Therapists in Asheville, NC

Therapy can be about reflection, growth, self-discovery, problem-solving, or any combination of these experiences. At its core, therapy is about honesty: being more honest with yourself and others, and learning how to live your life in a way that honors your true self. You are smart and capable, but perhaps you are experiencing a struggle that has left you feeling lost, confused or stuck. You may be seeking a safe place to talk about what you’re going through and find a way to heal. As a therapist, I believe that you are the expert on yourself, not me.

Dr. Dacanay provides psychological treatment for children, adults, couples, and families who are adjusting to life changes, struggling to cope with anxiety and depression, needing of behavioral planning, or seeking couples/ family therapy. She helps individuals to be aware of, identify, and change debilitating thought patterns -- and to consistently choose to act effectively in the presence of difficult life events. She also promotes understanding and collaboration among family members in order to solve the problems of one or more individuals, especially with children and adolescents.

Life can be tough. You had expectations of what you thought life would be. What you thought it would be like to perhaps be a mother, to raise a child, and to connect with your family. You imagined it, maybe even dreamed about it. However now you find that living it is not what you expected. Or perhaps not as fulfilling as you had imagined and hoped for. You feel disconnected, and maybe even guilty or frustrated.

Have you been experiencing pain that interferes with your daily functioning, feeling like you have to put on a brave face to get by, but suffering inside? Are you a young adult who previously led a vibrant, active life, now struggling to adjust to a diagnosis and figure out what that means for your present and future? Do you struggle with patterns of thoughts and emotions that heighten your pain and leave you feeling hopeless about ever escaping this cycle? Maybe you are starting to consider that traumatic events in the past have contributed to your current experience of pain and suffering.

The world feels different and so do you. At times it can feel hard to put words to the experience you are having but what you do know is that you feel far from okay. Even if you had the words to describe it, you fear that others might not understand. You know that something's gotta give but you don’t even know where to start. The good news is, if you are sitting here and reading this, you’ve already started. Take a deep breathe, but actually, like a really really deep breathe, and sit in that for just a moment. Wherever you decide to go from here, you don’t have to go it alone.

I am passionate about helping those who want to make change and are struggling with the motivation to do so. I love supporting humans who have always had it all together and now need support. I believe both counseling and healing are full-person activities surrounding the mind, the body, and the spirit. I believe different things will work for different people. I approach and meet every client where they are and may use motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, or client-centered therapy. I enjoy working with young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, grief and trauma.

I believe that you bring wisdom to the places of disorientation in your life. As a spiritually-integrated psychotherapist, my role is to help you nurture the conditions where you can reconnect with this wisdom. The primary condition for this reconnection is an authentic relationship with another person. At its best, therapy can help deepen self-awareness, awaken self-compassion, and broaden your capacity for meaningful relationships. My practice resonates for contemplative persons seeking an active partner in the work of reconnection and re-creation.

Hello and welcome! Are you looking for a deeper connection to yourself, others, and life itself? My approach is warm, compassionate, and experiential with a focus on uncovering the unique strengths and innate wisdom within each individual. I am an attachment based therapist and use transparency and direct moment-to-moment experience in session. I blend mindfulness, somatic, expressive arts, and nature-based techniques into individual sessions and therapeutic groups. I believe in the power of human connection to heal and feel honored to support people interested in walking the path toward health and well-being.

When people reach out to me, it’s often because they want something in their lives to be different. Maybe they feel unhappy in their relationships. Maybe they are discouraged about dating. Maybe they feel unfulfilled at work. Maybe being a parent is stressing them out. Maybe they are grieving the loss of someone close to them–and yes, this includes pets! Maybe they think they might be drinking too much. Maybe they are under financial stress. Maybe their family is driving them crazy. Maybe it’s none of the above and they still find themselves here, exploring options because something in their life just isn’t quite right.

Children, Adolescents, Parents & Adults are invited to explore relationship patterns that have contributed to psychological distress and gain awareness of how to positively contribute to interpersonal effectiveness, establish meaningful connections and set appropriate boundaries. Self concept, unmet needs, and goals for reaching your full potential are explored. Communication and coping strategies are taught and practiced to promote healthy emotional regulation and prosocial engagement. Trauma Informed, Jungian & Choice Theory directed, Community Resiliency Model Certified. Trained Equine Assisted Services Provider.

When is the last time you felt unconditionally accepted, exactly as you are? It's my belief and experience that among all of our deepest desires is the longing to be fully seen, validated, and loved, when all the masks are taken away - for who we truly and authentically are. I offer a safe, heartfelt, compassionate space in which individuals can reveal their deepest vulnerabilities. I specialize in working with trauma, women's issues, sexuality, grief, addictions recovery, and spiritual crisis / emergence. I offer individualized and personalized treatment.

Currently Accepting in-person clients on Thursdays. I am honored to work alongside my clients in the process of healing. I am committed to creating a shame-free, empowering space for my clients to connect with their authenticity. I identify as queer and work with the LGBTQIA+ community and am sex-positive, kink-affirming, and knowledgeable about non-monogamy. Additionally, I specialize in working with teens and young adults and am particularly skilled at helping people work through life transitions.

I am encouraged by the resilience of the human spirit. We have an incredible ability to heal and make meaning out of our lives. Within a comfortable therapeutic relationship that is built on trust, the power of telling ones story is transformative and can provide the fuel for making courageous life changes. I work with a range of issues and disorders, including depression, grief, anxiety,attachment and relationship struggles. I have years of experience in trauma recovery work with survivors of violence and sexual abuse. In my work I offer authenticity and direct communication as a compliment to my knowledge base.

I have a humanistic and client-centered approach. I view the counseling relationship as a collaboration between myself and you. Together we will work towards self-acceptance and self-awareness by dealing with issues such as moods, attitudes, thoughts, and behaviors that may be standing in the way of happiness and contentment in your life. I use an integrative method including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, reality therapy, positive psychotherapy, and mindfulness training with a mind-body-and-soul model.

My purpose, my passion, and my plan is to serve marginalized communities in addressing and dismantling the long-term impacts of systemic racism and oppression. As a therapist and servant leader, I find fulfillment in working with individuals to navigate complex trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. As a society, we are struggling to cope with the uncertainty of tomorrow. Together, we can understand and explore the benefits in learning to operate from our value systems and not our circumstances.

We live in a world that is constantly telling us we aren't good enough. Not pretty enough, not smart enough, not a good enough partner, not productive enough, not thin enough, too emotional, too needy... The list goes on. It's easy to find ourselves in relationships, too, that leave us feeling these ways: not enough, or too much altogether. My clients are often questioning the health of their relationships, or are trying to figure out what life looks after it ended. They’re ready to feel better about themselves and rebuild their confidence.