You Are Not Alone
Browse our curated list of LGBTQIA+ friendly resources.
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The Trevor Project 24/7 Crisis Line for LGBTQ+ Youth
The Trevor Project 24/7 Crisis Line for LGBTQ+ Youth can connect LGBTQ+ youth struggling with mental health issues to a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the U.S. It is 100% confidential and 100% free.
Call 1-866-488-7386 or Text 'START' to 678678
LGBT National Help Center
National helplines for LGBTQIA+ individuals providing confidential peer support, information, and resources.
National Hotline: 888-843-4564
National Youth Talkline: 800-246-7743 (callers 25 and younger)
National Senior Hotline: 888-234-7243 (callers ages 50 and above)
National Coming Out Support Hotline: 888-688-5428 (888-OUT-LGBT) (Concerns/questions about coming out for all ages)
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Anti-Violence Project
Empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and HIV-affected communities and allies to end all forms of violence through organizing and education, and supports survivors through counseling and advocacy.
Harassment/Assault Bilingual Hotline Call/Text: 212-714-1141
Family Acceptance Project
Project to increase family and community support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer-identified (LGBTQ) children and youth to decrease health and mental health risks and to promote well-being.
The Family Acceptance Project’s website has links to services and support around the country.
Email: fap@sfsu.edu
LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory
The LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory is a free, searchable database of all kinds of doctors, medical professionals and healthcare providers knowledgeable and sensitive to the unique health needs of LGBTQ+ people in the USA and Canada. Simply type in your ZIP code and find a provider near you.
National Center for Transgender Equality | ID Documents Center - North Carolina
One-stop hub for name and gender change information. Guidance on updating name and gender on state and federal IDs and records.
National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center
This organization provides educational programs, resources, and consultation with the goal of optimizing quality, cost-effective health care for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and all sexual and gender minority (LGBTQIA+ people).
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LGBTQ Center of Durham
The LGBTQ Center of Durham supports LGBTQ+ people through services, programming, resources, and support networks that center their well-being and allow them to thrive.
Programs include job coaching for LGBTQ+ individuals older than 50, youth programs and events, and specific services for Transgender Womxn and Femmes of Color and all Queer and Trans BIPOC folks
Location: 1007 Broad Street, Durham, NC 27705
Phone: 919-827-1436
Email: info@lgbtqcenterofdurham.org
LGBT Center of Raleigh
This Raleigh-based nonprofit offers multiple programs and initiatives related to health and wellness for LGBTQ+ individuals, including Pride Flow Yoga, HIV/STI Testing Services, and an LGBT+ Mental Health Support Group.
Address: 19 W. Hargett St., Suite 50, Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: (919) 832-4484
Email: info@lgbtcenterofraleigh.com
The LGBTQ+ Center at UNC-Chapel Hill
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) Center works to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for UNC-Chapel Hill community members of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.
Address: SASB South, 385 Manning Drive, Suite 3308, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone: 919-843-5376
Email: lgbtq@unc.edu
PFLAG Triangle
Support groups, educational programs, speakers bureau, and other resources for LGBTQ individuals, parents, families, friends, and allies
Email: pflagtriangle@gmail.com
Trans in the South: A Directory of Trans-Affirming Health & Legal Services Providers
A directory of more than 400 Southern health service providers who are trans-affirming, including mental health providers, primary care physicians, and more
World Professional Association for Transgender Health Directory: North Carolina
Lists healthcare professionals in NC who provide gender-affirming care
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Alliance of AIDS Services - Carolina
Condoms, STI Testing, health education, PrEP, short-term counseling for people living with HIV, and food pantry
3109 Poplarwood Court, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27604
Phone: 919-834-2437
Email: info@aas-c.org
Duke Child and Adolescent Gender Care Clinic
Provides quality, comprehensive and compassionate family-centered care to transgender youth, gender-expansive youth, and children with differences of sex development.
Duke Children's Health Center - 2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27710
Appointments: 919-684-8361
Office: 919-684-8361
Piedmont Health Services - Moncure, Siler City, and Chapel Hill Community Health Centers
LGBTQ+-affirming health care provider
Chapel Hill Community Health Center
107 Conner Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
919-951-7600
Moncure Community Health Center
7228 Pittsboro-Moncure Road, Moncure, NC 27559
919-542-4991
Siler City Community Health Center
224 South 10th Avenue, Siler City, NC 27344
919-663-1744
Unorthodoc
Direct primary care medical practice, LGBTQ+-affirming
Location: 127-A Fidelity Street, Carrboro, NC 27510
Phone: 919-914-9611
Email: hello@unorthodoc.sprucecare.com
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Heather Brewis Scheffler, PhD, LP, HSP-P
Works with children and teens. Trained and experience with LGBTQ+ individuals, including those who are gender non-conforming or gender creative regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation
Takes most commercial insurance and currently accepting new clients. After-school appointment times may be limited.
In-person therapy or telehealth
Location: 290 East Street, Suite 106, Pittsboro
Call: 919-548-5612
Key Burns, LCMHCA
Focus on creating safe and inclusive holding environments to support individuals to become aware of their unique path and achieve agency and confidence in their choice points and decisions
In-person therapy and telehealth
Location: 2515 Watson Avenue, Suite 111, Sanford
Email: key@peakprofessionalgroup.com
Julie Daul, LCSW
Member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)
Extensive training in LGBTQ+ issues and more than 20 years of experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals and families in the Triangle area
In-network with Aetna, BCBS, Medicare, and United, and can sometimes see patients with other insurance plans
Teletherapy for adults ages 18 and up
Call: (919) 542-6183
Email: juliedaul.lcsw@gmail.com
Christian Fisher, MSW, LCSW
More than 20 years of experience working with children and adolescents in Chatham County, including working with LGBTQIA community.
Trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a skills-based approach which builds emotion regulation, interpersonal skills, and self-validation.
Insurance: BCBS, Cigna, Healthy Blue, Wellcare, and Vaya
In-person therapy and telehealth
Call: 919-883-7771
Email: dchristianfisher@hotmail.com
Kelly Jerome, MS, LCMHC, NCC, CCTP, AAT-I
Works to provide a non-judgmentally-affirming and safe space.
Insurance: BCBS (not Blue Value or Blue Home), Aetna, Cigna, and Optum/UHC
Accepting new clients virtually
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KidSCope - Early Intervention & Family Support
LGBTQIA+ ally creating a safe space for children birth to 5 years old, parents and families.
Licensed mental health and social work child & family therapists with extensive experience supporting LGBTQIA+ children, parents and families.
Specializing in trauma, positive parenting, and family dynamics.
Accepting new clients - Medicaid, private insurance, sliding scale fee.
Therapy conducted in both English and Spanish.
Sessions offered in-person and via tele-health.
Call or Text: 919-358-9270
Krippa Family Psychological & Wellness Services
Wide range of experience and training to address the unique challenges and needs of LGBTQIA individuals.
Teen IOP: Special program of care for children ages 11-18 who are experiencing behavioral health symptoms and may need special treatment.
Location: 200 East Street, Pittsboro
Call: 919-893-9444
Email: info@ncpsychologist.com
Michelle Moseley, LCHMC, NCC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Specialization in religious trauma and body image.
Extensive experience with LGBTQ population.
Currently accepting new clients for telehealth appointments
Call: 919-533-6557
Pinnacle Family Services
Evidence-based family-centered treatment.
LGBTQIA allies that work closely with community organizations for additional resources and trainings.
Renaissance Wellness Services, LLC
Owner: Dr. Karen Barbee, LPC, LCASA, NCC
LGBTQIA+ ally creating a safe space for children from birth to 5 years old that include parents and families
Licensed mental health and social work child and family therapists with extensive experience supporting LGBTQIA+ children, parents, and families.
Specializing in trauma and family therapy.
Accepting new clients (Medicaid and private insurance) in person, school or office-based, and via telehealth. English and Spanish services.
Location: 288 East Street, Suite 1001-F7, Pittsboro, NC 27312
Call: 919-704-8449
Email: rwellnessservices@gmail.com
Robin Tovell-Toubal, M.Ed., LMHC, LCMHC
Licensed as a mental health counselor in the states of North Carolina and New York.
More than 30 years of experience counseling adults, including the LGBTQIA community, working in a supportive, collaborative manner to help individuals achieve clarity and the courage to move forward in life.
In-person and/or telehealth therapy for adults ages 18 and older.
Location: 197 Quarter Gate Trace, Chapel Hill (Chatham County)
Call: 516-424-2203
Email: rtovellmhc@gmail.com
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Second Bloom
Second Bloom provides person-centered support and resources for survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence in Chatham County, North Carolina.
Email: info@secondbloomofchatham.org
24 Hours Crisis Line: 919-545-0055
A survivor-led, social justice organization that works to end partner abuse in lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, BDSM, polyamorous, and queer communities. Provides services in English and Spanish.
Email: info@tnlr.org
24-Hour Hotline: 800-832-1901
The Northwest Network
The Northwest Network of bisexual, trans, lesbian, and gay survivors of abuse work to end violence and abuse by building loving and equitable relationships in our community and across the country.
Call: 1-206-568-7777
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The Trevor Project 24/7 Crisis Line for LGBTQ+ Youth
The Trevor Project 24/7 Crisis Line for LGBTQ+ Youth can connect LGBTQ+ youth struggling with mental health issues to a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the U.S. It is 100% confidential, and 100% free.
Call 1-866-488-7386 or Text 'START' to 678678
Homeless Youth Handbook - North Carolina
Comprehensive resource guide from legal, housing, employment, mental health, and more for homeless youth.
iNSIDEout
Youth-founded, youth-led organization that provides leadership opportunities & a safe space for North Carolina's LGBTQISA-queer youth, both in & out of schools.
Email: boardinsideout@gmail.com
It Gets Better Project
The world’s largest storytelling effort to empower LGBTQ+ young people where they live, learn, and socialize. Stories and videos, education, and support and other resources.
Email: info@itgetsbetter.org
LGBT Center of Raleigh - Youth & Family
Youth and young adult programs to support, engage, and empower LGBTQ+ youth, young adults, and families in North Carolina
Location: 19 W. Hargett St., Suite 507, Raleigh, NC 27601
Call: (919) 832-4484
Email: info@lgbtcenterofraleigh.com
Time Out Youth
Charlotte-based nonprofit with both in-person and digitally-based services for LGBTQ+ youth, including discussion groups and a virtual drop-in space.
Address: 3800 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28205
Phone: (704) 344-8335
Email: info@timeoutyouth.org
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PBO Pride
PBO Pride is an annual event held in Pittsboro where members of the LGBTQIA community and allies gather to celebrate the freedom to be ourselves.
Sandhills Pride
“Our mission is to unite, celebrate, and serve LGBTQ people, their allies, and sister organizations, by providing social engagement, service, education, and leadership in the Sandhills region of North Carolina.”
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Coming Out Resources
Coming Out: A Handbook for LGBTQ Young People (The Trevor Project)
Coming Out (UC Berkeley: Centers for Educational Justice & Community Engagement)
I'm Coming Out: Coming Out as LGBT in Later Life (SAGE National Resource Center on LGBT Aging)
Coming Out Resources for Family and Friends
How to Support Kids Who Are Questioning (Child Mind Institute)
Resources for Families of LGBTQ+ Youth (Child Welfare Information Gateway)
Coming Out: Information for Parents of LGBTQ Teens (American Academy of Pediatrics)
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The Local Church
https://www.thelocalchurchpbo.org/
Sundays • 10a @ Woods Charter School (160 Woodland Grove Ln.
Chapel Hill, NC 27516)An inclusive Methodist community in Chatham County.
The Local Church is committed to LGBTQ+ inclusion, anti-racism, and care for creation.
Our worship is affirming, anchoring, and empowering.
Just come as you are.
The Local Church is a Lighthouse Congregation of The North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church, in partnership with The United Methodist Collective and the Office of New Faith Communities.
North Carolina Zen Center
390 Ironwood, Pittsboro, NC 27312
919-533-9601Zen Buddhist community and retreat center dedicated to practice, awakening, and community.
We offer weekly meditation sessions, traditional services, beginners’ instruction and retreats.
We also offer residential opportunities and personal retreats for those who wish to engage with the practice in a more concentrated way.
Marriage/handfasting
Rituals surrounding the birth or adoption of a child
Spiritual exploration and meditation
Contemplative care
Rituals surrounding end of life