Therapists for college students near 27705

Jared Brown is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2023. He has an M. A. of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University and a B.S. from Wake Forest University. As a therapist, Jared's first goal is to create a safe space where you can be yourself in whatever capacity that looks like. Jared considers himself rather eclectic in his approach, ranging from the more traditional talk therapy (psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy) to creating art together, incorporating music, games, and nature into our work. Everyone has different interests and strengths, so let's find out together what works for you. Of course, Jared makes space for the problems and issues you want to work on, but let's also highlight your strengths and what you as a person bring to the table. Outside of work, Jared enjoys playing board games, reading, tennis, and video games. He loves spending time in nature whether that involves going for a hike, taking photos of the animals and plants he stumbles upon, or gardening. In addition, you will likely find his nose in a book or wrapped up in some sort of board game with friends and loved ones.

Laura Haynes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2019. Laura is a trauma-focused and strengths-based clinician who is committed to meeting people where they are. CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing are also utilized often. When not at work, Laura enjoys being outside, being with people she loves, being near animals, reading, cooking, and learning new things.

Chaqueenia treats patients starting 10 years old. Chaqueenia graduated from Lenoir Rhyne University with a Master's Degree in Mental Health counseling. She is licensed in the state of North Carolina as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate. She enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults. Chaqueenia believes that effective therapy is about a number of things: experience, expertise, a clear diagnosis, concise goals, and the knowledge and the tools that may effectively help clients navigate difficult life issues. She also understands the importance of possessing a genuine concern for her clients and the pain they are experiencing. In her free time, Chaqueenia enjoys spending time with her children, traveling, and watching her favorite football team: the Carolina Panthers.

Tia Glaspie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. She received her BA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her Master of Social Work from Johnson C. Smith University. Tia believes in meeting clients where they are and providing a safe space for clients to feel accepted and work on an array of behavioral and mental health challenges. She uses techniques from various modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Outside of work, Tia enjoys spending time with family and friends, travelling, and taking care of her plants. She also likes to read, watch tv, paint, and journal.

Kellie Shuford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2018. In her practice, Kellie holds an authentic space for clients to express themselves in whatever manor feels comfortable for them that day. She is also able to work with clients to hold them accountable to help them to achieve what they identify as their therapeutic goal through open and honest communication. It is important to Kellie to develop a genuine relationship with anyone that walks through her door. Outside of work, throughout the week or on the weekends you can find Kellie adventuring with her doodle, Lue. They take many treks through the woods or just around the town. She can also be found getting lost in a good book or spending time with friends. She and her family love to celebrate. It seems like every weekend there is someone or something to celebrate, which gives her an excuse to decorate!.

Stephanie McGee is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate. She has always had a passion for working with youth and families who have experienced various hardships in their lives. This passion has stemmed from her own personal experiences and the experiences of those around her. In providing counseling services, she not only takes into consideration the individual but also those closest to them. She focusses on how their experiences have shaped their behaviors and interactions with others. She has found that when providing counseling services, it is not only important for the individual to learn new tools and techniques but that it is also important that those around them are accepting of the changes that they wish to make in their lives. Having a supportive environment is crucial to making change and without this, change is that much more difficult to make. When individuals enter counseling those closest to them may find that they too must shift and change with the individual, and this is not always an easy feat.

Rebecca Wright is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate. Rebecca earned her Bachelor's in Social Work (BSW) and her Master of Social Worker Degree (MSW) from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Rebecca works with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages providing a safe, non-judgmental environment for her clients to express themselves. Rebecca works with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, school issues, LGBTQA+ acceptance, issues facing children in foster care, foster parent concerns and other issues. Rebecca uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focusing on the client and therapeutic relationship. Rebecca does realize a "one-size-fits-all" therapeutic approach does not work with every individual and will work with an individual to find the therapeutic approach that best serves their needs. Rebeca has experience working as a school-based therapist, with private foster care agencies, and as part of a clinical pediatric behavioral healthcare team. Rebecca and her husband of over 40 years have two grown children, grandchildren, and one dog, Groucho. On weekends, Rebecca and her husband can be found enjoying time with each other and spending time with friends.

Jearilyn Singleton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2021. She has a BS in Human Development and Family Studies from UNC-Greensboro, an MS in Child Development and Family Relations from East Carolina University, and an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University. Knowing the importance of the therapeutic alliance, Jearilyn forms really strong connections with her clients. She creates a safe, judgement free environment that offers them a space to be honest in sharing their story with her. And Jearilyn reassures her clients that they are no longer on the journey alone, she is there to support them every step of the way in whatever way they need. Outside of work, Jearilyn enjoys spending time with friends and family, reading, listening to music, dancing, and watching true crime documentaries.

Brianne graduated with her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology with a minor in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Brianne chose to continue her education by earning her Masters of Arts in Counseling with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health as well as a Certificate in Play Therapy from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Brianne has clinical experience working with clients dealing with a range of issues, including trauma, child abuse, anxiety, depression, and addiction. Brianne comes from a humanistic school of thought where she offers a Person- Centered approach. She believes that individuals have a basic inclination to strive to reach their potential. Brianne enjoys working with clients from ages 3 and up, but specializes in age 3-9 where she utilizes Child-Centered Play Therapy. When working with teens and adults she pulls techniques from different modalities to best meet the needs of each client such as Person-Centered, CBT, and/or expressive art activities (art, music, biblio, sandtray, etc.. ). Brianne enjoys spending her free time with her family, her 3 rescue dogs, and friends.

Courtney Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2012. She has a Bachelor of Social Work from Johnson C. Smith University and a Master of Social Work from Case Western Reserve University. Courtney recognizes the importance of creating a positive and comfortable atmosphere. She takes pride in being an active listener, valuing the thoughts and feelings of others, and providing a space where clients feel heard and understood. Courtney specializes in working with people who are navigating mental health challenges. Her focus is on fostering a healing journey that involves developing effective coping mechanisms, repairing and strengthening relationships, and cultivating strategies for navigating life?s complexities. Outside of work, Courtney enjoys binge watching fictional crime shows and suspense series and movies, spending time with her family and friends, and trying new restaurants and food. Her favorite hobby is baking.

Daniel L. Fish is a Psychiatrist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. He earned degrees at North Carolina State University and Virginia Tech Carilion Medical School, and completed his Psychiatry Residency at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Daniel considers himself a down-to-earth and personable Psychiatrist with a combination of life experience and excellent training. He specializes in discerning the impact of how life situations, medical conditions, and biochemical brain imbalances can commonly manifest psychiatrically in conditions such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and sleep disturbance. Daniel believes strongly in the mind-body connection and the impact of skills that can be learned through different modalities of therapy. Daniel is trained in pharmacotherapeutic management of psychiatric conditions and also utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in his standard practice depending on the psychiatric presentation.

Pamela Feuerstein is the Clinical Site Director for LifeStance Health in Mooresville, NC. Pamela has been working in the mental health field since 2008. She completed a Master's in Social Work from Kean University in Elizabeth, New Jersey in 2012 and continued on to achieve her clinical social work license (LCSW) in 2015. Pamela primarily uses a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies and Dialectical Behavior skills to inform her practice, working with conditions such as depression, anxiety and co-occurring disorders. Pamela has worked with all ages in both outpatient and higher level of care settings. Pamela also provides clinical supervision to help new therapists grow and work towards their independent clinical license. When not at work, Pamela enjoys family, food and getting outside. It is Pamela's hope that she can create an environment for you that feels safe, comfortable, free of judgement and provides moments of laughter and light throughout the journey you choose to share with her.

Dominique received his undergrad degree from Winston-Salem State University in Sociology with concentration in Social Work. Dominique served in the community for several years being a state probation/parole officer, working for Intensive in-home programs, and time with DSS Guilford county. During this time period, Dominque decided to go back to school to obtain his master's in clinical Mental Heatlh counseling. After receiving degree along with a ton of experience, Dominique applied for State licensure exam and passed it becoming provisionally licensed. After serving a two year provisionally licensure where over 3,000 hours of clinical practice was performed, Dominique was granted full licensure by the state of NC where he currently practices outpatient therapy for clients that are 18 and older. Dominque currently loves his job and like meeting new people who want to work on becoming a better person for themselves. If you want to know more about Dominique background or if he sounds like a interesting person you would love to talk to and share more information, please feel free to give Lifestance a call and book an appointment.

Robert Townsend is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina with three years of experience. He holds a Master of Divinity from Wake Forest University School of Divinity and a Master of Social Work from Radford University. Robert believes that the relationship between the client and the therapist is one of the most powerful factors to successful therapy and approaching the client with "unconditional positive regard" is of utmost importance if a client is going to feel comfortable in working with a therapist. Along with a person-centered approach, he relies on using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address many issues that clients seek help for. Robert is also well versed in the spiritual concepts of many faiths, with mainstream Christianity and Buddhism being his strongest areas of expertise, and he works with each client to formulate a plan of care that will address their individual needs.

Sandra Mayta is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor with more than three years of experience specializing in Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Trauma. Sandra treats patients between the ages of 11 and 64 utilizing Person Centered, Gestalt, Emotion Focused Individual Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. Sandra strives to create not only a safe space where patients can explore their presenting concerns but also a brave space where patients can practice new ways of feeling, thinking and behaving. Prior to obtaining licensure, Sandra worked in the mental health field for nearly ten years in multiple levels of patient care including private practice, TMS, day programs, residential facilities, crisis centers, and inpatient hospitals with patients across all ages and socioeconomic statuses. In her free time, Sandra enjoys spending time with her family, friends, plants, and animals, dancing whenever possible, and adventuring outdoors.

Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), who has been practicing since 2018. She graduated from Gardner-Webb University with a Master's and Education Specialist degree (MA/EdS) in Mental Health Counseling. Stephanie approaches the counseling relationship with a genuine intent to understand individual needs as she collaborates with clients to generate goals for life changes. She views therapy as an opportunity for people to learn more about themselves and their role in the context of relationships. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques/interventions as she encourages clients to be an active participant in their development and growth throughout the process of change. Stephanie's main areas of focus include counseling individuals in need of mental health services to address a variety of concerns related to social, emotional, or behavioral disturbances, depression, anxiety, ocd, trauma, grief, stress and/or life changes.

Dr. Kenya Windley is a Psychiatrist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. She has an MD from The Brody School of Medicine at ECU and a BSBA and Master of Accounting from Kenan Flagler Business School at UNC-Chapel Hill. Dr. Windley is interested in the whole person and recognizes that there are so many components that can affect a person's quality of life and mental health. She takes time to listen to each of her patients to gain a better understanding of what is happening in their lives to make better decisions regarding the care she provides. It is Dr. Windley's goal to meet people where they are and work together to get them where they need to be. Outside of work, Dr. Windley's absolute favorite thing to do is eat, with reading fiction a close second! She enjoys trying new cuisines, but Asian food is her favorite. Outside of eating and reading, she enjoys volunteering in her community and advocating for the concerns of those who have mental health challenges.

Clifford Wilson, LMHC Clifford Wilson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 1998. He has a Master's Degree in Counseling Education. Clifford's personal philosophy is eclectic in nature. He incorporates different theoretical approaches in helping the client depending on age and problems of the client. One of the theories he uses is Solution-Focus Therapy, a cognitive approach which address how we think. Clifford believes we can focus too much time and energy on the problem itself versus on finding solution(s). Another theory he might use is Person-Centered Therapy. This approach focuses on providing empathy, unconditional positive regard, and congruence. Clifford believes the client can develop the ability to find the needed solutions to their own problems that they self-actualize. The DSM 5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) published by the American Psychiatric Association is used as the most current standard of evaluation and diagnosis for each client. This diagnosis sets the guidelines for developing the goals appropriate to the client's therapy.

Tiffany Corbett is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2017. She has a BA in Psychology and Sociology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She has an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Concentration in Substance Abuse Counseling from North Carolina Central University. Tiffany believes in meeting the client where they're at, being their equal, and seeing treatment as a partnership. In her spare time, Tiffany enjoys listening to music, singing, watching sports, watching movies, spending time with her cats, spending time with family, reading, cooking, baking, traveling, and going on walks.

Many clients have shared with me that I have successfully made the therapeutic experience less stressful for them. I have been able to put them at ease and feel safe and understood. The clients I work with feel accepted and not judged for who they are, what they have or have not done, or the emotional state they are in when they start therapy. Working in outpatient private practice settings, school wellness centers, community mental health centers, and prisons has allowed me to meet and work with adults, couples, and adolescents from diverse backgrounds facing a wide range of challenges. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth. For my availability, please reach out to Octave’s team by emailing or calling.