Online LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Hickory, North Carolina NC
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LGBTQ+
Maria T. Alonso, Ph.D.
Psychologist
In my work with LGBTQ+ individuals in psychotherapy, I strive to create a warm and supportive environment where clients can explore and embrace their authentic selves. I understand the unique challenges they may face, such as issues related to gender identity, sexual orientation, navigating relationships, and experiences of discrimination. By using a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I help clients address these concerns while affirming their identity and experiences. I custom tailor therapy to meet each person where they are at, recognizing and valuing their individual history and circumstances. Whether it's processing feelings of uncertainty, building self-esteem, or developing strategies to handle discrimination, my goal is to support clients in living fully and confidently as their true selves, empowering them to build meaningful and fulfilling lives.
29 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
LGBTQ+
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
LGBTQIA+ & Queer-Affirming Care
Living Authentically Beyond the Binary and the Burden
In a society that often demands conformity, the act of living authentically as a queer, trans, or non-binary individual is both a triumph and a labor. I provide a specialized, deeply affirming space where your identity is not a "topic to be managed," but a sacred part of your humanity. With my background in the QTAP Certification Training, I offer more than just "tolerance"—I offer a high-level clinical understanding of the unique stressors and joys inherent in the LGBTQIA+ experience.
Navigating the Minority Stress System
We don't just look at your internal world; we use Systems Theory to address how the external world impacts your mental health. We work through:
Minority Stress & Burnout: Addressing the chronic exhaustion that comes from navigating heteronormative and cisnormative systems.
Internalized Shame: Deconstructing the "inner critic" shaped by religious or social constructs of inequity.
The "Coming Out" Evolution: Supporting the ongoing process of disclosure with family, workplace, and spiritual communities.
For Individuals & Couples: Queer-Specific Relational Care
Using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Attachment Theory, I help LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples build secure, resilient bonds:
Chosen Family & Community: Exploring the vital role of non-traditional support systems in your healing.
Navigating Transition: Providing clinical support for individuals and their partners through the emotional and systemic shifts of gender transition.
Spiritual Deconstruction: With my Master of Divinity, I provide a rare sanctuary for queer individuals to process spiritual trauma and reclaim a sense of meaning without sacrificing their identity.
Affirming Your Narrative
Whether you are navigating rejection sensitivity from family, seeking letters for gender-affirming care, or simply want a therapist who understands the nuances of queer life without you having to explain them, I am here.
"The healing space generated between therapist and client is one of the greatest honors of my life." In this space, you are seen, you are safe, and you are celebrated.
21 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Peaceful Minds NC,LLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSWA
provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQ+ adults to explore identity, relationships, and life challenges. While I am not a specialist, I bring knowledge, understanding, and a nonjudgmental approach to help clients navigate stress, anxiety, self-acceptance, and personal growth. My goal is to offer guidance, support, and a space where you feel heard and respected.
4 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Elite Therapeutic Solutions, LLC
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
We routinely work with the LGBT population to empower you to live your life to the fullest. We help you process your unique challenges and develop decision-making processes to live your life outwardly as you identify inwardly.
16 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Molly Halbrooks
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT
Particularly now, it's vital to have a protected place to process fears, trauma, identity questions, anger, grief, and a multitude of other concerns that are heightened for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I hold a safe, non-judgemental, and open space for all individuals, and affirm the identities that are a part of who you are.
13 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
LGBTQ+
Lynette Cisneros
Counselor/Therapist, LCMHC, LMHC
I strive to be welcoming and inclusive while providing a safe space for all my clients to openly be who they are. I work with individuals processing all aspects of their identities, relationships dynamics and life experiences.
25 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Beth Janis
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Everyone deserves to feel seen, understood, and - most importantly - safe, and especially so in this current sociopolitical climate. I prioritize making my sessions safe and inclusive for all members of the LGBT+ community, and I'm here to partner with you as you navigate the current stressors you may be facing. Whether you're wanting to increase self-understanding, explore relationship patterns, or navigate other areas of your life, you deserve to be able to hold all aspects of your identity with compassion and care.
8 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
LGBTQ+
Amanda S. Vaught
Psychologist, PsyD
I provide affirming, LGBTQ+ inclusive therapy for individuals exploring identity, relationships, or the impact of discrimination and marginalization. My approach celebrates authenticity and supports clients in building self-acceptance, resilience, and pride. Whether you’re navigating coming out, gender identity, family challenges, or relationship stress, I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to be fully yourself. Using evidence-based and trauma-informed care, I help LGBTQ+ clients heal, grow, and live confidently and authentically.
14 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Tricia Osterberger
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCAS
I work with folks who are navigating transition, gender questioning, coming out, and general stress related to LGBTQ identity and relationships.
16 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Tal Brafford
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-A
I came to this work because of the LGBTQ+ identities I hold. I understand how important lived experience is for building safety in a therapeutic relationship. Healthcare can be a scary place for the Queer community. My goal is to provide an open and warm environment for you to unpack your things and get comfy.
0 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
LGBTQ+
Kate E. Stephenson
Life Coach, ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Holistic Life, Career & Executive
My personal belief and my coaching ethos is that you are a whole, creative, resourceful person as you are, right now. That is a belief that is being challenged ad nauseam in the current climate. Assuming nothing, as a Holistic Life Coach, I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to speak your truth, be who you are, and figure out what you want from life without anyone else's input, influence, or expectations. While this is true for everyone, it can be an even more powerful experience for those of us who feel silenced and rendered invisible in any aspect of our lives. I am NOT offering therapy, but coaching can absolutely complement and supplement your therapy work. Instead, I offer a toolbox of methods, approaches, and experiments that most therapists do not. Tools designed to help you embrace your success without apology; create ease in a world of hardship; center yourself and ground in your own wisdom; and come into agreement with yourself regardless of the dissonance of others.
7 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Elemental Self Institute
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Many of the staff at Elemental Self Institute are openly queer and work with queer clients. Please feel free to reach out and ask about working with a therapist whose identity you feel comfortable with. We believe that being able to choose who you work with, as well as feeling comfortable and supported with your therapist plays a big role in the success of psychotherapy.
7 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Dr. Jillian Mahatha
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and adults navigating the unique experiences and challenges related to LGBTQ+ identity, relationships, and self-discovery. I provide an affirming, compassionate space where clients can explore their experiences, strengthen self-acceptance, build resilience, and develop healthy coping strategies.
14 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Jayson L. Mystkowski
Psychologist, Ph.D., ABPP
Affirmative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ACBT) is an individualized, active and goal-oriented type of psychotherapy, with evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions targeting SGM-specific stress and concerns. Topics addressed in Affirmative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy include the following:
Stress management (e.g., coping skills, substance abuse and recovery)
Gender identity (e.g., evaluations for medical transition and supporting documentation, non-binary)
Coming-out (e.g., concerns about one’s family, religion, culture, and workplace)
Sexual health (e.g., safer sex, STIs, sex positivity)
22 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Jess Clodfelter
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LCMHC, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II
You don’t need therapy where you’re educating your therapist on the basics of your identity — you need one where you can actually get support. I work primarily with LGBTQ+ folx, especially trans and nonbinary clients, navigating identity exploration, dysphoria, relationships, and the stress of existing in systems that weren’t built with you in mind. This is a space where you don’t have to shrink yourself, explain yourself, or brace for weird reactions. We focus on helping you feel more grounded in who you are, build self-trust, and move through the world with a little more clarity and a lot less second-guessing.
I also provide gender-affirming surgery letters through a collaborative, non-gatekeeping process, so you can access the care you need without unnecessary barriers or hoops to jump through.
12 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PH.D, NCC, LMHC, LCPC, LPC
Rocker Health has experienced and competent staff to deal with these issues.
15 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
LGBTQ+
Montgomery Counseling Group
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCSWA, LCMHC, LCMHCA
We provide affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients navigating identity, relationships, family dynamics, stress, trauma, or life transitions. Our goal is to offer a respectful space where clients can feel seen and supported.
35 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
LGBTQ+
Dr. Kimberly E. Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP, APIT
I have worked with LGBTQ clients for over a decade and consider myself an Ally. I am in tune to the unique challenges, bias and issues faced by this population. All to frequently LGBTQ clients all have been subject to trauma, disconnection from family, work or social discrimination based on their gender and sexual identity. Whether dealing with individual, partner or family issues I am an experienced resource.
19 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Dr. Stéphanie Gamache, PhD
Hypnotherapist, PhD
LGBTQ issues often involve navigating identity, desire, intimacy, and belonging within a complex social and relational context. My work offers an affirming, non-pathologizing space for exploration grounded in psychoanalytic and relational understanding. Together, we explore the emotional meanings that shape sexuality, relationships, and self-expression.
7 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Ning Tang
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As an affirming therapist, Dr. Tang provides a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQ+ individuals to explore identity, relationships, and life transitions. She approaches therapy with cultural humility and sensitivity, helping clients navigate internalized stigma, self-acceptance, and authentic expression.
1 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Hickory, North Carolina Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Hickory, North Carolina average 15 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are LGBTQ+ Issues (100%), Anxiety or Fears (82%), and Depression (71%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Depression |
| 66% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 60% | Stress |
| 58% | Loss or Grief |
| 55% | Self Esteem |