Our superstar team is made up of a consortium of providers that have many years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. We are passionate about helping you achieve a balanced and fulfilling life and treating the WHOLE person. We use modern and evidence-based therapeutic techniques and are individualized and creative in our work with clients. Some of our specialty areas include massage, trauma, grief, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, body image, ...
By now, you feel like the pain will never go away. It seems like the harder you fight to free yourself from the torment in your heart and in your mind, the more tormented you actually feel. It's like being weighted down, unable to breathe, unable to act. There is hope! I work with individuals (typically age 16 and up) seeking to improve mood, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. I can help you understand your unique situation, find a healthier new perspective, and develop the tools you need t...
So, life's presented you with another growth opportunity? Let's work together to examine what's going on and to figure out your next best steps. I'm a compassionate, highly-trained and skilled clinician. Let me help you settle into a new way of thinking. I'll encourage you to BE YOU and help you understand how to do that. Solely working virtually, I primarily use ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and Japanese Psychology in creative and experiential ways. These are not your typical "talk"...
I am a licensed clinical social worker with expertise in eating disorders. I have worked with individuals with various eating and body image issues and previously served as the Director of Adolescent Services for Eating Disorders at Columbia University Medical Center in New York. I also specialize in the treatment of anxiety and OCD. I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which is an individual therapy focused on understanding patterns, increasing flexibility in thinking, and changing behavio...
I have a lot of experience working with college students. I have been practicing for 10 years. I utilize different methods to help you achieve your goals including CBT(Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), ACT(Acceptance And Commitment Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy), and Gottman Method for couples. My approach is person centered, humanistic, and solution focused. While experienced with many issues such as anxiety and depression, I am further specializ...
Being human can be tough! While experiencing the challenges that life may hold, I believe you deserve to be heard, understood, and accepted. I aim to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to share, explore, heal, and make sense of your story and experiences. As we work together, you may identify aspects of your life that you would like to change or experience differently. We will work together with curiosity to create intentional and meaningful steps towards creating that change i...
We have 8 of the best clinicians in Greensboro who provide a wide spectrum of services for mental health and substance abuse issues. We have our own in-house medical staff so no need to go elsewhere for any medication management. We are in ALL of the insurance networks as we are a Nationally Accredited Behavioral Health Facility. We offer the only ambulatory detox as part of our SA-IOP here in Greensboro. We are here to help for as long as you need us....
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Specialize in black women, work/school stress, intergenerational trauma and racial trauma....
Welcome! I am Amy Castongia, a Nationally Certified Counselor, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Certified Telehealth Provider and owner of Calm Blue Waters Counseling. I will work with you to help you find the tools to cope and manage obstacles that have kept you from obtaining your goals. My training is in treating adolescents and adults struggling with eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety and depression. I strive to provide an open, no...
On the outside it looks like you have it all together, but inside you're engaged in a constant struggle for control. Your anxiety, OCD, and/or eating disorder has taken over your life. You find yourself in a constant loop of feeling worried, nervous, stressed and at times not good enough, thin enough, or smart enough. You’re stuck and unable to find the relief that you crave, so you try temporary fixes. Sometimes you disconnect and avoid people and your responsibilities, sometimes you binge, som...
To be human is to feel the ups and downs that life has to offer. I'm here to help you overcome and thrive! Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, angry, hurt, depressed, anxious, numb or maybe you aren't sure what you're feeling.. My goal is to give you a conversation that you won't receive anywhere else; to help you feel heard, understood, supported, and validated so that you can do your best work to make progress towards your goals. Whatever we are holding back or we aren't saying has power over...
Suzie has extensive experience working in mental health using several different unique modalities including sand tray and expressive art. Suzie is passionate about helping children and adults through physical, emotional or sexual abuse. After completing her Masters Degree at Liberty University, she held an internship position at Transitional Counseling Center working with the sex offender population while earning her Provisional Sex Offender Treatment Provider (PSOTP) certification. At the sam...
My clients often say that they feel seen and heard by me. I am able to provide effective feedback and interventions that feel accessible to them. My approach is more conversational and relaxed as I follow the lead of my client. I weave in evidence based approaches in a way that feels more casual. I feel this approach helps with trust building. I approach our work together with a collaborative mindset. You are the expert of your life story and I am here to help you reach your goals and potential ...
In addition to my private practice, I also work at a university counseling center, which keeps me in tune and up to date on what today's college students are experiencing. I've worked with both traditional and non-traditional students throughout my career and enjoy helping students get back on their path to success. Many of the students I help are struggling with anxiety, depression, academic concerns, or family/relationship issues. My clients enjoy having a non-biased person to support them as ...
As a psychologist, one of the biggest part of my roles is to aid people with learning and understanding strengths/weakness and how to use these to increase goals they want and to reduce the negative impact on their life. I use testing and evaluations to understand and diagnosis the negative impact areas. Psychological evaluations are helpful when wanting to know your diagnosis, needing school accommodations related to mental health, ADHD evaluations to just name a few. My counseling specialt...
Cedar Tree Empowerment Center (CTEC) strives to empower and support individuals to overcome obstacles hindering their full potential in life. CTEC offers restoration and inspiration to those who feel hopeless and unmotivated to persevere through to life’s next stage of greatness. CTEC is currently an online space dedicated to encouraging mental wellness of individuals, ages 13 and up. We have exceptional clinicians that specialize in depression, anxiety, and self-esteem issue, hopelessness, yo...
Life can be brutal, can’t it?! Can you remember that time in life when you were happy, like top of the world scream it from the rooftops happy? In that moment, everything was right in your world and then well, life happened. Now you look back and have so many questions…What happened? Let me tell you, you are not alone! We’ve all been there in some season of life. But who says this can’t make us better! Every person comes to therapy with their own individual needs. Therefore, we adapt our inte...
We have counselors that focus on: Depression and Anxiety Counseling for teens and adults. High school issues: college preparation, fitting in with groups, and self-esteem. Marriage Counseling and Couples Counseling. Therapy for teens dealing with depression, bullying, anxiety, or suicide. Counseling for parents seeking peace and balance in divorce or separation. Middle school issues: self-harm, eating issues, anger, bullying, social problems, and study skills. Conflict and agreement betwe...
We specialize in working with folks in times of transition. Adjusting to changes in your life can be incredibly challenging. We can help you use the challenges that you face to propel you towards your preferred future. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, eating issues or adjusting to a new place in your life, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. Whether you are looking to pull yourself out of a deep hole, or are experiencing transition and new lif...