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LGBTQ Health Resources
Below is a list of LGBTQ+-specific health resources, including Chatham County providers that have experience and/or expertise in serving the LGBTQ community. If you have any questions or would like to be considered for addition to this list, please contact Dorothy Rawleigh at dorothy.rawleigh@chathamcountync.gov.
For health related data on the LGBTQ population please see our Community Assessments and Topic Reports. If you have specific data requests, please contact Maia Fulton-Black at maia.fultonblack@chathamcountync.gov.
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.
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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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- 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
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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
- Website with links to services and support around the country
- Email: fap@sfsu.edu
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- 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.
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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.
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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 wellbeing and allows 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
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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
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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
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PFLAG Triangle
- Support groups, educational programs, speakers bureau, and other resources for LGBTQ individuals, parents, families, friends, and allies
- Email: pflagtriangle@gmail.com
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Kelly Jerome, MS, LCMHC, NCC, CCTP, AAT-I
- Works to provide a nonjudgmentally-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
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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
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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
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Pinnacle Family Services
- Evidence-based family-centered treatment
- LGBTQIA allies that work closely with community organizations for additional resources and trainings
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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
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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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The Network/La Red
- 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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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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Pittsboro Pride
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Pittsboro Pride is an annual event held in Pittsboro where members of the LGBTQIA community and allies gather to celebrate the freedom to be ourselves
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Pittsboro Pride Event website: https://sites.google.com/view/pbo-pride/home?authuser=0
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pbopridenc/
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PBOPrideNC/
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.”
- Website: https://sandhillspride.org/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SandhillsPride
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandhillspridenc/
PFLAG LGBTQ+ Glossary
The Safe Zone Project: LGBTQ+ Vocabulary Glossary of Terms
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)