Self-Harming Therapists in Charlotte, NC
The Wise Minds team at Southeast Psych is dedicated to working with individuals and families in group and individual therapy to help our clients overcome their struggles with interpersonal relationships, negative thoughts and feelings about themselves, and teach the skills necessary to cope with the stress and hardship that can come with life. We provide groups for adolescents, teens, and adults and offer ongoing workshops and talks for the public, schools, clients, and other professionals. Our team is made up of licensed doctoral level psychologists with decades worth of combined experience.
The Wise Minds team at Southeast Psych is dedicated to working with individuals and families in group and individual therapy to help our clients overcome their struggles with interpersonal relationships, negative thoughts and feelings about themselves, and teach the skills necessary to cope with the stress and hardship that can come with life. We provide groups for adolescents, teens, and adults and offer ongoing workshops and talks for the public, schools, clients, and other professionals. Our team is made up of licensed doctoral level psychologists with decades worth of combined experience.
You might be going through some dynamic struggles in your family right now. Wanting there to be a stronger connection between you and your partner, or children, and nothing seems to be working. Communication might not be your strong suit and you want to convey everything that's jumbled in your mind the best way possible. It could be hard for you to find friends right now and you can't figure out why. Depression might be taking a toll on you, and it feels like you're in a pit with no way out. There's nothing wrong with this, or you! It's normal, that's why I'm here! Together, we can talk, and work through it!
You might be going through some dynamic struggles in your family right now. Wanting there to be a stronger connection between you and your partner, or children, and nothing seems to be working. Communication might not be your strong suit and you want to convey everything that's jumbled in your mind the best way possible. It could be hard for you to find friends right now and you can't figure out why. Depression might be taking a toll on you, and it feels like you're in a pit with no way out. There's nothing wrong with this, or you! It's normal, that's why I'm here! Together, we can talk, and work through it!
When your child is struggling, it can be painful to watch and hard to know how to help. I specialize in supporting children and teens who face anxiety, depression, disordered eating, rejection sensitivity (ADHD), self-harm, and family or friendship conflict. Using DBT, I teach practical coping skills kids and parents can use every day. Over the past 15 years, I’ve seen how DBT can help families feel more connected and confident as they navigate tough moments together.
When your child is struggling, it can be painful to watch and hard to know how to help. I specialize in supporting children and teens who face anxiety, depression, disordered eating, rejection sensitivity (ADHD), self-harm, and family or friendship conflict. Using DBT, I teach practical coping skills kids and parents can use every day. Over the past 15 years, I’ve seen how DBT can help families feel more connected and confident as they navigate tough moments together.
Adolescence & young adulthood can be a rocky time for many people, but I believe therapy can be of great help. I work with youth struggling primarily with mood, identity, and neurodivergence. 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, and transition to young adulthood stress. Generally I practice strengths-based therapy and dialectal-behavior therapy (DBT) within a caring, humanistic approach.
Adolescence & young adulthood can be a rocky time for many people, but I believe therapy can be of great help. I work with youth struggling primarily with mood, identity, and neurodivergence. 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, and transition to young adulthood stress. Generally I practice strengths-based therapy and dialectal-behavior therapy (DBT) within a caring, humanistic approach.
I am a psychologist with many years of experience working with teens and adults with emotional difficulties. I believe the key to successful treatment is a good client-therapist match and your motivation to getting help. In terms of therapy style, I use an interactive, collaborative approach - a genuine and warm dialogue between two persons who work together to understand/resolve issues. Also, I view myself as someone who asks questions that motivate you to gain further insight about issues of concern and, when you are ready to make changes, I will give you tools and skills to implement them.
I am a psychologist with many years of experience working with teens and adults with emotional difficulties. I believe the key to successful treatment is a good client-therapist match and your motivation to getting help. In terms of therapy style, I use an interactive, collaborative approach - a genuine and warm dialogue between two persons who work together to understand/resolve issues. Also, I view myself as someone who asks questions that motivate you to gain further insight about issues of concern and, when you are ready to make changes, I will give you tools and skills to implement them.
I know therapy can feel like a vulnerable and even intimidating space—but let’s get comfortable with being uncomfortable, so you can get to the place I know you can reach and absolutely deserve to be.
Hi, I’m Sylke Arnold, and I’m truly passionate about supporting youth, families, and individuals on their mental health journey. I strive to create a space where healing feels possible. Becoming a social worker allows me to help break the stigma, disrupt negative generational cycles, and promote positive mental health in every life I touch.
I know therapy can feel like a vulnerable and even intimidating space—but let’s get comfortable with being uncomfortable, so you can get to the place I know you can reach and absolutely deserve to be.
Hi, I’m Sylke Arnold, and I’m truly passionate about supporting youth, families, and individuals on their mental health journey. I strive to create a space where healing feels possible. Becoming a social worker allows me to help break the stigma, disrupt negative generational cycles, and promote positive mental health in every life I touch.
Every day, I interact with people who are brokenhearted, grieving, and/or anxiously waiting to be seen for who they are. Suppose you are looking for an environment to work through these or similarly complex spaces and would like to improve the quality of life for yourself or those you love. As a counselor, I know vulnerability can be scary because of the possibility of being hurt while hoping for better. As a human, I am passionate about providing safe spaces filled with care, compassion, and collaboration.
Every day, I interact with people who are brokenhearted, grieving, and/or anxiously waiting to be seen for who they are. Suppose you are looking for an environment to work through these or similarly complex spaces and would like to improve the quality of life for yourself or those you love. As a counselor, I know vulnerability can be scary because of the possibility of being hurt while hoping for better. As a human, I am passionate about providing safe spaces filled with care, compassion, and collaboration.
I have 10 years of counseling experience providing individual therapy to adults ages 18 and up in an acute inpatient & outpatient setting. My approach is person-centered as I want to make this therapeutic experience as personable as possible. I also want to know you as an individual and understand the hobbies and activities that make up your day-to-day. This helps me know you more and create measurable and achievable goals. I also want to know you as an individual and understand the hobbies and activities that make up your day-to-day routine.
I have 10 years of counseling experience providing individual therapy to adults ages 18 and up in an acute inpatient & outpatient setting. My approach is person-centered as I want to make this therapeutic experience as personable as possible. I also want to know you as an individual and understand the hobbies and activities that make up your day-to-day. This helps me know you more and create measurable and achievable goals. I also want to know you as an individual and understand the hobbies and activities that make up your day-to-day routine.
Counseling is a collaborative process undertaken between you and a therapist, designed to empower you to accomplish mental health and wellness goals. For counseling to be most effective, you must take an active role in the process. A trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship can be transformative. It can be healing simply to be truly heard and understood. I can offer new perspectives and provide insight moving you towards your personal goals. Through clinical experience, compassion, and empathy I support and assist those willing to make a positive difference in their lives.
Counseling is a collaborative process undertaken between you and a therapist, designed to empower you to accomplish mental health and wellness goals. For counseling to be most effective, you must take an active role in the process. A trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship can be transformative. It can be healing simply to be truly heard and understood. I can offer new perspectives and provide insight moving you towards your personal goals. Through clinical experience, compassion, and empathy I support and assist those willing to make a positive difference in their lives.
Anderson Counseling and Education
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, RPT, LPC, LCMHC, ACS
7 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with your marriage, children or family? Is anxiety, depression or trauma keeping you from living the life you know you can have? I specialize in helping clients who are suffering from depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma and family issues. Depending on what the client needs are, we will utilize a holistic approach which focuses on mind (talk therapy, Myers-Briggs Type), body (health, wellness, fitness) and soul (meditation, yoga, and spiritual issues).
Are you struggling with your marriage, children or family? Is anxiety, depression or trauma keeping you from living the life you know you can have? I specialize in helping clients who are suffering from depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma and family issues. Depending on what the client needs are, we will utilize a holistic approach which focuses on mind (talk therapy, Myers-Briggs Type), body (health, wellness, fitness) and soul (meditation, yoga, and spiritual issues).
I love helping people overcome past trauma and build a life worth living! If you are struggling to make sense of your life, recover from trauma, deal with overwhelming stress, and recognize and build on your own values and worth, I would love to help you work on your healing. Whether trauma manifests as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, ADHD, problems with authority, behavioral issues, meltdowns, or other problems, I can help you become the person you were meant to be. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
I love helping people overcome past trauma and build a life worth living! If you are struggling to make sense of your life, recover from trauma, deal with overwhelming stress, and recognize and build on your own values and worth, I would love to help you work on your healing. Whether trauma manifests as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, ADHD, problems with authority, behavioral issues, meltdowns, or other problems, I can help you become the person you were meant to be. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
You are not alone in your journey. Whether you’re seeking clarity, emotional relief, or long-term healing, I’m here to support you every step of the way. My goal is to create an environment where you feel truly heard, valued, and empowered to create lasting change. I help adults facing addiction, stress, or mental-health challenges find balance, purpose, and progress that lasts. My approach is real, compassionate, and goal-focused—because healing isn’t about perfection, it’s about moving forward one step at a time. Let’s start where you are and build from there.
You are not alone in your journey. Whether you’re seeking clarity, emotional relief, or long-term healing, I’m here to support you every step of the way. My goal is to create an environment where you feel truly heard, valued, and empowered to create lasting change. I help adults facing addiction, stress, or mental-health challenges find balance, purpose, and progress that lasts. My approach is real, compassionate, and goal-focused—because healing isn’t about perfection, it’s about moving forward one step at a time. Let’s start where you are and build from there.
I am deeply committed to providing a space where adolescents and adults feel safe to tell their stories. The teenage years and adulthood are full of transitions and adjustments, sometimes creating anxiety or pain—and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside people, and their families, as they navigate these challenges. I am devoted to helping people who have endured a traumatic experience, family issues, depression, and difficulty with self-harm. I strive to provide a safe place for people to be listened to, without judgment, and explore a desirable future.
I am deeply committed to providing a space where adolescents and adults feel safe to tell their stories. The teenage years and adulthood are full of transitions and adjustments, sometimes creating anxiety or pain—and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside people, and their families, as they navigate these challenges. I am devoted to helping people who have endured a traumatic experience, family issues, depression, and difficulty with self-harm. I strive to provide a safe place for people to be listened to, without judgment, and explore a desirable future.
Nature's Way Holistic Counseling offers clinical mental health counseling with the addition of a health and wellness framework that connects the body, mind, and spirit. We believe in the term "holistic" counseling because our minds are not independent of all other aspects of life, but is dependent upon the complex, interconnected factors of life, including the food we eat, the environment in which we live, and the content we consume. Although some counseling services address these topics on some level, there is a gap in the field of practitioners offering such a comprehensive evaluation.
Nature's Way Holistic Counseling offers clinical mental health counseling with the addition of a health and wellness framework that connects the body, mind, and spirit. We believe in the term "holistic" counseling because our minds are not independent of all other aspects of life, but is dependent upon the complex, interconnected factors of life, including the food we eat, the environment in which we live, and the content we consume. Although some counseling services address these topics on some level, there is a gap in the field of practitioners offering such a comprehensive evaluation.
My ideal client is tired of being tired, slowed down by brain fog, anxiety, depression, or the lasting effects of trauma. They notice their sleep is consistently disrupted, either struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling unrested. They feel stuck in a cycle of fatigue and emotional dysregulation, and are seeking not just to talk about their problems, but to find practical, tangible steps to reclaim their energy, stabilize their mood, and build a life of purpose and resilience.
My ideal client is tired of being tired, slowed down by brain fog, anxiety, depression, or the lasting effects of trauma. They notice their sleep is consistently disrupted, either struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling unrested. They feel stuck in a cycle of fatigue and emotional dysregulation, and are seeking not just to talk about their problems, but to find practical, tangible steps to reclaim their energy, stabilize their mood, and build a life of purpose and resilience.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. I have experience working with youth, families, young adults, and adults, supporting clients as they navigate stress, anxiety, ADHD, anger, behavioral challenges, mood changes, and family conflict.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. I have experience working with youth, families, young adults, and adults, supporting clients as they navigate stress, anxiety, ADHD, anger, behavioral challenges, mood changes, and family conflict.
Sometimes life can feel heavier than it should. You might be struggling with anxiety that keeps you on edge, sadness that lingers, or past experiences that resurface in ways that disrupt your everyday life. It can feel like you’re carrying it all alone—or that you “should” just be able to handle it. Pressures from school, work, sports, or personal challenges can make it feel even harder to cope. High expectations—whether from yourself or others—can leave you questioning your confidence or ability to manage it all. You don’t have to face these challenges alone, and with the right support, you can take meaningful steps forward.
Sometimes life can feel heavier than it should. You might be struggling with anxiety that keeps you on edge, sadness that lingers, or past experiences that resurface in ways that disrupt your everyday life. It can feel like you’re carrying it all alone—or that you “should” just be able to handle it. Pressures from school, work, sports, or personal challenges can make it feel even harder to cope. High expectations—whether from yourself or others—can leave you questioning your confidence or ability to manage it all. You don’t have to face these challenges alone, and with the right support, you can take meaningful steps forward.
I love a good puzzle, and I specialize in clients with complex presentations that need a unique blend of treatment techniques. I am an ideal fit for those who feel like they are stuck and have yet to find the help they are looking for. I take a transdiagnostic approach, meaning that I focus more on the pattern of symptoms than on one specific diagnosis. I see a wide range of presenting problems (including personality, mood, and anxiety disorders) and work to understand how all of the pieces of the puzzle fit together and how to best treat them. I help my clients build a life worth living by investing in all the parts of them.
I love a good puzzle, and I specialize in clients with complex presentations that need a unique blend of treatment techniques. I am an ideal fit for those who feel like they are stuck and have yet to find the help they are looking for. I take a transdiagnostic approach, meaning that I focus more on the pattern of symptoms than on one specific diagnosis. I see a wide range of presenting problems (including personality, mood, and anxiety disorders) and work to understand how all of the pieces of the puzzle fit together and how to best treat them. I help my clients build a life worth living by investing in all the parts of them.
Deanna Lenker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Charlotte, NC 28211
Waitlist for new clients
If you are feeling down, depressed, or anxious then therapy might be the first step towards feeling better! As a therapist, I work with my clients to address issues around trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, self-esteem, identity issues, life transitions, and relationships. I particularly enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community, chronically ill individuals, and women. I am geek, goth, and gamer-friendly! I am able to see clients residing in NC, SC, and VA. Please reach out via email to set up new patient appointments
If you are feeling down, depressed, or anxious then therapy might be the first step towards feeling better! As a therapist, I work with my clients to address issues around trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, self-esteem, identity issues, life transitions, and relationships. I particularly enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community, chronically ill individuals, and women. I am geek, goth, and gamer-friendly! I am able to see clients residing in NC, SC, and VA. Please reach out via email to set up new patient appointments
During a typical week, it can be difficult to know how we’re feeling and what's bothering us. Our attention has to be diverted to so many external things, that we barely have time to understand what’s going on internally. All we know is that we’re not feeling great and are mentally struggling in some way. Or we know exactly what’s bothering us, but have no idea where to go from there. Therapy is the 1 hour a week where we can focus on those mental/emotional aspects of life. Therapy is the place where we gain understanding of where we want to go in life, what may be getting in our way, and what we can do to help ourselves.
During a typical week, it can be difficult to know how we’re feeling and what's bothering us. Our attention has to be diverted to so many external things, that we barely have time to understand what’s going on internally. All we know is that we’re not feeling great and are mentally struggling in some way. Or we know exactly what’s bothering us, but have no idea where to go from there. Therapy is the 1 hour a week where we can focus on those mental/emotional aspects of life. Therapy is the place where we gain understanding of where we want to go in life, what may be getting in our way, and what we can do to help ourselves.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.