The first step is to schedule a 20-minute consultation where time is set aside to answer your questions and help determine if working together is an ideal fit for your needs. Consultation calls are self-scheduled through the website by clicking “Book Free Consultation.”

Cindy Lineberger, LCSW, Founder and Therapist with Seeds of Hope Counseling PLLC is located at 231 13th AVE PL NW, Suite A, Hickory NC 28601. Seeds of Hope Counseling PLLC is nestled near downtown Hickory and is about 15 minutes from both HWY 321 and I-40. Our office is accessible from upper parking area and is on entry level.

Services focus on working with women navigating anxiety and perfectionism, relationship concerns and people-pleasing patterns, and therapists and helping professionals seeking their own support. Additional areas of focus include burnout, life transitions, and sexual wellness. Care is individualized from an integrative lens, and tailored based on a comprehensive clinical assessment.

Our practice does not accept insurance or EAP plans.

This allows us to offer care that is truly individualized, holistic, and paced around you—not limited by insurance requirements or pre-set treatment models. It also protects your privacy, as insurance often requires a diagnosis and ongoing reporting about your care.

Many of the women I work with are looking for a deeper, more personalized approach—especially when past solutions haven’t fully helped. Working outside of insurance gives us the space to do that kind of work thoughtfully and at the right pace.

The initial comprehensive clinical assessment fee is $250 and includes prior review of intake forms and completion of diagnostic measures. This allows the first session to be more informed and focused, rather than a cold introduction.

The standard fee is $195 for a 50-minute session. Payment is due at the time of service and can be made using a credit card, debit card, HSA, or FSA card. Seeds of Hope Counseling PLLC is a self-pay practice and is not in-network with insurance plans.

Clients who choose to seek out-of-network (OON) benefits may request a monthly superbill for submission to their insurance. Claims are not submitted on your behalf. If additional documentation is requested for OON purposes, administrative fees may apply.

Cindy Lineberger is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina (C006722) with a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the University of South Carolina and a Bachelor’s in Social Work from Appalachian State University.

Her work is informed by advanced training in trauma and integrative mental health, including Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Complex Trauma (CCTP/CCTP-II). Additional areas of focus include women’s mental health, reproductive mental health, sexual wellness, and functional approaches to mental health to include nutrition for mental health.

She also holds certifications as a Board Certified Sexologist (ABS), Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (CSTIP), Certified Mindfulness Informed Professional (CMIP), and Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP).

Yes. In-person therapy sessions are available at the Hickory, North Carolina office location. Sessions are offered Tuesday through Friday, with Saturday appointments available upon request between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Both in-person and online options are offered to support flexibility, privacy, and continuity of care and can be scheduled directly through your client portal.

Yes. Online therapy services are available to women living throughout North Carolina. With decades of experience and specialized training in women’s mental health, care is tailored to the unique needs, stressors, and life transitions women often navigate. Telehealth sessions are offered via video or phone based on our client’s needs and request.

Online therapy sessions are held through a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. You will receive a private link prior to your appointment and can join from your phone, tablet, or computer. In addition to video, phone sessions are also offered on a limited basis based on the unique needs of our clients. This allows women throughout North Carolina to access consistent, specialized mental health care without needing to travel.

The first appointment is a comprehensive clinical assessment. Prior to scheduling, your client portal chart must be completed, including intake forms, measures, and required policies and procedures.

During this session, we will review your submitted information, discuss your history, and clarify your current concerns. This allows the session to be focused and clinically informed rather than a brief introduction. This appointment is used to determine whether services at Seeds of Hope Counseling PLLC are an appropriate fit and to establish a clear starting point for care.

The length of therapy varies based on your needs, goals, and preferences. Some clients attend for a specific concern over a shorter period, while others choose longer-term support.

During the initial phase of treatment, weekly sessions are typically recommended to support consistency and progress. As we move forward, sessions may transition to biweekly once we both agree it is appropriate. Monthly sessions are generally reserved for maintenance after treatment goals have been met.

Under federal law, clients who are not using insurance have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate outlining the expected cost of services. This estimate is provided prior to the start of services and can be updated upon request.