If you are reading this, you may very well be suffering and in need of support to live your life with less dread and more joy, less doubt and greater assurance, less anger and more self-control. If you are seeking services, you are already moving in the right direction by identifying the intent and developing the motivation needed to affect desired changes. A plethora of support services exist, and if you can receive the help you need from less-intensive and/or less-expensive sources, I encourage you to do so. Thankfully there are many self-help groups, such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Gamblers Anonymous, as well as the National Alliance on Mental Illness that can offer great support on the road to recovery. In fact, if you retain my services, I would most likely suggest that you and your family increase and refine your connections to the community, church, and support groups that promote positive growth and well being. Change is not only possible, it is inevitable. Too often we live our lives as though we are permanently enslaved and predestined to be wasted in self-inflicted pain. Most people have moments of clarity in which they understand and appreciate the ability to willfully change the causes and conditions of their lives, but sadly they are caught up in circumstances and surrounded by people who are deeply invested in the familiarity of suffering. As such, opportunities for change are unfulfilled

I specialize in providing cognitive-behavioral therapy for adults and children suffering from anxiety, OCD and OCD-related disorders such as trichotillomania. In my practice, you experience professional, caring therapy using the most up-to-date methods to conquer anxiety and OCD once and for all and get back to being you.

I specialize in working with couples and have done so for over 30 years. A great deal has been learned in the past twenty years about what it takes to succeed as a couple and how to help couples who are in trouble. Couple counseling offers an extremely effective way to help couples move toward a more satisfying partnership. However, it is important to find a therapist who is trained and experienced as a specialist in this work. I believe in a careful evaluation of each couple's life situation. From there, a route can be mapped out to help them become the team they want to be.

Sarah is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 14 years clinical experience working with children, individuals, couples and families using a systemic and internal family systems approach. Sarah holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Counseling from the College of Charleston and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Sarah had the honor of training under Dr. Lawrence LeShan, noted psychologist known as "the father of mind-body psychology." Sarah's specialty includes treating cancer patients and their caregivers. The field of psycho-social immunology continues to drive her research and continuing education.

The Stone Center for Counseling & Leadership is a private practice dedicated to providing professional counseling and consultation services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. We provide professional services in a safe, comfortable, home-like environment and are conveniently located in the Dilworth Neighborhood. Leadership & Life Coaching Sessions are offered by Leslie Petruk who is a Board Certified Coach and Consultant. The services we offer include: Counselor Supervision Business Coaching Leadership Coaching Life Coaching Individual Therapy Child/Play Therapy Family & Marriage Therapy Teen Counseling “4 Kids Sake” Parenting Programs Parent Coaching Parenting Workshops Social Skills Group for Children Separation/Divorce Program Counselor Training/Workshops

Deb H. McNeill is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, providing therapy, coaching and counseling for individuals, couples and families dealing with difficult life transitions, relationship struggles, depression, stress and anxiety. Every individual is unique and there is no formula to solve every problem. A therapist can help you identify the problem, set good goals and help you begin the work to make the changes you desire or accept the reality you face. A therapist can sometimes address short-term goals in one or two sessions if that is what you choose. Sometimes it may take multiple sessions to clarify and address your problems and concerns. Some individuals choose to work over a longer period of time taking breaks and starting again as needed. As a licensed and trained therapist I can… Help clarify the problem or identify the stressor in your life Help you define your goals and monitor your progress against those goals Assist you in working to resolve a problem that is clearly defined and where an action plan is an option Support, challenge, educate and guide you through longer-term problems Help clarify the necessary next steps, actions or development of new skills We provide a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space. Our office is located in the Elizabeth neighborhood, southeast of Uptown Charlotte.

Nicole Saunders, MSW, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker providing therapy in Charlotte, NC. She offers counseling and life coaching, providing therapeutic mental health treatment for depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, marriage counseling, grief & loss, couples workshops, self-esteem issues, life transition, relationship problems, and parenting issues. She also provides personal life coaching and professional life coaching to address topics such as career changes and transitions, goal setting, lifestyle development, self-exploration, emotional wellness, and personal growth. Her overall approach incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and goal-oriented approaches. She also enjoys introducing clients to mindfulness practices such as meditation, yoga, and the philosophies of people like Danielle Laporte and Gabrielle Bernstein. With training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness Therapy, you are sure to receive a therapeutic approach that fits your unique needs and personality. Therapists can offer support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, grief, stress management, body image issues and creative blocks. Many people appreciate having a confidential space to explore and work through problems with the support of an objective person. It can be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the hassles of daily life. Counseling can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. The benefits you obtain depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn. Personal Growth Therapy for Depression and Anxiety Couples Counseling Relationship Coaching Personal Life Coaching Parenting Support Grief Counseling Work and Career Issues Stress Management Relationship Issues Feeling Stuck Pre-Marital Counseling Conflict Resolution Psychologist Career Planning and Development Clinical Social Work Supervision

You’re feeling tired, anxious, empty, hoping to find balance with your family, marriage, your children and mostly with yourself. You want to change how you approach the stressors in your life, but you don’t know how to even start. Finding your path through difficult challenges feels overwhelming most of the time. Are you hoping to find someone that will not only listen to you but also your story? The good news is that you are the expert of your life and together we will work towards finding and knocking down barriers to your authentic self. My specialty is you. I'll guide you through those uncomfortable and difficult discussions with the goal of seeing those problems with a new lens and solving them.

Dr. Jodi is a sexual health specialist focussing on women and couple's issues. Treatment is generally short-term, 3-6 visits for topics including: Improving Sexual Desire and Desire incompatibility Enhancing Sexual Arousal Erectile and Ejaculatory issues Orgasm Sexual Pain Sex in long-term relationships Sex and medical conditions Menopause, hormones, aging and sex

Current practice includes play therapy with children & families in an outpatient private practice setting. I use a cooperative parenting model with divorcing families. I have previous experience on a crisis team, as well as child/adolescent/family work in agencies in VA & NC. I have facilitated groups in schools. I work from a child developmental perspective, and see children as young as 3 years old. I can easily refer clients to a therapist who may have different skills or a specialty niche (ex: treating autism or couples therapy) because I belong to several therapy networking groups. I participate in the "Give An Hour" program available to military veterans. I rent office space to a small number of therapists, and offer LCSW supervision on an individual basis. Renters and supervisees are responsible for establishing their own caseloads.

We specialize in Intensive Marriage Rescue Retreats (also known as “ Marriage Intensives”), 2-5 day down-in-the-trenches events that are aimed at completely restoring, fixing and healing marriages in crisis. We are caring, non-judgmental Christian Marriage Counselors who specialize in helping fix relationships that have reached their breaking point and doing our best to help save marriages in crisis. We have a 93% success rate and know there is hope to heal your hurting marriage One unique quality is that our retreats are always private — just you, your spouse and your Counselor. Couples with marriages in crisis need 100% of their Counselor’s time, energy, and focus. This allows the Counselor to focus on specific issues rather than dividing the time among other couples’ issues in a group setting. We offer 2, 3, 4 and 5-day retreats and can make suggestions as to how many days we feel would be best for your situation after a brief phone consultation. But it’s always up to each individual couple how many days they want to spend at the Retreat. Contact us for more information about the different Retreats we offer and which may be right for you.

We specialize in 3-5 day retreats for couples in crisis, to help them heal their hurting marriage. We have a 93% success rate, so we know there is hope for your marriage. We are solution-oriented counselors who will help you get past the "blame game" and find solutions to your marital arguments and other problems. Our team has a combined 58 years of experience. Having helped thousands of couples who need immediate interventions to help save their marriages, we frequently see couples that need healing from past deep hurts, loss of trust, loss of love, and the pain of other unresolved problems and recurring arguments. We care deeply about the pain you may be experiencing in your marriage, and we are ready to help. Our Marriage Rescue Retreats also include 6 months of phone support, so we can support you along the journey of healing your marriage – even after you leave!