Therapists in Lewisville, NC
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We all want more Peace and less Pain in our live. The symptoms of trauma can prevent you from having the life you want, destroy your ability to have intimate and lasting relationships, and ultimately, steal your Peace. Peace or Pain Therapy will not only help you address trauma, but together we will create a concrete plan, for a Meaningful Values-Base Life.
We all want more Peace and less Pain in our live. The symptoms of trauma can prevent you from having the life you want, destroy your ability to have intimate and lasting relationships, and ultimately, steal your Peace. Peace or Pain Therapy will not only help you address trauma, but together we will create a concrete plan, for a Meaningful Values-Base Life.
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Jake Ottman
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lewisville, NC 27023
Relationships can be a driver for personal growth or a stumbling block that keeps us from reaching our potential. I help stuck couples and individuals identify and change dysfunctional patterns of relating and learn new habits that promote deeper intimacy and growth. I specialize in helping my clients work through affairs, parenthood and empty nest transitions, emotional intimacy issues, and unhealthy communication habits.
Relationships can be a driver for personal growth or a stumbling block that keeps us from reaching our potential. I help stuck couples and individuals identify and change dysfunctional patterns of relating and learn new habits that promote deeper intimacy and growth. I specialize in helping my clients work through affairs, parenthood and empty nest transitions, emotional intimacy issues, and unhealthy communication habits.
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Gabriella is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate. She works with individual adolescents, adults, couples and groups. She specializes in marriage counseling, individual counseling for addiction and treating anxiety. She also has a special interest in counseling parents through all of the changes and transitions that parenthood entails.
Gabriella is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate. She works with individual adolescents, adults, couples and groups. She specializes in marriage counseling, individual counseling for addiction and treating anxiety. She also has a special interest in counseling parents through all of the changes and transitions that parenthood entails.
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Asia Pepper
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Lewisville, NC 27023
Are you ready to make a change in your life? You might be grappling with issues like anxiety, depression, or a challenging life transition. Maybe you feel stuck or are struggling to find meaning and purpose. Your needs are multi-faceted. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings and thoughts openly. I'm here to support you every step of the way, to walk with you as you explore and heal. I believe in your capacity for change and growth and am committed to helping you achieve your goals. Together, we'll work towards a future that feels hopeful and fulfilling.
Are you ready to make a change in your life? You might be grappling with issues like anxiety, depression, or a challenging life transition. Maybe you feel stuck or are struggling to find meaning and purpose. Your needs are multi-faceted. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings and thoughts openly. I'm here to support you every step of the way, to walk with you as you explore and heal. I believe in your capacity for change and growth and am committed to helping you achieve your goals. Together, we'll work towards a future that feels hopeful and fulfilling.
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Lewisville Family Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS/EdS, LCMHCS, CCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lewisville, NC 27023
Accepting New Clients! You have one life to live and deserve to invest in you. We are here to help you on your journey to becoming your best version of yourself. Whether for your own sake, or to better yourself for the many roles in your life - partner, parent, son, daughter, co-worker, friend, global community member. When you make a positive change in yourself, the waves of those changes can be felt all around you.
Accepting New Clients! You have one life to live and deserve to invest in you. We are here to help you on your journey to becoming your best version of yourself. Whether for your own sake, or to better yourself for the many roles in your life - partner, parent, son, daughter, co-worker, friend, global community member. When you make a positive change in yourself, the waves of those changes can be felt all around you.
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Sometimes we ask ourselves, 'Why do I feel this way? Am I the only one going through this?' The answer is that you are human and you are not alone! We all go through life transitions, anxiety or relationship conflicts that can be overwhelming and can leave us struggling to find meaning and purpose in life. Reaching out for support is a courageous first step and I am grateful to walk along side of those willing to begin their own unique healing journey. I hope to work together to explore and promote personal growth and healing that will continue to serve you well after the therapeutic process has ended.
Sometimes we ask ourselves, 'Why do I feel this way? Am I the only one going through this?' The answer is that you are human and you are not alone! We all go through life transitions, anxiety or relationship conflicts that can be overwhelming and can leave us struggling to find meaning and purpose in life. Reaching out for support is a courageous first step and I am grateful to walk along side of those willing to begin their own unique healing journey. I hope to work together to explore and promote personal growth and healing that will continue to serve you well after the therapeutic process has ended.
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Abbey Lefko
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, NCC, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Lewisville, NC 27023
I firmly believe that healing comes from a place of deep understanding and insight. I approach counseling from a strengths-based and person-centered framework, meaning I believe that clients already possess the resources necessary to heal and grow, they have just yet to identify them. I strive to be a sounding board for my clients to assist them in building upon their strengths, gain confidence, and improve their overall well-being. I see and value the uniqueness of each person and therefore draw from several different therapeutic modalities to tailor my therapeutic approach to the individual needs of my client.
I firmly believe that healing comes from a place of deep understanding and insight. I approach counseling from a strengths-based and person-centered framework, meaning I believe that clients already possess the resources necessary to heal and grow, they have just yet to identify them. I strive to be a sounding board for my clients to assist them in building upon their strengths, gain confidence, and improve their overall well-being. I see and value the uniqueness of each person and therefore draw from several different therapeutic modalities to tailor my therapeutic approach to the individual needs of my client.
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Anne-Hampton Harden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Lewisville, NC 27023
Not accepting new clients
I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and your family! I believe all individuals are composed of unique emotions and reactions to these feelings. In counseling, I aim to provide a space for clients to work through each of these emotional experiences, understand them better, and learn new skills for managing them when needed. Therapy is a way to care for ourselves so that we may better face the various challenges of life, both expected and unexpected, with a stronger sense of self. My goal as a counselor is to walk alongside my clients with compassion and sincerity.
I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and your family! I believe all individuals are composed of unique emotions and reactions to these feelings. In counseling, I aim to provide a space for clients to work through each of these emotional experiences, understand them better, and learn new skills for managing them when needed. Therapy is a way to care for ourselves so that we may better face the various challenges of life, both expected and unexpected, with a stronger sense of self. My goal as a counselor is to walk alongside my clients with compassion and sincerity.
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Robyn Noftle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lewisville, NC 27023
As a therapist at Lewisville Family Counseling, I am passionate about working with clients to reach their self-identified goals. I work with a variety of mental and emotional issues, including anxiety, depression, maternal mental health, life transitions, school/work problems, relationship issues, and stress.
As a therapist at Lewisville Family Counseling, I am passionate about working with clients to reach their self-identified goals. I work with a variety of mental and emotional issues, including anxiety, depression, maternal mental health, life transitions, school/work problems, relationship issues, and stress.
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Caren M Jackson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS/EdS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Lewisville, NC 27023
Offering more in-person availability in Winston-Salem, in November 2023, for clients who prefer to meet in an office setting! Telehealth appointments also immediately available. I know that having a good fit between a client and their counselor is the most important aspect in treating and improving mental wellbeing. I look forward to hearing from you. I come from a community mental health setting and have worked with a wide range of clinical conditions. My approach to counseling includes a family systems and community framework, with a focus on understanding and improving one's relationship to self and others.
Offering more in-person availability in Winston-Salem, in November 2023, for clients who prefer to meet in an office setting! Telehealth appointments also immediately available. I know that having a good fit between a client and their counselor is the most important aspect in treating and improving mental wellbeing. I look forward to hearing from you. I come from a community mental health setting and have worked with a wide range of clinical conditions. My approach to counseling includes a family systems and community framework, with a focus on understanding and improving one's relationship to self and others.
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Jennifer Locklear
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEdS, NCC, LPCS, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lewisville, NC 27023
Are you, or is someone you love, struggling with anxiety or depression? Maybe you haven't been feeling like yourself lately and don't understand why. Perhaps you have been feeling overwhelmed or hopeless and are ready to make a change. I can support you in that change. The model of therapy that I practice primarily is Cognitive Behavior Therapy, or CBT. Although I am not strictly a Christian Counselor, I am a Counselor who is a Christian. The choice of whether or not to incorporate spiritual issues in counseling is yours.
Are you, or is someone you love, struggling with anxiety or depression? Maybe you haven't been feeling like yourself lately and don't understand why. Perhaps you have been feeling overwhelmed or hopeless and are ready to make a change. I can support you in that change. The model of therapy that I practice primarily is Cognitive Behavior Therapy, or CBT. Although I am not strictly a Christian Counselor, I am a Counselor who is a Christian. The choice of whether or not to incorporate spiritual issues in counseling is yours.
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I appreciate the variety and have the skills to help a wide range of patients, but I'm especially useful with patients who've had problems connecting with other therapists. I'm very familiar with physical and sexual abuse, but also with alienation and with spiritual and emotional trauma. Adoption and attachment issues are also a special interest. I'm trained and certified (Level II) in EMDR and DNMS, trauma-based treatments for people whose developmental needs were not met as children. I have extensive experience working with PTSD and dissociative patients, but also with "plain vanilla" folks -- of varying ethnicities -- challenged by difficult circumstances.
I appreciate the variety and have the skills to help a wide range of patients, but I'm especially useful with patients who've had problems connecting with other therapists. I'm very familiar with physical and sexual abuse, but also with alienation and with spiritual and emotional trauma. Adoption and attachment issues are also a special interest. I'm trained and certified (Level II) in EMDR and DNMS, trauma-based treatments for people whose developmental needs were not met as children. I have extensive experience working with PTSD and dissociative patients, but also with "plain vanilla" folks -- of varying ethnicities -- challenged by difficult circumstances.
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Frances F Gordon
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCAS, NCC, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisville, NC 27023
Not accepting new clients
I see adults for individual and couples therapy. I believe it is important for you to decide what your needs and goals are as you are the expert on who you are. My job is to provide a safe, nurturing, and confidential environment for you to explore your issues. My training is in depressive/anxiety disorders, grief and loss, parenting issues, victimization issues (domestic violence, rape, issues related to childhood/adult trauma), life transitions, communication skills, substance misuse, co-dependency, adult children of alcoholics issues, sexual abuse, and relationships issues. I am also a registered yoga teacher, RYT-500.
I see adults for individual and couples therapy. I believe it is important for you to decide what your needs and goals are as you are the expert on who you are. My job is to provide a safe, nurturing, and confidential environment for you to explore your issues. My training is in depressive/anxiety disorders, grief and loss, parenting issues, victimization issues (domestic violence, rape, issues related to childhood/adult trauma), life transitions, communication skills, substance misuse, co-dependency, adult children of alcoholics issues, sexual abuse, and relationships issues. I am also a registered yoga teacher, RYT-500.
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Jeanette V Weyandt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAEd, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Lewisville, NC 27023
Not accepting new clients
In my view, the relationship of feelings and thoughts to behavior is important in understanding all aspects of our lives, including spiritual awareness. I use a variety of strategies that can help people make sense of their world, strategies that are mostly cognitive and insight-oriented in nature. These strategies are based on the notion that the way people see themselves and the world, influences how they feel and behave. For instance, it may be helpful to examine your family relationships to look at patterns of coping skills. We will talk about these strategies during our sessions and decide what will best fit your situation.
In my view, the relationship of feelings and thoughts to behavior is important in understanding all aspects of our lives, including spiritual awareness. I use a variety of strategies that can help people make sense of their world, strategies that are mostly cognitive and insight-oriented in nature. These strategies are based on the notion that the way people see themselves and the world, influences how they feel and behave. For instance, it may be helpful to examine your family relationships to look at patterns of coping skills. We will talk about these strategies during our sessions and decide what will best fit your situation.
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Dr. Cheyenne Carter
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lewisville, NC 27023
Not accepting new clients...I am passionate about healthy relationships and sexual intimacy. Over the past 20 years, I have worked with individuals and couples improving their connections with themselves and others. Clients often come to me desiring relief from relational disconnection, sexuality concerns, anxiety, infidelity, impact of childhood trauma, and career indecision. It is my goal that you leave our first session feeling truly seen and heard and feeling a renewed sense of hope that healing is possible. Together we will create a plan to help you achieve the level of wellness you desire.
Not accepting new clients...I am passionate about healthy relationships and sexual intimacy. Over the past 20 years, I have worked with individuals and couples improving their connections with themselves and others. Clients often come to me desiring relief from relational disconnection, sexuality concerns, anxiety, infidelity, impact of childhood trauma, and career indecision. It is my goal that you leave our first session feeling truly seen and heard and feeling a renewed sense of hope that healing is possible. Together we will create a plan to help you achieve the level of wellness you desire.
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Michael Nuckolls
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisville, NC 27023
Life comes at us from every angle. Obligations, expectations, and responsibilities from work, family, home, school, and friends can weigh heavy on our shoulders. Everyone wants a piece of us and we aim to tackle it all. We need to be prepared and equipped to handle the challenges. The strategies I employ at Newcastle Counseling are designed to set you up to formulate a plan, overcome obstacles, and solve problems.
Life comes at us from every angle. Obligations, expectations, and responsibilities from work, family, home, school, and friends can weigh heavy on our shoulders. Everyone wants a piece of us and we aim to tackle it all. We need to be prepared and equipped to handle the challenges. The strategies I employ at Newcastle Counseling are designed to set you up to formulate a plan, overcome obstacles, and solve problems.
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Debbie Furr-Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lewisville, NC 27023 (Online Only)
We all have times when we struggle with feelings of being sad, anxious or depressed, grieving over the loss of a loved one, going through a transition in life, having low self-esteem, experiencing relationship problems, or just feeling low or "off." These and other forms of conflict can be overwhelming.
We all have times when we struggle with feelings of being sad, anxious or depressed, grieving over the loss of a loved one, going through a transition in life, having low self-esteem, experiencing relationship problems, or just feeling low or "off." These and other forms of conflict can be overwhelming.
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I am so glad that you stopped by and took the time to read about me and explore the possibility of working together.Getting started is always the hardest part of any road to change. Deciding who you are going to trust with your information is also an important part of your new beginnings. I want to be supportive of your goals and work together in discovering how you can reach and surpass them. In my time away from being a therapist, the most important thing to me is my family - my wife and three young children - and spending as much of my time with them that I can. I enjoy hiking, fishing, cooking and reading when I have the time.
I am so glad that you stopped by and took the time to read about me and explore the possibility of working together.Getting started is always the hardest part of any road to change. Deciding who you are going to trust with your information is also an important part of your new beginnings. I want to be supportive of your goals and work together in discovering how you can reach and surpass them. In my time away from being a therapist, the most important thing to me is my family - my wife and three young children - and spending as much of my time with them that I can. I enjoy hiking, fishing, cooking and reading when I have the time.
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New Life Counseling Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisville, NC 27023
Accepting new clients! New Life Counseling Center is founded on the shared principles that every client deserves a therapist who cares about them and their experience: Someone who has the skills and insight to make a real difference. We believe that people aren’t looking for a paid friend, but a knowledgeable professional to connect with you and help you heal. Being able to sit with a caring person who has the skills, experience and objectivity to help guide you through the confusion and pain that can sometimes seem so overwhelming, can be life changing The warmth of caring, unconditional acceptance has healing power in your life!
Accepting new clients! New Life Counseling Center is founded on the shared principles that every client deserves a therapist who cares about them and their experience: Someone who has the skills and insight to make a real difference. We believe that people aren’t looking for a paid friend, but a knowledgeable professional to connect with you and help you heal. Being able to sit with a caring person who has the skills, experience and objectivity to help guide you through the confusion and pain that can sometimes seem so overwhelming, can be life changing The warmth of caring, unconditional acceptance has healing power in your life!
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Lewisville, NC
30+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Lewisville, NC who prioritize treating:
85% | Depression |
82% | Self Esteem |
79% | Anxiety |
76% | Coping Skills |
70% | Relationship Issues |
70% | Stress |
61% | Grief |
Average years in practice
17 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
96% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
61% | Aetna |
43% | MedCost |
How Therapists in Lewisville, NC see their clients
82% | In Person and Online | |
18% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
20% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Lewisville?
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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.