Feminist Therapists in Cary, NC
I use evidence-based approaches such as ACT, DBT, CBT and IFS, while incorporating a trauma-informed, feminist and multicultural lens.
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I value creating a therapeutic space in which individuals of all identities can feel safe to explore their thoughts/emotions and address challenging aspects of their life in which they may need support navigating. As a lesbian identifying clinician, I have a passion for working with folks from the LGBTQIA+ community. I also have an interest in working with those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family/relationship issues, life transitions/stress, and self-esteem concerns.
I use evidence-based approaches such as ACT, DBT, CBT and IFS, while incorporating a trauma-informed, feminist and multicultural lens.
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I value creating a therapeutic space in which individuals of all identities can feel safe to explore their thoughts/emotions and address challenging aspects of their life in which they may need support navigating. As a lesbian identifying clinician, I have a passion for working with folks from the LGBTQIA+ community. I also have an interest in working with those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family/relationship issues, life transitions/stress, and self-esteem concerns.
I bring over 6 years of training and experience based on a trauma informed care and positive youth development model founded on feminist approach to therapy.
Now more than ever, we face loneliness, isolation, and confusion during these uncertain times. Therapy should be based on creating a safe and trusting relationship where you can explore and be your most authentic self. It is my philosophy that we all need a strong and supportive community to thrive. My goal is to work in collaboration, utilizing exploration, curiosity, and self-discovery. We work together on igniting the resiliency you already possess. I am passionate about providing a safe space for young adults, individuals, and families as we work towards finding more harmony your relationships and connection with yourself.
I bring over 6 years of training and experience based on a trauma informed care and positive youth development model founded on feminist approach to therapy.
Now more than ever, we face loneliness, isolation, and confusion during these uncertain times. Therapy should be based on creating a safe and trusting relationship where you can explore and be your most authentic self. It is my philosophy that we all need a strong and supportive community to thrive. My goal is to work in collaboration, utilizing exploration, curiosity, and self-discovery. We work together on igniting the resiliency you already possess. I am passionate about providing a safe space for young adults, individuals, and families as we work towards finding more harmony your relationships and connection with yourself.
Morgan Kelly
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
In sessions, I use person-centered therapy, which focuses on empathy and respect, and integrate a feminist theory lens.
Feel like you need to earn your worth, like being anything less than perfect isn't okay? Maybe you're living with an eating disorder that leaves you worrying about or compensating for what you put into your body and trying to control it's shape and size. Do you struggle with self-worth or figuring out and feeling okay with being who you really are? Maybe you've been through trauma or abuse that has left you searching for ways to cope.
In sessions, I use person-centered therapy, which focuses on empathy and respect, and integrate a feminist theory lens.
Feel like you need to earn your worth, like being anything less than perfect isn't okay? Maybe you're living with an eating disorder that leaves you worrying about or compensating for what you put into your body and trying to control it's shape and size. Do you struggle with self-worth or figuring out and feeling okay with being who you really are? Maybe you've been through trauma or abuse that has left you searching for ways to cope.
Hannah Johnson
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
I describe myself as an integrative counselor who embraces feminist, person-centered, motivational interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy depending on the client’s needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) who offers therapy to adolescents, adults, seniors with a primary focus on trauma, as well as addiction, neurodivergence, life transitions, LGBTQ+ and gender identity issues, and other life stressors. My work in community mental health provided me the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients and presenting issues. I am excited to bring those skills into my practice!
I describe myself as an integrative counselor who embraces feminist, person-centered, motivational interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy depending on the client’s needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) who offers therapy to adolescents, adults, seniors with a primary focus on trauma, as well as addiction, neurodivergence, life transitions, LGBTQ+ and gender identity issues, and other life stressors. My work in community mental health provided me the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients and presenting issues. I am excited to bring those skills into my practice!
I base my work on attachment and feminist theories.
Hello! I enjoy supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults. I focus on challenges with emotional regulation, self-esteem, anxiety, social interactions, depression, school success, and life transitions. I also enjoy working with identity challenges and development. I strive to help my clients gain a better understanding of their past and present selves and explore what values they want to guide them moving forward. I love incorporating hands-on and experiential exercises into my work.
I base my work on attachment and feminist theories.
Hello! I enjoy supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults. I focus on challenges with emotional regulation, self-esteem, anxiety, social interactions, depression, school success, and life transitions. I also enjoy working with identity challenges and development. I strive to help my clients gain a better understanding of their past and present selves and explore what values they want to guide them moving forward. I love incorporating hands-on and experiential exercises into my work.
Cindy Perez
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
I strive to create an environment where you feel safe, secure, and empowered, utilizing ACT, feminist theory, and social justice counseling perspectives.
Are you looking for flexible out of the box support? I work with children, adults, and families, specializing in non-traditional and marginalized families. I am passionate about culturally responsive practices, treating you as the expert of your experience, and walking with you on your healing journey. As a queer, non-binary, Latine therapist, I'm committed to anti-racism, HAES, and anti-ableism. I love working with kiddos through school and home problems along with developing coping skills for emotional regulation, ADHD, Anxiety and Depression.
I strive to create an environment where you feel safe, secure, and empowered, utilizing ACT, feminist theory, and social justice counseling perspectives.
Are you looking for flexible out of the box support? I work with children, adults, and families, specializing in non-traditional and marginalized families. I am passionate about culturally responsive practices, treating you as the expert of your experience, and walking with you on your healing journey. As a queer, non-binary, Latine therapist, I'm committed to anti-racism, HAES, and anti-ableism. I love working with kiddos through school and home problems along with developing coping skills for emotional regulation, ADHD, Anxiety and Depression.
However you choose to show up is right. I believe in meeting you exactly where you are, providing a safe and supportive space to explore your unique journey. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA), I specialize in helping individuals heal from complex trauma, navigate life transitions, and build resilience. My approach is holistic, person-centered, and trauma-informed, with a strong foundation in multicultural competence.
However you choose to show up is right. I believe in meeting you exactly where you are, providing a safe and supportive space to explore your unique journey. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA), I specialize in helping individuals heal from complex trauma, navigate life transitions, and build resilience. My approach is holistic, person-centered, and trauma-informed, with a strong foundation in multicultural competence.
Are negative thoughts taking over your life? Is something causing stress in your life? Perhaps you have goals you want to reach or habits you want to adopt or drop, but nothing you try seems to work. Maybe you feel unaccepted by others or struggle to set and keep boundaries. If this sounds like you, I am here to help! Although I work with many types of clients, I particularly enjoy working with fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community and the neurodivergent community.
Are negative thoughts taking over your life? Is something causing stress in your life? Perhaps you have goals you want to reach or habits you want to adopt or drop, but nothing you try seems to work. Maybe you feel unaccepted by others or struggle to set and keep boundaries. If this sounds like you, I am here to help! Although I work with many types of clients, I particularly enjoy working with fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community and the neurodivergent community.
Bianca Glaze Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
In 2024, my clients and I are working on: being mindful with our time, setting our intentions and being accountable. We will conquer those three while working towards our everyday goals. My passion is helping people become and maintain the best versions of themselves. I achieve this by creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for all clients. My goal is to assist you in developing and utilizing coping skills, while working toward your personal goals, and establishing and maintaining self-care regiments and mental health.
In 2024, my clients and I are working on: being mindful with our time, setting our intentions and being accountable. We will conquer those three while working towards our everyday goals. My passion is helping people become and maintain the best versions of themselves. I achieve this by creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for all clients. My goal is to assist you in developing and utilizing coping skills, while working toward your personal goals, and establishing and maintaining self-care regiments and mental health.
Stephanie Adams-Gilmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
It's time to take care of you; time to deal with the trauma and triggers that are holding you back. Life feels hectic, but taking care of yourself is important. You have to live with you the rest of your life and you're ready to make it better. You're determined now; you've made the decision to take care of yourself...AND you know you want some help doing it. What if you could connect to someone who could truly see how you're doing and not pass judgment? And what if having someone wisely walk with you will help your life improve?
It's time to take care of you; time to deal with the trauma and triggers that are holding you back. Life feels hectic, but taking care of yourself is important. You have to live with you the rest of your life and you're ready to make it better. You're determined now; you've made the decision to take care of yourself...AND you know you want some help doing it. What if you could connect to someone who could truly see how you're doing and not pass judgment? And what if having someone wisely walk with you will help your life improve?
I work with adults facing a variety of obstacles including anxiety, depression, trauma, and work/life stress. Therapy is a collaborative process, meaning that together, we will work on developing and achieving the goals that are important to you, in whatever season you may be in. Whether your goal is to improve your relationships, manage stress, or uncover and work through the source(s) of your trauma, we will bring your story to light and ensure you have the tools to write the rest of it in the way that best serves you.
I work with adults facing a variety of obstacles including anxiety, depression, trauma, and work/life stress. Therapy is a collaborative process, meaning that together, we will work on developing and achieving the goals that are important to you, in whatever season you may be in. Whether your goal is to improve your relationships, manage stress, or uncover and work through the source(s) of your trauma, we will bring your story to light and ensure you have the tools to write the rest of it in the way that best serves you.
15 Second Videos
Becky Mangasarian
Louise Carter
Brey Cribbs
Danielle Minges
Eliza Harris
Katy Cribbs
Fatima Wasim
Susan Lipiec
Trinity Perini
Cat Salemi
Kat Morriss
Sharyn Leirer at Nourish Carolina Counseling
I have been fortunate to have a previous career in exercise physiology and sought my masters in Social Work when I realized my passion centered on helping people make the changes they desire. I enjoy working with adults, age 18 and older, focusing on anxiety, depression, adjustment to life changes, grief/loss, parenting issues and personality disorders. I would enjoy walking this walk with you.
I have been fortunate to have a previous career in exercise physiology and sought my masters in Social Work when I realized my passion centered on helping people make the changes they desire. I enjoy working with adults, age 18 and older, focusing on anxiety, depression, adjustment to life changes, grief/loss, parenting issues and personality disorders. I would enjoy walking this walk with you.
Caryn Christiano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27519 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I understand that deciding to seek help can be daunting, and you might be feeling a mix of fear and anxiety right now. Please know that these feelings are completely normal, and you are not alone.
Hello and welcome! I understand that deciding to seek help can be daunting, and you might be feeling a mix of fear and anxiety right now. Please know that these feelings are completely normal, and you are not alone.
Life has lots of ups and downs, and I'd like to help you navigate them with a large dose of empathy and kindness. Whether you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, or just need someone to chat with, I've got your back. My mission? To help you rewrite your story, take back control, and start living life on your terms – because you deserve it! I believe that healing is all about finding what works best for you, so I offer various different ways to help you out. We'll team up, dig deep, and uncover your strengths, all while keeping things real and supportive.
Life has lots of ups and downs, and I'd like to help you navigate them with a large dose of empathy and kindness. Whether you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, or just need someone to chat with, I've got your back. My mission? To help you rewrite your story, take back control, and start living life on your terms – because you deserve it! I believe that healing is all about finding what works best for you, so I offer various different ways to help you out. We'll team up, dig deep, and uncover your strengths, all while keeping things real and supportive.
Kamara Morrow
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHC-A, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
Going through tough patches in life can be exhausting and seeking help can seem daunting. As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe, open, and compassionate space where we can walk through whatever you bring to therapy. Through a strength-based approach, we can navigate feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, and anything that may be coming up for you together. Whether you are here to redefine your identity, work to live according to your values, navigate life transitions, or cope with changes in your health or functioning I am honored to be on your journey with you.
Going through tough patches in life can be exhausting and seeking help can seem daunting. As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe, open, and compassionate space where we can walk through whatever you bring to therapy. Through a strength-based approach, we can navigate feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, and anything that may be coming up for you together. Whether you are here to redefine your identity, work to live according to your values, navigate life transitions, or cope with changes in your health or functioning I am honored to be on your journey with you.
For over 10 years, I have worked closely with families, adolescents, young adults and elders as they have transition through various stages of life. Life transitions can bring about varying emotions that could impact our mental health and wellness. This could be expressed by depression, anxiety, or feelings that show up in our bodies. Work related stress, medical diagnosis, new educational ventures, traumatic life events, changes in family systems and institutional systems can impact how we connect to ourselves and others. I seek to explore and process these emotions, while providing coping skills, to help you achieve your goals.
For over 10 years, I have worked closely with families, adolescents, young adults and elders as they have transition through various stages of life. Life transitions can bring about varying emotions that could impact our mental health and wellness. This could be expressed by depression, anxiety, or feelings that show up in our bodies. Work related stress, medical diagnosis, new educational ventures, traumatic life events, changes in family systems and institutional systems can impact how we connect to ourselves and others. I seek to explore and process these emotions, while providing coping skills, to help you achieve your goals.
Hello! I am an LCSWA practicing in Cary, NC. I specialize in working with adult individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and interpersonal relationship issues. In the therapy space you can expect me to center you in your own therapeutic journey. I recognize that the therapy experience is different for everyone, and I enjoy building a supportive therapeutic relationship with my clients that fosters an empathetic space for growth and self-actualization. I am a gender-affirming provider who will advocate for my clients as necessary in medical spaces.
Hello! I am an LCSWA practicing in Cary, NC. I specialize in working with adult individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and interpersonal relationship issues. In the therapy space you can expect me to center you in your own therapeutic journey. I recognize that the therapy experience is different for everyone, and I enjoy building a supportive therapeutic relationship with my clients that fosters an empathetic space for growth and self-actualization. I am a gender-affirming provider who will advocate for my clients as necessary in medical spaces.
You're used to being smart enough to figure things out, but this thing has you stumped. Maybe you're spending more time than you'd like thinking about that thing in your past. Maybe your relationships keep failing in the same way and you're starting to think it might be you (or at least the people you seem to always choose). Maybe you feel like your friends are tired of listening to you vent. Maybe anxiety or sadness is keeping you from doing the things you want to do.
You're used to being smart enough to figure things out, but this thing has you stumped. Maybe you're spending more time than you'd like thinking about that thing in your past. Maybe your relationships keep failing in the same way and you're starting to think it might be you (or at least the people you seem to always choose). Maybe you feel like your friends are tired of listening to you vent. Maybe anxiety or sadness is keeping you from doing the things you want to do.
Now accepting new clients (Updated: (10/2/24). If you struggle with anxiety, ADHD, family of origin struggles, or trauma, I am here to help. Understanding these things can be very overwhelming and confusing. I will help you understand these difficulties and help you develop a plan to navigate your life with them. I can help with communicating your needs and learning to manage strong emotions. All of this can help you take back parts of your life and learn new things about you.
Now accepting new clients (Updated: (10/2/24). If you struggle with anxiety, ADHD, family of origin struggles, or trauma, I am here to help. Understanding these things can be very overwhelming and confusing. I will help you understand these difficulties and help you develop a plan to navigate your life with them. I can help with communicating your needs and learning to manage strong emotions. All of this can help you take back parts of your life and learn new things about you.
Accepting new clients for daytime only. Are you someone who usually loves to help others, but suddenly you are just so tired? Are you feeling burnt out? Exhausted? Overthinking and questioning everything? It's easy to stay busy all the time and sometimes when we say "yes" to all the things we love to do, we might find ourselves being just TOO busy. When you get busy, overwhelmed, and overstimulated, that's when you start to snap at the people you love, or find yourself wanting to just be left alone.
Accepting new clients for daytime only. Are you someone who usually loves to help others, but suddenly you are just so tired? Are you feeling burnt out? Exhausted? Overthinking and questioning everything? It's easy to stay busy all the time and sometimes when we say "yes" to all the things we love to do, we might find ourselves being just TOO busy. When you get busy, overwhelmed, and overstimulated, that's when you start to snap at the people you love, or find yourself wanting to just be left alone.
See more therapy options for Cary
Nearby Feminist Therapists Searches for Cary
- Apex
- Carrboro
- Chapel Hill
- Clayton
- Durham
- Fuquay Varina
- Garner
- Holly Springs
- Morrisville
- Pittsboro
- Raleigh
- Wake Forest
Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.