Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Raleigh, NC

Sydney Dreyer is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of North Carolina. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with her Master of Arts and Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in December of 2022. Sydney also received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminology from Meredith College in 2018. Sydney has experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and couples and enjoys counseling clients with anxiety, pregnancy/postpartum , depression, grief, trauma, and clients who are looking for coping skills.

I believe that every human is shaped by an interplay of factors that come from within and without the person. That is to say that the power of therapy comes from a deeper understanding of the forces inside and out that shape a person into a unique individual. I also find that the center of psychotherapy is the relationship--the relationship with those in one’s life, the relationship with the therapist, and the relationship with oneself. Whether you are seeking therapy to find a deeper purpose in your life, or you are experiencing life’s challenges in the form of pain, anxiety, depression, loss, or conflict, I am here to help.

One of the bravest things you can do is to own your story but not be defined by it. If you're ready to start writing an exciting next chapter in your life, contact me today to learn how to keep the past from getting in your way. I'm a doctoral level clinical psychologist offering therapy to adult clients with a wide range of mood, behavioral, and relationship issues at Breyta Psychological Services. I can help change the way you relate to problems in your life, build psychological flexibility, and foster a deep sense of self-compassion. While we can't change the past, together we can change your future.

For you to land on this page, I'm guessing you would like to see some form of change in your life. Managing the human condition is tricky! I believe that prioritizing self-care lends itself to a more balanced lifestyle and can prevent dis-ease and dis-order. Most people associate self-care merely with hygienic practices. A lot of work can be done by learning how to care for your mind as well as your body. I am a therapist as well as a yoga instructor and incorporate a mind-body approach to my therapeutic work with clients. If you are ready to take a step in the direction of self-compassion, you've come to the right place.

Shannon Sauls is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) who has experience working with adults, adolescents, and families seeking support to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parental challenges, anger, self-esteem issues, codependency, and other challenges that arise in life. She uses cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, mindfulness, S.M.A.R.T goal setting, and psychotherapy techniques, to sit with her clients in their struggles, offering them comfort and support to help them overcome the challenges they are facing.

Now accepting new clients in the North Carolina area for virtual sessions. I specialize in helping support those who are feeling stressed, overwhelmed and all alone navigate through their struggles. I will meet you where you are and provide a safe, therapeutic, non-judgmental and supportive environment. I use interventions that are the best fit for your needs that will promote a nurturing, positive counselor/client relationship while on your healing journey.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained to help with a wide variety of mental health needs, including depression, anxiety and panic disorders, trauma, and grief. I specialize in working with individuals and families. I have a passion for working with caregivers of young children, as well as those in their emerging adulthood stage of life. I am an LGBTQQ2SIAP+ affirming therapist and have received multiple trainings in best practices to serve the gender expansive population.

Kimberla Everett is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed School Counselor (SC) who has 13 years of experience working in the mental health field and meeting diverse needs of others. She has a passion for helping adults, children and families with overcoming barriers and making better choices. She is also well-versed in providing career counseling and addressing occupational concerns. She completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling with an emphasis in Vocational Rehabilitation at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and her Master of Education (MEd) in School Counseling at Liberty University.

I specialize in working with women and emerging adults. I have experience with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorders, life transitions, relational conflicts, self esteem and co-occurring substance use and mental health issues. Whether it is daily life stressors or traumatic circumstances that seem to keep holding you down, I am all about building resiliency so that no matter what comes your way, you know that you have the strength and support to deal with it. I want to help you to create long lasting change in your life.

I specialize in adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions and relationship issues. I take teens 15 and up on a case by case basis.

Candra Edwards is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 12 years of mental health experience. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families identify, confront, and resolve unique challenges in order to live more fulfilling lives. Candra also works with women as they manage emotional challenges relative to pregnancy. She specializes in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, peri/postpartum health, and grief/loss.

Accepting new clients, no availability after 4pm. Hi, I’m Maggie! I help children, preteens, and teenagers address emotional and behavioral challenges related to anxiety, depression, interpersonal struggles, stress, and school issues. We all recognize that life is tough right now, and my goal is to help all people know that they are valued and important. I seek to create a therapeutic space that is comfortable and safe for all people. My experience working in schools, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient settings allows me to tailor treatment to each person I see.

Dr. Salman provides “whole person care” through Motivational interviewing techniques, Acceptance & Commitment therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Mindfulness and Person-centered care. Dr. Salman provides Teletherapy in NC via HIPPA compliant platform. “You are not your pain”. Dr. Salman believes and specializes in providing services to adults & elderly struggling with chronic pain. Blending ACT, CBT, and Mindfulness, she helps the clients to change their perspective on pain. Clients learn the neurobiology of the pain which leads to build neuroplasticity and coping skills to improve their mental and physical functioning.

Rachael received her Master of Social Work from Appalachian State University, and she works with individuals, families, and groups of all ages. She serves a wide variety of people with mental health-related issues and conditions. She specializes in working with young children and adolescents with behavioral issues, mood issues such as oppositional defiance disorder, attention deficit disorder (ADHD), autism, anxiety, depression, and more.

I believe that every problem has a solution and that solution lies within the person that is experiencing the problem. Life is to be enjoyed and if you are not enjoying your life it could be because of distractions. It is those distractions that sometimes causes us to feel overwhelmed, unhappy, frustrated and sometimes empty. My goal as a therapist is to help you explore those distractions and become the best version of yourself.

Accepting New Clients - I believe that everyone deserves to be happy, healthy, and fulfilled in their work—and that's why my mission is simple: helping people create balance between their personal and professional lives. If you choose to work with me, I will be someone who can support you, encourage you to grow with self-discovery, guide you towards a greater sense of well-being, and help you feel empowered to manage life’s ups and downs

Accepting New Clients: "Life is a journey...Everyone needs a guide sometimes". Therapy is a a process where we work to uncover the conflicts in our lives and create the awareness to change our behaviors, Do you have a relationship that you are struggling with? or feeling angry and want to learn how to go with the flow? There are a lot of factors that create stress in our lives some we can't control but we can learn how to cope with it and change the things we do have control over. Together, we will determine your goals and explore the possible strategies that will help you feel successful on your journey.

You're constantly fighting those racing thoughts and questioning yourself. You notice your confidence is low which gets in the way of your relationships or responsibilities. You struggle with memories of the past or worries about the future. You wonder what others may be thinking about you or how to approach someone new to develop relationships. Your mind may be on an endless loop and intrusive thoughts may lead to feelings of fear. You find that you've lost pieces of yourself and don't fully know who you are or what you want. You realize that maybe it is time to seek help, maybe change is what you need. I'm here to help!

Amy Jackson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience in the mental health field. She works with adults and senior citizens. Amy specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, stress, self-esteem, and life transitions. She has worked with children, teenagers, adults, and senior citizens. Amy received her Master of Social Work from the North Carolina Agricultural & Technology University & University of North Carolina at Greensboro Joint Master of Social Work, Greensboro, North Carolina.