Female Therapists in Charlotte, NC

Hello and welcome! I am one of the therapists at Next Chapter Counseling PLLC (visit our website via the link). I specialize in working with older adults, family caregivers, and mid-to older adults (primarily 50+) who are experiencing the stressors and transitions of middle age and beyond. This can include grief, loss, depression, anxiety, career changes, adjusting to new situations or environments, redefining purpose, navigating "empty nesting" or aging, dealing with difficult adult children, coping with chronic illness, caregiving responsibilities, phase of life changes, and more.

Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Whether you've tried therapy before or you're brand new to the process, taking these first steps can be nerve-wracking. Because of this, I believe that the safe, trusting environment and relationship built between therapist and client is at the core of this work. What’s most important to me is that you feel comfortable being yourself in therapy, and my goal is that you always feel heard, supported, and accepted. Therapy is different for everybody, and I want this process to be unique and personal to you and your needs.

As a dedicated therapist specializing in women's issues, I understand the unique challenges and experiences women face throughout their lives. My mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns without judgment. I am deeply committed to understanding the nuances of each woman's journey, whether you are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, or life transitions. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to help you achieve your goals and find inner peace.

None of us go through life without experiencing changes or life transitions. We struggle with depression and fight off our anxiety. We go through our day on autopilot, lacking energy, and feeling hopeless. We isolate ourselves from friends and family, we feel misunderstood, or we temporarily escape reality & lessen our pain with alcohol, drugs, food, etc. Resisting change causes us pain and creates additional stress and anxiety in our lives. Acceptance and embracing change begins the healing. If we approach transitions with curiosity rather than fear, and intention rather than reluctance, we can respond to change and foster growth.

No matter what life brings, YOU are worthy, YOU matter, and YOU can find healing as I commit to offer support, unconditional compassion, and a relentless desire to meet you where you are in life. I consider it an honor to work with children, tweens/teens, families, and adults seeking help and comfort during challenging situations. I aim to equip and encourage parents who are seeking tools and resources to regain confidence in parenting, healthy communication, and secure attachment with their children. Divorce, adoption, anxiety, depression, trauma, life adjustments and emotion regulation are a few of the issues that I typically see.

Accepting new clients! Are you struggling with feeling constantly held back by your past experiences or traumas? Are you feeling directionless or lost? Do you find it challenging to open up about your lived experiences due to not feeling heard, or understood by others? If so, you've come to the right place.

Do you feel like you are in the same relationships all the time no matter who you are with? Perhaps experiencing attachment to unhealthy patterns and/or people? Maybe you had an unpleasant medical experience and now fear care. Perhaps you look in the mirror and don't feel your best. Maybe you have difficulty saying "no" and lean towards "people-pleasing" tendencies. Because people would be mad at you, right? Do you have difficulty with boundaries? Maybe some FOMO or isolating in your sweats watching Netflix but you want more social interactions? If you answered yes to any or all of these, you are in the right place!

Life is always changing. We all experience difficult transitions, relational issues, and unwanted symptoms. We will work together to find solutions that fit best with who you are. My goal is to create an inclusive and collaborative therapeutic relationship that empowers you to make lasting change. You will determine the direction we take when exploring what brings you into therapy.

Wondering if you or your child might be showing signs of neurodivergence? Have you recently learned the term, "Pathological Demand Avoidance?" You may have been scrolling TikTok & thought, "Hey... that's me!". I offer neuroaffirming psychological evaluations to give answers to many questions, including a diagnosis for ADHD and/or Autism, with PDA exploration (I am PDA Certified through PDA NA). The majority of my clients are teens & adults and have long wondered why things seem to be harder for them. I also offer LD/psychoeducational evaluations, PDA parent coaching, & psychotherapy. Note: Currently waitlisted for therapy/coaching.

Accepting New Clients- You are a woman who already has insight and awareness into your difficulties and challenges, but are looking for a therapist to pull it all together and meet you halfway. You struggle with anxiety at times; overthinking, negative thinking and sometimes can not get out of your own way. Things from the past cloud your mind. You understand how your thoughts can be irrational but you have a hard time moving past the "feeling" of how you feel. You want tools and ways to navigate your anxiety and life's ebbs and flows but also ways to cope with what we may not be able to change.

It is my priority to offer a warm and welcoming space for each and every client to feel validated, challenged and empowered throughout their counseling experience. My approach to therapy is from an integrative and holistic perspective to attend to your unique needs, as every client is different. Utilizing a person-centered and solution-focused approach, I will work with you to explore your symptoms, concerns, values, self-worth, personal strengths and areas for growth to develop a foundation of skills and an individualized plan to achieve your goals in therapy.

I am passionate about helping clients develop stronger and happier relationships with themselves and their loved ones, as I believe the quality of these dynamics determines the quality of our lives. I enjoy working alongside individuals as we navigate the patterns and events of their past and present in the hopes of creating healthier and more fulfilling futures. I also enjoy working with couples to help them better understand how their individual patterns show up in their relationship in order to deepen the connection with themselves and their partners.

Ms. Alexis Foust is a dedicated psychotherapist offering her expertise at BlueSky Telepsych in Charlotte, NC. Her practice excels in providing mental health services, focusing on patients in need of support for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, anger management, and couples therapy. With a master’s degree in social work from the University of Southern Mississippi, Ms. Foust brings a wealth of knowledge and a compassionate approach to her work. She strives to have a profound positive impact on her patient’s mental health and emotional well-being, offering professional guidance and unwavering support.

I enjoy working with individuals navigating a range of challenges including anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, low self-esteem and negative body image. With over seven years of experience working with survivors of trauma, I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to process the impact of their life experiences on who they are today. No matter what your struggle may be, you don't have to face it alone. I am here to provide support to empower you on your journey to healing and freedom.

Alexandra Latta is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in the state of North Carolina and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of South Carolina who has over 6 years of professional experience providing clinical services to adolescents, and adults who are exploring issues including life transitions like leaving for college, career growth/ development, and retirement. She also provides counseling support for stress, anxiety, and grief associated with unanticipated events such as a change in health status, loss of income, or the sudden end of a valuable relationship(s).

Jenna Derderian, LCMHC Jenna Derderian is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2022. She received her BA in Psychology with a Minor in Human Service and Rehabilitation Studies from Assumption College in Worcester, MA. Her education continued at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI, where she graduated with a M. A. Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling Program. Jenna believes in the power of planting seeds and promoting hope that people can change, grow, and heal. Humans are resilient beings that sometimes just need to know someone believes in them.

“People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” I care about you and can offer you support, kindness, and a non-judgmental listening ear. I’m here to help you navigate through life’s trials. We will work together from a place of empowerment, discovering your hidden strengths. My therapeutic approach consists of focusing on your unique issues and goals. Not only addressing the problem but treating the whole person. I find creative ways to engage with my clients throughout the therapeutic process by utilizing various restorative practices.

Life is filled with many ups, downs, and uncertainties creating overwhelming stress, anxiety, and changes in one's mood. I am here to help you navigate your way through your journey towards healing, wholeness, and to thrive at life. I offer therapy for those who may be experiencing life changes or transitions, having difficulties in their personal relationships, depression, anxiety, and other challenges that may be affecting your thoughts, mood, and/or quality of life. My experiences have given me the valuable opportunity to work with people from diverse cultural, ethnic, and sexual backgrounds.

Are you looking for H.O.P.E. (Help Overcoming Powerful Emotions)? If you are struggling with identifying your pain points and powerful emotions, let's connect. Therapy is a way to identify, acknowledge and address trauma and triggers. Have you been plagued by shame, guilt, fear, doubt, despair, grief, abandonment, disappointment, hurt, rejection or any other negative emotion? Are you paralyzed by past experiences or decisions? Are you ready to move beyond the notion that you can't move forward? Choosing healing is a powerful choice. Allowing previous pain to prevent you from your promised purpose should NEVER be an option. Get HOPE!