I am a Registered Play Therapist working with children who are hard to reach either because they are angry, anxious, or depressed. Children don't express themselves the same way that adults do, rather, they express themselves more naturally through play. Play is a child's natural way of relieving stress and play therapy is the best practice for working with children. Using Play Therapy most children are able to work through issues in a much shorter amount of time. For more information Call today (910) 407-0052 and check us out at www.AtlasChildCounseling.com

Hi are you thinking what Im thinking, if so you're probably thinking "GEEZZ" Im tired of searching.. then stop, because you've located the right person at the right time, to help you navigate through your life journey. Everyone has a story to tell and yours is very important & Im ready to listen and ready to do whatever it takes to promote and initiate the needed changes you desire in life at this time.Trauma's often experienced and unrecognized! Instantly we think about hurricanes and earthquakes. Your personal storm, transition or change will be handled with care. Take a look at my website !!!!

Using a neurodevopmental framework, I specialize in comprehensive assessment across a breadth of areas, including autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disorders; executive functioning/attention deficit disorders; specific learning disabilities, such as reading/dyslexia; giftedness; early kindergarten readiness; social-emotional functioning. Utilizing a strengths-based perspective, I give great effort to provide evidence-based recommendations and strategies that are practical and targeted. Every assessment is custom-designed based upon specific referral questions and a personalized learning plan is developed. I am skill

I believe that we live in difficult and challenging times and there is no one who, at least on occasion, would not benefit from help in navigating their way through these times in order to have a better quality of life. I am here to listen to you and to help you achieve your vision for a happier and healthier life. I work with adults, teens, youth and children to address issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, adjustment to life changes, abuse, trauma, grief, behavioral problems, and relationship problems.

So many of my clients come in feeling like something is wrong with them. They are relieved to know that their feelings are normal. My clients come to me because they just want to feel better. They want to be less depressed, less anxious, better parents, more confident, and have healthier relationships. I work with my clients as they learn new ways of coping and living life that free them from negative thoughts, behaviors and patterns of emotional reactivity.

I work with individuals and families, ages ranging from early childhood to adult. I have experience supporting people to work through trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, parenting concerns, behavioral issues, grief, and many other concerns. I have 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. I am a Registered Play Therapist, Certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and a Triple-P Level 4 provider. You may not fully understand why you're having your present issues and you may not have the coping methods, support, or knowledge needed to navigate life.

I like to consider myself a play connoisseur! I am a licensed professional counselor and a registered play therapist. I received a Master's degree in Counseling from Regis University and am currently enrolled in a doctoral program. I have advanced training in different play therapy modalities, sandplay therapy, and Theraplay, and truly specialize in working with children. I believe in empowering children to make their own choices, take responsibility, and assert their autonomy by engaging in an accepting, genuine, and trusting therapeutic relationship. My office is designed for kids with adults in mind! :)

If going to traditional office based therapy doesn't appeal to you, there is another option. Harley Grace Farm & Counseling Center combines evidence based mental health treatment with a non-traditional setting. Therapy is designed to meet your individual needs; you can opt to take a walk on the farm's trails during your session, utilize activities with horses to actually practice new skills necessary to meet your goals or select one of the seating areas on the farm. The farm is a safe place of acceptance, growth & healing as we are all deserving of happiness & second chances.

Clinicians have ties to the military and surrounding areas for: Cumberland, Moore, Harnett, Robinson, New Hanover and Lee, NC counties. Our contracted clinicians provide a wide range of services and specialties. We appreciate the opportunity to be of help and look forward to all of us working together. Bobette Donaldson, LCSW, owner, military connected and Fayettevillian. Experience with: Service Members, military families, children, adolescents, adults, geriatrics, families, small groups, intensive outpatient groups and clinical inpatient hospital care.

**PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.** I have the privilege to work beside children, adolescents and adults in difficult and often confusing times in their lives. My goal is to leave clients with strategies, communication skills, and ways of thinking that can be transferred from the therapy room to everyday life - to friendships, family dynamics, workplace, and those moments at 2 a.m. when it is difficult to fall back asleep. My approach to therapy is relational, creative and collaborative and I believe very strongly in forming a trusting relationship with my clients.

The traditional office environment is not for everyone. We offer real therapy in a beautiful farm setting where we offer our clients the opportunity to work with the horses, take a walk around the farm and experience the peaceful setting. We customize our sessions to meet your needs and our hope is to make you as comfortable as possible so that you are able to focus on the changes you are looking for. We work with children ages 6 years and up, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups.

Energy psychotherapy is compatible with many standard approaches to therapy such as CBT. My work includes approaches to the assessment and treatment of many behavioral difficulties through bioenergy systems. In addition to standard therapeutic elements such as rapport, listening and discussion, energy psychology also involves procedures that address the underlying energetic aspects of the problem through attunement, muscle testing, and techniques that may involve tapping, assuming body postures, visualization, affirmations, expressed intentions and assertions often achieving observable and measurable results rapidly.

Life can be challenging, with many twists and turns along the way. We may even find that events and circumstances in life are not what we expected or are out of our control. In those times, we seek to find strength and encouragement to endure and perhaps even rebuild. I believe that everyone has the potential to rise above their circumstances, no matter what they may encounter. We can turn disappointment, hurt, or pain into learning experiences that help us grow.

I work with individuals, ages 4 through adulthood, who have experienced traumatic events (Childhood sexual abuse, rape, domestic violence, physical abuse, car accidents, military trauma, etc) and are experiencing trauma symptoms. I have vast experience working with children in the foster system with their foster parents and/or biological parents. I also have training working with individuals with depression, anxiety and Borderline Personality Disorder, among many other disorders. My goal is to help others find and achieve their "life worth living".

With 14 years experience, I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples on many different barriers to fulfilling their own potential. My desire is to meet each individual where they are to work towards gaining control over any personal challenges they are experiencing. I pull from many different psychotherapy theories to meet many unique needs and my specialties are diverse.

I have immediate openings! If you are looking for someone who can help you resolve issues in a nonjudgmental environment, I am available to assist you! I enjoy working with children, adolescents and their families. I also enjoy working with adults and couples. I like to help examine your difficulties and provide new insight into situations that may assist you or your family member (s) in making changes.

Hey there. Something has changed or happened and it’s been a lot to deal with. It happened to you, to your kid, or someone else you know. Sometimes that voice inside your head becomes your worst enemy. It may try to convince you that you deserved that bad thing that happened to you, you aren’t good enough, or that it’s hopeless to think your situation may improve. I believe you have the strength to overcome whatever has happened and when you do, you can continue growing into the life you have always dreamed of living. Learn more at Carolinapcs.org.

I believe in the power of self-determination and advocating for others who cannot advocate for themselves. Every person is unique to their core and require special attention in order to reach their full potential. I have personally overcome many life challenges that shook me to my very core. I have worked in a variety of social environments that has helped me to become the person I am today - fun, energetic and outgoing. I love working with others, learning from others and learning from each other. I look forward in meeting new folks and learning life from other's perspectives.

*Not currently accepting new patients, thank you* My background is in working with children and teens for the past ten years. However, I have found over the last few years that I love working with adults as well! My ideal client is one that seeks to have an understanding of self and learn new ways to adapt to the world given whatever barrier may currently be in place. I find that many clients enjoy the safe, nonjudgmental environment that I provide. While I do provide insights as they come up and coping skills, I do not tell clients "what to do."

Hi! I am thrilled you have taken the first step towards a more peaceful existence. I strongly believe in the importance of human connection for overall wellbeing and the power of the therapeutic relationship. As a licensed clinical social worker, I consider it a privilege to bear witness, without judgement, to your journey.