Family Therapy in 28801

To the misunderstood, the misdiagnosed, and the overly diagnosed; to those who feel a sense of stuckness; to those experiencing deep, overwhelming thoughts and emotions; to those who wonder if there might be a different way or if anyone could ever understand and accept them; to those who struggle to feel or understand their own behaviors, thoughts, and emotions; to those who believe they may never be good enough; to those who believe they may be irreparably broken or damaged: ​ I am called to meet you with curiosity, creativity, and understanding.

As a member of the Gay community, I offer my professional training and experience, as well as my personal experience and insight into the obstacles that face LBGTQ men and women. I have extensive experience working with LBGTQ individuals with a variety of concerns. I am an affirming, accepting and non-judgmental therapist who offers a place for you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your personal strengths, learn new and more effective problem solving skills and increase your sense of power.

Now more than ever, your mental health and well-being is important. I understand the thought of opening up to a stranger can be intimidating. My style of therapy is informal and relaxed. It is important to me that you feel comfortable. I won't push you to share if you're not ready. I will always take a nonjudgmental stance. I can assure you I will be comfortable with any subject you'd like to discuss. I am a sex positive/kink positive therapist with experience working with issues related to sexuality and gender, nontraditional relationship types (i.e., nonmonogamy), and nontraditional lifestyles in general.

Feeling stuck and motionless in a relationship is an all-too-common feeling. So many couples struggle with sex issues, talking about vulnerable topics, and having the same fights over and over again. Finding the "right person" and putting in the effort it takes to keep a relationship going is HARD, and our histories and relationship patterns don’t always help us do that. Patterns- not situations- keep us from moving forward. As a licensed psychologist specializing in relationships and sexuality, I’m here to help organize the mess and provide a path forward, whether that’s with couples or individuals who need some guidance.

Sometimes life gets hard and just sucks. Period. End of story! Sometimes this is a result of a negative self-image, life experiences, childhood wounds, a dysregulated nervous system, or downright stinking things. Acknowledging how our core wounds and beliefs can directly impact our behaviors and feelings is the recipe for self-awareness and a meaningful life. I am dedicated to supporting my clients as they try to build a life on an internal value system, reduce symptoms, develop self-awareness, and boost confidence. If you are struggling with your relationship, sadness, stress, or just life dissatisfaction I would love to help.

I wish to create a safe and therapeutic relationship where you can be known, seen, and heard. I am here to empower you to tap into your own abilities and strengths in order to create your new path. My ideal clients will have a desire to work with me on topics such as gender identity or expression, relationships, sexual orientation, sexual trauma or violence, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mood disorders. I work with individuals in an open, creative, and kind space.

Looking for therapeutic counseling is the first step on your journey to a happier and healthier version of you. Part of that process is finding the right therapist. My goal is to hold a safe space, that is non-judgmental and a comfortable environment where you can be yourself. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, where you are the expert of your own life, and your goals are the focus. I want to work with you to overcome obstacles and issues that are interfering in your life

Do you struggle with belonging or hide parts of yourself in order to be accepted? Does it seem like things come easy for others—the family, the partner, the job, the confidence—while you are giving it all you have to just barely get by? Maybe you are adjusting to a life transition and now all the rules have changed and you are having to redefine who you are and how you show up in the world. Whatever has brought you this page, I am so glad you have made the courageous decision to start therapy. I truly believe you can (and will) find more connection, joy, purpose, and clarity so that you can navigate the difficult seasons of life.

Are you seeking a more hands-on, how-to, and solutions-based type of therapy? Are you trying to navigate challenges related to executive functioning, sensory processing, or just feeling burned out by all the demands of daily life? As an Occupational Therapist specializing in mental health and neurodiversity, I help people develop concrete strategies for the 'doing of life.'

We all need support sometimes to cope with life’s challenges. I am here to help. My top priority is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to feel connected and understood. Together we will explore what you hope to get out of therapy, identify strengths and barriers, and actively develop solutions. I will help you to take manageable risks to live authentically, process painful thoughts and feelings, and achieve your goals for a healthy and fulfilling life. I take an integrative approach, drawing from cognitive-behavioral and contemporary psychodynamic and attachment based approaches.

I approach mental health and personality from a holistic perspective. I consider multiple variables when working with clients including mental health, medical history, nutrition, exercise and environment. I would describe my theoretical orientation as eclectic. Eclecticism incorporates therapies from a number of different sources ranging from cognitive-behavioral approaches to alternative treatments such as mindfulness training and meditation. The therapeutic techniques that I use vary from client to client because what works for one person may not work for another. Moreover, I often use more than one therapeutic method depending on my clients' needs.

Maybe you are facing a transition in your life, struggling with your sense of self or personal relationships, or you’ve faced difficult situations that have lingered with you. Sometimes when we are experiencing these we can feel on edge, easily frustrated, confused, unmotivated, or inadequate. You’re ready for a change and want to be met with a balance that leads you to growth and compassion for yourself. I have experience working with a diverse variety of children, adolescents, and adults. I am especially passionate working with those struggling with self-worth, depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment, and parenting.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or burnt out? Do you have a hard time feeling grounded or saying no? Are you seeking a deeper understanding and relationship to Self? I am passionate about holding a healing space for highly sensitive, people-pleasers to find confidence & inner peace. Through exploring your past and building a more intimate mind-body connection, we can overcome self-doubt, patterned relationship issues, anxiety and the pressure to overachieve. I offer a holistic, pagan-friendly and tarot-friendly space to deepen understanding & grow intuition.

I specialize in supporting my clients live more connected and authentic lives, lives which are in integrity with who you truly are. I am a mindfulness-based transpersonal counselor and parenting educator with over a decade of experience working with adults, children, adolescents, and families. My focus is in trauma recovery, conscious parenting, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and low motivation/self-esteem. I would like to work with you to create a more peaceful, meaningful, and creative life that is not governed by the pain of earlier traumas or unhelpful patterns, but from an intentional and resourced place within you.

Life is a funny thing. And often terribly complicated. During our journey in this world, we often face challenges that can feel too big or ongoing. Whether it’s with chronic feelings of anxiousness, depression, emptiness, issues about sexual orientation, gender, or ethnicity, relationship conflict, sleep disturbances, substance misuse, school or work issues, or any combination of those, many of us struggle silently. But you don't have to. It can help to work with a therapist with a deep understanding of what it’s like with some of those struggles and who is passionate about helping others learn to thrive despite these adversities.

Lets explore your life experience in a new and exciting way. I see suffering as an opportunity to break free from old patterns, habits, and ways of thinking that are not working for you anymore. It's a call from deep inside saying, "something needs to shift". This shift can come from exploring a relationship to a substance that you are using, and the pain, anxiety, depression, or a general sense of not loving your life that may come with it. Your unique journey is here right now, and experiencing it from a nonjudgmental perspective can be a vital ingredient to moving past whatever is holding you back from living your best life.

My passion has always been working with children and families impacted by life changing health issues. An ideal patient is an individual who is recently diagnosed with a condition such as cancer or major health issues including life threatening conditions and chronic pain. I specialize in treating medical trauma, anxiety, depression as well as grief, loss, and bereavement.

It may be difficult to find a therapist who is well versed on being sex positive, kink friendly, non-monogamous allied, and informed on chronic illnesses. These unique relationships require experience from someone who is passionate about them! You may need help with your multiple relationships, your relationship structure, or just someone to talk to who will not wince when your sex life is brought up. You may be struggling with a recent diagnosis of a chronic illness and want to talk with someone about it who understands the gravity a chronic illness diagnosis can bring. I love for clients to educate me on their lived experiences!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice in Asheville, North Carolina. A history teacher turned therapist, my theoretical influences stem from Contemplative and Buddhist Psychology, a deep interest and regard for Native American and indigenous cultures, village-mindedness, Gestalt Therapy, as well as my roles as a husband, father, and friend.