If you prefer a female therapist, that's perfectly fine and it's okay to voice that.

Have you looked at Psychology Today's website? http://therapists.psychologytoday.co...rof_search.php

I knew from researching that I wanted a therapist trained in analysis, so I contacted the psychoanalytic institute in the nearest large city to me and asked for a referral to someone in my community. My therapist has been in practice for 30 years and was near completion of her psychoanalysis training. It's a great fit for me.

I have had psychologists and other types of therapists, and have learned that the type of degree doesn't matter to me. My current and most helpful therapist is a MSW but it is her experience and training and just herself (personality, style, whatever) that make my therapy right for me.

I hope you find someone who is a great fit for you!