Narrative Therapists in Arden, NC
Daria Datnoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arden, NC 28704 (Online Only)
My name is Daria Datnoff, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and have worked in the therapeutic field since 2011. I have worked with a wide variety of populations, including, young children, adolescents, at-risk teens, adults, and families in a variety of settings. I believe that the human psyche is rooted in nature and that a reconnection with the natural world can be a catalyst for deep healing. I am experienced in an eclectic range of high-quality healing modalities including narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, nature therapy, and relational therapy.
My name is Daria Datnoff, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and have worked in the therapeutic field since 2011. I have worked with a wide variety of populations, including, young children, adolescents, at-risk teens, adults, and families in a variety of settings. I believe that the human psyche is rooted in nature and that a reconnection with the natural world can be a catalyst for deep healing. I am experienced in an eclectic range of high-quality healing modalities including narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, nature therapy, and relational therapy.
Mark Xavier Dunn
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHCS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or trauma? Are there problematic patterns in your relationships? Are you having difficulty effectively parenting your adolescent or young adult? You are not alone and I can help. I have been working with individuals and families for over 25 years with positive results. I create a compassionate and emotionally safe environment where we will begin your journey. I will listen to your story and together we will work through the beliefs that create limitations. I will help you develop strategies and a daily practice to improve your life.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or trauma? Are there problematic patterns in your relationships? Are you having difficulty effectively parenting your adolescent or young adult? You are not alone and I can help. I have been working with individuals and families for over 25 years with positive results. I create a compassionate and emotionally safe environment where we will begin your journey. I will listen to your story and together we will work through the beliefs that create limitations. I will help you develop strategies and a daily practice to improve your life.
Sofia Romanowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704 (Online Only)
I am a trauma-informed therapist with over 7 years experience helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I enjoy learning about people and using their strengths to support their treatment goals. My mindfulness-based education greatly informs my therapeutic role. I like to combine evidenced-based practices with holistic approaches to help others enhance the quality of their lives.
I am a trauma-informed therapist with over 7 years experience helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I enjoy learning about people and using their strengths to support their treatment goals. My mindfulness-based education greatly informs my therapeutic role. I like to combine evidenced-based practices with holistic approaches to help others enhance the quality of their lives.
Debbie Dixon Barney
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, LCAS-A, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704
Do you ever wake up and wonder, "How did I get here?" or "Why did this have to happen to me?" Maybe you wish your life looked differently but are not sure how to get there. We all have "things" we need to process, but my experience is that we often get “stuck in a rut” with how we approach problems. We need a new perspective or another person to help us process our "stuff” - someone who can ask us questions to help us to see things from a different vantage point or to help us rewrite our stories with hope, purpose, and excitement. My desire is to help people see how the “stuff” in their lives can be used in amazing ways.
Do you ever wake up and wonder, "How did I get here?" or "Why did this have to happen to me?" Maybe you wish your life looked differently but are not sure how to get there. We all have "things" we need to process, but my experience is that we often get “stuck in a rut” with how we approach problems. We need a new perspective or another person to help us process our "stuff” - someone who can ask us questions to help us to see things from a different vantage point or to help us rewrite our stories with hope, purpose, and excitement. My desire is to help people see how the “stuff” in their lives can be used in amazing ways.
Kerrie Fuenfhausen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHCS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
My practice and life philosophy is based on the conviction that all people have the potential to achieve their maximum potential, overcoming the impact of the trauma of their past. Most clients will need to complete an initial clinical assessment which includes your social environment, spiritual beliefs, physical health, economic stress, and trauma history unless a recent clinical assessment from a prior provider is available. This assessment may take one to three sessions. Please be aware that most insurers require that a diagnosis is made although often many diagnoses overlap.
My practice and life philosophy is based on the conviction that all people have the potential to achieve their maximum potential, overcoming the impact of the trauma of their past. Most clients will need to complete an initial clinical assessment which includes your social environment, spiritual beliefs, physical health, economic stress, and trauma history unless a recent clinical assessment from a prior provider is available. This assessment may take one to three sessions. Please be aware that most insurers require that a diagnosis is made although often many diagnoses overlap.
I am a compassionate therapist concerned with empowering you to embrace your strengths and manage your woundedness. Personal growth and developing authenticity, whether personally or in relationship, are ways I help you to become the best "you" you can be. I use an eclectic diversity of counseling theories, tailoring to your needs and strengths.
Life is a heroic journey. You are the hero of your story. I can help you begin to heal the woundedness of your past and embrace the adventures in your future.
I am a compassionate therapist concerned with empowering you to embrace your strengths and manage your woundedness. Personal growth and developing authenticity, whether personally or in relationship, are ways I help you to become the best "you" you can be. I use an eclectic diversity of counseling theories, tailoring to your needs and strengths.
Life is a heroic journey. You are the hero of your story. I can help you begin to heal the woundedness of your past and embrace the adventures in your future.
Open Path Psychotherapy Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704
We're a network of specialized, licensed therapists in the Asheville area who have joined together to provide reasonably priced therapy (between $40 and $70 a session) to middle income individuals and couples. If you make between $25,000 and $100,000 annually our network is designed to meet your needs.
We're a network of specialized, licensed therapists in the Asheville area who have joined together to provide reasonably priced therapy (between $40 and $70 a session) to middle income individuals and couples. If you make between $25,000 and $100,000 annually our network is designed to meet your needs.
Aaron Joseph Mcginley
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, CMHC, LPCA
Verified Verified
Arden, NC 28704
The best way to determine if I can help you, your child, or your young adult is to pick up the phone and share your story. This can be intimidating, which is why I offer a free initial consultation to see if I am the right person to help.
The best way to determine if I can help you, your child, or your young adult is to pick up the phone and share your story. This can be intimidating, which is why I offer a free initial consultation to see if I am the right person to help.
Bryan Michalowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704
Waitlist for new clients
I am particularly passionate about serving individuals in the neurodivergent, BIPOC, and/or LGBTQIA+ communities. As a member of all three communities, I know that these three identities often intersect to affect our mental health, most often in a negative way. I want to help my clients understand the many different ways in which they intersect and take steps to use those intersections to their advantage.
I am particularly passionate about serving individuals in the neurodivergent, BIPOC, and/or LGBTQIA+ communities. As a member of all three communities, I know that these three identities often intersect to affect our mental health, most often in a negative way. I want to help my clients understand the many different ways in which they intersect and take steps to use those intersections to their advantage.
Kristin C Goodman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704
Hi! I’m Kristin, a therapist and momma of two wild little boys. As parents, we hold these perfect, vulnerable creatures in our arms for the first time and vow to never let them feel an ounce of pain. But then they do. They have their own complex set of fears and worries and it’s terrifying not knowing how to help them. By even reading this and considering counseling for yourself or your kid, You’re making such a brave choice. We ALL need the support of the greater village to raise kind, well-adjusted kids.
Hi! I’m Kristin, a therapist and momma of two wild little boys. As parents, we hold these perfect, vulnerable creatures in our arms for the first time and vow to never let them feel an ounce of pain. But then they do. They have their own complex set of fears and worries and it’s terrifying not knowing how to help them. By even reading this and considering counseling for yourself or your kid, You’re making such a brave choice. We ALL need the support of the greater village to raise kind, well-adjusted kids.
My clients are often skilled performers and are perceived by others as easy-going and confident. Internally, my clients often struggle to trust their various emotional experiences. “Why am I feeling this? I’m too emotional - there must be something wrong with me. Others don't seem to struggle like I do.” You may be experiencing feelings of disconnection from those around you, sometimes even friends. You may be exhausted from masking your difficulties, and you may find yourself feeling very lonely or even angry. You really just want to feel "normal."
My clients are often skilled performers and are perceived by others as easy-going and confident. Internally, my clients often struggle to trust their various emotional experiences. “Why am I feeling this? I’m too emotional - there must be something wrong with me. Others don't seem to struggle like I do.” You may be experiencing feelings of disconnection from those around you, sometimes even friends. You may be exhausted from masking your difficulties, and you may find yourself feeling very lonely or even angry. You really just want to feel "normal."
Kristen Olberz
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSN-RN, CH
Verified Verified
Arden, NC 28704
Waitlist for new clients
While being human carries with it difficulties and pain, there is joy and goodness, healing and wisdom waiting for each of us. I love sitting with folks, supporting each person on their highly unique journey of self-discovery. My intention is to hold a safe, grounded space where curiosity, gentleness, and courage might arise with more ease. Where learning how to know oneself authentically becomes an adventure of the soul. I am deeply interested in understanding how our history shapes us and the ways we show up in the world. I love nurturing folks' spiritual quests and find Nature a refuge and wise teacher.
While being human carries with it difficulties and pain, there is joy and goodness, healing and wisdom waiting for each of us. I love sitting with folks, supporting each person on their highly unique journey of self-discovery. My intention is to hold a safe, grounded space where curiosity, gentleness, and courage might arise with more ease. Where learning how to know oneself authentically becomes an adventure of the soul. I am deeply interested in understanding how our history shapes us and the ways we show up in the world. I love nurturing folks' spiritual quests and find Nature a refuge and wise teacher.
Angela Buchanan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704
Life is full, complicated, amazing and sometimes we get a curve ball thrown our way. Though each of us possess the tools and wisdom of healing, it is during those curve balls that we need someone to point out our strength and resilience. As a counselor, I am that someone with a bag of tools to help. You decide where we go, what you want out of counseling, and choose what tools you will use. Those times may come from parenting, substance use, hurting those we love, burn out, anxiety, transition, the world around us, not being able to be who we fully are, and questioning life.
Life is full, complicated, amazing and sometimes we get a curve ball thrown our way. Though each of us possess the tools and wisdom of healing, it is during those curve balls that we need someone to point out our strength and resilience. As a counselor, I am that someone with a bag of tools to help. You decide where we go, what you want out of counseling, and choose what tools you will use. Those times may come from parenting, substance use, hurting those we love, burn out, anxiety, transition, the world around us, not being able to be who we fully are, and questioning life.
Life can be so hard. It's important to have someone who is unconditionally there to listen and help you find your way forward. I can be that person for you. Together we can tackle life's challenges and stressors your way. You are not alone, and we will work together to build on strengths you already have to achieve your personal counseling goals.
Life can be so hard. It's important to have someone who is unconditionally there to listen and help you find your way forward. I can be that person for you. Together we can tackle life's challenges and stressors your way. You are not alone, and we will work together to build on strengths you already have to achieve your personal counseling goals.
Campbell Arlan Dean
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCHMC, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704
Waitlist for new clients
Use this upcoming Fall season to change. If you want to use this time to gain insight, grow, and navigate out of unhelpful patterns, then I invite you to contact me. I specialize in assisting you to manage shame, relationships, addiction recovery, and trauma. My approach to therapy is to assist clients in raising awareness of uncounsious experiences in order to live a more authentic and purposeful life. I aim to assist in shedding light on what is dark with a blend of humor and compassionate challenges that break those unhelpful patterns. My clients leave with a renewed sense of insight, awareness, and empowerment.
Use this upcoming Fall season to change. If you want to use this time to gain insight, grow, and navigate out of unhelpful patterns, then I invite you to contact me. I specialize in assisting you to manage shame, relationships, addiction recovery, and trauma. My approach to therapy is to assist clients in raising awareness of uncounsious experiences in order to live a more authentic and purposeful life. I aim to assist in shedding light on what is dark with a blend of humor and compassionate challenges that break those unhelpful patterns. My clients leave with a renewed sense of insight, awareness, and empowerment.
Life is really rough right now in so many ways! We have never experienced anything like what we are experiencing right now. Life has been flipped upside down, anxiety is sky high, depression is increasing, relationships are suffering, and those with children are being forced to become homeschool teachers. The sense of balance in our lives has been thrown out. We feel stuck, depressed, anxious, and maybe even hopeless. It is really important to take care of yourself in this space and reach out for help, to talk things through, and figure out how to move forward in a positive direction. You don’t need to stay stuck in this space.
Life is really rough right now in so many ways! We have never experienced anything like what we are experiencing right now. Life has been flipped upside down, anxiety is sky high, depression is increasing, relationships are suffering, and those with children are being forced to become homeschool teachers. The sense of balance in our lives has been thrown out. We feel stuck, depressed, anxious, and maybe even hopeless. It is really important to take care of yourself in this space and reach out for help, to talk things through, and figure out how to move forward in a positive direction. You don’t need to stay stuck in this space.
I am passionate about helping women navigate major life transitions such as getting married, entering motherhood, changing careers, moving, or processing the ending of a relationship. It is easy to lose ourselves when taking on a new role and I love helping women reconnect with who they truly are and find joy again. In addition to treatment for anxiety, depression, and life transitions, I offer the unique focus of career counseling. I really enjoy helping others find true fulfillment in their vocations, as I have found that many mental health and relationship challenges often stem from an unhealthy work life.
I am passionate about helping women navigate major life transitions such as getting married, entering motherhood, changing careers, moving, or processing the ending of a relationship. It is easy to lose ourselves when taking on a new role and I love helping women reconnect with who they truly are and find joy again. In addition to treatment for anxiety, depression, and life transitions, I offer the unique focus of career counseling. I really enjoy helping others find true fulfillment in their vocations, as I have found that many mental health and relationship challenges often stem from an unhealthy work life.
Connie Maney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPA, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704 (Online Only)
Sometimes life seems to pour stress and anxiety onto us from a bucket. My specialty is helping you get back in the drivers seat. Creating the life you want by aligning values with time. Helping you show up in the world in a way you can feel proud of. Having a full balanced life is an option.
Sometimes life seems to pour stress and anxiety onto us from a bucket. My specialty is helping you get back in the drivers seat. Creating the life you want by aligning values with time. Helping you show up in the world in a way you can feel proud of. Having a full balanced life is an option.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Arden, NC 28704
Are you living with depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, lack of direction, trauma? I believe that we naturally feel a call to live meaningful, loving lives and know intuitively that this is our best path but we often will feel stuck, unsure, fearful and so take no action. Existential therapy calls this a restricted existence and believes the goal of all therapy is to remove the road blocks that are limiting you from moving toward living your best life.
Are you living with depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, lack of direction, trauma? I believe that we naturally feel a call to live meaningful, loving lives and know intuitively that this is our best path but we often will feel stuck, unsure, fearful and so take no action. Existential therapy calls this a restricted existence and believes the goal of all therapy is to remove the road blocks that are limiting you from moving toward living your best life.
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Narrative Therapists
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.