Therapists in Johnston County, NC

My ideal client would be someone that would like to work on achieving their goals to discover more about themselves. They may of struggled with other mental health professionals and felt like their needs weren't met. They would want to learn more about themselves as a person and discover a more clear diagnosis. If you are questioning ADHD or Autism diagnosis I can help guide you.
I have worked with people in helping professions like, first responders who may want to learn how to cope with the job or cope with retiring from the profession. I have a background in EMS so I have been able to relate to these professions.
My ideal client would be someone that would like to work on achieving their goals to discover more about themselves. They may of struggled with other mental health professionals and felt like their needs weren't met. They would want to learn more about themselves as a person and discover a more clear diagnosis. If you are questioning ADHD or Autism diagnosis I can help guide you.
I have worked with people in helping professions like, first responders who may want to learn how to cope with the job or cope with retiring from the profession. I have a background in EMS so I have been able to relate to these professions.

Mary Beth Hinton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer fully virtual, individual therapy for adults across North Carolina. I specialize in anxiety, mood disorders and perinatal mental health as well as helping clients to learn more effective ways of coping with everyday stressors.
I offer fully virtual, individual therapy for adults across North Carolina. I specialize in anxiety, mood disorders and perinatal mental health as well as helping clients to learn more effective ways of coping with everyday stressors.

My name is Karen Tremblay, I am an experienced clinical social worker with licensure in NC, SC, and FL. I believe in providing goal-directed collaborative therapy focusing on change as constant and certain. You are the expert of your life experiences and have the resources and strengths to overcome barriers to your wellness. I assist clients with learning skills that assist with managing and tolerating challenging and uncomfortable situations, identifying and developing achievable goals, and improving and enhancing personal resilience.
My name is Karen Tremblay, I am an experienced clinical social worker with licensure in NC, SC, and FL. I believe in providing goal-directed collaborative therapy focusing on change as constant and certain. You are the expert of your life experiences and have the resources and strengths to overcome barriers to your wellness. I assist clients with learning skills that assist with managing and tolerating challenging and uncomfortable situations, identifying and developing achievable goals, and improving and enhancing personal resilience.

Jennifer Leigh-Ann Osterhoudt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
Smithfield, NC 27577
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, marriage difficulties, parenting issues or past trauma? Does your life feel overwhelming right now? My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and compassionate environment for you to discuss and address the issues that are troubling you. I have 21 years experience as a social worker in child welfare. I have experience with trauma, grief, and loss. In addition, I have experience with substance abuse recovery and divorce recovery. I have worked with individuals, couples, women in crisis pregnancy, pregnant teens, teen mothers, single mothers, and foster and adoptive parents.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, marriage difficulties, parenting issues or past trauma? Does your life feel overwhelming right now? My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and compassionate environment for you to discuss and address the issues that are troubling you. I have 21 years experience as a social worker in child welfare. I have experience with trauma, grief, and loss. In addition, I have experience with substance abuse recovery and divorce recovery. I have worked with individuals, couples, women in crisis pregnancy, pregnant teens, teen mothers, single mothers, and foster and adoptive parents.

Johnston Integrative Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, GC-C
Verified Verified
Benson, NC 27504
Not accepting new clients
If you have been through a serious loss or the death of someone you love, you know that there is no easy fix for grief. And time alone does NOT heal all wounds. Talk therapy can help. Integrative grief therapy takes talk therapy to the next level. Integrative means bringing all the pieces together to create something whole. This specialized type of therapy addresses your unique experience of grief and loss, and how it has affected all aspects of your life: Past, present, future, body, mind, and spirit.
If you have been through a serious loss or the death of someone you love, you know that there is no easy fix for grief. And time alone does NOT heal all wounds. Talk therapy can help. Integrative grief therapy takes talk therapy to the next level. Integrative means bringing all the pieces together to create something whole. This specialized type of therapy addresses your unique experience of grief and loss, and how it has affected all aspects of your life: Past, present, future, body, mind, and spirit.

My strengths include a warm and relational manner and a compassionate nature along with experience and intuition, I can help people with relationship issues, including, individuals, couples, families and work related problems. I provide support at all life-stages.I am eclectic while taking into account the particular psycho-dynamics of the individual.I also work extensively with anxiety and depression. I studied at the Harvard Mind and Body Institute. I combine this information into mind body work for anxiety and depression.I have what is most important that is to listen to others with my mind and my heart.
My strengths include a warm and relational manner and a compassionate nature along with experience and intuition, I can help people with relationship issues, including, individuals, couples, families and work related problems. I provide support at all life-stages.I am eclectic while taking into account the particular psycho-dynamics of the individual.I also work extensively with anxiety and depression. I studied at the Harvard Mind and Body Institute. I combine this information into mind body work for anxiety and depression.I have what is most important that is to listen to others with my mind and my heart.

Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Selma, NC 27576
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.

You are constantly feeling emotional triggers and are not sure why. Despite being successful in your life, these triggers have become familiar, as this has been your experience for as long as you can remember. You have trouble sleeping, your relationships are suffering, and you don't know who you are. You awaken most days with dread. The anxiety hits you immediately. You wonder how you are going to get through your day feeling so overwhelmed. The emotional distress is taking a toll on your health and well-being. You feel disconnected from yourself and others. You know it's time to do something different.
You are constantly feeling emotional triggers and are not sure why. Despite being successful in your life, these triggers have become familiar, as this has been your experience for as long as you can remember. You have trouble sleeping, your relationships are suffering, and you don't know who you are. You awaken most days with dread. The anxiety hits you immediately. You wonder how you are going to get through your day feeling so overwhelmed. The emotional distress is taking a toll on your health and well-being. You feel disconnected from yourself and others. You know it's time to do something different.

I currently specialize in supporting and guiding individuals struggling with substance use disorders and addictions exploring how the mind and body have interconnected. This is an effort between me and you as well as those who are in recovery and continue to experience persistent anxiety, depression, fear, and feelings of worthlessness.
I currently specialize in supporting and guiding individuals struggling with substance use disorders and addictions exploring how the mind and body have interconnected. This is an effort between me and you as well as those who are in recovery and continue to experience persistent anxiety, depression, fear, and feelings of worthlessness.

If you are thinking about counseling or therapy, chances are you are in distress, feeling not like yourself, or are looking for help in dealing with a difficult situation. You also probably want to find a therapist who is going to understand you and who has experience dealing with the problems and concerns that you are facing. I am available for in-person or telehealth sessions in North Carolina. I also offer telehealth appointments for patients located in New York or Florida.
If you are thinking about counseling or therapy, chances are you are in distress, feeling not like yourself, or are looking for help in dealing with a difficult situation. You also probably want to find a therapist who is going to understand you and who has experience dealing with the problems and concerns that you are facing. I am available for in-person or telehealth sessions in North Carolina. I also offer telehealth appointments for patients located in New York or Florida.

Kimberly D Lincoln
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Kimberly has experience in working with children, adolescents, families, and couples. She has experience in working with youth in the foster care system, adoptions, traumatized youth, youth with severe behavioral concerns, youth who are experiencing mild to severe emotional distress, as well as youth in the LGBTQ+ population who are transitioning, discovering themselves and their sexuality, and experiencing societal and relationship trauma due to their sexual orientation. Kimberly is an Adoption Competency Certified therapist and has worked with families involved in adopting children from every aspect. Kimberly is trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Commercially Sexually Exploited Children.
Kimberly has experience in working with children, adolescents, families, and couples. She has experience in working with youth in the foster care system, adoptions, traumatized youth, youth with severe behavioral concerns, youth who are experiencing mild to severe emotional distress, as well as youth in the LGBTQ+ population who are transitioning, discovering themselves and their sexuality, and experiencing societal and relationship trauma due to their sexual orientation. Kimberly is an Adoption Competency Certified therapist and has worked with families involved in adopting children from every aspect. Kimberly is trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Commercially Sexually Exploited Children.
Meet Our Therapists

Lauren Sadler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clayton, NC 27520
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing outpatient therapy virtually and in-person. I entered this profession with my own trauma history that has informed my therapeutic approach, and I strive to create a space where others can share their experiences. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults living with trauma, anxiety, depression, and family relationship challenges. Outside of the therapy office, I have experience working with adolescents, families, and older adults within the child/adult welfare systems, as well as with family members of individuals battling addiction.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing outpatient therapy virtually and in-person. I entered this profession with my own trauma history that has informed my therapeutic approach, and I strive to create a space where others can share their experiences. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults living with trauma, anxiety, depression, and family relationship challenges. Outside of the therapy office, I have experience working with adolescents, families, and older adults within the child/adult welfare systems, as well as with family members of individuals battling addiction.

Tori Rothman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smithfield, NC 27577
I am passionate about helping people navigate through their most painful moments and help them move forward with courage and resiliency. Regardless of what you have experienced, I seek to provide you with a safe space to share your story. My ultimate goal is to be an individual who instills hope in people’s healing journey.
I am passionate about helping people navigate through their most painful moments and help them move forward with courage and resiliency. Regardless of what you have experienced, I seek to provide you with a safe space to share your story. My ultimate goal is to be an individual who instills hope in people’s healing journey.

Making the decision to seek therapy can be hard and can take time. I’m here to say you are doing well today by taking this step. If you allow, my staff and I can be a guide for you to address what has led you here. We can help you learn how to manage emotions you are struggling with, decisions you are afraid to make, and work through other barriers you decide to share. We work with adults that experience depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal/marital conflict, and anger. Therapy can become an essential part of your life, whether short-term or long-term. Follow the link to schedule an intake. www.therapyportal.com/p/mindful27577/
Making the decision to seek therapy can be hard and can take time. I’m here to say you are doing well today by taking this step. If you allow, my staff and I can be a guide for you to address what has led you here. We can help you learn how to manage emotions you are struggling with, decisions you are afraid to make, and work through other barriers you decide to share. We work with adults that experience depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal/marital conflict, and anger. Therapy can become an essential part of your life, whether short-term or long-term. Follow the link to schedule an intake. www.therapyportal.com/p/mindful27577/

Do you experience the effects of low self-esteem, past trauma, identity issues, grief, and lack of personal growth? Are you feeling down or stuck? I'm a neurodivergent therapist who works with couples, teens, parents, women empowerment, LGBTQIA+, ADHD, and kink communities. I’m passionate about helping you find peace and reach your full potential. My approach is eclectic, compassionate, and judgment-free, specializing in communication, intimacy, trauma, healing, and self-awareness.
Do you experience the effects of low self-esteem, past trauma, identity issues, grief, and lack of personal growth? Are you feeling down or stuck? I'm a neurodivergent therapist who works with couples, teens, parents, women empowerment, LGBTQIA+, ADHD, and kink communities. I’m passionate about helping you find peace and reach your full potential. My approach is eclectic, compassionate, and judgment-free, specializing in communication, intimacy, trauma, healing, and self-awareness.

Brook Myers
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Princeton, NC 27569
After working in the school system for 8 years, I finally decided to make a change and open my own practice where I can focus more precisely on the individual needs of children, teens and adults. Throughout my career I have been able to help individuals of all ages dealing with a variety of life stressors and mental health challenges such as anxiety, grief, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation & more!
After working in the school system for 8 years, I finally decided to make a change and open my own practice where I can focus more precisely on the individual needs of children, teens and adults. Throughout my career I have been able to help individuals of all ages dealing with a variety of life stressors and mental health challenges such as anxiety, grief, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation & more!

Making the first call is sometimes the hardest part of the therapeutic journey. We all will face times when our heart is in pain. We might suffer heartbreak, death, failure, disappointment, or man other challenges. In those times, how do you care for yourself? You have the power to heal your life, and you need to know that. I understand that life can throw curveballs that may make it hard to complete simple tasks like getting out of bed and enjoying the things you once found joy in. C.S. Lewis said " You can't go back and change the beginning but you can start where you are and change the ending." I provide to create a safe plac
Making the first call is sometimes the hardest part of the therapeutic journey. We all will face times when our heart is in pain. We might suffer heartbreak, death, failure, disappointment, or man other challenges. In those times, how do you care for yourself? You have the power to heal your life, and you need to know that. I understand that life can throw curveballs that may make it hard to complete simple tasks like getting out of bed and enjoying the things you once found joy in. C.S. Lewis said " You can't go back and change the beginning but you can start where you are and change the ending." I provide to create a safe plac

Kelly Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clayton, NC 27520
Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified in dialectical behavioral therapy. She has extensive experience with helping individuals struggling with substance use disorders, dually diagnosed individuals; mood disorders; anxiety disorders; ADHD; and suicidal ideation/self harm. While embracing a passion for working with vulnerable populations, Kelly seeks to support individuals on their therapeutic journey using different methods of therapy such as CBT, DBT, Gottman Method, and EFT. Kelly received her Master's degree from University of St. Francis. She provides individual, family, and couples. She is also a ADHD - CCSP.
Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified in dialectical behavioral therapy. She has extensive experience with helping individuals struggling with substance use disorders, dually diagnosed individuals; mood disorders; anxiety disorders; ADHD; and suicidal ideation/self harm. While embracing a passion for working with vulnerable populations, Kelly seeks to support individuals on their therapeutic journey using different methods of therapy such as CBT, DBT, Gottman Method, and EFT. Kelly received her Master's degree from University of St. Francis. She provides individual, family, and couples. She is also a ADHD - CCSP.

HEALING is available NOW...if you choose to accept it! Today, so many people are dealing with hurts that constantly impact their daily lives. Some struggle silently while others lash out looking for relief. Well, you can find that healing relief here. Therapy will allow you a safe place to express yourself while learning valuable skills to help you live a more balanced, enjoyable life.
HEALING is available NOW...if you choose to accept it! Today, so many people are dealing with hurts that constantly impact their daily lives. Some struggle silently while others lash out looking for relief. Well, you can find that healing relief here. Therapy will allow you a safe place to express yourself while learning valuable skills to help you live a more balanced, enjoyable life.

Nicole E Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clayton, NC 27520
Are you a woman struggling to move beyond unresolved, painful experiences from your past? Did you have a difficult and/or unhappy childhood? Growing up in a dysfunctional family system can often leave you feeling broken, depressed and lonely. You may have difficulty trusting yourself, others and God. You may have problematic relationships, chronic health problems and suffer with low self-esteem, shame and guilt. You may feel stuck repeating the same old patterns that ultimately sabotage you from experiencing joy in your life. You are not alone and there IS HOPE.
Are you a woman struggling to move beyond unresolved, painful experiences from your past? Did you have a difficult and/or unhappy childhood? Growing up in a dysfunctional family system can often leave you feeling broken, depressed and lonely. You may have difficulty trusting yourself, others and God. You may have problematic relationships, chronic health problems and suffer with low self-esteem, shame and guilt. You may feel stuck repeating the same old patterns that ultimately sabotage you from experiencing joy in your life. You are not alone and there IS HOPE.
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Number of Therapists in Johnston County, NC
100+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Johnston County, NC who prioritize treating:
88% | Depression |
87% | Anxiety |
80% | Self Esteem |
73% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Coping Skills |
71% | Stress |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
91% | Aetna |
89% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
66% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Johnston County, NC see their clients
69% | In Person and Online | |
31% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
86% | Female | |
13% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |