Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Tabor City, NC

Are you finding yourself stuck in the same cyclical patterns of unhealed wounds and behaviors that are affecting your overall mental health and wellbeing? Do you find yourself repeating the same actions that have caused unnecessary pain and suffering in your life? Do you often feel alone and struggle with intrusive thoughts or overwhelming emotions? At times, we may feel lost in our own individual journeys, however, therapy can be a tremendous segue into personal healing. I believe in treating the root of the symptom while supporting my clients through their emotional processes geared toward resolution & transformation.

People are incredibly resilient, but sometimes need assistance in finding and trusting in their resiliency. I can assistant people in setting boundaries, processing through life events, and leaving with a better sense of clarity. If you find yourself struggling in relationships, life events, transitions, depression, anxiety, body image, birth control issues, or struggling with the first years of marriage, please contact me get your sense of direction back!

Currently accepting clients for virtual morning sessions. Welcome! Therapy is a collaborative process where together we identify areas for personal growth and develop skills that can support you in finding balance and reaching your goals. Whether you are experiencing anxiety or depression, having difficulty sleeping, navigating relationship concerns, managing anger or other intense emotions, needing support with life transitions such as college or graduate school or new parenthood, or working through traumatic events, I would love to partner with you on this journey.

My goal is to provide a safe, therapeutic environment, where clients can share their innermost struggles and challenges without feeling judged or criticized. Therapy is an avenue to address the challenges in life that sometimes seem unmanageable. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship, based on genuine acceptance and unconditional positive regard, can be the pathway for change to occur. I work with individuals, adults, and teens on a variety of issues and disorders including but not limited to depression, anxiety, parenting issues​, abuse, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, life cycle transitions, and substance abuse.

Life is so unpredictable and I want to be there for couples, families and individuals to offer tools to navigate through the tough times. I know all too well the importance of utilizing mental health care, we all face struggles. In my years of working with families and children within public schools and in private practice, I have learned forgiveness and healing is possible. Being released of anxiety and depression and past traumas can happen, if you trust the process of mental health. Therapy is not a overnight process, and I am not a miracle worker, but together we can watch the miracle happen. Take the first step, and call me..

Do you wish your partner understood you better? Do you feel like you can't connect with your kids? Do you want to manage relationships better? You can! I work with clients of all ages to make relationships healthy and strong. Clients see me individually, or with loved ones to learn how to communicate better and diffuse conflict. When working with couples and families, I utilize John Gottman’s Marital Principles, as well as Sue Johnson’s Attachment Marital Therapies. I treat mood disorders, navigating life transitions, issues related to sexual functioning and trauma, as well as interpersonal conflict within close relationships.

Helping people heal from trauma is sacred to me. It involves creating a safe space where, someone can reflect on past hurt and current aspects of life. The therapy process has the power to guide you towards introspection, enabling you to discover purpose, strength, healing and acceptance. By feeling secure enough to face your inner world, your external world will inevitably improve.

I understand the importance of a collaborative relationship in therapy and believe it is the most important vehicle for change. I attempt to provide a warm, caring, and accepting atmosphere that will encourage clients to move towards their goals and improve their lives. My professionalism, authenticity, and sense of humor set me apart as a clinician. I specialize in working with individuals and couples that have been impacted by sexual trauma.

As humans, we sometimes find ourselves stuck. We might feel stuck in painful circumstances and relationships, in old and outdated patterns of behaviors, or with narratives that just don't feel true to us anymore. This is part of what it means to be human, and yet, being human also implies an innate potential for evolution and growth. Together, grounded and curious, I work with my clients to get in touch with the present moment, determine what really, truly matters to them, and identify how to move forward in life in a meaningful and intentional way.

I'm accepting NEW clients! I'm in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield (PPO, State Health Plan and Blue Value) and Aetna. I'm also currently offering self-pay rates of $135/intake and $110/individual tx. I also offer reduced rates of $100/intake and $85/follow-up session. I work with ADULTS ages 18+ and COUPLES who are experiencing struggles related to intimate relationships, anxiety, major and persistent depression, grief and loss, trauma, premenstrual dysphoric disorder and adjustment issues. I also offer premarital counseling. I provide care for neurodivergent individuals and the LGBTQIA+ communities specifically.

As a CMHC intern & mother of two little ones, I understand the challenges of juggling parenthood, relationships, & career. I have a passion for assisting others in their personal healing journey through the blended use of talk therapy, somatic experiencing (mind-body work), & the ACT modality (actionable-therapy.) My therapeutic approach relies, first, on developing a strong therapeutic relationship with the client, assessing your needs, & developing an intuitive treatment plan that helps you achieve your goals. I believe the inner work we do in therapy creates positive ripple effects into all essential areas of our lives.

Stef loves to work with young adults and adults who struggle with the need to control or who feel stuck in the perfection cycle. Stef brings a calm, down to earth energy with a touch of humor. She really enjoys working with those struggling with food & body image concerns, social anxiety & other stress and anxiety. Stefanie provides therapy for adolescents 13+ and adults. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, eating and body image concerns, substance use concerns, attachment issues as well as self-esteem and identity issues.

Hello, My name is Sonia Dewitt. Let's find the direction that works best for your life. I enjoy working with ages 13 and above. I have eight years of experience working with troubled teens, and substance use. I am solution-focused, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and mindfulness. I am here to listen, not judge.

Accepting New Clients Making the decision to begin therapy is a hard one. You are choosing to come to a trained specialist in mental health, and regurgitate all of your deepest feelings, emotions, and possibly a traumatic past. Working in mental health for the past 5 years, I have learned that mental health is a part of your personal growth and well being. It's a way to heal mentally, spiritually, and to learn to forgive. Forgiveness and grace may be needed in yourself. You will learn how to be your better and greater self, one day at a time.

I have over 23 years social work and clinical experience working with diverse clients dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, and life transitions. I work with children, couples, and families. With each client, a specific treatment model is used which involves a holistic approach that is person centered to address each client’s needs/concerns. In sessions, solution focused, CBT, DBT, ACT and other evidence-based interventions are used. Not only am I a therapist but I am also a co-author who helps and motivates others to pursue their goals/aspirations and assist individuals to recognize their strengths.

I have been working as a counselor since 2017 and have experience in multiple settings including higher education, private practice, and community nonprofit. My heart for survivors of interpersonal violence, including sexual assault, is what led me to counseling. However, I serve clients with many struggles and concerns. I do not want anyone's past experiences or negative core beliefs to hold them back from living a meaningful life.

Have the stressors of our uncertain world impacted you in a negative way? Do you find yourself in a place of worry, anxiety, depression - struggling to find your way? Are you ready to get help sorting it all out? You don't have to be on this journey alone. I have particular expertise in helping people learn to deal with the tough stuff of life. While I am not able to make difficult emotions or challenging circumstances go away, I can help you deal with them in a healthy way, so you can move forward. You deserve a life well-lived.

I believe in integrated medical, mental health and substance use disorders treatment. Most of my counseling approach is based on Motivational Enhancement Techniques (MET), Client Centered, Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused theories. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques to help individuals who are dealing with traumatic experiences. I also have years of experience providing recovery skills training for individuals dealing with substance use disorders.

I recently relocated to Eastern NC after having originally practiced in the Piedmont Triad. With over 22 years of experience as a mental health counselor, I would be happy to support you in your journey to being the best version of yourself. I am relationship based and value the connection I have with my clients. I view my work as a partnership based on honoring my client's strengths and demonstrating flexibility to meet the needs of each individual. I work to understand each person's unique challenges and assist in finding ways of moving past obstacles and finding solutions to live a fulfilling life.