EMDR Therapists in Huntersville, NC

David Shein uses a collaborative and strengths-based approach with each of his clients. When developing a treatment plan, David believes in leveraging a client’s self-knowledge, and will always meet clients where they are emotionally, cognitively, and physically. David incorporates humor, music, literature, media, and sports in his therapeutic work, and integrates a variety of evidenced-based treatment interventions to address behavioral health issues, including: Motivational Interviewing; CBT; EMDR; Twelve-Step Facilitation Therapy; and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.

I earned my graduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in Counseling with a concentration in addictions. I obtained my undergraduate degree from Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary in Urban Christian Ministries, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude. Areas of treatment include anxiety, stress, addiction, depression, grief & loss, and life challenges. My treatment approaches are evidence-based and include Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Person-centered therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). I have completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.

I enjoy working with women, teens 16+, and blended families as well as pre-marital, married, and dating couples. I am experienced with adulting, anger management, anxiety, depression, faith and spiritual issues, peer relationships, people pleasers, relationship issues, self-esteem, women issues, work-life balance, and trauma. I welcome clients to join me outside for Walk & Talk therapy (weather permitting). Also, when mutually agreed, I enjoy integrating Christian principles into therapy.

Are you frustrated because therapy just isn't working? Sometimes traditional talk therapy just isn't enough. EMDR is a unique form of therapy that targets the negative beliefs that are rooted in our past traumas and allows us to replace those thoughts with more adaptive beliefs. With EMDR therapy, you will quickly see movement to healthier thought process and feel less driven by your emotions. Together we will develop coping strategies and restore healthy patterns to assist in regulating your symptoms.

My passion for counseling developed from my own journey with chronic migraines, anxiety, and relationships. I enjoy working with couples and adults on a wide range of issues impacting well-being including, but not limited to, stress, trauma, communication and relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, identity, mild disordered eating, confidence, or just feeling “stuck” and dissatisfied with one’s direction in life.

Do you feel misunderstood or lost in a world that pretends to have it all together? I believe our thoughts, behaviors & emotions affect our ability to live & embrace our best lives. Through voluntary acceptance of our past, present & future, we can build the skills & courage needed to successfully thrive! As a parent, daughter, former teacher, & corporate professional, I understand that often the most difficult step is acknowledging the need and taking the time to reach out for help. With the understanding that it is normal for our life journey to be messy & imperfect, we can grow stronger together, move forward & flourish.

I treat suicidal thinking, self-harming behaviors, and trauma in my practice. I have worked extensively with childhood trauma, as well as complex trauma related to long-term relationships. Often dissociative responses come hand in hand with experiencing trauma, so I also treat dissociation - anything from "feeling floaty," all the way to forgetting big chunks of time. Additionally, when we look at unwanted behaviors, they usually start as a solution to "fix" intense emotional pain, and then they start to feel like the problem itself. What you do to survive the past isn't necessarily what you need to do now to heal and move forward.

Life can be overwhelming at times. My mission is to meet individuals where they are, while assisting them in finding peace and enjoyment in their life experience. I enjoy working with teens, teachers, new mothers, couples, women navigating fertility issues or pregnancy loss, couples, and blended families. As a parent and former teacher, I understand development and complexities of the child and teen years. I believe that with a clear understanding of oneself, we can function with more agency and purpose. My goal is to validate your experiences and support your journey towards finding your best self.

If you are struggling, know there is no need to go it alone. Everyone may think you are as put together as a jigsaw puzzle, but you feel like you are falling apart behind the scenes, stress is causing you headaches and other pains, or you are having difficulty coping. I want to partner with you to make it better. I work incredibly well with clients who desire to use their faith in their healing process.

Perhaps you have lost your balance in relationships or daily expectations, or experienced trauma that has paralyzed you from moving forward, or maybe you are expecting a loss or experienced loss. Or maybe you are a special needs parent who is overwhelmed. I believe the inevitable struggles we encounter in life allow us opportunities to grow personally, professionally, and spiritually. Some experiences are brief and cause minor bumps. But sometimes those stuck points remain and affect your everyday experience in a limiting way due to trauma, grief, or simply getting derailed from your life purpose.

My passion for helping others through grief and trauma has become a privilege of joining people on their journey to healing. Whether you are struggling with a loss, life transition, anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, or looking to improve your marriage or relationships; my goal is to provide you with an empathetic, trusting and peaceful environment where you can find strength and healing.

Hope changes lives! Do you feel like you are losing hope in a situation? I have a heart for helping and motivating others and am passionate about coming alongside those who are hurting to assist them in finding hope and restoration. It is my mission to provide professional, clinically based services in an open and accepting environment. I believe that you are unique and require a personalized treatment plan to meet your needs. I am dedicated to offering the best care possible in a way that helps you bridge your past with the present and create hope for the future.

Life can become overwhelming, overstimulating, and heavy. You may carry grief, sorrow, anger, stress, and worry in your mind and body. Maybe you experience waves in life where you lose your sense of self, your connection to the world around you, and you may lose meaning or hope during those difficult seasons. I seek to provide guidance for those who are open to the process of self-discovery and healing. My experience lies in working with CPTSD, PTSD, chronic stress, depression, anxiety, self-identity, life transitions, and spiritual concerns. I am passionate about providing gender affirming and culturally sensitive care.

I’ve been a psychotherapist for over 25 years and continue to enjoy working with adults and couples from all walks of life. I have extensive experience helping my clients engage in better self care, improve coping skills, navigate difficult life transitions, and recover from trauma. I bring my enthusiasm to each session for clients to develop better communication & self-awareness. I focus on helping individuals gain greater self-esteem and assertiveness so that they may lead more satisfying, fulfilling lives.

Life can be difficult and at times we all need someone to come along side us and help us face those difficulties. As a counselor, I consider it a great privilege to partner with people struggling with a variety of issues and offer them a safe place to help them work toward true healing and freedom.

Professional Experience Makes a Difference. Kristin F. Hepler is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Supervisor, Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, and Certified Clinical Supervisor with more than 19 years experience in treating individuals with mental health and substance use issues. Kristin strives to create a safe, open and relaxed atmosphere that allows individuals to explore and learn new coping strategies for what brought them into therapy. Kristin utilizes a variety of techniques and interventions in therapy as there is no ‘one size fits all.’

ONLINE VIDEO THERAPY ONLY. Do you want to: Stop feeling stuck and take control of your life and relationships? Gain a new and profound perspective on your relationship? Stop pushing your loved ones away with your anger or other symptoms? Break your dissatisfying and reactive patterns? Stop having the same fights over and over again? Communicate and resolve conflicts easily, and mutually meet your needs? Deeply understand yourself and your loved ones, as well as experience warmth, love, and passion again? Feel a strong connection, enjoy reciprocity and synergy with your partner?

Most challenges we face as humans are "normal" as opposed to there being something "wrong" with us. However, we can often feel alone and overwhelmed when facing problems. Talking to a caring person can make a difference. I believe it helps to have an objective, knowledgeable and wise coach to help you find your way. I like to use analogies and work as a team with a client.

Not presently accepting new clients. I am privileged to be in a profession where I am a witness to the strength people have in their most difficult times. The buildup of stress, anxiety, disconnection, traumatic events, or major life transitions can leave you feeling helpless, hopeless, and looking for relief in ways that feel confusing and unauthentic. Being able to reflect and come to the conclusion that there has to be a different way to cope is the first step toward enacting change. In therapy, my clients work to heal from past hurts, address current stressors, and plan for a vibrant future.