Attachment-based Therapists in Pineville, NC
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Dori C Luke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pineville, NC 28134
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I strive to offer compassionate and attuned care while always hoping to make others feel safe and seen. I’m a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill with 25+years experience as a licensed psychotherapist and have trained in multiple modalities (see below). I work with adults, teenagers, and couples who are looking to feel more connected with themselves & others and who may want support in overcoming any trauma, stuckness, or get a better understanding of their reactions to certain situations. I offer a non-judgmental perspective in discussing all topics. Please ask about my sliding fee, & I would be delighted to talk with you further.
Hi, I strive to offer compassionate and attuned care while always hoping to make others feel safe and seen. I’m a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill with 25+years experience as a licensed psychotherapist and have trained in multiple modalities (see below). I work with adults, teenagers, and couples who are looking to feel more connected with themselves & others and who may want support in overcoming any trauma, stuckness, or get a better understanding of their reactions to certain situations. I offer a non-judgmental perspective in discussing all topics. Please ask about my sliding fee, & I would be delighted to talk with you further.
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Zach Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pineville, NC 28134
My main purpose as a therapist is to help clients discover what they want and help them get there. My background in theater and improvisational work has informed my theoretical approach to remain open to the moment and allow clients the space to participate in their experiences without judgement. I use several modalities including Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Experiential Role Playing, among others, to assist clients in examining how limiting beliefs about themselves and the world may be holding them back.
My main purpose as a therapist is to help clients discover what they want and help them get there. My background in theater and improvisational work has informed my theoretical approach to remain open to the moment and allow clients the space to participate in their experiences without judgement. I use several modalities including Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Experiential Role Playing, among others, to assist clients in examining how limiting beliefs about themselves and the world may be holding them back.
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Kerri Pastor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pineville, NC 28134 (Online Only)
Does your child have a chronic illness? Have they endured pain, hospital stays, surgeries, or other difficult treatments? Your child may be experiencing difficulty coping, difficulty with school or social situations, poor body image, anxiety and depression. Your child has a variety of emotional, social, cognitive, behavioral, and physical health needs to consider. Please know that seeking help for their mental health does not mean something is wrong with them. It provides added strength to help them achieve everyday goals while managing their illness.
Does your child have a chronic illness? Have they endured pain, hospital stays, surgeries, or other difficult treatments? Your child may be experiencing difficulty coping, difficulty with school or social situations, poor body image, anxiety and depression. Your child has a variety of emotional, social, cognitive, behavioral, and physical health needs to consider. Please know that seeking help for their mental health does not mean something is wrong with them. It provides added strength to help them achieve everyday goals while managing their illness.
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Wednesday and Thursday Evening Sessions Available! Are you in a place where life seems full of grief, lonely and fear? Are you dealing with a past experience, trauma or difficulty which seems impossible to move forward without facing? Is there a situation just out of reach and seems hard to obtain your goals? Do you feel overwhelmed, hurt or defeated? These are all specialty areas I can help you with through my supportive and compassionate approach to therapy. My respect for you as the client means I help empower you to achieve your goals and strengthen your own self-awareness and way of handling situations in your own life.
Wednesday and Thursday Evening Sessions Available! Are you in a place where life seems full of grief, lonely and fear? Are you dealing with a past experience, trauma or difficulty which seems impossible to move forward without facing? Is there a situation just out of reach and seems hard to obtain your goals? Do you feel overwhelmed, hurt or defeated? These are all specialty areas I can help you with through my supportive and compassionate approach to therapy. My respect for you as the client means I help empower you to achieve your goals and strengthen your own self-awareness and way of handling situations in your own life.
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Mary Candace Bryant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pineville, NC 28134 (Online Only)
Life can just feel really HARD sometimes. Coming to therapy can give you a place to unpack, unburden and untangle all of the “stuff” that’s weighing you down. I love connecting with my clients in a relaxed, open-minded, inclusive space that allows them to feel free to be themselves! In therapy, we will work together to figure out what feeling "OK" or "better" would look like, then we will collaborate on how to move towards that.
Life can just feel really HARD sometimes. Coming to therapy can give you a place to unpack, unburden and untangle all of the “stuff” that’s weighing you down. I love connecting with my clients in a relaxed, open-minded, inclusive space that allows them to feel free to be themselves! In therapy, we will work together to figure out what feeling "OK" or "better" would look like, then we will collaborate on how to move towards that.
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Erika Marie Brinley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pineville, NC 28134
We all have different seasons in our lives where we may feel a pull or a need for change and growth. My hope is to help those on their individual journeys find a place that feels good for them and their families. I believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, heard and validated and thus I provide that in my therapy room, and help other family members develop that for one another.
We all have different seasons in our lives where we may feel a pull or a need for change and growth. My hope is to help those on their individual journeys find a place that feels good for them and their families. I believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, heard and validated and thus I provide that in my therapy room, and help other family members develop that for one another.
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I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) based in North Carolina. I completed my masters degree in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia at both Liberty University and the University of Lynchburg. I have been working in the mental health field for over six years providing support to a diverse group of individuals across many age ranges, ethnicities, and belief systems to achieve a greater sense of agency, purpose, and self acceptance.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) based in North Carolina. I completed my masters degree in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia at both Liberty University and the University of Lynchburg. I have been working in the mental health field for over six years providing support to a diverse group of individuals across many age ranges, ethnicities, and belief systems to achieve a greater sense of agency, purpose, and self acceptance.
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Trey Greene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pineville, NC 28134
My top priority is to provide a safe, supportive environment for anyone struggling with their identity, experiences, or beliefs in addition to other mental health concerns. I work with a variety of issues with a focus on PTSD, depression, anxiety, dissociation, trauma, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, relationship difficulties, spirituality and/or religious trauma in addition to other concerns. I am especially passionate about work with anyone seeking a supportive space to heal, discover who they are, or navigate existential concerns, welcoming those of all beliefs in finding connection, hope, and peace.
My top priority is to provide a safe, supportive environment for anyone struggling with their identity, experiences, or beliefs in addition to other mental health concerns. I work with a variety of issues with a focus on PTSD, depression, anxiety, dissociation, trauma, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, relationship difficulties, spirituality and/or religious trauma in addition to other concerns. I am especially passionate about work with anyone seeking a supportive space to heal, discover who they are, or navigate existential concerns, welcoming those of all beliefs in finding connection, hope, and peace.
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Keri A Schafer
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, DMin, MACC, MSFL
Verified Verified
Pineville, NC 28134
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? As a compassionate and attuned therapist, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges and discover your inner strengths. With a focus on personalized care, I utilize evidence-based techniques to support your mental well-being and personal growth. Whether you're dealing with stress, relationship issues, or seeking personal development, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. Let's work together to create a path toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? As a compassionate and attuned therapist, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges and discover your inner strengths. With a focus on personalized care, I utilize evidence-based techniques to support your mental well-being and personal growth. Whether you're dealing with stress, relationship issues, or seeking personal development, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. Let's work together to create a path toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
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Montina Myers-Galloway
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pineville, NC 28134
We are on a mission to help Black women create a path for stronger-healthier family bonds. We treat anxiety and depression while specializing in parentification. As a child, did you have to take on the role of an adult? Myers-Galloway Counseling develops confident Black women so they can create a resilient family. Does any of this sound like you? You want to let go of resentment towards your parents' for experiences in childhood. You want a healthier dynamic with your own children and your partner.
We are on a mission to help Black women create a path for stronger-healthier family bonds. We treat anxiety and depression while specializing in parentification. As a child, did you have to take on the role of an adult? Myers-Galloway Counseling develops confident Black women so they can create a resilient family. Does any of this sound like you? You want to let go of resentment towards your parents' for experiences in childhood. You want a healthier dynamic with your own children and your partner.
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It can be hard to go through life feeling not good enough, overwhelmed, worried, or alone. Maybe you're stuck continually trying to fix what you're feeling, only to be met with disappointment again and again. I have experienced first-hand how these feelings can become a cycle resulting in not getting to live life to the fullest. I know how scary it can be to face what you're feeling and deal with how heavy life is. That's why I'm passionate about helping others take on that fear and find relief. I am an advocate for looking within yourself and addressing the stuck, scary parts in a safe place with the support you deserve.
It can be hard to go through life feeling not good enough, overwhelmed, worried, or alone. Maybe you're stuck continually trying to fix what you're feeling, only to be met with disappointment again and again. I have experienced first-hand how these feelings can become a cycle resulting in not getting to live life to the fullest. I know how scary it can be to face what you're feeling and deal with how heavy life is. That's why I'm passionate about helping others take on that fear and find relief. I am an advocate for looking within yourself and addressing the stuck, scary parts in a safe place with the support you deserve.
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Jimiko W Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Pineville, NC 28134 (Online Only)
Hello, are you ready to heal yourself emotionally and mentally? I’m Jimiko, a Licensed Clinical Therapist in NC and SC, owner of Emotional Healing & Recovery, LLC. Let's face it, life is hard and living in a toxic culture doesn't make it any easier. Talking and getting things out works wonders for your physical and mental health. Why suppress feelings and emotions when you can learn to work through them? I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. You are not alone in this crazy world so let's talk!
Hello, are you ready to heal yourself emotionally and mentally? I’m Jimiko, a Licensed Clinical Therapist in NC and SC, owner of Emotional Healing & Recovery, LLC. Let's face it, life is hard and living in a toxic culture doesn't make it any easier. Talking and getting things out works wonders for your physical and mental health. Why suppress feelings and emotions when you can learn to work through them? I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. You are not alone in this crazy world so let's talk!
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Karen D. Hernandez
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pineville, NC 28134
Hi! Im Karen, and I am an LCMHC, LCAS, ( 8 years ) in providing therapy for clients. I graduated from Lenoir Rhyne University, Hickory, North Carolina. I currently serve clients from ages 10-99 years old. So just as my slogan says I want to help you recover, rejuvenate, and replenish. Together we can work to build your resilience so that whatever you may be dealing with in life you won't get down and stay down you will learn the skills in sessions and be able to rejuvenate (the act of energizing, revitalizing) yourself and get back up.
Hi! Im Karen, and I am an LCMHC, LCAS, ( 8 years ) in providing therapy for clients. I graduated from Lenoir Rhyne University, Hickory, North Carolina. I currently serve clients from ages 10-99 years old. So just as my slogan says I want to help you recover, rejuvenate, and replenish. Together we can work to build your resilience so that whatever you may be dealing with in life you won't get down and stay down you will learn the skills in sessions and be able to rejuvenate (the act of energizing, revitalizing) yourself and get back up.
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Carla Zerger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Pineville, NC 28134 (Online Only)
I have always been passionate about helping people find solutions to complex problems. As a therapist, I help you find the clarity you need to make big decisions, navigate life transitions, and process emotionally difficult experiences. I have experience in outpatient therapy clinics as well as experience in residential settings with people who are living with PTSD. Our initial session will be a discussion about what brings you to therapy and what you’d like to change. Our work will be collaborative; you will have choice and autonomy along the way.
I have always been passionate about helping people find solutions to complex problems. As a therapist, I help you find the clarity you need to make big decisions, navigate life transitions, and process emotionally difficult experiences. I have experience in outpatient therapy clinics as well as experience in residential settings with people who are living with PTSD. Our initial session will be a discussion about what brings you to therapy and what you’d like to change. Our work will be collaborative; you will have choice and autonomy along the way.
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Megan Montgomery Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the primary ingredient to successful therapy. I work hard to create a warm, trusting relationship with each client and go at their pace. I enjoy working with individuals (21+). Particular areas of interest for me include trauma healing, creating healthy attachment relationships, emotionally healthy spirituality (including deconstruction/reconstruction), body image, parenting support, and women's issues. I welcome and value people from all religious backgrounds, sexual orientations and ethnicities. I see clients from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, both in-person and virtually.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the primary ingredient to successful therapy. I work hard to create a warm, trusting relationship with each client and go at their pace. I enjoy working with individuals (21+). Particular areas of interest for me include trauma healing, creating healthy attachment relationships, emotionally healthy spirituality (including deconstruction/reconstruction), body image, parenting support, and women's issues. I welcome and value people from all religious backgrounds, sexual orientations and ethnicities. I see clients from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, both in-person and virtually.
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Noah Granade @ Rooted Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226
I believe that deep, integrated healing is possible for every person that steps into my office. Sometimes we need an outside perspective and designated space to focus on our healing. I hope to hold this space for my clients and would be honored to support you in your journey. Whether you are exploring aspects of your identity, seeking support in healing from personal, intergenerational, or communal trauma, in recovery from disordered eating patterns, exploring neuro-divergence, or needing a non-judgmental space that promotes personal fulfillment and growth, I am here to support your process.
I believe that deep, integrated healing is possible for every person that steps into my office. Sometimes we need an outside perspective and designated space to focus on our healing. I hope to hold this space for my clients and would be honored to support you in your journey. Whether you are exploring aspects of your identity, seeking support in healing from personal, intergenerational, or communal trauma, in recovery from disordered eating patterns, exploring neuro-divergence, or needing a non-judgmental space that promotes personal fulfillment and growth, I am here to support your process.
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Abundant Joy Counseling, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226
Taking NEW clients: Are you searching for healing for your marriage/relationship? Are you an individual dealing with the overwhelming stressors of life or want to reconnect to your emotions? Maybe a teen or young adult working through identity development? These specific areas, among many others, is why I'm here. I care about the health of the individual and the family unit, and believe when it's thriving and growing, all members thrive and grow and heal. It takes courage to ask for help, and I believe your courage will be rewarded. Let's take that next step together!
Taking NEW clients: Are you searching for healing for your marriage/relationship? Are you an individual dealing with the overwhelming stressors of life or want to reconnect to your emotions? Maybe a teen or young adult working through identity development? These specific areas, among many others, is why I'm here. I care about the health of the individual and the family unit, and believe when it's thriving and growing, all members thrive and grow and heal. It takes courage to ask for help, and I believe your courage will be rewarded. Let's take that next step together!
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Connie Mele
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, RN, APRN, CARN-AP, LCAS, FIAAN
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28226
We live in stressful, changing, disconnected times. People are feeling exhausted, lonely, powerless and isolated. Many are filled with negative self talk. I help people realize what has kept them stuck and unfulfilled. Together we will develop a plan to remove those barriers so they can become the person they were intended to be; that they WANT to be. If you are tired of promising yourself that tomorrow will be different, let's begin your journey now. As Ernest Hemingway said, " Today is the only day in all the days that will ever be. But what will happen in all the other days that ever come will depend on what you do today."
We live in stressful, changing, disconnected times. People are feeling exhausted, lonely, powerless and isolated. Many are filled with negative self talk. I help people realize what has kept them stuck and unfulfilled. Together we will develop a plan to remove those barriers so they can become the person they were intended to be; that they WANT to be. If you are tired of promising yourself that tomorrow will be different, let's begin your journey now. As Ernest Hemingway said, " Today is the only day in all the days that will ever be. But what will happen in all the other days that ever come will depend on what you do today."
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DayBreak Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MACC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28277
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor with expertise in working with individual adults and adolescent girls, couples, and families with a diverse range of needs. It is my life's work to collaborate with and support you as you work to achieve your desired goals. I am proficient in trauma and marital therapy as a result of extensive training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT). My strengths are in the areas of patience, compassion, warmth, depth and authenticity awakening hope for my clients as well as lasting and positive transformation.
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor with expertise in working with individual adults and adolescent girls, couples, and families with a diverse range of needs. It is my life's work to collaborate with and support you as you work to achieve your desired goals. I am proficient in trauma and marital therapy as a result of extensive training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT). My strengths are in the areas of patience, compassion, warmth, depth and authenticity awakening hope for my clients as well as lasting and positive transformation.
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Konje Y. Byron
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226
Welcome! I am so excited that you have decided to put "YOU" first! My name is Konje Byron, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of North Carolina. I specialize in working with individuals who suffer from anxiety, difficulty coping with life stressors, grief and loss, relational conflict, communication challenges as well as those navigating and adjusting to life transitions. I have an extensive history of working with individuals with trauma and offer trauma informed care. I also have a heart for parents who may be overwhelmed with life's demands and need a safe space to BE and breathe!
Welcome! I am so excited that you have decided to put "YOU" first! My name is Konje Byron, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of North Carolina. I specialize in working with individuals who suffer from anxiety, difficulty coping with life stressors, grief and loss, relational conflict, communication challenges as well as those navigating and adjusting to life transitions. I have an extensive history of working with individuals with trauma and offer trauma informed care. I also have a heart for parents who may be overwhelmed with life's demands and need a safe space to BE and breathe!
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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.