Counseling for people in the LGBT community in-person in Palm Springs, CA, and online across California.

Hi, I'm Bob Basque. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with people in the LGBT community who have ongoing challenges with making their life work.  I help people get their life back on track.

My goal is to help you stop feeling overwhelmed and depressed and start helping you get back to living life.

My growth through personal life struggles is what helps me relate so deeply with clients.

I became a therapist because I know how hard it is to reach out for help when you truly need it. I had times when a great therapist made all the difference for me, and I strive to give that back to my clients.

My life experiences led me to become the Psychotherapist I am today.

Being a Psychotherapist is an honor. I love guiding people toward figuring stuff out and seeing them finally getting the life they desire. The most rewarding thing about being a Psychotherapist is providing encouragement during life's challenges.

I am 100% committed to helping you get back to living life!  You need to be ready and work hard, but I know with my help you can get moving again towards a life you love!

I have a natural ability to:

• Help people feel comfortable
• Uncover what's under the surface
• Explain mental health symptoms in an easy-to-understand way
• Help clients heal their past and manage the present

People who know me often say that I am a good listener who can sit with people even when things feel dark or hopeless.

Sessions will provide you with the space to be understood and heard. In feeling safe and comfortable, you'll be able to gain clarity and figure things out about yourself.

It's important to me to provide a non-judgemental space where you can be yourself and ensure that the process is collaborative. 

There isn't a "one size fits all" approach to counseling. 

Our sessions will fit your specific needs and concerns.

• I believe that loving and accepting ourselves for who we are, scars and all, is one of the most courageous things we can do
• If we keep working and believing in ourselves, we can be in a completely different space sooner than we think.
• I believe we can stop feeling shame when we share our story with someone who can hear it with empathy and understanding.
• I believe that even if we feel like we've lost hope, it's possible to show up, commit to ourselves, and do what it takes to start feeling better

I received my Master of Social Work degree from Arizona State University. 

I hold an LCSW license in the state of California.

Start getting your life back on track, now. 

Get your free phone consultation where you can share what's going on for you, and we can explore how I can help.

Email me today at hello@starfishmentalhealth.com. I'm here for you. Or, press the button below.

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