At Rainbow Hill Recovery, serving Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding areas, we proudly offer Experiential Therapy tailored to the unique needs of the LGBTQ community. Our compassionate approach combines modern psychological techniques with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by LGBTQ individuals, providing a safe and supportive space for emotional healing. We believe that the path to recovery and self-discovery honors each person’s unique identity, empowering them to reclaim their emotional well-being and build resilience.
Experiential Therapy is a dynamic approach that allows individuals to express their emotions and process past trauma through creative and physical means. Unlike traditional talk therapy, which primarily focuses on conversation, Experiential Therapy encourages clients to engage in activities such as role-playing, art, music, movement, and guided imagery. This holistic approach helps clients connect with their emotions on a deeper level, often bypassing intellectual defenses and accessing feelings that are harder to express with words.
For the LGBTQ community, Experiential Therapy is particularly beneficial because it provides a safe space for individuals to explore and express their identities. Many LGBTQ individuals face unique challenges related to societal discrimination, family rejection, and internalized stigma. These challenges can lead to emotional numbness or difficulty processing trauma. Experiential Therapy offers a creative outlet for individuals to reconnect with their feelings, work through trauma, and ultimately gain empowerment in their identity.
At Rainbow Hill Recovery, we provide experiential therapy to help LGBTQ individuals overcome emotional struggles and trauma. Our Los Angeles, CA, location offers a safe and affirming space to explore your emotions through hands-on activities and creative expression.
This therapy allows you to process feelings that may be difficult to verbalize, unlocking deeper healing and self-discovery. By engaging in these transformative experiences, you can build resilience and embrace your authentic self.
Rainbow Hill Recovery is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where LGBTQ individuals can feel seen, heard, and understood. Here are a few reasons why our approach stands out:
Our therapists are specially trained in understanding the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ community. We offer a non-judgmental, affirming space where you can explore your feelings, beliefs, and experiences without fear of rejection or discrimination.
We understand that healing is a personal journey, and we offer a variety of therapy options to support different needs. From Experiential Therapy to Trauma-Informed Care, we customize your treatment plan to provide you with the tools to heal and thrive.
Our team consists of professionals with years of experience working with the LGBTQ community. We are deeply committed to supporting your mental health and well-being in a way that aligns with your values and identity.
We prioritize your privacy and safety. Every session is confidential, and you are treated with respect at all times. Our goal is to help you feel safe while exploring the healing process.
At Rainbow Hill Recovery, we believe in using a diverse array of therapeutic modalities to ensure our clients have access to a comprehensive approach to healing. Here are some of the services we offer to support your mental health journey:
DBT is a therapeutic approach that combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness techniques. It’s especially useful for individuals struggling with intense emotions, self-destructive behaviors, and interpersonal challenges. DBT helps you develop skills to cope with stress, improve emotional regulation, and build healthy relationships. For LGBTQ individuals facing social stressors or identity struggles, DBT can be a powerful tool for creating emotional balance.
At Rainbow Hill Recovery, we recognize that every person’s journey is unique, so we offer Integrative Therapies. This means combining various therapeutic techniques such as talk therapy, mindfulness, body work, and other holistic methods. By blending different approaches, we aim to create a personalized treatment plan that supports all aspects of your well-being—mental, emotional, and physical.
Understanding how brain chemistry impacts mental health is a key part of healing. We offer Brain Chemistry and Relapse Prevention as part of our comprehensive care. Our therapists will help you understand how stress, trauma, and other factors affect your brain chemistry, and teach you how to manage triggers that could lead to relapse in behaviors like substance abuse or self-harm. Through education and skill-building, we empower you to make healthier choices.
Affirmative Therapy is a highly important service for the LGBTQ community. It centers on respecting and validating a person’s sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. Our therapists work with clients to foster a strong sense of self-acceptance, helping you embrace who you are without shame. Affirmative therapy is about celebrating you as you are and encouraging personal growth in a positive, affirming environment.
Sound Baths are a unique and healing experience where you are immersed in the soothing sounds of gongs, chimes, and other instruments. These vibrations promote relaxation, reduce stress, and support emotional release. For LGBTQ individuals, Sound Baths offer a peaceful space to meditate, reconnect with your inner self, and find calm in a supportive environment.
We offer Chiropractic Services as part of our holistic healing approach. Chiropractic care helps align the body’s spine and nervous system, which can improve mental clarity, reduce physical pain, and enhance overall well-being. Many people find that chiropractic care complements their emotional healing, as physical tension and discomfort can sometimes exacerbate emotional pain.
At Rainbow Hill Recovery, we provide experiential therapy to help LGBTQ individuals overcome emotional struggles and trauma. Our Los Angeles, CA, location offers a safe and affirming space to explore your emotions through hands-on activities and creative expression.
This therapy allows you to process feelings that may be difficult to verbalize, unlocking deeper healing and self-discovery. By engaging in these transformative experiences, you can build resilience and embrace your authentic self.
Living as an LGBTQ person often comes with specific challenges, including discrimination, societal rejection, family issues, and self-doubt. We believe that everyone deserves to live authentically, and through our services, you can learn to embrace your true self, heal from past wounds, and build a bright future. At Rainbow Hill Recovery, we understand these struggles and are committed to helping you navigate them.
Our therapies are designed not only to treat mental health conditions but to foster a sense of empowerment, community, and identity. We believe that everyone deserves to live authentically, and through our services, you can learn to embrace your true self, heal from past wounds, and build a bright future.
If you’re ready to begin your journey toward emotional healing and self-discovery, Rainbow Hill Recovery is here to support you. Serving Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding areas, we offer experiential therapy and a variety of holistic services to help you overcome challenges and embrace your true self.
Joie Gyondla serves as Rainbow Hill Recovery’s Clinical Support Coordinator, bringing compassion, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting every client who walks through our doors. With a background in recovery support, Joie understands the importance of creating a welcoming, organized, and affirming environment where individuals feel seen, valued, and supported throughout their treatment journey.
Working closely with both clients and the clinical team, Joie helps ensure that each person’s experience is as seamless as possible, providing encouragement, guidance, and practical support every step of the way. Her calm presence and dedication to helping others foster a sense of safety and connection that allows clients to focus on what matters most: their recovery.
Joie believes that healing begins with compassion and that even the smallest acts of kindness can make a lasting difference. She is proud to be part of the Rainbow Hill Recovery team, helping create a community where every individual is empowered to build a healthier, more authentic future.
Co-Founder of the LGBTQ+ Association for Addiction and Mental Health Professionals Clinical Outreach Specialist for Rainbow Hill Recovery LGBTQ Sensitivity Training Consultant
Steven Buffin-Stewart is the Case Manager at Rainbow Hill Recovery, with over five years of experience in substance use and mental health treatment. A CADC ll professional in recovery themselves, Steven combines clinical knowledge with lived experience to provide compassionate, coordinated care and foster inclusive, affirming spaces where clients feel supported, empowered, and hopeful in their healing journey.
Steven Buffin-Stewart is the Program and Case Manager at Rainbow Hill Recovery, with over five years of experience in substance use and mental health treatment. A CADC ll professional in recovery themselves, Steven combines clinical knowledge with lived experience to provide compassionate, coordinated care and foster inclusive, affirming spaces where clients feel supported, empowered, and hopeful in their healing journey.
Janae Borrego serves as Rainbow Hill Recovery’s Cross-Cultural Relations Officer and Outpatient Therapist, where she combines her clinical expertise with a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for every client. Her ability to understand, appreciate, and navigate diverse cultural perspectives has made her an invaluable leader as Rainbow Hill continues to grow and evolve.
In her role, Janae works to strengthen cultural understanding throughout the organization, ensuring that clients, families, and staff feel respected, heard, and represented. She provides ongoing guidance on cultural sensitivity and inclusive practices while helping shape programs that honor the unique identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences of those we serve.
As an Outpatient Therapist, Janae is dedicated to helping clients navigate recovery, mental health, and life’s challenges with compassion, authenticity, and evidence-based care. She believes that meaningful healing begins when individuals feel safe to show up as their authentic selves and receive support that acknowledges the whole person.
Janae is passionate about creating spaces where diversity is celebrated, connection is strengthened, and every individual has the opportunity to heal and thrive. Her leadership continues to advance Rainbow Hill Recovery’s mission of providing affirming, trauma-informed care that meets the evolving needs of the communities we serve.
With over a decade of experience in addiction recovery, Andrew is passionate about helping individuals reclaim their lives and find lasting healing. As Co-founder and Director of Rainbow Hill Recovery, he is dedicated to creating a supportive environment that fosters hope, resilience, and transformation.
Joey Bachrach is the Co-Founder and CEO of Rainbow Hill Recovery, an LGBTQ-affirming mental health and substance use treatment center in Los Angeles. Drawing from both professional leadership and lived recovery experience, Joey is dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where individuals are fully seen, affirmed, and supported on their healing journey.