Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance Therapists in Advance, NC
Seeking help is a sign of strength and health, not weakness or shame. You have a story and it matters. As an experienced mental health therapist, I feel honored to listen to your story as we work together toward change and healing. My style is warm, supportive, emotions-focused and collaborative. I place the utmost importance on developing a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship. I am grounded in person-centered counseling, which emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and acceptance in relationships. Make the investment of time and energy to improve the most influential relationships of your life-it is what we all desire and deserve.
Seeking help is a sign of strength and health, not weakness or shame. You have a story and it matters. As an experienced mental health therapist, I feel honored to listen to your story as we work together toward change and healing. My style is warm, supportive, emotions-focused and collaborative. I place the utmost importance on developing a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship. I am grounded in person-centered counseling, which emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and acceptance in relationships. Make the investment of time and energy to improve the most influential relationships of your life-it is what we all desire and deserve.
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.
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.
Let me help you create the life you want to have. We will start working from where you are and support you building a life worth living. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for positive change. I passionately believe in treating clients with the utmost dignity and respect. I have had the privilege of working with amazing clients from diverse backgrounds, different kinds of diagnoses, and in all phases of life.
Let me help you create the life you want to have. We will start working from where you are and support you building a life worth living. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for positive change. I passionately believe in treating clients with the utmost dignity and respect. I have had the privilege of working with amazing clients from diverse backgrounds, different kinds of diagnoses, and in all phases of life.
Elizabeth Brunson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MDiv, MS/EdS, LCMHC, NCC, EMDRI
Serves Area
Will file BCBSNC, CBHA, but depend upon the client to find out what their deductible, co-pay is.
A warm, supportive therapist, I collaborate with you to utilize your own resources and develop skills needed to change your life and relationships. Applying emotionally focused therapy to restore a partner/family relationship, cognitive behavioral +mind/body approaches to change thinking/improve your mood, or using EMDR or Brainspotting to resolve trauma and its effects, we discover together ways to MEND your mind, body and spirit.
Will file BCBSNC, CBHA, but depend upon the client to find out what their deductible, co-pay is.
A warm, supportive therapist, I collaborate with you to utilize your own resources and develop skills needed to change your life and relationships. Applying emotionally focused therapy to restore a partner/family relationship, cognitive behavioral +mind/body approaches to change thinking/improve your mood, or using EMDR or Brainspotting to resolve trauma and its effects, we discover together ways to MEND your mind, body and spirit.
Life! It can be so hard. You feel like the walls are closing in on you and you can't breathe. You are struggling with worry, anxiety, and feelings of being overwhelmed. You have a never-ending to do list. You are always worried about your children. You are struggling to do everything for everyone, and you do not feel like you are enough. Or maybe you are going through a significant life transition, moving to college, career change, divorce. You know that you can't continue this life path, and you are ready to reach out for help. You are ready to move towards a happier, healthier life.
Life! It can be so hard. You feel like the walls are closing in on you and you can't breathe. You are struggling with worry, anxiety, and feelings of being overwhelmed. You have a never-ending to do list. You are always worried about your children. You are struggling to do everything for everyone, and you do not feel like you are enough. Or maybe you are going through a significant life transition, moving to college, career change, divorce. You know that you can't continue this life path, and you are ready to reach out for help. You are ready to move towards a happier, healthier life.
Susan M Myers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, NCC, RPT
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Is your child unhappy, sad, mad, irritable or scared? All of the above? Are you not sure what is wrong? Is it hard for you to see your child struggling? Have you tried everything you know? If you are in search of answers, help or an objective point of view, I can provide the guidance you need. I provide counseling for children ages preschool through adolescence and their parents. My specialty areas include the treatment of anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, adoption, behavior problems and school-related issues. I consult with parents about school referral/evaluation process.
Is your child unhappy, sad, mad, irritable or scared? All of the above? Are you not sure what is wrong? Is it hard for you to see your child struggling? Have you tried everything you know? If you are in search of answers, help or an objective point of view, I can provide the guidance you need. I provide counseling for children ages preschool through adolescence and their parents. My specialty areas include the treatment of anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, adoption, behavior problems and school-related issues. I consult with parents about school referral/evaluation process.
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As a neurodivergent therapist myself, I believe wholeheartedly in the power of prioritizing my clients’ lived experiences throughout our time together. I work through a lens of intersectionality and feel strongly that each client is the expert of their own experience in life. My goal is always to create a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment where clients can feel safe to express their thoughts and feelings without filters. I love working with clients of all backgrounds who are coping with challenges due to neurodiversity, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and more.
As a neurodivergent therapist myself, I believe wholeheartedly in the power of prioritizing my clients’ lived experiences throughout our time together. I work through a lens of intersectionality and feel strongly that each client is the expert of their own experience in life. My goal is always to create a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment where clients can feel safe to express their thoughts and feelings without filters. I love working with clients of all backgrounds who are coping with challenges due to neurodiversity, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and more.
Let me begin by commending you for demonstrating the strength to take the first step of reaching out for support. By having the courage to begin the therapeutic process, you are taking the first step towards overcoming whatever difficulties you are currently facing and creating a more positive future for yourself, your relationship, or your family. Oftentimes the stressors of life can become overwhelming for us to handle on our own and can negatively impact our relationships with others. Fortunately, you are not alone as I am here to listen with empathy and compassion.
Let me begin by commending you for demonstrating the strength to take the first step of reaching out for support. By having the courage to begin the therapeutic process, you are taking the first step towards overcoming whatever difficulties you are currently facing and creating a more positive future for yourself, your relationship, or your family. Oftentimes the stressors of life can become overwhelming for us to handle on our own and can negatively impact our relationships with others. Fortunately, you are not alone as I am here to listen with empathy and compassion.
Our office files BCBS, Aetna, CBHA, and several other types of insurance, and we can provide a superbill for out of network benefits.
Therapy should be a truly safe space where your identity is affirmed and celebrated. I'm queer and ADHD myself, so I understand that being neurodivergent and/or LGBTQIA+ is a complicated experience. I work with adults, teens, and children ages 3+, using a customized and flexible approach that may integrate talk therapy with mindfulness strategies, expressive arts, and sandtray therapy and/or play therapy. I am also trained in a therapeutic technique called Brainspotting, which can be used with adults or children to nonverbally process memories that are difficult to talk about.
Our office files BCBS, Aetna, CBHA, and several other types of insurance, and we can provide a superbill for out of network benefits.
Therapy should be a truly safe space where your identity is affirmed and celebrated. I'm queer and ADHD myself, so I understand that being neurodivergent and/or LGBTQIA+ is a complicated experience. I work with adults, teens, and children ages 3+, using a customized and flexible approach that may integrate talk therapy with mindfulness strategies, expressive arts, and sandtray therapy and/or play therapy. I am also trained in a therapeutic technique called Brainspotting, which can be used with adults or children to nonverbally process memories that are difficult to talk about.
I enjoy working with all ages, especially young children and teens. My areas of interest include traumatic experiences, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression and grief. I have had specialized experience working with trauma survivors of a of all ages in a hospital setting. I believe in a collaborative, empathetic, person-centered, holistic approach.
I enjoy working with all ages, especially young children and teens. My areas of interest include traumatic experiences, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression and grief. I have had specialized experience working with trauma survivors of a of all ages in a hospital setting. I believe in a collaborative, empathetic, person-centered, holistic approach.
I believe that caring for your mental health is an essential part of living a fulfilled life. I specialize in Perinatal Mental Health, supporting individuals and families through the unique challenges that come with pregnancy, postpartum, and the parenting journey. I also have training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Brainspotting; evidence-based approaches that can be especially effective in treating trauma, anxiety, and other emotional difficulties.
I believe that caring for your mental health is an essential part of living a fulfilled life. I specialize in Perinatal Mental Health, supporting individuals and families through the unique challenges that come with pregnancy, postpartum, and the parenting journey. I also have training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Brainspotting; evidence-based approaches that can be especially effective in treating trauma, anxiety, and other emotional difficulties.
Kathy Kirstner, LCMHC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MSEdS, LCMHC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
LCHMC - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - Struggling with anxiety or depression? Feeling stressed and overwhelmed or feel your mood changing often? I have over 20 years experience helping people resolve their difficulties and make decisions to help them move forward. I have experience with mood disorders, trauma, abuse, Together we'll navigate the obstacles which hold you back from who you want to be. I provide a safe and secure environment for you to find your path to meet your goals. Take that first step to make a positive change in your life. I work with teenagers, adults & families. I am also LGBTQ affirming.
LCHMC - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - Struggling with anxiety or depression? Feeling stressed and overwhelmed or feel your mood changing often? I have over 20 years experience helping people resolve their difficulties and make decisions to help them move forward. I have experience with mood disorders, trauma, abuse, Together we'll navigate the obstacles which hold you back from who you want to be. I provide a safe and secure environment for you to find your path to meet your goals. Take that first step to make a positive change in your life. I work with teenagers, adults & families. I am also LGBTQ affirming.
I bring a practical approach to therapy with over 25 years of experience, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help people build skills to manage difficult problems. I work with adults, adolescents and families. I am experienced in working with individuals suffering from various conditions, including depression, anxiety, Bipolar, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and schizophrenia. I have extensive training in Brainspotting, a trauma focused therapy, which has been effectively put to use with many of my patients since 2018.
I bring a practical approach to therapy with over 25 years of experience, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help people build skills to manage difficult problems. I work with adults, adolescents and families. I am experienced in working with individuals suffering from various conditions, including depression, anxiety, Bipolar, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and schizophrenia. I have extensive training in Brainspotting, a trauma focused therapy, which has been effectively put to use with many of my patients since 2018.
Crossnore Communities for Children offers services to outpatient clients utilizing a trauma-informed model of care. We provide each client with a complete clinical assessment to ensure they receive personalized services and the best care for their needs. Our clients work with a therapist in a consistent, structured, and collaborative environment that promotes growth and healing.
Crossnore Communities for Children offers services to outpatient clients utilizing a trauma-informed model of care. We provide each client with a complete clinical assessment to ensure they receive personalized services and the best care for their needs. Our clients work with a therapist in a consistent, structured, and collaborative environment that promotes growth and healing.
Leigh Zick Dongre
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, PhD, LCMHC-S, LCAS, CCS
1 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27104
Something has brought you here. I am so glad you came. I walk alongside adults, young adults, and couples carrying anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, addiction and recovery, chronic pain, grief, relationship struggles, and the tender seasons of life, namely college, new parenthood, empty nest, career change, divorce, caregiving, and retirement. I have a special heart for helping professionals in healthcare, namely those who pour out so much and rarely have a place to be held themselves. I offer a warm, collaborative approach honoring mind, body, and spirit as we work toward meaningful change. Licensed in NC, SC, VA, CT, and NJ.
Something has brought you here. I am so glad you came. I walk alongside adults, young adults, and couples carrying anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, addiction and recovery, chronic pain, grief, relationship struggles, and the tender seasons of life, namely college, new parenthood, empty nest, career change, divorce, caregiving, and retirement. I have a special heart for helping professionals in healthcare, namely those who pour out so much and rarely have a place to be held themselves. I offer a warm, collaborative approach honoring mind, body, and spirit as we work toward meaningful change. Licensed in NC, SC, VA, CT, and NJ.
Jessica Childers Hammer
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHC-A, LCAS-A, NCC
1 Endorsed
Harmony, NC 28634
I am a graduate of The University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in religious studies and graduate of Liberty University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with clients using person-centered, solution focused brief therapy, and faith-based therapy integrated with cognitive behavior therapy to help individuals recognize their strengths and abilities to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and improve relationships. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples who have emotional, addiction, or behavioral challenges.
I am a graduate of The University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in religious studies and graduate of Liberty University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with clients using person-centered, solution focused brief therapy, and faith-based therapy integrated with cognitive behavior therapy to help individuals recognize their strengths and abilities to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and improve relationships. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples who have emotional, addiction, or behavioral challenges.
Therapy is a unique experience for each person and couple. It helps you learn about yourself, your relationships and how you interact with the world. It can be a place to find healing and self-understanding. As a counselor, my approach is integrative, but grounded in attachment theory. I offer individual, couples, and family counseling. For couples therapy, I utilize Emotionally Focussed Therapy, which is backed by over 20 years of research on attachment relationship patterns. Research shows that approximately 90% of couples show significant improvements.
Therapy is a unique experience for each person and couple. It helps you learn about yourself, your relationships and how you interact with the world. It can be a place to find healing and self-understanding. As a counselor, my approach is integrative, but grounded in attachment theory. I offer individual, couples, and family counseling. For couples therapy, I utilize Emotionally Focussed Therapy, which is backed by over 20 years of research on attachment relationship patterns. Research shows that approximately 90% of couples show significant improvements.
Is life hard right now? Maybe you feel overwhelmed in your relationship, parenting or at work? Maybe other areas of your life are stressful. Sometimes life is difficult, and it is completely expected that you might not feel ok! That's why I am here to help. I use various modalities and techniques to help you work through whatever stress you might be experiencing; however, I strive to help you feel like we are just having a good conversation about your life. I provide a safe, nonjudgemental environment for you to process anything you may need to process. I have a niche of helping clients recover from narcissistic abuse.
Is life hard right now? Maybe you feel overwhelmed in your relationship, parenting or at work? Maybe other areas of your life are stressful. Sometimes life is difficult, and it is completely expected that you might not feel ok! That's why I am here to help. I use various modalities and techniques to help you work through whatever stress you might be experiencing; however, I strive to help you feel like we are just having a good conversation about your life. I provide a safe, nonjudgemental environment for you to process anything you may need to process. I have a niche of helping clients recover from narcissistic abuse.
Tanya Gunter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAEd, NCC, LCMHC
2 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27101
Waitlist for new clients
The therapeutic process is an opportunity to to address problematic issues in a safe, nurturing environment that will encourage growth toward healing, self-awareness, coping and wellness. I specialize in counseling women, men and adolescents who strive to change unhealthy patterns and learn new ways of becoming successful, happy and peaceful. If you find yourself thinking, "Life shouldn't be this hard," I can help you examine the disconnect you feel and and turn it into knowledge that works for you. Choices rather than limitations; power over powerlessness.
The therapeutic process is an opportunity to to address problematic issues in a safe, nurturing environment that will encourage growth toward healing, self-awareness, coping and wellness. I specialize in counseling women, men and adolescents who strive to change unhealthy patterns and learn new ways of becoming successful, happy and peaceful. If you find yourself thinking, "Life shouldn't be this hard," I can help you examine the disconnect you feel and and turn it into knowledge that works for you. Choices rather than limitations; power over powerlessness.
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Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance strives to facilitate and ensure that members receive the most efficient and effective mental health and chemical dependency treatment available and that their benefits are used wisely. In Advance, NC, Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance insurance goes by the acronym CBHA.