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LGBT therapists in Asheville, NC

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Asheville, NC

Headway's 736 providers in North Carolina include compassionate therapists ready to support LGBTQIA individuals navigating identity, relationships, and mental wellness. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, often within two weeks, with free consultations to find your perfect fit.

Lauren Blue

Lauren Blue

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about my work with individuals who have a history of trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, mood-disorders, and BPD.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hailey Lathom

Hailey Lathom

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I truly make a commitment to be in this journey with you and will meet you where you are in life, without judgement...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Valetta Rhinehart

Valetta Rhinehart

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Thanks for stopping by. I believe healing doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or out of reach. If anxiety, depression, trauma, identity stress, or patterns in relationships have left you feeling stuck or exhausted, you’re not alone. Many people seek support when everyday life or past experiences feel heavy, when communication with loved ones breaks down, or when coping feels more reactive than intentional. I work with teens and adults across differences in culture, identity, and life experiences to help you find steadier ground and more meaningful connection in your relationships and your sense of self.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Fungisai Chanakira

Fungisai Chanakira

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My background is in Biology, Health Promotion and Mental Health. As I approached my 30th birthday, I pledged to be free in ALL areas of my life which then spawned the journey of exploring the connection between spirituality and sexuality and I haven't looked back since!

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nancy Marts

Nancy Marts

Therapist

Virtual • Bryson City, NC


“My approach is multidimensional, being flexible to change approaches. Respect is given to gender fluidity and to your personal viewpoints.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suzanne Dumas

Suzanne Dumas

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that we are gifted with brains that can heal from within. Holding space for that healing, I will walk with you every step of the way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sarah Roe

Sarah Roe

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“By focusing on strengths, I am able to validate clients' struggles yet facilitate discovery of their own inner resources and abilities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joyce Carter

Joyce Carter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I aim to help people to understand we all have the power to re-create ourselves and live our best lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Payal Patel

Payal Patel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“My approach to care is holistic and person-centered, focusing on the whole individual, not just their symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Robert Testen

Robert Testen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use supportive and sometimes challenging feedback along with humor when appropriate, to help gain insights and new perspectives into difficult roles and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olivia Danilko

Olivia Danilko

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


“I tailor my methods based on my clients' needs using aspects of various modalities, such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Gottman Method for couples, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, attachment theory, and...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erin Tucker

Erin Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • Wendell, NC


“I believe that change happens when people are encouraged to recognize their own strengths and realize their potential to live happy, fulfilling lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cassie Sigler

Cassie Sigler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I see the therapeutic process as a collaborative experience. I utilize empathy and compassion to validate feelings, while we work to challenge the negative thoughts that prevent people from seeing their full potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Heather Corsello

Heather Corsello

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mooresville, NC


“I encourage my clients to develop coping skills, build resilience, and cultivate self-awareness to better understand how patterns of behaviors may impact their lives...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Noella Dowers

Noella Dowers

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer an individualized yet evidenced based approach to therapy, combining my belief that we all need different things to grow and develop with sound empirical theories of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rhonda Shepherd

Rhonda Shepherd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winston-Salem, NC


“My passion is helping individuals break free from patterns that no longer serve them and supporting people in creating meaningful, sustainable change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Peggy Wallace

Peggy Wallace

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Apex, NC


“I have an holistic style of therapy that is tailored to my client's needs including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luciana Beltran

Luciana Beltran

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“One of my biggest strengths is my capacity to meet people where they are and provide a sense of safety.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bethany Otten

Bethany Otten

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“I believe it important for people to share their story to break stigma. With that said, I share mine.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yamileth Vega

Yamileth Vega

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly express your feelings and work through life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
LaToya Harley

LaToya Harley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cary, NC


LaToya Harley is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She receive a Master of Science in Nursing in Psychiatry at the University of South Alabama. She has worked inpatient and outpatient, psychiatric, and community health settings. In Lifespan Psychiatry: Substance Abuse, Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Cognitive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity Disorders, Personality, Autism/ADHD, Mental Retardation, Developmental Conduct Disorders

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erick Nunez

Erick Nunez

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Change can be scary but so is staying the same. There is a quote that I live by "Whatever you are not changing ... you are choosing".”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Will Krause

Will Krause

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that every client is an expert regarding their life experiences. Therefore, therapy is a collaborative effort...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Andrea Moore

Andrea Moore

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“The goal is for you to have the ability to work with symptoms of trauma, depression, and anxiety, preparing you to lead a more aligned life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teresa Harris

Teresa Harris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My focus is to help you heal, energize, and become aware of how you want to define yourself. This is achieved through providing a client-centered environment while creating a treatment plan to move you toward feeling more self-love. I utilize techniques from solution-focused, cognitive behavioral, and narrative therapies to help you feel more comfortable and capable in your own skin.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shashonna Moore

Shashonna Moore

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“During the past 15 years I've gained valuable academic training and real-life experiences that help me meet individuals where they are and empower them to heal, grow, and meet their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Martinez

Crystal Martinez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Dallas, NC


My background is in all aspects of mental health and substance abuse.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Nancy Bloom

Dr. Nancy Bloom

Psychologist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


I genuinely enjoy my work as a psychologist, and feel honored and privileged to be able to help people on their journey toward health, happiness and well-being. I strive to being a good listener, compassionate, respectful and nonjudgmental. I have a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, with 23 years experience in private practice during which I saw a great diversity of clientele, each owning a variety of mental health issues. I have specialties in substance use issues, mood and anxiety disorders, sport psychology, as well as grief and life transitions. I work with teens and adults of all ages, and I have a special place in my heart for folks who have served our country in the military and for senior citizens.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darlene Mew

Darlene Mew

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I don't just focus on talking about your anxiety—I help you work directly with your nervous system so you can actually feel calmer, more grounded, and more in control.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sophie Reaves

Sophie Reaves

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, interactive, and nonjudgmental. I will treat you with respect, empathy, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alyssa Triolo

Alyssa Triolo

Therapist

Virtual • Greensboro, NC


“My job is not to tell you what to do. I do not give advice. I do not presume to know what you should do in any situation in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Bailey

David Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My experience has been with adolescents and young and emerging adults in psychiatric care, child-welfare, eating disorder treatment, and the prison system.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Maggie Carraway

Dr. Maggie Carraway

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


“My therapy style is attentive, honest, and often includes humor. I strive to show up in a genuine yet deliberate way to facilitate a working alliance based on interpersonal connection and trust.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dylan Colson

Dylan Colson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I know what it feels like to not fit perfectly into the boxes society creates... That's why I became a counselor.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mekayla Boswell

Mekayla Boswell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Are you navigating the unique challenges of ADHD or an Autism Spectrum Disorder? Mekayla Boswell is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with experience in supporting neurodivergent adults, and is currently accepting new clients for telehealth therapy at Lifeologie Counseling Raleigh.

Mekayla believes 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 – she is here to help and wants to meet you!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Stillwagon

Michelle Stillwagon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As an an expert in relationships and sexual intimacy, as well as life's harder moments, when things feel bleak or it is hard to trust that things will work out again, I am here for you. I am empathic, patient, thoughtful, challenging, and an out of the box thinker offering a steady hand to steer you toward your highest path. I am driven by your goals and act as an accountability partner and friendly ally on your journey to seek pleasure, change, and empowerment. I believe there is opportunity in crisis (big and small) and that you are here because you know what it is you need. Let me help you recover your true SELF.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Angela Rasheed

Dr. Angela Rasheed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lowell, NC


“I will provide clinical advice based on my expertise based on evidence based clinical data and studies, and allowing you to participate actively in your treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Iris Whitlock

Iris Whitlock

Therapist

Virtual • Huntersville, NC


Are you tired of being a prisoner to your own negative thoughts, trying everything to ease your sadness and frustration, but feel like you are going in circles? Maybe you've tried self-help books, talking to friends, staying busy, but to no avail. Have you gone through something recently or in the past, which was traumatic and painful, where you feel like keeping to yourself is safest, and doing whatever you can to not get hurt again? Maybe you feel unsure about the world, anxious, unmotivated, and don't know why.


Imagine what it would be like to wake up and not feel so anxious, and able to combat nagging, negative beliefs. Whether you have depression or anxiety, stemming from traumatic experiences or chronic illness, imagine being able to gain strength to gently put these experiences into perspective, and move on about your day.


Let me provide you with healing techniques and tools which I have utilized with many clients. Free yourself from the past and finally find "you" again. OR, let me help you find the new YOU. I offer free phone consultations, as having conversation over the phone with your clinician first, could put you at ease. Don't delay your peace, reach out now.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Diana Moscoso

Diana Moscoso

Therapist

Virtual • Huntersville, NC


“I specialize in PTSD, complex trauma, immigrant issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Katherine Sloan

Katherine Sloan

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My approach is rooted in radical inclusivity. I honor and celebrate the diversity of the human experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you

Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Asheville

Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Asheville starts with identifying what kind of support matters most to you. Some people are looking for help with anxiety, depression, or relationship concerns in a setting where their identity is understood and respected. Others may want focused support around coming out, gender identity, minority stress, or experiences with discrimination. Knowing your priorities can help you narrow your search to providers with relevant experience.

Asheville has a strong LGBTQIA+ community, and many licensed therapists and psychiatrists in the area specialize in affirming care. Look for providers who explicitly list LGBTQIA+ support as a specialty, and read their bios to understand their approach and background. A free phone consultation — offered by many providers on Headway — can help you gauge whether a provider is the right match before committing to a session.

Therapy in Asheville can be expensive without coverage, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find an affirming provider who fits both your needs and your budget.

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