Substance Use Therapists in Raleigh, NC

When you make the decision to take charge of your mental health and venture into therapy, you want to find a therapist who makes you feel comfortable and encouraged. Someone who will listen, understand, and most importantly - care about your therapeutic growth. People seek therapy for numerous reasons, like depression, trauma, anxiety, life transitions, etc. No matter what brings you to therapy, I would love to assist you throughout the process, to reach your goals. "We don't have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to.” -Dr. Brené Brown

I am a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based practices for individuals across all life stages and levels of functioning. My ideal client could be an elite athlete striving to enhance performance, a business professional with clinical issues, or someone on a journey of self-discovery. These clients seek a collaborative therapeutic environment where they feel empowered to understand themselves better and develop the skills needed for peak performance and personal growth. My approach integrates cognitive and behavioral strategies with mindfulness, acceptance, and interpersonal techniques to support their unique goals.

In my work as a counselor, I strive to promote change. I believe through the process of counseling change occurs internally and externally by developing healthy skills to promote positive change. My goal is to help empower clients to face their struggles and be able to live a life based on their values and what is most important to them. I have experience working with clients who face various struggles in the following areas: depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief and loss, ADD, autism, anger management, family relationship difficulties and self-harm.

John embodies the key philosophies of the counseling profession which include wellness, resilience, and prevention. He enjoys providing treatment to clients by resolving emotional and personal needs within the wellness model. His practical view of the function of counseling involves a journey of self-exploration by the client that increases their level of self-understanding and self-awareness. John uses cognitive behavioral therapy and is also eclectic in his approach, based on the needs of the client and what would work best in bringing forth change with the client.

You have an intuitive, spiritual, or metaphysical perspective. You're pursuing an inspired life, yet there's too much tension inside. Anxiety, heaviness, or history of trauma can weigh on your heart, and make it feel impossible to manifest your dreams. Perhaps your empathy or sensitivity creates its own challenges. With an experienced counselor drawing from a variety of approaches, you can grow in clarity and empowerment. With time, you'll be surprised at the peace and joy you develop about your path.

The Outpatient Therapy Program provides quality support ranging from clinical assessments, individual and family therapy sessions, guidance on your recovery journey, education, and additional mental health resources to our youth (ages 6-24). Together we can create a thriving community for all.

Life is full of challenges, unexpected twists, and difficult decisions. Facing these things alone can be overwhelming. Therapy can be a great place to sort through life's challenges as well as explore core beliefs and develop healthy coping mechanisms to not only get through life, but enjoy it. As a therapist, I enjoy working with adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, dealing with past trauma, life transitions, identity issues, and self-worth. I like to work with others to create meaningful change in their lives.

I am available for virtual visits with clients in North Carolina and Hawai'i. I have worked with adults who present with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, psychosis, mania, substance abuse, interpersonal relationship issues, and trauma. I have also worked with clients of varying gender, race, ethnicity, sexuality, socioeconomic status, and education level. If you are interested in working together, then please verify your personal information through Headway.co and we can schedule a 15-minute telephone consultation to see if we would be a good match before beginning our telehealth sessions.

What does “healing” mean to you? Is it a one-time event or an ongoing process? Maybe for you it’s both or neither or more? How you define healing will be based on your needs, goals and experiences. I am passionate about providing culturally-sensitive and affirming care for clients who suffer from overwhelming emotions as a result of trauma, medical issues, violence, grief, and lack of acceptance from loved ones based on their identity. I bring over ten years of practice experience as a medical social worker, therapist, and community health advocate to my work with my clients.

If you are experiencing a difficult transition, relationship issues, work/life balance concerns, low self-esteem or, if you are in pain, feeling stuck, or simply want to move in a new direction with your life, I would like to help. I began working as a therapist in 1995 and currently work with individuals who struggle with all sorts of issues that hinder one's ability to feel balanced, connected or fulfilled. In this work, I especially enjoy the exploration and collaboration that occurs in a safe, nonjudgmental setting as we work toward resolution and healing.

While life's struggles are inevitable, you don't have to walk the journey alone. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, self-worth, and co-dependency, and I have a particular passion for joining with clients through the difficulties of addiction. I trust that a successful relationship between counselor and client is based on mutual trust and respect. I believe that optimal wellness is achieved by caring for the whole person; mental, emotional and physical. I collaborate with other mental health and medical professionals to help meet the needs of my clients.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who is passionate and truly care about the individuals that I serve, with the goal of collaborating with you in solving those life challenges that may hinder your ability to function adequately. my professional experiences have prepared me to understand individual unique needs, cultural sensitivity, dignity and respect of the person, and obstacles that present in managing life stressors. I will explore options that will enable you to deal with life challenges with the aim of enhancing self-growth.

Amie’s belief is that the treatment process should be eclectic and individualized to meet treatment needs. Amie believes that empowerment and interpersonal relationships are an integral part of healing. Amie has a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families learn and utilize healthy coping skills and effective communication styles throughout the therapy process. Her goal is to develop favorable outcomes regarding quality of life, emotional well-being, self-esteem, self-determination and sufficiency, and improving interpersonal relationships and family functioning.

I’m glad you are here! My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to explore your needs. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, addictions, self-esteem, stress management, and relationship issues. My approach is individualized and focused on the client being the expert of their own recovery. Therapy can help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and learn the skills you need to start/get back on the path of living the quality of life you want and deserve.

What can we do to bring about change in our life? Working with a therapist can have far reaching benefits. Through compassionate and collaborative exploration, my goal is to help you build increased self-awareness and form new understandings of your past and present. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for in-depth work with children, adolescents, adults and couples.

I tailor my therapeutic approach uniquely to your presenting concerns and goals in therapy. You are provided clear expectations of what treatment involves and what progress will actually look like. I will work closely with you to safely discover your inner dynamics, identify potential areas of beneficial adaptive change, and further develop strengths and resilience. The essence of the therapeutic work occurs within a fine balance of supporting you while fostering accountability and self-confidence. This often results in sustainable growth and positive internal change. I work with the premise that you will ultimately achieve enhanced mental and emotional clarity.

My counseling experience includes work with couples, individuals, and families experiencing relationship difficulties, conflict, and communication issues. My areas of counseling specialization include marital / relational issues, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, infidelity, trauma, past hurts, and life transitions. In addition to my masters degree in social work, and my counseling license, I also have a master of divinity degree and 25+ years as a pastor.

Life is not always easy, but I believe we all have the strength within us to grow, adapt, and heal. My goal is to create a safe space for you to uncover your own resilience and cultivate a sense of meaning and purpose in this life. I primarily work with adults of all ages facing a variety of concerns such as: anxiety, panic, mild-to-moderate depression, grief and loss, OCD, chronic and terminal physical illness, relational/family stressors, and difficulties related to addiction. I am able to integrate faith and spirituality into counseling if so desired.

My ideal client is someone who may have been hesitant about starting therapy, but has decided to take a chance. I want to remove the negative stigma attached to therapy and support my clients on their journey to growth and healing. I am passionate about helping clients find ways to process their emotions and learns ways to handle everyday stress. I tend to gravitate towards clients dealing with past trauma, depression, anxiety and grief. I want people to feel empowered and realize their current struggles don't define them. I want to bring out the best in my clients and encourage them to not be afraid of their feelings.