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LGBT therapists in Greensboro, NC

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Greensboro, NC

LGBTQIA mental health support in Greensboro starts with finding the right provider. Headway connects you with 797 licensed therapists and counselors who are warm, inquisitive, and genuinely affirming. With flexible scheduling and free intake calls, you can explore care options that feel right for you.

Jennifer Nelson

Jennifer Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I consider myself as a client-centered therapist, who believes in the health and wellness of the whole person and honoring autonomy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Allie Kirvin

Allie Kirvin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a welcoming, affirming space where you can feel truly heard, supported, and safe to be yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle Saunders

Dr. Michelle Saunders

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My background as a PhD Developmental Psychologist, LMFT... my experience with bipolar disorder, addiction, and abuse allow me to provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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
Dale Karl

Dale Karl

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Because I've been through my own challenges, I understand how difficult it can be, and I bring that perspective into my work.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jessica Russell

Jessica Russell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I look beyond symptoms alone to understand the broader factors that may be affecting your mental health, including sleep, stress, physical health, relationships, and daily routines.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Linda Bell

Linda Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Cary, NC


“I love seeing people become wiser as they go through their lives. So often we're not aware of what we're doing or thinking that is working against us.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Ariel Harris

Ariel Harris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe therapy should be a place where you don’t have to have it all together. Many of my clients are high-achieving professionals who are used to being the “strong one” for everyone else, but privately struggle with relationships, boundaries, confidence, or life transitions. I strive to create a warm, collaborative space where you can show up authentically, gain insight into patterns that no longer serve you, and build healthier relationships with yourself and others. I especially enjoy working with Black women and LGBTQ+ adults and strive to create an affirming, culturally responsive space where clients can show up fully as themselves.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
MaryCaroline Gibson

MaryCaroline Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I utilize a conjunction of modalities including CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, and Person Centered approaches with a holistic lens.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tristin Fouche

Tristin Fouche

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach isn't about fixing you. It's about understanding you—your patterns, your responses, and the ways your experiences have shaped how you move through the world.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emma Huber

Emma Huber

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Not the Instagram version of healing, but real change that lets you actually be yourself, build authentic relationships, and finally put down some of that weight you've been carrying.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Walker

Michele Walker

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in identity exploration and development; trauma and PTSD; and overall improving quality of life through acceptance, understanding, empowerment, and accountability.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Stephanie Gooding

Stephanie Gooding

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can be honest, understood, and supported—not judged or told what you "should" do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Heather Alfano

Heather Alfano

Therapist

Virtual • Hendersonville, NC


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and solution-focused, helping you find practical ways to move toward greater calm and resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christina Rush

Dr. Christina Rush

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a combination of approaches rooted in empirical research. I lean heavily on ACT, DBT, emotion-focused couples therapy, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused CBT.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Samuel R. Heath

Dr. Samuel R. Heath

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe wisdom can come from research and theory, but also from family, culture, faith, community, a grandmother who never went to college, or simply living long enough to learn some things the hard way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tina Abraham

Tina Abraham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“My approach is direct, compassionate, and tailored to you—because therapy should feel like a conversation, not a script.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Korell

Nicole Korell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I’m a Raleigh-based licensed clinical mental health therapist offering services across North Carolina. I work with adolescents and young adults and specialize in anxiety management, emotional resilience, and relationship building.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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
Devin Young

Devin Young

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My expertise includes trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavior management, family conflict, life transitions, and relationship issues through a predominantly Cognitive Behavior Therapy approach. As a queer female, I especially enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community.

I specialize in treating trauma, with extensive training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy to treat youth and Cognitive Processing Therapy for adults. I also have training in and incorporate principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sakiya Darden

Sakiya Darden

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, values and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Larry Daye

Dr. Larry Daye

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have had the opportunity to work with the most chronically persistent disorders as well as the simplest of mental health disorders throughout the years of counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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 10 insurance carriers
Mary Williams

Mary Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Greensboro, NC


“I believe you can be well and heal from past traumas, hurtful relationships, and reclaim peace within your body.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
LeeShawn Brown

LeeShawn Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I focus on developing a collaborative relationship with my client where they can feel empowered to actively participate in their therapeutic progress...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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
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+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shawnta Wright

Shawnta Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I believe that change is a process so I help clients increase their motivation and overcome barriers to making desired changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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
Ashley Eldridge

Ashley Eldridge

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


I approach sessions as an experienced professional and a real person. My goal is to create a space where you can show up as your full, uncensored self—say the hard things, the messy things, even the things you’re not sure how to put into words—and still feel accepted, heard, and supported. Many people reach out to me feeling overwhelmed by everyday stress, big world events, or the sense that things keep changing without much warning. It can feel like there’s no escape from stress, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Therapy can be a place to slow down, breathe, share humor, & talk things through with someone who’s really listening. My career spans 20+ years in mental health, addiction treatment, and disability services.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marielle McDermott

Marielle McDermott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I believe mental health treatment is most effective when we look at the whole person—not just symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Francis Nguyen

Dr. Francis Nguyen

Psychiatrist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I consider it a true privilege to hear my patients' stories and partnering with them through the ups and downs of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michelle Bruin

Michelle Bruin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


I earned my BSN from Duke University in 2014, my Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) degree from Gonzaga University in 2017, and my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) degree from Johns Hopkins University in 2020. I also completed a Plant-Based Nutrition certification through Cornell University. My background spans both community and mental health care, including experience at a large community health center in Washington, DC, where I worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life circumstances. My foundation in family medicine has given me extensive experience caring for people with co-occurring mental health and complex medical conditions. I also have significant experience supporting individuals who have experienced trauma and strive to provide compassionate, whole-person care that meets each patient's unique needs.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brandy Carlton

Brandy Carlton

Therapist

Virtual • Atlantic Beach, NC


“I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable enough to be yourself, not like you have to walk into the room with the "right" words or have everything figured out.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jarem Bagnato

Jarem Bagnato

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“There is no magic wand in therapy to cure a patient of everything that ails them, but with a strong therapeutic alliance I can help those who want to help themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mercer Hathorn

Mercer Hathorn

Therapist

Virtual • Winston-Salem, NC


If you're ready to make change in your life, you've come to the right place! If you want to do therapy via Telehealth from the comfort of your home, we will be a great fit (just get ready for me to ask to meet your pets over the computer!) If you want to meet OUTDOORS for therapy, I'm your girl. My favorite therapy sessions are done in nature in the Boone, NC and surrounding areas - we can walk, hike, kayak, or even ski/snowboard during your therapy session! I believe the best therapy happens while moving your body in nature. I specialize in relationships, body-centered therapy, trauma-healing, women's issues, and goal-achievement.


I am a queer, cisgender female in my mid-30s (she/her pronouns.) I am diagnosed with depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, and ADHD. I understand addiction and mental health first-hand. Though I am a therapist, I see us as equals and partners. I have 5 years experience working in Community Mental Health with diagnoses from Depression to Schizophrenia.

I'm currently accepting clients across NC. Let's partner to make your life THRIVE! I will provide the help you need or link you to someone who can. Your first session with me will be free. We'll get to know one another through a relaxed conversation and see if we will make a good fit together. BCBS coming late Spring of 2022! Cigna, Aetna, Optum coming Dec!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helene Zahn-Chilberg

Helene Zahn-Chilberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“Helene specializes in the integration of body, mindful awareness, holistic practices, and evidence-based practices toward empowering clients to have clarity around what they know.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Evelyn Stewart

Evelyn Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“YOU are the expert of your life. I believe healing happens when we honor your lived experience and reconnect with your inner wisdom.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angie Douma

Angie Douma

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“You're the author and expert in your life story. The backstory: your family, culture, sexuality, chosen tribe, and politics significantly impact how your story will unfold.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Greensboro, NC

Number of therapists serving Greensboro, NC
There are over 784 therapists in Greensboro, NC accepting new patients.
784+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • 47%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 84%Online only
  • 16%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 16%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 37%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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 an LGBTQIA Therapist in Greensboro

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Greensboro starts with identity-affirming care. Look for a therapist who clearly states experience with LGBTQIA+ clients, gender-diverse clients, coming out, relationship concerns, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some therapists may also mention affirmative therapy, WPATH training, or experience supporting transgender, nonbinary, queer, and gender-expansive people. These details can help you find a therapist whose training, specialties, and approach match what you want from care.

Greensboro offers both local and virtual therapy options, which can help widen your search for an affirming therapist. In a mid-size city, the right fit may be nearby, or you may prefer a virtual appointment with a therapist licensed in North Carolina. As you compare options, look at appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and any background or identity details that matter to you. Reading bios before booking can show how a therapist describes their communication style, areas of focus, and experience with LGBTQIA+ communities.

Therapy in Greensboro can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your out-of-pocket expense before you book. Headway helps you search for LGBTQIA+ therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, review detailed profiles, and see estimated costs after you enter your coverage details. From there, you can browse therapists, compare fit, and book directly when you’re ready.

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