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HelIo and welcome to your new journey! I am Chasidy Alston LCSW-S. I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work jointly at NC A&T State University and University of North Carolina at Greensboro . I provide services in numerous settings and serve children/families, teenagers, and adults. Life is full of choices and challenges. Change is not easy, but you don't have to do it alone. It takes courage and support to make the choice to get to a healthier place. My goal is to help you!

I offer individual, family and group therapy. I specialize in using dance and drama therapy with individuals struggling with abuse, developmental/physical limitations, trauma and substance abuse. I offer a free telephone consultation. Each session has the opportunity to "move" instead of "sit" giving a chance to express feelings and emotions though your body. Achieving healing with mind and body. I can help those that have not had success with traditional therapies. During COVID-19 I will offer sessions on Zoom.

I have experience in integrating spiritual awareness along with my counseling to help my clients work on and learn to cope and work through their issues. I am committed to providing quality mental health care through a holistic approach to people in need. I believe that all people deserve the opportunity to lead healthy, happy and productive lives.

I have worked with children, teens, and families for the past sixteen years, first in an educational capacity and then in counseling and mentorship. While in graduate school for counseling, coursework has included family systems, marital conflict, crisis, career, human sexuality, and addictive behaviors. My practicum has involved domestic violence and sexual assault victims and perpetrators. My internship has included a very diverse population and a variety of concerns, but I have developed my focus toward teenagers, families, and couples. My passion is to help teens and families achieve their potential and live from a perspective of optimal holistic wellness.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist and I earned my degree from Amridge University. I have extensive experience in working with children, adolescents, and their families to achieve wellness and balance within the family unit. I enjoy working with couples in marital and premarital therapy along with blended families. I am a veteran with 8 years in the US. Army and I understand the difficulties of transitioning to civilian life. In addition, I have worked for 20+ years in the corporate environment and I am acutely aware of the stress of the working environment, job loss, and transition to a new career.

Are you or a loved one dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic experience? Do life transitions leave you grappling with feelings of depression or anxiety? Are you concerned about your child's negative behaviors, sleep disturbances, or difficulties during a divorce? It's important to understand that children primarily operate based on emotions, while adults tend to use rational thinking. This emotional focus can impact a child's ability to make effective decisions and express their feelings.

I'm a Black woman specializing in supporting individuals of all ages, including those dealing with substance abuse. With a deep understanding of human behavior and therapeutic approaches gained from my personal experience in therapy for over 8 years, I recognize the challenges life can bring and the transformative power of therapy.

The clients I serve find themselves being negatively impacted by unfortunate experiences in their lives. The three most prevalent commonalities are anxiety, stress, and prolonged feelings of sadness or depression. These symptoms can be accompanied by experiences of loss; loss of appetite, money, function, energy, employment, relationships, and oftentimes pleasure. This psychological distress can be rooted in fear, guilt, loneliness, disappointment, anger, resentment, and simple dissatisfaction.

Within our practice, we have a passion for providing competent and compassionate services to those individuals who trust us with their concerns, fear, and disappointments. Within a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, we offer a highly personalized approach that is tailored to client's unique situation and needs. Through our services, we work with children and adolescents (ages 3 through 18) with various emotional, educational, developmental, and behavioral challenges. We also work with adults with various psychological, interpersonal, and "life related" struggles. As part of our comprehensive assessment process, we provide an objective assessment of your presenting issues.

Clients find their success comes from within themselves once they begin to be honest with themselves about the issues causing problems in their lives. Counseling assists them to begin the process then it assists them through the process.

It can be overwhelming to navigate life on your own. While it may be scary, going to therapy can help you feel supported as you journey through the difficulties that life can present. I appreciate those who are willing to overcome their fears and allow me the honor of being a part of your story, helping you to navigate the obstacles.

It is frustrating to have tried everything, yet continue to feel in pain, sad, hopeless, stuck in the past, and worrying about the future, yourself, and your relationships. Stress, past trauma, chronic physical & mental illness can make you feel that way, affecting your quality of life (QOL). Imagine though a life where you get a boost of energy and motivation, quiet negative self-talk, cope better with stress, manage physical and emotional pain, build confidence, feel less worried, self-conscious and withdrawn, regain hope and pleasure in things you used to enjoy, live a healthier life style, and accomplish meaningful life goals.

My goal is to help you to discover your resources and to find and use your power to take a more active stance in your life. I provide counseling for adults, couples, and young women on relationship issues, power dynamics, conflict resolution, and issues around confidence, anxiety, or general 'stuckness', dealing with these concerns as women. I also provide counseling for mother/daughter pairs to help them build a stronger relationship, even as they grow individually.

I specialize in rebuilding lives after separation/divorce, healing process of grief and loss, overcoming traumas, and supporting individuals with difficulties related to depressive and anxiety disorders. I believe the foundation of psychotherapy is anchored in honesty, compassion and respect. My therapeutic approach when working with couples and individuals is an eclectic approach. This is more flexible and is multifaceted that allows me to use the most effective methods available to address client's individual needs. I work with teens and adults.

People come to therapy because they want to feel better. Maybe it's relationship problems or anxiety/depression, but whatever the reason, life has become uncomfortable or painfull. Most people want more understanding of themselves and their situation. That being said change is what we all seek in therapy.Making your life work better is the goal. My therapy will help you alter self-defeating ways, get a more realistic and accurate perspective, gain insight that leads to improving the quality of your life.

Ideal clients will understand they are the expert in their own lives; I am merely here to walk alongside them in their journey. Common issues include previous trauma (e.g. sexual abuse, interpersonal violence), anxiety, depression, and chronic stress. Goals range from decreasing levels of anxiety and depression to eliminating intrusive traumatic memories and nightmares. Coming to therapy without a "real" goal is absolutely okay too! We can work together to figure out what is realistic for your circumstances.

No matter what might bring you to counseling, it is my hope to help create a warm, open-minded, empowering counseling environment in which you feel accepted and able to make progress towards your counseling goals. I'm grounded in person-centered counseling (which emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and authenticity) that aims to meet each client where they are. I also often utilize CBT, Emotion Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Psychodynamic Therapy depending on clients' needs. I consider it a true honor and privilege to walk alongside clients as they pursue health and healing.

Welcome to the counseling journey! Does life become overwhelming and difficult to deal with at times? Would you like assistance setting and reaching your desired life goals? Would you like to identify the emotions or obstacles that hinders you from creating the life you desire to live? As a counselor, I assist individuals, couples, and families in search of healthy ways of viewing life and help them develop productive and practical ways of handling life situations. I offer flexible schedules via TELEHEALTH!!!