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Hope Kicklighter

Therapist(She, They)
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a sex therapy–informed professional! Something I'm passionate about is working with individuals and couples (throuples, quads, etc) exploring relationship dynamics, identity, and connection in all forms. This includes LGBTQIA+, asexuality, gender diversity, polyamory, ENM, BDSM/kink, etc. I also have extensive experience helping people who feel caught in cycles of anxiety—whether that shows up as panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, OCD patterns, hypochondria, or constant overthinking. A big part of my work is helping people feel more comfortable in their own skin. That might mean quieting anxiety, understanding your reactions, or simply having a place where you can say the things you’ve been holding in without worrying about how they’ll be received.

My approach to therapy

Whether you're processing past experiences, managing overwhelming emotions, or trying to better understand yourself, we’ll move at a pace that feels safe and supportive for you. I aim to create a space that feels real, affirming, and free of judgment- just genuine connection, curiosity, and respect.

What you can expect from me

If you're looking for therapy that feels like you're talking to a real person and having a genuine human connection, you're in the right place! Sessions with me are relaxed and conversational, with plenty of space for authenticity, humor, and quirks. Whether you’re navigating something unconventional, feeling stuck in patterns that don’t make sense, or questioning how you show up with others, you deserve a space where you don’t have to explain or justify who you are. My approach is real, warm, and collaborative. I’m not here to overanalyze you or sit quietly while you struggle to find the right words. I’ll meet you where you are and help you make sense of what’s going on so you can feel safe and at home in your own body.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Baylor University
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (District Of Columbia)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Depression, OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English