Therapists in Shallotte, NC

I work to build a strong rapport based on honesty and mutual respect. You will receive my undivided attention. I provide non-judgmental support and guidance according to your needs. My experience is rooted in mental health and substance abuse counseling. I use a variety of approaches to help you reach your goals including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Solution Focus Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Some days are better than others, but why can't everyday be good? That doesn't mean every day is going go your way, but it can mean that you are less impacted by situations or circumstances that leave you feeling down, stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. In return, you are able to cope with life situations in a way that teaches you how to live the life you want and feel good about the choices you make throughout your day. We all have challenges we face and at times, it seems easier to just give up. However, this does not have to be your destiny. You can take control of your life no matter what the situation is and find happiness.

Your story is unique. Inviting someone to know, share and explore your story in order to illuminate truths both wonderful and difficult is the courageous work of therapy. My goal is encouragement, growth and freedom for you. Returning you to a healthy balance in thinking, feeling, behaving and relating will be the focus of our work. I welcome individuals struggling with life transition issues, anxiety and depression, emotion regulation difficulties, work/life satisfaction challenges and relational issues. Marriage/couples work is welcomed.

Welcome! I am happy to see that you are taking the first steps to change by seeking therapy. It is my purpose to assist adults 20 years of age and older with a focus in adults 50 years and older. I have worked inpatient and currently working outpatient. It is my mission to fight against the stigma of mental health and break the cycle. My approach is person-centered and the clients are always the expert of their own lives.

It takes a lot of courage to contact someone for help. I am a very down to earth, easy-going therapist. Just coming here is a huge step, I believe in you, let’s work on lightening your troubles together.

I begin with establishing trust in an empathetic atmosphere. My approach is to work on problem solving that can result in improvements soon after beginning therapy. I believe in giving feedback that is helpful for clients to work on change. I bring many years of experience into helping people. I have worked in several different settings including out patient mental health and substance abuse as well as inpatient treatment. It is very encouraging for clients to begin work on problems and experience progress in making changes.

In today's world, life is often chaotic and relationships can be challenging. Wrestling with anxiety, marital stress, job loss, and other difficult circumstances can feel like walking alone at night on an unfamiliar path: it’s hard to find your way. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, I am here to walk beside you. I’ll bring a compass and a flashlight – together we can navigate a path forward.

I'm Michael Librie, Psy.D, LCSW (NC) I'm a Psychotherapist with over 35 years experience, qualified to provide integrative psychotherapy, combining techniques from various therapeutic schools to suit the needs of the client. I am delivering therapy virtually at this time in both Maryland and North Carolina. My approach combines traditional dynamic psychotherapy with awareness and internal inquiry processes. I partner with you to help guide you to focus inward so that you may experience your core self, listen to your soul and find your personal truth.

I strive to provide assistance to individuals who are looking to proactively and constructively manage life challenges and stressors, along with supporting them emotionally along their journey. I currently serve children, adolescents, adults, and families in need of coping skills to better manage mental and emotional distress caused by stress, life's transitions, traumatic experiences, and mental and emotional illness.

I am passionate about strengthening marriages, helping couples navigate bad choices, better communication, and how to recover from the difficulty of an affair. I believe in your marriage! Hang on! Men and women are trapped with porn addiction, and I am committed to help you as a person find the true path to restoration. The porn addiction cycle is tough, but with your commitment to work hard we can do this together. I will help you find healing from its personal devastation and within your marriage. My practice also includes helping church leaders find restoration from burn out or other struggles such as pornography or infidelity.

I have been in the helping business for the last 25 years. My vast experiences in life have given me insights that enable me to help clients who suffer from relationship issues within their marriage, their families, their social environment and within their work place. I have also had great success working with clients who suffer from addictions (drugs, alcohol, sex, pornography, etc.) and co-dependency issues. My experiences as a teacher helps me work with adolescent issues related to anxiety, depression, behavior, self-esteem, sexuality, gender, etc.

I believe that family life is being culturally stressed. I am committed to working with single parent stressors. I also have a heart for the aging and walking the difficult road or grief and loss. My practice is driven by my belief in self care and becoming your own advocate. I will help you achieve positive outcomes, reaching personal goals through solution focused therapy, where we work together to meet our objectives. I work with individuals, families, and couples. I provide evening and weekend hours to help with busy work schedules. Telehealth sessions given in a private and secure setting.

My goal is to help you feel welcomed, safe, and unjudged. My passion is to assist you in learning to meet, manage, and move beyond difficult life challenges and gain optimal growth and belief in YOU. If you struggle with Relationships, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Trauma or Abuse, you have the power to heal. I am humbled by the human spirit. Therapy is a process of collaboration, mutual goal setting, awareness, trust and change. When you are hurting, reach out - help is there for you. I will offer support, guidance and steps to overcome life hurts.

NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT THIS TIME. My passion is driven by my work with people who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, codependency, low self-worth, women's issues, and toxic relationships. I also have a special place in my heart for working with counselors who are committed to improving their own self-care and emotional health. My hope is that by providing a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space, people will know that they are being heard and what they say matters.

If you are anything like me, personal and relationship , concerns, problems, decisions, loneliness come when least expected. Accompanied by anxiety, depression, stress, doubt, anger they subtract from our precious time and energy. And you want to enjoy your life to the fullest, anticipate hope and happiness, feel accepted and live in the present moment.The scope of my practice is for individuals, couples, and adolescents . I keep a few slots for persons with alcohol addiction; I do not accept drug related problems.

Welcome to Self-Actualization Therapy. There is a wise, happy, and successful person living inside of each of us, and my work is to help you access that. I offer skilled and insightful tools and processes for helping you discover your true magnificence and abilities, to cut through the challenges that life tends to bring, and to increase your confidence and happiness. I have spent a lifetime seeking out the most effective ways to help you create the life you want, so if you are serious about creating change, I can help you with that goal. My focus is to empower you and bring out your best!

Feeling better about yourself leads to feeling better about life. Much of our stress comes from our negative thinking about ourselves which makes us feel negative about others and about life. You can change your life by changing your thinking. Having trust in your therapist is also what it's all about. I provide non-judgment, great listening skills, and a wisdom that comes not only from 36 years of experience, but also from delving within my own self. This leads to having a deep understanding of my patients who feel that from me right away. www.connienumbers.com

As a professional counselor, my mission is to be an instrument of hope, compassion, and truth as I come alongside and partner with clients on their journey toward healing and wholeness. My life and professional experiences are broad; they include counseling in a university setting, intensive in-home therapy, and overseas service. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and groups from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. I am especially passionate about helping clients address their struggles with anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and life transitions.

Wilmington Mental Health (WMH) provides evidence-based and person-centered treatment to residents of Southeastern North Carolina. Our mission is to offer accessible universal mental health treatment so that everyone in our community has access to the services they need, when and where they need them. WMH integrates multiple therapeutic techniques to create optimal patient experience. WMH understands that life presents difficulties that can reduce the quality of life and happiness of those in our community. These challenges can be detrimental if left on unresolved. Hence, it is critical that access to mental health care exist when individuals need it most. WMH has developed a platform that provides therapeutic support for teenagers, college students, adults, couples, and families. Our compassionate counselors are ready to meet with you to help you resolve challenges and move forward in your life. Get on the road to recovery with Wilmington Mental Health Today! Book a confidential consultation, call 910-777-5575 or email us at info@wmhwc.com.