Wilmington, North Carolina Therapists

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Hendersonville, North Carolina

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North Carolina, Louisiana

They say change is one constant… And as the leaves are constantly changing on the acreage where Treehouse Therapy is nestled, we are reminded that we all posses the ability to move gracefully with the seasons on our life.
Lauren Vilar
LCSW, MSW
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Wilmington, North Carolina

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North Carolina

You usually appear to have it all together on the outside, while inside it never stops. A recent change has left you feeling confused and lost. You feel overwhelmed, confused, & anxious. Your friends seem to have figured it out but no matter how...
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North Carolina, New Hampshire

With over 37 years experience as a psychotherapist and an art therapist, I've helped women and healers transmute anxiety into peace and productivity. My bottom line is to "do what works." Internal Family Systems Therapy plus Intuitive Counseling...
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Statesville, North Carolina

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North Carolina

Sandra Mayta is currently providing therapy services at Center for Emotional Health of Statesville, NC. CEH provides outpatient psychiatry services that include: Medication Management, Outpatient Counseling/Therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation...
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North Carolina

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) providing counseling in Sanford North Carolina. I received my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree in 2001 at the University of Maryland in Baltimore. I have completed the required two years of postmasters...
Myla Erwin
MA, Certified Advanced Christian Life Coach
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High Point, North Carolina

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North Carolina

Immediate openings available! *Online sessions offered.* You might be a woman in transition, dealing with relationship stress or setting healthy boundaries. You feel weary after years of sacrificing and putting everyone else first and beginning to...
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Davidson, North Carolina

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North Carolina

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Charlotte, North Carolina

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North Carolina

*Accepting New Clients*** Life can become overwhelming and take unexpected turns. I help people through difficult or challenging life transitions, specializing in women who are experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders as well as individuals...
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North Carolina

Dr. Ulrich grew up in Maryland surrounded by a large multi generational family. She had an interest in working with children since a young age and she worked at child care facilities and domestic violence shelter children's programs prior to...
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North Carolina

Relationships, trauma, health issues, life transitions, grief, family dynamics, and childhood wounds can keep us feeling stuck. Nothing is more important to the therapeutic experience than the relationship between client and therapist. My goal is to...
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Burnsville, North Carolina

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North Carolina

Angela is a licensed therapist who creates a warm, gentle, and genuine therapeutic presence where clients can navigate life’s challenges and changes across the lifespan. She specializes in supporting adolescents, teens, and adults who struggle...
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Cary, North Carolina

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North Carolina

Has life challenges, left you feeling overwhelm, unable to cope? MBS Restorative Centre employs a holistic approach of psycho-therapy counseling by incorporating the mind, body and spirit. Strength is the ability to recognize when to ask for help as...
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Gastonia, North Carolina

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North Carolina

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. I received my Master's Degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University in 2012, and my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Coastal Carolina University in 2006. I...
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Mint Hill, North Carolina

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North Carolina

I unreservedly believe in the resiliency of the human spirit, and I have personally seen clients move from merely surviving to thriving. I am committed to offering a safe place in a non-judgmental setting where you can discover your own strengths...
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Charlotte, North Carolina

Kelsey Sullivan is currently providing therapy services at Center for Emotional Health of South Park. CEH provides outpatient psychiatry services that include: Medication Management, Outpatient Counseling/Therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation...
Anne Moss
Ed.D., MA
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Georgia, North Carolina

Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor who would like to help you achieve meaningful change, find balance, and feel better. I work with adults and adolescents who may be facing challenging situations regarding relationships, social issues,...
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Arizona, North Carolina

Hi, I’m Kelly. I own a telehealth only private practice where I work with clients from North Carolina and Arizona. I enjoy working with couples who are experiencing relationship conflict and would like to improve communication skills and increase...
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Winston Salem, North Carolina

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North Carolina

Leslie Travia is currently providing therapy services at Center for Emotional Health of Winston Salem. CEH provides outpatient psychiatry services that include: Medication Management, Outpatient Counseling/Therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation...
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Greensboro, North Carolina

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North Carolina

I do my best work helping people through life transitions. Navigating through changes while maintaining our values is our biggest challenge. I can help by being a catalyst and supporter.
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North Carolina

I believe it is my job to come alongside you in your journey, to be supportive of the goals you have but also to respectfully challenge you at times. When you need to be challenged, you will be encouraged to take steps that you may have never...
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North Carolina

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and have practiced in North Carolina since 2005. I have worked with adolescents, adults, families, and couples in various settings including a children's hospital, community mental health agencies,...
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North Carolina

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in North Carolina and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist- Associate. I graduated from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and received a Master's degree in Marriage...
Natalie Huston
LPC, NCC
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Charlotte, North Carolina

Are you looking to be restored from trauma or difficult life experiences? Are you looking for more whole or meaningful relationship with self, God/Higher Power, or others? Have you been hurt, broken, or feel weary from emotional pain and you long...
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Charlotte, North Carolina

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North Carolina

Gregory Logan is currently providing therapy service at Center for Emotional Health of University. CEH provides outpatient psychiatry services that include: Medication Management, Outpatient Counseling/Therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation...

An Overview of Mental Health Resources in Wilmington, North Carolina

For many, the eye-catching city of Wilmington, North Carolina is the perfect place to experience southern living. Amenities available in the area are plentiful and easy to access. If you are the type to prefer walking or taking a bicycle over driving, you should be happy to know that most neighborhoods around Wilmington are perfectly walkable in addition to a reliable number of convenient bike lanes ready for use. Downtown Wilmington is a fantastic place to catch a movie, go out for a bite to eat, and more. The lively nightlife of the area is always booming making it hard to ever become bored. 2017 statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau estimate approximately 119,000 people live in the city of Wilmington.

That’s a large population. However, what’s even more notable is how many people are moving to Wilmington in droves. The population of the city increases by almost 12 percent every decade or so – significantly greater than many neighboring cities.

It is not hard to see why people want to move to Wilmington, North Carolina. That being said, the city is not free of all misfortune. The state of Wilmington’s economy is relatively deficient. For example, the average income per capita is far lower than the rest of the nation, as per the U.S. Census Bureau. The economic troubles of Wilmington are ancillary to a separate, equally complex problem. Experts are saying the city of Wilmington in addition to much of the United States is going through a “mental health crisis.” Let’s go over what mental health looks like in the city, how the situation got to be so damaging, and what you can do to get in contact with a licensed therapist who can help if you are in need.

Unfortunately, the concern of mental health is one that many places across America are facing. A particularly alarming report published by the National Alliance on Mental Illness suggests almost 20 percent of American adults experience a mental illness in a given year. Narrowing the scope of the statistics fails to yield better results. As per a 2017 study commissioned by Mental Health America, the state of North Carolina ranks in the top 55 percent of states regarding the prevalence of mental illness as well as the lack of access to mental health care. In this context and for future reference, the term mental illness refers to any psychiatric disorder ranging in severity. For example, schizophrenia or clinical depression. So, what is causing mental illness to run rampant across Wilmington, specifically?

First of all, Wilmington is dealing with a paramount crime problem. According to the most recent statistics sourced from the FBI, the overall crime rate in the city is almost 70 percent higher than the national average. Criminals are committing infractions that involve violence at far greater rates than in typical American cities. It is no secret that crime and mental health have a significant relationship. Research tells us areas that have lower rates of crime enjoy lower rates of mental health conditions. Regrettably, the city of Wilmington is no exception in that regard. Thankfully, politicians are bringing forward plans to help alleviate the crime problem. But results are not going to come to fruition overnight.

As mentioned before, the city of Wilmington’s economy is not the strongest. Many residents are living paycheck to paycheck, or even struggling to find any employment, despite their willingness to participate in the labor market. The unemployment rate in Wilmington is 12 percent greater than the national average. Of course, unemployment creates poverty. According to Area Vibes, the poverty level in the city of Wilmington is 51 percent higher than the national average. There is a strong link between income and mental health. American adults living in abject poverty are two times as likely to suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder relative to middle-class individuals, as per a recent study from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

The Trouble of Finding a Suitable Therapist in Wilmington, North Carolina

Some people are not aware of how troublesome many Americans are finding the process of reaching out to a therapist can be. A worrying 2018 report from the National Institute of Mental Health estimates that 57 percent of Americans who suffer from a mental disorder receive no treatment during any given year, regardless of the necessity of doing so. Experts are partly blaming the nationwide shortage of mental health professionals providing treatment to patients.

In the case of Wilmington, people are pointing fingers at ineffective/harmful legislation, poverty, and stigma. A person living in Wilmington is twice as likely to lack any form of health insurance relative to the rest of the nation, as per the U.S. Census Bureau. Many people who are dealing with an absence of insurance are also low-income earners. For them, a lot of the time the out-of-pocket expense of counseling is not economically feasible.

Mental Health Resources in Wilmington, North Carolina

Fortunately, thanks to attention from state and federal entities, the government is directing more funds toward combatting mental illness. More organizations that focus on providing mental health care can exist. In Wilmington, there are a good number of places with their doors open servicing the community. RHA Behavioral Health is a renowned mental health clinic in the area that is focused on improving the city’s mental health. PORT Health is another institution offering similar services.