Therapists in Asheville, NC

Hello! I’m a licensed social worker with over 17 years of experience in the field. My specialties include working with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, stress, and compulsive and obsessive behaviors. I use a holistic approach which can incorporate techniques such as mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy. I often find that my clients benefit from my experience working with modern neuroscience, which helps us better understand what’s going on inside our brains as we work towards changing our patterns of thinking and behavior.

There are many stages across the lifespan, which all come with their own unique challenges. Maybe you find yourself currently going through a new transition and the stress has left you drained and feeling lost. Maybe your relationships have been impacted and you're feeling lonely and misunderstood. Or maybe life is feeling purposeless and you are craving more out of your day to day routine. Are you needing support in embracing life and living in the moment, not feeling stuck by your past and not feeling fearful of the future, but truly being present? Are you wanting to increase your self-confidence and feel secure in your decisions?

I enjoy working with people who are experiencing life transitions, stress, anxiety, mild to moderate depression, relational difficulties, and adolescents that may be having issues in school who are on the middle to upper spectrum of autism, or struggle with anxiety, adjustment difficulties or learning disabilities, mens issues, veterans, single mothers. People who want to succeed and move forward in their life in whatever area of struggle they may have. I offer 10 minute consultation so we can both determine if moving forward would be beneficial.

You’re probably feeling uncomfortable in some kind of way if you're reading this. Maybe it’s something in the world around you like a relationship, your work, family, or another stressor. Maybe it’s more internal and you feel disconnected from a sense of purpose and meaning. Maybe you’re just having a full blown existential crisis. Many of my clients are experiencing some or all of the above. They’re stressed, anxious, feel stuck or overwhelmed. They are struggling to restore a sense of balance and well-being. Most of my clients are between 25 and 50 and addressing a quarter or mid-life crisis. I’m here to help.

Hi, My name is Jay and through personalized treatment, I help individuals access authentic emotional awareness and guide them towards true healing. I am a licensed clinical social worker and therapist who has been providing mental health services directly to people for over 20 years. I have worked successfully with clients of all ages who presented with a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, behavioral disorders, stress, ADHD, relationship issues, struggles with parenting, substance use and abuse, career and job issues as well as survivors of trauma such as abuse and neglect.

Brian is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor as well as a certified addiction professional. He has provided therapy in a variety of settings from county jails to college campuses. Brian believes adversity is often an opportunity for growth. Brian has helped many individuals navigate and cope with the stress and anxiety often experienced in everyday life. He has extensive experience working with individuals experiencing substance abuse as well as their families. He also has significant experience working with young adults, helping them process developmental challenges and family-of-origin concerns.

Welcome. I'm here to help and support you in your journey to feeling better. Life can be difficult at times and counseling can give you the tools to meet life’s challenges. I offer a safe space to explore life transitions, feelings of depression or anxiety, low self-esteem, grief/loss issues, relationship struggles, midlife issues, caregiver stress and other life challenges. I can help you develop the skills and strategies to gain insight and awareness, cope with life stressors, increase feelings of self-worth, and enhance meaning in your life.

Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed? Overwhelmed by relationship, work issues, addictions? Congratulations for taking the first step to change your life. Reaching out for help takes courage at a time when we are not feeling very brave. No matter how overwhelming things seem now, all of your problems have solutions. I provide a safe, private environment where we work together to help you feel empowered, at peace, good about yourself and excited about living. I offer a free 20 minute consultation so you can ask questions and decide if you feel comfortable working with me. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Stress and suffering are both undeniable aspects of the human experience. Many humans choose to deny, avoid, and repress emotion as a survival tactic. "I can't handle this. I'm overreacting." (Nice try, brain, but invalidation and avoidance actually tend to make things worse for us in the long run- the emotions we try to run from grow). I am passionate about empowering others to live authentically and wholeheartedly- in alignment with their goals and values. My approach is very direct, while also being warm, validating, and compassionate. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders in adolescents (13+) and young adults.

Life can and will throw many different things at us. These things can present in the form of stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, loss and anger. Everyday events can mentally put us in a place where we feel vulnerable. I want to help my clients not just cope but learn to move forward and grow strength. As individuals we each have our own unique perspective on the world, using colored lenses to define/understand the things unfolding in front of us. I want to work with you on focusing your lenses on the way you view yourself & your world. Together we can identify how your experiences have give you both positive & negative coloring.

I enjoy working with women, teens, and first responders in the areas of anxiety, stress, self-esteem, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, trauma, and life transitions. It is within the context of our relationship with self and others that we find or lose balance. It can be hard communicating our feelings and needs with others in an effective way. I offer a whole person, mind-body approach to treatment within the context of a safe and trustworthy therapeutic relationship.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, sad, stressed or frustrated and don’t know what to do, therapy can help. Taking this first step takes courage but reaching out to an experienced counselor will put you on the path towards creating a more meaningful and intentional life. The struggles of day to day living can have a profound impact on fulfillment and leave you sometimes feeling incompetent and depleted. Juggling the demands of work, home, relationships and family can be exhausting. Learning to simplify, set boundaries and prioritize what is important is life-changing and sets the stage to shift from chaos to calm.

Sometimes the daily pressures and struggles of life can seem overwhelming, and it may be hard to imagine how things can change. I encourage you to consider investing some time in yourself... to heal, to change, to grow. We can work together to change unhealthy patterns in your life. I can help you develop more effective communication and conflict resolution skills to improve relationships. Together, we can explore the barriers that are keeping you from living the life you want. Most importantly, I will support you on your journey toward wellness - whatever that may look like for you.

I specialize in treatment of the long term effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences, excessive stress and other traumas in their emotional, behavioral and physical manifestations. These include anxiety, depression and PTSD, as well as an array of chronic diseases that are the outcome of long-term nervous system dysregulation. My approach is somatic and holistic with emphasis on resetting the nervous system and assisting clients in returning their brains and bodies to the place where we function at our best capacity for dealing with the challenges that life brings.

Now accepting new clients! Ready to find your direction? I offer action-based interventions to apply outside of sessions partnered with a compassionate, insight-oriented approach. I believe when working with clients, it's not only beneficial to identify unhelpful patterns of behavior, but to determine underlying causes of these patterns in order to enact lasting change. Whether these patterns relate to mental health, substance use, relationships, or other factors, I work with individuals to build on their resiliency & strengths to facilitate movement towards their personal goals. I embrace a holistic approach towards your wellness.

Navigating the ebbs and flows of life can be tricky. Perhaps you're going through a big life transition and need support getting to the other side. Or maybe you want to be more authentic, energized, stable, secure, less stressed, anxious or depressed.

I was trained in Los Angeles and worked in diverse settings there such as a family practice in the Advent Hospital, an inpatient mental health hospital, a collegiate learning disabilities/counseling center, and with the Los Angeles Unified School District. I have been in private practice in Asheville, North Carolina since 2011.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! With over 35 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience, I believe that anyone can make changes necessary to improve their mood, relationships, and quality of life. My focus is on helping you, your partner, and your family implement practical strategies to solve problems, reach goals, and create lasting change. Areas of focus include helping couples improve communication and avoid patterns which result in conflict, and helping people with behavior, anger, or mood issues. I work with you in a safe, compassionate, and confidential environment, and respect of your needs and desires.

Welcome! Psychologists in my practice are accepting new clients! You are creative, live life consciously, and have enjoyed success in many areas of life. You juggle your career, family, and friends. But it's not easy, is it? In fact, it's impossible when you feel stressed out and the imbalance is contributing to anxiety or depression that you may be experiencing. I'll help you find more balance and experience greater joy and harmony in your life. For couples, I will help you feel more deeply respected and honored by one another. Together, we'll reduce the conflict and tension in your relationship and bring back the fun and romance.