Dabney Hayes, LPCC, LPC

Integrative therapist focused on healing

Stress and anxiety
Trauma and family
LGBT and relationships

About Dabney Hayes

Dabney Hayes, LPCC, LPC, brings 14 years of clinical experience supporting people facing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. She works with issues that often arise from shame, addiction, self-loathing, low self-esteem, perfectionism, trauma and abuse, and grief and loss, helping clients develop healthier relationships with their thoughts and emotions. As an integrative, client-centered therapist, she draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.

Dabney has offered therapy in both individual and group settings and has experience with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. She also helps people manage everyday stressors including relationship difficulties, family conflict, parenting concerns, work or school challenges, anxiety, depression, and anger. Her approach emphasizes compassionate, non-judgmental support alongside practical strategies so clients can build resilience and move toward more authentic, confident living.

Licensed as an LPCC and an LPC - LPCC meaning Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and LPC meaning Licensed Professional Counselor - Dabney combines clinical training with empathy to help clients heal, grow, and pursue their goals at a pace that fits their lives.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse DepressionCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dabney Hayes have?

Dabney Hayes has 14 years of experience as a therapist.

Is Dabney Hayes a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LPCC and LPC. License details are CA LPCC 21269 and CO LPC 0016842.

In which languages does Dabney Hayes provide therapy?

Dabney Hayes provides therapy in English.

Where is Dabney Hayes located?

Dabney Hayes is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Dabney Hayes as my therapist?

You can work with Dabney Hayes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dabney Hayes work with international clients?

Yes, Dabney Hayes works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dabney Hayes cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then move toward values-driven action; it is often useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns influence current connections and emotional responses, which can be helpful for relationship concerns, attachment issues, and trauma-related difficulties. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress while building practical coping skills.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dabney Hayes works collaboratively with each person to identify what methods best match their goals, preferences, and needs. She tailors interventions over time so therapy remains responsive and effective.

Online therapy with Dabney offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations while still receiving structured therapeutic support.

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