Hi! I'm Joel. I know it can be hard to search for a therapist, I'm glad you're doing the work! I hope you are able to connect with someone who can help. I've worked in mental health for nearly 25 years, in shelters, hospitals, as a school counselor, among other settings. I deeply value learning your experience of the world, and cultural background to ensure your treatment will meet your unique goals and identity. These are difficult times that can be stressful, and it can be hard to know what...
By now, you feel like the pain will never go away. It seems like the harder you fight to free yourself from the torment in your heart and in your mind, the more tormented you actually feel. It's like being weighted down, unable to breathe, unable to act. There is hope! I work with individuals (typically age 16 and up) seeking to improve mood, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. I can help you understand your unique situation, find a healthier new perspective, and develop the tools you need t...
Hey there! At Mindful Collaboration, we get that college life is a lot—it’s exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming trying to juggle school, relationships, work, and everything in between. We’re here to support you with a team of down-to-earth therapists who know what it's like to feel the weight of all those expectations. Using approaches like Somatic Experiencing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, we’ll help you learn practical tools for managing stress, dealing with anxiety, and navigating...
I am here to help improve symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress and many other mental health issues in a safe and non-judgmental setting. I offer a free 30 minute initial consultation....
ANGER gets a bad reputation, and so sometimes we miss its purpose. Its purpose? To alert us to IMPORTANT NEEDS GOING UNMET! Problem is, when we’re angry we’re thinking in ways that get in the way of meeting those needs. I help people connect with the needs behind their anger, learn the words for talking about it in ways that increase the chances of being heard and respected, and find creative solutions. I help people identify the thoughts that cause their anger, and then I help them question ...
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You know what you want to change. Yet, you know they aren't improving or even worsening, leaving you feeling more alone. While a part of you wants to feel connected and supported by loved ones and friends, they may not get it and would confirm your fear of rejection or for being too much. You've always been highly sensitive to other people's emotions, and you learned young to hide them and deal with it by yourself. Deep down you want support, but don't know what or how to get it, leaving you fee...
Feeling stuck? Burned out? Overwhelmed by life, classes, or relationships? College is supposed to be a time of growth—but sometimes it just feels like too much. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship stress, substance use, or just trying to figure out who you are and where you're headed, you don’t have to do it alone. I’m a licensed therapist in North Carolina and South Carolina, and I help college students cut through the noise and start making real progres...
Welcome, college campus students! Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of college life? Do you struggle to stay focused and organized in your studies? Introducing a provider tailored just for you – specializing in ADHD support, offering virtual consultations that fit seamlessly into your busy college schedule. At JD Wellness, LLC, we understand the unique challenges that students face, especially those navigating the complexities of ADHD. That's why we've designed our services to be ...
Megan is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who obtained her Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2017. Megan was raised in Rowan County, North Carolina. Megan has experience in working with young children, starting at ages 3 and up. Her passion is working with the "littles. " Megan primarily utilizes play-based therapy in working with children ages 3 to 10. Megan received training from University of North Carolina at Charlotte in C...
Quentin Powell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate in North Carolina. He has a Bachelors in Social Work Degree from Mars Hill University and a Masters in Social Work Degree from Johnson C Smith University. He has over 10 years of experience in the field that varies from inpatient psychiatric units, community based mental health and outpatient treatment. He has worked with children and adolescents, but primarily works with adults to...
Hello, my name is Bob Risavi and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I work with adults from 21 to 100. I try to help them cope with and solve problems within their everyday lives. To do this I use several styles of therapy depending on the individual and their particular needs. There is no such thing as a one size fits all strategy. For example CBT therapy is very effective with many patients but psychodynamic therapy may be more effective for other individuals depending on circumstance. Th...
Anita Morrow is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina. Anita uses assessments and conversation to explore how situations affect both mind and body with the desire to improve overall health. Together you and Anita will explore how to use your current strengths to help you overcome and recover from mental health challenges while using your current supports to build new strengths. Outside of work, Anita enjoys travel and dance. She enjoys travel because it gives her a good opportunity...
Michelle Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2011. She has an MSW from University of Minnesota Duluth and a BA in Sociology and Criminology from University of Minnesota Duluth. Michelle provides short- and long-term therapy to individuals, couples, and families. She supports the client where they are on their journey. Michelle uses CBT, exposure therapy, ACT, and a strength-based approach. Outside of work, Michelle enjoys traveling, spend...
Esther Nam is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2010. She gained her clinical counseling experiences working in a hospital setting, various partial care, and intensive outpatient programs serving the adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. Esther understands that each client is unique, and she has an intuitive ability to adapt her approaches/interventions to meet their individual needs. Esther truly believes that a customized approach is a v...
Cortney Gordon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor?s and Advanced Standing Master?s Degree in Social Work from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. As a licensed therapist associate and a seasoned medical social worker, Cortney brings a unique perspective to her practice, drawing on her expertise in working with patients and families navigating complex medical systems. With more than seven years of experience in...
Elizabeth Bilisoly is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. She has an undergraduate degree from Guilford College in Interpersonal Communication and a dual Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Addiction and Recovery Counseling from Liberty University. Elizabeth has experience with providing counseling services to a variety of individuals, particularly clients suffering from trauma. Additionally, she is expe...
Tiffany Mosley is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2023. Tiffany provides a safe and inviting approach to achieve mental wellness for her clients. She encourages a symbiotic relationship with her clients using evidence-based practices which promote a holistic approach to healing. Tiffany will work through challenges, trauma, and behavior patterns with clients to help improve the quality of life that they seek. In her free time,...
Fay White is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. With her life experience, education, and training, Fay can help clients heal from trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and other problems by teaching them how to challenge and reframe distorted thoughts and beliefs, find and implement solutions, regulate emotions using somatic practices, and by walking through their healing journey with them. Fay is a registered yoga teacher a...
Brooke Hunter is Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2018. She obtained her Master?s of Science Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. Brooke has worked in a variety of different mental health settings such as inpatient/outpatient, residential, community, intensive in-home services and community support team services. She has more than 10 years of experience ...