Therapists in New Bern, NC

My goal is to offer you compassion, acceptance and unconditional positive regard. I strive to create an environment that is safe and non-judgmental in order to build a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe this is key for successful therapy. I use a blend of interventions to help you identify your personal strengths, gain insight and awareness of thoughts and emotions, and heal from previous life experiences. Collaboratively, we will work toward setting goals and identifying realistic solutions to support positive change in your life.

I believe counseling is a process by which we gain insight into ourselves.It is my responsibility to provide you with a safe environment to explore your thoughts and feelings. I use a combination of therapies, cognitive behavioral, reality based, person centered and motivational interviewing. I understand that every individual &situation is different, I will adapt to best fit the you. We will look at your cognitions and behaviors, to understand where you are and where you hope to be. My goal is to provide you with the strength to succeed, & with tangible resources and techniques that you can use outside of the counseling session.

* ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS * Are you feeling overwhelmed, physically and emotionally drained, stuck and you don’t know what to do or where to turn next? Moving forward can sometimes feel daunting but you can do it. Begin to take back your power today! You can learn to manage the chaos, calm those defeating thoughts, ease the tension in your body and begin to feel positive. Your story has a purpose and is as unique as you are, we will work together to create a tailored therapy experience to meet your goals using eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), somatic bodywork, equine psychotherapy, and traditional talk therapy.

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Do the stressors of life leave you feeling anxious, depressed, or discouraged. Reaching out for help can appear daunting however, it is the first step to move towards creating what you need to move forward. Experiencing difficulty in school, work, and relationships can present as conflict, addictions, and unwanted behaviors. Having a place that you feel safe to express yourself and be heard is essential to living a life with healthy boundaries and achieved goals.

Do you find life overwhelming at times and afraid of the next “storm” coming? Do you sometimes wake up wishing the day was already over? Do you question if life will ever get any better than this? Do you feel misunderstood, unheard, or disconnected from other important people in your life? Life doesn’t have to be this difficult. And you shouldn’t have to walk this journey alone. Populations I primarily serve include both adolescents (ages 11+) and adults. I also identify as an LGBTQIA ally.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: Is your dream of happily ever after becoming a frustrating nightmare? Is depression, anxiety, or out-of-control anger robbing you of peace? Do you wonder if there is more to life than this? Are you ready to make a real-life change? I am David Morrow - A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and an Ordained Minister. I have 31 years of experience in the mental health field. My passion is working with individuals, couples, and families to identify the issues that maintain the problem, explore solutions, and develop action plans to overcome the obstacles.

I have 27 years of counseling experience and enjoy working with adolescents and adults. I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy(CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy(DBT). I received my undergraduate degree in 1992 from Virginia Tech in Family and Child Development and my masters degree in Counseling from Radford University in 1994. I have practiced in Charlotte, NC; New York City; and Raleigh, NC.

Mental health problems affect everyone- at some point in their life everyone will have or has had mental health issues. Mental health is physical health and mental health services needs to be seen as important for everyone from childhood on up through adulthood. When working with clients I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental atmosphere in which clients can be supported in efforts to grow and change as they become reconnected to their strengths and dreams.

We all arrive at turning points in life, a place in which we realize that our current path no longer suits our needs or reflects our values. A turning point represents a new way to live your life, a fresh perspective that creates new opportunities. Often, we develop ways of coping with life’s stressors and continue to use these outdated coping methods long after they have lost their purpose. Therapy is most effective when it addresses bio-psycho-social wellness – the physical, emotional, and spiritual facets of one’s life. I will listen to your needs and desired outcome to help you create your ideal plan for recovery and wellness.

My passion is working with couples because when this relationship is solid the family will thrive. I help my clients by teaching valuable communication skills, exploring the past to make more since out of the present and sharing the truth with love. I believe that my clients should work as hard as I do. So...role up your sleeves and let's get to work! Your family is worth it!

Many people find themselves stuck in unconscious patterns that obstruct success, joy and the life they were meant to live. My goal is to work with you in exploring your daily patterns, and how your experiences may have shaped you. After careful assessment, we work together to establish minor adjustments that set you on a course of optimal balance. Small changes can have profound effects. We target the root of the emotions, which have positive results in enhancing self-confidence, relationships, career, success, and ultimately bringing you back to your highest, most authentic self where you can experience true joy.

Art Therapy is for when words aren't enough or too difficult to use. Art therapy uses art media, the creative process, the artwork, and psychotherapy techniques to enhance the lives of individuals, families, and the wider community. Through the art therapy experience, a person can explore feelings/thoughts/ emotions, have the opportunity to reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, manage behavior and addictions, develop social skills, improve reality orientation, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and increase self-esteem.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Hope is where the heart is. We all have difficult or negative experiences that occur in our lives. Unfortunately these experiences continue to affect us without processing and getting past them. I would love to help you process and get past these experiences to ensure they do not continue to affect your life or the relationships you value most. I also specialize in providing trauma treatment to military personnel, veterans, first responders and victims of physical/sexual assault. I was active duty military for 15 years and deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan and Italy.

We all experience distress in our life at one time or another. And sometimes we may feel powerless to improve it. I am here to help you. I believe in listening to you whole heartedly, offering practical solutions, and most importantly, treating you with dignity and respect. This is the basis for which a strong therapeutic relationship may be built. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the basis for successful treatment. I will work with you to help improve your distress, and move you to a better place in your life.

I use family systems theory and take a dynamic approach to helping individuals understand the nature and course of his or her presenting symptoms. Additionally, I believe in helping individuals develop concrete methods of coping with symptoms that result in lasting change. I therefore also provide a cognitive behavioral approach, utilizing principles from Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). Using the above methods of change, I have experience treating the following difficulties: Anger Issues, Addiction, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Grief, Behavioral Disorders in Adolescents, Relationship and Marital Issues, Communication difficulties in families, Abuse and Trauma, Self-esteem, Codependency

I bring a unique perspective to my counseling practice. It is a gift to be able to point my clients towards their innate inner health via three Principles (Mind, Consciousness, and Thought) that, when understood, taps into our natural wisdom and common sense. This is an inside out process that heightens awareness to bring forth new insightful thinking. This inside-out understanding, fresh in the moment, bubbles up creativity to solve problems, enhance relationships, & brings good feelings for a meaningful, satisfying life. This is an experiential, not an intellectual process that is rich, fresh, and rewarding because it is the genuine self.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS (Medicare included) I am a licensed clinical social worker, addictions specialist, and trauma specialist who works with adults and adolescence (16+) with trauma (PTSD), addiction, depression, anxiety, and other diagnosis. I am trained in providing brainspotting as a powerful and progressive form of therapy intervention for all disorders, especially PTSD. I also integrate other [trauma] informed approaches in therapy as each individual has unique goals and complex needs. Together, we can work towards better understanding the course of your symptoms and finding solutions to bring you to your best self.

Our world has changed over the past year or so and it continues to be a very stressful time for us all. I would love to chat with you to see if I may be a good fit to help you navigate your own personal journey. I have had many experiences in my life that have led me into the field of mental health and substance use. I believe that there is a biological, psychological, and spiritual part of every human being and, oftentimes, these are out of balance. It is my honor to be able to assist you in finding that balance and to help you build your life worth living. I have been in practice for over 11 years and am licensed in NC & VA.

I have been in the mental health field for over 11 years and have learned that the best therapeutic work is done when you feel safe, comfortable, supported, and accepted. Therapeutic trust in the person you are sharing your entire self with can take time and that’s perfectly ok. My philosophy as a therapist is that it is never about me, it’s about you...you get to choose how much you share and you get to set the pace. I will be present with you as you learn to trust the process and grow. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey!