Therapists in North Carolina

Asking for help can be scary as you may not know exactly what you need or how to get the help you desire. My goal, first and foremost, is to help you feel safe and valued. I believe that each person is unique with their own needs, and I will work with you to develop an individualized and person-centered treatment plan. I aim to help you navigate your difficulties by being nonjudgmental, supportive, gentle, and respectfully direct. Developing a trusting bond and relationship is of utmost importance to me as a clinician and is vital for you to make the changes you need to live a happier and fulfilling life.

Welcome! I commend you on taking the first step on your healing journey and to become a better you! Mental health can be scary at times and makes you feel alone, uncertain or even lost at life. Are you feeling like you’re at a crossroads trying to navigate life, need help expressing yourself/thoughts, feeling depressed, high anxiety, have questions or feel unsupported? If you answered yes to any of those mentioned above, let's work together to put the pieces of your life puzzle back together to reach your highest potential!

I enjoy working with teens and adults on issues related to anger, ADHD, adjustments, depression, anxiety, PTSD and self-esteem. Teaching teens how to cope in this often times chaotic world is a passion of mine, but I also enjoy working with adults and teaching them how to decrease distorted thinking and create a life they love living. Self-awareness, self-regulation, self-soothing, and self-determination are fundamentally important for healing and I ask the questions that will help you understand your own barriers and teach you the skills that will empower you to change.

I have been counseling since 1992 in private practice. I specialize in counseling adults that suffer trauma, depression, anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship issue, stress management, and anger management.

There is a little voice in your head that keeps telling you that you cannot do it. You're not good enough. That voice continues to plague you with doubt, anxiety, confusion, and anger. You question: Who am I? What am I supposed to be doing? You are constantly trying to implement change but find yourself unmotivated, procrastinating, and feeling “lazy.” You try and it just feels too hard. The voice in the back of your head becomes louder and reminds you that changing is hard. You’re then left to spiral into a ball of anxiety or depression.

Welcome! I provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy services to people of all gender identities and sexual orientations ages 15 and up. Areas of expertise include eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, interpersonal conflict, personality disorders, and others. Some areas of specific clinical interest of mine include disordered eating, gender/sexuality concerns, relationship issues, and substance use. Additionally, I supervise and consult with other clinical social workers and clinicians working on eating disorder specialist credentialing.

A personal, face-to-face encounter with a therapist can help you figure out what is happening in your life and give you tools to get you headed back in the right direction. Whether you're struggling with a relationship, work-family life out of balance, or feeling depressed and anxious, therapy can be a brief solution to help you get back to being at your best. In your first visit with me, we'll get to know each other and start defining the problem. Later, I'll give you some specialized assessments, and then we will create goals together and begin the process of fixing the problem.

Engaging in counseling with a trusted Licensed Professionals can not only improve your emotional health, but your physical health as well! Finding resolution can result in an overall healthier you!

Do you find yourself feeling anxious, sad, confused, angry lately? When people ask, “How are you doing right now?” can you really say you are doing “well”? We are living through extremely difficult times in our country and the World. And yet, we have all been asked to somehow adapt to this new normal and carry on. Deciding to start therapy is often hard to do, but I am here to help! My role is to provide support, understanding, encouragement, and empathy. Together, we will work to identify strengths needed to achieve your goals by developing coping skills and self-awareness.

My therapeutic style is warm, genuine, accepting and collaborative.

Anxiety can make you feel stuck, but there is hope that you can feel better. We all experience stressors that show up in our life in different ways including: anxiety, depression, anger, fear, unhappiness, unfulfilling relationships, conflict, or emotional pain. My passion is working with individuals to better manage their anxiety, fears and anger. How different would life be if you were able to learn new ways to work with your anxiety instead of trying to "eliminate" anxious thoughts and feelings completely? You can learn and apply practical strategies that help you tolerate the ups and downs of life.

“Healing doesn’t mean the hurt never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives.” Hello and welcome! I’m Samantha. I enjoy working with people of all ages and I see children, teens and adults. I also have specific experience working in maternal mental health and specifically with clients who are experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Additionally, I have experience working with parents who are learning to juggle this role, but who also want to stay true to who they are as an individual.

I am a licensed psychologist specializing in clinical child and adolescent psychology. Whether you are a parent concerned about your child's socio emotional well-being, a teenager feeling disconnected and lost, or a young adult struggling with life's transitions and relationships, I can support you or your child to live a life with joy and purpose. By promoting mindful awareness I help my young clients make changes in their lives towards wellness. I am trained and experienced in a broad range of issues, including anxiety, depression, autism spectrum, ADHD, mood, adoption, adjustment, and other social and behavioral difficulties.

I strive to create a safe space that is client centered and holistic, meeting my clients where they are at. I have worked primarily with adolescents, adults and couples. I enjoy working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety and depression. People who are striving to overcome symptoms, look for self-improvement that fits their lifestyle and goals, and create meaningful positive relationships both in and outside of the session. Furthermore, couples who are struggling, have felt a growing distance, or just want to increase their communication and intimacy can work collaboratively with me to improve their relationship!

Everyone experience’s struggles in their lives that can feel too overwhelming at times. Even though you are doing the best you can to cope, you just might need a little help getting things on track. I am interested in providing you with the tools to understand your issues and to reach your life goals.

Taking the first step for therapy should not be minimized. We will work together from start to finish, to uncover the best version of yourself. The foundation of my work is client-centered and trauma-focused, which concentrates on establishing trust and respect in order for change to occur. I have experience working with individuals who have endured trauma and as a result struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, and other mental health concerns. I also have a passion for working with individuals from the LGBTQ community and struggle with the unfortunate anxieties of marginalization.

The ultimate act of self-love is prioritizing your mental health and emotional well-being. Though life is hard, and reaching out for help can be even harder, my goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where you are given the freedom to be as expressive, vulnerable, and honest as you feel comfortable. Together, we will create coping strategies, sharpen core skills, and construct healthy boundaries that can support you on your journey to wellness and self-awareness. I provide support and guidance as you navigate and explore new, healthier ways of being.

Emotional awareness and processing are skills that many of us didn't get in our childhoods. Maybe we had a caregiver who was emotionally absent, unaware or even preoccupied with other things. Often work, relationships or sometimes even addictions. This absence of this attunement often leaves lingering core wounds in the adult child. These wounds can manifest as fear of emotions and even a distrust of oneself in one's ability to navigate the more difficult emotions. Even the lack self love and care. We learn how to simply cope with life or "survive". There is so much more to life than simply coping and surviving.

NOW OFFERING ONLINE COUNSELING/TELETHERAPY!! ACCEPTING WEEKEND & EVENING APPOINTMENTS! Life is full of challenges, setbacks, disappointments, and sometimes heartbreak. It is easy to find yourself in a position where you know change is needed, but you're not quite sure where to start. While some people who seek counseling have chronic emotional difficulties, most are dealing with normal life events and are simply in need of an objective listener. I believe in meeting my clients where they are and helping them achieve the change they desire. We will work together to rise above obstacles and find the peace that you seek.