LCMHC, 3 years of experience
New to Grow
Hi, I'm Tyshequa McBride, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in North Carolina. I am also a Licensed Professional Counselor in SC. My passion for mental health started with substance use as I watched family and community members go through the cycle of addiction and incarceration. I stepped into the mental health field as a Mental Health Technician working with adolescents hospitalized due to challenges with mental health. I later attended the University of Carolina at Pembroke and earned my MA.Ed in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Graduate Certificate in Addictions Counseling. I began my work as a mental health provider working with ex-offenders re-entering society, and I later transitioned into inpatient crisis work for substance use detoxification and mental health stabilization. I am now providing mental health and substance use services in Outpatient therapy to adults from diverse backgrounds. *I do offer a sliding scale and we can discuss during the first session. *
In our first session, I will be focused on getting to know more about you while building rapport. I'll ask questions to learn more about your presenting problem, challenges, and what led you to therapy while providing a non-judgmental space . We'll talk about your wants and needs from therapy, and I'll explain the therapy process so you feel comfortable moving forward in your journey.
I have been told by many of my clients that I make them feel at ease. One of my biggest strengths is being able to meet people where they are and provide a warm, calm, non-judgmental space.
I recognize the challenges in seeking therapy and the disparities in accessible treatment. It is my goal to provide an accessible platform that is comfortable, non-judgmental, safe, and catered to your therapy needs and wants. I understand therapy is not an "1 size fits all" approach. Furthermore, I draw from a range of evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, to ensure Clients are actively working toward their treatment goal with a plan specifically designed to meet their needs. My areas of clinical focus are substance use, depression, anxiety, life dissatisfaction, and mood disorders. I often work well with individuals who are ready to start their healing process and embrace active participation in their therapeutic journey.
Processing emotions can be challenging, and making the connection with your thoughts and behaviors can be even more challenging. CBT focuses on the interconnection between emotions, thoughts, and behaviors as a pathway to change unhelpful patterns and improving overall wellness.
Meeting a you where you are is very important. I use a Person-Centered approach focused on creating a supportive and accepting environment to explore you where every you are in your journey, allowing the opportunity for self-growth and insight.
Decision-making is a part of everyday life; however, it can be challenging to take accountability for the decisions you make. Using Reality Therapy allows me to assist you in "owning your stuff" through fostering responsibility and accountability for your actions and decisions, while learning how to make better choices to meet your needs, improving life satisfaction and relationships.
Your values, concerns, and perspectives are all important. I use Motivational Interviewing (MI) with individuals who struggle with substance. With the MI approach, we work collaboratively, exploring the important pieces of you (values, concerns, and perspectives) to develop a personal commitment to a goal. Your personal goal provides your own motivation to make positive changes.