LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Angier, NC
When your child is struggling, it's easy to feel like you've tried everything and still don't know how to help. Whether your child is experiencing anxiety, trauma, ADHD, overwhelming emotions, behavioral challenges, or school-related stress, you don't have to navigate it alone. I work with children (5+), young adults, and families to create a place where healing feels possible, emotions begin to make sense, and confidence grows. I also provide EMDR therapy for young adults ready to process trauma, reduce anxiety, and move forward without feeling defined by their past.
When your child is struggling, it's easy to feel like you've tried everything and still don't know how to help. Whether your child is experiencing anxiety, trauma, ADHD, overwhelming emotions, behavioral challenges, or school-related stress, you don't have to navigate it alone. I work with children (5+), young adults, and families to create a place where healing feels possible, emotions begin to make sense, and confidence grows. I also provide EMDR therapy for young adults ready to process trauma, reduce anxiety, and move forward without feeling defined by their past.
Welcome! You Are Already Doing Better Than You Think!
Overwhelmed? Stuck? Unsure which way to turn? That's okay! I work with families, kids, teens, adults, couples, service members/veterans, and first responders. People navigating ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship stress, and everything in between.
What you might be looking for:
- Emotional regulation that actually sticks
- Communication that doesn't leave you drained
- Relationships that feel safer, stronger
- Tools to handle daily stress with more clarity
Welcome! You Are Already Doing Better Than You Think!
Overwhelmed? Stuck? Unsure which way to turn? That's okay! I work with families, kids, teens, adults, couples, service members/veterans, and first responders. People navigating ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship stress, and everything in between.
What you might be looking for:
- Emotional regulation that actually sticks
- Communication that doesn't leave you drained
- Relationships that feel safer, stronger
- Tools to handle daily stress with more clarity
I support BIPOC, LGBTQ, and neurodivergent individuals & couples navigating anxiety and perfectionism.
Many of my clients are high-performing, deeply empathetic individuals who have learned to mask their pain through perfectionism, people-pleasing, and over-functioning. They often come to me feeling burned out, disconnected from themselves, and unsure how to express their own needs after years of prioritizing others. In our work together, we’ll focus on rebuilding a relationship with your inner world, your emotions, your body, your history, and your voice. I bring a trauma-informed, somatic lens to healing, drawing on the mind-body connection to help you move from just surviving to truly living.
I support BIPOC, LGBTQ, and neurodivergent individuals & couples navigating anxiety and perfectionism.
Many of my clients are high-performing, deeply empathetic individuals who have learned to mask their pain through perfectionism, people-pleasing, and over-functioning. They often come to me feeling burned out, disconnected from themselves, and unsure how to express their own needs after years of prioritizing others. In our work together, we’ll focus on rebuilding a relationship with your inner world, your emotions, your body, your history, and your voice. I bring a trauma-informed, somatic lens to healing, drawing on the mind-body connection to help you move from just surviving to truly living.
Alicia Peton - Well Within
Licensed CLinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, QS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Ready to Stop LOOPING the same PATTERN and finally feel free? As a therapist and Certified MAP Practitioner, I help you gently but powerfully release the subconscious blocks driving stress, anxiety, self-sabotage, and stuck relationships. The MAP Method works with your brain’s natural ability to update emotional memories—so change happens faster and deeper than talk alone. Choose focused individual sessions or energetic small-group sessions. All online. No endless retelling required. Just real shifts that stick. MAP is coaching that is Gentle and can support therapy. Book your free clarity call and start the Freedom Journey
Ready to Stop LOOPING the same PATTERN and finally feel free? As a therapist and Certified MAP Practitioner, I help you gently but powerfully release the subconscious blocks driving stress, anxiety, self-sabotage, and stuck relationships. The MAP Method works with your brain’s natural ability to update emotional memories—so change happens faster and deeper than talk alone. Choose focused individual sessions or energetic small-group sessions. All online. No endless retelling required. Just real shifts that stick. MAP is coaching that is Gentle and can support therapy. Book your free clarity call and start the Freedom Journey
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You’ve been looking a therapist who doesn’t try to put you in a box, and is genuinely curious about YOUR lived experience. You want therapy to be based on an empathic connection, with goals for how you want to heal or grow. You want your experience navigating your gender, sexuality, neurodiversity, and experience living in this society to be deeply witnessed. I’m experienced in helping individuals with ADHD and on the autism spectrum, using a non-pathological and neurodiversity-based approach. I am passionate about helping transgender, non-binary, and neurodiverse individuals find happiness and live life as their authentic selves.
You’ve been looking a therapist who doesn’t try to put you in a box, and is genuinely curious about YOUR lived experience. You want therapy to be based on an empathic connection, with goals for how you want to heal or grow. You want your experience navigating your gender, sexuality, neurodiversity, and experience living in this society to be deeply witnessed. I’m experienced in helping individuals with ADHD and on the autism spectrum, using a non-pathological and neurodiversity-based approach. I am passionate about helping transgender, non-binary, and neurodiverse individuals find happiness and live life as their authentic selves.
I work with adults ages 18+ and have a special focus with queer and neurodivergent people.
Are past experiences keeping you stuck? Are you frequently triggered into big emotional reactions? If you’re behaving in ways you know are unhelpful, you’ve come to the right place. I help with trauma, anxiety & depression by helping you find relief and build self-compassion. Together we collaborate to help you heal from old wounds and live the life you envision.
I work with adults ages 18+ and have a special focus with queer and neurodivergent people.
Are past experiences keeping you stuck? Are you frequently triggered into big emotional reactions? If you’re behaving in ways you know are unhelpful, you’ve come to the right place. I help with trauma, anxiety & depression by helping you find relief and build self-compassion. Together we collaborate to help you heal from old wounds and live the life you envision.
I have a masters in counseling, specialize in sex therapy and have experience working with adults, LGBTQ+, as well as eating disorders, anxiety and depression.
Whether you are questioning your gender, trying to understand your sexuality, navigating our current environment as a transgender person or struggling with anxiety and depression, I will hold space for you that is shame and judgment-free.
I have a masters in counseling, specialize in sex therapy and have experience working with adults, LGBTQ+, as well as eating disorders, anxiety and depression.
Whether you are questioning your gender, trying to understand your sexuality, navigating our current environment as a transgender person or struggling with anxiety and depression, I will hold space for you that is shame and judgment-free.
I specialize in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, especially those navigating gender-affirming care.
Sometimes life can feel like you're running on a treadmill—moving constantly but staying in the exact same place. Hard or painful events can be a single, monumental moment or the quiet, cumulative weight of carrying too much for too long. A former colleague once said, "I might not be the one who caused the problems in my life but I'm the one who has to fix them." Therapy works best as a collaborative partnership built on radical compassion, zero judgment, and genuine human connection. I believe everyone possesses an innate capacity to heal, and it would be my privilege to help you rediscover yours.
I specialize in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, especially those navigating gender-affirming care.
Sometimes life can feel like you're running on a treadmill—moving constantly but staying in the exact same place. Hard or painful events can be a single, monumental moment or the quiet, cumulative weight of carrying too much for too long. A former colleague once said, "I might not be the one who caused the problems in my life but I'm the one who has to fix them." Therapy works best as a collaborative partnership built on radical compassion, zero judgment, and genuine human connection. I believe everyone possesses an innate capacity to heal, and it would be my privilege to help you rediscover yours.
I’m LGBTQIA+ affirming, sex positive, & welcoming of kink, BDSM, ENM, & polyamorous relationships.
Hey there! I’m Rebecca, I offer online therapy focused on sex, relationships, & identity for both individuals & couples across NC.
Sometimes we find ourselves standing in the middle of our lives, realizing something needs to shift. The old ways of relating don’t fit anymore. The words don’t land. The closeness feels harder to reach.
Maybe you’re trying to reconnect with yourself or to someone you love. Maybe you’ve outgrown old patterns or can feel change building but don’t know what comes next. Together we’ll explore what’s underneath, the emotions, needs, & experiences that shape how you love, communicate, & connect.
I’m LGBTQIA+ affirming, sex positive, & welcoming of kink, BDSM, ENM, & polyamorous relationships.
Hey there! I’m Rebecca, I offer online therapy focused on sex, relationships, & identity for both individuals & couples across NC.
Sometimes we find ourselves standing in the middle of our lives, realizing something needs to shift. The old ways of relating don’t fit anymore. The words don’t land. The closeness feels harder to reach.
Maybe you’re trying to reconnect with yourself or to someone you love. Maybe you’ve outgrown old patterns or can feel change building but don’t know what comes next. Together we’ll explore what’s underneath, the emotions, needs, & experiences that shape how you love, communicate, & connect.
My approach is queer, intersectional, sex-positive, trauma informed, a tad weird, and centered around a constant pursuit for radical change.
Operating through a queer lens, I lean into existential and narrative therapy to support you in moving through difficult moments, while identifying a path that reduces harm and promotes joy.
I am a social worker. I like to offer support in identifying resources and making community connections.
My approach is queer, intersectional, sex-positive, trauma informed, a tad weird, and centered around a constant pursuit for radical change.
Operating through a queer lens, I lean into existential and narrative therapy to support you in moving through difficult moments, while identifying a path that reduces harm and promotes joy.
I am a social worker. I like to offer support in identifying resources and making community connections.
Understanding we are all in different "stages of change", we utilize an eclectic approach to guide you through your own process at your own pace. It is absolutely an honor and our passion to treat those who struggle with mental health issues such as Eating Disorders, Substance Use, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, relationship issues and associated disorders. We employ an individualized approach to therapy in order to empower people to change their lives. In the wise words of Maya Angelou, "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, humor, and style."
Understanding we are all in different "stages of change", we utilize an eclectic approach to guide you through your own process at your own pace. It is absolutely an honor and our passion to treat those who struggle with mental health issues such as Eating Disorders, Substance Use, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, relationship issues and associated disorders. We employ an individualized approach to therapy in order to empower people to change their lives. In the wise words of Maya Angelou, "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, humor, and style."
I specialize in trauma-informed, affirming care for neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ clients, as well as anyone struggling with the current state of the world.
Therapy includes us working closely together to help navigate your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. There will be tasks done together during your sessions, as well as things for you to focus on and apply at home. Some changes may come quickly, but some will take more time and effort for a lasting change.
My primary goal as a therapist is to help increase understanding, healing, and self-acceptance. I offer support to those who aim to live authentically and with agency, and are seeking therapy that affirms their identity and empowers their growth.
I specialize in trauma-informed, affirming care for neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ clients, as well as anyone struggling with the current state of the world.
Therapy includes us working closely together to help navigate your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. There will be tasks done together during your sessions, as well as things for you to focus on and apply at home. Some changes may come quickly, but some will take more time and effort for a lasting change.
My primary goal as a therapist is to help increase understanding, healing, and self-acceptance. I offer support to those who aim to live authentically and with agency, and are seeking therapy that affirms their identity and empowers their growth.
I help people look beneath the surface to understand the roots of what’s keeping them stuck. If you find yourself in unfulfilling relationships or notice patterns that keep repeating, we can work together to make sense of them. I often support people working to disrupt intergenerational cycles, cope with grief or trauma, navigate the perinatal period, or build more meaningful connection and fulfillment. My approach is phase-oriented: we start by building stability and practical skills, then explore the deeper patterns shaping your life to support lasting change. Curiosity is enough to begin.
I help people look beneath the surface to understand the roots of what’s keeping them stuck. If you find yourself in unfulfilling relationships or notice patterns that keep repeating, we can work together to make sense of them. I often support people working to disrupt intergenerational cycles, cope with grief or trauma, navigate the perinatal period, or build more meaningful connection and fulfillment. My approach is phase-oriented: we start by building stability and practical skills, then explore the deeper patterns shaping your life to support lasting change. Curiosity is enough to begin.
Accepting new clients! Taking care of our mental wellbeing is vital as we strive to work towards self-acceptance and self-love. Having a space to comfortably open up and discuss important feelings that hold us back is a momentous form of self-care that helps us become comfortable embracing the uncomfortable. If you'll have me, I would love to become a part of your journey to provide support and a listening ear as we work together towards achieving your personal goals.
Accepting new clients! Taking care of our mental wellbeing is vital as we strive to work towards self-acceptance and self-love. Having a space to comfortably open up and discuss important feelings that hold us back is a momentous form of self-care that helps us become comfortable embracing the uncomfortable. If you'll have me, I would love to become a part of your journey to provide support and a listening ear as we work together towards achieving your personal goals.
You might feel a little lost right now. Or a lot lost. Things that you used to love don't excite you anymore and you feel disconnected or discontent with your daily life. You're in between a reality that you have known for a long time and new a one that is unfamiliar and hazy. Maybe this is a tangible, observable shift in lives: you're getting a divorce, you've moved to a new place, you've quit or lost your job. Or maybe this is an internal liminal space - your current life doesn't seem to fit any more, but you don't know what's next. Parents - I also specialize in behavioral support for preschoolers!
You might feel a little lost right now. Or a lot lost. Things that you used to love don't excite you anymore and you feel disconnected or discontent with your daily life. You're in between a reality that you have known for a long time and new a one that is unfamiliar and hazy. Maybe this is a tangible, observable shift in lives: you're getting a divorce, you've moved to a new place, you've quit or lost your job. Or maybe this is an internal liminal space - your current life doesn't seem to fit any more, but you don't know what's next. Parents - I also specialize in behavioral support for preschoolers!
I work with adults individually and in relationships, and I have a special interest in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Every client is different. I draw from a variety of trauma-informed therapeutic approaches including ACT, MI, and TF-CBT, and I'll collaborate with you to develop an individualized approach for your needs.
I work with adults individually and in relationships, and I have a special interest in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Every client is different. I draw from a variety of trauma-informed therapeutic approaches including ACT, MI, and TF-CBT, and I'll collaborate with you to develop an individualized approach for your needs.
Additionally, as a veteran of the US Air Force, I also truly enjoy helping service members, families, and the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as those with substance use.
Immediate daytime availability virtually on Monday through Thursday. There are many obstacles life may throw at us. Often these obstacles are unexpected and throw us off our desired path. Sometimes it may even feel that we have lost our way and our original path is out of sight, unable to be found. You may start to feel defeated or overwhelmed by what to do next. But with a little help, there is hope that you can rediscover your path or create an even better one!
Additionally, as a veteran of the US Air Force, I also truly enjoy helping service members, families, and the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as those with substance use.
Immediate daytime availability virtually on Monday through Thursday. There are many obstacles life may throw at us. Often these obstacles are unexpected and throw us off our desired path. Sometimes it may even feel that we have lost our way and our original path is out of sight, unable to be found. You may start to feel defeated or overwhelmed by what to do next. But with a little help, there is hope that you can rediscover your path or create an even better one!
I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and practice from a Health At Every Size lens.
I am passionate about working with teens and young adults to find freedom from eating disorders, anxiety, and depression, as well as healing from church trauma and reconciling one's sexuality/gender identity with their faith. Sessions are tailored to each client's individual needs by utilizing multiple therapeutic approaches to help meet their therapy goals.
I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and practice from a Health At Every Size lens.
I am passionate about working with teens and young adults to find freedom from eating disorders, anxiety, and depression, as well as healing from church trauma and reconciling one's sexuality/gender identity with their faith. Sessions are tailored to each client's individual needs by utilizing multiple therapeutic approaches to help meet their therapy goals.
I work with individuals across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum and am dedicated to creating an affirming, nonjudgmental space for all bodies and identities.
You may feel stuck in repeating relational patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or disconnected from your body, needs, or sense of self. My role is to offer a grounded, collaborative space where you don’t have to figure it out alone. I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem & connecting to one’s authentic self. Together, we’ll gently explore the patterns, roles, and body-held stories that have shaped how you move through the world. Rooted in curiosity and respect, our work invites your inner wisdom to surface.
I work with individuals across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum and am dedicated to creating an affirming, nonjudgmental space for all bodies and identities.
You may feel stuck in repeating relational patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or disconnected from your body, needs, or sense of self. My role is to offer a grounded, collaborative space where you don’t have to figure it out alone. I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem & connecting to one’s authentic self. Together, we’ll gently explore the patterns, roles, and body-held stories that have shaped how you move through the world. Rooted in curiosity and respect, our work invites your inner wisdom to surface.
Hi, I’m Sage! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and outpatient psychotherapist at Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness. I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can breathe, be honest, and show up as you are—no fixing, no judgment, no pressure to have it all figured out. I focus on building real, trusting relationships and creating a space that supports vulnerability, creativity, and confidence. My approach blends Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with a holistic, person-centered lens, because healing isn’t one-size-fits-all—and you’re not broken for struggling.
Hi, I’m Sage! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and outpatient psychotherapist at Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness. I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can breathe, be honest, and show up as you are—no fixing, no judgment, no pressure to have it all figured out. I focus on building real, trusting relationships and creating a space that supports vulnerability, creativity, and confidence. My approach blends Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with a holistic, person-centered lens, because healing isn’t one-size-fits-all—and you’re not broken for struggling.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.