Therapists in Charlotte, NC
Bethany Otten
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MA, RYT-500
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28205
I specialize in adults, pre-teen, and teenagers in the areas of LGBTQIA+, anxiety, addiction, mood instability, OR people desiring a holistic counselor. I love helping people overcome various challenges including stress, substance use, school, work, identity, gender, OR transitions. People with various disorders may seek me out specifically so they can include holistic practices within their counseling as I have a background in teaching yoga & as a Reiki practitioner. No matter how big or small you believe a problem to be, your challenges are valid and worthy of attention. You are a whole person, not your symptoms or thoughts!
I specialize in adults, pre-teen, and teenagers in the areas of LGBTQIA+, anxiety, addiction, mood instability, OR people desiring a holistic counselor. I love helping people overcome various challenges including stress, substance use, school, work, identity, gender, OR transitions. People with various disorders may seek me out specifically so they can include holistic practices within their counseling as I have a background in teaching yoga & as a Reiki practitioner. No matter how big or small you believe a problem to be, your challenges are valid and worthy of attention. You are a whole person, not your symptoms or thoughts!
Kayla Harmon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28205 (Online Only)
Do you feel like emotions control you instead of you controlling them? Has being perceived been exhausting? Feel like life feels heavier than it's supposed to? I'm here to help. My work is focused on being neuroaffirmative, LGBTQIA+ affirmative, trauma-informed, and culturally competent for all. Life can be unpredictable, things don't go as planned, or it feels like our brain is fighting against us, but I'm glad you're here. I'm here to support you, it's okay to feel like you need to be heard, have someone to talk things through with, celebrate the little wins in life, and hold you accountable to the goals you want to succeed in.
Do you feel like emotions control you instead of you controlling them? Has being perceived been exhausting? Feel like life feels heavier than it's supposed to? I'm here to help. My work is focused on being neuroaffirmative, LGBTQIA+ affirmative, trauma-informed, and culturally competent for all. Life can be unpredictable, things don't go as planned, or it feels like our brain is fighting against us, but I'm glad you're here. I'm here to support you, it's okay to feel like you need to be heard, have someone to talk things through with, celebrate the little wins in life, and hold you accountable to the goals you want to succeed in.
Derrick Johnson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, LCAS, MAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28203
My practice serves primarily adults and focuses on those seeking assistance with issues surrounding substance abuse and dependence, LGBTQ issues, divorce, grief and loss, trauma/crisis as well as overall life developmental transitions. But, you may be asking, "how could you possibly understand me?" Great question, and after years of self searching and development I too found myself at the crossroad of change and sought therapy, that's life. Regardless the issue, you can work through it and I am here to help you.
My practice serves primarily adults and focuses on those seeking assistance with issues surrounding substance abuse and dependence, LGBTQ issues, divorce, grief and loss, trauma/crisis as well as overall life developmental transitions. But, you may be asking, "how could you possibly understand me?" Great question, and after years of self searching and development I too found myself at the crossroad of change and sought therapy, that's life. Regardless the issue, you can work through it and I am here to help you.
Christien Harden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28202 (Online Only)
While attending graduate school, my focuses were the LGBT community, Severe and Persistent Mental Illness, and Substance Use Disorders.
Hello! My name is Christien Harden, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NC and VA), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (NC) and Certified Clinical Supervisor (NC). It is my wish to assist those struggling with mental health and substance use issues by providing an experienced, caring atmosphere to grow and heal. Overall, I want to talk about the matters that matter to you. Life isn't always easy but, it should not always be a struggle.
While attending graduate school, my focuses were the LGBT community, Severe and Persistent Mental Illness, and Substance Use Disorders.
Hello! My name is Christien Harden, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NC and VA), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (NC) and Certified Clinical Supervisor (NC). It is my wish to assist those struggling with mental health and substance use issues by providing an experienced, caring atmosphere to grow and heal. Overall, I want to talk about the matters that matter to you. Life isn't always easy but, it should not always be a struggle.
Brittany Bate
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28207 (Online Only)
As a queer therapist serving the LGBTQIA+ community, I'll follow your lead.
Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and seeking a therapist who "just gets it?" Are you tired of feeling alone, scared, or unsupported as you navigate various changes, challenges, or identities? Has pandemic stress and grief has gotten to be too much? Are you stressed or concerned with one or more relationships?Perhaps you and your partner(s) have found yourself in a difficult cycle you are struggling to break, leaving y'all feeling disconnected and unsatisfied? If you answered yes to any of these, then you've made the right choice by being here. And I know this is hard, but you're brave. Just being here shows that!
As a queer therapist serving the LGBTQIA+ community, I'll follow your lead.
Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and seeking a therapist who "just gets it?" Are you tired of feeling alone, scared, or unsupported as you navigate various changes, challenges, or identities? Has pandemic stress and grief has gotten to be too much? Are you stressed or concerned with one or more relationships?Perhaps you and your partner(s) have found yourself in a difficult cycle you are struggling to break, leaving y'all feeling disconnected and unsatisfied? If you answered yes to any of these, then you've made the right choice by being here. And I know this is hard, but you're brave. Just being here shows that!
Keilan Rickard
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28201 (Online Only)
While I am a generalist, I have expertise in working with college students as well as folks from the queer and trans community.
I have been a licensed psychologist for more than a decade. I offer individual therapy (via telehealth only) to treat a wide range of concerns. If you are located in Tennessee, North Carolina, or Georgia, contact me for a free consultation.
While I am a generalist, I have expertise in working with college students as well as folks from the queer and trans community.
I have been a licensed psychologist for more than a decade. I offer individual therapy (via telehealth only) to treat a wide range of concerns. If you are located in Tennessee, North Carolina, or Georgia, contact me for a free consultation.
Adria Goulet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28277
Adria specializes in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, tweens, teens, and young adults.
Adria meets their clients where they are at in their healing process, empowering them to navigate or overcome uncomfortable emotions, harmful behaviors, and intrusive thoughts. Adria recognizes that during crisis situations, harmful or self-destructive behaviors can seem necessary for survival. This is why they strive to help their clients implement new resources and coping skills that allow clients to not only survive, but thrive while learning to love themselves entirely. Adria is motivated to provide a space that is free of judgment so that clients can feel safe, validated, and supported in discussing anything and everything.
Adria specializes in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, tweens, teens, and young adults.
Adria meets their clients where they are at in their healing process, empowering them to navigate or overcome uncomfortable emotions, harmful behaviors, and intrusive thoughts. Adria recognizes that during crisis situations, harmful or self-destructive behaviors can seem necessary for survival. This is why they strive to help their clients implement new resources and coping skills that allow clients to not only survive, but thrive while learning to love themselves entirely. Adria is motivated to provide a space that is free of judgment so that clients can feel safe, validated, and supported in discussing anything and everything.
Jordan Grob
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28201 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I’m a queer therapist with over 13 years experience treating and teaching about trauma. I am direct (no more “nod and smile” therapist stereotype!). I am loving. And I believe active listening involves more than asking "...and how does that make you feel?" I use transparency in my approach, because I believe this allows for the most effective exploration of oneself in relationship to others. I offer individual therapy rooted in internal family systems, attachment and polyvagal theories to curious, compassionate adults who are motivated to heal.
Hello and welcome! I’m a queer therapist with over 13 years experience treating and teaching about trauma. I am direct (no more “nod and smile” therapist stereotype!). I am loving. And I believe active listening involves more than asking "...and how does that make you feel?" I use transparency in my approach, because I believe this allows for the most effective exploration of oneself in relationship to others. I offer individual therapy rooted in internal family systems, attachment and polyvagal theories to curious, compassionate adults who are motivated to heal.
Nole Lafferty
Counselor, LCMHC-A, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28227
I believe your identities and how you move through the world are important and deserve to take up space in the therapy room. The ways white supremacy and other oppressive parts of our world affect your journey are often parts that go unrecognized by others. I especially love working with folks who are LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and/or have an identity that is marginalized in some way by our normative culture.
I believe your identities and how you move through the world are important and deserve to take up space in the therapy room. The ways white supremacy and other oppressive parts of our world affect your journey are often parts that go unrecognized by others. I especially love working with folks who are LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and/or have an identity that is marginalized in some way by our normative culture.
Annada Hypes
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28211
As a cis, white provider, I am a proud ally to LGBTQ+ youth and their families and aim to have a safe, affirming, inclusive space for all people.
Adolescence can be a rocky time for many people, but I believe therapy can be of great help. I work with teenagers and young adults, struggling primarily with mood, identity, and impulse control difficulties. My goals are to help young people build their strengths and relationships in order to find happiness and success as emerging adults. Some of the things I treat are: depression, self-harm, anxiety, family conflict, gender dysphoria, transition to young adulthood stress, and disordered eating habits. Generally I practice cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectal-behavior therapy (DBT) within a caring, humanistic approach.
As a cis, white provider, I am a proud ally to LGBTQ+ youth and their families and aim to have a safe, affirming, inclusive space for all people.
Adolescence can be a rocky time for many people, but I believe therapy can be of great help. I work with teenagers and young adults, struggling primarily with mood, identity, and impulse control difficulties. My goals are to help young people build their strengths and relationships in order to find happiness and success as emerging adults. Some of the things I treat are: depression, self-harm, anxiety, family conflict, gender dysphoria, transition to young adulthood stress, and disordered eating habits. Generally I practice cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectal-behavior therapy (DBT) within a caring, humanistic approach.
Beighley Thornock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28262
As a queer therapist, I also work with clients from the LGBTQIA+ community, empowering them to explore and express their unique selves in every facet of their lives.
I enjoy working with teens and adults, helping them manage the various stressors and anxieties in their lives. I also help couples and families navigate issues they may be experiencing together. I believe that through working together, we will be able to help you achieve your goals and work through the difficulties that come in your life. Always recognizing that clients are the expert of their own life experience, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my clients to promote self-exploration and healing, help them grow, and empower them on their life's journey.
As a queer therapist, I also work with clients from the LGBTQIA+ community, empowering them to explore and express their unique selves in every facet of their lives.
I enjoy working with teens and adults, helping them manage the various stressors and anxieties in their lives. I also help couples and families navigate issues they may be experiencing together. I believe that through working together, we will be able to help you achieve your goals and work through the difficulties that come in your life. Always recognizing that clients are the expert of their own life experience, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my clients to promote self-exploration and healing, help them grow, and empower them on their life's journey.
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LCSW Associate , MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28210 (Online Only)
My therapeutic practice extends to adolescents and adults, with a special passion on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals.
It is a privilege to walk alongside individuals who are willing to trust me to assist them as they grapple with depression, anxiety, grief, or other major life events. I like to approach all my clients with a genuine curiosity and collaborate with them to tailor our sessions towards your goals.
My therapeutic practice extends to adolescents and adults, with a special passion on LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals.
It is a privilege to walk alongside individuals who are willing to trust me to assist them as they grapple with depression, anxiety, grief, or other major life events. I like to approach all my clients with a genuine curiosity and collaborate with them to tailor our sessions towards your goals.
Raheem Forsythe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28273 (Online Only)
We cater to individuals of all ages and specialize in men's issues, LGBTQ+ support, trauma, and relational issues.
Welcome to Comfort Counseling Café Inc.! We are delighted to accept new patients virtually and offer our therapeutic services to you. My name is Raheem Forsythe, and I am the owner and licensed therapist with credentials in LCSW and LCASA. Our approach is to recognize your unique internal strengths and resourcefulness to empower you and guide you towards improving your resiliency.
We cater to individuals of all ages and specialize in men's issues, LGBTQ+ support, trauma, and relational issues.
Welcome to Comfort Counseling Café Inc.! We are delighted to accept new patients virtually and offer our therapeutic services to you. My name is Raheem Forsythe, and I am the owner and licensed therapist with credentials in LCSW and LCASA. Our approach is to recognize your unique internal strengths and resourcefulness to empower you and guide you towards improving your resiliency.
Celynd Noel Malone
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, TCT, CSAT-C, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226
I (she/her) work with adults and couples from a variety of backgrounds on all things sex, gender, and religious trauma. Issues include including gender diversity and transgender care, sexual health, sex addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, grief and loss, and issues of specific concern to the LGBTQIA+, kink, and polyamory communities. I also have experience working with religious trauma. My ideal client is ready to do the deep work, because we're going to dive right in!
I (she/her) work with adults and couples from a variety of backgrounds on all things sex, gender, and religious trauma. Issues include including gender diversity and transgender care, sexual health, sex addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, grief and loss, and issues of specific concern to the LGBTQIA+, kink, and polyamory communities. I also have experience working with religious trauma. My ideal client is ready to do the deep work, because we're going to dive right in!
Lb Brier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCAS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28204 (Online Only)
As a trans nonbinary person in long-term recovery, I consider myself to be especially attuned to supporting other people in the LGBTQ+ community and have extensive experience serving emerging adults within that community.
I strive to reach clients where they are holistically and enjoy working with people at every phase of their journey. My goal as a therapist is to establish an authentic and trusting relationship to work together to help you live a fulfilling life. I enjoy working with folks at every stage of their life journey, and understand that reaching out is a huge step for many people. I want to help folks realize their goals of self actualization, peace, contentment, and happiness.
As a trans nonbinary person in long-term recovery, I consider myself to be especially attuned to supporting other people in the LGBTQ+ community and have extensive experience serving emerging adults within that community.
I strive to reach clients where they are holistically and enjoy working with people at every phase of their journey. My goal as a therapist is to establish an authentic and trusting relationship to work together to help you live a fulfilling life. I enjoy working with folks at every stage of their life journey, and understand that reaching out is a huge step for many people. I want to help folks realize their goals of self actualization, peace, contentment, and happiness.
Beverly (Mecca) L Moss
Counselor, MA, LCMHC-S, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28205
Moss Counseling Services specializes in the following populations: Transgender, gender non-conforming, Lesbian ,Gay , Sexually aggressive youth, Trauma Focused(CBT), ADHD * Anxiety Disorder * Bipolar Disorder * Compulsive Disorder * Depression * Sexuality Identity * Childhood /adolescent Behavioral concerns, Learning /academic Disabilities * Panic Disorder * schizophrenia * Substance Abuse * Grief and Loss.
"Beginning therapy can be a very difficult decision for one to make. I am so excited that you have taken the first step in this rewarding journey!" My passion and goals are to assist others to experience healing and wholeness in life through management of the symptoms that cause dysfunction in everyday lives. Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As an integrated therapist my goal is to help you figure out how to use your own resiliency."
Moss Counseling Services specializes in the following populations: Transgender, gender non-conforming, Lesbian ,Gay , Sexually aggressive youth, Trauma Focused(CBT), ADHD * Anxiety Disorder * Bipolar Disorder * Compulsive Disorder * Depression * Sexuality Identity * Childhood /adolescent Behavioral concerns, Learning /academic Disabilities * Panic Disorder * schizophrenia * Substance Abuse * Grief and Loss.
"Beginning therapy can be a very difficult decision for one to make. I am so excited that you have taken the first step in this rewarding journey!" My passion and goals are to assist others to experience healing and wholeness in life through management of the symptoms that cause dysfunction in everyday lives. Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As an integrated therapist my goal is to help you figure out how to use your own resiliency."
Tim Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSAT, CMAT, CPTT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28202 (Online Only)
Non-judgmental, compassionate care that is sex-positive and LGBTQ+ safe.
Infidelity? Porn addiction? Sex addiction? Trauma? All of these issues can be tough to deal with, but I can help. I have specialized training so that you're not wasting your time and money. Not just talk, talk, talk that gets you nowhere. I used evidence-based treatments so that you're feeling better soon. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT), and a Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist (CMAT), I'm trained in many addictions, including substances. Most therapists aren't trained in all these issues. I offer EMDR, as well. There is hope. Together, we'll figure things out.
Non-judgmental, compassionate care that is sex-positive and LGBTQ+ safe.
Infidelity? Porn addiction? Sex addiction? Trauma? All of these issues can be tough to deal with, but I can help. I have specialized training so that you're not wasting your time and money. Not just talk, talk, talk that gets you nowhere. I used evidence-based treatments so that you're feeling better soon. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT), and a Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist (CMAT), I'm trained in many addictions, including substances. Most therapists aren't trained in all these issues. I offer EMDR, as well. There is hope. Together, we'll figure things out.
Modern Era Counseling, PLLC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28209
Sadly, not all therapy practices in the Southeast are affirming of LGBTQ+ people and concerns.
Modern Era Counseling is Charlotte’s go-to therapy practice for young adults craving deeper meaning in the modern world. Our therapists specialize in addressing the unique concerns and challenges today’s young professionals face, like navigating the world of dating and relationships, doing meaningful work, establishing friendships and community, dealing with isolation and loneliness, and finding direction in life. Working from a humanistic foundation, we focus on seeing you as the unique person you are, rather than emphasizing symptoms and diagnoses.
Sadly, not all therapy practices in the Southeast are affirming of LGBTQ+ people and concerns.
Modern Era Counseling is Charlotte’s go-to therapy practice for young adults craving deeper meaning in the modern world. Our therapists specialize in addressing the unique concerns and challenges today’s young professionals face, like navigating the world of dating and relationships, doing meaningful work, establishing friendships and community, dealing with isolation and loneliness, and finding direction in life. Working from a humanistic foundation, we focus on seeing you as the unique person you are, rather than emphasizing symptoms and diagnoses.
Delynn Turner
MS, CGPC, CLC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28205
My ideal client is one whom is willing and ready to take care of themselves emotionally, spiritually, and physically for proper growth. If you are in need of grief counseling then I am the counselor that can help you by creating a safe and inclusive space by offering cultural spaces to those of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, LGBT+ community and people of color. Many times people enjoy having the right counselor that comes with an intersectional approach, understands the historical trauma and recognizes the impact of ones sexual orientation and racial idenity on their experiences of grief.
My ideal client is one whom is willing and ready to take care of themselves emotionally, spiritually, and physically for proper growth. If you are in need of grief counseling then I am the counselor that can help you by creating a safe and inclusive space by offering cultural spaces to those of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, LGBT+ community and people of color. Many times people enjoy having the right counselor that comes with an intersectional approach, understands the historical trauma and recognizes the impact of ones sexual orientation and racial idenity on their experiences of grief.
Katie Hargreaves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28278
I offer LGBTQ affirming, trauma-informed, and holistic virtual sessions to make starting therapy easier than ever.
As of 4/5/24, Accepting Clients. Do you struggle with feeling like your anxiety controls your life? Do your needs get put at the bottom of the list? Do you feel Do you feel overwhelmed or scared of having a wave of emotions? Do you wonder if this is the way it will always be? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxiety about their life and their relationships. I believe our anxiety does not have to control our lives and there are ways to experience our emotions that aren’t so exhausting. At Embodied Awareness Psychotherapy, we offer online, individual therapy for millenial people pleasers.
I offer LGBTQ affirming, trauma-informed, and holistic virtual sessions to make starting therapy easier than ever.
As of 4/5/24, Accepting Clients. Do you struggle with feeling like your anxiety controls your life? Do your needs get put at the bottom of the list? Do you feel Do you feel overwhelmed or scared of having a wave of emotions? Do you wonder if this is the way it will always be? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxiety about their life and their relationships. I believe our anxiety does not have to control our lives and there are ways to experience our emotions that aren’t so exhausting. At Embodied Awareness Psychotherapy, we offer online, individual therapy for millenial people pleasers.
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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.