Forensic Psychology Therapists in Smithfield, NC
Amber Lynn Neagle
Counselor
Verified Verified
Smithfield, NC 27577
I also have a master's degree in Forensic Psychology, where I focused on the rehabilitation of mentally ill offenders.
Being so new to therapy, I want to help a wide range of individuals. I entered this profession so I can help people, not problems. I hope to help a diverse clientele with an array of issues and needs. Since I will be supervised and assisted along the way, I am confident that together, we can help many people.
I also have a master's degree in Forensic Psychology, where I focused on the rehabilitation of mentally ill offenders.
Being so new to therapy, I want to help a wide range of individuals. I entered this profession so I can help people, not problems. I hope to help a diverse clientele with an array of issues and needs. Since I will be supervised and assisted along the way, I am confident that together, we can help many people.
Patti Stapleton Bock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
Smithfield, NC 27577 (Online Only)
I invite you to utilize my over 30 years of mental health/addictions education and experience, empowering you with highly effective and enduring therapy, resolving long term and recent issues that block your happiness and success. Adults, youths, couples and whole families are carefully taught needed skills and facilitated actual healing processes, step by step, to remedy thought distortions, repressed feelings and dysfunctional behaviors and attitudes that impair your relationships, socialization, work or school success. Treatment is customized in consideration of individual schedules, preferences, strengths, obstacles and goals for lasting growth and change. Christian counseling is available upon request.
I invite you to utilize my over 30 years of mental health/addictions education and experience, empowering you with highly effective and enduring therapy, resolving long term and recent issues that block your happiness and success. Adults, youths, couples and whole families are carefully taught needed skills and facilitated actual healing processes, step by step, to remedy thought distortions, repressed feelings and dysfunctional behaviors and attitudes that impair your relationships, socialization, work or school success. Treatment is customized in consideration of individual schedules, preferences, strengths, obstacles and goals for lasting growth and change. Christian counseling is available upon request.
Online Therapists
Melissa Jackson-Westbrook
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Dr. Jackson-Westbrook is currently only accepting new testing clients. Dr. Melissa Jackson-Westbrook is a licensed clinical psychologist in North Carolina. She was born in Alaska and grew up in Virginia Beach, Virginia. She received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with a concentration in forensic psychology. She completed her internship at the Federal Correction Complex in Butner, North Carolina.
Dr. Jackson-Westbrook is currently only accepting new testing clients. Dr. Melissa Jackson-Westbrook is a licensed clinical psychologist in North Carolina. She was born in Alaska and grew up in Virginia Beach, Virginia. She received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with a concentration in forensic psychology. She completed her internship at the Federal Correction Complex in Butner, North Carolina.
Dan Chartier
Psychologist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27612
Dan Chartier, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist- Health Service Provider, Raleigh, NC has been in private practice since 1983. As a psychotherapist, in addition to "talk therapy", Dr. Chartier uses psychophysiological methods of biofeedback and neurofeedback to facilitate mind-body healing. In his work, deepening awareness and release of non-productive behaviors is a primary process. By learning to enter neutral emotional space clients come to more clearly recognize options and choices that result in improved health. In addition to treating clients with psychological and emotional distress, Dr. Chartier works with patients coping with chronic pain or recovering from brain injury.
Dan Chartier, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist- Health Service Provider, Raleigh, NC has been in private practice since 1983. As a psychotherapist, in addition to "talk therapy", Dr. Chartier uses psychophysiological methods of biofeedback and neurofeedback to facilitate mind-body healing. In his work, deepening awareness and release of non-productive behaviors is a primary process. By learning to enter neutral emotional space clients come to more clearly recognize options and choices that result in improved health. In addition to treating clients with psychological and emotional distress, Dr. Chartier works with patients coping with chronic pain or recovering from brain injury.
Tina Lepage
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27713
With over 30 years of experience, I subscribe to a solution-focus philosophy, in which I strive to address the problem as quickly as possible, but with enough depth to avoid relapse. I set goals early in treatment with adults and couples, or with children/teenagers and their families, so we can find successful solutions and change behavior problems, emotional difficulties, academic difficulties, or family problems as soon as possible. I love people and people's stories, and am always truly and deeply interested in the story of every child, teen, and adult I meet. I also think laughter is therapeutic and therapy can be fun.
With over 30 years of experience, I subscribe to a solution-focus philosophy, in which I strive to address the problem as quickly as possible, but with enough depth to avoid relapse. I set goals early in treatment with adults and couples, or with children/teenagers and their families, so we can find successful solutions and change behavior problems, emotional difficulties, academic difficulties, or family problems as soon as possible. I love people and people's stories, and am always truly and deeply interested in the story of every child, teen, and adult I meet. I also think laughter is therapeutic and therapy can be fun.
Dr. Lindsay Underwood
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
There are times in everyone's lives that they need guidance, support, or just a sounding board. I strive to provide that in a safe and welcoming environment in which you can navigate whatever life has thrown your way. I aim to collaborate with clients to identify and work towards achieving their goals. I work with clients to find solutions to a variety of problems, with particular emphasis on life transitions, identity development, and interpersonal dynamics.
There are times in everyone's lives that they need guidance, support, or just a sounding board. I strive to provide that in a safe and welcoming environment in which you can navigate whatever life has thrown your way. I aim to collaborate with clients to identify and work towards achieving their goals. I work with clients to find solutions to a variety of problems, with particular emphasis on life transitions, identity development, and interpersonal dynamics.
Comprehensive Community Supportive Services PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, CSOTS, CJSOTS, MAC
Verified Verified
Burlington, NC 27215
Welcome! My name is Jennifer Wilson and I am a licensed clinical social worker providing quality supportive services. I am motivated to provide quality care to children, adolescents, and adults. I continue to work tirelessly to stay abreast of current trends as an out-patient therapist. I earned my Master's in Social Work at Fayetteville State University with a concentration in mental health and substance abuse. I have experience with working with a variety of addictions including but not limited to: sex, gambling, workaholics, substance abuse, and love/relationship.
Welcome! My name is Jennifer Wilson and I am a licensed clinical social worker providing quality supportive services. I am motivated to provide quality care to children, adolescents, and adults. I continue to work tirelessly to stay abreast of current trends as an out-patient therapist. I earned my Master's in Social Work at Fayetteville State University with a concentration in mental health and substance abuse. I have experience with working with a variety of addictions including but not limited to: sex, gambling, workaholics, substance abuse, and love/relationship.
Rebecca Farrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCS
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27705
I counsel those suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, and individuals experiencing major life transitions (ie: infidelity, divorce, career change, and midlife). I have experience working with people with serious mental illness in a variety of settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, psychiatric residential treatment facilities, outpatient clinics, and corrections. I am currently focusing primarily on late adolescents and adults who are focused on discovering the path to their best version of self. Evening and Saturday Hours Only
I counsel those suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, and individuals experiencing major life transitions (ie: infidelity, divorce, career change, and midlife). I have experience working with people with serious mental illness in a variety of settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, psychiatric residential treatment facilities, outpatient clinics, and corrections. I am currently focusing primarily on late adolescents and adults who are focused on discovering the path to their best version of self. Evening and Saturday Hours Only
Sarah Olson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
I'm Sarah Olson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have the privilege of walking with people during difficult moments in their lives. I believe there is nothing that life can hand you that cannot make you a better person once you do the work and get to the other side of it. I want to discover this with you. Coming to me as a therapist would feel like exploring your honest feelings and experiences with a non-judgmental friend that can really hear you. I want to gain your trust so we can talk about what truly is stopping you from being your best self.
I'm Sarah Olson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have the privilege of walking with people during difficult moments in their lives. I believe there is nothing that life can hand you that cannot make you a better person once you do the work and get to the other side of it. I want to discover this with you. Coming to me as a therapist would feel like exploring your honest feelings and experiences with a non-judgmental friend that can really hear you. I want to gain your trust so we can talk about what truly is stopping you from being your best self.
Jamila Parker
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
We all have times we need to talk about ourselves, relationships, or situation to best figure things out. I provide a safe and active environment where you can focus completely on yourself without fear of judgment, and we work together to find ways to improve things. I help people solve a variety of life issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, and general life stress, to name a few.
We all have times we need to talk about ourselves, relationships, or situation to best figure things out. I provide a safe and active environment where you can focus completely on yourself without fear of judgment, and we work together to find ways to improve things. I help people solve a variety of life issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, and general life stress, to name a few.
Samantha England
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
Life can be challenging, overwhelming, and stressful at times. You may feel in a rut or even stuck, and it may feel impossible to work through. You may feel that your stressors are not only impacting you, but also your social life, family, or work. Together, we can develop a collaborative plan to help you achieve your personal goals and reengage in your own life. From learning coping skills to processing complex trauma, I am committed to providing you a safe and nonjudgmental environment to find your best path to reach your goals.
Life can be challenging, overwhelming, and stressful at times. You may feel in a rut or even stuck, and it may feel impossible to work through. You may feel that your stressors are not only impacting you, but also your social life, family, or work. Together, we can develop a collaborative plan to help you achieve your personal goals and reengage in your own life. From learning coping skills to processing complex trauma, I am committed to providing you a safe and nonjudgmental environment to find your best path to reach your goals.
Teresa Vaughan
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Bern, NC 28562
Welcome to Gaining Clarity Counseling Services! All are welcome here! I take pride in being real. While techniques and interventions are important, the relationship between therapist and client is essential for positive outcomes. I have particular interest and experience in working with those impacted by traumatic experiences. I have come to recognize that much of client distress stems from unresolved trauma (grief, abuse, mistreatment, etc.). Together, we will address root causes and equip you with the tools necessary for sustainable lifestyle change.
Welcome to Gaining Clarity Counseling Services! All are welcome here! I take pride in being real. While techniques and interventions are important, the relationship between therapist and client is essential for positive outcomes. I have particular interest and experience in working with those impacted by traumatic experiences. I have come to recognize that much of client distress stems from unresolved trauma (grief, abuse, mistreatment, etc.). Together, we will address root causes and equip you with the tools necessary for sustainable lifestyle change.
Deborah Ashway
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Bern, NC 28562
EMDR Trained and Certified. Many people find themselves stuck in unconscious patterns that obstruct success, joy and the life they were meant to live. I 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.
EMDR Trained and Certified. Many people find themselves stuck in unconscious patterns that obstruct success, joy and the life they were meant to live. I 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.
Brighter Life Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, LCAS, CCMC, DBTC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Life can be very difficult at times, and I want to help. I have had the opportunity to train in a variety of therapeutic modalities, making me uniquely qualified to utilize the interventions that are most appropriate for each of my clients. In order to determine the most appropriate form of treatment, I collaborate with each of my clients to determine the issues they would like to address and the goals they would like to achieve. We are then in a better position to determine the most efficacious treatment modality.
Life can be very difficult at times, and I want to help. I have had the opportunity to train in a variety of therapeutic modalities, making me uniquely qualified to utilize the interventions that are most appropriate for each of my clients. In order to determine the most appropriate form of treatment, I collaborate with each of my clients to determine the issues they would like to address and the goals they would like to achieve. We are then in a better position to determine the most efficacious treatment modality.
Lisa Foss
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27713 (Online Only)
Parenting children of any age is challenging in different ways, in the case of divorce, coparenting adds such complexity to your child's life and to the coparents. When you decide to have a child, we need resources, education, and support on what to expect and how to parent through stages of development. In divorced families, you switch from parenting together to coparenting and there is often high conflict between coparents as they attempt to navigate these unfamiliar life changes. Providing support and learning researched parenting and coparenting strategies can help give guidance to reduce conflicts and stress.
Parenting children of any age is challenging in different ways, in the case of divorce, coparenting adds such complexity to your child's life and to the coparents. When you decide to have a child, we need resources, education, and support on what to expect and how to parent through stages of development. In divorced families, you switch from parenting together to coparenting and there is often high conflict between coparents as they attempt to navigate these unfamiliar life changes. Providing support and learning researched parenting and coparenting strategies can help give guidance to reduce conflicts and stress.
Ethan R Levine
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27613 (Online Only)
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 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.
Tristan Bryant Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newport, NC 28570
My ideal client is an individual who is struggling or feels overwhelmed by life’s challenges. They need support in navigating their emotions and developing coping strategies to improve their mental well-being. Their goal is to find inner peace, regain control over their thoughts and emotions, and live a more fulfilling life. They want to break free from the cycle of negative thoughts and behaviors, and they’re seeking a compassionate and understanding counselor who can provide a safe space for healing and growth. Ultimately, they desire to cultivate resilience and rediscover joy and purpose in their daily.
My ideal client is an individual who is struggling or feels overwhelmed by life’s challenges. They need support in navigating their emotions and developing coping strategies to improve their mental well-being. Their goal is to find inner peace, regain control over their thoughts and emotions, and live a more fulfilling life. They want to break free from the cycle of negative thoughts and behaviors, and they’re seeking a compassionate and understanding counselor who can provide a safe space for healing and growth. Ultimately, they desire to cultivate resilience and rediscover joy and purpose in their daily.
Theresa Roman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28546
Waitlist for new clients
Our team is accepting new clients. Dr. Roman has a waitlist. A therapy practice JUST for moms! Being a mom at any stage can be hard. Pregnancy and the postpartum period can be an extremely emotional experience for moms. Many changes happen mentally and physically that can make this time period challenging. As many as 1 in 7 moms will experience a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD). PMAD can occur at any point from conception through postpartum, sometimes extending into a lengthy course of time if not treated. If you are a mom with these issues, you might feel alone, helpless and fearful of how to ask for help with PMADs.
Our team is accepting new clients. Dr. Roman has a waitlist. A therapy practice JUST for moms! Being a mom at any stage can be hard. Pregnancy and the postpartum period can be an extremely emotional experience for moms. Many changes happen mentally and physically that can make this time period challenging. As many as 1 in 7 moms will experience a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD). PMAD can occur at any point from conception through postpartum, sometimes extending into a lengthy course of time if not treated. If you are a mom with these issues, you might feel alone, helpless and fearful of how to ask for help with PMADs.
Dr. William Rodriguez Psy. D
PsyD
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27707
People come to therapy because they want to feel better. Maybe it's relationship problems or anxiety/depression, but whatever the reason, life has become uncomfortable or painfull. Most people want more understanding of themselves and their situation. That being said change is what we all seek in therapy.Making your life work better is the goal. My therapy will help you alter self-defeating ways, get a more realistic and accurate perspective, gain insight that leads to improving the quality of your life.
People come to therapy because they want to feel better. Maybe it's relationship problems or anxiety/depression, but whatever the reason, life has become uncomfortable or painfull. Most people want more understanding of themselves and their situation. That being said change is what we all seek in therapy.Making your life work better is the goal. My therapy will help you alter self-defeating ways, get a more realistic and accurate perspective, gain insight that leads to improving the quality of your life.
Joseph Rengifo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, CCMC, CCSI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28403
Our intrinsic need to adapt and evolve is a double-edge sword. We have developed coping skills that helps us survive external demands, modern society poses a threat to our way of living because we have not been able to catch up. We still behave the way we did thousands of years ago because we have not learned to discriminate between past and present. Let's explore the causes and mechanisms that make your problems what they and create a plan to confront and resolve those issues to protect your mental health. I use an integrative approach to therapy that I call Behavioral Medicine.
Our intrinsic need to adapt and evolve is a double-edge sword. We have developed coping skills that helps us survive external demands, modern society poses a threat to our way of living because we have not been able to catch up. We still behave the way we did thousands of years ago because we have not learned to discriminate between past and present. Let's explore the causes and mechanisms that make your problems what they and create a plan to confront and resolve those issues to protect your mental health. I use an integrative approach to therapy that I call Behavioral Medicine.
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How does forensic psychology work?
Forensic psychology works by providing those in the legal system with expert information about psychology and behavior that they wouldn’t otherwise have. Forensic psychologists do this through a range of services—conducting psychological assessments for court cases, assisting police officers with investigations, providing expert opinion, helping with mediation, and providing mental health care to victims or perpetrators of crimes.
Can a forensic psychologist help with child custody cases?
Yes. In the event that it’s needed, an attorney or judge may appoint a forensic psychologist to provide an assessment and recommendation. This process involves multiple interviews with the child, the parent (or parents), and sometimes others. The psychologist assesses the parent’s mental health, strengths and weaknesses, and parenting practices to understand what’s in the child’s best interest. They then complete a report with recommendations based on their assessment.
Do forensic psychologists help solve crimes?
In some cases they do. For example, criminal profiling involves collaborating with law enforcement officers to construct a profile of a perpetrator based on psychology, personality, and behavior as suggested by the crime in order to focus the investigation. They may also offer expert input on subjects related to a case such as deception, false confessions, and the reliability of testimony based on eyewitness accounts.
How long do people typically work with a forensic psychologist?
The length of time an individual works with a forensic psychologist depends on the relevant service. For example, if a forensic psychologist is conducting a psychological assessment for a court case, this may take one to two sessions to complete (although they can be more extensive). If the forensic psychologist is providing therapy to someone accused or convicted of a crime, treatment may last for several months or more.