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Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW

Dr. Douglas Bates

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW (he, him)

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Greensboro, NC 27401
Let's Connect (336) 560-8970
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Welcome! I’m Dr. Douglas Bates, a passionate and competent licensed clinical therapist with experience in helping individuals navigate their mental health challenges. My mission is to empower you to overcome obstacles, develop resilience, and achieve your personal goals. In my therapeutic practice, I specialize in working with individuals, families and couples. Furthermore, I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, grief, anger issues and crisis management using a variety of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and a client centered - strengths based approach.
Prior to becoming a licensed clinical therapist, I worked full-time as a social worker, where I gained valuable experience serving a diverse range of populations, including the homeless, older adults, children, and individuals with mental health challenges.
I hold both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Social Work, along with a doctorate degree in Counselor Education and Supervision. I also am a licensed clinical social worker that is licensed for the state of North Carolina In addition to my work as a therapist, I am an Associate Professor and Department Chair for the Social Work Department at WSSU.
Call or Dr. Douglas Bates now for a free 15 minute consultation - (336) 560-8970

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Greensboro, NC 27401

(336) 560-8970
Please visit my website to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. Select a time that works best for you.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Greensboro, NC 27401

(336) 560-8970
Please visit my website to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. Select a time that works best for you.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Healthy Blue
  • Medicaid
  • WellCare
  • Out of Network
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Aetna, Self-Pay of $80 - $200 Per Session
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW
"
Aetna, Self-Pay of $80 - $200 Per Session
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / C017821 Douglas Bates
  • In Practice for 6 Years
  • License: ASWB P015339 / 2020
  • Attended University of South Carolina, Ph.D., Counselor Education and Supervision, Graduated 2018
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I am a licensed clinical therapist with experience in helping adults, children, and families in crisis. I am currently licensed in the state of North Carolina. I utilize a person-centered, strengths based approach while using interventions from specific therapeutic frameworks such as CBT.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW
"
I am a licensed clinical therapist with experience in helping adults, children, and families in crisis. I am currently licensed in the state of North Carolina. I utilize a person-centered, strengths based approach while using interventions from specific therapeutic frameworks such as CBT.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
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I work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, an emergency crisis and/or anger management. My goal is to establish rapport and build a trusting therapeutic relationship that assists you from a holistic person-in environment perspective.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW
"
I work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, an emergency crisis and/or anger management. My goal is to establish rapport and build a trusting therapeutic relationship that assists you from a holistic person-in environment perspective.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Single Mother

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Single Mother

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a person-center strengths based approach. Likewise, I also utilize intervention strategies from a Cognitive Behavior Therapy or Motivational Interviewing approach.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW
"
I use a person-center strengths based approach. Likewise, I also utilize intervention strategies from a Cognitive Behavior Therapy or Motivational Interviewing approach.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW

Location

Primary Location

Greensboro, NC 27401

(336) 560-8970
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Please visit my website to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. Select a time that works best for you.
Call for a free consultation now - (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW
"
Please visit my website to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. Select a time that works best for you.
Call for a free consultation now - (336) 560-8970
Photo of Dr. Douglas Bates, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dr. Douglas Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW