I am a Registered Play Therapist working with children who are hard to reach either because they are angry, anxious, or depressed. Children don't express themselves the same way that adults do, rather, they express themselves more naturally through play. Play is a child's natural way of relieving stress and play therapy is the best practice for working with children. Using Play Therapy most children are able to work through issues in a much shorter amount of time. For more information Call today (910) 407-0052 and check us out at www.AtlasChildCounseling.com

Hi are you thinking what Im thinking, if so you're probably thinking "GEEZZ" Im tired of searching.. then stop, because you've located the right person at the right time, to help you navigate through your life journey. Everyone has a story to tell and yours is very important & Im ready to listen and ready to do whatever it takes to promote and initiate the needed changes you desire in life at this time.Trauma's often experienced and unrecognized! Instantly we think about hurricanes and earthquakes. Your personal storm, transition or change will be handled with care. Take a look at my website !!!!

Love is the greatest risk in this life, and yet to not love is to not really live. I'd like to help you discover how you can find momentum in the primary relationships that mean the world to you... while still developing you. While working as a therapist for over 30 years I've discovered that I do not have all the answers for your life. I have tools, techniques, wisdom, metaphors and empathy, but I also respect the internal wisdom (collective wisdom for couples and families) that we can discover through a really good, solution focused, conversation.

Using a neurodevopmental framework, I specialize in comprehensive assessment across a breadth of areas, including autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disorders; executive functioning/attention deficit disorders; specific learning disabilities, such as reading/dyslexia; giftedness; early kindergarten readiness; social-emotional functioning. Utilizing a strengths-based perspective, I give great effort to provide evidence-based recommendations and strategies that are practical and targeted. Every assessment is custom-designed based upon specific referral questions and a personalized learning plan is developed. I am skill

So many of my clients come in feeling like something is wrong with them. They are relieved to know that their feelings are normal. My clients come to me because they just want to feel better. They want to be less depressed, less anxious, better parents, more confident, and have healthier relationships. I work with my clients as they learn new ways of coping and living life that free them from negative thoughts, behaviors and patterns of emotional reactivity.

I like to consider myself a play connoisseur! I am a licensed professional counselor and a registered play therapist. I received a Master's degree in Counseling from Regis University and am currently enrolled in a doctoral program. I have advanced training in different play therapy modalities, sandplay therapy, and Theraplay, and truly specialize in working with children. I believe in empowering children to make their own choices, take responsibility, and assert their autonomy by engaging in an accepting, genuine, and trusting therapeutic relationship. My office is designed for kids with adults in mind! :)

If going to traditional office based therapy doesn't appeal to you, there is another option. Harley Grace Farm & Counseling Center combines evidence based mental health treatment with a non-traditional setting. Therapy is designed to meet your individual needs; you can opt to take a walk on the farm's trails during your session, utilize activities with horses to actually practice new skills necessary to meet your goals or select one of the seating areas on the farm. The farm is a safe place of acceptance, growth & healing as we are all deserving of happiness & second chances.

Dr. Goodwin provides psychological evaluations in NC and SC as ordered by the court, requested by attorneys, and referred by DSS. Evaluations regularly provided by Dr. Goodwin include matters such as capacity to proceed, competency, mental state at time of event, sentencing mitigation, and parenting. She also provides expert review of medical records, audio and video materials, and work submitted by other professionals. Forensic evaluations must be referred by legal counsel or agency (e.g. DSS).

Sometimes life throws things at your path with no prior warning, and you end up somewhere that you had not planned. And then, with the COVID-19 pandemic, it makes matters even more challenging to deal with. With warmth and compassion, I provide therapy in a way that will make you feel comfortable and safe. In our sessions, I will help you identify what is most important to you and then help you move toward your goals.

Life can be challenging, with many twists and turns along the way. We may even find that events and circumstances in life are not what we expected or are out of our control. In those times, we seek to find strength and encouragement to endure and perhaps even rebuild. I believe that everyone has the potential to rise above their circumstances, no matter what they may encounter. We can turn disappointment, hurt, or pain into learning experiences that help us grow.

I work with adults who need help with relationships, substance abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, job loss and difficulty making life decisions. Relationships improve when people learn better communication skills Learning to speak so you are heard and understood - and learning to listen so you hear and understand are important to improving your quality of life. We all need somewhere to stay, somewhere to go, something to do and someone to love. I reach out to each individual where they are in that moment. If key parts of your life are missing, we make a plan to help you build the life you desire.

Hey there. Something has changed or happened and it’s been a lot to deal with. It happened to you, to your kid, or someone else you know. Sometimes that voice inside your head becomes your worst enemy. It may try to convince you that you deserved that bad thing that happened to you, you aren’t good enough, or that it’s hopeless to think your situation may improve. I believe you have the strength to overcome whatever has happened and when you do, you can continue growing into the life you have always dreamed of living. Learn more at Carolinapcs.org.

I believe in the power of self-determination and advocating for others who cannot advocate for themselves. Every person is unique to their core and require special attention in order to reach their full potential. I have personally overcome many life challenges that shook me to my very core. I have worked in a variety of social environments that has helped me to become the person I am today - fun, energetic and outgoing. I love working with others, learning from others and learning from each other. I look forward in meeting new folks and learning life from other's perspectives.

Many people experience uncertainty and anxiety about consulting a therapist. I believe it shows courage to seek out psychotherapy. You may be struggling with serious emotional issues, deep personal crises, relationship distress, or a sense of distance with your child or adolescent. You may simply feel that something is "off" in your life. Many people I work with simply want to get more from their lives - more joy, more connection, more serenity and more general well-being. To help you reach your goals, I collaborate with you to create a therapy environment that is warm, safe, supportive, challenging when needed, and authentic.

If you are having the same arguments over and over again, you are not alone. I will be with you every step of the way. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples to interrupt repetitive Cycles where one person reaches out in frustration, causing their partner to withdraw and hide out. Couple Therapy doesn't have to be torture, and there doesn't have to be a "bad guy". I have helped couples with a range of issues from Domestic Abuse to infidelity to communication issues. I even use humor sometimes, but we don't waste a moment! I welcome couples who have been in couple therapy before and have almost given up.

I am accepting new cIients. I believe we all have times in our lives when we can become overwhelmed and may need help from another person. If this is your first time seeking help, it can be intimidating to choose a therapist and begin the journey to healing. My goal is to help you explore challenging areas of your life, examine relationships, and support life transitions. I work with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, substance abuse and life transitions. No matter where you find yourself in your life journey, I promise you will be welcomed and provided with compassionate support.

Everyone struggles at times. You might face challenging life circumstances, or maybe you are having trouble coping with painful emotions or painful relationships. You do not have to face life's challenges alone. I offer therapy for adults, couples, parents, and teens who are struggling with difficult situations or changes in emotions.

I enjoy utilizing an eclectic approach to treatment, recognizing the uniqueness that each person brings to treatment. I specialize in the treatment of those who have been exposed to trauma, providing treatment to survivors of sexual abuse, domestic violence, and military combat trauma. When addressing the needs of trauma survivors, I focus a great deal of attention on the neurological effects to exposure, as well as the mind and body connection. In addition to working with those who may be suffering from PTSD, I also specialize in the treatment of self-injurious behaviors, eating disorders, children, & adolescents. All are welcome!

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist comfortable working with families, couples, individuals and groups. I have experience with personal, relational, social and spiritual issues. Over the years my clients have come with a wide range of concerns, such as identity issues, depression, anxiety, stress management, physical and emotional abuse, grief, blended family adjustments, divorce, life management, situational concerns, etc. I have also been involved in a number of other activities, e.g. teaching, consulting, psychological assessment, supervising therapists in training. But, the place I am most at home is the counseling room.