Therapists in Watauga County, NC

The stories that define our lives are powerful, and can impact the way we look at everything. But we also have the ability to rewrite our stories and create new ones that can be better, and even more powerful than the ones we are living by today. If you are feeling stuck, alone, lost, or overwhelmed - you're don't have to keep going on your own. Sometimes rewriting the story we're in the middle of can seem like a totally impossible task, especially without support or a meaningful plan for change. In my work as a therapist, I am passionate about helping my clients feel empowered and equipped to take their narrative back.

I work with clients on issues surrounding anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQIA+, gender identity and expression, family dynamics, relationship issues, self-discovery, and career exploration. I approach the therapeutic relationship creating a non-judgmental space where you can share and learn more about yourself and your motivations. I will help you look at your assumptions, patterns, behaviors that work for you or aren’t working for you to achieve your goals in therapy. Mindfulness and present moment awareness is incorporated into moving forward as we work together.

One of the bravest things you can do is to explore your own patterns and notice the ways they do or do not serve you. Maybe you keep hitting the same wall in your relationship to your self and with others. Maybe anxiety is controlling you or you feel disempowered in your daily life. I commit to support you in noticing your strengths and finding compassion for your stumbles. Together we will grow joy and presence in your life, while learning to attend to, and possibly resolve, unhelpful feelings and patterns. I believe in finding space to be ok in our humanness, while also staying accountable for telling ourselves the truth.

Do you feel stuck? Are you tired of repeating the same behaviors that leave you feeling depressed, anxious or hopeless? Or maybe you are ready to deal with a traumatic event from your past or a difficult relationship. I provide a safe environment for you to begin the journey toward healing and wholeness. I love finding the root cause, leading to healing that allows you to finally live the life you were created for.

Crossnore Communities for Children offers services to outpatient clients utilizing a trauma-informed model of care. We provide each client with a complete clinical assessment to ensure they receive personalized services and the best care for their needs. Our clients work with a therapist in a consistent, structured, and collaborative environment that promotes growth and healing.

Now Offering Appointments Saturday Mornings! Are you feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, and burnt out? Do you often find yourself feeling isolated and believing that nobody truly understands you? It's possible that you've always had a sense of being different, and perhaps you've had to conceal your true feelings and authentic self in order to fit in and avoid standing out. Maintaining this façade requires an immense amount of effort, and now you find yourself on the verge of losing the very essence that makes you unique. You deserve to feel relief from the constant burnout.

My goal in therapy is to guide you in self-exploration so you can better understand yourself and the issues you face, and then learn what it looks like to live in alignment with your values. At the foundation of this work is a trustworthy therapeutic relationship. I have experience and am trained to help clients navigate eating disorders/disordered eating, anxiety, depression, religious trauma, pregnancy/postpartum, and significant life transitions. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming clinician devoted to creating a safe space for all identities. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and am Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned.

Hello! Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, stress, or trauma? Maybe you're experiencing anxiety or trauma that's making it difficult to focus on your goals. As a young adult or college student, it can be tough navigating these emotions while trying to balance school, work, and relationships. You may be feeling stuck, alone, or uncertain about your future. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore your emotions and find relief from the constant mental chatter. Together, we'll explore your unique experiences and develop new skills to improve your mood, confidence, and overall well-being.

Weekday Evening Apt. Availability - Do you feel pulled between the demands of your career and personal life? Perhaps, you’re struggling with balancing the demands of parenthood. Or, maybe you’re a student who is struggling to adjust to college or figure out your life path. You aren’t sure exactly what’s wrong, but you know that something isn’t right. You feel anxious or sad much of the time. You’re dissatisfied with the quality of your life. You know these feelings are impacting your relationships with others. You aren’t the person that you would like to be and you’re ready to change.

We can feel trapped in certain patterns of thought, behavior, or substance use. These patterns can lead to depression, anxiety, relationships issues, and further cycles of addiction. To escape these patterns and cycles, it is necessary to have a space where we feel comfortable and safe expressing our truth and what is really going on in life. Honesty is the first step to healing and recovery. I aim to provide a space where you feel comfortable being your full self; allowing for reflection, unburdening and development towards a more integrated and positive life.

Hey, thanks for checking out my page. If you're struggling with uneasy emotions related to difficult past experiences or feeling stuck in dysfunctional patterns and trying to manage these issues has only created more problems than solutions, you are not alone. I won’t pretend to know exactly how you're feeling, but as a healer and fellow traveler on the path to wellness, I understand these challenges. Often, a generalized approach to therapy does not address the underlying issues that impact our wellness. Whether you or a loved one is struggling with these issues, I can help. Reach out to me for a free unhurried consultation.

I truly enjoy working with a range of clients. Some of my specialties include ADHD management, anxiety, grief, improving self-esteem, increasing self compassion, working with those wanting practical tools to apply to their life, and working with those wanting to shift out of unhealthy beliefs and patterns. I use several types a therapy to process and resolve trauma, past relationships, difficult life events, ect. I am not a couples therapist but I enjoy working on the individual level to create healthy relationships, learning communication tools, healing attachment wounds and developing secure attachments.

I’m guided by my belief in the eternal worth and inherent wisdom of each person. Each individual is the expert of their own experience, and, within each of us, lies an immense power for self-healing. My therapeutic style can be described as warm, collaborative, and experiential. I view my role in this process as a facilitator, working alongside individuals as they reflect upon their experiences, broaden their awareness, and investigate ongoing behavioral patterns. Together, we may begin to freely explore prevailing paradigms and construct a more personalized path forward.

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.

People start therapy with me for a variety of reasons including trauma, anxiety, burnout, relationship struggles, difficulty setting boundaries, or questions about identity. No matter why you arrive, we will likely start by untangling that ball of thoughts, feelings, and history you carry inside. Together, we can gently explore to see if we can find patterns, meaning, and, my personal favorite: space for self-compassion

You're exhausted from giving 100% & having nothing leftover for yourself. You hate disappointing anyone & have a hard time asking for what you need. Sometimes you worry you don't know who you are outside of your relationships or career. You feel resentful of the people closest to you because you just need some support, but they seem so self-focused sometimes. It even feels hard to know what you need because you're so used to trying to keep everyone else happy. You're not alone & life doesn't have to feel this way. Together we can figure out ways to help you feel more empowered, change unhelpful patterns, & create a life you love.

It is Fucking exhausting, when you're constantly trying to shrink yourself to fit other people's expectations Perhaps you find yourself screaming into the void, feeling lost and overwhelmed by the pressures of existing in this late-stage capitalist hellscape. Maybe you are transitioning into adulthood, searching for acceptance & understanding. You might be starting a new relationship or exploring your sense of self & identity. For years you've felt frustrated & confused by a world that expects you to be someone you are not. But now, you are ready to take up space.

Accepting clients for individual teletherapy now! By now, you feel like the pain will never go away. It seems like the harder you fight to free yourself from the torment in your heart and in your mind, the more tormented you actually feel. It's like being weighted down, unable to breathe, unable to act. There is hope! I work with individuals (typically age 16 and up) seeking to improve mood, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. I can help you understand your unique situation, find a healthier new perspective, and develop the tools you need to alleviate your suffering and keep it from returning.

When you are feeling overwhelmed by life, a therapist can help you. You know that you want to feel better - and be better for yourself and others - but when you have been doing the things that have always worked in the past and find they are not working now, it may be time to enlist the support of a therapist.  I love to work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, sad, anxious, indecisive, or have any other painful emotion. Instead of feeling stuck, I want to help you feel empowered to move forward and help manage those painful feelings.