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Ian Esmay

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Accepting clients Last Updated 26 days ago

Feeling stuck in your behaviors and patterns but don’t know how to break free from the cycle? Or maybe you’ve made a few changes and you’re finding it difficult to fit into your environment because the people surrounding you aren’t supportive of your new self. We all want to be heard. We all want to be supported. Especially when we’re unsure of our next steps in life and grow as a person. You just want to be accepted for who you are. You are worthy to be seen, heard, and accepted for who you are in every stage of life. Schedule a consult today to take the next step of your healing process and self-exploration journey.

As an LGBTQIA+, transgender, and BIPOC affirmative counselor serving in NC and SC, I work with clients experiencing the following concerns: anxiety, stress, depression, trauma and PTSD, self esteem, grief, men's issues, and internet addiction. I work with the following age population: teen, adults, and elders.

In working together, we may explore a few of the following approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Humanistic, Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma Focused. Text/call 980-484-3728 for your free consultation or submit an inquiry at esmaycounseling.com. I look forward to meeting you!


Specialties

Anxiety College adjustment Depression Existential Challenges / Crises Gender Identity Life Transitions Relationship Issues Self-esteem Self-harm Sexual Orientation Social Anxiety Suicidality Trauma & PTSD

In-Network Insurance Plans

Ian Esmay is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna and Evernorth Optum Oscar Oxford UMR United Behavioral Health UnitedHealthcare
Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1467812982

Rates

First session $150
Ongoing sessions $150
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Practice Hours

Monday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday --
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Career Counseling Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Eclectic Emotion-focused therapy Existential Humanistic Narrative Person-Centered Trauma Focused

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)

Communities

LGBQ+ Polyamorous Trans non-binary gender fluid Veganism

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 7
  • License(s): NC-14111

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): White
  • Gender(s): Cisgender, Man
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
  • Religion(s): Agnostic

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