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I bring authenticity, humor, and the perspective of lived trauma experience into therapy to create a space where you will feel gen...
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I bring authenticity, humor, and the perspective of lived trauma experience into therapy to create a space where you will feel genuinely understood, safe, and empowered to heal.
Hi there, I'm Isabella, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of NC, CT, and DC. I'm passionate about supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders while helping them process the past, strengthen resilience, and move toward a more grounded future. My approach is warm, authentic, and collaborative, creating space for clients to embrace life's challenges while also finding greater peace and balance. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life to improve emotional well-being, build healthier relationships, and feel more confident navigating everyday stressors.
I am trained in trauma-focused CBT with certification in somatic interventions, as well as CBT and DBT approaches. I can help you better understand patterns in your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and nervous system responses while building practical tools to manage distress, improve relationships, and increase self-confidence.
Healing can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face it alone. Whether you're feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed, I aim to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood. Therapy is not about having it all figured out—it's about giving yourself the chance to heal, grow, and move forward with greater confidence and self-compassion.
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Danielle Henderson is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with over eight years of experience in the mental health...
Danielle Henderson is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with over eight years of experience in the mental health field. As one who has experienced personal trauma, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances and how building new life skills can empower us once again.
Danielle completed her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (LCMHC) at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. She has a background in Psychology, Education, and Ceramics. She is passionate about advocating for adolescents and adults; while assisting in addressing their individual needs, everyday stressors, and relationship dynamics. Danielle specializes in mood disorders, trauma, relationship issues, and life stressors.
Danielle has a passion for helping others in this industry. Her experience with trauma; specializing in domestic violence and sexual abuse lends a unique approach to care for individuals during stressful times. Danielle’s approaches to the therapeutic process include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered Therapy (PCT).
Danielle is ready to facilitate an inviting and safe place for you to be your unique self. Life stressors may seem overwhelming, yet having a variety of tools can make those stressors more manageable. Danielle invites you to an open conversation and find the strengths within you—schedule with her today.
With over 15 years of experience in the field of psychiatry, I bring an evidence-based approach to care to assist individuals chal...
With over 15 years of experience in the field of psychiatry, I bring an evidence-based approach to care to assist individuals challenged by mental health issues.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of experience. I have supported individuals facing depression, anxiety, bipolar spectrum disorders, schizophrenia spectrum disorder, dementia-related conditions, and substance use challenges. I provide virtual care and bring a compassionate, client-centered approach to every session, ensuring that those I work with feel supported, valued, and empowered.
I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Hunter College. My clinical approach includes psychotropic medication management along with adjunctive therapies. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, supportive therapy, and trauma- and emotion-focused interventions to best meet each client’s needs. .
My clients can expect me to be a knowledgeable and attentive listener who is warm, understanding, and supportive. I strive to create a safe and collaborative space where we can work together to achieve lasting emotional growth and stability.
My ultimate goal is to empower my clients by providing compassionate, inclusive, and evidence-based care so that we can work toget...
My ultimate goal is to empower my clients by providing compassionate, inclusive, and evidence-based care so that we can work together to cultivate their mental health and well-being.
I am Melanie Whitesell, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of experience. I specialize in providing medication management and compassionate mental health support for individuals navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, mood swings, and post-traumatic stress disorder. My goal is to help clients restore balance and improve their overall quality of life.
I hold a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Carolina. My approach emphasizes evidence-based care tailored to each client’s needs, blending medication management with holistic support. I focus on creating a collaborative and safe environment where clients feel understood and empowered.
I welcome clients who are ready to take the next step in prioritizing their mental health and well-being. Together, we will work to achieve your wellness goals in a supportive and inclusive setting. Please reach out if you are interested in beginning this journey toward balance and healing.
I understand many of the unique challenges and issues my clients are facing....
I understand many of the unique challenges and issues my clients are facing.
Nabeel Saad is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. He is passionate, motivated, highly empathetic, and dedicated to helping teens and adults with a wide variety of life challenges. This includes supporting those dealing with depression, isolation and loneliness, anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, trauma, adjustment disorders, and relationship issues.
Nabeel completed his Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at Stony Brook University. Since graduating, he has spent years dedicated to helping individuals struggling with a wide variety of mental health issues. His motivation in this field stems from his desire to help cultivate positive changes for those struggling with life challenges, as well as from personal experiences of having friends and family members in recovery. Nabeel utilizes a holistic approach to treatment that includes balancing traditional cognitive behavioral (CBT) approaches that focus on changing problematic thoughts and behaviors, with "third wave" and "positive psychology" techniques that emphasize an individual's spiritual and emotional health, by focusing on happiness, mindfulness, meaning, and purpose.
Our mental health is an often overlooked part of our lives that is essential to our happiness and well-being. It allows us to prosper and achieve the goals and dreams we set for ourselves. Nabeel is dedicated to helping you navigate through the challenges and barriers that you might be struggling with. If you are motivated and willing to take the necessary steps to make positive changes for yourself and improve your mental health and wellness, schedule an appointment with him today.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.
Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.
The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:
The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.
In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.
PTSD/trauma therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.
The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Wilmington is located in the Windermere Building near Wrightsville Ave and S College Rd, off Hwy 17. It is close to the University of North Carolina Wilmington and a short distance from Empie Park.
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