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LGBT therapists in North Carolina

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in North Carolina

Headway connects you with 740 licensed providers across North Carolina who offer affirming, open-minded care tailored to your unique needs. Access talk therapy and medication management through virtual or in-person sessions, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Carlos Proctor

Carlos Proctor

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“By integrating highly successful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Mindfulness techniques, I help you slow down and recognize the significance of every moment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erica Perez

Erica Perez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Asheville, NC


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.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shakia Brisbon Steele

Shakia Brisbon Steele

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“My approach is person-centered as I want to make this therapeutic experience as personable as possible.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elvan Okaygun

Elvan Okaygun

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My practice is grounded in evidence-based approaches, that honor the mind-body connection. I help you rebuild trust and connection with yourself and others. My work consists helping you develop awareness, build skills, and expand your perspectives so that you can live a life that is meaningful to you. In addition to my education background in Psychology, Couple and Family Therapy, I am also trained in EMDR, Mindfulness-Based modalities and attachment-based theories.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariah Sinden

Mariah Sinden

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I came into this profession because I have battled and overcome numerous mental health struggles of my own with the help of therapists like myself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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
Colleen Neuer

Colleen Neuer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I come from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach and believe that our thoughts are an integral part of the equation that ends in our actions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mary Smith

Mary Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I listen for the deeper meaning underneath what you're experiencing and help you make sense of your reactions in the context of your life and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Holly Young

Holly Young

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I've personally navigated anxiety and neurodivergence, so I understand how challenging these experiences can be—and I bring lived experience, empathy, and a robust toolbox of coping strategies to my work.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Benjamin Hancock

Benjamin Hancock

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Call me Ben! I've been in private practice as an LCSW for 6+ years and the mental health field at-large for close to a decade. I live in Asheville, North Carolina with my wife and our two cats. I love to go hiking and kayaking, I own a record store where I also work, and love a good gaming session with my friends.

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

Joshua Deena

Therapist

Virtual • Cary, NC


“I take a very casual and conversational approach to therapy, in that I like to keep my sessions as an ongoing conversation between client and therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Raul Zambrano

Raul Zambrano

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in the importance of helping clients rewrite their stories in a way they can feel victorious, rather than feeling stuck in past trauma and pain.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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
Jes McFadden

Jes McFadden

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have had the pleasure of helping adolescents and their families for 15 years as a LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor).”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Courtney Cooper

Courtney Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My practice centers neurodivergent adults — people living with ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and Anxiety — with a particular focus on Black, POC, and LGBTQIA+ clients navigating systems and identities that weren't designed for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Peterken

Jennifer Peterken

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal isn't to "fix" you—you were never broken—but to help you untangle patterns, reconnect with your voice, and build a life that actually fits you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Lydia Long

Lydia Long

Therapist

Virtual • Greensboro, NC


“I practice a variety of acceptance and mindfulness practices that are evidence based treatment modalities tailored to meet your individual needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kim Knoeller

Kim Knoeller

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide a safe space for digging deep, bridging the subconscious and the conscious, and for true and lasting healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Andrea Beach

Andrea Beach

Therapist

Virtual • Cornelius, NC


“I believe meaningful growth happens when clients feel understood and supported while also being encouraged to explore new perspectives and patterns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sandra Adkins-Coss

Sandra Adkins-Coss

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


I have been counseling since graduating from CALU in 2014. My clients have been in varied settings including groups, individual and couple. I use a trauma-informed approach and utilize evidence based practice.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tameka Sutton

Tameka Sutton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a judgment-free space, offering only unconditional positive regard for you as a person.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Illyana Massey

Illyana Massey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a space where you can be honest, authentic, and fully yourself without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
George Tilley

George Tilley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“I view therapy as a partnership. We work together so that a patient can make progress toward one's goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shanika Smith

Shanika Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is supportive, collaborative, and judgment-free. I focus on helping clients feel heard, understood, and actively involved in their treatment plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cynthia Turnbull

Cynthia Turnbull

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Her person-centered approach integrates healthy coping skills, communication, and lifestyle choices with CBT, DBT, EMDR and other therapy models integrated within the therapy approach to fit the clients needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Amaya Wallace

Amaya Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take a person-centered, collaborative approach, meeting you where you are and honoring your unique experiences and strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jade Melito

Jade Melito

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work closely with my clients to create a collaborative environment that gives hope, meaning, and optimism even during the most daunting of circumstances.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christopher Mckillop

Christopher Mckillop

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their challenges and develop meaningful coping skills.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Angel Mayes

Angel Mayes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I want a session to feel like a productive conversation that feels open, engaging, and thought provoking.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Diana Yarber

Diana Yarber

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in meeting people where they are, honoring their strengths, and equipping them with the tools they need to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsey Lykins

Lindsey Lykins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a space where they feel genuinely heard, respected, and accepted without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 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
Dr. Susan Foster

Dr. Susan Foster

Psychologist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My approach is eclectic in nature, utilizing whatever approach works best with the individual client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bonita Hutchinson

Bonita Hutchinson

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“One size does not fit everyone and my approach to therapy is strength based and respectful of your culture, community and truths.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
James Seawel

James Seawel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a personable, client-centered approach informed by evidence-based research to help clients reach their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lissette Torres

Lissette Torres

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Healing becomes possible when we honor the whole person — mind, body, and soul — and work in synergy toward change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Karlee Strickland

Karlee Strickland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Durham, NC


My goal is to provide a safe nonjudgmental space to help you work through what brings you here. I recognize that each person has a unique path to healing that is not for me to define but instead to use my clinical knowledge as a guide. Together we can find the tools that empower you to be your own best healer.






LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharifa Ahrendsen

Sharifa Ahrendsen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a psychodynamic approach that includes fast effective interventions like CBT IFS and bottom up trauma healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joy Close

Joy Close

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative and I work hard to create a supportive, accepting space where people can feel heard, valued, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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