of caring therapists offers a variety of mental health services to support you and your family. We provide both online therapy and in-person sessions in Los Angeles, CA, and across the state. We also offer couples therapy, as well as affirming care for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Start your therapy journey alongside a trained LGBTQ couples therapist. Or, learn more about our other services, including anxiety treatment, depression treatment, trauma therapy, grief counseling, eating disorders, teen therapy, and more.
If you have any further questions, visit our FAQs page or contact us directly.