Therapists in Asheville, NC
Dr. Rhonda Karg is an internationally renowned expert in assessing and treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse. She is a co-author of the Structured Clinical Interview for the DSM-5, which is considered worldwide to be the gold standard of psychiatric assessments. Dr. Karg is an active research scientist with Columbia University, and a clinical psychologist specializing in solution-focused psychotherapy where you'll not just talk about problems — she actually teaches you new skills so that you feel better as quickly as possible. Dr. Karg provides evidence-based treatment and consultation.
Dr. Rhonda Karg is an internationally renowned expert in assessing and treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse. She is a co-author of the Structured Clinical Interview for the DSM-5, which is considered worldwide to be the gold standard of psychiatric assessments. Dr. Karg is an active research scientist with Columbia University, and a clinical psychologist specializing in solution-focused psychotherapy where you'll not just talk about problems — she actually teaches you new skills so that you feel better as quickly as possible. Dr. Karg provides evidence-based treatment and consultation.
Out of network provider for all insurances You're tired. You have to carry BIG emotions all the damn time with no outlet to let them out. You cry when you’re alone, but put on a smile so the world can’t see you're hurting on the inside. There is no time to slow down because slowing down makes the inner critic grow louder about how awful you are. Perhaps you get some release through disordered eating, but ultimately, that voice comes right back again. The inner critic makes it hard for you to accept yourself and love your flaws. It makes it hard for you to live your life intentionally, with confidence in yourself to use your voice.
Out of network provider for all insurances You're tired. You have to carry BIG emotions all the damn time with no outlet to let them out. You cry when you’re alone, but put on a smile so the world can’t see you're hurting on the inside. There is no time to slow down because slowing down makes the inner critic grow louder about how awful you are. Perhaps you get some release through disordered eating, but ultimately, that voice comes right back again. The inner critic makes it hard for you to accept yourself and love your flaws. It makes it hard for you to live your life intentionally, with confidence in yourself to use your voice.
Paige Blaha
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHC-A, LCAS-A, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803
Transitions in our lives can be difficult and can be overwhelming. Whether you are someone seeking to identify boundaries and structure routine in your life and in new or established relationships, or you have found that you are struggling to support your day to day needs alone in a new season of life. I am someone who recognizes the importance of identifying a supportive environment, having collaborative goals, and integrating into the community to encourage recovery and growth. If you are someone who seeks to express yourself, your needs, and perhaps enjoy or are curious to do so creatively, I would be honored to support you.
Transitions in our lives can be difficult and can be overwhelming. Whether you are someone seeking to identify boundaries and structure routine in your life and in new or established relationships, or you have found that you are struggling to support your day to day needs alone in a new season of life. I am someone who recognizes the importance of identifying a supportive environment, having collaborative goals, and integrating into the community to encourage recovery and growth. If you are someone who seeks to express yourself, your needs, and perhaps enjoy or are curious to do so creatively, I would be honored to support you.
Caroline Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28806
If you or someone close to you is facing the challenges of active addiction, or if you're in recovery and ready to address the experiences that led to substance use, you're not alone. Perhaps others have expressed concern about how you're using substances to cope with daily stress. You deserve a safe, non-judgmental space to explore the role alcohol or drugs have played in your life. Together we can work towards the life you've always envisioned for yourself.
If you or someone close to you is facing the challenges of active addiction, or if you're in recovery and ready to address the experiences that led to substance use, you're not alone. Perhaps others have expressed concern about how you're using substances to cope with daily stress. You deserve a safe, non-judgmental space to explore the role alcohol or drugs have played in your life. Together we can work towards the life you've always envisioned for yourself.
Katie Ford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
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.
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.
Olivia Shealy / Chronic Pain + Body Trauma Therapy
Counselor, LCMHCA, CCTP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I wholeheartedly believe in our body's ability to heal. And that with the right support, incredible growth is possible. I love supporting clients as they work to rebuild their lives and regain the power of their own agency in the face of chronic pain, body trauma, complex grief disorders, and PTSD. I also believe in the many ways in which our mental, physical, and emotional bodies work together to reestablish internal equilibrium within ourselves. As Gestalt Therapy pioneer Fritz Perls was eloquently quoted as saying: “We are not a summation of parts, but rather a coordination of the whole”.
I wholeheartedly believe in our body's ability to heal. And that with the right support, incredible growth is possible. I love supporting clients as they work to rebuild their lives and regain the power of their own agency in the face of chronic pain, body trauma, complex grief disorders, and PTSD. I also believe in the many ways in which our mental, physical, and emotional bodies work together to reestablish internal equilibrium within ourselves. As Gestalt Therapy pioneer Fritz Perls was eloquently quoted as saying: “We are not a summation of parts, but rather a coordination of the whole”.
Matthew Beason
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803
My ideal therapy client is a man who is navigating the complexities of his path, seeking both challenge and understanding. He is someone who values an engaging, warm, humorous, and challenging environment. My goal is to understand him, to explore the unique aspects of his personality and experiences. Through this collaborative process, he can anticipate gaining a deeper sense of self-awareness, a more meaningful life, and enriched relationships.
My ideal therapy client is a man who is navigating the complexities of his path, seeking both challenge and understanding. He is someone who values an engaging, warm, humorous, and challenging environment. My goal is to understand him, to explore the unique aspects of his personality and experiences. Through this collaborative process, he can anticipate gaining a deeper sense of self-awareness, a more meaningful life, and enriched relationships.
Are you living in ways you know aren't serving you, but you're unsure how to change? Perhaps you feel stuck in patterns of thinking or acting that hurt yourself and others, yet you're struggling to find a way out. Or maybe you feel like your sense of self worth is dependent on what you do, and despite being a high achiever you still feel like you're not good enough. You might struggle with your sensitivity and experience repetitive and painful relationship patterns, or an inner conflict about what you want and how to move forward. If this is you, you're in the right place.
Are you living in ways you know aren't serving you, but you're unsure how to change? Perhaps you feel stuck in patterns of thinking or acting that hurt yourself and others, yet you're struggling to find a way out. Or maybe you feel like your sense of self worth is dependent on what you do, and despite being a high achiever you still feel like you're not good enough. You might struggle with your sensitivity and experience repetitive and painful relationship patterns, or an inner conflict about what you want and how to move forward. If this is you, you're in the right place.
Tara J Noid
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803
I specialize in oppositional & treatment resistant teens and those with ADHD of all ages. In addition to addressing the disorders that go along with ADHD- anxiety, anger management, depression and substance abuse- I also work frequently with couples to improve their relationships as well as families as a whole. I enjoy my job and working to help people feel better about themselves and their lives by providing support, teaching coping skills and communication skills, solutions and feedback. I can and do speak fluent sarcasm and yes people with ADHD can do yoga.
I specialize in oppositional & treatment resistant teens and those with ADHD of all ages. In addition to addressing the disorders that go along with ADHD- anxiety, anger management, depression and substance abuse- I also work frequently with couples to improve their relationships as well as families as a whole. I enjoy my job and working to help people feel better about themselves and their lives by providing support, teaching coping skills and communication skills, solutions and feedback. I can and do speak fluent sarcasm and yes people with ADHD can do yoga.
My approach to therapy starts with learning about how the individual has come to experience the world, knowing that this is shaped by traumatic events, societal expectations, attachments to primary caregivers, systemic racism, wiring passed down by ancestors, conditioned responses of the nervous system, so forth and so on. In doing so, we might also uncover blind spots that contribute to the ways we show up in our lives that no longer serve us. My style is direct and open, using a here-and-now perspective rooted in mindfulness-based and existential-humanistic theories.
My approach to therapy starts with learning about how the individual has come to experience the world, knowing that this is shaped by traumatic events, societal expectations, attachments to primary caregivers, systemic racism, wiring passed down by ancestors, conditioned responses of the nervous system, so forth and so on. In doing so, we might also uncover blind spots that contribute to the ways we show up in our lives that no longer serve us. My style is direct and open, using a here-and-now perspective rooted in mindfulness-based and existential-humanistic theories.
Hello! I’m a licensed social worker with over 17 years of experience in the field. My specialties include working with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, stress, and compulsive and obsessive behaviors. I use a holistic approach which can incorporate techniques such as mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy. I often find that my clients benefit from my experience working with modern neuroscience, which helps us better understand what’s going on inside our brains as we work towards changing our patterns of thinking and behavior.
Hello! I’m a licensed social worker with over 17 years of experience in the field. My specialties include working with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, stress, and compulsive and obsessive behaviors. I use a holistic approach which can incorporate techniques such as mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy. I often find that my clients benefit from my experience working with modern neuroscience, which helps us better understand what’s going on inside our brains as we work towards changing our patterns of thinking and behavior.
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Page D. Albright
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Not accepting new clients
I have been a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) for the past 30 years serving diverse/multicultural populations that include adults and older adolescents My goal is to provide a safe and accepting environment where you feel comfortable to explore. discover and remove the blocks that have kept you trapped/struck from moving in the direction you desire. In my "toolbox," I employ various tech/strategies some of which you will learn to use on your own. I have been trained in a variety of modalities CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, IFS, and family systems therapy.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) for the past 30 years serving diverse/multicultural populations that include adults and older adolescents My goal is to provide a safe and accepting environment where you feel comfortable to explore. discover and remove the blocks that have kept you trapped/struck from moving in the direction you desire. In my "toolbox," I employ various tech/strategies some of which you will learn to use on your own. I have been trained in a variety of modalities CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, IFS, and family systems therapy.
I focus on helping people with ADHD retake control of their lives. It can take a lot of courage to ask for help when struggling or feeling hopeless. I believe in the ability and potential of all persons to live happy and fulfilling lives. I promote holistic health and wellness through the components of both mind and body. I work to aid you in fostering hope and meaning in your life, now and for the future. I encourage clients to set attainable goals and work closely with my clients to find value and meaning in life and gain greater life satisfaction and happiness through addressing cognitive, emotional and behavioral factors.
I focus on helping people with ADHD retake control of their lives. It can take a lot of courage to ask for help when struggling or feeling hopeless. I believe in the ability and potential of all persons to live happy and fulfilling lives. I promote holistic health and wellness through the components of both mind and body. I work to aid you in fostering hope and meaning in your life, now and for the future. I encourage clients to set attainable goals and work closely with my clients to find value and meaning in life and gain greater life satisfaction and happiness through addressing cognitive, emotional and behavioral factors.
Henry Matthew Begner
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCASA
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
Clients come to me with stress, sadness, anxiety, guilt, grief, shame, confusion, addictions, relationship issues and trauma. Clients often need help with processing overwhelming emotional experiences and getting back to a place where they can 'self-regulate' their own nervous systems during tough times. My work focuses on a somatic/body-centered, trauma informed, mindfulness-based approach. Clients who work with me find that the therapeutic relationship serves as a resource for getting where they want to be in their lives. With therapeutic support, difficult experiences help guide us to our innate wisdom, strength and resilience.
Clients come to me with stress, sadness, anxiety, guilt, grief, shame, confusion, addictions, relationship issues and trauma. Clients often need help with processing overwhelming emotional experiences and getting back to a place where they can 'self-regulate' their own nervous systems during tough times. My work focuses on a somatic/body-centered, trauma informed, mindfulness-based approach. Clients who work with me find that the therapeutic relationship serves as a resource for getting where they want to be in their lives. With therapeutic support, difficult experiences help guide us to our innate wisdom, strength and resilience.
Nicole Boudreaux
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803
As a therapist at Matone Counseling, I support clients who may be feeling stuck and are looking for some support in finding a starting point and getting some traction, or who are simply looking for a safe space to express and explore themselves. I'm passionate about working with young adults and adults (18-40) struggling with anxiety, traumatic experiences and life transitions.
As a therapist at Matone Counseling, I support clients who may be feeling stuck and are looking for some support in finding a starting point and getting some traction, or who are simply looking for a safe space to express and explore themselves. I'm passionate about working with young adults and adults (18-40) struggling with anxiety, traumatic experiences and life transitions.
Wild Geese Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
The last thing we wish for in the midst of struggle is to feel shame for our human experiences. We often benefit from having another person to partner with during our healing process. It is especially important that we are in the presence of a person who is genuine in creating a space for us that is safe, inclusive, and nurturing. I admire you for taking this step for yourself and I hope you might find it with me - where I will strive to facilitate an environment where you feel free enough to come as you are. I believe that together we can discover the type of love towards yourself that could lead you to a life filled with joy.
The last thing we wish for in the midst of struggle is to feel shame for our human experiences. We often benefit from having another person to partner with during our healing process. It is especially important that we are in the presence of a person who is genuine in creating a space for us that is safe, inclusive, and nurturing. I admire you for taking this step for yourself and I hope you might find it with me - where I will strive to facilitate an environment where you feel free enough to come as you are. I believe that together we can discover the type of love towards yourself that could lead you to a life filled with joy.
Kim Granelle
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Perhaps like you, when I’ve felt trapped in my darkest moments, I never would have believed that pain could lead to my greatest inspirations. But through my own process in therapy, I have discovered that this is the truest paradox. So often, the way out is through and the key to our freedom is within what binds us. Shining a safe and supportive light into our deepest processes can provide the perspective and clarity needed to heed our own internal compass for healing. This process of reflection can sometimes feel daunting, so our therapeutic relationship is an important place to find safety on this journey that you're already on.
Perhaps like you, when I’ve felt trapped in my darkest moments, I never would have believed that pain could lead to my greatest inspirations. But through my own process in therapy, I have discovered that this is the truest paradox. So often, the way out is through and the key to our freedom is within what binds us. Shining a safe and supportive light into our deepest processes can provide the perspective and clarity needed to heed our own internal compass for healing. This process of reflection can sometimes feel daunting, so our therapeutic relationship is an important place to find safety on this journey that you're already on.
Shannon Worley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, Lisw-CP
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28803
Something needs to change so you can breathe again, feel connected to yourself and others. The stress keeps growing daily and you wonder if you will ever be able to understand what is going on inside of you. Perhaps the shame and guilt of not doing/being enough just won't go away. You may feel like you never have time for yourself anymore. There may be feelings of sadness around a loss of a person, place, relationship or dream. It's possible you keep thinking that some things in your past you can't let go of. All of this may be creating difficulties in your relationships, your daily life and you don't know what else to do anymore.
Something needs to change so you can breathe again, feel connected to yourself and others. The stress keeps growing daily and you wonder if you will ever be able to understand what is going on inside of you. Perhaps the shame and guilt of not doing/being enough just won't go away. You may feel like you never have time for yourself anymore. There may be feelings of sadness around a loss of a person, place, relationship or dream. It's possible you keep thinking that some things in your past you can't let go of. All of this may be creating difficulties in your relationships, your daily life and you don't know what else to do anymore.
Justina Janda
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
Life can be challenging for all of us. Stress, anxiety, and depression in these times are common, and you are not alone. Maybe you are looking for happiness, peace, and stability, but don't know where to start. Or maybe you just want to have a safe space to explore who you really are at your core, and find the sources of meaning and purpose in your life. All humans have an amazing ability to grow and change, and sometimes our struggles are just here to give us a push forward into new horizons. As a therapist, I see myself as someone who helps to facilitate that growth in others.
Life can be challenging for all of us. Stress, anxiety, and depression in these times are common, and you are not alone. Maybe you are looking for happiness, peace, and stability, but don't know where to start. Or maybe you just want to have a safe space to explore who you really are at your core, and find the sources of meaning and purpose in your life. All humans have an amazing ability to grow and change, and sometimes our struggles are just here to give us a push forward into new horizons. As a therapist, I see myself as someone who helps to facilitate that growth in others.
I believe every person has the right to feel seen, valued, and heard. I provide a safe space for my clients. A space where there is no judgement; where over time, when trust is built within the therapeutic relationship, the client will bring their most authentic self into session. I use an integrative approach, although my roots lay in modern psychoanalysis and in attachment framework. Having healthy relationships, specifically with ourselves is challenging! Relationships are vital to the emotional and mental health of all human beings especially the relationship with the self, as I believe it holds both the wound and the cure.
I believe every person has the right to feel seen, valued, and heard. I provide a safe space for my clients. A space where there is no judgement; where over time, when trust is built within the therapeutic relationship, the client will bring their most authentic self into session. I use an integrative approach, although my roots lay in modern psychoanalysis and in attachment framework. Having healthy relationships, specifically with ourselves is challenging! Relationships are vital to the emotional and mental health of all human beings especially the relationship with the self, as I believe it holds both the wound and the cure.
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Number of Therapists in Asheville, NC
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Asheville, NC who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 77% | Self Esteem |
| 75% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Stress |
| 69% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 87% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 83% | Aetna |
| 48% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Asheville, NC see their clients
| 68% | In Person and Online | |
| 32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 76% | Female | |
| 22% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |