Megan Gourd, LCSWA, Charlotte, NC | Psychotherapist

About Megan Gourd

Focus areas

Anger Management

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Men's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Art Therapy

Emotionally Focused

Attachment-based

Family Systems

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Megan Gourd

Megan Gourd, LCSW-Associate, helps children, adolescents, teens, adults, and older adults navigate emotional and behavioral challenges with compassion, practical support, and evidence-based therapy. Serving patients across North Carolina through LifeStance Health, she creates a welcoming environment where individuals and families can build insight, strengthen coping skills, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. Her clinical approach is centered on collaboration and individualized care. Megan works with a wide range of mental health concerns, with particular experience treating anxiety, ADHD, and depression, while also supporting patients facing grief, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, school avoidance, childhood behavior issues, and life transitions. She provides both individual therapy and family therapy, helping patients identify strengths, overcome obstacles, and develop healthier patterns for daily living. Her therapeutic style draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), while incorporating additional evidence-based interventions when appropriate. Megan is especially passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and teens who are struggling with ADHD, anxiety, and childhood behavioral challenges. She understands the unique pressures young people face at home, in school, and in social settings, and she partners closely with families to foster resilience, improve communication, and create practical strategies that support healthy development. Her work is focused on helping young patients gain confidence, develop emotional regulation skills, and thrive both academically and personally. She believes that effective therapy starts with trust, respect, and genuine connection. Megan works to ensure that every patient feels heard and understood, tailoring treatment plans to each person’s goals, experiences, and strengths.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Office location

Megan Gourd, LCSWA also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - North Carolina

14819 Ballantyne Village Way, Charlotte, NC 28277

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - North Carolina

Education and training

Appalachian State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1407730864

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Megan Gourd?

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Is Megan Gourd accepting new patients?

Megan Gourd generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Megan Gourd's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What practice does Megan Gourd work with?

Megan Gourd works with LifeStance Health - North Carolina.

Where is Megan Gourd's office located?

Megan Gourd has 2 office locations in Charlotte, view full addresses on Megan Gourd's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Megan Gourd?

Megan Gourd frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Megan Gourd on their profile.