Transgender Therapists in Wilkes County, NC
You are not struggling with your gender identity, you are struggling in a world that does not validate your experience.
I identify as White, queer, genderqueer, non-disabled, neurodivergent person. I approach counseling from a liberation, anti-oppression therapy perspective. We do not live in a vacuum, the oppression in society has an impact on our mental health. I encourage mindfulness, and insight into your own healing. I specialize in working with the queer community including gender expansive folx and religious trauma. I find that traditional counseling approaches do not facilitate deep healing from religious trauma. I use spiritual practices to foster healing include shamanic journeying, birth charts, astrology, ceremony, and ritual.
You are not struggling with your gender identity, you are struggling in a world that does not validate your experience.
I identify as White, queer, genderqueer, non-disabled, neurodivergent person. I approach counseling from a liberation, anti-oppression therapy perspective. We do not live in a vacuum, the oppression in society has an impact on our mental health. I encourage mindfulness, and insight into your own healing. I specialize in working with the queer community including gender expansive folx and religious trauma. I find that traditional counseling approaches do not facilitate deep healing from religious trauma. I use spiritual practices to foster healing include shamanic journeying, birth charts, astrology, ceremony, and ritual.
Wanda Anthony Burger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS, NCC, CCMC, CCS, PhD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello! At some point in life we find a need to talk to someone. Grief, loss, trauma, adjustment, relational issues are a few areas we can face. My specialties include: grief, trauma: civilian/military PTSD/PTSS, stress, substance abuse; Wellness Groups, Growing through Grief , prevention & early intervention. Boon and Katie, registered,therapy dogs, may join sessions. Boon began working at 9 weeks. In 2016 I added Military Trauma (CCMC) Certified Military Counselor Certificate. It was an honor to complete this certificate and begin working with our wonderful veterans and families. Come visit us at The Therapy House.
Hello! At some point in life we find a need to talk to someone. Grief, loss, trauma, adjustment, relational issues are a few areas we can face. My specialties include: grief, trauma: civilian/military PTSD/PTSS, stress, substance abuse; Wellness Groups, Growing through Grief , prevention & early intervention. Boon and Katie, registered,therapy dogs, may join sessions. Boon began working at 9 weeks. In 2016 I added Military Trauma (CCMC) Certified Military Counselor Certificate. It was an honor to complete this certificate and begin working with our wonderful veterans and families. Come visit us at The Therapy House.
Online Therapists
Finding the right therapist to feel fully seen, safe and understood can be a journey. Especially if you embody one or more marginalized and misunderstood identities! I understand if you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or alone. I would be honored to support you on your journey of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and personal growth. I am dedicated to providing a compassionate and inclusive therapeutic environment where you can freely express yourself and discover your authentic self.
Finding the right therapist to feel fully seen, safe and understood can be a journey. Especially if you embody one or more marginalized and misunderstood identities! I understand if you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or alone. I would be honored to support you on your journey of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and personal growth. I am dedicated to providing a compassionate and inclusive therapeutic environment where you can freely express yourself and discover your authentic self.
Winston Salem Couples
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-S
1 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27103
Relationships are hard work, but you're in the right place. Whether you've been married for years or just dating and considering making a commitment, we can help. Couples who come to see us often have a strong desire to be closer to their partner but have found themselves locked in a pattern of stressful interaction, which leads to the problems they are hoping to address in counseling. Together we navigate the process of understanding the cycles couples get stuck in and identify what needs to change in order to build a safe, intimate, and loving connection.
Relationships are hard work, but you're in the right place. Whether you've been married for years or just dating and considering making a commitment, we can help. Couples who come to see us often have a strong desire to be closer to their partner but have found themselves locked in a pattern of stressful interaction, which leads to the problems they are hoping to address in counseling. Together we navigate the process of understanding the cycles couples get stuck in and identify what needs to change in order to build a safe, intimate, and loving connection.
Grace Parsley
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
I’ve always found that authenticity is the only path to true connection. For those wanting support in transition(s), processing loss or trauma, living with chronic illness/disability, or simply unable to find your way forward; You deserve a counselor who will see you as a person first, not defined by your struggles but someone deserving of validation, support, and care. I pay close attention to the systems in which you are surrounded, the relationships that factor in your wellness, how the past informs the present, and the strengths you have within yourself to make a meaningful life.
I’ve always found that authenticity is the only path to true connection. For those wanting support in transition(s), processing loss or trauma, living with chronic illness/disability, or simply unable to find your way forward; You deserve a counselor who will see you as a person first, not defined by your struggles but someone deserving of validation, support, and care. I pay close attention to the systems in which you are surrounded, the relationships that factor in your wellness, how the past informs the present, and the strengths you have within yourself to make a meaningful life.
Exhausted from anxiously battling against the current? I'm here to support you in finding better ways to move through the heaviness, and strengthen your ability to navigate the state of the world while still finding joy, ease, love, belonging, and meaningful resistance to harmful systems. Feeling disconnected from one’s sense of self and body, from others, from community, can lead us to feel empty, aching and traumatized. Repairing connections can help us feel safer in our own bodies. We'll work through shame to help you feel safer, and be braver, more resilient, and more deeply connected to yourself and the people around you.
Exhausted from anxiously battling against the current? I'm here to support you in finding better ways to move through the heaviness, and strengthen your ability to navigate the state of the world while still finding joy, ease, love, belonging, and meaningful resistance to harmful systems. Feeling disconnected from one’s sense of self and body, from others, from community, can lead us to feel empty, aching and traumatized. Repairing connections can help us feel safer in our own bodies. We'll work through shame to help you feel safer, and be braver, more resilient, and more deeply connected to yourself and the people around you.
WaterYourFire Wellness Collective- Dr. Winley K.
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, HSP-P
2 Endorsed
Online Only
WaterYourFire Wellness Collective specializes in working with Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQ-GNC+ individuals, and folks navigating trauma related to ethno-racial identity, class, sexuality, gender identity and expression, and sexual violence.
The decision to pursue counseling can be a tough but courageous step. People choose to seek out therapy for a variety of reasons, whether it is to explore and better understand parts of self or to address specific areas of concerns. WaterYourFire Wellness Collective works with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and presenting concerns. WYFWC currently operates via Telehealth Therapy (online). WYFWC also provides services in any PsyPact state- see participating states here: https://psypact.site-ym.com/page/psypactmap)
WaterYourFire Wellness Collective specializes in working with Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQ-GNC+ individuals, and folks navigating trauma related to ethno-racial identity, class, sexuality, gender identity and expression, and sexual violence.
The decision to pursue counseling can be a tough but courageous step. People choose to seek out therapy for a variety of reasons, whether it is to explore and better understand parts of self or to address specific areas of concerns. WaterYourFire Wellness Collective works with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and presenting concerns. WYFWC currently operates via Telehealth Therapy (online). WYFWC also provides services in any PsyPact state- see participating states here: https://psypact.site-ym.com/page/psypactmap)
My specialty is working with LGBTQIA+ folks (especially transgender clients), neurodivergent individuals (OCD, Autism, ADHD, AuDHD, and more), college students, and “military brats” navigating frequent change.
Are you navigating identity shifts, uncertainty about your path, or feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or disconnection? I work with individuals seeking a safe, affirming space to feel seen and supported. Whether you're exploring who you are, facing relationship challenges, or juggling multiple roles, you're not alone. This isn’t about fixing you, it’s about healing, growing, and reconnecting with your values. If you're ready to move toward a more authentic, meaningful life, I’m here to support you.
My specialty is working with LGBTQIA+ folks (especially transgender clients), neurodivergent individuals (OCD, Autism, ADHD, AuDHD, and more), college students, and “military brats” navigating frequent change.
Are you navigating identity shifts, uncertainty about your path, or feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or disconnection? I work with individuals seeking a safe, affirming space to feel seen and supported. Whether you're exploring who you are, facing relationship challenges, or juggling multiple roles, you're not alone. This isn’t about fixing you, it’s about healing, growing, and reconnecting with your values. If you're ready to move toward a more authentic, meaningful life, I’m here to support you.
Many of my clients are professionals, healthcare workers, leaders, and high-achieving adults who appear to have everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or stuck on the inside. They may be navigating demanding careers, major life transitions, ADHD, relationship challenges, or the stress of balancing work and personal responsibilities. Together, we work toward greater clarity, resilience, and lasting emotional well-being.
Many of my clients are professionals, healthcare workers, leaders, and high-achieving adults who appear to have everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or stuck on the inside. They may be navigating demanding careers, major life transitions, ADHD, relationship challenges, or the stress of balancing work and personal responsibilities. Together, we work toward greater clarity, resilience, and lasting emotional well-being.
You can book with me now by clicking on my website.
Self-exploration is both, the scariest, and most rewarding journey you can embark upon. My studies in mind, body, spirit and nature have prepared me to provide counseling to those who seek to find their authentic selves. My 20+ years of experience have led me to work with a very wide range of clients in all age groups, and with all kinds of needs. I'd be happy to help you on your journey.
You can book with me now by clicking on my website.
Self-exploration is both, the scariest, and most rewarding journey you can embark upon. My studies in mind, body, spirit and nature have prepared me to provide counseling to those who seek to find their authentic selves. My 20+ years of experience have led me to work with a very wide range of clients in all age groups, and with all kinds of needs. I'd be happy to help you on your journey.
My clinical lens is rooted in harm-reduction, person-in-environment, trauma-informed approaches, and family systems. I generally use an eclectic approach with modalities, but DBT is my favorite. I started my social work career in community-based mental health; in-home family therapy, crisis response, domestic violence, and supporting adolescents interfacing with the criminal justice system. I'm here for the clients who find themselves operating outside of societal norms and learning how to build their own path. I like to think of myself as equal parts affirming and challenging.
My clinical lens is rooted in harm-reduction, person-in-environment, trauma-informed approaches, and family systems. I generally use an eclectic approach with modalities, but DBT is my favorite. I started my social work career in community-based mental health; in-home family therapy, crisis response, domestic violence, and supporting adolescents interfacing with the criminal justice system. I'm here for the clients who find themselves operating outside of societal norms and learning how to build their own path. I like to think of myself as equal parts affirming and challenging.
I am casual and tattooed, and that tends to work for most people... even if it's vastly different from how people picture a typical 'therapist'. I feel very privileged to work with members of the LGBTQ+ community and believe I offer a unique perspective as a trans man (that also happens to be a therapist). I really enjoy providing support to folks while they explore components of their authentic identities. I am comfortable working with folks that identify with being poly and/or kinky (No shaming here!).
I am casual and tattooed, and that tends to work for most people... even if it's vastly different from how people picture a typical 'therapist'. I feel very privileged to work with members of the LGBTQ+ community and believe I offer a unique perspective as a trans man (that also happens to be a therapist). I really enjoy providing support to folks while they explore components of their authentic identities. I am comfortable working with folks that identify with being poly and/or kinky (No shaming here!).
Do you have a longing to be seen and understood, but feel equally as terrified of the vulnerability it would take to have these needs met? You’re not alone. Complex trauma can affect your view of yourself, others, and the world around you. This can be especially daunting when holding identities that are marginalized. I am here to support any and all aspects of your internal world and external realities.
Do you have a longing to be seen and understood, but feel equally as terrified of the vulnerability it would take to have these needs met? You’re not alone. Complex trauma can affect your view of yourself, others, and the world around you. This can be especially daunting when holding identities that are marginalized. I am here to support any and all aspects of your internal world and external realities.
Many of us carry an unnamed ache within... A sense of being disconnected from ourselves, our loved ones, or a life that no longer feels like ours. Resentment builds, self-criticism loops, and numbing out becomes a survival strategy. I work with individuals, couples, and teens who are ready to stop running from pain and start moving toward something real: aliveness, connection, and love. Using EFT/EFIT, we won't just talk about change — we'll practice it together, in the room. If you're ready to feel more like yourself again, I'd love to connect.
Many of us carry an unnamed ache within... A sense of being disconnected from ourselves, our loved ones, or a life that no longer feels like ours. Resentment builds, self-criticism loops, and numbing out becomes a survival strategy. I work with individuals, couples, and teens who are ready to stop running from pain and start moving toward something real: aliveness, connection, and love. Using EFT/EFIT, we won't just talk about change — we'll practice it together, in the room. If you're ready to feel more like yourself again, I'd love to connect.
As a proud, openly transgender femme, I love providing space to explore the fullness of your humanity, not just your trans or queer identity.
My goal as a therapist is to help you heal, build healthier relationships, and befriend the parts of you that feel shameful or unloveable in order to access the gold buried within. I primarily use somatic IFS, and incorporate ACT, psychodynamic approaches, and other techniques to attune to your unique needs. I am trained in inferential CBT (I-CBT) for OCD.
As a proud, openly transgender femme, I love providing space to explore the fullness of your humanity, not just your trans or queer identity.
My goal as a therapist is to help you heal, build healthier relationships, and befriend the parts of you that feel shameful or unloveable in order to access the gold buried within. I primarily use somatic IFS, and incorporate ACT, psychodynamic approaches, and other techniques to attune to your unique needs. I am trained in inferential CBT (I-CBT) for OCD.
I am passionate about providing a safe space for clients to explore all parts of themselves without judgement. Finding a therapist that is the right fit can be an overwhelming process, especially if you hold one or more marginalized identities. I strive to promote client autonomy and to collaborate with the people I work with to encourage healing and empowerment. I believe that we all have the capacity to grow into our most authentic selves, and as a therapist I work alongside my clients to support them in their unique journeys.
I am passionate about providing a safe space for clients to explore all parts of themselves without judgement. Finding a therapist that is the right fit can be an overwhelming process, especially if you hold one or more marginalized identities. I strive to promote client autonomy and to collaborate with the people I work with to encourage healing and empowerment. I believe that we all have the capacity to grow into our most authentic selves, and as a therapist I work alongside my clients to support them in their unique journeys.
My ideal client would be anyone who is struggling with feeling acceptance because of who they are, and anyone who is struggling with any sort of mood or psychotic disorder. I want to help you live a life that you want no matter who you are. The team at Lavni is dedicated to acessibility for folks on Medicare and Medicaid.
My ideal client would be anyone who is struggling with feeling acceptance because of who they are, and anyone who is struggling with any sort of mood or psychotic disorder. I want to help you live a life that you want no matter who you are. The team at Lavni is dedicated to acessibility for folks on Medicare and Medicaid.
Are you looking for a nonjudgmental environment where you can be seen and heard in your authenticity, while working through the challenges of your life? I specialize in helping queer/LGBTQ+ individuals and men struggling with anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges, with an additional focus on religious trauma. By bringing awareness to feelings, relationship dynamics and the typical ways you react to your life circumstances in a safe, supporting therapeutic relationship, you will gain the clarity and inner calm you need to make conscious, intentional choices for your life.
Are you looking for a nonjudgmental environment where you can be seen and heard in your authenticity, while working through the challenges of your life? I specialize in helping queer/LGBTQ+ individuals and men struggling with anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges, with an additional focus on religious trauma. By bringing awareness to feelings, relationship dynamics and the typical ways you react to your life circumstances in a safe, supporting therapeutic relationship, you will gain the clarity and inner calm you need to make conscious, intentional choices for your life.
I'm a queer trauma therapist with a background in anti-sexual violence work and healthcare chaplaincy. For me, the therapeutic relationship is central to the work, so I strive to bring authenticity, honesty, validation, and humor (when it's appropriate) to my sessions.
My goal is to support my clients in learning to navigate their personal struggles, not by shutting down or burning out, but by cultivating mindful self-compassion, addressing chronic shame, and holding space for their emotions without being overwhelmed.
I'm a queer trauma therapist with a background in anti-sexual violence work and healthcare chaplaincy. For me, the therapeutic relationship is central to the work, so I strive to bring authenticity, honesty, validation, and humor (when it's appropriate) to my sessions.
My goal is to support my clients in learning to navigate their personal struggles, not by shutting down or burning out, but by cultivating mindful self-compassion, addressing chronic shame, and holding space for their emotions without being overwhelmed.
Loui Lindsay
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
1 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Waitlist for new clients
They seek to: Manage Anxiety & Depression, Explore & Affirm Identity Access Gender-Affirming Care, Developing Coping Strategies, and Finding Community & Support.
I am a compassionate, affirming, and knowledgeable professional who can provide guidance, validation, and evidence-based support in navigating mental health and identity-related concerns. My counseling approach integrates adventure-based techniques, offering dynamic and experiential methods to address and treat client concerns.
They seek to: Manage Anxiety & Depression, Explore & Affirm Identity Access Gender-Affirming Care, Developing Coping Strategies, and Finding Community & Support.
I am a compassionate, affirming, and knowledgeable professional who can provide guidance, validation, and evidence-based support in navigating mental health and identity-related concerns. My counseling approach integrates adventure-based techniques, offering dynamic and experiential methods to address and treat client concerns.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.