Lesbian Therapists in Ashbrook-Clawson Village, Charlotte, NC

I enjoy working with clients from all ages, cultures and backgrounds. I believe mental wellness is an essential part of living a balanced and full life.

Are you looking for a therapist who can help you create a more authentic and hope-filled life? Look no further! With over 35 years of experience, I have helped countless individuals overcome their struggles and achieve their goals. At my practice, I specialize in depth psychology, which promotes the idea that we all have untapped inner resources for healing. So, our dreams, then, can be a powerful tool for unlocking the unconscious mind and the treasures hidden within. By listening deeply to the images and symbols in our dreams, we can uncover essential truths about your life, gaining insight into your deepest desires and fears.

It is miserable to feel stuck. Stuck in the past, stuck in moving forward, stuck in depression or anxiety. We all want to feel a sense of purpose, and that we can live fully in the present and have a vision for the future, no matter our circumstances. There are a number of things that can make us feel stuck, such as trauma, unresolved grief, regrets, shame, broken relationships, and a fear of failure. Sometimes couples feel stuck in working through difficult issues and the resulting anger and hurt. We all go through these times in our lives and may come to a point when we realize that we need some help to move forward.

Are you struggling in your relationship? Feeling like things just aren't clicking the way they used to? It's tough when you're holding on by a thread, trying to meet everyone's needs while feeling like yours are being overlooked. Maybe you're wondering if it's normal to feel this way, or if there's something more you could be doing. You're not alone. Many couples find themselves in this situation, where it seems like no matter how hard they try, they can't seem to communicate effectively or meet each other's needs. But there is hope.

Are you looking for something different? I will help you explore solutions through various ways including traditional talk therapy, utilizing yoga and active relaxation, as well as Neurofeedback training. Since 2009, I have served as an Outpatient Therapist in private practice. I have experience and training in the areas of anxiety, depression, divorce, separation, grief, trauma, abuse, identity development, interpersonal relationships, PTSD, self-injury, self-regulation, and self-esteem building. I work well with highly motivated clients and will often times provide resources for work and reflection between sessions.

Life is always changing direction keeping us in a constant state of transition. At times these changes can become overwhelming. Some of these changes include death of a loved one, relationship status, identity issues, and unresolved childhood pain. You don't need to struggle through these hard times on your own. You deserve support, understanding, and care in a non-judgmental environment. You don't have to be alone; I'm here for you.

Adolescence can be a rocky time for many people, but I believe therapy can be of great help. I work with teenagers and young adults, struggling primarily with mood, identity, and impulse control difficulties. My goals are to help young people build their strengths and relationships in order to find happiness and success as emerging adults. Some of the things I treat are: depression, self-harm, anxiety, family conflict, gender dysphoria, transition to young adulthood stress, and disordered eating habits. Generally I practice cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectal-behavior therapy (DBT) within a caring, humanistic approach.

People come to therapy for many different reasons; some want to enrich their relationships or solve a specific problem, others may be stuck in patterns of behavior that they have had difficulty changing. Seeking therapy is a healthy and courageous step in honestly examining your life. It is a collaborative process of identifying and overcoming your unique patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting, which may have limited you. In our work together, you will develop new skills to enhance your overall well-being, improve your relationships, and enable you to make better choices in life.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has been helping people in the Charlotte area make essential changes in their lives for 21years. I believe that a frank and gentle approach which values the therapeutic relationship is the key to facilitate individual change. My approach is an active one in which I work with the client to find resources and experiences that create a sense of hope within. I have two major areas of focus: life span issues in adults; adjustment problems in children and adolescents. With each group I cultivate a sense of humor and an ability to play as part of my therapy.

Feeling overwhelmed or dissatisfied with your life? If you have experienced trauma, whether recurring or as an isolated incident, sometimes the typical stresses of a normal day can provoke anxiety, fear, anger, or withdrawal. Therapy can give you the tools to deal with life's challenges and can enable you to minimize your stress levels while continuing your personal growth. I support you in exploring ways to increase happiness and well-being while you integrate lasting, positive changes in your relationships with others, and most importantly, with yourself.

Life and love can be messy. Our 24/7 world can make otherwise successful people get out of balance in their lives and in their relationships. The good news is: quality, research-based counseling works for couples and individuals. Together, we can help you and/or your relationship feel better.

Therapy can be useful to people from all walks of life. Attending therapy can be helpful for everyone. No matter how big or small your struggle, never hesitate to ask for help. I'm here to support you! I'm Dr. Blair Hamel and I have over nine years of experience helping children, teens, and adults in various clinical settings.

At Dogwood Counseling, we believe in meeting you where you are and helping you get to where you want to be. We are a team of licensed clinicians, each with individualized specialties and areas of interest. Being part of a dedicated group of clinicians allows us the opportunity to collaborate and work together to provide clients with the best care.

Come to terms with the past & change your life for the better. Whether the issue is depression, anxiety, failed relationships, work stress, or just life in general, I can help you sort it out!

Are you tired of staying small and playing it safe? Do you find yourself spending lots of anxious energy trying not to be so sensitive because you learned early on your feelings are a bad thing? Are you wanting to show up in a way that feels more authentic to you, but you can’t seem to figure out how? Imagine what it would be like to feel good being yourself. There wouldn’t be so much of a need for things to appear picture perfect on the outside. You could actually honor your feelings and needs. You could take up space. You could move through the messier parts of your life with more confidence and compassion for yourself.

Weekday appointments available: My approach to therapy is attachment based psychoanalysis with a trauma focus. All humans have the basic fundamental need to be loved, be seen, and be heard. Our beliefs, feelings, behavior patterns, and relational dynamics are driven by these needs before we could articulate. We learned about our world through our first relationships and these subconscious attachments. We work with the subconscious, identify how your attachment reinforces choices, and unworked through feelings. You may not have an identified traumatic experience; rather, you experienced an event that was too complex to process then.

Have you been struggling with depression or low self esteem to the point of hating yourself? Maybe you've been struggling with this for years and can't imagine not dealing with it. Do you have horrible memories from your past that you try your best to ignore but they always seem to seep their way into your brain? It's not your fault that you have trauma, but you may sometimes feel like it is. What about obsessive, anxious thoughts that you can't get our of your head? They might even be causing you to act in a way that doesn't feel like you.

The fact that you're reading this profile shows that you have the courage to make a change in your life. I'm at a stage in my life where I've experienced most of the ups and downs that life throws at all of us. I'd love the privilege to help you navigate this chapter of your life and help you achieve your goals. Give me a call for a free 15 minute consultation and let's see if we're a good fit!

Prior to private practice, I worked in a variety of community-based jobs including in-home family therapy, crisis response, domestic violence, and adolescents interfacing with the criminal justice system. Now I enjoy working mainly with young adults and adolescents, affirming their life experience and re-imagining what a full life looks like. I'm here for the clients who find themselves operating outside of societal norms and learning how to build their own path. My clinical lens is rooted in harm-reduction, person-in-environment and trauma-informed approaches.