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LGBT therapists in Raleigh, NC

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Raleigh, NC

Connect with LGBTQIA-affirming therapists in Raleigh who provide culturally competent care. Headway's 734 providers are available for virtual or in-person sessions, with many open appointments within two weeks and support through insurance coverage.

Kathryn Price

Kathryn Price

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi! My name is Kathryn Price, and I specialize in working with clients that have experienced trauma, and disordered eating habits and/or negative body image. I also have experience in working with a variety of mental health disorders and substance use. I graduated with my Masters degree in Clinical Counseling, with an emphasis in Addictions in 2018 from East Carolina University, and have over 8 years of education and counseling experience in a variety of professional settings.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ozzie Hairston

Dr. Ozzie Hairston

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on finding the right balance of therapy and medication when needed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Tamieka Pennycooke

Tamieka Pennycooke

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and client-centered—I meet people where they are and honor their lived experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jenna Snyder

Jenna Snyder

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My path to this work has been shaped by my own experience of loss as a child, which eventually led me toward a career built around helping people carry hard things and find their way through them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Candice Tate

Dr. Candice Tate

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that therapy is a powerful tool for healing and growth, and I'm dedicated to creating a space where you feel truly heard and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Brooks

Lauren Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in the power of relationships and have a passion for cultivating a therapeutic alliance that creates safety and connectedness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna May

Anna May

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer an LGBTQ+ and ENM affirming space where you can show up fully and be met with curiosity and respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Patrick Hefferan

Patrick Hefferan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have over 14 years of clinical experience in treating children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families using individual and family therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Thakur

Jennifer Thakur

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My hope for all clients is that they leave a session with me feeling heard, validated and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina LaBond

Christina LaBond

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I help people realize their true potential and find meaning/purpose in life while improving self-image and repairing interpersonal relationships through healthy attachment and behavioral patterns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bayley Lee

Bayley Lee

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I often use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy primarily in my practice, as well as other modalities... Let's create a system to develop tools and positive thought processes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Corrine Shuster

Corrine Shuster

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With a relaxed approach, I will help you express your authentic self, discover your own unique path, and find the life that you desire.”
LGBTQIA+, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Justina Janda

Justina Janda

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I believe healing happens when we feel truly seen and safe enough to explore what's unfolding inside us.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sophia Davis

Sophia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use an integrative approach to therapy informed by interpersonal, strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral, harm reduction, trauma-informed and anti-oppressive perspectives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. David Graham

Dr. David Graham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntersville, NC


“Through a collaborative, supportive process, I help clients gain insight, develop effective strategies, and move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Alisha Dusty

Alisha Dusty

Therapist

Virtual • Garner, NC


“I'm passionate about working with adults who feel like their past is negatively affecting their present.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jeffrey Kulley

Dr. Jeffrey Kulley

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm respectful and sincere but have a relaxed, informal style. I'm direct and upfront about what I'm thinking and much prefer plain language to clinical jargon.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Alexis Campbell

Alexis Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be both sacred and practical. We'll talk about the big, existential questions and also the everyday challenges—patterns in relationships, managing stress, making sense of emotions, and finding meaning when life feels chaotic.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luz Velez

Luz Velez

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


Welcome,

Looking for someone that is warm, direct and knowledgeable. You found it!! I look forward to assisting you reconnect your mind, body and spirit using EMDR, Brainspotting or talk therapy. Have a great day.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Megan Smith

Megan Smith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


**** I take BCBS, Aetna, & Cigna****

Hi, I’m Megan. I’m really glad you’re here. I’m a licensed therapist who cares deeply about helping people feel more grounded, understood, and connected to themselves again. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, grieving, or just trying to make sense of things, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I show up with compassion, curiosity, and a pace that meets you where you are.

I work with people navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, life transitions, and the quiet heaviness that builds over time. My goal is to create a space where you can be fully yourself, even when life feels messy, uncertain, or heavier than you expected.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Jenkins

April Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I help women rediscover their identity, unlock their potential, and stand on the unshakable foundation of self-love and purpose.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Seana Pernice-Kowalczyk

Seana Pernice-Kowalczyk

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with specialized training in EMDR, an evidence-based approach that helps people process unresolved trauma in more adaptive ways.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kaleesa Turnage

Kaleesa Turnage

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“You can expect to be listen to and challenged in sessions with me. I create a safe and friendly environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christy Jacoby

Christy Jacoby

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Imagine working collaboratively with a caring therapist who offers real solutions for mood management.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Max McIntosh

Max McIntosh

Therapist

Virtual • Winston-Salem, NC


“I use TF-CBT, EMDR, ARC, CBT, DBT, and ACT to help people recover from maltreatment and build healthier, happier lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ronella Ellis

Ronella Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a grounded, compassionate presence that honors each client's lived experience, identity, and values.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carol Battle-Ferguson

Carol Battle-Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is a partnership, and together we'll work toward your goals at a pace that feels comfortable for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Harry Pearson

Dr. Harry Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I’m Dr. Pearson, and I draw on over 30 years of counseling experience helping individuals, couples, marriages, families, teens, children, and organizations work through life’s challenges. I support clients dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, anger, relationship issues, family conflict, addiction and alcohol concerns, military-related stress, and major life transitions. My background includes working with people across many stages of life, including active-duty military members, veterans, DoD staff, military families, couples preparing for marriage, families under stress, and individuals seeking healthier ways to live at home, at work, and in their relationships. I believe therapy should offer hope, practical support, and a clear path toward healthy change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sayer Mesh

Sayer Mesh

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m Sayer, I’ve got a Master’s in Social Work from Simmons University and have been working in the field for over 15 years. Most of my experience has been supporting folks from marginalized populations in rural communities, which has taught me a lot about resilience, strength, and the power of healing.

I see therapy as a way to build tools for facing life’s challenges, especially from a trauma-informed perspective. My main focus is working with the 2SLGBTQ+ community — helping folks explore their identities, feel safe in who they are, and work through the unique challenges of being queer in today’s world, where trying to erase us is all too common.

If you're looking for a therapist who gets it — someone who’s real, caring, and understands the importance of showing up authentically — I’d love to connect with you.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
L. Morris

L. Morris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a collaborative, hands-on approach to therapy. I primarily focus on serving the LGBTQIA+ community, women, non-binary, and genderfluid folks...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sarah Moore

Sarah Moore

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a combination of therapeutic techniques such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, IFS, and psychodynamic approaches because any approach has to be based on your experience and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melissa Krivanek

Melissa Krivanek

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Leland, NC


“My goal is to empower my patients to live their lives to the fullest and promote mental wellness across the lifespan.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Best

Lisa Best

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe counseling is one of the best investments a person can make in themselves. Everyone needs a space that feels safe—where you can be honest, feel seen, and explore your story without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kelci Schaeffer

Kelci Schaeffer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely seen, supported, and able to build more authentic, fulfilling connections with yourself and others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Holly Wickham

Holly Wickham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My personal experience, as someone in recovery and who has been through my own therapy journey, combined with my breadth of professional experience helps me understand how mental health plays a role in all aspects of our lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Monejah King

Monejah King

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that every individual deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported, regardless of their background, life experiences, or current challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Toddra Williams

Toddra Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that each person's story is unique, and I strive to provide a safe, compassionate space where healing and growth can happen at the client's own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kendra Hamman

Kendra Hamman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Im Kendra, I have a bachelors in fine art, and I received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2022. I draw on four years of working in community mental health with folks recovering from substance abuse and behaviors that no longer helpful or are directly harming relationships and mental health. I have lived experience with recovery and loving people struggling with addiction. I have been described as a warm, curious, compassionate, and empowering counselor. I offer trauma‐informed care that is inclusive to all humans, healing happens when you can show up as your authentic and full self!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Scott

Natalie Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“After the first session, you will feel motivated, empowered and confident that it's not too late to start again with a new beginning.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Ring

Tiffany Ring

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I see counseling as a special connection between a therapist and a client. It's all about building trust through genuine empathy, openness, and a safe, non-judgmental space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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 LGBTQIA+ Therapist in Raleigh, NC

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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