Couples Counseling Therapists in Mebane, NC

I provide individual, couples , and family counseling in downtown Mebane, NC. My intention is to help you find practical and pragmatic solutions to things that arise in life. I serve children, adolescents, and adults. For child and adolescent clients, family involvement in the counseling process is required. The office is private and accessible for those with any physical limitations. I also provide online clinical supervision services to provisionally licensed counselors in NC.

Gender and sexuality define who we are, the way we love, and how we connect with others. Diverse and, therefore, controversial, our gender and our sexuality are too often handled without acknowledgment of the power they hold. I work with marginalized identifies, including but not limited transgender, non-binary, intersexed, gay, lesbian, bisexual and non-monogamy. The focus of therapy on the client's self defined needs, along with specialized services of Hormone Replacement Therapy support and documentation.

Most people with anxiety or depression don’t realize how their negative self-talk keeps them down and actually deepens their anxiety or depression. After working with me, my clients identify and reverse the effects of their negative self-talk, start feeling energized and motivated to do the things they used to enjoy, and are able to experience the simple joys of being alive again.

Are you tired of struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting , academic or social problems? Through therapy, we can work together to find solutions that improve your life and allow you to live the life you were created to live. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults as they strive to overcome life's challenges. I use a wide range of therapies to assist you in meeting your goals and feeling better. I have 18 years experience working in a variety of setting, including school, agency and a psychiatric hospital.

I use various therapeutic techniques to assist individuals, couples , and families take the journey into discovery and healing. Marcel Proust states, "The voyage of discovery is not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes." Through counseling, it is my goal to help individuals and/or families gain new "eyes" through which to view current or past experiences and to discover how thoughts and beliefs shape our moods, behaviors, and relationships. James Allen states, "The life we lead is created by our thoughts. If we would like to improve our life we will have to improve our thoughts."

I specialize in treating people with health problems, pain, and illness with evidenced based approaches (e.g., CBT and hypnosis). In our work together we will focus on the present and identifying cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns that are getting in your way and preventing you from living the life that you want. I view the therapeutic relationship as highly collaborative, with give and take on both sides. I listen to and care about what you are thinking and feeling. I do my best to be accessible and supportive, and expect you to be honest, involved and active in your treatment.

*PRACTICE IS FULL - KEEPING A WAITING LIST* Every person I serve has a unique story. While some clients experience trouble in just one area, most experience difficulty multiple areas (mental health, trauma, loss, addiction), creating a complex, vicious cycle if not all parts are addressed. The circumstances that bring someone to therapy do not come in 'neat little packages.' I enjoy sorting out the pieces with each client, getting to the root of the issue, and offering a combination of evidence-based therapeutic interventions that help clients finally begin to experience relief, and start living a happier, more fulfilled life.

Have you ever made a choice and immediately asked yourself: "Why in the world did I do that?" Imagine if you had talked with someone you trusted before you made that choice. What a difference some compassion and understanding can make. Lighten your burden with someone to walk with you through your difficult life choices. Whether you're wrestling with a work-related challenge or a situation in your intimate relationship, I can offer you a safe space, a ready ear, and help with the choices you're trying to make. Feel heard, understood, and confident in your decisions. That's what therapy offers.

Life can be challenging and remaining on a unproductive path can make us "stuck". I believe in the power of hope as a central factor in providing the motivation necessary for change that can propel individuals and families towards the future of their dreams. Shared hope for a positive future is the underpinning of all that I do. I am devoted to helping individuals and families fulfill their hopes for the future. It is known that positive expectations promote psychological and physical well-being. I focus on developing hope-inspiring strategies that mobilize internal and external resources for sustaining healthy change.

I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in the therapy community for the past 10+ years. I create a safe, comfortable environment to share and explore the thoughts and areas of your life you want to change. My goal is to help you identify the challenges in your life and guide you through the necessary steps with appropriate therapeutic modalities to improve your situation, give you a better quality of life, and foster hope. I am a dedicated therapist and social worker who treats each individual client with care, respect, and very specific treatment approaches in order to suit your particular needs.

Do you feel powerless, anxious, or depressed? Do you have trouble identifying goals, staying motivated, or feeling connected with friends or family? Do you use coping mechanisms that aren't always healthy to feel better and want to change but don't know another way? You have options and choices; my job is to help you rediscover your potential and connect to your power so you can make informed choices for how you want to live your life. You don't have to settle; you can break old patterns or habits and heal past traumas and hurts. We have lots of opportunities to make choices in life; are you ready to choose you?

I am a psychodynamically-oriented psychotherapist that works with individuals experiencing relational difficulties and/or disruptions in their overall sense of self. Such concerns result in emerging or worsening psychological symptoms that are painful and difficult to manage. In addressing underlying mental conflicts and their associated compromises, I work with people to get behind their symptoms with the goal of developing more insight, self-agency, and a fuller life.

I believe therapy should be a collaborative effort between client and therapist. While I may share some evidenced-based ideas during our sessions, only you are the expert on what works for you. My sessions will generally follow a cognitive behavioral approach, meaning that we will examine, and possibly shift, your thoughts and perspectives on life situations that are causing you enough distress to want to pursue change. Together we will form a plan of action that is the right fit for you at this point in time.

Life as you know right now may be painful and stressful, but it does not have to be that way. Our thoughts affect our mood and impact the way we respond to the stressors of life. Your work or home environment may be stressful, you may be struggling as a parent amid the pandemic. You may also be dealing with marital conflict as you try to balance everything else you have going on.

There's a quote by Dr. Russell Barkley that says, "The kids who need the most love will ask for it in the most unloving ways." Because I'm a mother of 5 that has 11 years of experience with adoption issues, I know this to be true. Developmental trauma has a huge impact on children, whether it is a result of inconsistent early caregiving (adoption/foster/difficult home life), a difficult pregnancy or delivery, early hospitalization, abuse, or neglect. These are the kids that desperately need to feel loved and secure, but will act out in many ways to test their caregivers' resolve.

I strive to help clients develop healthy patterns of thinking and communication through a variety of intervention techniques. My treatment techniques are heavily influenced by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person Centered approaches which are evidence-based treatment methodologies. However, I understand that each client is an individual and should be treated as such.

Feeling exhausted by all your problems? At your wits end on why you just can’t be happy? Dealing with overwhelming stress and anxiety along with feelings of inadequacy and failure can make you feel so TRAPPED in life. Choosing to speak to a therapist is a great place to start getting unstuck! Hi, my name is Michelle, and I am here to help you.

*I'm unable to take new clients. Life events occur that can overwhelm our coping skills or maybe we have been dealing with challenges for a long time. Either way, there are times we could all use support and perspective. I work most often with people experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship issues, trauma, and eating disorders. I believe that social/cultural identities, roles, and life circumstances impact how we feel about ourselves and others. I like to get to know your unique story. Whether this is the first time looking for a therapist or it's time to re-connect with treatment, you have taken the first step.

The demands of work, parenting, and life in general have become overwhelming and you feel like nobody "gets you." Let's talk about this! To the outside world, you look "fine," but inside, you feel downright exhausted, and you no longer want to pretend everything is okay. Your stress level has reached an all time high. Maybe you're experiencing "Superwomen Syndrome", prioritizing others but rarely finding time for yourself. Maybe you're feeling invisible and misunderstood. You're ready for change. Whatever curveball life has thrown you, you want relief!