Therapy Session in North Carolina

I am an open-minded, nonjudgmental mental health therapist who graduated from UNCW with a Master of Social Work. I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and adults as they journey through life's challenges, including but not limited to anxiety, ADHD, bullying, depression, and grief. You are always the expert in your life. I am here to help you discover the tools that you need to be the best version of yourself. I provide a safe, open, and judgment-free atmosphere to ensure that you are heard, understood, and empowered to make a change and improve your life. I utilize a combination of modalities as there is no one-size-fits-all approach.

I hold a Master of Social Work degree from Winthrop University and have been providing therapy since 2018. I am licensed in multiple states and work with children, families, couples, and individuals. I treat concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, school-related challenges, and self-esteem difficulties. My approach is collaborative and empowering, emphasizing shared goal-setting and ongoing progress assessment so clients remain active participants in their care. When working with children, I involve the family system, recognizing the impact of relational and environmental factors on functioning. For clients who desire it, I am also comfortable incorporating faith and spiritual concerns into treatment in a respectful and client-centered way.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I have 24 years’ experience working with children and adults Including those with various mental health and addiction issues. Keith received his Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice from Northern Arizona University in May 1994 and a his Masters of Social Work from California State University in December 2010. I have been trained with Triple P Level 3, Together Facing the Challenge provider and trainer, Motivational Interviewing, and is certificated in providing assessment and therapy for youth for problem sexual. The therapeutic goals and interventions will be based on the client’s individual needs to address their specific concerns and reasons that have guided them to enter therapy. I will utilize CBT, Motivational Interviewing skills, reality therapy, talk therapy, CBT worksheets, family therapy, behavior modification and group therapy to assist the client. I am a therapist who genuinely loves to help other and love my job. I believe my role a clinician is assist clients on the journey to recovery from mental health issues or other concerns that therapy can help. I believe in collaborating with others

I am a fully qualified & accredited integrative Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience of delivering therapy within the voluntary tele therapy setting. I have experience of working with a diverse range of areas including anxiety, stress, depression and low mood, bereavement (including suicide), caring responsibilities, confidence issues, relationship issues, unresolved trauma, bullying, abuse, obsessional compulsive behaviours and perfectionism. My integrative approach enables me to offer both short term targeted therapy and longer term in-depth therapy depending upon my client’s requirements. I draw upon a range of modalities and a broad base of techniques supporting my flexible approach in response to clients' individual needs. I currently provide sessions to individual clients aged 13 and above, and also couples. If you are interested in exploring therapy as a means to address a recent or life long issue/challenge I would be pleased to hear from you and book a therapy session.

I am an open-minded and supportive therapist who specializes in anxiety, mood disorders, neurodiversity, relationship and family challenges, and trauma. I graduated from Appalachian State University with a focus on Marriage and Family Counseling and hold graduate certificates in Expressive Arts Therapy and Addictions Counseling. I am also a Trust Based Relational Intervention Practitioner which involves specific training to meet the complex developmental needs of children who have experienced trauma and attachment insecurity. My main focus in therapy is to help you feel safe and to understand your challenges from your viewpoint. My goal is to help build on your strengths and develop new skills so that challenges feel workable. Being stuck or overwhelmed can feel isolating and I don't want you to feel alone, we can work together. My hope is that you finish therapy with greater self-awareness, confidence, and connection.

My name is Blake Smith and I provide creative and compassionate mental health counseling with over 25 years of professional experience working in diverse school counseling and therapeutic settings. I graduated with honors from Western Carolina University in 2003 with a Master’s Degree in education & school counseling. I am honored to professionally support adolescents, families, and adults & young adults as they navigate life’s various transitions, challenges and opportunities. My range of focus is diverse and includes: anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship repair and growth, bullying, self-leadership and wellness goals. My approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, creativity, and evidence-based practices, ensuring that each client feels heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful choices and change. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and build a stronger sense of self-worth. My goal is to help clients uncover their strengths, gain clarity, and create a path toward personal calm, connectedness, and lasting contentment.

I am a compassionate and supportive therapist dedicated to helping you navigate life challenges and adversities to help empower and equip you to gain greater clarity, resilience and skills to help bring you up and out of life's hardships that has diverted you from living your best life. I know how life challenges can take us off track and having us live in auto-pilot and just surviving the moments. I work with children, adolescents, teens, young adults, adults, families and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship stress and brokenness in family units. My therapeutic styles are CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Trauma-Informed, Strength and Supportive-Based Therapies all tailored to fit your wants, needs, desires and goals. I believe therapy is about working together in a safe space where you feel seen, heard and validated. Where you can come out of the someday mindset and feel empowered to make the lasting changes today. I will walk along side you in this growth journey cheering you along every step of the way. I believe in you!

Brian F. Lann, MA, LPC, LPC-S, LAC is an accomplished mental health professional with over 23 years of experience delivering clinical care across outpatient, inpatient, and telehealth settings. He brings deep expertise in the treatment of substance use disorders and complex mental health conditions, including OCD and related anxiety disorders such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Agoraphobia, Panic Disorder, Excoriation Disorder, Trichotillomania, Hoarding Disorder, and Major Depression. As Owner and Therapist at Midlands Center for Addiction Treatment, LLC / Premier Care, LLC, Brian provides substance abuse treatment for opioid-dependent populations and leads daily clinical and financial operations. He manages multidisciplinary staff—including physicians, counselors, nurses, and nurse practitioners—conducts chart audits, and ensures adherence to regulatory standards, while also overseeing counseling, treatment planning, discharge planning, and care coordination. Brian’s clinical approach is grounded in evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Habit Reversal Therapy (HRT), and other trauma-focused interventions. He has completed more than 40 hours of specialized training in ERP and HRT, as well as advanced training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Written Exposure Therapy. In addition to his private practice work, Brian serves as Managing Partner at Upstate Center for Addiction Treatment, LLC, providing oversight of clinical and operational functions for addiction treatment programs. Previously, he worked as Outpatient Utilization Manager at Cenpatico Behavioral Health, where he reviewed outpatient treatment requests, led staff across South Carolina and Georgia markets, and conducted audits and medical rounds. Brian holds licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina and Texas, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Licensed Addiction Counselor in South Carolina, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and North Carolina. He earned his MA in Counseling from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri, and his BS in Psychology/Political Science from Charleston Southern University in Charleston, South Carolina.

Kiara helps adolescents and young adults make sense of anxiety, trauma, and identity struggles with a grounded, trauma-informed approach. With training in IFS and somatic work, she offers a culturally responsive space where clients feel safe to explore their emotions, build resilience, and reconnect with their truest selves.

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."