Kimberly Harshaw, LCMHC
Compassionate counselor helping adults manage mood and stress
Book with Kimberly- Years in practice
- 7
- Credentials
- LCMHC
- Licensed in
- North Carolina
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Grief
- Focus
- Anger management
About Kimberly
Kimberly Harshaw is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) based in North Carolina with seven years of direct experience. She focuses on helping adults manage depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and adjustment to loss. Kimberly also supports people coping with chronic pain and the emotional strain that comes with long-term health issues.
Her approach is warm and straightforward. She listens first, then works with each person to set realistic goals.
Background and approach
Sessions aim to build practical skills for day-to-day life, like managing stress, improving sleep, and handling intense emotions. Kimberly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to tailor care to what each person needs. She commonly integrates methods that teach new ways to think about problems, manage overwhelming feelings, and change long-standing patterns.
The work is collaborative, with clear steps and homework when that helps progress. She emphasizes respect and compassion and aims to create a steady, nonjudgmental space. Kimberly encourages clients to pace the work to what feels manageable and to focus on small, meaningful changes.
Clients who want flexible options can choose phone, video, chat, or text-based messaging for sessions. The intake process begins with a short questionnaire and scheduling that fits the client’s availability.
What Kimberly works with
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- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
Therapeutic approaches and online options that fit your life
Kimberly commonly uses cognitive behavior approaches that help people notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. These methods often include practical exercises and homework that address symptoms like low mood, worry, and sleep disruption.She also draws on techniques from dialectical behavior approaches that teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. These tools are useful for managing strong emotions, reducing conflict, and building steadier daily routines.
Finding the right approach is a team effort. Kimberly discusses options with each client, matches techniques to current goals, and adjusts plans over time. The process is collaborative so the plan reflects the person’s needs and pace.
Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls allow a fuller conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging works for quick check-ins or ongoing support between live sessions. These formats help fit therapy into work breaks, caregiving schedules, and busy days while keeping consistent progress toward goals.
Questions people ask about Kimberly
What concerns does Kimberly help address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, grief, anger, bipolar and depression, as well as relationship and intimacy-related issues and eating concerns.
What is her general therapy style?
Kimberly uses a compassionate, goal-focused style that emphasizes listening and practical skills for everyday life.
What is her experience background?
She has seven years of clinical experience working with a range of mental health and pain-related issues.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds the LCMHC credential and practices from North Carolina.
Which languages and international availability are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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