Domestic Abuse Therapists in 28204

Many of us need an experienced caring professional to walk with us as we question, and confront our personal pain. The struggle may come in the form of loss, trauma, or overwhelming confusion. Although we often feel hopeless and helpless at these moments, the pain and struggle offer us unique opportunities for discovery and growth. l help my client work towards awareness, understanding, and healing. I work with grief, abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship issues. Improved communication, boundaries, parenting, conflict resolution and forgiveness strengthen and heal relationships. Together we identify unhealthy thoughts and patterns that keep one stuck.

Life’s challenges can be overwhelming, and sometimes we need help. Perhaps you're experiencing a life transition or feel disconnected and find it hard to manage your emotions. Our thoughts, feelings and behaviors influence every area of our lives, often negatively impacting our relationships, our work and self-care. Seeking support is a significant first step in honoring your need for growth and change. I offer a safe place to be heard and understood and collaboratively we will identify therapeutic goals. I affirm clients from all backgrounds, gender expression/identity, sexual orientation, race, culture, and ability status.

Life after abuse is isolating. Talking about the abuse with loved ones feels unwelcome at best — unwanted at worst. You feel misunderstood. You feel like a stranger even to yourself. It is normal for the effects of being sexually abused at a young age to surface later in life. I recognize the profound impact that childhood trauma can have on our adult lives, often showing up in ways we may not fully understand. If you find yourself struggling to move past this weight, know that you're not alone. Taking the first step toward healing is a courageous choice, and I am honored to be a part of your journey.

You are the only expert of your own life, but sometimes we need a little help. My perspective is that I'm the GPS and you're the driver- you know where you are isn't where you want to be and I am there to guide you and re-route as needed. I have worked with a wide range of clients with a focus on military members and dependents, life stressors, trauma (combat and otherwise), marital distress, depression, anxiety, and domestic violence. I am LGBT+, kink, and sex work friendly. I believe that it takes courage to come to therapy and you deserve authenticity and a space where you can address your concerns without fear of being judged.

I approach counseling with compassion and curiosity, with the goal of offering space for others to work through difficult emotions and experiences. I encourage those I work with to show the same curiosity and compassion toward themselves as I know this work can be challenging at times, but also exceptionally rewarding. I utilize psychodynamic techniques in therapy, which are targeted toward helping people understand how their unique history affects their present lives and relationships. Through this insight individuals can find healing and become more equipped to make the lasting changes they want to see in their life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who was trained at Columbia University, New York City, and the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health, New York City. I have worked in a variety of settings in New York City and here in North Carolina. I view therapy as a way of working on relationships or issues that are causing distress or problems in one's life. I use a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. I am a Humanist in terms of my philosophy. I see life as a journey. Therapy can make that journey more fulfilling.

I understand that entering therapy is a very difficult decision and one that you may have been thinking about for some time. My initial goal would be to make sure that working with me would be a good fit for you. I hope to provide you with a warm, kind, and genuine environment. Overcoming emotional distress, whether it is depression, anxiety, relationship problems, or postpartum issues can happen in a therapeutic environment. My goal in therapy is to help you through these difficult times, and give you the tools you need to cope with life's stressors.

I've had the honor and privilege of helping individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, personality disorder, and substance use. I enjoy working with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and work diligently to treat all people with dignity and respect.

I am here to help women who don't feel like themselves anymore. I assist women seeking help for anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, trauma, career stress, pregnancy depression/anxiety, grief/loss, infertility, postpartum mental health, self care, and more. If you are a woman who is overwhelmed and feeling isolated you are not alone. I am here to help by providing a supportive space for you to share and process your thoughts & feelings with no judgement or shame. I provide the support you need as you navigate life on your journey into or through motherhood. Book an appointment online today!

Dr. Lisa Long is a psychologist based in Charlotte, North Carolina. She specializes in forensic and clinical psychological evaluations and is a qualified expert witness and court-appointed evaluator in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Kentucky. Dr. Long provides contract psychological evaluations to the Department of Social Services and the Department of Juvenile Justice and consults with attorneys on criminal and civil matters. In addition, she performs psychological evaluations for family law and immigration cases. Dr. Long is fluent in Spanish, proficient in Arabic and Russian, and holds active licenses in multiple states.

If you feel unsure on how to navigate through daily life stress, you're not alone. Sometimes we get caught up in the different roles we fulfill and lose ourselves in the process. Maybe you've coped with mental and emotional instability by suppressing how you feel or have engaged in negative behaviors that make the situation worse. Whatever your going through, it won't define who you are nor should you allow it to hold you hostage. You have the inner strength to push through any circumstance, all you need is support and the right motivation.

I’m so glad you’re here. Making the decision to reach out for help takes tremendous courage and vulnerability. Great job on taking this first step. Maybe you're here because you're struggling with recurring anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges. Or maybe you've tried therapy before and it helped briefly, but you found yourself repeating the same patterns shortly after. If you're ready to do the deep work to uncover and heal the root cause of your distress so that you see lasting change in your life, I'd be honored to support you on this journey.

Often times we approach a point in life where we just need to reset. Have you experienced difficulty moving forward, being accepted or finding your way in new spaces? Do you find yourself with racing thoughts, difficulty concentrating, and consistent overthinking. Do you need to learn how to set safe boundaries and walk in a path full of promise? Are you ready to break free from toxic thought patterns and negative self-talk? Do you want to embrace and believe the statement "I am enough"? If anxiety, fear, depression, or shame have been thoughts you've had over the past month. It's time for change and change starts here.

I'm a holistic, multicultural therapist helping teens and adults with trauma, eating disorders, self-worth, body image, anxiety and depression. I'm EMDR trained and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. If you've experienced a traumatic event I can help you gently work towards healing, return to your "old self" and develop resiliency. If you are struggling with negative body image or disordered eating you may be consumed by thoughts of calories or are very unhappy with your body. You are not alone. I'm here to help you uncover the roots of your eating disorder and rebuild a strong sense of fulfillment.

I believe our mental health is just as important as our physical health, and my goal is to remove the stigmatism that is associated with addressing what is often times referred to is “mental illness.” When in fact, one of the benefits of counseling is to find a neutral resource to directly listen to you and to help you sort through “life", when things become overwhelming and challenging. My therapeutic style is to focus on the solution and not the actual problem. My goal is to provide you with the tools necessary to fill your toolbox.

There comes a time when we need some support from a professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. It takes strength and courage to ask for help. Just by being here, you are already starting your path toward recovery. I’m a licensed Psychologist in the greater Charlotte area, and I have over 10 years of therapy experience. My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental. I am trained as a generalist in clinical psychology and I have treated individuals with a broad spectrum of mental health issues. My specialty areas are trauma, low self-worth, anxiety, depression, binge eating disorder, and body image issues.

I am interested in your story and feel privileged to provide a caring presence for adults and couples who are seeking liberation from patterns of thinking and behaving that have led to suffering. I believe all people have inherent strengths, and that our work together can lead to new ways of understanding that will result in a life lived more fully. Perhaps you are interested in pre-marital counseling, are ready to consider issues in your relationships, or address and treat anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress. If so, I would like to help you.

I specialize in working with individuals that are wanting to find peace in relationships - both with themselves and with others. After trauma, difficult situations, or toxic relationships, it is easy to shut down and experience loss of purpose, spiritual questioning, isolation, depression, or anxiety. I work with people like you to heal from your past, learn about yourself, and grow towards your future. I don't know what brought you here but everyone has a story and I would love to help you process yours.

We are licensed in Utah, Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.