Therapists in Thomasville, NC
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Megan A. Reeves-Denton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Thomasville, NC 27360
I am accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I work with children, teens, families, and adults. A total of 15 years in human services, 8 years directly related to therapy. I have provided outpatient therapy, play therapy, and in school therapy. I have experience working with children, teens, couples and adults with a variety of mental health, emotional, and behavioral issues including: ADHD, adjustment/transitions, attachment, ODD, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, school problems, couple conflict, and family conflicts.
I am accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in individual, couples, family, and group therapy. I work with children, teens, families, and adults. A total of 15 years in human services, 8 years directly related to therapy. I have provided outpatient therapy, play therapy, and in school therapy. I have experience working with children, teens, couples and adults with a variety of mental health, emotional, and behavioral issues including: ADHD, adjustment/transitions, attachment, ODD, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, school problems, couple conflict, and family conflicts.
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Claudia Hooker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thomasville, NC 27360 (Online Only)
Are you a human being with feelings? Do those feelings sometimes get really big and make it feel like things are out of control? All of us go through this during our lifetime. Maybe you go to the grocery store and it’s so people-y that you feel like you’re going to have a panic attack because you’re still not quite used to being around so many people at once. Or maybe you are struggling with grief and you don’t know how to live without the person you lost. Maybe you don’t enjoy things anymore and the people you love keep asking you what’s wrong and you don’t know how to answer them.
Are you a human being with feelings? Do those feelings sometimes get really big and make it feel like things are out of control? All of us go through this during our lifetime. Maybe you go to the grocery store and it’s so people-y that you feel like you’re going to have a panic attack because you’re still not quite used to being around so many people at once. Or maybe you are struggling with grief and you don’t know how to live without the person you lost. Maybe you don’t enjoy things anymore and the people you love keep asking you what’s wrong and you don’t know how to answer them.
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High Point Family Therapy Services, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Thomasville, NC 27360
When feelings of anxiety occur regularly and begin to interfere with your job, relationships, or other aspects of your daily life, it's time to meet with a caring health professional. My goal is to help you experience freedom from the debilitating effects of anxiety and improve your quality of life. I will work to help you and your family better understand and manage the anxiety that is affecting your relationships. Together, we will seek to examine the causes of your anxiety, analyze the emotions associated with it, and reveal how you can control the contributors to your anxiety.
When feelings of anxiety occur regularly and begin to interfere with your job, relationships, or other aspects of your daily life, it's time to meet with a caring health professional. My goal is to help you experience freedom from the debilitating effects of anxiety and improve your quality of life. I will work to help you and your family better understand and manage the anxiety that is affecting your relationships. Together, we will seek to examine the causes of your anxiety, analyze the emotions associated with it, and reveal how you can control the contributors to your anxiety.
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Dr. Heather Dancy Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW, CFMHE, CCCE, CCAPT
Verified Verified
Thomasville, NC 27360
Do you feel on overload from anxiety or a deep sadness that won't just go away? Sometimes we reach a point where we feel we need a little extra help to get through a situation we are facing, or sometimes just life in general. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental approach to counseling and welcome those experiencing life's challenges. I have dedicated my life to behavioral health and wellness and specialize in working with those experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression, mood disorders, thought disorders and PTSD, among many others. I also offer Mental Health Assessments, Parenting Capacity Assessments and Child Custody Evaluations.
Do you feel on overload from anxiety or a deep sadness that won't just go away? Sometimes we reach a point where we feel we need a little extra help to get through a situation we are facing, or sometimes just life in general. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental approach to counseling and welcome those experiencing life's challenges. I have dedicated my life to behavioral health and wellness and specialize in working with those experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression, mood disorders, thought disorders and PTSD, among many others. I also offer Mental Health Assessments, Parenting Capacity Assessments and Child Custody Evaluations.
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I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Lorven Child and Family Development in Lexington. I have a special interest in anxiety and trauma offering a wide variety of evidence-based interventions including EMDR, sand tray therapy, EFT (tapping), ACT (mindfulness) and storytelling. My approach is warm and relaxed, providing a nonjudgmental space for tweens, teens, adults and families experiencing various life challenges and transitions. If you feel like I may be a good fit, please don't hesitate to contact me. I'm happy to discuss how I can help.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Lorven Child and Family Development in Lexington. I have a special interest in anxiety and trauma offering a wide variety of evidence-based interventions including EMDR, sand tray therapy, EFT (tapping), ACT (mindfulness) and storytelling. My approach is warm and relaxed, providing a nonjudgmental space for tweens, teens, adults and families experiencing various life challenges and transitions. If you feel like I may be a good fit, please don't hesitate to contact me. I'm happy to discuss how I can help.
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Jeff Simms
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Thomasville, NC 27360 (Online Only)
My area of work includes depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, trauma related problems, parenting, family issues and working with couples.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor with ten years of experience working with individuals, families and couples. I work to provide empathy and compassion to help you address the challenges you face such as depression, anxiety, social anxiety, PTSD and bipolar disorder I have experience working with individuals from ages 8 to 72 years old in a variety of settings. We will work together to formulate goals that you want to achieve during our sessions and I will offer many suggestions on ways to address those problems.
My area of work includes depression, anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, trauma related problems, parenting, family issues and working with couples.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor with ten years of experience working with individuals, families and couples. I work to provide empathy and compassion to help you address the challenges you face such as depression, anxiety, social anxiety, PTSD and bipolar disorder I have experience working with individuals from ages 8 to 72 years old in a variety of settings. We will work together to formulate goals that you want to achieve during our sessions and I will offer many suggestions on ways to address those problems.
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DeeAnnah Brantley
Counselor, MHS, LCMHCA, NCC, LRT, CTRS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thomasville, NC 27360
I specialize in trauma, depression, and anxiety disorders in adolescents and adults.
Accepting new clients! My primary therapeutic approach is Person-Centered, which is based on the notion that clients have a capacity for self-awareness. I believe that clients are capable of healing themselves, can create their own self-growth, & are their own change agents. I consider counseling to be a collaborative process with both the counselor and client. I align with taking an integrative approach because I do not believe in a “one size fits all” approach. In addition to person-centered, I utilize techniques from CBT. Every client has a different narrative and, therefore, should have a unique approach to each scenario.
I specialize in trauma, depression, and anxiety disorders in adolescents and adults.
Accepting new clients! My primary therapeutic approach is Person-Centered, which is based on the notion that clients have a capacity for self-awareness. I believe that clients are capable of healing themselves, can create their own self-growth, & are their own change agents. I consider counseling to be a collaborative process with both the counselor and client. I align with taking an integrative approach because I do not believe in a “one size fits all” approach. In addition to person-centered, I utilize techniques from CBT. Every client has a different narrative and, therefore, should have a unique approach to each scenario.
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My areas of experience include depression, anxiety, identity, relationship challenges, grief/loss, and transitions.
I do not take for granted the strength it takes to seek support. I wholeheartedly believe in the process of mental health counseling and am excited to come along side those who would choose to participate in this journey. I understand that each client brings a unique perspective, set of experiences, and personality. Therefore, I seek to meet each client right where they are, partnering with them to tailor the counseling experience to best fit their goals.
My areas of experience include depression, anxiety, identity, relationship challenges, grief/loss, and transitions.
I do not take for granted the strength it takes to seek support. I wholeheartedly believe in the process of mental health counseling and am excited to come along side those who would choose to participate in this journey. I understand that each client brings a unique perspective, set of experiences, and personality. Therefore, I seek to meet each client right where they are, partnering with them to tailor the counseling experience to best fit their goals.
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Cheri B Henry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thomasville, NC 27360
The therapeutic relationship can provide an opportunity for you to process emotional, relational, and spiritual issues in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I incorporate a wide range of strategies in my therapeutic philosophy and style based on your need. In addition to individual therapy, I provide marital and family therapy, including mutli-generational family sessions. Much of my previous professional experience has been with relationship issues, grief, women's issues and trauma. I am currently accepting new patients.
The therapeutic relationship can provide an opportunity for you to process emotional, relational, and spiritual issues in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I incorporate a wide range of strategies in my therapeutic philosophy and style based on your need. In addition to individual therapy, I provide marital and family therapy, including mutli-generational family sessions. Much of my previous professional experience has been with relationship issues, grief, women's issues and trauma. I am currently accepting new patients.
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Welcome to Therapy! In order for us to create healthy change and live life on our own terms we have to be willing to become comfortable being uncomfortable. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts in order to create opportunities. I provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which my clients can explore the issues and challenges they are facing through a therapeutic approach.
Welcome to Therapy! In order for us to create healthy change and live life on our own terms we have to be willing to become comfortable being uncomfortable. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts in order to create opportunities. I provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which my clients can explore the issues and challenges they are facing through a therapeutic approach.
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Kia Wiggins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thomasville, NC 27360 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The journey of life comes with many challenges and choosing something new rarely comes easy. If you have found yourself seeking out a therapist it may be fair to believe you've experienced moments when you've found yourself struggling with stress related to family, finances or relationships? Struggling to find a work/life balance? Feeling "stuck" after a big life change? Or notice things from your past continue to get in the way for you?
The journey of life comes with many challenges and choosing something new rarely comes easy. If you have found yourself seeking out a therapist it may be fair to believe you've experienced moments when you've found yourself struggling with stress related to family, finances or relationships? Struggling to find a work/life balance? Feeling "stuck" after a big life change? Or notice things from your past continue to get in the way for you?
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Tamika Wright
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thomasville, NC 27360
As your counselor, I am here to support you in making meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering resources to help you be your best self. Taking an evidenced-based, client centered, and existentially informed approach, I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where we can collaborate and work at your own pace to help you reach your goals.
As your counselor, I am here to support you in making meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering resources to help you be your best self. Taking an evidenced-based, client centered, and existentially informed approach, I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where we can collaborate and work at your own pace to help you reach your goals.
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Trindale Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thomasville, NC 27360
Finding a therapist that you feel like you can click with and understands you or your child can be an overwhelming route in the sea of mental health. Sometimes a major life event happens that shakes us to our core. Or we discover that we are starting to lose the tolerance we used to have to manage the twists and turns of this unpredictable life. Or maybe, we just need an objective person to listen and truly hear us. I ensure to provide a safe and open environment to process internal and external challenges. Let's get to a place where you and/or your child feel more confident in overcoming obstacles and finding joy in daily life.
Finding a therapist that you feel like you can click with and understands you or your child can be an overwhelming route in the sea of mental health. Sometimes a major life event happens that shakes us to our core. Or we discover that we are starting to lose the tolerance we used to have to manage the twists and turns of this unpredictable life. Or maybe, we just need an objective person to listen and truly hear us. I ensure to provide a safe and open environment to process internal and external challenges. Let's get to a place where you and/or your child feel more confident in overcoming obstacles and finding joy in daily life.
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Are you feeling weighed down by the ups and downs of life? Unresolved trauma and other stressors can unexpectedly pull us back when we least expect it. My goal is to instill confidence in my clients and equip them with tools that can be used beyond our therapy sessions. Together, we’ll explore mindfulness techniques and psychoeducation, providing you with effective ways to navigate the different seasons of your life. I hope you find comfort in knowing that you don’t have to carry the weight of life alone—I’m here to help.
Are you feeling weighed down by the ups and downs of life? Unresolved trauma and other stressors can unexpectedly pull us back when we least expect it. My goal is to instill confidence in my clients and equip them with tools that can be used beyond our therapy sessions. Together, we’ll explore mindfulness techniques and psychoeducation, providing you with effective ways to navigate the different seasons of your life. I hope you find comfort in knowing that you don’t have to carry the weight of life alone—I’m here to help.
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Andrew Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thomasville, NC 27360 (Online Only)
A wise prophet once said "life as a shorty shouldn't be so rough". Considering the turmoil that we face in our world today, I'd say those sentiments still resonate. From Inflation to war; mass shootings to racial injustice, It seems that the list of problems are endless. Combine those issues with family drama, church hurt, marriage conflict, and challenges at work...well, you my friend have a recipe for an implosion! You've seen the signs, that's why you're here. The irritability, ghosting, distance from family and friends, racing thoughts, anxiousness. You know that you have to do something before you explode!
A wise prophet once said "life as a shorty shouldn't be so rough". Considering the turmoil that we face in our world today, I'd say those sentiments still resonate. From Inflation to war; mass shootings to racial injustice, It seems that the list of problems are endless. Combine those issues with family drama, church hurt, marriage conflict, and challenges at work...well, you my friend have a recipe for an implosion! You've seen the signs, that's why you're here. The irritability, ghosting, distance from family and friends, racing thoughts, anxiousness. You know that you have to do something before you explode!
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Kirsten Schoonmaker Bryant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Thomasville, NC 27360
Waitlist for new clients
Since 1992, I have had the honor of accompanying countless individuals in their journey towards living more authentic and satisfying lives. I am convinced that everyone possesses the ability to live their life to its fullest potential. As your counselor, my role is to help awaken you to this dormant power within. I believe that we all function based on the beliefs instilled in us at an early age and are reinforced in various ways throughout our lives. It is when we begin to challenge these "truths" that we experience a great awakening and discover our true self.
Since 1992, I have had the honor of accompanying countless individuals in their journey towards living more authentic and satisfying lives. I am convinced that everyone possesses the ability to live their life to its fullest potential. As your counselor, my role is to help awaken you to this dormant power within. I believe that we all function based on the beliefs instilled in us at an early age and are reinforced in various ways throughout our lives. It is when we begin to challenge these "truths" that we experience a great awakening and discover our true self.
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Rapunzels Phoenix Counseling Services PLLC
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thomasville, NC 27360
Imagine life is like a journey completely in your control but you feel stuck. Choices you make dictate life’s obstacles and they can be tricky. Life’s journey comes with no instruction pamphlet or ready-made companions. A path unfolds and you decide what to do and who to trust along the way. As you journey you begin to see things you want, potential companions, places you want to explore, and tools you can use to make travels simpler. There are so many choices to make with no time to stop and contemplate the best decision; you have to keep going by making choices every day, about everything. Decisions and deadlines do not wait.
Imagine life is like a journey completely in your control but you feel stuck. Choices you make dictate life’s obstacles and they can be tricky. Life’s journey comes with no instruction pamphlet or ready-made companions. A path unfolds and you decide what to do and who to trust along the way. As you journey you begin to see things you want, potential companions, places you want to explore, and tools you can use to make travels simpler. There are so many choices to make with no time to stop and contemplate the best decision; you have to keep going by making choices every day, about everything. Decisions and deadlines do not wait.
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Are you feeling angry, anxious, or depressed? Weighed down by life stressors? Overwhelmed by conflicting roles and responsibilities? I will partner with you to help you be happier and more effective in navigating life's stressful complexities and challenges. I believe that we all need a shoulder to cry on, a place to vent, and someone with whom to brainstorm new ideas. I see my clients as unique, competent, and capable human beings who can use their strengths to bring about positive change in a timely manner. I am committed to supporting each of my clients in a safe and confidential environment.
Are you feeling angry, anxious, or depressed? Weighed down by life stressors? Overwhelmed by conflicting roles and responsibilities? I will partner with you to help you be happier and more effective in navigating life's stressful complexities and challenges. I believe that we all need a shoulder to cry on, a place to vent, and someone with whom to brainstorm new ideas. I see my clients as unique, competent, and capable human beings who can use their strengths to bring about positive change in a timely manner. I am committed to supporting each of my clients in a safe and confidential environment.
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Rossana L Magalhaes
MS, EdS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27260
Waitlist for new clients
Rossana's special interests include adults, couples, and family counseling, relationship and parenting concerns, women's issues, developmental transitions, adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, spirituality, career issues, intimacy, attachment, and self-esteem difficulties.Rossana graduated with a B.A. in Psychology and a M.S. EdS in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, UNC-G. Rossana also graduated with a B.A. in Education and Student Orientation from a university located in Southeast of Brazil.
Rossana's special interests include adults, couples, and family counseling, relationship and parenting concerns, women's issues, developmental transitions, adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, spirituality, career issues, intimacy, attachment, and self-esteem difficulties.Rossana graduated with a B.A. in Psychology and a M.S. EdS in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, UNC-G. Rossana also graduated with a B.A. in Education and Student Orientation from a university located in Southeast of Brazil.
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Aspire Counseling
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27265
Is your child struggling with behavior problems, depression, anxiety, ADHD, or just plain getting along with others? Are you feeling like your parenting is no longer working? Or maybe that you want to learn more about a diagnosis your child has received or skills to be more effective with them? For families with children with ADHD or other diagnoses, education and management strategies can be lifechanging. Perhaps you are about to take that scary first step and reach out for help. In any of these instances, I would be honored to help guide you in your journey to help your child be their best self.
Is your child struggling with behavior problems, depression, anxiety, ADHD, or just plain getting along with others? Are you feeling like your parenting is no longer working? Or maybe that you want to learn more about a diagnosis your child has received or skills to be more effective with them? For families with children with ADHD or other diagnoses, education and management strategies can be lifechanging. Perhaps you are about to take that scary first step and reach out for help. In any of these instances, I would be honored to help guide you in your journey to help your child be their best self.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.