Feminist Therapists in Raleigh, NC
I base my work on attachment and feminist theories.
Hello! I enjoy supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults. I focus on challenges with emotional regulation, self-esteem, anxiety, social interactions, depression, school success, and life transitions. I also enjoy working with identity challenges and development. I strive to help my clients gain a better understanding of their past and present selves and explore what values they want to guide them moving forward. I love incorporating hands-on and experiential exercises into my work.
I base my work on attachment and feminist theories.
Hello! I enjoy supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults. I focus on challenges with emotional regulation, self-esteem, anxiety, social interactions, depression, school success, and life transitions. I also enjoy working with identity challenges and development. I strive to help my clients gain a better understanding of their past and present selves and explore what values they want to guide them moving forward. I love incorporating hands-on and experiential exercises into my work.
Emily Ann Dew-Adorno
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychoeducation, Mindfulness, and Feminist Theory.
4/10/25: Accepting New Clients! I am passionate about creating a supportive and empowering space for folx come and be their most authentic selves. I am skilled in conducting therapy with clients who have depression, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma relating to immigration, depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and chronic illness/chronic pain. I have worked very closely with the LGBTQIA+ community, Latinx community, and the disabled community. I am knowledgeable regarding trans healthcare, including medical and social transition.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychoeducation, Mindfulness, and Feminist Theory.
4/10/25: Accepting New Clients! I am passionate about creating a supportive and empowering space for folx come and be their most authentic selves. I am skilled in conducting therapy with clients who have depression, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma relating to immigration, depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and chronic illness/chronic pain. I have worked very closely with the LGBTQIA+ community, Latinx community, and the disabled community. I am knowledgeable regarding trans healthcare, including medical and social transition.
My style of therapy is integrative, holistic, relational, trauma-informed, feminist, and multicultural.
I celebrate, respect, and honor our essential needs for wellness, balance, peace, and connection. Just like healthy eating, exercise, spiritual practice, and supportive family and friends, therapy is a way of helping people to be healthy and to have harmonious and fulfilling lives. The process of living also brings seasons of transition, crisis, and despair. In such times, therapy is often a refuge of support, validation, healing, and hope. I welcome you to what I believe will be a meaningful therapeutic experience.
My style of therapy is integrative, holistic, relational, trauma-informed, feminist, and multicultural.
I celebrate, respect, and honor our essential needs for wellness, balance, peace, and connection. Just like healthy eating, exercise, spiritual practice, and supportive family and friends, therapy is a way of helping people to be healthy and to have harmonious and fulfilling lives. The process of living also brings seasons of transition, crisis, and despair. In such times, therapy is often a refuge of support, validation, healing, and hope. I welcome you to what I believe will be a meaningful therapeutic experience.
I take a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming approach and employ an intersectional feminist framework.
You're not sick or broken. What's broken is a world that normalizes abuse, discrimination, and unrealistic standards. Most of my clients come to therapy thinking there's something wrong with them for feeling sad, scared, angry, and disconnected, when in reality, these feelings are natural, nonpathological reactions to difficult situations. While we can't control what happened in the past or even some of what's going on around us now, what we can learn is new ways of responding to stress and thinking about ourselves and our circumstances.
I take a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming approach and employ an intersectional feminist framework.
You're not sick or broken. What's broken is a world that normalizes abuse, discrimination, and unrealistic standards. Most of my clients come to therapy thinking there's something wrong with them for feeling sad, scared, angry, and disconnected, when in reality, these feelings are natural, nonpathological reactions to difficult situations. While we can't control what happened in the past or even some of what's going on around us now, what we can learn is new ways of responding to stress and thinking about ourselves and our circumstances.
During sessions, I often use aspects of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Art Therapy, while utilizing an Intersectional Feminist and Health At Every Size lens.
My name is Adria Goulet (they/them/theirs) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate. During sessions, I strive to meet clients where they are at in their healing process, empowering them to navigate uncomfortable emotions, maladaptive coping skills, or intrusive thoughts. I recognize that during crisis situations, harmful or self-destructive behaviors can be necessary for survival. As a therapist, my goal is to help you find new coping skills, process traumatic events, navigate oppressive systems, cultivate healthier beliefs about yourself, and build more effective interpersonal skills.
During sessions, I often use aspects of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Art Therapy, while utilizing an Intersectional Feminist and Health At Every Size lens.
My name is Adria Goulet (they/them/theirs) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate. During sessions, I strive to meet clients where they are at in their healing process, empowering them to navigate uncomfortable emotions, maladaptive coping skills, or intrusive thoughts. I recognize that during crisis situations, harmful or self-destructive behaviors can be necessary for survival. As a therapist, my goal is to help you find new coping skills, process traumatic events, navigate oppressive systems, cultivate healthier beliefs about yourself, and build more effective interpersonal skills.
I view the world through an existential, feminist, and humanistic lens, which means I believe we are deeply affected by the structures of our world as we wrestle with our biggest shared questions of meaning, purpose, values, hopes and dreams.
My ideal client is any adult looking to create change in their life by being willing to change how they relate to their internal thoughts and feelings. This has a wide application for individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, interpersonal difficulties or just the stress of a post-pandemic world. I have a particular passion for working with those who have experienced developmental trauma and are looking for new ways to relate to themselves and their pasts.
I view the world through an existential, feminist, and humanistic lens, which means I believe we are deeply affected by the structures of our world as we wrestle with our biggest shared questions of meaning, purpose, values, hopes and dreams.
My ideal client is any adult looking to create change in their life by being willing to change how they relate to their internal thoughts and feelings. This has a wide application for individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, interpersonal difficulties or just the stress of a post-pandemic world. I have a particular passion for working with those who have experienced developmental trauma and are looking for new ways to relate to themselves and their pasts.
Using a collaborative and culturally conscious approach, I integrate techniques like narrative therapy, CBT, Adlerian principles, and feminist therapy to meet your unique needs.
I’m Mahogany Persip (she/her), and I’m here to support your journey toward self-discovery, self-love, and empowerment. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating challenges like emotional regulation, mood disorders, identity exploration, and major life transitions—whether it’s grief, family changes, managing puberty, or adjusting to a new home or sibling. For parents, I offer a compassionate space to explore the joys and challenges of parenting while helping you reconnect with yourself. Parenting is a journey, and you don’t have to walk it alone.
Using a collaborative and culturally conscious approach, I integrate techniques like narrative therapy, CBT, Adlerian principles, and feminist therapy to meet your unique needs.
I’m Mahogany Persip (she/her), and I’m here to support your journey toward self-discovery, self-love, and empowerment. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating challenges like emotional regulation, mood disorders, identity exploration, and major life transitions—whether it’s grief, family changes, managing puberty, or adjusting to a new home or sibling. For parents, I offer a compassionate space to explore the joys and challenges of parenting while helping you reconnect with yourself. Parenting is a journey, and you don’t have to walk it alone.
I specialize in working with women with ADHD, with strong background in systems and feminist theory.
I take an eclectic & personal approach to therapy, utilizing a mix of CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness practices, and DBT based skills to support you in navigating life's many challenges. I operate from a harm-reduction framework, a health at any size approach, and with a sociological background.
I specialize in working with women with ADHD, with strong background in systems and feminist theory.
I take an eclectic & personal approach to therapy, utilizing a mix of CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness practices, and DBT based skills to support you in navigating life's many challenges. I operate from a harm-reduction framework, a health at any size approach, and with a sociological background.
My theoretical approach utilizes Existentialist Therapy, Feminist Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Hey there! My therapeutic approach is a simple one: everyone and anyone is welcome in my office, I believe that you are the expert on you, and as your therapist it is my role to help you facilitate progress towards your life goals and/or settling any conflicts you might be facing. For us, that begins by simply building rapport and a sense of transparency between you and myself. As a therapist, I’ve gained clinical experience with clients working through anxiety, depression, stress, academic concerns, family turmoil, identity concerns, body image concerns (specializing with males) as well as emotional, physical and sexual trauma.
My theoretical approach utilizes Existentialist Therapy, Feminist Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Hey there! My therapeutic approach is a simple one: everyone and anyone is welcome in my office, I believe that you are the expert on you, and as your therapist it is my role to help you facilitate progress towards your life goals and/or settling any conflicts you might be facing. For us, that begins by simply building rapport and a sense of transparency between you and myself. As a therapist, I’ve gained clinical experience with clients working through anxiety, depression, stress, academic concerns, family turmoil, identity concerns, body image concerns (specializing with males) as well as emotional, physical and sexual trauma.
Hannah Johnson
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27605
I describe myself as an integrative counselor who embraces feminist, person-centered, motivational interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy depending on the client’s needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) who offers individual therapy to adolescents, adults, seniors with a primary focus on trauma, as well as addiction, neurodivergence, life transitions, LGBTQ+ and gender identity issues, and other life stressors. My work in community mental health and private practice has provided me the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients and presenting issues. I am excited to bring those skills into my practice!
I describe myself as an integrative counselor who embraces feminist, person-centered, motivational interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy depending on the client’s needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) who offers individual therapy to adolescents, adults, seniors with a primary focus on trauma, as well as addiction, neurodivergence, life transitions, LGBTQ+ and gender identity issues, and other life stressors. My work in community mental health and private practice has provided me the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients and presenting issues. I am excited to bring those skills into my practice!
Morgan Kelly
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27606
In sessions, I use person-centered therapy, which focuses on empathy and respect, and integrate a feminist theory lens.
Feel like you need to earn your worth, like being anything less than perfect isn't okay? Maybe you're living with an eating disorder that leaves you worrying about or compensating for what you put into your body and trying to control it's shape and size. Do you struggle with self-worth or figuring out and feeling okay with being who you really are? Maybe you've been through trauma or abuse that has left you searching for ways to cope.
In sessions, I use person-centered therapy, which focuses on empathy and respect, and integrate a feminist theory lens.
Feel like you need to earn your worth, like being anything less than perfect isn't okay? Maybe you're living with an eating disorder that leaves you worrying about or compensating for what you put into your body and trying to control it's shape and size. Do you struggle with self-worth or figuring out and feeling okay with being who you really are? Maybe you've been through trauma or abuse that has left you searching for ways to cope.
Meet Our Feminist Therapists
I use a combination of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Feminist Theory, CBT, and a Strengths-Based approach.
Life moves fast—school, work, relationships, family pressure—it all stacks up. And too often, guys are told to just deal with it, to “man up” and keep pushing. But bottling it up? That’s not strength—that’s survival mode. And you deserve better than just getting by. Whether you’re a preteen figuring things out, a teen navigating pressures, or a grown man carrying the weight of expectations, you don’t have to do it alone.
I use a combination of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Feminist Theory, CBT, and a Strengths-Based approach.
Life moves fast—school, work, relationships, family pressure—it all stacks up. And too often, guys are told to just deal with it, to “man up” and keep pushing. But bottling it up? That’s not strength—that’s survival mode. And you deserve better than just getting by. Whether you’re a preteen figuring things out, a teen navigating pressures, or a grown man carrying the weight of expectations, you don’t have to do it alone.
I do my best to have social justice and black feminist perspectives throughout my sessions.
Hi! My name is Amal I see therapy as a collaborative effort between myself and my clients. As a queer black woman, my goal is to provide space for those like me and others who have felt silenced and marginalized a majority of their lives. I have a passion for working with women of color and LGBTQIA+ identifying folks.
I do my best to have social justice and black feminist perspectives throughout my sessions.
Hi! My name is Amal I see therapy as a collaborative effort between myself and my clients. As a queer black woman, my goal is to provide space for those like me and others who have felt silenced and marginalized a majority of their lives. I have a passion for working with women of color and LGBTQIA+ identifying folks.
I am a queer, feminist, sex-positive therapist committed to creating a therapeutic space where all of the parts of you feel welcome and at ease.
I believe pleasure and intimacy are key components to realizing your own worth. Whether you are looking to connect more deeply to yourself, a partner, or a community, I am here to reflect your own capacity for joy and fulfillment back to you. Therapy is about connection, and I bring my openness, curiosity, and sense of humor into my sessions. I use a blend of techniques from emotionally-focused therapy, somatic psychotherapy, sex therapy, and yoga to work with both individuals and partners.
I am a queer, feminist, sex-positive therapist committed to creating a therapeutic space where all of the parts of you feel welcome and at ease.
I believe pleasure and intimacy are key components to realizing your own worth. Whether you are looking to connect more deeply to yourself, a partner, or a community, I am here to reflect your own capacity for joy and fulfillment back to you. Therapy is about connection, and I bring my openness, curiosity, and sense of humor into my sessions. I use a blend of techniques from emotionally-focused therapy, somatic psychotherapy, sex therapy, and yoga to work with both individuals and partners.
Forward Counseling & Consulting, PLLC
Counselor, MA, CCMHC, LCAS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
RCT is developed from Black feminist thought and helps center authenticity and the strength of the client-counselor working relationship.
We all belong to various systems and support systems, such as family systems; community systems; oppressive capitalistic, racist, patriarchal, and ablest systems; and more. Over the span of our lives these systems take a compounding effect on our mental health and quality of life. Building a career, attaining advanced education, establishing a supportive community of family and friends, all requires us to unpack the role of these systems on our lives. This is how we become our authentic selves.
RCT is developed from Black feminist thought and helps center authenticity and the strength of the client-counselor working relationship.
We all belong to various systems and support systems, such as family systems; community systems; oppressive capitalistic, racist, patriarchal, and ablest systems; and more. Over the span of our lives these systems take a compounding effect on our mental health and quality of life. Building a career, attaining advanced education, establishing a supportive community of family and friends, all requires us to unpack the role of these systems on our lives. This is how we become our authentic selves.
My therapy style combines narrative & feminist techniques to support clients in understanding their stories & embracing being an expert in their own lives.
My name is Kristin Doyle (she/her) & I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) working as an outpatient therapist at Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Sociology from Simmons University & my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Social Work. As a queer person of color, I am deeply committed to creating spaces that are LGBTQIA+ affirming & anti-racist. I know how important these spaces are, & how difficult they can be to access. I provide individual psychotherapy to adults and have six years of clinical experience.
My therapy style combines narrative & feminist techniques to support clients in understanding their stories & embracing being an expert in their own lives.
My name is Kristin Doyle (she/her) & I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) working as an outpatient therapist at Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Sociology from Simmons University & my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Social Work. As a queer person of color, I am deeply committed to creating spaces that are LGBTQIA+ affirming & anti-racist. I know how important these spaces are, & how difficult they can be to access. I provide individual psychotherapy to adults and have six years of clinical experience.
I utilize evidence-based approaches such as ACT, DBT, CBT and IFS, while incorporating a trauma-informed, feminist and multicultural lens.
Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I value creating a therapeutic space in which individuals of all identities can feel safe to explore their thoughts/emotions and address challenging aspects of their life in which they may need support navigating. As a lesbian identifying clinician, I have a passion for working with folks from the LGBTQIA+ community. I also have an interest in working with those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family/relationship issues, life transitions/stress, and self-esteem concerns.
I utilize evidence-based approaches such as ACT, DBT, CBT and IFS, while incorporating a trauma-informed, feminist and multicultural lens.
Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I value creating a therapeutic space in which individuals of all identities can feel safe to explore their thoughts/emotions and address challenging aspects of their life in which they may need support navigating. As a lesbian identifying clinician, I have a passion for working with folks from the LGBTQIA+ community. I also have an interest in working with those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family/relationship issues, life transitions/stress, and self-esteem concerns.
My preferred theoretical modalities are Narrative Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Family Therapy, Feminist Family Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Tameka McFarland. I treat individuals, couples who are dating, planning to get married, currently married, or are considering divorce. I will treat emotional concerns that are affecting intimacy between a client and their partner. I provide support to families who have concerns about parenting. I will see any client ages 18 and up of all ethnicities and sexual orientations. My ideal client would be a couple or family, however, when seeing individuals, I encourage that the client bring another support person that they trust to their sessions. I also provide life coaching services. Telehealth services are also offered.
My preferred theoretical modalities are Narrative Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Family Therapy, Feminist Family Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Tameka McFarland. I treat individuals, couples who are dating, planning to get married, currently married, or are considering divorce. I will treat emotional concerns that are affecting intimacy between a client and their partner. I provide support to families who have concerns about parenting. I will see any client ages 18 and up of all ethnicities and sexual orientations. My ideal client would be a couple or family, however, when seeing individuals, I encourage that the client bring another support person that they trust to their sessions. I also provide life coaching services. Telehealth services are also offered.
My work is rooted in strengths-based, feminist, and narrative approaches, and I draw from a range of other evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs.
When life is overwhelming, the idea of making a phone call, sending an email, or even googling therapists can feel like an insurmountable task, and I'm glad you took that brave first step in caring for yourself. Whether you are here because you need a safe and inclusive space to process, your anxiety feels unmanageable, or you feel stuck in any manner of ways, my ultimate goal is to empower you as the client, work with you in finding a deeper understanding of yourself, and walk alongside you on your healing journey.
My work is rooted in strengths-based, feminist, and narrative approaches, and I draw from a range of other evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs.
When life is overwhelming, the idea of making a phone call, sending an email, or even googling therapists can feel like an insurmountable task, and I'm glad you took that brave first step in caring for yourself. Whether you are here because you need a safe and inclusive space to process, your anxiety feels unmanageable, or you feel stuck in any manner of ways, my ultimate goal is to empower you as the client, work with you in finding a deeper understanding of yourself, and walk alongside you on your healing journey.
I approach my counseling from a person-centered and feminist point-of-view, which centers your values, celebrates all aspects of your identity, and empowers you to tell your own story.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here. My name is Dylan, a mental health counselor at Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness. I am deeply passionate about supporting members of the queer (LGBTQ+) community through mental health care and community education. I also enjoy working alongside adolescents and adults of all ages as they explore identities and values; manage anxiety, depression, and daily stressors; navigate life transitions; and work towards their goal of creating a more fulfilling life.
I approach my counseling from a person-centered and feminist point-of-view, which centers your values, celebrates all aspects of your identity, and empowers you to tell your own story.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here. My name is Dylan, a mental health counselor at Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness. I am deeply passionate about supporting members of the queer (LGBTQ+) community through mental health care and community education. I also enjoy working alongside adolescents and adults of all ages as they explore identities and values; manage anxiety, depression, and daily stressors; navigate life transitions; and work towards their goal of creating a more fulfilling life.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.