"I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in North Carolina with 3 years of experience providing therapy to Families, Couples, individuals. I've worked with a variety of clients struggles; anxiety, depression, bi-polar, family issues, LGBTQ specifics- coming out to the family, accepting one's self as they are, living your best life in a non acceptance environment. I have further specialization in Trauma Therapy for anyone who is suffering from a traumatic event in their life. I work with clients struggling with intimacy concerns and sex therapy. I also offer Sexual Harm Risk Assessments for minors."

"Krystle Parker earned her Masters of Science in Nursing from the South University of Nursing in Savannah, GA. Parker graduated having completed two intensive honors programs: the VALOR Program and the Clinical Ladder Program. Not only does she have long time experience as an RN, but she also has many years of experience caring for specialty patients in underserved communities."

Specialties include: Gender Confirmation Surgery Evaluation and LGBTQ+ Care

"The LGBTQ Center of Durham is committed to serving the City and County of Durham as well as the surrounding counties to ensure all folks have the resources necessary to live full, joyful lives. We provide space and resources to all people." Services include Host Home Program (for 18-24 year olds experiencing housing instability); Friends Aging Quirkily (collaborative effort to build community among LGBTQ+ folks aged 50+); Durham, NC Pride; LGBTQ Youth Center; Gender Identity Programs; community events; and a library.

Their website includes a comprehensive list of North Carolina resources in a variety of areas (https://www.lgbtqcenterofdurham.org/resources/).

"Mental Health Greensboro advances mental wellness in our community through leadership, education, direct services and collaborative partnerships. We assist individuals to manage their symptoms, stay in recovery, rebuild relationships, and pursue life goals such as higher education and employment opportunities. We believe that recovery is successful when individuals take an active role in learning about their diagnoses and strategies for managing their symptoms. We are Greensboro’s only dedicated peer support recovery organization combining peer education, peer coaching, support group facilitation and peer support specialist training."

Specific Programs:
"Renewal Support Group is a peer-led support group providing a judgement-free setting for the LGBTQ community to come together and support each other with mental health recovery." (https://www.facebook.com/groups/213433573347534/)

"H.E.R. which stands for Hope Empowered Recovery, is a group that lifts up black women and creates an environment of understanding and support for those struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional wellness, and other mental health concerns.
Our H.E.R. support group aims to help black women gain an understanding of issues facing the black community and the world around. Peers will get support and guidance from other black women, express and manage emotions and promote healing within the support group community.
This support group meets online via ZOOM" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1098522830544595/)

"The Gender and Sexual Diversity Center provides affirming, affordable mental healthcare resources for LGBTQ+ members of our community. It is our absolute priority to provide specialized care for a range of communities, especially those that have been traditionally marginalized.

We are queer and genderqueer savvy and understand that there are as many genders as there are people. And as such, each person who is exploring their needs with respect to their gender will be supported however they identify."

Links families to State and community partners for the purpose of improving the lives of children, youth, and families with emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs. All are welcome.

"Sara Culpepper, Principal Counselor and Teletherapy Provider, loves helping women and teen girls improve their relationships with themselves, internalize that their worth is not connected to their appearance, and express their genuine nature."

"LGBTQ Services in Asheville, NC:
Asheville Health Center offers the following services specifically for clients who identify as LGBTQ:

Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy
Transgender clients, regardless of age, gender identity, or gender expression, are welcome to visit any of our health centers to receive the preventative, sexual, and reproductive health care services we provide in an affirming environment.

For transgender clients ages 18 and over, we provide gender-affirming hormone therapy on an informed consent basis. This means that our providers will work with you to develop a plan of care based on your health care needs and transition goals. We do not require a mental health referral to initiate hormones.

We can also provide referrals to other transgender-affirming medical services and community resources. At this time, we do not provide pubertal suppression services for adolescents.

At this health center, these LGBTQ services are available:

On a walk-in basis: as schedule allows
Here’s what you need to know about services for LGBTQ clients at this health center:
When you call for an appointment to begin or continue hormone therapy, one of our front desk staff members will help you schedule your appointment and talk with you about what to expect.

At your first appointment, our provider will take time to:

Review your medical history
Discuss your goals and expectations
Confirm your understanding of the potential risks and side effects
Answer any questions you have
Connect you to available community resources
Your first appointment also allows our provider to order the necessary lab work to ensure you are medically eligible to begin hormone therapy.

Clients under our care receive a written prescription for hormones which they fill at a pharmacy. Planned Parenthood does not provide pharmacy services for these hormones.

Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have previously been made."

"LGBTQ Services in Chapel Hill, NC
Chapel Hill Health Center offers the following services specifically for clients who identify as LGBTQ:

Hormone Replacement Therapy
resources
services referral
At this health center, these LGBTQ services are available:

during all business hours by appointment
We have a limited number of same-day appointments.: Mon 10-8 / Tues 8-1 / Wed 2-8 / Fri 1-5. If you need to be seen quickly, please call to reserve a slot.


Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have previously been made."

"LGBTQ Services in Charlotte, NC
Charlotte Health Center offers the following services specifically for clients who identify as LGBTQ:

education
resources
hormone replacement therapy.

At this health center, these LGBTQ services are available:

Prices and Payment Information
Please contact this health center for LGBTQ services pricing information.

Payment is expected at time of service unless other arrangements have previously been made."