Depression Therapists in Emerald Isle, NC
J Michael Petroro LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMH
Verified Verified
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
"What hurts the most is pretending it doesn't." Reaching out to others for help is never easy, going it alone is even harder. Life sometimes provides us with demands, challenges and obstacles that sometimes can become overwhelming. Do you have a rough time at school, tired of arguing with your parents. Are you struggling with relationships, going through a breakup/divorce. Maybe your suffering from anxiety, stress or depression. While creating a supportive environment we can work together on building a solid foundation and begin to change how you see others, how you see circumstances and more importantly how you see yourself.
"What hurts the most is pretending it doesn't." Reaching out to others for help is never easy, going it alone is even harder. Life sometimes provides us with demands, challenges and obstacles that sometimes can become overwhelming. Do you have a rough time at school, tired of arguing with your parents. Are you struggling with relationships, going through a breakup/divorce. Maybe your suffering from anxiety, stress or depression. While creating a supportive environment we can work together on building a solid foundation and begin to change how you see others, how you see circumstances and more importantly how you see yourself.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I have extensive experience working with individuals with issues like anxiety, depression, impulse control, addiction, chronic and life-threatening illness, life transitions, grief and loss, relationship/family problems, stress management, and job stress. I combine a variety of modalities, perspectives, and techniques including client-centered, cognitive behavioral, existential, humanistic, mindfulness, solution-focused, somatic, and trauma-informed care. My mission is to help you manage stress and find more balance in your life.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I have extensive experience working with individuals with issues like anxiety, depression, impulse control, addiction, chronic and life-threatening illness, life transitions, grief and loss, relationship/family problems, stress management, and job stress. I combine a variety of modalities, perspectives, and techniques including client-centered, cognitive behavioral, existential, humanistic, mindfulness, solution-focused, somatic, and trauma-informed care. My mission is to help you manage stress and find more balance in your life.
Michelle Richmond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
My experience includes work in addictions, co-dependency, child welfare, domestic violence, hospice/grief, military issues, caregiver issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, parenting, adoption, attachment, and relationship issues.
I look forward to working with you to identify areas of concern and develop goals to address those concerns. I will use various therapeutic techniques (CBT and Strength Focused Approach) as well as resources to assist in resolving issues to meet your goals. I am trained in the use of EMDR with adults and children to address trauma and anxiety, which I have observed to be effective and life changing for many. I am happy to incorporate Christian/Biblical principles in our work together if you so choose.
My experience includes work in addictions, co-dependency, child welfare, domestic violence, hospice/grief, military issues, caregiver issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, parenting, adoption, attachment, and relationship issues.
I look forward to working with you to identify areas of concern and develop goals to address those concerns. I will use various therapeutic techniques (CBT and Strength Focused Approach) as well as resources to assist in resolving issues to meet your goals. I am trained in the use of EMDR with adults and children to address trauma and anxiety, which I have observed to be effective and life changing for many. I am happy to incorporate Christian/Biblical principles in our work together if you so choose.
Sagestone PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LPCA, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
At Sagestone, we respect and acknowledge the vital aspects of your life and take a "whole you" approach. We use empathy, compassion, and curiosity to better understand you and your needs. We listen. We share our experience, "know how", and provide thought-provoking, substantive, and practical process. We provide support that fosters safety, curiosity, and growth. We meet you where you are, in the here and now, allowing you to experience grounded vulnerability, presence, and acceptance, as you expand your way of being to embody inner peace, balance, and empowerment.
At Sagestone, we respect and acknowledge the vital aspects of your life and take a "whole you" approach. We use empathy, compassion, and curiosity to better understand you and your needs. We listen. We share our experience, "know how", and provide thought-provoking, substantive, and practical process. We provide support that fosters safety, curiosity, and growth. We meet you where you are, in the here and now, allowing you to experience grounded vulnerability, presence, and acceptance, as you expand your way of being to embody inner peace, balance, and empowerment.
Nicole Leigh Bettis
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
I am a marriage & family therapist and a registered play therapist. I have a wide range of experience in working with children, adolescents, couples, individuals, and families. My areas of specialization working with issues related to divorce, child custody, parenting, co-parenting, infidelity, family loss/grief, military family issues, school or work related problems, adoption, infertility, emotion regulation, trust and abandonment issues. My goal is to provide a private, safe place for you to better understand your situation and to help you make the changes necessary to live the life you desire.
I am a marriage & family therapist and a registered play therapist. I have a wide range of experience in working with children, adolescents, couples, individuals, and families. My areas of specialization working with issues related to divorce, child custody, parenting, co-parenting, infidelity, family loss/grief, military family issues, school or work related problems, adoption, infertility, emotion regulation, trust and abandonment issues. My goal is to provide a private, safe place for you to better understand your situation and to help you make the changes necessary to live the life you desire.
Sagestone, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
At Sagestone, we respect and acknowledge the vital aspects of your life and take a "whole you" approach. We use empathy, compassion, and curiosity to better understand you and your needs. We listen. We share our experience, "know how", and provide thought-provoking, substantive, and practical process. We provide support that fosters safety, curiosity, and growth. We meet you where you are, in the here and now, allowing you to experience grounded vulnerability, presence, and acceptance, as you expand your way of being to embody inner peace, balance, and empowerment.
At Sagestone, we respect and acknowledge the vital aspects of your life and take a "whole you" approach. We use empathy, compassion, and curiosity to better understand you and your needs. We listen. We share our experience, "know how", and provide thought-provoking, substantive, and practical process. We provide support that fosters safety, curiosity, and growth. We meet you where you are, in the here and now, allowing you to experience grounded vulnerability, presence, and acceptance, as you expand your way of being to embody inner peace, balance, and empowerment.
Jennifer Tremblay Pettee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Emerald Isle, NC 28594 (Online Only)
Overwhelmed? We can be overwhelmed by many things; work/family demands, grief, romantic relationships, health, traumatic events, and so on. Sometimes, even when we feel like we SHOULD be happy, we are not. At Bonne Journée PLLC, I take a "Big Picture" approach to help empower clients to sort out what is meaningful and helpful in their lives.
Overwhelmed? We can be overwhelmed by many things; work/family demands, grief, romantic relationships, health, traumatic events, and so on. Sometimes, even when we feel like we SHOULD be happy, we are not. At Bonne Journée PLLC, I take a "Big Picture" approach to help empower clients to sort out what is meaningful and helpful in their lives.
Gina Zotz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Emerald Isle, NC 28594 (Online Only)
Experiencing a loss or trauma can feel alienating and leave you lacking connection. Maybe you have experienced a loss/trauma while also navigating pregnancy, postpartum or infertility. Maybe you are or were military or a First Responder but don't feel supported by the systems in place to "help". You might want to feel different but struggle to navigate the how. Or the opposite you understand the how, you have done lots of therapy and continue to feel like you are not making the progress you wish. Whether you've never been to therapy before or you have tried it before but feel stuck; you are in the right place.
Experiencing a loss or trauma can feel alienating and leave you lacking connection. Maybe you have experienced a loss/trauma while also navigating pregnancy, postpartum or infertility. Maybe you are or were military or a First Responder but don't feel supported by the systems in place to "help". You might want to feel different but struggle to navigate the how. Or the opposite you understand the how, you have done lots of therapy and continue to feel like you are not making the progress you wish. Whether you've never been to therapy before or you have tried it before but feel stuck; you are in the right place.
Life can be extremely challenging and we could all use some help with navigation. I can work with you to provide a safe, relaxing environment where you can freely express yourself without judgment or bias. There is no "one size fits all" approach to therapy, and I treat each client as an individual. We will work together to create a treatment plan that best meets your needs and help you make sense of the difficulties you may be currently facing.
Life can be extremely challenging and we could all use some help with navigation. I can work with you to provide a safe, relaxing environment where you can freely express yourself without judgment or bias. There is no "one size fits all" approach to therapy, and I treat each client as an individual. We will work together to create a treatment plan that best meets your needs and help you make sense of the difficulties you may be currently facing.
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David Knappenberger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Swansboro, NC 28584 (Online Only)
Seeing clients through the Psychology Today Telehealth portal allows me to assist clients throughout NC. I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, anger issues, PTSD and Asperger's disorder. I work with couples to improve their communications & the overall quality of their relationships. I assist couples whose relationships have suffered from infidelity. I also help families deal with the challenges of divorce, step family formation, and parent/teenager conflicts. I have experienced divorce, remarriage, and step family issues, thus I understand the emotional impact of these life changes.
Seeing clients through the Psychology Today Telehealth portal allows me to assist clients throughout NC. I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, anger issues, PTSD and Asperger's disorder. I work with couples to improve their communications & the overall quality of their relationships. I assist couples whose relationships have suffered from infidelity. I also help families deal with the challenges of divorce, step family formation, and parent/teenager conflicts. I have experienced divorce, remarriage, and step family issues, thus I understand the emotional impact of these life changes.
I am experienced in the areas of anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, grief, behavior issues and various issues pertaining to mental health & wellness.
Counseling for children, adolescents, adults, & couples. Professional, confidential support for Children, Adolescents and Adults, Families and Couples. If you are struggling with relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, parenting, issues at work or difficulty figuring out where you fit in. Does your child have behavior challenges? socialization struggles? Are you experiencing loss of a loved one or a broken relationship? Past traumatic event making life seem unbearable therapy provides you someone who will listen, offer guidance, and offer support as you learn new coping strategies and gain insight.
I am experienced in the areas of anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, grief, behavior issues and various issues pertaining to mental health & wellness.
Counseling for children, adolescents, adults, & couples. Professional, confidential support for Children, Adolescents and Adults, Families and Couples. If you are struggling with relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, parenting, issues at work or difficulty figuring out where you fit in. Does your child have behavior challenges? socialization struggles? Are you experiencing loss of a loved one or a broken relationship? Past traumatic event making life seem unbearable therapy provides you someone who will listen, offer guidance, and offer support as you learn new coping strategies and gain insight.
Dr. Suzan Douville
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Swansboro, NC 28584
Individual: Anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, life changes (work stressors, childbirth, parenting, deployment of a spouse, moving into a new and unfamiliar environment as experienced by many military spouses, etc.
I am a general psychologist (PhD) and a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC), originally from Berlin, Germany, with over 15 years of experience in individual and marriage counseling. I specialize in depression, anxiety, anger, bipolar disorder, deployment stress (for spouses), new mom, trauma (PTSD), and marital conflict (communication issues, healing from any type of infidelity, etc.). I served as the Regional Director of the Licensed Clinical Counselor's of North Carolina (LCCNC 2009-2023) and occasionally also teach psychology courses to my wonderful students.
Individual: Anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, life changes (work stressors, childbirth, parenting, deployment of a spouse, moving into a new and unfamiliar environment as experienced by many military spouses, etc.
I am a general psychologist (PhD) and a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC), originally from Berlin, Germany, with over 15 years of experience in individual and marriage counseling. I specialize in depression, anxiety, anger, bipolar disorder, deployment stress (for spouses), new mom, trauma (PTSD), and marital conflict (communication issues, healing from any type of infidelity, etc.). I served as the Regional Director of the Licensed Clinical Counselor's of North Carolina (LCCNC 2009-2023) and occasionally also teach psychology courses to my wonderful students.
Maria Donaty-Gurba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swansboro, NC 28584
I have studied developments in neuroscience extensively & how we can use these findings to develop skills to reduce anxiety, alleviate depression & face challenges of all kinds.
Reaching out & asking for help can be really hard. If you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Medical issues, Relationship/Marital Issues, problem behaviors, maintaining sobriety, unwanted change or navigating & adjusting to difficult decisions it is important to seek help. Whether you're going through a painful transition like divorce, having difficulty in your relationships, self-medicating with substances, or have debilitating anxiety or depression- guidance from a qualified, objective person is necessary. I will help you gain insight into the root cause of what is keeping you stuck.
I have studied developments in neuroscience extensively & how we can use these findings to develop skills to reduce anxiety, alleviate depression & face challenges of all kinds.
Reaching out & asking for help can be really hard. If you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Medical issues, Relationship/Marital Issues, problem behaviors, maintaining sobriety, unwanted change or navigating & adjusting to difficult decisions it is important to seek help. Whether you're going through a painful transition like divorce, having difficulty in your relationships, self-medicating with substances, or have debilitating anxiety or depression- guidance from a qualified, objective person is necessary. I will help you gain insight into the root cause of what is keeping you stuck.
"Once upon a time..." is the beginning of many stories If you are seeking therapy, you have a story to tell. Perhaps your story is filtered through the lens of depression, anxiety, trauma or substance dependence. I will listen, and remain attentive to, and curious about the intricacies of your story. I will provide an atmosphere of safety without judgment so that enlightenment, healing and growth can take place. I use Solution-Focused approach to therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques in my work with couples, families and individuals to help enhance and maintain rewarding relationships and manage life transitions.
"Once upon a time..." is the beginning of many stories If you are seeking therapy, you have a story to tell. Perhaps your story is filtered through the lens of depression, anxiety, trauma or substance dependence. I will listen, and remain attentive to, and curious about the intricacies of your story. I will provide an atmosphere of safety without judgment so that enlightenment, healing and growth can take place. I use Solution-Focused approach to therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques in my work with couples, families and individuals to help enhance and maintain rewarding relationships and manage life transitions.
Hello! I'm thrilled to have you here. From daily worries to depression, anxiety, or trauma-related concerns I'm here to help you every step of the way. I recognize that seeking support can seem daunting, especially if you're uncertain about therapy's fit for you. Doubts and uncertainties are common! You might value your self-sufficiency and independence, yet find yourself overwhelmed by emotions or the demands of life. You might be someone who prides themselves on being self-sufficient and independent, yet finds themselves struggling to manage everything. Despite doubts, you crave relief and healthier coping.
Hello! I'm thrilled to have you here. From daily worries to depression, anxiety, or trauma-related concerns I'm here to help you every step of the way. I recognize that seeking support can seem daunting, especially if you're uncertain about therapy's fit for you. Doubts and uncertainties are common! You might value your self-sufficiency and independence, yet find yourself overwhelmed by emotions or the demands of life. You might be someone who prides themselves on being self-sufficient and independent, yet finds themselves struggling to manage everything. Despite doubts, you crave relief and healthier coping.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Depression? Family or marital issues? Just having a hard time getting through your day to day? We've all been there and I want to help you create and implement positive goals in your life to get you going in the right direction.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Depression? Family or marital issues? Just having a hard time getting through your day to day? We've all been there and I want to help you create and implement positive goals in your life to get you going in the right direction.
James Douglas (Doug) Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Swansboro, NC 28584
I am accepting New Clients- I have a good deal of experience in counseling those struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, spirituality, and life transitions. I assist individuals and couples to achieve their goals by helping them to gain insight, improve coping skills, and build supportive and nurturing relationships. As a therapist who is a Christian, when asked, I am able to offer counseling services which integrate faith, Biblical concepts, and psychology in a way that respects each individual’s right to develop their own beliefs. My mission is to help my clients to feel better, and to enjoy life more fully.
I am accepting New Clients- I have a good deal of experience in counseling those struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, spirituality, and life transitions. I assist individuals and couples to achieve their goals by helping them to gain insight, improve coping skills, and build supportive and nurturing relationships. As a therapist who is a Christian, when asked, I am able to offer counseling services which integrate faith, Biblical concepts, and psychology in a way that respects each individual’s right to develop their own beliefs. My mission is to help my clients to feel better, and to enjoy life more fully.
I treat youth to elderly clients that may have issues with depression, anxiety, grief, marital and family problems, etc.
How did that make you feel? I have heard that this is all that was asked during a counseling session. Although your feelings are meaningful and very valid, my approach will be supportive and goal oriented to make you feel heard and make progress towards a positive change in your life. We all have problems, thoughts, feelings, or experiences that can impact our well-being. I know first-hand how to find ways to cope or work through those. I will be here to support you and find the appropriate interventions or therapies for your specific journeys. I will use different techniques (CBT, DBT, etc) to help meet your goals.
I treat youth to elderly clients that may have issues with depression, anxiety, grief, marital and family problems, etc.
How did that make you feel? I have heard that this is all that was asked during a counseling session. Although your feelings are meaningful and very valid, my approach will be supportive and goal oriented to make you feel heard and make progress towards a positive change in your life. We all have problems, thoughts, feelings, or experiences that can impact our well-being. I know first-hand how to find ways to cope or work through those. I will be here to support you and find the appropriate interventions or therapies for your specific journeys. I will use different techniques (CBT, DBT, etc) to help meet your goals.
Beverly holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Radford University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Appalachian State University. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in North Carolina, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and a Trauma certified clinician, she has more than 15 years of experience providing mental health counseling to a wide variety of people. Prior to joining Teladoc, Beverly served as clinical director for a psychiatric hospital, as well as regional director for a community mental health agency.
Beverly holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Radford University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Appalachian State University. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in North Carolina, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and a Trauma certified clinician, she has more than 15 years of experience providing mental health counseling to a wide variety of people. Prior to joining Teladoc, Beverly served as clinical director for a psychiatric hospital, as well as regional director for a community mental health agency.
Chrissy's Empowering Counseling Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Swansboro, NC 28584
Now accepting new clients! Whether you are having a bad day or just need someone to talk to, finding the right therapist can be extremely difficult. Please take the time to take advantage of my 15 minute free consultation. During this consultation, we can take time to discuss and highlight the areas of concern and decide if we are a good fit to work together in order to gain the maximum benefit from your therapy. I take the time to actively listen so that education and empowerment can be used to assist in solving many of life’s challenges.
Now accepting new clients! Whether you are having a bad day or just need someone to talk to, finding the right therapist can be extremely difficult. Please take the time to take advantage of my 15 minute free consultation. During this consultation, we can take time to discuss and highlight the areas of concern and decide if we are a good fit to work together in order to gain the maximum benefit from your therapy. I take the time to actively listen so that education and empowerment can be used to assist in solving many of life’s challenges.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.