Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Charlotte, NC
Hi. I am licensed as a mental health counselor in North Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia. I have years of experience working with children, families, individuals, groups, couples, military and their families, college students, and people of the LGBTQIA+ community. In addition, I have worked in multiple therapeutic settings such as schools, group homes, outpatient clinics, therapeutic day treatment centers, intensive in-home centers, mental health skill building centers, and a plethora of other facilities, with a vast range of clientele.
Hi. I am licensed as a mental health counselor in North Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia. I have years of experience working with children, families, individuals, groups, couples, military and their families, college students, and people of the LGBTQIA+ community. In addition, I have worked in multiple therapeutic settings such as schools, group homes, outpatient clinics, therapeutic day treatment centers, intensive in-home centers, mental health skill building centers, and a plethora of other facilities, with a vast range of clientele.
Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’re seeking support. I help clients navigate the stressors of life, including anxiety, relational issues, life transitions, grief, and trauma. I have extensive experience in perinatal and postpartum mental health, including infertility, pregnancy loss and birth trauma; as well as concerns related to aging, death, and dying. I also offer geriatric care and senior support. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each client’s unique needs, drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).... 12/11/25
Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’re seeking support. I help clients navigate the stressors of life, including anxiety, relational issues, life transitions, grief, and trauma. I have extensive experience in perinatal and postpartum mental health, including infertility, pregnancy loss and birth trauma; as well as concerns related to aging, death, and dying. I also offer geriatric care and senior support. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each client’s unique needs, drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).... 12/11/25
As a therapist I am dedicated to LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, and neurodivergent adults, I focus on providing neuroaffirmative and LGBTQIA+ affirmative care tailored to your unique experiences. I am passionate about creating a safe, welcoming space where we can explore sensitive topics without stigma. My approach combines evidence-based techniques with a strong emphasis on understanding the complexities of identity and neurodiversity. Together we will work to break down barriers, celebrate your individuality, and align our therapeutic journey with your specific needs, fostering growth and self-acceptance.
As a therapist I am dedicated to LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, and neurodivergent adults, I focus on providing neuroaffirmative and LGBTQIA+ affirmative care tailored to your unique experiences. I am passionate about creating a safe, welcoming space where we can explore sensitive topics without stigma. My approach combines evidence-based techniques with a strong emphasis on understanding the complexities of identity and neurodiversity. Together we will work to break down barriers, celebrate your individuality, and align our therapeutic journey with your specific needs, fostering growth and self-acceptance.
You might feel judged, misunderstood, or marginalized because of your LGBTQ+ identity or unique sexual expressions like BDSM, kink, or polyamory.
As a sex and relationship therapist, I specialize in addressing sexual issues within the LGBTQ+ and kink communities, offering a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your identity and desires. Through tailored therapy, we'll work on acceptance, communication, and establishing fulfilling relationships that honor your true self.
You might feel judged, misunderstood, or marginalized because of your LGBTQ+ identity or unique sexual expressions like BDSM, kink, or polyamory.
As a sex and relationship therapist, I specialize in addressing sexual issues within the LGBTQ+ and kink communities, offering a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your identity and desires. Through tailored therapy, we'll work on acceptance, communication, and establishing fulfilling relationships that honor your true self.
I have over 21 years of experience as a therapist and academic working with general mental health issues, life cycle adjustments, sexuality topics, and intimacy issues, and individuals within the LGBTQIA and BDSM/ Kink communities.
Assisting people in their healing process is my passion. To better meet the needs of all clients who want to journey with me, I am transitioning to Thriveworks Columbia. This makes our work together accessible, utilizing insurance benefits. Please visit my Thriveworks Psychology Today profile
With love and gratitude for your interest, I cannot assist clients with legal issues, contact offenses, or recent psychiatric hospitalizations.
I have over 21 years of experience as a therapist and academic working with general mental health issues, life cycle adjustments, sexuality topics, and intimacy issues, and individuals within the LGBTQIA and BDSM/ Kink communities.
Assisting people in their healing process is my passion. To better meet the needs of all clients who want to journey with me, I am transitioning to Thriveworks Columbia. This makes our work together accessible, utilizing insurance benefits. Please visit my Thriveworks Psychology Today profile
With love and gratitude for your interest, I cannot assist clients with legal issues, contact offenses, or recent psychiatric hospitalizations.
Hi, my name is Renee Heagney, LCMHC. I earned my degree in Dance/Movement Therapy from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY. I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor and board certified dance/movement therapist. I also have training in adaptive yoga interventions. My work experience has been in hospitals, schools, and community mental health settings. I am rostered to provide TF-CBT, and specialize in treating trauma and working with and advocating for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Hi, my name is Renee Heagney, LCMHC. I earned my degree in Dance/Movement Therapy from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY. I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor and board certified dance/movement therapist. I also have training in adaptive yoga interventions. My work experience has been in hospitals, schools, and community mental health settings. I am rostered to provide TF-CBT, and specialize in treating trauma and working with and advocating for the LGBTQIA+ community.
You know one thing for sure- you don't want the marriage your parents had! You want an equitable division of labor, a sex life that thrives despite differences in libido, to open the relationship, or for your queer identity to fit into your marriage. Maybe just to stop fighting!
Interested in individual work? I'm also great with with sexual shame, out of control porn use, loss of libido, identity-curiosity, and relationship issues that aren't ready for couples work. I work well with people-pleasers, therapy nerds, and men who are new-ish to therapy.
Whatever you felt shy to share with your last therapist, I am here to help with.
You know one thing for sure- you don't want the marriage your parents had! You want an equitable division of labor, a sex life that thrives despite differences in libido, to open the relationship, or for your queer identity to fit into your marriage. Maybe just to stop fighting!
Interested in individual work? I'm also great with with sexual shame, out of control porn use, loss of libido, identity-curiosity, and relationship issues that aren't ready for couples work. I work well with people-pleasers, therapy nerds, and men who are new-ish to therapy.
Whatever you felt shy to share with your last therapist, I am here to help with.
I enjoy working with folks with low sexual desire or desire differences in couples, kink/fetish involvement, queer identities, unwanted sexual behaviors (infidelity, porn addiction, sex addiction), performance anxiety and erectile dysfunction, and sexual pain.
Do you find yourself feeling on edge, anxious, or overwhelmed with emotion - sometimes without a clear reason why? Painful experiences in life can get "stuck" in the mind and body, making it difficult to relax. Our work together will build on your strengths to develop inner calm, deeper relationships, and greater confidence in who you are.
I enjoy working with folks with low sexual desire or desire differences in couples, kink/fetish involvement, queer identities, unwanted sexual behaviors (infidelity, porn addiction, sex addiction), performance anxiety and erectile dysfunction, and sexual pain.
Do you find yourself feeling on edge, anxious, or overwhelmed with emotion - sometimes without a clear reason why? Painful experiences in life can get "stuck" in the mind and body, making it difficult to relax. Our work together will build on your strengths to develop inner calm, deeper relationships, and greater confidence in who you are.
Lynn Conner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28209
Waitlist for new clients
Reaching out for help can be hard. I commend you on taking the courageous first step to support your mental health. In our work together, it is my goal to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment for you to share your story and explore what may be holding you back. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with clients through life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, trauma, and self-worth concerns. I see adults and couples looking to create meaningful change in their lives.
Reaching out for help can be hard. I commend you on taking the courageous first step to support your mental health. In our work together, it is my goal to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment for you to share your story and explore what may be holding you back. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with clients through life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, trauma, and self-worth concerns. I see adults and couples looking to create meaningful change in their lives.
Maybe you’ve always felt different—too quiet, too intense, too weird, too much, or not enough. Maybe you’ve spent your life on the outside looking in, uncomfortable in your own skin, or like you’re constantly performing just to get through the day. You might find yourself wrestling with questions like: Who am I, really? What’s the point of all this? Will I ever feel at home in myself?
Maybe you’ve always felt different—too quiet, too intense, too weird, too much, or not enough. Maybe you’ve spent your life on the outside looking in, uncomfortable in your own skin, or like you’re constantly performing just to get through the day. You might find yourself wrestling with questions like: Who am I, really? What’s the point of all this? Will I ever feel at home in myself?
I specialize primarily in the treatment and healing from eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, perfectionism and family/couples therapy. I have extensive knowledge and training working with young people and their families, assisting them in coming together through the difficult treatment of eating disorders or other behavioral health issues. I provide families and parents with expert education, support and knowledge to empower them to help their loved one.
I specialize primarily in the treatment and healing from eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, perfectionism and family/couples therapy. I have extensive knowledge and training working with young people and their families, assisting them in coming together through the difficult treatment of eating disorders or other behavioral health issues. I provide families and parents with expert education, support and knowledge to empower them to help their loved one.
Do you feel that your life is out of control and you aren't sure how to get back on track? Do you find yourself feeling "stuck" and unsure what to do about it? Therapy can be a place to find your sense of control and learn how to heal. Working together, we can figure out the best way for you to live your most authentic and fulfilling life.
Do you feel that your life is out of control and you aren't sure how to get back on track? Do you find yourself feeling "stuck" and unsure what to do about it? Therapy can be a place to find your sense of control and learn how to heal. Working together, we can figure out the best way for you to live your most authentic and fulfilling life.
Joshua Anthony Diliberto
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, RYT
Charlotte, NC 28212
Waitlist for new clients
I am adept at treating much of the human condition because my training is Existential-Humanistic. My approach is holistic, client-centered, and tailored to the specific place you are in your world. I will help you connect with your purpose and meaning, as well as evoke the innate ability for healing. I do not believe in an ideal client, but there is an ideal relationship that we can establish together. I will ensure that you feel attended to, heard, and seen in the way you wish to be, and to become. You deserve stellar care! Visit or call for free 15 minute consultation.
I am adept at treating much of the human condition because my training is Existential-Humanistic. My approach is holistic, client-centered, and tailored to the specific place you are in your world. I will help you connect with your purpose and meaning, as well as evoke the innate ability for healing. I do not believe in an ideal client, but there is an ideal relationship that we can establish together. I will ensure that you feel attended to, heard, and seen in the way you wish to be, and to become. You deserve stellar care! Visit or call for free 15 minute consultation.
Alynne Davis Eating Disorder Therapist
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, CMP
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
You are exhausted. You have tried every diet, fix, and coping skill, yet you still wake up hating your body, fighting your thoughts, and wondering why you cannot get it together. You are not the problem. Patterns like binge eating, body shame, people pleasing, ADHD overwhelm, trauma responses, toxic relationships, and painful life transitions are not failures but survival strategies you have outgrown. I help women rebuild trust with themselves and create real, lasting healing. If you want something deeper, I am here.
You are exhausted. You have tried every diet, fix, and coping skill, yet you still wake up hating your body, fighting your thoughts, and wondering why you cannot get it together. You are not the problem. Patterns like binge eating, body shame, people pleasing, ADHD overwhelm, trauma responses, toxic relationships, and painful life transitions are not failures but survival strategies you have outgrown. I help women rebuild trust with themselves and create real, lasting healing. If you want something deeper, I am here.
The bright promising world we once knew can grow dark through our perceived negative experiences in life. It is hard to get out of a dark or chaotic place if we cannot see our way out. Mental health or Substance abuse counseling helps us to identify the incidents in life that may have influenced our current behavior, process it, and then restructure our thoughts and lives so that we can recapture a view of that light we once lost sight of. We can then set goals with intentional actions to help move forward to a more fulfilling version of ourselves through positive thought, constructive choices, and healthy relationships.
The bright promising world we once knew can grow dark through our perceived negative experiences in life. It is hard to get out of a dark or chaotic place if we cannot see our way out. Mental health or Substance abuse counseling helps us to identify the incidents in life that may have influenced our current behavior, process it, and then restructure our thoughts and lives so that we can recapture a view of that light we once lost sight of. We can then set goals with intentional actions to help move forward to a more fulfilling version of ourselves through positive thought, constructive choices, and healthy relationships.
I’m Jack—a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of North Carolina, and I provide therapy to adolescents and adults (14+). I’ve helped clients navigate many different challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, athlete mental health concerns, relationship and family conflicts, identity development, and more. I strongly believe that a safe and nonjudgmental environment is a must for effective therapy. I value sincerity and honesty in my practice, and it is important to me that my relationships with clients are compassionate and collaborative.
I’m Jack—a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of North Carolina, and I provide therapy to adolescents and adults (14+). I’ve helped clients navigate many different challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, athlete mental health concerns, relationship and family conflicts, identity development, and more. I strongly believe that a safe and nonjudgmental environment is a must for effective therapy. I value sincerity and honesty in my practice, and it is important to me that my relationships with clients are compassionate and collaborative.
Dr. Heinz, with a background in psychology and two decades of experience, specializes in intimacy, sex, and relationship counseling, on topics such as treating affairs, infidelity, porn addiction, sexual desire, sexual pain, sexual trauma, ED, PE, communication, intimacy, and sex and desire in long-term relationships. Safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space to find answers, expertise, and solutions, not personal opinions. Enhance your intimacy, improve communication, and reignite passion. Find the connection you deserve—author of three books. Sessions are available in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Heinz, with a background in psychology and two decades of experience, specializes in intimacy, sex, and relationship counseling, on topics such as treating affairs, infidelity, porn addiction, sexual desire, sexual pain, sexual trauma, ED, PE, communication, intimacy, and sex and desire in long-term relationships. Safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space to find answers, expertise, and solutions, not personal opinions. Enhance your intimacy, improve communication, and reignite passion. Find the connection you deserve—author of three books. Sessions are available in both Spanish and English.
I strive to meet people where they are and create a safe environment where people can process underlying trauma/life-challenge to support more alignment with their intuition/goals. Part of my work with people entails reframing/challenging negative self-talk, helping set realistic short-term goals to aid in accomplishing long-term ones, improving emotion regulation, and developing mindfulness skills. I am an ally in all forms and address people-problems regardless of labels. I enjoy helping LCAS-A, LCAS-R, CADC-A, CADC-R clinicians through virtual weekly supervision groups on Wednesdays at 12pm. Individual supervisions are available.
I strive to meet people where they are and create a safe environment where people can process underlying trauma/life-challenge to support more alignment with their intuition/goals. Part of my work with people entails reframing/challenging negative self-talk, helping set realistic short-term goals to aid in accomplishing long-term ones, improving emotion regulation, and developing mindfulness skills. I am an ally in all forms and address people-problems regardless of labels. I enjoy helping LCAS-A, LCAS-R, CADC-A, CADC-R clinicians through virtual weekly supervision groups on Wednesdays at 12pm. Individual supervisions are available.
Whether you are navigating life transitions, seeking clarity, or addressing challenges, our collaboration will be centered around fostering a meaningful connection with your inner self. One of my specialties is helping to navigate the beautiful and challenging stages of the perinatal and postpartum periods of life. Whether you're moving through the joys or grappling with the complexities, I am here to provide support to folks going through the life stages of conception, pregnancy, postpartum, loss, and infertility. I am also passionate about the importance of therapy for therapists.
Whether you are navigating life transitions, seeking clarity, or addressing challenges, our collaboration will be centered around fostering a meaningful connection with your inner self. One of my specialties is helping to navigate the beautiful and challenging stages of the perinatal and postpartum periods of life. Whether you're moving through the joys or grappling with the complexities, I am here to provide support to folks going through the life stages of conception, pregnancy, postpartum, loss, and infertility. I am also passionate about the importance of therapy for therapists.
Kate Walters
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, MT-BC, LCMHC-Q, CCS
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hey there! I'm Kate, a licensed therapist offering a warm and inviting space for individuals seeking support and guidance. With a focus on adults facing substance use disorders, young adults with Down syndrome, as well as those navigating life transitions, sadness, overwhelm, and leaving controlling groups, I provide compassionate care tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Hey there! I'm Kate, a licensed therapist offering a warm and inviting space for individuals seeking support and guidance. With a focus on adults facing substance use disorders, young adults with Down syndrome, as well as those navigating life transitions, sadness, overwhelm, and leaving controlling groups, I provide compassionate care tailored to your unique needs and goals.
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Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists
Why might an individual want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
A sex-positive or kinky individual may want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist because the client may feel safer and more supported discussing their experiences and challenges. A therapist who identifies as kink-friendly will have experience with clients having diverse sexual preferences and will likely be nonjudgmental and supportive about issues brought to the table. It is important to note that sex-positive, kink-allied individuals may find equal success with therapists who do not have such specialized knowledge and background. The most important factor in the success of therapy is for the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond.
Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in sex-positive, kink-allied treatment?
Generally, no. There are limited training programs and unofficial accreditations that therapists can pursue, but a therapist’s expertise will ultimately come from their previous experience with similar clients, their engagement with organizations that promote sex positivity or kink-allied lifestyles, and the importance they place on safety and cultural sensitivity.
How can individuals recognize a good sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
An experienced therapist is able to help clients explore their sexual identity and expression and relieve any discomfort or stigma attached to discussing such matters and the client’s overall challenges. A therapist who is sex-positive and kink-allied is able to create an environment that honors a client’s experience and sexual preferences. To recognize a good therapist, clients can simply ask directly about topics and issues important to them and gauge their comfort level and connection with a clinician based on the responses.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist with a focus on sex positivity and alternative sexual lifestyles?
Some individuals may feel most comfortable knowing that the clinician they’re working with has a commitment to creating an atmosphere of sex positivity and has experience with relationship diversity and alternative relationship structures. Working with a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist may help clients respect their own challenges and improve identity-affirming treatment.