Depression Therapists in Sunset Beach, NC
Heather M Rubino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCASA
Verified Verified
Sunset Beach, NC 28468
Accepting New Clients. You are so brave and courageous for taking this step! I know this is probably overwhelming, but I am glad you are here. In life we often feel stuck or overwhelmed with heavy feelings of anxiety, depression, trauma, or life in general. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I am passionate about and have experience in working with adolescents, adults, and older adults who are experiencing and may be impacted by feelings of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life challenges and or transitions, substance abuse, grief, and trauma.
Accepting New Clients. You are so brave and courageous for taking this step! I know this is probably overwhelming, but I am glad you are here. In life we often feel stuck or overwhelmed with heavy feelings of anxiety, depression, trauma, or life in general. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I am passionate about and have experience in working with adolescents, adults, and older adults who are experiencing and may be impacted by feelings of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life challenges and or transitions, substance abuse, grief, and trauma.
Imagine relaxing the grip of the painful past and the scary future. Imagine letting go of limiting stories and habits, and learning to welcome experiences and thoughts with curiosity and appreciation, instead of rigidity and dread. Imagine learning to befriend your feelings, investigate your beliefs, recognize your strengths, and move toward your values, building on what already works. Imagine learning these new skills and attitudes with a compassionate, light-hearted therapist.
Imagine relaxing the grip of the painful past and the scary future. Imagine letting go of limiting stories and habits, and learning to welcome experiences and thoughts with curiosity and appreciation, instead of rigidity and dread. Imagine learning to befriend your feelings, investigate your beliefs, recognize your strengths, and move toward your values, building on what already works. Imagine learning these new skills and attitudes with a compassionate, light-hearted therapist.
Life often comes at us in full force when we are feeling our most vulnerable. It can be challenging to get through the day without feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, discouraged or at times, angry. Everyone deserves a safe space to unwind from daily stressors and to explore the challenges that life throws your way. In our work together, we will build a therapeutic relationship that promotes empathy, trust and congruence. We will strive to set achievable goals that will enhance your quality of life, increase your self confidence and ultimately lead to a happier you.
Life often comes at us in full force when we are feeling our most vulnerable. It can be challenging to get through the day without feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, discouraged or at times, angry. Everyone deserves a safe space to unwind from daily stressors and to explore the challenges that life throws your way. In our work together, we will build a therapeutic relationship that promotes empathy, trust and congruence. We will strive to set achievable goals that will enhance your quality of life, increase your self confidence and ultimately lead to a happier you.
Feeling better about yourself leads to feeling better about life. Much of our stress comes from our negative thinking about ourselves which makes us feel negative about others and about life. You can change your life by changing your thinking. Having trust in your therapist is also what it's all about. I provide non-judgment, great listening skills, and a wisdom that comes not only from 36 years of experience, but also from delving within my own self. This leads to having a deep understanding of my patients who feel that from me right away. www.connienumbers.com
Feeling better about yourself leads to feeling better about life. Much of our stress comes from our negative thinking about ourselves which makes us feel negative about others and about life. You can change your life by changing your thinking. Having trust in your therapist is also what it's all about. I provide non-judgment, great listening skills, and a wisdom that comes not only from 36 years of experience, but also from delving within my own self. This leads to having a deep understanding of my patients who feel that from me right away. www.connienumbers.com
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Hi, I am Allison Adcock. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. I specialize in substance use, addiction, and eating disorders. I take a client-centered, values-based approach when conducting therapy and work with clients to set goals based on their core values, needs, and wants. I treat ages 13+, male, female, and non-binary individuals. Conditions within my scope include depression, anxiety, substance use and addiction, and eating disorders. I also have experience treating individuals with mood and adjustment disorders.
Hi, I am Allison Adcock. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. I specialize in substance use, addiction, and eating disorders. I take a client-centered, values-based approach when conducting therapy and work with clients to set goals based on their core values, needs, and wants. I treat ages 13+, male, female, and non-binary individuals. Conditions within my scope include depression, anxiety, substance use and addiction, and eating disorders. I also have experience treating individuals with mood and adjustment disorders.
Dr. Bob Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCMHC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Shallotte, NC 28459
Persons with issues/problems such as grief/loss, anger, loneliness, job burnout, anger, stress inertia, relationships, divorce, doubt, alcohol, and needing to talk about their have been helped in my practice . Accompanied by anxiety, depression, these pissues subtract from our time and energy. Everyone wants to enjoy life to the fullest, have hope, and feel accepted living in the present moment. The scope of my practice is for individuals, couples, and adolescents. I keep a few slots for persons with alcohol use as long as they are in an established program of recovery.
Persons with issues/problems such as grief/loss, anger, loneliness, job burnout, anger, stress inertia, relationships, divorce, doubt, alcohol, and needing to talk about their have been helped in my practice . Accompanied by anxiety, depression, these pissues subtract from our time and energy. Everyone wants to enjoy life to the fullest, have hope, and feel accepted living in the present moment. The scope of my practice is for individuals, couples, and adolescents. I keep a few slots for persons with alcohol use as long as they are in an established program of recovery.
Mary-Eileen Hahn
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Shallotte, NC 28470
Your story is unique. Inviting someone to know, share and explore your story in order to illuminate truths both wonderful and difficult is the courageous work of therapy. My goal is encouragement, growth and freedom for you. Returning you to a healthy balance in thinking, feeling, behaving and relating will be the focus of our work. I welcome individuals struggling with life transition issues, anxiety and depression, emotion regulation difficulties, work/life satisfaction challenges and relational issues. Marriage/couples work is welcomed.
Your story is unique. Inviting someone to know, share and explore your story in order to illuminate truths both wonderful and difficult is the courageous work of therapy. My goal is encouragement, growth and freedom for you. Returning you to a healthy balance in thinking, feeling, behaving and relating will be the focus of our work. I welcome individuals struggling with life transition issues, anxiety and depression, emotion regulation difficulties, work/life satisfaction challenges and relational issues. Marriage/couples work is welcomed.
As a professional counselor, my mission is to be an instrument of hope, compassion, and truth as I come alongside and partner with clients on their journey toward healing and wholeness. My life and professional experiences are broad; they include counseling in a university setting, intensive in-home therapy, and overseas service. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and groups from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. I am especially passionate about helping clients address their struggles with anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and life transitions.
As a professional counselor, my mission is to be an instrument of hope, compassion, and truth as I come alongside and partner with clients on their journey toward healing and wholeness. My life and professional experiences are broad; they include counseling in a university setting, intensive in-home therapy, and overseas service. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and groups from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. I am especially passionate about helping clients address their struggles with anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Veronica A. Zinkham, LPC, Psychotherapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CPC
Verified Verified
Shallotte, NC 28459
My goal is to help you feel welcomed, safe, and unjudged. My passion is to assist you in learning to meet, manage, and move beyond difficult life challenges and gain optimal growth and belief in YOU. If you struggle with Relationships, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Trauma or Abuse, you have the power to heal. I am humbled by the human spirit. Therapy is a process of collaboration, mutual goal setting, awareness, trust and change. When you are hurting, reach out - help is there for you. I will offer support, guidance and steps to overcome life hurts.
My goal is to help you feel welcomed, safe, and unjudged. My passion is to assist you in learning to meet, manage, and move beyond difficult life challenges and gain optimal growth and belief in YOU. If you struggle with Relationships, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Trauma or Abuse, you have the power to heal. I am humbled by the human spirit. Therapy is a process of collaboration, mutual goal setting, awareness, trust and change. When you are hurting, reach out - help is there for you. I will offer support, guidance and steps to overcome life hurts.
Christine A Still
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Shallotte, NC 28469
Waitlist for new clients
These skills assist individuals in navigating their management of Anxiety, Depression, & Panic, while Building Healthy Relationships, Improving Self-Esteem, Achieving Balance.
Are you experiencing emotional roller coasters? Struggling to control racing thoughts? Looking to find balance? I offer those experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal issues, and trauma ways to build consistency in their lives. Happiness Comes In Waves, however, Peace is Consistent. I work with individuals and couples to identify their needs and take action to meet them. My therapeutic approach starts with building a strong relationship with the client in order to help identify these patterns to create lasting change. Together, we will find your resiliency, to rise with your strengths towards your own personal goals.
These skills assist individuals in navigating their management of Anxiety, Depression, & Panic, while Building Healthy Relationships, Improving Self-Esteem, Achieving Balance.
Are you experiencing emotional roller coasters? Struggling to control racing thoughts? Looking to find balance? I offer those experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal issues, and trauma ways to build consistency in their lives. Happiness Comes In Waves, however, Peace is Consistent. I work with individuals and couples to identify their needs and take action to meet them. My therapeutic approach starts with building a strong relationship with the client in order to help identify these patterns to create lasting change. Together, we will find your resiliency, to rise with your strengths towards your own personal goals.
I treat children and teens who have experienced trauma or who are struggling with anxiety, depression or major changes in life.
I am dedicated to helping adults and children as they navigate life's challenges. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside you; to provide safety and support and quiet the noise that surrounds us to find your inner strength and resilience. I have over 25 years experience helping children, families and adults who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression and stress/burnout. Life can feel overwhelming and I offer a safe place to work through issues from your past, your relationships, your work/school, the impact of medical conditions, and other stressors.
I treat children and teens who have experienced trauma or who are struggling with anxiety, depression or major changes in life.
I am dedicated to helping adults and children as they navigate life's challenges. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside you; to provide safety and support and quiet the noise that surrounds us to find your inner strength and resilience. I have over 25 years experience helping children, families and adults who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression and stress/burnout. Life can feel overwhelming and I offer a safe place to work through issues from your past, your relationships, your work/school, the impact of medical conditions, and other stressors.
Angela Veronica Keith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, CMCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Shallotte, NC 28459
My work with women include addressing overload, depression and anxiety.
I believe that family life is being culturally stressed. I am committed to working with single parent stressors. I also have a heart for the aging and walking the difficult road or grief and loss. My practice is driven by my belief in self care and becoming your own advocate. I will help you achieve positive outcomes, reaching personal goals through solution focused therapy, where we work together to meet our objectives. I work with individuals, families, and couples. I provide evening and weekend hours to help with busy work schedules. Telehealth sessions given in a private and secure setting.
My work with women include addressing overload, depression and anxiety.
I believe that family life is being culturally stressed. I am committed to working with single parent stressors. I also have a heart for the aging and walking the difficult road or grief and loss. My practice is driven by my belief in self care and becoming your own advocate. I will help you achieve positive outcomes, reaching personal goals through solution focused therapy, where we work together to meet our objectives. I work with individuals, families, and couples. I provide evening and weekend hours to help with busy work schedules. Telehealth sessions given in a private and secure setting.
Michael R Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Shallotte, NC 28459
I have been in the helping business for the last 25 years. My vast experiences in life have given me insights that enable me to help clients who suffer from relationship issues within their marriage, their families, their social environment and within their work place. I have also had great success working with clients who suffer from addictions (drugs, alcohol, sex, pornography, etc.) and co-dependency issues. My experiences as a teacher helps me work with adolescent issues related to anxiety, depression, behavior, self-esteem, sexuality, gender, etc.
I have been in the helping business for the last 25 years. My vast experiences in life have given me insights that enable me to help clients who suffer from relationship issues within their marriage, their families, their social environment and within their work place. I have also had great success working with clients who suffer from addictions (drugs, alcohol, sex, pornography, etc.) and co-dependency issues. My experiences as a teacher helps me work with adolescent issues related to anxiety, depression, behavior, self-esteem, sexuality, gender, etc.
Living Water Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, RIC's, EMDR, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Living Water Counseling Center opened in 2011 and is home to 10 amazing therapists ready to help you with your personal goals. Our approach is respectful of your unique experiences and we would love to partner with you to create a more fulfilling life. With extensive training and experience in working with individuals, families, and couples you can find the right fit for your needs with us. We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and attachment wounds. We view the therapeutic relationship as the most significant part of therapy and hope you find acceptance and support.
Living Water Counseling Center opened in 2011 and is home to 10 amazing therapists ready to help you with your personal goals. Our approach is respectful of your unique experiences and we would love to partner with you to create a more fulfilling life. With extensive training and experience in working with individuals, families, and couples you can find the right fit for your needs with us. We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and attachment wounds. We view the therapeutic relationship as the most significant part of therapy and hope you find acceptance and support.
Carolyn M. Ball
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Calabash, NC 28467
Others are dealing with depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as self-esteem and addiction issues.
Welcome to Self-Actualization Therapy. There is a wise, happy, and successful person living inside of each of us, and my work is to help you access that. I offer skilled and insightful tools and processes for helping you discover your true magnificence and abilities, to cut through the challenges that life tends to bring, and to increase your confidence and happiness. I have spent a lifetime seeking out the most effective ways to help you create the life you want, so if you are serious about creating change, I can help you with that goal. My focus is to empower you and bring out your best!
Others are dealing with depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as self-esteem and addiction issues.
Welcome to Self-Actualization Therapy. There is a wise, happy, and successful person living inside of each of us, and my work is to help you access that. I offer skilled and insightful tools and processes for helping you discover your true magnificence and abilities, to cut through the challenges that life tends to bring, and to increase your confidence and happiness. I have spent a lifetime seeking out the most effective ways to help you create the life you want, so if you are serious about creating change, I can help you with that goal. My focus is to empower you and bring out your best!
Megan Bryant
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
Shallotte, NC 28470 (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues.
I strive to provide assistance to individuals who are looking to proactively and constructively manage life challenges and stressors, along with supporting them emotionally along their journey. I currently serve children, adolescents, adults, and families in need of coping skills to better manage mental and emotional distress caused by stress, life's transitions, traumatic experiences, and mental and emotional illness.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues.
I strive to provide assistance to individuals who are looking to proactively and constructively manage life challenges and stressors, along with supporting them emotionally along their journey. I currently serve children, adolescents, adults, and families in need of coping skills to better manage mental and emotional distress caused by stress, life's transitions, traumatic experiences, and mental and emotional illness.
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.
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.
Sunset Beach Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Carolina Shores, NC 28467 (Online Only)
I offer treatment for anxiety, anger management, depression, and interpersonal relationship issues.
Accepting New Clients. I am Christine, a marriage and family therapist who is passionate about making a difference in my client’s lives in the areas of communication, emotions, and interpersonal skills. With 13 years of experience in the field I have compassion and experience working with complicated grief, family systems, couples, teens 13 and up, veterans, and personality disorders. My private practice experiences and education in forensic psychology adds a professional competence in assessments, organization, human behaviors, child development and interpersonal skills. My background also includes jury selection consultations.
I offer treatment for anxiety, anger management, depression, and interpersonal relationship issues.
Accepting New Clients. I am Christine, a marriage and family therapist who is passionate about making a difference in my client’s lives in the areas of communication, emotions, and interpersonal skills. With 13 years of experience in the field I have compassion and experience working with complicated grief, family systems, couples, teens 13 and up, veterans, and personality disorders. My private practice experiences and education in forensic psychology adds a professional competence in assessments, organization, human behaviors, child development and interpersonal skills. My background also includes jury selection consultations.
Are you ready for Marriage/Couples Counseling that Makes a Difference? Do you need help with fights that seem to come out of nowhere? Do you need to create new and improved ways to communicate with each other? Do you want to feel closer to each other? OR - You may be a couple dealing with the devastation of infidelity in your marriage, and you need a caring, experienced guide through this challenging time. I would love to be that guide. I can help you learn skills and open up discussions about your real issues.
Are you ready for Marriage/Couples Counseling that Makes a Difference? Do you need help with fights that seem to come out of nowhere? Do you need to create new and improved ways to communicate with each other? Do you want to feel closer to each other? OR - You may be a couple dealing with the devastation of infidelity in your marriage, and you need a caring, experienced guide through this challenging time. I would love to be that guide. I can help you learn skills and open up discussions about your real issues.
Brittany Oxendine Jozefowicz
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shallotte, NC 28470
Some days are better than others, but why can't everyday be good? That doesn't mean every day is going go your way, but it can mean that you are less impacted by situations or circumstances that leave you feeling down, stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. In return, you are able to cope with life situations in a way that teaches you how to live the life you want and feel good about the choices you make throughout your day. We all have challenges we face and at times, it seems easier to just give up. However, this does not have to be your destiny. You can take control of your life no matter what the situation is and find happiness.
Some days are better than others, but why can't everyday be good? That doesn't mean every day is going go your way, but it can mean that you are less impacted by situations or circumstances that leave you feeling down, stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. In return, you are able to cope with life situations in a way that teaches you how to live the life you want and feel good about the choices you make throughout your day. We all have challenges we face and at times, it seems easier to just give up. However, this does not have to be your destiny. You can take control of your life no matter what the situation is and find happiness.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.