LGBTQ+ therapists in Wake Forest, NC
Browse LGBTQ+ therapists in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Serving LGBTQ+
Emily Rowe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Are you feeling weighed down by trauma, shame, or family conflict? I specialize in helping individuals navigate the most challenging parts of their lives, from trauma and PTSD to identity struggles and relationship issues. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your emotions without judgment, rebuild your sense of self, and develop tools to move forward with confidence. If you're ready to reclaim your life and start healing, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wake Forest, NC
Online in Wake Forest, NC
Serving LGBTQ+
Bobby Newell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, SEP
A little about me
I’m a therapist who gets how overwhelming this stage of life can feel. You’re juggling pressure, expectations, relationships, and figuring out who you are—all at the same time. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach, and I’m not here to judge or “analyze” you.
My style is real, collaborative, and practical. I’ll help you understand what’s happening in your mind and body, and give you tools you can actually use in everyday life—not just in a therapy session.
Why reach out
If you’re tired of overthinking everything, feeling stuck, or reacting in ways you wish you could change, you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
Reaching out is the first step toward feeling more grounded, more confident, and more in control of your life.
Even if you’re not sure where to start—that’s okay. We’ll figure it out together.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wake Forest, NC
Online in Wake Forest, NC
Serving LGBTQ+
Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCMHC, LCAS
Wellness is not about one single element.
It is about ALL of our elements: mental, physical, spiritual & emotional.
All parts of you are welcome here.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wake Forest, NC
Online in Wake Forest, NC
Serving LGBTQ+
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Finding a therapist shouldn’t feel overwhelming—or like a guessing game. At Nour Counseling, we take the time to actually listen before we match you, so you’re not left scrolling through profiles trying to figure it out on your own. We consider what you’re looking for, what you’ve experienced in past therapy (what worked and what didn’t), and the kind of connection you want to feel in the room. We’re also clear about our values—our clinicians are culturally responsive and affirming, and we hold space for clients navigating complex identities and sociopolitical realities without minimizing or dismissing them. Our goal is simple: to help you get connected to a therapist who not only has the right expertise, but who genuinely feels like a good fit.
9 Years Experience
Online in Wake Forest, NC (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Yuye Zhang
Psychologist, PhD, MSW
Therapy can be a place to step away from the expectations and pressures that have shaped your life and make room for what you genuinely need. I work with adults who may look like they are doing well on the outside while privately feeling exhausted, disconnected, stuck, or unsure of what comes next. Together, we can explore what you are experiencing now as well as the patterns, relationships, and expectations that may be contributing to it. My practice is intentionally small so that I can be fully present and thoughtful in my work with each client. I aim to create a space where you can explore your experiences openly, better understand yourself, and find ways forward that feel meaningful and sustainable.
11 Years Experience
Online in Wake Forest, NC (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Honeybee Therapy PLLC
Psychologist, MA, LPA
I look forward to helping you explore and address difficulties such as stress, life transitions, relationship dynamics, grief, identity, as well as clinical issues to include mood disorders, anxiety, and neurodivergence. I am Kink, Polyamorous/Consensual Nonmonogamy, and cross- dressing knowledgeable. I am a WPATH member and a transgender care specialist. I enjoy helping others identify what is important to them and how to live according to that.
19 Years Experience
Online in Wake Forest, NC (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Anna Smith
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd, MA
I'm Dr. Anna Smith (she/her), a Licensed Psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist. I offer online sex therapy, couples therapy, & relationship counseling across the US in 40+ states — for people who want deeper intimacy, more honest communication, & relationships that feel good.
What makes my practice different is that it’s built entirely around deep relational and sexual intimacy—nothing else. With over a decade focused exclusively on couples and sex therapy, AASECT certification, and advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and trauma-informed care, I’m not a generalist who happens to see couples; this is the work I love.
Clients tell me they finally feel seen, supported, and gently challenged in the exact ways they need. If you care deeply about your relationship (or your relationship with yourself) but feel stuck, exhausted by the same patterns, or unsure how to talk about sex without shame, I’d be honored to help. You deserve a therapist who specializes in exactly what you’re struggling with—and who can help you create the safety, closeness, and pleasure you’ve been longing for. Let’s talk.
**Note: I'm a private-pay clinician and don't bill insurance directly or accept insurance. Sessions are $225, and I'm happy to provide a superbill you can submit for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
10 Years Experience
Online in Wake Forest, NC (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Jess Clodfelter
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LCMHC, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II
You don’t need another space where someone nods at you and hands you a worksheet you’ll never use — and you definitely don’t need one where you have to explain or defend who you are. I provide gender-affirming therapy for adults across North Carolina and South Carolina, working primarily with trans, nonbinary, and queer folx navigating identity exploration, dysphoria, and the very real stress of existing in a world that doesn’t always get it. My work is trauma-informed and attachment-based, helping you make sense of patterns like overthinking, burnout, people-pleasing, and relationship cycles without pathologizing the hell out of you. This is a space that’s collaborative, honest, and actually feels human — where we unpack what’s keeping you stuck and build something that fits you better. If you’re looking for therapy that’s affirming, real, and a little more direct than the usual, you’re in the right place — go ahead and reach out.
12 Years Experience
Online in Wake Forest, NC (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Jourdan Brickey Self-Reclamation After Survival
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
My work as a therapist centers on self-reclamation. The process of understanding how we become who we are through survival, responsibility, and relationship, and how we begin finding our way back to ourselves. Many of the people I work with are often highly capable on the outside but feel internally disconnected or uncertain about their needs, identity, or direction. In our work together, we explore the patterns that shaped you and begin building a life that feels more intentional, connected, and aligned with who you are today.
6 Years Experience
Online in Wake Forest, NC (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Cierra Listermann
Psychologist, Ph.D., HSP-P
I'm currently accepting a limited number of new clients, with priority availability for CPT Intensives.
I became a psychologist because I believe people deserve more than simply learning how to cope with what hurts. They deserve the opportunity to heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves. My work is centered around helping adults virtually across North Carolina who have experienced trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, and difficult life experiences understand themselves with greater compassion and move toward the life they want to create and experience living.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel truly seen and understood while also having a psychologist who can provide the knowledge, structure, and guidance needed to support meaningful change.
I specialize in helping clients work through the lasting effects of traumatic experiences, including PTSD, complex trauma (C-PTSD), anxiety, depression, grief, burnout and chronic stress, and major life transitions. I use evidence-based approaches that are proven to work while honoring that every person’s healing process looks different. Your experiences, your goals, and your chosen pace matter.
I believe therapy works best when it is a partnership. My role is not to tell you who to become, but to help you better understand yourself, challenge the beliefs that may be holding you back, and build the confidence and skills to move forward.
Your story is uniquely your own—your therapy should be too.
9 Years Experience
Online in Wake Forest, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ therapists in Wake Forest, NC Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Wake Forest, NC average 15 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (80%), Depression (66%), and Trauma and PTSD (60%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 80% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 66% | Depression |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 56% | Stress |
| 51% | Loss or Grief |
| 50% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 84% | Women |
| 60% | Men |
| 44% | Black / African American |
| 40% | Military / Veterans |