Therapists in Thomasville, NC

Welcome to Therapy! In order for us to create healthy change and live life on our own terms we have to be willing to become comfortable being uncomfortable. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts in order to create opportunities. I provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which my clients can explore the issues and challenges they face.

My personal and professional experiences have allowed me to provide the best practices in the fields of Behavioral Health and Mental Health treatment. I utilize Biblical principles as I believe it contains answers necessary for overcoming obstacles which hinder efforts at obtaining and maintaining a right relationship with God and finding freedom from the bondage which result from addiction, loss, emotional pain, and life difficulties. My ideal clients are sincere about moving from positions of powerlessness to positions of strength as we journey together, gaining effective Christian and clinical solutions along the way.

Are you having moments of feeling unlike yourself lately? Unable to focus long enough to complete a task and not enough time for anything. At this moment, breastfeeding is not working in your favor and perhaps you're feeling inadequate as a mother overall. Chronic fatigue and sleep deprivation is real and being new to motherhood can place the best of us under pressure to get everything right, right? I hear that you're dealing with a lot of competing demands; caring for your children, balancing work obligations and all while attempting to fill your own cup too.

Hi! My name is Leslie Travia, and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 5 years of clinical experience working with teenagers, mature adults, and couples experience dealing with trauma, Sexual/Gender identity, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Trauma, and PTSD. I believe that what I do as a therapist is my calling.

Find Hope and Comfort as you navigate Life’s Journey….. It is my privilege and honor to walk your grief journey with you. Grief represents so many things, i.e., death, divorce, loss of a friendship, loss of a job and the list goes on. Life is about uncertainties, losses, and fear of the unknown, leaving us blinded by an overwhelming feeling of stress, depression and anxiety. Life’s journey often feels lonely as we try to feel normal when life is presenting us with a newness that is unfamiliar to us. - I provide PHONE counseling only.

Overall, I consider therapy to be a beginning point for personal change. My counseling philosophy is built around the principle that understanding a patient in the context of the surroundings that influenced their development is elemental to the therapeutic process. My primary goal is to facilitate the development of alternative ways of thought and behavior to reduce distress and help patients view themselves as active agents of change. I utilize an integrative approach, combining Cognitive Behavioral, Psychoanalytic, and Interpersonal techniques.

I do not take for granted the strength it takes to seek support. I wholeheartedly believe in the process of mental health counseling and am excited to come along side those who would choose to participate in this journey. I understand that each client brings a unique perspective, set of experiences, and personality. Therefore, I seek to meet each client right where they are, partnering with them to tailor the counseling experience to best fit their goals.

The therapeutic relationship can provide an opportunity for you to process emotional, relational, and spiritual issues in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I incorporate a wide range of strategies in my therapeutic philosophy and style based on your need. In addition to individual therapy, I provide marital and family therapy, including mutli-generational family sessions. Much of my previous professional experience has been with relationship issues, grief, women's issues and trauma. I am currently accepting new patients.

A wise prophet once said "life as a shorty shouldn't be so rough". Considering the turmoil that we face in our world today, I'd say those sentiments still resonate. From Inflation to war; mass shootings to racial injustice, It seems that the list of problems are endless. Combine those issues with family drama, church hurt, marriage conflict, and challenges at work...well, you my friend have a recipe for an implosion! You've seen the signs, that's why you're here. The irritability, ghosting, distance from family and friends, racing thoughts, anxiousness. You know that you have to do something before you explode!

I believe each person is an expert of his or her life. You already possess the tools within yourself to make positive changes. I will help you discover those tools and assist you in life transitions so that you may find your true self. Do you feel like you're on autopilot? Life got you stressed out and you're just going through the motions. We will work together to help you recognize any thoughts or maladaptive behaviors that can produce painful feelings, that can lead to unresolved issues. Together we will discover your choices along with therapeutic goals to help you reach your full potential.

I am accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I work with children, teens, families, and adults. A total of 15 years in human services, 8 years directly related to therapy. I have provided outpatient therapy, play therapy, and in school therapy. I have experience working with children, teens, couples and adults with a variety of mental health, emotional, and behavioral issues including: ADHD, adjustment/transitions, attachment, ODD, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, school problems, couple conflict, and family conflicts.

Overall, I believe that therapy is a place to learn and heal from current and past experiences. My primary goal as a counselor is to empower and provide skills to clients to help them flourish. I see children, adolescent, and adult populations, implementing an integrative approach, with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. This means that I use many techniques and models, but I like to focus on current goals/solutions and altering unhelpful thinking patterns.

Hello there! Does life constantly point you in various directions and you are frequently uncertain of which way to go? Does everyone including yourself expect you to be clear and strong? Is always the appearance of having everything in the right place and without fail essential to your position in life? We are our experiences and we as women carry a specific set of issues secondary to the not so good things that have happened to us. It is ok that these issues manifest themselves in trauma, moodiness, emotional turmoil and the inability to create stable relationships free of relentless conflict.

The journey of life comes with many challenges and choosing something new rarely comes easy. If you have found yourself seeking out a therapist it may be fair to believe you've experienced moments when you've found yourself struggling with stress related to family, finances or relationships? Struggling to find a work/life balance? Feeling "stuck" after a big life change? Or notice things from your past continue to get in the way for you?

Since 1992, I have had the honor of accompanying countless individuals in their journey towards living more authentic and satisfying lives. I am convinced that everyone possesses the ability to live their life to its fullest potential. As your counselor, my role is to help awaken you to this dormant power within. I believe that we all function based on the beliefs instilled in us at an early age and are reinforced in various ways throughout our lives. It is when we begin to challenge these "truths" that we experience a great awakening and discover our true self.

When feelings of anxiety occur regularly and begin to interfere with your job, relationships, or other aspects of your daily life, it's time to meet with a caring health professional. My goal is to help you experience freedom from the debilitating effects of anxiety and improve your quality of life. I will work to help you and your family better understand and manage the anxiety that is affecting your relationships. Together, we will seek to examine the causes of your anxiety, analyze the emotions associated with it, and reveal how you can control the contributors to your anxiety.

Therapy is an experience that can benefit everyone. It allows us to take the time to look closely at ourselves. It can help us reflect on how to manage difficult life changes, loneliness and challenging relationships. Everyone experiences sadness and stress. Speaking with a therapist who is nonjudgmental and accepting can help us understand how to meet our professional, personal, and relationship needs. I am a psychotherapist with 15+ years of experience. I use a practical and flexible approach to treat problems such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life-stage adjustment, and others.

Do you feel on overload from anxiety or a deep sadness that won't just go away? Sometimes we reach a point where we feel we need a little extra help to get through a situation we are facing, or sometimes just life in general. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental approach to counseling and welcome those experiencing life's challenges. I have dedicated my life to behavioral health and wellness and specialize in working with those experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression, mood disorders, thought disorders and PTSD, among many others. I also offer Mental Health Assessments, Parenting Capacity Assessments and Child Custody Evaluations.

As your counselor, I am here to support you in making meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering resources to help you be your best self. Taking an evidenced-based, client centered, and existentially informed approach, I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where we can collaborate and work at your own pace to help you reach your goals.