LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Thomasville, NC
The last few years have been tough. Tougher than we ever thought possible. This has caused chaos, stressful home life, and violence to increase in our communities. If you have been affected recently by these things, I want you to know, you are not alone. You do not need to struggle any longer. Healing begins the moment we feel truly seen and understood.
The last few years have been tough. Tougher than we ever thought possible. This has caused chaos, stressful home life, and violence to increase in our communities. If you have been affected recently by these things, I want you to know, you are not alone. You do not need to struggle any longer. Healing begins the moment we feel truly seen and understood.
Imagine life is like a journey completely in your control but you feel stuck. Choices you make dictate life’s obstacles and they can be tricky. Life’s journey comes with no instruction pamphlet or ready-made companions. A path unfolds and you decide what to do and who to trust along the way. As you journey you begin to see things you want, potential companions, places you want to explore, and tools you can use to make travels simpler. There are so many choices to make with no time to stop and contemplate the best decision; you have to keep going by making choices every day, about everything. Decisions and deadlines do not wait.
Imagine life is like a journey completely in your control but you feel stuck. Choices you make dictate life’s obstacles and they can be tricky. Life’s journey comes with no instruction pamphlet or ready-made companions. A path unfolds and you decide what to do and who to trust along the way. As you journey you begin to see things you want, potential companions, places you want to explore, and tools you can use to make travels simpler. There are so many choices to make with no time to stop and contemplate the best decision; you have to keep going by making choices every day, about everything. Decisions and deadlines do not wait.
Welcome to Therapy! In order for us to create healthy change and live life on our own terms we have to be willing to become comfortable being uncomfortable. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts in order to create opportunities. I provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which my clients can explore the issues and challenges they are facing through a therapeutic approach. I currently service clients in North Carolina, Georgia, and Texas.
Welcome to Therapy! In order for us to create healthy change and live life on our own terms we have to be willing to become comfortable being uncomfortable. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts in order to create opportunities. I provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which my clients can explore the issues and challenges they are facing through a therapeutic approach. I currently service clients in North Carolina, Georgia, and Texas.
With 17 years of experience in the mental health field, I have dedicated my career to serving children, adolescents, adults, and marginalized populations across diverse clinical settings. My professional expertise includes community outpatient care, primary care behavioral health, crisis intervention, psychosocial rehabilitation, and substance use disorder treatment. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Education from East Carolina University and later obtained a Master of Social Work through the Joint Master of Social Work Program of North Carolina A&T State University and The University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
With 17 years of experience in the mental health field, I have dedicated my career to serving children, adolescents, adults, and marginalized populations across diverse clinical settings. My professional expertise includes community outpatient care, primary care behavioral health, crisis intervention, psychosocial rehabilitation, and substance use disorder treatment. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Education from East Carolina University and later obtained a Master of Social Work through the Joint Master of Social Work Program of North Carolina A&T State University and The University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
I truly believe that we all possess the strength to overcome the issues that life throws us. Sometimes we just need additional training and assistance from others to help us overcome life’s obstacles. In our counseling relationship, we will work together to create a genuine relationship in which you feel heard and motivated to achieve your goals. Throughout my time as a counselor, I have been able to gain experience working with those dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief and loss, substance misuse, stress management, time management, ADHD, trauma, and adjustment issues.
I truly believe that we all possess the strength to overcome the issues that life throws us. Sometimes we just need additional training and assistance from others to help us overcome life’s obstacles. In our counseling relationship, we will work together to create a genuine relationship in which you feel heard and motivated to achieve your goals. Throughout my time as a counselor, I have been able to gain experience working with those dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief and loss, substance misuse, stress management, time management, ADHD, trauma, and adjustment issues.
High Point Family Therapy Services, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
If anxiety is affecting your relationships, work, sleep, or sense of well-being, you may feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck. Therapy provides a safe place to better understand what is happening and develop practical ways to move forward.
I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups seeking relief from anxiety and the challenges it creates in daily life. Together, we will identify the sources of your distress, understand the patterns that sustain it, and develop effective strategies for lasting change. My goal is to help you experience greater peace, stronger relationships, and renewed confidence.
If anxiety is affecting your relationships, work, sleep, or sense of well-being, you may feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck. Therapy provides a safe place to better understand what is happening and develop practical ways to move forward.
I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups seeking relief from anxiety and the challenges it creates in daily life. Together, we will identify the sources of your distress, understand the patterns that sustain it, and develop effective strategies for lasting change. My goal is to help you experience greater peace, stronger relationships, and renewed confidence.
Therapy is an experience that can benefit everyone. It allows us to take the time to look closely at ourselves. It can help us reflect on how to manage difficult life changes, loneliness and challenging relationships. Everyone experiences sadness and stress. Speaking with a therapist who is nonjudgmental and accepting can help us understand how to meet our professional, personal, and relationship needs. I am a psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience. I use a practical and flexible approach to treat problems such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life-stage adjustment, and others.
Therapy is an experience that can benefit everyone. It allows us to take the time to look closely at ourselves. It can help us reflect on how to manage difficult life changes, loneliness and challenging relationships. Everyone experiences sadness and stress. Speaking with a therapist who is nonjudgmental and accepting can help us understand how to meet our professional, personal, and relationship needs. I am a psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience. I use a practical and flexible approach to treat problems such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life-stage adjustment, and others.
Hi! I am now accepting new clients as of August 2026! I work hard to help my clients learn positive coping skills, problem solve, and work towards a calmer future. If you are someone who is struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, family conflict, work stress, or just need someone to vent to, then we will be a good fit for each other. I’m here to help you process and move forward. We will work together to determine the best path forward.
Hi! I am now accepting new clients as of August 2026! I work hard to help my clients learn positive coping skills, problem solve, and work towards a calmer future. If you are someone who is struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, family conflict, work stress, or just need someone to vent to, then we will be a good fit for each other. I’m here to help you process and move forward. We will work together to determine the best path forward.
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I love working with LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent folks, creatives, activists, health care professionals, and couples (poly/ENM-affirming & knowledgeable).
Now scheduling autism/ADHD assessments! Wait list for ongoing therapy. I’m a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed EMDR therapist. I recognize that therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, so my approach is personalized, collaborative, and centered on YOU: your strengths, your goals, and your needs. I don’t do "neutral" because we don’t live in a vacuum. I recognize the importance of naming external forces that impact mental health, and I strive to create a space where your identities are celebrated and affirmed. I am passionate about advocacy and accessibility and provide strengths-based support for all neurotypes.
I love working with LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent folks, creatives, activists, health care professionals, and couples (poly/ENM-affirming & knowledgeable).
Now scheduling autism/ADHD assessments! Wait list for ongoing therapy. I’m a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed EMDR therapist. I recognize that therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, so my approach is personalized, collaborative, and centered on YOU: your strengths, your goals, and your needs. I don’t do "neutral" because we don’t live in a vacuum. I recognize the importance of naming external forces that impact mental health, and I strive to create a space where your identities are celebrated and affirmed. I am passionate about advocacy and accessibility and provide strengths-based support for all neurotypes.
Kiara "Bambi" has a specialization with integrating spiritual practices and psychology, with an approach centered on trauma-informed care and cultural practices. Her mission is to empower the community by assisting clients with achieving true transformative change through growth and healing. She offers individual, family, couples therapy. If you have experienced trauma, chronic stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, confusion around your life, identity, relationship(s), career, or just seeking a safe space to unwind, breathe, be heard, seen, & uplifted while also being dedicated to doing the work, then she is the therapist for you.
Kiara "Bambi" has a specialization with integrating spiritual practices and psychology, with an approach centered on trauma-informed care and cultural practices. Her mission is to empower the community by assisting clients with achieving true transformative change through growth and healing. She offers individual, family, couples therapy. If you have experienced trauma, chronic stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, confusion around your life, identity, relationship(s), career, or just seeking a safe space to unwind, breathe, be heard, seen, & uplifted while also being dedicated to doing the work, then she is the therapist for you.
As a therapist I am dedicated to LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, and neurodivergent adults, I focus on providing neuroaffirmative and LGBTQIA+ affirmative care tailored to your unique experiences.
I specialize in supporting individuals facing a variety of challenges, including addiction, trauma, gender, autism, ADHD, and anxiety/depression. I am passionate about helping clients explore their sexuality and identity, as well as navigating relationship dynamics within family systems. I focus on reducing stigma and shame about topics society teaches us.
As a therapist I am dedicated to LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, and neurodivergent adults, I focus on providing neuroaffirmative and LGBTQIA+ affirmative care tailored to your unique experiences.
I specialize in supporting individuals facing a variety of challenges, including addiction, trauma, gender, autism, ADHD, and anxiety/depression. I am passionate about helping clients explore their sexuality and identity, as well as navigating relationship dynamics within family systems. I focus on reducing stigma and shame about topics society teaches us.
My areas of expertise include life changes, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and self-worth.
Are you ready to make a change in your life? You might be grappling with issues like anxiety, depression, or a challenging life transition. Maybe you feel stuck or are struggling to find meaning and purpose. Your needs are multi-faceted. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings and thoughts openly. I'm here to support you every step of the way, to walk with you as you explore and heal. I believe in your capacity for change and growth and am committed to helping you achieve your goals. Together, we'll work towards a future that feels hopeful and fulfilling.
My areas of expertise include life changes, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and self-worth.
Are you ready to make a change in your life? You might be grappling with issues like anxiety, depression, or a challenging life transition. Maybe you feel stuck or are struggling to find meaning and purpose. Your needs are multi-faceted. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings and thoughts openly. I'm here to support you every step of the way, to walk with you as you explore and heal. I believe in your capacity for change and growth and am committed to helping you achieve your goals. Together, we'll work towards a future that feels hopeful and fulfilling.
I provide LGBTQ+ affirming and neurodiversity-affirming care, including therapy for ADHD and autistic clients.
Do you struggle to say “no”, put others’ needs before your own, or feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? I work with adults navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Together, we’ll build practical coping skills, process difficult experiences, strengthen boundaries, and create meaningful changes that support greater balance, resilience, and well-being.
I provide LGBTQ+ affirming and neurodiversity-affirming care, including therapy for ADHD and autistic clients.
Do you struggle to say “no”, put others’ needs before your own, or feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? I work with adults navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Together, we’ll build practical coping skills, process difficult experiences, strengthen boundaries, and create meaningful changes that support greater balance, resilience, and well-being.
Are you running on empty, trapped in a hypervigilant "haze" of chronic stress? You might be an over-functioning individual or an ancestral cycle-breaker who is completely exhausted from carrying trauma in your body, manifesting as locked shoulders, GI distress, and deep burnout. You are looking to heal childhood wounds, navigate the heavy "hangover" of setting family boundaries, and stop abandoning yourself in relationships.
We don't just talk. Using EMDR, IFS somatic tracking, and nature-based grounding, we discharge that constant "high alert" state from your nervous system so you can reclaim rest, play, and absolute autonomy.
Are you running on empty, trapped in a hypervigilant "haze" of chronic stress? You might be an over-functioning individual or an ancestral cycle-breaker who is completely exhausted from carrying trauma in your body, manifesting as locked shoulders, GI distress, and deep burnout. You are looking to heal childhood wounds, navigate the heavy "hangover" of setting family boundaries, and stop abandoning yourself in relationships.
We don't just talk. Using EMDR, IFS somatic tracking, and nature-based grounding, we discharge that constant "high alert" state from your nervous system so you can reclaim rest, play, and absolute autonomy.
Hello! I'm Stephanie Richardson, a licensed counselor. I work best with clients who are eager to change and dedicated to the therapy journey. The success of our work together largely depends on your commitment to participate, which might sometimes bring about emotional discomfort. As we explore distressing memories and recognize the emotions tied to them, you may experience strong feelings like anger, sadness, or anxiety. Although I can't guarantee changes to your behavior or situation, I promise to support you and strive to understand you completely.
Hello! I'm Stephanie Richardson, a licensed counselor. I work best with clients who are eager to change and dedicated to the therapy journey. The success of our work together largely depends on your commitment to participate, which might sometimes bring about emotional discomfort. As we explore distressing memories and recognize the emotions tied to them, you may experience strong feelings like anger, sadness, or anxiety. Although I can't guarantee changes to your behavior or situation, I promise to support you and strive to understand you completely.
I am a queer, bi-cultural, large bodied, first generation late college graduate with ADHD and a lot of experience overcoming obstacles.
Somewhere along the way you started feeling like a zombie. You are physically and emotionally exhausted. You're feeling burned out, overwhelmed, disconnected and on edge. Hopelessness is sinking in or has already sunken in. You're calling out to work or skipping classes. You are terrified that you can't handle life's demands or the needs of those who count on you. Your family and relationships are suffering. The words "self-care" elicits both a laugh and a sinking feeling in your stomach, but also, you know that at some point something has to give. You are tired of feeling guilty for having your own needs. It is time.
I am a queer, bi-cultural, large bodied, first generation late college graduate with ADHD and a lot of experience overcoming obstacles.
Somewhere along the way you started feeling like a zombie. You are physically and emotionally exhausted. You're feeling burned out, overwhelmed, disconnected and on edge. Hopelessness is sinking in or has already sunken in. You're calling out to work or skipping classes. You are terrified that you can't handle life's demands or the needs of those who count on you. Your family and relationships are suffering. The words "self-care" elicits both a laugh and a sinking feeling in your stomach, but also, you know that at some point something has to give. You are tired of feeling guilty for having your own needs. It is time.
Laurel Keeling
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHCA, NCC
2 Endorsed
Greensboro, NC 27410
I’m a white, bisexual, spiritual, fat, able-bodied cisgender woman who is passionate about creating a safe, supportive space for individuals (14+).
My therapeutic style encompasses authenticity, empathy, honesty, patience, and warmth! I encourage clients to communicate and express themselves in a way that is authentic to them. Our work together will be collaborative and tailored to your needs. It would be an incredible honor to be invited in by you to see and explore your world!
I’m a white, bisexual, spiritual, fat, able-bodied cisgender woman who is passionate about creating a safe, supportive space for individuals (14+).
My therapeutic style encompasses authenticity, empathy, honesty, patience, and warmth! I encourage clients to communicate and express themselves in a way that is authentic to them. Our work together will be collaborative and tailored to your needs. It would be an incredible honor to be invited in by you to see and explore your world!
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of past experiences or struggling to find peace in the present? At our trauma-informed practice in Winston-Salem, NC, we understand that healing is a journey—and you don’t have to walk it alone.
Our approach goes beyond treating symptoms—we aim to empower you to reconnect with your strengths, reframe unhelpful patterns, and move forward with clarity and confidence. We integrate trauma-informed principles into every aspect of our practice, ensuring you feel seen, heard, and supported.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of past experiences or struggling to find peace in the present? At our trauma-informed practice in Winston-Salem, NC, we understand that healing is a journey—and you don’t have to walk it alone.
Our approach goes beyond treating symptoms—we aim to empower you to reconnect with your strengths, reframe unhelpful patterns, and move forward with clarity and confidence. We integrate trauma-informed principles into every aspect of our practice, ensuring you feel seen, heard, and supported.
Are you tired of anxiety taking over your life? Has social anxiety or people pleasing affected your self confidence? Maybe you're looking for ways to end unhealthy patterns in your personal life and establish healthy, long-lasting relationships. You might have read an article on anxious attachment and went "yep, that's me." Building social skills when so much of our interactions are online, making friends as an adult, or creating work-life balance can be confusing, challenging experiences. I want to help you strengthen your self-esteem, reduce stress, build assertiveness, and create the social life you want on your terms.
Are you tired of anxiety taking over your life? Has social anxiety or people pleasing affected your self confidence? Maybe you're looking for ways to end unhealthy patterns in your personal life and establish healthy, long-lasting relationships. You might have read an article on anxious attachment and went "yep, that's me." Building social skills when so much of our interactions are online, making friends as an adult, or creating work-life balance can be confusing, challenging experiences. I want to help you strengthen your self-esteem, reduce stress, build assertiveness, and create the social life you want on your terms.
Taking the first step toward therapy isn't always easy (and honestly, it can feel a little awkward at first), but you don't have to have everything figured out before you begin. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, substance use concerns, intimacy and communication, or simply wanting to feel more like yourself again, I'm here to help. Together, we'll identify what's getting in the way, build on your strengths, and work toward meaningful, lasting change in a supportive, judgment free space.
Taking the first step toward therapy isn't always easy (and honestly, it can feel a little awkward at first), but you don't have to have everything figured out before you begin. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, substance use concerns, intimacy and communication, or simply wanting to feel more like yourself again, I'm here to help. Together, we'll identify what's getting in the way, build on your strengths, and work toward meaningful, lasting change in a supportive, judgment free space.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.