Hi, my name is Kit, and it is an honor to give you a glimpse of who I am as a counselor. After 30 plus year in the corporate world, I returned to school to finish up my life long dream of being a counselor. Having raised my own child, step children, and partners children, I felt it was time to pursue something for me. Because I have lost a husband, gained a husband, and then added a partner to my world, I have some unusual exposures in my life that have brought new insight into others, without judgment. My approach to life is to live it fully while being considerate of others and their beliefs. This has been a bonus for me as I finished my Masters in Counseling in Chicago, IL at National Louis University.
During my Master's program, I knew I wanted to do something different than just traditional sit in an office and talk therapy. I was exposed to Equine Assisted Therapy, which is a non-riding therapy, using a solution focused approach. It was a perfect fit for me, and with my continued education I became certified as an Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) provider. I took my years of corporate experience and applied it to opening up my own practice in NC, called Acres of Hope Equine Therapy Services. While doing equine assisted therapy, I also do traditional talk therapy working for a fellow counselor in another county. This keeps me fresh and exposed to many different types of people, both rural and big city cultures.
The type of people I work with are generally dealing with some form of trauma. I work predominantly with teens and young adults in traditional talk therapy and anyone over the age of 6 using equine assisted therapy. Working with first responders has been something I have been involved with since before I graduated. Another very important part of my life has been working with hospice for over 10 years doing palliative and bereavement counseling. Facing end of life issues can be very hard for some and very easy for others, but being a companion on that journey is extremely rewarding.
Regardless of my journey, I would be honored to be a companion in self exploration on yours. Congratulations for taking the first step.... now let the journey begin.
Additional areas of focus: Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Codependency, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NC LCMHC 12365
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Kit has been fabulous. The first therapist who I feel like “gets” me! I have absolutely seen a positive change after seeing her over the past year.
Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Anna for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
I am delighted by my progress and am bolstered by Anna’s guidance. Whenever I bring up something that seems obscure, she is instantly able to provide context for me.
Written on May 07, 2022 after therapy with Anna for 2 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Great sums it up
Written on Apr 10, 2022 after therapy with Anna for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Kit is the best! She’s so kind and easy to talk to but also never afraid to call you out which is exactly what I need lol
Written on Mar 21, 2022 after therapy with Anna for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Anna has been very helpful and always respects my boundaries. She makes an effort to understand me and I feel understood.
Written on Oct 06, 2021 after therapy with Anna for 10 months on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Anna is great! She understands things that most other therapists don’t understand. Highly recommend!
Written on Sep 01, 2021 after therapy with Anna for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd