Lesbian Therapists in Raleigh, NC

Hi there! With over 15 years of clinical experience, I am equipped to help you explore and address difficulties such as identity (sexual and gender), life transitions, stress management, family and relationship dynamics, grief, as well as clinical issues to include anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD. I provide specialized assistance with transgender transition path planning, resources, and surgery letters. I am also Kink, Poly/CNM, CD, and Neurodiverse knowledgeable.

Are you ready to experience therapy with someone who really "gets it"? I'm a member of the LGBTQIA+ community who has over 12 years experience working with the LGBTQIA+ population in therapy spaces. I am passionate about work with folks ages 11+, with presenting issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, challenges related to gender identity and sexuality, mixed neurotypes in partnerships, and ethical non-monogamy and polyamory. I am actively anti-racist and continue to seek out trainings to recognize my own biases and blind spots.

Currently accepting with immediate availability. I received my bachelor's in Social Work from NC A&T in 2016 and then went on to graduate from the Joint Master of Social Work program at A&T and UNCG in 2018. Since graduating I have been dedicated to working with diverse populations including but not limited to IDD, Foster Care, Refugees/Immigrants, HIV/AIDS and the Homeless communities. Diversity and inclusion are a strong passion for me, and I work hard to advocate for various communities. I am an advocate for LGBTQIA+, women's issues and look forward to working with individuals, and couples from various backgrounds.

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.

Do you ever feel like you are becoming overwhelmed, or just that no one understands your problems? It can feel like there is no way to escape these feelings, and that there is no way to change. It can be hard to go through these issues on your own, but therapy can be a space where these issues can be addressed. It can provide you the opportunity to explore who you are and make the changes that you want to see in your life.

Immediate Appointments Available, in-person and online. You deserve a life that leaves you excited to wake up in the morning. If life feels overwhelming, or anxiety and depression are making your current existence difficult, I’m honored to be a guide on your therapeutic journey. Successful therapy starts with a strong and trusting relationship, and our work together will be a collaboration. We will find what works best for you to overcome anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, or other life issues causing you to feel stuck.

Things aren't going as you'd hoped or planned. You're strong, doing your best, and holding it together. But things may be falling apart. Maybe it feels like YOU are starting to fall apart at times. You feel stressed. Disconnected. Overwhelmed. Uncertain. Perhaps you're at a transition point in life and wondering how exactly you ended up here. Maybe it is due to a loss of a relationship, the loss of hope of what could or should be, or the death of a loved one. Or perhaps there isn't a clear reason.

We experience difficulties at all stages of life. Difficulties that we keep to ourselves and try to cope with alone. Navigating this world isn't easy and no matter what you've been told, it doesn't make us stronger when we suffer in silence. Strength comes from the determination to stop generational cycles and reclaim what you deserve.

Appointments Available. Are you looking for someone who understands the struggles with life in these stressful, divisive & uncertain political times & is easy to talk to? Or are along the sexual or gender continuum (LGBTQ+) & looking for someone who gets it. Or having problems in your most important relationship(s)? I want to help. For over 30 years I've been helping teens, parents, partners, families & the LGBTQ community, as an out queer person, feel heard, cared for, accepted & understood. I create an authentic, safe & affirming space to explore & grow. I look forward to being an encouraging voice to help you find your own.

I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who are going through transition/change, need extra support, or are dealing with on-going struggles. I see therapy as collaborative between therapist and client. I strive to get to know clients on an individual level including your strengths, challenges, goals, and beliefs. My goal is to help you identify aspects of your life that you would like to change and help you to use the strengths you already possess to reach your life goals. I find that clients appreciate that I am compassionate but direct.

Do you want a highly experienced therapist that uses an integrated and personalized approach to help you live the life you want? Together we can untangle the emotions, shore up your skills and develop a sustainable strategy to move you towards your personal goals. Specialize in women's issues, weekly women's groups and women's overnight wellness retreats.

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.

Accepting new clients! Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. The hardest step is just showing up, and you have already accomplished that! Everyone has different needs and goals - and there is no "one size fits all" approach to therapy. As such, the techniques that I use differ from client to client. We can work collaboratively to address your individual needs and goals! Some of my focus areas include Anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intergenerational Trauma, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Family Trauma, Career Counseling and Stress Management.

Please Note: I am currently online-only and will begin offering in-person sessions in July. As a queer therapist I provide a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ and poly/CNM individuals to explore their identities and experiences. Specializing in supporting graduate students, I understand the unique pressures of academia and offer tailored strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and depression. I am also well-versed in the complexities of chronic illness, chronic pain, and practice from a health at every size lens.

For the last ten 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. As a person who identifies as queer herself, I am strongly committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental, and affirming space for all folks in the LGTBQ community and provide letters for folks looking to receiving gender affirming medical care.

On the outside things look great, but on the inside you are struggling. Work stress is becoming overwhelming, you feel anxious and depressed, and your relationships are suffering. What used to work is no longer working for you. I am here to help you learn new, more effective ways for life to become more manageable. Together we can create and work on goals, which can include improved work performance, more meaningful relationships, better communication, and stress management. We can address addictions which may be hindering performance. Whatever life stress or transition you may be experiencing, I am here to help.

Queer relationships are as exciting as they are terrifying. No predetermined rules, roles, or rituals means we get to write the book. But what happens when we're confronted with endless possibility, little role modeling, & extremely high stakes? Writer's block. If you're in a queer partnership (this includes you queer folx in cit-het passing relationships) & you're looking to cultivate deeper intimacy with your partner(s), transform those pesky childhood strategies you've been using when things go sideways, determine if "monogamish" is a viable option, & let each other in as you heal from relational trauma, I've got you.

Now accepting new clients and working under the clinical supervision of Raymond Jeanes LCSW and a part of Jeanes Mental Health Services. With a passion for helping clients achieve authentic growth and wellness, and over 30 years of experience in human services, my approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, compassion, and collaboration.

Empathic. Easygoing. Humorist. You create happiness for others, but you struggle to find your own bliss. The mask of being the happy-go-lucky friend is tiring. It's beginning to wear you down. You're always expected to bring the jokes. But, it feels like your pain is fake & unworthy of being heard. Putting the sarcasm & punchlines aside can be foreign & painful when you're so used to always bringing the wit to the table. You deserve to give yourself permission to prioritize your needs & set boundaries. Now is the time to heal the pain you've been avoiding. I will help you find joy again with some laughs along the way.