Experiential Therapy in Fuquay Varina, NC
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Anxiety, trauma, addiction, depression...these things are universal forces that touch each of us in some way. No matter how they present themselves, two things are certain. First, that none of us is meant to face them alone and second, that none of them need be a life sentence. Each of us goes through pain and suffering relationally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Each of us deserves someone who will walk with us as we heal.
Anxiety, trauma, addiction, depression...these things are universal forces that touch each of us in some way. No matter how they present themselves, two things are certain. First, that none of us is meant to face them alone and second, that none of them need be a life sentence. Each of us goes through pain and suffering relationally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Each of us deserves someone who will walk with us as we heal.
![Photo of Dr. Lana Sampson, PhD, MS, LCMHCA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c3e0a338-ee69-4387-b375-5ad0d4a3f68e/2/320x400.jpeg)
One Size Does Not Fit All. To experience the depth of our better selves, one must first courageously face fears that hold us hostage. I use a wide range of evidenced-based techniques to help transform anxiety, depression, and loneliness into joy, freedom, and connectedness. If you want to change your life’s direction, improve your career, or enhance your relationships, I can teach you how to have better insight into your own life to accomplish these above goals and more. Let's design what you want to get out of therapy! - TXT - 833.749.4584
One Size Does Not Fit All. To experience the depth of our better selves, one must first courageously face fears that hold us hostage. I use a wide range of evidenced-based techniques to help transform anxiety, depression, and loneliness into joy, freedom, and connectedness. If you want to change your life’s direction, improve your career, or enhance your relationships, I can teach you how to have better insight into your own life to accomplish these above goals and more. Let's design what you want to get out of therapy! - TXT - 833.749.4584
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Brittany Starbuck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA, MSW
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526 (Online Only)
Brittany loves helping families work through challenges and coming up with strategies that best support each person’s individual needs. Brittany always provides a safe therapeutic environment for individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, offering a supportive space of self-discovery, resilience, and empowerment. Brittany also enjoys working with postpartum women/adults seeking help with parenting skills and mental health support after pregnancy and childbirth. As the mom to a young child herself, she understands the complexities of postpartum life and offers specialized support to new moms.
Brittany loves helping families work through challenges and coming up with strategies that best support each person’s individual needs. Brittany always provides a safe therapeutic environment for individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, offering a supportive space of self-discovery, resilience, and empowerment. Brittany also enjoys working with postpartum women/adults seeking help with parenting skills and mental health support after pregnancy and childbirth. As the mom to a young child herself, she understands the complexities of postpartum life and offers specialized support to new moms.
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Inner-Wellness, PLLC
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526 (Online Only)
Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety? During these uncertain, ever changing times, making time to nurture your total well-being is essential. I welcome you to a space where you can come as you are and begin collaboratively working on how you desire to show up in the world. On this journey we will navigate your challenges, strengthen your coping skills, and empower you with the confidence to manage future stressors and uncertainties.
Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety? During these uncertain, ever changing times, making time to nurture your total well-being is essential. I welcome you to a space where you can come as you are and begin collaboratively working on how you desire to show up in the world. On this journey we will navigate your challenges, strengthen your coping skills, and empower you with the confidence to manage future stressors and uncertainties.
![Photo of Regina Brinkley Brown, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/26c7b401-d13c-47f4-8af1-3eee774314a6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Regina Brinkley Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
You know what it feels like to sit at your kitchen table or on your front or back porch with a close friend or family member & talk the hours away? Some conversations bring laughter. Some bring tears. Some bring clarity. Therapy can take those conversations to the next level. You can expect therapy with me to be very relaxed. Put your feet up! Bring in your lunch! Check your phone! Tell me about your dog! Show me pictures! You tell me what is working and not working for you in therapy & I'll adjust. We'll move at your pace towards goals you set.
You know what it feels like to sit at your kitchen table or on your front or back porch with a close friend or family member & talk the hours away? Some conversations bring laughter. Some bring tears. Some bring clarity. Therapy can take those conversations to the next level. You can expect therapy with me to be very relaxed. Put your feet up! Bring in your lunch! Check your phone! Tell me about your dog! Show me pictures! You tell me what is working and not working for you in therapy & I'll adjust. We'll move at your pace towards goals you set.
![Photo of Anita Bhat, PsyD, MA, LCMHCA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/50f046a2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
If you are in need of trauma healing from the past and present, I am the therapist for you! "Pain is inevitable but suffering is optional." Pain is a part of life but it does not have to rule your life. Suffering is not a part of life. We do it to ourselves by allowing our pain to take over our lives. You don't have to sit alone with your pain and suffer. I am a deeply empathetic and effective therapist. Trauma should not be a life sentence for anyone. I am trained in the best techniques using hypnotherapy and mind-body healing to resolve PTSD, trauma and other conditions powerfully, rapidly and effectively using the subconscious
If you are in need of trauma healing from the past and present, I am the therapist for you! "Pain is inevitable but suffering is optional." Pain is a part of life but it does not have to rule your life. Suffering is not a part of life. We do it to ourselves by allowing our pain to take over our lives. You don't have to sit alone with your pain and suffer. I am a deeply empathetic and effective therapist. Trauma should not be a life sentence for anyone. I am trained in the best techniques using hypnotherapy and mind-body healing to resolve PTSD, trauma and other conditions powerfully, rapidly and effectively using the subconscious
More Therapists Nearby
![Photo of Colleen Cash, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f7188e42-e62a-4375-849a-93603ed92c83/1/320x400.png)
Hello! I am a counselor licensed in North and South Carolina with over 22 years of experience. I’ve worked with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, family and parenting issues, ADHD, behavioral issues, and more. I determine effective therapy strategies for each unique client, and employ a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Schema Focused, Narrative, and Brief Solution Focused techniques. My clients tell me they appreciate that I am direct, honest, and hold them accountable, while also being compassionate. I am very practical and teach techniques that can be applied to most all situations in life.
Hello! I am a counselor licensed in North and South Carolina with over 22 years of experience. I’ve worked with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, family and parenting issues, ADHD, behavioral issues, and more. I determine effective therapy strategies for each unique client, and employ a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Schema Focused, Narrative, and Brief Solution Focused techniques. My clients tell me they appreciate that I am direct, honest, and hold them accountable, while also being compassionate. I am very practical and teach techniques that can be applied to most all situations in life.
![Photo of Larry T. Waxman, MA, LCMHC, QS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4850f757-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Larry T. Waxman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holly Springs, NC 27540
I work with clients to help unlock their potential and achieve their goals. Change is one of the hardest things to do, and I am here to help facilitate that. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families as well as run groups using a variety of therapeutic approaches that include: cognitive-behavioral therapy, client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, family-systems therapy, meditation and mindfulness therapy. I specialize in helping those with issues pertaining to ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, male issues, anger management, vulnerability, relationship issues, and work/life balance.
I work with clients to help unlock their potential and achieve their goals. Change is one of the hardest things to do, and I am here to help facilitate that. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families as well as run groups using a variety of therapeutic approaches that include: cognitive-behavioral therapy, client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, family-systems therapy, meditation and mindfulness therapy. I specialize in helping those with issues pertaining to ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, male issues, anger management, vulnerability, relationship issues, and work/life balance.
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Viveck Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Holly Springs, NC 27540
Clients tend to focus on the problem and want to "fix" the problem and reach their end goal. What I try to challenge my clients here is that instead of focusing on the problem, let us try focusing on solutions. Instead of focusing on an end goal, let us try walking through this life changing journey together. As a therapist, a positive therapeutic relationship and patience is key to fully understand and slowly opening up the shell of vulnerability. Once the client has allowed the therapist into their vulnerability, positive change can start to occur.
Clients tend to focus on the problem and want to "fix" the problem and reach their end goal. What I try to challenge my clients here is that instead of focusing on the problem, let us try focusing on solutions. Instead of focusing on an end goal, let us try walking through this life changing journey together. As a therapist, a positive therapeutic relationship and patience is key to fully understand and slowly opening up the shell of vulnerability. Once the client has allowed the therapist into their vulnerability, positive change can start to occur.
![Photo of Alice Maltbie, RN, LCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bb1aa67-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Traditional talk therapy has limited benefits. Insight alone is not sufficient to generate change. Lasting change comes from addressing core beliefs which originate in childhood, and lead to habitual (and generally unconscious) ways of perceiving ourselves and the outside world. Thus 'our lives run us' rather than 'we run our lives'.
Western culture tends to draw us away from ourselves to the outer world of materialism, competition and achievement. Mindfulness helps us to turn inward, attuning with the body, leading to the discovery of core beliefs that impede our ability to make healthy choices.
Traditional talk therapy has limited benefits. Insight alone is not sufficient to generate change. Lasting change comes from addressing core beliefs which originate in childhood, and lead to habitual (and generally unconscious) ways of perceiving ourselves and the outside world. Thus 'our lives run us' rather than 'we run our lives'.
Western culture tends to draw us away from ourselves to the outer world of materialism, competition and achievement. Mindfulness helps us to turn inward, attuning with the body, leading to the discovery of core beliefs that impede our ability to make healthy choices.
![Photo of Ana Krah, LMFTA, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2e5581d5-e76f-4b8e-b06d-1324c8b92fb4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Ana Krah
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holly Springs, NC 27540
Looking to navigate emotional challenges like anxiety and depression, improve relationship communication, affirm yourself and others, and discover your strengths? Look no further. Meet Ana Krah, your therapist for teens, adults, couples, and families. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, Ana is dedicated to empowering clients to live the life they desire. Passionate about systemic therapy, Ana creates a stigma-free space for family dynamic work, addressing boundaries, life transitions, trauma, relationships, and parenting concerns.
Looking to navigate emotional challenges like anxiety and depression, improve relationship communication, affirm yourself and others, and discover your strengths? Look no further. Meet Ana Krah, your therapist for teens, adults, couples, and families. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, Ana is dedicated to empowering clients to live the life they desire. Passionate about systemic therapy, Ana creates a stigma-free space for family dynamic work, addressing boundaries, life transitions, trauma, relationships, and parenting concerns.
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Wendy Lehnertz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27603 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Therapist in both Arizona and North Carolina, I provide residents of both states the convenience of telehealth services from the comfort and privacy of your own home. I have over twenty years of experience working with individuals and couples struggling with destructive relationship patterns, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, sexual and intimacy disruptions (such as infidelity, sexual addiction, past sexual abuse, etc), trauma and abuse, domestic violence, depression, and grief.
As a Licensed Therapist in both Arizona and North Carolina, I provide residents of both states the convenience of telehealth services from the comfort and privacy of your own home. I have over twenty years of experience working with individuals and couples struggling with destructive relationship patterns, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, sexual and intimacy disruptions (such as infidelity, sexual addiction, past sexual abuse, etc), trauma and abuse, domestic violence, depression, and grief.
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Resilient Counseling, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27539
Angela S. McLean, LMFT works with individual clients as well as couples and whole families and specializes in helping people find peace in the midst of constant change and daily chaos. Individual sessions are designed to help clients develop the ability to maintain an inner tranquility that is not easily affected by outside circumstances or pressures. Couples and families work to build a strong foundation and lasting, satisfying relationships. If you are looking for peace within yourself, your marriage, or your home, contact Angela today.
Angela S. McLean, LMFT works with individual clients as well as couples and whole families and specializes in helping people find peace in the midst of constant change and daily chaos. Individual sessions are designed to help clients develop the ability to maintain an inner tranquility that is not easily affected by outside circumstances or pressures. Couples and families work to build a strong foundation and lasting, satisfying relationships. If you are looking for peace within yourself, your marriage, or your home, contact Angela today.
![Photo of Abigail McGee, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/88da1d5f-a306-482a-9d26-046c0d6bc978/1/320x400.jpeg)
Abigail McGee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Holly Springs, NC 27540
I provide an emotionally safe space where you will find compassion and support. Through our therapeutic relationship, we will discover new ways to build upon your inherent strengths, identify your struggles, and then dig deeper to gain a better understanding of who you are. Above all, my job is to ensure that you feel heard and understood.
I provide an emotionally safe space where you will find compassion and support. Through our therapeutic relationship, we will discover new ways to build upon your inherent strengths, identify your struggles, and then dig deeper to gain a better understanding of who you are. Above all, my job is to ensure that you feel heard and understood.
![Photo of Tiffany Guy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c511233d-ef5c-4a9d-aac6-48d60372de4d/2/320x400.jpeg)
*Accepting new clients* My clients are typically either individuals or couples. The individuals that I work well with are typically experiencing depression or anxiety, or having trouble adjusting to life changes. I love working with those that want a challenge or help achieving specific goals. I also work largely with couples at every stage of their relationship. Navigating a relationship without effective communication is usually what brings couples to me. I then help them develop stronger friendship and intimacy and manage conflict more effectively. Let's schedule an initial consultation to see if my style is a good fit for you!
*Accepting new clients* My clients are typically either individuals or couples. The individuals that I work well with are typically experiencing depression or anxiety, or having trouble adjusting to life changes. I love working with those that want a challenge or help achieving specific goals. I also work largely with couples at every stage of their relationship. Navigating a relationship without effective communication is usually what brings couples to me. I then help them develop stronger friendship and intimacy and manage conflict more effectively. Let's schedule an initial consultation to see if my style is a good fit for you!
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A Stable Connection Counseling Center
Counselor, LCMHCA, MSEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Holly Springs, NC 27540
Are you satisfied with your life or feeling lost and wondering if there is more for you? Do you feel stuck, repeating the same thoughts or patterns? Do you worry about the little things or the big things? Are you able to tackle the bumps that life throws at you, or do you have trouble managing the roller-coaster of life? If your answer is yes (or even maybe), then counseling could be helpful to you.
Are you satisfied with your life or feeling lost and wondering if there is more for you? Do you feel stuck, repeating the same thoughts or patterns? Do you worry about the little things or the big things? Are you able to tackle the bumps that life throws at you, or do you have trouble managing the roller-coaster of life? If your answer is yes (or even maybe), then counseling could be helpful to you.
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Carla Huff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27539
Adults I work with are interested in setting boundaries, overcoming negative thought patterns, processing a loss, enhancing personal relationships and learning how to live intentionally rather than just checking boxes. I currently only have evening and weekend availability.
Adults I work with are interested in setting boundaries, overcoming negative thought patterns, processing a loss, enhancing personal relationships and learning how to live intentionally rather than just checking boxes. I currently only have evening and weekend availability.
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Gayla Jones, PhD,LCMHC/Finding The Balance Therapy
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Holly Springs, NC 27540 (Online Only)
My theoretical approach to counseling emphasizes the collaboration between therapist and client together; the client is helped to discover misconceptions about themselves as it relates to his/her thoughts and beliefs using therapeutic techniques of practice and developing coping skills to be used in "the moment." I'm an empathetic, accepting, and genuine, who focuses on encouragement of a person’s self-awareness, exploration of the here and now and assist in resolving problems. Integrating techniques proven to be evidenced based practices based on clients individual needs to promote positive outcomes of where the client wants to be.
My theoretical approach to counseling emphasizes the collaboration between therapist and client together; the client is helped to discover misconceptions about themselves as it relates to his/her thoughts and beliefs using therapeutic techniques of practice and developing coping skills to be used in "the moment." I'm an empathetic, accepting, and genuine, who focuses on encouragement of a person’s self-awareness, exploration of the here and now and assist in resolving problems. Integrating techniques proven to be evidenced based practices based on clients individual needs to promote positive outcomes of where the client wants to be.
Online Therapists
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Drawing from DBT, Experiential Therapy, and other Evidence-based modalities, I offer holistic therapy tailored to you.
Hello! I'm Alixandra, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor with an M.A. from Wake Forest University ('23). My passion lies in providing compassionate support to teens and adults under 45 facing challenges including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidality BPD, and life adjustments. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard and supported as they navigate their unique journeys toward balance and self-empowerment. I tailor my approach to meet each client where they are, offering practical skills and genuine empathy. My goal is to empower others to embrace their authentic selves.
Drawing from DBT, Experiential Therapy, and other Evidence-based modalities, I offer holistic therapy tailored to you.
Hello! I'm Alixandra, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor with an M.A. from Wake Forest University ('23). My passion lies in providing compassionate support to teens and adults under 45 facing challenges including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidality BPD, and life adjustments. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard and supported as they navigate their unique journeys toward balance and self-empowerment. I tailor my approach to meet each client where they are, offering practical skills and genuine empathy. My goal is to empower others to embrace their authentic selves.
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In therapy, I often utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy, experiential therapy, and attachment theory, but I ultimately tailor the therapeutic services to the clients’ specific needs.
My goal is to walk alongside you during a time of healing and seeking connection. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA) in North Carolina, as well as a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator. My interests lie in populations such as emerging/young adulthood; premarital, marital, and couples counseling; and difficulties surrounding life transitions. I offer in-person and Telehealth sessions throughout the week.
In therapy, I often utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy, experiential therapy, and attachment theory, but I ultimately tailor the therapeutic services to the clients’ specific needs.
My goal is to walk alongside you during a time of healing and seeking connection. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA) in North Carolina, as well as a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator. My interests lie in populations such as emerging/young adulthood; premarital, marital, and couples counseling; and difficulties surrounding life transitions. I offer in-person and Telehealth sessions throughout the week.
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How does experiential therapy work?
Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.
Is experiential therapy evidence-based?
Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.
How long does experiential therapy last?
The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
Does experiential therapy help with trauma?
Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.