
John Kihm
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)
John is a dedicated licensed therapist who helps clients build resilience and emotional balance through DBT-informed strategies.
As a therapist, John believes that asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. Fueled by a deep sense of purpose, John strives to create a collaborative, culturally inclusive, and therapeutically effective space tailored to each client’s unique needs. John started his counseling journey at UNC Charlotte, where he graduated with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2024. There, he deepened his passion for counseling psychology and found his calling in working with adults in outpatient settings. John uses a combination of techniques, drawing from person-centered, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, and strength-based techniques to meet you where you are and walk with you through the process of creating positive life changes. Outside of work, John enjoys hitting the gym, cooking, playing guitar, and spending quality time with his lovely wife and their two dogs.
Practice hours (EDT)
Accepts new patients after hospitalization for
- Self-harming behavior
- Suicidal intent or a plan
- Escalating reckless or impulsive behavior
- Suicide attempt
- Severe emotional stress or trauma
Adjusts scheduling to accommodate new clients after their hospitalization.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Abuse
- Academic Concerns
- Aging
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality
- Burnout
- Career
- Cognitive Functioning
- Conflict Resolution
- Dependent Personality
- Depression
- Grief and Loss
- Life Transitions
- Loneliness/Isolation
- Men's Issues
- Peer Difficulties
- Perfectionism
- Personal Growth
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Harm
- Social Anxiety
- Suicidal Ideation
Age groups
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
- Seniors (65 or older)
Location
Remote options
- Voice
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – North Carolina
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – North Carolina
- Medcost – North Carolina
- Single case agreement
- In-network insurance
- Out-of-pocket
- I offer a free consultation
Credentials
Licenses
LCMHC Associate License
North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors
A20903, North Carolina
Qualified Supervisor
QS133093, North Carolina