Life is not easy, and I know that finding the right therapist can be hard. However, I strive to provide you with a positive and relaxed therapy experience through active listening, empathy, support and respect. Together, we will explore only the issues that you feel are important to your personal mental health journey. We'll find effective coping skills that you can use in your everyday life to better manage negative thoughts and upsetting emotions. I want you to be able to end each therapy session feeling supported, heard, and more confident and empowered to take control of whatever stressors life is throwing at you right now. I am actively licensed in the United States as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC). I hold a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Counseling. I have 15+ years of experience in the mental health field and am in my late 30's, married, and a mother. I have worked in a wide array of diverse behavioral health settings, including outpatient, residential, academic and school settings, community settings and most recently in a behavioral health hospital and psychiatric emergency department. I have experience working with individuals of all ages and with a variety of diagnoses, including mood & anxiety disorders, substance abuse, personality disorders, trauma and abuse, and supporting parents of kids and teens with developmental delays and ASD diagnoses, just to name just a few. I am also open to both secular counseling or counseling from a religious or spiritual perspective. I primarily utilize a cognitive-behavioral (CBT), Interpersonal (IPT) and person-centered approach to therapy. I aim to help you find your own solutions by examining how our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected and also focusing on any interpersonal challenges in your life. I seek to create a comfortable, non-judgmental environment where you maintain control of what is discussed, what goals are identified, and also what therapy approaches are utilized in sessions. In addition, I want to help find practical and healthy coping strategies that will work best for you personally; this might include how to stop the constant loop of negative thoughts often associated with depression and anxiety, or identifying ways to gain increased confidence around others and stop self-loathing. I also commonly utilize DBT, EFT, and ACT therapy strategies, as well as other modalities to help you learn effective ways to regulate difficult emotions. ****COMMUNICATION & THERAPY PREFERENCES: In addition to 24/7 unlimited messaging, I am available for weekly text-based chat sessions. I am temporarily not able to offer video-based sessions or phone calls, but I plan to resume these modes of therapy in the coming months. Therefore, I would encourage you to seek out another counselor if you are in need of weekly video or phone appointments at this time. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. I assure you that your sessions will be confidential and in compliance with the ethical standards set forth by the American Counseling Association. I would be honored to work with you during this important time in your life. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns. I want to support you in any way that I can, and I look forward to meeting you and beginning our work together!

Hi! Welcome to BetterHelp! I'm Jane. Congratulations on taking this step toward personal understanding and growth! It takes wisdom to identify that you could benefit from a professional's insight and assistance. It takes even more courage to actually reach out. Thank you for allowing me to be the person you trust. I'm an LCSW licensed in North Carolina. My education began with a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from UNLV. My MSSW came from University of Tennessee. My counseling work began in Memphis, TN and over the years I have worked with a wide variety of people ranging from children to geriatrics. The types of issues I have expertise in is also quite varied. From sexual assault to depression and anxiety to chronic mental illness to hospice, I've done it. The first thing of importance in counseling is developing a trusting rapport. If you are not comfortable, it's hard to engage and make progress. My general approach to therapy is one of figuring out what fits my client's needs. I don't fit you into my style; I make the style and intervention fit YOU. I’m a firm believer that the success of therapy is not that a therapist “fixes you” or tells you what to do. It is about a relationship focused on discovery and solutions. You are the expert of your life and it is up to you, with my guidance and support, to implement changes that will bring you to a more satisfying place in life. I want YOU to feel the pride of success in overcoming these challenges. You can do this!! I very much look forward to walking this road with you.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. I have worked within the mental health field since 1998. I received a Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology from the University of West Alabama in 2008 and I have been working as a counselor for 9 years. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, autism, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation, panic disorder, parent-child relationship issues. I view counseling as a forum for acceptance and understanding that serves to facilitate and foster change. To some, counseling is a means to a positive end, which may be as simple as using the counselor as a sounding board or a way around a roadblock in life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the basic theoretical foundation of my work. CBT emphasizes the idea that a person will experience difficulties in life, based on perceptions of the events that have occurred. I tailor my sessions based on the needs of my client(s), utilizing a collaborative approach from different models. I thank you for considering me to support you with reaching your goals. I look forward to working with you.

I am a a licensed counselor in North Carolina, and have been practicing for 18 years. I have worked with adults in higher education settings and private practice. Common topics include disability related topics, wide variety of mental health concerns, and career related topics. I provide counseling specific to disability related issues such as diversity, adjustment, and legal obligations/requirements specific to ADA law. In my work with mental health counseling, common topics of focus are on stress management, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, domestic violence, communication, work-life balance, general life skills, and academic success skills. I have more limited experience with career counseling, but do facilitate career counseling and am qualified to provide supervision from this perspective. I am certified to administer Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and other career inventories. My primary theories of practice most commonly include Solution-Focused techniques and Cognitive Behavioral strategies. I focus on the strengths within the client, promote empowerment, assist clients in exploring the answers within themselves, and utilize a strength-based approach and assignments. In line with CBT, I often assignment home work to clients in an effort to link sessions and continue work outside of our individual or group sessions. I also use role-play as a common strategy in session as well as exploring patterns of irrational or unhelpful thinking. I often utilize hand-outs for clients to illustrate various topics as well as serve as a resource for clients outside of therapy sessions. My counseling style is warm, collaborative and interactive. I treat all clients with respect, compassion and unconditional positive regard. I place high value on empowering clients and meeting clients where they are. I will individualize the treatment plan based on the goals explored and established with the client. Making the decision to attend counseling takes courage. Everyone deserve to be happy and healthy. Doing the work in counseling is worth the effort to achieve a better way of life. I'm ready to assist and support you in this journey.

Hello and Welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina; and have over 15 years of experience in the mental health and academic (higher education) setting. My primary experience within these settings includes academic, personal, and career counseling. I am also equipped to address issues centered around depression, stress and anxiety, self-esteem and body image, parenting problem, relationship issues, etc. My counseling style is warm, genuine, and interactive. I strive to develop a trusting relationship with each client; and work to maintain an environment consisting of unconditional positive regard and empathy. Together, we will explore how certain thoughts and beliefs can produce negative or painful feeling and maladaptive behaviors. Then process and guide individuals through the exploration of solutions already present within their lives in order to address solve current challenges. I believe in treating people with dignity, respects, and compassion; while utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities that focus on the client and their needs. Treating the whole individual is my main focus and will work with the client to ensure that you reach your full potential. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Hi!! Glad to see you!! My name is Bianco Holmon and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist-Associate. I graduated from Boston University with an MSW in 2014. I have been in the Human Service field for over 21+ years. I counsel on several issues to include substance abuse, dual diagnosis, depression, anxiety, marital discord, domestic violence, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder and anger management issues, to name a few. The treatment approaches that I utilize include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Congratulations on making the decision to take care of yourself!!! I look forward to "speaking" with you and together, working toward a better tomorrow. See you soon!!

It can be tough when facing challenges and struggles. Taking the opportunity to seek out help is not a sign of weakness; but a demonstration of strength. I provide a nonjudgmental, understanding, and compassionate atmosphere to assist you in learning tools to cope with life’s problems, while empowering you with the skills and strength to bring about the changes you desire in life.

Please call me Connie! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina, who understands the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I am client centered and will initially work to build rapport, so you develop trust in the therapy process. My style of therapy is always based on the unique needs of the client and is often an eclectic style that can include elements of Cognitive Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Mindfulness therapy. I also utilize Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD and trauma. I believe in the power of thoughts to drive emotional and behavioral responses, and I provide a safe place for clients to express these thoughts and feelings, while teaching coping skills to lessen symptoms. I have worked with individuals presenting with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, womens issues, trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault and life transitions. I am also a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in North Carolina and have helped many individuals with substance abuse issues. I know that beginning therapy can be overwhelming. I look forward to working with you as you attain your goals and improve your overall functioning and mental health. *Saturday morning appointments available. *Due to state licensure restrictions, I can only accept clients who reside in North Carolina.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social worker and I've been providing therapy for the past 10 years but working with individuals to reach their goals for over 20 years. I truly believe in focusing on the person, meeting you were you are and working together on a solution focused approach. I've worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, life goals, coaching and coping skills, I also helped people heal from past traumas in their childhood and see the correlations of how it affects their decisions in their adult life. My therapy style is warm and interactive. There is a no judgement zone while working with me. I've been told that I am very easy to talk to and it is easy for them to open up when talking with me. I believe in treating people with kindness and respect and that everyone deserves to be heard. My approach combines Cognitive-behavior therapy, Motivational interviewing, Active-listening, Psycho-social-behavioral approach. It depends on the person and what is needed at the time. Being flexible is very important. It takes courage to seek help and make changes in our life. I am here to support you and to empower you to make those changes. I am looking forward to working with you!

Hello, there! If you're reading this, it's likely that you're currently in a season of life where you feel you'd like some support or direction. My name is Sara and I want to you to know that I feel it takes a lot of courage to reach out for help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina who has worked in Mental Health for the past nine years. I enjoy helping others feel more confident to address and resolve life challenges. I utilize a variety of evidence-based practices to support my clients, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Enhancement, Solution-focused, trauma focused, and person-centered approaches. While I've worked with folks with an array of challenges, I enjoy helping others learn to cope with and reduce the effects of anxiety, depression, grief, physical ailments, family conflict, and sleep difficulties. If you feel I might be the right therapist for you, let's connect and begin to explore together how you might begin feeling more confident to move forward on your journey.

I am licensed in North Carolina with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in multiple states with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, & executive and professional coaching. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in North Carolina with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in North Carolina with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I use a variety of modalities such as solution-focused approach, person-centered therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). The first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. Therapy is a collaborative effort. We will work together as a team to develop the skills and strategies needed to cope with the challenges, transitions, and/or stressors that you may experience. My goal is to help encourage and empower you with the resources necessary to be self-aware and the best version of yourself.

I am licensed in North Carolina with 6 years of professional work experience as a therapist. I have experience in helping individuals and families with stress and anxiety, parenting, mindfulness, self-esteem and more. My primary experience is supporting individuals who are experiencing the impacts of trauma; current and past. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor treatment to best meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. EMDR option available