Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Garner, NC

If you are a woman experiencing trauma, challenges or pressures from your present or past. Let me be of service to you. I want to help you through your healing journey, so that you can fulfill your God given purpose on the Earth. Are you in a place where you believe that life, your past, and trauma has shaped who you are or where you are going? It is my goal to empower and provide women with positive change which will redefine, reshape, reignite the imprints of their past to press towards a positive hope for their future.

I am accepting new clients that are looking for Intensive EMDR. Why choose intensive work? The traditional model of weekly psychotherapy is shifting to meet your needs. Now more than ever, we need flexibility in how we get support. EMDR intensives are personalized treatment plans that allow you to skip the waitlist by giving you faster access to select spots, and are designed to support your preferred schedule and timeline for your treatment goals. Perhaps, you need more efficient support as the busy parent with kids doing virtual learning and/or the working professional who has even more on their plate since the pandemic.

We all have life challenges from time to time. That is why at LWL, Inc. our treatment approach is nonjudgmental and supportive. Whether one is having adjustment issues, depression or coping that has led to negative consequences, we can assist you with developing new skills and coping strategies towards your life goals. Together we can make it happen.

My name is Julia Smith. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and full time a tele-health therapist who is dedicated to helping individuals enhance their emotional well-being. My areas of clinical expertise include, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I have a wealth of experience treating emotional and behavioral issues affecting teens, parents, and young adults. I possess specialized training in evidenced based practices including: Brainspotting Phase I & II (pursuing certification), Trauma Focused-CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing (MI).

Maurice Fairley is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) for the state of North Carolina and National Certified Counselor (NCC). Maurice’s experience includes working with adolescents and adults treating symptoms of trauma, depression, anger and anxiety. Maurice also has over 20 years working with the juvenile justice population at Wake Juvenile Detention Center.

The journey begins with you! You have made it this far but may not know where to go from here. Well that’s okay! Challenges, interactions, experiences, and daily life has all impacted us in various forms. Whether you are a friend, partner, sibling, parent, or professional, the art of therapy can be life changing. Though therapy may not always be sunshine and rainbows, I can promise you that your future will thank you. It will thank you for challenging yourself, it will thank you for your strength, and it will also will thank you for the growth that you will obtain just by participating in therapy.

Hello! In case no one has said this to you today or ever: YOU matter. YOU are worthy of moments of joy. YOU have been strong enough to get through 100% of your worst moments. YOU can conquer what comes next. Thank you for considering me to be a part of your journey! How do we know if we are a good match? Here is a snapshot: If you’re dealing with persistent anxiety or depression that’s impacting your daily life, mood, & relationships, I’m here to help. Maybe you are facing trauma-related stress, mood disorders, or the challenges of major life transitions.

Are you worried, fearful or depressed? Is it interfering with your life goals? Would you like guidance, options and a new perspective? I can help you gain clarity through compassionate listening, honest feedback, and a focus on results. My goal is that you learn skills to maintain the changes that satisfy you. If you desire a greater ability to understand and control your emotions and feel content, I can help you. We will focus on getting the results you need to live a more satisfying life.

Accepting new clients. EMDR trained therapist! Offering virtual visits. Have you been feeling depressed, stressed, anxious, or having difficulties in your relationship, or adjusting to life changes, or having difficulty processing a past/present traumatic event? If so, allow me to partner in your healing journey and becoming a better you. Ultimately, you already have the ability to change your circumstances, therapy should be a safe place for you to receive encouragement, support, accountability, and vision on how to achieve life goals. I believe everyone has a past, a history, and everyone can change and re-write their story!

I specialize in treating female Adults & Adolescents with Anxiety disorders, Mood Disorders, Divorce/Separation, Abuse, Trauma, PTSD and other Women's issues including Maternal Mental Health. I strongly believe in Empowering women to become their very best, so that if their world crumbles they remain standing! The therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance in counseling and through the trusting rapport we establish, my client's are able to facilitate positive change and growth in their lives. I also provide Christian counseling upon request.

Have you ever felt stuck in life, wandering in a head space that feels jumbled and confusing? We have all been there at some point, and navigating though the tough times is much easier with a little help. I recognize that mental health isn't just a destination—it's a path we walk together, hand in hand, toward a brighter tomorrow. I can be your sherpa through the journey, providing a helping hand when life trips you.

Starting therapy comes with so many questions: Who should I see? Will this really be helpful? Will I feel understood? So much depends on the trust and comfort you feel with your therapist or coach. Whether you are looking to gain understanding into longstanding problems, develop specific skills, or explore relationship patterns, the heart of my work lies in creating a space that allows you to feel seen, felt, understood, and transformed.

Hi! My name is Atosha, I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and I want you to know that - I see you and I want to help! I understand what it feels like to feel overwhelmed while searching for the answers to help your life FEEL and BE better. I know you have aspirations, desires to know and be your best authentic self. You've read books, listened to podcasts, make promises to yourself and - broke them! You know in your heart that you were made for more, but don't know exactly how to make it happen. You're the reason I became a therapist! I would love to come along side you and help you figure it all out.

Life brings about many different challenges. Perhaps you’ve had a life-altering event you’re trying to understand. Maybe you’re trying to figure out if you can heal or trust again after this experience. Maybe you’re a parent trying to find ways to bond with your little one. Or maybe just a parent who needs new tools in their parenting tool belt. Maybe you’re struggling to connect your spiritual and mental wellness. Perhaps you're trying to identify or break generational patterns that no longer serve you. Whatever challenges you are facing, you want to see some change. I am here to help!

I strive to provide a warm and caring environment for clients to feel open to explore challenges in their life. I appreciate working with clients who are tired of being “stuck” and want to address trauma and/or stressful life events from their past that are standing in the way of them achieving their dreams.

I believe that each person is unique and I am flexible in my approach to each client's needs. I specialize in trauma and trauma related disorders. This includes PTSD, crisis, anxiety, grief, loss, child sexual abuse, low self-esteem, low self-worth, and other trauma related symptoms. I especially enjoy working with emergency service workers who are exposed to repeated trauma in their jobs, however I do not limit my practice to those workers. It can be hard to admit needing help, but sometimes we do. Call for help today and get the help you deserve from a caring compassionate counselor.

I provide trauma-informed therapy in a warm, engaging way. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe & heard. I invite you to show up just as you are - express your real unfiltered thoughts & feelings. High-functioning, even over-functioning trauma survivors are my people. You've experienced trauma and despite what's happened, you just kept moving forward. Maybe you're exhausted from masking & saying, "I'm fine" when you're not. Now you're ready for a deeper understanding of how certain experiences impact your life. I'll get to know all those parts and offer effective strategies to support your journey towards healing.

What does “healing” mean to you? Is it a one-time event or an ongoing process? Maybe for you it’s both or neither or more? How you define healing will be based on your needs, goals and experiences. I am passionate about providing culturally-sensitive and affirming care for clients who suffer from overwhelming emotions as a result of trauma, medical issues, violence, grief, and lack of acceptance from loved ones based on their identity. I bring over ten years of practice experience as a medical social worker, therapist, and community health advocate to my work with my clients.

Entering a counseling relationship can stir up mixed emotions. It's natural to feel some apprehension about inviting someone into your internal world. Regardless of your “why”for starting therapy, I value you as a unique individual and am here to accompany you with sensitivity, confidentiality, and insight as you explore and embody your free-est, truest self. I deeply value my role in accompanying you on your healing journey.