Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Monroe, NC

I am an experienced intuitive counselor seeking to help others facilitate their healing and self-discovery aligned with their core values. I work well with individuals who are looking to find and make meaning in their lives and heal from past traumas that keep them feeling stuck. I incorporate humor and candor in my practice and view our therapeutic relationship as sacred and essential for your healing. I am compassionate, direct and non-judgmental and do my best to lead with authenticity. I view you as your own expert and let my clients be in the driver’s seat of their sessions while offering honest and supportive feedback.

My belief is that real change can occur in one's life when they work with a therapist who is genuine and unbiased; someone who has a desire to see others moving forward and living their lives to the fullest. It would be a true honor to be that individual for you or your loved one.

We all need PEACE. Peace within our environment, with our significant others, within our families, and within ourselves. What if I told you that peace begins with adversity, pain, boundaries, and tears...Doesn't sound fun does it? However, at the other end of all of that is an entire garden of peace that you will learn to keep healthy and thriving. We want to help you find this place. This place lives deep inside of you, suffocating under trauma , depression, anxiety, and distressing thoughts. Let's take this step together! All it takes is one phone call. Our Peace Matters!

Making the decision to seek therapeutic services can be challenging, but choosing the right therapist should not be. I am passionate about helping people and often let individuals choose their own path to recovery while offering gentle guidance and direction for personal growth in all areas of life.

"To get thru the hardest journey, we need take only one step at a time, but we must keep on stepping" As your counselor my aim is to provide a safe and supportive environment where we can collaborate and work together at your own pace to help you reach your goals. Sometimes our past hurts and thoughts come with us like a friend we've told to "get lost", however everywhere we look it's there. If the past continues to be in your present I can help. If you have difficulty expressing your thoughts and emotions, I can help. If you're stuck, I can help. All it takes is one phone call.

I believe the role of a therapist is to offer unconditional acceptance and walk alongside each client as they work through their issues. There are many different tools to help each client achieve their goals. Setting up a treatment plan with attainable goals with clear direction is essential in the counseling process. Each client comes with their own belief system. I am committed to helping clients find the inner peace that comes through relationships with people and a higher power. I am trained in biblical principles and a Christian, but I am committed to helping each person find their own path and their own beliefs.

I am an interactive, cognitive behavioral client-centered therapist who focuses on the development of healthy relationships that have been impacted by trauma , grief and loss, infidelity, life transitions, depression, domestic and substance abuse. My empathetic and compassionate approach provides support and practical feedback while building on client's strengths using an empowerment model and the development of deeper self-discovery and awareness. The goal is to identify effective coping strategies to manage what clients are currently experiencing. I endeavor to walk alongside of clients in the mist of their pain and their joy.

As a Certified EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) Couples Therapist and Supervisor, I love helping couples find or restore the loving closeness they long for. EFT is recognized as one of the most successful approaches to couple therapy. I will help you identify negative patterns of interaction and explore feelings that perpetuate it so that you can step out of the pattern and create new ways of interacting that promote and deepen empathy, closeness, and intimacy. My clinical experience includes helping individuals successfully grow through challenges such as depression, anxiety, healing from trauma and abuse, and coping with loss.

**I am unable to accept new clients at this time** I provide clients with a safe and relaxed therapy experience to address the things that are causing stress in their lives. Regardless of background, culture or lifestyle, clients can expect an inviting space to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. I invite you to contact me for a free consultation to ask questions about my services or therapy in general.

Throughout my career I have worked to support a diverse population of people with a variety of social and clinical issues including: severe substance addictions, co-occurring disorders, probation status, DWI and other domestic and criminal/ legal related issues, behavior disorders, mental disorders, developmental disabilities, suicidal and self-harm behaviors, and clients with a severe history of trauma . After 15+ years as a provider in schools, I feel skilled at helping youth navigate the increasing peer pressures and stressors related to social media, anxiety, anger/behavior management, trauma experiences and other stressors.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor specializing in trauma and grief issues in children and adults. When our children struggle, we struggle too. With decades of experience working with children and families in many different life situations, I can help your child and you learn skills to help cope with life stressors. As a national certified Trauma -Focused Cognitive-Behavioral therapist and an EMDR therapist, I am trained in evidenced-based therapies that will help your family work through difficult situations. I also treat adults struggling to adapt after the sudden, traumatic death of a loved one.

Nothing has the ability to stop life and wear you out more than when you are not able to get back on your feet or continue to push past the pain. At some point we all break. Have you pushed so hard and you just can’t get back to the old you? Or maybe the old you is not who you want to envision for your future. As a licensed professional counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist, I have been a witness to some of life’s most precious moments and also some of life’s most challenging circumstances. My goal and desire is to help others navigate through their world and to find answers to some of life’s most difficult questions

I appreciate your willingness to put yourself first by looking for a new therapist. In working with me, you will find a safe space where differences are honored and valued. It is okay to feel as though you don't have it all together, and that not every aspect of your life is not figured out. It takes strength and courage to ask for support and sometimes the hardest thing to do is to take the first step. As a Black Woman, I recognize this challenge and the strength it takes to ask for help, which is why I choose to do this work.

My passion is building connections with people. I will take the time to build a relationship of trust and understanding in order to best support you. It would be an honor to be a part of your journey.

Greetings! I’ve studied a multitude of counseling approaches for individuals, marriage and family systems. With over 15 years as a mental health provider, I understand the importance of destigmatizing mental health, and embodying social justice practice by serving marginalized communities and families. Utilizing a collaborative, person centered treatment approach, I focus on developing healthy coping skills and providing psychoeducation on your personal difficulties. Additionally, I believe in creating a warm and attuned environment where you feel heard, accepted and valued.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, a Nationally Certified Counselor, and a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, who has been practicing Individual, Couple, Family and Group Therapy since 1993. I am dedicated to providing a safe and confidential therapeutic atmosphere in which I can help my client's and their families reach their goals, heal themselves, and achieve their potential. I take an eclectic and practical approach to counseling and use a variety of therapeutic techniques customized for the client so that they can be successful.

When pain enters our lives, it can be powerful and disheartening. This oftentimes causes us to isolate ourselves from others. I believe that healing is rooted in connection. My hope is that clients find their strengths and inner resources in order to improve their overall quality of life. Everyone deserves a fresh start. I work hard to provide a safe, therapeutic environment for my clients so they can start their personal, meaningful journey.