Therapists in Raleigh, NC

Therapy is a collaborative process. One that involves the client, the therapist, and the relationships and experiences that have shaped us throughout our lives. The reasons that bring you to this page are unique and specific to you. Finding the best therapeutic fit is no different. Often the path that led you here has been one full of reflection, questions and challenging decisions. At times that path can also feel uncertain, overwhelming, or confusing. My hope for you is that this is a step in the direction towards peace and insight while providing comfort knowing that you no longer need to take additional steps on your own.

I have worked with children and adolescents, while also providing marital, family, and adult individual counseling as well. I am able to tailor therapeutic services specific to each patient to address many emotional and behavioral difficulties, including: ADHD, depression, panic attacks, generalized anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, grief and defiance, as well as marital stress.

I enjoy working with people who have an interest in their own personal growth, taking a journey, trying something new. If you are looking into trying out therapy, you ARE that person! You are looking to take a chance on yourself, and that's a wonderful, and sometimes overwhelming feeling. New things can be hard, and I think therapy should be supportive of this while guiding them through the necessary process of growing pains. Therapy can be hard work, but the benefits can last a lifetime.

My passion is working with children, adolescents and their parents. Most sessions focus on self-awareness, choice, problem solving, goal setting and challenging you in a caring and empathetic manner, seeking alternative options and strategies for handling life. My goal as your therapist is assisting you in identifying skills and resources you already have and supporting you in strengthening skills and promoting growth. Some change occurs quickly and easily, but most often change requires slow, deliberate, and repeated efforts and I look forwarding to supporting you through this journey of self exploration and growth.

My approach to working with any client(s) is to offer a space to share their story in a way that is authentic, honest and individualized. Through this sharing, we collaborate to find reliable pathways to change that mirror the clients values, beliefs and personality. No client is alike and my approach to therapy celebrates this.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who is passionate and truly care about the individuals that I serve, with the goal of collaborating with you in solving those life challenges that may hinder your ability to function adequately. my professional experiences have prepared me to understand individual unique needs, cultural sensitivity, dignity and respect of the person, and obstacles that present in managing life stressors. I will explore options that will enable you to deal with life challenges with the aim of enhancing self-growth.

Do you spend your time scrolling through Instagram thinking you're not (insert judgey word) enough? Are you constantly on edge or anxious? Do your mind and body feel stuck in past trauma? Maybe you'r unsettled with where you are in life? The human struggle is real! AND you don't have to go at it alone. Hey there! I'm Sara, a licensed clinical social worker + certified trauma professional. I also have a MA in WGS which gives me a nuanced understanding of gender and sexuality. I focus on working with millennial and emerging adult women and gender expansive folks trying to navigate the intense uncertainty that is adulthood in 2022.

The ultimate act of self-love is prioritizing your mental health and emotional well-being. Though life is hard, and reaching out for help can be even harder, my goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where you are given the freedom to be as expressive, vulnerable, and honest as you feel comfortable. Together, we will create coping strategies, sharpen core skills, and construct healthy boundaries that can support you on your journey to wellness and self-awareness. I provide support and guidance as you navigate and explore new, healthier ways of being.

Life does not come with an instruction manual (I know, it’s the worst!). But that doesn’t mean you have to give up hope. Sometimes a safe space and a listening ear is all you need to create your own manual. You are unique and so are your challenges. I am here to provide a warm, compassionate, playful, non-judgmental, safe space and empower you to join me in working through those challenges. I believe that therapy should be all-embracing, genuine and rooted in the therapeutic relationship.

I delight in working with couples to repair troubled relationships & find a deeper, more secure connection with one another by helping partners bring their needs into awareness, share those unmasked parts, and transform old patterns of communication & interaction. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space, whatever your orientation, identity, ethnicity, or sexual preference. I meet my clients where they are & am open, compassionate, and curious, whether we are discussing interpersonal conflicts, relationship issues, or other stressors. I am honored by the individuals & couples who have let me join them in those places.

Do you find yourself struggling with overthinking, relationship satisfaction, or relieving past hurts or scary moments? Please know that you don't have to go through this. Establishing treatment with the goal to manage these symptoms, and in many cases eliminate the symptom is within reach. To wake up feeling light and burdensome free, without past hurts shadowing over your present is reason enough to establish care.

I work collaboratively with individuals, couples, & families as they navigate life's challenges, transitions & losses. Opportunities for growth & positive change hide within every life challenge. People come to me for help with life balance, stress, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, relationship strain, divorce & other challenges. I work with clients to create a safe, compassionate, & brave space for exploring dynamics at work within themselves & their relationships. Clients find that my dedication to building this trusting relationship creates the necessary space to turn difficulties & pain into growth & healing.

I provide individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. My areas of work include, but are not limited to, those experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, mood disorders, personality disorders, relationship issues, communication issues, bullying, low self-esteem, self-criticism, impulsivity, self-harm, addiction, and substance use disorders.

I consistently have been most successful with individuals who struggle with self esteem. They are wanting to make changes in their lives but do not know what to do first or have the skills and tools they need to make these changes.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working in community based mental health and in the inpatient and primary care settings. I hold space for those who feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety, depression, grief, life adjustments and trauma using evidence based treatments tailored to the individual person and identified needs.

Thanks for taking the time to read my profile. My practice focuses on helping adults, frustrated parents, distant couples, functionally-dysfunctional families, adolescents and millenials. Issues range from: dealing with addiction,change, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, co-dependency, drugs, eating disorders, self-esteem, infidelity, grief, loss, life coaching, wellness, and unexpected life's problems and transitions. My treatment approach is Cognitive Behavioral both supportive and collaborative. I welcome you to take that first step. One of the best the investments you can make in today's world is in your own peace of mind!