EMDR Therapists in Brasstown, NC

I am not afraid of hearing the hard truths that you don't share with others. I find it an honor and a privilege to come along side someone who trusts me enough to share their life, the good and the bad. I have supported people who have experienced things that they believe others think to be unreal, people who believe there is no reason to keep living, people who partake in activities they know are not good for them, people who struggle to have healthy relationships, and people that have been living in darkness. I want to help you break away from that darkness. I want to provide a space that fosters security, hope, and healing.

Are you ready for therapy? Looking for a therapist can feel overwhelming. My goal is to create a nonjudgmental, laidback, safe space where we can work together to tackle hard things. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who are ready to take on challenges but might not know how or where to start. I'm also passionate about working with teachers and other school staff. After working more than 20 years in a school system, I am equipped to help you fight those feelings of burnout and exhaustion.

Hey there! My name is Liz, I have multiple years experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. I believe that each of us has the capability to improve our mental health and wellbeing, and I'm here to help you make a plan to address the specific challenges you're facing.

I have 25 years of experience working with individuals, families and children. We all have struggles in life. I personally believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. Every person's struggle presents an opportunity to make life changes. Sometimes it's hard to determine which road to take or even how to carry on in life. Good support and a therapist who accepts you with respect and dignity, presents as non-judgmental and objective, can help you clarify your needs, goals, and wants. You will move forward and figure out how to become your best self. Then, you can learn to use some of these techniques yourself!

At Dogwood Counseling, we believe in meeting you where you are and helping you get to where you want to be. We are a team of licensed clinicians, each with individualized specialties and areas of interest. Being part of a dedicated group of clinicians allows us the opportunity to collaborate and work together to provide clients with the best care.

Depressed? Anxious? Hurting? Uncertain about a decision, challenge, or direction? These are solvable problems. We have helped clients overcome obstacles by our collaborative approach, trauma-focused & advanced psychotherapies. By continual professional & educational growth, Iona Integrative Health staff achieves enduring, and satisfying client results. Our upmost commitment, sensitivity and fine tuning to our clients' needs are essential to their success. Iona’s areas of specialty include mood disorders, stress management, trauma, addiction, chronic illness & relationship issues with teens, adults, and seniors.

Often there are things in life that are outside of our control and these things can make us feel as though our emotions are outside of our control as well. Whether it be symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, or even life transitions, choosing therapy is making a choice to put your needs first. My goal will always be to assist in finding the path that works best for you. Together we can collaborate to form solutions that will help lead to your success and happiness.

Partnering in the healing process with my clients is such an honor for me. I work with a variety of issues, with a focus on healing from trauma, or adverse life experiences. I can also help with life changes and stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, phobias, low self-esteem, relationship issues, secondary traumatic stress, complex trauma and dissociative "disorders." I work hard to meet the needs of each individual, providing a safe, non-judgmental, empathic space essential for healing. I am up front and "real," while highly nurturing, and caring; I believe in the transformative effects of the therapeutic relationship.

I specialize in EMDR (processes traumatic memories/core beliefs), Parts Work influenced by Internal Family Systems (systems of protective and wounded inner parts lead by a core Self), and Mindfulness-Based Somatic Therapy (emotions/sensations in the body in the present moment). I also use a variety of other forms of psychotherapy including Hakomi, Contemplative, Person-Centered (Rogerian), Existential, Relational Life Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space for you to turn toward your experience. A whole body-mind approach has the ability to transform, much more than talk therapy alone.

All talked out? Many of my clients have decades of experience in therapy, yet have found little relief from their anxiety or depression. I work with adults and couples who are ready to go deeper into the unconscious mind to heal old wounds, change outdated patterns and cultivate a compassionate relationship with themselves. My clients have great insight, and are ready to finally embody and feel what they cognitively know to be true: “I am safe. I am loveable. I am enough.” Deeply knowing yourself is the greatest gift you can give your heart. Learning to regulate your nervous system is a close second.

Are you living with depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, lack of direction, trauma? I believe that we naturally feel a call to live meaningful, loving lives and know intuitively that this is our best path but we often will feel stuck, unsure, fearful and so take no action. Existential therapy calls this a restricted existence and believes the goal of all therapy is to remove the road blocks that are limiting you from moving toward living your best life.

In life, there are times we find ourselves in unfamiliar waters and without a compass allowing us to navigate. Being a light guide and helping you find and follow your compass to your best self and life is my priority. I provide you with the education, unwavering positive regard alongside insights needed to catalyze your own navigation of personal healing. I will help you find your compass and navigate this experience with the goal of you not just surviving anymore. It’s your time to “thrive."

I commit to my clients a dedication toward a healthy resolution of presenting issues and toward achievement of goals cooperatively chosen. I work extensively with middle and high school aged males, individuals with anxiety and depression, couples, and with those facing grief issues.

Even the most self-aware humans can experience periods of confusion, stuckness, and destabilization, and oftentimes suffering has unconscious roots. I've dedicated my training and education as a helping professional to learn how to unlock messages from the unconscious to promote healing and well-being. I also strive to arm my clients with concrete tools to use independently, long after our work together is completed. I have many years of experience helping people heal, blending a variety of nontraditional and expressive therapeutic approaches with evidence-based interventions to meet the individual needs of the people I serve.

Do the simplest things lead to the biggest problems, and sometimes big problems seem "not that big a deal"? Maybe you notice that you struggle with making connections (lasting friendships or romantic relationships etc.), and you feel alone even in a crowd. Do you struggle with mental health, trauma, or generational patterns that continually recycle in your mental, emotional, and physical experiences? Is it possible you or a loved one are struggling with addiction and have a hard time finding peace or relief? What if you are struggling with your spirituality and feel a little pull in a certain direction, and unsure of what to do?

I will listen with 30 years of experience to help guide you from trauma and transitions in your life. I'm trained in transpersonal psychology, EMDR, and somatic experiencing all while blending indigenous teachings to allow the freedom of natural healing. I have a special focus on those who are curious about their inner wisdom and spirit that is ready for the next step of exploration and growth.

To move through suffering and risk hope of something better takes such courage. My work finds its foundation in a deep respect for that choice. I meet my clients’ courage by welcoming all parts of them- their overwhelm, strengths, grief, hopes, and fears. That welcoming manifests in my curiosity, care, and genuine empathy for your experience. My grounded presence, calm yet playful demeanor, clarity of thought, and feedback-informed approach have helped folks safely share their inner world. That safety can be deeply healing, and through it I've witnessed my clients move from simply surviving to living a life of vitality and meaning.

I am passionate about supporting others in finding balance and happiness. I believe that people have the internal resources necessary to grow and change when approaching life's transitions and struggles. My approach to therapy is strengths based, and one that values how you’ve already faced your life's challenges. I value transparency, honesty, compassion and humor in my approach to therapy. I integrate EMDR, CBT, traditional talk therapy, and mindfulness to facilitate healing in the mind and the body.

Compassion is a basic human need that often goes unfulfilled. When we don’t get it from others, it’s no wonder we are our own toughest critic. We refer to ourselves in harsh terms we would likely not use with friends and family. We feel stuck, alone, hopeless. Reaching out for help is hard, but continuing the emotional suffering is even harder. My clients have described me as approachable, compassionate, & non-judgmental. My goal is to help you explore & process unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior while learning new healthy ways to regulate your emotions, communicate with others, & to stand firm in your decision-making.