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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in North Carolina
Headway connects you with 808 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.
“Julie's approach is person-centered, solution-focused, and trauma-informed. Julie works with clients to help them identify and achieve their unique goals with support and guidance.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach to counseling is deeply rooted in a person-centered approach, utilizing harm reduction, non-judgement, authenticity, and humanity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a space and time for you to explore your experiences and challenges in order to make positive changes in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“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 8 insurance carriers
“My practice includes evidence-based models such as EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, MI, mindfulness, and holistic client-center providing a safe and collaborative environment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is direct — I'll be honest with you, ask hard questions, and won't just nod along if I think something's worth pushing on.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Creative
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“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 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My therapeutic philosophy is guided in the belief that most individuals have the capacity for healing, growth, empowerment, and self-exploration.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I am nonjudgmental with my thoughts and beliefs, highlighting the importance of aligning one's mind with their way of living.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My counseling style is client centered and empathetic. I believe in using tools that will best help the client become aware of their inner strength as they work on their journey to wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“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 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am engaged, interactive and personable. I try to bring humor, exploration and experimentation to the serious business of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that human to human is how we heal and it's a key part of how I hold space for my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with over a decade of counseling experience in a variety of environments. I am an LGBTQ* and neurodiverse celebratory therapist! I have always been drawn to hearing people's stories and want to know all about you-what are your passions? What are your stressors? How can we get you where you want to be? I firmly believe that everyone possesses both resiliency and a unique spark that makes them who they are. I love to help people find their strength and spark.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe in a holistic approach to therapy and infuses her strengths of love, humor, gratitude, spirituality, and love of learning during sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My approach is compassionate, empathetic, and collaborative. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, or simply feeling overwhelmed, I will meet you where you are and work alongside you at a...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My practice is grounded in cultural humility and active LGBTQIA+ allyship, ensuring that you feel safe, seen, and deeply respected just as you are.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am a trauma therapist who specializes in working with chronically dissociated clients and those experiencing Complex Post Traumatic Stress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Creative
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I use a lot of different evidence-based practices and interventions, including, but not limited to, Transactional Analysis, Emotional regulation, CBT, mindfulness, and more.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I use cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused therapy to help you understand your direction and power.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I operate from a Cognitive-Behavioral approach but I also utilize a multi-modal approach to counseling which is solution focused, holistic, and person-centered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Most of my career I worked in New York City serving diverse populations from many different backgrounds and cultures, and I developed a particularly strong niche working with Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual clients seeking affirming care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Each therapy session aims to provide clients with a safe and supportive environment where they feel truly seen and heard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach comes from a person-centered lens where you are the driver of your healing journey, and I am here to offer support and gas you up along the way!”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with adults and children who may be suffering from trauma, depression or anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My philosophy is that Laughter is the best medicine, Everyone needs Mantras, Music is a Love Language, and we all have Strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Welcome—I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you are navigating a difficult life transition, working through individual or generational trauma, or managing anxiety, depression, or a chronic condition, I want you to know that your challenges do not define you. You don't have to walk this path alone.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My theoretical orientations include the use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing with a goal-oriented approach to helping clients grow to achieve and reach their best selves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Taking the first step to find a therapist or meet a new therapist is tricky! I am so glad that you are here! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been working in Community Mental Health for the past 3 years. My main focus that I work with in my practice over the past few years have mainly been PTSD and Postpartum.
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“My goal is to create a warm, relaxed, and nonjudgmental space where you can talk openly about what you're going through without feeling rushed or dismissed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in maternal mental health, LGBTQ+ issues, and guiding families through life's transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe that prioritizing mental health is important to a person's wellbeing and can be a challenging, yet rewarding first step in that process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I have 20+ years of experience as a social worker in schools, working with children with Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression and intellectual disabilities...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, families, and couples, including LGBTQ+ and ethically non-monogamous clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“Clients come to me seeking a therapist with a friendly, kind, motivational, and non-judgemental approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My therapy approach is to empower those I serve by helping them heal through supportive therapeutic services.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
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.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy should feel organic, meeting you where you are while honoring your lived experiences, cultural identity, and values.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“As a client of mine you can expect to come out realizing you are stronger than you think, braver than you believe, and able to overcome anything to put you mind to.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in North Carolina
Number of therapists serving North Carolina
801+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 97%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 92%Stress management
- 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 93%Cigna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 66%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
- 47%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
- 99%English
- 6%Spanish
- 1%Hindi
- 1%American Sign Language
- 1%French
How they see their clients
- 86%Online only
- 14%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 81%Woman
- 17%Man
- 2%Non-binary
License types
- 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 38%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
- 7%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 3%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 36%Family therapy
- 25%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
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