LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Raleigh, NC
John A Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27609 (Online Only)
For convenience and flexibility, I am transitioning to seeing clients exclusively online, and look forward to talking with you soon.
Freud is credited with stating that two things really matter in life: love and work. I help people find greater satisfaction with a) their relationships with themselves and others, and b) what they do to make meaning in their lives. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to help you maximize your spiritual, physical, and emotional potential. Operating from an orientation which draws primarily on a combination of contemporary psychoanalytic, attachment, and neurobiological perspectives, I am fully committed to walking with you on your journey toward greater satisfaction and fulfillment.
For convenience and flexibility, I am transitioning to seeing clients exclusively online, and look forward to talking with you soon.
Freud is credited with stating that two things really matter in life: love and work. I help people find greater satisfaction with a) their relationships with themselves and others, and b) what they do to make meaning in their lives. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to help you maximize your spiritual, physical, and emotional potential. Operating from an orientation which draws primarily on a combination of contemporary psychoanalytic, attachment, and neurobiological perspectives, I am fully committed to walking with you on your journey toward greater satisfaction and fulfillment.
While I specialize in working with college and university students and with LGBTQ+ concerns, I do work with adults of any walk of life, affirming gender and sexual diversity, racial and ethnic identities and all manner of relationship make-ups - poly and kink aware in particular.
Accepting new clients - Something isn’t working, maybe your mind has been racing and you don’t know how to quiet it down, maybe painful feelings keep you up at night or you don't know what you really want your life to be. If you're thinking you'd like some help figuring out what is going on and how you can create change in your life, I'm happy to use my experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor to provide the support and information you could find useful. My clients have told me they left therapy understanding themselves better, feeling more confident they can manage their emotions and improved at work or school.
While I specialize in working with college and university students and with LGBTQ+ concerns, I do work with adults of any walk of life, affirming gender and sexual diversity, racial and ethnic identities and all manner of relationship make-ups - poly and kink aware in particular.
Accepting new clients - Something isn’t working, maybe your mind has been racing and you don’t know how to quiet it down, maybe painful feelings keep you up at night or you don't know what you really want your life to be. If you're thinking you'd like some help figuring out what is going on and how you can create change in your life, I'm happy to use my experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor to provide the support and information you could find useful. My clients have told me they left therapy understanding themselves better, feeling more confident they can manage their emotions and improved at work or school.
Stephanie Manosalvas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27605
Hello! I am a Hispanic, bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA). I am currently available to provide therapeutic services for Children (6+), Adults, and Families. My primary focus is on trauma and LGBTQ+, as well as anxiety, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and other life stressors. My previous experience in various diverse settings, including private practice, inpatient facilities, and community agencies, have equipped me with a broad perspective and a deep understanding of the mental health landscape.
Hello! I am a Hispanic, bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA). I am currently available to provide therapeutic services for Children (6+), Adults, and Families. My primary focus is on trauma and LGBTQ+, as well as anxiety, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and other life stressors. My previous experience in various diverse settings, including private practice, inpatient facilities, and community agencies, have equipped me with a broad perspective and a deep understanding of the mental health landscape.
I am a clinical psychologist who offers individual therapy to adults and adolescents. I have training and experience working with individuals on a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, identity development, relational issues, sleep concerns, and life transitions. I also have an extensive background working with members of the LGBTQ+ community.
I am a clinical psychologist who offers individual therapy to adults and adolescents. I have training and experience working with individuals on a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, identity development, relational issues, sleep concerns, and life transitions. I also have an extensive background working with members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Charles Ogiba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27615 (Online Only)
Let me help guide you through navigating the dynamics of life; from work stress, relationships, financial difficulties, disability and life transitions.
NEW Clients Accepted! Welcome to the beginning of your journey through change and fulfillment. Clients often come to therapy with many challenges. These can be longstanding emotional battles with depression, anxiety and traumatic experiences. Life can be difficult to face with multiple obstacles often presenting at the same time. Engaging in a purposeful plan with guidance from an experienced therapist can help you to create a life that is more satisfying and helps you meet personal goals. Let's begin!
Let me help guide you through navigating the dynamics of life; from work stress, relationships, financial difficulties, disability and life transitions.
NEW Clients Accepted! Welcome to the beginning of your journey through change and fulfillment. Clients often come to therapy with many challenges. These can be longstanding emotional battles with depression, anxiety and traumatic experiences. Life can be difficult to face with multiple obstacles often presenting at the same time. Engaging in a purposeful plan with guidance from an experienced therapist can help you to create a life that is more satisfying and helps you meet personal goals. Let's begin!
I work with adults of all ages, especially Black and brown men, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and college students. As a personal witness to the lack of competent mental health care, especially for queer Black men, I work towards closing that gap. My work with clients encompasses career transitions, relocation, relationship issues, life transitions, living with physical disabilities, suicidal ideations, and depression.
I work with adults of all ages, especially Black and brown men, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and college students. As a personal witness to the lack of competent mental health care, especially for queer Black men, I work towards closing that gap. My work with clients encompasses career transitions, relocation, relationship issues, life transitions, living with physical disabilities, suicidal ideations, and depression.
Karim Nassar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606 (Online Only)
You deserve to live your best, most authentic life. My practice focuses on helping members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I celebrate all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender presentations, and believe that all relationship models between consenting adults are valid and beautiful. I believe that therapy can be a powerful tool in helping us find our path through the obstacles and challenges that life throws at us.
You deserve to live your best, most authentic life. My practice focuses on helping members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I celebrate all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender presentations, and believe that all relationship models between consenting adults are valid and beautiful. I believe that therapy can be a powerful tool in helping us find our path through the obstacles and challenges that life throws at us.
Dr. Mary Woodson
Counselor, PhD, LCAS, LCMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27607 (Online Only)
I specialize working with with BIPOC (black, indigenous, people of color), various religious, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
If you or your teenager can answer yes to ANY of these questions, let's schedule a time to meet conveniently online: Feeling hopeless or like things aren't going to get better? Having difficulty speaking up for yourself or communicating with others?Is it hard adjusting to change? Do you wish you had a clear plan towards reaching your goals? Do you deal with stress? Are you in an open, poly, or non-monogamous relationship (ENM)? Do you have negative thoughts or struggle with low self-esteem? Are you starting to use alcohol or drugs to cope with your problems and worried it may be getting out of control?
I specialize working with with BIPOC (black, indigenous, people of color), various religious, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
If you or your teenager can answer yes to ANY of these questions, let's schedule a time to meet conveniently online: Feeling hopeless or like things aren't going to get better? Having difficulty speaking up for yourself or communicating with others?Is it hard adjusting to change? Do you wish you had a clear plan towards reaching your goals? Do you deal with stress? Are you in an open, poly, or non-monogamous relationship (ENM)? Do you have negative thoughts or struggle with low self-esteem? Are you starting to use alcohol or drugs to cope with your problems and worried it may be getting out of control?
Marissa Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27601
You deserve a life filled with joy and inner peace, and that journey begins with truly understanding yourself and your story. Think of me as your guide to healing—I'm a person who's genuinely dedicated to your well-being. As someone who deeply understands trauma and shares the perspective of being a queer therapist, I offer a space where our shared experiences can foster connection and growth. Your experiences as a trauma survivor and/or LGBTQIA+ or neurodivergent individual are welcomed here. Reaching out to a therapist can be intimidating but take a moment (and a deep breath) to reach out to me and see how I can help.
You deserve a life filled with joy and inner peace, and that journey begins with truly understanding yourself and your story. Think of me as your guide to healing—I'm a person who's genuinely dedicated to your well-being. As someone who deeply understands trauma and shares the perspective of being a queer therapist, I offer a space where our shared experiences can foster connection and growth. Your experiences as a trauma survivor and/or LGBTQIA+ or neurodivergent individual are welcomed here. Reaching out to a therapist can be intimidating but take a moment (and a deep breath) to reach out to me and see how I can help.
I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent folx, as well as survivors of conversion therapy, therapeutic abuse, and the Troubled Teen Industry.
My name is Adria Goulet (they/them/theirs) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate. During sessions, I strive to meet clients where they are at in their healing process, empowering them to navigate uncomfortable emotions, maladaptive coping skills, or intrusive thoughts. I recognize that during crisis situations, harmful or self-destructive behaviors can be necessary for survival. As a therapist, my goal is to help you find new coping skills, process traumatic events, navigate oppressive systems, cultivate healthier beliefs about yourself, and build more effective interpersonal skills.
I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent folx, as well as survivors of conversion therapy, therapeutic abuse, and the Troubled Teen Industry.
My name is Adria Goulet (they/them/theirs) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate. During sessions, I strive to meet clients where they are at in their healing process, empowering them to navigate uncomfortable emotions, maladaptive coping skills, or intrusive thoughts. I recognize that during crisis situations, harmful or self-destructive behaviors can be necessary for survival. As a therapist, my goal is to help you find new coping skills, process traumatic events, navigate oppressive systems, cultivate healthier beliefs about yourself, and build more effective interpersonal skills.
Michelle Topal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27615
I am a cisgender woman who has been part of & serving the queer community for 40 years, with a focus on those who defy labels & who identify along the gender continuum.
Appointments Available. If you are looking for someone who understands the stress for many of us in these divisive, uncertain political times & is easy to talk to? Or are along the sexual or gender continuum ( LGBTQ+/TGD), looking for someone who gets it? Or are having problems in your most important relationship(s)... I'm here to help. As an out queer person, I've been helping the LGBTQ+ community, as well as teens, parents, & partners, feel heard, cared for, accepted & understood for over 30 years. I create an authentic, safe, affirming space to explore & grow. I look forward to being an encouraging voice to help you find your own.
I am a cisgender woman who has been part of & serving the queer community for 40 years, with a focus on those who defy labels & who identify along the gender continuum.
Appointments Available. If you are looking for someone who understands the stress for many of us in these divisive, uncertain political times & is easy to talk to? Or are along the sexual or gender continuum ( LGBTQ+/TGD), looking for someone who gets it? Or are having problems in your most important relationship(s)... I'm here to help. As an out queer person, I've been helping the LGBTQ+ community, as well as teens, parents, & partners, feel heard, cared for, accepted & understood for over 30 years. I create an authentic, safe, affirming space to explore & grow. I look forward to being an encouraging voice to help you find your own.
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Pulling on my background in LGBTQIA+ and mental health advocacy, as well as lived experiences, I know the intricacies that come with complex intersecting identities in today's society.
I’m a queer therapist committed to creating an inclusive, affirming space where all clients feel safe and supported. I provide individualized care tailored to each person’s needs and goals, with a special focus on LGBTQIA+ and poly/CNM individuals. I also specialize in supporting college and graduate students - offering strategies to manage the unique pressures of academia, stress, and anxiety. With experience in chronic illness, chronic pain, and a Health at Every Size approach, I offer compassionate guidance for those navigating identity, growth, and life’s challenges.
Pulling on my background in LGBTQIA+ and mental health advocacy, as well as lived experiences, I know the intricacies that come with complex intersecting identities in today's society.
I’m a queer therapist committed to creating an inclusive, affirming space where all clients feel safe and supported. I provide individualized care tailored to each person’s needs and goals, with a special focus on LGBTQIA+ and poly/CNM individuals. I also specialize in supporting college and graduate students - offering strategies to manage the unique pressures of academia, stress, and anxiety. With experience in chronic illness, chronic pain, and a Health at Every Size approach, I offer compassionate guidance for those navigating identity, growth, and life’s challenges.
Sacred Spiral Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27606 (Online Only)
My areas of interest are: grief & loss, trauma, PTSD, spirituality, LGBTQIA+, depression, life transitions, relationships and family conflict.
Hello! I'm glad you're here. If you found my page, chances are you're seeking some kind of healing or change. Something in your life is not working for you. Maybe a big life event has happened, or it's a culmination of all the little things. It takes a lot of courage to seek help and can also leave you feeling vulnerable. Trying to figure out how exactly to start healing and finding the right therapist can be tough. I am here to support you with that process, whatever that may look like for you.
My areas of interest are: grief & loss, trauma, PTSD, spirituality, LGBTQIA+, depression, life transitions, relationships and family conflict.
Hello! I'm glad you're here. If you found my page, chances are you're seeking some kind of healing or change. Something in your life is not working for you. Maybe a big life event has happened, or it's a culmination of all the little things. It takes a lot of courage to seek help and can also leave you feeling vulnerable. Trying to figure out how exactly to start healing and finding the right therapist can be tough. I am here to support you with that process, whatever that may look like for you.
Tyler Bing-Lawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27609 (Online Only)
I have worked with a diverse range of different clients/patients seeking assistance with a variety of different mental health needs and life experiences. I typically work with adolescents and above, with a specialty working with young adults experiencing significant life changes. I have specialities working with men's issues, minority populations, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Many of my clients come to see me due to life stressors, mental health diagnoses, work, or family/relationship issues. They are seeking a supportive guide who can help them build coping skills, work through challenges, and begin to build goals for improved health.
I have worked with a diverse range of different clients/patients seeking assistance with a variety of different mental health needs and life experiences. I typically work with adolescents and above, with a specialty working with young adults experiencing significant life changes. I have specialities working with men's issues, minority populations, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Many of my clients come to see me due to life stressors, mental health diagnoses, work, or family/relationship issues. They are seeking a supportive guide who can help them build coping skills, work through challenges, and begin to build goals for improved health.
I work with adults from varying background and experiences: including but not limited to topics such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity, sexuality, life transitions, LGBTQ+, communication, family dynamics, the enneagram, and acceptance of self.
Welcome! My name is Tommy Hibbs and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina. I believe therapy is for anyone and everyone. It is a chance for one to better explore their identity, wants and needs, goals, and so much more. My objective within sessions is to create a space for further self-discovery and self-acceptance. Clients deserve to be heard, validated, seen, and affirmed. My deepest desire in therapy is for my clients to feel at peace with who they are and who they are becoming.
I work with adults from varying background and experiences: including but not limited to topics such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity, sexuality, life transitions, LGBTQ+, communication, family dynamics, the enneagram, and acceptance of self.
Welcome! My name is Tommy Hibbs and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina. I believe therapy is for anyone and everyone. It is a chance for one to better explore their identity, wants and needs, goals, and so much more. My objective within sessions is to create a space for further self-discovery and self-acceptance. Clients deserve to be heard, validated, seen, and affirmed. My deepest desire in therapy is for my clients to feel at peace with who they are and who they are becoming.
Frances De Los Santos
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27614 (Online Only)
I work with adult clients with various backgrounds and experiences focusing on concerns of depression, relationship challenges, neurodivergence, cultural and LGBTQ+ identity, sexuality, burnout, life transitions, and self-acceptance.
Do you sometimes worry if who you are is "wrong," stuck focusing on harmful messages or unrealistic expectations? Do you feel a little lost in who you are and what you want, then find thinking about it gets overwhelming? If there are times when life feels heavy or you feel like hiding away until you're "put together," you are not alone. It helps to have a space to put life's many complexities aside - to take the rules, systemic barriers, and needs of yourself and others, put them all down, breathe, and unpack. Looking for that space is a big step. I'm here to create that space with you.
I work with adult clients with various backgrounds and experiences focusing on concerns of depression, relationship challenges, neurodivergence, cultural and LGBTQ+ identity, sexuality, burnout, life transitions, and self-acceptance.
Do you sometimes worry if who you are is "wrong," stuck focusing on harmful messages or unrealistic expectations? Do you feel a little lost in who you are and what you want, then find thinking about it gets overwhelming? If there are times when life feels heavy or you feel like hiding away until you're "put together," you are not alone. It helps to have a space to put life's many complexities aside - to take the rules, systemic barriers, and needs of yourself and others, put them all down, breathe, and unpack. Looking for that space is a big step. I'm here to create that space with you.
Finn Draper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27605
Hi! My name is Finn Draper (they/he), and I am so excited to be an outpatient psychotherapist at Three Oaks. I am a queer, non-binary clinician, and I believe in creating an anti-racist and anti-ableist therapeutic space. I have a passion for working with transgender, gender-expansive, and queer adults, as well as anyone working through their identity, going through stress around life changes, struggling with self-esteem or perfectionism, dealing with relationship issues, or living with anxiety, depression, or other neurodivergence (this includes if you are uncertain, self-diagnosed, or diagnosed later in life!).
Hi! My name is Finn Draper (they/he), and I am so excited to be an outpatient psychotherapist at Three Oaks. I am a queer, non-binary clinician, and I believe in creating an anti-racist and anti-ableist therapeutic space. I have a passion for working with transgender, gender-expansive, and queer adults, as well as anyone working through their identity, going through stress around life changes, struggling with self-esteem or perfectionism, dealing with relationship issues, or living with anxiety, depression, or other neurodivergence (this includes if you are uncertain, self-diagnosed, or diagnosed later in life!).
Najjiya Boler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27609
Hey! Is your life a little complicated? Same. Everybody’s is… Right? Let’s chat about it! I work with individuals and couples to process stressors due to issues with boundaries, communication, family conflict, managing life transitions, chronic health conditions, & more. As a black, cisgender woman being an ally is a priority of mine and that includes providing affirming care for queer folx & non traditional relationship styles. As a person who deals with Eosinophilic Esophagitis, I also specialize in supporting this community through the unique challenges they navigate. Welcome to your safe space!
Hey! Is your life a little complicated? Same. Everybody’s is… Right? Let’s chat about it! I work with individuals and couples to process stressors due to issues with boundaries, communication, family conflict, managing life transitions, chronic health conditions, & more. As a black, cisgender woman being an ally is a priority of mine and that includes providing affirming care for queer folx & non traditional relationship styles. As a person who deals with Eosinophilic Esophagitis, I also specialize in supporting this community through the unique challenges they navigate. Welcome to your safe space!
Rachel Maguire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27612
Waitlist for new clients
I myself am a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, am committed to anti-racist, intersectional work, and practice from a space of cultural humility.
I work well with anyone struggling with symptoms of mental illness (including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder), processing trauma or grief, undergoing transitions, exploring their gender or sexual identity, or is a survivor of gender violence. I also understand the emotional impact of online relationships, friendships, and community building, and enjoy working with folks immersed in online culture or who have online/long-distance support systems.
I myself am a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, am committed to anti-racist, intersectional work, and practice from a space of cultural humility.
I work well with anyone struggling with symptoms of mental illness (including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder), processing trauma or grief, undergoing transitions, exploring their gender or sexual identity, or is a survivor of gender violence. I also understand the emotional impact of online relationships, friendships, and community building, and enjoy working with folks immersed in online culture or who have online/long-distance support systems.
Populations and areas of focus include LGBTQ+ individuals, healthcare workers, and emerging adults (18+).
If you are at a crossroads between who you've been (or been told to be), and who you long to become, I am here for you. My clients come to me because the old narratives they've been living by no longer fit, and it's time to write a new chapter marked by honesty, authenticity, and abundance. Together we explore concerns related to sexual and gender identity, religious or spiritual concerns, life transitions, relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, stress, and more. My approach is laid back and collaborative, and designed to give you space to be heard, understood, and affirmed as we explore your unique needs and goals.
Populations and areas of focus include LGBTQ+ individuals, healthcare workers, and emerging adults (18+).
If you are at a crossroads between who you've been (or been told to be), and who you long to become, I am here for you. My clients come to me because the old narratives they've been living by no longer fit, and it's time to write a new chapter marked by honesty, authenticity, and abundance. Together we explore concerns related to sexual and gender identity, religious or spiritual concerns, life transitions, relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, stress, and more. My approach is laid back and collaborative, and designed to give you space to be heard, understood, and affirmed as we explore your unique needs and goals.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.