EMDR Therapists in Raeford, NC
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Dr. Tawana Denise Helmich
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Raeford, NC 28376 (Online Only)
As a trained EMDR therapist, I also offer treatment to clients with trauma.
As a military veteran and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I understand life circumstances can often leave you feeling overwhelmed and at times defeated. Know these obstacles do not have to be permanent. I strongly believe with compassion, encouragement, and vulnerability an individual can overcome life's hurdles and reach their fullest potential. I assist clients with setting realistic therapeutic goals which ultimately restores their confidence and trust not only in themselves but in others as well. My approach is to provide each client with the effective techniques required to have a well balanced self empowered life.
As a trained EMDR therapist, I also offer treatment to clients with trauma.
As a military veteran and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I understand life circumstances can often leave you feeling overwhelmed and at times defeated. Know these obstacles do not have to be permanent. I strongly believe with compassion, encouragement, and vulnerability an individual can overcome life's hurdles and reach their fullest potential. I assist clients with setting realistic therapeutic goals which ultimately restores their confidence and trust not only in themselves but in others as well. My approach is to provide each client with the effective techniques required to have a well balanced self empowered life.
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Haymount Institute for Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raeford, NC 28376
We have clinicians skilled in Clinical Hypnosis and EMDR just to name a few.
The power to make positive changes is within us all. The goal of holistic wellness is to "change the lens" and give a healthier perspective for a peaceful and more content life.
Our intention is to provide a confidential, professional and supportive environment in which individuals and families can identify problem areas, explore what prevents the problem from being solved, and help you develop and learn skills that can enhance your quality of life.
We have clinicians skilled in Clinical Hypnosis and EMDR just to name a few.
The power to make positive changes is within us all. The goal of holistic wellness is to "change the lens" and give a healthier perspective for a peaceful and more content life.
Our intention is to provide a confidential, professional and supportive environment in which individuals and families can identify problem areas, explore what prevents the problem from being solved, and help you develop and learn skills that can enhance your quality of life.
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Michelle R Walters
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Raeford, NC 28376
Evidence based trauma training such as: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), and The ARAMMU relationship checkup for couples.
Easy scheduling and intake process. If you want to grow, create, "thrive instead of survive", improve your work, life, relationship, marriage, or just try to problem solve stuck areas, the tools are here! I especially enjoy using evidence-based treatments that empower clients and produce RESULTS! My motto is: My job is to work myself out of a job! If this resonates with you, call or email today!
Evidence based trauma training such as: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), and The ARAMMU relationship checkup for couples.
Easy scheduling and intake process. If you want to grow, create, "thrive instead of survive", improve your work, life, relationship, marriage, or just try to problem solve stuck areas, the tools are here! I especially enjoy using evidence-based treatments that empower clients and produce RESULTS! My motto is: My job is to work myself out of a job! If this resonates with you, call or email today!
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Healing Selves Therapeutics, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
Raeford, NC 28376
We are Licensed Professionals Providing: Psychotherapy, Substance Use Counseling, Trauma Processing, EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, and Consultation. We specialize in dissociative disorders, trauma, PTSD, Anxiety and Depression.
We are Licensed Professionals Providing: Psychotherapy, Substance Use Counseling, Trauma Processing, EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis, and Consultation. We specialize in dissociative disorders, trauma, PTSD, Anxiety and Depression.
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Renee B Wilson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC , NCC, LCAS, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raeford, NC 28376
Successful Therapy is conducted utilizing evidence-based modalities including: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Informed Interventions, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, EMDR and Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and Emotional Freedom.
It is my pleasure to work with adolescents, adults, couples, veterans, and active-duty military, as well as with groups. I enjoy collaborating with people of diverse racial, spiritual, and cultural backgrounds who have experienced trauma either in childhood, adulthood, or through the military service and who are seeking a safe place to overcome life’s adversities, learn a new way to function, and live a victorious life. I work with issues related to ADHD, anger, anxiety, drug/alcohol use, panic, PTSD, personal growth, racial identity, self-esteem, sexual assault, stress, stressor-related disorders, and career development.
Successful Therapy is conducted utilizing evidence-based modalities including: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Informed Interventions, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, EMDR and Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and Emotional Freedom.
It is my pleasure to work with adolescents, adults, couples, veterans, and active-duty military, as well as with groups. I enjoy collaborating with people of diverse racial, spiritual, and cultural backgrounds who have experienced trauma either in childhood, adulthood, or through the military service and who are seeking a safe place to overcome life’s adversities, learn a new way to function, and live a victorious life. I work with issues related to ADHD, anger, anxiety, drug/alcohol use, panic, PTSD, personal growth, racial identity, self-esteem, sexual assault, stress, stressor-related disorders, and career development.
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Healing Hearts Therapeutic Services PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Raeford, NC 28376
Ask about video sessions. With the current evolving nature of COVID-19, we are now offering telemental health (TMH) sessions for all clients. It is an effective means of meeting your mental health needs when a trip to the office is not possible. ALSO OFFERING TELE-PLAY THERAPY- The premise of play therapy is to meet children where they are and to speak their language. Technology is the modern facilitator of that language. Ultimately, while the work is slightly modified virtually, the therapeutic effects of having a space to process all that is presently occurring for them is invaluable. We're here to help!
Ask about video sessions. With the current evolving nature of COVID-19, we are now offering telemental health (TMH) sessions for all clients. It is an effective means of meeting your mental health needs when a trip to the office is not possible. ALSO OFFERING TELE-PLAY THERAPY- The premise of play therapy is to meet children where they are and to speak their language. Technology is the modern facilitator of that language. Ultimately, while the work is slightly modified virtually, the therapeutic effects of having a space to process all that is presently occurring for them is invaluable. We're here to help!
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The first step into counseling can be difficult one, but I will provide you with a caring and safe environment which will make a positive difference in your life. My goal is to enhance your life and give you the skills to deal with today's challenges. I strive to be a place of help, hope, and healing for families and individuals experiencing emotional, relational, spiritual, and marital distress by providing promote healthy relationships and improve the overall well being of our clients through high-quality mental health services which focus on the needs of families and individuals.
The first step into counseling can be difficult one, but I will provide you with a caring and safe environment which will make a positive difference in your life. My goal is to enhance your life and give you the skills to deal with today's challenges. I strive to be a place of help, hope, and healing for families and individuals experiencing emotional, relational, spiritual, and marital distress by providing promote healthy relationships and improve the overall well being of our clients through high-quality mental health services which focus on the needs of families and individuals.
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Symmetry Health Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, LCAS, RPT, CCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Raeford, NC 28376
Hello! Welcome to Symmetry Health Services, PLLC (SHS). During the therapeutic process at SHS, our goal is to provide our clients with guidance, insight, and tools that will result in self-empowerment and wellness. We are equipped and ready to make a special effort to advance each person to uncover the best solution for his or her problem. Our approach to therapy is to help individuals, families, and couples make sense of what has happened in their life, recognize how it continues to affect them, and make changes that allow them to move forward to accomplish their goals.
Hello! Welcome to Symmetry Health Services, PLLC (SHS). During the therapeutic process at SHS, our goal is to provide our clients with guidance, insight, and tools that will result in self-empowerment and wellness. We are equipped and ready to make a special effort to advance each person to uncover the best solution for his or her problem. Our approach to therapy is to help individuals, families, and couples make sense of what has happened in their life, recognize how it continues to affect them, and make changes that allow them to move forward to accomplish their goals.
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Carolina Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Raeford, NC 28376
Here at Carolina Counseling Services, your goals are our goals. Everyone is unique which is why we contract with experienced, licensed therapists with a variety of specialties. Our independently contracted therapists enjoy working with couples, adults, teens and children. We also respect and enjoy working with the military, understanding the unique challenges of military life.
Here at Carolina Counseling Services, your goals are our goals. Everyone is unique which is why we contract with experienced, licensed therapists with a variety of specialties. Our independently contracted therapists enjoy working with couples, adults, teens and children. We also respect and enjoy working with the military, understanding the unique challenges of military life.
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Align Counseling and Wellness, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Raeford, NC 28376
Welcome to Align Counseling and Wellness, PLLC! We are dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming, and empowering space for individuals seeking support and guidance on their mental health journey. Our practice is founded on a holistic and client-centered approach, acknowledging the unique needs of each individual who comes to us. We are devoted to providing a secure, inviting, and supportive atmosphere for those seeking help and direction on their path to mental wellness.
Welcome to Align Counseling and Wellness, PLLC! We are dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming, and empowering space for individuals seeking support and guidance on their mental health journey. Our practice is founded on a holistic and client-centered approach, acknowledging the unique needs of each individual who comes to us. We are devoted to providing a secure, inviting, and supportive atmosphere for those seeking help and direction on their path to mental wellness.
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Breaking Barriers Behavioral Services LLC has Licensed Professionals with experience in mental health, and behavioral health. As the owner, I am a graduate of North Carolina A&T State University and have obtained a Masters in Clinical Psychology at Alabama A&M University. Our practice assists families, couples, adults, and adolescents.We are trained to treat and service a diverse range of individuals and disorders (anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, grief, women's issues, etc. )
Breaking Barriers Behavioral Services LLC has Licensed Professionals with experience in mental health, and behavioral health. As the owner, I am a graduate of North Carolina A&T State University and have obtained a Masters in Clinical Psychology at Alabama A&M University. Our practice assists families, couples, adults, and adolescents.We are trained to treat and service a diverse range of individuals and disorders (anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, grief, women's issues, etc. )
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I work with Young Adults & Professionals pioneering the new terrains of independent life, Premarital & Seasoned Couples trying to steer their relationship out of the rocks, Mothers desiring to offload some of their unwanted childhood/ life-hood baggage that's meddling with the childhood experience they are trying to curate for their own children, Families going through transitions, desperately trying to hold it all together, and Christian individuals, couples and families seeking to have a Bible-centered therapeutic experience.
I work with Young Adults & Professionals pioneering the new terrains of independent life, Premarital & Seasoned Couples trying to steer their relationship out of the rocks, Mothers desiring to offload some of their unwanted childhood/ life-hood baggage that's meddling with the childhood experience they are trying to curate for their own children, Families going through transitions, desperately trying to hold it all together, and Christian individuals, couples and families seeking to have a Bible-centered therapeutic experience.
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Coast To Coast Bilingual Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raeford, NC 28376
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression, and difficulty making decisions? Are you unable to fall asleep at night because your mind is racing? Have you recently experienced a loss or are you having relationship problems? Are you having thoughts of suicide or self harming? We provide psychological services to adolescents, adults, relationships and families. We strive to provide quality treatment in a comfortable environment. We accept a range of insurances, coordinate with appropriate medical professionals as needed, and offer virtual therapy services.
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression, and difficulty making decisions? Are you unable to fall asleep at night because your mind is racing? Have you recently experienced a loss or are you having relationship problems? Are you having thoughts of suicide or self harming? We provide psychological services to adolescents, adults, relationships and families. We strive to provide quality treatment in a comfortable environment. We accept a range of insurances, coordinate with appropriate medical professionals as needed, and offer virtual therapy services.
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Sarah D. C. Fagan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raeford, NC 28376
Not accepting new clients
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LaTonya L Crumwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NC 28314
Waitlist for new clients
Are you someone who is motivated and committed to your personal growth and wellbeing? Recognized that you are facing challenges in your life and have the desire to make positive change? While specific issues may vary you may be dealing with, anxiety, stress, depression, low mood, relationship difficulties, self-esteem and self-confidence, life transitions, trauma and past experiences. Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and transformation, and are willing to invest time, effort, and openness into the therapeutic process because you understand the value of your mental and emotional well-being?
Are you someone who is motivated and committed to your personal growth and wellbeing? Recognized that you are facing challenges in your life and have the desire to make positive change? While specific issues may vary you may be dealing with, anxiety, stress, depression, low mood, relationship difficulties, self-esteem and self-confidence, life transitions, trauma and past experiences. Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and transformation, and are willing to invest time, effort, and openness into the therapeutic process because you understand the value of your mental and emotional well-being?
Online Therapists
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Kate Double
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27605
Intensives are available for EMDR and couples counseling - please inquire for fees.
Focusing primarily on relationships, sexuality and trauma; and starting with the belief that relationships are central to our well-being, I partner with patients to create a warm and safe space in which to explore patterns that impact growth. Therapy is not only to heal past hurts, but also to improve current/future functioning. I see psychotherapy as a joint and dynamic process between patients and clinician. My work is informed by Polyvagal & attachment theories; and pulls from a variety of evidence-based models including mindfulness, narrative therapy, EFT & Gottman approaches, among others. I am trained in EMDR & hypnosis.
Intensives are available for EMDR and couples counseling - please inquire for fees.
Focusing primarily on relationships, sexuality and trauma; and starting with the belief that relationships are central to our well-being, I partner with patients to create a warm and safe space in which to explore patterns that impact growth. Therapy is not only to heal past hurts, but also to improve current/future functioning. I see psychotherapy as a joint and dynamic process between patients and clinician. My work is informed by Polyvagal & attachment theories; and pulls from a variety of evidence-based models including mindfulness, narrative therapy, EFT & Gottman approaches, among others. I am trained in EMDR & hypnosis.
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Candice N Brenneman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NC 28305
I am trained to use EMDR for trauma from childhood and/or adulthood from car accidents, infidelity, sexual abuse, child abuse, domestic violence, and/or military traumas.
Accepting new clients...evening and Saturday hours! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in couples, family therapy, and relational work. My areas of expertise are pre-marital therapy, couples therapy, and family therapy. I am well-versed in military specific issues, as I contracted at various installations for six years. I work with clients 16-100 years old. I am EMDR basic trained and use tough skills with anxious and traumatized clients. Most of my clients have relationship issues due to past traumas that have not been processed.
I am trained to use EMDR for trauma from childhood and/or adulthood from car accidents, infidelity, sexual abuse, child abuse, domestic violence, and/or military traumas.
Accepting new clients...evening and Saturday hours! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in couples, family therapy, and relational work. My areas of expertise are pre-marital therapy, couples therapy, and family therapy. I am well-versed in military specific issues, as I contracted at various installations for six years. I work with clients 16-100 years old. I am EMDR basic trained and use tough skills with anxious and traumatized clients. Most of my clients have relationship issues due to past traumas that have not been processed.
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Several of the most common techniques that I will integrate into treatment are EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Life can be full of challenges and stressors that at times can build up and cause us to feel weighed down and stuck. Having a safe space to turn to in times of need can help to alleviate the burden. Unresolved traumas can also complicate the ability to manage daily life and overall wellbeing. It is my passion to help people heal from their painful life experiences and support them in becoming their ideal self and building a life that is abundant. Whether you are struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, or PTSD I am dedicated and motivated to support you in overcoming these barriers and achieving complete wellness.
Several of the most common techniques that I will integrate into treatment are EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Life can be full of challenges and stressors that at times can build up and cause us to feel weighed down and stuck. Having a safe space to turn to in times of need can help to alleviate the burden. Unresolved traumas can also complicate the ability to manage daily life and overall wellbeing. It is my passion to help people heal from their painful life experiences and support them in becoming their ideal self and building a life that is abundant. Whether you are struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, or PTSD I am dedicated and motivated to support you in overcoming these barriers and achieving complete wellness.
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Matt Kreiner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
I am a therapist that views the client/therapist dynamic as a partnership. I take a strengths-based approach to treatment and draw on concepts from my training in behavioral change as well as insight-building techniques including CBT, EMDR, psychoanalysis, attachment theory, EFT, and the Gottman Methods. I specialize in treating individuals, couples, and parents dealing with anxiety, relationship, addiction issues, and trauma. I also have advanced training in serving the LGBTQ+ communities, as well as sex addicts and partners of sex addicts. I am a kink-aware therapist and am comfortable working with polyamorous relationships.
I am a therapist that views the client/therapist dynamic as a partnership. I take a strengths-based approach to treatment and draw on concepts from my training in behavioral change as well as insight-building techniques including CBT, EMDR, psychoanalysis, attachment theory, EFT, and the Gottman Methods. I specialize in treating individuals, couples, and parents dealing with anxiety, relationship, addiction issues, and trauma. I also have advanced training in serving the LGBTQ+ communities, as well as sex addicts and partners of sex addicts. I am a kink-aware therapist and am comfortable working with polyamorous relationships.
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Anne Moss
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCAS, CAADC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28226 (Online Only)
+ trauma(PTSD) ( EMDR trained) Substance abuse issues.
Racing thoughts? Having a hard time concentrating? Zero motivation? Stress in your relationship? Overwhelmed? Scared to ask or seek help? I get it. I will listen and help you learn effective tools that will begin your journey to feeling more in control and regaining the quality of life that is important to you. I have over 18 years of experience with mental health issues as well as substance abuse. I am available for a free phone consultation. We can work together to help you find the control and quality of life you are looking for. Please give me a call, it's the first step to feeling better! (+ EMDR for trauma related symptoms).
+ trauma(PTSD) ( EMDR trained) Substance abuse issues.
Racing thoughts? Having a hard time concentrating? Zero motivation? Stress in your relationship? Overwhelmed? Scared to ask or seek help? I get it. I will listen and help you learn effective tools that will begin your journey to feeling more in control and regaining the quality of life that is important to you. I have over 18 years of experience with mental health issues as well as substance abuse. I am available for a free phone consultation. We can work together to help you find the control and quality of life you are looking for. Please give me a call, it's the first step to feeling better! (+ EMDR for trauma related symptoms).
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EMDR Therapists
Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.