Trusted Therapist Referrals

Below are colleagues I know, respect, and trust. Each of them brings their own expertise, approach, and care to the work, and I feel good about referring clients their way. If I'm not the right fit for you, or if you're looking for something specific that falls outside my scope, I hope this list helps you find someone who is. Please check each therapist's page for current availability, fees, and the states where they are licensed to practice.

Georgina Anaya, LMFT (she/her)

Licensed in California.

Georgina is a warm and grounded therapist who brings cultural humility, deep empathy, and a genuine curiosity to her work. As a first-generation therapist, she holds a unique understanding of the complexity that comes with navigating multiple cultures, family expectations, and identity, and she creates a judgment-free space where clients can reconnect with their truest selves. Specializing in individual therapy, couples work, and child and adolescent therapy, Georgina is passionate about helping clients untangle the patterns that no longer serve them and build an emotional toolkit rooted in grace, compassion, and self-understanding. Her approach is Emotionally Focused and culturally responsive, with a particular commitment to supporting first-generation individuals and families, LGBTQ+ couples, and parents navigating the challenges of raising children with mental health needs. Georgina believes that healing happens in relationship, and her goal is to help every client move through life with more curiosity, connection, and a deep sense of being truly seen.

Fox Eros, LMFT (she/her/femme)

Licensed in California.

Fox is a bold, warm, and deeply intuitive therapist who brings heart, humor, and genuine care to her work. Known as The Polyamory Therapist, Fox specializes in trauma, identity, intimacy, and self-worth, and offers affirming care for queer, 2SLGBTQIA+, and heterosexual clients across all relationship structures, including consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, and kink. Certified in both sex therapy and consensual non-monogamy, she creates a collaborative and non-shaming space where clients can explore the stories that no longer serve them and move toward pleasure, connection, and authentic self-expression. Her style is warm, somatically attuned, and grounded in parts work, with deep respect for culture, ancestry, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Kipenzi Herron, LMFT (she/her)

Licensed in California.

Kipenzi is a vibrant and compassionate therapist who brings empathy, directness, and a refreshing realness to her work. Proudly from New Jersey and now rooted in San Diego, she combines evidence-based practices with a down-to-earth approach, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their innermost thoughts. Specializing in partners, including CNM and polyamorous relationship structures, and blended family dynamics, Kipenzi is passionate about enhancing communication, rebuilding trust, and fostering deeper connection. Her style balances warmth with humor, making clients feel seen, valued, and empowered to grow. Kipenzi also thrives in supporting high-achieving individuals navigating life transitions, encouraging them to embrace their uniqueness, challenge societal norms, and unlock their full potential.

Dr. Rei Mahdavi, LMFT (she/her)

Licensed in California and practicing in Canada.

Dr. Reihaneh Mahdavi is a deeply attuned and experienced therapist who brings over a decade of clinical expertise to her work with individuals, couples, and families. With a doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy and a specialization in maternal mental health, women's wellness, and postpartum depression, Rei offers trauma-informed care that is both holistic and empowering. Her practice supports clients navigating anxiety, identity exploration, parenting, and relationship dynamics, including those in polyamorous partnerships. Known for her grounded presence and compassionate insight, Rei helps clients heal emotional wounds, strengthen self-esteem, and cultivate more connected, fulfilling relationships. Based in San Diego and available for telehealth across California, she creates a nurturing space for clients to reconnect with their inner strength and move toward lasting well-being.

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Herb Schnabel, LMFT (he/him)

Licensed in California.

Herb is a skilled and compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families through meaningful and transformative care. As a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Herb is passionate about providing affirming therapy and has a particular focus on navigating life transitions, including trauma, grief, and gender affirmation. His approach is trauma-informed and draws on evidence-based modalities including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and EMDR. He also integrates mindfulness, play therapy, and art therapy to foster insight, vulnerability, and healing. Herb offers a safe and empathetic space for clients to share their stories and move toward growth.

Grayson Thompson, LMFT (he/him)

Licensed in California and Delaware.

Grayson is a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals who feel stuck or are navigating survival mode. His areas of focus include relationships, identity, gender transition, masculinity, college transitions, chronic illness, ASD, anxiety, sobriety and harm reduction, sex work, and mood concerns. Grayson has experience working with transitional-aged youth and children, couples, college students, queer and trans individuals, and men. Grounded in the belief that there is life and possibility beyond survival, he brings empathy, understanding, and both personal and professional depth to his work.

Laura Wrzesinski, LMFT (she/her/they)

Licensed in Illinois, Oregon, and Connecticut.

Laura is a thoughtful and dynamic therapist whose presence invites reflection, curiosity, and transformation. She works with sensitive, creative, and gifted adults who often feel the emotional weight of the world around them. Drawing from both lived experience and clinical expertise, Laura offers deeply affirming care for neurodivergent, queer, and chronically ill clients, including those navigating burnout, self-worth, communication, and trauma recovery. Her approach blends evidence-based interventions with warmth, humor, and honesty. With a foundation in mindfulness, somatics, self-compassion, and systems thinking, Laura brings a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive lens to her work, and is passionate about social and environmental justice.