Female Therapists in Conover, NC

Kitty Conley Benfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Not Verified Not Verified
Conover, NC 28613
I counsel clients from ages 3-85 years of age. I work with clients that have ADD, ADHD, Compulsive and anxiety behaviors, Bi-Polar issues, Depression, Marital Therapy, Separation Anxiety disorders, Family Therapy, Divorce issues, PTSD. I am a RN for 43 years, A Licensed Professional Counselor for the past 15 years. I have worked in Mental Health for the past 23 years. I use the following modalities to treat my clients; Cognitive Behavorial Techniques, Experiential Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Strategic and Structural Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Object Relations Therapy,and Play Therapy for the age. I normally use a combined therapy techniques, according to the individual needs of the client.
I counsel clients from ages 3-85 years of age. I work with clients that have ADD, ADHD, Compulsive and anxiety behaviors, Bi-Polar issues, Depression, Marital Therapy, Separation Anxiety disorders, Family Therapy, Divorce issues, PTSD. I am a RN for 43 years, A Licensed Professional Counselor for the past 15 years. I have worked in Mental Health for the past 23 years. I use the following modalities to treat my clients; Cognitive Behavorial Techniques, Experiential Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Strategic and Structural Therapies, Narrative Therapy, Object Relations Therapy,and Play Therapy for the age. I normally use a combined therapy techniques, according to the individual needs of the client.
(828) 738-1167 View (828) 738-1167
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Julie Marie Dollar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conover, NC 28613
I am passionate about working with kids, teens, and adults who are struggling with Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Personality Disorders, as well as any other challenges in life. I am looking for client's who are tired of surviving and who want to experience life at it's fullest.
I am passionate about working with kids, teens, and adults who are struggling with Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Personality Disorders, as well as any other challenges in life. I am looking for client's who are tired of surviving and who want to experience life at it's fullest.
(828) 622-4294 x5 View (828) 622-4294 x5
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Kazandra Bishop
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conover, NC 28613
Everyone's story is unique; shaped by family, culture, personal beliefs and experiences. Life can be full of challenges that are overwhelming and difficult to cope with. You can get trapped in unhealthy patterns of behavior or toxic relationships. Whether you are struggling with minor stumbling blocks or tackling life altering challenges, you have the power and ability to overcome them. I aim to create a safe space where you can share your narrative and know that you are heard and understood.
Everyone's story is unique; shaped by family, culture, personal beliefs and experiences. Life can be full of challenges that are overwhelming and difficult to cope with. You can get trapped in unhealthy patterns of behavior or toxic relationships. Whether you are struggling with minor stumbling blocks or tackling life altering challenges, you have the power and ability to overcome them. I aim to create a safe space where you can share your narrative and know that you are heard and understood.
(704) 237-0104 View (704) 237-0104
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Melissa Leonhardt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conover, NC 28613  (Online Only)
I welcome clients of all genders. I respect that gender identity may not be the central issue, I also help you work on things such as anxiety and depression. I welcome clients who are working to better understand their gender identity or those seeking gender transition. I can help with related to gender, including social isolation and family issues. If transitioning, I provide therapy for hormone treatment and gender transition-related surgeries. I also provide therapy for Depression and Anxiety. Please email- brandnewdaycounseling@gmail.com
I welcome clients of all genders. I respect that gender identity may not be the central issue, I also help you work on things such as anxiety and depression. I welcome clients who are working to better understand their gender identity or those seeking gender transition. I can help with related to gender, including social isolation and family issues. If transitioning, I provide therapy for hormone treatment and gender transition-related surgeries. I also provide therapy for Depression and Anxiety. Please email- brandnewdaycounseling@gmail.com
(828) 266-0467 View (828) 266-0467
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Walk With Me Healing Steps
Counselor, NLC-EP, ESMHL
Verified Verified
Conover, NC 28613
Feel lost and alone. Unable to find your way and exhausted from feeling lost? You desperately feel the need for relief. You feel like there’s no hope to find happiness again. I know you know. Because I was also there. I had lost myself. I was on the wrong path leading deeper into despair. I read all kinds of self-help books and even went to counseling but I still felt lost. If you can relate then trauma recovery coaching might be right for you. I found my way back and I can help you find your way back.
Feel lost and alone. Unable to find your way and exhausted from feeling lost? You desperately feel the need for relief. You feel like there’s no hope to find happiness again. I know you know. Because I was also there. I had lost myself. I was on the wrong path leading deeper into despair. I read all kinds of self-help books and even went to counseling but I still felt lost. If you can relate then trauma recovery coaching might be right for you. I found my way back and I can help you find your way back.
(828) 373-6114 View (828) 373-6114
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Janice M. Blocker
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conover, NC 28613  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Janice Blocker. Are you or someone you love struggling with mental health challenges? I may be able to help. What are your goals? Do you need a little motivation to reach the next level? Sometimes, you just need an active listener. I can help guide you to a better understanding of yourself, I can be a coach or your biggest cheerleader. Therapy is about you, your needs and what you want to achieve with therapy. I hope I can get a chance to meet you!
Hello, my name is Janice Blocker. Are you or someone you love struggling with mental health challenges? I may be able to help. What are your goals? Do you need a little motivation to reach the next level? Sometimes, you just need an active listener. I can help guide you to a better understanding of yourself, I can be a coach or your biggest cheerleader. Therapy is about you, your needs and what you want to achieve with therapy. I hope I can get a chance to meet you!
(828) 373-2732 View (828) 373-2732
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Shavodka Love Nowacki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Conover, NC 28613  (Online Only)
My goal is to be there for you every step of your journey. Working to help others heal, grow, and be empowered to live your best life.
My goal is to be there for you every step of your journey. Working to help others heal, grow, and be empowered to live your best life.
(828) 761-3958 View (828) 761-3958
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Aimee Jenkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conover, NC 28613
My belief is that in order to create and sustain a happy, well-balanced life, we must first define what "happy" looks like, then figure out how to obtain it! This can oftentimes be daunting when experiencing the challenges of mental health, and significant life transitions. I have dedicated my entire career to partnering with individuals and families and meeting them where they are to work on achieving this goal. I regularly use mindfulness skills and always promote a trauma-informed approach to all we work on. Regardless, I work to meet you where you are and utilize appropriate interventions. My focus
My belief is that in order to create and sustain a happy, well-balanced life, we must first define what "happy" looks like, then figure out how to obtain it! This can oftentimes be daunting when experiencing the challenges of mental health, and significant life transitions. I have dedicated my entire career to partnering with individuals and families and meeting them where they are to work on achieving this goal. I regularly use mindfulness skills and always promote a trauma-informed approach to all we work on. Regardless, I work to meet you where you are and utilize appropriate interventions. My focus
(910) 348-7498 View (910) 348-7498
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Mia Redmond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conover, NC 28613  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(980) 372-6226 View (980) 372-6226
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Runy Thao
LCSW Associate, MSW, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conover, NC 28613
It can be difficult to process our life experiences through the expectations we may feel from others and ourselves. What does our suffering, struggles, and experiences say about who we are? My desire is to provide a safe and brave place for individuals who may need to process and make sense of their experiences. I have worked with adults who have experienced depression, anxiety, trauma, relational issues, and adults who have needed coping skills and are in the middle of life transitions.
It can be difficult to process our life experiences through the expectations we may feel from others and ourselves. What does our suffering, struggles, and experiences say about who we are? My desire is to provide a safe and brave place for individuals who may need to process and make sense of their experiences. I have worked with adults who have experienced depression, anxiety, trauma, relational issues, and adults who have needed coping skills and are in the middle of life transitions.
(828) 521-0483 View (828) 521-0483
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Catherine Elizabeth Cochran
Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Conover, NC 28613
Have you chosen to embrace your wellness, and explore and pursue your goals? Are you ready to address your challenges in a supportive, non-judgmental environment? Depression, anxiety, feeling overwhelmed and unsupported, struggling with anger and relationships can make you feel alone and afraid. You are not alone and you are brave. When you are ready to make a change in your life, counseling can help.
Have you chosen to embrace your wellness, and explore and pursue your goals? Are you ready to address your challenges in a supportive, non-judgmental environment? Depression, anxiety, feeling overwhelmed and unsupported, struggling with anger and relationships can make you feel alone and afraid. You are not alone and you are brave. When you are ready to make a change in your life, counseling can help.
(980) 858-5157 View (980) 858-5157
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Amy Eades Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Conover, NC 28613  (Online Only)
Accepting only Telehealth patients in North Carolina and West Virginia. I have been working in the social work field for over 25 years and have focused in healthcare and crisis settings. I am hoping to connect with others who want to explore trauma and grief, anxiety and depression, however that may look for them.
Accepting only Telehealth patients in North Carolina and West Virginia. I have been working in the social work field for over 25 years and have focused in healthcare and crisis settings. I am hoping to connect with others who want to explore trauma and grief, anxiety and depression, however that may look for them.
(828) 202-8360 View (828) 202-8360
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Melissa Mitchell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Conover, NC 28613  (Online Only)
(828) 426-5942 View (828) 426-5942
Jean Epstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Conover, NC 28613
(828) 374-0839 View (828) 374-0839

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Sara Nafziger-Shelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28601
We each have the wisdom within ourselves to guide us on our life journey. However, we often forget to listen when life around us is loud, confusing or perplexing. Additionally, childhood trauma or old baggage interferes with our listening ability. These distractions prevent us from hearing our own inner wisdom. I am a sojourner with my clients as I help them learn to listen to their own internal wisdom. Together, we work to discover inner healing, peace and life balance in their lives.
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Karen D. Hernandez
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton, NC 28658  (Online Only)
Hi! Im Karen, and I am an LCMHC, LCAS, ( 8 years ) in providing therapy for clients. I graduated from Lenoir Rhyne University, Hickory, North Carolina. I currently serve clients from ages 10-99 years old. So just as my slogan says I want to help you recover, rejuvenate, and replenish. Together we can work to build your resilience so that whatever you may be dealing with in life you won't get down and stay down you will learn the skills in sessions and be able to rejuvenate (the act of energizing, revitalizing) yourself and get back up.
Hi! Im Karen, and I am an LCMHC, LCAS, ( 8 years ) in providing therapy for clients. I graduated from Lenoir Rhyne University, Hickory, North Carolina. I currently serve clients from ages 10-99 years old. So just as my slogan says I want to help you recover, rejuvenate, and replenish. Together we can work to build your resilience so that whatever you may be dealing with in life you won't get down and stay down you will learn the skills in sessions and be able to rejuvenate (the act of energizing, revitalizing) yourself and get back up.
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Paula Garrard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28602
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have worked over the last 15 + years helping people through difficult times in their lives. I am compassionate, caring and offer a safe place to express your feelings without judgement, to improve your life regardless of the issues you face. I help people experiencing loss and grief, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, life changes, self-worth, relationship/marital issues, chronic/terminal illness, adjustment at retirement, and many other issues that maybe keeping you from living your best life. The holistic approach I incorporate is always tailored to your specific issues and needs.
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(828) 900-2599 View (828) 900-2599
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Amy Cooper
Counselor, MA, LCAS, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28601
Hello and welcome! I understand how difficult it is to ask for help. My goal is to create a safe space for you to be you- to just be human. Whether you are dealing with the shame of substance use issues, sexual identity concerns, or childhood traumas, I offer space for you to be vulnerable. What I do not provide is judgment. I offer acceptance. I believe we all heal through connection. I am here to support you through your individual journey- whatever that looks like. We can lay the burdens down together. You are not alone.
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Sharon Woodard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28601  (Online Only)
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Ceara Calloway Cuthbertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28601
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.