Codependency Therapists in Statesville, NC

Deciding to start therapy can be a hard decision; you have come so far already by viewing this page. It is a privilege and honor to serve those who are hurting. My goal is to join forces in tackling each issue that may be robbing you of your peace and joy. The world can feel tough enough as it is, which makes clients my heroes for opening up and choosing to do the hard things needed to grow.

Trust, respect, safety and *authenticity* seems to be the most vital components to any relationship, especially the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist. My personal philosophies encourage my therapeutic approach of providing a warm and safe environment where you feel like you can be YOU! Creating an atmosphere of no judgment, is of the utmost important to me in working with you as a client. I respect honesty and ensure to provide you the same so that you grow. We may laugh, we may cry, but we will leave feeling a little lighter (insert winky face).

I am a practicing therapist in Statesville, North Carolina. In addition to being a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I have over 20 years of experience as a pastoral counselor. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My primary goal is to provide a grace-centered, non-judgmental, safe environment where healing can truly occur. My theoretical basis for counseling includes the integration of a Biblical worldview with compatible psychological perspectives. I also help clients find their true identity through a Christ-centered Identity Discovery Process.

I offer structured outpatient individual and group counseling for those adolescents and adults who struggle with life and all it's challenges. I believe that all people are able to make positive changes in their lives and find the lifestyle they desire. I strive to enhance and restore the worth and dignity of all individuals in need of counseling services.

Are you tired of trying to work through your problems on your own? Are there times where you feel emotionally or mentally checked out? Does it make you feel less than to ask for help? It is common to find yourself stuck in a cycle, lose your motivation or purpose, and just don’t know what to do next. Almost like you have tried everything to change or be better, but nothing seems to stick or work like you’d hoped. You didn’t realize the toll anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress was or could have on your relationships and reaching your goals. You’ve realized you need to talk to someone, and you probably have a lot of questions.

People come to therapy for validation, acceptance, and answers to the questions that seem unknown. You may be feeling hurt, lost, unheard, invalidated, and you are seeking answers. I can meet you where you are in your journey and help you navigate your way to your truth through my years of education and experience.

You’re overwhelmed, and the chaos and stress make you question “can life really get any better?” Heartbreak has brought hard feelings you don’t know what to do with. You might even say “I don’t feel like myself” and wonder if something is wrong with you. Your past causes anxiety that you’ve carried for years. You’re alone and feel like a burden on others. If this is you, you are not alone.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina and have been practicing for over 22 years with individuals who have been going through a broad range of concerns including excessive worry, depression, stress management, trauma, career development, behavioral concerns, impulsivity, child-parent interactions, grief and loss, relationship issues, life/work balance, and overall wellness.

I received Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have extensive experience in working with a wide variety of socio-economic backgrounds and cultures. I have experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, life transitions, women's issues, post-traumatic stress, bi-polar, psychotic disorders, substance abuse and many other issues. My approach is best described as Holistic & Integrative while it is self-empowering and collaborative. I utilize a variety of evidenced based approaches based on individual needs and preferences including but not limited to: Mindfulness and body centered approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Expressive Art Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Have complicated relationships and overwhelming emotions left you at a loss for what to do next? Do you feel like you are a screw-up with your partner and having a hard time believing you can succeed at anything? Perhaps you have made attempts at repairing relationships only to end up feeling more hurt and confused than before. You can’t stop thinking, “what’s wrong with me”. The racing thoughts and past memories are stuck in your head and you feel desperate to feel “normal”. You’re lonely and want to feel like the old you, but wonder if he/she still exists. If you are experiencing any of these emotions, you are not alone.

Don't over-think therapy. It's just not that complicated. When things get difficult, it's often hard to ask for help. We all face challenges, and we often overcome them on our own. Sometimes it takes much longer than we'd like, and that's when therapy comes into play. Why spend months or years taking on a situation or challenge by yourself, when you could work through it in far less time? Insanity is doing the same things, over and over, and expecting different results. Try something new, and break those old patterns.

Come as you are. We are an organization that believe change is possible. We are committed to helping people manage addiction, healthy marriages, relationship problems, grief issues, smoking cessation, anger problems, depression, anxiety and spiritual issues find resolve and live a satisfying life.

Therapy is a growth experience that can influence the way you view the world and yourself. As humans, we all experience times of discomfort and life transitions. Therapy is not only for those suffering from addiction or mental illness. It is also a way to gain skills, enhance your performance, and learn more about yourself. Barriers to becoming who you want to be can be explored in therapy and work to re-building life, relationships, and even your career.

I have been in the mental health field for over 15 years providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I believe that all people have a desire to improve their life. Through my counseling services, clients are provided tools to empower and understand themselves, as well as, improve their relationship with others. When clients are provided empathetic listening, and effective interpersonal skills to deal with anger, stress and communicate more effectively, success is a given and a healthier person arises. Allow me to take this powerful journey with you!

We all face mental and physical challenges, grief, relationship issues, and unexpected changes from time to time. I am here to assist you by treating you as a “whole” person. The mind, body, spirit, and environment influence total personal wellness. When these pieces work in harmony, you can overcome life’s obstacles while becoming the best version of yourself! We will collaborate to customize your wellness road map, so you can continue with your life's journey with purpose and meaning.

Are you over the feeling of being stuck in your head and tired all the time from your mind running in too many directions? Sometimes this looks like anxiety, stress, irritability, amoung many others; however, it could also be underlying trauma. Trauma comes in many forms and looks different for each person because of our bodys' various responses to outside experiences. We don't get a say in whether we want to take on an event as traumatic or not, but we do have the power to overcome what happens to us and find our purpose and meaning in life again.

If you find yourself wrestling with depression, anxiety, habits you'd like to leave behind, relationship issues, or anything in between I want to help you break the cycles that keep you stuck. Together we will focus on more than symptom alleviation, but gaining insight into the beliefs, behavioral patterns, and relational history that informs and influences what you do and what you believe about yourself.

Life can be hard and overwhelming. Do you need help in processing what you have experienced and in developing the skills to help you move forward in your life? I believe connection plays an important role in the healing process. Connection to self and others can be created through the therapeutic relationship and experiencing someone who listens intently, without judgment, offering a reflection of your unexpressed wants and needs. I enjoy working with people who have an interest in their own personal growth, taking a journey, and trying something new.

Do you find yourself struggling with life in the present… anxiety, depression, memories from the past? You want to move forward, live freely, and truly enjoy life, work, and meaningful relationships with others. You have goals you want to achieve and are tired of feeling held back. Through reflection you realize that many of these struggles are tied to the past... perhaps to childhood experiences, unhealthy relationships, trauma, or past difficult situations you went through. Perhaps you can't even quite identify the reason, you just feel a heavy emotional burden and that something is holding you back.