Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Winston Salem, NC

I'm accepting clients! Feel unloved, outcasted, or struggle with connection? Is expressing your human needs to support systems difficult? Growing up, did you feel overwhelmed by expectations of success? Were you obligated to serve as a caretaker? Do you focus more on others’ happiness and well-being in your current relationships and sacrifice your wants and needs? Are you afraid of abandonment, judgment, rejection, and failure? I can support you in pursuing balance, problem-solving, navigating life transitions, and processing trauma and family wounds (i.e. abuse, divorce, adoption, and sick parents).

Accepting new clients! New Life Counseling Center is founded on the shared principles that every client deserves a therapist who cares about them and their experience: Someone who has the skills and insight to make a real difference. We believe that people aren’t looking for a paid friend, but a knowledgeable professional to connect with you and help you heal. Being able to sit with a caring person who has the skills, experience and objectivity to help guide you through the confusion and pain that can sometimes seem so overwhelming, can be life changing The warmth of caring, unconditional acceptance has healing power in your life!

I believe that every person has the ability to grow, heal and change. As a counselor, I provide a space of nonjudgmental acceptance and authenticity which invites clients to show up exactly as they are and to be valued and supported in all aspects of their identity. I aim to partner with and empower my clients, utilizing the strengths and skills they already possess, to work toward their goals for healing and growth. My counseling orientation is grounded in a family systems approach, though I also draw significantly from attachment theory and person-centered counseling.

I am particularly passionate about working with individuals on familial and interpersonal relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders. I feel strongly about delivering neurodiversity affirming care to my clients. All brains are beautiful and unique, so why not treat them that way!

Being human can be difficult. I hope to provide a safe nonjudgmental space so you can feel heard and seen, a space to be honest and reflect on what’s meaningful, and to recognize the impacts of culture and society on your wellbeing. I encourage others to enter into vulnerability to do deeper work that can create lasting change. My desire is to help my clients find self-compassion to heal the old wounds that can keep us stuck and find peace. Being human can also be beautiful, and I hope to help you discover that beauty in your own life.

Seeking therapeutic counseling can be challenging for any number of reasons, from being ready to take the first step on your mental health journey to finding a therapist that's right for you. Wherever you are on your path, I aim to provide a comforting, non-judgmental environment where you feel heard, valued, and comfortable being yourself. Therapy is collaborative work with your goals as the focus. The number of different therapeutic treatments out there may be overwhelming, but I can help you find what works. No matter who you are, I will work with you to reach your next step and grow while you decide what we are working towards.

Jenifer Shadrick is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC). Jenifer obtained a Bachelor's degree in Psychology Christian Counseling with a minor in Special Education in 2013 from Liberty University and then went on to graduate with a Master’s degree of Professional Counseling in 2015. Jenifer works with individuals struggling with communication, impulse control, relationships, social skills, self esteem, anxiety, addictions, and adjustment issues.

Welcome to Magnolia Center for Counseling and Eating Recovery located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We are committed to walking with you on your journey toward your new life. We provide counseling services to assist you in addressing conditions that contribute to the onset, maintenance, and severity of eating disorders and other psychological concerns. Eating disorders addressed through our services include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder. We also provide counseling for other mental health and behavioral concerns including emotional/stress eating, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, body image disturbance, self-esteem, adolescent concerns, and family discord.

When life becomes difficult, either with long-standing challenges or those that just recently have surfaced, it can be scary and frustrating to know where to start in seeking help. I admire you for taking that first step in seeking out someone that can help you move through and make sense of life's challenges. I am eager to help you as you journey in dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief & loss, spirituality, identity development, body-image & self-esteem and relationship conflict.

I’m Diamond, a friendly, down-to-earth therapist and a proud M.A. graduate of Northwestern University. Yep, the Wildcats taught me a thing or two about life, and now I’m here to share that wisdom with you! Being a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate means I am your go-to person for navigating the world of mental health. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship/attachment issues, mood disorders and trauma in all ages. I also am experienced in play therapy for children, couples counseling, and anger management therapy.

You deserve to feel heard and understood. Life transitions, relationship challenges, and exploring your identity can be overwhelming and make us feel alone. Starting at a new school, beginning a new job, or moving to a new place can be exciting and also bring up things within ourselves that may be unexpected or distressing. You may be asking yourself: What makes me feel most like myself? What are other people thinking? It can feel impossible to determine if you're where you "should" be as you navigate everything else that comes with being a teenager, college student, or young adult.

I am IFS Level One trained and primarily use this psychospiritual modality in my practice. This involves taking a deep dive into the inner workings of our system, and being open to exploring mystical healing. I am also trained in IFS-informed EMDR, and sometimes blend these modalities for optimal results when working with complex trauma. I will be facilitating IFS groups in the spring of 2024.

You may be experiencing anxious worries, feelings of depression, chronic pain, concerns about parenting, stress-eating, conflicts or uncertainty at work or home, or the pain and upheaval of a loss. My commitment is to creating a health-focussed solution to your problems. I provide a calm, compassionate, and thoughtful presence in order to help you achieve a greater sense of peace and acceptance, as well as a greater sense of control over the direction of your life. I welcome phone and email inquiries to answer any questions you may have about my practice and my approach to achieving greater emotional wellness.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate at Affinity Counseling & Wellness, PLLC. We offer individual, group, couples, and family counseling, and serve clients from diverse backgrounds and walks of life. My clinical experience includes working with individuals of all ages—children (7 and older), teens, and adults—as well as groups and families. I have a special interest in working with adolescents and young adults experiencing life transitions and adjustment difficulty, spiritual issues, and/or trauma.

My mission behind B Balanced Counseling and Wellness is about creating balance in life through wellness of the mind, body and soul for people of all ages and backgrounds. Each client is treated as an individual; therefore, therapy approaches vary depending on the client’s needs. At B Balanced Counseling my team offers a full spectrum of care. Our services consist of but are not limited to Individual/ Couples/Family Counseling, Therapeutic Consulting, Clinical Interventions, Life Coaching, Workplace Wellness Consulting, legal Mitigation, Art Therapy, Nutrition/ Dietitian, Athlete Special Programs, and Community Outreach & Service.

Your mental health and well-being matter, and taking the first step toward seeking support is a courageous act of self-care. With a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind and heart, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I work with both individuals and couples and my goal is to help you live your best life and enjoy fulfilling and satisfying relationships.

We all long for connection and belonging, and positive relationships are essential in helping us live happy, fulfilling lives. Yet old wounds and communication styles often keep us from finding satisfaction in our current relationships, leaving us feeling stuck & disillusioned. Life also has a way of pulling the rug from under our feet at times and we find ourselves feeling lost, broken, and questioning how we reached this point in our story.

We talk a lot about what's on our minds, the work our brains are doing, and the moving body as separate parts. But, they are all one unit working together, for better of for worse. Trauma is a good example of these parts working together as one. Our nervous system connects the body/brain/mind and can get stuck working too hard trying to keep us safe. Brainspotting via the eyes, connects with our sub-cortical brains to release trauma held in our whole selves. It gets to the things talking can't get to and reduces unwanted trauma responses. Curious? Come give it a try.

Are you weighed down by anxiety, burdened by the lingering impact of past experiences, and exhausted from the ceaseless pressure to please others? You're so accustomed to being everything for everyone that you've lost sight of who you are, and it feels unsettling even to read a paragraph focused on you. If you’re ready to leave the years of living for everyone except yourself behind, to break free from the confines of trauma and self-doubt, and finally feel excited for your life, you’ve found the right place.