Therapists in Downtown, Charlotte, NC

I believe therapy is a place to understand and be understood, to feel empowered, emotionally, spiritually and relationally. I have been in the field since 2007 working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with issues ranging from depression and anxiety to addiction and homelessness. I work with all ages, especially focusing on family groups seen individually and together. Every client creates a goal centered plan that includes a variety of interventions from sand and art therapy to trauma focused CBT. Therapy is a safe place to share your journey, learn from the past and move towards the future.

Asking for help can often be difficult but sometimes necessary in order to make the changes that will improve the quality of our lives. I'm originally from Southern California and have lived in Charlotte for several years. I'm a licensed therapist with a degree in psychology and a master's in clinical social work. I'm skilled at treating many mental health challenges and specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues & more. I have a gentle "no-nonsense" approach that clients say is very productive throughout the course of therapy.

Deciding to start counseling is an important step towards living the life you want. I am dedicated to helping people live healthier and happier lives. In sessions I help people make meaning of and transform overwhelming parts of their lives. This includes healing self-destructive behaviors, trauma, relationship struggles, and difficult life transitions. If we embark on this journey I will assist you in gaining an understanding of how difficult thoughts, feelings, relationships, and behaviors may protect you from things you fear, but hinder your happiness.Through this process you can make connections that foster acceptance, strength, flexibility, and healing.

I'm pleased to offer Doctoral-Level Therapy in Charlotte with a specialized focus on helping Men. Anxiety, Relationship/Sexual Issues, Depression, College/Young Adults, Motivation/Focus, Social Anxiety, Assertiveness, Anger, Infidelity, Porn/Sexual/Gaming Addictions, and Career are concerns I often address. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method (for relationships), and other relevant skills to help you enact change. This is a space to talk freely without judgment, with a therapist who's helped clients navigate life's challenges, sometimes uniquely as men, for 17 years. I see individuals age 18 and over.

CREATING THE CONDITIONS FOR CHANGE in your lifecourse through pyschotherapy and life coaching... Our support is strengths based and empathetic to the challenges that make it difficult for you to create the life that you want. Struggling in your relationships? Trying to deal with difficult events in your life? We don't preach, stand on soap boxes or point fingers...our job is to momentarily hold what you "can't" so you can "work it out"! We simply help you connect the loose connections. That is how emotional growth happens and how we help CREATE THE CONDITIONS FOR CHANGE.

For the past twenty one years, I have worked as a LCSW with children, adolescents adults and couples using a variety of treatment modalities. This experience comes from woring in hospitals, mental health agencies and partial hospitalizations programs. I specialize in Mood Disorders, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorders, Trauma/abuse, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Bereavement/Grief and Mental Health Conditions(HIV/AIDS, Diabetes, and etc.) More recently, I was certified as a Parent Coordinator for the Mecklenburg Court system.

Life can often get in the way of us taking care of ourselves and providing the space for us to grow and thrive. Stress, trauma, and difficult experiences often interrupt our emotional well-being and create emotional distress. Everyone deserves the opportunity to find their true self to experience joy. Hence, it's my passion to come alongside kids, teens, and adults, and support them in the journey toward health and happiness.

You want to live a life that aligns with your values and desires, but more than ever, you feel lost and uncertain about who you truly are. Persisting self-doubt keeps you feeling anxious and isolated – and with that nagging sense of not fully belonging anywhere. You try your best to balance all the conflicting expectations others hold for you, but this only seems to leave you feeling exhausted, confused, and not enough. But you don’t have to stay here. With the right support, you can develop a more cohesive self-narrative, begin to experience true belonging, and get to know what makes you, you.

I work with adults who are in highly stressful professions but who are also often in need of being seen and understood as persons with identities outside of their professional roles. Many of my clients have hidden depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and relationship stressors. I have over thirty five years of experience in helping individuals reach healthy solutions to their complex problems. I provide a safe place to explore the many facets of my clients' complex identities.

My work benefits those who are interested in an approach that draws on an eclectic mix of modalities. Over my career, I’ve developed an expansive approach to counseling services, rooted in cultural sensitivity. I can help address the emotional parts of your life with a focus on returning to your own “knowing”. This work aligns the various arenas of their life (personal, professional, relationships, parenting, etc.) when you are ready for growth and alignment in your overall life. The work we will do together is focused on solutions, tools, and practical skills to apply.

I am passionate about helping people gain clarity and emotional health. The counseling relationship is a powerful, collaborative experience. We will work together to process your emotions and life struggles to reach the growth and change you want in your life.  

My approach to therapy is to treat the whole person through a collaborative process. I am a firm believer in that everyone goes through "ups" and "downs" throughout life. I also believe that no matter how one may view a problem, how that person feels and how that person thinks is what is most important. I believe that problems and issues can be resolved, especially when one is invested in his/her treatment. I enjoy working with my clients to find solutions and assist in learning how to find happiness, enjoyment, and a sense of control. I find creative ways to engage with my clients throughout the therapeutic process.

The dignity of your goals. The beauty of your process. The pride of your results. Clients describe me as calm, warm, and direct. With 30 years of full-time, post-doctoral experience, I quickly get to the heart of the matter. What do you need and want in your life? We will make a plan to help you move toward it. I work best with those who want to grow, are curious and can be patient. I help you find YOUR answers. Are you stuck? How do you block yourself from moving forward? I can help you see yourself in a new context, re-think, and learn tools. I also see kids/teens for grief or mood problems, using play and expressive therapies.

Looking for help is a very brave first step. You might have put it off for a while now, or maybe you are diving in head first after a recent significant life change. Either way, no matter how long it has taken you, or what you're going through, I am here to help!

After 25 years of working in the field primarily offering individual therapy, I am now most interested in group therapy. My co-therapist and I offer two groups currently. Both groups have openings and are ongoing psychotherapy groups. There is nothing quite like the magic of therapy group. Group can immediately effect feelings of isolation, loneliness and supports healthy connections. Group can normalize human needs for a sense of belonging and support during these most uncertain times. I am accepting new patients and I hope to keep my practice relational with a strong focus on couples, families and group therapy.

Welcome, I am glad you are here. Our relationships, or lack thereof, inform the kind of stories we tell ourselves about the world around us. Intimacy, identity, and feelings of safety are all tied to the relationships we form. Many times, clients come to me when they are experiencing some form of disconnection within their lives. The purpose of our work together is to repair these areas of disconnection so that you may experience a more connected, authentic, and pleasurable life.

Listen, I get it. Life isn't always easy, but that doesn't mean that you aren't able to create an experience that brings you joy. Anxiety doesn't have to hinder you. Traumatic experiences don't have to hinder you. Life changes, whether becoming a new parent or wanting to be the version of you that makes you happy, are a part of the process. You are more than capable of working through those things that might feel like they are meant to break you. Stand in your power, and if you'll have me, I'd love to help you along the way.

Life challenges can leave us feeling lost, overwhelmed, and vulnerable. The good news is, you don't have to navigate this journey alone. Welcome to a place where healing, growth, and self-discovery can flourish. Together, we can work to find ways to live a life that is more fulfilling and meaningful by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are tailored to your unique needs and experiences.

As a therapist since 2015, I believe whole heartedly that true and lasting change comes from looking at the whole system, not just one part. I work with clients to bring about transformation through emotional healing, behavioral change, brain health, spiritual encouragement, and social support. I have completed training in EMDR, a therapy designed to treat trauma and PTSD. I am also specialized in brain health and am a certified brain health coach through the Amen Clinic. My office is a safe space for people of all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, and sexual identities.