Experience: Lise-Marie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) in North Carolina. She obtained a master’s degree in social work (MSW) with a certificate in trauma-responsive care from the University of Kentucky and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology/gender & women’s studies from Grinnell College. Lise-Marie trained at Coastal Horizons Center conducting Intensive Outpatient Therapy for individuals struggling with substance disorder, as well as at The Open Gate/Domestic Violence Sh...
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...
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 i...
Audra Vann is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2019. She has an B.A. Liberal Studies with a minor in French from California State University of San Bernardino (summa cum laude with highest honors, special recognition from the School of Communication for Excellence in Journalism), an M. A. Special Education with a concentration in Assistive Technology (summa cum laude with highest honors), and an M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a conce...
Welcome! My approach to therapy focuses on creating a safe, accepting, and compassionate environment for healing and growth. Being in college is a period of intense change, which can be both exciting and challenging! Perhaps you are noticing stress, anxiety, triggers, or patterns that are causing negative impacts in your daily life. Perhaps you've been reflecting on your childhood or family dynamics, and beginning to unpack traumas for the first time. Or perhaps you are looking for a space to ...
Let's be honest, finding the RIGHT therapist isn't always easy. With fewer than 15% of therapists being minorities, it can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. We get it...the struggle is real. Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, major life changes, sexuality, gender identity...or just trying to make it through the day, we’re here for you. At NxtStep, our goal is to provide a space for you to share your raw emotions and feel safe, heard, and understood. There’s no better feeling t...
Experience: Ebube (pronounced aye-boo-bay) is a warm, empathetic therapist who is passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and families through a trauma-informed, equity-centered lens. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Bachelor of Social Work from Appalachian State University, graduating magna cum laude. Her clinical approach is rooted in direct practice with a strong foundation in social justice, restorative practices, and ...
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, depre...
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 depressio...
I started my career in psychology and counseling when I experienced a suicide in my family. It gave me the courage to make changes for myself, and help people around me who were also suffering grief, loss, and depression. I'm an advocate of mental health issues, a proud adoptee, and a supporter of the arts. I have been working with individuals and families for over 10 years. My approach is open-minded, cognitive, and holistic. I am straightforward and honest while allowing clients to decide wher...
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...
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...
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina practicing for almost 20 years. Serving the mental health needs of all community members is very important to me and the reason why I have become a strong advocate for equitable care for everyone. I have worked in various mental health settings through the years, primarily serving individuals who have experienced trauma, adversity, grief, depression, and anxiety. My compassion for people, years of working in demanding environments, and clo...
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...
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 client...
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Please note, I am a PSYPACT certified psychologist and can meet with clients in 42 states for teletherapy - I am now accepting Aetna and BCBS. You may be reaching out for support at this time because you’re feeling stuck. When meeting with my clients for the first time and discussing what brings them to therapy, most share that they have tried everything that they can think of to address their concern. Perhaps they’re used to being able to “figure it out” independently but the current issue ...
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 ...
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 cogniti...
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...