Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Advance, NC
You’ve been holding it all together for so long. But inside, it feels like you’re constantly on edge- anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck in patterns that leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and others. Whether it’s the impact of trauma, childhood wounds, or painful relationship dynamics, you may be starting to realize- something has got to change.
Let’s begin that change together. Here, you’ll find a safe, supportive space to explore what’s beneath the surface- a space to untangle anxiety, make sense of the past, and begin building the kind of relationships that feel grounding, respectful, and real.
You’ve been holding it all together for so long. But inside, it feels like you’re constantly on edge- anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck in patterns that leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and others. Whether it’s the impact of trauma, childhood wounds, or painful relationship dynamics, you may be starting to realize- something has got to change.
Let’s begin that change together. Here, you’ll find a safe, supportive space to explore what’s beneath the surface- a space to untangle anxiety, make sense of the past, and begin building the kind of relationships that feel grounding, respectful, and real.
Hi, I’m Brittany Merz and anxiety is my specialty! If you're feeling overwhelmed, constantly on edge, or like your mind just won’t slow down—you're not alone. I specialize in helping people who appear high-functioning on the outside but feel anxious, stuck, or exhausted on the inside. Whether you’re dealing with constant worry, perfectionism, panic, or burnout, I know how to help you find your calm, your clarity, and your confidence again. With a master’s degree and license in counseling, certification in clinical anxiety treatment, and over a decade of experience, I bring both expertise and deep compassion to my work.
Hi, I’m Brittany Merz and anxiety is my specialty! If you're feeling overwhelmed, constantly on edge, or like your mind just won’t slow down—you're not alone. I specialize in helping people who appear high-functioning on the outside but feel anxious, stuck, or exhausted on the inside. Whether you’re dealing with constant worry, perfectionism, panic, or burnout, I know how to help you find your calm, your clarity, and your confidence again. With a master’s degree and license in counseling, certification in clinical anxiety treatment, and over a decade of experience, I bring both expertise and deep compassion to my work.
I am passionate about supporting and maintaining personal commitment to growth by using these tools to gain clarity through acceptance, accountability and grace.
As a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, I am dedicated to creating safety to allow you the ability to be your most authentic self to encourage honesty to face challenges that have kept your from living intentionally. The goal is to meet you where you are, develop honesty to understand where you want to be, understand personal therapeutic goals and provide the tools to help you thrive. I'll continue to monitor your progress, offer therapeutic support and motivation to acknowledge and build upon this progress.
I am passionate about supporting and maintaining personal commitment to growth by using these tools to gain clarity through acceptance, accountability and grace.
As a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, I am dedicated to creating safety to allow you the ability to be your most authentic self to encourage honesty to face challenges that have kept your from living intentionally. The goal is to meet you where you are, develop honesty to understand where you want to be, understand personal therapeutic goals and provide the tools to help you thrive. I'll continue to monitor your progress, offer therapeutic support and motivation to acknowledge and build upon this progress.
An integrative approach including tools and techniques from CBT, ACT, Solution-Focused, and several other modalities offering evidenced-based strategies, assist in equipping clients with the means to meet their objectives, while allowing them to see themselves and the influences in their lives in a more helpful, healthy way.
Compassion and empathy combine to help many incredible people affirm their strengths and overcome obstacles. Developing a genuine rapport with the clients served is also essential to their success. A firm believer that we are all capable of amazing feats, I feel strongly that, at times, we just need some objectivity to gain clarity. Along with educational and practical experience, the realization that each client has an individual perspective and distinct set of circumstances enables the facilitation of many concerns ranging from everyday life stressors, to depression, anxiety, and many other mental health and behavioral concerns.
An integrative approach including tools and techniques from CBT, ACT, Solution-Focused, and several other modalities offering evidenced-based strategies, assist in equipping clients with the means to meet their objectives, while allowing them to see themselves and the influences in their lives in a more helpful, healthy way.
Compassion and empathy combine to help many incredible people affirm their strengths and overcome obstacles. Developing a genuine rapport with the clients served is also essential to their success. A firm believer that we are all capable of amazing feats, I feel strongly that, at times, we just need some objectivity to gain clarity. Along with educational and practical experience, the realization that each client has an individual perspective and distinct set of circumstances enables the facilitation of many concerns ranging from everyday life stressors, to depression, anxiety, and many other mental health and behavioral concerns.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Lewisville Family Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS/EdS, LCMHCS, CCS
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Accepting New Clients! You have one life to live and deserve to invest in you. We are here to help you on your journey to becoming your best version of yourself. Whether for your own sake, or to better yourself for the many roles in your life - partner, parent, son, daughter, co-worker, friend, global community member. When you make a positive change in yourself, the waves of those changes can be felt all around you.
Accepting New Clients! You have one life to live and deserve to invest in you. We are here to help you on your journey to becoming your best version of yourself. Whether for your own sake, or to better yourself for the many roles in your life - partner, parent, son, daughter, co-worker, friend, global community member. When you make a positive change in yourself, the waves of those changes can be felt all around you.
I specialize in trauma-informed care, CBT, ACT, and somatic healing practices.
I specialize in supporting individuals and couples navigating anxiety, past trauma, and significant life transitions. My clients are not necessarily in crisis, but are ready for meaningful change. They’re seeking a warm yet structured therapeutic space where experiences are validated and their nervous systems are understood through a trauma informed lens. My clients want to feel more in control, break free from old patterns, build deeper, more authentic relationships, and are drawn to my balanced approach of empathy and evidence based practices. If this sounds like you, I’d love to help you begin your journey toward lasting change.
I specialize in trauma-informed care, CBT, ACT, and somatic healing practices.
I specialize in supporting individuals and couples navigating anxiety, past trauma, and significant life transitions. My clients are not necessarily in crisis, but are ready for meaningful change. They’re seeking a warm yet structured therapeutic space where experiences are validated and their nervous systems are understood through a trauma informed lens. My clients want to feel more in control, break free from old patterns, build deeper, more authentic relationships, and are drawn to my balanced approach of empathy and evidence based practices. If this sounds like you, I’d love to help you begin your journey toward lasting change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS) in the state of North Carolina, a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Provider (CCTP).I hold a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University (2013) and earned my Doctor of Education in Community Care and Counseling with a focus in Traumatology in 2022. With over 11 years of clinical experience, I have had the privilege of working across a broad spectrum of mental health settings.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS) in the state of North Carolina, a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Provider (CCTP).I hold a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University (2013) and earned my Doctor of Education in Community Care and Counseling with a focus in Traumatology in 2022. With over 11 years of clinical experience, I have had the privilege of working across a broad spectrum of mental health settings.
I utilize ACT and mindfulness in helping clients grow in self awareness and coping skills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and pursuing certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant. I work with individuals, couples, and athletes who may be experiencing relationship difficulties, life transitions, anxiety, stress, depression, performance-related issues, and various other presenting concerns. I approach counseling from a wellness model lens and a strengths based perspective. I believe individuals have the resources within them to bring about the change they desire. I seek to assist my clients in identifying and cultivating such strengths to improve their overall quality of life.
I utilize ACT and mindfulness in helping clients grow in self awareness and coping skills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and pursuing certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant. I work with individuals, couples, and athletes who may be experiencing relationship difficulties, life transitions, anxiety, stress, depression, performance-related issues, and various other presenting concerns. I approach counseling from a wellness model lens and a strengths based perspective. I believe individuals have the resources within them to bring about the change they desire. I seek to assist my clients in identifying and cultivating such strengths to improve their overall quality of life.
Sarah F MacReynolds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years experience. I specialize in individual therapy with adults, couples, and adolescents. I believe that achieving a well-balanced life is crucial to a healthy mind and body. I focus treatment on helping individuals and families find balance in their lives, while with issues such as stress, depression, addiction, and wellness issues. I also believe in accepting clients where they are in their journey and focusing treatment on their own unique treatment goals using a variety of interventions, focusing heavily on cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and behavior modification.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years experience. I specialize in individual therapy with adults, couples, and adolescents. I believe that achieving a well-balanced life is crucial to a healthy mind and body. I focus treatment on helping individuals and families find balance in their lives, while with issues such as stress, depression, addiction, and wellness issues. I also believe in accepting clients where they are in their journey and focusing treatment on their own unique treatment goals using a variety of interventions, focusing heavily on cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and behavior modification.
My practice is person-centered therapy (Rogerian), and also draws from Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Part-Work, and EMDR as needed.
My name is Gabriel Guynn, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate at Affinity Counseling & Wellness, PLLC. I am under the supervision of Susannah Cecil, LCMHCS. I believe that good therapy is made through cooperation between therapist and client(s) and only occurs in a safe space where clients feel heard and seen. I also believe the client is the primary voice in the room, and our goal is to empower clients to shape their own journey.
My practice is person-centered therapy (Rogerian), and also draws from Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Part-Work, and EMDR as needed.
My name is Gabriel Guynn, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate at Affinity Counseling & Wellness, PLLC. I am under the supervision of Susannah Cecil, LCMHCS. I believe that good therapy is made through cooperation between therapist and client(s) and only occurs in a safe space where clients feel heard and seen. I also believe the client is the primary voice in the room, and our goal is to empower clients to shape their own journey.
I'm a NY based licensed marriage and family therapist and creative art therapist with over 20 year of experience helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. In a warm, supportive and collaborate space, i help clients address relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Together, we create practical tools, strengthen connections and build healthier , fulling lives. My approach combines evidence based techniques with a personalized, compassionate touch to empower you to feel understood, supported and ready to thrive.
I'm a NY based licensed marriage and family therapist and creative art therapist with over 20 year of experience helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. In a warm, supportive and collaborate space, i help clients address relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Together, we create practical tools, strengthen connections and build healthier , fulling lives. My approach combines evidence based techniques with a personalized, compassionate touch to empower you to feel understood, supported and ready to thrive.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Chapel Hill
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Serves Area
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Our work is dedicated to helping ALL people develop healthy, satisfying, productive, and meaningful lives. Though it can be difficult to make the decision to begin therapy, we have found that those who have sought help and take responsibility for their emotional health and relationships have achieved remarkable results. People come to us for a variety of reasons: they may be in transition, experiencing work stress, grieving a loss, struggling with religious or family ideals which no longer suit them, a new parent experiencing anxiety. Some have begun to feel daily life is stagnant, seeking more direction and purpose in their lives.
Our work is dedicated to helping ALL people develop healthy, satisfying, productive, and meaningful lives. Though it can be difficult to make the decision to begin therapy, we have found that those who have sought help and take responsibility for their emotional health and relationships have achieved remarkable results. People come to us for a variety of reasons: they may be in transition, experiencing work stress, grieving a loss, struggling with religious or family ideals which no longer suit them, a new parent experiencing anxiety. Some have begun to feel daily life is stagnant, seeking more direction and purpose in their lives.
These are the treatment types I use, and this is what your experience will be like: I primarily use ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), along with Brainspotting, DBR, EMDR, ACT, and IFS as needed.
If you're exhausted from being "too much" or "not enough," this is for you. I work with teen girls, women, LGBTQ+, and trans clients in HI, AZ, WA, NC, and SC (telehealth only). Support for identity, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and midlife.
If therapy has helped you understand your trauma but you still feel it in your body, you're not broken. You're stuck in old survival wiring. I use ART and other trauma-informed methods to help your brain finally let go of what it's been holding, not just talk about it again. Insurance accepted in HI, AZ, and WA. Send your plan and I'll check your coverage first.
These are the treatment types I use, and this is what your experience will be like: I primarily use ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), along with Brainspotting, DBR, EMDR, ACT, and IFS as needed.
If you're exhausted from being "too much" or "not enough," this is for you. I work with teen girls, women, LGBTQ+, and trans clients in HI, AZ, WA, NC, and SC (telehealth only). Support for identity, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and midlife.
If therapy has helped you understand your trauma but you still feel it in your body, you're not broken. You're stuck in old survival wiring. I use ART and other trauma-informed methods to help your brain finally let go of what it's been holding, not just talk about it again. Insurance accepted in HI, AZ, and WA. Send your plan and I'll check your coverage first.
Hello! I am a Trauma Specialist trained in EMDR, Hypnotherapy, QHHT, IFS, and Trauma Therapy and specialize in PTSD, ADHD, anxiety and depression with over 15 years of experience assisting clients to a state of well-being, growth, and wholeness. Most clients find my approach gentle, compassionate and involved. I try to leave you with something in each session, instead of "just listening." You can expect to be accepted where you are, to feel safe, and to be an active participant in your unique journey as we move at your own pace.
Hello! I am a Trauma Specialist trained in EMDR, Hypnotherapy, QHHT, IFS, and Trauma Therapy and specialize in PTSD, ADHD, anxiety and depression with over 15 years of experience assisting clients to a state of well-being, growth, and wholeness. Most clients find my approach gentle, compassionate and involved. I try to leave you with something in each session, instead of "just listening." You can expect to be accepted where you are, to feel safe, and to be an active participant in your unique journey as we move at your own pace.
I'm Rae Marsh, the owner of Yield Counseling Services. I provide Christian mental health therapy and Pastoral Counseling through video sessions. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Certified Professional Christian Counselor. I've supported clients since 2006 and I'm passionate about walking with others along difficult paths. I'm skilled in leading clients toward desired change.
I'm Rae Marsh, the owner of Yield Counseling Services. I provide Christian mental health therapy and Pastoral Counseling through video sessions. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Certified Professional Christian Counselor. I've supported clients since 2006 and I'm passionate about walking with others along difficult paths. I'm skilled in leading clients toward desired change.
I work well with adults who know something needs to change, even if they’re not sure where to start. You may look like you’re handling life on the outside, but privately feel anxious, drained, unmotivated, avoidant, overwhelmed, resentful, or disconnected. Some clients come in tired of overthinking, shutting down, people-pleasing, or repeating the same relationship patterns. You don’t have to have everything figured out, but it helps if you’re willing to look honestly at what isn’t working. I help clients understand the patterns underneath the struggle and build realistic next steps they can use between sessions and in daily life.
I work well with adults who know something needs to change, even if they’re not sure where to start. You may look like you’re handling life on the outside, but privately feel anxious, drained, unmotivated, avoidant, overwhelmed, resentful, or disconnected. Some clients come in tired of overthinking, shutting down, people-pleasing, or repeating the same relationship patterns. You don’t have to have everything figured out, but it helps if you’re willing to look honestly at what isn’t working. I help clients understand the patterns underneath the struggle and build realistic next steps they can use between sessions and in daily life.
Experienced in acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT), somatic care, and exposure and response prevention (ERP).
If you're stuck in a cycle of chaos, burnout, and back to chaos, or you're performing beautifully on the outside but feeling like you’re in a never-ending spiral on the inside. You've landed in the right place. You're tired of the cookie-cutter coping skills that never quite fit your life, and tired of being told "you're so self-aware" but never being shown what to do with that awareness. I get it, and I'm excited to help! In this space, I help you find your footing, build unique skills, and adopt healthier practices so you can learn how to live life well and develop a more grounded sense of self.
Experienced in acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT), somatic care, and exposure and response prevention (ERP).
If you're stuck in a cycle of chaos, burnout, and back to chaos, or you're performing beautifully on the outside but feeling like you’re in a never-ending spiral on the inside. You've landed in the right place. You're tired of the cookie-cutter coping skills that never quite fit your life, and tired of being told "you're so self-aware" but never being shown what to do with that awareness. I get it, and I'm excited to help! In this space, I help you find your footing, build unique skills, and adopt healthier practices so you can learn how to live life well and develop a more grounded sense of self.
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Sandy Boone
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, BC-TMHP, CMHIMP
4 Endorsed
Online Only
You help others to create better lives for themselves, but what about you — where do you turn when you need support while caring for others? You may experience compassion fatigue, burnout, and secondary trauma in helping professions, and the only way you can continue to show up for your patients is to make space to heal for yourself. You are probably a Type-A personality who puts everyone else's needs above your own. I'm here to tell you it's okay to take time for yourself. I'm here to provide a space to heal from old trauma wounds and workplace stressors that have created difficulty in work/life balance.
You help others to create better lives for themselves, but what about you — where do you turn when you need support while caring for others? You may experience compassion fatigue, burnout, and secondary trauma in helping professions, and the only way you can continue to show up for your patients is to make space to heal for yourself. You are probably a Type-A personality who puts everyone else's needs above your own. I'm here to tell you it's okay to take time for yourself. I'm here to provide a space to heal from old trauma wounds and workplace stressors that have created difficulty in work/life balance.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.