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Do you find yourself struggling through one of life's many changes? Heraclitus, a Greek philosopher, has been quoted as saying “change is the only constant in life.” Many of us have a love-hate relationship with change, as transitions can bring some of the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Whether you are going through changes in your relationships, career, stage of life or just feel stuck and need a change, I am here to help you on your journey.

I strive to help people discover their purpose, increase self-awareness, and empower them to be the outstanding individuals they are capable of being. By discarding emotional baggage, often years of hurt, pain, guilt and shame; you can rediscover your purpose, live a more fulfilling life, and regain your natural balance.

My practice is focused on treating sexual brokenness and addiction, trauma (relational, single event, PTSD) and marital issues, including infidelity. Many times, these three treatment areas are linked together and experience in all three leads to more comprehensive therapy. I have also worked with clients with many different presenting issues over 19 years of private practice. I believe this experience helps me address the varied needs that my clients present.

Most of my life has been devoted to professional counseling. I bring passion and dedication to my clients. I work with both adults and adolescents. I experience my greatest joy as they achieve their goals and experience healing.I use an integrative approach to therapy inspired by a variety of evidence based practices, including, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused therapy, and mindfulness. I've received advanced training in CBT, having successfully completed a cognitive behavioral therapy certificate course led by Dr. John Ludgate, who trained under Dr. Aron Beck, founder of cognitive therapy.

Andrea received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Andrea has experience in outpatient therapy and inpatient substance abuse treatment. Andrea works with adolescents and adults. Andrea enjoys working with clients experiencing a wide variety of issues including anxiety, mood disorders, substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and trauma. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as her primarily theoretical orientation to help clients work toward consistently living out their values no matter their life circumstances.

Asking for help is hard and can be very scary, the fear of judgement, the fear of weakness, the fear of "going crazy". Yet I believe reaching out for help is one of the bravest things anyone can do. I have a passion for working with individuals with trauma. I also have a passion for working with children. It is never too late to start feeling better about being yourself, whether the work starts in childhood or later in life. I want to help people find peace in themselves whether through change or through acceptance.

Many individuals come to me feeling stuck, having lost their sense of self, or feeling anxious and uncertain about what the future will bring. Whether you’re struggling to adjust to motherhood, cope with life transitions, or process painful experiences or feelings – you are in the right place. I help clients through the challenges of mental health concerns, chronic health conditions, grief, trauma, and perinatal mental health. Life can be incredibly difficult sometimes, but it doesn’t have to stay that way!

Taking the step to seek out counseling takes tremendous courage and vulnerability. My approach in counseling is holistic and takes into account the whole body, mind, and spirit. As a therapist I treat individuals, couples, and families regardless of race, age, sexuality, gender, religion, or ethnicity. Both professionally and personally, I believe that we all have what is necessary for true growth and change. Join me on the journey of exploring your needs and goals to help you accomplish a desired outcome.

Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients across North Carolina. I specialize in providing therapy to teens and adults who are seeking help related to anxiety, depression, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe space for you to grow. Let’s work together to effectively identify and process emotions, challenge unhelpful thinking, and change behavior patterns. With this growth you will experience positive change in all areas of your life, and feel more confident to tackle life’s challenges

Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Relational concerns, unexpected challenges, new or old traumas, and life transitions can all lead to mental health needs. Often we default to pushing through or feeling like we should be able to tackle these things alone, but nothing could be further from the truth. With support from a knowledgable and caring professional who uses evidence-based approaches, you can start the work of feeling like yourself again, or perhaps feeling better than you've ever felt before.

I help people with problems and passions. What are you looking for more of?? Love, joy, excitement, peace, connection, success?? A new job, new or improved relationship, better health? What are you looking for less of??? Stress, depression, anxiety, loneliness, frustration?? Bad habits? My clients typically feel stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated but are also ready and motivated to TRY SOMETHING NEW!!

It takes immense strength to share your story and it is my goal to honor this vulnerability by fostering a therapeutic space of warmth and collaboration. Experiencing life transitions, relational conflicts, anxiety, or impaired self-esteem are not challenges that need to be faced in isolation.

Reaching out to receive help is often the hardest step. I am passionate about my work and enjoy having an open and collaborative relationship so that you can begin your journey. I believe that emotional and personal growth is different for everyone and will meet you where you’re at. I understand that therapy can be challenging and I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for you to grow and achieve your goals.

There is an old saying: “The more you run from something, the more you run into it.” That is a scenario that can play out time and again for persons struggling with mental health issues. And avoidance is tempting. But the key to experiencing less pain and to living life with more enjoyment is in effectively confronting mental health challenges. This is where an ally is required—an ally trained in helping you find strengths within yourself and in aiding you in developing coping skills.

I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, a wide range of relationship issues (including marital, pre-marital, divorce and singleness), chronic illness, grief and also offer career assessment and counseling. I combine a practical, problem solving approach with a focus on the client's emotional and family history to facilitate greater insight for the client as we collaborate to bring balance and wholeness to that client's life. In my many years of practice, I have been on staff at a university counseling center, a large private practice and currently am with a ministry-based counseling center.

Oftentimes life doesn't turn out the way we had planned. Still other times, the plans we made aren't what we thought they'd be at all!! During these times, we could all use a bit of help, sometimes even professional help. That's where I come in. I have the privilege of working with individuals, couples, and families from the tween years through late adulthood— during times of transition, sadness, strife and downright crisis.

I am passionate about helping people discover their innate strengths. Empowering them to find solutions for the changes they desire in life, I approach each person as an individual with unique strengths and needs. Many of the adults and children I have worked with have dealt with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and ADHD. I also have received training in EMDR to work with those who have experienced traumatic events in their lives, such as car accidents, abuse, and other disturbing memories.