Trauma Focused Therapists in Charlotte, NC
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Earl C. Martin Jr.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
In addition to
trauma focused
therapy, I have experience in working with anxiety, domestic violence, depression, stigma, and marginalized groups, with my passion being working with members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Understanding the importance of self-discovery and the journey to happiness, I strive to aid those achieve the best version of themselves by enhancing their skills to breakthrough their barriers. With my passion and background in helping individuals deal with traumatic experiences, I truly believe each person has the innate potential to achieve their full healthy selves. I been have been working in the human services and mental health field for over six years, and recognize that each individuals story is uniquely their own and that their healthiest selves can be achieved.

Sandy Hammond Póvoa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience assisting adults, children, youth and families in overcoming some of life's challenges including trauma, grief, depression, anxiety life transitions and relationship issues. My approach to therapy is one of partnership; working together with you to develop goals that are important to you. I particularly like working with children and youth and their caregivers in order to enhance relationships and overall functioning.

Beverly (Mecca) L Moss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC-S, LCAS-A
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Moss Counseling Services specializes in the following populations: Transgender, gender non-conforming, Lesbian ,Gay , Sexually aggressive youth,
Trauma Focused
(CBT), ADHD * Anxiety Disorder * Bipolar Disorder * Compulsive Disorder * Depression * Sexuality Identity * Childhood /adolescent Behavioral concerns, Learning /academic Disabilities * Panic Disorder * schizophrenia * Substance Abuse * Grief and Loss.
"Beginning therapy can be a very difficult decision for one to make. I am so excited that you have taken the first step in this rewarding journey!" My passion and goals are to assist others to experience healing and wholeness in life through management of the symptoms that cause dysfunction in everyday lives. Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As an integrated therapist my goal is to help you figure out how to use your own resiliency."

Surviving The Battle, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMH, TFCBT, EDMR
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
However,
Trauma Focused
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is my specialty.
Hope all is well, Thank You for visiting our page and thank you for the opportunity of allowing us to possibly assist you, a referral, your child or your loved one with their mental health needs. In my own words "I am a Mentor by Nature and a Therapist by profession. Through my work experiences and education, I realized there is a significant difference between mentoring & counseling. So I decided to create a clinical platform to better assist our community with their mental health needs". Please visit us at www.survivingthebattle.com for additional information.

Serenity Counseling of the Carolinas PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCASA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Serenity Counseling of the Carolinas PLLC is prepared to offer a safe environment that allows self thought processing of emotional, stressors or behavioral concerns. This environment allows for me to make an impact on the lives of individuals through a range of therapeutic approaches. I strive to provide services that is focused on the promotion of health and well-being rather than on the negative effects of emotional or behavioral-related distress. I provide one on one talk therapy.

Davena (Embodied Holistic Coach)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT-200, CHC
Verified
Verified
Feeling overwhelmed, sad, disconnected, uncertain,"off", or "blocked"? Dealing with distressing thoughts? Seeking to heal from past child, inter-generational or relational trauma? Struggling to achieve your financial, self-care, career, relationship, or health goals? Or, maybe, you're just seeking to learn more about yourself so you can live life more balanced and at ease. If you answered yes to any of the above, you don't have to figure any of this out alone. I offer therapy, coaching and yoga services to help you figure out how to heal and live the life you want. BEST WAY TO REACH ME IS THROUGH MY WEBSITE.

Laurie Nappier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I believe therapy is a place to understand and be understood, to feel empowered, emotionally, spiritually and relationally. I have been in the field since 2007 working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with issues ranging from depression and anxiety to addiction and homelessness. I work with all ages, especially focusing on family groups seen individually and together. Every client creates a goal centered plan that includes a variety of interventions from sand and art therapy to
trauma focused
CBT. Therapy is a safe place to share your journey, learn from the past and move towards the future.
Waitlist for new clients

Myque Harris
Counselor, LCMHC, RYT-200
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ACT, and
Trauma Focused
-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Anxiety, and Depression.
Looking for something different? I uniquely combine evidence-based therapy with meditation, breathwork, yoga, and other hands-on techniques, like art therapy. I’ve been a licensed therapist for 14 years. I create a space where you can be heard and nurtured but also pushed to grow. We'll work together to set realistic therapeutic goals so you can thrive. Primarily I see girls and women but I also support men. I passionately support teen girls, LGBTQIA+ individuals, POC, and single parents. Together, we’ll reduce stress, anxiety, and low mood by learning clinical and coping skills to increase overall happiness and personal awareness.

Stephanie Wagner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified
Verified
I am trained in
Trauma Focused
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Have you been thinking about therapy for a while? Are you going through something difficult and need a sounding board? Is your child struggling? Life can be really stressful. Many of us or our children have experienced trauma in life. The impact of that trauma does not just disappear as time passes. It begins to manifest as triggers, depression, anxiety, and so many other things. There is always hope for things to get better. You and your family deserve for things to get better. You have come to the right place. I am here to help in a safe, nonjudgemental space. Reach out today to start your journey.
Waitlist for new clients

Shikha Patel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I'm a
trauma focused
therapist, emphasizing the importance of mind-body healing as core to the work that we will do.
I know it can feel like a challenge to ask for help - I know because I've done it myself. You've started to reflect on some of the things that have happened to you in life, maybe based on the way you were raised or significant events that have altered your way of living and thinking. You may feel stuck, you want more from your life and you want to change. You understand that in order to make change, you've got to work through some layers of your mind that can be inhibiting your growth. Allowing another person to hold your story with you sounds iffy but there is deep relief in knowing you are not alone.

Mind Wellness Solutions, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, EdS, LCMHC, LCAS-A, CCTP-II
Verified
Verified
I support individuals with an evidence-based integrative approach which includes
trauma focused
, EMDR, solution focused, mindfulness, grounding and cognitive behavior therapy.
Do you suffer from excessive worry, fear, anxiety, sadness? Are you disconnected or overwhelmed? Are they keeping you from the happiness and success that you want out of life? If you feel unsure how to navigate through daily life stress; you are not alone. Being a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor I have the skills and training to help you overcome life’s toughest challenges.

Chrissy Raines
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about giving individuals the tools to more successfully manage behavioral and emotional challenges. My work focuses on children, adolescents, and their families, and I aim to understand each individual's unique strengths and challenges so that we can collaboratively develop a clear and effective treatment plan. Many of my clients set goals related to preventing or reducing the occurrence of problematic behaviors, expressing and managing emotions more successfully, strengthening interpersonal relationships, and/or developing coping skills to manage anxiety, depression, and life stressors.

Janelle Fleck
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MAEd, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
Janelle’s areas of specialty include anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress/growth, life transitions, couples/pre-marital therapy, women’s issues, family systems/generational trauma, adolescent mental health, career/lifestyle issues, and identity issues. Her experience has included extensive training in evidence-based and trauma-informed practices including Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and family systems approaches.
Not accepting new clients

Ariel Gagne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified
Verified
I have experience utilizing
Trauma Focused
– Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Directive Sand Tray Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Task-Centered (TC) model, and Play Therapy.
My passion is working with young children who have experienced trauma, specifically child abuse and traumatic grief. I believe death is a part of life and we all grieve differently. I have provided counseling services for young children and adolescents, as well as caregivers and young adults. I have worked with trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, grief, family-dynamics issues, and attachment wounds. I have a passion in attachment-based therapy between child and caregiver. I have also found a passion working with the LGBTQ+ community, specifically teenagers and young adults in the process of finding their sexual identity.

Monique Mouzon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My clinical techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy,
trauma focused
therapy, strengths-based therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy.
Being our best selves is attainable when we are on a path of peace, fulfillment, and self-awareness. I hold a passion for helping you do just that. I work with you through an individualistic approach to support you in moving closer to your personal & professional goals. My goal is to encourage and empower you to be the best version of yourself.

Mariel Griffith
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, LCASA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate & Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate in the State of North Carolina. I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from UNC- Greensboro & with a Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UNC-Charlotte. I have experience working with diverse populations and a variety of diagnosis. I have experience with Anxiety and stress related disorders, Depressive disorders, PTSD, Substance Use Disorders, and ADHD. I have a passion for helping, and being flexible to assist each unique client in meeting their desired goals.

Queen City Counseling & Consulting, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Our Clinicians will be providing a variety of
trauma focused
treatments including EMDR and TRM (Trauma Resiliency Model) in a safe and nurturing environment.
"Empowering Young Minds Through Healing and Wellness" We are a psychotherapy practice conveniently located in the South Park area providing individual and group therapy for adolescents and young adults ages 13 to 25 . We have a strong focus on parent support and family involvement and a special interest in
trauma focused
therapy. Our clinicians have immediate availability in both the group and individual settings.

Tomeka Gantt
Counselor, PhD, NCC, LCMHCS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I currently work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

Kendra M King
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A, LCAS-A
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have a
Trauma Focused
Certification but use an integrative approach that includes crisis intervention, mindfulness, grounding, solution focused therapy and motivational interviewing.
If you feel unsure on how to navigate through daily life stress, you're not alone. Sometimes we get caught up in the different roles we fulfill and lose ourselves in the process. Maybe you've coped with mental and emotional instability by suppressing how you feel or have engaged in negative behaviors that make the situation worse. Whatever your going through, it won't define who you are nor should you allow it to hold you hostage. You have the inner strength to push through any circumstance, all you need is support and the right motivation.

Amanda L. Justice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I utilize evidence based treatment modalities including EMDR , Child Parent Psychotherapy (0-5),
Trauma Focused
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (5-17) and SPACE (Supportive Parenting of Anxious Childhood Emotions) for true healing to occur.
Childhood comes with ups and downs for children and the parents who are figuring it out alongside them. Children show us their concerns through their behaviors. As a parent you may be unsure of what to do or say to help your child in difficult moments and sometimes your own childhood experiences may be interfering in your parenting journey. Parents come to me when they want to improve the parent-child relationship after a trauma or stressor, want help with reducing their child's anxiety, are unsure of how to manage their child's big feelings and behavioral reactions and/or want to break generational cycles in their parenting.
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Therapy conducted online or over the phone can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.