Therapists Beginning With R in North Carolina

Get out of that toxic relationship! Stop being lied to and gas-lit. You are NOT crazy! But you've been made to feel that way. Constantly questioning yourself and your choices can cause relational trauma. You don't deserve that. Get your confidence back - get back to who YOU are. Life does not have to be this hard. Ditch the toxicity and get back out there, doing the things you are passionate about. There is hope for you!

Dr. Redlak-Olcese's therapeutic approach is collaborative, structured, and active and provided in person or tele-health. It goes beyond "talk-therapy." Specific techniques are taught during each session and next steps are identified to practice at home. She is dedicated to integrating evidence based research into clinical practice. She helps you identify current patterns of thinking, feeling, physiological reactions, and behaviors that keep you stuck and develop new ways of coping and responding that work. She provides education/guidance to loved ones. Treatment is self-empowering, time limited, has a beginning, middle, and end.

I am not accepting new clients. Deciding you need therapy can be a tough process. I believe the counseling relationship should be one where you and I form real connection- and that connection is where the foundation of healing can begin. I aim to create a supportive space to partner with clients in their healing process. I am rostered in a variety of evidence-based trauma and grief treatments for youth and adults, and I love to include mindfulness, self-compassion, and humor into treatment. My training in attachment work and years collaborating with foster/adoptive families help me support folks in a variety of constellations.

Today, you are taking the first step towards healing and growth. As an experienced therapist specializing in adult counseling, I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges with clarity and resilience. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, personality disorders, or struggling with self-image, I offer a compassionate space for exploration and healing. Together, let's uncover your strengths and foster positive connections, empowering you to thrive in your journey of recovery and personal growth.

As a dedicated therapist specializing in women's issues, I understand the unique challenges and experiences women face throughout their lives. My mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns without judgment. I am deeply committed to understanding the nuances of each woman's journey, whether you are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, or life transitions. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to help you achieve your goals and find inner peace.

I recognize the vulnerability, commitment and courage it takes to properly heal, and how intimidating it might feel to entrust an “outsider” with details of your life. Maybe you are experiencing anxiety and stress, or need to get over guilt and shame. Perhaps, you are a couple wanting to discover more deeply yourself and partner before marriage, or a couple in need of a “couples checkup,” to maintain a healthy relationship. Perhaps, you need help traversing infidelity, separation, divorce, custody issues, or other life transitions. We all need connection and at times, maybe just a little more support. When you're ready, let's talk.

If you find yourself wrestling with depression, anxiety, habits you'd like to leave behind, relationship issues, or anything in between I want to help you break the cycles that keep you stuck. Together we will focus on more than symptom alleviation, but gaining insight into the beliefs, behavioral patterns, and relational history that informs and influences what you do and what you believe about yourself.

People are incredibly resilient, but sometimes need assistance in finding and trusting in their resiliency. I can assistant people in setting boundaries, processing through life events, and leaving with a better sense of clarity. If you find yourself struggling in relationships, life events, transitions, depression, anxiety, body image, birth control issues, or struggling with the first years of marriage, please contact me get your sense of direction back!

At Animal-Assisted Therapy of the Triangle, we incorporate animals in therapy when appropriate for the goals of clients. My co-therapists are Beasley (profile picture) and Pepé the axolotl. We have experience working with people of all ages. I am credentialed as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS), which enables me to diagnose and treat mental health issues, addiction and substance use disorders, and dual-diagnosis cases of both mental health and addiction-related matters.

I am a Licensed Clinical MH Counselor and Registered Play Therapist specializing in treating children, parents, and women of all ages. Having previously taught kindergarten and serving as a school counselor, I am very familiar with childhood issues and well-equipped to address them. I help women, children, and parents develop effective strategies to manage emotional and behavioral issues; as well as resolve root issues behind repeated patterns of failure in their lives. My goal is to remove hindrances to help individuals reach their full potential in life.

The events that happen are not intended to be permanent, but instead are part of our journey. It is our story being written and we have the ability to choose the next chapter. The path of life can have difficult times, often with unexpected twists and turns. When this occurs, it can be beneficial to have someone walk with you through the challenging times. My clients are motivated to write their own story, to have someone support them but to work towards empowerment, self-confidence, internal peace, and ultimate healing. My clients know their past does not define them but instead empower them to be the best they can be!

I specialize in supporting young adults who are struggling with intense stress, anxiety, and sadness. I'm here to help you navigate through tough times and changes, as well as address past traumas that seem impossible to forget. Life can sometimes feel like you're running on a hamster wheel, putting in so much effort but not getting anywhere, and I completely get that! Together, we'll explore your thoughts and emotions, understanding how your past experiences influence your present, and figure out how to create a future where you feel confident and ready to make choices that truly represent who you are.

I believe that life takes a toll on all of us and everyone could use some healing and TLC. Just as we work with a physician to heal our bodies, my job as a psychologist is to help you find health and healing for your heart and mind. My therapeutic interests and strengths lead me to be most interested in working with young adults and adults struggling with the impacts of stress, anxiety, depression, childhood family dysfunction, various relationship difficulties, experiences of trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and complex internal conflict.

Brianne graduated with her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology with a minor in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Brianne chose to continue her education by earning her Masters of Arts in Counseling with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health as well as a Certificate in Play Therapy from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Brianne has clinical experience working with clients dealing with a range of issues, including trauma, child abuse, anxiety, depression, and addiction. Brianne comes from a humanistic school of thought where she offers a Person- Centered approach.

I have a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Lenoir-Rhyne College now Lenoir- Rhyne University. I graduated in May 2005 I regularly participate in professional development activities which allow me to better serve you as a counselor. On December 8, 2006, I became a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in the state of North Carolina. I believe that you have the right to choose what is best for you.

Congratulations on starting your search for a therapist! Many thoughtful decisions were likely made to find yourself here. This could be the beginning of real change and the dawn of new potential. If we work together, change will likely be explored right alongside what matters the most to you. Though there is no magic formula to instantly rid you of all the crud (anxiety, emptiness in your relationships, plain old feeling down), there is power in uncovering what you hold dear. Anchoring decisions to your unique value system can make the change that once seemed impossible begin to budge.

Feminist rage? Feeling disconnected from others and yourself? It’s no wonder. Women are often pressured to juggle many roles, face higher scrutiny, and have their autonomy challenged (e.g., abortion, reproductive rights). On top of that, cyclical challenges like PMS and PMDD can intensify stress, anxiety, depression, and self-doubt. If you’re overwhelmed by these not-so-fun feelings and wondering, "How did I get here? Who even am I? What do I want? Where do I go from here?"—let’s dive in and laugh and cry our way to connecting with the most authentic you.

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.

I'm Kimberly and I'm a Black Trauma Therapist, Black Enneagram CliniCoach, and Speaker. As a clinician, I specialize in treating trauma in Black people. I help us understand, heal from, and move through traumatic experiences. As a coach, I teach high-achieving Black women how to navigate their Blackness and their purpose with confidence in white spaces.