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Tommy Bischoff
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LMFT-S, CGCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28205
My specialty is working with couples and individuals- with particular emphasis on relationship issues, infertility, and grief and loss.
My therapy approach is very collaborative. I believe you are the expert of your life and I will work with you to achieve your goals. Research clearly indicates that having a good relationship between the therapist and client is crucial for positive outcomes to occur. I am compassionate, an empathetic listener, and I strive to create a space that feels comfortable for you to express yourself. In a safe environment, together we will explore, process, and learn what can be done differently in order to achieve greater satisfaction and peace.
My specialty is working with couples and individuals- with particular emphasis on relationship issues, infertility, and grief and loss.
My therapy approach is very collaborative. I believe you are the expert of your life and I will work with you to achieve your goals. Research clearly indicates that having a good relationship between the therapist and client is crucial for positive outcomes to occur. I am compassionate, an empathetic listener, and I strive to create a space that feels comfortable for you to express yourself. In a safe environment, together we will explore, process, and learn what can be done differently in order to achieve greater satisfaction and peace.
(980) 414-8259 View (980) 414-8259
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Anna Merkley
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28269  (Online Only)
Have you lost the physical or emotional connection in your marriage? Have you experienced infidelity? Or maybe you just want to communicate better and need some quick tools to improve your relationship? Whatever the reason, nourishing your relationship is one of the best investments you can make. A strong marriage takes work and I'm here to help you put in that work. I am passionate about helping marriages thrive and work to ensure both partners feel validated in our sessions. I also enjoy working with women who want help with anxiety, depression, life transitions, motherhood, grief, self esteem, and work/life balance.
Have you lost the physical or emotional connection in your marriage? Have you experienced infidelity? Or maybe you just want to communicate better and need some quick tools to improve your relationship? Whatever the reason, nourishing your relationship is one of the best investments you can make. A strong marriage takes work and I'm here to help you put in that work. I am passionate about helping marriages thrive and work to ensure both partners feel validated in our sessions. I also enjoy working with women who want help with anxiety, depression, life transitions, motherhood, grief, self esteem, and work/life balance.
(704) 270-6973 View (704) 270-6973
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Grove Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28217
“Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren’t always comfortable, but they’re never weakness.” -Brene Brown. When life feels overwhelming and scary, asking for help can feel like a huge risk. We offer a safe space where you will be heard, seen, and valued as the unique and complex individual that you are. Life is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. We can help you process trauma, work through big feelings, cope with change, and be your best self.
“Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren’t always comfortable, but they’re never weakness.” -Brene Brown. When life feels overwhelming and scary, asking for help can feel like a huge risk. We offer a safe space where you will be heard, seen, and valued as the unique and complex individual that you are. Life is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. We can help you process trauma, work through big feelings, cope with change, and be your best self.
(980) 983-0624 View (980) 983-0624
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Amber Jarvis
Counselor, MA, LCMHC-A
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28262
Throughout our lives we are forced to confront big questions about our identity, potential, goals, developing healthy relationships, and how to manage mental health symptoms. Learning skills can help us to manage our emotions, tolerate stress and communicate with others. I am honored to walk alongside anyone who is on a journey to develop their sense of self whether it is due to their identity, a life transition, changing roles, or self-introspection and growth.
Throughout our lives we are forced to confront big questions about our identity, potential, goals, developing healthy relationships, and how to manage mental health symptoms. Learning skills can help us to manage our emotions, tolerate stress and communicate with others. I am honored to walk alongside anyone who is on a journey to develop their sense of self whether it is due to their identity, a life transition, changing roles, or self-introspection and growth.
(704) 896-7776 View (704) 896-7776
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Nicki Morton Counseling
LCMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28201
When we experience both positive and negative changes in our lives, it is not uncommon to feel as if our lives are unraveling. As a counselor, I encourage individuals to overcome personal challenges and get a better sense of personal strengths. My clients are encouraged to find healthy perceptions of themselves, make healthy changes in their lifestyle, and strengthen their relationships to improve overall well-being. I want to be able to help you to find solutions to the problems you are currently experiencing. I hope I can help you gain greater understanding, insight, and perspective into yourself and your closest relationships.
When we experience both positive and negative changes in our lives, it is not uncommon to feel as if our lives are unraveling. As a counselor, I encourage individuals to overcome personal challenges and get a better sense of personal strengths. My clients are encouraged to find healthy perceptions of themselves, make healthy changes in their lifestyle, and strengthen their relationships to improve overall well-being. I want to be able to help you to find solutions to the problems you are currently experiencing. I hope I can help you gain greater understanding, insight, and perspective into yourself and your closest relationships.
(704) 237-6529 View (704) 237-6529
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Danelle Brown Holbrook
Counselor, LCMHCS, LPC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28217
If you are looking for natural ways to improve your mental health, please contact Whole Health Plus. We are a holistic center focused on the mind/body/spirit connection. Danelle focuses on natural remedies, nutrition, energy and faith-based principles as ways to help heal and restore. Come see how Danelle can help support your mental health and lifestyle changes to promote greater healing and help create whole health plus so much more!
If you are looking for natural ways to improve your mental health, please contact Whole Health Plus. We are a holistic center focused on the mind/body/spirit connection. Danelle focuses on natural remedies, nutrition, energy and faith-based principles as ways to help heal and restore. Come see how Danelle can help support your mental health and lifestyle changes to promote greater healing and help create whole health plus so much more!
(980) 446-2669 View (980) 446-2669
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La Vida Fearless Counseling - Michael Madsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28269
As a therapist I have worked with individuals, couples, and family units on problems such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other issues that cause distress and disruption in lives. I am trauma informed and trained in EMDR and have finished the Gottman Level 1 training for couples. My hope is to help you work through the problems step by step and to build on your strengths and abilities to move forward.
As a therapist I have worked with individuals, couples, and family units on problems such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other issues that cause distress and disruption in lives. I am trauma informed and trained in EMDR and have finished the Gottman Level 1 training for couples. My hope is to help you work through the problems step by step and to build on your strengths and abilities to move forward.
(405) 810-5200 View (405) 810-5200
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Francesca Lux
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS, LPC-TX, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28269  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in treating clients experiencing difficulty coping with a past or recent traumatic experience, including compassion fatigue / secondary trauma, adult survivors of sexual, physical and emotional abuse, as well as with clients with PTSD, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, adjustment to major life change or to health issues, traumatic loss.
I feel it is an honor and privilege to serve as a therapist. I believe that every person deserves a supportive space to reflect and to process without judgement. I utilize an integrative model of treatment, tailoring treatment to individual needs and preferences. This often entails exploring the past and enhancing self-awareness, while building coping strategies and setting goals in the present. I strive to create a partnership with clients and I work to create a safe, warm, nurturing and empathic space, from within great change is possible!
I specialize in treating clients experiencing difficulty coping with a past or recent traumatic experience, including compassion fatigue / secondary trauma, adult survivors of sexual, physical and emotional abuse, as well as with clients with PTSD, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, adjustment to major life change or to health issues, traumatic loss.
I feel it is an honor and privilege to serve as a therapist. I believe that every person deserves a supportive space to reflect and to process without judgement. I utilize an integrative model of treatment, tailoring treatment to individual needs and preferences. This often entails exploring the past and enhancing self-awareness, while building coping strategies and setting goals in the present. I strive to create a partnership with clients and I work to create a safe, warm, nurturing and empathic space, from within great change is possible!
(704) 946-8153 View (704) 946-8153
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Laura Albrecht-Munk
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28269
Not accepting new clients
Life can be bright and beautiful with moments of joy and laughter, peace and calm. But life can also throw us curve balls that disrupt our moments of smooth sailing. You likely know what I am talking about--riding the roller coaster of hurtful experiences, illness, broken relationships, loss, grief, tragedy, a pandemic--the various challenges in life that can end in psychological suffering. In your suffering, you may feel overwhelmed by your distress, not knowing how to cope daily or move forward in life. This is a tough place to be in, but humans are resilient, and you can learn new ways of responding to life's difficulties.
Life can be bright and beautiful with moments of joy and laughter, peace and calm. But life can also throw us curve balls that disrupt our moments of smooth sailing. You likely know what I am talking about--riding the roller coaster of hurtful experiences, illness, broken relationships, loss, grief, tragedy, a pandemic--the various challenges in life that can end in psychological suffering. In your suffering, you may feel overwhelmed by your distress, not knowing how to cope daily or move forward in life. This is a tough place to be in, but humans are resilient, and you can learn new ways of responding to life's difficulties.
(980) 261-3472 View (980) 261-3472

Online Therapists

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ThinkWell Therapy Group - Debbie Hancock
MS, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davidson, NC 28036
Waitlist for new clients
We specialize in working with adolescents and adults with issues such a as Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Greif & Bereavement, and Life After Diagnosis.
Welcome to ThinkWell Therapy Group. Our goal is to Empower you to make the changes in your life that will allow you to live at your full potential. Working together, you will learn to understand yourself better and identify areas of challenge to work on. It will be hard work, but you are not alone. It's time to take the first step.
We specialize in working with adolescents and adults with issues such a as Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Greif & Bereavement, and Life After Diagnosis.
Welcome to ThinkWell Therapy Group. Our goal is to Empower you to make the changes in your life that will allow you to live at your full potential. Working together, you will learn to understand yourself better and identify areas of challenge to work on. It will be hard work, but you are not alone. It's time to take the first step.
(704) 286-1629 View (704) 286-1629
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Michael James Tui- II
Counselor, MSCP, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be such a challenge especially if we find ourselves walking our path alone. On this journey, my hope is to help guide and provide skill training that will help you increase confidence, self-worth, and self-empowerment. I serve all ages and have specialized training to address disorders and challenges in ages 3 years old - 100+ My love and passion is supporting the health of our families. I passionately that by healing our families we heal the world.
Life can be such a challenge especially if we find ourselves walking our path alone. On this journey, my hope is to help guide and provide skill training that will help you increase confidence, self-worth, and self-empowerment. I serve all ages and have specialized training to address disorders and challenges in ages 3 years old - 100+ My love and passion is supporting the health of our families. I passionately that by healing our families we heal the world.
(828) 523-8936 View (828) 523-8936
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Brock Mykel Grace
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27103
It takes a lot of courage to seek help due to the stigmas that are often associated with receiving counseling services and getting assistance with your mental health. I applaud you for taking the first step! I have had the opportunity to work a diverse group of individuals over the course of the past 15 years. One of the most important things I’ve learned is that there is no cookie-cutter, one size fits all approach to counseling. I prefer to get to know you as an individual, and not just categorizing or summing you up based on the challenges or behaviors that you’re currently facing or challenged with.
It takes a lot of courage to seek help due to the stigmas that are often associated with receiving counseling services and getting assistance with your mental health. I applaud you for taking the first step! I have had the opportunity to work a diverse group of individuals over the course of the past 15 years. One of the most important things I’ve learned is that there is no cookie-cutter, one size fits all approach to counseling. I prefer to get to know you as an individual, and not just categorizing or summing you up based on the challenges or behaviors that you’re currently facing or challenged with.
(336) 360-3657 View (336) 360-3657
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Melissa Doerfer-Grace
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MSEdS, LCMHC, NCC, CHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27101
Through great pain comes better awareness and understanding about ourselves and the world around us. My journey as a counselor began during my experience with war deployments, which inspired my search to find ways to help others who are hurting. After completing my Master's degrees in Couples and Family Counseling, I have worked extensively with the court system, with families in need, and with individuals of all ages. My other passion in life is speaking and learning more Spanish. I offer therapy sessions to adults, children, families, and couples. I am a certified hypnotherapist.
Through great pain comes better awareness and understanding about ourselves and the world around us. My journey as a counselor began during my experience with war deployments, which inspired my search to find ways to help others who are hurting. After completing my Master's degrees in Couples and Family Counseling, I have worked extensively with the court system, with families in need, and with individuals of all ages. My other passion in life is speaking and learning more Spanish. I offer therapy sessions to adults, children, families, and couples. I am a certified hypnotherapist.
(336) 592-7011 View (336) 592-7011
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Liz Wagner Mecham
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Verified Verified
Winston Salem, NC 27106  (Online Only)
We are all not OK all of the time. We struggle. We all struggle, whether with mental illness or adjusting to the concerns of everyday life. Could you benefit from having someone help you sort out those issues? I approach counseling from a Person Centered perspective which means my foundation is in being genuine, regarding each client as valuable and trying to understand their view. With couples I take this foundation and focus on attachment, or our need for emotional bonding.
We are all not OK all of the time. We struggle. We all struggle, whether with mental illness or adjusting to the concerns of everyday life. Could you benefit from having someone help you sort out those issues? I approach counseling from a Person Centered perspective which means my foundation is in being genuine, regarding each client as valuable and trying to understand their view. With couples I take this foundation and focus on attachment, or our need for emotional bonding.
(919) 624-5274 View (919) 624-5274
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Susanne Palmer
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Clemmons, NC 27012
I utilize a collaborative and present-focused approach to help clients learn how to effect immediate change in their lives. I treat an array of mental health concerns via cognitive-behavioral and related approaches. My special interests include psychological assessment and treating severe mental illness, personality disorders, and PTSD/trauma.
I utilize a collaborative and present-focused approach to help clients learn how to effect immediate change in their lives. I treat an array of mental health concerns via cognitive-behavioral and related approaches. My special interests include psychological assessment and treating severe mental illness, personality disorders, and PTSD/trauma.
(336) 777-7097 View (336) 777-7097
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Wayne R. Bills
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Winston Salem, NC 27106
Marriage need a tuneup? Feeling overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? .... I can help. If you are looking for someone who can guide you through a change process, and you are ready to do what it takes, let's talk. I serve the Piedmont Triad area, and can also meet with you via Tele-counseling from anywhere in NC. Why wait any longer? Just pick up the phone and call. Let's talk about your needs, challenges and goals. We can then determine if my skills and experience are right for you.
Marriage need a tuneup? Feeling overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? .... I can help. If you are looking for someone who can guide you through a change process, and you are ready to do what it takes, let's talk. I serve the Piedmont Triad area, and can also meet with you via Tele-counseling from anywhere in NC. Why wait any longer? Just pick up the phone and call. Let's talk about your needs, challenges and goals. We can then determine if my skills and experience are right for you.
(336) 652-3029 View (336) 652-3029
Grief Therapists

How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.