MedCost Therapists in Raleigh, NC
Tiffany Bastian
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
2 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27607
My ideal client is a child, teen, or young adult who feels overwhelmed by anxiety, big emotions, trauma, ADHD, OCD, grief, or mood shifts. They may struggle to feel understood and want a safe space to be themselves without judgment. They need warmth, structure, and creative tools to make sense of their experiences. Their goal is to feel confident, regulated, and empowered—building skills to manage challenges, strengthen relationships, and believe in their resilience and ability to thrive.
My ideal client is a child, teen, or young adult who feels overwhelmed by anxiety, big emotions, trauma, ADHD, OCD, grief, or mood shifts. They may struggle to feel understood and want a safe space to be themselves without judgment. They need warmth, structure, and creative tools to make sense of their experiences. Their goal is to feel confident, regulated, and empowered—building skills to manage challenges, strengthen relationships, and believe in their resilience and ability to thrive.
Do you feel anxious, sad, confused, or angry lately? When asked, "How are you doing?" can you honestly say "well"? We live in challenging times, and it can be hard to adapt. Deciding to start therapy can be hard, but I am here to support you. My role is to provide understanding, encouragement, and empathy as we work together to identify your strengths, build coping skills, and increase self-awareness. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
Do you feel anxious, sad, confused, or angry lately? When asked, "How are you doing?" can you honestly say "well"? We live in challenging times, and it can be hard to adapt. Deciding to start therapy can be hard, but I am here to support you. My role is to provide understanding, encouragement, and empathy as we work together to identify your strengths, build coping skills, and increase self-awareness. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
My counseling practice is dedicated to providing personalized therapy tailored to address each client’s unique issues and challenges. I believe in a client-centric approach that prioritizes individual needs, ensuring that our therapeutic journey aligns with your specific goals and circumstances.
My counseling practice is dedicated to providing personalized therapy tailored to address each client’s unique issues and challenges. I believe in a client-centric approach that prioritizes individual needs, ensuring that our therapeutic journey aligns with your specific goals and circumstances.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you're holding it together on the outside while struggling internally or within your family relationships? I work with adolescents (12+) and adults experiencing anxiety, low motivation, irritability, grief, or emotional shutdown. Clients often feel mentally overactive, disconnected, or caught in family stress and intergenerational conflict, sometimes relying on scrolling or substances to cope. I support teens and adults seeking clarity, stability, and practical tools to feel grounded and improve relationships and daily functioning.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you're holding it together on the outside while struggling internally or within your family relationships? I work with adolescents (12+) and adults experiencing anxiety, low motivation, irritability, grief, or emotional shutdown. Clients often feel mentally overactive, disconnected, or caught in family stress and intergenerational conflict, sometimes relying on scrolling or substances to cope. I support teens and adults seeking clarity, stability, and practical tools to feel grounded and improve relationships and daily functioning.
Hello there, my name is Ben. I’m a Social Worker and Navy veteran based in the Raleigh area. I specialize in men’s issues and have a strong passion for supporting first responders, current and former military members and their families, truckers, pilots, healthcare professionals, blue-collar workers, tradesmen, and farmers—though my work is not limited to these groups as I love to help anyone in need. If you’re looking to make meaningful changes, navigate life’s challenges, or address mental health concerns, I offer a straight forwards, down-to-earth approach focused on helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Hello there, my name is Ben. I’m a Social Worker and Navy veteran based in the Raleigh area. I specialize in men’s issues and have a strong passion for supporting first responders, current and former military members and their families, truckers, pilots, healthcare professionals, blue-collar workers, tradesmen, and farmers—though my work is not limited to these groups as I love to help anyone in need. If you’re looking to make meaningful changes, navigate life’s challenges, or address mental health concerns, I offer a straight forwards, down-to-earth approach focused on helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Updated 4/2/26
Currently accepting new clients!
Finding your path, building and keeping meaningful relationships, and living with purpose is not solitary work. I specialize in supporting clients navigating acculturation and bicultural stress. I understand that every person has intersecting identities which lead them to face a unique set of challenges in life. I serve to be a compassionate and empathetic guide as we process and work through your goals. Whether you are seeking guidance on mental health issues, navigating major life transitions, or exploring self-discovery, I am here to support you on your journey.
Updated 4/2/26
Currently accepting new clients!
Finding your path, building and keeping meaningful relationships, and living with purpose is not solitary work. I specialize in supporting clients navigating acculturation and bicultural stress. I understand that every person has intersecting identities which lead them to face a unique set of challenges in life. I serve to be a compassionate and empathetic guide as we process and work through your goals. Whether you are seeking guidance on mental health issues, navigating major life transitions, or exploring self-discovery, I am here to support you on your journey.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, or frustrated—unsure how to move forward even though you long for change? Life’s challenges can leave you feeling unsteady, disconnected, or exhausted from trying to figure everything out on your own. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and there is hope.
I believe meaningful change begins with feeling emotionally grounded and supported. With compassion, intention, and practical guidance, it is possible to regain clarity, strength, and direction. My goal is to provide a steady, supportive space where you can stabilize, reflect, and begin making the most of what you already have—so you
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, or frustrated—unsure how to move forward even though you long for change? Life’s challenges can leave you feeling unsteady, disconnected, or exhausted from trying to figure everything out on your own. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and there is hope.
I believe meaningful change begins with feeling emotionally grounded and supported. With compassion, intention, and practical guidance, it is possible to regain clarity, strength, and direction. My goal is to provide a steady, supportive space where you can stabilize, reflect, and begin making the most of what you already have—so you
Often we as people feel forgotten, invisible or not wanted. No matter how hard we try to be positive, it seems that negativity reigns. When these feelings and thoughts arise, we all need support and compassion. Encouragement and Empathy through the worst of times can hug tight through the good times. This is what I can provide. Anyone can have a bad day and everyone can have an excellent day. My goal is to prepare others for the bad days and encourage the belief that bad days do not have to last. If you are suffering from feelings of sadness, anger, neglect, depression, ADHD, addiction and low self confidence I would like to help.
Often we as people feel forgotten, invisible or not wanted. No matter how hard we try to be positive, it seems that negativity reigns. When these feelings and thoughts arise, we all need support and compassion. Encouragement and Empathy through the worst of times can hug tight through the good times. This is what I can provide. Anyone can have a bad day and everyone can have an excellent day. My goal is to prepare others for the bad days and encourage the belief that bad days do not have to last. If you are suffering from feelings of sadness, anger, neglect, depression, ADHD, addiction and low self confidence I would like to help.
Patty Lytwyn is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate with over four years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, trauma, mid-life transitions, and couples’ issues, Patty treats patients between the ages of 16 and 64 utilizing Person Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Patty has extensive experience counseling older children, adolescents, adults, seniors, families, and couples in both clinical and outpatient settings.
Patty Lytwyn is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate with over four years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, trauma, mid-life transitions, and couples’ issues, Patty treats patients between the ages of 16 and 64 utilizing Person Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Patty has extensive experience counseling older children, adolescents, adults, seniors, families, and couples in both clinical and outpatient settings.
Tricia Speller, LCMHC, helps teens, adults, and seniors across North Carolina find clarity, stability, and renewed confidence through compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. At LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for people navigating life transitions and emotional challenges, creating a supportive space where patients feel heard while building practical skills to move forward. Her primary clinical specialties include anxiety, depression, and ADHD, and she also treats teens ages 15–17, adults, and older adults.Tricia Speller, LCMHC, helps teens, adults, and seniors across North Carolina find clarity, stabili
Tricia Speller, LCMHC, helps teens, adults, and seniors across North Carolina find clarity, stability, and renewed confidence through compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. At LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for people navigating life transitions and emotional challenges, creating a supportive space where patients feel heard while building practical skills to move forward. Her primary clinical specialties include anxiety, depression, and ADHD, and she also treats teens ages 15–17, adults, and older adults.Tricia Speller, LCMHC, helps teens, adults, and seniors across North Carolina find clarity, stabili
Using an integrative, whole-person approach, Hayley strives to create a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel truly seen and supported. She tailors each session to meet the unique needs of the individual, fostering collaboration, insight, and growth. Her goal is to help clients build resilience, restore balance, and cultivate a fulfilling and meaningful life aligned with their values.
Outside of her clinical work, Hayley enjoys volunteering her time with children with disabilities, using equine-assisted therapy to promote connection, confidence, and healing through the powerful bond between humans and horses
Using an integrative, whole-person approach, Hayley strives to create a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel truly seen and supported. She tailors each session to meet the unique needs of the individual, fostering collaboration, insight, and growth. Her goal is to help clients build resilience, restore balance, and cultivate a fulfilling and meaningful life aligned with their values.
Outside of her clinical work, Hayley enjoys volunteering her time with children with disabilities, using equine-assisted therapy to promote connection, confidence, and healing through the powerful bond between humans and horses
Video on Website Link - Not Accepting New Clients at this time - I believe life should be a lot easier then it is. We all get pushed past our limits that challenge who we think we are. The pressure changes us into different people. How do we get past reacting to life and get on to living life intentionally? The answer is not easy, because there are many factors that fracture our attention, steal our resources, and prevent progress. My job is to help change these factors to set you up for success and aid in defining what success means for you.
Video on Website Link - Not Accepting New Clients at this time - I believe life should be a lot easier then it is. We all get pushed past our limits that challenge who we think we are. The pressure changes us into different people. How do we get past reacting to life and get on to living life intentionally? The answer is not easy, because there are many factors that fracture our attention, steal our resources, and prevent progress. My job is to help change these factors to set you up for success and aid in defining what success means for you.
To the woman reading this, you may feel like you have too much on your plate & that everything has become burdensome. You may feel like you are constantly struggling and feel defeated in the battles you are facing. Dealing with relationships, career, school, family, and/or friendships has you weighed down. You've started to feel hopeless, but I want you to know that there is hope and you can overcome all the obstacles you are faced with. Understand that you do not have to face life’s challenges alone. I will provide a collaborative & safe space for you to feel Seen, Heard, and Valued as you face your struggles.
To the woman reading this, you may feel like you have too much on your plate & that everything has become burdensome. You may feel like you are constantly struggling and feel defeated in the battles you are facing. Dealing with relationships, career, school, family, and/or friendships has you weighed down. You've started to feel hopeless, but I want you to know that there is hope and you can overcome all the obstacles you are faced with. Understand that you do not have to face life’s challenges alone. I will provide a collaborative & safe space for you to feel Seen, Heard, and Valued as you face your struggles.
Choosing the right therapist is a very personal and important decision. It is crucial that client and therapist have the means to form a strong and trusting therapeutic alliance in order to do deep and meaningful work together, I strive to achieve that with every client I work with. My specialty lies in working through unresolved trauma. Using skills + a strong intuition, I will help guide you through your healing process as you come to terms with events and lay them to rest. Non pathologizing and draw from ACT, IFS and EMDR modalities.
Choosing the right therapist is a very personal and important decision. It is crucial that client and therapist have the means to form a strong and trusting therapeutic alliance in order to do deep and meaningful work together, I strive to achieve that with every client I work with. My specialty lies in working through unresolved trauma. Using skills + a strong intuition, I will help guide you through your healing process as you come to terms with events and lay them to rest. Non pathologizing and draw from ACT, IFS and EMDR modalities.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of professional experience, working with clients of all ages. I specialize in helping those dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, women’s issues, trauma, and more.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of professional experience, working with clients of all ages. I specialize in helping those dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, women’s issues, trauma, and more.
I view the therapy experience as a directed partnership where strategies are used to directly impact the areas of your life that are distressing to you. Whether it is depression, self-esteem issues, anxiety, problems in marriages, work situations, and many other problems we face and no matter if you are in a dark and difficult place right now, therapy can make a dramatic difference. Incorporating new or different understanding with continual application of new approaches, your emotions, thoughts and very life can be better and more enriching than you might realize. I look forward to hearing from you.
I view the therapy experience as a directed partnership where strategies are used to directly impact the areas of your life that are distressing to you. Whether it is depression, self-esteem issues, anxiety, problems in marriages, work situations, and many other problems we face and no matter if you are in a dark and difficult place right now, therapy can make a dramatic difference. Incorporating new or different understanding with continual application of new approaches, your emotions, thoughts and very life can be better and more enriching than you might realize. I look forward to hearing from you.
Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re feeling unsure about starting therapy, you’re not alone. Many people worry about being too much or not knowing where to begin. People often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. I work with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief or loss. I am especially passionate about supporting identity exploration and healing for marginalized individuals. I also provide ADHD and autism assessments through a neurodiversity-affirming lens.
Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re feeling unsure about starting therapy, you’re not alone. Many people worry about being too much or not knowing where to begin. People often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. I work with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief or loss. I am especially passionate about supporting identity exploration and healing for marginalized individuals. I also provide ADHD and autism assessments through a neurodiversity-affirming lens.
Stephanie Phillips
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHCS, NCC, CCTP
Raleigh, NC 27615
Do you feel like no one understands what you are going through? Do you want to talk about your feelings without judgment? Counseling should be a place where you are comfortable and can explore solutions without fear or worry. I offer a counseling relationship where you can feel safe to work on issues that are truly important to you, at a pace that meets your needs. I want you to feel stronger than the problems you face and capable of handling whatever life throws your way.
Do you feel like no one understands what you are going through? Do you want to talk about your feelings without judgment? Counseling should be a place where you are comfortable and can explore solutions without fear or worry. I offer a counseling relationship where you can feel safe to work on issues that are truly important to you, at a pace that meets your needs. I want you to feel stronger than the problems you face and capable of handling whatever life throws your way.
I accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, and Medcost insurance.
Another day of anxiety, past experiences impacting your life, your relationships leaving you drained…it's exhausting. Maybe setting boundaries feels uncomfortable, you’re a chronic over-thinker, or constantly overwhelmed. If this hits close to home, I'm here to help. Hi! I’m Victoria, a therapist, former people-pleaser, and someone who truly understands how heavy these things can feel, especially if you’ve been stuck in the same patterns for a while. I help people navigate unhealthy relationships, manage anxiety, build self-esteem, and heal from trauma. I’m your hype person that’s cheering you on towards a healthier & happier you.
I accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, and Medcost insurance.
Another day of anxiety, past experiences impacting your life, your relationships leaving you drained…it's exhausting. Maybe setting boundaries feels uncomfortable, you’re a chronic over-thinker, or constantly overwhelmed. If this hits close to home, I'm here to help. Hi! I’m Victoria, a therapist, former people-pleaser, and someone who truly understands how heavy these things can feel, especially if you’ve been stuck in the same patterns for a while. I help people navigate unhealthy relationships, manage anxiety, build self-esteem, and heal from trauma. I’m your hype person that’s cheering you on towards a healthier & happier you.
I am credentialed with Aetna, BCBS, and Medcost, offering in-network coverage.
Hi, I am so happy you are here! In our therapeutic relationship, my commitment is to create a compassionate and understanding space. Together, we'll explore your experiences, create a connection that encourages growth, trust, resilience, and vulnerability. I would be honored to support you on your journey towards heightened self-awareness and a more fulfilling life.
I am credentialed with Aetna, BCBS, and Medcost, offering in-network coverage.
Hi, I am so happy you are here! In our therapeutic relationship, my commitment is to create a compassionate and understanding space. Together, we'll explore your experiences, create a connection that encourages growth, trust, resilience, and vulnerability. I would be honored to support you on your journey towards heightened self-awareness and a more fulfilling life.
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