Therapists in Davidson, NC

You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step. -Martin Luther King Jr. Healing is not a linear journey. Our clinicians specialize in assisting clients who have experienced trauma find their path to hope and healing through a client-centered and trauma-informed approach.

Everyone has a story, and I want to listen to yours. Encouraging hope, helping a person see their worth, and teaching them how to advocate for themselves drives my practice as a therapist. I will meet you where you are and help you reach your goals on your journey to finding hope, healing, and meaning in your life. I provide advocacy, care, and support for those seeking self-improvement, enduring crises and life's challenges, and those suffering from family and relationship conflict, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, grief and loss, OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, panic, interpersonal violence, and work or school-related stressors.

I am continually amazed at the ability of the human spirit to heal. A traumatic event or the build-up of everyday living can feel overwhelming and you may become disconnected from the person you used to be. You sometimes find yourself coping with life in ways you never would have expected. Recognizing that your coping skills are no longer able to manage your stress is the first step. My clients work to rediscover, and often discover, the person they were meant to be. My joy comes from witnessing my clients move from being stuck to living fully.

My passion is to see people experience the healing, transformation and restoration that they desire and deserve. I understand that by the time most individuals seek counseling they are feeling desperate and stuck. My goal is to meet you with empathy, genuineness and understanding while assisting you in realizing your strengths and the resources needed to achieve your desired therapeutic goals. I offer validation and perspective while encouraging your self-awareness. No feeling is final and present pain can become a catalyst for transformation and growth.

Do you spend most of your days "faking it"-- You do your best to get the job done, but on the inside you are worn out, stressed out, and overwhelmed? Are you struggling with changes that are beyond your control, such as losing a loved one, separation or divorce, or a chronic illness? Is your past haunting you... contaminating your present, hurting your relationships, and keeping you from being fully alive? You are not alone. And it is no accident that you are reading this today.

NEW location and more in person availability! Since 2012, my passion has been therapy/counseling, second only to being a father to my amazing daughter. I have amassed extensive experiences and training along that way. As a result, I can match each client with tools and philosophy that get them closer to where they are trying to go. My approach to all things centers on finding solutions in life, and my sessions are no different. From day one, I seek solutions while being present with those who allow me to be a part of their journey.

At the Center for Personal Growth, our therapists and psychologists help our patients invest in themselves and make progress towards change. We are a team of diverse mental health professionals that provide a wide range of treatment from family therapy to serious mental health conditions.

Your pain can be purposeful. Through therapy, I want to journey with you to bring fuller awareness to your struggles, then highlight opportunities to overcome them using your strengths. I trust in the power of the therapeutic relationship because it has helped me and my clients pursue our most authentic selves. I commit to show you empathy, genuineness, and acceptance while being your accountability partner in counseling. Collaboratively, we can create a new story that aligns with your goals.

Helping people navigate life's challenges is my passion. I believe in relationships, and enjoy working with clients to help them develop healthier connections within themselves, with friends and family, and with society. I also take a particular interest in teaching clients coping skills to manage their distress, including mindfulness and yoga. I am experienced in guiding individuals, couples, and families through relationship challenges, grieving difficulties, life transitions/divorce, substance abuse, and trauma. I'm able to connect compassionately with resistant adolescents and teach their parents more effective ways to understand and support them through those often tumultuous years.

There is not a "one size fits all" therapy that works for everyone, so I tailor my therapeutic interventions to what I feel will work best for you. I know that it is difficult to come in for counseling, but I believe that if you have the courage to take that step you will find that I am a very approachable person with a passion for helping others improve their lives. I have both inpatient and outpatient experience working with individuals who are struggling with relationships issues, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, sexual addiction, codependency, boundaries, parenting and more.

Want to live a Joyful, Vibrant, & Conscious life? Understanding that you are important, relevant & that you matter, is step one. Your relationship with your SELF affects every aspect of your life & often small changes can lead to big shifts! If you want to feel differently, want satisfying relationships, & to cope with life's stressors in an empowered & positive way, then please do reach out to me. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space in which you can explore feelings, thoughts & beliefs, both conscious & unconscious, that may be keeping you stuck. You don't have to keep struggling alone. I'm just an email away!

Life can be hard. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed & like you never have enough time for everything. You are worried it may never get better & that you are not enough. You find yourself feeling "off" & might feel depressed and worried. Maybe you have just experienced a huge life transition, maybe you have a trauma history, or maybe you are feeling disheartened but are not sure why. You find yourself having a hard time saying 'no' & are worried what would happened if you really spoke up. You want to feel secure in yourself & be able to enjoy life. You want supportive & thriving relationships. You want to feel better.

There is nothing more rewarding than assisting an individual, couple, or family reach their self determined goals - to begin to heal and move forward. I enjoy working with adult individuals, teenagers, couples and families. I am a strengths based and solution focused therapist with emphasis on hope and authentic living. Helping people heal from trauma whether it's a small "t" or large "T" is a passion for me. I have been privileged to work with many individuals and couples recover from addiction, betrayal and disconnection from self and other; to begin living vibrantly, authentically and with intention.

I respect the courage that it takes to seek help when life's challenges become overwhelming. It is often a very painful place that can be difficult to share with another person. I am very sensitive to the fact that the first step can be the most difficult. I use a collaborative, compassionate approach with my clients. I rely on my knowledge and experience coupled with theoretical approaches to customize a plan for the individual situation. The goal is to work toward holistic balance.

You feel anxious, depressed and haunted by past experiences, keeping you from enjoying work & personal success. You’re great at your job; you can set goals and achieve them every time. But despite how good life might look from the outside, you struggle with feelings of shame or anxiety and can’t quite connect in meaningful relationships. You might be wondering if some of the experiences you had as a child, or earlier in life, are influencing the way you’re feeling today. It’s hard figuring that out on your own, and you’re ready to make those connections and finally feel better.

Congratulations on taking your first step towards growth and wellness! We are proud of you for considering counseling for yourself or a family member. Davidson Family Therapy is strengthening families through compassion & creativity in the Lake Norman community. We are here to help you every step of the way, by promoting healing and personal development. We celebrate and honor the creativity required to heal our deepest pains, which is why we offer an array of services involving animals, art, play, nature, and more.

Life is meant to be enjoyed, not endured. If you lack satisfaction in your life, counseling can help. I have a passion to see individuals live to their full potential with peace of mind, purpose in action and joy for everyday living. With over 15 years experience in counseling, education and pastoral ministry combined, I offer an educated perspective on many life issues. I am a trained in many trauma based and relational/family approaches to wholeness. I have extensive experience in working with teens and their families, couples and women's issues especially trauma, anger, emotional regulation, anxiety & depression.

I work with individuals and couples by listening to their stories, helping them to find meaning out of life's experiences and working together to rewrite the stories of their lives. I journey with individuals to heal past wounds and move towards wholeness. I have worked with women in life transitions to find a greater sense of self and with men with past struggles with addiction to discover a new direction for their lives. I work with men, women and teens who struggle with anxiety, depression and family conflict to work on setting boundaries with others and caring for the self.

At some point in our lives, we all face challenges and difficulties. As a counselor, I feel it is my job to help guide and walk with you through these challenges. Through our work, we can navigate life’s obstacles and hardships and move towards accomplishing your therapeutic goals. I believe in illuminating my client’s strengths and utilizing those strengths to conquer anything that stands in their way of wellness, peace, and contentment. Our sessions can be a place to prioritize your needs in a safe, non-judgmental space.