

Headway makes mental healthcare accessible across Hickory neighborhoods by working directly with your Cigna insurance to reduce costs. Average clients save 75% on sessions, with copays starting at $0, and many providers offer free initial consultations to find your ideal match.
I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety. depression, trauma, and disconnect in their relationships. I am a trauma focused clinician and work to meet clients where they are in their mental health journey.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience
working in the field of mental health. I am also a Registered Nurse. I have a passion for
assisting people who seek relief from any type of trauma or PTSD, and desire to help those
with any chronic emotional or physical pain, anxiety, depression, difficulties at work or with relationship
stress. I obtained my Master’s degree in Counseling/Community Psychology from Marist College.
I believe every individual has the capacity and courage to learn, grow, and make positive choices for their present and future. Throughout my career, I have worked with people to strengthen mental health, improve academic and professional performance, and build skills for long-term success. I continued to be humbled by the determination people have to tackle challenges and hardships to improve their quality of life.
I'm Joellen Rhyndress, LCSW, and I specialize in working with veterans, first responders, and executives — and I genuinely love this work. I'm trained in EMDR and have spent years as a trauma expert, particularly around critical incidents and life-disrupting events. I've worked with over 250 clients and I understand your world, your culture, and what it takes to finally ask for help.
I have been counseling since graduating from CALU in 2014. My clients have been in varied settings including groups, individual and couple. I use a trauma-informed approach and utilize evidence based practice.
Hello, and welcome. My name is Christina. Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, I have called North Carolina my home for most of my life. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor and Certified Career Services Provider with extensive experience in helping people like you navigate life’s challenges. Since becoming a counselor in 2009, I have had the privilege of working with adults facing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, family dynamics, and transitions in life and work.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over three years of outpatient therapy experience who works with teens and adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I believe therapy should feel supportive, practical, and tailored to you. Reaching out can be the hardest part, so I’m really glad you’re here. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and able to handle what life throws your way.



Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.