Cathleen Hedgecock

Cathleen Hedgecock, LPC, is the founder and lead counselor at Clearer Minds Counseling and Consulting, PLLC, in Albemarle, North Carolina, and serves as an Adjunct Instructor at Randolph Community College. She is a highly skilled mental health professional with extensive experience supporting individuals and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. Her client-centered approach integrates evidence-based therapies with compassion, practical strategies, and a focus on personal growth, empowering clients to achieve meaningful and lasting change.

In her counseling practice, Cathleen is known for cultivating strong therapeutic relationships grounded in trust, empathy, and understanding. She draws upon her formal training in acceptance-based therapies, trauma-focused interventions, and holistic counseling methods to provide individualized care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Her professional expertise, combined with life experience, enables her to guide clients through complex challenges with resilience, insight, and hope.

As an Adjunct Instructor at Randolph Community College, Cathleen brings her clinical experience into the classroom, mentoring and educating the next generation of mental health professionals. She is committed to professional development and actively engages with the broader counseling community through organizations such as the American Counseling Association and the National Institute of Mental Health. Her work reflects a dedication not only to client care but also to advancing the field of mental health through education, advocacy, and ongoing learning.

• Montreat College - MA

• Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
• Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist
• Certified Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Certified Substance Use Supervisor Intern

• Hospice of Stanley County