Trauma Focused Therapists in Asheville, NC
Patrice Helen Sims
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, MSW, LCSWA, LCASA
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28803
I utilize Person-Centered and trauma-informed practices, including Trauma Focused CBT, Polyvagal Theory, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.
We are born with an inherent connection to ourselves, free of judgment, guilt, or shame. Life experiences and societal expectations shape our understanding of ourselves and our place in the world. When we experience trauma or prolonged stress, we can develop feelings of anxiety, shame, guilt, depression, hopelessness, and isolation. These feelings block us from building and maintaining connections with our families, friends, communities, and ourselves. This isolation can lead to destructive habits and compulsions that undermine the successes we achieve.
I utilize Person-Centered and trauma-informed practices, including Trauma Focused CBT, Polyvagal Theory, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.
We are born with an inherent connection to ourselves, free of judgment, guilt, or shame. Life experiences and societal expectations shape our understanding of ourselves and our place in the world. When we experience trauma or prolonged stress, we can develop feelings of anxiety, shame, guilt, depression, hopelessness, and isolation. These feelings block us from building and maintaining connections with our families, friends, communities, and ourselves. This isolation can lead to destructive habits and compulsions that undermine the successes we achieve.
Hi! My name is Julia, and I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor here in North Carolina. I have spent the past 8 years providing professional mental health services to adolescents, teens, adults, and families in a variety of treatment settings. I strive to help individuals and families learn to identify, express, and meet their own emotional needs in a way that fosters a sense of security, acceptance, and connection. I value authenticity and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship, and my goal is to help each individual expand upon the innate strengths and skills they have within them.
Hi! My name is Julia, and I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor here in North Carolina. I have spent the past 8 years providing professional mental health services to adolescents, teens, adults, and families in a variety of treatment settings. I strive to help individuals and families learn to identify, express, and meet their own emotional needs in a way that fosters a sense of security, acceptance, and connection. I value authenticity and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship, and my goal is to help each individual expand upon the innate strengths and skills they have within them.
Here’s the thing: you are much more magnificent and brilliant than you ever thought possible! You may just need guidance & support to go inward and discover this truth. You may have already gone to therapy and still find yourself stuck in patterns of victimhood, scarcity, unworthiness, disempowerment, shame, anxiety, depression, and fear, just to name a few. Do you still get caught up in your old habits and stories, which causes suffering for you and those you love? Do you have anxiety and fear around stepping into your power and dream life?
Here’s the thing: you are much more magnificent and brilliant than you ever thought possible! You may just need guidance & support to go inward and discover this truth. You may have already gone to therapy and still find yourself stuck in patterns of victimhood, scarcity, unworthiness, disempowerment, shame, anxiety, depression, and fear, just to name a few. Do you still get caught up in your old habits and stories, which causes suffering for you and those you love? Do you have anxiety and fear around stepping into your power and dream life?
Seth Cooley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28806 (Online Only)
I specialize in CBT, EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, Love and Logic, Motivational Interviewing, ACRA, and DBT.
Accepting new clients! Hello! You have taken a huge first step towards change. Be proud of yourself as the first step is always the hardest. These are very challenging times filled with long periods of isolation that make mental health symptoms worse. So many are feeling alone and unsupported. Many like you are reaching out and coming to know the benefits of good therapy. Client rapport is an important aspect when working with me. Ensuring that you feel comfortable during therapy is a priority when working with me.
I specialize in CBT, EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, Love and Logic, Motivational Interviewing, ACRA, and DBT.
Accepting new clients! Hello! You have taken a huge first step towards change. Be proud of yourself as the first step is always the hardest. These are very challenging times filled with long periods of isolation that make mental health symptoms worse. So many are feeling alone and unsupported. Many like you are reaching out and coming to know the benefits of good therapy. Client rapport is an important aspect when working with me. Ensuring that you feel comfortable during therapy is a priority when working with me.
Shaylyn Bradshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28806 (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma-focused therapy with a progressive Christian approach. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a faith background but I am not your typical faith-based therapist. My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, works toward cultural competency, is body positive, holds space for spiritual deconstruction, is social justice-oriented, and heals spiritual trauma/manipulation. All faiths and spiritual practices are welcome. I work with clients 13 through adulthood through individual, family, and group sessions.
I specialize in trauma-focused therapy with a progressive Christian approach. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a faith background but I am not your typical faith-based therapist. My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, works toward cultural competency, is body positive, holds space for spiritual deconstruction, is social justice-oriented, and heals spiritual trauma/manipulation. All faiths and spiritual practices are welcome. I work with clients 13 through adulthood through individual, family, and group sessions.
Chandler Ray
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize various approaches through a child/person centered approach with a primary focus on relationship through play therapy and theraplay informed practice, trauma focused - cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), experiential/adventure therapy, and mindfulness.
I have worked with children, adolescents, teens, and adults in various settings including summer camps, therapeutic boarding schools, and residential rehabilitation. This has allowed a wide breadth of experience in areas from supporting children and adolescents as they embark through developmental stages, as well as teens and adults as they learn, grow, heal and empower themselves through life’s many challenges. I have experience in supporting clients through various areas including: depression, suicidal ideation/self-harm, anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, trauma, attachment, substance use and process addictions, and supporting LGBTQ+
I utilize various approaches through a child/person centered approach with a primary focus on relationship through play therapy and theraplay informed practice, trauma focused - cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), experiential/adventure therapy, and mindfulness.
I have worked with children, adolescents, teens, and adults in various settings including summer camps, therapeutic boarding schools, and residential rehabilitation. This has allowed a wide breadth of experience in areas from supporting children and adolescents as they embark through developmental stages, as well as teens and adults as they learn, grow, heal and empower themselves through life’s many challenges. I have experience in supporting clients through various areas including: depression, suicidal ideation/self-harm, anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, trauma, attachment, substance use and process addictions, and supporting LGBTQ+
Dr. Matt Bram
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PsyD, LCAS, LCMHCS, MAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28804
I am Level III trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, certified in EMDR Level II ( trauma focused therapy), trained in Motivational Interviewing, Adlerian Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the Enhanced Recovery Model, Impact Therapy, Perceptual Adjustment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the Neuroscience of Addiction, Mindfulness Based Approach.
I use holistic therapy techniques to empower individuals who struggle with addiction, past trauma, and relationships to live a happy, courageous life by releasing the unhealthy or toxic patterns that keep them stuck and from discovering their true purpose.
I am Level III trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, certified in EMDR Level II ( trauma focused therapy), trained in Motivational Interviewing, Adlerian Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the Enhanced Recovery Model, Impact Therapy, Perceptual Adjustment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the Neuroscience of Addiction, Mindfulness Based Approach.
I use holistic therapy techniques to empower individuals who struggle with addiction, past trauma, and relationships to live a happy, courageous life by releasing the unhealthy or toxic patterns that keep them stuck and from discovering their true purpose.
Jillian Kelly-Wavering
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
I'm a therapist for grieving children and their families in Asheville, NC, and previously in the Bronx, NY. My training includes a Master’s degree from Columbia University, fellowship with the National Health Service Corps, certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Registered Play Therapist Supervisor credential. I've served as the VP of the NY Association for Play Therapy, taught as an adjunct lecturer, and authored several publications (including children's books addressing grief). My hope is to be a therapeutic companion to children and families experiencing grief and loss.
I'm a therapist for grieving children and their families in Asheville, NC, and previously in the Bronx, NY. My training includes a Master’s degree from Columbia University, fellowship with the National Health Service Corps, certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Registered Play Therapist Supervisor credential. I've served as the VP of the NY Association for Play Therapy, taught as an adjunct lecturer, and authored several publications (including children's books addressing grief). My hope is to be a therapeutic companion to children and families experiencing grief and loss.
Omileye Achikeobi-Lewis
Counselor, DACM, MAOM, MEd, LCMCH, LAC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
As a former UK Journalist, intuitive, and trauma-focused counselor, I am good at helping you discover the core of your story and shift the shadows and trauma from inner childhood issues resulting in anxiety, depression, grief, lack of direction and purpose, bad relationships and more. I do so through Resolve and Release Therapy or EMDR
As a former UK Journalist, intuitive, and trauma-focused counselor, I am good at helping you discover the core of your story and shift the shadows and trauma from inner childhood issues resulting in anxiety, depression, grief, lack of direction and purpose, bad relationships and more. I do so through Resolve and Release Therapy or EMDR
Eric Belsterling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD stu, LCAS, CSAT, CMAT, CCS
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize a variety of therapies that may include Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (Level II) EMDR (Level II), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness, and Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention, " Interpersonal Neurobiology, ACT, DBT, Seeking Safety, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I believe there are many ways to achieve well-being and recovery. Presence, patience, compassion, acceptance, and curiosity are some of the qualities I possess. I believe competent therapy is a co-creation between the client and therapist and pride myself in embodying everything I expect of my clients. I'm passionate about stewarding people to create greater acceptance, balance, inner attunement and well-being in their lives. I specialize in all addiction disorders (i.e. substance use disorders, behavioral addictions such as problematic sexual behaviors, porn, food, internet gaming, etc.) and/or co-occurring disorders.
I utilize a variety of therapies that may include Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (Level II) EMDR (Level II), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness, and Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention, " Interpersonal Neurobiology, ACT, DBT, Seeking Safety, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I believe there are many ways to achieve well-being and recovery. Presence, patience, compassion, acceptance, and curiosity are some of the qualities I possess. I believe competent therapy is a co-creation between the client and therapist and pride myself in embodying everything I expect of my clients. I'm passionate about stewarding people to create greater acceptance, balance, inner attunement and well-being in their lives. I specialize in all addiction disorders (i.e. substance use disorders, behavioral addictions such as problematic sexual behaviors, porn, food, internet gaming, etc.) and/or co-occurring disorders.
Chris Gantt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28803 (Online Only)
I am here to help people who feel stuck in anxiety and depression to find their way through these challenging emotions to a sense of ease in a more authentic and satisfying relationship with life and themselves. My holistic practice is rooted in building a safe, supportive relationship and trusting your inner wisdom as we work side by side exploring life's challenges. Working together we'll discover your unique needs and strengths in developing our goals for treatment. I am committed to empathy and open-mindedness while utilizing therapeutic techniques with proven effectiveness.
I am here to help people who feel stuck in anxiety and depression to find their way through these challenging emotions to a sense of ease in a more authentic and satisfying relationship with life and themselves. My holistic practice is rooted in building a safe, supportive relationship and trusting your inner wisdom as we work side by side exploring life's challenges. Working together we'll discover your unique needs and strengths in developing our goals for treatment. I am committed to empathy and open-mindedness while utilizing therapeutic techniques with proven effectiveness.
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There are good days, bad days, and days that are completely overwhelming. You have never thought so much about your body in your life, and now you struggle with it every day. You remember when you trusted your body. There were times when you felt ill, but you recovered before. Now, your medical team is telling you that there is no going back to how things used to be. You are angry, you are frightened, you are hurting, and your loved ones are, too. Nobody seems to know exactly what to say, or what you need. It feels like a bomb has gone off in your life, and you are sifting through the rubble.
There are good days, bad days, and days that are completely overwhelming. You have never thought so much about your body in your life, and now you struggle with it every day. You remember when you trusted your body. There were times when you felt ill, but you recovered before. Now, your medical team is telling you that there is no going back to how things used to be. You are angry, you are frightened, you are hurting, and your loved ones are, too. Nobody seems to know exactly what to say, or what you need. It feels like a bomb has gone off in your life, and you are sifting through the rubble.
I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy & Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Identifying strengths in each person is the foundation of my work. I work with children, families, teenagers, & adults. Families & individuals come to see me if they are experiencing significant life transitions, like divorce, grief, or loss, or they are struggling with interpersonal relationships or unhealthy attachment styles. I am passionate about supporting adolescents processing trauma & helping them find their innate resiliencies to cultivate healthy lifestyles. I work with young adults transitioning into adulthood, identify their values, goals, & work on their unhealthy thoughts or actions keeping them from excelling in life.
I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy & Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Identifying strengths in each person is the foundation of my work. I work with children, families, teenagers, & adults. Families & individuals come to see me if they are experiencing significant life transitions, like divorce, grief, or loss, or they are struggling with interpersonal relationships or unhealthy attachment styles. I am passionate about supporting adolescents processing trauma & helping them find their innate resiliencies to cultivate healthy lifestyles. I work with young adults transitioning into adulthood, identify their values, goals, & work on their unhealthy thoughts or actions keeping them from excelling in life.
Devin Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28806 (Online Only)
Incorporating warmth and humor to create a safe, comfortable therapeutic space, I will partner with you to address your mental health symptoms until you feel back in control of your mood, your thoughts, and your life. I work across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and families. My expertise includes trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavior management, family conflict, life transitions, and relationship issues through a predominantly Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) approach. As a queer cis female, I especially enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Incorporating warmth and humor to create a safe, comfortable therapeutic space, I will partner with you to address your mental health symptoms until you feel back in control of your mood, your thoughts, and your life. I work across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and families. My expertise includes trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavior management, family conflict, life transitions, and relationship issues through a predominantly Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) approach. As a queer cis female, I especially enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Jessica Lynn Drennen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803 (Online Only)
At the end of the day, relationships matter & I believe they are at the core of our success. How we interact with one another in every setting & how we treat ourselves is crucial to navigating through life. When we love ourselves, we are able to think positively, create & reach goals, take responsibility, understand things we can & cannot control, treat ourselves with compassion & have confidence. When one of these relationships if lacking or does not exist, we are suseptible to a plethora of mental health & life struggles.
At the end of the day, relationships matter & I believe they are at the core of our success. How we interact with one another in every setting & how we treat ourselves is crucial to navigating through life. When we love ourselves, we are able to think positively, create & reach goals, take responsibility, understand things we can & cannot control, treat ourselves with compassion & have confidence. When one of these relationships if lacking or does not exist, we are suseptible to a plethora of mental health & life struggles.
Baylor Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS, CSI
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
Counseling is such meaningful and rewarding work and I am so grateful that I get to do it. My goal is to always be growing as a person right alongside you and to always approach my work with a sense of openness and curiosity rather than judgment. After all, we’re just two humans talking about being human. My hope is that you can learn to further embrace your humanness and leave behind your shame in the process. While talk therapy can be extremely valuable, I recognize that there are some problems that conventional talk therapy can’t quite reach, which is why I typically use a more experiential, trauma-focused approach to counseling.
Counseling is such meaningful and rewarding work and I am so grateful that I get to do it. My goal is to always be growing as a person right alongside you and to always approach my work with a sense of openness and curiosity rather than judgment. After all, we’re just two humans talking about being human. My hope is that you can learn to further embrace your humanness and leave behind your shame in the process. While talk therapy can be extremely valuable, I recognize that there are some problems that conventional talk therapy can’t quite reach, which is why I typically use a more experiential, trauma-focused approach to counseling.
Kelly McAnelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801 (Online Only)
I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well and have experience treating adolescents and young adults.
Life can be stressful and emotionally challenging. It is so common for people to experience overwhelmed or negative emotional states. We can experience anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, anger, and difficulty managing strong emotions. Learning to honor our own experience and look for solutions and coping skills can help us take control of our lives in an empowered way.
I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well and have experience treating adolescents and young adults.
Life can be stressful and emotionally challenging. It is so common for people to experience overwhelmed or negative emotional states. We can experience anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, anger, and difficulty managing strong emotions. Learning to honor our own experience and look for solutions and coping skills can help us take control of our lives in an empowered way.
Bettie McKemie Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28806
I love working with people who are taking steps to better understand themselves and how they relate to the world around them. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, family conflict, life transitions, academic struggles, college milestones, work-life balance and relationships with specialties in narcissism and adult children of emotionally immature parents. I love working with folks to support empathy building in family relationships.
I love working with people who are taking steps to better understand themselves and how they relate to the world around them. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, family conflict, life transitions, academic struggles, college milestones, work-life balance and relationships with specialties in narcissism and adult children of emotionally immature parents. I love working with folks to support empathy building in family relationships.
Kalie C. Harrington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, RYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801 (Online Only)
I’m trained in Trauma Center-Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TC-TSY), Trauma Informed Care + Trauma Focused-CBT.
Immediate openings via telehealth for Maine, Vermont + North Carolina clients - Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a trauma therapist who works with women, trans + non-binary teens + adults. I focus heavily on my client relationships to ensure you can feel safe and comfortable with me. While trauma is my specialty, I also find much meaning in helping women feel empowered by (instead of a prisoner to) their depression. My hope is to help you live your life in a more meaningful and self-compassionate way. You deserve all of the kindness and warmth.
I’m trained in Trauma Center-Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TC-TSY), Trauma Informed Care + Trauma Focused-CBT.
Immediate openings via telehealth for Maine, Vermont + North Carolina clients - Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a trauma therapist who works with women, trans + non-binary teens + adults. I focus heavily on my client relationships to ensure you can feel safe and comfortable with me. While trauma is my specialty, I also find much meaning in helping women feel empowered by (instead of a prisoner to) their depression. My hope is to help you live your life in a more meaningful and self-compassionate way. You deserve all of the kindness and warmth.
Nicole Marie Sinnigen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28803 (Online Only)
I work most frequently with those who may be experiencing anxiety, work stress/changes, relationship issues, divorce, grief and loss, traumatic experiences, military lifestyle challenges, parenting/co-parenting struggles, or women's issues. These situations can make one feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed, angry, stressed, hopeless, or alone, making everyday life tasks even harder. It's not a sign of weakness to ask for help and I look forward to the opportunity to help you feel more like yourself again.
I work most frequently with those who may be experiencing anxiety, work stress/changes, relationship issues, divorce, grief and loss, traumatic experiences, military lifestyle challenges, parenting/co-parenting struggles, or women's issues. These situations can make one feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed, angry, stressed, hopeless, or alone, making everyday life tasks even harder. It's not a sign of weakness to ask for help and I look forward to the opportunity to help you feel more like yourself again.
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