Psychodynamic Therapists in Holly Springs, NC

I provide an emotionally safe space where you will find compassion and support. Through our therapeutic relationship, we will discover new ways to build upon your inherent strengths, identify your struggles, and then dig deeper to gain a better understanding of who you are. Above all, my job is to ensure that you feel heard and understood.

Making the decision to seek therapy can be scary, or sometimes you are ready to dive right in. Either way, I strive to create a safe, non judgmental space where you are respected and supported in exploring your thoughts, feelings and life experiences. I believe everyone possesses inherent worth, strengths and abilities and will work with you to uncover, rediscover, or refine these in order to live the life you want.

Are you feeling like your life needs a change but you are not sure where to start? It seems, as life becomes more complex, more and more people are suffering from the devastating effects of stress, depression and anxiety and can benefit from the support and insight that therapy provides. I am a NC Licensed Psychologist working clinically with a wide range of ages and issues. I've worked in the field for 20 years, in schools, day treatment, and the private practice setting with adults, families, couples and children; focusing on adjustment difficulties, relationship problems, childhood abuse and maladaptive coping.

Clients tend to focus on the problem and want to "fix" the problem and reach their end goal. What I try to challenge my clients here is that instead of focusing on the problem, let us try focusing on solutions. Instead of focusing on an end goal, let us try walking through this life changing journey together. As a therapist, a positive therapeutic relationship and patience is key to fully understand and slowly opening up the shell of vulnerability. Once the client has allowed the therapist into their vulnerability, positive change can start to occur.

I am old enough to know that life does not always lend itself to simplistic answers. At various periods we all find ourselves in difficult circumstances that feel overwhelming, sometimes related to life changing tragedies like death, divorce, new medical diagnosis like cancer, job loss, or catastrophic injury. In these situations your life changes in an instant. There is an avalanche of distressing emotions and life no longer feels solid or stable. As a therapist who has experienced some serious, life changing tragedies, I understand those feelings and am specifically trained in grief and trauma.

I am so glad that you are here! Whether you are looking to work on parenting skills, behavioral health for your child, mental health, or simply seeking to navigate a transition in your life, you have come to the right place. As an LCSWA, I have experience working with children, teens, and young adults through depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioral needs and transitions.

At LifeCare Counseling & Coaching, we are passionate about serving others by integrating the best psychiatric and mental health practices as well as spiritual care for the soul. Our team of licensed practitioners provide therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families of all kinds. We are a multi-site practice located at the Raleigh/Cary border, Wake Forest, Brier Creek, Holly Springs, Chapel Hill, the Triad area and Wilmington. In addition, many of our providers offer online therapy and we have interns who offer counseling on a sliding scale.

Not accepting new clients at this time. Therapy for trauma, anxiety, phobias, depression, grief, eating disorders, and difficulty in relationships. A therapist can be someone separate from friends and family who offers a listening ear while remaining empathetic, curious, nonjudgmental, and objective.

Welcome! Being human in this world can be tough. My goal as a therapist is to sit with my clients in these difficult times. I provide my clients a relaxed, comfortable, and trusting environment where they can feel heard, seen, and valued. I see it as a great privilege to partner with my clients as they share and explore their stories and experiences. Together, we can navigate what can often feel like an overwhelming world.

My approach to therapy is a culmination of my life's work with people in a variety of settings. My philosophy of therapy grows out of my many years as an interfaith pastoral care giver. I have worked with trauma at Albert Einstein Medical Center (Philadelphia, PA). I am a Veteran with combat experience as a Chaplain during Operation Iraqi Freedom. I have served as a clinical, interfaith, spiritual care provider at Pitt County Memorial Hospital (Greenville, NC), Duke HomeCare and Hospice (Durham, NC), and Rex Hospital (Raleigh, NC). I believe that people are "living human documents" continually under revision.

There are many reasons people seek counseling, but regardless of the reasons, I believe that enhanced awareness and acceptance are pivotal to understanding how personal histories have shaped the way we perceive ourselves, others, and the environment in which we function. Therapy provides the opportunity for growth, self-discovery, and insight in an emotionally supportive environment. Each client is unique in their strengths and struggles which is why therapeutic approaches are individually tailored for an optimally successful experience.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or burnt out? Do you have a hard time feeling grounded or saying no? Are you seeking a deeper understanding and relationship to Self? I am passionate about holding a healing space for highly sensitive, people-pleasers to find confidence & inner peace. Through exploring your past and building a more intimate mind-body connection, we can overcome self-doubt, patterned relationship issues, anxiety and the pressure to overachieve. I offer a holistic, pagan-friendly and tarot-friendly space to deepen understanding & grow intuition.

I am looking to help any individual who expresses a want, or a desire, for a change in their life. I want to be able to assist others on their journey towards growth and happiness. To be able to work together to identify what helps the individual as it relates to their specific self.

Evolve or repeat. Therapy, by nature, can be challenging. It can appear scary, overwhelming, and anxiety-inducing; you are essentially vocalizing (to a stranger!) your challenges, weaknesses, mistakes, and insecurities. And sometimes that needs to happen to grow. My mantra over the last year has been to evolve or repeat. That’s it. Evolve or repeat. Frequently we establish and maintain patterns of thoughts and behaviors, based on past experiences and memories which are unhealthy and unproductive. I found these patterns and cycles are the root to unhappiness and barriers to change.

Are you wanting to begin or restart your therapy journey? Are you hoping to understand more about yourself and create positive changes to enjoy your life more fully? We are made up of thoughts and behaviors, as well as pre-determined biases and beliefs, from our experience in life. As we navigate life, these areas may start to change. The internal wants/needs vs external experience of life may become shifted and not entirely in alignment any longer. This can cause anxiety, obsessive behaviors, disordered thinking/acting, and lack of connection with ourselves, in addition to many other symptoms of mental health unmet needs.

My twenty years experience has led me to work with many clients who are dealing with many different stressors in their life. These stressors can lead to anxieties, depression, relationship issues, etc. My main areas of speciality include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship issues. Together, we share the responsibility for progress and improved ways of coping. Ultimately, you will be able to build a sense of personal satisfaction in knowing that when future challenges arise they will be less overwhelming.

I founded my practice to help women reclaim their power by finding their “inner voice” to communicate, become more vulnerable, and be more self-compassionate in their everyday lives. I am passionate about acknowledging client’s strengths as they overcome shame and guilt from past life experiences. In doing this, I strive to provide clients with a safe and non-judgmental environment to achieve their goals. I work primarily with millennial women and teens dealing with anxiety, self-esteem, and communication issues.

I am an experienced, caring Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, National Certified Counselor with a Certification in Perinatal Mental Health. I have been practicing in the Triangle since 1998. I have a passion for working with children (aged 10 and older), adolescents, and adults with concerns that include: depression, anxiety, oppositional/acting out behaviors, self-harm, stress and anger management, coping with life transitions, trauma; parenting concerns, women's issues including pregnancy and infant loss; grief; and marital & relationship issues.

Asking for help is the first step towards feeling better and leading a happier, healthier life. Mental health is an important part of overall well-being. Most of us, at one time or another, are impacted by mental health concerns. We have therapists that treat adults, children, and teens. If you don't even know where to start call or e-mail the office and we will help guide you in choosing the right therapist and check your insurance benefits. To learn more about each of our therapists and their individual specialties, please visit our website www.sbcounseling.com/therapists