Psychoanalytic Therapists in Wilkes County, NC
My clients are thoughtful, resilient and often creative individuals navigating the challenges of substance use, grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression. Many come feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, yet carry a deep desire for healing and change. Together, we create a space of safety, curiosity, and compassion—where emotions can be understood, patterns can shift, and new possibilities for peace, self-trust, and meaning can begin to emerge.
My clients are thoughtful, resilient and often creative individuals navigating the challenges of substance use, grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression. Many come feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, yet carry a deep desire for healing and change. Together, we create a space of safety, curiosity, and compassion—where emotions can be understood, patterns can shift, and new possibilities for peace, self-trust, and meaning can begin to emerge.
Life asks a lot from us. How can we thrive in our lives, work and relationships in fulfilling, whole-hearted ways? We all occasionally feel blocked or frustrated and benefit from support that can connect us with our potential. You are deserving of purpose, meaning and joy in your life and we will work together to discover what your unique needs are so that you can live in closer alignment with your goals and values. I specialize in serving adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, challenging life transitions, domestic and/or sexual violence as well as substance use and addiction.
Life asks a lot from us. How can we thrive in our lives, work and relationships in fulfilling, whole-hearted ways? We all occasionally feel blocked or frustrated and benefit from support that can connect us with our potential. You are deserving of purpose, meaning and joy in your life and we will work together to discover what your unique needs are so that you can live in closer alignment with your goals and values. I specialize in serving adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, challenging life transitions, domestic and/or sexual violence as well as substance use and addiction.
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.
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.
Online Therapists
Congratulations on taking the first step in your healing journey! It is not always easy, or comfortable, to reach out for help, which is why I aim to cultivate a space that is, welcoming, safe and transformative for clients . A space where clients can feel comfortable to be their authentic self. My intention is that my clients leave our session feeling lighter than when they arrived. My purpose is to empower my clients to tap into their innate power to overcome their challenges and to successfully navigate through life challenges.
Congratulations on taking the first step in your healing journey! It is not always easy, or comfortable, to reach out for help, which is why I aim to cultivate a space that is, welcoming, safe and transformative for clients . A space where clients can feel comfortable to be their authentic self. My intention is that my clients leave our session feeling lighter than when they arrived. My purpose is to empower my clients to tap into their innate power to overcome their challenges and to successfully navigate through life challenges.
We work with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with life stressors, relationships, mood disorders, or substance use. Many of our clients are looking for support but do not want to wait weeks to be seen. We offer virtual therapy across multiple states and can typically schedule appointments within 24–48 hours. Our team uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy, to help clients gain clarity, stability, and practical tools to move forward.
We work with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with life stressors, relationships, mood disorders, or substance use. Many of our clients are looking for support but do not want to wait weeks to be seen. We offer virtual therapy across multiple states and can typically schedule appointments within 24–48 hours. Our team uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy, to help clients gain clarity, stability, and practical tools to move forward.
Delia Vicidomini
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
Life can come at you in different directions, in a variety of ways, in which in turn can have one feel overwhelmed, isolated, and anxious. I am here to help you and your loved ones to navigate these life obstacles and challenges to promote a better quality of life. When working with me, I will provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you in order to reflect, process, and heal through the challenges together. I am here to provide insight, challenge, and guide you through your goals to the life you deserve.
Life can come at you in different directions, in a variety of ways, in which in turn can have one feel overwhelmed, isolated, and anxious. I am here to help you and your loved ones to navigate these life obstacles and challenges to promote a better quality of life. When working with me, I will provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you in order to reflect, process, and heal through the challenges together. I am here to provide insight, challenge, and guide you through your goals to the life you deserve.
Crystal D. Smith
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, MACC, LCMHC-S
1 Endorsed
Hiddenite, NC 28636
I provide Therapy for depression, marriage counseling, couples counseling, women's issues, trauma, abuse, PTSD, LGBTQ and Trans specific issues, etc. I work with a variety of people who are at different places in their lives. As a Therapist I offer a personalized approach that is tailored to each client's needs, focusing on the personal growth that each person desires. My therapeutic style is active and engaging, with the intention of fostering insight, awareness and facilitating desired change. My counseling agency also offers a variety of support groups and counselor supervision. Please take that first step, call to inquire.
I provide Therapy for depression, marriage counseling, couples counseling, women's issues, trauma, abuse, PTSD, LGBTQ and Trans specific issues, etc. I work with a variety of people who are at different places in their lives. As a Therapist I offer a personalized approach that is tailored to each client's needs, focusing on the personal growth that each person desires. My therapeutic style is active and engaging, with the intention of fostering insight, awareness and facilitating desired change. My counseling agency also offers a variety of support groups and counselor supervision. Please take that first step, call to inquire.
Brandie Terifaj
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, CCATP
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28205
Waitlist for new clients
You will find that I enjoy connecting to people through their interests, passions and experiences. I like to bring a sense of humor into sessions when appropriate and treat everyone with dignity, respect and compassion. We will not just talk about your problems, but I will get to know you as a person so we can utilize those strengths to manage the less desirable parts of self, thus moving toward acceptance rather than judgement.
You will find that I enjoy connecting to people through their interests, passions and experiences. I like to bring a sense of humor into sessions when appropriate and treat everyone with dignity, respect and compassion. We will not just talk about your problems, but I will get to know you as a person so we can utilize those strengths to manage the less desirable parts of self, thus moving toward acceptance rather than judgement.
NOTE: I see clients in person and virtually here in NC, however virtual only for people in Georgia through September 2026.
If you feel you are struggling with drugs and/or alcohol and experiencing issues in your life, I'm here to help. Whether you have anxiety, depression or are going through a difficult life transition, you can get through this and you could use a safe space to process this and find direction.
NOTE: I see clients in person and virtually here in NC, however virtual only for people in Georgia through September 2026.
If you feel you are struggling with drugs and/or alcohol and experiencing issues in your life, I'm here to help. Whether you have anxiety, depression or are going through a difficult life transition, you can get through this and you could use a safe space to process this and find direction.
Welcome to my world of therapy! If you are looking for a therapist that accepts clients 12 years of age or older, look no further! Are you making a life transition (ex: starting a new job, becoming a new parent, or beginning college) and looking for assistance navigating this new terrain? Are you having difficulty making goals and finding coping skills for your ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, or Depression? Perhaps you are doing well right now, and would simply like to add to your support system. I am here for your needs.
Welcome to my world of therapy! If you are looking for a therapist that accepts clients 12 years of age or older, look no further! Are you making a life transition (ex: starting a new job, becoming a new parent, or beginning college) and looking for assistance navigating this new terrain? Are you having difficulty making goals and finding coping skills for your ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, or Depression? Perhaps you are doing well right now, and would simply like to add to your support system. I am here for your needs.
I have been in the mental health field for over 15 years providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I believe that all people have a desire to improve their life. Through my counseling services, clients are provided tools to empower and understand themselves, as well as, improve their relationship with others. When clients are provided empathetic listening, and effective interpersonal skills to deal with anger, stress and communicate more effectively, success is a given and a healthier person arises. Allow me to take this powerful journey with you!
I have been in the mental health field for over 15 years providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I believe that all people have a desire to improve their life. Through my counseling services, clients are provided tools to empower and understand themselves, as well as, improve their relationship with others. When clients are provided empathetic listening, and effective interpersonal skills to deal with anger, stress and communicate more effectively, success is a given and a healthier person arises. Allow me to take this powerful journey with you!
I believe every person has the right to feel seen, valued, and heard. I provide a safe space for my clients. A space where there is no judgement; where over time, when trust is built within the therapeutic relationship, the client will bring their most authentic self into session. I use an integrative approach, although my roots lay in modern psychoanalysis and in attachment framework. Having healthy relationships, specifically with ourselves is challenging! Relationships are vital to the emotional and mental health of all human beings especially the relationship with the self, as I believe it holds both the wound and the cure.
I believe every person has the right to feel seen, valued, and heard. I provide a safe space for my clients. A space where there is no judgement; where over time, when trust is built within the therapeutic relationship, the client will bring their most authentic self into session. I use an integrative approach, although my roots lay in modern psychoanalysis and in attachment framework. Having healthy relationships, specifically with ourselves is challenging! Relationships are vital to the emotional and mental health of all human beings especially the relationship with the self, as I believe it holds both the wound and the cure.
We each have the wisdom within ourselves to guide us on our life journey. However, we often forget to listen when life around us is loud, confusing or perplexing. Additionally, childhood trauma or old baggage interferes with our listening ability. These distractions prevent us from hearing our own inner wisdom. I am a sojourner with my clients as I help them learn to listen to their own internal wisdom. Together, we work to discover inner healing, peace and life balance in their lives.
We each have the wisdom within ourselves to guide us on our life journey. However, we often forget to listen when life around us is loud, confusing or perplexing. Additionally, childhood trauma or old baggage interferes with our listening ability. These distractions prevent us from hearing our own inner wisdom. I am a sojourner with my clients as I help them learn to listen to their own internal wisdom. Together, we work to discover inner healing, peace and life balance in their lives.
Bianca works with adults and teens with a variety of needs including trauma, anxiety, depression and more. She has worked extensively with women who are struggling with "managing it all" and balancing work, family and self. Bianca works often with couples, families in a state of transition, parents who need guidance and tools to manage shifts in parenting needs and those who are restructuring their family systems or looking for a new way to function.
Bianca works with adults and teens with a variety of needs including trauma, anxiety, depression and more. She has worked extensively with women who are struggling with "managing it all" and balancing work, family and self. Bianca works often with couples, families in a state of transition, parents who need guidance and tools to manage shifts in parenting needs and those who are restructuring their family systems or looking for a new way to function.
Do you spend your days taking care of others? Who is taking care of you? You may be a healthcare professional in a nursing home, hospital or even physical therapy office. Each patient comes with their own challenges that you tackle successfully, and while you don't hate your job, lately each day leaves you tired. There are probably elements of your personal life that are weighing on you, but there's no time to process anything.
Or maybe you find yourself being a caregiver for a loved one, which presents challenges tangled with emotions and relationship history and perhaps grieving the life you imagined.
Do you spend your days taking care of others? Who is taking care of you? You may be a healthcare professional in a nursing home, hospital or even physical therapy office. Each patient comes with their own challenges that you tackle successfully, and while you don't hate your job, lately each day leaves you tired. There are probably elements of your personal life that are weighing on you, but there's no time to process anything.
Or maybe you find yourself being a caregiver for a loved one, which presents challenges tangled with emotions and relationship history and perhaps grieving the life you imagined.
Star Daye
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, MA, LCMHCS, NCC
Greensboro, NC 27455
Waitlist for new clients
Are you or your child struggling with emotional outbursts, difficulty concentrating, or recovering from painful experiences? Perhaps you've noticed increased anxiety, behavioral challenges at home or school, or trouble processing grief. You want to find effective ways to manage these difficulties and build confidence and resilience. As a parent, you may feel overwhelmed trying to support your child through these challenges. If you're an adult, you might be seeking tools to process past trauma or manage current stressors. You're looking for someone who truly understands your unique situation and can offer genuine, supportive guidance
Are you or your child struggling with emotional outbursts, difficulty concentrating, or recovering from painful experiences? Perhaps you've noticed increased anxiety, behavioral challenges at home or school, or trouble processing grief. You want to find effective ways to manage these difficulties and build confidence and resilience. As a parent, you may feel overwhelmed trying to support your child through these challenges. If you're an adult, you might be seeking tools to process past trauma or manage current stressors. You're looking for someone who truly understands your unique situation and can offer genuine, supportive guidance
Hello and welcome!
My name is Libby, and I am a Board Certified Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Licensed Behavioral Specialist (LBS). I am licensed in both Pennsylvania and North Carolina. I earned my Master’s degree in Professional Counseling in 2014 from Carlow University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I have over 12 years of experience in the mental health and behavioral health field.
Hello and welcome!
My name is Libby, and I am a Board Certified Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Licensed Behavioral Specialist (LBS). I am licensed in both Pennsylvania and North Carolina. I earned my Master’s degree in Professional Counseling in 2014 from Carlow University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I have over 12 years of experience in the mental health and behavioral health field.
At Arise Wellness, we’re here to help you reach your highest potential. Our comprehensive and compassionate virtual therapy sessions address your needs in a careful, confidential manner. We take the guesswork out of the therapy process and remove the stigma often attached to mental health by offering a relaxed, solutions-focused approach. Arise and begin your journey to reach the best version of yourself!
At Arise Wellness, we’re here to help you reach your highest potential. Our comprehensive and compassionate virtual therapy sessions address your needs in a careful, confidential manner. We take the guesswork out of the therapy process and remove the stigma often attached to mental health by offering a relaxed, solutions-focused approach. Arise and begin your journey to reach the best version of yourself!
Would you like to develop more kindness toward yourself, a more calm, relaxed outlook on your life? Perhaps you would like better communication skills, new listening skills, mindfulness skills or to further develop parenting skills? I offer these as well as support to help relieve anxiety, depression, or grief. Relational support for individuals, families, and couples is part of my skill set. My approach is natural and integrative for your heart, mind, body, soul, and spirit. I welcome all faiths. I use cognitive therapies, dialog, listening, and various mindfulness techniques to help nurture and restore balance in your daily life.
Would you like to develop more kindness toward yourself, a more calm, relaxed outlook on your life? Perhaps you would like better communication skills, new listening skills, mindfulness skills or to further develop parenting skills? I offer these as well as support to help relieve anxiety, depression, or grief. Relational support for individuals, families, and couples is part of my skill set. My approach is natural and integrative for your heart, mind, body, soul, and spirit. I welcome all faiths. I use cognitive therapies, dialog, listening, and various mindfulness techniques to help nurture and restore balance in your daily life.
My mission is to help people live a life of healthy congruity, to experience a sense of forward movement and clear direction-physically, financially, professionally, emotionally, relationally. I help my clients bring forth the energy and focus to dramatically change their lives so they enjoy greater health, happiness and wholeness. I've worked with many busy people who were exhausted, miserable, tapped out, feeling out of balance, stressed and worried. As a Licensed Psychotherapist, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Certified LifeForce Yoga Practitioner and Holistic Coach I use an integrated holistic approach to personal growth and renewal.
My mission is to help people live a life of healthy congruity, to experience a sense of forward movement and clear direction-physically, financially, professionally, emotionally, relationally. I help my clients bring forth the energy and focus to dramatically change their lives so they enjoy greater health, happiness and wholeness. I've worked with many busy people who were exhausted, miserable, tapped out, feeling out of balance, stressed and worried. As a Licensed Psychotherapist, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Certified LifeForce Yoga Practitioner and Holistic Coach I use an integrated holistic approach to personal growth and renewal.
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Psychoanalytic Therapists
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.