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Available both in-person and online
8045 Arco Corporate Drive Suite 120 Raleigh, NC 27617
You may be feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your body and emotions. Anxiety, depression, trauma, or addiction may be affecting daily life, while stress shows up as tension, fatigue, or emotional burnout. You may be seeking support for yourself or your child (ages 5 and up) and want tools to manage stress, build resilience, and feel more balanced. You’re looking for therapy that understands the mind–body connection—because stress doesn’t just live in your head.
I provide therapy for children (ages 5+), adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and addiction. As a Mental Health Counselor with a background in massage therapy, I take a mind–body approach—helping calm both racing thoughts and tense shoulders.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel stiff or intimidating. I offer a safe, judgment-free space with warmth, honesty, and a touch of humor—where you can vent, laugh, cry, or all three (sometimes in the same session). Together, we’ll build practical tools, resilience, and help you reconnect with balance and inner strength.
Call or Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (984) 733-0849

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

NC Therapy & Mental Health Counseling

8045 Arco Corporate Drive

Suite 120

Raleigh, NC 27617 map

(984) 733-0849
Website
Therapy online or in-person, mornings or evenings—like a mental stretch for your mind, with tools, insight, and laughs included.
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
I help clients feel heard, supported, and equipped with tools to navigate life's challenges and grow into their best selves.
Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Let's Connect (984) 733-0849
Photo of Stephen Cao - Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist, Counselor, LCMHC-A

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

NC Therapy & Mental Health Counseling

8045 Arco Corporate Drive

Suite 120

Raleigh, NC 27617 map

(984) 733-0849
Website
Therapy online or in-person, mornings or evenings—like a mental stretch for your mind, with tools, insight, and laughs included.
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
I help clients feel heard, supported, and equipped with tools to navigate life's challenges and grow into their best selves.
Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $170
  • Couple Sessions $170

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance
  • MedCost
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • WellCare
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I accept BCBS, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, and most NC Medicaid plans. For self-pay, I also provide superbills you can submit for possible reimbursement. My goal is to make accessing care simple, flexible, and as stress-free as possible.
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Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 733-0849
"
I accept BCBS, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, and most NC Medicaid plans. For self-pay, I also provide superbills you can submit for possible reimbursement. My goal is to make accessing care simple, flexible, and as stress-free as possible.
Photo of Stephen Cao - Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist, Counselor, LCMHC-A
Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 733-0849

Qualifications

    Counselor: Stephen Cao

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / A21701 Stephen Cao
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Attended Southern New Hampshire Unive, Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Southern New Hampshire University Bachelor of Arts in Psychology / 2022
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I started my career as a massage therapist, helping clients manage stress and promote wellness through hands-on care. That experience sparked my interest in mental health, leading me to pursue a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I've worked with diverse clients in individual and group.
Photo of Stephen Cao - Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist, Counselor, LCMHC-A
Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 733-0849
"
I started my career as a massage therapist, helping clients manage stress and promote wellness through hands-on care. That experience sparked my interest in mental health, leading me to pursue a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I've worked with diverse clients in individual and group.
Photo of Stephen Cao - Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist, Counselor, LCMHC-A
Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 733-0849

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Caregivers
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Life Transitions
  • Medication Management
  • Men's Issues
  • Peer Relationships
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
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I help clients tackle stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, addiction, and life's curveballs. Together, we build coping skills, navigate emotions, and find balance—with evidence-based tools, wellness tips, and yes, a little humor to keep things real and relatable.
Photo of Stephen Cao - Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist, Counselor, LCMHC-A
Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 733-0849
"
I help clients tackle stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, addiction, and life's curveballs. Together, we build coping skills, navigate emotions, and find balance—with evidence-based tools, wellness tips, and yes, a little humor to keep things real and relatable.
Photo of Stephen Cao - Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist, Counselor, LCMHC-A
Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 733-0849

Endorsement

Caitlyn Lipschitz
Caitlyn Lipschitz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Stephen blends mind-body insight with evidence-based therapy to help adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. His warm, attuned, and nonjudgmental approach-paired with subtle humor-creates a space where clients feel seen and supported.

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Humanistic
  • Intervention
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Trauma Focused
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I use evidence-based approaches tailored to each client, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered counseling, and mindfulness strategies. I blend these with a wellness-focused, hands-on perspective, helping clients manage stress, build resilience, and connect mind and body with practical tools and a touch of humor.
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Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 733-0849
"
I use evidence-based approaches tailored to each client, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered counseling, and mindfulness strategies. I blend these with a wellness-focused, hands-on perspective, helping clients manage stress, build resilience, and connect mind and body with practical tools and a touch of humor.
Photo of Stephen Cao - Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist, Counselor, LCMHC-A
Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 733-0849

Location

Primary Location

NC Therapy & Mental Health Counseling

8045 Arco Corporate Drive

Suite 120

Raleigh, NC 27617

(984) 733-0849

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

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Therapy online or in-person, mornings or evenings—like a mental stretch for your mind, with tools, insight, and laughs included.
Photo of Stephen Cao - Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist, Counselor, LCMHC-A
Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Call for a free consultation now - (984) 733-0849
"
Therapy online or in-person, mornings or evenings—like a mental stretch for your mind, with tools, insight, and laughs included.
Photo of Stephen Cao - Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist, Counselor, LCMHC-A
Stephen Cao: Mind–Body Healing Specialist
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Call for a free consultation now - (984) 733-0849