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Meet Dr. Allen

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Background

Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Luke R. Allen is a Licensed Psychologist in Nevada, Oregon, and California, based in Las Vegas, NV. He provides 100% virtual/online therapy, making evidence-based care accessible from wherever you are.

He specializes in anxiety and related disorders, depression, body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) including trichotillomania and dermatillomania, and LGBTQ+ concerns—with particular expertise working with transgender youth and adults.

Dr. Allen completed his post-doctoral residency at Portland Psychotherapy, where he received specialized training in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). He is a WPATH SOC8 Certified Member and Mentor, a co-author of the WPATH Standards of Care, Version 8, and currently serves as Co-Chair of the WPATH Ethics Committee.

Clinical Experience University Counseling Center Staff Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Supervisor, Group Therapy Facilitator, Assessment Specialist.
Academic & Research College Instructor and Research Assistant with a focus on gender-affirming care outcomes, suicidality, and ethical considerations in transgender health.
Licenses & Credentials

Active Credentials

Licensed Psychologist
Nevada Oregon California
Active state licensure
2021 – Present
PsyPACT APIT
Authorized to practice
telehealth in 40+ states
2021 – Present
WPATH SOC8 Certified Mentor badge
WPATH SOC8 Mentor
Certified to mentor clinicians
in transgender health care
2022 – Present
WPATH SOC8 Member
Standards of Care co-author
& Ethics Committee Co-Chair
2021 – Present
Research

Select Publications

2025
Changes in suicidality among transgender adolescents following hormone therapy.
The Journal of Pediatrics
Allen, L. R., Dodd, C., Moser, C., & Knoll, M.
2022
Standards of Care for the Health of Transgender and Gender Diverse People, Version 8.
Intl. Journal of Transgender Health
Coleman, E., Radix, A. E., et al. including Allen, L. R.
2024
Principlism and contemporary ethical considerations for providers of transgender health care.
Intl. Journal of Transgender Health
Allen, L. R., Adams, N., Ashley, F., Dodd, C., et al.
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