Authentic Alliance, A Licensed Clinical Social Worker Professional Corp.

Authentic Alliance, A Licensed Clinical Social Worker Professional Corp. Lisette Lahana, LCSW, founder of Authentic Alliance, psychotherapist, consultant and WPATH Mentor.

An affirming therapy space can help when anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions leave you feeling pulled in to...
05/06/2026

An affirming therapy space can help when anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions leave you feeling pulled in too many directions. Authentic Alliance describes individual psychotherapy as a partnership focused on your strengths, goals, and resilience.

Read more about this personalized support here.
https://authentic-alliance.com/individual-psychotherapy/

May is Mental Health Awareness Month—your mental health matters, every single day. At Authentic Alliance Therapy, we kno...
05/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month—your mental health matters, every single day.
At Authentic Alliance Therapy, we know that caring for your mind isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, identity, relationships, or just the weight of everything going on in the world, you don’t have to do it alone.
📞Reaching out, slowing down, and asking for support are all acts of strength.

🧘🏻‍♂️This month (and always), we invite you to be gentle with yourself and prioritize what helps you feel more grounded, connected, and whole—together. 💙🌈
Reach out to a therapist for support at Authentic-Alliance.com

April is Autism Awareness Month, a time to move beyond labels and toward real understanding.Autism shows up in many diff...
04/28/2026

April is Autism Awareness Month, a time to move beyond labels and toward real understanding.

Autism shows up in many different ways, and each person’s experience is unique. In therapy, that means meeting individuals where they are, supporting their strengths, and respecting their needs.

Whether you’re navigating a diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or looking for guidance, you don’t have to do it alone.

Reach out to learn how we can support you or your family.
https://authentic-alliance.com/

Relationship stress does not always mean disconnection, and communication breakdowns can become opportunities for deeper...
04/28/2026

Relationship stress does not always mean disconnection, and communication breakdowns can become opportunities for deeper understanding. What helps you move toward authentic intimacy and clearer boundaries in everyday life, and would you share it in the comments?

Have you ever felt like you had to hide parts of who you are in therapy? You see the phrase "LGBTQIA+ affirming" on a lo...
04/21/2026

Have you ever felt like you had to hide parts of who you are in therapy? You see the phrase "LGBTQIA+ affirming" on a lot of therapist profiles, but what does that actually look like in the room?

At Authentic Alliance, we believe affirming care goes far beyond basic tolerance or just getting your pronouns right.

True affirming care means:

Your identity is never treated as a "problem to be fixed."

We focus on the impact of the world around you (like minority stress)—not what's "wrong" with you.

You get a safe, judgment-free space to process at your own pace.

You deserve a healing space where you never have to justify who you are or wonder if you truly belong.

Want to know exactly what to look for in a therapist?
https://authentic-alliance.com/what-affirming-care-really-means-in-therapy-and-why-it-matters-for-lgbtqia-clients/

Trauma informed care can make room for LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and BIPOC clients to explore their story with more safe...
04/14/2026

Trauma informed care can make room for LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and BIPOC clients to explore their story with more safety and self understanding. Authentic Alliance offers affirming support for anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions while helping clients build skills and resilience.

Learn more about their approach here.
https://authentic-alliance.com/

Visibility matters. Access, safety, and respect are key to ensuring trans and nonbinary people can thrive, not just be s...
03/31/2026

Visibility matters. Access, safety, and respect are key to ensuring trans and nonbinary people can thrive, not just be seen
On International Transgender Day of Visibility, the staff of Authentic Alliance stand with transgender and nonbinary communities and remain committed to providing affirming, evidence-based care. We also recognize that true visibility must be paired with action: protecting access to care, reducing stigma, and supporting trans lives in meaningful, lasting ways.

Stand with us!

Want to learn more about our talented team of therapists and psychiatrist? Visit authentic-alliance.com or follow the link in our bio page to learn more.







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Photo description: White person's hands holding a heart on a piece of paper, striped with trans flag colors (pink, white and blue) with a trans flag in the background and the words "Celebrating International Transgender Day of Visibility" . A text box reads: "Visibility matters. Access, safety and respect are key to ensuring trans and nonbinary people can thrive-not just be seen.

Therapists need support too. We provide consultation and mentorship for clinicians working with transgender, non‑binary ...
03/23/2026

Therapists need support too. We provide consultation and mentorship for clinicians working with transgender, non‑binary and gender‑diverse clients, including monthly gender‑focused consultation groups. Book a free intro meeting and deepen your practice.

https://www.authentic-alliance.com/for-therapists/

LGBTQ+ teens show incredible resilience — but they are also navigating a world that doesn’t always make space for them.M...
03/11/2026

LGBTQ+ teens show incredible resilience — but they are also navigating a world that doesn’t always make space for them.

Many LGBTQ+ young people face challenges that can impact mental health, including:
• Fear of rejection from family or peers
• Bullying or systemic discrimination
• Pressure to hide or question their identity
• Feeling isolated or misunderstood

What helps LGBTQ+ teens thrive?

✨ Being accepted for who they are
✨ Having even one affirming adult in their life
✨ Access to supportive communities and specialized healthcare
✨ Mental health care that understands LGBTQ+ experiences

Research consistently shows that affirming support dramatically improves mental health outcomes for LGBTQ+ youth.

Every teen deserves to feel seen, safe, and valued. At Authentic Alliance we serve individuals, youth and families who need expert care for LGBTQIA+ specific needs.

Navigating a world that wasn’t designed for you can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t mean losing yourself. Our neurodiver...
03/09/2026

Navigating a world that wasn’t designed for you can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t mean losing yourself. Our neurodivergence support creates a space to explore your strengths, develop practical strategies and thrive authentically. Discover our neurodivergence program.

https://www.authentic-alliance.com/neurodivergence/

Meet Anthony Magnia AMFT, APCC and Ari Neubauer, AMFT, relationship therapists who help couples get unstuck from long-te...
03/04/2026

Meet Anthony Magnia AMFT, APCC and Ari Neubauer, AMFT, relationship therapists who help couples get unstuck from long-term negative cycles.
They welcome all couples including q***r, polyamorous (ENM), kink-identified and monogamous.
➡️We take United Behavioral Health, Optum, UMB, Meritain & Aetna insurances

👀 Check out https://authentic-alliance.com/ to book an appt
Or Call 707.596.9696 to schedule a free, brief first time appointment.

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Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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