Trauma and PTSD Therapists in North Carolina

Fortitude Counseling now offers Triple P Parenting Program Classes. Completion of this program will earn you a certificate of completion. At Fortitude Counseling, we primarily serve children and adolescents ages 3 to 18, and their families. We specialize in Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other modalities which focus on the treatment of traumatized youth and other social-emotional challenges they face. Depending on the specific treatment needs, we also serve adults. However, we do not provide services for adults with treatment needs that may pose a threat to the vulnerable populations we serve.

I specialize in working with high achievers, people pleasers and perfectionists. In friendships, relationships, and/or at work you’re feeling like you’re never quite “good enough.” You want to feel better but you continue to be held back by your past. What if you could finally relax, have more ease and confidence? What if you could feel more joy in your life? Maybe you’ve recently experienced a major life change. These can be especially tough while also navigating relationships, friendships, your family-of-origin, and (most importantly) the relationship with yourself.

I work with clients ages 15 on up struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and life changes who desire to improve mood and learn healthy coping skills. I have experience working with people on the autism spectrum as well as people diagnosed with ADHD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. LGBTQIA+ friendly. "You don't have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you." -Dan Millman

I currently have a waitlist. I am a clinical social worker and registered yoga teacher who empowers people using the guiding principles of empathy, curiosity, cultural humility, and collaboration. I take an integrative, somatic, and highly relational approach and work to understand how the intersection of your unique experiences impact today. I remain committed to working with people as they face a range of experiences, including multicultural concerns, oppression, identity exploration, trauma, anxiety, depression, queer/LGB+ concerns, trans and gender identity related concerns, relationship concerns, chronic illness, and grief.

Hello! I have been trained in Play Therapy, EMDR, PTSD, and Trauma Therapy and specialize in anxiety and depression. I have been in the mental health field since 2007 and have an office located near Hanes Mall in Winston Salem. Most clients find my approach gentle, compassionate and involved. I try to leave you with something in each session, instead of "just listening." You can expect to be accepted where you are, to feel safe, and to be an active participant in your unique journey as we move at your own pace.

I work with women who don't want to feel stuck anymore. Women who want to find their life's purpose, live within their values, successfully navigate big life events, and/ or manage unexpected losses or traumas. Women who want help tuning into their inner wisdom, and charting a path forward. I help women process and move past traumas, anxieties, fears, and negative beliefs that are holding them back. The majority of my work has been with mothers, career women, and survivors of sexual violence. I also provide clinical supervision to counselors.

Have you ever thought, “I have all this trauma - I should have been in therapy a long time ago to fix it. Now on top of that, I'm dealing with this new stress. I can't keep living like this!” Are you tired of being weighed down by your past traumas that affect the way you think and feel - are you ready for the freedom to rebuild your life in the most authentic way? Find immediate insight to help you evolve into a better version of yourself and learn how to rediscover the moments that bring you joy and peace. Partner with a therapist who has worked in an acute hospital setting, community care, with active duty military and veterans.

Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed and disconnected from both, yourself and others? Do you often feel alone, worried, and ache to feel a deeper sense of belonging? I empower individuals like you to reclaim your inner voice and assert your boundaries and authenticity. Through somatic psychotherapy, a holistic approach that creates a stronger mind-body connection, I can help you embrace your entire being - mind, body, and soul - and confidently express yourself in the world. By healing your body and mind, you can live a more balanced and fulfilling life.

New Clients, WELCOME! I am here to walk this emotional healing path with you. I work with those processing recent and generational trauma, betrayal trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, chronic health concerns, identity journeys, those seeking new ways of addressing cyclical relationship problems, behavioral addictions, and other manifestations of human struggles. My compassionate counseling approach walks the path as a student of anti-racist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, culturally inclusive, body, age, and diverse ability honoring approaches.

My clients are adults, adolescents, and children who need help coping with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, abuse, educational/employment situations, family dynamics, or other problems impacting their mental health. Though I practice Cognative Behavioral Therapy, I employ a variety of methods including "talk therapy", EMDR, sand therapy, and play therapy, depending upon individual need. I strive to provide unconditional acceptance and support to my clients as they work to achieve their counseling goals. I accept Medicaid and most private insurance.

Are you ready to care for and be kind to yourself? Do you struggle with behaviors, thoughts, or relationships? Do you feel misunderstood, confused, or angry? Do you feel anxious, stressed, or nervous? Are you sad, impulsive, or withdrawn? Maybe you don't know what you feel. Are you aware of a difference between the inside and the outside? Have you tried everything to change or get "it" to stop with no avail? I specialize in and engage your life stories while working for transformation in your body, mind and soul.

Being a therapist is my greatest passion and a proud part of my identity. I am here to help clients who struggle with anything any stressor in life: from depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, domestic violence, relationship issues, the list goes on. There is no limit to how difficult the world can be or how heavy hurt can feel, but together we can learn what is needed, set goals, and start the healing together.

Has a past experience left you feeling stuck and unable to reach your full potential? Events such as a tragic accident, military combat, loss of a loved one, bullying, domestic violence, divorce, childhood abuse and living with a parent diagnosed with a mental illness are all traumatic experiences that can cause stress and imbalance in your life. I specialize in helping children feel better about themselves; parents feel empowered with the skills to raise their children; and individuals feel connected and able to find new meaning in life free of anger, anxiety, and sadness.

Are you ready to shift your life, but feel pulled back into the same dysfunctional cycles every time you try to make a change? I enjoy supporting individuals who want to pursue freedom from limbo, the "catch-22," and live a confident, self-directed, and value-aligned life. I work specifically with PTSD, anxiety, relationship and boundary issues, and adults with ADHD. I provide support that allows you to build your awareness and process concrete coping skills in order to gain resilience, strength, and power that extends past the counseling session.

Choosing to reach out for help takes a significant amount of strength and courage. These qualities are invaluable in your healing. I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges that might present in different ways like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more. I take a collaborative approach, meeting you where you are at, while also exploring underlying factors that could be associated with present day struggles. Together, we will focus on the past and present to help build a well balanced future.

Please allow me to commend you for seeking out therapy: I am very glad that you are recognizing a personal need to find support in a mental health professional. Whether or not you decide that I am a good therapeutic fit for you and your needs, I believe wholeheartedly that every person can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. It can be supremely beneficial to have a caring but impartial perspective in your life to help you heal, grow, and fulfill your own personal needs/goals.

I welcome you. I have been a Psychotherapist in private practice for over tow decvades. I am confident I can help you overcome adversity, expand your self-awareness and self-acceptance, and truly achieve lasting changes in your life. I am passionate about supporting individuals with trauma, chronic pain, and/or illness, as we explore the multifaceted issues surrounding your circumstances. My emphasis is on the mind-body connection. These issues can cause physical and emotional challenges and together we will develop a plan to address the challenges in your life. Currently, EMDR and biofeedback is offered through telehealth.

You may be struggling with an important relationship; being overwhelmed by the impact of past trauma; exploring your sexuality or gender identity; navigating the world safely because of systemic oppression and injustice; facing financial hardship; feeling lost; learning to manage a health condition; feeling unable to connect with family; experiencing unexplained anger; or a thousand other things that there isn't room to list. It is my job and my hope to empower you by providing an empathic, safe, and supportive environment in which to explore struggles, pain, and roadblocks such that opportunities for help and growth can emerge.

I have 18 years of experience working with children, families and adults. I help my clients to acheive their therapeutic goals by learning new skills and coping strategies. By providing a safe and supportive environment clients can explore their issues and find resolutions that will improve their relationships, communication skills, mood and overall functioning. I enjoy diversity and have worked with people from all different cultural backgrounds. I look forward to meeting with you and developing a treatment plan that addresses your needs.