Garrett Michael
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCASA (he, him)
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My ideal clients are often those who find themselves facing moments they never expected. Life doesn’t always give us time to prepare, and sometimes challenges arrive without warning, leaving people feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves. I believe that many struggles grow out of these unplanned moments rather than personal failure. I approach therapy with deep respect for each person’s story, honoring the unique experiences and unexpected turns that have shaped who you are. I walk alongside clients as they make sense of what has happened and how to navigate the next steps.
I will take time to listen and understand what things are like from your point of view, rather than starting with assumptions about your situation. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a choice, not a directive, and we get to decide whether working together feels right.
I also understand how isolating it can feel when the people around you, often unintentionally, don’t fully understand what you’re going through. Therapy can be a space where you’re not asked to be anything other than who you are now and a place where your experiences are the focus and respected.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $80
- Couple Sessions $100
Insurance
- Aetna
- Ambetter
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Humana
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- Quest Behavioral Health
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- VA Community Care Network (CCN)
- WellCare
Garrett Michael Testi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCASA
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / C017671 Garrett Michael Testi
- In Practice for 13 years
- Attended University of New England , Master of Social Work, Graduated 2013
- License: North Carolina Addition Specialists Professional Practice Board LCAS-26253 / 2026
- License: North Carolina Addition Specialists Professional Practice Board CADC-29150 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Garrett Michael Testi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCASA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 573-5867
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Coping Skills
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
Garrett Michael Testi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCASA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 573-5867
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Interpersonal
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Garrett Michael Testi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCASA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 573-5867
Location
Additional Location
225 Professional Circle
Morehead City, NC 28557
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Garrett Michael Testi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCASA
Call for a free consultation now - (252) 573-5867