

Connect with LGBTQIA-affirming therapists in Raleigh who provide culturally competent care. Headway's 738 providers are available for virtual or in-person sessions, with many open appointments within two weeks and support through insurance coverage.
Evening appointments available. If you feel overwhelmed by your thoughts, if you feel exhausted by the world, if you feel like you don't belong in your own life; then you're in the right place. I am ready for you. Since 2016, I've had the privilege to hold space for people during some of their most difficult days, and had the honor celebrating with them as they reach their goals. I work with adults struggling with anxiety, burnout, depression, trauma & addiction. For some, this might look more like low self-esteem, relationship issues, grief, feelings of dread, overwhelm, stress, and/or shame. I specialize working with people who have had a hard time connecting with a therapist, or struggled to feel improvement in the past.
Hello! I’m Jullee Capshaw, MA, LCMHC (she/her/hers). I began working in the mental health field in 2018 at a psychiatric hospital in Atlanta, GA, where I developed a strong foundation in supporting individuals through complex challenges. I later worked as a Registered Behavior Technician at an autism behavioral clinic, providing ABA therapy to children and their families.
I earned my undergraduate degree from the University of North Georgia and my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UNC Charlotte. During graduate school, I completed an internship at Davidson College while continuing my work with children with autism.
I am now a fully licensed counselor and am grateful to have my own practice, where I strive to create a supportive, compassionate space for clients to grow and heal.
I'm so glad you are here! I have 7 years of experience in psychiatry with a total of 20 years in nursing. I work with those aged 6 and older. I thrive on working closely with my client in setting goals and helping achieve relief of symptoms.
An experienced LCSW, Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and educator, Sherry Smith provides holistic, logical and solution focused techniques to get you feeling better about your circumstances while facilitating solution focused methods proven to help.
If you are truly ready to feel better, and if you are truly ready for change, Sherry Smith is the therapist for you.
I'm Joellen Rhyndress, LCSW, and I specialize in working with veterans, first responders, and executives — and I genuinely love this work. I'm trained in EMDR and have spent years as a trauma expert, particularly around critical incidents and life-disrupting events. I've worked with over 250 clients and I understand your world, your culture, and what it takes to finally ask for help.
I'm so glad you're here! I love working with new moms, helping them navigate the transition into their new role, and high achieving women who have learned to self silence and/or suppress their needs. Helping women navigate any of the challenging transitions of life (newly separated/divorced, new jobs, new relationship, college admission/graduation) is a real passion of mine!
If you have been feeling stuck and having difficulty with motivation or decision paralysis, I can help with that! If you have been struggling to experience joy, let's talk!
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My clients would say I am down to earth, non-judgmental, authentic, warm and compassionate. I often use humor in sessions and find this can ease discomfort around working through hard things. I show up with my own lived experiences which helps me in my work with clients. I am also learning to navigate the world as chaotic and crazy as things feel while parenting children through the process.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Supervisor and have worked in the field for more than 10 years. My experience ranges from school based therapy, community mental health, hospital psychiatric intake and now private practice. I have worked with children, adolescents adults and couples. I especially enjoy working with those within the LGBTQIA+ communities. My specialties are trauma/PTSD, OCD, Couples work and Anxiety. I also enjoy attachment focused treatments and working through negative beliefs we developed as children.
Hello, I am Eva Watts, a seasoned Psychotherapist with 30 years of professional experience. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, in addition several other professional certifications that allows me to utilize a wide variety of treatment modalities to promote change and assist with achieving positive outcomes and would like the opportunity to guide you on your path towards being the best possible you.
I believe therapy works best when it feels safe, genuine, and collaborative. My sessions are a space where you can show up as you are — no judgment, no pressure — just honest conversation and compassionate support. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing on you and find practical, meaningful ways to help you feel more grounded and at peace.
As a clinician, I enjoy working with everyone in all phases of life helping in building self-esteem, managing addiction, trauma, self-discovery, medication management, anger management, re-establishing one's dreams/purpose, building/strengthening relationships one has with self, partners or family systems.
I have worked with foster children, young adults, primary care staff and patients, those who struggled with substance abuse in a methadone clinic, provided supervision to non-licensed social workers in the hospital.
I welcome the opportunity to meet with you for a consultation to see if working together would be a great match like a grilled cheese or peanut butter sandwich.
Best of luck on your journey to health and wellness.
I've been practicing in the mental health field for more than 4 years now. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and love using it with many different clients. I've found that DBT has also helped me on a personal level.
I am from Charlotte, NC where I was born and raised. To say that my childhood had it's challenges was an understatement. It was through overcoming those challenges that I discovered my heart for helping women heal. I graduated from Appalachian State University in 2011 having studied Psychology. I fell in love with the mountains and working with female survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. This spurred me onward to complete my Masters in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2015. I have been a licensed therapist since 2016 and recently transitioned into private practice. I have a 3.5 year old son and we live happily in Weaverville, NC where we regularly hike, swim, and take in the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains that we are lucky to call home.


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.
Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Raleigh starts with finding care that is affirming, experienced, and aligned with your needs. Affirming therapy can support people navigating identity, relationships, family dynamics, gender-related concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for profiles that mention affirmative therapy, experience with LGBTQIA+ populations, gender-diverse clients, or training related to gender-affirming care. A therapist’s listed specialties and bio can help you understand whether their background matches the kind of support you want.
Raleigh has a strong mental health care community, but the right LGBTQIA+-affirming fit may depend on location, schedule, and specific experience. In-person sessions may work well if you prefer an office near home, work, or school, while virtual sessions can expand your options across North Carolina. When narrowing your search, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading bios closely can also show how a therapist describes their communication style, approach, and experience with LGBTQIA+ clients.
Therapy in Raleigh can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care more accessible. Headway helps you search for Raleigh therapists who focus on LGBTQIA+ care, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose from therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans. You can review profiles, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.
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