Davis Hodge
MSW, LCSWA
(he/him)
Davis uses a relational, person-in-environment approach to empathically connect with clients within the context of their individual lives and experiences.
As a clinical social worker, he offers a unique perspective as a Queer, Trans, Southerner from a working-class background. His therapeutic approach integrates ACT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, and compassion-based therapies.
His Experience
Davis holds a Master of Social Work from UNC Chapel Hill and a Bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies from UNC Greensboro. Prior to his therapy career, he spent a decade in the natural foods industry. During that time, he co-founded a summer camp for Queer and Trans youth from the South, served on the board of directors for the LGBTQ Center of Durham, and facilitated a support group for Trans and Gender Non-Conforming people at the UNC Chapel Hill LGBTQ Center.
Outside of work, Davis enjoys spending time with his family and dear friends and caring for his demanding cats. He enjoys non-fiction books, podcasts, and reality tv. He views laughter as a tool of healing and connection and believes there is always something we can laugh about, even when we are struggling.
Why Davis is a Match
Davis has experience working with clients of many varied identities and orientations, and he works with individuals, couples, or partners. He is knowledgeable about topics such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, sexual and other traumas, desire discrepancies, and communication issues. He also has expertise on the topics of sexual orientation, gender identity, and polyamory/non-monogamy.
Accepted Insurance: Cigna, Aetna, BCBS