Strength-Based Therapists in Chapel Hill, NC
I will use a holistic and strength-based approach to ensure a high quality of care.
Hi, my name is Eleri (rhymes with “celery”)! I am a child and adolescent mental health therapist specialized in developmental and psychiatric disabilities. While I am rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I integrate elements of several modalities including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, play therapy, and adventure/experiential therapy into my practice. My primary focus is providing individual psychotherapy to children, teens, and college students (ages 5 to 25).
I will use a holistic and strength-based approach to ensure a high quality of care.
Hi, my name is Eleri (rhymes with “celery”)! I am a child and adolescent mental health therapist specialized in developmental and psychiatric disabilities. While I am rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I integrate elements of several modalities including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, play therapy, and adventure/experiential therapy into my practice. My primary focus is providing individual psychotherapy to children, teens, and college students (ages 5 to 25).
Jandira Zaki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (Online Only)
Along with traditional talk therapy, I integrate modalities such as Constructed Awareness; CBT & DBT Skills, ACT Skills, Strength-based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing plus informed self-compassion practices.
Hello, Hola! I am Jandira - a Bilingual (English-Spanish) Latina Therapist based in North Carolina. I take delight in working with folks (ages 16 to 35+) who face challenges related to self-worth/esteem, identity/cultural issues, acculturation issues, family-of-origin experiences, family conflict and interpersonal difficulties, as well as depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Along with traditional talk therapy, I integrate modalities such as Constructed Awareness; CBT & DBT Skills, ACT Skills, Strength-based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing plus informed self-compassion practices.
Hello, Hola! I am Jandira - a Bilingual (English-Spanish) Latina Therapist based in North Carolina. I take delight in working with folks (ages 16 to 35+) who face challenges related to self-worth/esteem, identity/cultural issues, acculturation issues, family-of-origin experiences, family conflict and interpersonal difficulties, as well as depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Kayleen Schepper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27516 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Taking the step to find a therapist can be overwhelming. I am glad you are here. My goal is to provide a safe space for self-exploration, change, and healing. I work with children, teenagers, and adults dealing with a variety of challenges, including painful feelings, emotional numbness, undesired behaviors, unhelpful thinking, mood challenges, self-esteem issues, perfectionism, interpersonal conflict, life changes, and ongoing stress. My approach is trauma-informed, strength-based, compassionate, collaborative, and empowering. I see you, I am here for you, and I believe in you.
Taking the step to find a therapist can be overwhelming. I am glad you are here. My goal is to provide a safe space for self-exploration, change, and healing. I work with children, teenagers, and adults dealing with a variety of challenges, including painful feelings, emotional numbness, undesired behaviors, unhelpful thinking, mood challenges, self-esteem issues, perfectionism, interpersonal conflict, life changes, and ongoing stress. My approach is trauma-informed, strength-based, compassionate, collaborative, and empowering. I see you, I am here for you, and I believe in you.
Karen Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27516 (Online Only)
As a clinician, I embrace a strength-based approach and I borrow from many different cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy theories. I believe that building a positive therapeutic relationship is of great importance in the therapeutic process and that our time together should feel supportive and safe. I utilize dialogue, psychoeducation, relaxation/ mindfulness, reframing negative thoughts and positive decision making.
As a clinician, I embrace a strength-based approach and I borrow from many different cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy theories. I believe that building a positive therapeutic relationship is of great importance in the therapeutic process and that our time together should feel supportive and safe. I utilize dialogue, psychoeducation, relaxation/ mindfulness, reframing negative thoughts and positive decision making.
Pooja Ganatra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A, LCAS
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
I use strength-based perspectives to empower applying therapeutic skills in real-world settings.
Are you wanting to enhance your mental well-being, foster self-awareness, improve relationships, and find fulfillment? Feeling overwhelmed or struggling? Needing a safe, non-judgmental space to explore yourself and develop coping skills? Want to feel happier, more in control? More in touch with your body? Move past reoccurring problems? I support clients of all ages and backgrounds to address various issues including depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, trauma, ADHD, substance use, relationship conflicts, family conflicts, navigating multi-cultural issues, with particular experience with Asian and American cultures.
I use strength-based perspectives to empower applying therapeutic skills in real-world settings.
Are you wanting to enhance your mental well-being, foster self-awareness, improve relationships, and find fulfillment? Feeling overwhelmed or struggling? Needing a safe, non-judgmental space to explore yourself and develop coping skills? Want to feel happier, more in control? More in touch with your body? Move past reoccurring problems? I support clients of all ages and backgrounds to address various issues including depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, trauma, ADHD, substance use, relationship conflicts, family conflicts, navigating multi-cultural issues, with particular experience with Asian and American cultures.
Gabrielle Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (Online Only)
My specialties include anxiety, depression, panic attack disorder, relationship issues, relationship anxiety, trauma, and grief/loss through a strength-based lens using CBT, DBT, and SFT creatively tailored to fit your needs.
You made it! You may not feel like you’re making it right now-and that’s totally okay. However, take a moment to reflect that you’ve made it to THIS moment in search for hope, understanding, growth, and relief. You’ve already made it through frustration (scrolling through hundreds of strangers faces to find a therapist), hopelessness, sadness, anxiety, trauma, and much more. I want to walk beside you through the difficult feelings you’ve been experiencing to help you create a life that you don’t just make it through, but actually ENJOY!
My specialties include anxiety, depression, panic attack disorder, relationship issues, relationship anxiety, trauma, and grief/loss through a strength-based lens using CBT, DBT, and SFT creatively tailored to fit your needs.
You made it! You may not feel like you’re making it right now-and that’s totally okay. However, take a moment to reflect that you’ve made it to THIS moment in search for hope, understanding, growth, and relief. You’ve already made it through frustration (scrolling through hundreds of strangers faces to find a therapist), hopelessness, sadness, anxiety, trauma, and much more. I want to walk beside you through the difficult feelings you’ve been experiencing to help you create a life that you don’t just make it through, but actually ENJOY!
My approach is strength-based and client-centered.
Shine Your Light Counseling offers support and encouragement for those going through difficult and stressful times. At any given moment, life can feel as if it is spiraling out of control. My role is to help with these situations that may be causing you stress, anxiety, uncertainty, or doubt. I believe we all have the capacity to grow and make changes needed to better our physical and mental health.
My approach is strength-based and client-centered.
Shine Your Light Counseling offers support and encouragement for those going through difficult and stressful times. At any given moment, life can feel as if it is spiraling out of control. My role is to help with these situations that may be causing you stress, anxiety, uncertainty, or doubt. I believe we all have the capacity to grow and make changes needed to better our physical and mental health.
We all need space for support, exploration, and growth. Therapy can be that space. I am a licensed psychologist with an approach to therapy that is collaborative and strength-based. My intent is to meet you where you are and to work on the changes you most value. All people have the ability to grow and together we can find a way to reach your goals. I know that to do this work, we need a strong therapist-client relationship built on trust and authenticity. I integrate various theoretical approaches including humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and multicultural perspectives.
We all need space for support, exploration, and growth. Therapy can be that space. I am a licensed psychologist with an approach to therapy that is collaborative and strength-based. My intent is to meet you where you are and to work on the changes you most value. All people have the ability to grow and together we can find a way to reach your goals. I know that to do this work, we need a strong therapist-client relationship built on trust and authenticity. I integrate various theoretical approaches including humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and multicultural perspectives.
Aly Attaway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
I value strength-based, positive psychology, and trauma-informed interventions, but more importantly, believe it is salient that you feel we match as well.
Taking New Clients! I recognize that life is difficult, therefore, I am passionate about bringing healing to others. I am a compassionate, caring and motivated individual determined to further assist clients with identifying their internal strengths and providing support towards their continued evolving, growing and becoming empowered members of society. In a world which is forever changing, I will continue striving to encourage, support and guide clients towards building firmer foundations. In my care, you will receive a comfortable, confidential, and supportive space. The truth is opening up is hard and change is hard too.
I value strength-based, positive psychology, and trauma-informed interventions, but more importantly, believe it is salient that you feel we match as well.
Taking New Clients! I recognize that life is difficult, therefore, I am passionate about bringing healing to others. I am a compassionate, caring and motivated individual determined to further assist clients with identifying their internal strengths and providing support towards their continued evolving, growing and becoming empowered members of society. In a world which is forever changing, I will continue striving to encourage, support and guide clients towards building firmer foundations. In my care, you will receive a comfortable, confidential, and supportive space. The truth is opening up is hard and change is hard too.
Therapy can sometimes be intimidating, but I will work with you to provide the non-judgmental, safe space needed to aid you on your self-discovery and mental health journey. My style prioritizes your individual needs and remains open to change depending on what works best for your growth. To help, I use solution-focused interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), strength-based approaches, motivational interviewing and more.
Therapy can sometimes be intimidating, but I will work with you to provide the non-judgmental, safe space needed to aid you on your self-discovery and mental health journey. My style prioritizes your individual needs and remains open to change depending on what works best for your growth. To help, I use solution-focused interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), strength-based approaches, motivational interviewing and more.
Courtney Hart
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
I have immediate availability, and will contact you within 24 hours. Currently accepting virtual and in-person clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counseling Associate at Lifeologie Counseling. Are you ready to reach your mental health goals? I can you help you on your journey to wellness. My focus is to help you increase your motivation to change, process past experiences, set boundaries, examine beliefs, and create a value driven life.
I have immediate availability, and will contact you within 24 hours. Currently accepting virtual and in-person clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counseling Associate at Lifeologie Counseling. Are you ready to reach your mental health goals? I can you help you on your journey to wellness. My focus is to help you increase your motivation to change, process past experiences, set boundaries, examine beliefs, and create a value driven life.
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Natalia Torres del Valle: Expressive Arts Therapy
Counselor, MA, REAT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Waitlist for new clients
As an expressive arts therapist, I am dedicated to helping children and adolescents navigate their emotions, find their voice, and discover their true selves. I believe that the arts provide a powerful outlet for expression, allowing us to tap into our innermost thoughts and feelings. In our sessions, I create a safe and inclusive space for your child to explore their internal world. Through various art forms, we delve into the depths of their experiences, unraveling emotions that may have been held tightly within. My approach is holistic and strength-based, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual or group.
As an expressive arts therapist, I am dedicated to helping children and adolescents navigate their emotions, find their voice, and discover their true selves. I believe that the arts provide a powerful outlet for expression, allowing us to tap into our innermost thoughts and feelings. In our sessions, I create a safe and inclusive space for your child to explore their internal world. Through various art forms, we delve into the depths of their experiences, unraveling emotions that may have been held tightly within. My approach is holistic and strength-based, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual or group.
Ben Morton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Waitlist for new clients
I work form a strength-based perspective and use a multifaceted treatment approach where I utilize a diverse set of modalities to help guide us.
Hello! I appreciate you being here. Working in diverse treatment settings have helped shaped my therapeutic framework as well as the people who I enjoy working with. My therapeutic framework is integrative and holistic where I incorporate mind, body, and spirit into our work. My client's will typically have experiences of or identify as: people who use drugs or have a history of substance use, members of the LBTQIA+ community, millennials, children of emotionally immature parents, high achievers, dysregulated nervous systems, spiritual, past trauma, new at therapy, and anticapitalist/social justice advocates.
I work form a strength-based perspective and use a multifaceted treatment approach where I utilize a diverse set of modalities to help guide us.
Hello! I appreciate you being here. Working in diverse treatment settings have helped shaped my therapeutic framework as well as the people who I enjoy working with. My therapeutic framework is integrative and holistic where I incorporate mind, body, and spirit into our work. My client's will typically have experiences of or identify as: people who use drugs or have a history of substance use, members of the LBTQIA+ community, millennials, children of emotionally immature parents, high achievers, dysregulated nervous systems, spiritual, past trauma, new at therapy, and anticapitalist/social justice advocates.
The struggle in life can get real, sometimes more often than we like. Maybe you are struggling with feeling stressed, isolated, hopeless, anxious, lost or unmotivated. It could be that life has become misaligned and you are ready to address your substance use whether it be alcohol and/or other drugs. Maybe you are the primary caregiver for your aging parent or grandparent, and the physical and emotional challenges have become too overwhelming. You are the expert in your life. I will encourage you to be creatively brave as we navigate and discover ways to strengthen your self-esteem, relationships and coping skills.
The struggle in life can get real, sometimes more often than we like. Maybe you are struggling with feeling stressed, isolated, hopeless, anxious, lost or unmotivated. It could be that life has become misaligned and you are ready to address your substance use whether it be alcohol and/or other drugs. Maybe you are the primary caregiver for your aging parent or grandparent, and the physical and emotional challenges have become too overwhelming. You are the expert in your life. I will encourage you to be creatively brave as we navigate and discover ways to strengthen your self-esteem, relationships and coping skills.
Jonathan Bell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Do you feel that there is a disconnect between who you are and who you present to the world? Perhaps your relationships with others, with substances, with your religion, beliefs, or culture are not what you want them to be. Maybe you're in the midst of a life transition and asking yourself hard questions about the world around you. Whatever the reason may be, my clients bravely come to therapy, seeking ways to live a more authentic life, and I join them as we find ways to do so. I believe that we all deserve to live a life that is true to who we are, and that therapy can help us to achieve that.
Do you feel that there is a disconnect between who you are and who you present to the world? Perhaps your relationships with others, with substances, with your religion, beliefs, or culture are not what you want them to be. Maybe you're in the midst of a life transition and asking yourself hard questions about the world around you. Whatever the reason may be, my clients bravely come to therapy, seeking ways to live a more authentic life, and I join them as we find ways to do so. I believe that we all deserve to live a life that is true to who we are, and that therapy can help us to achieve that.
Stephanie Levin
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
My approach to therapy begins with developing a strong rapport with the client. I work to develop a trusting therapeutic relationship through compassion, empathy, and support. You can expect a laid-back, nonjudgmental environment – perhaps even a bit of humor. Seeking therapy is a sign of strength that should be appreciated as such.
My approach to therapy begins with developing a strong rapport with the client. I work to develop a trusting therapeutic relationship through compassion, empathy, and support. You can expect a laid-back, nonjudgmental environment – perhaps even a bit of humor. Seeking therapy is a sign of strength that should be appreciated as such.
I believe in using an individualist holistic approach with clients. When working with clients I utilize an integrated approach to best meet the personal needs of my clients. This integrative counseling approach strives to balance mindful awareness, a genuine and empathic relationship with the client, and a collaborative effort at identifying what changes a client can make to minimize emotional and behavioral disturbances.
I believe in using an individualist holistic approach with clients. When working with clients I utilize an integrated approach to best meet the personal needs of my clients. This integrative counseling approach strives to balance mindful awareness, a genuine and empathic relationship with the client, and a collaborative effort at identifying what changes a client can make to minimize emotional and behavioral disturbances.
Alissa Alba Fillingame
LCSW Associate , MSW, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Hi, I'm Alissa. I specialize in individual and family therapy for children, teens, parents, and college students. I focus on major life transitions like grief, divorce, and adoption, and address issues such as self-esteem, bullying, suicidal ideation and self-harm, behavioral challenges, relational concerns, anxiety, ADHD, depression, mood disorders, and substance use. I believe deeply in the power of therapy to create space for slowing down, reflecting, and growing with intention I am passionate about working with clients who yearn for more confidence and connection.
Hi, I'm Alissa. I specialize in individual and family therapy for children, teens, parents, and college students. I focus on major life transitions like grief, divorce, and adoption, and address issues such as self-esteem, bullying, suicidal ideation and self-harm, behavioral challenges, relational concerns, anxiety, ADHD, depression, mood disorders, and substance use. I believe deeply in the power of therapy to create space for slowing down, reflecting, and growing with intention I am passionate about working with clients who yearn for more confidence and connection.
Now accepting Medicare. Stressed-out? Feeling lost? Struggling to get through your day? Imagine a life without overwhelming anxiety, depression or self doubt, but instead you can feel empowered, self assured and even just relaxed despite all of life's stressors. Therapy can help you to achieve that self assurance, sense of peace and increased coping ability. I believe that everyone is unique and has their own unique journey; therefore, therapy should be person-centered and non-judgmental.
Now accepting Medicare. Stressed-out? Feeling lost? Struggling to get through your day? Imagine a life without overwhelming anxiety, depression or self doubt, but instead you can feel empowered, self assured and even just relaxed despite all of life's stressors. Therapy can help you to achieve that self assurance, sense of peace and increased coping ability. I believe that everyone is unique and has their own unique journey; therefore, therapy should be person-centered and non-judgmental.
Molly J. McDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MBA, CDM, CSAT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
I provide Psychotherapy, Life & Clinical Coaching, Divorce Coaching & Mediation, Financial psychology counseling & expatriate counseling for individuals, couples and families; treatment and intervention for those affected by mood disorders (depression and anxiety), trauma, grief, loss and professional & personal transition. I have lived abroad, experienced numerous cultural, personal, and professional transitions myself which I draw on in my work. My combined background in mental health & business gives me a unique perspective that allows me to work with individuals who are facing challenges in their personal and professional lives.
I provide Psychotherapy, Life & Clinical Coaching, Divorce Coaching & Mediation, Financial psychology counseling & expatriate counseling for individuals, couples and families; treatment and intervention for those affected by mood disorders (depression and anxiety), trauma, grief, loss and professional & personal transition. I have lived abroad, experienced numerous cultural, personal, and professional transitions myself which I draw on in my work. My combined background in mental health & business gives me a unique perspective that allows me to work with individuals who are facing challenges in their personal and professional lives.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.