LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Durham, North Carolina NC
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LGBTQ+ Issues
Paulina Mendez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSWA, LCASA
For many LGBTQ+ folks, life includes navigating safety, belonging, and authenticity in environments that don’t always offer ease or affirmation. Therapy with me is a space where you don’t need to explain or defend who you are. I offer relational, affirming support; a place to be witnessed fully while exploring identity, relationships, and the stressors that come with living in a world that can be both tender and demanding.
3 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ Issues
Be BOLD Psychology and Consulting
Psychologist, Ph.D
As a queer-owned practice, we offer therapy that celebrates — not just affirms — LGBTQIA+ identities. Whether you’re exploring gender, sexuality, or navigating relationships and systems that don’t always understand you, you’ll find a safer space with us. We also support partners, families, and parents of queer/trans folks looking to grow in their allyship and connection.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Durham, NC 27713
Online in Durham, NC North Carolina
LGBTQ+ Issues
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
LGBTQIA+ identities are often treated as something to analyze or explain—but for many people, the real challenge is navigating a world that doesn’t consistently feel safe, affirming, or understanding. Whether you’re exploring your identity, coming out, navigating relationships, or dealing with family, cultural, or religious dynamics, there’s often a lot to hold. Experiences of discrimination, invisibility, or having to constantly assess safety can take a real toll—especially when you’re expected to keep functioning as if it’s not happening.
At Nour Counseling, our care is explicitly affirming—not neutral, not “tolerant,” but actively supportive and celebratory of who you are. Most of our clinicians identify as LGBTQIA+ themselves, which means you’re not starting from a place of having to explain or justify your experience. We prioritize helping you build a sense of belonging—within yourself, in your relationships, and in the spaces you move through. We also address the impact of religious messaging or trauma that may have shaped how you see yourself, creating space to unpack and redefine those experiences on your own terms. Along the way, we name the broader systems and narratives that impact LGBTQIA+ individuals, so you’re not internalizing something that was never yours to carry. This is a space where you can show up as you are and focus on building a life that actually fits.
9 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ Issues
Bobby Newell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, SEP
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, providing an affirming and supportive space where you can show up as your full, authentic self. Whether you’re exploring identity, navigating relationships, or processing the impact of discrimination, stress, or family dynamics, our work is grounded in respect, safety, and understanding. I take a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach, integrating practical tools and mind-body awareness to support emotional well-being, self-acceptance, and resilience. You deserve care that honors who you are—and helps you feel more confident and at home in yourself.
27 Years Experience
In-Person in Durham, NC 27713
Online in Durham, NC North Carolina
LGBTQ+ Issues
Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCMHC, LCAS
Providing affirming support for identity exploration, relationships, and navigating societal challenges.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Durham, NC 27707
Online in Durham, NC North Carolina
LGBTQ+ Issues
Congruence Counseling Group
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, M.Ed. LCMHC, LMFT
Congruence Counseling Group can provide a supportive and affirming space for individuals exploring or navigating challenges related to sexual orientation or gender identity. Clients can work through issues such as identity, relationships, family dynamics, and societal pressures while building self-acceptance, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Durham, NC
Online in Durham, NC North Carolina
LGBTQ+ Issues
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
In-Person Near Durham, NC
Online in Durham, NC North Carolina
LGBTQ+ Issues
Emily Rowe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
As an LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist, I provide a safe, supportive space for individuals navigating identity exploration, coming out, or managing the unique challenges of being part of the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you’re dealing with relationship struggles, family conflict, or societal pressures, I’m here to offer compassionate, non-judgmental care. Together, we’ll work on fostering self-acceptance and building confidence as you embrace your authentic self.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Durham, NC
Online in Durham, NC North Carolina
LGBTQ+ Issues
Dr. Anna Smith
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd, MA
Navigating coming out, identity exploration, minority stress, family rejection, or the unique challenges that can arise in queer, trans, or non-heteronormative relationships takes courage and support. I provide an affirming, kink- and trans-friendly space to process these experiences, reduce the weight of shame or external pressure, and build authentic connections—with yourself and with partners. Whether you’re working on individual identity, relationship dynamics, or creating the kind of intimacy that truly fits who you are, therapy here honors all parts of you.
10 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ Issues
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 Durham, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
Durham is home to Duke University and Duke University Medical Center, one of the leading psychiatric research and treatment centers in the country — an institution that deeply shapes the quality and sophistication of the local therapy community. The Research Triangle's concentration of academics, researchers, and healthcare professionals creates demand for therapists with intellectual depth and experience with high-achievement anxiety, identity work, and the stresses of competitive knowledge-economy careers. Durham also has a vibrant Black community with deep historical roots, and therapists offering culturally affirming care, racial identity work, and intergenerational trauma support are well represented. The city's progressive culture sustains strong demand for LGBTQ+-affirming therapists, and many practitioners integrate social-justice-informed approaches across their work.
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Durham, North Carolina Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Durham, North Carolina average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%), and Multicultural Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
46%
Gender ID
| 55% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 81% | LGBTQ+ |
| 67% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 36% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 34% | Military / Veterans |