Grief Therapists in North Carolina

Everyday life can feel incredibly heavy and often times lonesome. Talking to a mental health professional such as myself can be very helpful. There is a myth that being in therapy is a sign of weakness, when in fact, reaching out for help is an act of courage and definitely one of the first steps of this journey. It is my privilege to work with you. My deep understanding of the diverse needs of my clients helps me meet you where you are. As a compassionate listener I provide a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your emotions, confront challenges, and embark on a journey of growth, healing and self-discovery.

Hello, my name is Savannah Ornt, LCMHCA. I graduated from Southern New Hampshire University with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in January 2022. Since then I have worked with a variety of ages ranging from age 5 to emerging adults. I have experience working with and advocating for LGBTQIA+ clients, as well as treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, high-risk symptoms, grief, and more. I believe in health at every size and enjoy helping clients find ways to nourish and move their bodies that feel authentic to them.

I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, licensed in NC, providing Counseling for adults from a Christian perspective for those requesting to include their faith in their therapy. I use a validating and supportive cognitive-behavioral approach in providing individual treatment. My fees and co-pays conform to what the client's insurance company recommends. I received my PhD. in Clinical Psychology from UNC-Chapel Hill and have been in private practice for 18 years. I am a member of the North Carolina Psychological Association and the American Psychological Association

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Trying to keep up with all the demands on you while working/living/parenting/doing/being during these times? Things feel hard. Being able to navigate rocky times is essential. I believe in the importance of being able to tell your story and for your story to be heard. My hope is to empower you to fully know yourself, your values, strengths, and aspirations and for you to feel more peace in your mind, body, and spirit.

I specialize in working with high achievers, people pleasers and perfectionists. In friendships, relationships, and/or at work you’re feeling like you’re never quite “good enough.” You want to feel better but you continue to be held back by your past. What if you could finally relax, have more ease and confidence? What if you could feel more joy in your life? Maybe you’ve recently experienced a major life change. These can be especially tough while also navigating relationships, friendships, your family-of-origin, and (most importantly) the relationship with yourself.

Are you struggling with Depression, Anxiety or even Grief? Still adjusting to life after the pandemic? Trying to pick up the pieces after losing a loved one and just not sure where to even start? Feeling like everyone around you has it all figured out and yet you are feeling stuck? Life is already hard, having friends and family not understanding is even harder! It is so important to find a therapist that is willing to come alongside you and help you figure out this thing called life, don't do it alone, Let's figure it out together and help you become your best "self" together!

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.

I believe that anyone willing to do the work is an ideal client. I am ready to address any issues that you bring to the table. The end goal is for my clients to find growth and support through the hard times. I cater to the client's goals to fit their needs and address the issues. I want you to know you are in a safe space when you work with me.

Dr. Susan B. Wilkie (PhD, LCMHC, LMFT) is an experienced, licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) and licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in private practice. Dr. Wilkie earned her doctoral degree in Mental Health Counseling at the University of New Orleans in 1994. Her post doctoral work was committed to Couple and Family Therapy for (16) years where she recently served as the Founding Director of the Marriage and Family Therapy Program at Pfeiffer University's Graduate School in Charlotte. She is now committed to her private practice full-time in the Belmont/Cramerton/Gastonia area.

Pamela works primarily with adults and young adults. She is passionate about creating space for clients to feel seen, heard, and valued. She offers a steady presence as clients process their experiences and emotions. Pamela firmly believes in the power of the counseling relationship in that it has the potential to serve as a catalyst for individual insight, progressive change and overall mental health wellness. She believes change, healing, and growth are always available to us and values each individual's unique journey.

Healing our souls and achieving emotional wellness and stability is a journey, beginning with the step one first takes to address life stressors and changes, mental health concerns, trauma and/or grief related concerns to move toward living life more fully and with a sense of gratitude and greater understanding. I am passionate about working with clients toward this pursuit of positive change, emotional wellness, healing and stability.

I am committed to providing my clients with the necessary tools to lead rich & fulfilling lives and to deal with life's challenges in a productive & satisfying way. I serve adults, couples, families, and older teens from an overall perspective to increase awareness & utilize mindfulness to enrich and optimize life experiences.

Are you or your child in a confusing time that you just can’t quite figure out, or re-experiencing a traumatic event that continues to disrupt your life? With a decade of experience as a therapist working in a wide variety of settings, I use an integrated approach including CBT, EMDR, faith-based, psychodynamic and others to treat multiple issues including anxiety, relationship conflict, depression, spirituality and more. My specialty is in treating grief and loss, which can come from not only death and divorce/break-ups, but by estrangement, disappointment, loneliness and many other experiences in life.

I can help if you desire personal growth and change. Therapy can be very helpful if you are experiencing emotional distress, anxiety and/or panic attacks, excessive worry, depression, difficulty with life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, relationship issues or concerns about addiction in your life or that of someone you love.

Each person comes to individual therapy for numerous and very honest reasons, despite how overwhelmed and powerless they are feeling. It is okay to not know what to do or know what is next. Deep down, I believe that each one of us has the innate wisdom to know themselves and to know what to do next, under optimal conditions. Couples caught in a criticize-withdraw cycle are often doing what their survival instincts tell them to do. I am also highly trained in couples counseling and marriage counseling through emotionally focused therapy (EFT). Marital therapy and individual counseling need guidance from an empathic but neutral party.

Do you have something you need to talk about? Trudging through life with stress, grief, anxiety, or other burdens can feel lonely and exhausting. Address your mental health needs through conversation and engage in therapeutic interventions to bring positive change in your life. Exploring how your mental health has negative impacts on your body and your daily life will improve your well-being.

The pain of grief can be overwhelming and unbearable at times. The loss of a loved one is probably one of the most difficult situations that we will experience in life, especially if you are struggling with symptoms of complicated grief, such as intense feelings of guilt or responsibility, nightmares or disturbing images, or extreme emotional dysregulation that interferes with your daily functioning. Sometimes thoughts, images and emotions have us "stuck" in our grief journey, and we need help working through these issues...

My name is Ashley Mills and I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist providing mental health therapy to individuals, couples, adults, and families. I have been in private practice for over 13 years. I focus working with people with anxiety disorders, depression, difficulty coping with changes, and relationship issues. I often work with people who have traumatic experiences, people with grief and loss issues, and people who are on the spectrum of Autism. I am very open minded, nonjudgmental, non-biased, and have a great deal of empathy. I have wanted to be a therapist most of my life and absolutely love what I do.

Welcome, I am so glad you are here. Experiencing a loss or trauma can feel alienating and leave you lacking connection. Maybe you have experienced a loss/trauma while also navigating pregnancy, postpartum or infertility. Maybe you are/were military but don't feel supported by the systems in place to "help". You might want to feel different but struggle to navigate the how. Or the opposite you understand the how, you have done lots of therapy and continue to feel like you are not making the progress you wish. Whether you've never been to therapy before or you have tried it before but feel stuck; you are in the right place.