Therapists in Sanford, NC
Jessica Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27332
I have worked in a variety of settings that provided therapy to children, adolescence, and adults.
Shine Your Light Counseling offers support and encouragement for those going through difficult and stressful times. At any given moment, life can feel as if it is spiraling out of control. My role is to help with these situations that may be causing you stress, anxiety, uncertainty, or doubt. I believe we all have the capacity to grow and make changes needed to better our physical and mental health.
I have worked in a variety of settings that provided therapy to children, adolescence, and adults.
Shine Your Light Counseling offers support and encouragement for those going through difficult and stressful times. At any given moment, life can feel as if it is spiraling out of control. My role is to help with these situations that may be causing you stress, anxiety, uncertainty, or doubt. I believe we all have the capacity to grow and make changes needed to better our physical and mental health.
Compass House Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist since 1991. As a therapist, I provide marriage and family therapy services to individuals, couples, children, teenagers and families by evaluating and treating mental and emotional health problems within the context of human relationships. I have also coordinated and supervised family therapy services program for both residential and after care participants in an adolescent drug treatment facility. I am committed to promoting optimal health and well being for my clients.
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist since 1991. As a therapist, I provide marriage and family therapy services to individuals, couples, children, teenagers and families by evaluating and treating mental and emotional health problems within the context of human relationships. I have also coordinated and supervised family therapy services program for both residential and after care participants in an adolescent drug treatment facility. I am committed to promoting optimal health and well being for my clients.
Jacobs Counseling
Counselor, LCMHC-S
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
I am a Christian Counselor. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My experience includes, but is not limited to, working with children and families with DSS or DJJP involvement, children and adolescents with behavioral issues such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Adjustment Disorders, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I also work with those suffering with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, PTSD, and other issues, as well as family therapy, marital and premarital counseling.
I am a Christian Counselor. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My experience includes, but is not limited to, working with children and families with DSS or DJJP involvement, children and adolescents with behavioral issues such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Adjustment Disorders, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I also work with those suffering with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, PTSD, and other issues, as well as family therapy, marital and premarital counseling.
Laureen Belle Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
Welcome. Are you experiencing difficulties with relationships, children, spirituality, sex, or work? It often happens that many of us need a little help now and then. In my years of practice, I've seen how depression and anxiety can affect people's lives and can cause a great deal of guilt and frustration. Life is a journey, both joyous and painful. I believe that no one purposely tries to mess up their life, however, once caught up in our own situations we often cannot see the "forest for the trees", making it difficult to see things any differently during stressfull times.
Welcome. Are you experiencing difficulties with relationships, children, spirituality, sex, or work? It often happens that many of us need a little help now and then. In my years of practice, I've seen how depression and anxiety can affect people's lives and can cause a great deal of guilt and frustration. Life is a journey, both joyous and painful. I believe that no one purposely tries to mess up their life, however, once caught up in our own situations we often cannot see the "forest for the trees", making it difficult to see things any differently during stressfull times.
Beverly Wicker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CCS, SAP, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27330
Formerly the CEO of Family ConneXions, PLLC, I come with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families of all ages. I am licensed in clinical social work (LCSW) as well as substance abuse services (LCAS). I am also a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). I have a Bachelors Degree in Spanish Language and Literature and speak Spanish fluently. My primary goal is to provide a service that emphasizes trust, respect, confidentiality and compassion. I use a strength-based approach that focuses on supporting individuals, families, and couples through emotional and behavioral challenges.
Formerly the CEO of Family ConneXions, PLLC, I come with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families of all ages. I am licensed in clinical social work (LCSW) as well as substance abuse services (LCAS). I am also a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). I have a Bachelors Degree in Spanish Language and Literature and speak Spanish fluently. My primary goal is to provide a service that emphasizes trust, respect, confidentiality and compassion. I use a strength-based approach that focuses on supporting individuals, families, and couples through emotional and behavioral challenges.
Cecelia K Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
Not accepting new clients
I believe in a person centered approach and sincerely consider it an honor to have the opportunity to work with and help others. I have many years of experience in the medical field prior to counseling and bring that, as well as my life experience as a wife, mother and grandmother to my work.
I believe in a person centered approach and sincerely consider it an honor to have the opportunity to work with and help others. I have many years of experience in the medical field prior to counseling and bring that, as well as my life experience as a wife, mother and grandmother to my work.
Online Therapists
Tori Thomas
Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CSI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262 (Online Only)
Some include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered therapies, trauma techniques including inner child work, and Motivational interviewing.
Are you feeling hopeless, unmotivated, lost, and/or confused? Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed and stressed from life's daily tasks. It's possible that you're exhausted from past trauma, and wearing so many "masks" that require you to be the strong one, the happy one, the overachiever, the one that everyone believes is okay. I'm here to tell you that life doesn't have to be this way. Often times, we've been so accustomed to these feelings, and wearing the above masks, it begins to feel normal. The time is now to live the life you deserve. With useful skills, techniques, and consistency, change can happen. There is hope for you.
Some include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered therapies, trauma techniques including inner child work, and Motivational interviewing.
Are you feeling hopeless, unmotivated, lost, and/or confused? Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed and stressed from life's daily tasks. It's possible that you're exhausted from past trauma, and wearing so many "masks" that require you to be the strong one, the happy one, the overachiever, the one that everyone believes is okay. I'm here to tell you that life doesn't have to be this way. Often times, we've been so accustomed to these feelings, and wearing the above masks, it begins to feel normal. The time is now to live the life you deserve. With useful skills, techniques, and consistency, change can happen. There is hope for you.
James Moses
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kernersville, NC 27284 (Online Only)
Throughout my career, I have worked in various settings with children, adolescents, adults, and families in efforts to navigate an array of mental health needs.
Knowing where to begin when seeking help with our personal struggles is, for most, a challenge in itself. Finding comfort in the familiarity of solitude and unhealthy means of managing our struggles is what we become accustomed to and feel a sense of security. Change and the uncertainty that creates, is where belief comes into play. Belief that life can be different, and that we ourselves are capable of taking the steps to change. I believe in individuals being their own greatest advocate and strive to create a safe space for them to navigate the challenges that have clouded their path.
Throughout my career, I have worked in various settings with children, adolescents, adults, and families in efforts to navigate an array of mental health needs.
Knowing where to begin when seeking help with our personal struggles is, for most, a challenge in itself. Finding comfort in the familiarity of solitude and unhealthy means of managing our struggles is what we become accustomed to and feel a sense of security. Change and the uncertainty that creates, is where belief comes into play. Belief that life can be different, and that we ourselves are capable of taking the steps to change. I believe in individuals being their own greatest advocate and strive to create a safe space for them to navigate the challenges that have clouded their path.
Ashley Wilson
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27609
When it comes to the population that I specialize in, it is with both adults and children.
Life can be hard sometimes and having a compassionate, safe and understanding environment to process those difficulties can be life changing. I hope to provide a therapeutic space that offers not just a safe and understanding environment, but a place that allows you to have an experience that promotes personal growth.
When it comes to the population that I specialize in, it is with both adults and children.
Life can be hard sometimes and having a compassionate, safe and understanding environment to process those difficulties can be life changing. I hope to provide a therapeutic space that offers not just a safe and understanding environment, but a place that allows you to have an experience that promotes personal growth.
Alicia A. Blankenship
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615
My passion is helping child and adolescent victims of abuse and neglect heal emotionally and break free of invisible scars that are holding them back from feeling empowered and leading their best life. I work with caregivers and family who are inevitably touched by these painful experiences to help them help their loved one and improve their own emotional wellbeing. I also provide a compassionate, non-judgmental safe place for adults with unresolved trauma, past or present, to collaboratively work through issues and learn to process thoughts in healthier more adaptive ways, pursue goals and thrive rather than just survive.
My passion is helping child and adolescent victims of abuse and neglect heal emotionally and break free of invisible scars that are holding them back from feeling empowered and leading their best life. I work with caregivers and family who are inevitably touched by these painful experiences to help them help their loved one and improve their own emotional wellbeing. I also provide a compassionate, non-judgmental safe place for adults with unresolved trauma, past or present, to collaboratively work through issues and learn to process thoughts in healthier more adaptive ways, pursue goals and thrive rather than just survive.
Caitlyn Dowdy
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511
I became a therapist after spending 8 years in the MH field working with struggling communities through substance abuse, child sexual abuse, developmental disabilities, dual-diagnosis, and severe mental illness.
As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, my passion has been to assist others with finding that light on the other side of a seemingly dark tunnel. I am passionate and dedicated to each individual client that I have the pleasure to assist. I have the understanding and personal experience that therapy can be scary, it can be difficult and overwhelming, but I also know that the therapeutic process is something that you have control over. You are the conductor of the train and I am simply the track to help guide you along the way.
I became a therapist after spending 8 years in the MH field working with struggling communities through substance abuse, child sexual abuse, developmental disabilities, dual-diagnosis, and severe mental illness.
As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, my passion has been to assist others with finding that light on the other side of a seemingly dark tunnel. I am passionate and dedicated to each individual client that I have the pleasure to assist. I have the understanding and personal experience that therapy can be scary, it can be difficult and overwhelming, but I also know that the therapeutic process is something that you have control over. You are the conductor of the train and I am simply the track to help guide you along the way.
Michelle Willis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Cameron, NC 28326
Are you ready for life to be different? To be able to see a brighter path, one in which you are more accepting of yourself, healing, learning, and growing towards the life that you envision? Perhaps you are facing a life transition, a difficult phase of parenting, communication concerns in your relationship, or family conflicts. Maybe your child is struggling with emotional, behavioral, or academic functioning. A safe, warm, empathetic space for exploring your life challenges, identifying goals specific for you and/or your family, and building upon your strengths can bring you closer to the life you want, the life you deserve.
Are you ready for life to be different? To be able to see a brighter path, one in which you are more accepting of yourself, healing, learning, and growing towards the life that you envision? Perhaps you are facing a life transition, a difficult phase of parenting, communication concerns in your relationship, or family conflicts. Maybe your child is struggling with emotional, behavioral, or academic functioning. A safe, warm, empathetic space for exploring your life challenges, identifying goals specific for you and/or your family, and building upon your strengths can bring you closer to the life you want, the life you deserve.
Veronda Bellamy
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
I am honored to be of service to you. I know that trauma and substance abuse and addiction can wreak havoc in one's life. Many of client's find themselves faced with challenges of having to restart their lives during mental challenges and addiction; some may have to fight to regain custody of their children; many of them have co-occurring mental illness that has lead to substance abuse and/or addiction. For some, addiction comes by way of biological, environmental, and social influences, but from my experience, I have learned that mental illness was present before addiction became a factor. Take Control Today!
I am honored to be of service to you. I know that trauma and substance abuse and addiction can wreak havoc in one's life. Many of client's find themselves faced with challenges of having to restart their lives during mental challenges and addiction; some may have to fight to regain custody of their children; many of them have co-occurring mental illness that has lead to substance abuse and/or addiction. For some, addiction comes by way of biological, environmental, and social influences, but from my experience, I have learned that mental illness was present before addiction became a factor. Take Control Today!
Changing Lives Therapeutic Service
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28213
Changing Lives Therapeutic Service is dedicated to providing the highest quality clinical services to assist individuals with reaching their fullest potentials. We at Changing Lives provides service to the following individuals: child, adolescents, adults, geriatric and the LGBTQ populations. Our staff consists of highly qualified. experienced and knowledgeable Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (Associates) and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (Associates). Our licensed staff provide community based, office based and remote counseling. CLTS also works with preferred providers to provide medication to our patients.
Changing Lives Therapeutic Service is dedicated to providing the highest quality clinical services to assist individuals with reaching their fullest potentials. We at Changing Lives provides service to the following individuals: child, adolescents, adults, geriatric and the LGBTQ populations. Our staff consists of highly qualified. experienced and knowledgeable Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (Associates) and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (Associates). Our licensed staff provide community based, office based and remote counseling. CLTS also works with preferred providers to provide medication to our patients.
Stephanie Skibba
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
I provide individual or family therapy services to children, teens, and adults who are struggling with various difficulties.
Everyone experiences the world differently so emphasizing characteristics that are unique to you can be key to positive change. I take a client-centered approach to individualizing treatment and, as our world is ever-changing, this includes adapting with you when necessary. While CBT is often an effective approach to begin making changes, I find that pulling features of other modalities helps develop a well-rounded understanding of your worldview and provides varied tools to be resilient in the face of life’s challenges.
I provide individual or family therapy services to children, teens, and adults who are struggling with various difficulties.
Everyone experiences the world differently so emphasizing characteristics that are unique to you can be key to positive change. I take a client-centered approach to individualizing treatment and, as our world is ever-changing, this includes adapting with you when necessary. While CBT is often an effective approach to begin making changes, I find that pulling features of other modalities helps develop a well-rounded understanding of your worldview and provides varied tools to be resilient in the face of life’s challenges.
Jennifer L Harrell
Counselor, LCMHCA, LCASA, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smithfield, NC 27577
I am a therapist at Living Beyond It in Smithfield, NC. I have spent the past two decades working in the mental health and substance use field. I am accepting new youth and adult patients. My specialties are transition age youth (ages 14-24) and at risk populations. If you or your child are having difficulty with anxiety, depression, social relationships or life in general, I would love to help!
I am a therapist at Living Beyond It in Smithfield, NC. I have spent the past two decades working in the mental health and substance use field. I am accepting new youth and adult patients. My specialties are transition age youth (ages 14-24) and at risk populations. If you or your child are having difficulty with anxiety, depression, social relationships or life in general, I would love to help!
Jill D. Strickland
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27703
ACCEPTing new clients virtually/in-person. Life can be hard, extremely tough at times. Do you feel like life has become too overwhelming? We offer a welcoming and compassionate environment where you can feel safe to talk about any challenge that is getting in the way of improving the quality of your life. Together, we will discover how you can begin to enjoy life again! We have experience with children, adolescents, and young adults transitioning to adulthood, relationships, family and marriage.
ACCEPTing new clients virtually/in-person. Life can be hard, extremely tough at times. Do you feel like life has become too overwhelming? We offer a welcoming and compassionate environment where you can feel safe to talk about any challenge that is getting in the way of improving the quality of your life. Together, we will discover how you can begin to enjoy life again! We have experience with children, adolescents, and young adults transitioning to adulthood, relationships, family and marriage.
Affinity Clinical Services, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28212
I am an experienced therapist with years of experience in psychotherapy and counseling to children, teens and adults. My services include assessment using motivational interviewing, clinical testing and outcome measure survey to help you measure your progress. I strive to help you get result within a short time by ensuring that I understand your problems and your needs. I use solution focus and cognitive behavior therapy techniques to explore concrete issues, and to guide you in resolving them. I provide a therapeutic environment that is confidential, and where individual can communicate openly and honestly about their feelings.
I am an experienced therapist with years of experience in psychotherapy and counseling to children, teens and adults. My services include assessment using motivational interviewing, clinical testing and outcome measure survey to help you measure your progress. I strive to help you get result within a short time by ensuring that I understand your problems and your needs. I use solution focus and cognitive behavior therapy techniques to explore concrete issues, and to guide you in resolving them. I provide a therapeutic environment that is confidential, and where individual can communicate openly and honestly about their feelings.
Susannah Scearce
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
If you suspect that an aspect of your child’s development or learning isn’t quite typical; if you’ve had professionals, friends, or family members encourage you to seek testing for your child, but you’re scared; if you’re learning more about neurodiversity and tempted to self-diagnose, and you want a professional consultation; if you’re just curious about aspects of your personality or cognitive abilities; if you are courageous enough to dig deeper and to face that nagging intuition, I am here to help.
If you suspect that an aspect of your child’s development or learning isn’t quite typical; if you’ve had professionals, friends, or family members encourage you to seek testing for your child, but you’re scared; if you’re learning more about neurodiversity and tempted to self-diagnose, and you want a professional consultation; if you’re just curious about aspects of your personality or cognitive abilities; if you are courageous enough to dig deeper and to face that nagging intuition, I am here to help.
Stefanie Mann
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28210
Stefanie Mann is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2015. Stefanie's passion is helping children, teens, and their families heal through Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR. As an Adoption-Competent Therapist, Stephanie helps families navigate through the adoption process, encouraging healing and stability within the changing family unit. For adults, EMDR therapy provides the inner child with an opportunity to heal from past trauma.
Stefanie Mann is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2015. Stefanie's passion is helping children, teens, and their families heal through Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR. As an Adoption-Competent Therapist, Stephanie helps families navigate through the adoption process, encouraging healing and stability within the changing family unit. For adults, EMDR therapy provides the inner child with an opportunity to heal from past trauma.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Sanford, NC provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Sanford build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Sanford build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.