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Buxton, NC 27920
The label of "anxious" has followed you around for a while now, put there by your family, friends and maybe even yourself. Living with anxiety feels like that tightness in your chest, cramping in your stomach and like you can’t quite catch your breath. Are you spending so much time just trying to survive between the moments of anxiety that you can’t remember the last time you actually enjoyed yourself? Maybe your thoughts and feeling have been manageable in the past but they feel out of control lately. I can help you. I believe you have the ability to live the life you want to. Let's work together to unlock your potential.
Ultimately, you want to feel like someone gets you, your stressors and understands the harshness of the reality you’re carrying, right? Energy is expensive, and therapy can be a space to invest it wisely, so you can navigate life with more ease. I specialize in anxiety support and relationships issues to connect back with your mind, body and spirit.
Can you imagine what it would feel like to have a better grasp on the day to day anxiety you feel? You can find balance between the demands you’re facing and a life that brings you joy, ease and peace. Lets learn ways to meet your needs and embrace the version of you, you really want to be. Email me today to schedule your free consult.
Call or Kelsey Daugherty now for a free 15 minute consultation - (252) 616-2186

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Better Beginnings Counseling

Buxton, NC 27920

(252) 616-2186
My website
Specializing in anxiety, relationship and addiction recovery therapy for adults in NC. Email me today for a free consultation!
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Stress 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I offer individual counseling virtually to adults in NC struggling with anxiety, relationship loss and addiction recovery.
Kelsey Daugherty
Let's Connect (252) 616-2186
Photo of Kelsey Daugherty, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Better Beginnings Counseling

Buxton, NC 27920

(252) 616-2186
My website
Specializing in anxiety, relationship and addiction recovery therapy for adults in NC. Email me today for a free consultation!
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Stress 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I offer individual counseling virtually to adults in NC struggling with anxiety, relationship loss and addiction recovery.
Kelsey Daugherty

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I offer sliding scale through OpenPath Collective. I am in network with several major insurances and can provide a superbill for out of network reimbursement if indicated. Please reach out with questions!
Photo of Kelsey Daugherty, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Kelsey Daugherty
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 616-2186
"
I offer sliding scale through OpenPath Collective. I am in network with several major insurances and can provide a superbill for out of network reimbursement if indicated. Please reach out with questions!
Photo of Kelsey Daugherty, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Kelsey Daugherty
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 616-2186

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 13524 Kelsey Coffield
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended East Carolina University, Masters of Science Clinical Counseling, Graduated 2017
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board LCAS-23555 / 2017
  • Membership with American Counseling Association 6440762 / 2015
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I have 9 years of experience working with adults managing anxiety, relationship issues and addiction recovery. I am dually licensed in NC and have attended trainings for IFS, DBT, Mindfulness and more.
Photo of Kelsey Daugherty, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Kelsey Daugherty
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 616-2186
"
I have 9 years of experience working with adults managing anxiety, relationship issues and addiction recovery. I am dually licensed in NC and have attended trainings for IFS, DBT, Mindfulness and more.
Photo of Kelsey Daugherty, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Kelsey Daugherty
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 616-2186

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Substance Use
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Kelsey Daugherty
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (252) 616-2186
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Kelsey Daugherty
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (252) 616-2186

Endorsement

Resilient Healing Wellness, PLLC
Resilient Healing Wellness, PLLC
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLCMHCQS
Kelsey is the kind of Therapist people are searching for. Kelsey is caring, non-judgemental and passionate about supporting people toward healing. Her warmth is so inviting and her words drip with wisdom. Couldn't recommend her more!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Kelsey Daugherty, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Kelsey Daugherty
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (252) 616-2186
Photo of Kelsey Daugherty, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Kelsey Daugherty
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (252) 616-2186

Location

Primary Location

Better Beginnings Counseling

Buxton, NC 27920

(252) 616-2186
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Specializing in anxiety, relationship and addiction recovery therapy for adults in NC. Email me today for a free consultation!
Photo of Kelsey Daugherty, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Kelsey Daugherty
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Call for a free consultation now - (252) 616-2186
"
Specializing in anxiety, relationship and addiction recovery therapy for adults in NC. Email me today for a free consultation!
Photo of Kelsey Daugherty, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Kelsey Daugherty
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Call for a free consultation now - (252) 616-2186