Therapy With Esther
I offer trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming therapy for adults, adolescents, and couples navigating emotional intensity, identity, relationships, and major life transitions. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA LMFT #159064), my work is grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and shaped by a deep understanding of religious and Christian contexts, including faith transitions and religious trauma. I work especially well with thoughtful, self-aware clients who feel stuck in anxiety, self-judgment, or long-standing patterns despite insight. Sessions are available via secure online therapy throughout California and in person in Redlands, CA.
The Latest from My Desk
Weekly Podcast
Transgender Woman Talking Podcast is my weekly program reflecting on life, spirituality, and mental health, from the context and perspective of a transitioning woman. The show is available on all major podcast plaforms. Please subscribe and stay in touch!
Rite of Transition Ceremony
I created a ceremonial rite of passage that marked my gender transition. For me (and I hope for others who will build on it), it serves as a communal recognition, validation, and commemoration of the profound and spiritual experience that has been this journey. It proved to be filled with Spirit, utterly transcendent.
Homily for a Queer Wedding
This piece was originally spoken at the wedding ceremony of two friends and former church members. As lesbians, they had limited options for officiants that were both ministers and enthusiastically affirming. I was absolutely thrilled to fill this need. The girls asked for a “sermonette” (a version of which follows). They were such a delight to prepare with, and even more charming on their special day.
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