Feminist Therapists in Burlington, NC

My goal in therapy is to guide you in self-exploration so you can better understand yourself and the issues you face, and then learn what it looks like to live in alignment with your values. At the foundation of this work is a trustworthy therapeutic relationship. I have experience and am trained to help clients navigate eating disorders/disordered eating, anxiety, depression, religious trauma, pregnancy/postpartum, and significant life transitions. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming clinician devoted to creating a safe space for all identities. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and am Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned.

I believe in the power of individual healing and meeting my clients where they are through creativity, active listening, and reflection. Life can be difficult, but we are all equipped with the power to change and heal from the brutality of being a human in a flawed world. I strive to help you become the best version of yourself using an individual, patient, kind, but direct counseling style. I aim to help individuals build stronger relationships with themselves so they can build stronger communities and connections with others.

Welcome! My name is Jennifer Wilson and I am a licensed clinical social worker providing quality supportive services. I am motivated to provide quality care to children, adolescents, and adults. I continue to work tirelessly to stay abreast of current trends as an out-patient therapist. I earned my Master's in Social Work at Fayetteville State University with a concentration in mental health and substance abuse. I have experience with working with a variety of addictions including but not limited to: sex, gambling, workaholics, substance abuse, and love/relationship.

Taking the first step to seek mental health treatment with the social stigma and stereotypes around the world can be challenging in it's itself. Stigma and stereotypes can cause people to not seek help for fear of the unknown and being judged by others. I offer an open safe supportive environment for clients to discuss their issues with out judgment. My goal is to have an open dialogue with clients about their goals and outcomes in treatment. I tailor therapy to the client's needs and strengths perspective to empower change. I am willing to invest the time and energy to helping my clients meet their needs.

My main goal as a therapist is to help people who are experiencing discomfort in their lives or looking to improve their quality of life. There is much excitement on my end of serving as a mental health therapist. Using a non-judgmental lens, I want to start each journey with learning about you and allowing time for us to build a therapeutic relationship. This will allow you to feel connected during our sessions! I love working with a broad range of clients. I have a special interest in helping college students and young adults navigate the challenges and transitions that come with adulthood.

Have you ever made a choice and immediately asked yourself: "Why in the world did I do that?" Imagine if you had talked with someone you trusted before you made that choice. What a difference some compassion and understanding can make. Lighten your burden with someone to walk with you through your difficult life choices. Whether you're wrestling with a work-related challenge or a situation in your intimate relationship, I can offer you a safe space, a ready ear, and help with the choices you're trying to make. Feel heard, understood, and confident in your decisions. That's what therapy offers.

Tired of hating your body? Of waiting until you lose weight to pursue your goals or dreams? Do you struggle with binge or emotional eating and want to be able to enjoy food again? Do you have a medical condition like PCOS that makes it difficult to trust your body? Imagine spending your days focused on the people, activities, and ideas you love. Free from negative thinking, fear of food, and body hate. It is possible! You deserve to enjoy food, to move in ways that feel joyful, and to treat your body kindly and gently. I help people feel at home in their bodies, make peace with food, and live fuller lives.

Are you a human being with feelings? Do those feelings sometimes get really big and make it feel like things are out of control? All of us go through this during our lifetime. Maybe you go to the grocery store and it’s so people-y that you feel like you’re going to have a panic attack because you’re still not quite used to being around so many people at once. Or maybe you are struggling with grief and you don’t know how to live without the person you lost. Maybe you don’t enjoy things anymore and the people you love keep asking you what’s wrong and you don’t know how to answer them.

GoldStar Counseling & Wellness Center provides client-centered, therapeutic services for individuals seeking constructive solutions to regain daily, emotional stability. Key areas of focus are: sexual, emotional and physical abuse, childhood/adult trauma, depression, grief and loss, anxiety, anger management, relational problems, PTSD in addition to substance abuse and other addictions. GoldStar Counseling & Wellness Center prides itself in providing a safe, welcoming environment for clients to engage in non-judgmental conversations under the trusted guidance of our licensed therapists. Clients have the benefit of exploring both our coaching and counseling services to ensure the most effective results. Ultimately, we listen to and assess each client’s needs based on their unique set of experiences and desired goals, to provide them with the most appropriate pathway for progress. Located in the Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina, GoldStar Counseling & Wellness Center is proud to serve clients in the Greensboro, High Point, Winston Salem, Charlotte, RTP, and surrounding areas.