Art Therapy in Harrisburg, NC

Hey there! Welcome to my page :) A little background, I graduated from UNCC with my bachelor’s in psychology in 2018, and more recently in 2022, from the University of Kentucky with my Masters in Social Work. I love all things art and music related and love to bring those to the therapeutic space. We will lean into your strengths and build a positive therapeutic relationship at a pace that you deem appropriate. I look forward to getting to know you and working through the hurdles of life, together.

I see counseling as a walk between two people, a time to discuss the ups and downs of life. I am person centered; solution focused and draw from a wide range of CBT mindfulness and Accelerated Resolution Therapy techniques that will help my clients find their own unique path in life. I am open to all ages and stages of life and have a special place in my heart for all military and first responders. As a solution focused therapist, I use counseling techniques that fit your specific needs and goals, I don't believe in a one size fits all therapy. I look forward to meeting you and working towards meeting your needs.

I believe that each individual has both a unique set of gifts and a world view shaped by past experiences and present circumstances. I also believe that in order to know where we are going, we need to realize how we arrived where we are in our present circumstances. Through sessions together, I will collaborate with you to assist you in recognizing your individual strengths and strive to empower you with the self-awareness and self-confidence to pursue your dreams. I take a person-centered, creative, non-judgmental approach to counseling, helping you to see how your uniquely shaded lenses of experience color your perceptions.

Art therapy is instrumental in helping those who have a hard time expressing verbally what is going on. It can hep those who find their feelings or thoughts confusing or overwhelming. You do not have to be an "artist" to be in art therapy or be skilled in art making. Art making brings about in a safe way difficult stories, unspoken feelings, inner reflections, and identity exploration. It can help If you are suffering from PTSD symptoms such as nightmares and flashbacks. My goal is to help clients connect to themselves, find joy, and manage difficult emotions better. I can also provide therapy in spanish and I am immigrant myself.

I can truly say that I have never met a person that has not gone through difficulties in life, and I probably never will! People experience many life changing events daily and find it hard to cope when they feel they are going through it alone! Having a strong support system to help you navigate through tough times is always a good thing to have, and I would love to be apart of that system to give that support and extra push you need.

Creative expression can be extremely useful for many different struggles that you may have. Creativity can tap into the part of our brain that is used less often and create new pathways for positive mental health. Anxiety, grief, substance use, self-esteem struggles etc. can be managed through the use of Art therapy mixed with traditional talk therapy. No artistic ability is needed in order to participate in this practice, nor will you be judged for artistic ability. If you are someone who may also struggle with expressing verbally, Art therapy may be for you. I look forward to supporting you in the best way possible!

My name is Clay Parker. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate , National Certified Counselor with a long history of working in the mental health field in various capacities. I have experience with adults, children, couple and family therapy. In my work, the focus often times involves exploring healthier ways to address any concerns that are creating challenges. I like to be creative with the counseling techniques that I employ in order to help people address their problems in a non-threatening and fun way.

At Emerge Child and Family Counseling we provide mostly a client centered approach to counseling to ensure our clients get the therapeutic services they need. We can utlize EMDR, CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, as well as other approaches. We are a full practice serving all ranges of clients with a focus on adults, children, teens, and support their families. We have multiple clinicians to fit with our clients to provide counseling where each person can build trust and foster a nurturing relationship. We are a smaller more focused practice where you feel more like family and welcomed, making treatment the most effective.

Children: 6 to 17. I serve those with ADHD, adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, body dysmorphia, identity disorders, schizophrenia, addictions, truancy issues, low-self-esteem issues, oppositional defiant disorders, & OCD, and mood disorders. Adults (18+): I work with those who have anxiety, depression, low-self-esteem, addictions, ADHD, personality disorders, identity issues, adjusting to new conditions, PTSD, body dysmorphia, separation (a break-up, divorce, separation issues, new parents, teachers, retired individuals, those with immunodeficiency disorders, anger issues, domestic violence issues, & empty nesters.

How are you? These are unprecedented times we are living in and having the proper support is beneficial for our mental and emotional well being. My Name is Candace Fritts and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have an extensive background working in the mental health field for over ten years, along with a passion for helping anyone that may be going through a difficult time in their life. My motto is "We are all different therefore we all have our different ways of approaching, understanding and healing." Here at Eclectic Essentials diversity and individualism is celebrated as well as welcomed.

Life can be hard and just "raggedy" at times. I know and I get it. For some, reaching out for help is the last thing you may want to do but I would love to walk with you on your journey to healing. Would you believe me if I told you that the answers you are seeking are already within you? I will merely be your guide and safe place to allow you to discover these answers. There is so much more in store for you versus the current narrative you have been rehearsing to yourself.