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Justin McKinney

MS, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC Justin McKinney
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available next week
Specializes in: Men's Issues, Trauma, Addiction, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+,
In network with BlueCross and BlueShield, Aetna, United Healthcare

Introduction

Perhaps you're noticing something feels off, or that you haven't been yourself lately - maybe most of your life. Questioning your direction or maybe even who you really are. Societal narratives, trauma, unhealthy relationships, and more can make existing in an authentic way a genuinely difficult process. We bury ourselves to make others happy, and follow paths that are not our own because everyone else insists it's the only direction. Trying to manage this discordance can result in addiction, anxiety, burnout, and emotional dysregulation. But we don't have to live this way. While finding your own rhythm can certainly be challenging, it's a process that I undoubtedly believe is worth the effort. My practice is geared to provide trauma informed, intersectional, and holistic care. My aim as a therapist is to help my clients become more in tune with their mind, body, and spirit so as to provide a better foundation for getting to know their authentic self - outside of the expectations, values, and norms set by others, and working with their system and its response to trauma. It is my belief that relationships heal. I am here to provide a safe therapeutic alliance that invites connection, vulnerability, as well as curious exploration! The therapist and client relationship is one that is collaborative, and I meet my clients where they are in order to create a path forward together. I would love to hear from you.

GENDER Male
PRONOUNS He/Him/His
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • Military/Veterans
  • Recovery
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Feminism

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Justin McKinney accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Aetna
  • United Healthcare

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Intake Assessment $150
  • 60 Minute Individual Session $100

Locations

Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28401-4291
Home Office
Wilmington, NC 28401-3437
Want a Telehealth appointment?

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Counseling Psychology - University of North Georgia
  • Bachelor's Degree, Psychology - Georgia Southern University

Certifications

  • EMDR
  • Trauma
  • Addiction/Substance Abuse
  • Motivational Interviewing

Professional Affiliations

  • American Counseling Association (ACA)

FAQ

Is Justin McKinney accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Justin McKinney is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Justin McKinney also offers a free consultation.
Does Justin McKinney offer telehealth appointments? Justin McKinney does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Justin McKinney specialize in? Justin McKinney specializes in the following areas: Addiction, Alcohol Use, Anxiety, Communication Issues, Depression, Gambling, Gender Identity, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Mindfulness, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Social Anxiety, Spirituality and Religion, Stress, Trauma, and Work Stress.
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