Transgender Therapists in Charlotte, NC
Andy Sutton
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, M.Ed., LCMHC
Charlotte, NC 28210
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Andy Sutton (he/they), and I am a genderfluid counselor that has a deep passion for the 2S-LGBTQIA+, non-binary/ transgender, BIPOC, and neurodivergent communities.
I experience excitement and fulfillment with guiding clients in navigating PTSD/trauma, dissociation, anxiety, depression, life adjustment, grief, and family and relationship difficulties. My aim is to help clients regulate their nervous systems, find acceptance with all parts of themself, and tap into the curiosity and power of their inner healer.
My name is Andy Sutton (he/they), and I am a genderfluid counselor that has a deep passion for the 2S-LGBTQIA+, non-binary/ transgender, BIPOC, and neurodivergent communities.
I experience excitement and fulfillment with guiding clients in navigating PTSD/trauma, dissociation, anxiety, depression, life adjustment, grief, and family and relationship difficulties. My aim is to help clients regulate their nervous systems, find acceptance with all parts of themself, and tap into the curiosity and power of their inner healer.
Are you a sensitive, spiritual, and empathetic person who has experienced a spiritual awakening and now feels the weight of the world on your shoulders? Do you give so much to others that your own needs are overlooked, leaving you burnt out, exhausted, or emotionally drained? You are not alone. I work with self-aware, motivated individuals, especially LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients, who want to reclaim their energy, set healthy boundaries, and feel safe living authentically without hiding or masking who they truly are.
Are you a sensitive, spiritual, and empathetic person who has experienced a spiritual awakening and now feels the weight of the world on your shoulders? Do you give so much to others that your own needs are overlooked, leaving you burnt out, exhausted, or emotionally drained? You are not alone. I work with self-aware, motivated individuals, especially LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients, who want to reclaim their energy, set healthy boundaries, and feel safe living authentically without hiding or masking who they truly are.
My clinical lens is rooted in harm-reduction, person-in-environment, trauma-informed approaches, and family systems. I generally use an eclectic approach with modalities, but DBT is my favorite. I started my social work career in community-based mental health; in-home family therapy, crisis response, domestic violence, and supporting adolescents interfacing with the criminal justice system. I'm here for the clients who find themselves operating outside of societal norms and learning how to build their own path. I like to think of myself as equal parts affirming and challenging.
My clinical lens is rooted in harm-reduction, person-in-environment, trauma-informed approaches, and family systems. I generally use an eclectic approach with modalities, but DBT is my favorite. I started my social work career in community-based mental health; in-home family therapy, crisis response, domestic violence, and supporting adolescents interfacing with the criminal justice system. I'm here for the clients who find themselves operating outside of societal norms and learning how to build their own path. I like to think of myself as equal parts affirming and challenging.
We use the Informed Consent Model for gender-affirming surgery letters.
From Dr. Sweeney - My genuineness and humor assist in developing a strong therapeutic relationship. Through this relationship, I strive to help clients develop an increased awareness and motivation to overcome their struggles and improve their quality of life. Please note I only work with adults. Please see our website to learn more about our providers.
We use the Informed Consent Model for gender-affirming surgery letters.
From Dr. Sweeney - My genuineness and humor assist in developing a strong therapeutic relationship. Through this relationship, I strive to help clients develop an increased awareness and motivation to overcome their struggles and improve their quality of life. Please note I only work with adults. Please see our website to learn more about our providers.
I work from a somatic lens informed by training across many areas ( gender affirming care, therapeutic gaming, embodied recovery for eating disorders, etc.).
As a queer nonbinary person, enjoyer of nerdy things, and creator of art, I believe in the power of curiosity, creativity, and personal interests. You’re the expert of your own story, and I hope to collaborate with you to explore that story using the strength found in your unique passions and interests.
I work from a somatic lens informed by training across many areas ( gender affirming care, therapeutic gaming, embodied recovery for eating disorders, etc.).
As a queer nonbinary person, enjoyer of nerdy things, and creator of art, I believe in the power of curiosity, creativity, and personal interests. You’re the expert of your own story, and I hope to collaborate with you to explore that story using the strength found in your unique passions and interests.
Or maybe you are transgender or questioning being LGBTQ as you navigate coming out, lack of support, or facing decisions about transition?
I am dedicated to partnering with you to achieve your goals in a way that works best for YOU, fully supporting your path to joy and authenticity, shifting my approach for your unique needs and preferences. I practice using Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and other treatment models.
Or maybe you are transgender or questioning being LGBTQ as you navigate coming out, lack of support, or facing decisions about transition?
I am dedicated to partnering with you to achieve your goals in a way that works best for YOU, fully supporting your path to joy and authenticity, shifting my approach for your unique needs and preferences. I practice using Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and other treatment models.
I am passionate about providing a safe space for clients to explore all parts of themselves without judgement. Finding a therapist that is the right fit can be an overwhelming process, especially if you hold one or more marginalized identities. I strive to promote client autonomy and to collaborate with the people I work with to encourage healing and empowerment. I believe that we all have the capacity to grow into our most authentic selves, and as a therapist I work alongside my clients to support them in their unique journeys.
I am passionate about providing a safe space for clients to explore all parts of themselves without judgement. Finding a therapist that is the right fit can be an overwhelming process, especially if you hold one or more marginalized identities. I strive to promote client autonomy and to collaborate with the people I work with to encourage healing and empowerment. I believe that we all have the capacity to grow into our most authentic selves, and as a therapist I work alongside my clients to support them in their unique journeys.
Finding the right therapist to feel fully seen, safe and understood can be a journey. Especially if you embody one or more marginalized and misunderstood identities! I understand if you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or alone. I would be honored to support you on your journey of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and personal growth. I am dedicated to providing a compassionate and inclusive therapeutic environment where you can freely express yourself and discover your authentic self.
Finding the right therapist to feel fully seen, safe and understood can be a journey. Especially if you embody one or more marginalized and misunderstood identities! I understand if you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or alone. I would be honored to support you on your journey of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and personal growth. I am dedicated to providing a compassionate and inclusive therapeutic environment where you can freely express yourself and discover your authentic self.
Do you have a longing to be seen and understood, but feel equally as terrified of the vulnerability it would take to have these needs met? You’re not alone. Complex trauma can affect your view of yourself, others, and the world around you. This can be especially daunting when holding identities that are marginalized. I am here to support any and all aspects of your internal world and external realities.
Do you have a longing to be seen and understood, but feel equally as terrified of the vulnerability it would take to have these needs met? You’re not alone. Complex trauma can affect your view of yourself, others, and the world around you. This can be especially daunting when holding identities that are marginalized. I am here to support any and all aspects of your internal world and external realities.
As human's we all want to grow and flourish! It is so difficult to do when we are alone and surrounded by the judgement of others. I offer a space where people can come to work through life's difficulties and experience acceptance for who they are. I work with clients of all ages. I am passionate about using my background in human development and family systems in the therapy space with children, adolescents, and parents. I will work with clients across a spectrum of diagnosis but I am especially passionate about working with clients with Anxiety, ADHD, and Autism and LGBTQ+ clients.
As human's we all want to grow and flourish! It is so difficult to do when we are alone and surrounded by the judgement of others. I offer a space where people can come to work through life's difficulties and experience acceptance for who they are. I work with clients of all ages. I am passionate about using my background in human development and family systems in the therapy space with children, adolescents, and parents. I will work with clients across a spectrum of diagnosis but I am especially passionate about working with clients with Anxiety, ADHD, and Autism and LGBTQ+ clients.
My therapeutic approach integrates trauma-informed care, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and somatic therapy to honor the connection between mind and body. By incorporating mindfulness and body-based awareness, I help clients reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and foster healing from stress, anxiety, or past trauma.
My therapeutic approach integrates trauma-informed care, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and somatic therapy to honor the connection between mind and body. By incorporating mindfulness and body-based awareness, I help clients reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and foster healing from stress, anxiety, or past trauma.
I believe it is my job to collaborate with my clients to create a Narrative that feels authentic and attuned, and goes beyond binary thinking. We often get lost in what we feel like we should or can't do, which confines us in little boxes that make it hard for us to feel vibrant and celebrate our uniqueness. When we explore and deconstruct the social constraints and the context of the environment that shaped us, we begin to discover the biases that don't align with our personal experiences or beliefs. This grants the autonomy and freedom to get in touch with our most core self and better understand how we interact with our world.
I believe it is my job to collaborate with my clients to create a Narrative that feels authentic and attuned, and goes beyond binary thinking. We often get lost in what we feel like we should or can't do, which confines us in little boxes that make it hard for us to feel vibrant and celebrate our uniqueness. When we explore and deconstruct the social constraints and the context of the environment that shaped us, we begin to discover the biases that don't align with our personal experiences or beliefs. This grants the autonomy and freedom to get in touch with our most core self and better understand how we interact with our world.
Exhausted from anxiously battling against the current? I'm here to support you in finding better ways to move through the heaviness, and strengthen your ability to navigate the state of the world while still finding joy, ease, love, belonging, and meaningful resistance to harmful systems. Feeling disconnected from one’s sense of self and body, from others, from community, can lead us to feel empty, aching and traumatized. Repairing connections can help us feel safer in our own bodies. We'll work through shame to help you feel safer, and be braver, more resilient, and more deeply connected to yourself and the people around you.
Exhausted from anxiously battling against the current? I'm here to support you in finding better ways to move through the heaviness, and strengthen your ability to navigate the state of the world while still finding joy, ease, love, belonging, and meaningful resistance to harmful systems. Feeling disconnected from one’s sense of self and body, from others, from community, can lead us to feel empty, aching and traumatized. Repairing connections can help us feel safer in our own bodies. We'll work through shame to help you feel safer, and be braver, more resilient, and more deeply connected to yourself and the people around you.
On the outside you seem fine, but inside your emotions feel loud, heavy, and misunderstood. Maybe you hold back out of fear of judgment, conflict, or feeling “too much.” You deserve a space where your feelings make sense, where you can unpack without shame and learn to communicate with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Together, we’ll strengthen the relationships that matter most—especially the one you have with yourself. I draw from Gottman Method Therapy with couples and EMDR to help process trauma, deepen insight, and create meaningful, lasting change.
On the outside you seem fine, but inside your emotions feel loud, heavy, and misunderstood. Maybe you hold back out of fear of judgment, conflict, or feeling “too much.” You deserve a space where your feelings make sense, where you can unpack without shame and learn to communicate with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Together, we’ll strengthen the relationships that matter most—especially the one you have with yourself. I draw from Gottman Method Therapy with couples and EMDR to help process trauma, deepen insight, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Elizabeth Ponds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I go by Ellis, and I am autistic, disabled, queer, and agender. <3 I believe you are the expert of your own experience, possessing inherent worth and galactic inner landscapes that deserve to be seen and celebrated. I enjoy working with clients who want to carve a fulfilling, value-led path outside of neuro-normativity and all systems of oppression. We may be a good fit if you are someone who feels at great depths and grapples with existential grief. Perhaps you're creative, autistic, AuDHD, 2e/3e, an OCDer, chronically ill, or LGBTQIA+ (ace/aro/trans/nb/enm)? Perhaps you are a pretty neat human? I'm honored to be here with you. :)
I go by Ellis, and I am autistic, disabled, queer, and agender. <3 I believe you are the expert of your own experience, possessing inherent worth and galactic inner landscapes that deserve to be seen and celebrated. I enjoy working with clients who want to carve a fulfilling, value-led path outside of neuro-normativity and all systems of oppression. We may be a good fit if you are someone who feels at great depths and grapples with existential grief. Perhaps you're creative, autistic, AuDHD, 2e/3e, an OCDer, chronically ill, or LGBTQIA+ (ace/aro/trans/nb/enm)? Perhaps you are a pretty neat human? I'm honored to be here with you. :)
WaterYourFire Wellness Collective- Dr. Winley K.
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, HSP-P
2 Endorsed
Online Only
WaterYourFire Wellness Collective specializes in working with Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQ-GNC+ individuals, and folks navigating trauma related to ethno-racial identity, class, sexuality, gender identity and expression, and sexual violence.
The decision to pursue counseling can be a tough but courageous step. People choose to seek out therapy for a variety of reasons, whether it is to explore and better understand parts of self or to address specific areas of concerns. WaterYourFire Wellness Collective works with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and presenting concerns. WYFWC currently operates via Telehealth Therapy (online). WYFWC also provides services in any PsyPact state- see participating states here: https://psypact.site-ym.com/page/psypactmap)
WaterYourFire Wellness Collective specializes in working with Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQ-GNC+ individuals, and folks navigating trauma related to ethno-racial identity, class, sexuality, gender identity and expression, and sexual violence.
The decision to pursue counseling can be a tough but courageous step. People choose to seek out therapy for a variety of reasons, whether it is to explore and better understand parts of self or to address specific areas of concerns. WaterYourFire Wellness Collective works with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and presenting concerns. WYFWC currently operates via Telehealth Therapy (online). WYFWC also provides services in any PsyPact state- see participating states here: https://psypact.site-ym.com/page/psypactmap)
I have a passion for working with clients exploring all forms of identity but have special interest in assisting in gender identity exploration.
Immediate availability for queer and trans adults & students. Looking for a therapist who has a geunine conversational approach? I’m a nonbinary, tattooed clinician who believes clinical expertise and a down-to-earth personality aren't mutually exclusive. I bring both professional training and lived experience into session. I specialize in working with trans, non-binary, and queer adults navigating identity exploration, coming out, medical transition decisions, family dynamics, religious trauma, and the complex emotional landscape of living authentically in systems that don’t always affirm you.
I have a passion for working with clients exploring all forms of identity but have special interest in assisting in gender identity exploration.
Immediate availability for queer and trans adults & students. Looking for a therapist who has a geunine conversational approach? I’m a nonbinary, tattooed clinician who believes clinical expertise and a down-to-earth personality aren't mutually exclusive. I bring both professional training and lived experience into session. I specialize in working with trans, non-binary, and queer adults navigating identity exploration, coming out, medical transition decisions, family dynamics, religious trauma, and the complex emotional landscape of living authentically in systems that don’t always affirm you.
Are you struggling with feeling like you don’t fit in? Does no one else seem to think the way you do? Perhaps you’re struggling with your identity or not being seen for the person you truly are. Is the weight of expectations for who you “should” be or what you “should” do pressing down on you? Do you find yourself constantly overwhelmed, having difficulty holding onto the thoughts that swirl through your brain? Do days and months pass with nothing to show for them, nothing changing? Are there so many things that you wish you could do, if only you knew where to start? Do you crave real connection, to feel understood?
Are you struggling with feeling like you don’t fit in? Does no one else seem to think the way you do? Perhaps you’re struggling with your identity or not being seen for the person you truly are. Is the weight of expectations for who you “should” be or what you “should” do pressing down on you? Do you find yourself constantly overwhelmed, having difficulty holding onto the thoughts that swirl through your brain? Do days and months pass with nothing to show for them, nothing changing? Are there so many things that you wish you could do, if only you knew where to start? Do you crave real connection, to feel understood?
Not accepting new clients at this time.
Do you struggle with PTSD? Having frequent nightmares? Overwhelming feelings of fear? Trying to find out who you are while dealing with the effects of trauma can be really hard, and it’s even harder if you’re feeling alone. If you’ve been walking the road of ‘survival’ for a long time, I’m here to help you imagine a life where you can begin to feel grounded, resilient, and free.
Not accepting new clients at this time.
Do you struggle with PTSD? Having frequent nightmares? Overwhelming feelings of fear? Trying to find out who you are while dealing with the effects of trauma can be really hard, and it’s even harder if you’re feeling alone. If you’ve been walking the road of ‘survival’ for a long time, I’m here to help you imagine a life where you can begin to feel grounded, resilient, and free.
Taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming, especially when addiction, childhood trauma, or attachment wounds are part of your story. As a physician providing integrated psychiatric and psychotherapeutic care, I help adults understand and heal the deeper patterns driving emotional distress and substance use. My work focuses on addiction and relational trauma that often underlie anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles. Using an attachment-focused approach with EMDR therapy, I support meaningful, lasting change in a collaborative, unhurried, and respectful space that honors your pace.
Taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming, especially when addiction, childhood trauma, or attachment wounds are part of your story. As a physician providing integrated psychiatric and psychotherapeutic care, I help adults understand and heal the deeper patterns driving emotional distress and substance use. My work focuses on addiction and relational trauma that often underlie anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles. Using an attachment-focused approach with EMDR therapy, I support meaningful, lasting change in a collaborative, unhurried, and respectful space that honors your pace.
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Nearby Transgender Therapists Searches for Charlotte
- Belmont
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- Cornelius
- Harrisburg
- Huntersville
- Indian Trail
- Matthews
- Mint Hill
- Mount Holly
- Pineville
- Stallings
- Waxhaw
Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.