LGBTQ+ Therapists in Raleigh, NC
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Tommy Hibbs
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with adults from varying background and experiences: including but not limited to topics such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity, sexuality, life transitions,
LGBTQ
+, communication, family dynamics, the enneagram, and acceptance of self.
Welcome! My name is Tommy Hibbs and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina. I believe therapy is for anyone and everyone. It is a chance for one to better explore their identity, wants and needs, goals, and so much more. My objective within sessions is to create a space for further self-discovery and self-acceptance. Clients deserve to be heard, validated, seen, and affirmed. My deepest desire in therapy is for my clients to feel at peace with who they are and who they are becoming.
Waitlist for new clients

Brianna Hicks
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
For the last seven years I have been helping clients from a variety of backgrounds to move in the direction of making a meaningful, fulfilling life. I have extensive experience working with folks struggling with disordered eating and body image distress, obsessive compulsive tendencies, anxiety, depression, trauma, and challenges related to gender and sexuality. I also provide letters for clients seeking gender affirming care and am committed to working with the
LGBTQ
+ community.

Brian Hollingsworth
Counselor, MS, MDiv, NCC, LCMHCA
Verified
Verified
Populations and areas of focus include
LGBTQ
+ individuals, healthcare workers, and emerging adults (18+).
If you are at a crossroads between who you've been (or been told to be), and who you long to become, I am here for you. My clients come to me because the old narratives they've been living by no longer fit, and it's time to write a new chapter marked by honesty, authenticity, and abundance. Together we explore concerns related to sexual and gender identity, religious or spiritual concerns, life transitions, relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, and more. My approach is laid back and collaborative, and designed to give you space to be heard, understood, and affirmed as we explore your unique needs and goals.

Kaitlin Duren
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified
Verified
Accepting new client appointments for online counseling! I am on a mission to meet your counseling needs! My goal is to help you understand the influences in your life and create goals to dismantle and navigate any barriers to living authentically, I am here to help you clients discover a healthy perception of yourself and strengthen your interpersonal relationships. I am particularly interested in working with young adults and individuals who identify as
LGBTQ
+.

Brittany Bate
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
As a
queer
therapist serving the
LGBTQIA
+ community, I'll follow your lead.
Are you a member of the
LGBTQIA
+ community and seeking a therapist who "just gets it?" Are you tired of feeling alone, scared, or unsupported as you navigate various changes, challenges, or identities? Has pandemic stress and grief has gotten to be too much? Are you stressed or concerned with one or more relationships?Perhaps you and your partner(s) have found yourself in a difficult cycle you are struggling to break, leaving y'all feeling disconnected and unsatisfied? If you answered yes to any of these, then you've made the right choice by being here. And I know this is hard, but you're brave. Just being here shows that!
Not accepting new clients

Tiffany Cutrone
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LPC, LCAS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a
queer
-identifying therapist, serving the
LGBTQIA
+ community for over 20 years, I believe in taking a strength-based approach.
Do you feel alone navigating challenging times? Let’s take some time to take care of you! As your counselor, I am here to support you in finding meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering resources to help you be your best self. The stress of everyday things; work, family, finances, health, loss, etc. can be overwhelming if you try to navigate them alone. Counseling allows you to process your feelings in a safe and supported environment. This often leads to better relationships, solutions to specific problems, and relief from feelings of distress.

Alex Moore
Counselor, MS, LCMHCA, MT-BC
Verified
Verified
I also provide
LGBTQIA
+ affirming care.
Everyone has their unique story to tell. Whether you are someone struggling with specific mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and/or trauma or just hoping to be more in tune with yourself, I am here to help. Common themes clients and I address include mood, motivation, self-worth, gender and sexuality identity exploration, family concerns, body image, trauma processing, and personal expression.

Mariangelly Sierra
Counselor, PhD, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified
Verified
Welcome to my virtual practice! My name is Mariangelly Sierra. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate specializing in cisgender and
transgender
women issues, acculturation challenges, trauma, intimate partner violence, and accompanying survivors of childhood sexual abuse as they heal their inner child. Thank you for considering my services. It must have taken a lot of courage to start looking for help.

Sarah E Spade
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, MA, NCC
Verified
Verified
I'm sex-positive,
LGBTQ
+ affirming, kink/BDSM knowledgeable and friendly, and also polyamory-positive.
Hi there! I'm currently working on my postdoctoral supervision hours for full licensing as a psychologist in North Carolina. My experiences are wide-ranging including settings such as outpatient community mental health, residential placements, and inpatient units. I've provided services to both individuals and couples, working on issues such as anxiety, depression, neurodivergences, anger management, substance use, trauma, intimacy and sexual concerns, family discord, communication, and so much more. I endeavor to create a safe environment for all clients in order to work alongside you in reaching your goals.

Kyle Flannelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have a passion for adulthood and aging,
LGBT
issues, and anxiety disorders. I welcome any client 16+ who is interested in therapy...for any reason. I consider myself client-centered, and your goals are my goals.
Not accepting new clients

Katherine Qubain Ernst
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I'm Dr. Ernst, a post-doctoral fellow at Wynns Family Psychology. My expertise is in providing services to children, teens, young adults, and parents with trauma, ADHD, depression, and anxiety, as well as chronic illnesses and disabilities. I also specialize in working with
LGBTQ
+ kids, teens, young adults, and their parents. I have experience with providing therapy and testing services in community mental health, inpatient drug & alcohol rehabilitation, private practice, and school settings.

Michelle Topal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am a cisgender woman (she/her) who has been helping & part of the
queer
community for over 30 years.
Appointments Available. Are you struggling with life in these stressful, divisive & uncertain political times or just feeling down in general? Are you along the sexual or gender continuum (
LGBTQ
+) & looking for someone who gets it? Or are you & your partner(s)/spouse struggling in your relationship? I'd like to help. I've been committed to helping teens, parents, & relationships/couples, families & the
LGBTQ
+ community feel heard, cared for, accepted & understood for over 25 years. I am here to help; creating a safe space to explore & grow. I look forward to being someone who can be the encouraging voice to help you find your own.
Waitlist for new clients

Autumn Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
We work with clients from all religious backgrounds, including folx who have transitioned out of or do not practice organized religion and practice
LGBTQIA
+ affirmative therapy.
Trauma, anxiety, and depression affect all areas of our lives and impact our ability to feel safe and secure. When experiencing hardships it can feel like negative feelings and thoughts just won't stop. These emotions can also become so overwhelming that they begin to interfere with our happiness, relationships, and ability to take control of our life. At Regrowth Counseling we will work collaboratively to process and endure intense emotions, overcome challenges and fill your toolbox with techniques to help you move forward in your life.

Sacred Spiral Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My areas of interest are: grief & loss, trauma, PTSD, spirituality,
LGBTQIA
+, depression, life transitions, relationships and family conflict.
Hello! I'm glad you're here. If you found my page, chances are you're seeking some kind of healing or change. Something in your life is not working for you. Maybe a big life event has happened, or it's a culmination of all the little things. It takes a lot of courage to seek help and can also leave you feeling vulnerable. Trying to figure out how exactly to start healing and finding the right therapist can be tough. I am here to support you with that process, whatever that may look like for you.
Waitlist for new clients

Rachel Maguire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I myself am a member of the
LGBTQIA
+ community, am committed to anti-racist, intersectional work, and practice from a space of cultural humility.
I work well with anyone struggling with symptoms of mental illness (including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder), processing trauma or grief, undergoing transitions, exploring their gender or sexual identity, or is a survivor of gender violence. I also understand the emotional impact of online relationships, friendships, and community building, and enjoy working with folks immersed in online culture or who have online/long-distance support systems.
Raleigh, NC 27612
& Online
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Waitlist for new clients

Rachel Burns
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
I have training in EMDR, ACT, Existential/Gestalt, and mindfulness, and my client relationships are primarily with
LGBTQ
+ folks, religious trauma survivors, and those in life transitions.
I'm here to meet you where you are today. Being human is complicated, and my job is being present with you in your humanness, including those parts that are difficult to acknowledge and attend to with compassion. I can support you in that process - understand where you are, where you've come from, and where you want to go. My therapy sessions will offer you a sounding board and safe space to help you navigate being a human, one who is learning how to relate to yourself, others, your environment, and your spirituality.

Kate Williams
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
While I specialize in working with college and university students and with
LGBTQ
+ concerns, I do work with adults of any walk of life, affirming gender and sexual diversity, racial and ethnic identities and all manner of relationship make-ups - poly and kink aware in particular.
Accepting new clients - Something isn’t working, maybe your mind has been racing and you don’t know how to quiet it down, maybe painful feelings keep you up at night or you don't know what you really want your life to be. If you're thinking you'd like some help figuring out what is going on and how you can create change in your life, I'm happy to use my experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor to provide the support and information you could find useful. My clients have told me they left therapy understanding themselves better, feeling more confident they can manage their emotions and improved at work or school.

Erin M Schicht
MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Finally, I have extensive experience in working with the
LGBTQ
community as well as those with severe depression and anxiety.
Everyone has the potential to unlock who they want to become and achieve a balanced life. If this is your first time seeking a therapist or if you have been in therapy before, I find ways to help client's feel comfortable to be able to speak freely to reach their goals. Having experience in working with children and adults in different capacities over my career, it has become my desire to help those I work with find their own potential and assist in empowerment. I have an extensive background in woking with those with a variety of mental health issues in the community mental health setting and hospital setting.
Not accepting new clients

Adriana C Gomez-Nichols
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a quirky,
queer
, Colombian-American, from a small town in the South.
Feeling seen, heard, and understood can be some of the most empowering feelings we experience in life. On the other hand, feeling lost, misunderstood, disconnected, and overwhelmed can be extremely isolating. Whether this is due to trauma, life transitions, identity, relationships, dysfunctional family dynamics, anxious thoughts, etc. I know how hard it is to feel alone. Therapy can be the perfect tool to living authentically when you have the courage to explore your inner world with another person and want to know yourself more fully.

Nick DeJesus
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS, NCC
Verified
Verified
My approach to counseling is that of a “fellow traveler” who takes the journey alongside of you in a way that is calm, open, supportive, empathic, and actively engaged with you at all times. I bring a unique existential approach to counseling that helps you in the “here and now,” and daily lived experiences of your life. I work with couples and individual’s ages 13-70. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, intimacy issues (physical and emotional),
LGBTQIA
issues, men’s issues, marital conflict, sexual addiction, and complex personal life struggles. There is space here for you!
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Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.