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Heather Lockey, LCSW

Support for anxiety, trauma, and life transitions
  • Strengths-based perspective
  • Eclectic therapy approach
  • Welcomes teens and LGBTQA+

About Heather Lockey

Heather Lockey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina with 8 years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. She works with clients navigating stress and anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and other concerns that can make daily life feel overwhelming.

Her style is grounded in the belief that each person is the expert on their own story and already carries strengths that can be built upon in therapy. Heather takes an eclectic approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-focused and trauma-informed care, Solution-Focused work, Motivational Interviewing, and additional methods as appropriate. This flexible, individualized way of working helps therapy stay aligned with what each client is facing and what they want to change.

Heather welcomes teens and members of the LGBTQA+ community, and she aims to provide steady support as clients take meaningful steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Heather Lockey have?

Heather Lockey has 8 years of professional experience providing therapy and support.

Is Heather Lockey a licensed therapist?

Yes. Heather Lockey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina. License: NC LCSW C012291.

In which languages does Heather Lockey provide therapy?

Heather Lockey provides therapy in English.

Where is Heather Lockey located?

Heather Lockey is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Heather Lockey as my therapist?

You can work with Heather Lockey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.

Does Heather Lockey work with international clients?

No. Heather Lockey does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Heather Lockey cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based 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 the most up-to-date pricing, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.

Practical Therapy Tools, Designed for Online Support

Heather Lockey draws from evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online care. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another, then practicing new skills that can help with concerns like stress, anxiety, and depression. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes making room for difficult internal experiences while clarifying personal values, so clients can take steps toward the life they want even when challenges show up. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) builds practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful when life feels intense or relationships feel strained.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Heather collaborates with clients to understand what is bringing them to therapy, what goals matter most, and what style of support feels workable. From there, sessions can blend strategies in a way that fits the client rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online therapy can make it easier to stay consistent with support, whether sessions happen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can help clients fit therapy into busy schedules, continue care during life transitions, and access support from the comfort of home.

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