Video Game Addiction Therapists in Raleigh, NC

Psychotherapy helps in managing your feelings, making better choices, and removing the obstacles to your goals. As a licensed psychotherapist I work with individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds dealing with emotional difficulties, relationship problems and various psychological conditions. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. My goal is to help my clients define what they truly want, and then help them manage the obstacles that get in their way.

If your ready to be empowered, I offer comprehensive psychoeducational services that provide help to children, adolescents, parents & families on their journeys.I enjoy working with children & families who desire growth in any area, including academics, behavioral &/or those on the autism spectrum. I am an enthusiastic, compassionate clinician who believes that individuals can excel & reach their goals. Using proven methods as well as innovative & creative techniques, together we can progress & learn to overcome obstacles. Everyone is a unique individual & I take a tailor made approach with each client. Using strengths to overcome weaknesses...

My ideal client has a desire to commit to creating change and willing to be vulnerable throughout the therapeutic process. Clients who struggle with intimacy struggles and mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and stress are both great focuses in my practice. My client's desire to be in happy and healthy relationships is what I like to foster.

Do you feel guilty if you say no to someone or ask for help with something? Do you feel like you're too much or too emotional? Do you want to stop dysfunctional family patterns and break generational trauma? Do you want to stop using coping skills that hurt you or your loved ones? If you answered yes to any of these, then you've come to the right spot. Together, we can discover the root causes behind your struggles with anger, anxiety, guilt, shame, depression, codependency, disorganized eating or low-self esteem. It only takes one person to break a cycle and together we can get you to where you want to be in your healing journey.

Choosing the right therapist can be a difficult decision; especially when they're working so closely with you or your child. You want someone who listens, understands and hears your concerns but is also supportive and nurturing. Let me begin by stating that I provide a safe environment where I incorporate empathy, encouragement, and laughter as part of the therapy process. But most importantly I believe in building a relationship with every person is the key to the healing process.

Do you have a hard time connecting with yourself and others around you? Does it often feel like no one really understands how you're feeling? I listen and try to understand where my clients are coming from, and once we understand one another and have built a solid relationship I can teach a wide variety of integrative health and wellness skills that will help you overcome challenges related (but not limited) to: school refusal, social anxiety, peer group communication, family conflicts, intimate relationships, behavioral addictions, chronic illness, emotional trauma and panic attacks.

The goal of personal counseling is to assist you in resolving personal issues that may be preventing you from achieving your full potential. There are a variety of personal issues to discuss during counseling. Some of the more common concerns include: depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, interpersonal conflicts, stress and time management.

Accepting new clients- I think that everyone has the ability and human right to find happiness in whatever way that looks like to them. There are so many things that can push us away from finding peace and comfort. My job will be to help you find some stability and a safe space to discuss and work with me to find the best way to help you find what you need to get to where you need to be.

Kenya Anderson, an Air Force veteran with 8 years in criminal justice and investigation, excels in leadership, accountability, and risk management. Passionate about quality performance, she mentors veterans transitioning to civilian life and advocates for mental health in minority communities. As an MSW student, she's interned in various departments, focusing on interdisciplinary collaboration for clients' holistic health.

You are better than the worst thing you've ever done! The goal of Starlight Counseling is for your dignity to be restored. If you are involved with the court system and in need of a substance assessment or counseling I can set an appointment within 1 to 3 business days.

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. Mental health is rarely a linear path and too often we feel like progress needs to be measured in the here and now. I enjoy working with clients that are seeking to address areas in their life that they are struggling with. The client I tend to work best with is someone who is willing to look at their life with an open mind and a willingness to work on asserting more control in their journey. I am inclusive of all and pass no judgement as all of us need a space to safely explore our needs.

One of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Cultivating a strong and healthy relationship with yourself is the foundation for healing and wellness in your life. I believe that you possess the strength and power within yourself to enact the necessary change in your life. My role is to help you discover these qualities and learn how to use them to your benefit. Together, we will walk through the uncomfortable terrain towards self-acceptance, because only when you accept yourself fully will you step into a healthier and more authentic way of living.

My approach to counseling is that of a “fellow traveler” who takes the journey alongside of you in a way that is calm, open, supportive, empathic, and actively engaged with you at all times. I bring a unique existential approach to counseling that helps you in the “here and now,” and daily lived experiences of your life. I work with couples and individual’s ages 13-70. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, intimacy issues (physical and emotional), LGBTQIA issues, men’s issues, marital conflict, sexual addiction, and complex personal life struggles. There is space here for you!

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, a challenging relationship, or loss of a sense of self? Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better and happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain about how to manage their lives, relationships, and careers. Let me be the torch to help you light the way to learning to set boundaries, work through a loss, and life transitions, or help you change a pattern of behavior that keeps you stuck. We offer an inclusive, safe space with in-person or virtual appointments today!

My clients consider me to be an empathic listener, a keen observer, and a calming presence. I bring a warm smile, a curious, gentle, friendly manner, a ready laugh, and a healthy self into my therapy sessions every day. I sincerely care about the people I work with and work hard to create a warm and trusting environment for clients of all ages. Forming and nurturing relationships is my strength. It's within the context of a healthy relationship that emotional and mental healing occurs. I'm trained to facilitate treatment for internet and technology compulsions and addictions including gaming, online pornography, and related issues.

I am a solution-focused therapist, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist and a Registered Yoga Teacher offering therapy and coaching for individuals and families in a warm and welcoming environment. I specialize in anxiety disorders, mindfulness, trauma, PTSD, codependency, adult children of alcoholic issues, life coaching and addiction recovery with clients just like you throughout Raleigh and Wake County.

Has finding an inclusive therapist been a challenge for you? Do you need a counselor who understands experiences around BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, neurodiversity, ability differences, and any other wonderful traits that make you who you are? As therapists at Nour Counseling, we self-identify with historically marginalized backgrounds, and have a special passion for supporting our communities. You can come to each therapy session resting assured that your therapist recognizes how the intersection of your various identities impacts the way you experience the world and presenting concerns. We celebrate folx who identify as bicultural, Black, African American, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, ability diverse, and all who have been historically marginalized because… Everyone means everyone.

NOW > Offering "Structured Family Interventions" to help family members cope with a loved one with addiction issues, and facilitate them getting to primary treatment. It can be frustrating to feel and behave a certain way, knowing that you have or can be better at living. I am comfortable with those who know that something is not working and are considering how to change, so they can ultimately function better. My clients are those who come for one on one counseling, family members, and couples who struggle with addiction in the home. I have a wide range of experience in treating addiction, mental health, and supporting recovery.

My primary specialty is attachment theory. Attachment based modalities include Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals (EFIT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy for Families (EFFT). Other areas of speciality include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which is effective in treating trauma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). I am also growing in my ability to apply Internal Family Systems (IFS) in my practice with clients.