Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC
Elizabeth Harles
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27603
I specialize in life transitions, polyamory, ethical/consensual non-monogamy, sexual dysfunction, sexual exploration, sexuality, LGBTQIA+, kink, alt sex, self-esteem, anxiety and relationship issues.
I am a queer sex therapist, providing a relaxed, open, collaborative and non-judgmental atmosphere. My intention is to support people in the LGBTQIA+, non-monogamy, and kink communities (Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diverse). I will cater my approach to your needs, but my natural style is straight-forward, so I tend to delve into the issues at hand so that you can see improvement in your emotional well-being as quickly as possible. Once immediate stressors have been calmed, we can work on a deeper level together in order to gain insight on underlying beliefs and experiences that may be contributing to your distress.
I specialize in life transitions, polyamory, ethical/consensual non-monogamy, sexual dysfunction, sexual exploration, sexuality, LGBTQIA+, kink, alt sex, self-esteem, anxiety and relationship issues.
I am a queer sex therapist, providing a relaxed, open, collaborative and non-judgmental atmosphere. My intention is to support people in the LGBTQIA+, non-monogamy, and kink communities (Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diverse). I will cater my approach to your needs, but my natural style is straight-forward, so I tend to delve into the issues at hand so that you can see improvement in your emotional well-being as quickly as possible. Once immediate stressors have been calmed, we can work on a deeper level together in order to gain insight on underlying beliefs and experiences that may be contributing to your distress.
Dr. Carolyn Reynolds
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP-P
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606
Most of my clients want to improve their relationships, explore their identities, or cope with challenging life transitions. My clinical specialties include gender affirming care, religious trauma in the LGBTQ+ community, sexual wellness, family of origin concerns, anxiety disorders, suicide prevention, and self-compassion. I maintain a feminist, sex-positive, and social justice-oriented lens in my clinical work, and recognize the detrimental impacts of marginalization in its various forms including racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, and xenophobia.
Most of my clients want to improve their relationships, explore their identities, or cope with challenging life transitions. My clinical specialties include gender affirming care, religious trauma in the LGBTQ+ community, sexual wellness, family of origin concerns, anxiety disorders, suicide prevention, and self-compassion. I maintain a feminist, sex-positive, and social justice-oriented lens in my clinical work, and recognize the detrimental impacts of marginalization in its various forms including racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, and xenophobia.
Krystle Moxley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606 (Online Only)
Are you ready to work through a traumatic event or looking to try EMDR? Perhaps you need to process through a loss or a new life transition? There are so many reasons people seek out therapy. Please do not hesitate to reach out and ask any questions you may have. My approach to therapy is to create a space where you feel free from judgment and can work alongside your therapist to reach the goals you set. My therapy approach is direct yet compassionate. As a clinician who provides telehealth, I have the privilege of seeing clients who live across the entirety of North Carolina.
Are you ready to work through a traumatic event or looking to try EMDR? Perhaps you need to process through a loss or a new life transition? There are so many reasons people seek out therapy. Please do not hesitate to reach out and ask any questions you may have. My approach to therapy is to create a space where you feel free from judgment and can work alongside your therapist to reach the goals you set. My therapy approach is direct yet compassionate. As a clinician who provides telehealth, I have the privilege of seeing clients who live across the entirety of North Carolina.
Ginny Bivens
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients with Open Availability. Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. It can be painful when our relationships are struggling, building resentment, and unhappy. We may feel unappreciated and stuck.
Accepting New Clients with Open Availability. Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. It can be painful when our relationships are struggling, building resentment, and unhappy. We may feel unappreciated and stuck.
Kandice Van Beerschoten Sex Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606
Have you lost control? Do you put the needs of others first? Is it hard for you to say "no" to people? Do you feel disconnected? Are your relationships suffering? Your sex life? You're exhausted, ready for something to change, but need to feel confident that your therapist will understand not only your issues, but your lifestyle. If this sounds familiar, then I would love to help you. For nearly two decades, I've worked with people just like you, helping them sort through the intricacies of life and relationships. It's easy to get stuck when you start making changes, but therapy is a great way to move forward.
Have you lost control? Do you put the needs of others first? Is it hard for you to say "no" to people? Do you feel disconnected? Are your relationships suffering? Your sex life? You're exhausted, ready for something to change, but need to feel confident that your therapist will understand not only your issues, but your lifestyle. If this sounds familiar, then I would love to help you. For nearly two decades, I've worked with people just like you, helping them sort through the intricacies of life and relationships. It's easy to get stuck when you start making changes, but therapy is a great way to move forward.
Larry T. Waxman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606
I work with clients to help unlock their potential and achieve their goals. Change is one of the hardest things to do, and I am here to help facilitate that. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families as well as run groups using a variety of therapeutic approaches that include: cognitive-behavioral therapy, client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, family-systems therapy, meditation and mindfulness therapy. I specialize in helping those with issues pertaining to ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, male issues, anger management, vulnerability, relationship issues, and work/life balance.
I work with clients to help unlock their potential and achieve their goals. Change is one of the hardest things to do, and I am here to help facilitate that. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families as well as run groups using a variety of therapeutic approaches that include: cognitive-behavioral therapy, client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, family-systems therapy, meditation and mindfulness therapy. I specialize in helping those with issues pertaining to ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, male issues, anger management, vulnerability, relationship issues, and work/life balance.
Kate Gotelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SEP, CDWF, CSC
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606
To mindfully awaken is to become conscious in the here and now while integrating all of our experiences before this moment in time. This practice of living courageously, authentically, with non-judgmental awareness, while embracing our worthiness, helps us live a fuller life. Specializing in somatic psychotherapy with adults, my therapeutic approach draws from Somatic Experiencing, Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, DBT-informed therapy, as well as the research of Brené Brown.
To mindfully awaken is to become conscious in the here and now while integrating all of our experiences before this moment in time. This practice of living courageously, authentically, with non-judgmental awareness, while embracing our worthiness, helps us live a fuller life. Specializing in somatic psychotherapy with adults, my therapeutic approach draws from Somatic Experiencing, Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, DBT-informed therapy, as well as the research of Brené Brown.
Karen L Bieniek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University College of Behavioral Sciences, Twin Cities, Eagan, MN. I also have been a Licensed Practical Nurse, since 1990. I have completed education in sex therapy, from University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menamonie, WI. I have been working since 2014 as a therapist. I also have experience working with veterans, and have worked in both acute inpatient psychiatric hospital and outpatient intensive therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University College of Behavioral Sciences, Twin Cities, Eagan, MN. I also have been a Licensed Practical Nurse, since 1990. I have completed education in sex therapy, from University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menamonie, WI. I have been working since 2014 as a therapist. I also have experience working with veterans, and have worked in both acute inpatient psychiatric hospital and outpatient intensive therapy.
Melissa Yarborough
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP-P
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, or relationship concerns? You don't have to do it alone. I can help. My primary specialty areas include survivors of interpersonal violence and sexual assault, other trauma survivors, and members of the LGBTQIA community. I also greatly enjoy working with those who struggle with family-related concerns and life transitions including grief and loss, pregnancy & postpartum, marriage & divorce, adjusting to college or a new career, etc.
Are you struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, or relationship concerns? You don't have to do it alone. I can help. My primary specialty areas include survivors of interpersonal violence and sexual assault, other trauma survivors, and members of the LGBTQIA community. I also greatly enjoy working with those who struggle with family-related concerns and life transitions including grief and loss, pregnancy & postpartum, marriage & divorce, adjusting to college or a new career, etc.
Sarah Olson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27603
I'm Sarah Olson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have the privilege of walking with people during difficult moments in their lives. I believe there is nothing that life can hand you that cannot make you a better person once you do the work and get to the other side of it. I want to discover this with you. Coming to me as a therapist would feel like exploring your honest feelings and experiences with a non-judgmental friend that can really hear you. I want to gain your trust so we can talk about what truly is stopping you from being your best self.
I'm Sarah Olson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have the privilege of walking with people during difficult moments in their lives. I believe there is nothing that life can hand you that cannot make you a better person once you do the work and get to the other side of it. I want to discover this with you. Coming to me as a therapist would feel like exploring your honest feelings and experiences with a non-judgmental friend that can really hear you. I want to gain your trust so we can talk about what truly is stopping you from being your best self.
Aly Peeler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606
Accepting new clients (updated 4/12/24). Aly offers strengths-based, non-coercive therapy where folks can celebrate their strengths, explore coping and healing strategies, and feel empowered to meet their goals. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA), she works with youth and adults to address concerns related to depression, anxiety, self harm, trauma, and substance use. She is proudly LGBTQIA-affirming, neurodivergence-affirming, and fat-positive. She works to promote social justice inside and outside of the therapy room, and recognizes how systems of oppression are closely linked with our mental health.
Accepting new clients (updated 4/12/24). Aly offers strengths-based, non-coercive therapy where folks can celebrate their strengths, explore coping and healing strategies, and feel empowered to meet their goals. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA), she works with youth and adults to address concerns related to depression, anxiety, self harm, trauma, and substance use. She is proudly LGBTQIA-affirming, neurodivergence-affirming, and fat-positive. She works to promote social justice inside and outside of the therapy room, and recognizes how systems of oppression are closely linked with our mental health.
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Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606
I understand what it is like to feel as though your thoughts and behaviors are being solely ruled by your emotions. This is exhausting to live day after day. This way of living leads to being overwhelmed, dissatisfied, unhappy, stuck, or anxious. You want to gain more happiness and satisfaction within your life, but it feels daunting, you don't know where to begin or perhaps you feel resistance within yourself to even start. You need someone to listen and challenge you with more effective ways of utilizing your whole mind, body, and spirit.
I understand what it is like to feel as though your thoughts and behaviors are being solely ruled by your emotions. This is exhausting to live day after day. This way of living leads to being overwhelmed, dissatisfied, unhappy, stuck, or anxious. You want to gain more happiness and satisfaction within your life, but it feels daunting, you don't know where to begin or perhaps you feel resistance within yourself to even start. You need someone to listen and challenge you with more effective ways of utilizing your whole mind, body, and spirit.
Grace to Live Counseling Center, LLC.
Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606
HI, I'm Monica, I am a Licensed Clinical Christian Counselor, Certified Temperament Therapist & Coach. In addition, I am advanced certified in family and marital therapy. I consider it a great honor to work with clients of all walks in their journey toward healing and wholeness. I work with girls ages 12 through womanhood. It is my desire and mission to meet you right where you are. I believe it is imperative to build trust with every client by providing a non-judgmental safe haven environment.
HI, I'm Monica, I am a Licensed Clinical Christian Counselor, Certified Temperament Therapist & Coach. In addition, I am advanced certified in family and marital therapy. I consider it a great honor to work with clients of all walks in their journey toward healing and wholeness. I work with girls ages 12 through womanhood. It is my desire and mission to meet you right where you are. I believe it is imperative to build trust with every client by providing a non-judgmental safe haven environment.
Sarah Boyette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27603
Are you feeling stuck, discontented, or hopeless? Do you find yourself wondering if there is more to life? You are not alone. Many of us find ourselves stuck in patterns of thought and behavior that leave us feeling discontent, disconnected, and unworthy. I believe that we are all born worthy and born with an inner wisdom that guides us towards meaning and authenticity, My goal as a therapist is to support clients in learning to access their own inner wisdom by learning new ways of relating to emotions, relating to others, and relating to themselves.
Are you feeling stuck, discontented, or hopeless? Do you find yourself wondering if there is more to life? You are not alone. Many of us find ourselves stuck in patterns of thought and behavior that leave us feeling discontent, disconnected, and unworthy. I believe that we are all born worthy and born with an inner wisdom that guides us towards meaning and authenticity, My goal as a therapist is to support clients in learning to access their own inner wisdom by learning new ways of relating to emotions, relating to others, and relating to themselves.
Rebecca Martinez Fitzgerald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606
Loneliness is the worst. Isolation shows up in many forms, including shame, stress, mistrust, and unproductive conflict. People grow and heal in the context of secure relationships, and I aim to help clients create and sustain them. It's my pleasure to work with couples, partnerships and individuals who are experiencing distress, coping with trauma, or struggling with identity development.
Loneliness is the worst. Isolation shows up in many forms, including shame, stress, mistrust, and unproductive conflict. People grow and heal in the context of secure relationships, and I aim to help clients create and sustain them. It's my pleasure to work with couples, partnerships and individuals who are experiencing distress, coping with trauma, or struggling with identity development.
Charles J Gentzel
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in the possibility of change. Our personality, intelligence, creativity, and ability to cope are mutable and adaptable. The world around us is complicated and nuanced, and our ability to react to it has the potential to be the same. My job is to help you develop flexibility and acceptance in a way that assists you in reaching your goals while being true to your authentic self. I focus on building resilience and coping skills and identifying and enhancing secure attachments
I believe in the possibility of change. Our personality, intelligence, creativity, and ability to cope are mutable and adaptable. The world around us is complicated and nuanced, and our ability to react to it has the potential to be the same. My job is to help you develop flexibility and acceptance in a way that assists you in reaching your goals while being true to your authentic self. I focus on building resilience and coping skills and identifying and enhancing secure attachments
Shelby Prevatt
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27606 (Online Only)
Hello there! I’m so glad you’re taking the step to reach out and connect with someone familiar with helping people navigate the challenges life often throws at us. From depression to burnout, and anything in between, I’m here to help you not only work on the issues at hand, but help you uncover the core reason why you're no longer feeling like yourself. While I specialize in working with clients 16+ struggling with eating disorders, I’m also passionate about trauma work, neurodivergence, attachment concerns, and general mood changes.
Hello there! I’m so glad you’re taking the step to reach out and connect with someone familiar with helping people navigate the challenges life often throws at us. From depression to burnout, and anything in between, I’m here to help you not only work on the issues at hand, but help you uncover the core reason why you're no longer feeling like yourself. While I specialize in working with clients 16+ struggling with eating disorders, I’m also passionate about trauma work, neurodivergence, attachment concerns, and general mood changes.
London Mingo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27603 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of FL and NC. Over the past 10 years I've had the opportunity to work with diverse groups of individuals in many different settings. Through my experiences and focused trainings I am confident in my ability to help those struggling with adult ADHD, PTSD or trauma, relationship issues, parenting problems, anxiety/depression, and perinatal mood disorders. I would love to have a free phone/video consultation to ensure we are a good match!
Hello! I am a therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of FL and NC. Over the past 10 years I've had the opportunity to work with diverse groups of individuals in many different settings. Through my experiences and focused trainings I am confident in my ability to help those struggling with adult ADHD, PTSD or trauma, relationship issues, parenting problems, anxiety/depression, and perinatal mood disorders. I would love to have a free phone/video consultation to ensure we are a good match!
Healing Journey Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27603 (Online Only)
What does “healing” mean to you? Is it a one-time event or an ongoing process? Maybe for you it’s both or neither or more? How you define healing will be based on your needs, goals and experiences. I am passionate about providing culturally-sensitive and affirming care for clients who suffer from overwhelming emotions as a result of trauma, medical issues, violence, grief, and lack of acceptance from loved ones based on their identity. I bring over ten years of practice experience as a medical social worker, therapist, and community health advocate to my work with my clients.
What does “healing” mean to you? Is it a one-time event or an ongoing process? Maybe for you it’s both or neither or more? How you define healing will be based on your needs, goals and experiences. I am passionate about providing culturally-sensitive and affirming care for clients who suffer from overwhelming emotions as a result of trauma, medical issues, violence, grief, and lack of acceptance from loved ones based on their identity. I bring over ten years of practice experience as a medical social worker, therapist, and community health advocate to my work with my clients.
Holly Henry
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Swift Creek, Raleigh, NC 27603
Whether you're a couple or individual, I offer support to those seeking assistance in addressing relationship wounds, navigating harmful relationship dynamics, and tackling the intricate aspects of complex trauma. I also work with individuals who are grappling with the effects of anxiety, depression, grief, or emotional regulation, healing from religious or spiritual trauma, seeking to cultivate an embodied sense of self, or looking for support in navigating experiences of abuse.
Whether you're a couple or individual, I offer support to those seeking assistance in addressing relationship wounds, navigating harmful relationship dynamics, and tackling the intricate aspects of complex trauma. I also work with individuals who are grappling with the effects of anxiety, depression, grief, or emotional regulation, healing from religious or spiritual trauma, seeking to cultivate an embodied sense of self, or looking for support in navigating experiences of abuse.
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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.