Aetna Therapists in Matthews, NC

I am a fully licensed social worker and use clinical skills as I serve my clients. I also use Christian-based therapy with clients who have identified as desiring this service. I believe my techniques and skills will be very effective in assisting clients and families with reaching their goals. I also use the personal strengths and skills of the client to assist them with achieving goals desired. There is no shame in reaching to get help when as you realize that you are not functioning at the level you desire and believe you can function. I can help you in your journey to being the person you desire to be, one step at a time.

Thank you for taking the time to consider me, and “hello!” Are you struggling with sleep and unable to turn off your thoughts or worries? Are you missing portions of time in a movie or conversation because you are replaying an interaction from earlier in the day? Or obsessing over tomorrow? Anxiety steals valuable time from us and can cause incredible distress. Depression also robs us of time, and if you live with grief and loss, the pain may seem overwhelming. You are not your anxiety, or your depression, or your grief. ThesIf you’re struggling with anxiety, loss, grief, trauma, please reach out. It would a privilege to help.

Asking for help is really hard. I’m here to help people transition from a state of exhaustion, stress and survival – to feeling more understood, present & alive. I work to create a warm, compassionate and safe space for all identities. I believe in taking time to build a relationship based on trust and understanding. I specialize in working with women struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, & mothers transitioning to parenthood. My specialties also include college-aged students, LGBTQIA+, folks struggling with stress, trauma, neurodiversity, attachment, identity, and career changes.

I'm Christine Murray (she/her/hers), the Founder of Start Here Counseling & Consulting, PLLC (www.starthereandnow.com). I'm on a mission to promote mental health, healthy relationships, and thriving communities. I have over two decades of experience working in the mental health field. Based in Greensboro, North Carolina, I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina, as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in my home state of Pennsylvania.

I unreservedly believe in the resiliency of the human spirit, and I have personally seen clients move from merely surviving to thriving. I am committed to offering a safe place in a non-judgmental setting where you can discover your own strengths and build a life worth living.

Do you find yourself struggling through one of life's many changes? Heraclitus, a Greek philosopher, has been quoted as saying “change is the only constant in life.” Many of us have a love-hate relationship with change, as transitions can bring some of the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Whether you are going through changes in your relationships, career, stage of life or just feel stuck and need a change, I am here to help you on your journey.

Hello there, I'm Latoya. Do you feel overwhelmed with everyday tasks or just struggling to keep up? Are you taking care of everyone else's needs and neglecting your own? Do you feel you need a change but just don't know where to start? I am a passionate licensed mental health therapist dedicated to providing individualized therapy to my clients to assist them in achieving a sense of well-being and relief from their struggles.

As the summer approaches and "new year new me" has shifted, have you stayed the course? Has your self talk been negative? More like downright disrespectful? Give yourself grace and step into a safe space with me, or someone from my team. As a therapist, I unpack the puzzles of life with you and often end sessions with challenges to you for our time apart to work through some of the challengign pieces of the puzzle of life that we are working on. Finding a good therapist is like finding a good hair stylist or barber. Not everyone is a good fit so shopping around is important.

You feel isolated, alone, and in a constant state of anxiety and dread. You know that masking your true self to fit in can only get you so far. It takes a lot of energy to mask and only leads to more emotional exhaustion. To cope with this burnout and exhaustion, maybe you binge your favorite show on Netflix, or listen to your favorite album on a loop just to reclaim any ounce of mental energy back. Maybe it is other things to numb out the pain, that we have all done, like drinking alcohol. It is that feeling of safety, connectivity, and belonging that we are all searching for, but it can so hard to find on our own.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with children, young adults, adults, and seniors. My primary focus has been working with those who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, family/Relationship dynamics and much more. I have 40+ years, working with concerns regarding interpersonal relationships, trauma, domestic violence, and many other psychiatric Issues.

Thrive Counseling Services PLLC is a group practice dedicated in providing high quality care tailored to meet your individual needs. Our goal is to provide an intimate environment that is safe, supportive and confidential.

Looking for a therapist can be overwhelming and intimidating. My goal is to provide you a safe haven that is comfortable for healing to take place. Together we will work for a common goal of wellness.

At Sanctuary Counseling Group, we believe in creating therapeutic relationships with our clients that promote the healing of heart, mind, and soul. What is most important to me is that those who come to me for treatment can feel safe, build trust to be who they are, and can focus on making themselves, their relationships, their marriage and family life better. It is always important to me to simply meet and accept people where they are and to partner with them on a journey to where they hope to be. Those who come for treatment deserve to feel understood, respected, and cared for along the way.

How have the challenges of being expected to fit into others’ expectations of you impacted your daily life? What has it meant for you to cope with microaggressions and biased criticisms as a Black person in America? Carrying the burdens of racial trauma, depression, and anxiety can feel like an uphill battle. If this is true for you, then therapy can help you to take steps in the direction of your best self. You should feel empowered and supported while standing in your truth.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or ADHD? Anxiety is a thief of joy and experience. I help clients process trauma and anxious thoughts to move into a more fulfilling life. I enjoy helping clients navigate neurodivergence, trauma, life transitions, grief, relationships, and men's issues.

Over the past 30 years I have enjoyed working with clients of all ages, from children to adults. As an art therapist, I use the tools of the creative arts and traditional counseling methods to help people identify their obstacles and find more peace and resolution in their lives. I work with individuals, couples and families. My focus over the past 15 years has been with children, gay and lesbian issues, couples, stress management for working parents, and mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.

Call for an appointment if you struggle with ADHD, anxiety, chronic illness, surgery preparation, prenatal or postpartum depression, relationship challenges, stress management, life skills, life transitions, insomnia, or want to create a healthier lifestyle. I blend Eastern philosophy with Western psychology in my holistic practice. If you have tried traditional therapy and have not found relief, I'd love the opportunity to help you become the best version of yourself. I regret to inform potential clients that I have been and continue to be on medical leave. I will update you when I can practice again. Thanks