Christian Therapists in Chapel Hill, NC

Starting therapy can be an intimidating process. My desire as a counselor is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you are free to be your authentic self and explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace. Together, we will investigate your wants and needs, the thoughts that trouble you, and the life experiences that have impacted you. I aim to work collaboratively with you to create and achieve goals and find balance in your life.

Life's journey requires resilience, and seeking therapy is a pivotal choice. I offer unwavering support tailored to your unique needs. In our therapeutic partnership, I cultivate a safe space for you to embrace your authentic self. Together, we'll navigate the connections between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, fostering deeper awareness. I aim to equip you with skills to address your needs and cultivate positive changes. I'm honored to guide you toward achieving your goals on your path to resilience and personal growth, fostering a transformative experience that acknowledges your strengths and helps you overcome challenges.

Is Accepting Clients - Society teaches us that anxiety is weak, but this couldn't be further from the truth. If you struggle with expectations, difficult emotions, or a general feeling that you're not good enough, I can help. I work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds on issues including anxiety, trauma, depression, grief and loss, racial and ethnic identity concerns, adjustment and transition difficulties, general health and wellness, college student development, and work/career transition. I offer a comfortable space to be yourself and to focus on getting the most from your life.

Are you a so-called empath, overachiever, perfectionist or riddled with anxiety? Has life all just become a little too much and you need some space to process it? Boy, isn’t that the truth. Do you or someone you love have a brain health challenge? Parkinson’s disease, traumatic brain injury/concussion, mild cognitive impairment, multiple sclerosis, ADHD, problems with concentration or memory? Good news. I’m a board-certified neuropsychologist and we can handle that together. I know what these challenges mean - scientifically, and how they affect your day-to-day and relationships.

My approach to counseling is compassionate and supportive. I believe that you are the expert on your life and that we are partners in the counseling process. I use techniques from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), narrative therapy, feminist theory, and existentialist theory. I strive for my work to be inclusive and validating of all experiences and identities; I am an ally to the LGBTQ+ community.

In this busy and sometimes difficult life, you may find yourself in need of support. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I provide specialized support to individuals, couples, and families. Whether you are struggling with work life balance, life's disappointments, grief, relationship issues, infertility, infidelity, self-esteem, or simply becoming the person you want to be, I am able to support you. I am committed to helping you build a healthy life and better relationships. I will help you become the best version of you.

Life has so many struggles, problems and transitions and it often feels difficult to cope. I believe we all have the capacity to bring about change; as a therapist I guide and support my client toward growth and healing. I help you to explore your feelings to build self awareness and insight regarding your personal concerns. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults.

I know trying to find a therapist can feel draining. My goal is to offer you a safe space amongst that sea of overwhelm! My clients will be met where they are at in session and given the tools necessary in moving forward, and beyond therapy. My counseling approach is centered around cognitive therapy, utilizing strength-based and process-oriented modalities. I specialize in anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, phobias, life transitions, and relationship issues. I primarily work with college and graduate students, teens, and individual adults.

Congratulations on embarking upon the next step in your journey! Each of these steps — every experience of bliss, fear, frustration, or sorrow — have all lead you to this very moment. The challenges and complexities of your day-to-day life may have lead you here. The traumas, losses, and heartaches of the past have, too. And while I would rather that each of us would be spared these experiences — it is my hope that I may have a chance to partner alongside you as you grow and, ideally, heal from each of them.

A foundational quote for my work as well as my life has been “Be kind for everyone is facing a hard battle.” One’s battle could be feeling alone even when surrounded by people, trying to manage countless life stressors, or struggling to overcome addiction amongst others. Meeting you where you are at and seeing past your symptoms to who you are as a person is central to who I am as a counselor. Within your battle, I strive to compassionately assist you in recognizing the strengths that you have within yourself to cope.

I work with adults of all ages who find themselves overwhelmed by situations in their lives. The issues might involve end of relationships, serious health conditions, conflict in relationships, and grief. Adults have multiple responsibilities that include earning a living, meeting financial expenses, caring for children and older family members. It is natural that we forget to think about ourselves. We may become irritable, sad, resentful, and tired all the time. We want someone who can listen without judging. We want a therapist who "gets us", who understands our pain, and wants to help us move forward.