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Margaret Huss is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience assisting individuals with concerns including relationship issues, life transitions, educational/occupational stress, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, and family conflict. By encouraging clients to share their thoughts and concerns in a safe space, she guides them in creating goals that are reasonable, realistic, and meaningful. Margaret received her master’s in counseling education at the University of Central Florida. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to create an individualized plan. Margaret offers an integrative approach, highlighting the interconnectedness between mental and physical health. "As a person with many life experiences, I enjoy helping other adults find success along life’s journey. I believe in the benefits of therapy and the resiliency of clients to develop the skills they need to manage their emotions, achieve their goals, and live a meaningful and purposeful life."

As a therapist, I am dedicated to empowering clients to reclaim a sense of peace, purpose, and possibility in their lives. With decades of personal and professional experience, I understand how complex life can be—whether you're managing anxiety, depression, trauma, family challenges, or simply feeling stuck. I use a warm, strengths-based approach that blends compassion with practical tools to support healing and growth. I strive to create a space where you can speak freely, understand yourself more fully, and build the skills needed to move forward with confidence. My mission is to help you rediscover your resilience and develop a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.

I am a mental health therapist who graduated from NYU with a master's in clinical social work. My objective as a therapist is to provide a safe space to promote healing, empowerment and growth so that my clients can achieve their goaIs. I believe in approaching my work with empathy and compassion to build a strong relationship with my clients, so they feel comfortable to explore their past, present and future. I have experience working with clients of all ages, from infancy to adulthood. I conduct individual, family and parent sessions. I pride myself on being a therapist who meets my clients where they are. I work with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, social skills deficits, trauma, life changes and those who desire parenting skills.

Vivian L. W. France, PhD, LCMHCS, NCC, NBCT Dr. Vivian France is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS) in North Carolina with over 30 years of experience in school counseling and approximately 10 years of clinical mental health practice. She brings seasoned professional expertise and personal insight to her work, with a strong specialty in serving youth, teens, and young adults. Dr. France earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision from Liberty University’s CACREP-accredited program. She also holds a master’s degree in Counselor Education and a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from North Carolina A&T State University. In addition to her clinical licensure, she is a National Certified Counselor and a former 15-year National Board-Certified Teacher in School Counseling. As a mother of four children, Dr. France understands firsthand the joys, challenges, and developmental needs of young people. She believes children and adolescents deeply desire to feel that they matter, that their voices are heard, and that they are genuinely cared for. She intentionally creates a therapeutic space where clients feel safe, respected, and valued. Her work affirms each client’s inherent worth while providing structure, guidance, and practical tools that foster growth and emotional regulation. Her clinical specialty centers on adolescents, teens, and young adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, peer relationships, academic pressures, life transitions, and mild to moderate trauma. In addition, she brings extensive experience supporting college students as they adjust to independence, young adults as they navigate life and career decisions, and families seeking healthier communication and conflict resolution. She also works with children experiencing oppositional behaviors, anger concerns, and parent-child relational challenges. Dr. France believes meaningful change occurs when clients feel seen, heard, and supported. She partners with individuals and families in a collaborative process that emphasizes growth, accountability, and sustainable well-being. When working with minors, she views parents and caregivers as essential partners in the therapeutic process. She intentionally collaborates with families, recognizing that lasting change requires shared engagement and ownership. It is her conviction that as the family system grows and heals, the child is better positioned to heal as well. She encourages open communication, mutual responsibility, and unified effort in strengthening the emotional health of both the child and the family unit. To support this collaborative and relational approach, Dr. France utilizes an evidence-based, holistic framework grounded in a person-centered foundation. She integrates biological, psychological, sociological, and spiritual dimensions to understand each client within the full context of their lived experience. Her work incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Reality Therapy, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Creative Art Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems approaches to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals.

I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist with a strong commitment to supporting children and adults as they navigate life’s challenges. I earned my Bachelor of Social Work from Elizabeth City State University and my Master of Social Work from Walden University, where I developed a solid foundation in evidence-based and culturally responsive practice. I have experience working with diverse populations across the lifespan and am deeply passionate about helping individuals build insight, resilience, and effective coping skills. My areas of focus include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, anger management, ADHD, self-esteem concerns, and life stressors. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental therapeutic space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered. My goal as a therapist is to partner with clients in identifying their strengths, developing practical strategies, and fostering emotional growth that leads to lasting positive change. I believe healing is a collaborative process, and I am committed to walking alongside my clients as they work toward improved well-being, confidence, and a more balanced life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who uses trauma-informed, person-centered approaches to support healing and growth. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies from the College of Charleston before completing my Master’s in Social Work. My experience spans working with young children and their parents through Child Parent Psychotherapy, as well as supporting adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses such as Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Major Depression. In my personal life, I love to read, camp, and play board games. I’m also a parent, a chronic illness warrior, and a lifelong nerd—roles that give me empathy, humor, and perspective in the work I do every day.

I believe in order to have total healing and complete growth, individuals must focus on treating all parts of themselves as a whole. This holistic approach includes looking within and at all areas of one's life (physical, mental, emotional, spirtual, etc.) I provide consultations and counseling/psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults and advocates. My main therapeutic approaches are Holistic and Cognitive-Behavioral. However, the therapeutic approach chosen will be client centered and problem focused on the issues experienced by the client to assist the client in reaching the most favorable outcomes, growth and healing.

I’m Bradley Miller, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and teens through life’s difficult moments. I specialize in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, helping you uncover your strengths, gain clarity, and create meaningful, lasting change. My style is direct, practical, and grounded in compassion—I’m here to offer steady support while also helping you stay focused on the goals that matter most to you. If you’re curious about whether we’re a good fit, I invite you to reach out. For a free 15 minute consultation. I draw from a blend of evidence-based approaches to support individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s challenges. My work is rooted in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), which emphasizes clients’ strengths, resources, and the possibilities for change—helping you envision a preferred future and take practical steps toward it. Life can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to manage everything on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside. You may be exhausted from being “the strong one,” unsure how to move forward, or simply wanting to feel more grounded and connected. You don’t have to navigate this alone. I invite you to reach out when you are ready.

I have worked in the Mental Health and Substance Abuse profession for over 20 yrs, offering a variety of outpatient therapy options. I have experience in group, family, and individual therapy settings. I enjoy helping people find and improve their sense of self-awareness, and create boundaries to manage problem behaviors. I specialize in navigating interpersonal issues which applies mostly to how you relate to yourself and others. I see this most often in with family issues, relationship issues, anxiety and depression/self-worth. Which is why my approach is grounded in exploring evidenced based truths and examining those to feelings that seem like facts. Additionally, my goal in therapy is self-advocacy. Creating a path forward through establishing healthy boundaries and healthy behaviors can reduce the frequency and intensity of problematic thinking cycles. You can feel better about yourself and the world around you when you have more practice with honoring your needs.

Hello! I am a social worker that graduated from NC State University and I have a specialization in children and adolescents as well as in autism and ADHD. I try to bring a warmth and kindness to all of my interactions with clients, parents, and anyone in the client's life as well as a level of openness and understanding of the circumstances that surround clients. I am passionate about the support and care that I provide to each person as they navigate through depression, anxiety, life changes, trauma, autism, ADHD, and more. I ground my approach in evidence-based practice, empathy, and individual care for each and every person. My goal, at the end of the day, is to make sure that all of my clients find their strengths, feel empowerd, and can take the steps they need to achieve their goals.

Donna Egbulem, MSW, MPH, LCSWA is a clinical social worker and full-spectrum doula providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to children, adolescents, young adults, and families. She integrates evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, Attachment Therapy, and play therapy techniques to support clients experiencing ADHD, depression, anxiety, ODD, autism spectrum disorders, behavioral challenges, and family conflict. Donna specializes in thoughtful case conceptualization, helping clients build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and experience meaningful emotional and relational growth. She also partners closely with families navigating complex psychological, cultural, and spiritual dynamics, and is currently pursuing certification in Play Therapy to further support caregivers in connecting with their children through child-centered principles.

I work with children, adolescents, and families who feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck. Many are navigating anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, trauma, or major life transitions. Caregivers often feel unsure how to help and are seeking clarity, stability, and practical tools to support their child and family I specialize in working with children and teens, often alongside caregivers, using a trauma-informed, collaborative approach. I draw from evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral techniques, play-based interventions, psychoeducation, and family-centered care to support emotional regulation, communication, and long-term growth. Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve been carrying so much for so long. You don’t need to have everything figured out to begin. Whether you’re a parent seeking guidance or a young person needing a safe space, support is available, and meaningful change is possible.