Hiram Faircloth, LPC
Compassionate counselor for midlife transitions
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- integrative approach
- LGBTQ affirming
- practical tools
About Hiram
Hiram uses an integrative approach drawn from several evidence-based methods. He blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with person-centered listening and mindfulness techniques to create clear, usable tools for day-to-day life. He also brings developmental ideas into sessions to look at how past experiences shape current choices.
Hiram earned a Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University and an Educational Specialist degree in Clinical Mental Health from Auburn University at Montgomery. He has seven years of experience working in community mental health, a university counseling center, and an inpatient behavioral hospital.
He identifies as an affirming counselor and has focused education supporting LGBTGEQIAP+ people and those involved in BDSM and alternative sex culture. He commonly helps people dealing with career decisions, family of origin issues, fatherhood concerns, and caregiver stress.
In sessions he aims to build practical tools, clarify goals, and reduce symptoms that get in the way of daily life. To begin, people choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Alabama
Languages
English
How therapy approaches guide online work
Hiram draws from Cognitive Behavioral techniques and mindfulness-based practices, and he uses person-centered listening. Cognitive Behavioral methods focus on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and trying small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and low mood. Mindfulness-based practices teach attention and breathing skills to help manage stress and stay grounded during life changes.Person-centered listening means sessions prioritize the client's experience and goals. Hiram treats finding the right combination of techniques as a collaborative process. He will talk with the client about what helps, try different approaches, and adjust plans based on what works for daily life and goals.
Specific session formats are not listed in the therapist's biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or school by removing travel time and offering more flexible scheduling. It can also allow shorter check-ins when days are tight, and it can reduce the need for camera use if someone prefers phone-based conversation. Speak with Hiram during scheduling to agree on a format and cadence that fits practical needs and therapeutic goals.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Hiram help with?
He addresses stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes including midlife transitions. He also works with career questions, isolation, and issues around identity and gender dysphoria.
What is his therapeutic style?
Hiram uses an integrative approach that blends practical techniques with listening and reflection. Sessions often include cognitive strategies, mindfulness, and person-centered conversation to build tools for daily life.
What background does he bring to sessions?
He has seven years of clinical experience across community mental health, a university counseling center, and an inpatient behavioral hospital. That range informs work with a variety of concerns.
What credentials and where is he based?
Hiram holds the LPC credential in Alabama and completed graduate training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Counseling and Psychology at Troy University and Auburn University at Montgomery.
Which languages does he offer sessions in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific session rates should be confirmed during scheduling.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, fill out the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.