Psychodynamic Therapists in Asheville, NC
Laura Alexander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801 (Online Only)
I am trained in Psychodynamic and Relational models of therapy.
It can be intimidating and nerve-wracking to seek out therapy. But in doing so, you are already taking the first big step towards healing and taking good care of yourself. I believe that gaining insight about our past experiences and how they continue to influence our relationships, thinking, and emotional lives is an important aspect of the healing and growth process. I also strongly believe in the experiential and relational aspects of therapy where we work collaboratively to understand how our therapeutic relationship informs the work and what it can tell us about you.
I am trained in Psychodynamic and Relational models of therapy.
It can be intimidating and nerve-wracking to seek out therapy. But in doing so, you are already taking the first big step towards healing and taking good care of yourself. I believe that gaining insight about our past experiences and how they continue to influence our relationships, thinking, and emotional lives is an important aspect of the healing and growth process. I also strongly believe in the experiential and relational aspects of therapy where we work collaboratively to understand how our therapeutic relationship informs the work and what it can tell us about you.
Kate Mayfour
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
In my practice, I draw from a mix of mindfulness, ACT, psychodynamic theory, attachment, and relational theories.
Hi, my name is Kate, and I'm glad you're here. I work with folks of all ages who are experiencing eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and family of origin issues. I am particularly passionate about working with queer and trans individuals, women, and older adults. I am deeply committed to maintaining an anti-racist, feminist, and neurodiversity-affirming lens, and incorporating a systems perspective to explore your experience in context of oppressive systems.
In my practice, I draw from a mix of mindfulness, ACT, psychodynamic theory, attachment, and relational theories.
Hi, my name is Kate, and I'm glad you're here. I work with folks of all ages who are experiencing eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and family of origin issues. I am particularly passionate about working with queer and trans individuals, women, and older adults. I am deeply committed to maintaining an anti-racist, feminist, and neurodiversity-affirming lens, and incorporating a systems perspective to explore your experience in context of oppressive systems.
John T Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCBLMHC, NCBFBPC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
As a psychodynamic psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience I believe you are coming to me as a fellow pilgrim, journeying toward healing that comes when deepest concerns are shared safely with another human being. My approach invites reflection and the creation of a space where you can move at your own pace. When you tell me your story which may be painful, even terrible for you, I desire to stay with you and provide emotional presence especially when the going gets rough.
As a psychodynamic psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience I believe you are coming to me as a fellow pilgrim, journeying toward healing that comes when deepest concerns are shared safely with another human being. My approach invites reflection and the creation of a space where you can move at your own pace. When you tell me your story which may be painful, even terrible for you, I desire to stay with you and provide emotional presence especially when the going gets rough.
Eric Belsterling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD stu, LCAS, CSAT, CMAT, CCS
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
Waitlist for new clients
I believe there are many ways to achieve well-being and recovery. Presence, patience, compassion, acceptance, and curiosity are some of the qualities I possess. I believe competent therapy is a co-creation between the client and therapist and pride myself in embodying everything I expect of my clients. I'm passionate about stewarding people to create greater acceptance, balance, inner attunement and well-being in their lives. I specialize in all addiction disorders (i.e. substance use disorders, behavioral addictions such as problematic sexual behaviors, porn, food, internet gaming, etc.) and/or co-occurring disorders.
I believe there are many ways to achieve well-being and recovery. Presence, patience, compassion, acceptance, and curiosity are some of the qualities I possess. I believe competent therapy is a co-creation between the client and therapist and pride myself in embodying everything I expect of my clients. I'm passionate about stewarding people to create greater acceptance, balance, inner attunement and well-being in their lives. I specialize in all addiction disorders (i.e. substance use disorders, behavioral addictions such as problematic sexual behaviors, porn, food, internet gaming, etc.) and/or co-occurring disorders.
Kathryn Shanks
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801 (Online Only)
I work with people who feel overwhelmed - by relationships, big transitions, life. They want to become more fully aware of and confident in themselves, and long to find freedom from the patterns that hold them back in life. My attachment training and relational approach tends to draw folks who are looking for support around relationships with partners, family, friends, and themselves. Many of them identify as queer, non-monogamous, and/or neurodivergent. They usually share that our work together has helped them to feel more at home in their own skin and more confident in their own strength, beauty, and wisdom.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed - by relationships, big transitions, life. They want to become more fully aware of and confident in themselves, and long to find freedom from the patterns that hold them back in life. My attachment training and relational approach tends to draw folks who are looking for support around relationships with partners, family, friends, and themselves. Many of them identify as queer, non-monogamous, and/or neurodivergent. They usually share that our work together has helped them to feel more at home in their own skin and more confident in their own strength, beauty, and wisdom.
Joanna Cross
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28803
Hi! If you're exhausted, frustrated, angry, disillusioned, or simply in need of guidance in a life transition or situation, you're in the right place. I offer a safe space to dive into the challenges on your plate. Anxiety and depression are my specialities, but please know that I work with clients on a wide array of topics. I often utilize traditional talk therapy, and I regularly pull in CBT techniques that I think might be helpful to you, but should you or I decide a different modality would be useful, we can discuss that as well. I want our sessions to be collaborative and for you to feel heard and supported.
Hi! If you're exhausted, frustrated, angry, disillusioned, or simply in need of guidance in a life transition or situation, you're in the right place. I offer a safe space to dive into the challenges on your plate. Anxiety and depression are my specialities, but please know that I work with clients on a wide array of topics. I often utilize traditional talk therapy, and I regularly pull in CBT techniques that I think might be helpful to you, but should you or I decide a different modality would be useful, we can discuss that as well. I want our sessions to be collaborative and for you to feel heard and supported.
We’re wired toward a sense of belonging and connection to ourselves and others, but we all have strategies to protect us and adapt to life's challenges. Sometimes these inadvertently impact our mental/emotional health and get in the way of the flow of life, leaving us feeling confused, stuck, or disconnected. Other times, those strategies feel suddenly inadequate in the face of circumstances outside of our control. Giving space to layered, complex thoughts, emotions, and experiences and experimenting with new ways of being with a compassionate, well-trained therapist can support you in navigating a life that feels more like yours.
We’re wired toward a sense of belonging and connection to ourselves and others, but we all have strategies to protect us and adapt to life's challenges. Sometimes these inadvertently impact our mental/emotional health and get in the way of the flow of life, leaving us feeling confused, stuck, or disconnected. Other times, those strategies feel suddenly inadequate in the face of circumstances outside of our control. Giving space to layered, complex thoughts, emotions, and experiences and experimenting with new ways of being with a compassionate, well-trained therapist can support you in navigating a life that feels more like yours.
Deidre Daly
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28806 (Online Only)
I am a seasoned, virtual, private pay, pay what you can therapist. I graduated from the MFT program at Portland State University where I was trained in strategies and interventions that focus on you and the systems around you. I believe we develop our relationship strategies and our sense of self at a young age in ways that are adaptive to the world, and people, around us. Often times, we bring these old adaptive patterns to our adult relationships even when they are no longer serving us. I can help you to recognize and change these old relationship patterns, including your relationship with yourself, that no longer serve you.
I am a seasoned, virtual, private pay, pay what you can therapist. I graduated from the MFT program at Portland State University where I was trained in strategies and interventions that focus on you and the systems around you. I believe we develop our relationship strategies and our sense of self at a young age in ways that are adaptive to the world, and people, around us. Often times, we bring these old adaptive patterns to our adult relationships even when they are no longer serving us. I can help you to recognize and change these old relationship patterns, including your relationship with yourself, that no longer serve you.
I work with clients in a relaxed, informal, and professional way to promote emotional safety and comfort within the relationship so that they can process openly and authentically about meaningful and often sensitive topics. While experiencing this connection, people are able to gain presence, reflect on experiences and plan for personal maintenance, change and growth. Many clients enjoy both spending time in the office, taking walks, spending time in nature, and/or meeting virtually for telehealth sessions. I like to utilize physical activity, mindfulness, and ecotherapy for engagement and emphasizing overall health and wellness.
I work with clients in a relaxed, informal, and professional way to promote emotional safety and comfort within the relationship so that they can process openly and authentically about meaningful and often sensitive topics. While experiencing this connection, people are able to gain presence, reflect on experiences and plan for personal maintenance, change and growth. Many clients enjoy both spending time in the office, taking walks, spending time in nature, and/or meeting virtually for telehealth sessions. I like to utilize physical activity, mindfulness, and ecotherapy for engagement and emphasizing overall health and wellness.
Karen Piekarski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28806 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt that this life is too hard and too fast? That you are not sure what steps to take next? I believe that life is about balance and learning to navigate our paths with mindfulness and joy. I use a unique approach with each client as we are all unique individuals. I use many therapy modalities to assist a client to reach their therapeutic goals. I am interested in assisting you on your path to find your own sense of well being.
Have you ever felt that this life is too hard and too fast? That you are not sure what steps to take next? I believe that life is about balance and learning to navigate our paths with mindfulness and joy. I use a unique approach with each client as we are all unique individuals. I use many therapy modalities to assist a client to reach their therapeutic goals. I am interested in assisting you on your path to find your own sense of well being.
People show up to work with me because they're grappling with a new life situation, processing grief for a lost loved one, managing anxiety or depression, seeking greater connection with others, trying to heal a relationship, or just looking for a safe place to talk things through. I believe everyone has their own inner wisdom, and I want to help people recognize and attune to that wisdom, to help them reverse negative cycles and rewrite stories that create hardship and hold them back from finding meaning, fulfillment, and joy in life.
People show up to work with me because they're grappling with a new life situation, processing grief for a lost loved one, managing anxiety or depression, seeking greater connection with others, trying to heal a relationship, or just looking for a safe place to talk things through. I believe everyone has their own inner wisdom, and I want to help people recognize and attune to that wisdom, to help them reverse negative cycles and rewrite stories that create hardship and hold them back from finding meaning, fulfillment, and joy in life.
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Pamela Millis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS, CGP
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801 (Online Only)
I work with my patients to uncover, understand, and free unconscious patterns of relating to self and others. My training background is in Relational and Modern Psychoanalysis, Group Therapy, Attachment, and Buddhist Psychology. I provide psychotherapy to individuals and long-term groups. I also provide clinical supervision to psychotherapists.
I work with my patients to uncover, understand, and free unconscious patterns of relating to self and others. My training background is in Relational and Modern Psychoanalysis, Group Therapy, Attachment, and Buddhist Psychology. I provide psychotherapy to individuals and long-term groups. I also provide clinical supervision to psychotherapists.
Therapy can be useful to people from all walks of life. I'm here to support you. The quality of the relationship between you and your therapist is a crucial factor in any successful therapy. In-depth psychotherapy work depends upon the growth and development of a collaborative relationship, which supports your becoming aware of the formative aspects of your intellectual and emotional life. When we speak honestly, addressing our life histories and looking with courage at our life dilemmas – we improve our chances of living a satisfying and fulfilling life. This is done at your pace, and to the level you find helpful.
Therapy can be useful to people from all walks of life. I'm here to support you. The quality of the relationship between you and your therapist is a crucial factor in any successful therapy. In-depth psychotherapy work depends upon the growth and development of a collaborative relationship, which supports your becoming aware of the formative aspects of your intellectual and emotional life. When we speak honestly, addressing our life histories and looking with courage at our life dilemmas – we improve our chances of living a satisfying and fulfilling life. This is done at your pace, and to the level you find helpful.
Rachel Weiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28805
Partnering in the healing process with my clients is such an honor for me. I work with a variety of issues, with a focus on healing from trauma, or adverse life experiences. I can also help with life changes and stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, phobias, low self-esteem, relationship issues, secondary traumatic stress, complex trauma and dissociative "disorders." I work hard to meet the needs of each individual, providing a safe, non-judgmental, empathic space essential for healing. I am up front and "real," while highly nurturing, and caring; I believe in the transformative effects of the therapeutic relationship.
Partnering in the healing process with my clients is such an honor for me. I work with a variety of issues, with a focus on healing from trauma, or adverse life experiences. I can also help with life changes and stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, phobias, low self-esteem, relationship issues, secondary traumatic stress, complex trauma and dissociative "disorders." I work hard to meet the needs of each individual, providing a safe, non-judgmental, empathic space essential for healing. I am up front and "real," while highly nurturing, and caring; I believe in the transformative effects of the therapeutic relationship.
Chelsie Newkirk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803 (Online Only)
Like you, my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, afraid, and stuck. You may feel frustrated that you have already had therapy and done a lot of work, yet find yourself in the same patterns that you want to move beyond. You may feel unfulfilled in your relationships and wonder if things can get better. You might even notice a pattern or theme in your relationships that you need to make sense of. You may struggle with a harsh inner critic and have a difficult time building a positive relationship with yourself. You might feel hopeless because you have felt this way for a long time with little relief.
Like you, my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, afraid, and stuck. You may feel frustrated that you have already had therapy and done a lot of work, yet find yourself in the same patterns that you want to move beyond. You may feel unfulfilled in your relationships and wonder if things can get better. You might even notice a pattern or theme in your relationships that you need to make sense of. You may struggle with a harsh inner critic and have a difficult time building a positive relationship with yourself. You might feel hopeless because you have felt this way for a long time with little relief.
Ailsa Bennett
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Life is simply too much to navigate alone. We all need the support of trusted others to witness and process the changing tides of our lives with us. You may find yourself needing a lot of reassurance, not trusting yourself, having trouble making decisions, or feeling disconnected from your loved ones. You might feel confused by your emotional responses to things. Thoughts like "Am I overreacting?" or "Why can't I seem to control my emotions?" often leave you feeling lonely or defective. You have no trouble thinking and analyzing, but it doesn't seem to be making you feel any better.
Life is simply too much to navigate alone. We all need the support of trusted others to witness and process the changing tides of our lives with us. You may find yourself needing a lot of reassurance, not trusting yourself, having trouble making decisions, or feeling disconnected from your loved ones. You might feel confused by your emotional responses to things. Thoughts like "Am I overreacting?" or "Why can't I seem to control my emotions?" often leave you feeling lonely or defective. You have no trouble thinking and analyzing, but it doesn't seem to be making you feel any better.
I offer lively, growth-oriented consultation for people ready for change in their personal, professional, and creative lives. My years in practice have sharpened my abilities in close listening, flexible thinking, problem solving and effective communication. I’ve helped my clients address challenging dilemmas, accept difficult realities, enhance creative thinking and access their emotional intelligence. My clients most often find fresh perspective, new language, useful insight and direction to further develop their efforts and themselves. I’m not easily overwhelmed by strong feelings or complex issues, and I don’t judge.
I offer lively, growth-oriented consultation for people ready for change in their personal, professional, and creative lives. My years in practice have sharpened my abilities in close listening, flexible thinking, problem solving and effective communication. I’ve helped my clients address challenging dilemmas, accept difficult realities, enhance creative thinking and access their emotional intelligence. My clients most often find fresh perspective, new language, useful insight and direction to further develop their efforts and themselves. I’m not easily overwhelmed by strong feelings or complex issues, and I don’t judge.
I believe everyone deserves a space to process, heal, and grow no matter the circumstance. My therapeutic approach is rooted in collaboration, resiliency, and compassion. I believe healing is a nonlinear process and unique to each individual. I am passionate about facilitating a safe environment in which individuals can explore their own path of self-discovery. I use experiential, expressive arts, body-based, cognitive, and behavioral approaches in my work with clients. I work with teens and adults who have experienced trauma, loss, and eating disorders.
I believe everyone deserves a space to process, heal, and grow no matter the circumstance. My therapeutic approach is rooted in collaboration, resiliency, and compassion. I believe healing is a nonlinear process and unique to each individual. I am passionate about facilitating a safe environment in which individuals can explore their own path of self-discovery. I use experiential, expressive arts, body-based, cognitive, and behavioral approaches in my work with clients. I work with teens and adults who have experienced trauma, loss, and eating disorders.
Rachael Chatham, LCMHC - Whole Self Therapy, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, CYT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Moving through life repeating the same patterns in relationships can be incredibly frustrating. Dealing with a relentless inner critic, struggling to get away from constant worries about if you're "doing it right," or attempting to heal the disconnect within or with loved ones can all create a significant amount of dis-ease in our lives. Having been a psychotherapist for close to fifteen years I am honored to be a consistent, objective and inquisitive presence for the individuals I get to work with. If you are struggling with sticky life-patterns, challenging relationships, or are going through a major transition, I'd love to help.
Moving through life repeating the same patterns in relationships can be incredibly frustrating. Dealing with a relentless inner critic, struggling to get away from constant worries about if you're "doing it right," or attempting to heal the disconnect within or with loved ones can all create a significant amount of dis-ease in our lives. Having been a psychotherapist for close to fifteen years I am honored to be a consistent, objective and inquisitive presence for the individuals I get to work with. If you are struggling with sticky life-patterns, challenging relationships, or are going through a major transition, I'd love to help.
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