Substance Use Therapists in Sherrills Ford, NC

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Courtney Herrera
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCASA, NCC, CMCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
I am experienced in working with children and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use in various settings.
I liken my therapeutic approach to the Japanese artform of Kintsugi in which broken pieces of pottery are mended together by precious metals, creating an equally or even more beautiful creation than it was in its original state. As a philosophy, if an object has been damaged then it has more of a history and should, therefore, be celebrated and highlighted, rather than hidden or discarded. Just as the broken sections are embraced in Kintsugi I believe that the broken, flawed, imperfect pieces of our life can come together with the good experiences, to form an even more amazing and beautiful life.
I am experienced in working with children and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use in various settings.
I liken my therapeutic approach to the Japanese artform of Kintsugi in which broken pieces of pottery are mended together by precious metals, creating an equally or even more beautiful creation than it was in its original state. As a philosophy, if an object has been damaged then it has more of a history and should, therefore, be celebrated and highlighted, rather than hidden or discarded. Just as the broken sections are embraced in Kintsugi I believe that the broken, flawed, imperfect pieces of our life can come together with the good experiences, to form an even more amazing and beautiful life.
(828) 593-5440 View (828) 593-5440
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Kalyn Elkins
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are looking to heal from past experiences, build better relationships with others or yourself, manage stress and anxiety, work towards resolving conflict, or find healthier ways of thinking, behaving, and experiencing, then I am here to help you recognize that you have the inner resources to do so. Together we can begin reframing negative core beliefs and automatic assumptions that control patterns of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors and accruing different tools and resources that you can take with you on your day-to-day. This gained insight can give you the power to choose how to best move forward.
Whether you are looking to heal from past experiences, build better relationships with others or yourself, manage stress and anxiety, work towards resolving conflict, or find healthier ways of thinking, behaving, and experiencing, then I am here to help you recognize that you have the inner resources to do so. Together we can begin reframing negative core beliefs and automatic assumptions that control patterns of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors and accruing different tools and resources that you can take with you on your day-to-day. This gained insight can give you the power to choose how to best move forward.
(980) 983-3227 View (980) 983-3227
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Thrive Counseling and Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LCAS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
Are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or just not like "you?" Does it feel like extra work to just get through the day? We get it. We're here to help you feel at peace, calm, and hopeful - no matter what is happening in your world.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or just not like "you?" Does it feel like extra work to just get through the day? We get it. We're here to help you feel at peace, calm, and hopeful - no matter what is happening in your world.
(704) 228-9626 x4 View (704) 228-9626 x4
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Chris McClure
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LCASA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
My clients want to make changes that improve their quality of lives, careers, and relationships. I focus on couples, addiction, grief, trauma, life transitions, professional burnout, finding purpose, and spirituality. I connect well with mid-career professionals and people who have had that nagging sense of wanting something more. I also work with couples post-treatment from addiction. I see my role as a confidential member of the client's support system, a mirror, and exploration guide.
My clients want to make changes that improve their quality of lives, careers, and relationships. I focus on couples, addiction, grief, trauma, life transitions, professional burnout, finding purpose, and spirituality. I connect well with mid-career professionals and people who have had that nagging sense of wanting something more. I also work with couples post-treatment from addiction. I see my role as a confidential member of the client's support system, a mirror, and exploration guide.
(980) 217-8684 View (980) 217-8684

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Amy Cooper
Counselor, MA, LCAS, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
Hello and welcome! I understand how difficult it is to ask for help. My goal is to create a safe space for you to be you- to just be human. Whether you are dealing with the shame of substance use issues, sexual identity concerns, or childhood traumas, I offer space for you to be vulnerable. What I do not provide is judgment. I offer acceptance. I believe we all heal through connection. I am here to support you through your individual journey- whatever that looks like. We can lay the burdens down together. You are not alone.
Hello and welcome! I understand how difficult it is to ask for help. My goal is to create a safe space for you to be you- to just be human. Whether you are dealing with the shame of substance use issues, sexual identity concerns, or childhood traumas, I offer space for you to be vulnerable. What I do not provide is judgment. I offer acceptance. I believe we all heal through connection. I am here to support you through your individual journey- whatever that looks like. We can lay the burdens down together. You are not alone.
(704) 703-4047 View (704) 703-4047
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Stephanie Powell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS-A, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
When we feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, or alone, our ability to function at our best can be greatly impacted. At times it can feel like we are broken, lost, or just going through the motions every day. It can be difficult to see how your life can improve when you feel stuck in the middle of it. Whether your struggles include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or substance use issues it is my goal to help you through this process with compassion, respect, and honesty.
When we feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, or alone, our ability to function at our best can be greatly impacted. At times it can feel like we are broken, lost, or just going through the motions every day. It can be difficult to see how your life can improve when you feel stuck in the middle of it. Whether your struggles include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or substance use issues it is my goal to help you through this process with compassion, respect, and honesty.
(980) 246-4488 View (980) 246-4488
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Julie G. Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
I have over 14 years of experience in the mental health field and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use issues. I also have extensive experience helping clients explore underlying core beliefs that impact both their self-esteem and many of their relationships. I am nationally certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (commonly referred to as CBT), which is extremely effective for individuals who need to quickly learn skills and techniques to reduce symptoms.
I have over 14 years of experience in the mental health field and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use issues. I also have extensive experience helping clients explore underlying core beliefs that impact both their self-esteem and many of their relationships. I am nationally certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (commonly referred to as CBT), which is extremely effective for individuals who need to quickly learn skills and techniques to reduce symptoms.
(704) 459-8603 View (704) 459-8603
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Kristin Matas
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
Each person is unique with their own concerns and counseling needs. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life adjustments, relationship issues, substance use issues, or unresolved trauma, learning therapeutic strategies can help you feel better. I will tailor my approach with you based on the information you provide and my clinical assessment. We will collaborate to establish your treatment goals. I understand that counseling is a very personal experience, and it is important that you feel comfortable discussing your thoughts and feelings with me in an environment that is safe, accepting and non-judgmental.
Each person is unique with their own concerns and counseling needs. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life adjustments, relationship issues, substance use issues, or unresolved trauma, learning therapeutic strategies can help you feel better. I will tailor my approach with you based on the information you provide and my clinical assessment. We will collaborate to establish your treatment goals. I understand that counseling is a very personal experience, and it is important that you feel comfortable discussing your thoughts and feelings with me in an environment that is safe, accepting and non-judgmental.
(704) 850-6573 View (704) 850-6573
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Huntersville Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
Huntersville Counseling Center provides counseling and psychological services to individuals in the Charlotte area. We promote individual growth and psychological health. We understand that each client is a unique individual influenced by their culture, family, values, and personal identity.
Huntersville Counseling Center provides counseling and psychological services to individuals in the Charlotte area. We promote individual growth and psychological health. We understand that each client is a unique individual influenced by their culture, family, values, and personal identity.
(704) 276-6417 View (704) 276-6417
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Justin J Barnes
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCASA, NCC
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
I earned my graduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in Counseling with a concentration in addictions. I obtained my undergraduate degree from Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary in Urban Christian Ministries, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude. Areas of treatment include anxiety, stress, addiction, depression, grief & loss, and life challenges. My treatment approaches are evidence-based and include Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Person-centered therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). I have completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
I earned my graduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in Counseling with a concentration in addictions. I obtained my undergraduate degree from Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary in Urban Christian Ministries, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude. Areas of treatment include anxiety, stress, addiction, depression, grief & loss, and life challenges. My treatment approaches are evidence-based and include Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Person-centered therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). I have completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
(980) 291-4986 View (980) 291-4986
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Tamara Farris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Catawba, NC 28609  (Online Only)
Learn yourself. Heal yourself. Know yourself. Life often moves us away from our authentic selves, where we are forced to operate within the expectations coming from our environment. More often times than not, we come to a place in life where we realize this life isn't working for us anymore, and something has to change. Although we like the idea of change, change can be scary.
Learn yourself. Heal yourself. Know yourself. Life often moves us away from our authentic selves, where we are forced to operate within the expectations coming from our environment. More often times than not, we come to a place in life where we realize this life isn't working for us anymore, and something has to change. Although we like the idea of change, change can be scary.
(980) 351-5324 View (980) 351-5324
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Shauna Faile
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117
You matter! If you or your relationship is struggling, it is time to find and believe in your greatness. Seeking therapy is a brave process. My mission is to empower individuals, couples, and families to you explore your thoughts, feelings, insights, and struggles to navigate life's challenges. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your relationship, or your family, I am committed to helping you build resilience, foster connection, and discover a sense of empowerment that leads you to discovering you are the hero of your story. It is time to believe in YOU. I look forward to working with you.
You matter! If you or your relationship is struggling, it is time to find and believe in your greatness. Seeking therapy is a brave process. My mission is to empower individuals, couples, and families to you explore your thoughts, feelings, insights, and struggles to navigate life's challenges. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your relationship, or your family, I am committed to helping you build resilience, foster connection, and discover a sense of empowerment that leads you to discovering you are the hero of your story. It is time to believe in YOU. I look forward to working with you.
(704) 327-5780 View (704) 327-5780
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Turning Point Family Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCMHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
Turning Point Family Services offers a variety of outpatient services. These services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, and psychiatric medication management. These services are customized to meet the needs of the children and families that we serve, and can be conducted via telehealth as well.
Turning Point Family Services offers a variety of outpatient services. These services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, and psychiatric medication management. These services are customized to meet the needs of the children and families that we serve, and can be conducted via telehealth as well.
(704) 994-5460 View (704) 994-5460
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Michael Gebelein
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
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.
(980) 217-8816 View (980) 217-8816
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Allyssa Towery
LCSW Associate , LCSWA
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
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.
(980) 372-1156 View (980) 372-1156
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Strengthening Foundations Child & Family Cnslng
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117  (Online Only)
Facing life's challenges and transitions should not be done alone. When you encounter issues arising from lifecycle changes, relational turmoil or any other challenges that invoke a crisis or grief, it is important to have genuine and empathetic support to guide you without passing judgment. As a spouse of a retired veteran, I have over 20 years of experience adapting to the lifestyle challenges that the military community encounters. I have helped many families successfully cope with the military lifestyle, relational struggles and raise special children.
Facing life's challenges and transitions should not be done alone. When you encounter issues arising from lifecycle changes, relational turmoil or any other challenges that invoke a crisis or grief, it is important to have genuine and empathetic support to guide you without passing judgment. As a spouse of a retired veteran, I have over 20 years of experience adapting to the lifestyle challenges that the military community encounters. I have helped many families successfully cope with the military lifestyle, relational struggles and raise special children.
(910) 672-6766 View (910) 672-6766
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Erin Langdon McAdams
Counselor, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117  (Online Only)
Would you like to create space for work/ life balance? Would it be helpful to learn more about the connection between your behaviors, feelings, and thoughts? Are you ready to talk about coping strategies- both those that work and learn new ones? I work collaboratively with individuals and families to manage stressors, feelings of stress and anxiety, and cope with addictions.
Would you like to create space for work/ life balance? Would it be helpful to learn more about the connection between your behaviors, feelings, and thoughts? Are you ready to talk about coping strategies- both those that work and learn new ones? I work collaboratively with individuals and families to manage stressors, feelings of stress and anxiety, and cope with addictions.
(980) 575-0934 View (980) 575-0934
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Debbie Parrott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
Helping people navigate life's challenges is my passion. I believe in relationships, and enjoy working with clients to help them develop healthier connections within themselves, with friends and family, and with society. I also take a particular interest in teaching clients coping skills to manage their distress, including mindfulness and yoga. I am experienced in guiding individuals, couples, and families through relationship challenges, grieving difficulties, life transitions/divorce, substance abuse, and trauma. I'm able to connect compassionately with resistant adolescents and teach their parents more effective ways to understand and support them through those often tumultuous years.
Helping people navigate life's challenges is my passion. I believe in relationships, and enjoy working with clients to help them develop healthier connections within themselves, with friends and family, and with society. I also take a particular interest in teaching clients coping skills to manage their distress, including mindfulness and yoga. I am experienced in guiding individuals, couples, and families through relationship challenges, grieving difficulties, life transitions/divorce, substance abuse, and trauma. I'm able to connect compassionately with resistant adolescents and teach their parents more effective ways to understand and support them through those often tumultuous years.
(704) 761-4918 View (704) 761-4918
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Dr. Steve R Benson
Licensed Professional Counselor, DEd Min, MAC, MDiv, LCMHC-S, LCAS
Verified Verified
Denver, NC 28037
Everyone has a story. . . of joy and sorrow, love and sadness, wounds and healing. Everyone's story is sacred and waiting to be discovered. But often we struggle to read our story because of depression, anxiety, past pains, or relational difficulties. My vision is to enable people to experience God's powerful grace in order to live in true freedom, transformation and discovery. I provide a pathway for people struggling on the journey to find hope for their broken hearts, healing for their wounds, and a hiding place to wrestle with the grace of God.
Everyone has a story. . . of joy and sorrow, love and sadness, wounds and healing. Everyone's story is sacred and waiting to be discovered. But often we struggle to read our story because of depression, anxiety, past pains, or relational difficulties. My vision is to enable people to experience God's powerful grace in order to live in true freedom, transformation and discovery. I provide a pathway for people struggling on the journey to find hope for their broken hearts, healing for their wounds, and a hiding place to wrestle with the grace of God.
(704) 550-4792 View (704) 550-4792
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Courtney Blackledge
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117  (Online Only)
Life is hard. Intense emotions, life transitions, difficulty with relationships, mental health concerns, trauma, rejection and loneliness; are only a few of the things we can struggle with at any given time. But you don’t have to deal with these issues alone. Counseling can serve as a place for you to process past hurts and life changes, identify unhelpful relationship patterns, find new coping skills and resources for strong emotions or mental health issues, or provide yourself with the ultimate self-care by setting an hour aside to reflect on where you are, where you want to go, and what obstacles are in the way of your goals.
Life is hard. Intense emotions, life transitions, difficulty with relationships, mental health concerns, trauma, rejection and loneliness; are only a few of the things we can struggle with at any given time. But you don’t have to deal with these issues alone. Counseling can serve as a place for you to process past hurts and life changes, identify unhelpful relationship patterns, find new coping skills and resources for strong emotions or mental health issues, or provide yourself with the ultimate self-care by setting an hour aside to reflect on where you are, where you want to go, and what obstacles are in the way of your goals.
(910) 543-3245 View (910) 543-3245

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Substance Use Therapists

How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?

In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.

Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?

There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.