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Lindsay Okeefe
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
These include Internal Family Systems Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness based CBT and DBT, and trauma sensitive yoga.
I work with adults and couples who have a wide range of goals and challenges. I believe connection to oneself, to others, to community and to spirit are fundamental issues that underlie the particular problems people bring to therapy, as well as the solutions that emerge through therapeutic work.
These include Internal Family Systems Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness based CBT and DBT, and trauma sensitive yoga.
I work with adults and couples who have a wide range of goals and challenges. I believe connection to oneself, to others, to community and to spirit are fundamental issues that underlie the particular problems people bring to therapy, as well as the solutions that emerge through therapeutic work.
(828) 484-0019 View (828) 484-0019
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Chris Byrne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
As a parent, I understand the intensity and complexity of family relationships, so the family system is an important point of exploration in my work with clients.
I believe that the deepest healing happens when therapy is rooted in connection, empathy, and compassion, so my first goal is to create an environment in which you feel understood and supported. Likewise, I believe we are truly whole when our most important relationships are thriving – including our relationship with ourselves. Strengthening these relationships is a primary focus of my therapeutic approach, along with the attainment of embodiment, mindfulness, and freedom. I work from a psychodynamic and experiential perspective to guide you towards an experience of authenticity and alignment with yourself, others, and the world.
As a parent, I understand the intensity and complexity of family relationships, so the family system is an important point of exploration in my work with clients.
I believe that the deepest healing happens when therapy is rooted in connection, empathy, and compassion, so my first goal is to create an environment in which you feel understood and supported. Likewise, I believe we are truly whole when our most important relationships are thriving – including our relationship with ourselves. Strengthening these relationships is a primary focus of my therapeutic approach, along with the attainment of embodiment, mindfulness, and freedom. I work from a psychodynamic and experiential perspective to guide you towards an experience of authenticity and alignment with yourself, others, and the world.
(512) 548-8916 View (512) 548-8916
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Blair Hamel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Waitlist for new clients
Call me today and we can discuss a plan to get you or your family growing toward betterment!.
Therapy can be useful to people from all walks of life. Attending therapy can be helpful for everyone. No matter how big or small your struggle, never hesitate to ask for help. I'm here to support you! I'm Dr. Blair Hamel and I have over nine years of experience helping children, teens, and adults in various clinical settings.
Call me today and we can discuss a plan to get you or your family growing toward betterment!.
Therapy can be useful to people from all walks of life. Attending therapy can be helpful for everyone. No matter how big or small your struggle, never hesitate to ask for help. I'm here to support you! I'm Dr. Blair Hamel and I have over nine years of experience helping children, teens, and adults in various clinical settings.
(704) 769-2542 View (704) 769-2542
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Brianna Cuthrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Modalities I include but not limited to DBT, CBT, EMDR, solution focused & family systems.
Life can be downright hard when you are trying to juggle everything life is throwing at you. Perhaps you want more clarity in life or want to find a new direction. You may feel stuck and having a hard time moving forward. It can be exhausting trying to muster up the energy to get out of bed and take care of your responsibilities and yourself. You may have thoughts you are not worthy or have a fractured sense of self. What would it feel like to have the energy and motivation to finally take on the day again, to feel worthy to live the life you want, or to smash those goals you have put off?
Modalities I include but not limited to DBT, CBT, EMDR, solution focused & family systems.
Life can be downright hard when you are trying to juggle everything life is throwing at you. Perhaps you want more clarity in life or want to find a new direction. You may feel stuck and having a hard time moving forward. It can be exhausting trying to muster up the energy to get out of bed and take care of your responsibilities and yourself. You may have thoughts you are not worthy or have a fractured sense of self. What would it feel like to have the energy and motivation to finally take on the day again, to feel worthy to live the life you want, or to smash those goals you have put off?
(828) 949-1834 View (828) 949-1834
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Guy Morganstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my background includes extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, and EFT Meridian Tapping, (which an easy to learn tapping technique proven extremely helpful in reducing anxiety, traumatic memories, anger, physical pain, and other issues), conflict resolution skills, and stress management.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! With over 35 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience, I believe that anyone can make changes necessary to improve their mood, relationships, and quality of life. My focus is on helping you, your partner, and your family implement practical strategies to solve problems, reach goals, and create lasting change. Areas of focus include helping couples improve communication and avoid patterns which result in conflict, and helping people with behavior, anger, or mood issues. I work with you in a safe, compassionate, and confidential environment, and respect of your needs and desires.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my background includes extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, and EFT Meridian Tapping, (which an easy to learn tapping technique proven extremely helpful in reducing anxiety, traumatic memories, anger, physical pain, and other issues), conflict resolution skills, and stress management.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! With over 35 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience, I believe that anyone can make changes necessary to improve their mood, relationships, and quality of life. My focus is on helping you, your partner, and your family implement practical strategies to solve problems, reach goals, and create lasting change. Areas of focus include helping couples improve communication and avoid patterns which result in conflict, and helping people with behavior, anger, or mood issues. I work with you in a safe, compassionate, and confidential environment, and respect of your needs and desires.
(828) 337-7549 View (828) 337-7549
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Rachael Bruton (Mark)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
I am trained in Internal Family System's and Progressive Counting.
Are you looking to deepen your life experiences and live a more authentic life? Perhaps be relieved of the burdens your past trauma's carry? I can help. Seeking support is a brave and courageous decision. I am so happy you are here. I work with adults who are struggling with body image issues, disordered eating/eating disorders, ADHD (or presumed ADHD), depression, and grief/loss. A specialty of mine is working with people who live in larger size bodies per American beauty standards using a HAES (health at every size) approach. I truly believe you deserve to feel connected with yourself, your body, your community, and this earth.
I am trained in Internal Family System's and Progressive Counting.
Are you looking to deepen your life experiences and live a more authentic life? Perhaps be relieved of the burdens your past trauma's carry? I can help. Seeking support is a brave and courageous decision. I am so happy you are here. I work with adults who are struggling with body image issues, disordered eating/eating disorders, ADHD (or presumed ADHD), depression, and grief/loss. A specialty of mine is working with people who live in larger size bodies per American beauty standards using a HAES (health at every size) approach. I truly believe you deserve to feel connected with yourself, your body, your community, and this earth.
(828) 554-2342 View (828) 554-2342
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Maggie Wiener
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
I have clinical training in Polyvagal Interventions, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Family Systems, Theraplay, DBT, Brainspotting, Mindfulness and additional emotional regulation techniques.
My diverse clinical experience has led me to embrace working with kids through adults; as well as families and couples. My clients are seeking therapy to navigate difficult life transitions, create repair after impactful life experiences, navigate complex relationships, regain their ability to experience a full range of emotion and have accountability without shame. Often, they are aware and understand what should be helpful to them, but struggle to turn that knowledge into change. We will work together to explore your relationship with yourself, how it developed and how it is impacting your ability to live a fulfilled life.
I have clinical training in Polyvagal Interventions, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Family Systems, Theraplay, DBT, Brainspotting, Mindfulness and additional emotional regulation techniques.
My diverse clinical experience has led me to embrace working with kids through adults; as well as families and couples. My clients are seeking therapy to navigate difficult life transitions, create repair after impactful life experiences, navigate complex relationships, regain their ability to experience a full range of emotion and have accountability without shame. Often, they are aware and understand what should be helpful to them, but struggle to turn that knowledge into change. We will work together to explore your relationship with yourself, how it developed and how it is impacting your ability to live a fulfilled life.
(828) 548-4173 View (828) 548-4173
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Forsyth Family Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
Forsyth Family Counseling builds a personalized treatment plan using the most effective Evidence-Based treatments.
Our licensed therapists have extensive training and experience in issues affecting adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families. We specialize in treating a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, attachment, addiction, grief, women/men's issues, ADHD, oppositional/defiance, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, OCD, and much more. We also offer extensive effective parenting training if your child is oppositional, defiant, and sometimes even aggressive.
Forsyth Family Counseling builds a personalized treatment plan using the most effective Evidence-Based treatments.
Our licensed therapists have extensive training and experience in issues affecting adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families. We specialize in treating a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, attachment, addiction, grief, women/men's issues, ADHD, oppositional/defiance, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, OCD, and much more. We also offer extensive effective parenting training if your child is oppositional, defiant, and sometimes even aggressive.
(828) 367-1010 View (828) 367-1010
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Sophie Williams
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
I utilize a family systems approach to get a better understanding of family dynamics, the root of conflict, and needs for communication.
The current world we live in is so stressful. Demands are continuously asked of us from work, school, family, and friends. It’s hard to keep up! Having a place to land with a nonjudgmental, caring ear can help. If you struggle with daily overwhelm, anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, or family/relationship conflict, I would love to connect. I currently provide outpatient care for families and individuals at Forsyth Family Counseling in Asheville. I specialize in providing trauma-informed, person-centered care.
I utilize a family systems approach to get a better understanding of family dynamics, the root of conflict, and needs for communication.
The current world we live in is so stressful. Demands are continuously asked of us from work, school, family, and friends. It’s hard to keep up! Having a place to land with a nonjudgmental, caring ear can help. If you struggle with daily overwhelm, anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, or family/relationship conflict, I would love to connect. I currently provide outpatient care for families and individuals at Forsyth Family Counseling in Asheville. I specialize in providing trauma-informed, person-centered care.
(828) 970-1514 View (828) 970-1514
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Reuben W Travis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
My areas of focus include: mindfulness, trauma, adolescence, family systems, parenting and co-parenting relationships, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, life changes, stress management, existential matters, and personal growth.
My areas of focus include: mindfulness, trauma, adolescence, family systems, parenting and co-parenting relationships, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, life changes, stress management, existential matters, and personal growth.
(828) 554-8060 View (828) 554-8060
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Corey Costanzo
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LCAS, LMBT, SEP
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
I also treat co-occurring mental health disorders that may be present along with a substance related issue, or help you navigate a family members addiction.
Lets explore your life experience in a new and exciting way. I see suffering as an opportunity to break free from old patterns, habits, and ways of thinking that are not working for you anymore. It's a call from deep inside saying, "something needs to shift". This shift can come from exploring a relationship to a substance that you are using, and the pain, anxiety, depression, or a general sense of not loving your life that may come with it. Your unique journey is here right now, and experiencing it from a nonjudgmental perspective can be a vital ingredient to moving past whatever is holding you back from living your best life.
I also treat co-occurring mental health disorders that may be present along with a substance related issue, or help you navigate a family members addiction.
Lets explore your life experience in a new and exciting way. I see suffering as an opportunity to break free from old patterns, habits, and ways of thinking that are not working for you anymore. It's a call from deep inside saying, "something needs to shift". This shift can come from exploring a relationship to a substance that you are using, and the pain, anxiety, depression, or a general sense of not loving your life that may come with it. Your unique journey is here right now, and experiencing it from a nonjudgmental perspective can be a vital ingredient to moving past whatever is holding you back from living your best life.
(828) 970-1704 View (828) 970-1704
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Lindsay Minnema
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
I am an LCMHCA with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Concordia University Irvine. My clinical foundation is based in a person-centered approach utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques. This means that through a non-judgmental, authentic relationship we will work together to develop new skills and work toward your unique goals. I am open to working with a range of ages and concerns with a particular interest in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, family of origin difficulties, self-esteem issues, grief and loss, and life transitions. I am currently training in and able to practice EMDR therapy.
I am an LCMHCA with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Concordia University Irvine. My clinical foundation is based in a person-centered approach utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques. This means that through a non-judgmental, authentic relationship we will work together to develop new skills and work toward your unique goals. I am open to working with a range of ages and concerns with a particular interest in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, family of origin difficulties, self-esteem issues, grief and loss, and life transitions. I am currently training in and able to practice EMDR therapy.
(828) 367-1010 View (828) 367-1010
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Sarah Herndon Sanborn
Counselor, MS, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
I have experience working with children, teens and adults dealing with a range of issues including: pre/postpartum mood, depression, anxiety, sports performance, disordered eating, stressed family systems, self-harm, perfectionism, identity issues and parenthood.
Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate at Melissa Villodas Counseling and Consulting. Working with new parents, children and athletes is my passion. I have additional training in perinatal care and am working towards my Certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). Supporting you through your time of transition, stress or discomfort and helping you move to a place of peace and growth is my goal.
I have experience working with children, teens and adults dealing with a range of issues including: pre/postpartum mood, depression, anxiety, sports performance, disordered eating, stressed family systems, self-harm, perfectionism, identity issues and parenthood.
Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate at Melissa Villodas Counseling and Consulting. Working with new parents, children and athletes is my passion. I have additional training in perinatal care and am working towards my Certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). Supporting you through your time of transition, stress or discomfort and helping you move to a place of peace and growth is my goal.
(828) 827-5258 View (828) 827-5258
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T.j. Stiers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801  (Online Only)
While there, I developed a love of the Latino Culture and began to understand how family systems can be developed and maintained.
The process of therapy is about removing your personal blocks to healing and helping you to remember all that is good, right, and well within you. The path to achieving this can be varied and uniquely personal. I use a variety of methods including traditional psychotherapy and EMDR to assist you in your process. I have helped clients process traumatic memories, cope with grief, and move from anxiety and depression to states of mindful calmness and well being.
While there, I developed a love of the Latino Culture and began to understand how family systems can be developed and maintained.
The process of therapy is about removing your personal blocks to healing and helping you to remember all that is good, right, and well within you. The path to achieving this can be varied and uniquely personal. I use a variety of methods including traditional psychotherapy and EMDR to assist you in your process. I have helped clients process traumatic memories, cope with grief, and move from anxiety and depression to states of mindful calmness and well being.
(828) 597-0638 View (828) 597-0638
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N. Diane Stamey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, LMFT, LFBPC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
My ideal client is a person who is finding life, love and work challenging! I have been a Christian psychotherapist for over thirty years. My extensive education. my two NC licenses and a three year Residency in Pastoral Counseling at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital has equipped me to handle both acute and chronic mental health issues. I like working with Couples, Families, Children, Teens, Adults and Seniors! My specialties are Family Issues, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Bi-polar Disorders, Grief and Medical Issues. I like these websites: ADAA.org. and anxieties.com. Find me on Facebook@Mountain Center For Pastoral Counseling.
My ideal client is a person who is finding life, love and work challenging! I have been a Christian psychotherapist for over thirty years. My extensive education. my two NC licenses and a three year Residency in Pastoral Counseling at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital has equipped me to handle both acute and chronic mental health issues. I like working with Couples, Families, Children, Teens, Adults and Seniors! My specialties are Family Issues, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Bi-polar Disorders, Grief and Medical Issues. I like these websites: ADAA.org. and anxieties.com. Find me on Facebook@Mountain Center For Pastoral Counseling.
(828) 348-6863 View (828) 348-6863
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Page D. Albright
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
I have been a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) for the past 30 years serving diverse/multicultural populations that include adults and older adolescents My goal is to provide a safe and accepting environment where you feel comfortable to explore. discover and remove the blocks that have kept you trapped/struck from moving in the direction you desire. In my "toolbox," I employ various tech/strategies some of which you will learn to use on your own. I have been trained in a variety of modalities CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, IFS, and family systems therapy.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) for the past 30 years serving diverse/multicultural populations that include adults and older adolescents My goal is to provide a safe and accepting environment where you feel comfortable to explore. discover and remove the blocks that have kept you trapped/struck from moving in the direction you desire. In my "toolbox," I employ various tech/strategies some of which you will learn to use on your own. I have been trained in a variety of modalities CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, IFS, and family systems therapy.
(828) 615-8240 View (828) 615-8240
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Melissa J. Villodas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHCS, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
I have specialized training in Family Centered Treatment, Trauma Informed Care, and EMDR.
Are you feeling frustrated or confused as to what to do next to support your child? Has something changed and they just don't seem like them self lately? Maybe they are acting different or distancing them self, struggling at school, stressed by peer relationships, seem more irritable and angry, have low motivation. Are they struggling with regulating or coping with uncomfortable emotions? Perhaps they are coming out sideways: excessive worry, defiance, refusal, self-harm, eating struggles, anger, withdrawing. My goal is to provide a secure, safe, supportive space for you and your child to share, heal, grow and thrive.
I have specialized training in Family Centered Treatment, Trauma Informed Care, and EMDR.
Are you feeling frustrated or confused as to what to do next to support your child? Has something changed and they just don't seem like them self lately? Maybe they are acting different or distancing them self, struggling at school, stressed by peer relationships, seem more irritable and angry, have low motivation. Are they struggling with regulating or coping with uncomfortable emotions? Perhaps they are coming out sideways: excessive worry, defiance, refusal, self-harm, eating struggles, anger, withdrawing. My goal is to provide a secure, safe, supportive space for you and your child to share, heal, grow and thrive.
(828) 348-4719 View (828) 348-4719
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Resilient Networks, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
Network updates may include: Emotional regulation, ADHD management, Family Systems, Community Connections, Resiliency, Communication Skills, Trauma awareness, [insert custom update *YOU* are curious about].
Human development and thriving is difficult in this lifetime. This struggle may be found in a past trauma that is sticks out in your heart and mind as a thorn piercing in. Or maybe it's the neurodivergent attributes of yourself you haven't quite understood. Maybe you've been diagnosed with ADHD at a young age and never learned anything about it or how to take care of it other than taking medication - or worse, thinking that you were inadequate. Maybe it's the navigation of unclear waters around your own psyche. To process these factors during the week is hard, this is why I offer space on the weekend.
Network updates may include: Emotional regulation, ADHD management, Family Systems, Community Connections, Resiliency, Communication Skills, Trauma awareness, [insert custom update *YOU* are curious about].
Human development and thriving is difficult in this lifetime. This struggle may be found in a past trauma that is sticks out in your heart and mind as a thorn piercing in. Or maybe it's the neurodivergent attributes of yourself you haven't quite understood. Maybe you've been diagnosed with ADHD at a young age and never learned anything about it or how to take care of it other than taking medication - or worse, thinking that you were inadequate. Maybe it's the navigation of unclear waters around your own psyche. To process these factors during the week is hard, this is why I offer space on the weekend.
(828) 330-9152 View (828) 330-9152
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Miriah Feehery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, EMDR
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
I treat: Adults, pre-adolescents and adolescents, Trauma, substance abuse, process addictions, family dynamics, sexuality, sexual abuse, LGBTQ specific issues, relationship and attachment issues, self-harm, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, adoption issues, domestic violence, and bipolar disorder.
Wholeness leads to healing. I guide my clients to accept all parts of themselves and find balance in their lives. I entered the field of counseling with a passion for treating trauma (big T and little t trauma). Along the way I gathered some exceptional tools for doing so, including EMDR and a somatic approach to psychotherapy. Not so far removed from trauma, I have also developed a specialty in treating addiction of all kinds. I have seen the power of emotional healing to transform people's lives in ways they always wanted but didn't know how. I am here to help whenever the client is ready to do that brave and powerful work.
I treat: Adults, pre-adolescents and adolescents, Trauma, substance abuse, process addictions, family dynamics, sexuality, sexual abuse, LGBTQ specific issues, relationship and attachment issues, self-harm, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, adoption issues, domestic violence, and bipolar disorder.
Wholeness leads to healing. I guide my clients to accept all parts of themselves and find balance in their lives. I entered the field of counseling with a passion for treating trauma (big T and little t trauma). Along the way I gathered some exceptional tools for doing so, including EMDR and a somatic approach to psychotherapy. Not so far removed from trauma, I have also developed a specialty in treating addiction of all kinds. I have seen the power of emotional healing to transform people's lives in ways they always wanted but didn't know how. I am here to help whenever the client is ready to do that brave and powerful work.
(828) 882-2438 View (828) 882-2438
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Amber Lapham
Counselor, MA, LCMHC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Navigating the formative years can be difficult. Whether your child is navigating independence while having to maintain boundaries or your teen is exploring their identity within the confines of the family expectation and values. Parenting through these significant life moments can be HARD and can leave you wondering if you’re making the right choices. My heart for therapy is exploring autonomy and self awareness with children/adolescents through exploring their current environment/upbringing, processing through the emotions this evokes for them and deciding what choices they want to explore in regards to response.
Navigating the formative years can be difficult. Whether your child is navigating independence while having to maintain boundaries or your teen is exploring their identity within the confines of the family expectation and values. Parenting through these significant life moments can be HARD and can leave you wondering if you’re making the right choices. My heart for therapy is exploring autonomy and self awareness with children/adolescents through exploring their current environment/upbringing, processing through the emotions this evokes for them and deciding what choices they want to explore in regards to response.
(828) 554-2705 View (828) 554-2705
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.