41 licensed providers matched your needs
Cara Helsel, LCSW
Cara Helsel, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, (LCSW), received her undergraduate degree in Human Relations from High Point University, North Carolina and then pursued her Masters of Social Work Degree from Barry University. Ms. Helsel has spent the last 21 years providing individual counseling. She has helped children, teens, and adults, work through stressful life transitions to achieve a happier emotional state. Ms. Helsel believes that the connection between therapist and client is the most important aspect of the clinical relationship. She enjoys tennis, being outdoors, and spending time with her children.
Anxiety, Coping skills, Divorce, Parenting, Women's issues, Relationships, Depression
Behavioral issues
Faith Morgan, LPCC
I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can safely work through life’s challenges. My goal is to help you shift unhelpful thought patterns, build healthier coping skills, and create a clearer, more empowered path forward. I believe therapy should be personalized, not one-size-fits-all. I meet you where you are and tailor treatment to your unique needs, strengths, and goals. My focus is on helping you feel more grounded, resilient, and in control of your life while supporting meaningful, long-term growth and healing.
Anxiety, Depression, Self esteem, Academic underachievement, Antisocial personality, Behavioral issues, Stress, Anger management, Sleep or insomnia
Behavioral issues
Tasha Peterson, LCSW
I am passionate about working with marginalized groups. I have experienced challenges myself as a woman and a minority. I like to be of support to others who have experienced adversity. I have treated individuals with stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, identity issues, life transitions, grief and trauma. Cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and acceptance and commitment therapy are some of the modalities I utilize. Thus, I work from a person-centered approach. I am willing to move at a pace that is best suited for you in the therapeutic process.
Anxiety, Depression, Coping skills, Stress, Relationships, Anger management, Behavioral issues, Autism spectrum disorders, Codependency, Divorce, Family conflict, Grief, Infertility, Infidelity, Learning disabilities, Developmental disorders, Life coaching, Life transitions, Parenting, Peer relationship, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Self esteem, Women's issues, Trauma and PTSD, Academic underachievement
Behavioral issues
Michelle Magers, LCSW
I am so glad you are here! Do you need a safe place to land, a listening ear, or a guide to find your way again? You are in the right place. I graduated with my master's degree in Social Work from Eastern Washington University in 2008 and earned my Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker license in 2013. My approach to therapy is individualized, personal, and relational. I am married with two adult children. “You are not your illness. You have an individual story to tell. You have a name, a history, and a personality. Staying yourself is part of the battle.” — Julian Seifter
Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, Stress, Grief, Relationships, Coping skills, Chronic illness, Trauma and PTSD, Sleep or insomnia, Spirituality, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Autism spectrum disorders, Childhood abuse/neglect, Self esteem, Sexual abuse
Behavioral issues
Shelley Jordan, LPCC
Having a passionate love to always help people live life well, I believe in providing therapy in a safe and non-judgmental space, from an eclectic evidenced based approach that promotes hope, stability, and wellness, including faith-based perspective. I believe that your heart deserves a safe space to be processed and in the atmosphere of therapy it is experienced. I believe my purpose is to assist individuals to live life healthy and with hope. I have extensive experience in human behavior, couples counseling, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders.
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Addiction, Alcohol use, Antisocial personality, Anger management, Behavioral issues, Bipolar disorder, Borderline personality, Chronic Relapse, Codependency, Coping skills, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Dual diagnosis, Divorce, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Grief, Life transitions, Marital and premarital, Marital discord, Medication management, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Relationships, Self esteem, Sexual abuse, Sleep or insomnia, Spirituality, Stress, Substance use disorder, Self harming, Suicidal ideation, Women's issues, Weight loss
Behavioral issues
Vanessa Bouchet, LPCC
I have been working in the field of counseling for approximately 11 years. I work primarily with clients who have exposure to trauma, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. I am a client-centered, recovery based, solution focused therapist. I have experience with a variety of clients and have worked in an outpatient setting, residential and group home setting, foster care setting, and an alternative school for juvenile offenders. I am also Licensed in trauma specialties.
Anger management, Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD
Behavioral issues
Dr. Kristy Becraft, LPCC
I am a PhD level, licensed therapist with specialization in treating stress, anxiety, depression, panic disorder, relationship dynamics (including parenting and family challenges), trauma, grief, self-esteem and identity, career difficulties, and existential concerns. I offer support, objectivity, and concrete tools to help you meet your goals. I am a competent, open-minded, and genuine practitioner and will treat you with respect and non-judgment. My goal is to help you become your most authentic, happy, and fulfilled self. It would be my privilege to do this work alongside you.
Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Career counseling, Parenting, Women's issues, Grief, Trauma and PTSD, Child or adolescent, Codependency, Divorce, Coping skills, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Life coaching, Life transitions, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, School issues, Self esteem, Weight loss
Behavioral issues
Katherine Box, LCSW
Therapy is a journey toward healing at a time in your life when you may be seeking change, consultation or guidance to manage this change. The desire for this change may come from experiences created by choices from yourself, others or circumstances beyond your control. My approach views therapy not just as treatment, but as an essential journey across all aspects of life. In this process, I see my role as providing focused teaching, guidance, and expert consultation to help you gain insight, reprocess experiences, and build skills for lasting resilience and growth. I look forward to meeting you!
Anxiety, Depression, Coping skills, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Childhood abuse/neglect, Bipolar disorder, Emotional disturbance, Life transitions, Peer relationship, Self esteem, Parenting, Relationships, Anger management, Life coaching
Behavioral issues
Vernita Ross, LCSW
I am licensed with 9 years of professional work experience. I have provided therapeutic services in the foster care system, department of corrections, and hospital settings. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, family conflicts, trauma, & abuse. I am a certified trauma specialist. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage
Anxiety, Depression, Family conflict, Trauma and PTSD, Relationships, Anger management, Behavioral issues, Childhood abuse/neglect, Coping skills, Divorce, Emotional disturbance, Stress, Sexual abuse, Adoption, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Infertility, Grief, Infidelity
Behavioral issues
Crystal Brooks, LCSW
I am a relational, integrative psychotherapist supporting women, mothers, and individuals navigating change. I believe we each carry innate wisdom for healing and my role is to help you reconnect to it. My approach blends talk therapy with mindfulness and somatic practices to support the mind–body connection. I work with pregnancy and postpartum transitions, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and life stress. Therapy with me is collaborative, grounded, and compassionate. I do not treat active substance use or active eating disorders.
Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Spirituality, Life transitions, Coping skills, Grief, Stress, Trauma and PTSD
Behavioral issues
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