Attachment-based Therapists in Mooresville, NC
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Jennifer J Liotino
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I enjoy working with a variety of clients. With over 21 years of experience, my expertise to a more eclectic approach, including CBT, attachment based therapy, trauma focused therapy, and emotionally focused therapy. I enjoy working with trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, life transition, attachment, self-esteem, family issues, Adult Children of Alcoholics, grief/loss, and autism.
As a therapist, I enjoy working with a variety of clients. With over 21 years of experience, my expertise to a more eclectic approach, including CBT, attachment based therapy, trauma focused therapy, and emotionally focused therapy. I enjoy working with trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, life transition, attachment, self-esteem, family issues, Adult Children of Alcoholics, grief/loss, and autism.
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I believe that each and every individual has the ability to heal and reach their maximum potential. I am passionate about broadening client's perspectives during challenging moments, building strength, and helping people to stay connected to their values while moving forward toward to achieve their goals. I have experience working with children ages 4 and up, adolescents/teens, adults and families. I also enjoy incorporating expressive interventions such as sand tray and art therapy to further explore avenues of communication and processing one’s thoughts and feelings.
I believe that each and every individual has the ability to heal and reach their maximum potential. I am passionate about broadening client's perspectives during challenging moments, building strength, and helping people to stay connected to their values while moving forward toward to achieve their goals. I have experience working with children ages 4 and up, adolescents/teens, adults and families. I also enjoy incorporating expressive interventions such as sand tray and art therapy to further explore avenues of communication and processing one’s thoughts and feelings.
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Hunter Reece
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
I help my clients by providing a safe, compassionate environment to explore their own personal experience through attachment-based, person centered, and experiential therapies.
If you find yourself wrestling with depression, anxiety, habits you'd like to leave behind, relationship issues, or anything in between I want to help you break the cycles that keep you stuck. Together we will focus on more than symptom alleviation, but gaining insight into the beliefs, behavioral patterns, and relational history that informs and influences what you do and what you believe about yourself.
I help my clients by providing a safe, compassionate environment to explore their own personal experience through attachment-based, person centered, and experiential therapies.
If you find yourself wrestling with depression, anxiety, habits you'd like to leave behind, relationship issues, or anything in between I want to help you break the cycles that keep you stuck. Together we will focus on more than symptom alleviation, but gaining insight into the beliefs, behavioral patterns, and relational history that informs and influences what you do and what you believe about yourself.
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Currently I'm only accepting individuals for virtual session. As a marriage and family therapist I work with individuals, couples and family groups.Being an LMFT means being "systemic". I enjoy working with people with a variety of concerns such as: life transitions, relationships, sexual dysfunction, divorce/remarriage and health. I treat mental health issues as well as provide coaching. My focus is integrative, strength-based and client centered, meaning I'll work with you at your speed to achieve your goals. I view coaching and therapy as a collaborate process. Your motivation and our relationship is key.
Currently I'm only accepting individuals for virtual session. As a marriage and family therapist I work with individuals, couples and family groups.Being an LMFT means being "systemic". I enjoy working with people with a variety of concerns such as: life transitions, relationships, sexual dysfunction, divorce/remarriage and health. I treat mental health issues as well as provide coaching. My focus is integrative, strength-based and client centered, meaning I'll work with you at your speed to achieve your goals. I view coaching and therapy as a collaborate process. Your motivation and our relationship is key.
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Stafford & Associates Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
Everyone needs a champion! You're here and so are we! Whether you have certain challenges, experiences or emotions that have been impacting your life, we believed that our group of talented therapists can provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore and understand these issues more deeply. We are eager to work with you and can offer guidance, support and practical strategies to help you navigate through challenges and develop healthier coping mechanisms. We're committed to help you gain personal growth, self discovery, and gaining the tools necessary to lead a more fulfilling life. We look forward to working with you.
Everyone needs a champion! You're here and so are we! Whether you have certain challenges, experiences or emotions that have been impacting your life, we believed that our group of talented therapists can provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore and understand these issues more deeply. We are eager to work with you and can offer guidance, support and practical strategies to help you navigate through challenges and develop healthier coping mechanisms. We're committed to help you gain personal growth, self discovery, and gaining the tools necessary to lead a more fulfilling life. We look forward to working with you.
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Aaliyah Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
Are you struggling to navigate through life transitions or relational stressors? Are you a parent of a teen dealing with issues such as self esteem, body shaming, social anxiety and peer pressure? Are you a young adult challenged with self confidence in decision making and experiencing relationship concerns? Growing up is hard for most of us. In each phase of life, there are new responsibilities and trials to overcome, and because we’ve never done them before it can feel like defeat. You may be struggling with becoming older and the aspects that come with it and wondering how you can overcome these trials.
Are you struggling to navigate through life transitions or relational stressors? Are you a parent of a teen dealing with issues such as self esteem, body shaming, social anxiety and peer pressure? Are you a young adult challenged with self confidence in decision making and experiencing relationship concerns? Growing up is hard for most of us. In each phase of life, there are new responsibilities and trials to overcome, and because we’ve never done them before it can feel like defeat. You may be struggling with becoming older and the aspects that come with it and wondering how you can overcome these trials.
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Meredith McDaniel
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28115
Meredith is a trauma-focused, somatic EMDR trained, Licensed Counselor & Supervisor with vast experience counseling teens, women/men, couples, & families over 20+ years with Young Life & in her private practice, Milk + Honey Counseling. Focusing on trauma, grief/loss, anxiety/depression, & relational conflict, all through a lens of STORY, Meredith helps people discover their true identity + live vibrant lives. She longs for people to find more balance & joy by offering HOPE in somewhat dark places. Meredith has completed additional training in: Narrative Focused Trauma Care, Somatic, Internal Family Systems, & Suicide Bereavement.
Meredith is a trauma-focused, somatic EMDR trained, Licensed Counselor & Supervisor with vast experience counseling teens, women/men, couples, & families over 20+ years with Young Life & in her private practice, Milk + Honey Counseling. Focusing on trauma, grief/loss, anxiety/depression, & relational conflict, all through a lens of STORY, Meredith helps people discover their true identity + live vibrant lives. She longs for people to find more balance & joy by offering HOPE in somewhat dark places. Meredith has completed additional training in: Narrative Focused Trauma Care, Somatic, Internal Family Systems, & Suicide Bereavement.
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There comes a point in time where we all could use a listening ear or a guidebook for how to overcome life's challenges. From depression to substance use, relationship issues or overcoming past trauma, life can throw you some curve balls that without intervention, could derail your future success. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, at a loss for what to do next, reaching out for help is the perfect first step! Whether your troubles are overtaking your life or you just feel like you aren't quite yourself, we can move through this stage of life together, and come out stronger on the other side.
There comes a point in time where we all could use a listening ear or a guidebook for how to overcome life's challenges. From depression to substance use, relationship issues or overcoming past trauma, life can throw you some curve balls that without intervention, could derail your future success. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, at a loss for what to do next, reaching out for help is the perfect first step! Whether your troubles are overtaking your life or you just feel like you aren't quite yourself, we can move through this stage of life together, and come out stronger on the other side.
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Alyson Gibson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117 (Online Only)
Hey, I’m glad you’re here. Reaching out can feel so overwhelming and I'm impressed you're willing to take care of yourself this way. I'm passionate about supporting adults and children navigating depression, anxiety, mood cycling, ADHD, and gender, as well as stressors such as recent and past traumas, life changes, family conflict and behavioral issues. I understand how these challenges can make us feel isolated at times and impact family, community, work and school relationships. I am an LGBTQIA+ ally and affirming therapist.
Hey, I’m glad you’re here. Reaching out can feel so overwhelming and I'm impressed you're willing to take care of yourself this way. I'm passionate about supporting adults and children navigating depression, anxiety, mood cycling, ADHD, and gender, as well as stressors such as recent and past traumas, life changes, family conflict and behavioral issues. I understand how these challenges can make us feel isolated at times and impact family, community, work and school relationships. I am an LGBTQIA+ ally and affirming therapist.
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Dr. Nanci Stafford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP, Ed D
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
Let's get you feeling better! TY for taking the time to consider me as your therapist and welcome to your safe space. I work with individuals who have been in domestic partnerships where one exhibits emotionally abusive behaviors: i.e. manip., blame, gaslighting, plays the victim AND persecutor, obligates, fear (real or imagined), and guilt etc.; a unique situation that requires a professional's help. I invite you to peruse my website and ask me any questions you might have. I also work with those experiencing anxiety, depression, family problems, and adjusting to life circumstances. I also have a team of therapists who can help!
Let's get you feeling better! TY for taking the time to consider me as your therapist and welcome to your safe space. I work with individuals who have been in domestic partnerships where one exhibits emotionally abusive behaviors: i.e. manip., blame, gaslighting, plays the victim AND persecutor, obligates, fear (real or imagined), and guilt etc.; a unique situation that requires a professional's help. I invite you to peruse my website and ask me any questions you might have. I also work with those experiencing anxiety, depression, family problems, and adjusting to life circumstances. I also have a team of therapists who can help!
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Sara Wilson Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CA , NC, SC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117 (Online Only)
Welcome. :) Most of my clients are both intelligent, as well as somatically empathic. They care about growth towards greater health and balance, relationally and professionally. They often have traumatic backgrounds. From a body felt and practical sense, they would like to feel met, seen and valued, as is true of most all of us. I work from a calm, clear, non-judgmental posture, offering the gift of warm and fun, compassionate presence to you manifest your intentions. I am in my mid-50's, like to kayak, dance, read, write, swim, puzzle, and hang out seaside for sunrise, and lakeside for sunsets. I would love to support you soon.
Welcome. :) Most of my clients are both intelligent, as well as somatically empathic. They care about growth towards greater health and balance, relationally and professionally. They often have traumatic backgrounds. From a body felt and practical sense, they would like to feel met, seen and valued, as is true of most all of us. I work from a calm, clear, non-judgmental posture, offering the gift of warm and fun, compassionate presence to you manifest your intentions. I am in my mid-50's, like to kayak, dance, read, write, swim, puzzle, and hang out seaside for sunrise, and lakeside for sunsets. I would love to support you soon.
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Amani Joyner
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
As a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist, I bring a passion for problem-solving and a deep commitment to supporting individuals on their journey of self-discovery and growth. I specialize in creating a safe and empathetic space where clients can openly explore their feelings and experiences. With a keen understanding of the intersectionality of identity, I approach therapy with a holistic perspective, acknowledging how various aspects of one's identity shape their worldview and experiences. I excel in building meaningful connections with clients, quickly establishing trust and rapport.
As a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist, I bring a passion for problem-solving and a deep commitment to supporting individuals on their journey of self-discovery and growth. I specialize in creating a safe and empathetic space where clients can openly explore their feelings and experiences. With a keen understanding of the intersectionality of identity, I approach therapy with a holistic perspective, acknowledging how various aspects of one's identity shape their worldview and experiences. I excel in building meaningful connections with clients, quickly establishing trust and rapport.
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The most influential piece of healing is connection and sometimes you don't need a cure, you need a witness. A witness who validates your current and past struggles while helping you grow through the discomfort. A witness that does not try to "fix you" but gives you the tools to grow. A connection with a therapist could be the missing piece of your healing journey. I have experience working with a variety of people from those who have survived trauma to those who need support with daily life stressors.
The most influential piece of healing is connection and sometimes you don't need a cure, you need a witness. A witness who validates your current and past struggles while helping you grow through the discomfort. A witness that does not try to "fix you" but gives you the tools to grow. A connection with a therapist could be the missing piece of your healing journey. I have experience working with a variety of people from those who have survived trauma to those who need support with daily life stressors.
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Life stories are all unique and creative. These stories are a chapter (individuals) of a book (family) so I work with kids and adults. Each reflects why our role here is so important but with this story comes challenges which create emotions; emotions that can hurt yet make us feel alive. My hope is travel back through your story whether young or older with you. My playroom is a place where a child 3+ can use play to work through everything from daily living to focus/attention issues to traumas. Depending on the age of the child or adult it can impact how we journey through their story and what modality it needs to express itself.
Life stories are all unique and creative. These stories are a chapter (individuals) of a book (family) so I work with kids and adults. Each reflects why our role here is so important but with this story comes challenges which create emotions; emotions that can hurt yet make us feel alive. My hope is travel back through your story whether young or older with you. My playroom is a place where a child 3+ can use play to work through everything from daily living to focus/attention issues to traumas. Depending on the age of the child or adult it can impact how we journey through their story and what modality it needs to express itself.
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Chloe Solek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117 (Online Only)
I know how difficult it can be to ask for help, but you have ran out of options and what has worked before is no longer working. If you're wondering if therapy could benefit you, you could ask yourself, "Why do people seek therapy?" Whether you’re an individual, or family with children experiencing a difficult life event/transition that has caused you to feel stuck, therapy can help you discover the choices you truly want to make, even when you’re faced with challenging decisions. No matter the circumstance, you do not have to tackle it alone and I’d be happy to help!
I know how difficult it can be to ask for help, but you have ran out of options and what has worked before is no longer working. If you're wondering if therapy could benefit you, you could ask yourself, "Why do people seek therapy?" Whether you’re an individual, or family with children experiencing a difficult life event/transition that has caused you to feel stuck, therapy can help you discover the choices you truly want to make, even when you’re faced with challenging decisions. No matter the circumstance, you do not have to tackle it alone and I’d be happy to help!
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Keith Cheney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
Don't over-think therapy. It's just not that complicated. When things get difficult, it's often hard to ask for help. We all face challenges, and we often overcome them on our own. Sometimes it takes much longer than we'd like, and that's when therapy comes into play. Why spend months or years taking on a situation or challenge by yourself, when you could work through it in far less time? Insanity is doing the same things, over and over, and expecting different results. Try something new, and break those old patterns.
Don't over-think therapy. It's just not that complicated. When things get difficult, it's often hard to ask for help. We all face challenges, and we often overcome them on our own. Sometimes it takes much longer than we'd like, and that's when therapy comes into play. Why spend months or years taking on a situation or challenge by yourself, when you could work through it in far less time? Insanity is doing the same things, over and over, and expecting different results. Try something new, and break those old patterns.
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Life can feel overwhelming and exhausting. You are seeking balance and calm in your life so that you can be the person that you have always wanted to be. You have tried other ways of coping, but you have now taken the courageous step of finding meaningful and intentional ways of achieving those goals. I believe in you, and I’m here to help you.
Life can feel overwhelming and exhausting. You are seeking balance and calm in your life so that you can be the person that you have always wanted to be. You have tried other ways of coping, but you have now taken the courageous step of finding meaningful and intentional ways of achieving those goals. I believe in you, and I’m here to help you.
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Crystal N Hulett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
You are feeling that you’ve tried everything you can think of to feel peace in your life again. You aren’t even sure how you’ve gotten here, but you know you are here, looking for help outside of yourself to figure this out. You are frustrated, confused, overwhelmed, and exhausted. I am here to help you not only work on the issues at hand, but help you to uncover the core reason why you are no longer feeling like yourself. I am here, I get it, and I am passionate about helping with any and all issues that arise in the lives of my clients.
You are feeling that you’ve tried everything you can think of to feel peace in your life again. You aren’t even sure how you’ve gotten here, but you know you are here, looking for help outside of yourself to figure this out. You are frustrated, confused, overwhelmed, and exhausted. I am here to help you not only work on the issues at hand, but help you to uncover the core reason why you are no longer feeling like yourself. I am here, I get it, and I am passionate about helping with any and all issues that arise in the lives of my clients.
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Megann Grace-Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117 (Online Only)
Using cognitive behavioral theory, I provide a person-centered and collaborative approach to therapy. You and I will work together to identify current patterns of thoughts and behaviors that no longer serve you. Together, we will create a plan to help you rediscover your existing strengths, develop new coping skills and strategies, and boost your ability to navigate the challenges you're facing. Finding what brings you peace, joy and fulfilment - we will empower you to create the life you want.
Using cognitive behavioral theory, I provide a person-centered and collaborative approach to therapy. You and I will work together to identify current patterns of thoughts and behaviors that no longer serve you. Together, we will create a plan to help you rediscover your existing strengths, develop new coping skills and strategies, and boost your ability to navigate the challenges you're facing. Finding what brings you peace, joy and fulfilment - we will empower you to create the life you want.
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Aligned EMDR & Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
Have you tried talk therapy with limited success? Aligned EMDR & Counseling is a modern counseling practice offering brain-based, effective therapy such as EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapy and ART (accelerated resolution therapy). EMDR and ART therapies may be able to help you reach your goals of calming trauma responses or improving difficult relationships in your life. Please reach out today to see how we can help! You can also check out our website at: AlignedEMDR.com.
Have you tried talk therapy with limited success? Aligned EMDR & Counseling is a modern counseling practice offering brain-based, effective therapy such as EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapy and ART (accelerated resolution therapy). EMDR and ART therapies may be able to help you reach your goals of calming trauma responses or improving difficult relationships in your life. Please reach out today to see how we can help! You can also check out our website at: AlignedEMDR.com.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.