Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Granite Falls, NC
Stephanie L.
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, EdS, NCC, LCMHC
2 Endorsed
Granite Falls, NC 28630
I support individuals and couples as they work through mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges that affect their daily lives. I address issues like OCD, trauma, PTSD, anger, perfectionism, grief, parenting, marital and premarital concerns, career development, and major life changes. I believe therapy is a place to foster self-awareness, develop healthy coping strategies, and support people in navigating the complexities of their relationships. My approach is relational, insight oriented, and grounded in practical tools.
I support individuals and couples as they work through mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges that affect their daily lives. I address issues like OCD, trauma, PTSD, anger, perfectionism, grief, parenting, marital and premarital concerns, career development, and major life changes. I believe therapy is a place to foster self-awareness, develop healthy coping strategies, and support people in navigating the complexities of their relationships. My approach is relational, insight oriented, and grounded in practical tools.
Hi, I'm Cameron Short. Welcome! My ideal client is a deep thinker who often feels overwhelmed by emotion, unsure of their path, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. They may be grieving, navigating trauma, exploring their identity, or longing for more ease in their relationships. They want to feel understood, grounded, and connected—to themselves and others. They seek clarity, self-trust, and healing, and are open to a collaborative process that blends insight, embodiment, and compassionate self-inquiry.
Hi, I'm Cameron Short. Welcome! My ideal client is a deep thinker who often feels overwhelmed by emotion, unsure of their path, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. They may be grieving, navigating trauma, exploring their identity, or longing for more ease in their relationships. They want to feel understood, grounded, and connected—to themselves and others. They seek clarity, self-trust, and healing, and are open to a collaborative process that blends insight, embodiment, and compassionate self-inquiry.
Meghan
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Feeling anxious, stuck in familiar relationship patterns, or weighed down by past experiences? You don’t have to figure it out on your own. Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel supported, and begin healing at your own pace.
I work with anxiety, trauma, and relationship concerns using a compassionate, trauma-informed approach. Drawing from brainspotting, mindfulness, and attachment-based therapy, we focus on what both your mind and body are holding onto.
My goal is to help you feel more grounded, connected, and confident in your relationship with yourself and with others.
Feeling anxious, stuck in familiar relationship patterns, or weighed down by past experiences? You don’t have to figure it out on your own. Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel supported, and begin healing at your own pace.
I work with anxiety, trauma, and relationship concerns using a compassionate, trauma-informed approach. Drawing from brainspotting, mindfulness, and attachment-based therapy, we focus on what both your mind and body are holding onto.
My goal is to help you feel more grounded, connected, and confident in your relationship with yourself and with others.
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I offer Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), parts-work (IFS), and mindfulness/somatic tools, for an experiential approach that is uniquely focused on each individuals needs and goals.
Hello! It can be really hard to be human- especially in our current world. It makes sense if you're struggling right now. I most often work with folks that are facing challenges related to anxiety and panic disorder, chronic health issues, trauma, LGBTQIA+ identity, neurodivergence, grief, and life-transitions. My clients appreciate that our sessions feature warmth, curiosity, directness, humor, learning, and deep empathy.
I offer Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), parts-work (IFS), and mindfulness/somatic tools, for an experiential approach that is uniquely focused on each individuals needs and goals.
Hello! It can be really hard to be human- especially in our current world. It makes sense if you're struggling right now. I most often work with folks that are facing challenges related to anxiety and panic disorder, chronic health issues, trauma, LGBTQIA+ identity, neurodivergence, grief, and life-transitions. My clients appreciate that our sessions feature warmth, curiosity, directness, humor, learning, and deep empathy.
During any stage of life we are faced with challenges of many kinds. And these trials can keep anyone in the dark, not realizing that hope can be found. If you're someone who is trying to figure out who you are in the world, trying to find their way, or who just needs a solid connection with yourself and others; if you recognize a problem and a longing for change or struggling with overwhelming thoughts and emotions that keep you pushed away, leaving you in the dark, then you’re not alone and I’m here to help.
During any stage of life we are faced with challenges of many kinds. And these trials can keep anyone in the dark, not realizing that hope can be found. If you're someone who is trying to figure out who you are in the world, trying to find their way, or who just needs a solid connection with yourself and others; if you recognize a problem and a longing for change or struggling with overwhelming thoughts and emotions that keep you pushed away, leaving you in the dark, then you’re not alone and I’m here to help.
My journey of helping people started when I was a middle school and high school teacher. While working closely with children, I learned about the emotional and developmental issues that they deal with and how it can leave a lasting effect into adulthood if they do not receive help. As a counselor, I use my knowledge, skills, and empathy to help adults and children deal with what they are struggling with and help them increase control of their lives. I look at each individual as their own person who needs individualistic care. Additionally, I incorporate the values and beliefs of my clients to create the most helpful counseling.
My journey of helping people started when I was a middle school and high school teacher. While working closely with children, I learned about the emotional and developmental issues that they deal with and how it can leave a lasting effect into adulthood if they do not receive help. As a counselor, I use my knowledge, skills, and empathy to help adults and children deal with what they are struggling with and help them increase control of their lives. I look at each individual as their own person who needs individualistic care. Additionally, I incorporate the values and beliefs of my clients to create the most helpful counseling.
Most of my clients report an increase in self- acceptance and confidence in their relationships that continues to grow over time.
My goal as a therapist is to help my clients create the life they envision for themselves while providing a supportive and nurturing space for them to take on the challenge of personal growth. I strongly value my clients and take great care to honor your values, maintain your privacy, and support your personal goals. Therapy should be a place where you feel safe to say the scary things out loud free of judgment. With the emergence of AI, I strive to maintain the personal touch that only comes from a person to person relationship.
Most of my clients report an increase in self- acceptance and confidence in their relationships that continues to grow over time.
My goal as a therapist is to help my clients create the life they envision for themselves while providing a supportive and nurturing space for them to take on the challenge of personal growth. I strongly value my clients and take great care to honor your values, maintain your privacy, and support your personal goals. Therapy should be a place where you feel safe to say the scary things out loud free of judgment. With the emergence of AI, I strive to maintain the personal touch that only comes from a person to person relationship.
Life can feel overwhelming, and therapy shouldn’t add to the stress. Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, recovery, or navigating a major life change. Maybe you feel like you’ve tried to “just deal with it” but it isn’t working anymore. I work with kids, teens, adults, and families who are ready for something different—real conversations, honest feedback, and practical steps that actually help. If you’re looking for a down-to-earth therapist who will meet you where you’re at, you’re in the right place.
Life can feel overwhelming, and therapy shouldn’t add to the stress. Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, recovery, or navigating a major life change. Maybe you feel like you’ve tried to “just deal with it” but it isn’t working anymore. I work with kids, teens, adults, and families who are ready for something different—real conversations, honest feedback, and practical steps that actually help. If you’re looking for a down-to-earth therapist who will meet you where you’re at, you’re in the right place.
I utilize concepts from IFS, ACT, Polyvagal Theory, guided imagery, and mindfulness techniques to help you deepen your understanding of thoughts and behaviors any shifting you would like to make.
Grief has so many faces, whether it's moving spaces, ending a relationship, leaving a job, letting go of an old version of you, or grieving the death of a loved one, grief is something that we all experience. A common phrase I hear in grief work is "I don't know how to do this the right way". I can't say that there is one "right" way to engage with your grief, but we can discover what it means for you together. As someone who had to cultivate a relationship with my grief, I am passionate about helping others do the same. I enjoy working with adults who are experiencing transitions, big or small, and supporting them along the journey
I utilize concepts from IFS, ACT, Polyvagal Theory, guided imagery, and mindfulness techniques to help you deepen your understanding of thoughts and behaviors any shifting you would like to make.
Grief has so many faces, whether it's moving spaces, ending a relationship, leaving a job, letting go of an old version of you, or grieving the death of a loved one, grief is something that we all experience. A common phrase I hear in grief work is "I don't know how to do this the right way". I can't say that there is one "right" way to engage with your grief, but we can discover what it means for you together. As someone who had to cultivate a relationship with my grief, I am passionate about helping others do the same. I enjoy working with adults who are experiencing transitions, big or small, and supporting them along the journey
I draw from parts work, DBT, ACT, and person-centered frameworks, while also incorporating knowledge of the nervous system.
Hi, I’m Eileen (they/them), a queer, nonbinary therapist who’s endlessly curious about people’s stories. I love supporting LGBTQ+ clients in navigating identity, relationships, and life’s challenges, while helping uncover the wisdom and resilience you already carry. Our work together will be collaborative, curious, and grounded in your strengths.
I draw from parts work, DBT, ACT, and person-centered frameworks, while also incorporating knowledge of the nervous system.
Hi, I’m Eileen (they/them), a queer, nonbinary therapist who’s endlessly curious about people’s stories. I love supporting LGBTQ+ clients in navigating identity, relationships, and life’s challenges, while helping uncover the wisdom and resilience you already carry. Our work together will be collaborative, curious, and grounded in your strengths.
I work with adults from all walks of life, but I particularly enjoy supporting BIPOC women. My patients are often navigating anxiety, depression, or trauma and may be facing challenging life transitions, emotional lows, overthinking, or difficult past experiences. They seek a supportive space to redefine healing on their terms, build confidence, and develop strategies to overcome obstacles.
I work with adults from all walks of life, but I particularly enjoy supporting BIPOC women. My patients are often navigating anxiety, depression, or trauma and may be facing challenging life transitions, emotional lows, overthinking, or difficult past experiences. They seek a supportive space to redefine healing on their terms, build confidence, and develop strategies to overcome obstacles.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when life’s challenges begin to feel heavy. Even when surrounded by others, it’s possible to feel alone. My goal is to provide a safe, welcoming space where you feel heard, supported, and understood.
I work with individuals and children navigating anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, and everyday stressors. Together, we identify meaningful goals and create a practical path forward. My approach is collaborative, individualized, and grounded in evidence-based practices.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when life’s challenges begin to feel heavy. Even when surrounded by others, it’s possible to feel alone. My goal is to provide a safe, welcoming space where you feel heard, supported, and understood.
I work with individuals and children navigating anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, and everyday stressors. Together, we identify meaningful goals and create a practical path forward. My approach is collaborative, individualized, and grounded in evidence-based practices.
Tammy Virginia Shingleton
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, QS
Morganton, NC 28655
Throughout my life I have become so aware of the importance of having someone who will listen, someone who will offer compassion without judgment. Throughout my career I have strived to place that understanding in focus as I worked with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and the lifelong pains of trauma.
Throughout my life I have become so aware of the importance of having someone who will listen, someone who will offer compassion without judgment. Throughout my career I have strived to place that understanding in focus as I worked with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and the lifelong pains of trauma.
Voted Utah's Best Therapist 2022 + 2023. My approach centers the wisdom of our body, nature + relationships as valuable components for healing. Under enough stress, all humans make adaptations to survival. These survival strategies do a great job when they are first learned, but when continued outside of the context of their creation, they may reenact + reinforce patterns that are no longer helpful. We work together to identify where patterns began, what behaviors/beliefs were learned for emotional and physical survival + how we can create new ways of interacting in the world that feel more aligned + sustainable.
Voted Utah's Best Therapist 2022 + 2023. My approach centers the wisdom of our body, nature + relationships as valuable components for healing. Under enough stress, all humans make adaptations to survival. These survival strategies do a great job when they are first learned, but when continued outside of the context of their creation, they may reenact + reinforce patterns that are no longer helpful. We work together to identify where patterns began, what behaviors/beliefs were learned for emotional and physical survival + how we can create new ways of interacting in the world that feel more aligned + sustainable.
I believe healing happens when we feel heard, understood, and guided without judgement. My approach combines compassion, evidence-based techniques, and genuine collaboration to meet you exactly where you are. Life can feel overwhelming at times, but you don't have to face it alone.
If you are ready to take the first step toward change. I would be honored to walk alongside you on this journey.
I believe healing happens when we feel heard, understood, and guided without judgement. My approach combines compassion, evidence-based techniques, and genuine collaboration to meet you exactly where you are. Life can feel overwhelming at times, but you don't have to face it alone.
If you are ready to take the first step toward change. I would be honored to walk alongside you on this journey.
I'm Jeff Hunsucker. I'm a licensed clinical social worker and addiction specialist. I am also a certified peer support specialist. I've been working in substance use and mental health treatment for 13 years, and I value the inherent worth of every person. Each client will be treated with respect and dignity as they strive to reach their full potential. I'm a compassionate guide in the recovery process that walks along side of my clients in their journey.
I'm Jeff Hunsucker. I'm a licensed clinical social worker and addiction specialist. I am also a certified peer support specialist. I've been working in substance use and mental health treatment for 13 years, and I value the inherent worth of every person. Each client will be treated with respect and dignity as they strive to reach their full potential. I'm a compassionate guide in the recovery process that walks along side of my clients in their journey.
You are struggling with your past. You feel exhausted, on edge, and stuck in survival mode. Old coping strategies no longer help; instead, you second-guess yourself constantly and fear getting things “wrong.” You worry about others’ reactions and often feel shame you can’t explain. Sleep is disrupted, irritability is high, and concentration is difficult. Relationships feel strained, and intrusive memories keep breaking through. What once helped you survive may now be keeping your nervous system locked in threat—showing up as disconnection, hypervigilance, and a sense of losing control over yourself and your life.
You are struggling with your past. You feel exhausted, on edge, and stuck in survival mode. Old coping strategies no longer help; instead, you second-guess yourself constantly and fear getting things “wrong.” You worry about others’ reactions and often feel shame you can’t explain. Sleep is disrupted, irritability is high, and concentration is difficult. Relationships feel strained, and intrusive memories keep breaking through. What once helped you survive may now be keeping your nervous system locked in threat—showing up as disconnection, hypervigilance, and a sense of losing control over yourself and your life.
If you’ve tried therapy before but still feel like there’s a missing piece, you’re not alone. Maybe you understand where your anxiety comes from. Maybe you can intellectualize your trauma, recognize unhealthy patterns, and explain why you react the way you do, but something still feels stuck. You may find yourself thinking, “I know better, so why do I still feel this way?” That’s often where deeper trauma work and EMDR can help.
I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, substance use, identity exploration, and major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling exhausted from constantly surviving and overthinking
If you’ve tried therapy before but still feel like there’s a missing piece, you’re not alone. Maybe you understand where your anxiety comes from. Maybe you can intellectualize your trauma, recognize unhealthy patterns, and explain why you react the way you do, but something still feels stuck. You may find yourself thinking, “I know better, so why do I still feel this way?” That’s often where deeper trauma work and EMDR can help.
I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, substance use, identity exploration, and major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling exhausted from constantly surviving and overthinking
Practical, structured therapy using CBT to reduce anxiety and break unhelpful patterns, ACT to build flexibility and values-based action, and Solution-Focused tools to create momentum.
Hi, I’m Heather, an LCSW supporting adults, teens, and children 10+ who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, panic, overthinking/rumination, stress, low self-esteem, caregiver burnout, or family conflict. Many clients are exhausted from carrying the mental load, stuck in guilt or people-pleasing, and unsure how to set boundaries without feeling “bad.” Some are navigating complicated relationships with a parent, adult child, or sibling; including periods of distance or estrangement. In therapy, we focus on easing the spiral, building steadier coping, and making clearer decisions with less second-guessing and less rumination.
Practical, structured therapy using CBT to reduce anxiety and break unhelpful patterns, ACT to build flexibility and values-based action, and Solution-Focused tools to create momentum.
Hi, I’m Heather, an LCSW supporting adults, teens, and children 10+ who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, panic, overthinking/rumination, stress, low self-esteem, caregiver burnout, or family conflict. Many clients are exhausted from carrying the mental load, stuck in guilt or people-pleasing, and unsure how to set boundaries without feeling “bad.” Some are navigating complicated relationships with a parent, adult child, or sibling; including periods of distance or estrangement. In therapy, we focus on easing the spiral, building steadier coping, and making clearer decisions with less second-guessing and less rumination.
If you are looking for a relatable, down-to-earth therapist: I'm your person. If you like to laugh and get well at the same time: I'm definitely your person. Humor can be part of healing! Having been in therapy myself since age 10, I understand what it is to be depressed, anxious, and traumatized in ways that drain the color out of life and replace future excitement with a sense of hopelessness. It's an agonizing way to live. I have found ways to restore my passion for life, and I am eager to help you do the same! I'm here to collaborate with you on your path to healing- call me! I want to help people who are motivated to change.
If you are looking for a relatable, down-to-earth therapist: I'm your person. If you like to laugh and get well at the same time: I'm definitely your person. Humor can be part of healing! Having been in therapy myself since age 10, I understand what it is to be depressed, anxious, and traumatized in ways that drain the color out of life and replace future excitement with a sense of hopelessness. It's an agonizing way to live. I have found ways to restore my passion for life, and I am eager to help you do the same! I'm here to collaborate with you on your path to healing- call me! I want to help people who are motivated to change.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.