Therapists in North Carolina
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Najjiya Boler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27609
Hey! Is your life a little complicated? Same. Everybody’s is… Right? Let’s chat about it! I work with individuals and couples to process stressors due to issues with boundaries, communication, family conflict, managing life transitions, chronic health conditions, & more. As a black, cisgender woman being an ally is a priority of mine and that includes providing affirming care for queer folx & non traditional relationship styles. As a person who deals with Eosinophilic Esophagitis, I also specialize in supporting this community through the unique challenges they face. Welcome to your safe space!
Hey! Is your life a little complicated? Same. Everybody’s is… Right? Let’s chat about it! I work with individuals and couples to process stressors due to issues with boundaries, communication, family conflict, managing life transitions, chronic health conditions, & more. As a black, cisgender woman being an ally is a priority of mine and that includes providing affirming care for queer folx & non traditional relationship styles. As a person who deals with Eosinophilic Esophagitis, I also specialize in supporting this community through the unique challenges they face. Welcome to your safe space!
![Photo of Meagan Rose Star Bond - Star Rose Bond, Trauma Specialist - LCSW, MSSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/13afd39e-adab-4bd3-b689-ce315a434156/3/320x400.jpeg)
Star Rose Bond, Trauma Specialist - LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
Seasoned trauma specialist & psychotherapist dedicated to co-creating a meaningful healing journey for individuals and couples who are feeling stuck, lost and trapped in dysfunctional patterns. I offer a variety of different modalities including Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to aid in the recovery of many common mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, addiction, etc. Additionally, I am committed to providing innovative programing as well as a practical skillset, specially designed to address personal limitations that often manifest in low self-esteem, relationship challenges and declined mental health.
Seasoned trauma specialist & psychotherapist dedicated to co-creating a meaningful healing journey for individuals and couples who are feeling stuck, lost and trapped in dysfunctional patterns. I offer a variety of different modalities including Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to aid in the recovery of many common mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, addiction, etc. Additionally, I am committed to providing innovative programing as well as a practical skillset, specially designed to address personal limitations that often manifest in low self-esteem, relationship challenges and declined mental health.
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Carrie Schroeder
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cornelius, NC 28031
Finding the right therapist, taking that first step, is one of the most difficult parts of therapy. Finding a good fit when it comes to a therapeutic relationship is key to gaining symptom relief and creating lasting change in your life. My purpose is to provide a relaxed, comfortable, and trusting environment to help you gain insight into behaviors that are keeping you stuck and elicit the change you are seeking.
Finding the right therapist, taking that first step, is one of the most difficult parts of therapy. Finding a good fit when it comes to a therapeutic relationship is key to gaining symptom relief and creating lasting change in your life. My purpose is to provide a relaxed, comfortable, and trusting environment to help you gain insight into behaviors that are keeping you stuck and elicit the change you are seeking.
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Kelsey Staub
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, CH
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28803 (Online Only)
As a licensed therapist and hypnotherapist, I have a wide range of experience with varying ages that include depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, self-worth/esteem, negative habits, relationship/family issues, ADHD, sexuality, and intellectual/developmental differences. I provide a welcoming space for processing what arises in therapy, manage and regulate challenging feelings in a healthily, develop effective coping skills, re program thought/behavior patterns, heal unresolved emotions, and create a plan for life improvement. Unconditional positive regard, warmth, and acceptance are key elements to our therapeutic work.
As a licensed therapist and hypnotherapist, I have a wide range of experience with varying ages that include depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, self-worth/esteem, negative habits, relationship/family issues, ADHD, sexuality, and intellectual/developmental differences. I provide a welcoming space for processing what arises in therapy, manage and regulate challenging feelings in a healthily, develop effective coping skills, re program thought/behavior patterns, heal unresolved emotions, and create a plan for life improvement. Unconditional positive regard, warmth, and acceptance are key elements to our therapeutic work.
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THE Change From Within Counseling Center PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MEd, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28601
Our specialties include traditional talk therapy and also sexuality and relationship counseling spanning across all ages.
Are you walking through life feeling as though something is missing? Maybe, it's joy, fulfillment, success, career advancement, or even a relationship? Do you try to please others to avoid working on yourself? Is it possible you've tried to fix yourself, but it was just a matter of time before you fell back into your old habits? If you answered yes to any of those you questions you are not alone & you don't have to go through these feelings by yourself any longer. We want to you get the life you desire, the life you deserve. Let us help you get your life back on track TODAY! Please email us to get started on your journey of change.
Our specialties include traditional talk therapy and also sexuality and relationship counseling spanning across all ages.
Are you walking through life feeling as though something is missing? Maybe, it's joy, fulfillment, success, career advancement, or even a relationship? Do you try to please others to avoid working on yourself? Is it possible you've tried to fix yourself, but it was just a matter of time before you fell back into your old habits? If you answered yes to any of those you questions you are not alone & you don't have to go through these feelings by yourself any longer. We want to you get the life you desire, the life you deserve. Let us help you get your life back on track TODAY! Please email us to get started on your journey of change.
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I specialize in women's mind-body wellness working through relationship or sexual trauma, increasing self-respect and self-acceptance, and becoming more assertive.
Licensed in NY & NC. Struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions can be incredibly overwhelming. Often times it can feel like we are controlled by painful thoughts and feelings or repeating harmful patterns that alienate us from our self and healthy relationships. I have expertise in treating difficulties including anxiety, people-pleasing, over-analyzing, feelings of insecurity or anger toward yourself and emotional trauma. My clients are typically interested in my somatic/nervous-system based approach, Learn more about me on Instagram: heydrjustine
I specialize in women's mind-body wellness working through relationship or sexual trauma, increasing self-respect and self-acceptance, and becoming more assertive.
Licensed in NY & NC. Struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions can be incredibly overwhelming. Often times it can feel like we are controlled by painful thoughts and feelings or repeating harmful patterns that alienate us from our self and healthy relationships. I have expertise in treating difficulties including anxiety, people-pleasing, over-analyzing, feelings of insecurity or anger toward yourself and emotional trauma. My clients are typically interested in my somatic/nervous-system based approach, Learn more about me on Instagram: heydrjustine
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I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, life stressors, relationship conflict, eating disorders, and more.
My purpose and passion is to support couples and individuals dealing with relationship conflict and life stressors. As a therapist I take a relational/systemic approach and value utilizing evidence-based practices to support couples in decreasing conflict and increasing intimacy and connection. For individuals, I understand that every person’s experience is unique and therefore I integrate several therapeutic models and interventions to uniquely support each client.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, life stressors, relationship conflict, eating disorders, and more.
My purpose and passion is to support couples and individuals dealing with relationship conflict and life stressors. As a therapist I take a relational/systemic approach and value utilizing evidence-based practices to support couples in decreasing conflict and increasing intimacy and connection. For individuals, I understand that every person’s experience is unique and therefore I integrate several therapeutic models and interventions to uniquely support each client.
![Photo of Carla J Carballo, LCMHC, NCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e5fc93d4-05b0-436d-9b01-c78c379059f1/3/320x400.jpeg)
Carla J Carballo
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
My goal is to offer a space where you can create new paths that will lead you to a healthy relationship with yourself of love and respect, emotional growth, self-confidence, reparenting, and finally finding peace in your heart to enjoy your full happiness because you certainly DESERVE it.
Do you want to find a safe space to get clarity and be able to hear your inner voice again? Would you like to be understood and not judged, and simply have a space where you can be YOU in this process? Well, then, welcome for having taken the first step and being here. I am a Latina bilingual therapist who is passionate about mental health. It would be my honor to join you on this journey as you find your path again.
My goal is to offer a space where you can create new paths that will lead you to a healthy relationship with yourself of love and respect, emotional growth, self-confidence, reparenting, and finally finding peace in your heart to enjoy your full happiness because you certainly DESERVE it.
Do you want to find a safe space to get clarity and be able to hear your inner voice again? Would you like to be understood and not judged, and simply have a space where you can be YOU in this process? Well, then, welcome for having taken the first step and being here. I am a Latina bilingual therapist who is passionate about mental health. It would be my honor to join you on this journey as you find your path again.
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Jennifer Kolb
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, SEP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28210
I work with highly motivated adults who are dealing with concerns including anxiety and depression, self-esteem and identity issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and relationship stress.
Maybe you've been listening to podcasts, been in masterclasses, and reading self-help books thinking about your emotions so much that you haven't been feeling them. Or maybe you feel as though you are experiencing your emotions "too much." Either way, if you could do this by yourself (whatever the "this" is for you), you would have done it by now! It takes strength and courage to start therapy, and I applaud you for exploring your options. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I offer resilience informed therapy for emotional wellness, mental health, and trauma recovery.
I work with highly motivated adults who are dealing with concerns including anxiety and depression, self-esteem and identity issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and relationship stress.
Maybe you've been listening to podcasts, been in masterclasses, and reading self-help books thinking about your emotions so much that you haven't been feeling them. Or maybe you feel as though you are experiencing your emotions "too much." Either way, if you could do this by yourself (whatever the "this" is for you), you would have done it by now! It takes strength and courage to start therapy, and I applaud you for exploring your options. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I offer resilience informed therapy for emotional wellness, mental health, and trauma recovery.
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Michelle Chachkes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615 (Online Only)
Therapy is a relationship that is built on trust, let me help guide you through these challenging times.
Accepting New Clients: "Life is a journey...Everyone needs a guide sometimes". Therapy is a a process where we work to uncover the conflicts in our lives and create the awareness to change our behaviors, Do you have a relationship that you are struggling with? or feeling angry and want to learn how to go with the flow? There are a lot of factors that create stress in our lives some we can't control but we can learn how to cope with it and change the things we do have control over. Together, we will determine your goals and explore the possible strategies that will help you feel successful on your journey.
Therapy is a relationship that is built on trust, let me help guide you through these challenging times.
Accepting New Clients: "Life is a journey...Everyone needs a guide sometimes". Therapy is a a process where we work to uncover the conflicts in our lives and create the awareness to change our behaviors, Do you have a relationship that you are struggling with? or feeling angry and want to learn how to go with the flow? There are a lot of factors that create stress in our lives some we can't control but we can learn how to cope with it and change the things we do have control over. Together, we will determine your goals and explore the possible strategies that will help you feel successful on your journey.
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Brittny Cameron
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28204
The relationship between therapist and client is so significant to getting the overall outcome you desire.
Whether you are just beginning or continuing therapy, if you are reading this, I want to applaud you for making it to this point. We all experience the highs and lows of life and sometimes we need more help than our friends and family can provide. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I use a blend of therapeutic modalities to assist individuals, couples and families working through relationship issues, depression or anxiety, life transitions, trauma, eating disorder and body image challenges, family dynamics and anything that makes them feel stuck or defeated with their current circumstances.
The relationship between therapist and client is so significant to getting the overall outcome you desire.
Whether you are just beginning or continuing therapy, if you are reading this, I want to applaud you for making it to this point. We all experience the highs and lows of life and sometimes we need more help than our friends and family can provide. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I use a blend of therapeutic modalities to assist individuals, couples and families working through relationship issues, depression or anxiety, life transitions, trauma, eating disorder and body image challenges, family dynamics and anything that makes them feel stuck or defeated with their current circumstances.
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Emotional health and relationship difficulties can lead to a ripple effect of stress throughout all components of life. My goal is to provide a comfortable environment to build a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship. The focus of my work is addressing symptoms while exploring other important aspects of your life such as your values, goals, relationships, and how and where you invest your time and resources. Expanding your understanding of how all of these factors interact to affect your emotional and physical health can lead to a treatment plan that helps you discover the path to the life you want.
Emotional health and relationship difficulties can lead to a ripple effect of stress throughout all components of life. My goal is to provide a comfortable environment to build a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship. The focus of my work is addressing symptoms while exploring other important aspects of your life such as your values, goals, relationships, and how and where you invest your time and resources. Expanding your understanding of how all of these factors interact to affect your emotional and physical health can lead to a treatment plan that helps you discover the path to the life you want.
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Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28269 (Online Only)
A similar relationship exists between our thoughts, emotions and actions.
Have you been feeling unheard, confused, overwhelmed? Does life feel like A LOT? Do you find yourself questioning what’s next? Perhaps it feels like something is missing or not quite right. You might even feel trapped in a constant state of anxiety! We all go through periods of uncertainty and doubt, but sometimes we need help finding our way through these times. Whatever you’re hoping to get out of therapy, you’re going to have to work! I’m here to help you figure out what that looks like. If you let me, I’ll guide you through the discomfort of growth.
A similar relationship exists between our thoughts, emotions and actions.
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I see myself as a facilitator within the therapeutic relationship, providing objective guidance and support, as well as, challenging unhealthy thought processes, while creating a warm, accepting, and soothing environment in which to work.
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Compassion, warmth, and objectivity are what I offer to everyone that walks into my practice, physically or virtually. Clients are accepted for who they are while receiving encouragement to become self-aware, grow and thrive within their communities. My goal is to create a safe space for reviving the soul (mind, will, and emotions); rebuilding weakened and destroyed personal, family and social foundations; (revealing) putting into proper perspective life's challenges and using them effectively to advance, bringing about restoration of the total being.
I see myself as a facilitator within the therapeutic relationship, providing objective guidance and support, as well as, challenging unhealthy thought processes, while creating a warm, accepting, and soothing environment in which to work.
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Compassion, warmth, and objectivity are what I offer to everyone that walks into my practice, physically or virtually. Clients are accepted for who they are while receiving encouragement to become self-aware, grow and thrive within their communities. My goal is to create a safe space for reviving the soul (mind, will, and emotions); rebuilding weakened and destroyed personal, family and social foundations; (revealing) putting into proper perspective life's challenges and using them effectively to advance, bringing about restoration of the total being.
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Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntersville, NC 28078
Are you suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, or loneliness? Do you find yourself avoiding life due to indecision or having performance issues? We all struggle with something; it's part of being human. At times, it's more than we can manage on our own. Therapy can help. My passion is to collaborate with you to discover what is troubling you, to support you in realizing the life you envision, so that you can begin functioning at the highest level possible, both personally and professionally.
Are you suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, or loneliness? Do you find yourself avoiding life due to indecision or having performance issues? We all struggle with something; it's part of being human. At times, it's more than we can manage on our own. Therapy can help. My passion is to collaborate with you to discover what is troubling you, to support you in realizing the life you envision, so that you can begin functioning at the highest level possible, both personally and professionally.
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Erin Byrne
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Huntersville, NC 28078
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Utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy and collaboration, we can work through whatever stage of relationship you are in.
Counseling is a way to activate change, feel empowered, and create your own happiness, and I am here to join you on that journey! Whether you are coming in to work on yourself, or coming as a couple to work on your relationship, I am here to help. I utilize an integrative approach which includes cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused techniques and collaboration. Together, we can work towards your goals and make positive changes.
Utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy and collaboration, we can work through whatever stage of relationship you are in.
Counseling is a way to activate change, feel empowered, and create your own happiness, and I am here to join you on that journey! Whether you are coming in to work on yourself, or coming as a couple to work on your relationship, I am here to help. I utilize an integrative approach which includes cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused techniques and collaboration. Together, we can work towards your goals and make positive changes.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
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Want to live a Joyful, Vibrant, & Conscious life? Understanding that you are important, relevant & that you matter, is step one. Your relationship with your SELF affects every aspect of your life & often small changes can lead to big shifts! If you want to feel differently, want satisfying relationships, & to cope with life's stressors in an empowered & positive way, then please do reach out to me. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space in which you can explore feelings, thoughts & beliefs, both conscious & unconscious, that may be keeping you stuck. You don't have to keep struggling alone. I'm just an email away!
Want to live a Joyful, Vibrant, & Conscious life? Understanding that you are important, relevant & that you matter, is step one. Your relationship with your SELF affects every aspect of your life & often small changes can lead to big shifts! If you want to feel differently, want satisfying relationships, & to cope with life's stressors in an empowered & positive way, then please do reach out to me. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space in which you can explore feelings, thoughts & beliefs, both conscious & unconscious, that may be keeping you stuck. You don't have to keep struggling alone. I'm just an email away!
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I believe my role as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can talk over your difficulties, and I in turn provide perspective, insight, and creative problem-solving strategies. With over 25 years of experience, I have many therapeutic approaches available. Past clients have told me that they appreciate my ability to listen reflectively but still provide active feedback and ideas that allow them to see a new angle on their problems and begin to change. I can be most helpful with relationship issues and with anxiety and depression. I have particular specialties in helping women with mid-life transition issues.
I believe my role as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can talk over your difficulties, and I in turn provide perspective, insight, and creative problem-solving strategies. With over 25 years of experience, I have many therapeutic approaches available. Past clients have told me that they appreciate my ability to listen reflectively but still provide active feedback and ideas that allow them to see a new angle on their problems and begin to change. I can be most helpful with relationship issues and with anxiety and depression. I have particular specialties in helping women with mid-life transition issues.
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Frances Jacobs Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
Areas of experience include: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions, healing childhood wounds and relationship issues both past and present.
I earned my masters in counseling from the University of New Orleans in 1987. I earned my masters in social work from the University of South Carolina in 1994. I have worked for over 12 years as a clinical therapist/professional counselor. My clinical and counseling experiences have been in a variety of settings to include private practice, mental health agencies, foster care, department of social services and community outreach. I have had the opportunity to work with children 11+, teens and adults. I believe that therapy has the ability to promote hope, growth and change.
Areas of experience include: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions, healing childhood wounds and relationship issues both past and present.
I earned my masters in counseling from the University of New Orleans in 1987. I earned my masters in social work from the University of South Carolina in 1994. I have worked for over 12 years as a clinical therapist/professional counselor. My clinical and counseling experiences have been in a variety of settings to include private practice, mental health agencies, foster care, department of social services and community outreach. I have had the opportunity to work with children 11+, teens and adults. I believe that therapy has the ability to promote hope, growth and change.
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.