LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Raleigh, NC
Are you navigating the unique challenges of ADHD or Autism? I'm Mekayla, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with experience in supporting neurodivergent individuals, and I’m currently accepting new clients through Telehealth! I believe in creating a space where neurodivergent folks can feel seen, understood, and empowered to thrive. Whether you're looking for strategies to manage ADHD, explore how to better meet your needs as an autistic individual, or simply need a safe space to express yourself – I'm here to help and I want to meet you!
Are you navigating the unique challenges of ADHD or Autism? I'm Mekayla, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with experience in supporting neurodivergent individuals, and I’m currently accepting new clients through Telehealth! I believe in creating a space where neurodivergent folks can feel seen, understood, and empowered to thrive. Whether you're looking for strategies to manage ADHD, explore how to better meet your needs as an autistic individual, or simply need a safe space to express yourself – I'm here to help and I want to meet you!
I believe that therapy works best when it functions as collaboration between my knowledge and yours. This collaboration, along with your feeling truly understood, is essential to lasting change. You are the expert in your own life, my job is to provide information, insight, and tools to assist you in making the lasting changes you want in your life. I enjoy working with teens who may have anxiety, depression or self-harm, as well as adults and moving through major life transitions.
I believe that therapy works best when it functions as collaboration between my knowledge and yours. This collaboration, along with your feeling truly understood, is essential to lasting change. You are the expert in your own life, my job is to provide information, insight, and tools to assist you in making the lasting changes you want in your life. I enjoy working with teens who may have anxiety, depression or self-harm, as well as adults and moving through major life transitions.
I help my clients build a foundation for lasting change by creating mindset shifts that lead to long-term resilience. I take a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming approach. I also offer adult ADHD and autism assessments, as well as general diagnostic evaluation for other mental health conditions.
I help my clients build a foundation for lasting change by creating mindset shifts that lead to long-term resilience. I take a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming approach. I also offer adult ADHD and autism assessments, as well as general diagnostic evaluation for other mental health conditions.
Falling in love is easy; staying in love once you find it can be the difficult part. Let me help you create the relationship you desire. Relationships built on a solid foundation of trust, communication, compassion, bonding, & empathy require work & intention, but you don't have to navigate the road alone. I can help you along this journey. I'm a relationship expert and use research-based approaches such as Gottman, P.A.I.R.S. Essentials, C-CBT for PTSD, etc. However, I am not an expert on your life; therefore, the methods I use can be adaptive so that you can create interventions that are meaningful and fit your life.
Falling in love is easy; staying in love once you find it can be the difficult part. Let me help you create the relationship you desire. Relationships built on a solid foundation of trust, communication, compassion, bonding, & empathy require work & intention, but you don't have to navigate the road alone. I can help you along this journey. I'm a relationship expert and use research-based approaches such as Gottman, P.A.I.R.S. Essentials, C-CBT for PTSD, etc. However, I am not an expert on your life; therefore, the methods I use can be adaptive so that you can create interventions that are meaningful and fit your life.
Abigail
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, LCASA, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you feel like you’re not making progress? Whether you are already in therapy or taking steps on your own, I work with individuals who are asking themselves, “why isn’t this working?” I take a structured approach to therapy, exploring what has been tried, what works and doesn’t work, and what you want to see change in the future. Therapy can feel stagnant at times and it is my goal that you see the progress and sustainable change you are looking for. I work with individuals 18 and up who are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use/addiction, postpartum, parenthood, relationship stress and more.
Do you feel like you’re not making progress? Whether you are already in therapy or taking steps on your own, I work with individuals who are asking themselves, “why isn’t this working?” I take a structured approach to therapy, exploring what has been tried, what works and doesn’t work, and what you want to see change in the future. Therapy can feel stagnant at times and it is my goal that you see the progress and sustainable change you are looking for. I work with individuals 18 and up who are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use/addiction, postpartum, parenthood, relationship stress and more.
Hi! I'm a dually licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) working in the Raleigh, NC area. I received my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) from the North Carolina State University and have been practicing for 7 years. I love what I do. I left a successful career when I was in my mid-40s to go to college so I could become a social worker. I became an LCSW because I lost a partner when I was in my early 30s, and an LCSW helped me navigate a new beginning and changed my life forever.
Hi! I'm a dually licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) working in the Raleigh, NC area. I received my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) from the North Carolina State University and have been practicing for 7 years. I love what I do. I left a successful career when I was in my mid-40s to go to college so I could become a social worker. I became an LCSW because I lost a partner when I was in my early 30s, and an LCSW helped me navigate a new beginning and changed my life forever.
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.
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.
You’ve been carrying a lot for a long time — maybe more than you’ve ever said out loud. Whether you’re an adult overwhelmed by stress or trauma, a teen struggling to cope, a child who’s acting out in ways no one can quite understand, or a couple trying to reconnect, you’re looking for a place that feels safe, calm, and supportive. A place where you don’t have to explain away your pain or pretend to be okay.
At Finding Courage Counseling, I help individuals, children, teens, and couples work through trauma, emotional wounds, anxiety, and relationship struggles with compassion and clarity. Together we can walk through this journey
You’ve been carrying a lot for a long time — maybe more than you’ve ever said out loud. Whether you’re an adult overwhelmed by stress or trauma, a teen struggling to cope, a child who’s acting out in ways no one can quite understand, or a couple trying to reconnect, you’re looking for a place that feels safe, calm, and supportive. A place where you don’t have to explain away your pain or pretend to be okay.
At Finding Courage Counseling, I help individuals, children, teens, and couples work through trauma, emotional wounds, anxiety, and relationship struggles with compassion and clarity. Together we can walk through this journey
Greetings and welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who supports all clients with honesty, transparency, and respect. I hold dual Master’s degrees in Marriage & Family Therapy and Industrial-Organizational Psychology, which allows me to bring both personal and professional insight into the therapeutic space. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey—one where you show up as your authentic self and know that you’ll be supported every step of the way.
Greetings and welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who supports all clients with honesty, transparency, and respect. I hold dual Master’s degrees in Marriage & Family Therapy and Industrial-Organizational Psychology, which allows me to bring both personal and professional insight into the therapeutic space. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey—one where you show up as your authentic self and know that you’ll be supported every step of the way.
Appointments available within 24 to 48hrs. With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I bring a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy. I am trained in EMDR, Hypnotherapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and I thoughtfully integrate these modalities based on each client’s unique needs and goals. I believe healing can occur in an environment that feels safe, authentic, and help clients feel at ease. In our work together, I support clients in identifying and strengthening natural support systems, setting healthy boundaries and coping skills. I specialize in working adults, teens and families.
Appointments available within 24 to 48hrs. With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I bring a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy. I am trained in EMDR, Hypnotherapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and I thoughtfully integrate these modalities based on each client’s unique needs and goals. I believe healing can occur in an environment that feels safe, authentic, and help clients feel at ease. In our work together, I support clients in identifying and strengthening natural support systems, setting healthy boundaries and coping skills. I specialize in working adults, teens and families.
Adina Ambar Middleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27609
Waitlist for new clients
Life sends unexpected events our way and it's important to find resources to help us cope, heal, and move beyond adversity. I have served an eclectic population in my 20+ years as a social worker and therapist. I believe my experiences both in and out of the therapy office have enhanced my ability to provide empathetic and multi-faceted clinical treatment to adolescents, adults, couples and families. My expertise and interests focus on life's varying transitions. I enjoy working with those who may be struggling with family dynamics, relationship pain, school/work stressors and/or identity issues.
Life sends unexpected events our way and it's important to find resources to help us cope, heal, and move beyond adversity. I have served an eclectic population in my 20+ years as a social worker and therapist. I believe my experiences both in and out of the therapy office have enhanced my ability to provide empathetic and multi-faceted clinical treatment to adolescents, adults, couples and families. My expertise and interests focus on life's varying transitions. I enjoy working with those who may be struggling with family dynamics, relationship pain, school/work stressors and/or identity issues.
As a therapist, I believe that you already possess the tools needed to live a life of fulfillment, balance, and desired outcomes. However, sometimes due to a variety of reasons, we can become disempowered, afraid, or confused on how to utilize those tools in their entirety. Being able to recognize that those negative feelings are present is a great first step to tackling any issues you may face. I encourage clients to reach inside and rediscover those mental and emotional tools while also aiding them in discovering new tools that can help to improve their relationship with themselves and others.
As a therapist, I believe that you already possess the tools needed to live a life of fulfillment, balance, and desired outcomes. However, sometimes due to a variety of reasons, we can become disempowered, afraid, or confused on how to utilize those tools in their entirety. Being able to recognize that those negative feelings are present is a great first step to tackling any issues you may face. I encourage clients to reach inside and rediscover those mental and emotional tools while also aiding them in discovering new tools that can help to improve their relationship with themselves and others.
Do you care deeply about your relationship but feel stuck—emotionally, sexually, or both? Maybe you’re struggling with desire discrepancy or low libido, sexual dysfunction or shame or anxiety, disconnect with your partner or yourself - whatever you're navigating, you deserve support in that place. That's why I'm here.
I'm Dr. Anna (she/her/hers), a Licensed Psychologist & AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist specializing in couples counseling and sex therapy across the US via PsyPact. I work with people who want deeper intimacy, more honest communication, and relationships that actually feel good.
Do you care deeply about your relationship but feel stuck—emotionally, sexually, or both? Maybe you’re struggling with desire discrepancy or low libido, sexual dysfunction or shame or anxiety, disconnect with your partner or yourself - whatever you're navigating, you deserve support in that place. That's why I'm here.
I'm Dr. Anna (she/her/hers), a Licensed Psychologist & AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist specializing in couples counseling and sex therapy across the US via PsyPact. I work with people who want deeper intimacy, more honest communication, and relationships that actually feel good.
What if therapy could be the place where you not only work through struggles, but also discover new strengths and a deeper sense of peace?
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can be authentic, vulnerable, and truly heard. I believe therapy is most powerful when it blends compassion with growth where you receive both understanding and the tools to move forward with clarity.
What if therapy could be the place where you not only work through struggles, but also discover new strengths and a deeper sense of peace?
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can be authentic, vulnerable, and truly heard. I believe therapy is most powerful when it blends compassion with growth where you receive both understanding and the tools to move forward with clarity.
My ideal clients are adults navigating complex emotional, behavioral, or high-stress situations impacting daily functioning, relationships, or decision-making. Many experience anxiety, trauma-related responses, emotional overwhelm, or difficulty managing major life stressors. I provide a structured, clinically grounded approach focused on understanding behavioral patterns, emotional functioning, and stress responses. Through assessment, consultation, and supportive clinical insight, I help clients gain clarity, improve functioning, and move forward with greater stability and self-understanding.
My ideal clients are adults navigating complex emotional, behavioral, or high-stress situations impacting daily functioning, relationships, or decision-making. Many experience anxiety, trauma-related responses, emotional overwhelm, or difficulty managing major life stressors. I provide a structured, clinically grounded approach focused on understanding behavioral patterns, emotional functioning, and stress responses. Through assessment, consultation, and supportive clinical insight, I help clients gain clarity, improve functioning, and move forward with greater stability and self-understanding.
I work with clients experiencing ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ related concerns.
I utilize an eclectic, trauma-informed approach, drawing from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and more. Therapy with me is collaborative and gently challenging in a way that helps clients meet their goals. I am not a "blank slate" therapist and bring my authentic self into each session. I enjoy using humor as well.
I work with clients experiencing ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ related concerns.
I utilize an eclectic, trauma-informed approach, drawing from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and more. Therapy with me is collaborative and gently challenging in a way that helps clients meet their goals. I am not a "blank slate" therapist and bring my authentic self into each session. I enjoy using humor as well.
I have experience supporting clients through various challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. With a particular interest in clients who are neurodivergent, whether you have ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or other conditions, I recognize that your experiences are beautifully unique. I offer a safe and inclusive environment where you can explore your strengths, embrace your differences, and develop strategies to navigate the challenges that may arise. Another area of interest for me is working with Spiritual/Religious concerns, especially religious trauma.
I have experience supporting clients through various challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. With a particular interest in clients who are neurodivergent, whether you have ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or other conditions, I recognize that your experiences are beautifully unique. I offer a safe and inclusive environment where you can explore your strengths, embrace your differences, and develop strategies to navigate the challenges that may arise. Another area of interest for me is working with Spiritual/Religious concerns, especially religious trauma.
I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, women’s health, PTSD, antisemitism, LGBTQ, and building confidence.
I'm a very interactive therapist and I'm passionate about supporting my clients both within sessions and in between sessions; to help keep their motivation to achieve their goals successfully. Everyone's needs are different; but the one goal is to be your best self. I will help provide you with the necessary tools and skills to get you there!
I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, women’s health, PTSD, antisemitism, LGBTQ, and building confidence.
I'm a very interactive therapist and I'm passionate about supporting my clients both within sessions and in between sessions; to help keep their motivation to achieve their goals successfully. Everyone's needs are different; but the one goal is to be your best self. I will help provide you with the necessary tools and skills to get you there!
I am LGBTQ+ affirming and committed to providing an inclusive environment where all identities and experiences are respected.
Struggling with intimacy, sexual shame, or feeling disconnected in your relationship? You’re not alone. Many people carry confusion, pain, or silence around sex, relationships, and emotional closeness. I provide telehealth therapy across North Carolina for individuals and couples who want to heal from past experiences, deepen connection, and build more fulfilling relationships.
I am LGBTQ+ affirming and committed to providing an inclusive environment where all identities and experiences are respected.
Struggling with intimacy, sexual shame, or feeling disconnected in your relationship? You’re not alone. Many people carry confusion, pain, or silence around sex, relationships, and emotional closeness. I provide telehealth therapy across North Carolina for individuals and couples who want to heal from past experiences, deepen connection, and build more fulfilling relationships.
My ideal clients are high-achieving women and professionals — including attorneys, executives, and caregivers — who look completely fine on the outside but are quietly struggling on the inside. They come in saying they're anxious, burned out, or just off. What we often discover together is unrecognized trauma underneath those symptoms — patterns rooted in experiences they never labeled as trauma.
Many don't identify as survivors. They identify as exhausted.
At Pivot Power, we do real, focused work. I use ART, IFS, CBT, and DBT to help clients understand what's driving their patterns, process what's underneath, and build an inner l
My ideal clients are high-achieving women and professionals — including attorneys, executives, and caregivers — who look completely fine on the outside but are quietly struggling on the inside. They come in saying they're anxious, burned out, or just off. What we often discover together is unrecognized trauma underneath those symptoms — patterns rooted in experiences they never labeled as trauma.
Many don't identify as survivors. They identify as exhausted.
At Pivot Power, we do real, focused work. I use ART, IFS, CBT, and DBT to help clients understand what's driving their patterns, process what's underneath, and build an inner l
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