Zelma Higgs helps people facing anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, trauma, and stress.
01About Zelma
Zelma Higgs helps people facing anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, trauma, and stress. She also supports those dealing with parenting challenges, intimacy concerns, ADHD, bipolar mood issues, and questions around identity and LGBT matters. Zelma speaks plainly and aims to make the first step feel manageable for worried people and parents.
She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, and a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, with seven years of professional experience.
Background and approach
Zelma draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations and set small, achievable goals. Sessions focus on what is happening now and what practical steps feel doable for each person. Zelma creates an open, nonjudgmental space to talk through thoughts and feelings.
She encourages direct communication and helps clients name what matters most to them. Work together typically includes identifying patterns, practicing new ways of relating, and trying short exercises between appointments. People who come to Zelma often need help coping with big life changes, caregiver stress, chronic health challenges, or workplace burnout.
She also supports those navigating attachment concerns, blended family dynamics, and sexual expression topics such as BDSM and kink in a respectful way. Her approach is straightforward and collaborative. Zelma helps people break concerns into manageable steps and checks in on progress.
She aims to help clients build skills they can use outside sessions and to celebrate small gains along the way.
02Credentials
- LCMHC (North Carolina)
- License 14902 · expires June 2027
- LPC (Texas)
- License 97388 · expires August 2026
- NPI
- 1184182131 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Zelma lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- LGBT
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
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04Online support
Approaches that guide online sessions
Zelma uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps and skills. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thinking and test new, balanced thoughts to reduce anxiety and low mood; this method is useful for stress, depression, and worry. Another approach focuses on improving relationships through clearer communication and practicing new ways to connect, which can help with intimacy issues and ongoing conflicts.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Zelma collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan based on what is working and what needs to change, so therapy stays practical and relevant.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video lets people read visual cues and have a longer conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat or text messaging can help keep momentum between appointments and offer flexible ways to share updates. These options make it easier to fit counseling into busy days and different routines.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does Zelma help with?
She supports people with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, ADHD, bipolar mood issues, and LGBT related matters.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions are collaborative and down-to-earth. Zelma focuses on practical steps, open conversation, and building small skills clients can use between appointments.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Zelma has seven years of professional work experience helping people navigate stress, life changes, caregiver strain, and related concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds LCMHC and LPC credentials and is licensed in North Carolina, with prior licensure in Texas noted among her credentials.
Which languages are supported and can she work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and communication preferences.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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