Parenting therapists in Hickory, North Carolina NC
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Parenting
Groves Counseling Center
Counselor/Therapist, LCMHC-S, LCMHC, LCAS, MDIV
One of the most difficult struggles is "How do I parent my children?" With over 60 years in personal parenting between our counselors we have learned much about how to deal with young children to assisting to navigate our adult children.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Hickory, NC
Online in Hickory, NC North Carolina
Parenting
Maria T. Alonso, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Parenting is not for the faint of heart. In my work with parents, I focus on providing a warm, supportive, and collaborative environment to help them navigate the challenges of parenting in today’s world. I understand that parents face unique pressures and that children and adolescents today encounter complex issues, from social media influences to academic stress. I work closely with parents to use their creativity and imagination in finding engaging and meaningful ways to connect with and support their children. Whether it’s developing more engaging and impactful communication strategies or creating special bonding activities, I help parents explore approaches that resonate with their children and foster positive relationships. Additionally, I assist parents in addressing and healing their own childhood wounds, which can sometimes impact their parenting responses. By working through these personal challenges, parents can approach their roles with greater clarity and empathy, ultimately enhancing their ability to nurture and guide their children more successfully across each unique developmental stage.
29 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC North Carolina
Parenting
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Parenting: The Ultimate Systemic Challenge
Moving from Survival to Connection
Parenting is perhaps the most profound "attachment laboratory" we will ever enter. It has the power to bring up our greatest joys and our deepest "ghosts" from the past. In my practice, I move beyond standard "behavioral tips" to help parents understand the relational system at play. Whether you are navigating the "toddler years," the "teen years," or the complex transition into adult-child relationships, I provide a space to parent with intention rather than reactivity.
Navigating the Modern Parenting System
Today’s parents are facing unprecedented levels of burnout and overwhelmed by "expert" advice. We work together to find your voice in the noise, addressing:
The "Parental Melt Down": Understanding the neurobiology of why we "flip our lids" and learning somatic tools to stay within your Window of Tolerance when your child is out of theirs.
Neurodivergent Parenting: Providing specialized support for parents of neurodivergent children, or for neurodivergent parents themselves, navigating sensory overstimulation and executive functioning demands.
The Cycle of Rejection Sensitivity: Addressing how our own childhood wounds can make a child’s natural independence feel like a personal rejection.
A Research-Backed, Heart-Centered Approach
With over 20 years of experience and a PhD in Child and Family Studies, I integrate high-level theory with practical, everyday application:
Attachment-Based Parenting: Using Attachment Theory to move away from "power struggles" and toward a secure base where your child feels seen, safe, and soothed.
Systems Theory & Family Dynamics: We look at the "hidden" roles everyone plays in the family. How does the stress in the marriage, the workplace, or the social system impact the child’s behavior?
Parenting through Transition: Supporting families through the "big shifts"—divorce, moving, new siblings, or spiritual deconstruction—ensuring the family bond remains resilient.
Supporting the "Helper" Parent
I have a deep commitment to working with therapists and pastors as parents. It is uniquely difficult to hold space for others all day and then come home to the raw, unfiltered demands of a family. I provide a confidential sanctuary where you can take off the "expert" hat and find the support you need to be the parent you want to be.
21 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
Parenting
Kenny Levine
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
Navigating co-parenting amidst challenging circumstances requires specialized support and guidance. As a co-parenting therapist with expertise in mediation, conflict resolution, communication skills training, and child development, I am here to help. My goal is to empower co-parents to prioritize their children's well-being while addressing the difficulties of high-conflict divorce.
In a safe, nonjudgmental space, I facilitate open dialogue and constructive problem-solving, helping co-parents find common ground and implement effective communication strategies. I equip you with tools to manage emotions, set healthy boundaries, and navigate co-parenting challenges with resilience and grace.
Together, we can establish a collaborative co-parenting relationship, promoting stability and emotional security for your children amidst the turmoil of divorce. Let’s work together to create a positive co-parenting environment for your family.
26 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
Parenting
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides trauma-informed counseling for parenting challenges, family stress, and difficulties navigating the emotional and relational demands of raising children in today’s fast-paced and high-pressure world. Many parents feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure how to manage behavior challenges, communication breakdowns, discipline concerns, or emotional disconnection within the family system.
Brad takes a holistic and supportive approach to parenting and family counseling, helping parents understand the underlying stressors, emotional triggers, and relational patterns that may be impacting the home environment. Therapy focuses on creating practical, realistic strategies to improve communication, strengthen connection, reduce conflict, and build a more stable and supportive family dynamic.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-informed counseling, emotional regulation skills, and holistic therapeutic approaches to support both individual healing and healthier family functioning. When appropriate, therapy may also explore how past trauma, stress, or unresolved emotional experiences can influence parenting responses, emotional reactivity, and family relationships.
Parenting challenges often occur in the context of broader life stress, emotional overwhelm, and competing responsibilities. Brad’s approach helps clients develop greater emotional awareness, patience, and regulation while also building effective boundaries, coping strategies, and communication tools that support healthier interactions within the family system.
Therapy is collaborative, practical, and tailored to each family’s unique needs and goals. The focus is on reducing stress, improving relationships, and creating a more peaceful, connected, and emotionally supportive home environment.
The goal of therapy is to help parents feel more confident, grounded, and supported while strengthening family relationships and fostering long-term emotional health, stability, and connection.
28 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
Parenting therapists in Hickory, North Carolina Statistics
Parenting therapists in Hickory, North Carolina average 19 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Family Systems Therapy (44%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (39%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 39% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 29% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Teen |
| 55% | Senior |
| 38% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 39% | Men |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |
| 27% | Black / African American |