LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Hillsborough, NC
Jen Niles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CCS, RYT 200
1 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278
I am a therapist with NC Therapy Professionals, PLLC. I have many years of experience working with people around coping, problem solving, and addressing emotional needs. I don't use cookie cutter interventions; I tailor interventions to the individual's needs. I practice using trauma informed and identity affirming interventions. I have completed level 1 AEDP immersion for treatment of developmental trauma and attachment issues.
I am a therapist with NC Therapy Professionals, PLLC. I have many years of experience working with people around coping, problem solving, and addressing emotional needs. I don't use cookie cutter interventions; I tailor interventions to the individual's needs. I practice using trauma informed and identity affirming interventions. I have completed level 1 AEDP immersion for treatment of developmental trauma and attachment issues.
J. Louise Newton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SEP
6 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Waitlist for new clients
I am a member of WPATH and provide queer and gender expansive competent therapy and evaluations for transgender community members seeking a range of medical interventions.
March 2026: I have limited openings for new patients. You are welcome to contact me and I will respond about scheduling a consultation as I am able and will discuss your care needs and therapy goals. I am a warm and charismatic psychotherapist and am excited to become a resource and support for you. If you have become overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, are worried that you have developed an addiction, or are concerned that your trauma is impacting you lust for life, you may be at the precipice of profound growth. Together we can create a safe enough space to navigate your change efforts in an effective and affirming way.
I am a member of WPATH and provide queer and gender expansive competent therapy and evaluations for transgender community members seeking a range of medical interventions.
March 2026: I have limited openings for new patients. You are welcome to contact me and I will respond about scheduling a consultation as I am able and will discuss your care needs and therapy goals. I am a warm and charismatic psychotherapist and am excited to become a resource and support for you. If you have become overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, are worried that you have developed an addiction, or are concerned that your trauma is impacting you lust for life, you may be at the precipice of profound growth. Together we can create a safe enough space to navigate your change efforts in an effective and affirming way.
Lucy Katherine Lang Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
1 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Waitlist for new clients
I have a particular interest in serving LGBTQ+ clients and clients with Autism, ADHD, or others who identify as neurodivergent.
I believe that creating a safe, respectful, environment that fosters trust is essential to therapy. My practice is influenced by Narrative Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, and Feminist Theory. I believe that mental health challenges are rational responses to an irrational world. Once we understand this, we have much more room to engage with problems in a helpful way.
I have a particular interest in serving LGBTQ+ clients and clients with Autism, ADHD, or others who identify as neurodivergent.
I believe that creating a safe, respectful, environment that fosters trust is essential to therapy. My practice is influenced by Narrative Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, and Feminist Theory. I believe that mental health challenges are rational responses to an irrational world. Once we understand this, we have much more room to engage with problems in a helpful way.
During my academic studies in Psychology, Philosophy, Religion, and Social Work I was introduced to the intersections of Queer and Gender theories and became ignited with the framework of knowledge, power, control, and paths to liberation, all of which continue to inform my practice.
I will help you gain insight, see things differently, behave differently, and find pathways to resources to access to connection and joy. My advanced and dedicated psychotherapy training in evidenced based treatment for trauma recovery equips me to work with children, families, and adults facing an array of care needs.
During my academic studies in Psychology, Philosophy, Religion, and Social Work I was introduced to the intersections of Queer and Gender theories and became ignited with the framework of knowledge, power, control, and paths to liberation, all of which continue to inform my practice.
I will help you gain insight, see things differently, behave differently, and find pathways to resources to access to connection and joy. My advanced and dedicated psychotherapy training in evidenced based treatment for trauma recovery equips me to work with children, families, and adults facing an array of care needs.
I am bicultural and bilingual (Spanish) and welcome individuals of any background particularly clients who are women, LGBTQA, BIPOC, Latine, or poly/practicing ENM.
I enjoy working with individuals who are seeking lasting healing and transformation and a more embodied and aligned life. You may have already engaged in some healing work and now need an in-depth and focused approach to address the root of your pain or distress. Old patterns, wounding, and trauma live in our bodies and show up in our relationships, feelings, beliefs, and physical sensations. We will work together to heal and integrate these through a therapeutic approach that is relational, somatic, trauma-informed, and understands your identity within our larger culture and systems.
I am bicultural and bilingual (Spanish) and welcome individuals of any background particularly clients who are women, LGBTQA, BIPOC, Latine, or poly/practicing ENM.
I enjoy working with individuals who are seeking lasting healing and transformation and a more embodied and aligned life. You may have already engaged in some healing work and now need an in-depth and focused approach to address the root of your pain or distress. Old patterns, wounding, and trauma live in our bodies and show up in our relationships, feelings, beliefs, and physical sensations. We will work together to heal and integrate these through a therapeutic approach that is relational, somatic, trauma-informed, and understands your identity within our larger culture and systems.
I offer individual virtual therapy for LGBTQIA+ identified or questioning teens and adults.
Awkwardness is welcome and perfection is never expected. Therapy should be real, collaborative, and sometimes a little messy. With me, you might laugh, cry, and curse all in the same session. There’s no “expert on a pedestal", just real people doing real work. I see therapy not only as a mirror or a container, but a portal for growth and self-understanding.
I offer individual virtual therapy for LGBTQIA+ identified or questioning teens and adults.
Awkwardness is welcome and perfection is never expected. Therapy should be real, collaborative, and sometimes a little messy. With me, you might laugh, cry, and curse all in the same session. There’s no “expert on a pedestal", just real people doing real work. I see therapy not only as a mirror or a container, but a portal for growth and self-understanding.
There comes a point when the weight of the accumulated hurt becomes unbearable. So many of them are likely not even yours to bare, but forming yourself to them may have even helped keep you safe. So, now that you're here, what do you want to put down? What do you want to make space for in your daily life after the loud chaos of the past is brought down to size?
Challenging our old ways of living, and struggling in the world is hard. Figuring out the best way forward can also feel daunting. You can have a life that feels in balance, where you have room for softness for yourself and others, and you don't have to do it alone.
There comes a point when the weight of the accumulated hurt becomes unbearable. So many of them are likely not even yours to bare, but forming yourself to them may have even helped keep you safe. So, now that you're here, what do you want to put down? What do you want to make space for in your daily life after the loud chaos of the past is brought down to size?
Challenging our old ways of living, and struggling in the world is hard. Figuring out the best way forward can also feel daunting. You can have a life that feels in balance, where you have room for softness for yourself and others, and you don't have to do it alone.
Are you feeling stuck, anxious, sad, angry, or simply feeling like no one is listening? How about hurting on the inside, feeling as if nothing matters, or, more importantly, feeling that you do not matter? Congratulations, you've taken your first step on your journey toward self-awareness and healing!
Are you feeling stuck, anxious, sad, angry, or simply feeling like no one is listening? How about hurting on the inside, feeling as if nothing matters, or, more importantly, feeling that you do not matter? Congratulations, you've taken your first step on your journey toward self-awareness and healing!
My practice focuses on supporting clients improve the quality of their relationships, and therefore, their lives. I am a seasoned psychologist with advanced certifications in sex and couples therapy. Clients describe me as authentic, humorous, creative, non-judgmental and effective. Couples come to my practice seeking to improve communication, manage conflict resolution, parenting challenges, sexual issues, and recovery from ruptures and betrayal.
My practice focuses on supporting clients improve the quality of their relationships, and therefore, their lives. I am a seasoned psychologist with advanced certifications in sex and couples therapy. Clients describe me as authentic, humorous, creative, non-judgmental and effective. Couples come to my practice seeking to improve communication, manage conflict resolution, parenting challenges, sexual issues, and recovery from ruptures and betrayal.
I am committed to anti-racist, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse-affirming, trauma-informed care.
If this sounds like a good fit, I'd love to connect!
I am committed to anti-racist, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse-affirming, trauma-informed care.
If this sounds like a good fit, I'd love to connect!
You look fine on the outside, but inside you’re drowning. It takes so much energy to get through the day. You’re exhausted but you can’t relax: there’s always something you should be doing. So you keep pushing, hoping that if you dig a little deeper, you’ll finally earn the right to rest. Our culture treats running on fumes as normal, so it’s easy to equate burnout with dedication. But living in survival mode has real costs to your health, relationships, and sense of self. Therapy can help you slow down long enough to understand what's underneath your exhaustion and begin creating a way of living that feels more sustainable.
You look fine on the outside, but inside you’re drowning. It takes so much energy to get through the day. You’re exhausted but you can’t relax: there’s always something you should be doing. So you keep pushing, hoping that if you dig a little deeper, you’ll finally earn the right to rest. Our culture treats running on fumes as normal, so it’s easy to equate burnout with dedication. But living in survival mode has real costs to your health, relationships, and sense of self. Therapy can help you slow down long enough to understand what's underneath your exhaustion and begin creating a way of living that feels more sustainable.
I have been a school social worker and therapist for over 22 years and have had the honor of working with people of different ages and backgrounds. I work with people of all orientations and gender identities. I am passionate about working with people affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse and neglect, violence, ADHD, and parenting and relationship issues. If you are exploring this site, it is likely you are struggling with something significant in your life. Taking this initial step to explore therapy and gain insight and awareness into yourself is a brave and courageous act!
I have been a school social worker and therapist for over 22 years and have had the honor of working with people of different ages and backgrounds. I work with people of all orientations and gender identities. I am passionate about working with people affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse and neglect, violence, ADHD, and parenting and relationship issues. If you are exploring this site, it is likely you are struggling with something significant in your life. Taking this initial step to explore therapy and gain insight and awareness into yourself is a brave and courageous act!
My areas of expertise include LGBTQIA issues, non-traditional relationships, and kink/BDSM.
People often seek therapy to resolve past experiences and life complexities and the decision to enter therapy may carry feelings of ambivalence and uncertainty. I believe that therapy is most effective when persons are offered an environment that is inviting, attentive, collaborative, affirming, and safe. Subsequently, my goal is to provide a challenging, but non-judgmental and encouraging atmosphere for persons to explore concerns and difficulties as a means of achieving desired change.
My areas of expertise include LGBTQIA issues, non-traditional relationships, and kink/BDSM.
People often seek therapy to resolve past experiences and life complexities and the decision to enter therapy may carry feelings of ambivalence and uncertainty. I believe that therapy is most effective when persons are offered an environment that is inviting, attentive, collaborative, affirming, and safe. Subsequently, my goal is to provide a challenging, but non-judgmental and encouraging atmosphere for persons to explore concerns and difficulties as a means of achieving desired change.
Finding a therapist can be tricky, so I hope my page gives you a good idea of my therapeutic approach and general demeanor. If you are left wondering about anything, please do reach out via email.
I have experience working with people of all ages, and I am accepting clients 16+ years old. My early work was in community mental health, providing Intensive In-Home therapy in individuals' homes, schools, and other treatment facilities. Then, I moved to a group practice and gained years of experience as an OPT. I have spent time working with trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, generational trauma, and identity issues.
Finding a therapist can be tricky, so I hope my page gives you a good idea of my therapeutic approach and general demeanor. If you are left wondering about anything, please do reach out via email.
I have experience working with people of all ages, and I am accepting clients 16+ years old. My early work was in community mental health, providing Intensive In-Home therapy in individuals' homes, schools, and other treatment facilities. Then, I moved to a group practice and gained years of experience as an OPT. I have spent time working with trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, generational trauma, and identity issues.
I am LGBTQ-affirming.
Healing happens when we feel heard, seen and "gotten by another." It takes courage to seek therapy, and I am here to help. Many of my clients have experienced a lot of childhood stress and trauma, including having mentally ill caregivers. I've helped clients with anxiety, depression, dissociation, substance dependence and personality disorders. I understand the needs of clients in marginalized populations. My clients are often sensitive, intelligent, creative and motivated to heal! Recovery is possible and we can work together to give you the life you deserve.
I am LGBTQ-affirming.
Healing happens when we feel heard, seen and "gotten by another." It takes courage to seek therapy, and I am here to help. Many of my clients have experienced a lot of childhood stress and trauma, including having mentally ill caregivers. I've helped clients with anxiety, depression, dissociation, substance dependence and personality disorders. I understand the needs of clients in marginalized populations. My clients are often sensitive, intelligent, creative and motivated to heal! Recovery is possible and we can work together to give you the life you deserve.
While not limited to these groups, I'm particularly interested in working people who have attachment wounds, who are in grief, and people within the LGBT community.
Welcome - I’m so glad you want to explore therapy and grateful that you landed here.
I support clients with a variety of challenges, like anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, ADHD and addictions. I’m here to meet you where you are and support you to move forward, as you’re ready. We can talk about ways for you to live fully by your own values, process how past experiences have shaped your present life, and hold space as you go through big changes and life transitions.
While not limited to these groups, I'm particularly interested in working people who have attachment wounds, who are in grief, and people within the LGBT community.
Welcome - I’m so glad you want to explore therapy and grateful that you landed here.
I support clients with a variety of challenges, like anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, ADHD and addictions. I’m here to meet you where you are and support you to move forward, as you’re ready. We can talk about ways for you to live fully by your own values, process how past experiences have shaped your present life, and hold space as you go through big changes and life transitions.
I have seen firsthand how families can have a profound impact on their neurodiverse child's growth and development, and how that child can have a profound impact on their families. I believe in taking a holistic approach collaborating with both children and their families across different therapeutic methods to support and uplift the lives of everyone in the family.
I have seen firsthand how families can have a profound impact on their neurodiverse child's growth and development, and how that child can have a profound impact on their families. I believe in taking a holistic approach collaborating with both children and their families across different therapeutic methods to support and uplift the lives of everyone in the family.
Having lived both in the U.S. and abroad, I’m familiar with the unpredictability of life and the importance of having tools that help us tell our story and build resilience. I am open to clients experiencing a wide range of concerns and have experience addressing challenges related to depression, anxiety, ADHD, religious trauma, family conflict, relationship challenges, and PTSD.
My therapy style draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques to help clients stay grounded in the present, clarify their values, and actively pursue the life they want.
Having lived both in the U.S. and abroad, I’m familiar with the unpredictability of life and the importance of having tools that help us tell our story and build resilience. I am open to clients experiencing a wide range of concerns and have experience addressing challenges related to depression, anxiety, ADHD, religious trauma, family conflict, relationship challenges, and PTSD.
My therapy style draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques to help clients stay grounded in the present, clarify their values, and actively pursue the life they want.
I offer affirming care for LGBTQIA clients, neurodivergent clients, and families across the lifespan.
Please reach out to be placed on my waitlist.
I believe our lives are woven from the threads of storied experiences, each shaping who we are and how we construct meaning. My counseling philosophy promotes healing and transformation by attending to those stories with a belief in every person’s capacity for flourishing, fostered by acceptance, love, and belonging. Therapy is an empowering and collaborative journey nurtured by safety and compassion. You carry within you the resources you need to thrive, and my role is to help you access those inner strengths and move toward healing, growth, resilience, and lasting change.
I offer affirming care for LGBTQIA clients, neurodivergent clients, and families across the lifespan.
Please reach out to be placed on my waitlist.
I believe our lives are woven from the threads of storied experiences, each shaping who we are and how we construct meaning. My counseling philosophy promotes healing and transformation by attending to those stories with a belief in every person’s capacity for flourishing, fostered by acceptance, love, and belonging. Therapy is an empowering and collaborative journey nurtured by safety and compassion. You carry within you the resources you need to thrive, and my role is to help you access those inner strengths and move toward healing, growth, resilience, and lasting change.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Doctor of Social Work (DSW), with a decade of experience, I deeply value the process of learning and growth. I understand how vulnerable it can feel to try something new, face the unfamiliar or revisit challenges you thought you’d already overcome. In our sessions, we’ll work together to uncover and understand the patterns that may be keeping you feeling stuck, disconnected, or distant from what truly matters to you. We’ll collaborate to set meaningful goals and explore practical, evidence-based approaches to navigate self-doubt, emotional pain, and experiences beyond your control.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Doctor of Social Work (DSW), with a decade of experience, I deeply value the process of learning and growth. I understand how vulnerable it can feel to try something new, face the unfamiliar or revisit challenges you thought you’d already overcome. In our sessions, we’ll work together to uncover and understand the patterns that may be keeping you feeling stuck, disconnected, or distant from what truly matters to you. We’ll collaborate to set meaningful goals and explore practical, evidence-based approaches to navigate self-doubt, emotional pain, and experiences beyond your control.
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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.