Experiential Therapy in Denver, NC
Melissa Switek
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, NC 28037
With additional training and a certificate in equine assisted growth and learning (EAGALA), I have experience in working with children, teens and parents who are experiencing difficulties with life challenges by utilizing this experiential therapy model with horses.
It takes a village to raise children and I am honored to be a resource for families during their journey. Whether your child is experiencing difficulties managing his or her emotions, has problems with impulsivity, is processing a traumatic event, or is lacking self esteem, there are strategies that can help. I utilize a person centered approach to counseling, meaning I strive to meet my clients where they are and encourage them to build on their natural abilities. I incorporate experiential techniques and cognitive behavioral skills into sessions to help my clients feel empowered to utilize these skills in their day to day life.
With additional training and a certificate in equine assisted growth and learning (EAGALA), I have experience in working with children, teens and parents who are experiencing difficulties with life challenges by utilizing this experiential therapy model with horses.
It takes a village to raise children and I am honored to be a resource for families during their journey. Whether your child is experiencing difficulties managing his or her emotions, has problems with impulsivity, is processing a traumatic event, or is lacking self esteem, there are strategies that can help. I utilize a person centered approach to counseling, meaning I strive to meet my clients where they are and encourage them to build on their natural abilities. I incorporate experiential techniques and cognitive behavioral skills into sessions to help my clients feel empowered to utilize these skills in their day to day life.
Victoria Mexcur
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS, LCAS, LIMHP, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, NC 28037
I offer equine interactions, somatic awareness, experiential therapy, EMDR and both traditional office and farm settings.
Coming here, clients like to take the time to get a deeper understanding of their needs and wants for personal growth. I offer a holistic, judgement free space combining traditional counseling services along with the opportunity to build relationships with horses to work through challenging experiences, thoughts, and feelings. Including horse interactions offers a different way of exploring these areas free of judgement or explanation, allowing us to heal naturally. It takes courage to explore the things that cause us distress and take the time to learn new things about our own abilities to “Tread Deep”.
I offer equine interactions, somatic awareness, experiential therapy, EMDR and both traditional office and farm settings.
Coming here, clients like to take the time to get a deeper understanding of their needs and wants for personal growth. I offer a holistic, judgement free space combining traditional counseling services along with the opportunity to build relationships with horses to work through challenging experiences, thoughts, and feelings. Including horse interactions offers a different way of exploring these areas free of judgement or explanation, allowing us to heal naturally. It takes courage to explore the things that cause us distress and take the time to learn new things about our own abilities to “Tread Deep”.
Trudie Crawford
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, NC 28037
I offer compassionate counseling to help you find joy and lasting change. It is an honor to support you as you move toward what you value most and to engage in a more harmonious and meaningful life. We will explore and embrace your individual strengths empowering you to address challenges and reinforce your resilience. The counseling relationship and our work together is characterized by empathy, trust and respect.
I offer compassionate counseling to help you find joy and lasting change. It is an honor to support you as you move toward what you value most and to engage in a more harmonious and meaningful life. We will explore and embrace your individual strengths empowering you to address challenges and reinforce your resilience. The counseling relationship and our work together is characterized by empathy, trust and respect.
Donna Murray
Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Denver, NC 28037 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Donna Murray and I look forward to connecting with you. I’ve had the joy of working in the counseling field for over 25 years in multiple settings including: private practice, inpatient and outpatient, home-based, school-based and residential detox. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the states of Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina and have been offering counseling services since 1996. Currently, I also serve on the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals.
Hello! My name is Donna Murray and I look forward to connecting with you. I’ve had the joy of working in the counseling field for over 25 years in multiple settings including: private practice, inpatient and outpatient, home-based, school-based and residential detox. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the states of Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina and have been offering counseling services since 1996. Currently, I also serve on the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals.
Iris Whitlock
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC , LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, NC 28037
Not accepting new clients
Currently, I am not accepting new clients & referring to trauma therapist, at the same practice, Brooke Bacote LCSWA.... Are you tired of being a prisoner to your own negative thoughts, trying everything to ease your sadness and frustration, but feel like you are going in circles? Maybe you've tried self-help books, talking to friends, staying busy, but to no avail. Have you gone through something recently or in the past, which was traumatic and painful, where you felt keeping to yourself was safest, & doing whatever you could to not get hurt again? Maybe you feel unsure about the world, anxious, unmotivated, and don't know why.
Currently, I am not accepting new clients & referring to trauma therapist, at the same practice, Brooke Bacote LCSWA.... Are you tired of being a prisoner to your own negative thoughts, trying everything to ease your sadness and frustration, but feel like you are going in circles? Maybe you've tried self-help books, talking to friends, staying busy, but to no avail. Have you gone through something recently or in the past, which was traumatic and painful, where you felt keeping to yourself was safest, & doing whatever you could to not get hurt again? Maybe you feel unsure about the world, anxious, unmotivated, and don't know why.
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L. JoAnn Mullinix
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cornelius, NC 28031
At Sanctuary Counseling Group, we believe in creating therapeutic relationships with our clients that promote the healing of heart, mind, and soul. Therapy is a Sacred Space. As a systemic therapist, I welcome individuals, couples, children, and family systems into the room. I believe in creating a non-judgmental and open context that will often draw from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and Mindfulness-based strategies. I received my Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University and was selected as the Student of the Year by the faculty.
At Sanctuary Counseling Group, we believe in creating therapeutic relationships with our clients that promote the healing of heart, mind, and soul. Therapy is a Sacred Space. As a systemic therapist, I welcome individuals, couples, children, and family systems into the room. I believe in creating a non-judgmental and open context that will often draw from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and Mindfulness-based strategies. I received my Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University and was selected as the Student of the Year by the faculty.
Mike Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Davidson, NC 28035
Is your drinking or drug use out of control? Has your depression or anxiety reached a point where you can't function? Then you may be a candidate for residential treatment and Promises Behavioral Health is here to help you. We have a dozen facilities across the country, offering the best in residential treatment for many conditions. Patients come to one of our welcoming locations and usually stay for an average of 3-4 weeks. While there, patients receive individual and group counseling, as well as participating in therapeutic recreational activities. We also have psychiatric staff at each facility to monitor medications.
Is your drinking or drug use out of control? Has your depression or anxiety reached a point where you can't function? Then you may be a candidate for residential treatment and Promises Behavioral Health is here to help you. We have a dozen facilities across the country, offering the best in residential treatment for many conditions. Patients come to one of our welcoming locations and usually stay for an average of 3-4 weeks. While there, patients receive individual and group counseling, as well as participating in therapeutic recreational activities. We also have psychiatric staff at each facility to monitor medications.
Alexis Walters
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cornelius, NC 28031
I work with individuals, couples, and families and utilize models of treatment that focus on healthy relationships, emotional awareness and expression, increasing positive self-talk and improving quality of life. I have experience working in the community mental health field, as well as in Inpatient and Outpatient Dual Diagnosis Substance Use and Mental Health Treatment centers. I utilize modalities of treatment including Emotion-Focused Therapy, Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
I work with individuals, couples, and families and utilize models of treatment that focus on healthy relationships, emotional awareness and expression, increasing positive self-talk and improving quality of life. I have experience working in the community mental health field, as well as in Inpatient and Outpatient Dual Diagnosis Substance Use and Mental Health Treatment centers. I utilize modalities of treatment including Emotion-Focused Therapy, Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
Michelle E Nash
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Huntersville, NC 28078
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for taking the first steps toward pursuing counseling. Finding a counselor who is a right fit is an important part of that process! It is my desire to assist you in every way possible. At heart, I am a helper, encourager, and challenger. What this means is that in sessions, I take a compassionate, direct, creative, and patient approach. It is important that you are heard clearly, your goals are made a priority, and resources are presented to help you utilize your own strengths to reach those goals. Our counseling environment will facilitate a safe atmosphere for anything you desire to share and process.
Thank you for taking the first steps toward pursuing counseling. Finding a counselor who is a right fit is an important part of that process! It is my desire to assist you in every way possible. At heart, I am a helper, encourager, and challenger. What this means is that in sessions, I take a compassionate, direct, creative, and patient approach. It is important that you are heard clearly, your goals are made a priority, and resources are presented to help you utilize your own strengths to reach those goals. Our counseling environment will facilitate a safe atmosphere for anything you desire to share and process.
Brenda Marie Alloway
Psychologist, PhD, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davidson, NC 28036 (Online Only)
TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE FOR ANY CLIENT LOCATED IN NORTH CAROLINA. Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired?? I can help! You don't have to live with anxiety or depression any longer. I have a track record for helping people decrease/eliminate depression and anxiety using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), the most effective evidence-based psychological treatment. If you would like joy back in your life, please contact me, I would love to help!
TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE FOR ANY CLIENT LOCATED IN NORTH CAROLINA. Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired?? I can help! You don't have to live with anxiety or depression any longer. I have a track record for helping people decrease/eliminate depression and anxiety using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), the most effective evidence-based psychological treatment. If you would like joy back in your life, please contact me, I would love to help!
Andrea Miller
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, MS, EdS, LCMHC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cornelius, NC 28031
Are you a stressed out mom? Feeling the mental challenges of pregnancy, parenting, and finding time for yourself? Needing someone to help you find hope in the overwhelm? Pregnancy and parenting are hard. I provide perinatal and postpartum counseling to mothers and birthing persons struggling with anxiety, depression, infertility, and grief. Whether you are struggling to become a mom or overwhelmed in motherhood, I offer a compassionate and collaborative approach. I walk alongside you to help you find the hope and healing you are looking for!
Are you a stressed out mom? Feeling the mental challenges of pregnancy, parenting, and finding time for yourself? Needing someone to help you find hope in the overwhelm? Pregnancy and parenting are hard. I provide perinatal and postpartum counseling to mothers and birthing persons struggling with anxiety, depression, infertility, and grief. Whether you are struggling to become a mom or overwhelmed in motherhood, I offer a compassionate and collaborative approach. I walk alongside you to help you find the hope and healing you are looking for!
Carrie Barto
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Huntersville, NC 28078
Waitlist for new clients
Life is always changing direction keeping us in a constant state of transition. At times these changes can become overwhelming. Some of these changes include death of a loved one, relationship status, identity issues, and unresolved childhood pain. You don't need to struggle through these hard times on your own. You deserve support, understanding, and care in a non-judgmental environment. You don't have to be alone; I'm here for you.
Life is always changing direction keeping us in a constant state of transition. At times these changes can become overwhelming. Some of these changes include death of a loved one, relationship status, identity issues, and unresolved childhood pain. You don't need to struggle through these hard times on your own. You deserve support, understanding, and care in a non-judgmental environment. You don't have to be alone; I'm here for you.
Jennifer K Roach
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Huntersville, NC 28078
Do you feel stuck or trapped in this season of your life? Are you tired of being pulled in different directions and not having a voice? Discover your Freedom today! I specialize in helping clients heal and become empowered so they can live from their authentic self. Reach out today to uncover the restorative power that lives IN YOU.
Do you feel stuck or trapped in this season of your life? Are you tired of being pulled in different directions and not having a voice? Discover your Freedom today! I specialize in helping clients heal and become empowered so they can live from their authentic self. Reach out today to uncover the restorative power that lives IN YOU.
Misty C. Marlowe
Psychological Associate, MA, LPA
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
My practice includes work with families, couples, and individuals ages 3 and older. My office is small and I work part-time because I also teach at colleges in Charlotte and surrounding areas. My clients have told me they feel very comfortable working with me and they appreciate my direct and results-oriented approach. Although I assist my clients with a wide variety of problems and challenges, my specialties include play therapy, trauma, and work/life issues. I love my job and I am always happy to help!
My practice includes work with families, couples, and individuals ages 3 and older. My office is small and I work part-time because I also teach at colleges in Charlotte and surrounding areas. My clients have told me they feel very comfortable working with me and they appreciate my direct and results-oriented approach. Although I assist my clients with a wide variety of problems and challenges, my specialties include play therapy, trauma, and work/life issues. I love my job and I am always happy to help!
Hunter Reece
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
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.
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.
DeborahCare PLLC
Counselor, MA, LCMHC-A
Verified Verified
Huntersville, NC 28078 (Online Only)
I feel called to working with broken hearted children in adult bodies. Why is it so hard to love ourselves? Why do we believe all the negative things that our parents, families, siblings, friends, neighbors or coworkers have said about us? The truth is that you are worthy! You are deserving! Let me help you on your journey to self love, self worth and self belief. My goal is to be that safe place where you can learn to love yourself. My role is to listen, empathize and facilitate such healing and to provide support. deborahcare.org
I feel called to working with broken hearted children in adult bodies. Why is it so hard to love ourselves? Why do we believe all the negative things that our parents, families, siblings, friends, neighbors or coworkers have said about us? The truth is that you are worthy! You are deserving! Let me help you on your journey to self love, self worth and self belief. My goal is to be that safe place where you can learn to love yourself. My role is to listen, empathize and facilitate such healing and to provide support. deborahcare.org
Kathryn M Durden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCASA
Verified Verified
Huntersville, NC 28078
I seek to provide a safe, supportive and affirming environment for all genders, races, religions, and cultures. Being passionate about working with individuals, couples or families in life stage transitions, or just seeking change. My approach to therapy is a collaborative, strengths-based, Solution Focused perspective and I deliver it in an empathetic, non-confrontational, and non-judgmental manner. Meeting my clients where they are and helping them get through life's journey creating healthier relationships.
I seek to provide a safe, supportive and affirming environment for all genders, races, religions, and cultures. Being passionate about working with individuals, couples or families in life stage transitions, or just seeking change. My approach to therapy is a collaborative, strengths-based, Solution Focused perspective and I deliver it in an empathetic, non-confrontational, and non-judgmental manner. Meeting my clients where they are and helping them get through life's journey creating healthier relationships.
Sean Anthony Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Huntersville, NC 28078
I primarily work with adults who experience emotional dysregulation, relationship issues, and an inability to cope with the stressors of everyday life. With a background in addiction counseling, I am able to support people with substance abuse and dependency; and as a former hospital chaplain, I have a passion for working with people who are experiencing difficulties adapting to life’s changes. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Gestalt Therapy, blending these two therapies together I use an emotionally supportive and experiential approach called Schema Therapy.
I primarily work with adults who experience emotional dysregulation, relationship issues, and an inability to cope with the stressors of everyday life. With a background in addiction counseling, I am able to support people with substance abuse and dependency; and as a former hospital chaplain, I have a passion for working with people who are experiencing difficulties adapting to life’s changes. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Gestalt Therapy, blending these two therapies together I use an emotionally supportive and experiential approach called Schema Therapy.
Lisa Firullo
MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cornelius, NC 28031 (Online Only)
If you feel overwhelmed, can't shut your brain off and worry about many things, I understand. I have a passion for supporting people with anxiety, depression, and navigating daily life stressors and challenges. I support people to navigate big transitions and create the life they want. I believe our thinking pattern, and the way we interpret the world, influence behaviors and can keep us in our current state. By adjusting these patterns we can begin to change the outcome. I work with people to build confidence, self-compassion and self-esteem, to move from stuck to thriving, heal, and live with more joy.
If you feel overwhelmed, can't shut your brain off and worry about many things, I understand. I have a passion for supporting people with anxiety, depression, and navigating daily life stressors and challenges. I support people to navigate big transitions and create the life they want. I believe our thinking pattern, and the way we interpret the world, influence behaviors and can keep us in our current state. By adjusting these patterns we can begin to change the outcome. I work with people to build confidence, self-compassion and self-esteem, to move from stuck to thriving, heal, and live with more joy.
Maria Curran
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Huntersville, NC 28070
Clients motivated to make change or enhance their interpersonal skills and relationships are my forte. I like working with clients of all ages on family relationships, interpersonal skills, parenting and co-parenting, anxiety/depression management, creativity and personal growth. I also have extensive experience working with domestic violence and trauma victims and adoptive families. I employ experiential techniques to enhance communication and understanding throughout the healing and growth process. I also provide Child Specialist services for collaborative/cooperative divorce candidates and parent coaching/consultation.
Clients motivated to make change or enhance their interpersonal skills and relationships are my forte. I like working with clients of all ages on family relationships, interpersonal skills, parenting and co-parenting, anxiety/depression management, creativity and personal growth. I also have extensive experience working with domestic violence and trauma victims and adoptive families. I employ experiential techniques to enhance communication and understanding throughout the healing and growth process. I also provide Child Specialist services for collaborative/cooperative divorce candidates and parent coaching/consultation.
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- Mooresville
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Experiential Therapy
How does experiential therapy work?
Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.
Is experiential therapy evidence-based?
Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.
How long does experiential therapy last?
The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
Does experiential therapy help with trauma?
Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.