Anxiety Therapists in Columbus, NC
Laura Deterville
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Columbus, NC 28722
Welcome. I'm here to help and support you in your journey to feeling better. Life can be difficult at times and counseling can give you the tools to meet life’s challenges. I offer a safe space to explore life transitions, feelings of depression or anxiety, low self-esteem, grief/loss issues, relationship struggles, midlife issues, caregiver stress and other life challenges. I can help you develop the skills and strategies to gain insight and awareness, cope with life stressors, increase feelings of self-worth, and enhance meaning in your life.
Welcome. I'm here to help and support you in your journey to feeling better. Life can be difficult at times and counseling can give you the tools to meet life’s challenges. I offer a safe space to explore life transitions, feelings of depression or anxiety, low self-esteem, grief/loss issues, relationship struggles, midlife issues, caregiver stress and other life challenges. I can help you develop the skills and strategies to gain insight and awareness, cope with life stressors, increase feelings of self-worth, and enhance meaning in your life.
Complete Peace, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, NC 28722
I have spent my career helping everyday people identify and achieve personal goals by developing effective strategies to navigate feelings of distress, disappointment, anxiety and/ or depression.
Life. It’s about how well we navigate the world around us; our family, friends, partner, career, health, financial obligations, etc. Our happiness is dependent on our capacity to keep “it” together. When one of these is confronted with a challenge, life begins to feel unbalanced. It’s that easy to lose our grasp on happiness. When this happens, life becomes more about survival and getting through the day than it does about savoring the moments and counting our blessings. This is where I can help. Together we will focus on life’s challenges and together we will find the opportunities to reclaim and maintain your Complete Peace.
I have spent my career helping everyday people identify and achieve personal goals by developing effective strategies to navigate feelings of distress, disappointment, anxiety and/ or depression.
Life. It’s about how well we navigate the world around us; our family, friends, partner, career, health, financial obligations, etc. Our happiness is dependent on our capacity to keep “it” together. When one of these is confronted with a challenge, life begins to feel unbalanced. It’s that easy to lose our grasp on happiness. When this happens, life becomes more about survival and getting through the day than it does about savoring the moments and counting our blessings. This is where I can help. Together we will focus on life’s challenges and together we will find the opportunities to reclaim and maintain your Complete Peace.
Stress and struggle are universal in nature; we all face obstacles and barriers that sometimes feel insurmountable. My goal, as a therapist, is to help my clients find more effective ways to cope with the issues they face in their daily lives. Whether that issue is related to your family, spouse, school, career, or past trauma, there are ways to move through adversity and find a way to exist peacefully within your world. Areas of focus include mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, grief, emotion regulation, anger management parenting skills, couples and family therapy.
Stress and struggle are universal in nature; we all face obstacles and barriers that sometimes feel insurmountable. My goal, as a therapist, is to help my clients find more effective ways to cope with the issues they face in their daily lives. Whether that issue is related to your family, spouse, school, career, or past trauma, there are ways to move through adversity and find a way to exist peacefully within your world. Areas of focus include mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, grief, emotion regulation, anger management parenting skills, couples and family therapy.
Polk County Treatment Services
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA , CSAC
Verified Verified
Columbus, NC 28722
Being charged with a DWI can be an overwhelming event. I am here as an educated and supportive professional to help during this difficult time. As a certified substance abuse counselor with the state of N.C. and owner of Polk County Treatment Services, a N.C. State Authorized DWI Facility, I fully understand many of the challenges that can arise during this emotional time. Most assessments can be scheduled within 24 hours of first contact, with afternoon, evening or weekend appointments made available. Treatment groups are tailored to be compatible with my client's work and personal obligations.
Being charged with a DWI can be an overwhelming event. I am here as an educated and supportive professional to help during this difficult time. As a certified substance abuse counselor with the state of N.C. and owner of Polk County Treatment Services, a N.C. State Authorized DWI Facility, I fully understand many of the challenges that can arise during this emotional time. Most assessments can be scheduled within 24 hours of first contact, with afternoon, evening or weekend appointments made available. Treatment groups are tailored to be compatible with my client's work and personal obligations.
Are you looking for a listening ear? Someone who is genuine, willing to join you in your journey to reach your goals? Geoff is here for you.
Are you looking for a listening ear? Someone who is genuine, willing to join you in your journey to reach your goals? Geoff is here for you.
More Therapists Nearby
Reaching out for help can feel weighted down in fear and anxiety, and it is incredibly brave.
In a world full of people, you may be feeling alone, misunderstood, or not truly seen by those around you. This can happen when we are disconnected with those we love or when we are going through difficult things. We weren't meant to traverse this world alone, and developing meaningful relationships with those around us is important to our overall health and wellbeing. If you struggle in relationship with yourself or others and would like to learn how to improve overall self-esteem, healthy boundaries, relationships with family and friends, then you are at the right place.
Reaching out for help can feel weighted down in fear and anxiety, and it is incredibly brave.
In a world full of people, you may be feeling alone, misunderstood, or not truly seen by those around you. This can happen when we are disconnected with those we love or when we are going through difficult things. We weren't meant to traverse this world alone, and developing meaningful relationships with those around us is important to our overall health and wellbeing. If you struggle in relationship with yourself or others and would like to learn how to improve overall self-esteem, healthy boundaries, relationships with family and friends, then you are at the right place.
Karing Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS , CCS, LCAS ,
Verified Verified
Tryon, NC 28782
I specialize in trauma, anxiety and substance use disorders.
Are you struggling with how to work though trauma and the way it currently impacts your life ? Do you struggle to get though the present, without looking back to the past and the pain that it inflicted. There is hope to have a better life, establish the life you want and need. I start with meeting you there, and helping you build the boundaries and moving toward the life that you want to live. I offer a safe space for you to build this life that you are craving.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety and substance use disorders.
Are you struggling with how to work though trauma and the way it currently impacts your life ? Do you struggle to get though the present, without looking back to the past and the pain that it inflicted. There is hope to have a better life, establish the life you want and need. I start with meeting you there, and helping you build the boundaries and moving toward the life that you want to live. I offer a safe space for you to build this life that you are craving.
We all struggle. It is universal. But we can all also learn practices, tools, and insights to help us struggle well. Whether you are feeling hopeless, lost, confused, or down, I believe we can work together to find a way through the tough times and develop the skills you need to keep moving forward in positivity. Areas of focus include mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, ADHD, substance abuse issues, veterans' concerns, and parenting skills.
We all struggle. It is universal. But we can all also learn practices, tools, and insights to help us struggle well. Whether you are feeling hopeless, lost, confused, or down, I believe we can work together to find a way through the tough times and develop the skills you need to keep moving forward in positivity. Areas of focus include mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, ADHD, substance abuse issues, veterans' concerns, and parenting skills.
Terri L Morgan
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Tryon, NC 28782
Not accepting new clients
Specific areas of specialization include depression and anxiety, relationship issues, family issues, substance abuse and dependence, personality disorders, mood disorders, and sexual trauma.
I offer in-depth, insight oriented and compassionate psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and groups and have been involved in the counseling and mental health field since 1990. My goal is to provide treatment designed to help individuals to identify negative or self-sabotaging thinking patterns and behavior, and to develop healthier, more fulfilling relationships and an enhanced quality of life.
Specific areas of specialization include depression and anxiety, relationship issues, family issues, substance abuse and dependence, personality disorders, mood disorders, and sexual trauma.
I offer in-depth, insight oriented and compassionate psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and groups and have been involved in the counseling and mental health field since 1990. My goal is to provide treatment designed to help individuals to identify negative or self-sabotaging thinking patterns and behavior, and to develop healthier, more fulfilling relationships and an enhanced quality of life.
Online Therapists
Megan Ashley Smith
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-A, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
Let me pour you a cup of tea or coffee and lets talk. I am incredibly proud of you for taking the first step towards your mental health journey. Life is too short to let our trauma control us, bad relationships consume us, and have our anxiety and depression overwhelm us. That is why I want to help you achieve the happiness in life that you deserve. I want you to find your purpose and flourish. I work with those who are struggling with life or work stress, relationship issues, anxiety and depression, body image, low self-esteem, and existential issues.
Let me pour you a cup of tea or coffee and lets talk. I am incredibly proud of you for taking the first step towards your mental health journey. Life is too short to let our trauma control us, bad relationships consume us, and have our anxiety and depression overwhelm us. That is why I want to help you achieve the happiness in life that you deserve. I want you to find your purpose and flourish. I work with those who are struggling with life or work stress, relationship issues, anxiety and depression, body image, low self-esteem, and existential issues.
I specialize in several areas including grief, single-parenting, infant loss (infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, and abortion), pre-marriage & marriage, divorce, blended family, parenting, trauma, abuse (of all types), terminal illness, depression, anxiety, and much more.
My life experiences and personal testimony is evidence of God's ability to restore and redeem. My journey in becoming a counselor has given me an understanding for the need to see others through God's perspective, a holistic view in providing care and compassion, while ministering to individuals using various resources and methods. No one person or situation is alike. The uniqueness to your story requires personal insight while allowing the Holy Spirit to heal the inner person. I use biblically based teaching intertwined with psychological tools, to minister to the entire person: mind, body, spirit, soul.
I specialize in several areas including grief, single-parenting, infant loss (infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, and abortion), pre-marriage & marriage, divorce, blended family, parenting, trauma, abuse (of all types), terminal illness, depression, anxiety, and much more.
My life experiences and personal testimony is evidence of God's ability to restore and redeem. My journey in becoming a counselor has given me an understanding for the need to see others through God's perspective, a holistic view in providing care and compassion, while ministering to individuals using various resources and methods. No one person or situation is alike. The uniqueness to your story requires personal insight while allowing the Holy Spirit to heal the inner person. I use biblically based teaching intertwined with psychological tools, to minister to the entire person: mind, body, spirit, soul.
Melissa Francis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Mount Holly, NC 28120 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Melissa Francis, LCMHC and owner of Supportive Steps PLLC. I work with adolescents and adults, specializing in providing support for grief, anxiety, depression, codependency, low self-esteem, adjustment related concerns, and trauma. There are times in our life that we feel lost and are trying to make sense of our past circumstances, making us feel overwhelmed and confused.
Hello, I am Melissa Francis, LCMHC and owner of Supportive Steps PLLC. I work with adolescents and adults, specializing in providing support for grief, anxiety, depression, codependency, low self-esteem, adjustment related concerns, and trauma. There are times in our life that we feel lost and are trying to make sense of our past circumstances, making us feel overwhelmed and confused.
David Durpetti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
I have over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples (Gottman) and families that are experiencing a variety of complex issues including anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, bullying, self-esteem, and relationship issues.
Life can be full of obstacles and one wants to ensure that we do not stand in our own way of success. Are you tired of your own thoughts, moods, and behaviors stressing you out, making you depressed, increasing your anxiety, making you easily angered, and/or disturbing your sleep? If so, I would love to partner with you on your journey to overcoming these patterns that tend to be direct obstacles in feeling your best and reaching your absolute potential.
I have over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples (Gottman) and families that are experiencing a variety of complex issues including anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, bullying, self-esteem, and relationship issues.
Life can be full of obstacles and one wants to ensure that we do not stand in our own way of success. Are you tired of your own thoughts, moods, and behaviors stressing you out, making you depressed, increasing your anxiety, making you easily angered, and/or disturbing your sleep? If so, I would love to partner with you on your journey to overcoming these patterns that tend to be direct obstacles in feeling your best and reaching your absolute potential.
Alexis (Lexi) Peacock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Arden, NC 28704 (Online Only)
I’m the right fit for you if you are looking for someone to be authentic and honest with you. Life has a way of giving us more than we feel we can handle sometimes, individually, in our relationships or as a family. It takes bravery to step outside of the patterns that we are stuck in and do something different. Experiences, trauma, anxiety, depression, you name it, can throw barriers our way to feel like it's impossible to thrive. I am here to tell you it is possible to live a secure, confident and productive life.
I’m the right fit for you if you are looking for someone to be authentic and honest with you. Life has a way of giving us more than we feel we can handle sometimes, individually, in our relationships or as a family. It takes bravery to step outside of the patterns that we are stuck in and do something different. Experiences, trauma, anxiety, depression, you name it, can throw barriers our way to feel like it's impossible to thrive. I am here to tell you it is possible to live a secure, confident and productive life.
Carrie Whitaker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28202 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with fear, worry, or self-doubt? Do you wrestle with sadness and a lack of contentment? Are you facing grief over the loss of a loved one, a job, or a relationship? Are you experiencing major life changes or transitions? Often our emotions negatively impact our daily life and our relationships. It is possible to feel better and take back control of your emotions. I would be honored to help you get there.
Are you struggling with fear, worry, or self-doubt? Do you wrestle with sadness and a lack of contentment? Are you facing grief over the loss of a loved one, a job, or a relationship? Are you experiencing major life changes or transitions? Often our emotions negatively impact our daily life and our relationships. It is possible to feel better and take back control of your emotions. I would be honored to help you get there.
Stephanie Holmes
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
Stephanie's main areas of focus include counseling individuals in need of mental health services to address a variety of concerns related to social, emotional, or behavioral disturbances, depression, anxiety, ocd, trauma, grief, stress and/or life changes.
Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), who has been practicing since 2018. She graduated from GardnerWebb University with a Master's and Education Specialist degree (MA/EdS) in Mental Health Counseling. Stephanie approaches the counseling relationship with a genuine intent to understand individual needs as she collaborates with clients to generate goals for life changes. She views therapy as an opportunity for people to learn more about themselves and their role in the context of relationships.
Stephanie's main areas of focus include counseling individuals in need of mental health services to address a variety of concerns related to social, emotional, or behavioral disturbances, depression, anxiety, ocd, trauma, grief, stress and/or life changes.
Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), who has been practicing since 2018. She graduated from GardnerWebb University with a Master's and Education Specialist degree (MA/EdS) in Mental Health Counseling. Stephanie approaches the counseling relationship with a genuine intent to understand individual needs as she collaborates with clients to generate goals for life changes. She views therapy as an opportunity for people to learn more about themselves and their role in the context of relationships.
Amy has worked extensively with depression and anxiety needs with individuals.
Amy brings a patient and calming spirit to therapy, along with her good spirited humor, creating a safe environment for her clients to address their needs. "Therapy can be hard work. It is important to feel accepted in the therapy space and have faith that your therapist "gets you" and is ready to bear witness to whatever need you bring to each session. I am truly grateful to get to witness this with my client and join them in their growth process." Amy enjoys working with individuals, couples, children and adolescents.
Amy has worked extensively with depression and anxiety needs with individuals.
Amy brings a patient and calming spirit to therapy, along with her good spirited humor, creating a safe environment for her clients to address their needs. "Therapy can be hard work. It is important to feel accepted in the therapy space and have faith that your therapist "gets you" and is ready to bear witness to whatever need you bring to each session. I am truly grateful to get to witness this with my client and join them in their growth process." Amy enjoys working with individuals, couples, children and adolescents.
I specialize in healing anxiety, depression, and PTSD symptoms.
As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I have had the privilege of being welcomed into the lives of many children, teens, adults, parents, and families as they walk along their path towards healing. I particularly enjoy working with teenagers, young adults, and their parents. Clients who are stuck in patterns that are getting in the way of living the way they want to live find relief when we work together.
I specialize in healing anxiety, depression, and PTSD symptoms.
As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I have had the privilege of being welcomed into the lives of many children, teens, adults, parents, and families as they walk along their path towards healing. I particularly enjoy working with teenagers, young adults, and their parents. Clients who are stuck in patterns that are getting in the way of living the way they want to live find relief when we work together.
Amanda Hall
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NPT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210 (Online Only)
I am passionate about empowering women of all ages to pursue health and healing while navigating the journey towards positive growth. Through my practice, I specialize in addressing various challenges including, but not limited to, women's issues, depression, anxiety, parenting struggles, low self-esteem, trauma, survivors of domestic violence, and grief.
I am passionate about empowering women of all ages to pursue health and healing while navigating the journey towards positive growth. Through my practice, I specialize in addressing various challenges including, but not limited to, women's issues, depression, anxiety, parenting struggles, low self-esteem, trauma, survivors of domestic violence, and grief.
I truly enjoy working with people experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and other trauma-related symptoms.
Let's get curious, and work together to unlock the transformative power of your unconscious mind! I believe that through the process of therapy we can relieve you from the shackles of burdensome negative thoughts and discover true self and self love. As a psychodynamic therapist, I am deeply committed to facilitating transformative change and healing in the lives of my clients. If you are ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing, I am here to walk alongside you! I work with men, women, adults, adolescents, couples and everything in-between.
I truly enjoy working with people experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and other trauma-related symptoms.
Let's get curious, and work together to unlock the transformative power of your unconscious mind! I believe that through the process of therapy we can relieve you from the shackles of burdensome negative thoughts and discover true self and self love. As a psychodynamic therapist, I am deeply committed to facilitating transformative change and healing in the lives of my clients. If you are ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing, I am here to walk alongside you! I work with men, women, adults, adolescents, couples and everything in-between.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.