Dabney Hayes, LPCC, LPC
Integrative therapist for healing and growth
- Trauma and addiction support
- Family and relationship work
- Stress and anxiety care
About Dabney Hayes
Dabney Hayes is a licensed counselor who focuses on helping people move past shame, addiction, perfectionism, trauma, grief, and low self-esteem to build more authentic and resilient lives. She works with individuals who struggle with dysfunctional behaviors rooted in self-loathing or long-standing wounds, guiding them to reshape their relationship with thoughts and emotions and to pursue meaningful, values-driven change.
With experience providing therapy in both individual and group settings, she supports people navigating everyday stressors such as relationship conflict, family difficulties, parenting challenges, work and school pressures, anxiety, depression, anger, and related concerns. She has worked with children, adolescents, young adults, and families, offering compassionate, nonjudgmental care that recognizes each person's unique history and strengths.
Dabney practices from an integrative, client-centered orientation that draws from multiple evidence-based methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She holds LPCC and LPC credentials - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor - and combines clinical tools with empathy to help people heal, grow, and live with greater confidence. She invites those ready to explore change to consider working together toward practical, sustainable progress.
With experience providing therapy in both individual and group settings, she supports people navigating everyday stressors such as relationship conflict, family difficulties, parenting challenges, work and school pressures, anxiety, depression, anger, and related concerns. She has worked with children, adolescents, young adults, and families, offering compassionate, nonjudgmental care that recognizes each person's unique history and strengths.
Dabney practices from an integrative, client-centered orientation that draws from multiple evidence-based methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She holds LPCC and LPC credentials - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor - and combines clinical tools with empathy to help people heal, grow, and live with greater confidence. She invites those ready to explore change to consider working together toward practical, sustainable progress.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
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 LPCC and LPC credentials. License details are CA LPCC 21269 and CO LPC 0016842.
In which languages does Dabney Hayes provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dabney Hayes located?
She 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, 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.
Approaches for Online Healing and Growth
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build actions that align with those values, even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present. It is useful for anxiety, depression, avoidance, and struggles with motivation.
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current patterns of connection, trust, and intimacy. It can be helpful for relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, attachment issues, and family dynamics.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. It is often applied to anxiety, mood challenges, and stress-related problems.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dabney Hayes works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative exploration helps tailor care so clients feel engaged and supported as they try new strategies.
Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to connect from different locations. These formats support continuity of care and give people options to choose the interaction style that feels most comfortable and effective for them.