LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Hickory, NC
Browse LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Hickory, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
LGBTQ+
Debra Zand
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Welcome to a safe, affirming space. I provide specialized, non-judgmental therapy for LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families that focuses on resilience, self-discovery, and navigating unique challenges. Whether you are exploring identity, dealing with stress, or seeking support for everyday life, I am here to help you thrive as your authentic self.
26 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
LGBTQ+
Heather Avery Grant
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I love working with members of my own community! I’m a queer cis/nb person who is kink/poly-inclined and personally experienced in open and monogamous relationships, long term marriage, divorce, second chances, etc. I'm not confused or unsettled by any consensual attraction or relationship configuration. Wherever you are in your process - out for decades or just figuring things out - I welcome you!
4 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
LGBTQ+
Cameron Staley
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I love working with individuals in exploring their identity and fostering a greater sense of who they are.
14 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I provide affirming support for LGBTQ+ individuals exploring identity, relationships, and life transitions. Together, we address challenges such as coming out, family dynamics, discrimination, and self-acceptance while strengthening resilience, authenticity, and emotional well-being. My approach is inclusive, compassionate, and grounded in creating a safe space for clients to live fully as themselves.
16 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
LGBTQIA+ identities are often treated as something to analyze or explain—but for many people, the real challenge is navigating a world that doesn’t consistently feel safe, affirming, or understanding. Whether you’re exploring your identity, coming out, navigating relationships, or dealing with family, cultural, or religious dynamics, there’s often a lot to hold. Experiences of discrimination, invisibility, or having to constantly assess safety can take a real toll—especially when you’re expected to keep functioning as if it’s not happening.
At Nour Counseling, our care is explicitly affirming—not neutral, not “tolerant,” but actively supportive and celebratory of who you are. Most of our clinicians identify as LGBTQIA+ themselves, which means you’re not starting from a place of having to explain or justify your experience. We prioritize helping you build a sense of belonging—within yourself, in your relationships, and in the spaces you move through. We also address the impact of religious messaging or trauma that may have shaped how you see yourself, creating space to unpack and redefine those experiences on your own terms. Along the way, we name the broader systems and narratives that impact LGBTQIA+ individuals, so you’re not internalizing something that was never yours to carry. This is a space where you can show up as you are and focus on building a life that actually fits.
9 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Hickory, NC Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Hickory, NC average 15 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (43%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (38%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 34% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 32% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 85% | LGBTQ+ |
| 66% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 37% | Black / African American |
| 33% | Military / Veterans |