Transgender Therapists in Charlotte, NC
I'm a Black, neurodivergent LMFT, certified Therapeutic BDSM clinician, and human sexuality educator with over 20 years in this work. I work with people whose sexuality, relationships, identity, or pleasure don't fit the script — and who are tired of explaining the basics to a therapist before they can start the actual work.
My clients are queer, kink, poly, ENM, BIPOC, neurodivergent — usually some combination. We work on relationship ruptures, sexual shame, infidelity, gender and identity questions, anxiety and depression, and the weight of carrying all of it in a world that wasn't built for us.
I'm a Black, neurodivergent LMFT, certified Therapeutic BDSM clinician, and human sexuality educator with over 20 years in this work. I work with people whose sexuality, relationships, identity, or pleasure don't fit the script — and who are tired of explaining the basics to a therapist before they can start the actual work.
My clients are queer, kink, poly, ENM, BIPOC, neurodivergent — usually some combination. We work on relationship ruptures, sexual shame, infidelity, gender and identity questions, anxiety and depression, and the weight of carrying all of it in a world that wasn't built for us.
Have you felt like you are “too much,” “not enough,” or somehow not quite fitting into the expectations placed on you?
I understand the importance of creating affirming, supportive spaces where people feel safe to be fully themselves. I have experience supporting individuals through a collaborative and compassionate approach grounded in understanding and connection. I also bring personal insight into ADHD, parenting, neurodivergent households, and anxiety/depression, which helps me approach clients with empathy and authenticity.
Have you felt like you are “too much,” “not enough,” or somehow not quite fitting into the expectations placed on you?
I understand the importance of creating affirming, supportive spaces where people feel safe to be fully themselves. I have experience supporting individuals through a collaborative and compassionate approach grounded in understanding and connection. I also bring personal insight into ADHD, parenting, neurodivergent households, and anxiety/depression, which helps me approach clients with empathy and authenticity.
You might be at a point where you are tired of overthinking everything, questioning yourself, repeating the same relationship patterns, or carrying experiences you thought you would’ve moved past by now. Maybe anxiety keeps you stuck in your head, relationships leave you wondering why you keep ending up in the same place, or life simply doesn’t feel the way you thought it would by now. You know something needs to change; you may just need help figuring out what that change looks like.
You might be at a point where you are tired of overthinking everything, questioning yourself, repeating the same relationship patterns, or carrying experiences you thought you would’ve moved past by now. Maybe anxiety keeps you stuck in your head, relationships leave you wondering why you keep ending up in the same place, or life simply doesn’t feel the way you thought it would by now. You know something needs to change; you may just need help figuring out what that change looks like.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards wellness! No matter the reason you’re seeking support, my goal is to show up for you in a nonjudgmental, affirming, and compassionate way. Life can throw a lot of curveballs towards us, and I am honored to walk beside you in every step of your journey. In session, I use an eclectic therapeutic approach, meaning I find value in multiple counseling theories to offer you a unique and individualized therapeutic experience that best meets your needs. I am client-centered and meet you where you are- I aim to create a collaborative atmosphere where we work together to achieve wellness.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards wellness! No matter the reason you’re seeking support, my goal is to show up for you in a nonjudgmental, affirming, and compassionate way. Life can throw a lot of curveballs towards us, and I am honored to walk beside you in every step of your journey. In session, I use an eclectic therapeutic approach, meaning I find value in multiple counseling theories to offer you a unique and individualized therapeutic experience that best meets your needs. I am client-centered and meet you where you are- I aim to create a collaborative atmosphere where we work together to achieve wellness.
DBT-informed; experience with trauma treatment including Seeking Safety curriculum; focus in teens, trauma and abuse survivors, BPD, anxiety, transgender issues - especially with pre-transitional clients and those in early transition.
I specialize in trauma recovery, personality disorders - especially BPD and OCPD - Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorders (CSBD) and working with trans youth. I use an eclectic array of approaches including CBT, DBT, Reality Therapy, Exposure Therapy, non-faith based Religious Counseling, etc. and am certified in Written Exposure Therapy (WET).
DBT-informed; experience with trauma treatment including Seeking Safety curriculum; focus in teens, trauma and abuse survivors, BPD, anxiety, transgender issues - especially with pre-transitional clients and those in early transition.
I specialize in trauma recovery, personality disorders - especially BPD and OCPD - Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorders (CSBD) and working with trans youth. I use an eclectic array of approaches including CBT, DBT, Reality Therapy, Exposure Therapy, non-faith based Religious Counseling, etc. and am certified in Written Exposure Therapy (WET).
Are you feeling overwhelmed by grief, anxiety, depression or relationship struggles? You don't have to navigate this alone. I specialize in helping people move through painful losses, traumatic experiences and the emotional weight that often accompanies major life transitions. Whether you're grieving a loved one, struggling with anxiety or depression, or trying to repair important relationships, I offer a safe and supportive space where healing can begin.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by grief, anxiety, depression or relationship struggles? You don't have to navigate this alone. I specialize in helping people move through painful losses, traumatic experiences and the emotional weight that often accompanies major life transitions. Whether you're grieving a loved one, struggling with anxiety or depression, or trying to repair important relationships, I offer a safe and supportive space where healing can begin.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Kate Maynor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
Waitlist for new clients
Part of Kate's practice includes providing letters for gender-affirming care.
Kate has experience working as a psychotherapist in outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings with clients of all ages. Kate's areas of expertise include anxiety, ADHD, Autism, depression, trauma, and parenting. Kate often incorporates Natural Lifesmanship, CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, mindfulness, and other somatic strategies in sessions.
Part of Kate's practice includes providing letters for gender-affirming care.
Kate has experience working as a psychotherapist in outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings with clients of all ages. Kate's areas of expertise include anxiety, ADHD, Autism, depression, trauma, and parenting. Kate often incorporates Natural Lifesmanship, CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, mindfulness, and other somatic strategies in sessions.
As a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate with a passion for helping individuals overcome life's challenges. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anger management, & depression. With a focus on working with children, families, & adults. I am committed to providing a safe & supportive environment where healing & growth can take place. I believe in a holistic & client-centered approach to therapy, tailoring my interventions to meet the unique needs & goals of each individual & family I work with. By fostering a compassionate therapeutic relationship, I aim to empower my clients to discover their inner strength & resilience.
As a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate with a passion for helping individuals overcome life's challenges. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anger management, & depression. With a focus on working with children, families, & adults. I am committed to providing a safe & supportive environment where healing & growth can take place. I believe in a holistic & client-centered approach to therapy, tailoring my interventions to meet the unique needs & goals of each individual & family I work with. By fostering a compassionate therapeutic relationship, I aim to empower my clients to discover their inner strength & resilience.
You wake up each day and the world around you feels more difficult to understand and engage with. You find yourself encountering obstacles everywhere and you feel stuck. You say to yourself “I’ve tried talking with family and friends, and nothing has changed”. The symptoms of stress, anxiety, and sadness haven't gone away or even lessened and you don't understand why. I understand reaching out to a counselor can be a frightening decision. You want to make sure you find the right person to connect with to talk about your painful and confusing thoughts and emotions. I’m here for you. I will listen to respond and not to react.
You wake up each day and the world around you feels more difficult to understand and engage with. You find yourself encountering obstacles everywhere and you feel stuck. You say to yourself “I’ve tried talking with family and friends, and nothing has changed”. The symptoms of stress, anxiety, and sadness haven't gone away or even lessened and you don't understand why. I understand reaching out to a counselor can be a frightening decision. You want to make sure you find the right person to connect with to talk about your painful and confusing thoughts and emotions. I’m here for you. I will listen to respond and not to react.
Have you become so used to being the strong one that you’ve forgotten what it’s feels like to ask for support? On the outside, you seem to have it together. You’re successful, dependable, and everyone comes to you for advice. But behind the scenes, you’re exhausted from trying to meet everyone’s expectations while quietly questioning yourself.
Many of my clients struggle with confidence, boundaries, dating, people-pleasing, burnout, or navigating major life transitions. They want healthier relationships, a stronger sense of self, and the freedom to stop living for everyone else.
Have you become so used to being the strong one that you’ve forgotten what it’s feels like to ask for support? On the outside, you seem to have it together. You’re successful, dependable, and everyone comes to you for advice. But behind the scenes, you’re exhausted from trying to meet everyone’s expectations while quietly questioning yourself.
Many of my clients struggle with confidence, boundaries, dating, people-pleasing, burnout, or navigating major life transitions. They want healthier relationships, a stronger sense of self, and the freedom to stop living for everyone else.
I work with thoughtful, high-functioning adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck despite doing everything "right." Many seek support for anxiety, trauma, ADHD, burnout, relationships, identity, or life transitions. Sessions take place in my private boutique-style office, offering a calm, confidential alternative to traditional medical settings. Together, we'll move beyond simply managing symptoms toward understanding yourself, finding balance, and creating meaningful, lasting change.
I work with thoughtful, high-functioning adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck despite doing everything "right." Many seek support for anxiety, trauma, ADHD, burnout, relationships, identity, or life transitions. Sessions take place in my private boutique-style office, offering a calm, confidential alternative to traditional medical settings. Together, we'll move beyond simply managing symptoms toward understanding yourself, finding balance, and creating meaningful, lasting change.
My ideal clients are children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, ADHD, relationship challenges, divorce, co-parenting, or difficult life transitions. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of what comes next. At Egan Counseling & Consulting, we provide a warm, supportive space to feel heard and understood while building practical tools for healing, healthier communication, stronger relationships, and lasting change.
My ideal clients are children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, ADHD, relationship challenges, divorce, co-parenting, or difficult life transitions. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of what comes next. At Egan Counseling & Consulting, we provide a warm, supportive space to feel heard and understood while building practical tools for healing, healthier communication, stronger relationships, and lasting change.
Licensed professional counselor supervisor offering individual and group supervision. People question how to find harmony in their life of obstacles and constant change. I am here to provide support in enhancing skills that brings balance to many areas of living. Gaining insight of what matters most to you, building skills, and connecting patterns that create better understanding of yourself and others can increase success. Skill enhancement to include communication, bonding, relationship, anger, and stress management is provided. With all of my clients, I strive to identify interventions and methods that match their needs while empowering them to make change.
Licensed professional counselor supervisor offering individual and group supervision. People question how to find harmony in their life of obstacles and constant change. I am here to provide support in enhancing skills that brings balance to many areas of living. Gaining insight of what matters most to you, building skills, and connecting patterns that create better understanding of yourself and others can increase success. Skill enhancement to include communication, bonding, relationship, anger, and stress management is provided. With all of my clients, I strive to identify interventions and methods that match their needs while empowering them to make change.
Feeling stuck in the same patterns can be exhausting, especially when you’re trying to change, but something keeps pulling you back. You might feel disconnected from yourself, unsure of who you are, or struggling to feel safe and grounded in your life or relationships. Therapy with me isn’t about just talking things through. It's about helping you actually feel different. I use body-based and trauma-informed approaches like Lifespan Integration and EMDR to help you reconnect with yourself, process what’s been holding you back, and build a stronger, more stable sense of who you are.
Feeling stuck in the same patterns can be exhausting, especially when you’re trying to change, but something keeps pulling you back. You might feel disconnected from yourself, unsure of who you are, or struggling to feel safe and grounded in your life or relationships. Therapy with me isn’t about just talking things through. It's about helping you actually feel different. I use body-based and trauma-informed approaches like Lifespan Integration and EMDR to help you reconnect with yourself, process what’s been holding you back, and build a stronger, more stable sense of who you are.
Carrie Barto
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
5 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28204
Waitlist for new clients
Life is always changing direction keeping us in a constant state of transition. At times these changes can become overwhelming. Some of these changes include death of a loved one, relationship status, identity issues, and unresolved childhood pain. You don't need to struggle through these hard times on your own. You deserve support, understanding, and care in a non-judgmental environment. You don't have to be alone; I'm here for you.
Life is always changing direction keeping us in a constant state of transition. At times these changes can become overwhelming. Some of these changes include death of a loved one, relationship status, identity issues, and unresolved childhood pain. You don't need to struggle through these hard times on your own. You deserve support, understanding, and care in a non-judgmental environment. You don't have to be alone; I'm here for you.
Jessica Ruiz holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Antioch University New England. Jessica is a fully Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina, Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and a National Certified Counselor. Prior to her counseling career, she worked in medical education administration for 19 years where she became inspired to pursue a new career as a mental health counselor. Jessica has experience in individual psychotherapy, community mental health, Latinx and military counseling, and suicide prevention programs.
Jessica Ruiz holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Antioch University New England. Jessica is a fully Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina, Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and a National Certified Counselor. Prior to her counseling career, she worked in medical education administration for 19 years where she became inspired to pursue a new career as a mental health counselor. Jessica has experience in individual psychotherapy, community mental health, Latinx and military counseling, and suicide prevention programs.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Children (ages 6 to 17): I serve children and adolescents with ADHD, adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma/stress related issues, schizophrenia, addictions, truancy issues, low self-esteem.
Adults (18+): I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, addictions, ADHD, personality disorders, identity concerns, adjustment to life changes or new conditions, separation and relationship changes (including break-ups and divorce), challenges related to parenting (including new and empty-nest parents), work and role transitions (such as teachers or retirees), anger, and domestic violence–related issues.
Children (ages 6 to 17): I serve children and adolescents with ADHD, adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma/stress related issues, schizophrenia, addictions, truancy issues, low self-esteem.
Adults (18+): I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, addictions, ADHD, personality disorders, identity concerns, adjustment to life changes or new conditions, separation and relationship changes (including break-ups and divorce), challenges related to parenting (including new and empty-nest parents), work and role transitions (such as teachers or retirees), anger, and domestic violence–related issues.
Are you tired of pretending you’re fine? Whether it’s addiction, grief, a breakup, or feeling lost in life, the weight is real — and you don’t have to carry it alone.
Are you tired of pretending you’re fine? Whether it’s addiction, grief, a breakup, or feeling lost in life, the weight is real — and you don’t have to carry it alone.
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