Local Therapy & Clinical Services

Catawba Valley Healthcare (CVH):

Provides comprehensive outpatient therapy for teens. They also offer the MORES (Mobile Outreach, Response, Engagement, and Stabilization) program, which is a specialized crisis intervention for youth ages 5–21.

  • Hickory Clinic: (828) 695-5900
  • Crisis Hotline: (828) 695-2511

Monarch (Catawba County):

Offers "Open Access" for same-day mental health assessments. They operate the SECU Youth Crisis Center, which provides intensive support for young people experiencing a mental health crisis.

  • Contact: (866) 272-7826

Apogee Behavioral Medicine:

Located in Hickory, they provide pediatric and adolescent therapy, medication management, and specialized care for ADHD, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ youth.

  • Contact: (828) 630-7516

The Cognitive Connection:

Offers specialized adolescent services, including assessments, individual and family counseling, and evidence-based group therapy like life skills and CBT.

  • Contact: (828) 256-3436

Cornerstone Counseling Center:

A non-profit providing individual and group counseling for adolescents with a focus on holistic well-being.

  • Contact: (828) 322-4941

Online & Virtual Resources

Talkspace (NC Youth Initiative):

North Carolina offers free online therapy for teens (ages 13-17) through Talkspace. Teens can sign up using the keyword 'ncyouth' to access messaging therapy and self-guided tools via the Talkspace Go app.

Handspring Health:

Provides virtual-first therapy specifically for children and teens in North Carolina, often matching families with a therapist within 48 hours.

Support Inc.:

Offers community-based services and telehealth counseling specifically for youth and families in Catawba County.

  • Contact: (704) 865-3525

Immediate Crisis Support (24/7)

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for confidential support.

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor.

Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth): Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678.