Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

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Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST (he, him)

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122 Gateway Blvd C Mooresville, NC 28117

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I am an advocate for empowering secret-holders to let go of their burdens to create new freedom. Whether it's dealing with the shame of substance abuse issues, fear surrounding sexual identity concerns, underlying dread from childhood traumas, or ongoing guilt of "forgotten crimes" from the past. I offer a safe space to put your story to rest. Working together, we create a new story that gives you authenticity, community, and possibility.

I combine 5 years of experience with substance abuse counseling with 9 years of experience collaborating with people confronted by childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, and other diagnoses. I specialize in interpersonal communication skills, (parent/child employee/employer spouse/partner). I enjoy working with couples.

I have a special interest in helping couples communicate better, especially in complex situations such as faith, sex, and substances. I also am an advocate for LGBTQ individuals, specifically when they have conflicts with their faith backgrounds.

Call or Email Stephen McAlister now for a free 15 minute consultation - (828) 759-5160

My Practice at a Glance

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LifeStance Health

122 Gateway Blvd C

Mooresville, NC 28117 map

(828) 759-5160

My website

Please send me an email if you're interested in working with me. I may have more online spaces available than are scheduled if you call.

I specialize in Sex Therapy, Veterans and Life Transitions

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

How can I help change your story? Relationship struggles, substance abuse secrets, or identity issues may require support at times.

Let's Connect (828) 759-5160

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

LifeStance Health

122 Gateway Blvd C

Mooresville, NC 28117 map

(828) 759-5160

My website

Please send me an email if you're interested in working with me. I may have more online spaces available than are scheduled if you call.

I specialize in Sex Therapy, Veterans and Life Transitions

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

How can I help change your story? Relationship struggles, substance abuse secrets, or identity issues may require support at times.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $180
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
BlueCross and BlueShield
Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance
HealthGram /Primary Physicians Care
Humana
Magellan
MedCost
MultiPlan
Optum
TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

I work with several insurances through LifeStance Health at (704) 360-3637. (Before you call, please contact me first through email, so I can create a space in my schedule and let the administrator know you want to see me!)

Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 759-5160

Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 759-5160

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 8706 Stephen McAlister

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 16 years

Attended Lenoir Rhyne University, Graduated 2010

Additional Credentials

Membership with AASECT: The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists Stephen Paul McAlister LCMHC, LCAS / 2025

I am a mental health and relationship therapist who is trauma-informed, couples-focused, faith-story-sensitive, LGBTQ supportive and a SA-experienced therapist. In the past 16 years, I worked with over 200 couples as a Gottman-trained therapist. I am now AASECT-certified for clinical sex therapy.

Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 759-5160

Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 759-5160

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Sex Therapy
Veterans
Life Transitions

Expertise

ADHD
Anger Management
Anxiety
Body Image
Cancer
Coping Skills
Cross-cultural communication
Depression
Dual Diagnosis
Family Conflict
Family issues
Grief
LGBTQ+
Mood Disorders
Polyamory & ENM
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
Spirituality
Stress
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD

Most clients seek my support for improving communication issues and intimacy concerns with a partner. I've worked with over 200 couples as a Gottman-trained Couples Therapist and many more individual clients as a "Relationship Coach" for tough conversations about intimacy, substance abuse, spiritual struggles, sex, and even separation/divorce. LGBT issues and faith issues are both welcome.

Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 759-5160

Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 759-5160

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent

I also speak

Conversational Spanish (beginning/intermediate)

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent

I also speak

Conversational Spanish (beginning/intermediate)

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Clinical Sex Therapy
Coaching
Compassion Focused
Family / Marital
Gottman Method
Imago
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Interpersonal
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural
Narrative
Person-Centered
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based

I love helping couples improve intimacy and basic communication skills so they have consistently happier lives together. I am Gottman-trained, but also use CBT, Solution-focused Brief Therapy, IFST, and Narrative Therapy to reinforce joyful moments. I am also a Certified Sex Therapist. I practice gently facing tough issues around ADHD. I am honored to work with Veterans. Individuals welcome.

Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 759-5160

Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (828) 759-5160

Location

Primary Location

LifeStance Health

122 Gateway Blvd C

Mooresville, NC 28117

(828) 759-5160

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Counties

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Please send me an email if you're interested in working with me. I may have more online spaces available than are scheduled if you call.

Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

Call for a free consultation now - (828) 759-5160

Please send me an email if you're interested in working with me. I may have more online spaces available than are scheduled if you call.

Stephen McAlister

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CST

Call for a free consultation now - (828) 759-5160

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