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Empowerment is the goal we will seek together to overcome and manage mental health issues. It can be challenging but support and a...
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Empowerment is the goal we will seek together to overcome and manage mental health issues. It can be challenging but support and a compassionate hear is what I offer so please invest in yourself as you engage in this therapeutic journey.
I am a dually licensed clinician who has over 16 years experience in clinical social work. My background includes over 20 years in the child welfare system dealing with abuse, neglect, trauma and individual/family issues.
I have assisted my clients with gaining and finding self validation, self-worth and opportunities to engage in self reflection at their own pace. I meet clients where they are at and highlight growth. Recognizing that each person has their own experiences and perceptions and deserve respect and dignity.
We all face challenges that can leave us feeling isolated and in despair, but it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. As a professional clinician, I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and positive environment that places you at the center of your care. I welcome you and look forward to forming a consistent, open partnership with you.
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It is my honor to join with you in your counseling journey and help hold hope as you work to go and grow through life....
It is my honor to join with you in your counseling journey and help hold hope as you work to go and grow through life.
The counseling journey can be hard work. It takes courage to reach out for help — thank you for taking that important first step! I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor who has helped hold hope for clients in counseling for over 20 years. I have a master's and doctorate in counseling, which adds to the skills and support I offer. Are there issues with stress, anxiety, grief, loss, sadness, or a life transition? Are you a new or new-again parent navigating the "challenging 3's" with your child? These are just some of the reasons clients, from children to adults, come to counseling with me in English and Spanish.
So how can I help? As a clinical mental health counselor, I will offer you a safe space and listen without judgment. I believe that you and your story matter. I counsel from a holistic, mind-body-heart perspective that is realistic and grounded. I will help you explore strategies and coping skills that are useful and practical for you in your life.
My clients come to counseling to heal, grow, gain new ideas, skills, and understanding, and know they are not alone. With each client I have the honor of holding hope for in the counseling space, I am reminded of how resilient and amazing the human spirit is. I would be honored to join you in counseling and help hold hope.
I believe everyone deserves a safe space to talk through their thoughts and feelings without being labeled....
I believe everyone deserves a safe space to talk through their thoughts and feelings without being labeled.
Anita Wiley-Holman is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 8 years of experience. She specializes in providing counseling to adults, families, and couples with a variety of issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and substance use. Anita has expertise working with neurodivergent populations and in settings including intensive community services, inpatient hospitalization, and mental health/substance abuse crisis stabilization.
Anita received her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lenoir Rhyne University. She utilizes a variety of clinical approaches but primarily focuses on dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solutions-focused therapy.
Anita provides a safe environment for clients to express themselves and achieve their goals. Anita will additionally teach you different skills to work towards cultivating awareness of the present moment, regulating your emotions, developing healthy relationships and building resilience to handle difficult situations. Reach out to her today!
Simply seeking help is a huge step; let’s work on your concerns together....
Simply seeking help is a huge step; let’s work on your concerns together.
Kristyn Martinez is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 7 years of professional experience. She specializes in working with all adults looking to focus on identifying, healing, and learning to cope with anxiety, depression, OCD, stressors in life, work-life balancing, body image, or single motherhood. Kristyn also specializes in helping clients learn to be successful with bipolar, psychosis, dissociative, and mood disorders.
Kristyn completed her Master in Clinical Counseling at the University of Webster Myrtle Beach. She is a military spouse with first-hand knowledge of life's many stressors. Kristin uses various methods to help each client, including acceptance commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), compassion-focused, motivation interviewing, and trauma-informed care.
Our minds are similar to plants, and our bodies are gardeners. Even gardeners need tools to grow their plants, let's come together, and we can find the tools that best work for your garden. Reach out and schedule an appointment with Kristin today!
As a therapist, I understand the importance of genuinely listening to the needs of others, and I have the knowledge to support you...
As a therapist, I understand the importance of genuinely listening to the needs of others, and I have the knowledge to support your personal growth.
My name is Sarah Pearce, and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2018, receiving my Masters in Social Work from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. In 2008, prior to therapy, I worked in education as a teacher, social worker, and mental health support provider. In early 2023, I began my journey at Thriveworks. I am welcoming, warm, and able to assist people of all ages through difficult life transitions, relationships, and mental health experiences.
I enjoy working with adults, young adults, families, and children. I am able to empathetically connect across age groups. I think it is important to meet people where they are through an understanding, validating, and supportive lens while providing resources and support for their growth.
I am a nonjudgmental, understanding, empathetic person with the tools and resources to help you. If you are ready to connect, grow, and feel supported, schedule an appointment today.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Common approaches to family therapy include systemic family therapy and structural family therapy. These approaches help families identify the dynamics between each of the individuals in the family and develop positive communication and parenting skills to address any concerns within the family dynamics.
Tools commonly taught during family therapy include:
Families often show that they are making meaningful progress in family therapy when all members are able to communicate their emotions and needs in sessions, express understanding of the other family members' needs, and report increased positive interactions and communication outside of therapy sessions.
Families can supplement their time in family therapy by setting aside intentional quality time to practice the skills discussed between sessions. This may include practicing the communication skills discussed, planning activities to do together, utilizing supportive strategies, etc.
Families that are preparing to start family therapy may want to consider the following questions and bring their answers to the first session:
Family therapy helps families resolve conflicts and strengthen their relationships. It is led by qualified mental health professionals like psychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who have extensive training in family dynamics and group communication.
Thriveworks family therapists in Raleigh, NC usually begin by asking what everyone’s goals are for family counseling. Family members may need help with very specific issues or with general relationship functioning. But there are three main purposes in family counseling: to educate, to counsel, and to strengthen. Thriveworks also offers online family therapy and in-person services, so you may all meet in an office together or join a video call from your home depending on everyone’s location and availability.
The most effective form of Family therapy will often depend on the family itself, as there are many types of family therapy for therapists to use as they see fit in order to best meet the needs of their clients. However, one of the most commonly used types of family therapy is structural family therapy (SFT). SFT focuses specifically on family dynamics and interactions, looking at how they shape the relationships and structure present in the family. It can be effectively used to treat a variety of concerns.
This answer often looks different to each family that starts family therapy. However, some signs that your family might need to consider family counseling include frequent fights or misunderstandings, constant tension, experiencing loss, behavioral issues, marital issues, divorce, and blended family issues, among others.
In family therapy, therapists will often start by asking questions and assessing individual and family dynamics. From there, they may employ therapeutic techniques such as structured family therapy, CBT, strategic family therapy, and more depending on the present concerns and conflicts. From there, a therapist will work to open lines of communication between family members and facilitate emotional healing and growth.
Family therapy can be incredibly successful, with some studies reporting a success rate of almost 90% for improving participants’ emotional and mental health, and around 66% for improving their physical health.
Thriveworks therapists in Raleigh, NC offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Family therapy is usually short term and solution-focused, with most families accomplishing their goals in 12 sessions or fewer. However, it can also last for longer if the probles at hand are more complex — and that’s okay, too.
Thriveworks Counseling in Northeast Raleigh, NC is proud to offer family therapy. Our counselors and therapists are leaders in their field, helping to prove that therapy can be crucial to the happiness of our relationships with our family members. If you and your loved ones are going through a tough spot and need some help navigating your challenges, consider working with us. To schedule your first appointment, give our office a call and one of our scheduling specialists will help you get set up.
As we have briefly discussed, family therapy is designed to facilitate healthy communication between you and your loved ones. The ultimate goal of family therapy is to walk away with past issues resolved, current challenges eliminated, and a mental toolbox full of problem-solving tips.
When you start working with a Thriveworks family therapist in Northeast Raleigh, NC, they will design a plan that will best help you and your family members resolve your problems and improve your relationships. To do this, your therapist will work to understand each of you on a deeper level to pinpoint what areas might need the most help. Then they’ll utilize various therapeutic techniques and methods to help you achieve things such as:
Family therapy is often short-term. This means that a lot of families are able to finish within an average of 9 sessions. Sometimes it does take a little longer to make the progress you need, and that’s okay too! There is no rush or time limit on getting the mental health help you need.
The goal of family therapy is to achieve happiness by eliminating past, present, and future conflicts. There are many reasons why families might choose to go to therapy. Some of the more common reasons we see include:
If the specific challenge you’re facing isn’t listed above, don’t think we can’t help you. It just would be impossible to list every challenge our therapists can help you work through!
It’s essential to have healthy relationships with those who are closest to us. This can take a lot of work, mutual respect, and challenging, but healthy, conversations. If you’re ready to put the past behind you and move forward for the betterment of the family unit, start with Thriveworks in Northeast Raleigh, NC.
At Thriveworks, we pride ourselves on being client-focused. You can be sure that every step of the way, you’ll be provided with exceptional care. When you’re ready, simply give our office a call or click over to our online booking system. We offer evening and weekend sessions, and we accept most major insurances. You and your loved ones can live in harmony. We’re ready to help you thrive.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Northeast Raleigh is located near Highwoods Boulevard and Atlantic Avenue, off US-1. It is just around the corner from the Duke Raleigh Hospital and Kiwanis Park.
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