Therapists for Adults in Pilot Mountain, NC
I work with adults who are tired of feeling exhausted, wired, or stuck in worry at night, and who are ready to try a kinder, more science-based approach.
In our first session, my focus is on getting to know you and what brings you in, at a pace that feels comfortable. I will ask about your sleep, your daily routine, your health, and history with stress or mental health, and what you most hope will be different if therapy is helpful.
I work with adults who are tired of feeling exhausted, wired, or stuck in worry at night, and who are ready to try a kinder, more science-based approach.
In our first session, my focus is on getting to know you and what brings you in, at a pace that feels comfortable. I will ask about your sleep, your daily routine, your health, and history with stress or mental health, and what you most hope will be different if therapy is helpful.
I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and middle adults in both individual and group formats.
I'm grateful you're here. I commend you for taking the first step toward building a better relationship with yourself and deepening your self-awareness. Therapy is a wonderful gift to give to yourself. My ideal client is anyone at a crossroads in their life who is in need of a safe harbor. No struggle is too big or small, or layered or strange. I especially enjoy working with anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, trauma, life transitions, relational concerns, and the queer community. I am person-centered at my core and approach therapy from a feminist lens. I also like to implement aspects of mindfulness with my clients.
I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and middle adults in both individual and group formats.
I'm grateful you're here. I commend you for taking the first step toward building a better relationship with yourself and deepening your self-awareness. Therapy is a wonderful gift to give to yourself. My ideal client is anyone at a crossroads in their life who is in need of a safe harbor. No struggle is too big or small, or layered or strange. I especially enjoy working with anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, trauma, life transitions, relational concerns, and the queer community. I am person-centered at my core and approach therapy from a feminist lens. I also like to implement aspects of mindfulness with my clients.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in NC, and provide individual counseling services. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and include other interventions as needed.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in NC, and provide individual counseling services. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and include other interventions as needed.
You didn't expect life to look this way. Are you paralyzed by anxiety? Overwhelmed with the state of the world and our country? Feeling disconnected from others? Feeling unseen and unheard? Are you struggling to meet the high expectations of yourself and the expectations of what the modern woman is? Have you found yourself thinking; these are supposed to be the happiest days of my life, why am I not happy? Am I a good Mom? Am I being too controlling? Everyone else seems to be able to do it all. Why can't I? Am I making the "right" decisions with my children? Life does not have to stay this way.
You didn't expect life to look this way. Are you paralyzed by anxiety? Overwhelmed with the state of the world and our country? Feeling disconnected from others? Feeling unseen and unheard? Are you struggling to meet the high expectations of yourself and the expectations of what the modern woman is? Have you found yourself thinking; these are supposed to be the happiest days of my life, why am I not happy? Am I a good Mom? Am I being too controlling? Everyone else seems to be able to do it all. Why can't I? Am I making the "right" decisions with my children? Life does not have to stay this way.
When you feel stuck or your coping strategies stop working, I provide a safe space for the collaborative work of healing. I view therapy like two people climbing separate mountains: while we are both hikers, my perspective allows me to see the rocky terrain or hidden paths on your mountain that might be hard to spot while you're climbing. As an expert on yourself, you bring the map; I provide the tools to help you navigate it more effectively.
When you feel stuck or your coping strategies stop working, I provide a safe space for the collaborative work of healing. I view therapy like two people climbing separate mountains: while we are both hikers, my perspective allows me to see the rocky terrain or hidden paths on your mountain that might be hard to spot while you're climbing. As an expert on yourself, you bring the map; I provide the tools to help you navigate it more effectively.
I work with individuals who just want to be human. There's no special formula - just want to work towards something better.
I work with individuals who just want to be human. There's no special formula - just want to work towards something better.
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Are you feeling angry, anxious, or depressed? Weighed down by life stressors? Overwhelmed by conflicting roles and responsibilities? I will partner with you to help you be happier and more effective in navigating life's stressful complexities and challenges. I believe that we all need a shoulder to cry on, a place to vent, and someone with whom to brainstorm new ideas. I see my clients as unique, competent, and capable human beings who can use their strengths to bring about positive change in a timely manner. I am committed to supporting each of my clients in a safe and confidential environment.
Are you feeling angry, anxious, or depressed? Weighed down by life stressors? Overwhelmed by conflicting roles and responsibilities? I will partner with you to help you be happier and more effective in navigating life's stressful complexities and challenges. I believe that we all need a shoulder to cry on, a place to vent, and someone with whom to brainstorm new ideas. I see my clients as unique, competent, and capable human beings who can use their strengths to bring about positive change in a timely manner. I am committed to supporting each of my clients in a safe and confidential environment.
I serve children, young adults, families, and seniors, offering support for family conflict and promoting mental health and body positivity in an inclusive, affirming space.
If you’ve spent a lot of your life masking, hiding overwhelm, keeping the peace, or pretending you’re “fine” even when you’re running on fumes, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re navigating a big transition, juggling family expectations in a multigenerational household, or realizing you might be neurodivergent. You might be tired of performing and ready for something real. In our work, you set the pace. I’m here beside you, human, supportive, and honest, as we make sense of things together and help you feel more like yourself.
I serve children, young adults, families, and seniors, offering support for family conflict and promoting mental health and body positivity in an inclusive, affirming space.
If you’ve spent a lot of your life masking, hiding overwhelm, keeping the peace, or pretending you’re “fine” even when you’re running on fumes, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re navigating a big transition, juggling family expectations in a multigenerational household, or realizing you might be neurodivergent. You might be tired of performing and ready for something real. In our work, you set the pace. I’m here beside you, human, supportive, and honest, as we make sense of things together and help you feel more like yourself.
I have 10 years of experience working with teens, adults, and couples.
Seeking support can be difficult, especially when it's most needed. Many struggle with self-doubt or an overly critical inner voice. With 8 years of experience as a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma, my focus is your well-being. Life's transitions and significant challenges can feel overwhelming, but reaching out is crucial for personal growth. I provide a safe, supportive space for healing, using evidence-based approaches like dialectical behavior therapy, person-centered therapy, and tailored interventions to guide your journey toward emotional health and resilience.
I have 10 years of experience working with teens, adults, and couples.
Seeking support can be difficult, especially when it's most needed. Many struggle with self-doubt or an overly critical inner voice. With 8 years of experience as a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma, my focus is your well-being. Life's transitions and significant challenges can feel overwhelming, but reaching out is crucial for personal growth. I provide a safe, supportive space for healing, using evidence-based approaches like dialectical behavior therapy, person-centered therapy, and tailored interventions to guide your journey toward emotional health and resilience.
I am Allyson Shields, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with more than 9 years of experience working with adults and seniors.
It is my desire that those who enter into the counseling relationship find keys to understanding themselves and skills to cope with the various issues that may bring them here. I believe that counseling is a helping relationship, a place where trust and mutual respect abide.
I am Allyson Shields, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with more than 9 years of experience working with adults and seniors.
It is my desire that those who enter into the counseling relationship find keys to understanding themselves and skills to cope with the various issues that may bring them here. I believe that counseling is a helping relationship, a place where trust and mutual respect abide.
Antoine Charles
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS, NCC
2 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27103
Are you looking for a therapist who can understand and connect with your struggles? One who can relate to the fight against addiction and the negative feelings that come with it, like anxiety, depression, mood swings, guilt, shame, failure, and disappointment? Deep inside, you yearn to manage your struggle and find a sense of normalcy. Are you wondering how to stop this self-destructive behavior and prevent hurting your loved ones? If so, you're in the right place. A new normal is possible, and there is hope. Together, we can develop a new outlook on life and realize that living life is more than just focusing on recovery.
Are you looking for a therapist who can understand and connect with your struggles? One who can relate to the fight against addiction and the negative feelings that come with it, like anxiety, depression, mood swings, guilt, shame, failure, and disappointment? Deep inside, you yearn to manage your struggle and find a sense of normalcy. Are you wondering how to stop this self-destructive behavior and prevent hurting your loved ones? If so, you're in the right place. A new normal is possible, and there is hope. Together, we can develop a new outlook on life and realize that living life is more than just focusing on recovery.
Roxanne La'Nette Hutchinson
Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, MHS, LCAS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Living in darkness can be challenging, unattended mental health combined with substance use can be a very dark place. Oftentimes, we do not recognize there is a light that lies ahead. If this describes or resonates with you. Know that you are not alone—and I am here to help. Indeed, healing commences with real human connection and therapy can be a space that feels comfortable, a place where you can exhale and find moments of clarity and even humor as you show up just as you are.
Living in darkness can be challenging, unattended mental health combined with substance use can be a very dark place. Oftentimes, we do not recognize there is a light that lies ahead. If this describes or resonates with you. Know that you are not alone—and I am here to help. Indeed, healing commences with real human connection and therapy can be a space that feels comfortable, a place where you can exhale and find moments of clarity and even humor as you show up just as you are.
Dr. George Stoupas
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, LMFT, MCAP
3 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27106
Waitlist for new clients
I help couples heal and deepen their relationships. Lots of of things can cause conflict and leave us feeling helpless to stop it. Issues like addiction, infidelity, parenting disagreements, money, and past trauma can cause hurt and push people apart. Our relationships are supposed to be refuges of safety and security; we expect to be able to count on one another. When we get stuck and can't connect with our partners, it threatens us to our very core. We feel trapped, hurt, scared, angry, and confused. The more we fight, the further we get from where we want to be. I want you to know it's not over yet.
I help couples heal and deepen their relationships. Lots of of things can cause conflict and leave us feeling helpless to stop it. Issues like addiction, infidelity, parenting disagreements, money, and past trauma can cause hurt and push people apart. Our relationships are supposed to be refuges of safety and security; we expect to be able to count on one another. When we get stuck and can't connect with our partners, it threatens us to our very core. We feel trapped, hurt, scared, angry, and confused. The more we fight, the further we get from where we want to be. I want you to know it's not over yet.
Life is full of challenges, but what happens when those challenges are harder to overcome than you expect? Whether we find ourselves with a mental illness that makes coping harder, or in extreme situations we never thought we'd face, there comes a point where we need a little help. Counseling and therapy can provide that help and get you to the place and person you want to be. It is my goal to help you meet your goals, whether that's overcoming a difficult past, surviving a difficult present, or being able to envision an easier future. We'll get there together!
Life is full of challenges, but what happens when those challenges are harder to overcome than you expect? Whether we find ourselves with a mental illness that makes coping harder, or in extreme situations we never thought we'd face, there comes a point where we need a little help. Counseling and therapy can provide that help and get you to the place and person you want to be. It is my goal to help you meet your goals, whether that's overcoming a difficult past, surviving a difficult present, or being able to envision an easier future. We'll get there together!
Sunshine Counseling & Consulting Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LCMHCS
Winston Salem, NC 27130
With 26 years of experience in behavioral health, I’ve worked with children, adolescents, young adults and middle-aged adults.
You might be feeling stuck, disconnected, or simply in need of space to breathe & regroup. Together, we’ll explore your goals and work at a pace that feels right for you. My approach blends evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and family systems work.
With 26 years of experience in behavioral health, I’ve worked with children, adolescents, young adults and middle-aged adults.
You might be feeling stuck, disconnected, or simply in need of space to breathe & regroup. Together, we’ll explore your goals and work at a pace that feels right for you. My approach blends evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and family systems work.
Lisa Hathaway
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
3 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27101
Life is a journey. Life can be complicated and challenging, but beautiful at the same time. I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey towards healing. Building a trusting relationship built on respect, we can work together to develop tools and techniques to help you grow and reach your goals. I am an Enneagram Coach who helps clients learn even more about themselves in a deeper way. It is special to see clients reflect on their core motivations for doing what they do.
Life is a journey. Life can be complicated and challenging, but beautiful at the same time. I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey towards healing. Building a trusting relationship built on respect, we can work together to develop tools and techniques to help you grow and reach your goals. I am an Enneagram Coach who helps clients learn even more about themselves in a deeper way. It is special to see clients reflect on their core motivations for doing what they do.
Sydney
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHCA
3 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27103
I work with children, teens, and adults, who may be struggling with a variety of challenges, like anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Are you someone who may be getting through school, work, and relationships, but things inside feel heavier than they look? Your mind replays conversations, worries how you came across, or expects something to go wrong even when things are okay. You might over-apologize, avoid conflict, or shut down emotionally, and pushing through hasn’t changed the pattern. Together, we will make sense of your reactions and behaviors, and help you feel more comfortable and confident in yourself.
I work with children, teens, and adults, who may be struggling with a variety of challenges, like anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Are you someone who may be getting through school, work, and relationships, but things inside feel heavier than they look? Your mind replays conversations, worries how you came across, or expects something to go wrong even when things are okay. You might over-apologize, avoid conflict, or shut down emotionally, and pushing through hasn’t changed the pattern. Together, we will make sense of your reactions and behaviors, and help you feel more comfortable and confident in yourself.
FullScope Counseling Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS, LPCS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
At FullScope Counseling, we're here to help you begin your journey to healing in a safe and welcoming space. Our team is all about creating a caring and genuine atmosphere where you can feel supported. We specialize in helping you make choices in your personal and work life that really fit who you are, using your strengths to tackle any challenges that come your way and hold you back from feeling confident and in control. We know that healing and growing as a person is a continuous journey, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
At FullScope Counseling, we're here to help you begin your journey to healing in a safe and welcoming space. Our team is all about creating a caring and genuine atmosphere where you can feel supported. We specialize in helping you make choices in your personal and work life that really fit who you are, using your strengths to tackle any challenges that come your way and hold you back from feeling confident and in control. We know that healing and growing as a person is a continuous journey, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
I provide therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in the Winston-Salem and Clemmons, North Carolina areas.
I have a particular interest in working with children, adolescents, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, emotional regulation, ADHD, family conflict, interpersonal concerns, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, with an emphasis on building a strong, trusting relationship where clients feel understood, and supported.
I provide therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in the Winston-Salem and Clemmons, North Carolina areas.
I have a particular interest in working with children, adolescents, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, emotional regulation, ADHD, family conflict, interpersonal concerns, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, with an emphasis on building a strong, trusting relationship where clients feel understood, and supported.
Hi there, I'm Sarah! I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. My goal is to help clients feel valued and supported as they navigate a variety of stressors, challenges, and mental health concerns. I focus on each individual's unique needs to make therapy relevant, accessible, client-focused, and strengths-based.
Hi there, I'm Sarah! I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. My goal is to help clients feel valued and supported as they navigate a variety of stressors, challenges, and mental health concerns. I focus on each individual's unique needs to make therapy relevant, accessible, client-focused, and strengths-based.
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.