Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in West Jefferson, NC
For 30 years I have provided counseling services to couples, families, and individuals. I assist individual adults who are dealing with depression, relationship issues, childhood or adult trauma, or aging concerns. I work with clients to understand and resolve the effects of stress on the mind and body. With couples we focus on resolving underlying issues that impede communication as well as crises such as dealing with sexual or emotional infidelity and most other relationship problems. I work extensively with families dealing with addiction, parenting concerns, and with intergenerational family conflicts.
For 30 years I have provided counseling services to couples, families, and individuals. I assist individual adults who are dealing with depression, relationship issues, childhood or adult trauma, or aging concerns. I work with clients to understand and resolve the effects of stress on the mind and body. With couples we focus on resolving underlying issues that impede communication as well as crises such as dealing with sexual or emotional infidelity and most other relationship problems. I work extensively with families dealing with addiction, parenting concerns, and with intergenerational family conflicts.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, stress, and the challenges of navigating the world with a neurodivergent brain. A core theme I encounter in my clients is the experience of overwhelming thoughts and feelings that make it difficult to cope with and enjoy life. Sometimes this overwhelmed feeling comes from the double-edged sword of a nervous system wired more sensitively (allowing you to be more sensitive to beauty, details, positive emotion, but also more vulnerable to shifts in anxiety and mood), and sometimes the overwhelm comes from traumatic experiences or too much everyday stress.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, stress, and the challenges of navigating the world with a neurodivergent brain. A core theme I encounter in my clients is the experience of overwhelming thoughts and feelings that make it difficult to cope with and enjoy life. Sometimes this overwhelmed feeling comes from the double-edged sword of a nervous system wired more sensitively (allowing you to be more sensitive to beauty, details, positive emotion, but also more vulnerable to shifts in anxiety and mood), and sometimes the overwhelm comes from traumatic experiences or too much everyday stress.
I graduated from Appalachian State University in 2019 and have since been working as a therapist with adults and teens to help them heal from a variety of mental health concerns.
You may have some insight into what you’ve been through, though you feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. On the outside, you look like you’re holding it together, but inside, overthinking, self-doubt, or shutting down can be exhausting. In our work together, we won’t just focus on managing symptoms. We’ll slow things down to understand the patterns underneath; where they come from, how they’ve made sense, and why they’re still showing up now. I’ll support you in building more steadiness day to day, while also gently challenging what may be keeping you stuck.
I graduated from Appalachian State University in 2019 and have since been working as a therapist with adults and teens to help them heal from a variety of mental health concerns.
You may have some insight into what you’ve been through, though you feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. On the outside, you look like you’re holding it together, but inside, overthinking, self-doubt, or shutting down can be exhausting. In our work together, we won’t just focus on managing symptoms. We’ll slow things down to understand the patterns underneath; where they come from, how they’ve made sense, and why they’re still showing up now. I’ll support you in building more steadiness day to day, while also gently challenging what may be keeping you stuck.
Hello, my name is Sierra! I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and a Licensed Music Therapist in Boone, NC. I’m glad you’ve decided to venture here today. Chances are, you are here because you are seeking to gain some insight and support. This first step already shows your willingness to grow, resourcefulness as a person, and potential for building resilience. It’s important that you choose a clinician who is a good fit for your goals, personal values, and individual comfort level so that you can receive the most out of this experience.
Hello, my name is Sierra! I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and a Licensed Music Therapist in Boone, NC. I’m glad you’ve decided to venture here today. Chances are, you are here because you are seeking to gain some insight and support. This first step already shows your willingness to grow, resourcefulness as a person, and potential for building resilience. It’s important that you choose a clinician who is a good fit for your goals, personal values, and individual comfort level so that you can receive the most out of this experience.
Danielle N Wunker
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS, ICAADC, CCS
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Danielle Wunker, and I specialize in helping individuals who are ready to transform their lives. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor & Supervisor with 20 years of experience, I have supported numerous clients on their journeys to healing, empowerment, and fulfillment. Remember, you possess inherent value, worth, and dignity—embracing these truths can profoundly change your life. Let’s work together to envision a new you, break free from negative patterns, redefine your challenges, and reshape your beliefs about yourself and others. Healing is possible!
My name is Danielle Wunker, and I specialize in helping individuals who are ready to transform their lives. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor & Supervisor with 20 years of experience, I have supported numerous clients on their journeys to healing, empowerment, and fulfillment. Remember, you possess inherent value, worth, and dignity—embracing these truths can profoundly change your life. Let’s work together to envision a new you, break free from negative patterns, redefine your challenges, and reshape your beliefs about yourself and others. Healing is possible!
Are you seeking a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported? Life can be full of challenges, transitions, and moments of uncertainty, but you don't have to navigate them alone. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, focusing on helping you uncover insights, build resilience, and create meaningful change. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or simply feeling stuck, we'll work together to identify your goals and explore paths toward healing and growth. With a focus on mindfulness, self-discovery, and transformation, I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where you can grow.
Are you seeking a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported? Life can be full of challenges, transitions, and moments of uncertainty, but you don't have to navigate them alone. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, focusing on helping you uncover insights, build resilience, and create meaningful change. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or simply feeling stuck, we'll work together to identify your goals and explore paths toward healing and growth. With a focus on mindfulness, self-discovery, and transformation, I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where you can grow.
Before opening my private practice, I worked in university, school, and medical settings supporting adolescents and young adults.
Are you a college student or new parent feeling overwhelmed during a time that’s supposed to feel exciting? Major life transitions—like starting college, graduating, or becoming a parent—can bring anxiety, self-doubt, and relationship stress. Many people I work with feel like they’re “supposed to have it together,” yet privately struggle with overthinking, replaying conversations, or wondering why a stage that should feel joyful feels harder than expected. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—many thoughtful, capable people find these transitions harder than they expected.
Before opening my private practice, I worked in university, school, and medical settings supporting adolescents and young adults.
Are you a college student or new parent feeling overwhelmed during a time that’s supposed to feel exciting? Major life transitions—like starting college, graduating, or becoming a parent—can bring anxiety, self-doubt, and relationship stress. Many people I work with feel like they’re “supposed to have it together,” yet privately struggle with overthinking, replaying conversations, or wondering why a stage that should feel joyful feels harder than expected. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—many thoughtful, capable people find these transitions harder than they expected.
Welcome. I am an LGBTQAI+ centered clinical mental health counselor and addictions specialist providing trauma informed care. I use an eclectic approach suited for a range of ages centering on rebuilding trust in yourself, reducing shame, shifting moods and attitudes. Working collaboratively in sessions we formulate treatment first with DBT skills and EMDR processing. Using expressive arts and ecotherapy practices between sessions. These evidence based treatments facilitate self expression, emotional regulation and are centered around your needs and interests in our rural area to cultivate a body-mind-hands-heart connection.
Welcome. I am an LGBTQAI+ centered clinical mental health counselor and addictions specialist providing trauma informed care. I use an eclectic approach suited for a range of ages centering on rebuilding trust in yourself, reducing shame, shifting moods and attitudes. Working collaboratively in sessions we formulate treatment first with DBT skills and EMDR processing. Using expressive arts and ecotherapy practices between sessions. These evidence based treatments facilitate self expression, emotional regulation and are centered around your needs and interests in our rural area to cultivate a body-mind-hands-heart connection.
Caring Mind Counseling
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Caring Mind Counseling provides therapy for children, adolescents, and adults using diverse approaches, including person-centered, mindfulness-based, DBT, and EMDR.
Caring Mind Counseling views therapy as a collaborative process. Our team of 3 is here to support you on your journey through healing, coping, trauma, chronic illness, self-awareness, and any other areas of growth, whether you are a child or an adult navigating life changes, trauma, chronic illness, career goals, or personal development. With diverse expertise, we strive to match you with a therapist who best fits your needs. Our role is not to “fix” you or dictate your path but to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and challenged. We offer individual sessions and groups.
Caring Mind Counseling provides therapy for children, adolescents, and adults using diverse approaches, including person-centered, mindfulness-based, DBT, and EMDR.
Caring Mind Counseling views therapy as a collaborative process. Our team of 3 is here to support you on your journey through healing, coping, trauma, chronic illness, self-awareness, and any other areas of growth, whether you are a child or an adult navigating life changes, trauma, chronic illness, career goals, or personal development. With diverse expertise, we strive to match you with a therapist who best fits your needs. Our role is not to “fix” you or dictate your path but to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and challenged. We offer individual sessions and groups.
I specialize in work with individuals, couples, families and teens, and have a focus in systems theory and narrative therapy.
I am passionate about helping people work through and solve the problems that are important to them and I consider it an honor to be invited into the lives of my clients through the element of therapy.
I specialize in work with individuals, couples, families and teens, and have a focus in systems theory and narrative therapy.
I am passionate about helping people work through and solve the problems that are important to them and I consider it an honor to be invited into the lives of my clients through the element of therapy.
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**** I am a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years in the field with experience treating a wide range of psychological issues. I have experience working with people of all ages including college students . I enjoy helping those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma. Additionally, I have enjoyed working with people experiencing the more severe symptoms of mental health so that they may live a more stable and fulfilling life. I am located in Boone NC but can offer Telehealth services to those in need anywhere in North Carolina
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**** I am a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years in the field with experience treating a wide range of psychological issues. I have experience working with people of all ages including college students . I enjoy helping those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma. Additionally, I have enjoyed working with people experiencing the more severe symptoms of mental health so that they may live a more stable and fulfilling life. I am located in Boone NC but can offer Telehealth services to those in need anywhere in North Carolina
Areas of specialization include: anxiety and mood disorders, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, grief and loss, child/ adolescent behavior problems, adjustment and phase of life issues, and interpersonal relationship problems.
Our thoughts have power and influence our emotions and behavior. Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other techniques, I can help you explore the interconnection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and discover how to make the shifts needed to improve your situation and relationships.
Areas of specialization include: anxiety and mood disorders, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, grief and loss, child/ adolescent behavior problems, adjustment and phase of life issues, and interpersonal relationship problems.
Our thoughts have power and influence our emotions and behavior. Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other techniques, I can help you explore the interconnection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and discover how to make the shifts needed to improve your situation and relationships.
My professional experience has been working with adolescents, college students, adults, working on various issues, and wanting someone to help them in the journey.
My specialty areas include substance use and/or dependency, transitions in life, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship, etc. My approach is building the therapeutic relationship through empathy, and utilizing various treatment modalities to aid in the progress of counseling. I believe we have a soul that needs restoring, and we can't do that on our own.
My professional experience has been working with adolescents, college students, adults, working on various issues, and wanting someone to help them in the journey.
My specialty areas include substance use and/or dependency, transitions in life, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship, etc. My approach is building the therapeutic relationship through empathy, and utilizing various treatment modalities to aid in the progress of counseling. I believe we have a soul that needs restoring, and we can't do that on our own.
I have over five years of experience helping youth, teens, and adults navigate mental health difficulties.
Sometimes getting through the day is an uphill battle. The things you love no longer feel enjoyable, day to day tasks feel impossible, and existing itself is becoming exhausting. Or maybe you're starting to feel like your emotions are taking over and making your life complicated and overwhelming. You've tried to make changes but no matter what and how hard you try it just doesn't seem to be getting better. It feels like it's no longer possible to deal with it all. If this sounds familiar, I can offer knowledge and skills to help manage difficult emotions and stress so you can pursue a life you feel is worth living.
I have over five years of experience helping youth, teens, and adults navigate mental health difficulties.
Sometimes getting through the day is an uphill battle. The things you love no longer feel enjoyable, day to day tasks feel impossible, and existing itself is becoming exhausting. Or maybe you're starting to feel like your emotions are taking over and making your life complicated and overwhelming. You've tried to make changes but no matter what and how hard you try it just doesn't seem to be getting better. It feels like it's no longer possible to deal with it all. If this sounds familiar, I can offer knowledge and skills to help manage difficult emotions and stress so you can pursue a life you feel is worth living.
I work with children, teens, and adults, using play-based strategies with younger clients.
At some point, many of us find ourselves carrying more than we were ever meant to carry. I support individuals who feel overwhelmed, burned out, or misunderstood - often navigating the lasting impact of trauma, anxiety, or depression. My clients are seeking more than just coping skills; they want to feel grounded, safe in their own skin, and respected for who they truly are. I provide a space that is neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and centered on honoring each client’s unique wiring and lived experiences.
I work with children, teens, and adults, using play-based strategies with younger clients.
At some point, many of us find ourselves carrying more than we were ever meant to carry. I support individuals who feel overwhelmed, burned out, or misunderstood - often navigating the lasting impact of trauma, anxiety, or depression. My clients are seeking more than just coping skills; they want to feel grounded, safe in their own skin, and respected for who they truly are. I provide a space that is neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and centered on honoring each client’s unique wiring and lived experiences.
Do you have something on your mind? There are times when we all have thoughts running through our minds. Thoughts related to family, friends, relationships, school, love, spirituality, money, work, or happiness. Sometimes they are memories from your past that you're unable to let go. Maybe you can't sleep, maybe you can't eat. Maybe you have lost your purpose, who you are, what you're doing or why. It could be big, or just a small thing you want to let go. These situations can slow you down and pull your life to a stop.
Do you have something on your mind? There are times when we all have thoughts running through our minds. Thoughts related to family, friends, relationships, school, love, spirituality, money, work, or happiness. Sometimes they are memories from your past that you're unable to let go. Maybe you can't sleep, maybe you can't eat. Maybe you have lost your purpose, who you are, what you're doing or why. It could be big, or just a small thing you want to let go. These situations can slow you down and pull your life to a stop.
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I work with adults, adolescents and children.
I am dedicated to working with children and their families as well as adults. Families may be experiencing instability due to divorce, death of a family member, foster care or adoption. Similarly, adults experience difficult transitions and changes in their lives that include loss, death of a spouse, health concerns and mental health issues.
I work with adults, adolescents and children.
I am dedicated to working with children and their families as well as adults. Families may be experiencing instability due to divorce, death of a family member, foster care or adoption. Similarly, adults experience difficult transitions and changes in their lives that include loss, death of a spouse, health concerns and mental health issues.
I work with adolescents, young adults, LGBTQIA+ clients, pregnant and postpartum people, and culturally diverse communities to gently navigate these shadows through healing, helping relationship.
Through narrative, somatic, DBT, IFS, and expressive arts therapies, I help you explore the darker places inside you, while nurturing growth and resilience. My approach is warm, collaborative, and affirming — guiding you toward understanding, empowerment, and a brighter sense of possibility.
I work with adolescents, young adults, LGBTQIA+ clients, pregnant and postpartum people, and culturally diverse communities to gently navigate these shadows through healing, helping relationship.
Through narrative, somatic, DBT, IFS, and expressive arts therapies, I help you explore the darker places inside you, while nurturing growth and resilience. My approach is warm, collaborative, and affirming — guiding you toward understanding, empowerment, and a brighter sense of possibility.
I approach my work with deep compassion for those who have been affected and shaped by the struggles of an addicted loved one. Like many in the mental health profession, my passion springs from my own painful experiences in a family with generational addictions. I am committed to bringing my authentic self to each therapy session. It is an honor to be fully present and to hold your trust as you discover the strengths and courage to address the obstacles that are preventing you from living a meaningful, values-based life.
I approach my work with deep compassion for those who have been affected and shaped by the struggles of an addicted loved one. Like many in the mental health profession, my passion springs from my own painful experiences in a family with generational addictions. I am committed to bringing my authentic self to each therapy session. It is an honor to be fully present and to hold your trust as you discover the strengths and courage to address the obstacles that are preventing you from living a meaningful, values-based life.
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What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.