You have taken a big and brave first step into bettering yourself and addressing your mental well-being. I have worked with individuals from various different backgrounds and identities treating a wide array of mental conditions. In our collaborative work together, we will process and explore barriers that may be inhibiting you from your full human potential. Counseling can feel like a scary and overwhelming experience, but know that this is the first step to bettering yourself. Counseling can i...
You have the weight of the world on your shoulders, and have for a very long time. As a child, you had to grow up quickly and take on adult roles, because you had a parent who wasn’t always able to be fully present. Overwhelming emotional pain weighs on you. And you’ve found that the emotional pain shows up as physical pain too - a literal heartache, muscle aches, or back pain. You’ve also lost your appetite or find yourself eating more than usual. You went through something horrific. And you th...
I am an evidence-based therapist who incorporates mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral strategies to tailor therapy to your needs. I will help you understand how to be more present-focused, how to set yourself up for success, and how to challenge negative thoughts and beliefs that hold you back from living a genuine life. I am a goal-oriented therapist. In the initial stages of therapy, we will work together to identify and clarify goals. Then, I'll help you learn new skills or tools to make tho...
I use a client centered approach, which means you will be in the driver's seat regarding the areas of your life that you want to discuss, and I will be your co-pilot, helping to navigate the terrain and offering you tools and wisdom along the way. My counseling approach is collaborative, genuine, and relational. I approach counseling with an unconditional positive regard for my clients. My clients would describe my style as down to earth and relatable. I strive to create an atmosphere that is sa...
THE WAYS IN WHICH I PROVIDE THERAPY, COUNSELING, CAREER, AND LIFE COACHING I use an integrated holistic approach to work with individuals - adolescents & adults, couples, and families. I provide a neutral safe space to listen to your concerns and to hear about your goals. I offer reassurance, encouragement, connection, and acceptance to support the positive changes and progress you want to make in your life. SOLUTION FOCUS I assist in finding answers, support the healing process, a...
Struggling with navigating life, managing in a world that may feel overwhelming, and still managing to get up every day, looking to better yourself and your relationships? You may struggle with anxiety or depression, confusion or stress due to a whole host of reasons. Infidelity, infertility, body image, low self-worth, lack of confidence, existential crises, unhealthy coping mechanisms, narcissistic moms, everyday stressors and life transitions. Anything sound familiar? You may feel isolate...
Do you find yourself in a constant state of worry? Concerned about work, school, financial security, future plans? Therapy can help you take control of your mental health, learn new ways to manage stress, improve interpersonal relationships and gain self-confidence. Seeking support and asking for help is the first, and often the most difficult, step in the healing journey. I celebrate this step with you, and I am honored you are here. In my work with clients I strive to create a warm and...
My practice is dedicated to working with people who are seeking emotional emancipation. They desire to claim or reclaim their lives after traumatic experiences or relational struggles that have left them feeling down, anxious, lonely, confused or scared and often don't really know how to begin to be different in the midst of all of these feelings. Working with me means exploring together the experiences thar make you who you are by looking both at what your life is like today and how your pas...
If your life had a resumé, “chameleon” would be at the top. You’re so good at figuring out others’ needs, they’d never suspect that you have them too. If you were honest with yourself, though, you’d admit how stressful it is to live for other people. You’re terrified you’ll lose relationships if you speak up or say no. Your energy is drained or you feel resentful. You’re exhausted from wondering if others like you or approve of you. If you make choices that disappoint others, you feel guilty and...
When people come to treatment with problems, it is important to remember that they are trying to cope with them in the best way they can. With that in mind, I offer a reflective and engaging partnership with my clients, working toward the goal of helping them to be autonomous, authentic and compassionate in a world that can be extremely stressful. Although my work is solidly grounded in psychodynamic, cognitive/learning, and systems theories, my approach is client-centered, practical and s...
L Bryant Counseling and Consulting is an agency specializing in mental health counseling. Our services encompass a diverse array of therapeutic options that cater to individuals and families from various backgrounds. We do offer virtual sessions throughout the state of NC, SC, and Oregon....
My 16 years of experience as a therapist, teacher, school counselor, professor, and social worker has given me the training necessary to help you reach your goals. If you are seeking compassionate support on your healing journey, you've come to the right place. My role as a therapist is to help you recognize your ability to heal, and find new ways of understanding yourself and the world around you. My approach to therapy is client-centered, evidence-based, and trauma-informed. I predominantl...
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I now have some space for clients seeking assistance in getting themselves unstuck. Are you currently struggling and seeking to better understand yourself and/or work through experiences of feeling stuck? Do your thoughts, emotions, behaviors/ habits feel disappointing, overwhelming, or seem to drift from your goals? We can collaborate to understand what's most valuable to you, the ways in which you struggle, and learn what could be most effective for you in your journey forward. We may ...
Every human experiences challenges, pain, tragedy, and triumph. Such experiences are inherent in the human condition. My purpose is to assist you in strengthening your coping skills to meet life's challenges with a resolve that makes you stronger. Your resilience will help you cope with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, boundaries, stress management, among other impediments to your health. I currently offer you the convenience of Teletherapy--online video sessions. Contact me re: ca...
Prior to establishing a private practice, I worked within a university counseling center setting and I have several years of experience working with college students. I have supported students struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, depression, trauma, grief/loss, adjustment, disordered eating, racism/discrimination and more. It’s important to me that I understand my clients experiences and work collaboratively with them to support their goals. My approach is strength-based, trau...
If you are struggling with intense anxiety in your life due to the overwhelming amount of hardship that college, the workforce, and relationships bring- I am here to help you navigate those obstacles so they don't feel as heavy. I help you lift some of the burden so you can focus on being more productive in a more positive way. I want you to feel successful in your life. You have the ability to take control and be happy with your outcomes, I simply help you see it. College and grad school is not...
At the National Anxiety Institute, Ltd we specialize in treating Anxiety Disorders & OCD via telehealth with the gold standard in evidence based intervention. This means we use treatment strategies that have been shown to be effective through rigorous research. You will work with a doctor who is trained and experienced in providing Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We are committed to integrating the science of ev...
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