Therapy Session in North Carolina

Greetings, I am here to help you on your journey. We will accomplish your goals together. I want therapy to be a safe place where you can express yourself and grow into who you were created to be. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults in individual and family therapy. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural and Strategic Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Gestalt Family Therapy, and more. I have worked with people experiencing anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, PTSD, trauma, and Conduct Disorder. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey.

I am a licensed clinician with a passion for supporting individuals through life’s challenges with compassion, respect, and practical guidance. With a background in healthcare and behavioral health, I bring a holistic perspective to therapy—recognizing the connection between physical, emotional, and mental well-being. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and strengths-based. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. I have experience working with individuals navigating stress, anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, and complex personal challenges. As a working professional and a parent, I understand the realities of balancing responsibilities and self-care. I integrate this understanding into my work, helping clients develop realistic strategies that fit their lives—not just ideal scenarios. Teletherapy offers flexibility and accessibility, and I am committed to making our virtual space just as supportive and engaging as in-person care. Whether you’re seeking clarity, coping tools, or personal growth, I am here to support you in moving forward with confidence.

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'm Tracie M. Foster, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I truly love the work I do, and it would be an honor to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing. It's not always easy to ask for help, but finding the right space to be heard can change everything. Whether you're a parent navigating your child's behavioral challenges or an adult managing the heavy weight of anxiety, depression or trauma, you deserve a therapeutic environment where you feel seen not judged. I work extensively with children experiencing negative behavioral patterns, providing nonjudgmental supportive presence they need to feel safe. By partnering with families to improve communication and understanding, I help create a more harmonious home life. For my adult clients including those managing symptoms of PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, General Anxiety Disorder or Bipolar Disorder, I provide a grounding space to process difficult emotions and develop the tools needed to move forward.

Jen is an LCSW who believes therapy works best when clients feel truly in control of their own story. She works with teens and adults facing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, and substance use, creating a relaxed, open-minded space for honest conversation. Her focus is on helping clients gain confidence, clarity, and real-world tools they can use long after sessions end.

My name is Natalie Benedetto, MSW, LCSW. I have been in the field of Social Work for 10+ years and have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I specialize in working with adolescents but not limited to this population. I have experience in working with anxiety, stress, trauma, changes and transitions in life events, anger, etc. I strive to provide all clients with support via empathy, compassion, understanding, and being able to meet all clients where they are in their lives. I provide a non-judgmental space utilizing several modalities such as CBT and motivational interviewing. I have highly enjoyed working with clients of different backgrounds, diversities, and life experiences. I am able to provide assistance and education on healthy and effective coping skills to improve daily functioning and improve responses to past and current challenging experiences. My goal is to empower clients to achieve life goals by exploring their strengths and providing them with insight to achieve personal growth. I am here to remind my clients that they are not alone, and I truly believe in the power of vulnerability in asking for help.

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.