Therapists in 28112
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Tommy Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, HS-BCP, CFC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, NC 28112
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) and bicultural 2nd generation Latino from Puerto Rican descent. My primary area of expertise is working with domestic violence and sex offender perpetrators. I also have experience working with individual, adults, and couples. In the course of my work I utilize Cognitive-Behavioral & Solution Focused techniques and theory while focusing on how thoughts impact feelings and behavior. I utilize a strengths-based approach as they relate to your concerns. I am a Christ-centered therapist who believes that treatment must include emotional, physical, psychological as well as spiritual interventions.
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) and bicultural 2nd generation Latino from Puerto Rican descent. My primary area of expertise is working with domestic violence and sex offender perpetrators. I also have experience working with individual, adults, and couples. In the course of my work I utilize Cognitive-Behavioral & Solution Focused techniques and theory while focusing on how thoughts impact feelings and behavior. I utilize a strengths-based approach as they relate to your concerns. I am a Christ-centered therapist who believes that treatment must include emotional, physical, psychological as well as spiritual interventions.
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Each person has a unique path and reasons which lead them to therapy. It can be both scary and empowering to enter into therapy: I want to commend you for your strength in taking this step and encourage you in your process. My name is Michaela, and I recognize that therapy is a process—one which I would be honored to be a part of should you choose to invite me into your life’s journey.
Each person has a unique path and reasons which lead them to therapy. It can be both scary and empowering to enter into therapy: I want to commend you for your strength in taking this step and encourage you in your process. My name is Michaela, and I recognize that therapy is a process—one which I would be honored to be a part of should you choose to invite me into your life’s journey.
![Photo of Ebony L Davidson, MS, LPC, LCMHC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7d412086-1087-4f2c-a91a-0975fa15d143/3/320x400.jpeg)
Ebony L Davidson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Monroe, NC 28112 (Online Only)
Currently Offering Telehealth - Accepting New Private Pay Clients! Sometime life experiences can hit us hard. Balancing these experiences along with every day stressors may seem impossible and may make it difficult to find resiliency on our own. Having an empathic professional in your corner can help you navigate and explore tools needed to find light and overcome such challenges.
Currently Offering Telehealth - Accepting New Private Pay Clients! Sometime life experiences can hit us hard. Balancing these experiences along with every day stressors may seem impossible and may make it difficult to find resiliency on our own. Having an empathic professional in your corner can help you navigate and explore tools needed to find light and overcome such challenges.
![Photo of Leah Schumacher, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40a3f2aa-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Leah Schumacher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monroe, NC 28112
Not accepting new clients
My belief is that real change can occur in one's life when they work with a therapist who is genuine and unbiased; someone who has a desire to see others moving forward and living their lives to the fullest. It would be a true honor to be that individual for you or your loved one.
My belief is that real change can occur in one's life when they work with a therapist who is genuine and unbiased; someone who has a desire to see others moving forward and living their lives to the fullest. It would be a true honor to be that individual for you or your loved one.
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Karen Terese Kewak - Healing Hearts Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Monroe, NC 28112
Making the decision to seek therapeutic services can be challenging, but choosing the right therapist should not be. I am passionate about helping people and often let individuals choose their own path to recovery while offering gentle guidance and direction for personal growth in all areas of life.
Making the decision to seek therapeutic services can be challenging, but choosing the right therapist should not be. I am passionate about helping people and often let individuals choose their own path to recovery while offering gentle guidance and direction for personal growth in all areas of life.
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Hannah Huffman
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, EdS, LCMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Monroe, NC 28112
Not accepting new clients
My main goal is to build a relationship with my clients in order to help them make forward progress.
My main goal is to build a relationship with my clients in order to help them make forward progress.
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Todd Matson
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, NC 28112
At Sanctuary Counseling Group, we believe in creating therapeutic relationships with our clients that promote the healing of heart, mind, and soul. What is most important to me is that those who come to me for treatment can feel safe, build trust to be who they are, and can focus on making themselves, their relationships, their marriage and family life better. It is always important to me to simply meet and accept people where they are and to partner with them on a journey to where they hope to be. Those who come for treatment deserve to feel understood, respected, and cared for along the way.
At Sanctuary Counseling Group, we believe in creating therapeutic relationships with our clients that promote the healing of heart, mind, and soul. What is most important to me is that those who come to me for treatment can feel safe, build trust to be who they are, and can focus on making themselves, their relationships, their marriage and family life better. It is always important to me to simply meet and accept people where they are and to partner with them on a journey to where they hope to be. Those who come for treatment deserve to feel understood, respected, and cared for along the way.
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I believe that therapy can help a person navigate through life challenges. I believe in providing a trusting, nurturing, and nonjudgmental environment where people can find and be their best selves. Therapy is a relationship between the clinician and the client. I will treat the relationship with respect, sensitivity and empathy. It is an honor to have the opportunity to help my clients through their most challenging times and I hope to have the opportunity to help you.
I believe that therapy can help a person navigate through life challenges. I believe in providing a trusting, nurturing, and nonjudgmental environment where people can find and be their best selves. Therapy is a relationship between the clinician and the client. I will treat the relationship with respect, sensitivity and empathy. It is an honor to have the opportunity to help my clients through their most challenging times and I hope to have the opportunity to help you.
![Photo of Ana Randall, LCMHCA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d8dc3366-0a4a-478e-93c3-302b36f11f1d/1/320x400.jpeg)
I firmly believe in the value of the therapeutic relationship, in the value of promoting a facilitative therapeutic climate, and in upholding scientifically sound and ethical professional standards. My philosophy is that I will meet you where you are. After all, this is your journey. I hope that I can be alongside you, empowering you to experience yourself more fully, as a connected and autonomous being.
I firmly believe in the value of the therapeutic relationship, in the value of promoting a facilitative therapeutic climate, and in upholding scientifically sound and ethical professional standards. My philosophy is that I will meet you where you are. After all, this is your journey. I hope that I can be alongside you, empowering you to experience yourself more fully, as a connected and autonomous being.
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I am an experienced intuitive counselor seeking to help others facilitate their own healing and growth. I work well with individuals who are looking to find and make meaning in their lives and heal from past traumas that keep them stuck. I am compassionate, direct and non-judgmental and do my best to lead with authenticity. I am experienced working with trauma, eating disorders, and mood disorders for individuals ages 16+. I have a background working in various therapeutic treatment settings ranging from inpatient to outpatient.
I am an experienced intuitive counselor seeking to help others facilitate their own healing and growth. I work well with individuals who are looking to find and make meaning in their lives and heal from past traumas that keep them stuck. I am compassionate, direct and non-judgmental and do my best to lead with authenticity. I am experienced working with trauma, eating disorders, and mood disorders for individuals ages 16+. I have a background working in various therapeutic treatment settings ranging from inpatient to outpatient.
![Photo of Kim S Miller, LCSWA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d1cca176-be90-4b29-9bda-46c4497bd406/1/320x400.jpeg)
Everyone has an individual story with experiences that make them unique. There is not one answer that fits all. Many times in life we get stuck and are not sure where to turn. We misplace hope, and life gets out of focus. In these times we need support and encouragement to help us realign our lives and discover what we desperately need to find fulfillment and success. I believe that the counseling journey is one in where both the counselor and the client work together to discover a better sense of self in relationship with others, while growing a more intimate connection with God. Hope is found in true healing and wholeness.
Everyone has an individual story with experiences that make them unique. There is not one answer that fits all. Many times in life we get stuck and are not sure where to turn. We misplace hope, and life gets out of focus. In these times we need support and encouragement to help us realign our lives and discover what we desperately need to find fulfillment and success. I believe that the counseling journey is one in where both the counselor and the client work together to discover a better sense of self in relationship with others, while growing a more intimate connection with God. Hope is found in true healing and wholeness.
![Photo of Rossy Solorzano Gabriel, LCMHCA](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/be40e388-c36d-46d3-a9d7-5f7bc8af4095/2/320x400.jpeg)
Rossy Solorzano Gabriel
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Monroe, NC 28112
I believe that every individual is unique. We all come from different backgrounds, and we all do not necessarily have the same diagnoses or issues. Therefore, a counseling approach that is effective for one individual may not be effective for another. As a result, I tend to combine multiple theoretical perspectives such as Experiential, Acceptance and Commitment, Person-centered, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy. I enjoy working and helping others grow to their full potential. I want to be able to provide a safe space and trust to each individual that I work with in order to accomplish the goals that they set for themselves.
I believe that every individual is unique. We all come from different backgrounds, and we all do not necessarily have the same diagnoses or issues. Therefore, a counseling approach that is effective for one individual may not be effective for another. As a result, I tend to combine multiple theoretical perspectives such as Experiential, Acceptance and Commitment, Person-centered, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy. I enjoy working and helping others grow to their full potential. I want to be able to provide a safe space and trust to each individual that I work with in order to accomplish the goals that they set for themselves.
![Photo of Tori Vollmer, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6bfbda5a-99d3-4af8-b279-d0a1e1ed8224/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you struggling to find solutions to your most pressing concerns? Do you find it difficult to communicate with others? Are you feeling bullied, depressed, angry, frustrated, or misunderstood? Are you struggling with understanding your or a family member's sexual identity? Have you experienced physical or verbal abuse and find the trauma is overwhelming you? Have you experienced thoughts of suicide? If any of these questions resonate with you, then let's chat a bit. It is my goal to help you identify and achieve yours!
Are you struggling to find solutions to your most pressing concerns? Do you find it difficult to communicate with others? Are you feeling bullied, depressed, angry, frustrated, or misunderstood? Are you struggling with understanding your or a family member's sexual identity? Have you experienced physical or verbal abuse and find the trauma is overwhelming you? Have you experienced thoughts of suicide? If any of these questions resonate with you, then let's chat a bit. It is my goal to help you identify and achieve yours!
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Susan Hawkins
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, NC 28112
My specialty is trauma, especially childhood trauma, and clients that are ready to take the journey of healing are my ideal clients. If you have heard the story of the man that fell into a hole, then you will know what I mean when I say I want to be "Joe" that jumps into the hole with his friend and walks with him on the way out of the hole. Other clients I enjoy helping include children, families, and those needing help figuring out who they are at the core.
My specialty is trauma, especially childhood trauma, and clients that are ready to take the journey of healing are my ideal clients. If you have heard the story of the man that fell into a hole, then you will know what I mean when I say I want to be "Joe" that jumps into the hole with his friend and walks with him on the way out of the hole. Other clients I enjoy helping include children, families, and those needing help figuring out who they are at the core.
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Ebony Brooks; Enduring Counseling Services PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, QS, LCASA
Verified Verified
Monroe, NC 28112
Greetings, My Goal is to enhance client’s ability to cope with everyday life challenges. I will treat clients based on their needs and will provide them with the best approach that will benefit them. "Live a meaningful life along with therapy." I provide services for Children/Adolescents (ages 6+) and Adults with mental health and substance use concerns. I am competent in theoretical approaches such as EMDR, Parent-Child Interaction therapy, person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focus therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy skills.
Greetings, My Goal is to enhance client’s ability to cope with everyday life challenges. I will treat clients based on their needs and will provide them with the best approach that will benefit them. "Live a meaningful life along with therapy." I provide services for Children/Adolescents (ages 6+) and Adults with mental health and substance use concerns. I am competent in theoretical approaches such as EMDR, Parent-Child Interaction therapy, person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focus therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy skills.
![Photo of Kiersten Warfield, LCMHCA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6ad4238a-b43f-494c-bd29-1b996156a870/1/320x400.jpeg)
As your counselor, I want to help you explore and become comfortable with yourself. We will work through self-examination, reflection, and uncomfortable emotions so that you can move towards living your life with contentment and understanding. We will work on bringing you back to yourself so you can begin to enjoy the life you've worked so hard to build.
As your counselor, I want to help you explore and become comfortable with yourself. We will work through self-examination, reflection, and uncomfortable emotions so that you can move towards living your life with contentment and understanding. We will work on bringing you back to yourself so you can begin to enjoy the life you've worked so hard to build.
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I am committed to helping clients navigate life's challenges, manage stress, overcome trauma, and find healthier ways to cope with emotions. I specialize in the areas of anxiety, emotional regulation, depression, trauma, and adjusting to life transitions. I strive to honor everyone's journey by providing a nonjudgmental, supportive, and safe environment. My approach to treatment is empathetic and collaborative. Strengths-Based, Solutions-Focused, Play Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Techniques, modalities I utilize when working with clients.
I am committed to helping clients navigate life's challenges, manage stress, overcome trauma, and find healthier ways to cope with emotions. I specialize in the areas of anxiety, emotional regulation, depression, trauma, and adjusting to life transitions. I strive to honor everyone's journey by providing a nonjudgmental, supportive, and safe environment. My approach to treatment is empathetic and collaborative. Strengths-Based, Solutions-Focused, Play Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Techniques, modalities I utilize when working with clients.
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As a dedicated Multilingual (English, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi) Graduate Student Therapist Intern willing to empower diverse individuals, families, spouses, and groups to succeed in mental health, behavioral health, healing, and literacy. My goal as a counseling professional is to promote critical thinking, decision-making, and healthy behavioral choices to help clients succeed in their lives, relationships, academics, and professional careers.
As a dedicated Multilingual (English, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi) Graduate Student Therapist Intern willing to empower diverse individuals, families, spouses, and groups to succeed in mental health, behavioral health, healing, and literacy. My goal as a counseling professional is to promote critical thinking, decision-making, and healthy behavioral choices to help clients succeed in their lives, relationships, academics, and professional careers.
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Charleen 'charlie' Jarvis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Monroe, NC 28112
Not accepting new clients
We face challenges every day that impact our daily functioning. They can be relationship issues, parenting stress, life transitions, mood regulation and much more. Some we overcome with proud success building our confidence. Others seem impossible to resolve leaving us with a sense of loss or despair. I dedicate my passion as a licensed professional counselor to create a therapeutic relationship that will cultivate a learning environment to approach these challenges and reach goals of balance and clarity.
We face challenges every day that impact our daily functioning. They can be relationship issues, parenting stress, life transitions, mood regulation and much more. Some we overcome with proud success building our confidence. Others seem impossible to resolve leaving us with a sense of loss or despair. I dedicate my passion as a licensed professional counselor to create a therapeutic relationship that will cultivate a learning environment to approach these challenges and reach goals of balance and clarity.
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Hello, my name is Meikayla Williams I am a Graduate student-intern at Liberty University, obtaining a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am a goal-oriented professional with five years of Behavioral Health experience and 8+ years of Client advocacy skills. I am dedicated to advocacy and the development of individuals and families.
Hello, my name is Meikayla Williams I am a Graduate student-intern at Liberty University, obtaining a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am a goal-oriented professional with five years of Behavioral Health experience and 8+ years of Client advocacy skills. I am dedicated to advocacy and the development of individuals and families.
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Number of Therapists in 28112
30+
Average cost per session
$130
Therapists in 28112 who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
77% | Trauma and PTSD |
74% | Self Esteem |
69% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Family Conflict |
64% | Peer Relationships |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
85% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
61% | Aetna |
58% | Medicaid |
How Therapists in 28112 see their clients
85% | In Person and Online | |
15% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
84% | Female | |
16% | Male |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.