Therapists for Teens in Brevard, NC

We don’t live in a society that allows you to be who you are. Editing conversations, holding back, closing yourself off to people because you don’t know if they’ll accept who you really are. The stakes are so high, so much to lose, that you’d rather suffer in silence than risk abandonment.

My passion is helping people who feel their best self is stuck by trauma, depression or anxiety, learn to access and trust their wisdom on the path towards healing. The approach I use is collaborative and multidisciplinary, utilizing EMDR, psycho-education, CBT, art therapy, guided imagery, and energy work to help patients let go of their negative beliefs and create balance and authenticity in their lives. My ideal client is one who is navigating emerging adulthood, searching to heal from significant trauma or managing challenging life transitions. I am licensed in North Carolina and Georgia

Life can be difficult and confusing. I am here to help you sort through the pain to find hope and healing for the days ahead. The hurt can be deep, going back to earliest memories or coming from present hardships. Counseling you is about establishing a safe place, a loving environment of grace. My tools come from my training and from 33 years of experience, but each person is exquisitely unique, so no therapeutic relationship is the same as any other. It is an honor and privilege to share deeply in your life and the lives of your family. At present, because of a recent move to another state, I am connecting only online or by cell.

I work with men who are ready to heal and live more authentic and empowered lives. Men carry so much pain that is unspoken. We often do not have an outlet to share this hurt for fear of looking weak by being vulnerable. It takes immense courage to embrace your pain and begin to heal. If you need a space to work on past trauma, current relationship struggles, depression/anxieties, and/or finding you purpose, I would love to work with you. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and respect. I believe that every man deserves a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and challenges.

I am an experienced therapist. I bring my life and professional experiences to meet each person from my belief that each individual has the capacity for change within them. My clients are experiencing chronic pain, PTSD, Dissociative Identity Disorder, relationship and life change issues, as well as depression and anxiety. I pull from my skills in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, EFT (Emotional Energy work), .

Are you tired of feeling stuck, putting yourself last, or navigating challenges without support? Do you want to recover from a difficult childhood, explore how to set boundaries, shift your energy around work, or find more peace in your day-to-day life? Therapy is an experience YOU deserve to have. You can feel validated, find new ways of functioning, and create a life that brings joy and restoration. You have a willingness to grow toward a better life, and I want to walk with you on that journey.

Are you looking for a supportive, nonjudgmental, empathetic person to walk beside you on your mental health journey? Perhaps you are looking for someone to help you reflect on your current challenges while also bringing awareness to solutions and strategies that may be helpful.

Now accepting clients. My main goal is to build a relationship of trust and mutual respect with my clients. Our therapeutic journey together will be guided by a compassionate and empathetic approach, providing you with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your inner landscape. You will be encouraged to embrace your vulnerabilities, challenge limiting beliefs, and cultivate self-compassion. As you gain insight into your own patterns, you will discover the strength to make conscious choices and empower yourself to create positive change.

A trusting, nurturing therapeutic relationship allows you to be open and vulnerable as you examine your feelings, your struggles and your relationships. I've been providing confidential, compassionate counseling for over 30 years. I listen deeply and guide you to discovering your truth and improving the quality of your life. Everyone wants to feel heard and understood. In this context people can gain self awareness and self esteem. I enjoy helping people learn to love themselves, set healthy boundaries and develop coping skills as they meet life's challenges.

I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families, and specialize in concerns related to anxiety, self-esteem, family conflict, challenging behaviors, grief, life transitions, communication, trauma, and attachment. I believe learning often happens best through play and connection, positive change is most supported when you are an active participant in the process, and, although failure is inevitable, through failure can come resilience. I believe we are all doing the best we can with what we have, and everyone needs to be nurtured, cared for, and believed in.

We live in a world quickly changing with many demands and stressors. Therapy is like working out at a gym. Instead, it is building inner strength and emotional fitness. Traumas or events can happen in life leading to a dysregulated nervous system. We can experience the loss of a job, partner, or identity; the loss of a loved one or pet; disease, illness, financial instability; relationship or family issues, or housing crisis that spin our worlds upside down. Maybe it is low self-worth, stress, or feeling stuck in life. With over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, I am here to be a supportive ally for your growth.

I am not accepting new clients right now. - Often times past traumas, relationships or events have caused us to separate from or deny certain parts of ourselves. We may notice life getting more difficult or confusing because we are not functioning as our true, whole self. I believe that the symptoms we are experiencing are messengers from parts of our body or mind that need healing. I work with clients holistically to make changes to the mind, body, and spirit in order to heal the individual as a whole. I will encourage you to reconnect with your body, take back control, and live a meaningful life that you love.

Perhaps you are wondering what it will be like to talk to a therapist and whether it will make a difference. If you are recognizing something that needs exploration, sorting out, or some kind of resolution, you are wise in paying attention to that. There is something healing in talking confidentially in a supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere with someone who cares, gives you undivided attention and positive regard, and is trained to listen and respond to what is said and what is not. It can be hard asking for help. And it can be the best thing you ever did.

Welcome! Part of the reason you’ve found your way here might involve overwhelming anxiety, a strained relationship with food or your body, stress from work or school, difficulties with boundaries, wanting to better your communication skills, work through new transitions or doing the deeper dives into trauma. I offer a relational, supportive, and collaborative approach to ensure safety in the therapeutic space. I value authenticity as I meet my clients where they are to create goals together.

I use holistic therapy techniques to empower individuals who struggle with addiction, past trauma, and relationships to live a happy, courageous life by releasing the unhealthy or toxic patterns that keep them stuck and from discovering their true purpose.

My clients are adults, adolescents, and children who need help coping with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, abuse, educational/employment situations, family dynamics, or other problems impacting their mental health. Though I practice Cognative Behavioral Therapy, I employ a variety of methods including "talk therapy", EMDR, sand therapy, and play therapy, depending upon individual need. I strive to provide unconditional acceptance and support to my clients as they work to achieve their counseling goals. I accept Medicaid and most private insurance.

Children, teenagers and adults are welcome at my office. For 30 years, I have helped those ages 2 years to 75 years to lead confident and comfortable lives. I provide developmentally focused psychotherapy for chilren and teenagers. I also work with adults who want their lives to change. You and/or your family's relationship with me is confidential and respectful.

I am a contemporary, psychodynamic/analytic oriented psychotherapist, who will work with you to move through emotional obstacles to create pathways for deeply fulfilling change in your personal and/or professional life. My approach is based on understanding the combination of your past experiences, current situation and future hopes. I am both supportive and analytic in helping you move into underlying causes of distress. I work with couples, adults and pre-teens/teens who suffer from anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, career considerations and major life transitions including fertility, parenting, sexuality, divorce, affairs, empty nest. I welcome the opportunity to discuss your situation and needs.

Life can be such a challenge especially if we find ourselves walking our path alone. On this journey, my hope is to help guide and provide skill training that will help you increase confidence, self-worth, and self-empowerment. I serve all ages and have specialized training to address disorders and challenges in ages 3 years old - 100+ My love and passion is supporting the health of our families. I passionately that by healing our families we heal the world.