Female Therapists in Alleghany County, NC
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Lisa Best
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Piney Creek, NC 28663 (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck? Are you tired of repeating the same behaviors that leave you feeling depressed, anxious or hopeless? Or maybe you are ready to deal with a traumatic event from your past or a difficult relationship. I provide a safe environment for you to begin the journey toward healing and wholeness. I love finding the root cause, leading to healing that allows you to finally live the life you were created for.
Do you feel stuck? Are you tired of repeating the same behaviors that leave you feeling depressed, anxious or hopeless? Or maybe you are ready to deal with a traumatic event from your past or a difficult relationship. I provide a safe environment for you to begin the journey toward healing and wholeness. I love finding the root cause, leading to healing that allows you to finally live the life you were created for.
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Child Advocacy and Recovery Center, DeAnna Rock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCMHC, NCC, SC, NC
Verified Verified
Sparta, NC 28675
Hello, I am a Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor in SC and NC. I've spent several years working as a Licensed Nurse and LPC. I work with all ages; children, teens and adults, couples; excessive worry, depression, mood, impulsivity, ADHD, social anxiety, other serious emotional disturbances. Always emotion focused and person centered and/or trauma-focused. We each have a voice and when life is hard, sometimes we don't always feel we can speak up. In therapy we will find your voice and hopefully you will feel you can talk about the things going on in your life in a safe space, never with judgement.
Hello, I am a Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor in SC and NC. I've spent several years working as a Licensed Nurse and LPC. I work with all ages; children, teens and adults, couples; excessive worry, depression, mood, impulsivity, ADHD, social anxiety, other serious emotional disturbances. Always emotion focused and person centered and/or trauma-focused. We each have a voice and when life is hard, sometimes we don't always feel we can speak up. In therapy we will find your voice and hopefully you will feel you can talk about the things going on in your life in a safe space, never with judgement.
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I help clients recognize that they do not have to be victims of their circumstances or history. Sometimes we are faced with painful circumstances. Sometimes even everyday life begins to feel overwhelming. The unfortunate reality is that we cannot always control what happens in our lives. We can, however, choose how we respond to the difficult things that occur. I believe that all of us have the ability to grow and to make positive, lasting change in our lives. My role as therapist is to help facilitate this process.
I help clients recognize that they do not have to be victims of their circumstances or history. Sometimes we are faced with painful circumstances. Sometimes even everyday life begins to feel overwhelming. The unfortunate reality is that we cannot always control what happens in our lives. We can, however, choose how we respond to the difficult things that occur. I believe that all of us have the ability to grow and to make positive, lasting change in our lives. My role as therapist is to help facilitate this process.
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Hello! My name is Holly Young, a licensed clinical mental health counselor with over six years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, grief & loss, and assertiveness training for teens and adults. I use a mix of modalities such as Dialectical (DBT), Eclectic, Trauma Focused, Motivational Interviewing, and Supportive therapy. I believe that kindness and authenticity are a great quality to have.
Hello! My name is Holly Young, a licensed clinical mental health counselor with over six years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, grief & loss, and assertiveness training for teens and adults. I use a mix of modalities such as Dialectical (DBT), Eclectic, Trauma Focused, Motivational Interviewing, and Supportive therapy. I believe that kindness and authenticity are a great quality to have.
Online Therapists
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Katherine Myers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27104 (Online Only)
Maybe you have waited a long time to seek help and suffered in silence. Perhaps you've become accustomed to this discomfort or a pain. Or maybe you desire change through seeking understanding and want a greater sense of wellbeing. Therapy may help you with this process of personal growth and healing. Whether you have a crisis, traumatic experience, significant life challenge or are wanting to experience greater fulfillment therapy may be for you.
Maybe you have waited a long time to seek help and suffered in silence. Perhaps you've become accustomed to this discomfort or a pain. Or maybe you desire change through seeking understanding and want a greater sense of wellbeing. Therapy may help you with this process of personal growth and healing. Whether you have a crisis, traumatic experience, significant life challenge or are wanting to experience greater fulfillment therapy may be for you.
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Hiatt is passionate about helping others connect more deeply and honestly to their story, their truest selves, and the world around them. Whether you have experienced trauma, are experiencing limiting beliefs about yourself, desire to grow in your relationships, or simply want to experience a greater connection to your own story and the world around you, she is excited to walk alongside you into greater freedom. Hiatt's desire is to help people discover the art of who they are. So, whether you are interested in exploring your inner world through art processing or are looking for someone to partner with on your healing journey she
Hiatt is passionate about helping others connect more deeply and honestly to their story, their truest selves, and the world around them. Whether you have experienced trauma, are experiencing limiting beliefs about yourself, desire to grow in your relationships, or simply want to experience a greater connection to your own story and the world around you, she is excited to walk alongside you into greater freedom. Hiatt's desire is to help people discover the art of who they are. So, whether you are interested in exploring your inner world through art processing or are looking for someone to partner with on your healing journey she
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Jessie Tucker Mitchell
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Greensboro, NC 27408 (Online Only)
You’re holding everything together nicely on the outside - work, school, family, everyday tasks - but on the inside, you feel like you could break down at any moment. Perhaps you feel like you work hard at being perfect but never measure up to your own standards. Or maybe your anxiety and intrusive thoughts have become all-consuming, even scary. My goal is to help you find healing and wholeness, and silence that inner voice of worry and negativity. I believe no matter what you are experiencing, there is still hope, and I would love to support you and work with you to achieve your goals while creating a safe space for you to heal.
You’re holding everything together nicely on the outside - work, school, family, everyday tasks - but on the inside, you feel like you could break down at any moment. Perhaps you feel like you work hard at being perfect but never measure up to your own standards. Or maybe your anxiety and intrusive thoughts have become all-consuming, even scary. My goal is to help you find healing and wholeness, and silence that inner voice of worry and negativity. I believe no matter what you are experiencing, there is still hope, and I would love to support you and work with you to achieve your goals while creating a safe space for you to heal.
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Dr. Cheyenne Carter
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27103
Not accepting new clients...I am passionate about healthy relationships and sexual intimacy. Over the past 20 years, I have worked with individuals and couples improving their connections with themselves and others. Clients often come to me desiring relief from relational disconnection, sexuality concerns, anxiety, infidelity, impact of childhood trauma, and career indecision. It is my goal that you leave our first session feeling truly seen and heard and feeling a renewed sense of hope that healing is possible. Together we will create a plan to help you achieve the level of wellness you desire.
Not accepting new clients...I am passionate about healthy relationships and sexual intimacy. Over the past 20 years, I have worked with individuals and couples improving their connections with themselves and others. Clients often come to me desiring relief from relational disconnection, sexuality concerns, anxiety, infidelity, impact of childhood trauma, and career indecision. It is my goal that you leave our first session feeling truly seen and heard and feeling a renewed sense of hope that healing is possible. Together we will create a plan to help you achieve the level of wellness you desire.
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Resiliency Therapeutic Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28246
My goal is to create a welcoming, inviting and trusting environment where women and individuals can feel safe enough to start working on creating the life they dreamed of having and to develop the skills necessary for personal growth.
Tired of being tired, hopeless in need of relief from your current pain & trauma? Are you wanting to talk to someone but not sure how to get the help you need? Are you unsure about one on on therapy and sharing your past with a complete stranger? Just full of questions and in need of answers? I understand and want to help you get your hope and life back by learning skills that will not only equip but empower you. Please know you are not alone in your journey, as I will walk with you and help you discover your path to freedom. You can book with me by clicking on my website thebebigcoach.com/resiliency.
My goal is to create a welcoming, inviting and trusting environment where women and individuals can feel safe enough to start working on creating the life they dreamed of having and to develop the skills necessary for personal growth.
Tired of being tired, hopeless in need of relief from your current pain & trauma? Are you wanting to talk to someone but not sure how to get the help you need? Are you unsure about one on on therapy and sharing your past with a complete stranger? Just full of questions and in need of answers? I understand and want to help you get your hope and life back by learning skills that will not only equip but empower you. Please know you are not alone in your journey, as I will walk with you and help you discover your path to freedom. You can book with me by clicking on my website thebebigcoach.com/resiliency.
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Cambria James
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Advance, NC 27006 (Online Only)
As a warm and person-centered therapist, I believe in partnership with a client to meet them where they are and work towards their goals together. Life can be hard and circumstances can feel heavy, but you've made the first (and often hardest) step to lightening the load and achieving your goals.
As a warm and person-centered therapist, I believe in partnership with a client to meet them where they are and work towards their goals together. Life can be hard and circumstances can feel heavy, but you've made the first (and often hardest) step to lightening the load and achieving your goals.
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Serenity Place Intervention Center, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CGIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28202
Are you at that point where you feel like taking control of your life but just don't know how? I understand how hard it could be to get started, fret no more, I am here to help you figure out how to get started. We all need support and encouragement on the journey of life, I am that therapist who understands that and stick with you through it all. I understand that life can throw us curved balls from time to time as we navigate through life journey. I cannot promise you that the road to finding lifetime fulfillment will not be rough, but I can assure you that we will walk the rough roads together and emerge stronger and better.
Are you at that point where you feel like taking control of your life but just don't know how? I understand how hard it could be to get started, fret no more, I am here to help you figure out how to get started. We all need support and encouragement on the journey of life, I am that therapist who understands that and stick with you through it all. I understand that life can throw us curved balls from time to time as we navigate through life journey. I cannot promise you that the road to finding lifetime fulfillment will not be rough, but I can assure you that we will walk the rough roads together and emerge stronger and better.
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Yazmeen A Garcia
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, LCASA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210 (Online Only)
I currently serve clients from ages 10-100, with my primary focus being adolescents and adults. I am a mental health counselor as well as a licensed clinical addiction specialist, meaning I love working with both mental health disorders and addictions. When working with mental health, I serve those struggling with anxiety/depression, trauma/sexual abuse, bipolar I or II disorder, dissociative-identity disorder, grief, self-esteem concerns, identity matters, religious or spiritual factors, stress management, and those on the autism spectrum. My goals for my clients are to be able to increase their sense of self-worth and autonomy.
I currently serve clients from ages 10-100, with my primary focus being adolescents and adults. I am a mental health counselor as well as a licensed clinical addiction specialist, meaning I love working with both mental health disorders and addictions. When working with mental health, I serve those struggling with anxiety/depression, trauma/sexual abuse, bipolar I or II disorder, dissociative-identity disorder, grief, self-esteem concerns, identity matters, religious or spiritual factors, stress management, and those on the autism spectrum. My goals for my clients are to be able to increase their sense of self-worth and autonomy.
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Hello and welcome! My name is LaShawn Cooley, and I am a licensed clinical social work associate. I am passionate about helping people of all ages navigate life's challenges. Whether you're a child, teenager, adult, or elder seeking support, I'm here for you. I believe in building trust through empathy, respect, and understanding. Your feelings, experiences, and goals are important to me, and I am committed to working alongside you at your pace.
Hello and welcome! My name is LaShawn Cooley, and I am a licensed clinical social work associate. I am passionate about helping people of all ages navigate life's challenges. Whether you're a child, teenager, adult, or elder seeking support, I'm here for you. I believe in building trust through empathy, respect, and understanding. Your feelings, experiences, and goals are important to me, and I am committed to working alongside you at your pace.
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Jazmine T Crumpton
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27106
I work with clients who have a wide range of concerns from depression & anxiety, to relationship issues & life changes, parenting problems, career challenges, and ADHD. I believe the counseling process helps clients move from simple goal formation to achieving more than they knew possible. My counseling style is warm, down-to-earth, interactive, and adds a touch of humor. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I work with clients who have a wide range of concerns from depression & anxiety, to relationship issues & life changes, parenting problems, career challenges, and ADHD. I believe the counseling process helps clients move from simple goal formation to achieving more than they knew possible. My counseling style is warm, down-to-earth, interactive, and adds a touch of humor. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
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Marie Celeste Franklin
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Shelby, NC 28150
I have worked with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, psychosis, substance use, anger management, grief and have worked in couples therapy. I have worked with a range of ages from children to adults and various ethnicities and sexual orientations
I have worked with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, psychosis, substance use, anger management, grief and have worked in couples therapy. I have worked with a range of ages from children to adults and various ethnicities and sexual orientations
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Peaceful Minds Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28278 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping professional women and men of color rediscover their power using EMDR therapy, self-care, boundaries, self-love, and a variety of person-centered clinical interventions.
Ever been afraid to ask for help because you're supposed to be the strong one, the smart one, or the successful one who has it all? Have you ever been surrounded by friends, family, and loved ones, yet you are all alone? Afraid to open your mouth because your culture, race, religion, or ideology of life says that doing so means you are speaking negatively over your life, therefore you're a complainer and miserable? Do you just want to get some things off your chest without fear of judgement ? Are you so overwhelmed with work or other obligations that you've lost or forgotten who you are?
I am passionate about helping professional women and men of color rediscover their power using EMDR therapy, self-care, boundaries, self-love, and a variety of person-centered clinical interventions.
Ever been afraid to ask for help because you're supposed to be the strong one, the smart one, or the successful one who has it all? Have you ever been surrounded by friends, family, and loved ones, yet you are all alone? Afraid to open your mouth because your culture, race, religion, or ideology of life says that doing so means you are speaking negatively over your life, therefore you're a complainer and miserable? Do you just want to get some things off your chest without fear of judgement ? Are you so overwhelmed with work or other obligations that you've lost or forgotten who you are?
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Hello and welcome. I’m Sarah, a therapist committed to guiding you through life’s challenges, be it grief, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or life transitions. Your journey towards healing and self-discovery is a courageous step. You are ready to be curious about yourself, to cultivate self-awareness, and begin the fulfilling work of becoming more whole and healed. Together, we can unlock the freedom and new paths that await you on the other side of this process.
Hello and welcome. I’m Sarah, a therapist committed to guiding you through life’s challenges, be it grief, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or life transitions. Your journey towards healing and self-discovery is a courageous step. You are ready to be curious about yourself, to cultivate self-awareness, and begin the fulfilling work of becoming more whole and healed. Together, we can unlock the freedom and new paths that await you on the other side of this process.
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Hannah Glenn
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28269 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Hannah Glenn, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist. My specialty is working with family members affected by a loved one's substance or behavioral addiction. I also work with individuals diagnosed (or not yet diagnosed) with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, and dissociative disorders. My approach to therapy focuses on developing a genuine and meaningful connection with my clients. During any given session, you are likely to laugh a lot and grow a lot - two therapeutic qualities I believe depend on one another.
Hi! I'm Hannah Glenn, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist. My specialty is working with family members affected by a loved one's substance or behavioral addiction. I also work with individuals diagnosed (or not yet diagnosed) with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, and dissociative disorders. My approach to therapy focuses on developing a genuine and meaningful connection with my clients. During any given session, you are likely to laugh a lot and grow a lot - two therapeutic qualities I believe depend on one another.
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Jessica Elliot Stevens
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28203
Hi! My name Is Jessica Stevens, but you can call me Niki. I am a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. My approach to therapy is Rogerian, (Person-Centered) along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have 6 years of experience with children and adults in areas of depression, anxiety, anger management and children who also have struggles with emotional regulation and attention deficits. I have 6 years of experience with children and adults in areas of depression, anxiety, and anger management. I have 20 years total experience with children who struggle with emotional regulation and attention deficits.
Hi! My name Is Jessica Stevens, but you can call me Niki. I am a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. My approach to therapy is Rogerian, (Person-Centered) along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have 6 years of experience with children and adults in areas of depression, anxiety, anger management and children who also have struggles with emotional regulation and attention deficits. I have 6 years of experience with children and adults in areas of depression, anxiety, and anger management. I have 20 years total experience with children who struggle with emotional regulation and attention deficits.
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Elizabeth Abowd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
Distracted? Feeling overwhelmed by "the basics?" Wish you could just focus? ADHD is real. The challenges it brings can be difficult to navigate, especially when other people don’t understand what ADHD really is. I know because I have ADHD. My expertise isn’t just from a textbook or clinical experience—it’s from my life, too. Whether you received your diagnosis years ago or just last week, or you wonder if you might have ADHD, I am here to assist you on your journey.
Distracted? Feeling overwhelmed by "the basics?" Wish you could just focus? ADHD is real. The challenges it brings can be difficult to navigate, especially when other people don’t understand what ADHD really is. I know because I have ADHD. My expertise isn’t just from a textbook or clinical experience—it’s from my life, too. Whether you received your diagnosis years ago or just last week, or you wonder if you might have ADHD, I am here to assist you on your journey.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.